92.39.8

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Sporting Life_16 Left to right P85.9.1 (hat case), 88.133.27 (scarf wall), 92.39.8 (jacket), P85.13.4 (coat), P92.50.6 (cap case), P89.11.2 (goggles case), P93.15.3 (cap case), 88.133.24 (scarf wall), 2001.63.11 (grey jacket)

Object: Unisex jacket

Brand: Carolina Herrera (American, founded 1981)

Designer: Carolina Herrera (born 1939)

Date: 1989

Medium: Velvet and metal

Country: USA

Credit Line: Gift of Paul Siskin

Object number: 92.39.8

DescriptionUnisex black velvet jacket edged with gold nail heads and large industrial zippers; convertible collar with pointed studs on band and lapels; epaulettes; fitted with studded underarm panels and back waistband; vest effect at upper back; long sleeve with zippered cuff; slanted, zippered pockets LF chest; snapped flap pocket LF waist; buckled, studded front half belt; RF zipper

Label Text:Fashion designers are frequently inspired by the tough-yet-sexy look of motorcycle jackets. In this version by Carolina Herrera, plush velvet replaces the more familiar—and more durable—black leather. Herrera retains some functional elements of the classic motorcycle jacket, however, such as a belted waist that protects against wind.

In Collection(s)

1980s

Exhibitions:

Sporting Life
Beyond Rebellion: Fashioning the Biker Jacket