Evening ensemble
Designer
Giorgio Armani
(born 1934)
1981
Taupe and black silk satin, black velvet, and black sequins
Gift of Giorgio Armani
Object number85.144.1
The jacket of this suit features overall parallel trapunto, creating the illusion of armor plating. The sequined culottes lightly reinforce the feeling of armor.
DescriptionSamurai armor ensemble: fitted peplum jacket in taupe silk satin with overall parallel trapunto, stylized kimono sleeves with contrast black velvet side and sleeve gusset; black silk satin culottes with black sequins; black velvet bag with black faille bow extensions and shoulder strapCollections
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