Ensemble
Brand
Chloé
(French, founded 1952)
Designer
Karl Lagerfeld
(1933 - 2019)
c. 1976
Black cashmere and beige crepe de chine
Gift of Lauren Bacall
Object number80.71.8
This ensemble is evocative of women’s sportswear styles of the 1920s, which often featured pleated, knee-length skirts. The absence of ornamentation creates an understated look that highlights the garment’s ease. Lagerfeld’s choice of luxurious fabrics, however, is decidedly impractical for active sport.
DescriptionEnsemble: overblouse in black cashmere with beige crepe de chine collar and lining; coordinating camisole and skirtExhibitions