Lingerie
Designer
Jean Yu
Spring/Summer 2005
Silk chiffon and grosgrain ribbon
Gift of Jean Yu
Object number2005.55.1
Jean Yu’s meticulous, made-to-measure lingerie relies on traditional craftsmanship, but her designs are distinctly contemporary. Yu uses no underwire or padding, and eschews surface decoration. Elements such as grosgrain ribbon become integral to her garments’ construction. While gauzy fabrics and revealing cuts convey a sense of femininity and fragility, the garments’ clean lines are almost stark in their simplicity.
DescriptionBra and panty set in beige sheer silk chiffon with black grosgrain ribbon trim; triangular cups on self band, elasticized at back, narrow adjustable rouleau straps; hip hugger panty with bias cut crisscross front panels leaving V-shaped keyhole below waistbandExhibitions