Vintage John Galliano 1988 SOLD

SOLD

Detail: Vintage John Galliano exquisitely tailored off-white linen tuxedo suit from his SS1988 collection - London label, so pre Givenchy and Dior in Paris. From 1993 Galliano's brand was produced in "Paris", so any piece with the "London Made In Britain" label in excellent condition, is now considered extremely rare and obviously very collectable. During his London days, Galliano produced limited runs per style.

Intricate and cleverly tailored, this early and very collectable piece illustrates perfectly the genius of Galliano's talents. 

Classic tapered trousers with front pleats and turn-ups. Zip fastening to rear. Unlined. The bolero jacket is double-breasted with button fastening to waist-band. Exquisite speckled almond shaped lucite button detail. Single internal button to ensure perfect drape. French cuffs. The front right-hand side of the jacket is tailored with an additional panel of fabric that, when buttoned, folds beautifully to transform a classically tailored suit in to an extraordinary piece of architectural fashion. Fully lined in cream satin acetate. 

Period: 1988

Condition: Excellent. Vintage Condition Guide

Sizing: Extra Small UK8. Size Conversion Chart

Jacket: Shoulder seam to seam 15 inches. Bust up to 34 inches. Waist upto 28 Inches. Sleeve shoulder seam to cuff 24 inches / 21 when french cuff is folded. Length 18 inches. 

Trousers: Waist up to 26 inches. Hips up to 36 inches. Length outside leg 40 inches. Inseam 29 inches

Colour: Off-White

Fabric: 100% Linen. Lining 100% Acerate

Origin: United Kingdom

Care: Dry Clean

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Once Galliano had graduated from City and East London College, he enrolled at Central Saint Martins, where he made a remarkable impact. His graduation collection, titled ‘Les Incroyables’, made brilliant by his romantic flair and diligence, received huge approval. Indeed, his whole line was hastily snapped up and put into the window of Browns boutique. Galliano left Central Saint Martins in 1983 with a first class degree and a healthy stockpile of critical acclaim.
In 1984, Galliano unleashed his own label. More critical approval followed. His daring reinvention of romantic themes and delicate, superbly tailored garments were his trademarks.

In 1987 he received the ‘British Designer of the Year’ award. However, critical success was not matched by major financial success. He lost backers and did not have enough money to show for several seasons. In frustration, he quit London for Paris in the early 1990’s. This was not an immediate solution. Several times Galliano was almost forced to declare bankruptcy. This was made all the more bitter by the fact that, while he struggled for money, his critical praise continued unabated.
Fortunately, the admiration of the fashion community allowed him to continue. Fashion editors and critics were always busy trying to get work for Galliano, and models, like Kate Moss, worked for him out of friendship rather than money.

In 1995 Galliano finally got the break he so richly deserved: he became the first English man to head a French couture house, when he was put in charge of Givenchy.
His knack for taking themes and styles, often Latin or romantic, from the past, and somehow making them contemporary and edgy, is astonishing. Perhaps just as remarkable is the perseverance and conviction of the man. He has managed to keep his talent undiluted through difficult times and emerge with glory and success.