VALENTINO (West Germany) 70s Vintage Linen Damask T Lapel

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…I’d explain the provenance, but time is a scarce luxury. If you require an exegesis, just ask.

Origin: Germany

Vintage (mint condition)

Look: The Touch of the Master
Department: Women
Size: L
Color: Ivory
Fabric: Damask
Shell: Linen Blend
Pattern: Floral
Type: Jacket
Fit: Relaxed
Style: Blouson
Length: Cropped
Sleeve Type:
Sleeve Length: 3/4
Neckline: Lapel
Yoke: Split
Cuffs: Invisible Hem

Measurements (cm):
Chest: 44
Length: 50
Shoulder: 42
Sleeve: 47
Hem: 50

SKU: 000533

The ivory floral damask jacket is a masterful convergence of romanticism, historical couture, and deconstructed tailoring, achieving a refined yet subtly avant-garde sensibility. Its structured silhouette, tempered by the draped volume of the sleeves and an intentionally relaxed fit, echoes the principles of haute couture construction, where architectural precision meets fluid expressiveness. The monochromatic woven floral motif, reminiscent of the elaborate brocades of 18th-century European court fashion, reinforces the garment’s lineage within the tradition of opulent textile artistry. The choice of fabric—a cotton-silk or wool-silk blend jacquard—elevates the piece with a soft luminosity and textured dimensionality, positioning it within the textile mastery of Marc Le Bihan and Cecilie Bahnsen, both of whom specialize in intricate fabric manipulation and ethereal yet structured silhouettes. The T-lapel collar serves as a focal point of tailored precision, its sculptural fluidity recalling the work of Haider Ackermann and Dries Van Noten, both renowned for their ability to balance architectural draping with exacting outerwear construction. A romantic and vintage-inflected aesthetic underpins the jacket’s design language, linking it to the ornate textile heritage explored by Luisa Beccaria and John Galliano. Their work, rooted in historical silhouettes yet modernized through contemporary tailoring, mirrors the piece’s ability to bridge past and present. The fabric’s soft opalescence further aligns it with the luxurious, texturally rich couture outerwear crafted by Sarmi, Rochas, and Agnona—brands synonymous with understated grandeur and fabric-driven design. Within the broader context of contemporary feminine tailoring, the jacket finds kinship with Zimmermann, Johanna Ortiz, and Alexandre Vauthier, all of whom integrate historically rooted fabrics into modernist cuts, producing garments that exude effortless opulence. Erdem’s continuous exploration of damask, brocade, and baroque floral textures within formal and occasionwear reinforces the garment’s place within this refined, historically referential aesthetic. On an artisanal level, the piece resonates with the philosophies of By Walid and Paul Harnden, both of whom employ antique textiles and hand-finished details to create garments that embody historical craftsmanship and one-of-a-kind fabrications. The influence of Archivio J. M. Ribot further situates the jacket within the ethos of slow fashion and textile preservation, where the integrity of fabric intricacies supersedes transient trends. As a statement of quiet luxury, this jacket seamlessly unites the timeless elegance of couture craftsmanship with the fluidity and ease of modern tailoring. The damask weave and structured drape position it firmly within the luxury womenswear market, catering to those who appreciate both the depth of historical textile narratives and the refined artistry of contemporary reinterpretations in formal outerwear.