1980s Céline Black and Pink Floral Chiffon Skirt Suit
This graceful 1980s Céline skirt and blouse ensemble is tailored from floral silk crepe. Epitomising accessible French chic in the era when the founder, Céline Vipiana, was the creative force of the brand. The fabric is striking; printed with a repetitive pattern of tiny peach roses alongside blue and burgundy blooms, these florals form diagonal stripes across the blouse and skirt. The blouse is cut to a relaxed, boxy fit with pretty cap-sleeves and a keyhole cut out which ties at the front of the neck. The skirt is high-waisted and falls to the calf in neat box pleats. It fastens at the back of the waist with hidden black snap closures and two hook-and-eyes. Inside one of the pleats at the centre-front and one at the centre-back of the skirt, the fabric is printed with a bold logo label in black font on white - an early, subtle example of the logo display that has become so popular today. Both the skirt and blouse are unlined. There is a gold-toned hanging chain inside the neck adorned with an logo-debossed plaque.
The condition of both pieces is truly excellent with no signs of wear. The composition is 100% Silk. It is labelled a vintage French size 42 and we estimate this will best fit up to a UK size 10, US size 6 in modern sizing with plenty of room in the hip.
MEASUREMENTS TOP
BUST - 40 in. (102 cm)
WAIST - 37 in. (94 cm)
HIP - 38 in. (97 cm)
LENGTH - 19 in. (48 cm)
MEASUREMENTS SKIRT
WAIST - 28 in. (71 cm)
HIP - 60 in. (152 cm)
LENGTH - 29 in. (74 cm)
Pickup available at CIRCA VINTAGE
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F.A.Q.
Will you set anything aside for me before I come?
We are happy to find anything you may be interested in from our website. We have an extensive offline collection. It is helpful if you can let us know your size, style, favourite colour to wear and perhaps your budget in advance of your appointment.
Do I need to bring anything with me?
Clients may wish to bring modern shapewear. You may also wish to bring favourite footwear. We often find a classic pair of nude shoes work well when trying-on, or gold and silver. We have a huge variety of slip dresses and petticoats to complete your look. Many of which are also for sale.
Do you have a price range?
Many of our lower priced pieces, under £250, are not available to buy online. Dresses usually start at £150 and go up to £30,000 for the very best archival couture. Our bridalwear price points range from £1,000 to £20,000.
Can I bring anyone with me?
Yes but please do let us know the size of your party in advance.
Where can I get alterations?
We offer some alterations in house. Should you need alterations we cannot provide, we can refer you to one of our tried and trusted tailors.
Do you have an after-care service?
We will advise you on the best way to clean and preserve your vintage purchases and can also recommend trusted local dry cleaners.
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Where's the showroom?
Our address is Circa Vintage, 87A Lansdowne Way London SW8 2PB
Upon arrival, buzz the 87A button on the gate or call us 020 7736 5038 to let you in.
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Stockwell (7 min walk) - Northern and Victoria Lines
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