Five Emilio Pucci Items: One Dress with Belt, One Jumpsuit, One Handkerchief, and One Bag, 1960s

Known as the "Prince of Prints, " Emilio Pucci's designs contributed to the beginning of sportswear. Pucci drew inspiration from his exotic travels and the Mediterranean landscape. He used these places to create the vivacious, psychedelic geometric prints and patterns that defined the look of resort-wear in the 1960s and onward.

This lot contains five pieces: two ensembles, one handkerchief, one bag.

THE FIRST
Yellow, tan, pink, and orange printed silk dress with floral and bird motif throughout, 3/4 length sleeves and matching belt.
Label: Emilio Pucci / Florence - ItalySize Label: 8Style/Serial No.: N/A
Approximate Measurements:Shoulders: 16"Chest: 34.5"Waist: 30"Hips: 32"Length (high shoulder point to hem): 40.5"Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 27"
Belt Length: 46.5"Belt Width: 0.25"

THE SECOND
Blue, orange, purple, green and white printed silk jumpsuit with skirt overlay and spaghetti straps.
Unlabeled, Attributed to Emilio PucciSize Label: N/AStyle/Serial No.: N/A
Approximate Measurements:Shoulders: 17"Chest: 32.5"Waist: 29.5"Hips: 31.5"Length (high shoulder point to hem): 58.75"Inseam: 30"

THE THIRD
Blue, white, and black printed cotton handkerchief.
Label: Emilio Pucci / FirenzeSize Label: N/AStyle/Serial No.: N/A
Approximate Measurements:Length: 16.875"Width: 17"

THE FOURTH
Pink and grey printed handbag with snap closure and attached gold-tone chain shoulder strap.
Label: Emilio Pucci BagsStyle/Serial Number: N/A
Detailed Features9.125" L x 5.75" H x 2.25" W19.6 " Shoulder Strap DropMain textile: Printed cottonLining: Black nylonHardware type: Gold-tone metalStraps: Gold-tone metal chainCountry of origin: Italy
Property from the Collection of Michelle Smith, Washington, D.C.

Condition:THE FIRSTThe overall condition is very good structurally though there are a few pulls in the silk throughout the dress and one small mark of discoloration.THE SECONDThe overall condition is very good structurally though there are few small spots throughout.THE THIRDThe overall condition is very good with no visible issues.THE FOURTHThe overall condition is very good with no visible issues.Everything is sold 'As Is'. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email couturecr@hindmanauctions.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.