Chanel Sequined Jacket, Spring/Summer 1991

Versions of this jacket can be seen in British Vogue, March 1991, page 222 and on the cover of American Vogue from the same year

In the 2016 book 'Chanel Catwalk', the Spring/Summer 1991 collection is stated to be when 'Lagerfeld introduced a new look he dubbed city surfer, because it's perfect for diving into the nightlife from Paris to Rome to London to New York. It's a good way to mix a jacket over everything - leggings, a short chiffon skirt. I simply took the sporty style of the surfer and stamped it out in sequins...". Linda Evangelista wore a blue version of this white sequined jacket and walked the runway with a surfboard in her hands.

Versions of this jacket featured in the 2005 "Chanel" exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in which it was described as 'referencing neoprene wetsuits'. The catalogue also reports that the jacket 'discloses such typical Chanel details as contrasting grosgrain ribbon to define the jacket's perimeters and articulate its structural seaming'.

White cardigan style sequined jacket with black grosgrain ribbon trim, two front patch pockets, and a front zip closure. Collection 25; 1991 Scuba Jacket.
Label: Chanel
Size Label: 38
Style/Serial No.: 21145

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 15"
Chest: 33"
Waist: 30"
Hips: 34.75"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 26.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 30.75"

Condition:The overall condition is good though the buttons are missing along the front closure. There are a few spots on the sequins on the front top left shoulder, by the left and right sleeve cuff, on the center front by the hem and zip closure, and a few spots on the center back towards the hem. There are faint spots along the black trim on the front of the right and left sleeve hem as well as along the bottom hem. There is slight fraying on the bottom hem and is slightly popped open on the left side. The lining has a faint mark on the center back left side and a pulled thread there as well and a mark on the left side of the neck line. 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 us 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.