Thierry Mugler Silver Evening Ensemble worn in Ebony Fashion Fair, 1990s

This ensemble was purchased by Eunice Walker Johnson of Johnson Publishing Company and worn in the Ebony Fashion Fair.

Silver lamé bustier and long skirt trimmed with black faux-fur. The oversized coat is made of black faux fur with long and wide sleeves cut in a spiral pattern. The coat hangs open at the center front with no closures. The fitted skirt is flared at the back asymmetrically with the train sweeping to the back right more than center. The boned bustier is lined with self-fabric and trimmed with black faux fur that wraps around the neck. The bustier closes down the center back with hooks and eyes.

Coat Label: Thierry Mugler / Paris
Coat Size Label: 40

Skirt Label: Thierry Mugler / Paris
Skirt Size Label: 42

Bustier Label: Unlabeled
Bustier Size Label: Unlabeled

Approximate Measurements:
COAT
Chest: 68"
Waist: 65"
Shoulders: 22"
Length (underarm to hem): 18.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 40"

BUSTIER
Chest: 30"
Waist: 25.25"
Length (underarm to hem): 14"

SKIRT
Waist: 25.5"
Hips: 34.75"
Length (waistband to hem): 49.5"
This lot is located in Chicago.
Property From the Ebony Fashion Fair Archive

Condition:
Coat
The overall condition is very good though there is slight discoloration on the lining of the neckline.
Bustier
The overall condition is good with some discoloration on the center back closure and bust cup inserts due to wear. The fur trim on the right back hem is coming loose and the trim at the neckline is slightly matted. The top hook at center back is coming uncovered by twill tape.
Skirt
The overall condition is fair. The skirt facing and lining has come detached from the center back zipper closure but there isn't any loss of fabric. There are a few pulls in the lame around the exterior of the skirt waistband and along the seams to the hem. The lining is lightly discolored due to wear. There are a few holes, ranging from approx. 0.25" - 0.75" along the skirt waist and near the train hem. Several popped stitches are present on the center back, side right, and side left seams along with small holes and abrasions near the hem line. A repair is noticeable near the front hem line.
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