Lafayette 148 Ensemble and St. John Suit, Accompanied by a Collection of Costume Jewelry

The purple suit was worn by Secretary Albright with Secretary Hillary Clinton when she was presented the Tom Lantos Human Rights Prize December 6, 2013 in Washington, DC. Secretary Clinton received the award for her work in the areas of women's rights and internet freedom.

THE FIRST
Button-front jacket with stand collar in Loro Piana cashmere. Fully-lined.
Label: Lafayette 148
Date: Contemporary

THE SECOND
Sleeveless shift dress in Loro Piana cashmere. Fully-lined with rear zipper closure at center back.
Label: Lafayette 148
Date: Contemporary

THE THIRD
Round-collar, snap-front jacket in black wool-blend crepe with pleated detail at center front. Fully-lined in black silk.
Label: St. John
Date: Contemporary
Country of Origin: United States

THE FOURTH
Flared skirt in black wool-blend crepe. Fully-lined in black silk with elasticated waistband.
Label: St. John
Date: Contemporary
Country of Origin: United States

Includes a Collection of Costume Jewelry:
Two Necklaces, Two Cuffs and One Brooch
Large Necklace Measures Approximately:
15" L x 2.50" W

This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition
Condition:THE FIRSTThe overall condition is good, with moderate wear and light residue accretion to exterior/interior surfaces.THE SECONDThe overall condition is good, with light signs of wear throughout with small surface abrasions.THE THIRDThe overall condition is good, with light signs of wear/moderate storage residue to fabric.THE FOURTHThe overall condition is good, with light signs of wear.The overall condition to the costume jewelry is good.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.