John Galliano AW2001 Sheer Slit Skirt
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
At the turn of the millennium, John Galliano was at the height of his designer stardom. Having been appointed as creative director of Dior in 1996 - a role he held for some 15 years - the British designers couture presentations, both for his own label and Dior, were held at the highest echelons of the fashion establishment. Alongside his British compatriot, Alexander McQueen, the two represented a long and enduring golden era of British design dominance.
From that golden era at the turn of the millennium comes this skirt. Part of his Autumn/Winter 2001 collection, it was not seen on the runway, though snippets of it can be observed in both Galliano’s own label and for Dior, with design elements often overlapping between the two (for SS2001 Ready-to-Wear, he even went so far as to present nearly the exact same collection for both labels, logos and all).
Sheer was the theme of the era; one which Galliano capitalised on in spades across his body of work. A more understated example of the notion, this skirt features panels of semi-sheer organza across its front and rear. The waist is cinched by a cummerbund style strip of fabric, which adds volume and a slight peplum to the base. Constructed from a silk/wool blend, the skirt has a weighted, luxe feel. It is secured by a side zip and is fully silk lined.
SIZE: US 8
FABRIC:
Outer: 60% Wool/40% Silk
Lining: 100% Silk
COLOUR: Black
CONDITION: Like new
MEASUREMENTS:
Waist: 37cm
Hip: 45cm
Hem: 82cm (widest)
Length: 54.5cm
All measurements are taken with the garment laid flat.
