JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Spring 1989 Vintage Rare Jumpsuit w/ Elaborate Print Size S-M

This extraordinary Jean Paul Gaultier jumpsuit from Spring 1989 is a rare runway design that is made from a fine viscose jersey with an incredibly detailed print, accentuated in places with a raised light gold metallic print, and copper-coloured cut buttons. Sleeveless, relaxed drop crotch cut with wide legs. The characteristic loop at the back of the neck. 100% rayon, unlined. Produced by Fuzzi for Gaultier. Made in Italy. An absolute highlight for every Jean Paul Gaultier collector and a true work of art.

REFERENCE PICTURES
Linda Evangelista wore the dress version of this design on the runway (Jean Paul Gaultier Spring 1989, image available via Europeana Fashion, also a photo of the suit version of this design). The suit version was also featured in Vogue Germany, February 1989 (reference picture available upon reqeust).

CONDITION
Excellent vintage condition.

SIZE
Marked size IT 46 - runs very small and will best fit a DE 36-38, FR 38-40, IT 42-44, US 6-8, UK 10-12, SMALL-MEDIUM

MEASUREMENTS (laid flat and unstretched - the jersey fabric has some stretch)
Bust 41,0 cm/16.1"
Waist 43,0 cm/16.9"
Hips 48,0 cm/18.9"
Thigh width 33,0 cm/13.0"
Leg width 37,5 cm/14.8"
Inner leg length 57,0 cm/22.4"
Crotch to top of center back 91,0 cm/35.8"
Total length 143,0 cm/56.3"