Archival GIANNI VERSACE Couture FW1995 Hidden Medusa Trompe-l’Œil Silk Lined Cashmere Blazer - Rare Drop 8 Size IT 52
Archival GIANNI VERSACE Couture FW1995 Hidden Medusa Trompe-l’Œil Silk Lined Cashmere Blazer - Rare Drop 8 Size IT 52
# ARCHIVAL COUTURE
## Provenance & Historical Significance
**MUSEUM GRAIL: THE GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE FW1995 TROMPE-L’ŒIL MEDUSA CASHMERE BLAZER**
An extraordinary, investment-grade sartorial artifact from the historic Fall/Winter 1995 Collection (FW95) under official model code 11WSV0. This piece dates back to the absolute creative apex of Gianni Versace's personal reign, representing the main-line Couture collection—the absolute pinnacle of mid-90s Italian tailoring craftsmanship, far detached from commercial diffusion lines. The defining collectible attribute is hidden entirely within the interior: a runway-exclusive silk-cupro lining presenting an engineered Trompe-l’œil optical Medusa artwork. Finding an uncompromised FW1995 main-line showpiece in pristine, unweathered vault condition remains a supreme trophy for serious private fashion archives and contemporary design museums worldwide.
## Design & Structural Architecture
A textbook demonstration of aggressive, high-impact mid-90s Italian power tailoring.
* **The "Power Suit" Silhouette:** Engineered with the signature 90s "Drop 8" athletic silhouette. This highly sought-after archival cut utilizes broad, structured padded shoulders that taper sharply into a contoured waist, creating a powerful, sculpted V-shape profile ideal for an advanced editorial aesthetic.
* **The Hidden Medusa Linings:** Fully lined with a fluid sand-gold satin matrix. What appears as intricate geometric micro-dots at close inspection masterfully coalesces into Gianni’s monumental, oversized iconic Medusa head across the entire back panel. Designed to be styled with cuffed sleeves to intentionally expose the graphic lining.
* **Premium Hardware & Closures:** The single-breasted front is anchored by heavy, original tortoiseshell-marmorated genuine leather buttons. Each button features deep ring-engravings of the signature GIANNI VERSACE spellout typography.
## Textile & Material Science
A masterclass in luxury textile formulation. The exterior chassis is woven from an ultra-premium, heavyweight blend composed of 94% Virgin Lana Wool and 6% Pure Cashmere, delivering a rich, highly textured hand-feel, supreme thermal mass, and a flawless structural drape in a timeless camel-beige colorway. The interior is fluidly decoupled using a 100% Cupro Bemberg Jacquard-silk lining. This ultra-smooth technical fabric actively prevents friction against undergarments, while the advanced Italian dye absorption ensures the graphic Medusa print remains vibrant without bleeding.
## Curator’s Condition & Transparency Report
* **Classification:** Archival Vintage / Pristine Near-Deadstock Condition (Grade A+ Vault Quality).
* **Preservation State:** Spectacular preservation. The heavy wool-cashmere exterior shell is completely immaculate with absolute zero moth damage, holes, thinning, or surface pilling. Shoulder pads remain completely firm, maintaining their original sharp geometric shape.
* **Hardware & Lining Integrity:** Flawless. The contrast Trompe-l’œil Medusa lining is entirely spotless, 100% free of underarm discoloration, watermarks, or storage scents. All original hand-engraved genuine leather buttons are tightly secured with zero wear.
* **Archival Care:** Meticulously processed utilizing our specialized in-house molecular ozone treatment to guarantee absolute museum-level sterilization and immediate wearable readiness.
## Specifications & Measurements
* **House / Brand:** Gianni Versace COUTURE (Black label / Checkerboard trim)
* **Collection:** Fall/Winter 1995 (FW95) | **Model Code:** 11WSV0 (Drop 8 Cut)
* **Country of Origin:** Made in Italy
* **Fabric Composition:** 94% Virgin Wool, 6% Cashmere (Lining: 100% Cupro Bemberg)
* **Size on Tag:** IT 52 (Fits true to an international Mens Large to XL / Unisex Oversized)
* **FIT TENDENCY:** For Men, it fits a true IT 52 with broad shoulders and a tapered waist. For Women, it provides the ultimate structural Oversized / Boyfriend look for modern sizes S to M/L, ideal for heavy layering or a contemporary "model off-duty" aesthetic.
### Flat Measurements (Buttoned & Relaxed)
* **Shoulder-to-Shoulder:** 49 cm / 19.3 " *(Sharp, padded power shoulder)*
* **Armpit-to-Armpit (Chest):** 55 cm / 21.6 "
* **Sleeve Length:** 64 cm / 25.2 "
* **Total Length (Back Center):** 81 cm / 31.8 "
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A Note on Archival Fashion
Please keep in mind that these rare pieces have lived a past life. Minimal signs of wear or a natural patina are entirely normal and part of their unique history.
Care & Condition
I treat every garment with the utmost respect. Each piece is carefully hand-washed, steamed, or ozone-treated so it reaches you in beautiful, ready-to-wear condition. However, due to the age and nature of vintage textiles, a very faint vintage scent may occasionally linger.
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To showcase the intended drape and silhouette in our editorial photos, garments that are larger than the model may be subtly pinned. Please never rely on the photos alone for sizing; always use the detailed flat-lay measurements provided in the description to ensure a perfect fit.
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