Archival Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique Tartan Tweed Skirt 70s 80s Purple Basketweave Wool Box Pleat Midi Size S EU 36 FR 40
Archival Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique Tartan Tweed Skirt 70s 80s Purple Basketweave Wool Box Pleat Midi Size S EU 36 FR 40
**The Zenith of Hubert de Givenchy’s Tailoring: An Archival Masterpiece**
**The Provenance & Design Era:**
This exceptional vintage A-line midi skirt is a rare, investment-grade artifact from the Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique line, dating from the late 1970s to the early 1980s. This specific piece represents a golden era in fashion history, meticulously overseen by the founding couturier and art director Hubert de Givenchy himself. Known for blending aristocratic French refinement with pragmatic luxury, Givenchy’s creative direction during this period focused on structural excellence and traditional textile heritage, making this skirt a true testament to the house’s historic savoir-faire.
**The Textile: A Masterclass in High-Density Basketweave Wool Tweed:**
The defining element of this garment is its extraordinary, heavy-weight basketweave virgin wool tweed. Unlike mass-produced plaids, this fabric features an intricate, multidimensional interlacing of premium yarns. The rich, jewel-toned color palette makes a powerful visual statement: vibrant royal purple, deep midnight navy blue, subtle forest green, and creamy white accents. The extreme density of the weave provides a magnificent, architectural drape that holds its shape flawlessly, showcasing the uncompromising fabric standards enforced by the house during the late 20th century. Fully lined in a fluid, breathable midnight-blue rayon.
**The Architecture: Flawless Pattern Matching & French Engineering:**
* **Sartorial Silhouette:** Designed with a clean, high-waisted silhouette, the front of the skirt features an expertly engineered inverted box pleat.
* **Couture Details:** In true haute couture tradition, the tartan plaid pattern is matched with millimeter precision across the seam lines—a hallmark of luxury construction that aligns the checks perfectly whether stationary or in motion.
* **Archival Hardware & Tags:** It retains its rare, original hand-annotated factory production tag (Style 15147) sewn beneath the woven brand label, alongside its period-correct French Éclair nylon-coil zipper—the definitive signature of authentic vintage French luxury.
**Curator's Condition Report:**
* **Grade:** Museum-Grade / Excellent Vintage Condition.
* **Details:** This archival piece has been preserved in near-pristine condition for over four decades. The high-density basketweave wool retains its original loft, crisp texture, and vibrant color saturation with absolutely no signs of pilling, thinning, fading, or moth damage. The pleated structure remains incredibly sharp, and the internal hand-written factory tags and hardware are fully intact and functional.
**Details & Sizing:**
* **Brand:** Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique (Paris)
* **Era:** Late 1970s / Early 1980s (Circa 1978–1982)
* **Origin:** Made in France
* **Tagged Size:** FR 40 (Vintage Sizing)
* **Recommended Fit:** Based on the 35 cm waist, this translates beautifully to a modern **Small (S / EU 36 / US 4-6)**. Please verify with the precise flat measurements below!
**Measurements (Taken Flat):**
* Waist (Narrowest point): 35 cm (13.8")
* Hips (Widest point): 52 cm (20.5")
* Total Length (Waist to Hem): 56 cm (22.0")
**Shipping:**
Shipped fully insured and tracked from Germany. Packaged with care for the archives.
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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.
Color Accuracy
We strive to capture the true essence of each garment, though slight color variations may occur depending on the lighting and your screen's calibration.
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