• Archival Thierry Mugler Maille 1990s Coral Orange Anatomical Panel Pencil Skirt – warm coral orange stretch knit, wide ribbed hourglass waistband with fine vertical rib texture, curved anatomical seam panelling at front, body-con midi pencil silhouette, rare Mugler Maille label, IT 46 EU 38, flat lay editorial shot
  • back view Archival Thierry Mugler Maille 1990s Coral Orange Anatomical Panel Pencil Skirt – warm coral orange stretch knit, wide ribbed hourglass waistband with fine vertical rib texture, curved anatomical seam panelling at front, body-con midi pencil silhouette, rare Mugler Maille label, IT 46 EU 38, flat lay editorial shot
  • macro Archival Thierry Mugler Maille 1990s Coral Orange Anatomical Panel Pencil Skirt – warm coral orange stretch knit, wide ribbed hourglass waistband with fine vertical rib texture, curved anatomical seam panelling at front, body-con midi pencil silhouette, rare Mugler Maille label, IT 46 EU 38, flat lay editorial shot
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Archival THIERRY MUGLER MAILLE 1990s Coral Orange Anatomical Panel Skirt - Rare Ribbed Hourglass Waist IT 46 / EU 38

Archival THIERRY MUGLER MAILLE 1990s Coral Orange Anatomical Panel Skirt - Rare Ribbed Hourglass Waist IT 46 / EU 38

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## THE ARTIFACT: 1990s KNITWEAR SCULPTURE

Elevate your archival collection with this stunning, authentic statement piece from the legendary **Thierry Mugler Maille** line. Dating back to the definitive runway era of the 1990s, this pencil skirt perfectly embodies Manfred Thierry Mugler’s visionary approach to fashion as “living, wearable sculpture”.

The absolute defining architectural feature is the anatomical paneling—intricately curved seams executed in a high-density, flat overlock structural stitch layout. This body-mapping alignment visually tapers the upper abdomen before flaring dramatically outward to sculpt and accentuate the natural curvature of the hips, executing that iconic Mugler hourglass silhouette through modern kinetic lines. 

The high-waisted silhouette is anchored by a monumental, extra-wide waistband executed in a highly dense, high-gauge **Ottoman-Knit structure**. This architectural element provides an executive, three-dimensional textural contrast against the smooth lower chassis, while acting as a functional high-stretch compression band that smooths the waistline without sacrificing mobility.

## CONDITION & TRANSPARENCY REPORT
**Condition:** Excellent Vintage Condition / NEAR MINT VINTAGE
The heavy tech-piqué body retains remarkable elasticity, uniform thread tension, and an incredibly dense, non-faded color brilliance. Crucially, the flatlock contour seams exhibit zero thread fraying, and the Ottoman ridges are entirely free of surface pilling. The sensitive metallic-silver Lurex interior labels remain in flawless archival condition with crisp, unwashed lettering. 

*Curator's Note:* The vibrant coral orange fabric has been carefully hand-refreshed, and the color is now exceptionally radiant. Please note one microscopic, faint pin-sized storage mark near the lower hemline. This is entirely negligible when styled, remaining virtually invisible in motion, and does not compromise the spectacular visual display or investment-grade value of this archival piece. Fully hand-refreshed and ozone-sanitized in-house.

## DETAILS & MATERIAL SCIENCE
* **Brand/House:** Thierry Mugler Maille (Main Knitwear Division)
* **Era:** 1990s Archive
* **Origin:** Proudly Crafted in Italy (Fabbricato in Italia)
* **Material:** 96% Cotton / 4% Elastane (Premium Heavyweight Stretch Ottoman & Piqué Jersey Mix)
* **Textile Structure:** The main body utilizes a technical heavyweight Piqué-Jersey weave, delivering a rich matte honeycomb texture that absorbs light for maximum color depth. The Ottoman-ribbed waistband utilizes horizontal corded weaves to deliver maximum holding power to lock the structural silhouette into place.
* **Color:** Vibrant Coral Orange / Terracotta
* **Features:** Sculptural curved flatlock seams, high-compression ribbed waist panel, premium concealed side zipper.

## EXACT FLAT MEASUREMENTS
*(Measured flat, completely fastened and unstretched)*
* **Waist:** 37 cm / ~ 14.5" (High-waisted, stretches comfortably up to 41 cm due to Ottoman ribbing)
* **Hips:** 43 cm / ~ 17" (Dramatic hourglass stretch contouring, expands easily to 48 cm)
* **Total Length:** 61 cm / ~ 24" (Classic tailored midi-length)

## SIZE & FIT ADVICE
* **Tag Size:** IT 46 (Vintage Italian Sizing)
* **Fits like:** Modern International Medium (US 8 / UK 12 / EU 38)
* *Curator's Fit Note:* Please note that vintage designer sizing typically runs notoriously small and unforgiving. While tagged as an IT 46, this piece fits like a contemporary modern medium due to the rigid architectural parameters of the era. However, the premium Maille tech-knit fabric contains 4% elastane, offering a generous, highly responsive recovery stretch designed to perfectly sculpt, cinch, and adapt to your individual silhouette.

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