Condition:
Excellent vintage condition. No visible flaws. All buttons intact and secure. Clean, ready to wear, and beautifully preserved for a piece from the 1980s.
Key Features of This 1980s Quilted Floral Jacket:
- Authentic 1980s quilted floral jacket in jewel tones
- All-over botanical print with red, yellow, lilac, mustard, and black accents
- Velvet-touch texture and midweight quilted structure for warmth and comfort
- Ornate metal flower-shaped buttons add vintage artisan detail
- Light shoulder padding enhances silhouette without bulk
- Perfect for layering across seasons or as statement outerwear
Why Collectors Love This 1980s Quilted Floral Jacket:
The 1980s was an era of expressive fashion, where bold patterns and experimental textures dominated wardrobes. This 1980s quilted floral jacket captures that spirit with its oversized fit, richly coloured botanical design, and tactile quilted finish. Unlike modern reproductions, this authentic vintage jacket embodies the craftsmanship, durability, and individuality that makes true 1980s clothing so desirable today.
The jewel-tone florals are eye-catching yet versatile, pairing effortlessly with denim, skirts, or dresses. The quilted construction means this jacket provides warmth without being heavy, while the ornate metal buttons give it a handcrafted feel. It is both practical and dramatic — a combination that makes it ideal for collectors, stylists, and everyday wearers who appreciate unique vintage outerwear.
Background of the Style/Era:
Quilted jackets were a defining garment of the 1980s, reflecting the decade’s love of both comfort and flair. Their popularity grew from influences in global textile traditions, blending utility with bold design. The velvet-like surface of this jacket adds a tactile richness, while the vivid floral print echoes the 1980s embrace of maximalist patterns.
Today, jackets like this are valued as statement pieces for vintage lovers and fashion-forward dressers alike. They resonate with the revival of 1980s and 1990s fashion on runways, in street style, and among celebrities who embrace bold vintage outerwear as a styling essential.
Size Information:
- Garment Measurements (laid flat):
- Shoulder Width: 42 cm (16.5 inches)
- Sleeve Length: 58 cm (22.8 inches)
- Chest: 108 cm (42.5 inches)
- Garment Length: 58 cm (22.8 inches)
- Modern Sizing Equivalent:
- UK: Women’s 14–16 | Men’s Chest 38–40
- US: Women’s 10–12 | Men’s Chest 38–40
- EU: Women’s 42–44 | Men’s Chest 48–50
- Model Reference: Model is 167 cm (5’6”), typically wears UK size 8. Jacket is shown oversized with a relaxed fit.
Materials: Feels like cotton blended (unlabelled), quilted and midweight with a velvet-touch finish.
Care Instructions:
Dry clean recommended. Do not bleach. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve the colour vibrancy.
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Order online with worldwide shipping, or collect and try on in-store at Gong Nong Bing Vintage, 68 Charing Cross Road, London WC2H 0BB. £1 admin fee applies to in-store collection.
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