Stunning 1970s Givenchy Skirt Suit – Parisian Elegance

This 1970s Givenchy skirt suit is a beautifully coordinated French designer set featuring a collarless jacket, pleated midi skirt and original matching belt. Its vivid blue-and-white circular print gives the refined silhouette a playful graphic quality, while the sculpted shoulders, covered buttons and generous patch pockets create a distinctive boutique-era look.

Condition:
Good used vintage condition. There are several small age-related marks and areas of discolouration, mainly visible on close inspection. Due to the bold all-over print, these marks are not especially noticeable when the 1970s Givenchy skirt suit is worn. The original buttons, matching belt and metal skirt zip remain present.

Key Features:

• Material: No composition label visible; feels like a lightweight printed synthetic crepe or silk-blend-style fabric
• Colour: Cobalt blue and soft white
• Print: All-over irregular circular graphic pattern
• Design:
  • Two-piece jacket and skirt set
  • Collarless V-neck jacket
  • Lightly structured shoulders
  • Large front patch pockets with button details
  • Covered blue front buttons
  • Original matching adjustable belt
  • Full pleated midi skirt
  • Metal skirt zip fastening
• Style: 1970s Parisian designer daywear with a bold graphic finish
• Brand: Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique Paris
• Origin: Made in France

Background of the Brand/Fabric/Style/Era:
Founded in Paris in 1952 by Hubert de Givenchy, Givenchy became one of the most influential French fashion houses of the post-war period. The maison developed a reputation for elegant proportions, clean architectural lines and sophisticated clothing that moved easily between formal and everyday settings. Its celebrated association with Audrey Hepburn helped establish an enduring image of refined Parisian style.

Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique was the house’s luxury ready-to-wear boutique line, created as French couture maisons expanded into prêt-à-porter. The label offered fashionable designer clothing that retained the polish, construction and prestige associated with the Givenchy name while responding to the changing lifestyles of modern clients.

This 1970s Givenchy skirt suit reflects the decade’s enthusiasm for coordinated dressing and strong graphic prints. The collarless jacket, covered belt, full pleated skirt and metal zip support a likely 1970s date. Its circular motif introduces a lively, almost abstract quality to an otherwise polished silhouette, placing the set between sophisticated Parisian daywear and playful resort-inspired fashion.

The fabric has a softly textured, fluid handle that allows the skirt pleats to move while retaining enough body for the jacket’s structured shape and oversized pockets. As no composition label is visible, the material is best described as feeling like a lightweight synthetic crepe or silk-blend-style fabric.

Provenance – Doreen Willis Bailey:
This 1970s Givenchy skirt suit comes from the wardrobe of Doreen Willis Bailey, a Canadian-born TWA hostess in the 1940s–50s who later worked with the American government to promote international travel in the UK. Known for her cosmopolitan life and accomplished sense of dress, she met and served many influential figures, including JFK. Her collection offers an intimate glimpse into a wardrobe shaped by international travel, formal occasions and twentieth-century fashion.

Size Information:

• Garment Measurements:
  • Jacket length: 68 cm / 26.8 in
  • Shoulder: 41 cm / 16.1 in
  • Sleeve: 59 cm / 23.2 in
  • Chest: 104 cm / 40.9 in
  • Skirt waist: 67 cm / 26.4 in
  • Skirt length: 69 cm / 27.2 in
• Modern Sizing Equivalent:
  • Estimated best fit: UK 8–10
  • US: 4–6
  • EU: 36–38
• Fit note: The jacket has a more relaxed fit, while the fitted skirt waist is the key measurement to consider.
• Model Reference: Model is 168 cm tall and usually wears a modern size M.

Please note: The estimated modern size is provided for reference only. Customers should use the exact garment measurements above to determine the most suitable fit.

Materials:
No fabric composition label is visible. The material feels like a lightweight printed synthetic crepe or silk-blend-style fabric.

Care Instructions:
Professional dry cleaning is recommended due to the garment’s age, designer label and existing marks. Do not bleach or tumble dry. Steam gently or iron on a low setting from the reverse side.

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