Condition:
This 1990s velour blazer is in very good vintage condition with only minor general wear consistent with age. No major flaws noted. Buttons are secure and the velour surface remains soft and even.
Key Features:
- Fabric: Soft textured velour with embossed floral pattern
- Colour: Warm chestnut brown
- Design:
- Lightly tailored body with shaping seams
- Two-button fastening at the front
- Notched collar and long sleeves
- Cropped hip-length cut that pairs well with high-waisted pieces
- Style: Late 1990s to early Y2K Italian boutique tailoring
- Origin: Made in Italy
Background of the Fabric/Style/Era:
Produced in Italy in the late 1990s, this blazer reflects a moment when textured velour jackets in earth tones became a staple of boutique womenswear. Unbranded workshop-made pieces like this were sold through regional designer-led shops, valued for their distinctive fabrics and wearable silhouettes. The embossed velour, warm chestnut tone and softly structured cut give this vintage velour blazer a refined yet easy-to-style feel that works for both day and evening looks.
Size Information:
- Garment Measurements (laid flat):
- Length: 50 cm
- Sleeve Length: 58 cm
- Chest: 84 cm
- Waist: 72 cm
- Modern Sizing Equivalent:
- UK: Women’s 6–8 | Men’s 32
- US: Women’s 2–4 | Men’s 32
- EU: Women’s 34–36 | Men’s 44
- Model Reference: Model is 167 cm (5’6″) and typically wears UK size 8. The 1990s velour blazer fits close and tailored on the model.
Please note: Estimated modern size is for reference only. Customers should refer to the exact measurements provided above to ensure the best fit.
Materials:
100% Polyester textured velour
Care Instructions:
Machine wash at 30°C. Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Gently reshape and dry flat. Low iron if needed. Dry clean (P) if preferred. Do not wring.
Visit Us or Shop Online
Visit Us or Shop Online
Order online with worldwide delivery, or visit us in-store at Gong Nong Bing Vintage,
68 Charing Cross Road, London WC2H 0BB, to try on and collect your items (£1 admin fee applies).
UK delivery: £4 on orders under £100, free over £100.
International delivery: Calculated at checkout
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