Documented Fall 1981 Chanel Red Metallic Silk Skirt & Jacket Set w Hand Applied Chenille Cording Detail designer-jacques-fath There is some fraying to

There is some fraying to the tie at the neck

high opening along one side so you see some leg when you sit or walk

The dress is cut simply with a curved seam to define the bust area and a pretty keyhole at the neck

Embroidered felt boots in a wild mod pattern

Documented Fall 1981 Chanel Red Metallic Silk Skirt & Jacket Set w Hand Applied Chenille Cording Detail designer-jacques-fath There is some fraying toWithout a doubt this is truly an exceptional piece of vintage Chanel and a rare find. It is a wonderful example of the work that the house of Chanel was creating during this time period. This would have been from right before Karl joined Chanel in an official capacity in 1982, however, in the couple of years proceeding his appointment as Creative Director, Karl was doing freelance work with them so you can still see his influence. The first Chanel