Description
This ensemble is a great example of his unique talent and joyful viewpoint of Patrick Kelly! This 2 piece black and white cotton pique skirt suit with a fun musical note print from the Spring/Summer 1989 collection. It is black with white music notes, and it includes an elbow length sleeve jacket and a slim skirt. The fully lined princess seam jacket has a notched collar and a slight peplum hemline. There are front buttons for closure and sewn in shoulder pads in the lining for structure. The pencil skirt is also fully lined and it has a fixed waistband and closes with a zipper and button in the back. There are pockets and subtle pleating at the waistband.
We always love finding vintage Patrick Kelly pieces because we love what Patrick Kelly represented in his designs. Kelly's beautifully crafted pieces were full of whimsy without sacrificing tailoring or quality. Heavily influenced by his childhood in Vicksburg, Mississippi, Kelly paid homage to his mother and grandmother and the "church ladies" he knew growing up. He was the first American to be admitted to the Chambre syndicale du prêt-à-porter des couturiers et des créateurs de mode in Paris. Because his life was cut tragically short, Kelly was only able to produce a few collections, so his pieces are very collectible.
Fits a modern day size Small. We only use measurements to indicate sizing so please review the measurements for the most accurate fit.
CONDITION: Very Good - There are a few places of slight bleed (shown in photos) including under the arms and in on the skirt near the bottom.
In order to best determine fit, measure yourself or a garment of a similar style that fits you well. Compare those measurements to those on the item description.
S/S 1989 Patrick Kelly Musical Note Novelty Print Black & White Jacket & Skirt Suit
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Measuring & Fit Guide
We offer a large selection of designers and manufacturers that span the 20th and early 21st century. Sizing varies greatly, so we have outlined our measuring and size estimating process.
The best way to know if a vintage item will fit you is to take a garment that fits you well, similar to the one you are interested in purchasing, and measure it the way we measure ours.
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We lay all garments flat and measure as follows*:
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BUST - under arm to under arm across the front and then double that measurement. |
Measure the WAISTBAND, widest part of the HIPS, widest part of the THIGH on one leg and width of the CUFF, then double those measurements |
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WAIST - find the smallest part of the garment if there isn't an obvious seam for the waist and measure across and then double that measurement. |
LENGTH - Measure from the top of the waistband to the bottom of the cuff along the side seam. | |
| HIPS - Find the largest part of the hip area and measure flat, then double that measurement. | RISE - Measure from the crotch to the top of the waistband. | |
| LENGTH - from the nape of the neck or the top of the shoulders, depending on the style of garment. We will measure to the waist when applicable, so that you can determine if it will fit your torso, and then a waist down measurement. | INSEAM - Measure from the crotch to the bottom of the cuff along the inside seam. | |
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SLEEVES - measure from the top of the shoulder seam to the end of the sleeve. When we think that the arm opening is particularly small, we will provide that measurement as well.** |
*Fabrics with stretch will have some give, we will try to mention the range of measurements that will fit comfortably.
**With dolman sleeves, the size is an estimation based on the waist as the body seamlessly joins the sleeve. 
Feel free to email us with specific questions about specific measurements that we may not have included that you need to know in order to feel confident about your purchase. If you have a particularly long torso, short legs, long arms, etc.. we can help you determine whether or not a garment will work for your body.
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Description
This ensemble is a great example of his unique talent and joyful viewpoint of Patrick Kelly! This 2 piece black and white cotton pique skirt suit with a fun musical note print from the Spring/Summer 1989 collection. It is black with white music notes, and it includes an elbow length sleeve jacket and a slim skirt. The fully lined princess seam jacket has a notched collar and a slight peplum hemline. There are front buttons for closure and sewn in shoulder pads in the lining for structure. The pencil skirt is also fully lined and it has a fixed waistband and closes with a zipper and button in the back. There are pockets and subtle pleating at the waistband.
We always love finding vintage Patrick Kelly pieces because we love what Patrick Kelly represented in his designs. Kelly's beautifully crafted pieces were full of whimsy without sacrificing tailoring or quality. Heavily influenced by his childhood in Vicksburg, Mississippi, Kelly paid homage to his mother and grandmother and the "church ladies" he knew growing up. He was the first American to be admitted to the Chambre syndicale du prêt-à-porter des couturiers et des créateurs de mode in Paris. Because his life was cut tragically short, Kelly was only able to produce a few collections, so his pieces are very collectible.
Fits a modern day size Small. We only use measurements to indicate sizing so please review the measurements for the most accurate fit.
CONDITION: Very Good - There are a few places of slight bleed (shown in photos) including under the arms and in on the skirt near the bottom.
In order to best determine fit, measure yourself or a garment of a similar style that fits you well. Compare those measurements to those on the item description.
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