Curator's Note:

A rare runway piece from the Byblos Spring/Summer 1993 collection, designed by Keith Varty and Alan Cleaver. Crafted in Italy from a linen, viscose and silk blend, the waistcoat is richly detailed with geometric passementerie, beadwork and carved wooden embellishments. The elongated silhouette and deep V-neckline balance the intricate decoration, capturing the distinctive artisanal character of Byblos during the early 1990s.

Byblos — Spring/Summer 1993
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• Deep V-neckline
• Sculptural braided button front fastening
• Intricate geometric passementerie embroidery
• Hand-applied wooden bead trim
• Carved wooden disc embellishments
• Decorative suspended beadwork
• Side vents for ease of movement
• Fully lined
• Made in Italy
• 55% Linen • 35% Viscose • 10% Silk
• Excellent condition, all original passementerie, wooden embellishments, braided buttons and beadwork remain secure.

Size & Measurements:

• UK 10 - our size recommendation is a guide only. Please refer to measurements for a more accurate idea of size and fit.
• Chest 17.7"/45cm, length 24.4"/62cm — all measurements are taken with the garment laid flat.