Nine Jean Muir Leather Outerwear Pieces, 1980s

The dress shown in the images is not included with this lot.

This lot includes nine leather pieces: five jackets and two two-piece skirt ensembles.

THE FIRST
Black leather open front swing coat with asymmetrical fold back rounded lapels, flared sleeves, and rounded hemline.
Label: Jean Muir / London
Size Label: 10
Style/Serial No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 17"
Chest: 49"
Waist: 53"
Hips: 59"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 39"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 30.5"

THE SECOND
Black lizard skin embossed leather kimono style jacket with shawl collar, tapered cuffed sleeves, front waist pockets, and open front.
Label: Jean Muir / London
Size Label: Medium
Style/Serial No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 17"
Chest: 52"
Waist: 57"
Hips: 56"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 43"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 32"

THE THIRD
Black leather drop shouldered jacket with band collar, cuffed sleeves, front hip pockets, and single button neckline closure.
Label: Jean Muir
Size Label: 8
Style/Serial No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 18"
Chest: 42"
Waist: 44"
Hips: 47"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 38"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 33"

THE FOURTH
Black leather open front jacket with clean neckline, dolman style cuffed sleeves, and inseam side pockets.
Label: Jean Muir / London
Size Label: 8
Style/Serial No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 16.5"
Chest: 46"
Waist: 51"
Hips: 53"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 35.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 27.5"

THE FIFTH
Black leather two-piece ensemble including a drop shouldered jacket with clean neckline, dolman tapered sleeves, and center front metal and black enamel button closure; paired with matching straight fit leather skirt with left side zipper closure.  
Label: Jean Muir / London
Size Label: 10
Style/Serial No.: Illegible

Approximate Measurements:
JACKET
Shoulders: 16.5"
Chest: 51"
Waist: 49"
Hips: 46"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 31.25"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 30"

SKIRT
Waist: 28"
Hips: 40"
Length (side waist band to hem): 25"

THE SIXTH
Black leather long jacket with rounded stand collar, dolman sleeves with rolled up cuffs, front inseam hip pockets, and center front button closure; paired with matching straight fit skirt.
Label: Jean Muir / London
Size Label: N/A
Style/Serial No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
JACKET
Shoulders: 15.5"
Chest: 46"
Waist: 42"
Hips: 44"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 45.25"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 30"

SKIRT
Waist: 28.5"
Hips: 40"
Length (side waist band to hem): 27"

THE SEVENTH
Black leather long jacket with exaggerated shawl collar, drop shoulder tapered sleeves, inseam side pockets, and open front.
Label: Jean Muir / London
Size Label: 8
Style/Serial No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 16"
Chest: 52"
Waist: 50"
Hips: 49"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 42.75"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 32"
Property from the Collection of Michelle Smith, Washington, D.C.

Condition:THE FIRSTThe overall condition is very good with no visible issues. THE SECONDThe overall condition is good structurally though the collar is well worn and the coloration is lightening along with the folded edges of the cuffs. The lining has lightened due to age.THE THIRDThe overall condition is very good with a small white spot on the front left chest and some light wear around the interior collar.THE FOURTHThe overall condition is very good though the left sleeve cuff tack has come undone along with a small spot on the back sleeve near the cuff. The back right shoulder blade area has a small white spot.THE FIFTHThe overall condition is very good structurally though there is some wear noticeable on the back neckline and sleeve hems, a white spot on the back right sleeve near the cuff, and a faint mark on the front left neckline.THE SIXTHThe overall condition is very good though the front buttons appear to have some wear to the finish.THE SEVENTHThe overall condition is very good structurally with a couple of white spots on the front of the left and right exterior near the hemline and some minor wear along the back neckline.Everything is sold 'As Is'. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email couturecr@hindmanauctions.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.