Exceptional Gianni Versace leather biker ensemble—jacket and matching pants—personally owned and worn by iconic artist Elton John. Showcasing the designer’s iconic rock-glam aesthetic with unmistakable edge, the suit is crafted in rich black leather and lined in a striking yellow-green silk, the jacket features an asymmetrical front zip, oversized notched lapels, a waist belt, zipper-sleeve cuffs, and silver-tone hardware throughout. A right breast zip pocket and sculptural paneling add structure and attitude. Most notably, the right side of the lapel and the right side of the collar each display three oversized safety pins, pointed downward—an unmistakable nod to Versace’s bold punk-influenced motifs. The matching leather pants complete the look, creating a head-to-toe Versace moment that feels straight off a runway or editorial. This set carries exceptional provenance: it was sourced directly from Elton John’s famed “Out of the Closet” collection (Atlanta location), the celebrity charity shops founded in 1999 to support the AIDS Healthcare Foundation. Importantly, the original EJAF tags are still attached—one on the lapel of the jacket and one on the pants—providing an added layer of authenticity and direct connection to Elton John’s archive. Among the rarest forms of Elton-owned Versace to surface, full leather suits of this caliber are almost never released. A masterfully constructed ensemble that represents a prime, highly collectible intersection of couture craftsmanship and rock-icon history.

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