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.. Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel: 1980s Corset Bustier


.. In the 1980s, Jean Paul Gaultier and Madonna made gave underwear a new life as outerwear. I imagine this divine little something was Karl Lagerfeld's answer to that trend. Where as "trashy chic" was in, this top took the high road and aimed for dead on class.

.. Made of silk, fully boded, styled like an old fashioned corset, without the ties. It closes up the back with a convenient zipper. There is also an elastic and ribbon inside to hold everything in place. Best of all is the adorable pattern, a light cream on jet black.... squiggles that end in CC logos, with a few CHANELs written in for good measure. There are even little pockets with fun little buttons adorned with big, fat faux pearls. This is they kind of top that could be worn with jeans, or with a ball gown skirt. You could even wear it with short shorts or a leather mini skirt for a really hot look.

condition: Excellent.

Size 40
. Bust 34"
. Waist 26"
. Hips 36"
. Length 17 1/2" down the side

1980s Chanel Corset
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