-SPECIAL- “CELINE” 80’s-90’s velvet frilled chain setup

From CELINE, founded in 1945 in Paris and known for a style that infuses intelligence and poise into refined everyday wear, we are pleased to introduce a highly perfected velvet set-up piece that vividly reflects the aesthetic sensibility of the founder, Céline Vipiana.

Featuring luxurious deep black velvet throughout, this piece quietly showcases vertical stitchwork on the jacket, adding a sense of structured chiaroscuro and depth beneath the lustrous texture.

The jacket is designed with a slightly shorter length. The rounded front opening sits neatly along the contours of the body, while satin ruffles placed from the neckline to the front, hem, and cuffs lend a soft motion and classically glamorous flair to an otherwise all-black ensemble.

In particular, the neck bow tie and ruffle collar do more than provide sweetness as decoration; they are also designed to draw attention to the face. Against the weight and richness of the velvet, the satin’s smooth sheen creates a beautiful coexistence of formal strength and a feminine afterglow.

Inside, a jacquard lining incorporating the CELINE logo and C motif is used. Its meticulous construction even extends to the parts revealed during wear and removal—one of the standout attractions. With the deep shadowplay of the outer velvet and the lining’s understated luster responding to one another, the value of this piece lies not only in its visible glamour from the outside, but in the overall completeness as a garment itself.

The accompanying skirt is a long silhouette made with the same black velvet. Its clean line naturally falls from the waist area to the hem, embracing the jacket’s decorative quality, while the gold-tone chain and a Macadam-style motif placed at the waist play a role reminiscent of jewelry.

This chain detail is not merely decorative. It can be considered a design concept that translates the horse-tack elegance CELINE has long been known for, as well as the accessory-like sensibility familiar in Parisian upper-class everyday attire, into the garment itself. In contrast to the quiet black of the velvet, the metal hardware’s gleam creates a single point of tension.

As for its era, it can be regarded as a French vintage from the late 1980s to the early 1990s, based on elements such as the CELINE PARIS white-woven label found on the neckline and waist, the vertical listings of MADE IN FRANCE and MARQUE DEPOSÉE, and the notation of J.C. Co., Ltd. as the general importing agent.

In particular, the dealer notations used before the transition to domestic distribution systems in the mid-1990s, and the use of laundry care labels in the former JIS standard, are important details that support this dating. There is a persuasive authenticity here that differs from contemporary, reproduction-style Triomphe or Macadam-style designs—an originality that carries the atmosphere of its time.

Black velvet, satin ruffles, a bow tie, and a gold chain could easily feel overly decorative if not balanced carefully, but here the entire set-up is unified in black. That creates a sense of calm within the glamour, and the appeal lies in a well-judged balance that works not only for party settings, but also for everyday wear where you want to quietly highlight your individuality.

We especially recommend it for those who value a classic mood yet seek strength that is not merely sweet, and for those who want to naturally incorporate the Parisian poise of vintage CELINE into a modern wardrobe. There is high added value not only in the impeccable finish when worn as a set, but also in the fact that the jacket and skirt can each be styled individually.

For styling, wearing it as a set while keeping the inner layer as understated as possible results in an elegant look that puts the textures of velvet and satin in the spotlight. If you wear the jacket alone, pairing it with drapey slacks or a long skirt will create a genderless, mode-like impression while preserving a refined sense of tension characteristic of CELINE. The skirt, when matched with a simple blouse or a neat, tailored jacket, allows the waist chain to function as a discreet piece of jewelry—adding depth throughout the entire ensemble that is truly distinctive of vintage luxury.

We invite you to take this opportunity.