One Bill Blass Dress and Jacket, One Galanos Skirt Suit, and One Koos Ven den Akker Skirt Suit, 1970s-1980s
Sold to benefit the Art Acquisition Fund at the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfield.
The first; a Bill Blass wool day ensemble. Navy jacket features oversized pointed collar, four patch pockets with decorative buttons, and front button closure. Together with a short sleeved tan and navy checked dress with box pleated skirt, removable tie at neck, and back zip closure.
Each labeled: Bill Blass
Each size labeled: 12
The second; a James Galanos navy silk suit. Navy jacket features puff shoulders, pintucked waist, and front button closure with goldtone metal buttons. Together with a matching navy pencil skirt with narrow waistband, box pleated back, vent at back hem, and back zip closure.
Jacket label: Galanos
Matching skirt: Unlabeled.
The third; a Koos van den Akker skirt suit. Red cropped jacket features black striped trim, front button closure, and red star-shaped buttons. Together with a black blouse with multicolor abstract print, hidden front button closure, and tie neck, and a red a-line wrap skirt with black striped trim, curved decorative front panel in matching fabric to blouse, and tie closure.
Each labeled: Koos, Koos van den Akker, New York.
Each size labeled: 6
Approximate Flat Measurements Across the Front:BILL BLASS JACKET
Bust: 19.5"Shoulder: 16.5"Sleeve: 24.5"Waist: 18.75" Hips: 20.25" Length (from underarm): 15.5"
BILL BLASS DRESS
Bust: 20"Shoulder: 16"Sleeve: 7"Waist: 14.5"Hips: 23"Length (from underarm): 34"
Tie: 51.5" overall length
GALANOS JACKET
Bust: 16"Shoulder: 14.5"Sleeve: 23.25"Waist: 12.5"Hips: 16"Length (from underarm): 14.25"
GALANOS SKIRT
Waist: 12"Hips: 16.5"Length: 26.5"
VAN DEN AKKER JACKET
Bust: 18"Shoulder: 16.25"Sleeve: 23.25"Waist: 17.5"Length (from underarm): 8.25"
VAN DEN AKKER BLOUSE
Bust: 18.25"Shoulder: 16.5"Sleeve: 23.25"Waist: 16.25"Hips: 18.25"Length (from underarm): 13.5"
VAN DEN AKKER SKIRTWaist: 11.25-15.5"Hips: 15-20.5"Length: 29"
Condition
Condition:BILL BLASS JACKET: Very good condition, with one small spot of soiling next to left hip pocket.BILL BLASS DRESS: Good condition, with a few thread pulls at waist, one thread pull at neck, one area of several thread pulls on removable neck tie, and three pinhead-sized spots of soiling on front of skirt.GALANOS JACKET: Very good condition, with no visible condition issues.GALANOS SKIRT: Very good condition, with no visible condition issues.VAN DEN AKKER JACKET: Very good condition, with some light pilling to textile.VAN DEN AKKER BLOUSE: Very good condition, with a small number of scattered pinhead-sized spots of soiling at left back.VAN DEN AKKER SKIRT: Very good condition, with some light pilling to textile.The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. As everything is sold 'as is', we suggest that you request a more detailed condition report and additional photo. This can be obtained via the INQUIRE button or by email at couturecr@hindmanauctions.com. Condition is a matter of opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact.