Jumpsuit

Giorgio Armani

fall/winter 2002–3 · silk · Costume Institute

Giorgio Armani exemplifies the words simplicity and luxury. Known for his easy lines, he introduces interest in design by introducing fine textiles and subtle embellishment that doesn't appear fussy. His design influence coming from his impeccably tailored suits for men, Armani's women's designs also reflect the designer's unstructured style. This simple Armani jumpsuit looks like a gown, but the many panels that form the bottom puddle where it is bifurcated, to form a harem-style fashion. The result looks draped, when it is in fact a magnificently tailored garment. The one shouldered bodice, along with the addition of a shawl draped at the same shoulder creates a classically inspired design scheme.

Artist

Giorgio Armani

Date

fall/winter 2002–3

Medium

silk

Culture

Italian

Department

Costume Institute

Credit line

Gift of Giorgio Armani, 2003