A 1980s Gianni Versace Velvet Set — Quiet Power, Studio Glamour

This is Versace before the gold chains. Before the mythology. A quietly powerful two-piece ensemble from the mid-to-late 1980s, crafted in rich chocolate velvet and cut with the relaxed precision that defined Gianni’s early era.

The top is soft and sculptural, with a wide-cut sleeve and a gently draped silhouette. At the neckline, a structured Peter Pan collar in quilted silk — stitched in fine, parallel lines — adds a subtle architectural contrast. Paired with softly pleated trousers that taper with ease, the set speaks to a different kind of glamour: editorial, creative, lived-in.

This is the kind of look worn by women who worked late, travelled light, and knew how to make an entrance without raising their voice. The velvet reflects light with a rich, velvety glow — effortlessly luxurious without being ostentatious.

Top is labelled IT 42 (UK 10), trousers IT 44 (UK 12) — a deliberately easy fit, meant to move with the wearer. Each piece wears beautifully on its own or styled together for maximum quiet drama.

Measurements,

Top

Shoulders: 42cm

Bust: 48cm

Length: 92cm

Trousers 

Waist: 34cm

Hips: 52cm

Length: 106cm