Jan Vanvelden Yellow and Black Two Piece Suit
Jan Vanvelden London Wool Suit – Yellow Embroidered Jacket & Black Skirt
This striking vintage suit by Dutch designer Jan Vanvelden embodies bold 1980s power dressing. The vibrant yellow wool jacket features intricate black soutache embroidery, a sharp black velvet collar, and a tailored silhouette with strong shoulders and a cinched waist. Decorative faceted buttons and flap pockets add elegant detail, paired with a sleek black pencil skirt.
Vanvelden, trained in Amsterdam and London, was known for refined, feminine tailoring and famously dressed Princess Diana, who praised his skirts for their comfort. His connection to the Princess adds lasting value for collectors of vintage couture.
Note: The skirt hem is finished with a serged edge but left unfolded—likely an intentional design choice reflecting a deconstructed or minimalist aesthetic.
Measurements,
Size UK 10
Jacket
Shoulders: 42cm
Bust: 44cm
Waist: 36cm
Length: 70cm
Skirt
Waist: 36cm
Hips: 44cm
Length: 70cm
