From John Galliano’s tenure at Givenchy in 1996, this extraordinary black opera jacket captures the designer’s flair for drama, romance, and couture-level fantasy. Galliano, then newly appointed as the first British designer to lead the storied French house, brought his theatrical sensibility and historical imagination to Givenchy — a fusion that redefined modern haute couture.

This voluminous parachute-style jacket, crafted in sheer polka dot tulle, embodies Galliano’s fascination with structure and spectacle. The oversized bows at the front add a note of poetic extravagance — a recurring hallmark in his designs that celebrated the tension between fragility and strength. The use of polka dots, one of Galliano’s signature motifs during his brief but impactful era at Givenchy, adds both whimsy and couture precision to the piece.

Labelled a French 38, yet generously cut to fit across sizes UK 8–14, this is more than a garment — it’s a true moment in fashion history. A collector’s piece from Galliano’s short-lived but unforgettable reinvention of Givenchy, where he set the stage for the artistry that would soon define his Dior years.

Excellent vintage condition.

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