Escada by Margaretha Ley, Purple Velvet Skirt Suit Set
Title
Escada by Margaretha Ley, Purple Velvet Skirt Suit Set
Description
Purple velvet jacket with jewel neckline; five purple and gold shank buttons at center front; fully lined with Escada insignia print lining in silk; padded shoulders; blue silk bands on seams; green silk faux welt pocket; red silk trim all edges, cuffs, and center back seam; long multicolor rhinestone studded sleeves. Purple velvet skirt with invisible zipper center back and red silk band at waist and hem.
Creator
Margaretha Ley, 1933-1992, Designer
Date
1980-1989
Contributor
Gift from Alex Chapman
Identifier
HCC_FA_2025_pt5_1410
Coverage
Germany
Extent
Jacket: Bust 34", Skirt: Waist: 32"
Curator Notes
Excellent Condition
Textile
Velvet, Silk
Photographer
Shane Qureshi
Accession Number
2025.47.55A.
2025.47.55B
2025.47.55B
Collection
Citation
Margaretha Ley, 1933-1992, Designer, “Escada by Margaretha Ley, Purple Velvet Skirt Suit Set,” HCC Fashion Archive, accessed August 19, 2026, https://hccfashion.omeka.net/items/show/1497.