NAVY BLUE SILK SAILOR BUTTON PENCIL SKIRT by KRIZIA MARIUCCIA MANDELLI

Krizia was founded in 1954 by Mariuccia Mandelli. During the 1950s and early 1960s Krizia produced mainly dresses and separates. In 1967 they launched a line of knitwear that became very successful and grew through the 1970s and 1980s to become one of the leaders of the Italian fashion world. Mandelli is credited with with introducing the high fashion world to "hot pants" (very short micro shorts) in 1971.

Mandelli also had a big impact on future talents. Karl Lagerfeld, Alber Elbaz, and Giambattista Valli were among those who spent their early careers at the Kritzia house. The Krizia label continues today as a creative and versatile luxury. Of late, young designers including J.W. Anderson have channeled her '80s power vibe. Incidentally, there is a Philippines-based label that carries the same name, "Krizia Shop." They make fast, cheap, trendy fashion. This skirt is not that.

Vintage 1980s
Inset high waist
Sailor button front
Functional front pockets
Center back slit at the hem
Midi length
Silky, lightweight twill fabric
Fully lined
55% silk, 45% polyester
(The outer shell is 100% silk and the lining is 100% polyester)
Hand wash
Size 12
Approx. measurements:
Waist across: 15.5"
Hips across: 21"
Length: 36"

SKIRTS-FMOC-NOXP

This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Placerville, CA.