Before DVF was just a logo, she was a revolutionary designer dressing women in clothes that were both practical and deeply glamorous. This vintage skirt from the late 1970s/early 1980s captures that spirit perfectly. It’s “Library Chic” meets “Upper East Side.”
The Fabric & Construction The fabric is the star here. It is a “nubby” tweed-like weave made of 63% Wool, 14% Angora, 14% Nylon, and 9% Polyester. The Angora content gives it a distinctively soft, fuzzy hand-feel (not scratchy!) and a lovely halo effect in the light. It features a muted, sophisticated plaid pattern in cream/beige with woven lines of soft purple, teal, and brown.
It closes with side buttons at the waist—a classic, clean finish.
Condition Report: Vintage As-Is This skirt comes from a reseller’s personal “time capsule” archive.
Provenance: It was sourced from a warehouse 15 years ago and has been stored flat in archival tissue since.
Odor: Despite airing out, it retains a faint “vintage warehouse” scent. It is not offensive, but it is present. A professional dry cleaning is recommended to refresh the fibers and remove the scent.
Integrity: No holes or stains were noted. The fabric is sturdy and beautiful.
Sizing & Fit The vintage tag reads Size 10, but do not trust vintage sizing! Based on the flat measurements, this fits like a modern US Size 4 (Small).
Waist: 26 inches (Doubled)
Hips: 39 inches (Doubled) – The pleats offer some room here.
Length: 30 inches – A lovely midi length.
Styling Tip: Lean into the texture. Pair this with a cream silk blouse and tall leather boots for a look that screams “Vintage Ralph Lauren/DVF,” or wear it with a graphic tee and Doc Martens to grunge it up.