The Weekly Lineup -- 2016.03.09

Fantastic new vintage added to the webstore! From snuggly knit jackets + statement coats to designer pieces from Giorgio Armani, Pierre Cardin, Versace + Jean Paul Gaultier. Check out all the latest updates at http://www.bustownmodern.com.

Documented Mid-80s Giorgio Armani Minimalist Striped Blazer


Supermodel Length 1970s Cherry Red Flared Trench Coat


Rare Ralph Lauren Country Southwestern Hand Knit Wool Cardigan


The Ultimate Oversized Shaggy Fringed String Coat


Graphic Monochrome Animal Stripe Angora Knit Cocoon Jacket


60s Bohemian Purple Suede Hooded Jacket w/Tapestry Trim


Avant Garde Ski Coat w/Huge Coyote Fur Mantle


Pierre Cardin Space Age Velvet Apron Paneled Gown


Sexy Versace Couture Bodycon Mini Dress w/Jeweled Snake Detail


Ralph Lauren Pinstripe Wool Menswear Jumpsuit


90s Jean Paul Gaultier Bondage Leather Skirt w/Corset Front

All items available at http://www.bustownmodern.com
Don't forget -- we offer layaway so don't miss out on these great vintage finds!!

Safer Sexy

While a lot of Jean Paul Gaultier's designs are synonymous with sex, sexuality, promiscuity + bondage (think corset jackets + Madonna's cone boobs), the 1994/95 JPG collection was all about safe sex.

The JPG line was introduced in 1994 as a youthful, street savvy, unisex line. Gaultier, like Moschino (see previous blogpost) + other early 90's designers, often used their fashion designs as a platform to help promote social awareness or change. These particular pieces, from the 1995/96 JPG collection, use a "Virus Man" comic book to broach the subject of AIDS + safe sex, a topic close to Gaultier's heart after the loss of his longtime partner, Francis Menuge, just a few years earlier in 1990.

We're pleased to be able to offer an amazing piece from this collection:

Iconic 1995/96 vintage "Virus Man" leather jacket by Jean Paul Gaultier. Bone colored leather jacket with massive ribbed waistline. Gold colored hardware throughout with JPG logo snaps + enameled arrow zipper pull. Screenprinted JPG logo and "Safe Sex" in metallic gold on front. But wait, it gets better! Massive punk rock style screenprint on back of "Virus Man" comic. In excellent vintage condition. Very slight craquelure to oversize graphic on back panel as expected with age/use.


Available online at http://www.bustownmodern.com.

Wrap Yourself in Gaultier

Spectacular vintage Jean Paul Gaultier scarf dress. Classic Gaultier style! Bias laid ribbed wool scarf is literally wrapped around the body. Incredible avant garde construction features an asymmetric bodice that can be worn on or off the right shoulder with an attached, ultra long scarf at the neck. Asymmetrical hem features one fringed end of the scarf that sweeps the floor! With so many ways to wear it, this is sure to be an absolute winner!

Available at http://www.bustownmodern.com