Vintage Pauline Trigère Sheer Metallic Brocade Jacket and Skirt Set

Description

Description
A beautiful vintage Pauline Trigère two-piece evening set featuring a sheer ivory-gold jacket and coordinating metallic jacquard pencil skirt. The jacket is light and translucent, with gold embroidered motifs throughout, brocade trim at the collar, cuffs, and hem, and a soft open-front shape that floats over the body.

The skirt is cut in a clean pencil silhouette with a wide smooth waistband and ornate metallic jacquard patterning in tones of ivory, champagne, gold, soft silver, and pale blush. Together, the set has a refined late-century eveningwear feeling: romantic, architectural, and luminous without being overly formal.

Pauline Trigère was known for sophisticated construction and strong tailoring, with Vintage Fashion Guild noting her reputation as a master cutter whose work was elegant rather than fussy. This set reflects that sensibility in a softer way, balancing sheer delicacy with polished shape and metallic textile interest. (Vintage Fashion Guild)

Shown on Dominique, who is 5’9″ and typically wears a modern high-fashion size 2/4, with a 32B bust, 25″ waist, and 37″ hips. On Dominique, the jacket has an easy open fit and the skirt sits close through the waist and hips. Best for a modern XS/S depending on exact measurements and desired fit. Please compare measurements before purchasing.

Details
Brand: Pauline Trigère
Era: Estimated 1970s to 1980s
Marked size: Not visible in provided photos
Estimated modern fit: XS/S, pending measurements
Color: Ivory, champagne, gold, pale blush, and soft metallic tones
Material: Fabric content not visible in provided photos; appears to be sheer organza-like textile on jacket with metallic brocade/jacquard trim and coordinating metallic jacquard skirt
Set includes: Sheer long-sleeve jacket and pencil skirt
Jacket neckline: Pointed collar
Jacket closure: Open front; no front closure visible in photos
Jacket sleeves: Long sleeves with brocade cuffs and button detail
Skirt silhouette: Pencil skirt
Skirt closure: Not visible in provided photos; pending confirmation
Design detail: Metallic brocade trim, sheer jacket body, ornate jacquard skirt
Model: Dominique is 5’9″ and typically wears a modern high-fashion size 2/4, with a 32B bust, 25″ waist, and 37″ hips

Fit Notes
Shown on Dominique, who is 5’9″ and typically wears a modern high-fashion size 2/4, with a 32B bust, 25″ waist, and 37″ hips.

On Dominique, the jacket fits easily through the shoulders and body with an open, slightly relaxed evening layer shape. The skirt fits closer through the waist and hips with a clean pencil silhouette. Best for a modern XS/S depending on exact waist, hip, and shoulder measurements.

Please compare measurements to a similar jacket and skirt you already own.

Condition
Good vintage condition with delicate age-related wear consistent with the fabric and construction. The sheer jacket shows visible wrinkles and some small pulls or irregularities in the organza-like textile, typical for a delicate vintage sheer layer. No major structural flaws are visible in the provided photos, but this should be checked closely in person.

The skirt appears structurally sound in photos with light wear consistent with age. Please confirm zipper/closure function, waistband condition, lining, seams, and any snags or metallic thread wear before publishing.

Styling Notes
Style with:
A black lace bra or silk camisole underneath the sheer jacket
A simple ivory tank for a softer covered look
Gold sandals and a red clutch for evening
Separate the jacket over black trousers or a slip dress
Wear the skirt with a fine cashmere sweater or crisp white shirt