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Suit: jacket, blouse, and skirt designed by Willi Smith, 1969-1987. Creator: Willi Smith
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Suit: jacket, blouse, and skirt designed by Willi Smith, 1969-1987. Creator: Willi Smith
Colorful block striped jacket (and matching skirt with short-sleeve, collared, button-down mauve-colored blouse) designed by Willi Smith for WilliWear Limited. a. The long sleeve jacket has a v-neck and a notched lapel collar. There are two black plastic buttons near the waist, one on either side. There are two large patch pockets, one on either hip. The jacket is made of a colorful brushstroke ikat print fabric in block stripes of red and green, blue and grey, and purple and black. There is a visible hem around the bottoms of the sleeves.
There are two tags sewn into the back of the jacket collar on the inside. The top tag is black on the proper right half and white on the proper left half. The black side reads [WilliWear] in white. The white side reads [WilliSmith] in black. The smaller tag below reads [M / MADE IN INDIA / 100% COTTON / HAND WASH / SEPARATELY] in black
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This vibrant print showcases a stunning suit designed by the talented Willi Smith, spanning from 1969 to 1987. The ensemble consists of a colorful block striped jacket and matching skirt, accompanied by a short-sleeve, collared, button-down mauve-colored blouse. The jacket features long sleeves with visible hems and a v-neck adorned with a notched lapel collar. Two black plastic buttons near the waist add an elegant touch while two large patch pockets on the hips provide functionality. Made from a captivating brushstroke ikat print fabric, the jacket boasts block stripes in red and green, blue and grey, as well as purple and black. Upon closer inspection of the back collar inside the jacket, two tags are sewn in place. The top tag is divided into black and white halves; reading "WilliWear" in white on the black side and "WilliSmith" in black on the white side. A smaller tag below provides care instructions: "M / MADE IN INDIA / 100% COTTON / HAND WASH / SEPARATELY". This remarkable piece represents both cultural heritage and fashion innovation within African American history. Preserved at the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), this garment serves as an educational tool for visitors to learn about Willi Smith's contributions to American fashion during his time at WilliWear Limited. With its bold colors, intricate patterns, and impeccable design details, this suit exemplifies Willi Smith's creative genius while leaving an indelible mark on United States fashion history.
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