A striking example of Janice Wainwright’s distinctive 1970s aesthetic, this wool jacket blends sculptural tailoring with decorative, almost artful details.
Cut in a softly fitted silhouette, the jacket is framed by a deep, shawl-like neckline, balanced by sweeping panels of satin in rich raspberry tones that run vertically through the body. Scattered across these panels are small, textured embroidered starburst motifs in jewel-like colours, adding a playful contrast to the otherwise graphic composition. The effect is both bold and considered, very much in keeping with Wainwright’s ability to merge structure with ornament.
The wool base gives the piece a reassuring weight while still allowing it to sit neatly on the body, making it as wearable as it is visually interesting. It fastens discreetly at the front, allowing the design to remain uninterrupted and elongating the line of the torso.
A piece that feels equally at home styled simply with black tailoring or layered over jeans and a t-shirt, it offers that rare balance of statement and versatility that defines the best vintage finds.
Details
- Designer: Janice Wainwright
- Era: 1970s
- Material: Wool with satin panel detailing
- Colour: Black with raspberry satin and multicolour embroidery
- Fit: Softly tailored, fitted through the body
- Neckline: Deep shawl-style open front
- Fastening: Minimal front fastening
- Condition: Very good vintage condition
- Size: UK 10
