A beautifully cut 1990s Romeo Gigli waistcoat in richly textured cotton velvet with one of the designer’s signature moody, artistic prints running throughout. The abstract circular motif in deep shades of burgundy, oxblood and muted terracotta gives the piece an almost tapestry-like quality, particularly against the soft sheen of the velvet.

Romeo Gigli’s work from this period always had a romantic, intellectual feel to it, and this waistcoat captures that perfectly. The cut is slim and slightly cropped with a softly curved front hem and minimalist fastening, allowing the fabric and silhouette to take centre stage. The reverse is finished in a contrasting burgundy satin-style fabric which gives it an elegant drape and a subtle evening feel.

Equally strong worn buttoned up on its own, layered over a sheer blouse, or styled more casually with faded denim and tailoring. A genuinely versatile archive-era Romeo Gigli piece with all the quiet drama the label became known for.

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