Fabulous vintage 1980s Austin Reed skirt suit in bold purple ? the ultimate power dressing statement of the decade. Features include: Structured jacket with oversized shoulder pads Front closure with three gold buttons Purple silk lining throughout Pencil skirt with back zipper, fully lined Labeled size 8 (London/New York), but please check measurements for best fit. Condition Near mint vintage condition. Appears barely or never worn. Provenance Note Founded in 1900, Austin Reed was one of Britain?s premier tailors, later expanding to New York. Their women?s tailoring in the 1980s epitomized Dynasty-style glamour and executive chic, blending bold color, sharp shoulders, and luxe fabrics. Style Aesthetics ? Dynasty / Mob Wife glam ? 1980s power dressing collectible ? Sustainable vintage luxury Styling Tips Pair with stilettos and statement earrings for full 80s power glam. Wear the jacket separately over jeans for a bold streetwear look. Ideal for collectors, retro enthusiasts, or costumers recreating the 80s aesthetic. Measurements (laid flat) Jacket Bust (pit to pit): 19" (38") Shoulder: 20" Waist: 16" (32") Length: 28" Skirt Waist: 12.5" (25") Hip: 19.5" (39") Length: 21" Approx. Modern Size US 4?6 (Small) UK 8?10 EU 36?38 Fit Guide Best for ~5?4??5?7?, 115?130 lbs. Fitted pencil skirt + structured jacket create a true hourglass Dynasty silhouette. Fabric / Materials Woven silk (no content tag, feels like silk). Purple silk lining. Dry clean only. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? British tailoring, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, or if you're in a hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via UPS or FedEx! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!