An ultra-rare piece from Thierry Mugler’s iconic Fall 1996 collection, this sharply tailored black blazer is a museum-worthy collector’s item. Structured with Mugler’s signature sculptural lines and a cinched waist silhouette, the blazer features extraordinary silver-tone metal detailing that mimics oversized hand-stitching—tracing the lapels, shoulders, cuffs, and pockets in a powerful graphic outline. This metallic trim, shaped like elongated staples or stitches, exemplifies Mugler’s futuristic and fetish-adjacent codes while retaining his signature elegance.
First seen on the runway and later immortalized in the official campaign shot by Thierry Mugler himself on his longtime muse Jerry Hall, this piece is an emblem of the designer’s theatrical glamour and sharply tailored femininity. The single-button closure features a custom “M” insignia, a subtle nod to the house’s identity.
Provenance
Runway look from Thierry Mugler Fall 1996 RTW, modeled by Eva Herzigová. Also featured in the official campaign shot by Mugler on Jerry Hall. An extraordinary archival piece with rare placement of the metal stitch motif across lapels, pockets, shoulders, and sleeves—true to the original runway and campaign versions.
Measurements
Size: FR 40 (Best fits US 6–8)
- Armpit to armpit: 48 cm / 18.9 in
- Shoulder to shoulder: 41 cm / 16.1 in
- Waist: 36 cm / 14.2 in
- Length (back): 69 cm / 27.2 in
- Sleeve (in-seam): 43 cm / 16.9 in
All measurements taken flat.
Details
- Designer: Thierry Mugler
- Collection: Fall 1996
- Color: Black
- Material: Likely wool blend with full lining (tag not shown)
- Closure: Single button with Mugler logo
- Decorative silver-tone metal stitch detailing on lapels, shoulders, cuffs, and flap pockets
- Made in France
- Excellent vintage condition — minimal signs of wear, preserved beautifully
Styling
Pair this blazer with high-waisted trousers or a pencil skirt for a femme-fatale take on power dressing, or wear it over a bodycon dress for a sleek evening silhouette. Finish the look with sculptural heels or tall boots and bold accessories.
Rarity & Value
This blazer is exceptionally rare—pieces from this collection seldom surface, especially in this condition and with the original metal stitch detailing intact. A true investment piece for collectors and lovers of archival Mugler.
