Hand-beaded silk evening jacket by Laurence Kazar New York featuring an allover geometric checkerboard design of multicolored iridescent sequins framed by metallic gold bugle beadwork on a black silk ground.
The collarless silhouette is fully embellished across the front, back, and sleeves with square panels of emerald green, cobalt blue, ruby red, teal, purple, and gold sequins bordered by metallic gold bugle beads. The jacket features a concealed hook-and-eye closure at the neckline, allowing it to be worn fastened at the neck or open in the front, and is finished with a black acrylic lining.
The original size and care labels are no longer present. Fiber content was documented from the original inventory notes as 100% silk shell with 100% acrylic lining. Please rely on the provided measurements rather than a tagged size.
Laurence Kazar became well known during the 1980s and 1990s for elaborately hand-beaded eveningwear featuring hand-applied sequins and beadwork. This jacket is representative of the brand’s signature special occasion designs and late twentieth-century evening fashion.
Good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age. Missing original size and care labels. Minor loose beadwork is present near the neckline, and light discoloration or transfer marks are visible on portions of the interior lining. No major tears or structural damage observed. Review photos for complete condition details.