Elevate your evening wardrobe with this magnificent, authentic 1980s/1990s black beaded "trophy jacket" from the highly collectible vintage label Sudi Creations.
Handcrafted with exceptional artistry, this statement piece features a premium 100% black silk outer layer paired with a fluid, comfortable viscose inner lining.
Designed with an open-front silhouette, the jacket fastens neatly at the neckline with a single, highly discreet black metal hook-and-eye closure that preserves the flow of the design.
The front bodice is heavily embellished with thousands of hand-sewn glass bugle beads arranged in sharp, geometric Art Deco chevron lines.
A striking, royal purple scalloped border frames the collar and front placket. This border is packed with tightly coiled, high-shine iridescent sequins that form textured paisley scroll patterns. These vibrant panels are meticulously outlined by rows of deep indigo seed beads and multi-tonal metallic bugle beads, which flash with an oil-slick luster in the light.
The original era-specific shoulder pads have been cleanly removed by a previous owner. As a result, the heavy beadwork creates a softer, more fluid silhouette, allowing the 17" shoulder seams to drop slightly and drape elegantly over a standard modern shoulder profile.
The back features a matching scalloped yoke panel with six hanging glass teardrop pendants, while the shoulders are accented with epaulet-style purple medallions.
The sleeves feature a very slight crop—perfect for showcasing statement bracelets—and are adorned with cascading vertical rows of shimmering black glass rice beads that offer fluid movement as you walk.
Garment measurement (laid flat)
To ensure a perfect fit, please compare these exact measurements against a jacket you already own. Vintage sizing is significantly different to modern standards.
Chest (pit-to-pit): 21" (best fits a 38"–40" chest, modern UK size 12 to 14)
Shoulder-to-Shoulder: 17" (seam to seam across the back; sits as a slight drop-shoulder now that original vintage padding is absent)
Upper Sleeve Length: 21" (slightly cropped style)
Center Back Length: 22"
Care Instructions & Vintage Note
Fabric: 100% Silk Outer, 100% Viscose Lining.
Cleaning: Strictly Dry Clean Only. Do not iron directly over embellishments.
Storage Note: Because the original internal shoulder padding is absent, we highly recommend storing this jacket flat in a drawer or garment box rather than on a hanger. This prevents the heavy weight of the glass beadwork from pulling or stretching the unpadded silk shoulder seams over time.
Condition
Very good. The original era-specific shoulder pads have been removed by a previous owner.