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A museum-quality orange suede skirt sample by Bonnie Cashin from the 1960s, straight from the archive of renowned fashion illustrator Esther M. Larson.
This A-line prototype exemplifies Cashin’s mastery of texture, color, and wearable design.
Unlabeled sample/prototype skirtHook-and-zip closure, fully lined, woven pleated panel detailing
Measurements: Waist 26” | Hips 38” | Length 25”
Orange leather in signature Cashin natural-tonepersimmonpalette; excellent vintage condition, some fading on one area but retains the rich pigment throughout.
Collector’s note: Skirts like this rarely appear on the market; the combination of prototype status and Larson provenance makes this an exceptional piece for collectors or mid-century fashion historians.
Bonnie Cashin 1960s Orange Suede Skirt Sample / Rare Prototype / Vintage High-End Collectible
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