Rare 1970s Sergio Bustamante 3-piece Set

Mexican artist and sculptor Sergio Bustamante created precious few garments and I've only ever seen dresses across the web. This is the only example I can find of a 3-piece set: blouse, skirt and vest. His garments are already rare, so this set would be doubly - or triply! - so. 

Each of his creations is one-of-a-kind; no two are the same. He designed each one, hand cut the materials, and learnt to sew as he went! All three pieces are crafted from hand-dyed cotton linen and velvet ribbon.

The blouse has 12 fabric-covered buttons up the front and ties at the neckline. The cuffs feature the same tie-in-a-bow style. It also has dark truffle-color piping at the neckline and cuffs. The sleeves are extra voluminous for some truly delightful puff action.

The skirt is comprised of four beautiful shades: the primary oatmeal tone, oyster and dark truffle cotton accents, and a rich chocolate velvet ribbon around the waist. The skirt is quite long but the absence of trim at the hem means it can be easily taken up. It also has two deep pockets. 

The quilted vest is of the same oyster colored cotton as is on the skirt, and is trimmed with the matching rich chocolate velvet around the edges.

The set is in excellent condition with nothing to report. It's marked size M but I'd say today it's more like a large S/small M. Particularly the skirt. The blouse is quite loose. Check out the measurements below and please don't hesitate if you have any questions!

Blouse:

Bust up to 38 in

Sleeves from shoulder seam 22.5 in 

Length 22 in 

Skirt:

Waist 28 in 

Length 46.5 in

Vest:

Length from shoulder 15 in