RARE Lafayette 148 Baroque Silk Wrap Blouse Made in NYC Versace-Inspired Size 6

An exceptionally rare archival silk blouse from Lafayette 148 New York, likely made in their original SoHo studio during their early design era. This piece features an opulent gold baroque scroll print on cream and black, centered around a mythological face motif, a direct nod to Gianni-era Versace’s iconic style. Crafted from 100% silk, this collared blouse has a wrap-style front and sculptural tie-back waist sash that creates a stunning silhouette. It’s fully labeled “Made in New York City” * a rarity for the brand * and bears a woven Alkahn label with production code “IA‑02,” indicating it likely dates to 2002–2005 during a limited U.S. production run. This design does not appear in Vogue Runway archives, suggesting it was part of a capsule, sample batch, or editorial collection. • Size: 6 • Material: 100% Silk • Made in: New York City, U.S.A. • Closure: Wrap front with back waist tie • Label Info: Alkahn tag with code “IA‑02” (early NYC production identifier) Condition: Excellent overall. Two small holes on the left shoulder from a prior tag attachment (see photo), and a faint mark on the edge of the lapel. Both are minor and do not affect wearability or visual impact when worn. A rare find for stylists, fashion collectors, or lovers of opulent prints and American fashion history.