THE ARCHIVE PIECE

Céline
Runway White Quilted Linen Coat
Spring 2011 — designed under Phoebe Philo

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A remarkable runway piece from Phoebe Philo’s celebrated Spring 2011 collection, this sculptural sleeveless coat embodies the quiet precision that defined one of Céline’s most influential eras.

Crafted from substantial white linen with a softly padded construction, the silhouette is entirely shaped through intricate quilting. The deep V-neckline, elongated proportions and clean sleeveless cut give the piece an almost ceremonial presence.

One of its most distinctive features lies in the open side seams. Rather than being permanently closed, both sides are finished with long gold-tone brass zippers, allowing the coat to move freely around the body and revealing the underlying layers with every step.

It is important to note that the narrow waist belt seen on the runway was a separate accessory sold independently and was not originally included with the coat. Size FR42. Still New with Tags! 

Runway reference images: Céline, Phoebe Philo era, - Spring 2011. Shown for archival reference via Vogue Runway