F/W 1997 Ralph Lauren Runway Brown Chalk Stripe Double Breasted Pantsuit handbag the skirt falls into a

the skirt falls into a full

and curved Western-style yoke detailing

a similar skirt debuted on the season's runway in look 8 modeled by Caroline Trentini

paired with leather belt loops

This dress debuted on the Spring/Summer 1998 runway as Look 5

F/W 1997 Ralph Lauren Runway Brown Chalk Stripe Double Breasted Pantsuit handbag the skirt falls into aThis Ralph Lauren Collection pantsuit from the Fall Winter 1997 collection is tailored in a brown chalk striped wool and cashmere blend. The double breasted blazer features peaked lapels, padded shoulders, a fitted waist, welt pockets, and six button front closure. The matching trousers are cut in a straight leg silhouette with pressed creases. A version of this suit appeared on the season's runway, modeled by Ingrid Seynhaeve.