The Y2K Moment You've Been Waiting For

Picture it: early 2000s, a runway somewhere between New York and Hong Kong, and Vivienne Tam sending out a two-piece denim set so quietly extraordinary that two decades later, it still stops people in their tracks. This is that set. A pre-owned Vivienne Tam Y2K embroidered floral denim jacket and low-rise jeans — a complete look, a time capsule, and a collector's find in one.

About the Brand: Vivienne Tam

Vivienne Tam is one of fashion's most singular voices — a Hong Kong-born, New York-based designer who has spent over three decades weaving Eastern philosophy, Chinese cultural iconography, and Western silhouettes into garments that feel both timeless and radical. Known for her iconic Mao-print dresses of the 1990s and her signature fusion of embroidery, print, and structure, Tam built a brand that sits at the intersection of art and fashion. Her pieces are collected, exhibited, and worn by those who understand that clothing can carry meaning far beyond the surface. A Vivienne Tam garment is not just something you wear — it is something you inherit.

The Story of This Garment

The early 2000s Y2K era was a moment of fearless dressing — low rises, embellishment, and the bold belief that more was always more. Vivienne Tam channeled that energy through her signature lens: intricate floral and leafy embroidery rendered in thread against indigo denim, a mandarin collar that nods to her Chinese heritage, and a double-zip closure that gave the wearer total control over their silhouette. This two-piece set is a document of that era — crafted with the kind of detail and intention that fast fashion has never been able to replicate.

~ Product Details:

* The Jacket:

• Mandarin collar with double zipper closure (wear fully zipped, or zip both ends to center for a cropped slit-hem effect)

• Form-fitting silhouette

• Stunning floral and leafy embroidery on the back

• Long sleeves with white stitch detail

• Unlined

* The Low-Rise Jeans:

• Low-rise cut with hidden zip front and eye-hook closure

• Slightly bootcut silhouette

• Floral and leafy embroidery on the left leg

• No belt loops, no waistband — clean, sleek finish

• Unlined

Material: 97% Cotton, 3% Spandex
Color: Indigo Blue Denim
Care: Dry clean only

~ Condition Notes — Sold As-Is

This is a pre-owned vintage set offered in the spirit of sustainable, circular fashion. Please review carefully:

• Some stretching on the front crotch area of the jeans (not visible when worn on the body; only noticeable when laid flat)

• No stains

• Normal signs of wear consistent with a pre-loved garment

All sales are final. Buying pre-owned is one of the most powerful choices you can make for the planet — extending the life of a beautifully made garment keeps it out of landfill and reduces the demand for new production.

~ Sustainability Note 🌿

At Thirteen Vintage, every pre-owned piece we carry represents a commitment to slow fashion and circular style. Choosing this Vivienne Tam set means:

• Saving approximately 1,800 gallons of water vs. producing a new pair of jeans

• Reducing carbon emissions associated with new garment manufacturing

• Keeping a beautifully crafted piece in circulation rather than in a landfill

• Supporting a fashion economy built on quality, longevity, and provenance

~ Who Is This For?

• 👗 Y2K and early 2000s fashion devotees who want the real thing, not a reproduction

• 🌸 Embroidery and artisan craft lovers who appreciate hand-detailed garments

• ♻️ Sustainable fashion advocates building a wardrobe with intention and impact

• 🏷️ Vintage collectors seeking rare, designer pre-owned pieces

• ✨ Fashion-forward dressers who know that the best outfits have a story

~ Why You Need It:

There is one of these in the world. A complete Vivienne Tam two-piece denim set with original embroidery, in wearable condition, does not come along often. The mandarin collar jacket alone is a statement piece; paired with the matching low-rise bootcut jeans, it is a full look that requires nothing else. Wear it to a gallery opening, a vintage market, a rooftop dinner, or anywhere you want to be the most interesting person in the room.

~ Style Tips:

Wear the Set Together: Style with strappy heeled sandals or pointed-toe mules and a simple camisole underneath the jacket. Let the embroidery do the talking — keep accessories minimal and gold-toned.

Split the Set: Wear the jacket alone over a white fitted tee and straight-leg trousers for a smart-casual look. Or style the jeans with a fitted ribbed tank and platform sneakers for a pure Y2K moment.

Layer for Fall: Wear the jacket open over a thin turtleneck in cream or camel. The indigo denim reads beautifully against warm autumn tones.

Evening Edit: Zip the jacket to the center (double-zip style) for a cropped, structured top effect. Pair with the jeans and heeled boots for a polished evening silhouette.

~ Size Chart:

Modern Size Interpretation: The jeans' 30" waist corresponds to a modern US Women's Size 8 or Medium. The jacket's 36" bust fits a US Women's Size 6–8 (Small to Medium). The 3% spandex content provides a small amount of stretch. Please measure carefully — this is a pre-owned vintage piece and all sales are final.

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