Hi Hattie,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

Stephen Sprouse (1953–2004) was an influential American fashion designer and artist renowned for blending high fashion with street culture. His innovative designs, characterized by vibrant Day-Glo colors, graffiti-inspired prints, and punk-rock aesthetics, left a lasting impact on the fashion industry.

Born in Dayton, Ohio, and raised in Columbus, Indiana, Sprouse demonstrated artistic talent from a young age. He interned with designer Bill Blass at 14 and briefly attended the Rhode Island School of Design before moving to New York City. There, he worked as an assistant to Halston, gaining valuable experience in high-end fashion design. launched his own label in the early 1980s, debuting collections that fused luxury fabrics with bold, graffiti-style graphics. His designs were embraced by high-end retailers like Bergdorf Goodman and Henri Bendel . In 1984, he received the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) award for Best New Designer.

He began incorporating Andy Warhol-inspired designs into his fashion collections in the mid-to-late 1980s, particularly around 1987–1988; when similar items have come to auction, they usually sell for between $500-700.

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage Stephen Sprouse screen-printed Andy Warhol dress
size 42
CONDITION: This dress appears to be in good condition; value assumes no tears, stains, odors or repairs.
PROVENANCE: Unknown
$ 500-700*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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~ Delia