Michael Jackson

A red wool military jacket with white piping, black cuffs and collar, gold buttons and 3-Leaf clovers on the lapel, owned and worn by Michael Jackson. With interior tag reading: “Tunics Irish Guards, R and F 1959 Pattern” along with “Size 10” and the handwritten, “1968.” Accompanied by a letter from Jackson’s former assistant and manager Frank Cascio attesting to the authenticity of the jacket. Excellent condition.

One of the most recognizable of Michael Jackson's looks.

Michael Jackson’s predilection for military style jackets helped forge one of the most celebrated trends of the 1980s. Whether sporting a blue version for the 1984 Grammy Awards or a red version for the 1984 American Music Awards, the military jacket became an iconic look for Jackson during the Thriller era. According to the accompanying letter written by manager Frank Cascio, this particular iteration was one of The King of Pop's favorites.