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Hanae Mori Haute Couture Chiffon Caftan Gown
By Hanae Mori
Located in New York, NY
Floaty Hanae Mori Haute Couture Chiffon Caftan Gown from the 1980's. Signature, dreamy cloud and
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean-Louis Scherrer Haute Couture Chiffon Top with Sequins
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jean-louis Scherrer Haute Couture - Chiffon top embroidered with sequins and beads, from the 1970s
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1980s French Blouses and Tops

Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Chiffon Dress, Spring-Summer 1990
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix Haute Couture - Silk chiffon dress decorated with a brooch made of gilded metal
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1990s French Evening Dresses

A Rare and Early Jeanne Lanvin Haute Couture Chiffon and satin Dress Winter 1920
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Toulon, FR
Winter 1920-1921 France. Long dress in black silk crepe by Jeanne Lanvin Haute Couture. Wide
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1920s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

Jean Patou Haute Couture Silk Dress, Size 36FR
By Jean Patou
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jean Patou Haute Couture - Chiffon silk dress overstiched with threads, velvet and lurex. No
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1970s French Evening Dresses

1950s Jacques Heim Haute Couture Yellow Chiffon Dress
By Jaques Heim
Located in London, GB
Outstanding haute couture chiffon column dress by Jacques Heim circa 1958 -1963. A timeless
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1950s French Formal Gowns

Ted Lapidus Haute Couture Wrap Chiffon Dress, Size 36FR
By Ted Lapidus Haute Couture
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Ted Lapidus Haute Couture - Wrap dress composed of silk chiffon. No composition or size tag, it
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1970s French Evening Dresses

CHISTIAN DIOR HAUTE COUTURE Navy Layered Chiffon Dress, Betsy Bloomingdale 1980s
By Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a navy blue three layer chiffon swirl print cocktail dress by Christian Dior Haute Couture
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Balmain Haute Couture silk dress
By Pierre Balmain Haute Couture, Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture (N°132-027) Dress composed of silk chiffon, embroidered with beads and
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1960s French Evening Dresses

Autumn/Winter 1959 Christian Dior Couture Black Silk Chiffon "Bella" Gown
By Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Absolutely breathtaking black layered silk chiffon Christian Dior Couture gown from the fall/winter
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1950s French Evening Gowns

1940s Haute Couture Purple Satin Chiffon Dress
Located in London, GB
beautiful unlabelled haute couture dress is of superb quality and construction and is in absolutely
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1940s French Evening Dresses

Jean Patou Haute Couture Velvet, Chiffon and Beads Couture Set
By Jean Patou
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jean Patou Haute Couture - Jacket and pants set composed of velvet, chiffon and beads. Louis 40
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21st Century and Contemporary French Twin Sets

Chanel Haute Couture FR34 Black silk Chiffon skirt
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Haute Couture long skirt in silk chiffon, pleated to the knee, closed with a zip and hook
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Chiffon and Lace Stole
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Chiffon and Lace Stole. Pink silk chiffon is inserted with strips of
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1980s French Scarves

Emanuel Ungaro Haute Couture Pink Silk Chiffon Set
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Emanel Haute Couture - Set comprised of a pair of pants and a jacket, composed of pink silk chiffon
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1980s French Twin Sets

Hanae Mori Haute Couture Printed Silk Chiffon Dress
By Hanae Mori
Located in London, GB
Superb and rare, early Hanae Mori haute couture burgundy chiffon dress. This dress is late 1970s
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1970s Japanese Maxi Dress

Givenchy Haute Couture Bustier Embroidered Silk Chiffon Dress
By Givenchy
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Givenchy Haute Couture (Made in France) Amazing dress composed of red silk chiffon embroidered with
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1980s French Evening Dresses

1950S MARGARET Silk Chiffon Haute Couture Top From Paris
By Margaretha Ley
Located in New York, NY
1950S MARGARET Silk Chiffon Haute Couture Top From Paris
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1950s Blouses and Tops

Jean Patou Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Butterfly Pattern Dress
By Jean Patou
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jean Patou Haute Couture (Ribbon 98734) - Silk chiffon dress trimmed with lurex and a butterfly
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1960s French Evening Dresses

1970s Carven Haute Couture Chevron Print Chiffon Maxi Dress
By Carven
Located in London, GB
This colourful 1970s Carven haute couture maxi dress has a high rounded neckline with short
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1970s French Maxi Dress

1970s Rainbow Silk Chiffon Tiered Haute Couture Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
This vivacious 1970s pure silk chiffon haute couture dress with rainbow hemline is of excellent
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Christian Dior Haute Couture Pleated Chiffon Gown, Betsy Bloomingdale 1974
By Marc Bohan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a long black chiffon pleated gown by Christian Dior Haute Couture, from 1974. The gown has
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1970s French Evening Gowns

Valentino Haute Couture Floral Print Silk Chiffon Blouse & Skirt Ensemble
By Valentino
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Valentino haute couture floral print silk chiffon blouse with flounced sleeves and skirt
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1970s Italian Day Dresses

1995s Chanel Haute Couture FR36 Navy silk chiffon Midi plus
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Haute Couture skirt in navy blue silk muslin, ankle length, pleated at the bottom of the
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1990s French Skirts

1910s Haute Couture Blue Silk Dress with Embroidered Chiffon Inserts
Located in London, GB
unlabelled but bears all the hallmarks of early French haute couture. In superb antique condition and
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1910s French Chemise Dresses

1970S HANAE MORI Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Blouse, Scarf & Pants Ensemble
By Hanae Mori
Located in New York, NY
1970S HANAE MORI Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Blouse, Scarf & Pants Ensemble
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1970s Unknown Day Dresses

Christian Dior Haute Couture Polka Dot Chiffon Gown, Betsy Bloomingdale 1980
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a sheer chiffon black and white polka dot gown by Christian Dior Haute Couture, from 1980
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1980s French Day Dresses

Early 2000s Atelier Versace Haute Couture Rhinestone Yellow Chiffon Mini Dress
By Atelier Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Versace. From the early 2000s, this ultra-sexy mini dress is constructed of light yellow chiffon and is
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1958 Jean Dessès Haute Couture Documented Pink Ruched Silk Chiffon Goddess Gown
By Jean Dessès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
which acted as a couture retailer authorized to sell Paris haute couture for clients who couldn't travel
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1950s French Wedding Dresses

1980S GIVENCHY Navy Blue Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Low Cut Gown 1989
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
1980S GIVENCHY Navy Blue Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Low Cut Gown 1989
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1980s Formal Gowns

1950S SERGE MATTA Black Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Jersey Entirely Hand Ruched
Located in New York, NY
Fully lined in rayon 1950S SERGE MATTA Black Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Jersey Entirely Hand
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1950s Casual Dresses

2000S ATELIER VERSACE GIANNI Black Silk Chiffon Haute Couture Crystal Beaded G
Located in New York, NY
. 2000S ATELIER VERSACE GIANNI Black Silk Chiffon Haute Couture Crystal Beaded Gown Embellished With
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Early 2000s Formal Gowns

Vintage 1955 Jean Dessès Haute Couture Documented Black Silk-Chiffon Petal Dress
By Jean Dessès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
collectible. He is one of the most important designers of the 20th century and was a designated Haute Couture
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1950s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1980S YVES SAINT LAURENT Blue & Green Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Strapless Gown
Located in New York, NY
Musee de Yves Saint Laurent Paris. 1980S YVES SAINT LAURENT Blue & Green Haute Couture Silk Chiffon
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1980s Formal Gowns

A Printed Chiffon Evening Dress by Madame Grès Haute Couture Circa 1970
By Madame Gres
Located in Toulon, FR
Early 1970. France. Long sleeveless Haute Couture dress by Madame Grès. Bottom of the orange
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1970s French Evening Dresses

1974 Christian Dior Haute Couture Black Silk Chiffon Pleated Dress No.00299I
By Christian Dior
Located in Studio City, CA
1974 A/H Christian Dior haute couture black silk chiffon pleated dress with ruffled neck, sleeves
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Silk Chiffon Evening Gown No.173.195
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Pierre Balmain haute couture No. 173.195 black silk chiffon halter neck evening gown with
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20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1965 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Beaded Green Silk Chiffon Caftan Gown
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Spectacular Pierre Cardin haute couture designer silk chiffon gown, in the prettiest emerald green
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1960s French Evening Gowns

Vintage 1967 Givenchy Haute Couture Cobalt Blue Draped Silk Chiffon Caftan Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous Givenchy numbered haute couture royal blue silk chiffon draped gown dating back to his
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean-Louis Scherrer Haute Couture Gray Chiffon Butterfly Bead Blouse - XS, 1970s
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Tucson, AZ
-hued chiffon lining. In true French fashion, the butterflies are embellished with miniature sequins and
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1970s French Blouses

1970S RETY OF PARIS Black Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Crystal Beaded Empire Wais
Located in New York, NY
1970S RETY OF PARIS Black Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Crystal Beaded Empire Waist Gown
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930S Black Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Bare Midriff Gown With Silver Lamé Deta
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Bare Midriff Gown With Silver Lamé Detailed Lattice Work
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1930s Casual Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Haute Couture Red / Green Stripe Silk Chiffon Dress, 1991
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
dress is carefully lined in a red silk chiffon, while the skirt in lined in a green chiffon. This haute
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Haute Couture Red / Green Stripe Silk Chiffon Dress, 1991
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
dress is carefully lined in a red silk chiffon, while the skirt in lined in a green chiffon. This haute
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1985 Valentino Haute Couture Documented Pink Silk Chiffon Bow Strapless Gown
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in West Hollywood, CA
gown with a daring back décolleté. From the Spring/Summer 1985 Haute Couture collection, this custom
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1980s Italian Evening Gowns

1930S Ivory Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Bias Cut Blouse With Hand Done Art-Deco
Located in New York, NY
1930S Ivory Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Bias Cut Blouse With Hand Done Art-Deco Pintucks
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1930s Blouses

1980S ANDRE LAUG Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress In Shades Of Blues W
By André Laug
Located in New York, NY
1980S ANDRE LAUG Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress In Shades Of Blues With Sheer Sleeves
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1980s Italian Day Dresses

1960s Haute Couture Pierre Balmain Green Silk Chiffon Dress with Hand Bead Work
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Firenze, IT
fantastic blend of green silk chiffon dress by Pierre Balmain. It is exquisitely decorated with precious
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Curtains and Valances

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Silk, Beads

1980s Chanel Haute Couture Cream Pant Suit
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
chiffon neck scarf that can be tied to your liking. A stunning Chanel Haute Couture suit. Very good
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1980s French Trouser Pant Suits

Abraham Pelham Haute Couture Gown and Stole
Located in Geneva, CH
. Constructed in dark brown silk chiffon, this couture gown is an ultimate example of craftsmanship ! Similar to
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Early 2000s French Ball Gowns

1970s Louis Feraud Haute Couture Silk Embellished Dress
By Louis Feraud
Located in London, GB
went on to become Louis Féraud’s artistic director and designed the brand’s lauded haute couture
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1970s Directoire Style Evening Dresses

Vintage Cristobal Balenciaga Haute Couture Babydoll Dress (1960s)
By Balenciaga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dress by Cristobal Balenciaga 1960s Haute Couture original; vintage Black/Nude Spanish inspired Thin
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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Blouse, Circa 1993
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Geneva, CH
white silk chiffon, the blouse is approx. a size US 4-6 (FR 38). This rare haute couture piece could be
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1990s French Blouses and Tops

Christian Dior Haute Couture Gown Autuwm/Winter 1972
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Haute couture silk organza gown by Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 1972 Collection Floor length One
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1970s French Evening Gowns

Jean Patou Haute Couture Dress Winter Collection, 1974/1975
By Jean Patou
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jean Patou Haute Couture (Made in France) Runway dress in brown silk chiffon and lamé. 1974/1975
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1970s French Evening Dresses

1989 YVES SAINT LAURENT haute couture silk RUNWAY dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare 20's style sheer silk chiffon haute couture dress with lace designed by Yves Saint
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino crepe and chiffon vintage pink dress with golden and swarosky straps
By Valentino Couture
Located in Bilbao, ES
haute couture, glamorous red dresses (it’s no coincidence that the brand’s diffusion line is named after
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pencil Skirts

Balenciaga Haute Couture Moiré Cocktail Dress, Spring-Summer 1963
By Balenciaga
Located in Geneva, CH
This lovely haute couture watered (moiré) silk taffeta dinner/cocktail dress is the ideal "Little
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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

A French Couture Chiffon Cream Evening Dress Circa 1970
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970 France Anonymous haute couture evening dress in chiffon and cream silk crepe from the
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1970s French Empire Waist Dresses

A French Couture Chiffon Cream Evening Dress Circa 1970
A French Couture Chiffon Cream Evening Dress Circa 1970
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A French Printed Chiffon Couture Dress Circa 1930/1940
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1930/1940 France An Anonymous Haute Couture shawl and dress in silk crepe printed voile with
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1930s French Evening Dresses

A French Printed Chiffon Couture Dress Circa 1930/1940
A French Printed Chiffon Couture Dress Circa 1930/1940
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Haute Couture Chiffon For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary haute couture chiffon you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Gray, Blue and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for a haute couture chiffon may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An accessory like this designed by Yves Saint Laurent, Christian Dior and Marc Bohan — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Haute Couture Chiffon?

The price for a haute couture chiffon starts at $275 and tops out at $21,132, and on average, selling for $2,450.

Finding the Right clothing for You

From museum-worthy vintage Oscar de la Renta evening dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing available on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think Galliano and Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Chanel remain classic for haute couture advocates and beyond. By exploring the vast array of vintage collections on these pages, you can transform your closet into a retreat that is as retro as it is royal. 

Velvet cocktail dresses and silk evening gowns designed by French-born American couturiere Pauline Trigère — who dressed Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor — have proven timeless since their mid-century debut, while an overcoat by Alexander McQueen is the perfect finishing touch. In fact, an emerald one stays in rotation for Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge.

Those seeking modern high-fashion brands are also in luck. Turn your day-to-day into a runway with selections from Dolce & Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace or complete that fresh look with stunning footwear classics from the likes of Gucci and Christian Louboutin. The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. 

Build your collection of covetable and iconic vintage garments by shopping on 1stDibs. No matter where you roam, our diverse apparel and accessories will keep you covered in the hottest styles and comfiest black hoodie imaginable.

Questions About Haute Couture Chiffon
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Haute couture is the name of custom-designed clothing that select fashion houses produce. To qualify as haute couture, a maker must receive certification from the Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Paris. Each year, this chamber of commerce publishes a list of the current haute couture maisons. Shop a selection of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Yes, Versace is haute couture. The Italian fashion house is an official member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that determines which firms can operate with haute couture status.

    More than any designer before him, Gianni Versace mined celebrity, music and Pop art for inspiration. In fact, the New York Times noted in 1997 that the fashion industry "is now driven by contemporary culture because Mr. Versace made it that way."

    On 1stDibs, find vintage Versace clothing and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Haute couture is described as high-end luxury wear that has been custom-fitted and constructed by hand from start to finish and is governed by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode in France. ​​You can shop a variety of top fashion houses' haute couture designs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Whether Mugler is haute couture may vary from year to year. This is due to the fact that the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode updates its list of haute couture fashion houses annually. Generally, the French luxury fashion house founded by Thierry Mugler has regularly appeared on the list of official haute couture fashion houses. Explore a variety of Mugler apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yes, Balmain is haute couture. The term haute couture refers to high-end luxury wear that has been custom-fitted and constructed by hand from start to finish. The world of haute couture is governed by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode in France.

    Fashion designer Pierre Balmain established his now-iconic label in 1945. In the postwar years, Balmain became known for bell-shaped skirts falling from slender waists, structured jackets over sheath day dresses and embellishments like fur trim.

    From the dresses favored by Hollywood icons like Audrey Hepburn and Marlene Dietrich to the sleek, skinny jeans seen on Nicki Minaj, Kid Cudi and every Kardashian, clothes from the House of Balmain have long been mainstays in celebrity wardrobes. Shop a collection of vintage Balmain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    A haute couture dress is dress is a dress that was made by an esteemed haute couture designer. Dresses created by haute couture houses are constructed by hand from start to finish. They’re made of the finest materials and are individually tailored to meet the needs of a specific client.

    Haute couture garments are expertly created by firms that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Dior, Maison Margiela and Schiaparelli are examples of universally revered haute couture houses.

    Find haute couture dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 20, 2024
    Yes, Dior is haute couture.

    The French luxury fashion house Christian Dior is an official member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that determines which maisons can operate with haute couture status.

    When Christian Dior launched his haute couture house, in 1946, he wanted nothing less than to make “an elegant woman more beautiful and a beautiful woman more elegant.” He succeeded, and in doing so the visionary designer altered the landscape of 20th century fashion. Vintage Dior bags, shoes, evening dresses, shirts and other garments and accessories are known today for their feminine and sophisticated sensibility.

    On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Dior apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    In fashion, “haute couture” means "high sewing" or "high dressmaking." Haute couture is French and refers to the creation of one-of-a-kind pieces by an esteemed fashion designer or house for a particular client. 

    Haute couture garments such as dresses are pieces of clothing constructed by hand from start to finish and are made with the highest quality materials. They are expertly created by firms that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Dior, Maison Margiela and Schiaparelli are some of fashion's universally revered haute couture houses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024
    Yes, Louis Vuitton is haute couture. The iconic French luxury brand is a member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body of haute couture as an art form.

    Founded in 1868 as the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture and renamed FHCM in 2017, the organization has around 100 members — and Sidney Toledano, the CEO of Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), sits on its executive committee. "Haute couture" is a legal term that, literally translated, means "high sewing" and refers to innovative, hand-crafted garments created for private clients and presented to the public every January and July.

    Find vintage Louis Vuitton Neverfull bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    The difference between ready-to-wear and haute couture comes down to availability and pricing as well as whether or not the brand in question can assert haute couture status (this denomination is protected by law). Haute couture garments are crafted by maisons that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Haute couture items are custom-made and individually tailored to fit the wearer. As a result, they sell for very high prices. Fashion houses produce ready-to-wear apparel on a much larger scale in a range of predetermined sizes and sell it at lower price points. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of apparel and accessories.

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