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Chanel necklace Haute Couture
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Couture jewelry. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 100 cm CB268
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Bracelet Haute Couture Golden Metal Openwork
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal openwork bracelet. Haute couture jewelry from the Coco era. Additional
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Vintage 1970s French Cuff Bracelets

Chanel Golden Metal Circular Earrings Haute Couture
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal circular earrings. Haute Couture jewelry with a signature on the clip
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Vintage 1980s French Stud Earrings

Chanel Haute Couture Belt/ Necklace with Rhinestones, Pink and Blue Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
. Not signed Haute couture jewelry. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions
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Vintage 1970s More Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent Golden Metal Articulated Necklace Haute Couture, 1960s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
cabochons. Haute Couture jewelry from the 1960s. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition
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20th Century More Necklaces

Chanel Golden Metal Bracelet Ornamented with Charms
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal bracelet ornamented with charms. Haute Couture jewelry designed under the
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1990s Charm Bracelets

Chanel Pendant Earrings with a Faceted Rhinestone Cabochon by Rousselet
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Couture jewelry from the Rousselet atelier, designed during the Coco era. Additional information
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Vintage 1960s French Drop Earrings

Chanel Golden Metal Earrings by Rousselet
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal earrings with two pink and plum glass pearl rows. Haute Couture jewelry from
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Vintage 1950s French Stud Earrings

Chanel Clip-on Earrings with Central Costume Pearls by Rousselet
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
surrounded with a golden chain. Haute Couture jewelry from the Coco era, designed by the Rousselet atelier
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Vintage 1960s Stud Earrings

Vintage CHANEL 80's Haute Couture Gold & Silver Flower Necklace
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
necklace of the iconic interlocking CC logo of the House of Chanel. This exceptional piece of Haute Couture
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Vintage 1980s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Iconic Valentino Earrings by Maison Gripoix
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
design for Valentino, Italy by Maison Gripoix. 1960's France. 1.25" x 1". Hand made Haute Couture
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Vintage 1960s Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate, Brass

Vintage 1970s Signed Monet Goldtone Fringe Brooch
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
haute couture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent.
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Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1970s Signed Monet Goldtone Fringe Brooch
Vintage 1970s Signed Monet Goldtone Fringe Brooch
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H 4.25 in W 3 in D 0.2 in L 4.25 in
Vintage 1980s Signed Monet Goldtone Domed Checked Earrings
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
over quantity. Monet's jewelry was of such a high caliber that during the 1980s they produced haute
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1980s Signed Monet Goldtone Domed Checked Earrings
Vintage 1980s Signed Monet Goldtone Domed Checked Earrings
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H 1 in W 0.75 in D 0.3 in Dm 0.75 in L 1 in
Vintage 1960s Signed Monet Goldtone Tassel Fringe Brooch
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
during the 1980s they produced haute couture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent.
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Vintage 1960s American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1960s Signed Monet Goldtone Tassel Fringe Brooch
Vintage 1960s Signed Monet Goldtone Tassel Fringe Brooch
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H 4.13 in W 2 in D 1 in Dm 2 in L 4.13 in
William De Lillo Brutalist Bird Sculpture, 1970's
By William De Lillo
Located in Phoenix, AZ
. De Lillo teamed with the costume jeweler, Robert F. Clark to create their haute couture jewelry house
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1980s Signed Monet Modernist Goldtone & White Enamel Collar Necklace
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
haute couture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent.
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Vintage 1980s American Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Signed Monet "Gold Nugget" Wide Link Bracelet, 1973
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
over quantity. Monet's jewelry was of such a high caliber that during the 1980s they produced haute
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Vintage 1970s American Link Bracelets

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Gold Plate

Reliquaire Necklace by Chanel
By Maison Goossens for Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
is one of the most prestigious names in Haute Couture jewelry of the last half century. He worked
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Vintage 1960s French Baroque Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage Signed Monet Garland Blue Enamel Flower Clip Earrings, 1984
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
haute couture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent.
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

1990s Haute Couture Yves Saint Laurent Red and Gold Gripoix Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
These late 1980s to early 1990s haute couture earrings are entirely handmade from a deep red poured
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1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Signed Monet Convertible Silvertone Chatelaine Brooch, 1947
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
such a high caliber that during the 1980s they produced haute couture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent.
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Vintage 1940s American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage 1980s Signed Monet Goldtone Molded Navy Blue Lucite Collar Necklace
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
that during the 1980s they produced haute couture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent.
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1980s Signed Monet Goldtone Molded Navy Blue Lucite Collar Necklace
Vintage 1980s Signed Monet Goldtone Molded Navy Blue Lucite Collar Necklace
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H 7.25 in W 5.5 in D 0.5 in L 7.25 in
Vintage 1980s Signed Monet Enamel Water Lilly Collar Necklace
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
during the 1980s they produced haute couture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent.
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1980s Signed Monet Enamel Water Lilly Collar Necklace
Vintage 1980s Signed Monet Enamel Water Lilly Collar Necklace
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H 6.5 in W 5.5 in D 0.3 in Dm 5.5 in L 6.5 in
Vintage Signed Monet Garland Blue Enamel Flowers Necklace, 1984
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
jewelry was of such a high caliber that during the 1980s they produced haute couture jewelry for Yves
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Vintage 1980s American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

William De Lillo Brutalist 1970's Patinated Bronze Sculpture
By William De Lillo
Located in Phoenix, AZ
haute couture jewelry house of William De Lillo NY in 1967. This example incorporates small abstract
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Signed Monet Black Enamel & Pave Clear Rhinestone Necklace 1987 Ad Piece
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
. Monet's jewelry was of such a high caliber that during the 1980s they produced haute couture jewelry for
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Signed Monet Black Enamel & Pave Clear Rhinestone Necklace 1987 Ad Piece
Vintage Signed Monet Black Enamel & Pave Clear Rhinestone Necklace 1987 Ad Piece
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H 0.3 in W 5.5 in D 0.3 in Dm 5.5 in L 6.75 in
Vintage Monet Hammered Copper Plate & Rhodium Plate Cuff Bracelet, 1985 Ad Piece
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
haute couture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent.
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Vintage 1980s American Modernist Cuff Bracelets

Vintage Signed Monet Goldtone Scalloped Collar Necklace, 1984
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
such a high caliber that during the 1980s they produced haute couture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Signed Monet Goldtone Scalloped Collar Necklace, 1984
Vintage Signed Monet Goldtone Scalloped Collar Necklace, 1984
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H 0.88 in W 6.25 in D 0.88 in Dm 5 in L 6.88 in
Vintage Signed Monet Etruscan Floral Necklace, 1939
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
such a high caliber that during the 1980s they produced haute couture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Monet "Mantilla" Rhodium Plated Filigree 1965 Bracelet
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
. Monet's jewelry was of such a high caliber that during the 1980s they produced haute couture jewelry for
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Vintage 1960s American Link Bracelets

Vintage Monet "Mantilla" Rhodium Plated Filigree 1965 Bracelet
Vintage Monet "Mantilla" Rhodium Plated Filigree 1965 Bracelet
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H 7.75 in W 1.38 in D 0.2 in Dm 2.5 in L 7.75 in
Signed GROSSE Gold Metal and Red Stones Brooch, Vintage Grosse Germany Jewelry
By Grosse
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
haute couture jewelry for Christian Dior and many other high fashion brands. they produced their own
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Vintage 1960s German Brooches

Vintage Signed Monet Rhodium Plated Leaves Collar Necklace, 1956 Ad Piece
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
that during the 1980s they produced haute couture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent. Jewelry featured in
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium

Vintage Signed Monet Rhodium Plated Leaves Collar Necklace, 1956 Ad Piece
Vintage Signed Monet Rhodium Plated Leaves Collar Necklace, 1956 Ad Piece
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H 0.3 in W 5.75 in D 0.3 in Dm 5 in L 5.75 in
GUY LAROCHE Enameled Metal Heart Clip On Earrings, Vintage from 1980s
By Guy Laroche
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
amazing French Haute Couture jewelry set This is a highly collectible French Costume Jewelry Masterpiece
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Vintage 1980s European Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Vintage Monet Black Enamel Plaques "Contempora" Collar Necklace, 1972 Ad Piece
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
the 1980s they produced haute couture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent.
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Monet Black Enamel Plaques "Contempora" Collar Necklace, 1972 Ad Piece
Vintage Monet Black Enamel Plaques "Contempora" Collar Necklace, 1972 Ad Piece
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H 1.25 in W 8 in D 0.2 in Dm 8 in L 8 in
Yves Saint Laurent by Roger Scemama Documented Vintage Massive Flower Pendant
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
, Haute Couture Jewelry by Florence Müller, p. 231. Embossed YSL. Indicative measurements : approx. 9 cm
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20th Century French Necklace Enhancers

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Gilt Metal

Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fringe Necklace, circa 1980s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
fringe necklace from the 1980s stands as testament to the brand’s commitment to haute couture jewelry
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20th Century French Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Signed Monet Rhodium Plated Laurels Bracelet, 1956 Ad Piece
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
during the 1980s they produced haute couture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent. Jewelry featured in Monet
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Rhodium

Vintage Signed Monet Rhodium Plated Laurels Bracelet, 1956 Ad Piece
Vintage Signed Monet Rhodium Plated Laurels Bracelet, 1956 Ad Piece
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H 0.3 in W 0.63 in D 0.3 in Dm 3.5 in L 7.13 in
GUY LAROCHE PARIS Enameled Heart Necklace Pendant from 1980s
By Guy Laroche
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
French Haute Couture Jewelry Set (see last pic) ! An amazing Gift for Her and any Vintage High Fashion
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Maison Holleville Outrenoir Pendant
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
her talent through "haute-couture" jewelry and accessories that she likes to call "High Fantasy". It
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2010s French Artist Pendant Necklaces

Maison Holleville Outrenoir Pendant
Maison Holleville Outrenoir Pendant
H 17 in W 1.5 in L 26 in
Maison HOLLEVILLE “OUTRENOIR “ Pierced Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
through "haute-couture" jewelry and accessories that she likes to call "High Fantasy". It is in her
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2010s French Modern More Earrings

Maison HOLLEVILLE “OUTRENOIR” Statement Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
her talent through "haute-couture" jewelry and accessories that she likes to call "High Fantasy". It
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2010s French Modern Drop Earrings

Large coloured, aurora borealis paste 'cluster' earrings, Christian Dior, 1959
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
haute couture jewellery. These would be a welcome addition to any collection, or a very striking
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Vintage 1950s German Clip-on Earrings

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Base Metal, Rhodium

Large coloured, aurora borealis paste 'cluster' earrings, Christian Dior, 1959
Large coloured, aurora borealis paste 'cluster' earrings, Christian Dior, 1959
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H 1.5 in W 1.4 in D 0.75 in Dm 1.4 in L 1.5 in
Vintage 1954 Chanel by Robert Goossens Crystal Long Sautoir Couture Necklace
By Robert Goossens
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, "Maison Goossens: Haute Couture Jewelry" written by Patrick Mauries, said that Chanel approached Maison
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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Mixed Metal

CHRISTIAN DIOR Gold Hoop Clip On Earrings, Vintage French Haute Couture Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
GERMANY at back From the 1950's, Christian Dior and several other Haute Couture Jewelry Brands such as
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Vintage 1980s French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold

CHANEL GRIPOIX 1950, NECKLACE and BRACELET, gadrooned gilt beads, Gripoix glass
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
, bracelet weight 20 g, good condition. The oldest and probably best-known of the haute couture jewelry
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Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Bulgari Diamond Serpenti Necklace in 18kt White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
forever hold a place of distinction within the world of haute couture jewelry. Incorporating the mystical
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Couture 1936-49 Schiaparelli-Dali-Style Set FauxSapphire&Pearl Earrings & Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Schiaparelli" and included haute-couture jewelry from the time that this set originated.
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Vintage 1940s American Modern Brooches

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Crystal, Pearl, Sapphire, Mixed Metal

Vintage CIS by Cissy Zoltwoska Turquoise & Paste Girandole Parure 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
embarked upon a highly successful career in haute couture costume jewellery. As well as her couture work
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20th Century More Necklaces

Couture 1950s WestGermany DiorDesigner Crystal DoubleTrimmed EmeraldCut Earrings
By Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Chicago, IL
While making similar Christian Dior haute-couture costume-jewelry in mid-century, designer Max
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Mid-20th Century German Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Crystal, Silver, Gilt Metal

Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Gilded Metal Brooch
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix Haute Couture - Gilded metal brooch set with rhinestones. Additional information
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1990s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL Haute Couture Ring
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Very nice ring attributed to CHANEL unsigned haute couture (from fashion shows) in silver metal
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2010s French Cocktail Rings

Chanel Haute Couture Golden Metal Clip Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Gold-plated clip earrings featuring an ear of wheat. Haute Couture Autumn-Winter 1986/1987
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Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Christian Dior Haute Couture Necklace in Gold Metal
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Necklace in gold metal, purple enamel and Swarovski rhinestones. Egyptian Haute Couture
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Early 2000s French More Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Haute couture Metal Bracelet with Charms Symbolizing Thimbles
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel Haute Couture - Rare and collector metal bracelet and charms symbolizing thimbles. Fashion
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1990s French More Bracelets

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Gilt Metal

Dior Haute Couture "Butterfly" Brooch, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - Haute Couture brooch featuring an openwork silver butterfly paved with
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Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Dior Haute Couture "Butterfly" Brooch, 1970s
Dior Haute Couture "Butterfly" Brooch, 1970s
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H 2.37 in W 3.94 in
Haute Couture golden CC medallion
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Haute Couture necklace in gold metal composed of a twisted mesh chain and a large medallion
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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Haute Couture golden Ancient medallion
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Haute Couture necklace in gold metal composed of a twisted mesh chain and a large medallion
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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Haute Couture Fluorite Crest Brooch
By Robert Goossens for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Haute Couture hexagonal cut natural fluorite crystal with faux pearls and crystals. Crest
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Early 2000s French Modern Brooches

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Silver Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Gold Plated Metal Brooch with Rhinestones
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made In France) Gold Plated Metal Brooch With Rhinestones Collection Haute
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Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

YSL Haute Couture Gripoix Cuffs
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
YSL Haute Couture Gripoix Cuffs by Lou Lou de la Falaise with poured glass cabochons in offbeat
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Vintage 1980s French Cuff Bracelets

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Gilt Metal

YSL Haute Couture Gripoix Cuffs
YSL Haute Couture Gripoix Cuffs
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Haute Couture Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact haute couture jewellery you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and Enamel — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect haute couture jewellery among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing haute couture jewellery — no matter the origin — is easy, but Chanel, Alex Soldier and Christian Dior each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at a haute couture jewellery featuring Citrine from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut alternatives.

How Much is a Haute Couture Jewellery?

Prices for a haute couture jewellery can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $450 and can go as high as $16,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,350.
Questions About Haute Couture Jewellery
  • 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 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 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 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 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
    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 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.