Shell Shaped Back
CLASSY JEAN c.1910’s Edwardian Satouche Shell Silk Bishop Sleeve Midi Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
sleeveless with “slit” in the center front; shell extends until knees. Center back has keyhole shaped cut out
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Victor Costa Sequin and Plaid Taffeta Gown
By Victor Costa
Located in Alford, MA
/low fashion. The shell-shaped bodice, which is composed of a flexible knit under the sequins, sports a
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1970s American Evening Gowns
JEAN PATOU c.1960's KARL LAGERFELD Black Sequin Camellia Flower Cocktail Dress
By Jean Patou, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Thiensville, WI
with scoop neckline. Black sequin trim along cuffs and collar with beaded scallop shaped hemline. Four
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1960s French Cocktail Dresses
1970s Moroccan Inspired Black Colorful Embroidered 70s Vintage Boho Maxi Skirt
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s Moroccan inspired black embroidered bell shaped maxi skirt! Features a lightweight
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1970s Flare Skirts
GIVENCHY COUTURE A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Cheetah Print Faux Fur Paneled Coat
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
variation. Aesthetically shaped panels at front and back of coat; stylistic wavy panel seams throughout
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1990s French Topcoats
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1995 “The Birds” Cream Blazer Jacket w/ Birth + Hair Label
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
side seam detail at front of jacket; “V” shaped yoke at back of jacket with short princess seams below
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1990s Blazers
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 1996 “Dante” Brown Blazer Skirt Suit w/ Hair + Birth Label
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Content: “68% Wool, 22% nylon, 10% cashmere” (shells); “100% viscose” (lining)
Unmarked Fabric Content
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JEAN PATOU c.1960's Purple Sleeveless Double Breasted Button Up Mod Shift Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld, Jean Patou Paris
Located in Thiensville, WI
midi dress. Tailored wool dress with slightly curved waist darts in back of dress. “V” shaped surplice
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GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1999 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ivory Floral Lace Princess Coat
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Lined: Yes
Marked Fabric Content: “66% Acetate, 34% viscose” (shell); “100% acetate” (lining)
Additional
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1990s French Coats
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Located in Thiensville, WI
(feel of): Rayon crepe (shell); metal (closures)
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