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Short Mink Jacket

Dior Feather and Mink Fur Short Jacket 36FR
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) Feather and mink fur short jacket ornamented with pearl decorations. Silk
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jackets

Sheared Fur Mink Vintage Short Jacket Coat "shearing look"
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is a stunning vintage sheared Mink fur coat that looks like shearing. Large Button at the neck
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1970s Jackets

ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1996 "Dante" Black Mink Fur Crop Sleeve Short Coat Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1996 "Dante" Black Mink Fur Crop Sleeve Short Coat Jacket Brand / Manufacturer
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1990s Italian Cropped Jackets

ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2005 Gray Brown Mink Fur Removable Hood Belted Jacket Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2005 Gray Brown Mink Fur Removable Hood Belted Jacket Coat Brand
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Early 2000s Italian Blazers

Rare 1940s Ermine Summer Fur Luxurious Honey Brown Jacket Coat Scalloped Edges
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful and hard to find summer ermine fur (cousin to th mink) jacket coat! Ermines are white
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1940s Jackets

Comme Des Garçons Faux Mink Short Jacket
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
This cozy faux mink Jacket comes to you from vintage Comme Des Garçons. Fall to just below waist
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Early 2000s French Coats

THE ROW black MINK FUR Collarless Short Jacket XS
By The Row
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic The Row collarless jacket in black real dyed mink (100%). Opens with two hooks on
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2010s Coats

Vintage c1960s mink fur jacket
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fine quality vintage mink fur jacket by Clyne. It is made from mahogany brown mink fur, superbly
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Mid-20th Century British Fur Puffer Coats

Pagano Ivory Mink Fur Jacket
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful and top quality italian made fur coat Real mink Shaded ivory color Short sleeves Two
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coats and Outerwear

Pagano Ivory Mink Fur Jacket
Pagano Ivory Mink Fur Jacket
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Size: M
Pagano Mink fur jacket size M
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Real mink Shaded ivory color Short sleeves Two hooks closure Length from shoulder cm 34 (1338
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2010s Italian Fur Puffer Coats

Brand new Big Tall Pearl Men's mink fur coat jacket size 2 XL
By Blackglama
Located in Montreal, Quebec
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Brand new Big Tall Blackglama Men's mink fur coat jacket size 2 XL
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2010s Coats

Brand new Big Tall Blackglama Men's mink fur coat bomber jacket size 2 XL
By Blackglama
Located in Montreal, Quebec
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Brand new Big Tall Blackglama Men's mink fur coat bomber jacket size 2 XL
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2010s Coats

Brand new Big Tall Blackglama Men's mink fur coat parka jacket size 2 XL
By Blackglama
Located in Montreal, Quebec
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Brand new Big Tall Blackglama Men's mink fur coat parka jacket size 2 XL
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2010s Coats

Brand new Big Tall Blackglama Men's mink fur coat parka jacket size 2 XL
By Blackglama
Located in Montreal, Quebec
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Brand new Big Tall Blackglama Men's mink fur coat parka jacket size 2 XL
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2010s Coats

Mint Vintage Fendi Cream Mink Fur Coat (Size 12 - L)
By Fendi
Located in Montreal, Quebec
Garment type: short-length jacket Sleeves: straight cuffs Pockets: Two side pockets Collar: notch
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1990s Italian Coats

Brown Tweed Sheared Mink Trim Camelot Skirt Suit with Standing Collar- S, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Brimming with luxurious details like powder-soft sheared mink, a Balenciaga-style stand-away collar
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1960s Unknown Skirt Suits

Mint reversible Christian Dior Multi Fur Coat fox beaver leather (Size 12 - L)
By Fendi
Located in Montreal, Quebec
mink Garment type: short-length jacket Sleeves: straight cuffs Pockets: Two side pockets Collar
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1990s Italian Coats

1960s Black Ribbon Suit
Located in London, GB
A 1960s suit comprising of a jacket and skirt. The jacket is wide fitting and cropped, with short
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20th Century Skirt Suits

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A Belle Époque diamond tiara, to the centre three diamond-set clusters with diamond-set foliate decorations and one large diamond-set cluster on each side, all within a waved frame o...
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Alexander McQueen 1996 The Hunger White Cotton & Silk Asymmetrical Ruffled Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Portland, OR
We love vintage Alexander McQueen and he designed this dress for his Spring Summer 1996 collection. This beautiful white dress has a tube fitting bodice with spaghetti straps and fit...
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French SilkVelvet Dress and Opera Cape by Simone Pieltain
Located in Gresham, OR
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F/W 1998 Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Silk Lace Trim Camisole Blouse
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a lace-trimmed silk camisole designed by John Galliano for Christian Dior's Fall/Winter 1998 collection. A grey version of this lace trim design was featured in the Fall/W...
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Van Cleef & Arpels Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Vintage Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
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S/S 2003 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Cherry Blossom Embroidered Pink Mini Dress
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Alaia pony hair leopard print coat and boots ensemble, c. 2010
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Ralph Lauren black silk beaded evening dress with open back, fw 2002
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
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▪ Ralph Lauren Collection black evening dress ▪ Beaded in a floral pattern allover ▪ High neck ▪ Beaded net cap sleeves with beaded tassel trim ▪ Trained skirt ▪ FR 38 - UK 10 - ...
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Stunning Victorian Old-Cut Diamond Fringe Tiara Convertible to Necklace Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique diamond tiara convertible to a necklace, c.1880s, the tiara designed as a relatively short compact fringe which almost gives the impression of a bandeau style tiar...
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Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the allure of the 1960s with our stunning 18K Gold Plated Dome Ring, a classic design rendered in whimsical gold plating. This ring strikes the perfect balance between subt...
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VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Label S/S 1999 Tweed Wool Tailored Princess Coat Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Label S/S 1999 Tweed Wool Tailored Princess Coat Jacket Circa: Spring / Summer 1999 Label(s): Vivienne Westwood Red Label Style: Tailored prince...
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1975 James Galanos Dramatic Aubergine Jersey Maxi Gown w Fabulous Draped Hood
By James Galanos for Amelia Gray, James Galanos
Located in Gresham, OR
A dramatic and rare 1975 James Galanos aubergine rayon matte jersey gown with Empire belted waistline, full cuffed sleeves and a gorgeous loosely draped hood! Channel your inner Grac...
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Hobé Beaded Necklace with Aurora Borealis Swarovski Crystals, circa 1960, Signed
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in McKinney, TX
This gorgeous circa 1960s Hobé double strand beaded necklace features a pattern of orange translucent ringed beads, antique brass tone tube beads and baby blue Aurora Borealis Swarov...
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YVES SALOMON Midnight Blue Short Mink Jacket Size 42FR
By Yves Salomon
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Salomon midnight blue short mink jacket with three press studs. Two slit pockets at the front
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70s White Mink Short Sleeved Jacket
Located in Gresham, OR
Great sporty 70s cream colored mink vest/jacket with cap sleeves and cropped length. Small leather
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Fendi Sheared Mink Fur Short Bolero Jacket 1980s
By Fendi
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Fendi fur short jacket vintage 80s. Label "Fendi Roma 1925". Beautiful bolero flared jacket, button
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1980s Italian Bolero Jackets

Roberto Cavalli short jacket 2010s
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ROBERTO CAVALLI - (Made in Italy) Short jacket in shiny sky-blue mink and chinchilla interlaced
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2010s French Jackets

1960's Christian Dior Brown Mink Jacket
By Christian Dior
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Beautiful 1960's Christian Dior Original brown mink short jacket made for prominent Canadian luxury
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F/2014 look # 9 NEW VERSACE EMERALD MINK and RACCOON FUR JACKET 44 - 8
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Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Collection Fall/Winter 2014 look # 9 Short Emerald color Mink and Raccoon jacket
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2010s Italian Jackets

1960's Luxurious Ivory-White Mink Fur Portrait-Collar Cropped Bolero Cape Jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An extraordinary, ivory-white colored genuine mink-fur from the high-end boutique "Montaldo's
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1960s American Capes

Vintage Cream Soft Mink Stole
Located in Port Hope, ON
Delicate white mink stole designed for a famous socialite in Monaco, It has small short sleeves
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Short Jacket In Tawny Mink Choker
Located in Paris, FR
Short jacket in tawny mink choker, without mark, lined with a satin gold, corresponds to the size
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2010s French Coats and Outerwear

Oleg Cassini 50s Honey Mink Short Jacket --Luxurious!
By Oleg Cassini
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 1950s Oleg Cassini honey colored mink jacket with luxurious collar and gathering in the
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Dark mink fur cropped jacket 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elegant rich dark mink fur evening jacket, perfect for a special event or wedding...Short cropped
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1950s American Coats and Outerwear

1970's Jeanne Lanvin Iconic Silk & Mink Fur Haute-Couture Gown
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
silk and genuine mink-fur, is a statement dress. I love the beautiful mix of textures and regal russian
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1970s French Skirt Suits

Philipp Plein Couture Fur Coat
By Philipp Plein
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Philipp Plein - Short jacket made of light mink and white lace strips. Size 36FR. Additional
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Early 2000s Coats

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Located in Alford, MA
Short jacket in ivory ribbon with matching mink collar, A coordinating mink collar adorns this
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Located in Rockwood, ON
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Located in London, GB
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Located in Yucca Valley, CA
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By Nina Ricci
Located in Palm Beach, FL
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Short Mink Jacket For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary short mink jacket for your needs in our varied inventory. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning black, brown, gray and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a short mink jacket 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. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Blackglama, Alexander McQueen and Bally each produced a popular version that is worth a look. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Short Mink Jacket?

Prices for a short mink jacket can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $345 and can go as high as $19,736, while, on average they fetch $2,423.

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 Short Mink Jacket
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A short sleeve jacket is also called a normal sleeve jacket. It is an outer garment worn on the upper body outside a shirt or blouse to keep one warm. It varies in length and may or may not have a fastening in the front. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer short sleeve jackets from top fashion brands.

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