Timeless Vixen

Undiminished by time, this epic 1930's ivory crème couture bias-cut gown still casts its magical spell. This exceptional French beauty is a rare deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum...

An incredibly gorgeous, unbelievably rare Jeanne Lanvin haute couture sculpted liquid silk-satin hourglass archival gown dating back to fall-winter 1949. Lanvin was recognized for he...

A totally breathtaking and highly coveted Christian Dior midnight navy blue silk bias-cut slip gown dating back to John Galliano's epic spring/summer 1998 collection. These early exa...

A well documented and highly coveted Gianni Versace chartreuse green off-shoulder hourglass gown dating back to his iconic 1995 fall-winter collection. Versace’s creations were enjoyed by the super wealthy but his impact was felt across a wider section of society. Stylistically accessible and instantly recognizable, Versace’s fearless designs came to epitomize the 1990's. This seductive show-stopper, runway look #38, was photographed on Shalom Harlow, Linda Evangelista, Karen Mulder and Iman. Talk about serious supermodel style! The gorgeous garment features high-quality chartreuse green stretch silk which has been skillfully pleated around the bodice. From the optional off-shoulder design to the figure flattering hourglass skirting, the workmanship is wearable art at it's finest. This archival lifetime Gianni Versace gown would make an unforgettable red carpet or wedding guest look. Measurements (varies a bit due to stretch silk) Bust: 32-36 inches Waist: 26-30 inches Hips: up to 39 inches Total Length: 58 inches This well documented 1995 Gianni Versace runway gown...

This ultra rare, magnificent midnight blue silk bias-cut gown, dating back to Karl Lagerfeld's dreamy 2002 Cruise Collection, is a perfect example of why this fashion house has a wor...

A highly coveted and totally ethereal Christian Dior ice-blue silk and sheer tulle bias-cut gown from John Galliano's celebrated 2004 spring-summer collection. This really is a perfe...

A highly coveted, well-documented Chanel metallic floral sheer lamé lace nude illusion gown dating back to Karl Lagerfeld's beloved 2011 pre-fall runway collection. This incredibly rare dress was look number 62, modeled by the beautiful Caroline Brasch Nielsen and has never been worn with original Chanel...

An absolutely breathtaking and highly coveted Christian Dior smoky taupe silk chiffon bias-cut gown dating back to John Galliano's epic 2006 spring/summer collection. John Galliano i...

An important and ultra glamourous 'Elizabeth the First' Bob Mackie debut label sheer black beaded nude-illusion cape gown dating back to 1969. This rare label is from a very short-lived Beverly Hills boutique that he started with partners Ray Aghayan and costume designer Elizabeth Courtney...

An absolutely breathtaking, well-documented Jean Dessès attributed pale pink ruched silk-chiffon goddess gown dating back to his 1958 spring/summer collection. This incredible dress was sold at Gandini which acted as a couture retailer authorized to sell Paris haute couture for clients who couldn't travel to Paris for multiple fittings. Along side Christian Dior and Chanel, Jean Dessès is one of the most important designers of the 20th century and was a designated Haute Couture house under the official Chambre Syndicale de la Couture. Fashioned from exquisite pale pink silk chiffon, this beauty has everything you look for when searching for this designer. The one-shoulder nipped waist bodice has fully boned corsetry with intricate hand pleating. The hourglass nipped waist flows into yards and yards of additional hand-pleating. This work must have taken weeks to complete. My favorite design element is the asymmetric draped backside. So glamourous! The craftsmanship is simply amazing; the concept reads so modern and looks sensational when you walk. A gorgeous one-of-a-kind custom couture gown that would definitely make an unforgettable bridal or red carpet look. Measurements Bust: 32-33 inches Waist: 24 inches Hips: up to 36 inches This incredibly rare Jean Dessès haute couture...

An absolutely breathtaking and ultra rare La Mendola Italian couture vibrant yellow pleated silk jersey beaded glamour gown dating back to their 1968 spring/summer collection. Though...

An iconic and absolutely breathtaking Azzedine Alaia ruby-red stretch bodycon maxi dress from his beloved 1992 spring/summer collection. This well-documented piece is definitely a lo...