Chloé by Karl Lagerfeld 1970's Ecru Silk 1920's Inspired Drop Waist Dress
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
is detailed with delicate early 1920's inspirations such as the drop waist silhouette, the
Chloé by Karl Lagerfeld 1970's Ecru Silk 1920's Inspired Drop Waist Dress
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
is detailed with delicate early 1920's inspirations such as the drop waist silhouette, the
1960S Multicolor Striped Polyester Piqué 1920S Style Swimsuit
Located in New York, NY
1960S Multicolor Striped Polyester Piqué 1920S Style Swimsuit
1920's Custom Black and Gold Lace Velvet Trimmed Draped Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage 1920s dress is composed of a black and gold lace which features a velvet trim. The
1920s Art Deco green metallic floral print silk lame jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Antique 1920s art deco green, yellow, orange and metallic print floral print silk lamé light jacket
Madame Eme 1920's Custom Brown Silk Gown with Boler Size Small
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Madame Eme set is composed of a brown silk and features a floral accent. There are side hook and eye closures on the dress. The bolero has an open style with draped sleeves. In ...
$1,900
H 41 in W 18 in D 12.5 in
Thonet Vienna Art Deco Bentwood Clothing Valet / Dressing Stand, Austria, 1920s
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant Art Deco gentleman’s valet or dressing stand from the 1920s, designed and crafted by
Wood, Beech, Bentwood
$2,200
H 43 in W 18 in D 12.5 in
Thonet Vienna Art Deco Bentwood Clothing Valet / Dressing Stand, Austria, 1920s
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant Art Deco gentleman’s valet or dressing stand from the 1920s, designed and crafted by
Wood, Beech, Bentwood
Muslin Long-Sleeve Black Top, 1920s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
. Top from the 1920s. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder
Exceptional 1920s Couture Black Beaded Flapper Dress
Located in London, GB
Exceptional 1920s Black fine silk chiffon plissé flapper dress with unusual handkerchief hem hand
1970s Janice Wainwright Pink and Gold 1920s Style Flapper Dress
By Janice Wainwright
Located in London, GB
1970s Janice Wainwright Pink and Gold 1920s Style Flapper Dress. This is a wonderful example of
1920s Maria Gallenga Couture Metallic Stencilled Velvet Novelty Gown
By Maria Gallenga
Located in Studio City, CA
1920's Maria Gallenga couture velvet novelty gown printed with a stenciled silver and copper/gold
1980S Black Silk Mousseline Long Sleeve 1920S Style Deco Gold & Silver Beaded C
Located in New York, NY
1980S Black Silk Mousseline Long Sleeve 1920S Style Deco Gold & Silver Beaded Cocktail Dress
$600Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 8
Vintage Richilene Leopard and Zebra Print 1980s does 1920s Flapper Style Dress
By Richard and Ilene for Richilene, Richilene
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage RICHILENE animal print silk drop waist 80s does 20s flapper style dress! Features abstracy asymmetrical prints in zebra, cheetah and leopard. Amazing pleated flutter ang...
Vintage Black Beaded and Velvet Applique Dress, Circa 1920s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a beautiful vintage dress from the 1920's. Made from a flowy black rayon, the skirt portion
$745
Size: Small - Medium
Vintage Betsey Johnson 1920s Inspired 1990s Yellow and Maroon Striped 90s Romper
By Betsey Johnson
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1990s does 1920 BETSEY JOHNSON yellow and burgundy striped romper, onesie, jumpsuit, or
1980s Does 1920s Lipstick Red Flapper Style Fully Fringed Vintage 80s 20s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible early 1980s does 1920s lipstick / cherry red fully fringed flapper style sleeveless
1960s does 1920s Bubblegum Pink + White Fringe Vintage 60s Flapper Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 60s does 20 bubblegum pink and white sleeveless flapper style fringed flapper style shift dress! Soft textured cotton, with three tiers of white fringe at the hem. Full metal...
1990s Does 1920s Black and Red Burgundy Lace Beaded Fringe Vintage Flapper Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 90s does 20s black and red / maroon burgundy lace beaded fringe short sleeve flapper dress! Features a black mesh lace with thousands of hand-sewn black sequins and beads ...
$175Sale Price / set|46% Off
H 6.5 in W 8.75 in D 1.5 in
Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Plaques Aimo Nietosvuori for Jie Verkstad, 1970s
By JIE Gantofta
Located in Miami, FL
Swedish ceramic company JIE Keramik. The plaques depict members of a family sporting 1920s-1930s clothing
Ceramic, Pottery
Unavailable
1920's-Inspired beaded sheer dress
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Excellent condition, 1920's-inspired beaded sheer dress from the 1970's. This gorgeous, top
1920's french sublime haute couture chenille embroidered batiste dress
Located in Newark, DE
Anonymous, haute couture, circa 1920- 30 Masterly crafted ivory linen batiste dress. Adorned
Unavailable
1920s Black Crochet Vintage Dress
Located in Long Island City, NY
1920s Black Crochet Dress. Approximate modern day size 2 / 4. Photos show with and without waist
Unavailable
1920s french aqua- blue silk muslin sheath
Located in Newark, DE
1920
1920s French beaded flesh- colored muslin dress
Located in Newark, DE
Anonymous, circa 1910-20 A beaded muslin dress, 1910s, the pale pink ground embroidered overall with white beaded scrolls to the hips. Thin beaded belt ties to the waist. Band f...
1920s Cauet Paris hot pink brocaded evening cape
Located in Newark, DE
CAUET , rue de la paix , circa 1920 Stunning hot pink brocaded cape with golden swirls
1920s Sheer Navy Beaded Chiffon Party Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic, 1920s midnight blue chiffon dress is embellished with a twisted, braided ribbon and
1920s French haute couture exquisite lace and silk chiffon gown
Located in Newark, DE
Attributed to the house of CHANEL, Paris,circa 1920 Exquisite nude color silk chiffon and superb
Unavailable
Size: See description measurements
Vintage 1920s Flapper Style Finely Beaded Red Silk Dress W Original Belt
Located in Portland, OR
We adore this beautiful vintage dress from the late 1970's or early 1980's, inspired by the 1920s
1920s pristine Almond green silk velvet and mongolian lamb evening cape
Located in Newark, DE
Anonyme, circa 1920, Beautiful almond green silk velvet evening cape adorned with a mongolian
Unavailable
Size: 0 - See Measurements
Vintage Jenast Paris Black and Olive Knit Wear 1920s Deco Print Skirt Set
Located in Houston, TX
Custom slinky knit skirt and blouse set with coordinating graphics! The skirt falls just below the knee, and features a crowd of flappers in blue, cream, olive, and red, with their h...
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H 29.14 in W 20.08 in
Joseph Albert Mullard (1868-c.1962) - Signed 1921 Pastel, Portrait of a Woman
Located in Corsham, GB
A detailed life drawing of a woman in 1920's clothing by well listed British artist Joseph Albert
Pastel
1920's Vintage Velvet Coat
Located in London, GB
This hip-length velvet coat features ruffled details on the sleeves and bust. It is fastened at the neck and features a peter pan-style collar. Colour: Black with green hues R...
1920's Vintage Velvet Cape
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1920s velvet cape with a beige ruffled collar, accented with a beaded detailing. The cape
1920's French coral linen dress with hand beading
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous semi sheer coral fabric with black and white beading and red trim dating to the 1920's
1980's Does 1920's Red Silk Chiffon Beaded & Sequined Dress
Located in New York, NY
1980's Does 1920's Red Silk Chiffon Beaded & Sequined Dress
1920'S Rayon & Cotton Antique Persian Metal Embroidered Folkloric Scenic Printe
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Metal Embroidered Folkloric Scenic Printed Vest
Mens Hand Woven Harris Tweed Overcoat, 1920's Style From 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Mens Hand Woven Harris Tweed Overcoat, 1920's Style From 1960's
1960's Demi Couture Yellow Silk Dress With 1920's Beading
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Created by custom couturier Rodolphe in Toronto circa 1960. A combination of 1920's bead work
1980S Mens Open Collar Linen Shirt With 1920'S "Nightlife Print"
Located in New York, NY
1980S Mens Open Collar Linen Shirt With 1920'S "Nightlife Print"
Pristine 1920's Metallic Silk Jacquard Opera Cape Coat
Located in Sparks, NV
equally beautiful opposite jacquard motive. Details: Circa: 1920's Estimated Size: One
1990S Black & Blush Pink Satin Chiffon Beaded 1920'S Flapper Style Crochet Dress
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black & Blush Pink Satin Chiffon Beaded 1920'S Flapper Style Crochet Dress
Black Cotton Swimsuit with Floral Embroidery, 1920s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare piece of fashion history to wear or to keep in your archives. 1920's black cotton bathing
1970S Men's JC Leyendecker 1920'S Art Deco Print Disco Shirt
Located in New York, NY
1970S Men's JC Leyendecker 1920'S Art Deco Print Disco Shirt
Men's Knit Red and Black Swimming Costume, 1920s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An incredible and museum-worthy piece. 1920's men's swimming costume, perhaps intended for Sutro
1920s Chinese Piano Shawl Ensemble
Located in New York, NY
to the 1940s however they were most produced and imported to the United States in the 1920s. It was
Chinese All-Over Multi-Color Hand Embroidered Silk Jacket, 1920s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible jacket from the 1920s. Black silk densely embroidered Chinese jacket probably made for
1920s silk embroidered art coat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
from the 1920s, embroidered and hand painted with surprisingly accurate renditions of the artists
Marc Jacobs Silver Lamé Inspired Dress, 1920s
By Marc Jacobs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
What a fun and modern take on the shift dresses of the 20s. Marc Jacobs incorporates a silver lame and a drop waist to give the perfect nod to an era. We can see this as an upscale n...
1980S Black & Orange Silk 1920S Style Shawl With Fringe
Located in New York, NY
1980S Black & Orange Silk 1920S Style Shawl With Fringe
1990S Black Floral Silk Chiffon Beaded 1920S Style Dress
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Floral Silk Chiffon Beaded 1920S Style Dress
1920S Champagne Silk Chiffon Art Deco Gold Beaded & Crystalized Flapper Dress W
By Comme des Garçons
Located in New York, NY
This black knit top, made by avant-garde giant Comme des Garçons, is intricately fashioned in a cable-like texture which gives the appearance of scrolling vines or window panes. The...
Vintage 1920s like Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty 1920s style cocktail dress. The dress has a v neckline with a lace skirt , central lace
Chanel 1920s style flapper dress with scarf
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
A 1990s Chanel evening dress in a 1920s flapper dress style. The dress has a drop elasticated waist
1980S Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Flapper 1920S Style Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1980S Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Flapper 1920S Style Cocktail Dress
Morphew Kaftan Tunic Dress Made from Art Deco 1920s lace
Located in New York, NY
Morphew Kaftan Tunic Dress Made from Art Deco 1920s lace
Early 1920s silk floral lame evening gown
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
From the early 1920s, a silk floral lame evening gown...In glorious amber, coral & golden shades
Vintage 1920s style velvet burnout dress, Flapper style
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage velvet burnout dress, Art Deco style it has been handmade later in the flapper style. A straight silhouette, not fitted with a dropped waist. It is made in a ric...
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H 39.5 in W 29 in D 1 in
Charles Roth 1974 Black & White 1921 Man in Suit Bowtie Aquatint Etching 40"
Located in Dayton, OH
a man in 1920's clothing with Charlie Chaplin style mustache, bow tie, and boater hat. Pencil signed
Paper
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H 17.72 in W 13.78 in D 5.52 in
Art Deco Bronze Sculpture, Dancer with Bonnet, Signed ‚Preiss‘, Germany, 20th C.
By Ferdinand Preiss
Located in Regensburg, DE
tight-fitting bonnet, which was typical of the clothing of the 1920s–30s. During the Golden Twenties
Marble, Bronze
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H 13.25 in W 11 in D 1.75 in
Pair of Italian Street Scene Paintings on Board Signed Luca Andrea Guizzardi
By Eugene Galien-Laloue
Located in Dallas, TX
scene of the 1920's with ladies in traditional clothing, cars and buildings around, and snow falling
Giltwood
1920's Vintage Astrakhan Coat
Located in London, GB
Astrakhan coat with cropped sleeves, a contrasting fur round collar and concealed hook fastening. This pieces comes with a supple dark brown lining. Returns Policy: Final Sale - N...
Embroidered Batiste and Filet 1920's Dress
Located in New York, NY
Afternoon dress from the 1920's with elaborate floral embroidery and inserts of Irish crochet work
Fabrice Vintage 1920's-Inspired Sequin + Beaded Silk Top
By Fabrice
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous 1920's-inspired ivory silk sleeveless top with elaborate hand beading and sequin design by
1920s Embroidered silk evening jacket
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embroidered black silk evening jacket from the 1920s...Banded hip length style with narrow
1960's Demi Couture Yellow Silk Dress With 1920's Beading
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Created by custom couturier Rodolphe in Toronto circa 1960. A combination of 1920's bead work
Long Cape in Chiseled Velvet in Eggplant Color, 1920's/1930's
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Not Signed - Long cape in chiseled velvet in eggplant color. No size indicated, it corresponds to a 38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder...
Top and trouser jersey ensemble with print inspired from 1920's characters
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Top and trouser jersey ensemble with print inspired from 1920's characters . Zip in the middle back
1920s Silk Burnout Velvet Coat
Located in New York, NY
1920s Silk Burnout Velvet Coat
John Galliano Black Slip Dress With 1920s Girl Pattern
By John Galliano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with 1920's girls and cupids, black lace trim, and a bow on the front. John Galliano Size 40 100
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H 43 in W 18 in D 12.5 in
Thonet Vienna Art Deco Bentwood Clothing Valet / Dressing Stand, Austria, 1920s
By Thonet, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Michael Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant Art Deco gentleman’s valet / clothing or dressing stand from the 1920s, designed and
Wood, Beech, Bentwood
1920s-1940s Sheer Cotton Floral Embroidered Boho Folk Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920s-1940s Sheer Cotton Floral Embroidered Boho Folk Dress
1920s-Inspired Vintage Art Deco Gold Sequin Kimono Jacket or Opera Coat
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s gold sequin duster with Art Deco design and "fringe" fabric trim
Amazing Vintage Samir 1970s does 1920s Gold, Silver, Bronze, Black Plisse Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
color blocks in white gold / silver, black, and bronze on the front and back. Classic 1920 silhouette in
Swee Lo Beaded Iridescent Paillette 1920s flapper style dress, 1980s
By SWEE LO
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Swee Lo Beaded Iridescent Paillette 1920s inspired dress from the 1980s marked size Large, NWT
1980s Silver Gold and Bronze Medallion Pattern 1920s Inspired Cocktail Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Silver, gold and bronze lame medallion pattern 1920s-inspired cocktail dress. Couture quality
1990s does 1920s Isaac Mizrahi Chocolate Brown Paillette Sequin Flapper Dress
By Isaac Mizrahi
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 90s does 20s ISAAC MIZRAHI chocolate brown sequined paillette encrusted silk Gatsby style flapper dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn brown paillettes in a variety of shap...
Beautiful Vintage White Sheer Pearl + Beads + Sequins Encrusted Shawl Scarf
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage white sheer oversized piano shawl / scarf! Feature thousands of hand-sewn pearl, beads, rhinestones and sequins. Pearl tassels feature pink iridescent pailliettes o...
Silk Guipure Lace Exquisite 1930s Jacket Top
Located in Water Mill, NY
An intricate, stunning, vintage beige silk lace jacket, bolero, shrug, vest in varying stitches and patterns of flowers and petals- very elaborate. The shoulders are extended forming...
Vintage 1960's silver silk rhinestone Lillie Rubin winter cocktail dress UK 12
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the most luxurious silver toned shantung silk, and embellished with silver claw set rhinestones and silver glass bugle beads in a trailing leaf pattern, finished with gre...
Museum Thierry Mugler F/W 1984 Vintage Golden Angel Starburst Lame Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This is an exceptionally rare and iconic gown from Thierry Mugler’s Fall 1984 runway collection, L’Hiver des Anges. Crafted in radiant gold silk lamé, the design is inspired by celes...
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...
Vintage Art Deco Handbag
Located in London, GB
The best things do come in small sizes. This evening bag has a gold decorative frame, with a central clasp , and internally there is one pouch pocket. Measurements: Width 6'', height...
2000's John Galliano Black Bias Cut Evening Dress w/Lace Insets & Belt
By John Galliano
Located in Studio City, CA
2000's John Galliano black sleeveless bias cut evening dress w/cowl neckline, lace insets and a detachable rhinestone buckle belt that is worn below the waistline. Fabric is an aceta...
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
$2,365
Size: Equivalent French Size 36-38
A French Carven Couture Chiffon Evening Dress numbered 11150 Circa 1960/1970
By Carven
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1960/1970 France Haute Couture evening dress from Carven House Designer in blue silk muslin from the 60s/70s. Bustier with thin straps and large low-cut neckline embroidered wi...
$10,351
Size: Approx. Small / Medium
John Galliano floral print silk chiffon drop-waist floor-length dress, fw 2008
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano silk chiffon dress ▪ A sample made for Vogue ▪ Ivory and pink floral print with mauve base ▪ Cowl neckline ▪ Rolled shoulder straps ▪ Drop waist ▪ Multiple fabric ...
Christian Dior shoes
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in Italy) Black leather and metallic pink leather pumps. Size indicated 36FR. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Heel Height : 10 cm SKU:CH26
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
By Amen Wardy, Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip closure. The marked size is 34, and the d...
Valentino Blue & Metallic Gold Lace Party Dress 2016
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a Valentino metallic blue and gold lace evening dress featuring a fitted bodice with a gathered neckline, a halter neck with grey silk ties t...
$2,995Sale Price|32% Off
Size: FR40
$4450 New Yves Saint Laurent YSL Pre-Fall 2009 Heavy Wool & Mink Coat Sz FR40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Pre-Fall 2009 Brand New Without Tags $4450 Black Wool Mid/Long Coat FR40 Mink Collar, Mink Trim on Pockets & Mink Trimmed Belted Tie Two Front Large Pockets Butt...
1950s Black Jersey & Taffeta Dress w Fringed Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Black Silk Jersey & Silk Taffeta Dress w Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt: A lovely silhouette-a body-skimming silk jersey bodice with a fringed peplum that ties at hip. Lu...
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