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1940s Vintage Skirt in Patchwork Color block Print from Gilbert Adrian Collector
1940s Vintage Skirt in Patchwork Color block Print from Gilbert Adrian Collector

1940s Vintage Skirt in Patchwork Color block Print from Gilbert Adrian Collector

Located in Portland, OR

We acquired this incredibly beautiful rayon 1940s vintage long skirt from an estate that also had 3 Gilbert Adrian vintage dresses. We would not be surprised if this was designed by...

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1940s American Skirts

Adrian 1940s Cubist Inspired Black/White Gown w/ Sequin Blocks
Adrian 1940s Cubist Inspired Black/White Gown w/ Sequin Blocks

Adrian 1940s Cubist Inspired Black/White Gown w/ Sequin Blocks

By Adrian

Located in Gresham, OR

1940s Adrian black and white color-block rayon crepe gown with capelet back, slash detail and geometric sequin blocking.

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1940s American Evening Gowns

1940s Multi Color Blocking Silk Dress
1940s Multi Color Blocking Silk Dress

1940s Multi Color Blocking Silk Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1940s silk dress in pink, black grey and purple silk dress. Soft padded shoulder and button in front. sash belt. some stains see image attached Bust: 36 inches / Waist: 27 inches / D...

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940s 40s Asymmetric Black Red Pink Color Block Dress + Belt
Vintage 1940s 40s Asymmetric Black Red Pink Color Block Dress + Belt

Vintage 1940s 40s Asymmetric Black Red Pink Color Block Dress + Belt

Located in Sparks, NV

Fantastic 1940s black dress with a pink and red inset pleat. Pink and red trimmed decorative buttonholes on the breast of the dress. Plunging-V neckline. Unlined with side zip closur...

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1940s American Day Dresses

Vintage 1940's New York Creation Taupe Block-Color Crepe Belted Maxi Dress Gown
Vintage 1940's New York Creation Taupe Block-Color Crepe Belted Maxi Dress Gown

Vintage 1940's New York Creation Taupe Block-Color Crepe Belted Maxi Dress Gown

By New York Creation

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A stunning "New York Creation" pinky-taupe rayon crepe gown from the early 1940's Old Hollywood era of glamour. A true dream dress! The elegant bodice has classic short sleeves with ...

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1940s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1940's Audrey Alan Blue & Brown Block-Color Deco Wool Belted Jacket Skirt Suit
1940's Audrey Alan Blue & Brown Block-Color Deco Wool Belted Jacket Skirt Suit

1940's Audrey Alan Blue & Brown Block-Color Deco Wool Belted Jacket Skirt Suit

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This stunning 1940's Audrey Alan Original two-piece ensemble is fashioned in turquoise blue and chocolate brown lined virgin-wool. The fabric itself is a masterpiece; vertical woven ...

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1940s American Coats and Outerwear

1940's Carlane Pink & Navy Block-Color Deco Wool Hourglass Jacket Skirt Suit
1940's Carlane Pink & Navy Block-Color Deco Wool Hourglass Jacket Skirt Suit

1940's Carlane Pink & Navy Block-Color Deco Wool Hourglass Jacket Skirt Suit

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This stunning 1940's Carlane Originals two-piece ensemble is fashioned in blush pink and navy Forstmann virgin-wool. The fabric itself is a masterpiece; vertical woven wool that seem...

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1940s American Skirt Suits

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From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale 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 John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren 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 Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

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