An Emerald green crepe and lace evening dress- France Circa 1940
Located in Toulon, FR
France Emerald green crepe evening dress with lace inserts dating from the 1940s. Long dress with puffed sleeves and bib effect.
An Emerald green crepe and lace evening dress- France Circa 1940
Located in Toulon, FR
France Emerald green crepe evening dress with lace inserts dating from the 1940s. Long dress with puffed sleeves and bib effect.
Scarlett Red John Galliano Crepe Silk Blend Long sleeve 1940’s style Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
A beautiful John Galliano silk dress featuring signature bias-cut drapery, asymmetric collar line, long sleeves, slightly nipped waistline and a concealed zip up side closure. Measu...
Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress with belt in the same fabric.
1940S Black Rayon Crepe Long Sleeve Dress With Lace Insertion & Pin Tucked Bodi
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully hand finished and detailed inside and out. 1940S Black Rayon Crepe Long Sleeve Dress With Lace Insertion & Pin Tucked Bodice
Ceil Chapman Long Pink Silk Floral Print Drape Waist Gown , Circa 1940's
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage multi-colored silk floral print gown by Ceil Chapman, from 1940s. The gown has a square neckline, short sleeves, self belted waist, an off-center bow at the bust, d...
A Couture Evening dress by Maison Paquin/Antonio Del Castillo - France C. 1949
By Jeanne Paquin
Located in Toulon, FR
A long dress with the neo-classical drape typical of this period, as Madame Grès used the same type of jersey.
1940S Peach Silk Crepe De Chine Long Sleeve Dress With Hand Smocked Detailing
Located in New York, NY
1940S Peach Silk Crepe De Chine Long Sleeve Dress With Hand Smocked Detailing XL
"Symbolist woman" : Straight wood carved sculpture - Circa 1940
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Unique wood sculpture showing a long dressed 1940'S style woman stretching out arms "Symbolism" influence Circa 1940-50 Dimensions Height cm x Width cm x Depth cm Good conditio...
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1940s Gilbert Adrian Inspired Black Silk Long Dress with Wheat Sheaf Print
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Very beautiful black silk maxi dress with all over large yellow and gold wheat sheaf print dates from the 1940s and was clearly inspired by both Schiaparelli in its long lean silhoue...
FINAL SALE Vintage Embroidered Hand-Made 1940's Black Gown with Long Train
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage gown is a rare and beautiful piece. It is made from an embroidered fabric with small holes. It does not have any labels but the fabric feels like a kind of rayon. Fits l...
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Size: Equivalent to size 38 in France
An Emerald green crepe and lace evening dress- France Circa 1940
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1935-1945 France Emerald green crepe evening dress with lace inserts dating from the 1940s. Long dress with puffed sleeves and bib effect.
1940's long evening dress in multicolor check taffetas
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
1940's long evening dress in multicolor check taffetas.
1940s Long Black Crepe Dress with Sequined Florals
Located in London, GB
Amazing vintage 1940s full length black crepe dress with lovely multi-coloured floral sequin design on the sleeves and front of the attached belt. This beautiful piece has flatterin...
1940S Black Silk Faille Long Sleeve Polka Dot Beaded Cocktail Dress Gathered On
Located in New York, NY
This dress has a sexy film noir fit and is cut for a larger and curvier woman than our model here who is a size 4. 1940S Black Silk Faille Long Sleeve Polka Dot Beaded Cocktail Dress...
Yves Saint Laurent 40's Inspired Moire Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent, black moire 1940's inspired long dress, having a deep V neckline, puff sleeve at the shoulder, which ends just below the elbow.
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Size: Equivalent to size 35-36 France
A Couture Evening dress by Maison Paquin/Antonio Del Castillo - France C. 1949
By Jeanne Paquin
Located in Toulon, FR
A long dress with the neo-classical drape typical of this period, as Madame Grès used the same type of jersey.
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Size: Equivalent to size 35-36 France
A Couture Evening dress by Maison Paquin/Antonio Del Castillo - France C. 1949
By Jeanne Paquin
Located in Toulon, FR
A long dress with the neo-classical drape typical of this period, as Madame Grès used the same type of jersey.
1940s Long Pleated Black Crepe Dress
Located in London, GB
Beautiful and original 1940s mid-weight black crepe dress with cross over diagonal pleating on the bodice and hips. This is a fantastic understated vintage gown, asymmetric in style...
1940s Black Crepe Long Sleeve Chic Asymmetrical Peplum Vintage 40s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1940s black crepe long sleeve vintage 40s asymmetrical peplum dress!
1940's Romantic Gothic Black Maxi
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk 1940's maxi dress with lovely long lines. It is an interesting interplay of demure and sexy.
1940s Teal Satin Cheongsam Long Sleeve Robe Coat with Embroidery
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1940s Teal Satin Chinese cheongsam long sleeves robe coat with birds, crescent moon, bamboo and tree branches embroidery in Frog button closures and satin sash or belt. Robe or Coat ...
Mac Tac of Paris grass green lotus flower hip gather jersey maxi dress 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mac Tac of Paris grass green floral hip gather jersey maxi dress 1970s...Form fitting silky nylon jersey (feels silky) in a take on the 1940s...Long sleeve dress is pull on style wit...
Ceil Chapman Black Embellished Long Sleeve Dress C. 1940's-1950's
By Ceil Chapman
Located in New York, NY
VINTAGE GRACE NY Ceil Chapman Black Embellished Long Sleeve Dress c. 1940's-1950's. Ceil Chapman, renowned as Marilyn Monroe's go to fashion designer, achieved fame in the 1940s and...
1940s Vintage White Long Komon Kimono
Located in Milan, Italy
1940s This vintage komon kimono has a white color with seashells print, made in silk and has the red edge of the lining, sleeve to a married woman and fully lined, without Obi. Good...
1940's Metallic-Gold Beaded Black Crepe Cut-Out Long Sleeve Hourglass Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is impeccably seamed and on the level of modern day couture. Here is a dress with attitude and elegant. Measurements Bust:41-42 inches Waist:32 inches Hips:44 inches Total L...
Numbered 1940s John Lewis Vintage Dress Long Black Velvet Evening Gown Fur Trim
Located in Portland, OR
This is a 1943 vintage black velvet dress that was purchased at John Lewis & Co on Oxford Street in London. The dress buttons up the front with covered buttons and has pretty whi...
Floral Cotton Voile Afternoon Dress, 1930s
Located in New York, NY
Charming one piece printed cotton voile day dress with faux peplum and self belt. Draped neckline and trapunto stitched origami belt. Soft cheese-clothy semi sheer weave and watercol...
John Galliano F/W 1989 "Nancy Cunard" Documented High Neck Bias-Cut Evening Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Paris, FR
Excellent condition Documented on the runway Features a flared hem, Floor length Size UK8
1970s Victoria Royal Kelly Green + White Abstract Floral Sequined Chiffon Gown
By Victoria Royal
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 1970s VICTORIA ROYAL kelly green and white abstract floral sequined gown / maxi dress! Printed throughout the dress, sleeves, trim and cuffs. Hundreds of hand-sewn li...
Vintage 1930s floral print rayon dress front day dress US 6 UK 10
Located in Nashville, TN
This wonderful 1930's floral print 1930's rayon dress in a palette of pinks, purples, whites and greys set against a simple white background, is a wonderful statement piece to add to...
$375Sale Price|50% Off
Roland Klein for Bergdorf Goodman early 1980's Sexy Red Dress
By Roland Klein
Located in New Hope, PA
Roland Klein began working under marc Bohan at Dior in the early 1960's, he then worked as Karl Lagerfeld's assistant at Patou. In 1979 he opened his own firm in London and this sexy...
John Galliano archival Crystal draped evening gown
By John Galliano
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare John Galliano archival Crystal draped evening gown. Size 36 FR (it can fit US 0/2) amazing piece!
Galanos Spring 1972 Red Silk Chiffon Layered Dress with Flower Appliqué
By Galanos for Amelia Gray, Galanos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A James Galanos masterpiece from his Spring 1972 collection with beautiful runway documentation. This elegant dress was for his exclusive collaboration with the Beverly Hills luxury...
Victoria Royal 1960s Kelly Green Silk Satin Sequined + Beaded Vintage Gown Dress
By Victoria Royal
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage 60s VICTORIA ROYAL Couture Kelly green full length evening gown! Fitted bodice features thousands of hand-sewn sequins and beads throughout. Metal zipper at each ...
$4,860
Size: approx. FR40/42
Jean Dessès haute couture emerald and gold silk brocade evening dress, c. 1962
By Jean Dessès
Located in London, GB
Presenting an exquisite haute couture evening gown by the legendary Jean Dessès, a true marvel from the fashion realm, dating back to the illustrious era of 1962. Prepare to be capti...
1980s SANT ANGELO red stretch dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in Austin, TX
1980s Sant Angelo red velvet stretch dress measurements taken un-stretched 10" bust, 10.5" waist, 48" length mannequin is a US sz 6 fits sz 0-8 US
Vintage 1930's Chartreuse Lamé Green Evening Gown US 2 UK 6
Located in Nashville, TN
This mesmerising 1930's chartreuse green and brown botanical print dress with gold lamé thread accents, is a rare piece to behold Her rounded neckline is framed by a soft turned dow...
$19,577
Size: FR38 - UK10
John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Crafted from crimson crepe-back satin, with alternating panels that highlight both the satin sheen and crepe texture ▪ D...
Vintage 1940's Silk Tiered Wildflower Print Gown UK 12 US 8
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the darkest shade of black crepe silk, with a brightly coloured watercolour style floral pattern of wild flowers and tulips, this original 1940's tiered gown, is sure to ...
Vintage 1950s Rose and Sequin Print Dress Cocktail Dress US 4 UK 8
Located in Nashville, TN
A beauty to behold, rendered in the softest shade of grey with a pattern of brushstroke roses in a greyscale palette and pink accents, this original 1950's polished cotton dress, is ...
$6,750
Size: FR 36 - UK 8 - US 6
Jean Paul Gaultier red silk dress with built-in cone bra and corset, fw 2010
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
▪ Jean Paul Gaultier red silk dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2010 ▪ Built-in corset and cone bra ▪ Wide-cut open sleeves ▪ Corset lace fastening at the back ▪ FR 36 - UK 8 - US 6 ▪ Made in I...
1970's HALSTON green silk bias cut handkerchief hem dress with wrap & scarf
By Halston
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning dark green silk mousseline designed by Roy Halston dress dating to the 1970's. Cut with a plunging neckline and fine spaghetti straps, the dress falls in soft layers with an...
1960s Vintage Black Satin Floral Brocade Cocktail Dress with Box Pleats
Located in Sparks, NV
Simple and chic 1960s vintage cocktail dress with short sleeves and box pleats. Partially lined with rear metal zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust measures...
Dolce & Gabbana Midnight-Black Body-Hugging Spandex Built-In Bra Evening Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in New York, NY
Dolce & Gabbana body-hugging midnight-black evening dress is fully lined with their signature leopard print. This wonderful evening dress has a matching built-in bra for a "pe...
$1,745
Size: Medium / Large
Rare 1960s Norman Norell Navy Blue + Ivory Vintage 60s Belted Smoking Jacket
By Norman Norell
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare historical piece of fashion from the brilliant NORMAN NORELL! Navy blue wool body, with any ivory satin shawl collar, sleeve cuffs, buttons, pockets and sash belt. Buttons are n...
1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves
Located in Sparks, NV
Flattering vintage 1940s cocktail dress in black velvet with a draped collar and 3/4 length sleeves. Unlined with side metal zip closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust meas...
Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet beaded Gown, Halter Top Bodice 6
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a sexy evening gown from Oscar de la Renta. It is made of black velvet and has a fully beaded bodice. It is a halter style top, that crosses in the back. The skirt is slit up...
Midnight Black Fully Lined Silk Chiffon Beaded Evening Top
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully elegant midnight black fully lined silk chiffon beaded evening top features an invisible side zipper measuring 11 inches with hook & eye. The length measures 2...
Comme des Garçons Spring 2008 Blue Gingham Chiffon Ruffled Bolero
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo Comme Des Garcons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rei Kawakubo for Comme des Garçons Ready-to-Wear Spring 2008 navy blue gingham heavily ruffled bolero. This playful piece will strike CdG collectors as visually similar to the iconic...
1940's Wool Skirt Suit
Located in Geneva, CH
Light blue 1940’s wool skirt suit with rhinestones and studs on the collar and pockets. Fully lined. Note : none rhinestones and studs are missing. Fits approx. : US 4-6 / FR 38 ...
New Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Black Silk Gown with Leather Tie It. 44
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Silk Gown Fall/Winter 2002 Collection Designer size 44 If you're looking for that incredible dress that Helen Hunt wore at the Oscars and one of the models i...
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania early 2000s fuchsia pink peplum corseted `top
By Vivienne Westwood, ANGLOMANIA by VIVIENNE WESTWOOD
Located in PARIS, FR
Vivienne Westwood (from the Anglomania line) fuchsia pink peplum corseted top from the early 2000s. This design was presented by Vivienne Westwood for the first time in the late 90s,...
Lillie Rubin New 1950s Silk Damask Dress and Mink Collar Coat Set
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Water Mill, NY
A rare, new 1950s dress and coat set from Lillie Rubin in a black silk damask flower pattern. The dress is semi fitted with a matching belt, a bateau neckline, and a straight skirt. ...
$1,815
Size: UK 8 - 10 / S-M
Museum Worthy 1988 Vivienne Westwood Corseted White Bustier - Corset Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
An incredibly Rare 1988 Vivienne Westwood jacket from the ‘Britain must go Pagan’ collection. The jacket features a boned corset like silhouette. With nipped waistline, deep plunged ...
1970's Sonia Rykiel Wool Tweed Six Pocket Coat and Matching Trousers
By Sonia Rykiel
Located in New Hope, PA
A soft grey wool tweed is used for this coat and pant ensemble from Sonia Rykiel. The coat has six patch pockets, a functional and decorative element. There are grey buttons and bou...
ZIMMERMANN green polyester 2024 PLEATED MIDI Dress 0 XS
By Zimmermann
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Zimmermann dress in green plissé pleated polyester (100%). Features a fit-and-flare silhouette with elegant midi length, a plunging V-neckline with optional closure, a...
1940S Black Sheer Nylon & Lace Fitted Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Black Sheer Nylon & Lace Fitted Cocktail Dress
Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Coat with Embroidery and Pockets
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Unique hand made one- off a kind vintage colorful robe manteau. We offer more excluisive items, view our frontstore Embroidered with sequins and vintage Indian pieces gold brocade...
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