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...
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...
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...
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...
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...
1940s Moire Opera Coat
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black moire full length opera coat. It has 15 round self covered buttons and loops closing up the front and an A line skirt portion. It is lined in black and has front a...
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 ...
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. ...
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small
Donald Brooks Unworn Vintage 1970s Hand Painted Tulle Embroidered Dress
By Donald Brooks
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely incredible unworn vintage Donald Brooks dress in hand-painted hand-embroidered tulle that just glows with different layered colors. Stunning design and colors! One of the ...
Art Deco Silk Chiffon Chevron Lace Day Dress
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco Silk Chiffon Chevron Lace Day Dress from the 1930's. Navy silk chiffon bias cut bodice with striped lacey mesh inserts flowing into full ballon sleeves. 2 large inv...
1940S Black Sheer Nylon & Lace Fitted Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Black Sheer Nylon & Lace Fitted Cocktail Dress
White wedding ( or evening) dress CHRISTIAN DIOR by Maria-Grazia Chiuri
By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White wedding ( or evening) dress. No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Button and buttonhole closure on the cuffs and...
1990s Richard Tyler Couture Size 6 Cranberry Red Burgundy Sequin Vintage Gown
By Richard Tyler, Richard Tyler Couture
Located in San Diego, CA
Phenomenal 90s RICHARD TYLER COUTURE cranberry red / burgundy / maroon fully sequined and beaded silk chiffon evening dress! Features thousands of vibrant hand-sewn sequins and beads...
Ruby red satin wrapped shirt ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Ruby red satin wrapped shirt . Hidden snap closure on the cuffs. SAMPLE SIZE 36
White jersey draped backless dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White jersey draped backless dress. Main fabric composition: 96% rayon, 4% elastane. Tied behind the neck. Front lenght = 124cm Back lenght = 155cm SIZE 36
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...
$707
Size: 44IT/40FR but fits like a 38FR
John Galliano Deep Bordeaux Beaded Bustier Tube Dress - Circa 2007
By John Galliano
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
A sophisticated and sultry archival piece from John Galliano, dating to the mid-2000s (circa 2007). This tube-style cocktail dress is rendered in a rich, dark bordeaux satin-finish f...
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