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1950s Gold Lame

Gold Lame Pin Up suit , 1950s.
Gold Lame Pin Up suit , 1950s.

Gold Lame Pin Up suit , 1950s.

Located in New York, NY

Not intentionally designed for swimming but more for cocktails under the cabana. Pieced gold lame sections slim the waist. Button accented straps and racy industrial back zipper.

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1950s American Beachwear

1950s Corona Vienna Gold Green and Red Paisley Lame Dress
1950s Corona Vienna Gold Green and Red Paisley Lame Dress

1950s Corona Vienna Gold Green and Red Paisley Lame Dress

Located in London, GB

The silk lame fabric is of a very high quality; decadent gold lame is interwoven with a glossy silk-satin.

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1950s Austrian Cocktail Dresses

New Gold Lamé Opera-Length Arm Warmer Fingerless Gloves, Orig Pkg – S, 1950s
New Gold Lamé Opera-Length Arm Warmer Fingerless Gloves, Orig Pkg – S, 1950s

New Gold Lamé Opera-Length Arm Warmer Fingerless Gloves, Orig Pkg – S, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Need a statement accessory to elevate your basic black dress into a showstopper? These gloves will do it, and still leave you full dexterity so you need not remove them to eat, drink...

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1950s Hong Kong Gloves

Green Patchwork Bed Cover with Peacocks and Elephants, 20th Century
Green Patchwork Bed Cover with Peacocks and Elephants, 20th Century

Green Patchwork Bed Cover with Peacocks and Elephants, 20th Century

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Details Origin: India Period: Mid-20th Century Materials: Vintage 1950s silk saris with gold lamé threadwork; black linen backing Motifs: Peacocks and elephants Dimensions: 106 ...

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20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Quilts and Blankets

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Silk

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1950's Gold Lame Hat Decorated with Faceted Jet Glass and Yellow Glass Stones
1950's Gold Lame Hat Decorated with Faceted Jet Glass and Yellow Glass Stones

1950's Gold Lame Hat Decorated with Faceted Jet Glass and Yellow Glass Stones

Located in New York, NY

Chic 1950's Gold Lame Beanie Trimmed with Black Satin and Black Satin Stem decorated with Jet Glass Stones and Yellow Faceted Prong Set Glass Stones.

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1950s American Hats

Vintage 1950s Gold Lamé Swim Suit
Vintage 1950s Gold Lamé Swim Suit

Vintage 1950s Gold Lamé Swim Suit

Located in San Francisco, CA

Hot as can be gold lame bathing suit with metal zipper. By Cole of California. Circa 1950. Bust:30 Was it: 28" HIp: 38" Excellent condition!

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1950s Swimwear

1950s Gold Lamé and Black Two-Piece Cocktail Dress
1950s Gold Lamé and Black Two-Piece Cocktail Dress

1950s Gold Lamé and Black Two-Piece Cocktail Dress

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Size: Top Length 22 inches

1950s Gold Lamé and Black Two-Piece Cocktail Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s custom-made two-piece cocktail dress made of a gold lamé with a black floral motif.

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1950s Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Rare 1950’s Nettie Rosenstein Gold Lame Knit Bombshell Bathing/Play Suit
Rare 1950’s Nettie Rosenstein Gold Lame Knit Bombshell Bathing/Play Suit

Rare 1950’s Nettie Rosenstein Gold Lame Knit Bombshell Bathing/Play Suit

By Nettie Rosenstein

Located in Houston, TX

Absolutely Amazing Treasure from Nettie Rosenstein This late 40's / early 50's beauty features a glimmering gold lamé fabric that immediately catches the eye. Containing boning ...

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1950s American Beachwear

1950s Gold Lame Shirtwaister Dress
1950s Gold Lame Shirtwaister Dress

1950s Gold Lame Shirtwaister Dress

Located in London, GB

Original 1950s or early 1960s lame dress in a classic shirtwaister style with two large front fastening fabric buttons, a smart double lapel collar and a three-quarter length sleeve ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Worth British Haute Couture Gold Lamé Cocktail Dress with Cape
1950s Worth British Haute Couture Gold Lamé Cocktail Dress with Cape

1950s Worth British Haute Couture Gold Lamé Cocktail Dress with Cape

By Charles Worth, Worth

Located in London, GB

This fabulous 1950s gold lamé cocktail dress is haute couture by the celebrated design house Worth, is of exceptional quality with incredible hand sewn construction.

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1950s British Cocktail Dresses

1950's John Cavanagh Couture Gold Lame Gown
1950's John Cavanagh Couture Gold Lame Gown

1950's John Cavanagh Couture Gold Lame Gown

By John Cavanagh

Located in London, GB

This stunning cocktail dress from the early 50’s is made from a gold lame jacquard woven with a tropical plant design.

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1950s British Evening Gowns

Bronze Gold Lamé Wiggle Dress With Cut Out Bow Back, 1950's
Bronze Gold Lamé Wiggle Dress With Cut Out Bow Back, 1950's

Bronze Gold Lamé Wiggle Dress With Cut Out Bow Back, 1950's

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Bronze Gold Lamé Wiggle Dress With Cut Out Bow Back, 1950's

Located in Atlanta, GA

1950's bronzed gold textured lamé wiggle dress with a sassy cut out design at the back accented by bows.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Red Sheath Dress with Beautiful Gold Lame Lace Overlay and Crimson Stones
1950s Red Sheath Dress with Beautiful Gold Lame Lace Overlay and Crimson Stones

1950s Red Sheath Dress with Beautiful Gold Lame Lace Overlay and Crimson Stones

Located in Gresham, OR

A beautiful 1950s-early 1960s deep red sheath dress with plunging décolletage, gold lame leaf-patterned overlay and scattered garnet-tone stones across the bodice.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950's Harvey Berin Beaded Gold Lame & Tulle Evening Dress
1950's Harvey Berin Beaded Gold Lame & Tulle Evening Dress

1950's Harvey Berin Beaded Gold Lame & Tulle Evening Dress

Located in New Hope, PA

Glamorous gold lame is layered with golden tulle that is appliqued with large lace bows and bouquets of flowers. These appliques are beautifully beaded with pearls and gold sequins. ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Suzy Perette Floral Gold Lame Dress
1950s Suzy Perette Floral Gold Lame Dress

1950s Suzy Perette Floral Gold Lame Dress

By Suzy Perette

Located in London, GB

Amazing 1950s vintage dress from American label Suzy Perrette with black, blue and pink floral print and textured gold lame pattern woven throughout the silk giving a very luxurious ...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Cole of California Pristine Gold Lame SwimSuit
1950s Cole of California Pristine Gold Lame SwimSuit

1950s Cole of California Pristine Gold Lame SwimSuit

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s Cole of California "Ester Williams" style silhouette gold lame stretch swimsuit with "skirted" hem and adjustable crossed straps.

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1950s American Swimwear

Christian Dior Gold Lame and Multicolored Dress, 1950s
Christian Dior Gold Lame and Multicolored Dress, 1950s

Christian Dior Gold Lame and Multicolored Dress, 1950s

By Christian Dior

Located in Austin, TX

1950s Christian Dior multi colored printed dress with gold lame.

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

New Art Deco Gold Lamé and Satin Pointed d’Orsay Stiletto Pumps – 7 AAAA, 1950s
New Art Deco Gold Lamé and Satin Pointed d’Orsay Stiletto Pumps – 7 AAAA, 1950s

New Art Deco Gold Lamé and Satin Pointed d’Orsay Stiletto Pumps – 7 AAAA, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Sometimes what a woman conceals is more important than what she reveals. This d’Orsay pump, with its peek of naked arch, demonstrates a thorough understanding of the concept and feat...

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1950s American High Heels

1950's Sequin Metallic-Gold Lame & Wool Circle-Skirt Party Dress
1950's Sequin Metallic-Gold Lame & Wool Circle-Skirt Party Dress

1950's Sequin Metallic-Gold Lame & Wool Circle-Skirt Party Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A gorgeous 1950's party dress that will light up any room! This alluring little number is made of an opulent metallic gold-lame with a feminine sequin-floral pattern woven into the f...

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1950s American Evening Dresses

1950's Bullocks Wilshire Metallic-Gold Lame Silk Hourglass Jumpsuit & Skirt
1950's Bullocks Wilshire Metallic-Gold Lame Silk Hourglass Jumpsuit & Skirt

1950's Bullocks Wilshire Metallic-Gold Lame Silk Hourglass Jumpsuit & Skirt

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Words can not describe how beautiful this 1950's Bullock's Wilshire jumpsuit ensemble is! It's fashioned from fully-lined metallic gold atomic patterned silk-lame brocade.

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1950s American Negligees

1950's Cole of California Metallic Gold Lame Plunge Pin-Up Playsuit Swimsuit
1950's Cole of California Metallic Gold Lame Plunge Pin-Up Playsuit Swimsuit

1950's Cole of California Metallic Gold Lame Plunge Pin-Up Playsuit Swimsuit

By Cole of California

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Words can not describe how beautiful this 1950's Cole of California swimsuit is. The garment is made from a high-grade early stretch silk-lame fabric that one only finds from this ti...

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1950s American Swimwear

Hannah Troy Black and Gold Lame Brocade Dress, 1950s
Hannah Troy Black and Gold Lame Brocade Dress, 1950s

Hannah Troy Black and Gold Lame Brocade Dress, 1950s

By Hannah Troy

Located in Houston, TX

This Hannah Troy dress is perfect for any season, any time of day, or any type of event! It has a fantastic fit as well! Dress is black with gold lame patterns all over the dress. ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950's Neiman Marcus Metallic-Gold Silk Lame Rhinestone Halter Swimsuit
1950's Neiman Marcus Metallic-Gold Silk Lame Rhinestone Halter Swimsuit

1950's Neiman Marcus Metallic-Gold Silk Lame Rhinestone Halter Swimsuit

By Neiman Marcus

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Words can not describe how beautiful this 1950's "Neiman Marcus" swimsuit is. The garment is made from a high-grade early stretch silk-lame fabric that one only finds from this time ...

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1950s American Swimwear

1950's Beaumelle Metallic Gold Floral Lamé Shelf-Bust Fishtail Cocktail Dress
1950's Beaumelle Metallic Gold Floral Lamé Shelf-Bust Fishtail Cocktail Dress

1950's Beaumelle Metallic Gold Floral Lamé Shelf-Bust Fishtail Cocktail Dress

By Beaumelle

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Stunning 1950's "Beaumelle" designer metallic-gold lamé bombshell cocktail dress from the Old Hollywood era of glamour!

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1950s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1950's Elizabeth Arden Couture Metallic-Gold Silk Lame Strapless Evening Gown
1950's Elizabeth Arden Couture Metallic-Gold Silk Lame Strapless Evening Gown

1950's Elizabeth Arden Couture Metallic-Gold Silk Lame Strapless Evening Gown

By Elizabeth Arden, Ferdinando Sarmi

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Breathtaking metallic gold & champagne silk-lame gown created by Italian designer Fernando Sarmi when he was head designer for Elizabeth Arden in the 1950's.

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1950s American Evening Gowns

1950's Ceil Chapman Beaded Metallic Gold Lame & Silk Cocktail Party Dress
1950's Ceil Chapman Beaded Metallic Gold Lame & Silk Cocktail Party Dress

1950's Ceil Chapman Beaded Metallic Gold Lame & Silk Cocktail Party Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is such a seductive and dramatic cocktail dress from the iconic "Ceil Chapman" designer label. Perfect for any upcoming party; you can't help but feel feminine in this beauty! T...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950's Ceil Chapman Metallic-Gold Lame Ruched Hourglass Cocktail Dress w/Tags
1950's Ceil Chapman Metallic-Gold Lame Ruched Hourglass Cocktail Dress w/Tags

1950's Ceil Chapman Metallic-Gold Lame Ruched Hourglass Cocktail Dress w/Tags

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is such a seductive and dramatic cocktail dress from the iconic Ceil Chapman designer label. Perfect for any upcoming party; you can't help but feel feminine in this beauty! The...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Cole of California Gold Lamé Bathing Suit, 1950s
Cole of California Gold Lamé Bathing Suit, 1950s

Cole of California Gold Lamé Bathing Suit, 1950s

By Cole of California

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Cole of California Gold Lamé Bathing Suit.

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1950s Swimwear

1950s Lanvin Haute Couture Green Silk and Gold Lamé Pleated Gown
1950s Lanvin Haute Couture Green Silk and Gold Lamé Pleated Gown

1950s Lanvin Haute Couture Green Silk and Gold Lamé Pleated Gown

By Lanvin Paris

Located in London, Chelsea

Label / Designer: Lanvin Period: Late 1950’s Origin: France Materials: Gazar; Gold Lamé Condition: Excellent Measurements (approximately) Length: 138.5cm / 54.5’’ Bust: 97cm /...

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1950s French Evening Gowns

1950s Emma Domb Black Lace with Gold Lamé Floral Design Cocktail dress
1950s Emma Domb Black Lace with Gold Lamé Floral Design Cocktail dress

1950s Emma Domb Black Lace with Gold Lamé Floral Design Cocktail dress

By Emma Domb

Located in San Francisco, CA

Late 1950s Emma Domb black lace cocktail dress with interwoven gold lamé thread in an intricate floral design throughout the bodice and skirt.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Hattie Carnegie 1950s Vintage Dress Gold Metallic Lame Blue Floral Evening Gown
Hattie Carnegie 1950s Vintage Dress Gold Metallic Lame Blue Floral Evening Gown

Hattie Carnegie 1950s Vintage Dress Gold Metallic Lame Blue Floral Evening Gown

By Hattie Carnegie

Located in Portland, OR

This is a stunning rare vintage Hattie Carnegie formal evening gown from the 1950's! The shimmery metallic silk brocade fabric is covered with large dark mauve and tiny aqua flowers....

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1950s American Evening Gowns

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Located in Water Mill, NY

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By Oscar De La Renta

Located in London, GB

In the review for Oscar De La Renta’s Fall 2011 collection, Vogue picked up on the designer’s spellbinding exuberance. Appearing on the Fall 2011 runway, this incredibly detailed max...

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2010s American Evening Dresses

Vintage 1930's Chartreuse Lamé Green Evening Gown US 2 UK 6
Vintage 1930's Chartreuse Lamé Green Evening Gown US 2 UK 6

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...

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1930s Evening Gowns

Will Steinman New Look Pink Blue Strapless Back Bow Ballerina Dress - XS, 1950s
Will Steinman New Look Pink Blue Strapless Back Bow Ballerina Dress - XS, 1950s

Will Steinman New Look Pink Blue Strapless Back Bow Ballerina Dress - XS, 1950s

By Will Steinman

Located in Tucson, AZ

Pure spun-sugar perfection, right down to the cotton candy colors. Visible beneath the silver lattice-embroidered top skirt, the ruffled attached petticoat provides volume enough to ...

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1950s American Ballerina Dresses

Art Deco 'Flapper' Beaded Cocktail Dress
Art Deco 'Flapper' Beaded Cocktail Dress

Art Deco 'Flapper' Beaded Cocktail Dress

Located in Sharon, CT

Offering an Extraordinary Art Deco 1920's Couture Black Silk Crepe Beaded 'Flapper' Cocktail Dress. With extreme deco scalloped hem.

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1920s American Cocktail Dresses

Museum Chanel Vintage F/W 1996 Gold Brocade Mughal Jeweled Gripoix 96A Jacket
Museum Chanel Vintage F/W 1996 Gold Brocade Mughal Jeweled Gripoix 96A Jacket

Museum Chanel Vintage F/W 1996 Gold Brocade Mughal Jeweled Gripoix 96A Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This exceptional Chanel Fall/Winter 1996 gold jacket is a rare masterpiece inspired by Coco Chanel’s fascination with Orientalism in the 1930s. Featuring a structured Mandarin collar...

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1990s French Jackets

Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960
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Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960

Located in University City, MO

Unique thespian needlepoint comedy and tragedy handbag The stylish large scale retro handbag is designed with comedy and tragedy mask on both exterior sides The theatrical ma...

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1960s American Novelty Bags

1940s Lilli Ann Silk Jacket with Elaborate Detail
1940s Lilli Ann Silk Jacket with Elaborate Detail

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By Lilli Ann

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous beige and grey silk and wool fitted 1940's jacket from Lilli Ann. The double breasted jacket has a winged front collar, long sleeves with fold back cuffs and front self c...

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1940s American Double-Breasted Jackets

1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves
1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves

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...

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1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim

By Jean Patou

Located in Sparks, NV

Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...

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1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff Couture Ball Gown in Deep Teal Silk
1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff Couture Ball Gown in Deep Teal Silk

1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff Couture Ball Gown in Deep Teal Silk

By Irene Scharaff

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff couture ball gown in deep mauve and teal silk tulle and horsehair : Irene Sharaff, 5-time Academy Award Winner for costume design, made this go...

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1950s American Ball Gowns

1996 AZZEDINE ALAIA black beaded and micro sequined dress
1996 AZZEDINE ALAIA black beaded and micro sequined dress

1996 AZZEDINE ALAIA black beaded and micro sequined dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Jet-black beaded and micro-sequined mini dress designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1996. Dress is labeled a size S. Length is approximately 33" long. Width is very stretch...

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Vintage 1950's coral tulle dress 1950's layered tulle sweetheart  UK 4 US 0

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Located in Nashville, TN

A favourite! This original 1950's tulle dress in the most breathtaking shade of coral tulle, embellished with trailing silk velvet and rayon corsage flowers, is a truly breathtaking ...

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1960s Joseph Magnin Gold + Chartreuse Green Silk Brocade 60s Vintage Shift Dress

1960s Joseph Magnin Gold + Chartreuse Green Silk Brocade 60s Vintage Shift Dress

By Joseph Magnin Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous 1960s JOSEPH MAGNIN gold and chartreuse green metallic silk shift dress! Features a striking print, with an incredible fit! Fitted bodice, with a straight skirt. Full metal ...

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By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Nice, FR

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1950s Gold Lame For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary 1950s gold lame for your needs in our varied inventory. Many people prefer Brown, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gold, Beige and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect 1950s gold lame may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 20th Century, can also be found on the site. An accessory like this designed by Beaumelle, Ceil Chapman and Christian Dior — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a 1950s Gold Lame?

On average, a 1950s gold lame on 1stDibs sells for $750, while they’re typically $129 on the low end and $6,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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