1970s Knitted White Wool Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
This 1970s knitted wool maxi dress has clearly been made with love and attention by a very good home knitter.
1970s Knitted White Wool Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
This 1970s knitted wool maxi dress has clearly been made with love and attention by a very good home knitter.
70s Adolfo For Saks 5th Avenue Black Blue Flower Print Vintage 1970s Knit Dress
By Adolfo at Saks Fifth Avenue, Adolfo
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 70s ADOLFO for SAKS FIFTH AVE black and royal blue rose print long sleeve santana knit dress ! Features a tailored black bodice with slight puff sleeves. Full metal zipper ...
GIVENCHY Nouvelle Boutique c.1970's Multicolor Painterly Print Maxi Dress + Belt
By Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique c.1970's knit maxi dress. Multicolor abstract painterly print in shades of orange, gold, green, blue, purple on black sheer knit.
1970s Aztec Novelty Print Amazing Vintage 70s Knit Rope Belted Shirt Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage Aztec inspired 1970s knit belted shirt dress! Features warm tones of red, chartreuse green, navy blue and maroon throughout.
1970s Oscar de la Renta Vintage Knit Sweater Top, Skirt + Belt Dress Ensemble
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Sparks, NV
Amazing vintage 1970s knit sweater top, skirt and knit tie belt by Oscar de la Renta.
1970s Franck Olivier Vintage Bell Sleeve Sweater
By Franck Olivier
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage 1970s knit sweater top in navy blue and off white by Franck Olivier from the estate of Pamela Lewis (Jerry Lewis/ Gary Lewis).
1970's Missoni Knit Sweater
By Missoni
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Classic vintage 1970's Missoni multi colored V-neck sweater in excellent condition.
1970's Italian Black Knit Gown
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning 1970's black ribbed body-con knit gown from Italian designer Lucia Knitting Mills.
1970's COURREGES boucle knit sweater top
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black and off-white boucle knit tunic with neck tie designed by Courreges dating to the 1970's.
Long knitted cardigan LANVIN Circa 1970's
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long knitted cardigan with snap closure on the front . Pocket on both side. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
Seditionaries Vintage Late 1970’s ‘Hangman’ Knit Sweater
By Seditionaries
Located in London, GB
Vintage late 1970’s Vivienne Westwood x Malcolm Mclaren Seditionaries iconic ‘Hangman’ Knit jumper.
$245Sale Price|30% Off
1970's Marelli Camel Colour Ribbed Knit Cardigan
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970's camel colour wool ribbed knit with gold Marelli logo buttons and matching logo embroidery details at flat pockets.
1970's Ferragamo Ribbed & Cable Burgundy Knit Cardigan
By Ferragamo
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1970's burgundy wool ribbed and cable knit fitted cardigan with silver and gold plated Ferragamo logo buttons down the front.
Wool Intarsia Knit 1970's Dress, Ulla Heathcoat, UK
Located in New York, NY
Length 46" paneled dress knit. Sleeve length 18". 20" arm opening. 1970's UK.
1970'S Navy Blue Polyester Knit Men's Disco Flared Pants
Located in New York, NY
1970'S Navy Blue Polyester Knit Men's Disco Flared Pants
1970's Geoffrey Beene Gold Metallic Knit Dress w Pearls
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning 1970's gold and white metallic knit maxi dress studded with pearls on the bodice.
1970's Lanvin Poly Knit Swing Sport Dress with Matching Neckerchief
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Minimalist 1970's poly knit jersey Lanvin long sleeve swing dress with matching removable neckerchief.
Red knit wool sleeveless dress Lo Forti Import Circa 1970's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red knit wool sleeveless dress. Zip in the middle back. Opening in the middle front and decorative pockets. No lining. SIZE L
1970's Norma of Canada Multi Color Hand Knit Bomber & Hat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Cute, colorful and cozy hand knit rainbow colored bomber jacket and matching hat by Norma of Canada knits. Her boutiques were well known destinations for savvy international shoppers...
$496Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 1970’s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche brocade & knit evening jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU
This beautiful vintage piece from an exciting era of Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche is a black brocade and ribbed knit evening jacket Flattering shape and classic YSL cut with over...
1970's Rudi Gernreich Black & Creme Knit Cross Your Heart Maxi Dress
By Rudi Gernreich
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Rudi Gernreich iconic black knit w/creme trim "Cross Your Heart" dress which was designed for muse Peggy Moffat while she was pregnant.
COURREGES c.1970's Grey & White Logo Signature Print Knit Sweater Vest
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: COURREGES c.1970's Grey & White Logo Signature Print Knit Sweater Vest Circa: c.1970's Label(s): Courreges Paris Style: Sweater vest Color(s): Grey and white Lined: N...
1970's André Courreges Hyperbole Beige Knit Sleeveless Logo A-Line Dress
By Courrèges, Courreges Hyperbole
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970's Courreges Hyperbole beige wool sleeveless logo A-line dress. A classic, museum worthy piece durable enough to wear. Serial number - 065842. Designed by Andre Courreges, it f...
Vintage 1970s Adolfo Knit Dress
By Adolfo
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1970s Adolfo Knit Dress: This dress was made by Adolfo in the late 1970s (possibly as late as 1981) and I completely adore this look; it's giving a bit of of "Eloise at the P...
COURREGES c.1970-1980's Ivory Slub Knit Button-Up Long Sleeve Cardigan Sweater
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Thiensville, WI
COURREGES c.1970-1980's Ivory Slub Knit Button-Up Long Sleeve Cardigan Sweater Circa: c.1970's-1980's Label(s): Courreges Paris Style: Cardigan sweater Color(s): Ivory Lined: No M...
Knit lurex short vest with large pastel sequin and laces closure Circa 1970's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Knit lurex short vest with large pastel sequin and laces on the front SIZE S
1970s Celine Navy Cable Knit Cardigan
By Celine
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Celine navy wool cable knit sweater from the 1970s. From the Ira Berg Boutique in Toronto, Canada.
$425Sale Price|32% Off
Sonia Rykiel 1970s Navy Knit Ensemble
By Sonia Rykiel
Located in Alford, MA
1970s dress and coat ensemble in navy wool knit by Sonia Rykiel.
SYDNEY NORTH 1970's Grey Stretch Knit Cocktail Dress with Beaded Fringe Size 8
By SYDNEY NORTH
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Sydney North cocktail dress is composed of a stretch grey knit wool with metallic beaded trim. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. **Plea...
ADOLFO 1970's Black Knit Maxi Gown with Cut Out Detail Size 8 10
By Adolfo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Adolfo gown is composed of a black knit. Features a criss-cross cut out detail with a flower accent. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. **...
1970s Count Romi Red Knit Coat
By Count Romi
Located in Alford, MA
This example, from the early 1970s, is crafted of bright red wool knit and features double-breasted styling, deep patch pockets with cutout flap, and wide self belt.
Rare 1970s Sonia Rykiel Knit Hat
By Sonia Rykiel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Rare 1973 Sonia Rykiel knit head band hat in a light champagne yellow. Exposed head reminds me of a crown, great style! In many ways I see Sonia Rykiel as a woman who shook the fashi...
Silver sequin edge to edge evening jacket on a grey knit base Circa 1970's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silver sequin edge to edge evening jacket on a grey knit base. Lining probably in acetate or rayon. Split on both side, lenght: 8cm Hook&eye closure on the middle front. SIZE 38 (Fr...
1970s Yves Saint Laurent Metallic Knitted Jumper
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
A 1970s wool and metallic yarn knit jumper by Yves Saint Laurent in a khaki brown tone with accents of black.
Balenciaga Couture Wool Knit Cape, c.1970s
By Balenciaga
Located in New York, NY
Balenciaga Couture Wool Knit Cape, c.1970s 1970s Numbered "47778" Balenciaga Couture Grey Wool Knit Cape with thick self material drawstring closure at neckline.
1970s Lacoste Knit Zip Front Vintage 70s Knit Shirt Dress Khaki Striped Belted
By Lacoste
Located in San Diego, CA
⸻ Approximately Size Medium / Large ( lots of stretch ) Measurements: Bust: 38–42 inches Waist: 34–36 inches Hips: 38–40 inches Length (top back shoulder to hem): 39.5 inches ⸻ ...
1970s Shubette Teal Angel-Sleeve Knitted Jersey Dress
Located in London, GB
This dress was designed in the late 1970s by British label Shubette. Founded in London in 1913 by Jack Offenbach, the brand was beloved in the 1960s and 1970s for its playful party d...
1970s Mary Farrin Four Piece Knitted Skirt Suit
By Mary Farrin
Located in London, GB
This top, skirt, jacket and scarf ensemble was designed by London label Mary Farrin in the 1970s. Mary Farrin was known as the Queen of the Knits, even supplying Angora knits to Chri...
1970s JIKI Black Knit Dress With Beaded Sleeves
By Jiki Monte Carlo
Located in London, GB
1970's fine knit dress with cold shoulder detail.
1970s French Crochet and Chenille Red Knit Dress
Located in London, GB
1970s bright red cotton crotchet and chenille knit dress labelled Chaumiere aux Tricots Paris and Made in France.
1970s Celine Red Wool Knit Cardigan with Chains
By Celine
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970s Celine bright red ribbed wool cardigan. V neckline with large gold tone metal buttons. Patch pockets at the hips, the left (when wearing) embroidered with the classic Celine ho...
1970s Vintage Emilio Pucci Silk Jersey Knit Dress- Signed
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Sparks, NV
Rare vintage 1970s Emilio Pucci for Saks Fifth Avenue silk jersey knit dress with a signed print and short puff sleeves.
Purple Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Knitted Jacket 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in London, GB
Saint Laurent Rive Gauche purple knitted jacket with a military inspiration featuring 2 rows of gold buttons.
Mod Jersey Knit Blend Print Dress by Hermitt c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Mod silk jersey knit blend tropical print designed by Hermitt c 1970s
Callaghan Purple Cotton Knit One-Shoulder Dress, c.1970s
By CALLAGHAN
Located in Alford, MA
Callaghan mid-calf-length dress crafted of purple cotton knit featuring a unique one-shoulder design with a long, fitted torso and a full, heavily gathered skirt that falls from the ...
1970s Italian Knit Brown and Cream Polo Shirt Dress
Located in London, GB
This early 1970s silk knitted dress is a great example of high-end manufactured Italian knitwear, and was made by Avagoff.
1970S Yellow, Red Multicolored Poly/Lurex Knit Long Skirt
Located in New York, NY
1970S Yellow, Red Multicolored Poly/Lurex Knit Long Skirt
1970S Off White Poly Blend Knit Sweater Vest Top
Located in New York, NY
1970S Off White Poly Blend Knit Sweater Vest Top
1970S Metallic Gold Poly Lurex Knit Bell Bottom Pants
Located in New York, NY
1970S Metallic Gold Poly Lurex Knit Bell Bottom Pants
1970S MISSONI Cream & Green Knit Striped Polka Dot Dress
By Missoni
Located in New York, NY
1970S MISSONI Cream & Green Knit Striped Polka Dot Dress
Nina Ricci Grey Wool Knit Cocoon Coat, c.1970s
By Nina Ricci
Located in New York, NY
Nina Ricci Grey Wool Knit Cocoon Coat, c.1970s 1970s Nina Ricci Grey Cocoon Coat featuring boat neckline collar and tapered Raglan sleeves.
Diane Von Furstenberg knit blouse & skirt set, Circa 1970s
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage 70s does 30s two piece knit blouse & skirt set. short cap sleeves, deep v neck wrap blouse that ties at waist. knee length skirt with elastic waist
1970s Rudi Gernreich black and creme knit dress
By Rudi Gernreich
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
70s Rudi Gernreich V neck wool dress. Size: 2 Bust: 32"
Vintage 1970s PIERRE CARDIN Mod Knitted Fur Vest Coat
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 1970s PIERRE CARDIN Mod Knitted Fur Vest Coat Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust, waist and hips: Shoulder: 17.71 inches (45 cm) Bust: 19.68 inches (50 cm) Wai...
Vintage Halston 1970s Lilac Cashmere Knit Halter Dress, Museum-Owned
By Halston
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
A beautiful example of early 1970s Halston design, this vintage lilac cashmere knit halter dress embodies the effortless sophistication and understated luxury that made Halston one o...
$710Sale Price|20% Off
Ginger Ibiza made knit coat with exotic appliqués, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Fabulous original 70s knit coat with old snakeskin appliqués made in Ibiza. designer Ginger. Soft knit (wool blend) with supple snakeskin appliqués throughout. No closures, each sid...
1970S Blue Red & Yellow Lurex Knit Striped Turtle Neck Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970S Blue Red & Yellow Lurex Knit Striped Turtle Neck Dress
1970S ISSEY MIYAKE Black & Blue Knit Jersey Cardigan Belted Dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in New York, NY
1970S ISSEY MIYAKE Black & Blue Knit Jersey Cardigan Belted Dress
1970s Geoffrey Beene Brown and Red Knit Maxi Dress/ skirt
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Geoffrey Beene Qiana Brown burgundy red knit strapless dress with long sash. Dress can be worn as a maxi skirt. Dress has hidden pocket. Skirt is styled with Gianfranco Ferr...
Lilli Diamond Vintage 1970s Black Sequin Knit Evening Gown Size M
By Lilli Diamond
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned vintage Lilli Diamond of California evening gown, likely dating to the late 1970s. Crafted in the USA from a stretchy black knit densely covered in black sequins,...
1970s Knit Two Piece Top & Pant w/ Printed Maple Leaves
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Knit Two Piece Top & Pant w/ Printed Maple Leaves.
Susan Small 1970s Knit Maxi Long Dress Size 6/8.
By Susan Small
Located in Atlanta, GA
Susan Small 1970s casual chevron pattern long acrylic knit maxi dress is a vintage size 14 but fits like a modern USA size 6 / 8.
1970s Kansai Yamamoto Knit Dress
By Kansai Yamamoto
Located in London, GB
1970s Kansai Yamamoto Knit Dress made in Japan from wool.
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1970's Sant'Angelo Knit Fringed Dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1970's black knit long-sleeved gown from Sant'Angelo is trimmed at the sleeves and hem in long hand-knotted silk fringe.
1970's Valentino Boutique Black Knit Embellished Sweater
By Valentino
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Embellished with a diagonal stripe with flower detail, this 1970's Valentino Boutique black knit sweater is perfect for invigorating your wardrobe.
1970's Double-Knit Maxi Dress with Bell Sleeves
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a sensual and alluring, 1970's vintage, long, double-knit maxi-dress/gown, with a fitted bodice, an high asymmetrical collar, a back opening from the neckline to its waist li...
Missoni Rainbow Striped Knit Pant Suit Ensemble, Circa 1970's
By Missoni
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Missoni, circa 1970's, gold label rainbow striped knit pant suit ensemble.
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Knit Crochet Dress, 1970s
Located in Long Island City, NY
1970s Pink Knit Crochet Dress. Zip up back. Approximate Modern day size Medium 6 / 8.
Vintage 1970's Bill Gibb Metallic Knit Insect-Novelty Tassel Sweater Dress Set
By Bill Gibb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous Bill Gibb of London designer hand-knit sweater skirt set dating back to the mid-1970's.
1970s Sant Angelo Knit Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970s long sleeve full length Sant'Angelo knit dress.
1970's Halston Couture Metallic Red Sheer Lurex Knit Long-Sleeve Maxi Dress Gown
By Halston
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ultra gorgeous and highly coveted Halston couture metallic lurex knit dress ensemble dating back to the mid 1970's.
1970s Missoni Knit Cardigan with Matching Scarf
By Missoni
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Missoni Knit Cardigan with Matching Scarf featuring stripes and diamonds in purple, blue, green, and grey.
1970s Green and Pink Knit Mini Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s very soft green and pink knit cotton mini dress with enlarged collar, full length sleeves, wide cuffs, matching sash belt, and a usable patch pocket on the top of the right sle...
1970s Rudi Gernreich Shimmering Black Knit Dress
By Rudi Gernreich, Rudi Gernreich for Harmon Knitwear
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This shimmering sleeveless knee-length dress is constructed from a soft Lurex knit that is lightweight enough for a mild summer and a classic piece for your fall wardrobe. A lovely, ...
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1970s Malcolm Star Red Knit Maxi Dress
By Malcolm Starr, Rizkallah
Located in Houston, TX
Fabulous red knit maxi dress with white and red large bow is a sumptuous AND conservative beauty, but it is also amazingly comfortable! The red and white pattern can be found ar...
1970s Adolfo Black Knit Dress With Rainbow Details
By Adolfo at Saks Fifth Avenue, Adolfo
Located in Houston, TX
He went on to design couture garments in the 1970's and 1980's.
Loris Azzaro 1970s Vintage Gold Knit Chain Top
By Loris Azzaro
Located in US
Loris Azzaro 1970s Vintage Gold Knit Bead Fringe Chain Top Loris Azzaro top featured a gold metallic knit with dangling beads and chains throughout, and a gold fringed chain hem.
Holly's Harp Royal Blue Stretch Knit Ensemble, 1970s
By Holly Harp
Located in Houston, TX
Holly's Harp Deep Blue Crop Halter and Wide Leg Pants Stretchy knit, optional keyhole neckline
1970s Vintage Crissa Linea Italiana Knit Lame Maxi Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970's Vintage Crissa Linea Italiana Knit Lame Maxi Dress.
1970s Blue Palazzo and Fringe Knit Wear Jumpsuit
Located in Houston, TX
Deep indigo jumpsuit with fabulous shawl top! The jumpsuit features a loose silhouette layered under a shawl. The jumpsuit is sleeveless with a jewel neckline, and has voluminous fl...
1970s Helga Howie Knit Red/White Space Dye Dress
By Helga Howie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s Helga Howie Knit Red/White Space Dye Dress Made in USA Size label N/A All measurements taken flat: *This item has STRETCH.
1970s Adolfo Mint Green Wool Knit Skirt and Jacket
By Adolfo
Located in Houston, TX
He went on to design couture garments in the 1970's and 1980's. Jacket Measurements Skirt Measurements Length: 22" Length: 26" Bust: 36" ...
1970s Adolfo Black and Purple Knit and Silk Ensemble
By Adolfo at Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Houston, TX
This Adolfo sweater and skirt set is the perfect balance between fitted and flowing hitting all the pulse points of your figure. It features a cozy black long sleeve sweater top ado...
1970s Irene of New York Dark Grey Knit Turban
By Irene of New York
Located in Houston, TX
Classic styled turban from Irene of New York! This turban features a soft knitted fabric perfect for the fall and winter time. Hand stitched detailing and craftsmanship is found t...
1970s Adolfo Purple and Black Wool Knit Plaid Skirt Suit
By Adolfo at Saks Fifth Avenue, Adolfo
Located in Houston, TX
He went on to design couture garments in the 1970's and 1980's. Jacket Measurements Skirt Measurements Length: 25" Length:27" Bust: 36" ...
Emilio Pucci Yellow Silk Knit Abstract Olympic Print Maxi, 1970s
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Houston, TX
Ethereal 1970's Pucci Yellow Silk Knit print. The Olympic inspired print boasts abstract sportsmen/women in various stages of sport.
1970s Victor Costa Funky Blue Floral Knit Maxi Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Houston, TX
Fabulous and fun blue floral dress by Victor Costa! The dress is maxi length, with long sleeves, a low square neckline, and a high cinched waist that borders on an empire waist. The ...
1970s Lilli Ann Ivory Wool Knit Suit with Brass Trim
By Lilli Ann
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Lilly Ann Ivory-colored wool knit suit with metallic brass trim along the collar and coat edges.
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