Valentino Black wool One Shoulder Cocktail Dress, 1980's size 8-10
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black one shoulder cocktail dress bt Valentino, from the 1980's. The dress has a wrapped
Valentino Black wool One Shoulder Cocktail Dress, 1980's size 8-10
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black one shoulder cocktail dress bt Valentino, from the 1980's. The dress has a wrapped
1980s Travilla Size 10 Black Matte Silk Jersey Rhinestone Vintage 80s Gown Dress
By Travilla
Located in San Diego, CA
condition. Marked Size US 10 Measurements: ( lots of stretch ) 36-42 inch bust 30-36 inch waist 38-46 inch
1980s Stanley Platos Martin Ross Size 10 Hearts Flowers Vintage 80s Dress
By Stanley Platos
Located in San Diego, CA
Size US 12, but fits more like a 10 Measurements: 38 inch bust 31 inch waist Up to 44 inch hips 37.5
Louis Feraud 1980s Size 10 Novelty Umbrella Print Short Sleeve Vintage Dress 80s
By Louis Feraud
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1980s LOUIS FERAUD black and white novelty umbrella print silk dress ! Features a black and
1980s Albert Nipon Size 10 Blue Silk Abstract Stiped Vintage 80s Belted Dress
By Albert Nipon
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1980s ALBERT NIPON blue abstract striped print silk belted dress ! Features a pleated
$633Sale Price|25% Off
Size: 8 / 10
Chic 1980s Silk Chiffon Size 8 / 10 Sunflower Print Turquoise Vintage 80s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
evening. In great condition Approximately Size US 8 / 10 Measurements: 36-38 inch bust 30 inch waist 44
1980s Morton Myles Size 10 Pink / Purple Fortuny Pleated Silk Beaded 80s Dress
By Morton Myles
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 80s MORTON MYLES pink / purple fortuny pleated long sleeve beaded and pearl dress
Vintage Adele Simpson I Magnin 1980s Size 10 Lipstick Red Linen Rayon 90s Dress
By Adele Simpson
Located in San Diego, CA
dress! Size 10, with a little leadway to fit a 12 as well. Red and gold buttons up the front and at each
1980s A.J. Bari Lord & Taylor Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress
By A.J. Bari, Lord & Taylor
Located in San Diego, CA
. In great condition Approximately Size US 10 / 12 Measurements: 17.5-18 inches from underarm to
Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Size 44 / US 10 Navy Blue Silk Chiffon Vintage 80s Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in San Diego, CA
condition Made in France Marked Size 44 - US 10 Measurements: 38 inch bust 32 inch waist 38 inch hips 36
1980s Geoffrey Beene Size 8 10 Avant Garde Black Purple Sequin Lace Silk Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Diego, CA
. Made in USA Marked Size US 10 Measurements: (slight stretch) 38 inch bust 30-32 inch waist 42 inch hips
VERA WANG 1980's Embellished Pink Silk Ball Gown with Gold Lace Size 10-12
By Vera Wang
Located in Los Angeles, CA
excellent vintage condition. **Please cross-reference measurements for personal accuracy. Size in
$3,895
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Black Lace Cut - Out Size 44 / 10 12 Vintage Dress + Jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in San Diego, CA
together or as separates. In great condition Made in France Marked Size French 44 ( US 10 - 12
Carolina Herrera 1980s Silk Dress Size 10.
By Carolina Herrera
Located in Atlanta, GA
Carolina Herrera 1980s red orange raw silk dress is a size 10. Ladies please grab your trusted
Nicole Miller 1980s Cotton Aesthetic Design Dress Size 10.
By Nicole Miller
Located in Atlanta, GA
Nicole Miller 1980s black cotton abstract print aesthetic design dress is labeled a size 12 but
Pierre Cardin 1980s Bow Pattern Evening Dress Size 10.
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Atlanta, GA
evening dress is labeled size 10. Ladies please grab your tape measure so you can measure your bust, waist
Louis Feraud silk navy with polka dot dress size 10, 1980s
By Louis Feraud
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Dress is lined. Original size 12 but fits more like a modern size 10 ( Please see & use measurements
Pierre Balmain 1980s Button Down Shirt Dress with Belt Size 8 / 10.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pierre Balmain 1980s grey with abstract print button up long sleeve shirt dress with belt is a size
Ungaro Floral Dress With Pockets Size 10.
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ungaro ter 1980s floral dress size 10 / 44 with pockets & tie scarf. This will fit a size 8 also
ODICINI COUTURE 1980's Heavily Embellished Gown with Full Skirt Size 10
By Odicini Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Size in description box is an estimation.
1987 Runway Chanel Black Sequin and Tulle Gown
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in Port Hope, ON
dress it is in very good condition and would make you the belle of the ball. In the 1980s this dress
Vintage Valentino Size 10 Navy Blue 1980s Short Sleeve Nautical 80s Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and classic vintage 80s VALENTINO navy blue short sleeve Size 10 peplum nautical dress
1980s Valentino Size 10 Black Beaded Feather Velvet + Silk Vintage 80s Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
timeless addition to any wardrobe. In great condition Made in Italy Approximately Size US 10 Measurements
Vintage Hanae Mori Neiman Marcus Size 8 / 10 1980s Abstract Print 80s Silk Dress
By Hanae Mori
Located in San Diego, CA
Approximately Size 8 / 10 Measurements: 36-38 inch bust 30-36 inch waist ( elastic waistband ) 40-42 inch hips
Gianni Versace for Genny 1980s Size 8 / 10 Hot Pink Linen Dress and Jacket Set
By Genny, Gianni Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
Size US 10, but could also fit a Size 8 Measurements: Dress 17 inches from underarm to underarm
1980's Donna Morgan White Crochet Lace Dress Approx. Size UK8-10
Located in London, GB
Romantic and summery 1980's white crochet lace dress by Donna Morgan. Featuring short sleeves and
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Size: Approx Size 10
1980's Sweet Red and Violet Floral Print Pleated Lightweight Dress Size UK 10
Located in London, GB
Sweet 1980's summer dress features a vibrant pillar box red chiffon fabric printed with a subtle
ALBERT CAPRARO-1980s Lilac Net Formal, Size-10
By Albert Capraro
Located in Dallas, TX
Fantastic 1950s retro formal from the 1980s. The formal has a bustier bodice in pink taffeta
Bill Blass 1980s Maxi Cotton Dress Size 8 / 10.
By Bill Blass
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bill Blass for I.Magnin 1980s white eyelet cotton top long prairie dress with pockets & belt is
1980s Alaia Vintage Mustard Marigold Dress With a Full Skirt Size 10 French 42
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Portland, OR
snaps up the arms and this dress was made in France. The dress is marked a FR size 42, and US size 10
Gemma Kahng for Bergdorf Goodman Vintage 1980's Colorblock Dress
By GEMMA KAHNG
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Gemma Kahng for Bergdorf Goodman Vintage 1980's Colorblock Dress. Pure wool. Size 10 Bust 36
Nina Ricci Vintage Strapless Polka Dot Taffeta & Linen Cocktail Party Dress
By Nina Ricci
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Nina Ricci Vintage Strapless Polka Dot Taffeta & Linen Cocktail Party Dress, 1980s Estimated Size
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1999 Knit Bodycon Black Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1999 Knit Bodycon Black Dress Size L Gucci knit bodycon midi dress with V-neck and tonal stitching throughout.
$1,765
Size: 40 ( US 6 / 8 )
1980s Angelo Tarlazzi Shocking Hot Pink Avant Garde Silk Shantung Vintage Dress
By Angelo Tarlazzi
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde 80s vintage ANGELO TARLAZZI shocking hot pink silk shantung strapless dress! Features the perfect vibrant hot pink color on the finest silk shantung. Interior boning on b...
Gucci Belted Cutout Backless Dress Gown
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci Belted Cutout Backless Dress Gown IT 38 Gucci dress with cutout open back, belt accent at waist and concealed zip closure at back.
1990s Dolce & Gabbana Brown Satin White Lace Trim Mini Slip Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 1990s Dolce & Gabbana mini slip dress is crafted from brown silk satin with delicate white lace trim. The lingerie-inspired design features adjustable straps, a soft bustline, a...
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 Beige Metallic Tweed Tie Neck Blazer & Skirt 2pc Suit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 "Pantheon As Lecum" tweed skirt suit. As seen on the runway; look #3. Beige with copper and navy metallic basket weave wool blend fabric. Beautiful asymmet...
Gianni Versace F/W 1996 Runway Vintage Silk Brown Top
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace F/W 1996 Runway Vintage Silk Brown Top IT 42 Gianni Versace silk brown top featuring logo embellishments at straps and concealed zip closure at back.
Givenchy Haute Couture Gown 1995 Spectacular Silk Evening Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Berlin, BE
GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE 1995 gown, numbered archival piece This breathtaking evening gown is a testament to timeless elegance infused with modern sensibility. The dress features a st...
Chanel Runway Spring 2000 Multi colored Silk Skirt-38
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Multi colored Silk Skirt-38 from the runway of the 2000 Spring/Summer collection. This adorable Chanel skirt is in excellent condition, it has minimal sign of use. It is made ...
S/S 1996 Giorgio Armani Backless Black Silver Beaded Dress
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black Giorgio Armani dress. From the Spring/Summer 1996 collection, this beautiful dress debuted on the season's runway. This dress features a semi-exposed back...
Agent Provocateur Sexy Red Bow Heels Slides Size 36 / 6 Made in Italy Never Worn
By Agent Provocateur
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy brand new, never worn AGENT PROVOCATEUR red satin heels! 1950s sex appeal, with a modern twist. Features a bow at each side, with red patent leather accent. Perfect with jeans ...
1970s Lilli Diamond Taupe + Mint Green Marabou Feather 70s Maxi Dress + Jacket
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic vintage LILLI DIAMOND taupe and mint green jersey maxi dress and matching cardigan / jacket ! Features a soft jersey fabric that offers plenty of stretch. Sleeveless maxi d...
$2,500
Size: fits like a USA 0 ; XXS/XS
BADGLEY MISCHKA 90's Vintage heavily beaded beige long evening gown maxi dress
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Sand colored and beautifully beaded long sleeve gown Missing size and comp tag, please see measurements below, fits like a size 0 Flawless Measurements in inc...
$2,792Sale Price|20% Off
ALAIA black leather TRENCH COAT Jacket 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia trench coat in black lambskin. With wide notch colar, belt loops at the waist, two flap pockets on the front sides, box pleat on the back, and woven seams. Closes with flat let...
Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Capri, IT
Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress McQueen adjustable flared dress totally made in italy size 40 composition: viscose
1990s Geoffrey Beene Grey Silk Gown
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant Vintage Geoffrey Beene charcoal grey maxi silk gown. Matching coat sold separately. see listing from our store. Bust : 36. /hip: 36 Fit US Size : 4-6
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