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1985 Thierry Mugler Couture Documented Metallic Gold Lamé Fishnet High-Slit Gown
1985 Thierry Mugler Couture Documented Metallic Gold Lamé Fishnet High-Slit Gown

1985 Thierry Mugler Couture Documented Metallic Gold Lamé Fishnet High-Slit Gown

By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An absolutely breathtaking and highly coveted Thierry Mugler couture metallic gold lamé and fishnet hourglass gown dating back to his documented 1985 spring/summer collection. Garmen...

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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Lanvin lovely ball-shaped dress in black velvet with silvery dots
Lanvin lovely ball-shaped dress in black velvet with silvery dots

Lanvin lovely ball-shaped dress in black velvet with silvery dots

By Lanvin Paris

Located in Paris, FR

It closes with two back metal zips for tule and acetate lining and for the dress itself. Circa 1985’s. Indicated size 42, but fits a 40 (US 8 M).

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1980s French Evening Dresses

Givenchy Couture black dress, circa 1985
Givenchy Couture black dress, circa 1985

Givenchy Couture black dress, circa 1985

By Givenchy

Located in London, GB

This fabulous Givenchy haute couture LBD will inject a touch of fun into a contemporary wardrobe. Perfect for parties, the dress is constructed in soft black velvet and with a taffet...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1985 COMME DES GARCONS asymmetrical black wool dress with drape
1985 COMME DES GARCONS asymmetrical black wool dress with drape

1985 COMME DES GARCONS asymmetrical black wool dress with drape

By Comme des Garçons

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Jet black asymmetrically cut wool dress with draped panel from Comme des Garcons dating to fall of 1985.

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1980s Japanese Day Dresses

Zandra Rhodes Spring/Summer 1985 Screen Print Rhinestone Embellished Bow Dress
Zandra Rhodes Spring/Summer 1985 Screen Print Rhinestone Embellished Bow Dress

Zandra Rhodes Spring/Summer 1985 Screen Print Rhinestone Embellished Bow Dress

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Introducing the Zandra Rhodes White Spring/Summer 1985 Dress - a stunning display of hand-selected classic pearlescent dangle beads and rhinestones.

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1980s Evening Dresses

1985 COMME DES GARCONS navy wool draped dress with polka dots
1985 COMME DES GARCONS navy wool draped dress with polka dots

1985 COMME DES GARCONS navy wool draped dress with polka dots

By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare, navy-blue and off white polka dot woven wool dress with asymmetrical closure and draped front from Comme Des Garcons dating to 1985.

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1980s Japanese Day Dresses

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1985 Vintage Plunged Cutout Bodycon Beige Mini Dress
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1985 Vintage Plunged Cutout Bodycon Beige Mini Dress

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1985 Vintage Plunged Cutout Bodycon Beige Mini Dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1985 Vintage Plunged Cutout Bodycon Beige Mini Dress Size S Condition: Very good vintage condition

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1980s Day Dresses

Tribe FIT Lightweight Felt Appliqué Art Coat Dress & Hat Ensemble, 1985
Tribe FIT Lightweight Felt Appliqué Art Coat Dress & Hat Ensemble, 1985

Tribe FIT Lightweight Felt Appliqué Art Coat Dress & Hat Ensemble, 1985

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A vibrant example of wearable art that is sure to turn heads. From a 1985 student project by the name "Tribe" for FIT New York. Beautifully crafted and tailored. Rather than sewing t...

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20th Century Casual Dresses

North Beach Spring 1985 White Leather Cross Back Dress
North Beach Spring 1985 White Leather Cross Back Dress

North Beach Spring 1985 White Leather Cross Back Dress

By North Beach Leather

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Our Spring 1985 North Beach White Leather Cross Back Dress is an elevated mini dress that truly hugs the figure.

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

A green wool sac dress by Pierre Cardin - France Circa 1985
A green wool sac dress by Pierre Cardin - France Circa 1985

A green wool sac dress by Pierre Cardin - France Circa 1985

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1985 France A deep green dress in pure virgin wool in the inimitable style of Monsieur Pierre Cardin dating from the 1980s.

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1980s French Casual Dresses

Vintage Issey Miyake Black Pleated Museum Collection Dress 1985
Vintage Issey Miyake Black Pleated Museum Collection Dress 1985

Vintage Issey Miyake Black Pleated Museum Collection Dress 1985

By Issey Miyake

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Issey Miyake black pleated dress from 1985 collection. Collar can be worn down as shown or as a hood.

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20th Century Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Jeanne Lanvin Couture Printed Silk Dress with Matched Cuffs, Circa 1985
A Jeanne Lanvin Couture Printed Silk Dress with Matched Cuffs, Circa 1985

A Jeanne Lanvin Couture Printed Silk Dress with Matched Cuffs, Circa 1985

By Jeanne Lanvin

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1985 France Jeanne Lanvin summer dress in cream satin prints with patterns of roses in shades of pink, purple, coral and khaki.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier red jersey cone breast maxi dress, fw 1985
Jean Paul Gaultier red jersey cone breast maxi dress, fw 1985

Jean Paul Gaultier red jersey cone breast maxi dress, fw 1985

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in London, GB

▪ Jean Paul Gaultier red jersey maxi dress ▪ Pointed cone breast panels ▪ Front metal zip fastening ▪ Size Small ▪ Missing label ▪ Fall-Winter 1985

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Louis Féraud Sequin and rhinestone embroidered tunic dress - Fall 1984-1985
A Louis Féraud Sequin and rhinestone embroidered tunic dress - Fall 1984-1985

A Louis Féraud Sequin and rhinestone embroidered tunic dress - Fall 1984-1985

By Louis Feraud

Located in Toulon, FR

Autumn Winter Collection 1984-1985 France Tunic dress with plastron effect, densely embroidered with sequins and rhinestones by Louis Féraud Haute Couture.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black and White Silk Print High Neck Evening Dress, 1985
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black and White Silk Print High Neck Evening Dress, 1985

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black and White Silk Print High Neck Evening Dress, 1985

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Boca Raton, FL

From the Spring/Summer 1985 runway collection , this black and white YSL sheath dress incorporates a high neckline and a stylized print resembling of rounded scales.

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Cocktail dress in lace and sequins by Louis Féraud Haute Couture Circa 1985
Cocktail dress in lace and sequins by Louis Féraud Haute Couture Circa 1985

Cocktail dress in lace and sequins by Louis Féraud Haute Couture Circa 1985

By Louis Feraud

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1985 France Black and wine lace cocktail dress embroidered with sequins by Louis Féraud Haute couture dating from the 1980s.  

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Vivienne Westwood "Mini Crini" ensemble, S / S 1985
Vivienne Westwood "Mini Crini" ensemble, S / S 1985

Vivienne Westwood "Mini Crini" ensemble, S / S 1985

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

- polka dot print mini-crini skirt with ruffled hem - white leather star belt - black blouse with white ruffled collar and cuffs Spring-Summer 1985

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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

1985s Haute Couture Ecru Silk Dress FR40
1985s Haute Couture Ecru Silk Dress FR40

1985s Haute Couture Ecru Silk Dress FR40

By Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Chanel Haute Couture dress circa 1985 in (thick) ecru silk, round neck in front and V in the back, partially pleated top and skirt, small collar in front and crossed buttoning in the...

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1980s French Day Dresses

Christian Dior Couture Long Black Satin Gown, Circa 1985
Christian Dior Couture Long Black Satin Gown, Circa 1985

Christian Dior Couture Long Black Satin Gown, Circa 1985

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a long black satin, one-shoulder gown by Christian Dior Couture, from 1985. The gown has a large bow on the front side bust, and an open slit down the front. This elegant gow...

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1980s French Evening Gowns

Valentino Set Haute Couture Silk Set Embroidered with Sequins, Fall-winter 1985
Valentino Set Haute Couture Silk Set Embroidered with Sequins, Fall-winter 1985

Valentino Set Haute Couture Silk Set Embroidered with Sequins, Fall-winter 1985

By Valentino

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Valentino -Haute Couture silk set embroidered with sequins in pearl grey tones. No size nor composition label, it fits a 38FR. Fall-Winter 1985 Collection. Additional information: C...

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20th Century Evening Dresses

1985 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Velvet Panne Leopard Print Evening Gown
1985 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Velvet Panne Leopard Print Evening Gown

1985 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Velvet Panne Leopard Print Evening Gown

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Studio City, CA

Stunning 1985 Yves Saint Laurent haute couture midnight blue, soft and supple velvet panne evening gown featuring a deep-V plunge at the back. There is a subtle draping at the front,...

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Late 20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

A French Pierre Cardin Couture Peplum Evening Dress Circa 1975/85
A French Pierre Cardin Couture Peplum Evening Dress Circa 1975/85

A French Pierre Cardin Couture Peplum Evening Dress Circa 1975/85

By Pierre Cardin Couture, Pierre Cardin

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1975/1985 France Astonishing evening Peplum dress in silk jersey playing with the bichromy of Yin and Yang, and signed by Pierre Cardin Prestige dating from the early 1980s.

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1970s French Evening Dresses

Music-Hall Evening Dress Embroidered with Black and Silver Sequins Circa 1980
Music-Hall Evening Dress Embroidered with Black and Silver Sequins Circa 1980

Music-Hall Evening Dress Embroidered with Black and Silver Sequins Circa 1980

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1980/1985 France Music-Hall Evening Dress inspired by Art Deco in Silver and embroidered with black and silver faceted paillons and silver tubular pearls from the 1980s.

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1980s French Evening Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche cocktail dress in printed satin Fall Winter 1985
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche cocktail dress in printed satin Fall Winter 1985

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche cocktail dress in printed satin Fall Winter 1985

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Toulon, FR

Autumn Winter 1985 Collection France Beautiful silk satin printed cocktail dress by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche inspired by the 1930s/1940s pyjamas and reception dressing gowns.

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1980s French Negligees

Chanel 1985s Robe Manteau FR38 Black Wool Dress Trench Coat UK10 US8 Rare
Chanel 1985s Robe Manteau FR38 Black Wool Dress Trench Coat UK10 US8 Rare

Chanel 1985s Robe Manteau FR38 Black Wool Dress Trench Coat UK10 US8 Rare

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Chanel trench coat or long dress circa 1985 by Karl Lagerfeld (Inès de la Fressange period) in black wool crepe, straight cut pleated at the bottom, collar closed by a first high but...

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1980s French Trench Coats

Zandra Rhodes Unlabelled Hand Painted Sheer Silk Pearl Edged Dress, 1980s
Zandra Rhodes Unlabelled Hand Painted Sheer Silk Pearl Edged Dress, 1980s

Zandra Rhodes Unlabelled Hand Painted Sheer Silk Pearl Edged Dress, 1980s

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Done in a pale-yellow sheer silk, this circa 1985 dress has an abstract underwater motif in grey and a muted bubblegum pink.

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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Azzedine Alaia cotton coat dress with César Baldaccini print, ss 1985
Azzedine Alaia cotton coat dress with César Baldaccini print, ss 1985

Azzedine Alaia cotton coat dress with César Baldaccini print, ss 1985

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in London, GB

▪ Azzedine Alaia multicoloured cotton coat dress ▪ Wide short sleeves ▪ Button-up front ▪ Voluminous pleated ankle length skirt ▪ 2 side pockets ▪ 2 front flap pockets ▪ 2 ties a...

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1980s French Day Dresses

Alaia Autumn-Winter 1985 blue denim zipper dress
Alaia Autumn-Winter 1985 blue denim zipper dress

Alaia Autumn-Winter 1985 blue denim zipper dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in London, GB

Alaia Autumn-Winter 1985 blue denim zipper dress ref: Azzedine Alaïa with Frederique van der Wal: Photographed by Arthur Elgort, Vogue, February 1986

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1985 COMME DES GARCONS black runway dress with open back and exaggerated arms
1985 COMME DES GARCONS black runway dress with open back and exaggerated arms

1985 COMME DES GARCONS black runway dress with open back and exaggerated arms

By Comme des Garçons

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Black cotton jersey dress with open back and exaggerated arms designed by Rei Kawakubo for Comme Des Garcons dating to 1985 as photographed by Steven Meisel and seen on the spring 19...

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1980s Japanese Day Dresses

Christian Dior Lingerie 1985 Robe Combinaison FR38 Pink Satin Slip Dress UK10 US
Christian Dior Lingerie 1985 Robe Combinaison FR38 Pink Satin Slip Dress UK10 US

Christian Dior Lingerie 1985 Robe Combinaison FR38 Pink Satin Slip Dress UK10 US

By Christian Dior

Located in PARIS, FR

Christian Dior Lingerie jumpsuit dress in pink polyester crepe, thin straps, Dior-branded V-neckline with floral lace insert on the upper chest, dress hem embroidered with a mini cro...

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1980s French Day Dresses

Chanel Black Wool Dress with Gold Chain Trompe L'oeil, 1985.
Chanel Black Wool Dress with Gold Chain Trompe L'oeil, 1985.

Chanel Black Wool Dress with Gold Chain Trompe L'oeil, 1985.

By Chanel Boutique, Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Black Wool Dress with Gold Chain Trompe L'oeil, 1985. Crew neck wool dress with buttons down the center of the bodice and two buttoned pockets at bust.

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1980s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

1985 Rare Alberta Ferretti Red Velvet Voland Skirt Long Dress
1985 Rare Alberta Ferretti Red Velvet Voland Skirt Long Dress

1985 Rare Alberta Ferretti Red Velvet Voland Skirt Long Dress

By Alberta Ferretti

Located in Capri, IT

1985 Alberta Ferretti Red Velvet Voland Skirt Long Dress Unique and hard to find Alberta Ferretti long red Dress Neck closure embellished with 2 black and crystal swarovski bottons...

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1985 YVES SAINT LAURENT crimson crushed velvet wrap RUNWAY dress
1985 YVES SAINT LAURENT crimson crushed velvet wrap RUNWAY dress

1985 YVES SAINT LAURENT crimson crushed velvet wrap RUNWAY dress

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Beautiful, crimson, crushed velvet wrap dress by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1985 exactly as seen on the runway.

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1970s French Evening Dresses

A Hubert de Givenchy Catwalk Dress  in Satin and Lamé Velvet Circa 1985
A Hubert de Givenchy Catwalk Dress  in Satin and Lamé Velvet Circa 1985

A Hubert de Givenchy Catwalk Dress  in Satin and Lamé Velvet Circa 1985

By Givenchy

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1985 France Haute Couture A Hubert de Givenchy dress for show in emerald silk satin and gold lamé velvet dating from 1985/1990.

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1980s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

Blouse dress in printed taffeta by Gérard Pipart for Nina Ricci Circa 1985
Blouse dress in printed taffeta by Gérard Pipart for Nina Ricci Circa 1985

Blouse dress in printed taffeta by Gérard Pipart for Nina Ricci Circa 1985

By Gerard Pipart, Nina Ricci

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1985 France Elegant day dress in Japanese-print silk taffeta by Gérard Pipart for Nina Ricci "shopping" dating from the 1980s.

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1980s French Chemise Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier Autumn-Winter 1985 black rib knit evening dress
Jean Paul Gaultier Autumn-Winter 1985 black rib knit evening dress

Jean Paul Gaultier Autumn-Winter 1985 black rib knit evening dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in London, GB

Jean Paul Gaultier Autumn-Winter 1985 black rib knit evening dress - turtle neck - decorative velvet, sequins and tassels on sleeve - zip fastening at the neck - Fr 40 - It 44 - U...

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Grès Evening Dress in Printed Chiffon Silk Circa 1975/1985
A Grès Evening Dress in Printed Chiffon Silk Circa 1975/1985

A Grès Evening Dress in Printed Chiffon Silk Circa 1975/1985

By Madame Gres

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1975/1985 France "Romantic" evening dress in printed silk muslin by Grès Haute Couture Circa 1975/1985.

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1980s French Evening Dresses

Ian & Marcel Haute Couture Evening Dress, London Circa 1985
Ian & Marcel Haute Couture Evening Dress, London Circa 1985

Ian & Marcel Haute Couture Evening Dress, London Circa 1985

By Ian and Marcel

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1985/90 London Large english Couture evening dress labeled by Ian and Marcel and dating back from the end of the 1980s.

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1980s British Peplos

Saint Laurent Red Crushed Velvet Plunge Wrap Maxi Dress YSL Runway, 1985
Saint Laurent Red Crushed Velvet Plunge Wrap Maxi Dress YSL Runway, 1985

Saint Laurent Red Crushed Velvet Plunge Wrap Maxi Dress YSL Runway, 1985

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Capturing the 80s culture, YSL had a talent for designing for the everyday woman but also making sure that she stood out whether it be by a carefully crafted accessory or a simple po...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Evening dress and cape attributed to Pierre Cardin Couture, Circa 1985
Evening dress and cape attributed to Pierre Cardin Couture, Circa 1985

Evening dress and cape attributed to Pierre Cardin Couture, Circa 1985

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1985 France Long evening dress and silk muslin and ruffle lace capeline by Pierre Cardin (attributed to) from the 1980s.

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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black and White Silk Print High Neck Evening Dress, 1985
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black and White Silk Print High Neck Evening Dress, 1985

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black and White Silk Print High Neck Evening Dress, 1985

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Boca Raton, FL

From the Spring/Summer 1985 runway collection , this black and white YSL sheath dress incorporates a high neckline and a stylized print resembling of rounded scales.

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1985 CHANEL Runway Documented Black Velvet Strapless with Gold Lame
1985 CHANEL Runway Documented Black Velvet Strapless with Gold Lame

1985 CHANEL Runway Documented Black Velvet Strapless with Gold Lame

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1985 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Black Velvet Strapless gown with gold silk lame embellished with beads. size 6 Embroidery by the famed Maison Lesage.

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1980s French Evening Gowns

ICONIC Paco Rabanne HAUTE COUTURE  SS 1985/86 Museum Piece
ICONIC Paco Rabanne HAUTE COUTURE  SS 1985/86 Museum Piece

ICONIC Paco Rabanne HAUTE COUTURE SS 1985/86 Museum Piece

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Berlin, BE

An Haute Couture Look OUT OF THIS WORLD. Extremely rare spectacular piece of fashion history, one of a kind treasure. Paco Rabanne's 1985/1986 Collection KIT epitomized his avant-ga...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino Set Haute Couture Silk Set Embroidered with Sequins, Fall-winter 1985
Valentino Set Haute Couture Silk Set Embroidered with Sequins, Fall-winter 1985

Valentino Set Haute Couture Silk Set Embroidered with Sequins, Fall-winter 1985

By Valentino Garavani, Valentino

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Valentino -Haute Couture silk set embroidered with sequins in pearl grey tones. No size nor composition label, it fits a 38FR. Fall-Winter 1985 Collection. Additional information: C...

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20th Century Evening Dresses

Azzedine Alaïa 1980’s Peach Knit Mini Dress
Azzedine Alaïa 1980’s Peach Knit Mini Dress

Azzedine Alaïa 1980’s Peach Knit Mini Dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Manchester, GB

Alaïa c.1985-89 knit dress in peach/salmon wool with button front, fitted waist and padded shoulders.

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1980s European Mini Dresses

Ian & Marcel Evening Kimono in Silk and Rubber London Circa 1985/1990
Ian & Marcel Evening Kimono in Silk and Rubber London Circa 1985/1990

Ian & Marcel Evening Kimono in Silk and Rubber London Circa 1985/1990

By Ian and Marcel

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1985/1990 England Kaftan or evening kimono in rubber-painted silk by Ian & Marcel, creator of a London avant-garde brand from the end of the 1980s. Kaftan cut with wide slashe...

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1980s French Caftans

Iconic ISSEY MIYAKE Tulip Dress Black Sculptural Editorial Dramatic
Iconic ISSEY MIYAKE Tulip Dress Black Sculptural Editorial Dramatic

Iconic ISSEY MIYAKE Tulip Dress Black Sculptural Editorial Dramatic

By Issey Miyake

Located in Berlin, BE

Wearble Art Extremely rare and Museum worthy vintage Issey Miyake dress, assuming 1985 Collection. Gorgeous super dramatic piece of Fashion History.

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1980s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Wolf Dress Form Model 1985 12 Months Baby Infant Mannequin
Wolf Dress Form Model 1985 12 Months Baby Infant Mannequin

Wolf Dress Form Model 1985 12 Months Baby Infant Mannequin

Located in Wallkill, NY

Its a Wolf Dress Form 12 months Model 1985 26.5" high Any questions please call or hit request more information

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1980s American Children

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How Much is a 1985 Dress?

The price for a 1985 dress starts at $725 and tops out at $17,950, and on average, selling for $2,082.

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