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50s Couture

Roberto Cavalli F/W 2008 Runway Dramatic Ballgown Dress
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2008 Runway Dramatic Ballgown Dress

Roberto Cavalli F/W 2008 Runway Dramatic Ballgown Dress

By Roberto Cavalli, Valentino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

's couture glamour. Gown is impactful and resonates an eye catching distinctive presence. Extra

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

1950s Anita Modes Black Demi Couture One Shoulder Rhinestone 50s Wiggle Dress
1950s Anita Modes Black Demi Couture One Shoulder Rhinestone 50s Wiggle Dress

1950s Anita Modes Black Demi Couture One Shoulder Rhinestone 50s Wiggle Dress

By ANITA MODES

Located in San Diego, CA

, Jayne Mansfield, etc..Definitely a 50s starlet number! Features a rhinestone encrusted bow at shoulder

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful 1950s French Demi Couture Ivory Off White Beaded Vintage 50s Dress
Beautiful 1950s French Demi Couture Ivory Off White Beaded Vintage 50s Dress

Beautiful 1950s French Demi Couture Ivory Off White Beaded Vintage 50s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful late 1950s ivory / off-white lightweight wool beaded bombshell dress ! Features a silk lace slip that peek through at the hem. Hidden metal zipper up the back with hook-and...

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

Bombshell 1950s Mr Blackwell 50s Vintage Couture Gold Metallic Wiggle Dress Gown
Bombshell 1950s Mr Blackwell 50s Vintage Couture Gold Metallic Wiggle Dress Gown

Bombshell 1950s Mr Blackwell 50s Vintage Couture Gold Metallic Wiggle Dress Gown

By Mr. Blackwell

Located in San Diego, CA

WOW! This vintage Mr. Blackwell Custom dress is OUT OF THIS WORLD! This is quite possible the best Mr. Blackwell piece I have ever seen! Dating from the late 1950s/ early 1960s, this...

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1950s American Evening Gowns

1950s Demi Couture Taupe Brown Silk Brocade Vintage 50s Bombshell Wiggle Dress
1950s Demi Couture Taupe Brown Silk Brocade Vintage 50s Bombshell Wiggle Dress

1950s Demi Couture Taupe Brown Silk Brocade Vintage 50s Bombshell Wiggle Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1950s taupe / light brown silk brocade sleeveless wiggle dress ! The perfect color for anytime of year for ay day or evening event. Flattering tailored ruched bodice with f...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Saks Fifth Avenue Watercolor Demi Couture Beaded Silk Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Saks Fifth Avenue Watercolor Demi Couture Beaded Silk Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Saks Fifth Avenue Watercolor Demi Couture Beaded Silk Vintage 50s Dress

By Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in San Diego, CA

Sensational late 1950s, early 1960s 60s luxurious silk watercolor beaded dress! Features vibrant green, pink, blue and white colors throughout. Thousands of hand-sewn seeds beads thr...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful Vintage Silk Kimono Dress Gown 1950s Couture Asian Robe Coat 40s 50s
Beautiful Vintage Silk Kimono Dress Gown 1950s Couture Asian Robe Coat 40s 50s

Beautiful Vintage Silk Kimono Dress Gown 1950s Couture Asian Robe Coat 40s 50s

Located in Berlin, BE

Hollywood Glamour Vibes. Not sure if I'm really ready to part with her but oh well... This true beauty is what boudoir dreams are made of. The most amazing pure Silk Kimono Dress l...

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1950s Loungewear

1950’s Haute Couture Tapestry Beaded Dress
1950’s Haute Couture Tapestry Beaded Dress

1950’s Haute Couture Tapestry Beaded Dress

Located in Geneva, CH

A rare example of 50’s Egyptian haute couture, at the time Egypt was a constitutional monarchy

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1950s Egyptian Cocktail Dresses

John Galliano Hi Fashion Sculptural Evening Dress
John Galliano Hi Fashion Sculptural Evening Dress

John Galliano Hi Fashion Sculptural Evening Dress

By John Galliano

Located in Los Angeles, CA

showcased distinctive vintage-esque fashions reminiscent of the 40's and 50's French haute couture. This

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

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Fabiani Roma 50s Couture Blue Wool Dress Ensemble
Fabiani Roma 50s Couture Blue Wool Dress Ensemble

Fabiani Roma 50s Couture Blue Wool Dress Ensemble

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Chic blue wool dress with jacket. Wonderfully tailored by italian fashion house Fabiani. Ingenious radiating pleats on bodice with 3/4 sleeves and side zip. With sack cut Raglan slee...

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1950s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

50s Giovannelli Sciarra Couture Green Velvet Evening Jumpsuit Ensemble
50s Giovannelli Sciarra Couture Green Velvet Evening Jumpsuit Ensemble

50s Giovannelli Sciarra Couture Green Velvet Evening Jumpsuit Ensemble

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Drop dead gorgeous jumpsuit in rich emerald green velvet with matching swing jacket. By spectacular Italian couturier Giovannelli Sciarra. Catsuit style - super sexy with plunging ne...

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1950s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

50s Sybil Connolly Signature Couture Eggplant Ruched Gown and Matching Wrap
50s Sybil Connolly Signature Couture Eggplant Ruched Gown and Matching Wrap

50s Sybil Connolly Signature Couture Eggplant Ruched Gown and Matching Wrap

By Sybil Connolly

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Truly rare and special piece by Irish Designer Sybil Connolly circa 1950s. Almost Medieval in feel with panelled fitted bodice and full gathered skirt. The color of eggplant. Long ...

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1950s Irish Evening Gowns

1950s Demi-Couture Adele Simpson Beaded Black Silk Cocktail Dress
1950s Demi-Couture Adele Simpson Beaded Black Silk Cocktail Dress

1950s Demi-Couture Adele Simpson Beaded Black Silk Cocktail Dress

By Adele Simpson

Located in London, UK

'50s, adapting French couture for film stars like Lauren Bacall (pictured wearing an Adele Simpson

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Couture Hand-Beaded Evening Bag with Indian Embellishment
50s Couture Hand-Beaded Evening Bag with Indian Embellishment

50s Couture Hand-Beaded Evening Bag with Indian Embellishment

Located in Gresham, OR

A beautiful 1950s hand-embellished evening bag beaded with metal thread, rhinestones, beads, sequins and small mirrors in a traditional Indian style. Hinged barrel frame is beautifu...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

50s Chanel Couture Periwinkle Wool Beret
50s Chanel Couture Periwinkle Wool Beret

50s Chanel Couture Periwinkle Wool Beret

By Chanel

Located in Gresham, OR

A fantastic 50s Chanel Couture original (numbered) wool beret worked in concentric trapunto

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1950s French Hats

Hartnell 50s Incredible Victorian Revival Couture Gown
Hartnell 50s Incredible Victorian Revival Couture Gown

Hartnell 50s Incredible Victorian Revival Couture Gown

By Hartnell

Located in Gresham, OR

An incredible 1950s couture gown in navy silk taffeta by Hartnell, couturier to the British royal

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1950s English Evening Gowns

Lanvin Castillo Japonese Inspiration Couture Coat Late 50s
Lanvin Castillo Japonese Inspiration Couture Coat Late 50s

Lanvin Castillo Japonese Inspiration Couture Coat Late 50s

By Jeanne Lanvin

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa1958 /1963 France Haute Couture Haute Couture Superb evening kimono coat labelled Jeanne

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1950s French Opera Coats

Mingolini and Gugenheim 50s Italian Couture Velvet Opera Coat
Mingolini and Gugenheim 50s Italian Couture Velvet Opera Coat

Mingolini and Gugenheim 50s Italian Couture Velvet Opera Coat

Located in Gresham, OR

This is a spectacular 1950s couture black silk velvet and accordion pleated silk taffeta opera coat

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1950s Italian Opera Coats

Ginger Rogers Couture 50s  Silk Taffeta & Velvet Cocktail Dress
Ginger Rogers Couture 50s  Silk Taffeta & Velvet Cocktail Dress

Ginger Rogers Couture 50s Silk Taffeta & Velvet Cocktail Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

From the couture wardrobe of the famed dancer Ginger Rogers comes this spectacular 1950s cocktail

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

*SALE* 50's CHRISTIAN DIOR haute couture brocade dress WAS $950 NOW $450
*SALE* 50's CHRISTIAN DIOR haute couture brocade dress WAS $950 NOW $450

*SALE* 50's CHRISTIAN DIOR haute couture brocade dress WAS $950 NOW $450

By Christian Dior

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare forest green silk brocade haute couture dress from Christian Dior dating to the 1950's

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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Early Oleg Cassini Couture Vintage 1950's 50s Black Formal Dress
Early Oleg Cassini Couture Vintage 1950's 50s Black Formal Dress

Early Oleg Cassini Couture Vintage 1950's 50s Black Formal Dress

By Oleg Cassini, Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in Sparks, NV

Extremely rare early Oleg Cassini vintage couture cocktail dress in burnout silk velvet. Hand

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Jean Dessès Haute Couture Coat Numbered 9133
Jean Dessès Haute Couture Coat Numbered 9133

Jean Dessès Haute Couture Coat Numbered 9133

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Size: Equivalent french size 36-38

Jean Dessès Haute Couture Coat Numbered 9133

By Jean Dessès

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1950 France Haute couture coat late 50s by Jean Dessès in shiny black shantung silk. Cut in

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1950s French Coats

50's Belgian Embroidery Couture " VALENS" Dress
50's Belgian Embroidery Couture " VALENS" Dress

50's Belgian Embroidery Couture " VALENS" Dress

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Amazing vintage 50's Belgian "Valens" Couture dress. G Valens was a couture house located in

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1950s Belgian Evening Dresses and Gowns

50's PEDRO RODRIGUEZ silk jersey haute couture dress
50's PEDRO RODRIGUEZ silk jersey haute couture dress

50's PEDRO RODRIGUEZ silk jersey haute couture dress

By Pedro Rodriguez

Located in San Fransisco, CA

A very rare 1950’s Pedro Rodriguez haute couture dress, made of fluid black silk jersey. The design

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1950s Spanish Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black + White + Silver Silk Lurex Demi Couture Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress
1950s Black + White + Silver Silk Lurex Demi Couture Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress

1950s Black + White + Silver Silk Lurex Demi Couture Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning 1950 silk lurex black, white and metallic silver ruched wiggle dress! Incredibley flattering with the camouflaging ruching. Gathers at the side, and back offer some give to ...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture Wool & Silk Cocoon Coat
Givenchy Haute Couture Wool & Silk Cocoon Coat

Givenchy Haute Couture Wool & Silk Cocoon Coat

By Givenchy

Located in Geneva, CH

) emerald 50's Givenchy haute couture coat is a master piece ! Cut and shape give to the coat an unexpected

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1950s French Cocoon Coats

1960s Norman Hartnell Couture Gold Sequinned and Beaded Dress
1960s Norman Hartnell Couture Gold Sequinned and Beaded Dress

1960s Norman Hartnell Couture Gold Sequinned and Beaded Dress

By Norman Hartnell

Located in London, GB

standard as French Haute Couture. This dress features his late 50s to early 60s couture label

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1960s British Wedding Dresses

Pierre Balmain Couture 50's Vintage Lace Wedding Gown Sz
Pierre Balmain Couture 50's Vintage Lace Wedding Gown Sz

Pierre Balmain Couture 50's Vintage Lace Wedding Gown Sz

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Vintage 1950's Fantasy Lace and Tulle Wedding Gown from Pierre Balmain This stunning

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1950s Wedding Dresses

AUTH 90s JOHN GALLIANO 40s-50s KILLER LITTLE BLACK DRESS
AUTH 90s JOHN GALLIANO 40s-50s KILLER LITTLE BLACK DRESS

AUTH 90s JOHN GALLIANO 40s-50s KILLER LITTLE BLACK DRESS

By John Galliano

Located in Paris, IDF

the 40's and 50's French haute couture. His collections have often been influenced by history

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

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By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Ronald Kolodzie Navy Blue Orange Green Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
1970s Ronald Kolodzie Navy Blue Orange Green Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Maxi Dress

1970s Ronald Kolodzie Navy Blue Orange Green Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Maxi Dress

By Ronald Kolodzie

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 1970s RONALD KOLODZIE navy blue, orange and green long sleeve jersey maxi dress! Features a tropical Hawaiian print in vibrant colors of neon orange, green, peach and light p...

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1970s American Evening Gowns

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Dior black top

Dior black top

By Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR -(Made in France) Black flounced top. Composition and size labels missing, it fits a 36FR. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 43 cm - Length: 45 cm SKU:FH252

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Early 2000s European Blouses and Tops

Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress

Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...

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1980s Indian Evening Dresses and Gowns

GUCCI by Tom Ford Long Black Leather Trench Coat, late 1990s
GUCCI by Tom Ford Long Black Leather Trench Coat, late 1990s

GUCCI by Tom Ford Long Black Leather Trench Coat, late 1990s

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in Munich, DE

"If it wasn't by Tom Ford, is it even Gucci?" or as Vogue Runway wrote so aptly: "The now infamous Tom Ford look – what he later called “sexy, sensual, fuck-me clothes" – oozed power...

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1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Rive Gauche New Blue Plunging Silk Halter Top
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Rive Gauche New Blue Plunging Silk Halter Top

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Rive Gauche New Blue Plunging Silk Halter Top

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

New with tags YVES SAINT LAURENT 'Rive Gauche" Spring / Summer 2012 blue silk halter top! Sexy plunge with a perfectly tailored bodice. Hidden zipper up the side with hook-and-e...

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2010s French Halter Tops

Vivienne Westwood London 2000s Runway Worn Draped Asymmetrical Dress, Italy
Vivienne Westwood London 2000s Runway Worn Draped Asymmetrical Dress, Italy

Vivienne Westwood London 2000s Runway Worn Draped Asymmetrical Dress, Italy

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in Kingston, NY

This early 2000s Vivienne Westwood London white draped asymmetrical dress is a striking example of the designer’s architectural sensibility and avant-garde elegance. Made in Italy fr...

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Early 2000s English Wedding Dresses

Andre Laug Numbered Couture Vintage Ombre Silk Polka Dots Evening Gown/ Dress
Andre Laug Numbered Couture Vintage Ombre Silk Polka Dots Evening Gown/ Dress

Andre Laug Numbered Couture Vintage Ombre Silk Polka Dots Evening Gown/ Dress

By André Laug

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage couture maxi dress by Andre Laug with handwritten details on the inside of the dress. This piece is numbered and was likely a custom couture piece for a client. Hand...

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Late 20th Century Italian Evening Dresses

Rare Natural Silver Raccoon Hooded Fur Coat
Rare Natural Silver Raccoon Hooded Fur Coat

Rare Natural Silver Raccoon Hooded Fur Coat

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Rare Natural Silver Raccoon Hooded Fur Coat

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This vintage coat is made of very high quality silver raccoon fur is 3/4 lenght with an attached hood, rare to find. We offer more exclusive fur items, view our frontstore Details:...

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20th Century Unknown Coats and Outerwear

Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006

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...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress
Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress

Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress

By Gucci

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous silk dress from Gucci in a gold, rust and olive brocade fern pattern on a black background. It is a semi fitted dress with long zipper cuff sleeves and fabulous flatterin...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Herbert Levine Red Stilettos
Herbert Levine Red Stilettos

Herbert Levine Red Stilettos

By Herbert Levine

Located in New York, NY

Glamorous Herbert Levine Red Calf Stilettos decorated with a black "berry" and red ties. Retailed at Bonwit Teller, 1950's USA. 6.5AA, 2.75" widest across front. Very narrow.

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1950s American Shoes

White wedding ( or evening) dress CHRISTIAN DIOR by Maria-Grazia Chiuri
White wedding ( or evening) dress CHRISTIAN DIOR by Maria-Grazia Chiuri

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...

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2010s French Wedding Dresses

Valentino Shoe D'Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box
Valentino Shoe D'Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box

Valentino Shoe D'Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box

By Valentino

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Valentino black satin D'Orsay pump. Peeptoe with signature bold bow. Hidden .25" platform. High stiletto heel. Comes with box. final sale Mightychic offers ...

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2010s Italian High Heels

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50s Couture For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary piece of 50s couture you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Blue, Brown and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of 50s couture from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Christian Dior, Saks Fifth Avenue and ANITA MODES are consistently popular.

How Much is a 50s Couture?

Prices for a piece of 50s couture can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $445 and can go as high as $3,000, while, on average they fetch $1,043.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.

Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

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