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80s Vintage Coats

Gorgeous Rare MILA SCHÖN Coat tartan plaid wool with Stole
Gorgeous Rare MILA SCHÖN Coat tartan plaid wool with Stole

Gorgeous Rare MILA SCHÖN Coat tartan plaid wool with Stole

By Mila Schon

Located in Berlin, BE

Truly one of the most beautiful coats. A rare Mila Schön, est. 80s coat with attached sash.

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1980s Italian 80s Vintage Coats

YVES SAINT LAURENT 80's Patchwork leather coat with suede trims
YVES SAINT LAURENT 80's Patchwork leather coat with suede trims

YVES SAINT LAURENT 80's Patchwork leather coat with suede trims

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Milano, MILANO

Patchwork leather coat with suede trims from the 80's by Yves Saint Laurent Asymmetrical buttons closure Two pockets with string and tassels Lightweight padded collar and hems  Fully...

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1980s 80s Vintage Coats

DOLCE & GABBANA 80's Early collections iconic double lined oversize coat
DOLCE & GABBANA 80's Early collections iconic double lined oversize coat

DOLCE & GABBANA 80's Early collections iconic double lined oversize coat

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Milano, MILANO

Early collections from the 80's iconic double lined oversize coat by Dolce & Gabbana Taffetà lining and collar Button closure Stretch jersey sleeves No composition tag, wool and silk

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1980s 80s Vintage Coats

Gianfranco Ferré Beaded Herringbone Coat - '80s
Gianfranco Ferré Beaded Herringbone Coat - '80s

Gianfranco Ferré Beaded Herringbone Coat - '80s

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Sparkling coat designed by Gianfranco Ferré in the 80's with full coverage hand embroidery on wool tweed fabric and gray and black herringbone yarns.

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1980s 80s Vintage Coats

Mao wing 80’s pastel Lutetia mink fur coat 10/M ~no duties
Mao wing 80’s pastel Lutetia mink fur coat 10/M ~no duties

Mao wing 80’s pastel Lutetia mink fur coat 10/M ~no duties

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Description: pastel Lutetia mink fur coat chic Mao/wing 80’s design. subtle two-tone design present at the collar and shoulders, adding textural and visual interest. rare Lutetia co...

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1980s 80s Vintage Coats

1970/80s Ibiza Coat with Cognac Brown Exotic Appliqués
1970/80s Ibiza Coat with Cognac Brown Exotic Appliqués

1970/80s Ibiza Coat with Cognac Brown Exotic Appliqués

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Fabulous original 70s/80s knit coat with cognac color snakeskin appliqués made in Ibiza, designer Ginger.

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20th Century Spanish 80s Vintage Coats

80s Roccobarocco Colour Blocked with Check Patterns Balmacaan Coat
80s Roccobarocco Colour Blocked with Check Patterns Balmacaan Coat

80s Roccobarocco Colour Blocked with Check Patterns Balmacaan Coat

By Roccobarocco

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage 80s Roccobarocco colour blocked (red and blue) with multi black and white check patterns balmacaan coat

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1980s Italian 80s Vintage Coats

80's Christine Vogdt Suede Leather Vest
80's Christine Vogdt Suede Leather Vest

80's Christine Vogdt Suede Leather Vest

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This vintage hippy style mix of brown fur, suede, knitwear and black velvet vest, designed by Christine Vogdt We offer more exclusive vintage fur items, view our frontstore Details...

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20th Century Unknown 80s Vintage Coats

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac Ko and Co Vintage 80s Wool Oversized Coat
Jean-Charles de Castelbajac Ko and Co Vintage 80s Wool Oversized Coat

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac Ko and Co Vintage 80s Wool Oversized Coat

By Jean-Charles de Castelbajac

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

The original 80's shoulder pads are still in the coat. Made in France No size label.

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1980s European 80s Vintage Coats

Vintage Calvin Klein Brown 1980s Glen Plaid Double Breasted 80s Wool Jacket Coat
Vintage Calvin Klein Brown 1980s Glen Plaid Double Breasted 80s Wool Jacket Coat

Vintage Calvin Klein Brown 1980s Glen Plaid Double Breasted 80s Wool Jacket Coat

By Calvin Klein

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic early 1980s vintage CALVIN KLEIN brown glen plaid double breasted wool jacket coat! Classic silhouette with neutral colors of brown, tan and black throughout. Pockets at each si...

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1980s Italian 80s Vintage Coats

Emanuel Ungaro Paralléle Vintage 80s Black & White Wool Cotton Mix Cocoon Coat
Emanuel Ungaro Paralléle Vintage 80s Black & White Wool Cotton Mix Cocoon Coat

Emanuel Ungaro Paralléle Vintage 80s Black & White Wool Cotton Mix Cocoon Coat

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Rare Emanuel Ungaro Parallèle 1980s cocoon coat in striking black and white stripes. Crafted from a soft, lightweight wool-cotton blend. An oversized silhouette from the Ungaro arc...

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1980s Italian 80s Vintage Coats

Jean Claude Jitrois Vintage 1980s 80s Black Leather Batwing or Cocoon Coat
Jean Claude Jitrois Vintage 1980s 80s Black Leather Batwing or Cocoon Coat

Jean Claude Jitrois Vintage 1980s 80s Black Leather Batwing or Cocoon Coat

By Jean-Claude Jitrois

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning avant garde batwing coat by Jean Claude Jitrois featuring sued and leather fabric blocking, huge dolman sleeves and an elegant and unique silhouette. Soft buttery leather an...

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Late 20th Century French 80s Vintage Coats

Grey plastic coat rack from outline serie by Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell, 80s
Grey plastic coat rack from outline serie by Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell, 80s

Grey plastic coat rack from outline serie by Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell, 80s

By Anna Castelli Ferrieri

Located in Varese, Lombardia

Grey plastic coat rack with several hooks produced by Kartell in the 1980s. The hooks can be positioned in different positions according to needs.

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1980s Italian Post-Modern 80s Vintage Coats

Materials

Plastic

1980s Chanel Black Belted Trench Coat
1980s Chanel Black Belted Trench Coat

1980s Chanel Black Belted Trench Coat

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

A vintage Chanel trench coat in black heavy-duty cotton from the 80s, this coat is lightweight yet durable.

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20th Century French 80s Vintage Coats

Italian Postmodern Valet Stand on Wheels, Enameled Iron, Meccano Style, 80s
Italian Postmodern Valet Stand on Wheels, Enameled Iron, Meccano Style, 80s

Italian Postmodern Valet Stand on Wheels, Enameled Iron, Meccano Style, 80s

Located in Roma, IT

We are pleased to offer for sale a unique and decorative Postmodern valet stand. Almost certainly made in Italy—where it was sourced—this piece dates to the 1980s–1990s and remains o...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern 80s Vintage Coats

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Metal, Iron

Saint Laurent 1980s Glamour Purple Puff Sleeve Coat With Black Collar
Saint Laurent 1980s Glamour Purple Puff Sleeve Coat With Black Collar

Saint Laurent 1980s Glamour Purple Puff Sleeve Coat With Black Collar

By Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

With its long silhouette that tapers toward the bottom, this coat flatters various body types while showcasing dramatic puffy sleeves—a signature element of 80s fashion.

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1980s French 80s Vintage Coats

1980s James Galanos Rose Floral Print Silk Vintage 80s Dress + Swing Jacket
1980s James Galanos Rose Floral Print Silk Vintage 80s Dress + Swing Jacket

1980s James Galanos Rose Floral Print Silk Vintage 80s Dress + Swing Jacket

By James Galanos, Galanos

Located in San Diego, CA

Fabulous 1980s JAMES GALANOS Couture rose printed long sleeve silk dress and matching swing jacket ! The dress features vibrant colors of black, pink, coral, purple, green and white ...

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1980s American 80s Vintage Coats

Marmot Fur Coat by Maison Colette - French Circa 1980
Marmot Fur Coat by Maison Colette - French Circa 1980

Marmot Fur Coat by Maison Colette - French Circa 1980

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1970-1980 France A women's thick vintage fur coat in marmot (?) dating from the 70s or 80s. Three-quarter length coat with shawl collar and long sleeves, with three hooks for t...

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1970s French 80s Vintage Coats

Mid-Century Modern Black Coat Rack and Umbrella Stand, Italy, 1980
Mid-Century Modern Black Coat Rack and Umbrella Stand, Italy, 1980

Mid-Century Modern Black Coat Rack and Umbrella Stand, Italy, 1980

Located in Ljubljana, SI

80s Stylish Black Coat Rack and Umbrella Stand – A Perfect Addition to Any Home or Office!

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern 80s Vintage Coats

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Metal

Coat Hangers by Ingo Maurer for M Design, 80's
Coat Hangers by Ingo Maurer for M Design, 80's

Coat Hangers by Ingo Maurer for M Design, 80's

By M Design, Ingo Maurer

Located in Padova, IT

Set of 12 beautiful clothes hangers in refined black lacquered plastic. Originals from the early 80s perfectly reflect the style and signature of their creator. Elegant and soft desi...

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Late 20th Century German Modern 80s Vintage Coats

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Plastic

Italian Design Mirror Coat Rack, Three-Panel Glass and Black Lacquered Wood, 1980s
Italian Design Mirror Coat Rack, Three-Panel Glass and Black Lacquered Wood, 1980s

Italian Design Mirror Coat Rack, Three-Panel Glass and Black Lacquered Wood, 1980s

Located in bari, IT

Wall-mounted mirror-and-coat-rack panels of this kind are part of a distinctly Italian design language from the late 1970s and early 1980s, when entryway furniture shifted away from ...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern 80s Vintage Coats

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Mirror, Plastic

Four Italian Brass Coat Hook Model SE 314, designed By Ettore Sottsass, 80s
Four Italian Brass Coat Hook Model SE 314, designed By Ettore Sottsass, 80s

Four Italian Brass Coat Hook Model SE 314, designed By Ettore Sottsass, 80s

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Roma, IT

The items we offer are ambiguous, very glamorous, they have one foot in the 70s with the use of gold-plated brass and one in the 80s with their postmodern shape. Designed by Ettore S...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern 80s Vintage Coats

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Brass

Vintage Geoffrey Beene 80s Blue Black Boiled Wool Avant Garde Swing Jacket Coat
Vintage Geoffrey Beene 80s Blue Black Boiled Wool Avant Garde Swing Jacket Coat

Vintage Geoffrey Beene 80s Blue Black Boiled Wool Avant Garde Swing Jacket Coat

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing and important 1980s GEOFFREY BEENE teal aqua blue and black color block boiled wool swing jacket (almost looks like a cape ) ! Incredible amount of detail on this beauty, inc...

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1980s American 80s Vintage Coats

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80s Carolina Herrera Gold Matelasse Evening Coat
80s Carolina Herrera Gold Matelasse Evening Coat

80s Carolina Herrera Gold Matelasse Evening Coat

By Carolina Herrera

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Silk lurex blend, lightweight evening coat by Carolina Herrera circa 1980s. Palm leaf motif on loose, tunic style and unlined, Perfect cover up for any formal or semi formal event. ...

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1980s American 80s Vintage Coats

80s YSL Rive Gauche Purple Satin Evening Coat
80s YSL Rive Gauche Purple Satin Evening Coat

80s YSL Rive Gauche Purple Satin Evening Coat

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

New with tags circa 1980s purple satin evening coat by Yves Saint Laurent for Rive Gauche. Lined in red - in a silk acetate blend. Meant to be oversized with what appears to be pour...

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1980s French 80s Vintage Coats

80s YSL Ivory Wool Stylized Car Coat
80s YSL Ivory Wool Stylized Car Coat

80s YSL Ivory Wool Stylized Car Coat

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Practical and chic by the iconic Yves Saint Laurent. Ivory wool blazer cut car coat style with strong padded shoulders. Fully lined with slash pockets and bright brass buttons. Timel...

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1980s French 80s Vintage Coats

Terence Nolder Vintage 80s Patterned Wool Coat with Leather Trim
Terence Nolder Vintage 80s Patterned Wool Coat with Leather Trim

Terence Nolder Vintage 80s Patterned Wool Coat with Leather Trim

By Terence Nolder

Located in London, GB

Terence Nolder Vintage 80s Patterned Wool Coat with Leather Trim made in the UK.

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1980s British 80s Vintage Coats

Christian Dior 80s Royal Blue Fur Coat New Condition
Christian Dior 80s Royal Blue Fur Coat New Condition

Christian Dior 80s Royal Blue Fur Coat New Condition

By Christian Dior

Located in Verviers, BE

Exceptional Christian Dior Royal blue fur, c.1980. Leather striped, black lining. Marked: Christian Dior Boutique Fourrure Paris. Size: Bust:120 cm Waist:130 cm Sleeve Length: 60 ...

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1980s French 80s Vintage Coats

Gianfranco Ferré Raincoat - 80s
Gianfranco Ferré Raincoat - 80s

Gianfranco Ferré Raincoat - 80s

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Milano, IT

Gianfranco Ferré Raincoat is a rare outerwear from Ferré featuring a wide cape-style structure with side zipper openings and contrasting red interior piping. Each zipper and gold met...

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20th Century Italian 80s Vintage Coats

Vintage GUY LAROCHE 80s Ski Hooded PARKA Gray Red Jacket Down Feather Coat XL
Vintage GUY LAROCHE 80s Ski Hooded PARKA Gray Red Jacket Down Feather Coat XL

Vintage GUY LAROCHE 80s Ski Hooded PARKA Gray Red Jacket Down Feather Coat XL

By Guy Laroche

Located in Asheville, NC

Guy Laroche, 80's Designer Vintage, Paris/New York, Made in Taiwan, Polyester/Cotton Shell, Down, Feathers and Polyester Filler, Dual Metal Zipper, Button and Drawstring Tie Closures...

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1980s Taiwanese 80s Vintage Coats

Issey Miyake Permanente 80's cotton and linen cocoon draped Haori style duster
Issey Miyake Permanente 80's cotton and linen cocoon draped Haori style duster

Issey Miyake Permanente 80's cotton and linen cocoon draped Haori style duster

By Issey Miyake

Located in Milano, IT

Issey Miyake Permanente 1980's black mud cotton and linen cocoon draped Haori style duster coat made in Japan (M) Buttons neck closure Unlined No pockets Cotton and linen Made in...

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1980s Japanese 80s Vintage Coats

Illiard Vintage 80s Plastic Mac
Illiard Vintage 80s Plastic Mac

Illiard Vintage 80s Plastic Mac

Located in London, GB

Illiard Vintage 80s Plastic Mac made in the UK from PVC.

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1980s British 80s Vintage Coats

Vintage Geoffrey Beene Evening  Coat dress
Vintage Geoffrey Beene Evening  Coat dress

Vintage Geoffrey Beene Evening Coat dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York City, NY

Late 70's Early 80's Black silk coat dress with hot pink collar and cuffs.

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1970s American 80s Vintage Coats

Pierre Cardin Trench Coat
Pierre Cardin Trench Coat

Pierre Cardin Trench Coat

Unavailable

Size: Medium

Pierre Cardin Trench Coat

By Pierre Cardin

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Pierre Cardin trench coat. Dating back to the late 70s early 80s. Simply a staple coat in mint condition designed by Cardin.

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1970s French 80s Vintage Coats

Karl Lagerfeld 80's Coated Leather Gold Metal Spellout Logo Belt
Karl Lagerfeld 80's Coated Leather Gold Metal Spellout Logo Belt

Karl Lagerfeld 80's Coated Leather Gold Metal Spellout Logo Belt

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW

A bold piece of 80's power glamour from Karl Lagerfeld’s namesake line, this wide coated-leather belt delivers instant attitude and unmistakable haute heritage.

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1980s Italian 80s Vintage Coats

Alik Singer 80s Extreme Dolman Sleeve Cocoon Coat in Red
Alik Singer 80s Extreme Dolman Sleeve Cocoon Coat in Red

Alik Singer 80s Extreme Dolman Sleeve Cocoon Coat in Red

By Alik Singer

Located in Gresham, OR

All the Art Deco style from the 30s in an 80s coat! Large and oversized in cut it will fit a range of sizes from a 6 to 14.

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1980s American 80s Vintage Coats

Galanos Black Wool Coat with Patch Pockets
Galanos Black Wool Coat with Patch Pockets

Galanos Black Wool Coat with Patch Pockets

By James Galanos, Galanos

Located in Alford, MA

This Galanos '80s coat packs a powerful punch, from its broad padded shoulders to the extended large patch pockets w/flap.

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1980s American 80s Vintage Coats

Gianni Versace Couture quilted velvet swing coat
Gianni Versace Couture quilted velvet swing coat

Gianni Versace Couture quilted velvet swing coat

By Gianni Versace

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Versace Couture black velvet trapunto style quilted black velvet swing coat...Punches of colour define this 80s coat that will brighten any dull winter day...Black velvet has detaile...

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1980s Italian 80s Vintage Coats

Fendi 80s chequer Coat
Fendi 80s chequer Coat

Fendi 80s chequer Coat

By Fendi

Located in Carnate, IT

Fendi Coat. About 80s. In wool and mohair. Monogram lining.

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1980s Italian 80s Vintage Coats

80s Gianni Versace sheepskin Coat
80s Gianni Versace sheepskin Coat

80s Gianni Versace sheepskin Coat

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

Versace's collections in the 80s were characterized by vibrant colors, daring prints, and intricate patterns.

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1980s 80s Vintage Coats

Cream Courreges 80s Wool Smock Coat
Cream Courreges 80s Wool Smock Coat

Cream Courreges 80s Wool Smock Coat

By André Courrèges

Located in Gresham, OR

Courreges cream color 1980s wool smock coat with dolman sleeves, gathered cuff,large side slash pockets and a neck tie closure.

Size is a Courreges 00. Courreges manuf...

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1980s French 80s Vintage Coats

80s CHANEL black trench coat
80s CHANEL black trench coat

80s CHANEL black trench coat

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

80s Black Chanel trench coat. Missing belt and stains on side near the hem. see image # 6 Price has been adjusted accordingly.

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1980s French 80s Vintage Coats

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac woollen coat 80s
Jean-Charles de Castelbajac woollen coat 80s

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac woollen coat 80s

By Jean-Charles de Castelbajac

Located in Toulon, FR

France JC de Castelbajac labelled coat size 42 of the 80s. Fluffy wool of a polychrome plaid pattern.

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20th Century French 80s Vintage Coats

80s Navajo Style Blanket Coat w/ Beading
80s Navajo Style Blanket Coat w/ Beading

80s Navajo Style Blanket Coat w/ Beading

Located in Gresham, OR

A wonderful unisex coat of heavy wool Navajo blanket style fabric in black, aqua and navy designs and blue beading edging the designs--beading is continued on inside facing of the fr...

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1980s American 80s Vintage Coats

80s Cobalt Blue Wool Cocoon Coat
80s Cobalt Blue Wool Cocoon Coat

80s Cobalt Blue Wool Cocoon Coat

Located in Gresham, OR

A fun cobalt blue wool cocoon coat with patch pockets and side drape. Large size. Fits from US 10-14.

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1980s American 80s Vintage Coats

Vintage Pauline Trigere 80s Two-Tone Wool Coat
Vintage Pauline Trigere 80s Two-Tone Wool Coat

Vintage Pauline Trigere 80s Two-Tone Wool Coat

By Pauline Trigère

Located in Sparks, NV

Black wool Trigere coat with stand up collar and red trim contrast lining. A beautiful coat with a strong silhouette. Fully lined. Front button and snap closure. Front pockets. DE...

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1980s American 80s Vintage Coats

Fabulous 80's New Wave Motorcycle Jacket
Fabulous 80's New Wave Motorcycle Jacket

Fabulous 80's New Wave Motorcycle Jacket

Located in Gresham, OR

Fabulous 80's Nagel-Worthy Jacket. Made of pinstripe linen and leather. Marked French size 40. In excellent condition. Vroom

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1980s French 80s Vintage Coats

Pierre Cardin Vintage 1980s 80s Blue Boucle Wool Trench Coat
Pierre Cardin Vintage 1980s 80s Blue Boucle Wool Trench Coat

Pierre Cardin Vintage 1980s 80s Blue Boucle Wool Trench Coat

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Sparks, NV

Blue boucle wool trench coat with bold shoulders, front slit pockets, and a matching sash by Pierre Cardin. Fully lined in blue satin. Front button closure. This coat is a marked ...

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Late 20th Century 80s Vintage Coats

Vintage Raccoon + Brown Fox Fur 80s 1980s Full Length Full Coat
Vintage Raccoon + Brown Fox Fur 80s 1980s Full Length Full Coat

Vintage Raccoon + Brown Fox Fur 80s 1980s Full Length Full Coat

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous full length raccoon fur coat with brown fox fur sleeves and collar. Details Fully lined Front hook closure Circa: 1980s Estimated Size: M-L Fabric: Genuine Raccoon...

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Late 20th Century American 80s Vintage Coats

80s Neiman-Marcus Cobalt Blue Mongolian Lamb Coat
80s Neiman-Marcus Cobalt Blue Mongolian Lamb Coat

80s Neiman-Marcus Cobalt Blue Mongolian Lamb Coat

By Neiman Marcus

Located in Gresham, OR

Fabulous 80s Neiman-Marcus Mongolian lamb knee-length coat in vivid cobalt blue satin acetate lining.

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Late 20th Century American 80s Vintage Coats

Claude Montana Vintage 1980s 80s Color Block Avant Garde Wool Swing Coat
Claude Montana Vintage 1980s 80s Color Block Avant Garde Wool Swing Coat

Claude Montana Vintage 1980s 80s Color Block Avant Garde Wool Swing Coat

By Claude Montana

Located in Sparks, NV

One of our favorite coats of all time! Dramatic bell shaped swing coat by Claude Montana with black fold up sleeve cuffs and oversized front pockets that open on the interior of the ...

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Late 20th Century French 80s Vintage Coats

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80s Vintage Coats For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of 80s vintage coats available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for Black 80s vintage coats and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Pink, Gray and more. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. 80s vintage coats designed by Calvin Klein, Escada Margaretha Ley and Escada — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much are 80s Vintage Coats?

Prices for 80s vintage coats can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $240 and can go as high as $4,550, while these items, on average, fetch $795.

Finding the Right Coats-outerwear for You

There is a stylish garment for anywhere in the universe, and on 1stDibs, finding the right vintage and designer coats and outerwear doesn’t have to feel like a journey to the ends of the earth.

Outerwear includes many types of garments aside from the standard coat. From capes, gilets, jackets and cloaks to raincoats and kimonos, fashion designers have long been preparing us for the elements, and outerwear in general has changed and evolved significantly over time.

A lot of the coat styles in our closets, such as the durable Navy-inspired peacoat, were popularized by soldiers who battled aggressive climes in their regulation field jackets and parkas — indeed, keeping troopers comfortable guided the design of the military surplus garments that have often become buzzy fashion trends. Even today, owing to the likes of Burberry, a luxury fashion house that is among the originators of the trench coat worn by British officers during World War I, the trench remains a timeless style, now available in a range of colors that can be worn throughout the year.

While women in late 1700s England donned an adaptation of a men’s jacket called a spencer — the likeness of which could be spotted in Ralph Lauren’s ready-to-wear collections hundreds of years later — designers hadn’t widely been crafting outerwear specifically for women. Generally, the outerwear of choice for the fashionable, well-heeled lady prior to the 1800s usually consisted of capes, shawls and stoles. By the mid-1800s, women were wearing overcoats with multiple layered collars popularized by men (often called a Garrick coat in England), and as women entered the workforce during the 1920s, hemlines climbed, jewelry was prominent and fashion conventions were broken across the board.

Thankfully, the 20th century’s tradition of challenging the norm continues steadfast in today’s outerwear fashions. Contemporary designers certainly find inspiration in 1960s and 1970s coats by Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Bonnie Cashin, but unisex options abound in modern creations that take both function and style into account. Find what inspires you in the full range of vintage and designer coats and outerwear available for sale on 1stDibs.

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