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African Clothing

Vintage Traditional African Embroidery Black Shirt
Vintage Traditional African Embroidery Black Shirt

Vintage Traditional African Embroidery Black Shirt

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Traditional African Embroidery Black Shirt. Black cotton shirt embroidered with white

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1970s African Blouses and Tops

Spring 1994 Yves Saint Laurent YSL African Linen Jacket
Spring 1994 Yves Saint Laurent YSL African Linen Jacket

Spring 1994 Yves Saint Laurent YSL African Linen Jacket

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Paris, FR

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Spring 1994 African linen jacket featuring geometric pattern, linen/flax

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1990s French Jackets

UNWORN Blumarine Africa Print Cropped Capri Pants Trousers 40
UNWORN Blumarine Africa Print Cropped Capri Pants Trousers 40

UNWORN Blumarine Africa Print Cropped Capri Pants Trousers 40

By Blumarine

Located in Switzerland, CH

Fantastic print with Africa motives Fabric 1: 100% Cotton Fabric 2: 100% Silk Fabric 3: 97% Cotton, 3

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pants

African printed jersey dress Ken Scott
African printed jersey dress Ken Scott

African printed jersey dress Ken Scott

By Ken Scott

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

African printed jersey dress

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

Junya Watanabe African Print Shirt Dress 2009
Junya Watanabe African Print Shirt Dress 2009

Junya Watanabe African Print Shirt Dress 2009

By Junya Watanabe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Junya Watanabe Afrikaans panel shirt dress featuring bright blue knit sleeves and back panel, collar, and pleats. Collection 2009. ...

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Early 2000s Japanese Day Dresses

Vintage African Print , Ivory Coast Couture Shift Dress
Vintage African Print , Ivory Coast Couture Shift Dress

Vintage African Print , Ivory Coast Couture Shift Dress

Located in London, GB

A wonderful vintage cotton dress by Lumiere Couture of the Ivory Coast , Africa. The dress is in

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1960s Ivorian Day Dresses

1982 ISSEY MIYAKE African Samurai style RUNWAY top in woven mudcloth
1982 ISSEY MIYAKE African Samurai style RUNWAY top in woven mudcloth

1982 ISSEY MIYAKE African Samurai style RUNWAY top in woven mudcloth

By Issey Miyake

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Extremely rare Issey Miyake African Samurai-style tunic from the Fall 1982 runway collection. This

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1980s Japanese Tunics

Comme des Garcons African Print Coat SS 2008
Comme des Garcons African Print Coat SS 2008

Comme des Garcons African Print Coat SS 2008

By Comme des Garçons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

African hair print panels, double-breasted front with white buttons, 3/4 length sleeves, and asymmetrical

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20th Century Japanese Coats and Outerwear

MC African Indigo Cotton Duster Beach Coat With Handwoven Guate
MC African Indigo Cotton Duster Beach Coat With Handwoven Guate

MC African Indigo Cotton Duster Beach Coat With Handwoven Guate

Located in New York, NY

MORPHEW COLLECTION African Indigo Cotton Duster Beach Coat With Handwoven Guatemalan Panels MORPHEW

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Moroccan Caftan Maxi Dress Kaftan Handmade in Morocco Africa
Moroccan Caftan Maxi Dress Kaftan Handmade in Morocco Africa

Moroccan Caftan Maxi Dress Kaftan Handmade in Morocco Africa

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

vintage exotic 1970s ceremonial caftan gown from North Africa, Morocco. This maxi dress caftan is made in

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20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

MC Purple African Indigo Unisex Duster Beach Coat With South Am
MC Purple African Indigo Unisex Duster Beach Coat With South Am

MC Purple African Indigo Unisex Duster Beach Coat With South Am

Located in New York, NY

MORPHEW COLLECTION Purple African Indigo Unisex Duster Beach Coat With South American Hand Done

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Yves Saint Laurent Unworn Beaded African Dress
Yves Saint Laurent Unworn Beaded African Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Unworn Beaded African Dress

By Alber Elbaz

Located in New York, NY

This semisheer dress is Alber Elbaz's contemporized take on Yves Saint Laurent influential African

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1990s French Evening Gowns

Stella Jean African-style T-shirt in red and blue
Stella Jean African-style T-shirt in red and blue

Stella Jean African-style T-shirt in red and blue

$216Sale Price|20% Off

Size: 38-40

Stella Jean African-style T-shirt in red and blue

By Stella Jean

Located in Milano, IT

Embark on a sartorial journey to the heart of Africa with the STELLA Jean T-shirt from the circa

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2010s Italian T-Shirts

Berber Tribal North Africa Moroccan Burnous Wool Cape
Berber Tribal North Africa Moroccan Burnous Wool Cape

Berber Tribal North Africa Moroccan Burnous Wool Cape

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

natural organic wool colors. The burnus (also called a selham) is long, hooded cloak worn in North Africa

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20th Century Moroccan Burnous

Moroccan Brocade Caftan Maxi Dress Kaftan Handmade in Morocco Africa
Moroccan Brocade Caftan Maxi Dress Kaftan Handmade in Morocco Africa

Moroccan Brocade Caftan Maxi Dress Kaftan Handmade in Morocco Africa

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

and red trim handmade in North Africa, Morocco. The luminous red and gold metallic caftan is made in a

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20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

Moroccan Caftan from North Africa, Morocco, Vintage Gold Kaftan, 1970
Moroccan Caftan from North Africa, Morocco, Vintage Gold Kaftan, 1970

Moroccan Caftan from North Africa, Morocco, Vintage Gold Kaftan, 1970

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

ceremonial caftan from North Africa, Morocco. Vintage exotic 1970s gold and silver brocade caftan gown. The

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1970s Moroccan Kaftans

Ceremonial kaftan from Fez in gold thread brocade - Morocco, 19th century
Ceremonial kaftan from Fez in gold thread brocade - Morocco, 19th century

Ceremonial kaftan from Fez in gold thread brocade - Morocco, 19th century

Located in Toulon, FR

Second half of the 19th century Morocco Rare ceremonial kaftan from Fez in gold thread brocade dating from the 19th century. Here, the banyan-style cut differs from 20th-century kaft...

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Mid-19th Century North African Caftans

Off-white silk chiffon cocktail dress with white embroideries Elie Saab
Off-white silk chiffon cocktail dress with white embroideries Elie Saab

Off-white silk chiffon cocktail dress with white embroideries Elie Saab

By Elie Saab

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white silk chiffon cocktail dress with white beads and chiffon flowers embroideries on a tulle base. Branded and visible zip in the middle back. See-throught. Pockets. Fabric com...

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21st Century and Contemporary African Cocktail Dresses

Black cotton skirt-suit with white laces LOVE MOSCHINO New
Black cotton skirt-suit with white laces LOVE MOSCHINO New

Black cotton skirt-suit with white laces LOVE MOSCHINO New

By Love Moschino

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black cotton skirt-suit with white laces. Fabric composition: 96% cotton, 4% elastane. Lining: 95% polyester, 5% elastane. Thin shoulder pad. One Branded button and buttonhole closu...

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2010s African Skirt Suits

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Women's Tribal African Loin Cloth/Skirt with Cowrie Shells
Women's Tribal African Loin Cloth/Skirt with Cowrie Shells

Women's Tribal African Loin Cloth/Skirt with Cowrie Shells

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this authentic women's tribal African loin cloth/skirt made of leather, multi

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20th Century Skirts

1980's Mink Trimmed Crocodile Vest
1980's Mink Trimmed Crocodile Vest

1980's Mink Trimmed Crocodile Vest

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This extraordinary 1980's mink trimmed crocodile vest looks incredible with a fitted black turtleneck and black leggings. Add an ankle boot for lunch at L’Avenue and a stroll down Av...

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1960s South African Clothing

Hermes 2015 Spring-summer Runway African Print Over-sized Silk Dress FR34
Hermes 2015 Spring-summer Runway African Print Over-sized Silk Dress FR34

Hermes 2015 Spring-summer Runway African Print Over-sized Silk Dress FR34

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong

African print is full of ethnic vibe. Slip on and over-sized cut perfectly fits any size and you can use

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21st Century and Contemporary French Casual Dresses

1980s Jean Patou African Print Ensemble by Lacroix
1980s Jean Patou African Print Ensemble by Lacroix

1980s Jean Patou African Print Ensemble by Lacroix

By Jean Patou

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This remarkable silk African print Top and Skirt ensemble believed to have been designed by

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1980s French Dress and Coat Ensembles

African Indigo Cotton Dress
African Indigo Cotton Dress

African Indigo Cotton Dress

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African Indigo Cotton Dress

Located in New York, NY

made from antique hand tie-dyed indigo fabric from west Africa. This dress is cut loose and easy

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20th Century Central African Day Dresses

African Block Printed Cotton Tunic Dress
African Block Printed Cotton Tunic Dress

African Block Printed Cotton Tunic Dress

Located in New York, NY

beads. Made from handwoven west African fabric printed by hand.

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Late 20th Century Central African Day Dresses

White cotton Africa T-shirt NWOT
White cotton Africa T-shirt NWOT

White cotton Africa T-shirt NWOT

Located in Capri, IT

White cotton Africa T-shirt totally made in italy size L

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shirts

Very Rare African Beaded Net Top
Very Rare African Beaded Net Top

Very Rare African Beaded Net Top

Located in New York, NY

Africa. They are not known for making beaded garments, just jewelry, so he asked them to create this, a

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Late 20th Century Shirts

Unisex Hand Dyed West African Indigo Pants
Unisex Hand Dyed West African Indigo Pants

Unisex Hand Dyed West African Indigo Pants

Located in New York, NY

Pants have elastic in the back and sides with a wrap design which ties in the front to allow for varying sizes.

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2010s American Pants

"Out of Africa"  Cashmere Sweater
"Out of Africa"  Cashmere Sweater

"Out of Africa" Cashmere Sweater

By Pat Baldwin

Located in New Hope, PA

This charming vintage Dalton super-soft cashmere sweater was embellished by the Pat Baldwin Company in the 1950's. Cherry red velvet ribbon edges the collar, front and cuffs of the s...

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1950s American Cardigans

Shamask African Inspired Sheath
Shamask African Inspired Sheath

Shamask African Inspired Sheath

By Ronaldus Shamask

Located in New York, NY

Ronaldus Shamask, painterly, abstract pattern, African inspired sheath dress. Earth tone, bateau

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1980s American Sheath Dresses

Junya Watanabe Green African Print Dress 2009
Junya Watanabe Green African Print Dress 2009

Junya Watanabe Green African Print Dress 2009

By Junya Watanabe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Junya Watanabe Afrikaans print pleated dress featuring asymmetrical draping, high-low hemline, and one shawl sleeve. Collection 200...

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Early 2000s Japanese Day Dresses

Y-3 South African Football Field Mid Exclusive Size 7.5 Green Sneakers
Y-3 South African Football Field Mid Exclusive Size 7.5 Green Sneakers

Y-3 South African Football Field Mid Exclusive Size 7.5 Green Sneakers

By Y-3 YOHJI YAMAMOTO

Located in San Francisco, CA

Y-3 sneakers come in green tones, with golden and yellow details and high top. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 7.5 US Measurements: Outsole: 11 x 2.5 in.

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Late 20th Century Shoes

CDG Blue & African Print Coat 2008
CDG Blue & African Print Coat 2008

CDG Blue & African Print Coat 2008

By Comme des Garçons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Comme des Garcons blue double breasted coat featuring white buttons and an abstract double layer of a pink and brown hair print and brown and white stripe fabric that drapes ...

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Early 2000s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

Yves Saint Laurent African Dancer print dress
Yves Saint Laurent African Dancer print dress

Yves Saint Laurent African Dancer print dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

African print cotton Yves Saint Laurent gown from spring 1991. One strap at left shoulder. Gown

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Late 20th Century French Cocktail Dresses

HERMES vest rare scarf print TANZANIE  African animals  40  6
HERMES vest rare scarf print TANZANIE  African animals  40  6

HERMES vest rare scarf print TANZANIE African animals 40 6

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Robert Dallet. Depicts East African Serengeti scenes - beautiful! 6 embossed grey buttons. Embossed

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Late 20th Century French Vests

1970s African Viscose Batik Maxi Dress with Lace
1970s African Viscose Batik Maxi Dress with Lace

1970s African Viscose Batik Maxi Dress with Lace

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Handmade 1970s African viscose bohemian printed maxi dress. Viscose batik with dramatic cream

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1970s Unknown Maxi Dresses

Burke-Amey African Inspired Print Dress
Burke-Amey African Inspired Print Dress

Burke-Amey African Inspired Print Dress

By Burke-Amey

Located in New York, NY

Burke-Amey, empire waist dress with a combination of an abstract and figural, tribal inspired print. Batieau neckline and chiffon bodice , The rest of the dress is a textured cot...

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1960s American Empire Waist Dresses

MC Blue & Orange Cotton Up-Cycled African Indigo Vintage Fabric
MC Blue & Orange Cotton Up-Cycled African Indigo Vintage Fabric

MC Blue & Orange Cotton Up-Cycled African Indigo Vintage Fabric

Located in New York, NY

story of the piece. MORPHEW COLLECTION Blue & Orange Cotton Up-Cycled African Indigo Vintage Fabric

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

North Africa Berber Ethnic Moroccan Burnous Brown Wool Cape
North Africa Berber Ethnic Moroccan Burnous Brown Wool Cape

North Africa Berber Ethnic Moroccan Burnous Brown Wool Cape

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

burnus (also called a selham) is long, hooded cloak worn in North Africa and the Middle East. The hood is

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Capes

North Africa Moroccan Berber Tribal Burnous Brown Wool Cape
North Africa Moroccan Berber Tribal Burnous Brown Wool Cape

North Africa Moroccan Berber Tribal Burnous Brown Wool Cape

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

burnus (also called a selham) is long, hooded cloak worn in North Africa and the Middle East. The hood is

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1950s Moroccan Capes

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Pearl Mink Fur Wrap Shrug Shawl Stole 1960s

Pearl Mink Fur Wrap Shrug Shawl Stole 1960s

Located in Wallkill, NY

Soft and supple Mink wrap. Old Hollywood on this fabulous Shrug - It has attached armholes (Photographed) and take a look at the pinched Collar on it. Will fit a 2-6 nicely - Measuri...

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1960s Jackets

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2009 "Natural Dis-Tinction" Skeleton Kaleidoscope Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2009 "Natural Dis-Tinction" Designer: Alexander...

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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dress

Navy blue leather, suede and rope high heel sandals John Galliano for Dior
Navy blue leather, suede and rope high heel sandals John Galliano for Dior

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By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Navy blue leather, suede and rope high heel sandals. The rope wraps around the ankle and ties. Heel hight = 12 cm Plateform = 3,5 cm SHOE SIZE = 37 John Galliano for Dior aera ( 19...

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Early 2000s Italian High Heels

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Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar

Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar

Located in Amsterdam, NL

We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...

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20th Century German Skirt Suits

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By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

100% Viscose Fancy print Green color With folds Maximum length cm 100 (39,3 inches)

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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New Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Fall 2002 Size 38.5 / 8.5 Corset Heels YSL

New Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Fall 2002 Size 38.5 / 8.5 Corset Heels YSL

By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Step into early-2000s runway glamour with these ultra-rare vintage Yves Saint Laurent slingback heels from Tom Ford’s iconic Fall 2002 collection. Crafted in sumptuous yellow silk s...

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Early 2000s Italian Shoes

Fall 2005 Alexander McQueen 'The Man Who Knew Too Much' Full Lace Back Dr Runway
Fall 2005 Alexander McQueen 'The Man Who Knew Too Much' Full Lace Back Dr Runway

Fall 2005 Alexander McQueen 'The Man Who Knew Too Much' Full Lace Back Dr Runway

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

BLACK SILK JERSEY DRESS FROM ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2005 WITH A LOW LACE BACK This is a stunning evening dress made of black stretch jersey with sheer lace on the back. This gorgeous, ic...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

The little black dress by Chanel  black and white silk  Sculpted figure
The little black dress by Chanel  black and white silk  Sculpted figure

The little black dress by Chanel black and white silk Sculpted figure

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Absence of vulgarity was central to Chanel’s definition of luxury, a view formed during her impoverished early life. Born in 1883 in Saumur, France, as Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel, she ...

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1990s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano 2001 Chris 1947 Cadillac Denim Saddle Bag
UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano 2001 Chris 1947 Cadillac Denim Saddle Bag

UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano 2001 Chris 1947 Cadillac Denim Saddle Bag

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Switzerland, CH

A very rare Cadillac denim bag designed by John Galliano for Christian Dior Fall 2001 collection Featured on the runway and in the AD campaign Special piece, produced in a very limit...

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Early 2000s French Shoulder Bags

F/W 2000 DOLCE & GABBANA sheer hot pink gown
F/W 2000 DOLCE & GABBANA sheer hot pink gown

F/W 2000 DOLCE & GABBANA sheer hot pink gown

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Austin, TX

F/W 2000 DOLCE & GABBANA sheer hot pink gown  Chest: 30-38", Waist: 20-32", Hips: 30-46", Length: 67-85" with adjustable tie straps sz 6

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Blue Crochet and Chainmail Dress, SS 2001
Christian Dior by John Galliano Blue Crochet and Chainmail Dress, SS 2001

Christian Dior by John Galliano Blue Crochet and Chainmail Dress, SS 2001

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

This Christian Dior dress from the Spring-Summer 2001 collection, designed by John Galliano, combines hand-crocheted textile with industrial chainmail, reflecting the designer’s fusi...

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S/S 1999 Roberto Cavalli Sheer Zebra Slip Dress

S/S 1999 Roberto Cavalli Sheer Zebra Slip Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Austin, TX

S/S 1999 Roberto Cavalli Sheer Zebra Slip Dress Chest: 32-36", Waist: 30-36, Hips: 40-49", Length: 54.5" Condition: Excellent Size S ( fits S - M )

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting an incredible cream Gianni Versace butterfly skirt, designed by Gianni Versace. From the Spring/Summer 1995 collection, this butterfly print debuted on the season's runway...

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1990s Italian Pencil Skirts

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By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Chicago, IL

Tom Ford, for his first collection for Yves Saint Laurent/Rive Gauche while also creative director at Gucci, designed this Spring/Summer 2001 black two-layer peek-a-boo delphos-silho...

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Alexander McQueen denim button-down dress fw 1996

$2,428

Size: IT 40 - FR 36 - UK 8 - US 4

Alexander McQueen denim button-down dress fw 1996

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Vintage Alexander McQueen button-down dress. One of his earliest collections when Alexander McQueen himself was the designer and had a denim line

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Finest North American White Lynx Belly Full Length Hood Fur Coat

Finest North American White Lynx Belly Full Length Hood Fur Coat

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Wrap yourself in luxury with this stunning finest North American white lynx belly fur coat. Crafted from the purest white lynx fur, sourced from North America and expertly handcrafte...

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African Clothing For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary piece of african clothing you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Purple and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect item from our selection of african clothing may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Morphew, Yves Saint Laurent and Comme des Garçons are consistently popular. Finding a choice in our collection of african clothing for sale for women should be easy, but there are 31 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is an African Clothing?

The price for a piece of african clothing starts at $51 and tops out at $16,500, and on average, selling for $688.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

Questions About African Clothing
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    African Kuba cloth is woven fabric made of raffia fiber that originates from the Democratic Republic of Congo. After weaving, the material undergoes a hand-tufting process that gives it colorful geometric patterns. Find a variety of Kuba cloth rugs, wall hangings and decorative objects on 1stDibs.

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