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Art to Wear Handcrafted Macrame Tabard
Located in New York, NY
Striking and unusual hand crafted macrame vest from the 1970's. Made of nylon wrapped cording in fuschia and purple tones with Chinese knots and faience beads intertwined. 2 side kno...
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1960s American Clothing

Obiko Art to Wear Silk Embroidered Duster
Located in US
Burnout velvet duster is featured in neutral tones with a black embroidered trim along the opening and at the cuffs. Duster has embroidered roses throughout, pockets at the waist, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Coats and Outerwear

Western-Inspired Art-To-Wear Handwoven Black Boucle & Suede Fringed Jacket
Located in Gresham, OR
Kathleen Weir West Art-To-Wear Handwoven Black Boucle & Suede Fringed Jacket: Western - inspired
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21st Century and Contemporary American Jackets

Kaisik Wong, Obiko Art to Wear Ensemble with Jacket & Dress
By Kaisik Wong
Located in US
purchased at the San Francisco Art to Wear boutique, Obiko.
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1970s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

Torso Creations Art-To-Wear Woven & Embroidered Sarape Poncho in Vivid Colors
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Torso Creations Art-To-Wear Woven & Embroidered Sarape Poncho in Vivid Colors: This piece is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Ponchos

Kaisik Wong 4 Piece Obiko Art to Wear Gaucho Pants Ensemble
By Kaisik Wong
Located in US
. Originally purchased from the legendary San Francisco art to wear boutique, Obiko.
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Late 20th Century American Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Leni Hoch Art to Wear Verdigris Crinkled Metallic Silk Open Front Coat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Leni Hoch art to wear verdigris crinkled metallic silk, open front coat. Sheer bias cut crinkled
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1990s American Single-Breasted Jackets

CHIA JEN JENNIFER MACKEY Hand Printed Silk Art To Wear Jumpsuit OOAK
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: CHIA JEN JENNIFER MACKEY Hand Printed Silk Art To Wear Jumpsuit OOAK Brand
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21st Century and Contemporary American Jumpsuits

Koos Van Den Akker 1980s Black Wool Abstract Art To Wear Applique Coat Medium
By Koos Van den Akker
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
style. Marked size medium. In excellent wearable condition. All our clothing is dry cleaned and
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1980s American Coats

Torso Creations Camo Print Cotton & Hand-Crochet Halter Bralette
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
at neck and back to accommodate up to a Medium size. A crafty art-to-wear twist on military from our
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21st Century and Contemporary American Bikinis

Torso Creations Tie-Dye Cotton Fleece Hoodie w/ Hand-Knit Inset Details
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
spring art-to-wear collection!
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21st Century and Contemporary American Sweaters

1980s Jean Claude Jitrois Emerald Suede Jacket w/ Gathered Front & Large Foulard
Located in Gresham, OR
A striking 1980s Jean Claude Jitrois emerald green super-soft suede art-to-wear biker's jacket with
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1980s French Jackets

1970 Animal Rainbow - London Hooded Hippie Chic Feathered Wool Fairytale Cape
Located in Gresham, OR
pheasant feathers, ostrich feathers and ruffles giving a very organic feel to this stunning piece of art-to
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1970s British Capes

Torso Creations 3-Piece Black Chiffon and Floral Embroidered Bohemian Ensemble
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Art-To-Wear Torso Creations 3-piece ensemble in black silk and multicolor floral embroidered mesh
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21st Century and Contemporary American Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Couture Spring Pantsuit in Layered White Ribbed Organza w Floral Fabric Applique
Located in Gresham, OR
Art-To-Wear piece, crisp white Spring/Summer look in lightweight finely-striped organza with
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Early 2000s American Trouser Pant Suits

Carter Smith Shibori Obiko San Francisco 4 Piece Dress Ensemble
Located in US
Shibori Maxi Dress Ensemble from the legendary San Francisco Art to Wear Mecca, Obiko. Ensemble
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21st Century and Contemporary American Dress and Coat Ensembles

Michael Vollbrach Silk Screen Artisan Print Borzoi Batwing Tunic Blouse c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
back next to Michael's Vollbrach's silk screened name. Makes a very unique art to wear collectible
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Late 20th Century South Korean Blouses

1970s Alex & Lee Macramé Rope Belt
By Alex & Lee
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
the artists were then drawn west to San Francisco where they established their place in the Art to
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1970s American Belts

Levi's Levi Strauss Bum Bag Denim Crossbody
By Levi's
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Upcycled Sustainable Custom Art to Wear A great addition to any collection or a gift for the eco
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Late 20th Century American Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Judith Leiber Couture Crystal Zebra Stripe Minaudière with Chain
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, Judith Leiber elevates this clutch to wearable art. Dimensions: Approximately 7.5 inches wide × 4.75
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

A 1980s Extravagant Brass, Leather and Black Rope Italian Minaudière
Located in Aci Castello, IT
wearable art, designed to turn heads and elevate any evening or special occasion ensemble. Its compact size
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Late 20th Century European Evening Bags and Minaudières

Jean Paul Gaultier 2002 Soleil Portraits Long Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Hong Kong, HK
wearable art. Gaultier's ability to fuse high fashion with social commentary has earned him a revered place
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Early 2000s Day Dresses

Vivienne Westwood 1991-1992 Cupid dress
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Westwood's ability to translate timeless art into wearable masterpieces. Size: M Condition: 9/10, very good
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1990s Day Dresses

Bill Tice 1980s Lotus Flower Robe
By Bill Tice
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, making this robe a work of art. Whether you choose to wear it at home to lounge in style or take out the
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1980s Robes

Joseph Debach Art To Wear Hand Made Platform Shoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
work of art you can wear or display. Signed Joseph Debach- made in Rome.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Vintage Fiorella Mancini Stenciled Velvet Art to Wear Sheath Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage sheath dress from artist/clothing designer Fiorella Mancini and the Fiorella Gallery dates to the late 20th Century. It is made of black velvet that features amorphous creat...
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Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Dresses

Rei Kawakubo Protege Kei Ninomiya Intricate Black Woven Art To Wear Piece
By noir kei ninomiya
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Intricately woven and constructed by the protege of Comme Des Garcons Rei Kawakubo. Black interwoven silken strips ending in long, flowing fringe. Single button closure. a masterwork...
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21st Century and Contemporary Blouses

Avant Garde 90s Yohji Yamamoto Navy Blue Wool Blend Oversize Coat
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art to wear piece by legendary Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto circa 1990s. Navy blue wool blend
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1990s Japanese Coats

Jean Charles de Castelbajac Face Applique Jacket, 1980s
By Jean-Charles de Castelbajac
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art to wear from the artist/designer Jean Charles de Castelbajac. Signature humorous and ingenious
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1980s French Jackets

90s Yoshiki Hishinuma Purple and Turquoise Sheer Coat Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible art to wear piece by iconic Japanese designer Yoshiki Hishinuma. Deep purple and
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1990s Japanese Day Dresses

70s Hand Crafted Wool Patchwork Bell Bottom Ensemble
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adorableness times 10. From the advent of the DIY/Art to wear days. 1970s era handcrafted ensemble
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1970s Trouser Pant Suits

Roberto Capucci Black and Green Evening Ensemble with Bell
By Roberto Capucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
went on to create incredible pieces of art to wear. Late 60s/early 70s two piece outfit consisting of
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1960s Italian Evening Gowns

1994 Gianni Versace Couture Runway Metallic Gold Pleated Lamè High-Slit Gown
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
impeccable ability to create wearable art. A truly spectacular museum quality lifetime Gianni Versace gown
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1990s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1983 Carol Motty Art to wear coat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Unique art to wear coat 1983, by textile artist Carol Motty...of silicone, iridescent powders, cord
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1980s American Capes

1960s Art to Wear Crochet Coat
Located in Gresham, OR
impeccable condition. It is inspired by Japanese art and depicts, in it's asymmetric fluid style, water
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1960s Japanese Coats

Carter Shibori Art-To-Wear Tye-Dye Bias Dress
Located in US
Carter Shibori Art-To-Wear Tye-Dye Bias Dress -- Featured in a color combination of blues and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Day Dresses

Neiman-Marcus Asian Inspired Art to Wear Style Silk Gown
By Neiman Marcus
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Neiman-Marcus Asian inspired art to wear style silk print gown with black silk chiffon
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1970s English Informal Dresses

Michaele Vollbrach Art-To-Wear Stunning Coat
Located in Gresham, OR
An amazing, museum-worthy Michaele Vollbrach "Samurai" style hand-painted and quilted wool blanket coat with architectural draping and pleating. Silk lined and edged in thick band of...
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Late 20th Century American Cocoon Coats

1980s Michaele Vollbrach Art to Wear Jacket
By Michaele Vollbracht
Located in Gresham, OR
Artist Michaele Vollbrach silk/quilt print cropped jacket with dramatic sleeves.
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Late 20th Century American Bolero Jackets

Art to Wear Neil McBride Graphic Vest
Located in Gresham, OR
Neil McBride painted Tom Gilbey graphic print vest with silk back.
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20th Century English Vests

Torso Creations 1930s YoYo Quilt Art-To-Wear Jacket W/ Orange Mongolian Fur
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Torso Creations 1930s yo-yo quilt Art-To-Wear, flare-sleeve jacket or robe with orange Mongolian
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21st Century and Contemporary American Jackets

1990s SUsan Unger Art to wear painted velvet gown
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
dry cleaned and inspected for condition and is ready to wear...Any condition issues will be noted
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1990s American Maxi Dress

Kaisik Wong Wearable Art 4 Piece Ensemble
By Kaisik Wong
Located in US
Obiko, the legendary art to wear boutique in San Francisco.
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1980s American Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Augustina Fox, Mohair, Silver Lame Maxi Art Coat
Located in US
made, art to wear. Vintage 1980's. Labeled size M. Coat has minimal wears and is in excellent condition
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1980s American Coats and Outerwear

Marchesa di Gresy Tiger Print Mod Shift Dress
By I. Magnin, Marchesa
Located in Gresham, OR
Marchesa di Gresy for I.Magnin mod art to wear wool shift dress with an allover graphic tiger print.
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1960s American Shift Dresses

1980s Fortuny-Style Black Pleated Silk Caplet with Lavishly Embellished Epaulet
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1980s Art-to-wear Fortuny-style black silk pleated caplet with lavishly embellished sequined and
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1980s American Capes

Torso Creations Black & Silver Lurex Knit Bralette & Horsehair Crinoline Set
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
-edge style in this custom design. One of a kind art to wear with buttons down front of both pieces
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21st Century and Contemporary American Petticoats

Hand Painted Jersey Kaftan Dress
Located in US
Vintage Art to Wear 1970's jersey caftan dress by "Jordan" featutres a hand painted painted owl
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Torso Creations Red & Black Tie-Dye Cotton Hoodie w/ Spiral Hand-Knit Inset
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
with our spring art-to-wear collection!
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21st Century and Contemporary American Sweat Suits

Koos Van Den Akker-Peter DeWilde wool collage big coat 1990s
By Koos Van den Akker
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Koos Van Den Akker-Peter DeWilde wool collage big coat 1990s...Art to wear from Koos/DeWilde's
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1990s American Coats

Vintage Ellen Hauptli black Forutny pleated jacket with button shoulders 1990s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art to wear Ellen Hauptli black Fortuny pleated jacket, the shoulders button with tiny white
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1990s American Jackets

Avant-Garde Graphic Silk Quilted Print Artisan Jacket Bergdorf Goodman c 1980s
By Bergdorf Goodman, Bergdorf Goodman on The Plaza
Located in University City, MO
slight Asian style influence Makes a very striking one of a kind art to wear garment. Designed by
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1980s Cocoon Coats

Chester Weinberg Kimono Dress
By Chester Weinberg
Located in New Hope, PA
Wearable art, art to wear, however you look at it, take a good look at this amazing dress from
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

BOLHAGEN CAPE AND DRESS ENSEMBLE
Located in Alford, MA
throughout. Worn together or separately, this unique ensemble is truly art to wear. Dress is small size.
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1960s Dress and Coat Ensembles

Art Deco 1920's Mesh Bag. Whiting and Davis.
By Whiting & Davis
Located in University City, MO
the chain is 5.5 inches long. Such a pretty piece from the Art Deco era to wear and display. Looks
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1920s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Stella McCartney for Chloe Horse Graphic Runway Dress
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
create unique and appealing "wearable art". Bust: to 32"; waist: approx: 28"; hips: 36-38"; length: 38
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Alexander McQueen Botticelli Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Very collectible. Highly exhibitable. Wearable art. Bust: to 32"; waist: 24"; hips: 40" (full
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Gowns

1980s Art-to-Wear Silk Fringed and Beaded Ombré Caftan
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1980s Art-to-Wear "Santa Fe" style ombré silk caftan: Purple, teal, coral and black
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1980s American Kaftans

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Art To Wear For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary art to wear for your needs in our varied inventory. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Blue, Orange and more in stock now. Finding the perfect art to wear 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 Alex & Lee, Antonio Marras and Gucci are consistently popular. 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 is a Art To Wear?

The price for an art to wear starts at $245 and tops out at $5,800, and on average, selling for $800.
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    Today, royalty typically wear luxury and designer apparel and accessories. Often, royals choose pieces made by brands from their countries as a way to show national pride. For example, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, often sports clothing and accessories produced by British fashion houses such as Boden, Alexander McQueen, Mulberry and Alessandra Rich. Shop a large collection of apparel, bags, shoes and accessories on 1stDibs.
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    Many celebrities wear or have worn Givenchy. Audrey Hepburn, Ingrid Bergman and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis helped to make the French fashion house famous by frequently wearing Givenchy apparel. Today, the Kardashians, Kelly Rowland, Ne-Yo, Ciara, Beyoncé, Gal Gadot, Emma Stone, Rosamund Pike and Margot Robbie are just a few of the trendsetters who sport Givenchy pieces on and off the red carpet. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Givenchy apparel and accessories.
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    You can wear a bracelet in many different ways. Since there are no rules when it comes to jewelry, you can sport a single bracelet on either wrist or both wrists, or stack bracelets on both wrists. Feel free to experiment by layering different types of bracelets together on one arm. Explore a wide range of bracelets on 1stDibs.
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    Many famous people wear Panerai. Arnold Schwarzenegger is one of the best-known devotees of the Italian watchmaker and frequently sports various Panerai timepieces. Other notable people who have appeared in photographs wearing Panerai watches include Sylvester Stallone, Duane "The Rock" Johnson, Jason Statham, Bob Iger, Brad Pitt, Heidi Klum and Mike Piazza. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Panerai watches.
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    What wearing a necklace symbolizes varies based on the intentions of the person sporting it and the style of the necklace. There is no universal meaning for all necklaces. However, some types of necklaces have become associated with specific symbolism over the years. For example, a cross necklace often represents a person's Christian faith, while a heart necklace can serve as a symbol of love and affection. Keep in mind that many people select necklaces based on their appearance rather than the meaning they might carry. Explore a wide range of necklaces on 1stDibs.
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    You can wear bracelets on either wrist, but most people prefer to wear bracelets on their non-dominant hand so that the bracelets don't get in the way of doing things like writing.
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    There are several reasons why you should wear pearl earrings, although, like all fashion, jewelry is a matter of personal tastes and style. Pearls have timeless appeal and can be a good choice if you're looking for jewelry that will remain in style from season to season. In addition, pearl earrings are versatile. They can coordinate with your favorite jeans as easily as they can with a suit for work or a little black dress. Plus, pearl earrings come in a variety of sizes and styles. Ultimately, choose earrings that appeal to you and match your personal style, regardless of their materials. Find a large collection of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
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    There are lots of reasons why you should wear pearl earrings. For one thing, pearl earrings are a classic look that has remained popular for decades. They are also highly versatile. You can wear a pair with jeans or a little black dress for an evening out. There are also many styles to choose from, so you're free to experiment with everything from studs to hoops to dangle earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pearl earrings from some of the world's top dealers.
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    Queen Victoria influenced fashion quite a bit during her reign. However, only the wealthy women had the luxury of wearing classic Victorian garb: corsets beneath full-skirted silk and satin dresses. Wealthy men dressed just as elaborately as their female counterparts: suits with long frock coats and bow ties. Poor Victorians, on the other hand, tended to wear thin cotton or linen clothing.
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    When a man should wear cufflinks is largely up to him. However, cufflinks are generally expected for formal wear, and many men opt to sport them with blazers and suits as a part of their everyday business attire. You can feel free to wear a pair of cufflinks for casual occasions, too. Any time that you wear a shirt with French cuffs is an opportunity to accessorize with cufflinks. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of cufflinks.
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