1970s Faux Astrakhan Midi Coat with Cape
Located in Alford, MA
Black faux astrakhan coat that features a detachable cape. The fitted, princess-style body is single breasted and fastens with 8 black stone and silver buttons up to the collared nec...
1970s Faux Astrakhan Midi Coat with Cape
Located in Alford, MA
Black faux astrakhan coat that features a detachable cape. The fitted, princess-style body is single breasted and fastens with 8 black stone and silver buttons up to the collared nec...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Grey Faux Astrakhan Fur and Black Velvet Jacket, c. 1992
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Munich, DE
Unusual and rare vintage Yves Saint Laurent charcoal grey faux fur Persian lamb or Astrakhan coat with black velvet collar, cuffs and edging probably from the Fall 1992 ready-to-wear...
Collection Privée Vintage Beige Astrakhan Shearling Coat -'60s
Located in Milano, Lombardia
An elegant vintage coat crafted from Karakul (Persian lamb) fur, also known as Astrakhan, defined by its signature tightly curled, wavy and naturally sculpted texture.
Reversible Golden Beige Astrakhan Fur Coat - 1960s French Bespoke
Located in PARIS, FR
A rare 1960s long coat made of genuine beige astrakhan. While most astrakhan is naturally black or grey, this light beige shade is an exceptional natural variation, making it a highl...
$459Sale Price|44% Off
Black Leather Mink Persian Lamb/Astrakhan Fur Coat
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This rare vintage jacket is made from leather designed with persian Lamb fur and trimmed with mink fur. We offer more luxury fur items, view our frontstore. Details: Color: black F...
1950’s Neiman Marcus Midnight Blue Astrakhan Hooded Russian Princess Fur Coat
By Neiman Marcus
Located in Sheffield, GB
An exceptional 1950’s Karakul Lamb Coat, crafted in a beautiful supple midnight blue Astrakhan fur, featuring hussar style button closure, bracelet length sleeves, large pockets at t...
HOCUS POCUS goat & astrakhan fur vintage antique piece
Located in PARIS, FR
A striking 1950s collector’s coat made of genuine black astrakhan fur. The body features the signature tightly curled texture of astrakhan, providing a natural glossy finish and a st...
Minimal 2 Shiny Astrakhan Fur 1960s
Located in PARIS, FR
Skin: Astrakhan Karakul Scientific name: Ovis aries Color: Black, shiny (Dyed) Sleeves: Long Pockets: None Fastenings: Hook & eye fastenings Lining: Black silk Designer: French furr...
$1,373Sale Price|20% Off
Elegant Silver Grey Persian Lamb Cape Coat with Fox
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage astrakhan/persian lamb coat trimmed with grey fox cuffs Rare to find model We offer more exclusive fur, view our frontstore Details: The coat has 3 closing hooks , F...
Gianni Versace black quilted down leather dress coat and belt, fw 1992
By Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
Gianni Versace, black quilted down leather dress coat trimmed with astrakhan with gilt embellishments, paired with black leather croc embossed belt with gold medusa coins and studs.
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1960s Kasty Coat made of astrakan and mink
Located in Paris, IDF
Long black astrakhan coat with a mink collar signed Kasty, who was a Parisian furrier.
Black Astrakhan Furml5 Fur Coat
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Fur-Top Astrakhan Coat This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned.
Gianni Versace, Bondage jacket with astrakhan collar, Autumn/Winter 1992
By Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
A Gianni Versace black leather Bondage jacket from Gianni Versace's Autumn/Winter 1992 Bondage collection. Featuring a pointed collar, long sleeves, a front zip fastening, front flap...
Vintage Persian Lamb Astrakhan Fur Coat
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This coat has 2 pockets, 1 hook at the collar, 3 closing hooks with 6 decorative buttons. The fur is soft and in good vintage condition The size is aproxx. eu 38/40, us 8/10 medium,...
Beautiful Black Persian Lamb/Astrakhan/Leather Fur Coat
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The vintage coat has 2 pockets, 1 closing hook at the collar and 3 hooks at the front. Black lamb fur with black leather panels. Size fits as medium/large The belt is not part of the...
Leather and Astrakhan Fur Vest
Located in New York, NY
Versatile and easy to wear for both a man and a woman. Strips of astrakhan sheep fur and leather have been sewn together creating horizontal bands of contrast from shine to texture.
Black Astrakhan/Persian Lamb with Fox Fur sleeves
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Black persian lamb with artic fox fur sleeves. We offer more Persian lamb fur items, view our frontstore. Details: This vintage coat in Art-Deco style has 1 closing button, 4 closi...
Vintage Nina Ricci Haute Couture Off White Karakul Astrakhan Cream Jacket
By Nina Ricci
Located in Sheffield, GB
Beautiful Vintage Nina Ricci Haute Couture Jacket circa 1960. An Elegant off-white coloured 'NINA RICCI' Persian Lamb fur Jacket, with a nipped waist, bracelet length sleeves and ne...
Sonia Rykiel fur coat
By Sonia Rykiel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
SONIA RYKIEL - (Made in France) Black fox and Astrakhan fur coat with 3/4 sleeves. Size 40 FR indicated.
1920's Vintage Astrakhan Coat
Located in London, GB
Astrakhan coat with cropped sleeves, a contrasting fur round collar and concealed hook fastening.
Elegant black Persian lamb/astrakhan fur coat with fox
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage black Persian Lamb/Astrakhan coat has black fox cuffs and comes with a belt made from the same Astrakhan and fox, The coat has 5 hooks , 4 buttons, 1 closing hook at th...
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Size: UK 8- 12 (Medium)
Superb 1970’s Tailored Grey Astrakhan Karakul Lamb Shearling Long Fur Coat
Located in Sheffield, GB
A decadent 1970’s Astrakhan coat. Crafted from huge, silky soft astrakhan shearling pelts with lambskin leather inner trim, grey satin rayon lining and farrier hook closure down the ...
Elena Benarroch Black Persian Lamb Astrakhan three quarters Fur Coat
By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
This special vintage persian lamb coat is from karakul lambs. 100% Astrakhan Lamb Fur (Outer), 100% Silk (Lining) The coat has 2 pockets and 1 hooks.
Black Swakara Persian Lamb Astrakhan Fur Coat
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This special vintage persian lamb coat is from south west African karakul lambs. The coat has 2 pockets and 3 hooks. From atelier J. Ascarez , Belgium. The size is about eu 38/40 or ...
Elegant astrakhan/lamb coat with fox fur collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This light pearl grey color astrakhan/lamb coat is with a matching beautiful fox fur collar and has a leather belt It has 2 pockets, 3 hooks and a closing hook at the collar..
Patrick Kelly Asymetrical Minimalist Black Astrakhan Fur Coat
By Patrick Kelly
Located in New York, NY
This is a luxurious black astrakhan fur by Patrick Kelly. The garment is made to be oversized and cozy.
Ultra-Heavyweight Astrakhan Trapeze Swing Coat, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Car (mid-thigh) length swing coat with pointed fan collar and pinned turnback bracelet sleeves with hidden elastic cuffs.
Blue Persian lamb/Astrakhan fur coat with detachable sleeves
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This coat is made from Persian lamb fur with detachable leather sleeves which closes with a zipper. Color: Blue (dyed) It has 2 velvet pockets, 2 buttons at the collar and 3 closing ...
1993 COMME DES GARCONS Astrakhan runway coat with oversized shoulders
By Rei Kawakubo
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black coat with faux Astrakhan sleeves and oversized shoulders designed by Rei Kawakubo for Comme Des Garcons exactly as seen on the fall 1993 runway show.
1993 GIANNI VERSACE olive shearling runwy coat with Astrakhan trim
By Gianni Versace
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning deep olive green shearling runway coat with Astrakhan trim collar and turn up cuffs with corset detailing, asymmetrical hemline and jeweled gilt Medusa buttons from Gianni V...
Exquisite Vintage 1990s Unsigned Chocolate Brown Astrakhan Fur Hooded Coat
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
If you can’t resist the allure of fur, embrace it responsibly with vintage. This exquisite 1990s coat is crafted from genuine, high-quality glossy Astrakhan fur in sumptuous shades o...
Rare blue purple Persian lamb/Astrakhan fur coat with soft leather
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This coat is in very good condition and made from very soft leather with persian Lamb fur. Color is Blue/ purple It has 2 pockets, 1 button and 3 closing hooks. size is about medium
1960s Blonde Astrakhan Princess Fur Coat w Lush Fox Fur Trim & Adolfo Fox Hat
By Adolfo, Adolfo II
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Blonde Astrakhan Princess Fur Coat w Lush Norwegian Fox Fur Trim & Adolfo Norwegian Fox Hat: A-line cut with 3/4 sleeves, funnel neck and deliciously plush Norwegian fox trim.
FENDI c.1980's KARL LAGERFELD Chinchilla Astrakhan Lamb Fur Reversible Coat
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Thiensville, WI
Fendi c.1980's dark green dyed chinchilla and light gray-green astrakhan / persian lamb fur coat. Genuine chinchilla fur with astrakhan / persian lamb fur filigree design.
1960s Taupe Persian Lamb Astrakhan Fur Coat With Brown Mink Fur Collar And Hem
Located in Munich, DE
Amazing taupe (brown-grey) genuine Persian lamb or astrakhan fur coat with light brown mink fur collar and hem.
black astrakhan/persian lamb fur jacket
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This jacket is made from young Karakul fur and light to wear. It has 2 pockets and 3 closing hooks. The size fits about eu 38
AZZEDINE ALAIA dark brown 'Astrakhan' fur jacket
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Deep chocolate brown 'Astrakhan' fur from Azzedine Alaia dating to the late 1980's. Fits a US 2 or 4 (extremely narrow through the waist/rib cage). Fully lined. Button closure. Made ...
Silver Leather Persian Lamb/Astrakhan Fur Jacket
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage jacket is made from leather designed with persian Lamb fur. Color: silver in pre-owned condition, some little spots on the leather, see photos. It has 2 pockets and a zi...
Black persian lamb/astrakhan trimmed with fox fur
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage coat has 1 closing button at the collar , 3 closing hooks and 2 pockets. The coat is slightly worn at the front The size fits like EU 40 / US10
Black persian Lamb/Astrakhan fur jacket with fox details
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This jacket has flaired sleeves with black fox cuffs. It has a fox collar, 2 hooks and an inside pocket. It is from the atelier Gerson in Germany. Size is about EU 36-38
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Size: none; comparable to size large
Black A-Line Astrakhan Fur Jacket with Silver Mink Collar – Large, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Contrasts and textures abound in this striking vintage gem, whose rare larger size and modern cut lend life beyond its age. Still lustrous and supple, the astrakhan’s deep black pood...
Persian Lamb Astrakhan - Mink fur Car coat Jacket Grey Large Vintage
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning vintage 1960s Persian Car Coat. Gray Persian Lamb with Mink Accents on collar and cuffs. Large Deep Pockets. This is a bigger jacket and will fit a size 12-14 nicely. Button...
1980s Christian Dior Astrakhan Coat
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, IDF
Gorgeous gray and black Astrakhan Coat designed by Christian Dior Boutique Fourrure, with large frogged buttons of black leather.
1940s Astrakhan Swing Coat
Located in London, GB
This is an amazing swing coat from the 40s, made out of astrakhan, which is a very high quality fur.
Important Fall 1991 Collection Alaia 'Astrakhan' Faux Fur Coat
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Rockwood, ON
This deep brown faux fur coat that is done to give the appearance of an 'Astrakhan' fur is a very rare piece indeed.
Assunta Roma Artisanal Black Brown Astrakhan Mink Fur Coat 1980s
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Vintage fur signed Assunta Roma, black color, 100% Astrakhan. Black coat, collar and cuffs in brown mink, geometric designs along the coat, button closure.
80s Genny Vintage black leather open coat with astrakhan fur
By Genny
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Genny black leather open coat edged with astrakhan fur. Shawl collar and long sleeves.
80s Genny Vintage black leather open coat with astrakhan fur
By Genny
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Genny black leather open coat edged with astrakhan fur. Shawl collar and long sleeves.
1980s Genny by Versace Black Astrakhan Fur Dress Coat
By Genny
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Genny By Gianni Versace vintage 80s coat with Astrakhan fur inserts. The fur inserts are placed on the neck, on the waist and on the cuffs.
Vintage Black Astrakhan Fur Coat Long Women 80s
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Elegant handcrafted coat in real black astrakhan fur, with a classic and refined cut.
Maximilian Karakul - Astrakhan fur opera/day lenght coat - zipp off bottom
By Maximilian
Located in New York, NY
Most amazing feature of this coat is that has concealed zipper at approximately 15" from the bottom. So you cam zipp of entire 15" off and have amazing day coat with a length of 41"...
Schiaparelli 1950's Astrakhan + Mink Fur coat
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Lovely 1950s/60s Elsa Schiaparelli fur coat. BEAUTIFUL find! Short, cropped Persian lamb fur body with 3/4 sleeves, wide cut and MASSIVE lamb-backed mink collar. Also features double...
1970's HALSTON for I. Magnin fur coat with suede trim
By Halston
Located in San Fransisco, CA
A 1970s Halston for I. Magnin fur coat with suede trim, cut in the long, clean line Halston favored during the decade. The body falls straight from the shoulders with little interrup...
Coat Yves Saint Laurent Russian collection 1976
Located in Carnate, IT
Coat Yves Saint Laurent Russian collection 1976, no longer has the label with the composition, but should be wool. Size 40 French in very good condition. Shoulders 42 cm Breast 48 ...
Chic Vintage Louis Feraud Coat
By Louis Feraud
Located in London, GB
A stylish and practical vibtage coat by Louis Feraud. The coat has wonderful tailoring, and is double breasted with faux pockets and epaulettes. It is fully lined with a 20 ' vent a...
1970s Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Prune Mink Fur Coat with YSL Logo Lining
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
A striking 1970s vintage Yves Saint Laurent mink fur coat in a deep prune / aubergine-brown tone, with a beautifully understated, luxurious silhouette. The coat features a softly rou...
Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Vintage Velvet Jacket 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in PARIS, Paris
Black velvet jacket by Yves Saint Laurent, dating to the 1970s. Made in France. The jacket features puffed shoulders with shoulder pads, a raised collar, and full-length sleeves with...
Vintage 1990s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Form Fitting Black Wool Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a vintage black YSL Rive Gauche collarless jacket, very form-fitting, with decorative buttons, estimating 1980s or 1990s era. Lightly padded shoulders. The material feels li...
Vintage 1970s Lightweight Fur Coat
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage 1970s Fur Coat This stunning vintage coat from the 1970s is crafted from luxurious lynx fur, showcasing its signature soft texture and beautifully patterned natural markings...
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Velvet Trim Wool Bolero Crop Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Oakland, CA
This is a vintage YSL Rive Gauche green wool jacket. Two front loop/button closures, velvet trim. The wool has a textured, almost ribbed appearance. The tag has H94 on it, perhaps wi...
Gladding's 1930s Silk Velvet Full Length Coat
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous full length black silk velvet coat with the long elegant lines of the 1930s labelled 'Gladding's, Providence Since 1766'. It has long sleeves darted a the shoulders to ad...
$2,365
Size: Small - Medium
Bill Blass 1960s Vintage Silk Metallic 60s Mink Trimmed Dress Jacket Swing Coat
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage 1960s BILL BLASS metallic silk A-Line dress or jacket! Features fabulous abstract prints in warm hues of gold, brown, silver, and bronze throughout. Soft brown mi...
1970s Yves Saint Laurent Knit Cardigan Mongolian Fur Collar Soft Mohair 70s YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Indulge in timeless French luxury with this rare 1970s Yves Saint Laurent cardigan, a true collector’s piece for vintage lovers. Crafted in a stunning marled blend of rich golden yel...
Scaasi Russian Sable Full-Length Fur Coat circa 1980s
By Scaasi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning circa 1980s Scaasi Russian sable full-length fur coat exemplifies luxury and timeless elegance. Crafted from luxurious Russian sable fur, it offers a rich, glossy finis...
1960s Vanilla Cream Off White Sheepskin Shearling Coat Cropped Penny Pane Jacket
Located in Sheffield, GB
1960s Vanilla Cream & Off White Sheepskin Shearling Cropped Penny Pane Coat - Jacket Monochrome lining. Pit to Pit; 18” Pit to Cuff; 20” Nape to Hem; 17” Size; U.K. 6 Condition; Mi...
$895
Size: Medium / Large
Chic 1960s Lilli Ann Light Brown Faux Fur And Suede Leather Vintage Swing Coat
By Lilli Ann
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s vintage LILLI ANN for London Leathers faux fur and suede leather swing jacket / coat! Features vertical panels of soft light brown faux fur and suede throughout. Suede cov...
NEIMAN-MARCUS- Luxurious Mink Collar Sheared Black Broadtail Jacket c 1960s
By Neiman Marcus
Located in University City, MO
NEIMAN-MARCUS Luxurious mink collar sheared black broadtail jacket c 1960s The elegant retro jacket is designed with light weight sheared broadtail fur Accented with a plush brown ...
$3,450
Size: Small - Medium
Rare 1940s Ermine Summer Fur Luxurious Honey Brown Jacket Coat Scalloped Edges
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful and hard to find summer ermine fur (cousin to th mink) jacket coat! Ermines are white during the winter months (to blend in with the snow), and transform into this beautifu...
Gianni Versace Vintage Red Patent Leather Jacket & Skirt Set, A/W 1994
By Gianni Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous and rare red patent leather motorcycle jacket with matching skirt from Gianni Versace. It has all of Versace's amazing attention to detail including Medusa head pulls on t...
Fendi Pellicce Reversible Golden Mink Coat with Petal Hood, Couture Luxury, New
By Fendi
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Un capolavoro assoluto della pellicceria italiana firmato Fendi, questo magnifico cappotto in visone golden rappresenta una delle creazioni più ricercate e rare della Maison. Un mode...
F/W 1999 Thierry Mugler Runway Beige Mesh Panel Black Pantsuit Set IT42
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1999 collection, this two-piece black pantsuit features a fitted tunic top and high-waisted flared trousers. The set is accented with bold, strategi...
Unavailable|$14,995
Size: IT42
2005 Versace by Donatella Rhinestone Medusa Backless Lavender Chiffon Gown IT42
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This new-with-tags lavender gown from Versace’s 2005 collection features a structured sheer bodice adorned with tonal piping and allover rhinestone embellishments. The contoured pane...
Dolce & Gabbana 90s Lace Ceremony wedding Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Piece Description: This stunning 90s Dolce & Gabbana ceremony dress is crafted from delicate lace, exuding timeless elegance. Designed to flow to the floor, it features a graceful ...
YVES SAINT LAURENT Turquoise Wool Coat Size 6
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Yves Saint Laurent design is composed of a turquoise wool. Features a gathered sleeve and center front button closures. In excellent vintage condition. **Please cross-referen...
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR long suede olive double breasted coat with fur collar 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in Genève, CH
An elegant long suede coat by Christian Dior, dating to the 1970s. Crafted in rich olive-toned suede, the design is elevated by a sumptuous fur collar that adds depth, warmth, and re...
1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Black Extra Long Gown Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Baar, CH
Rare 1997 Tom Ford for Gucci dress with original gold-tone "Illusion" hook belt, crafted from thick, body-molding jersey. - From the 1997 Cruise collection. - Comes with original ...
Alexander McQueen S/S 2005 Unworn Semi-Sheer Lace Ruffled Slip Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Alexander McQueen S/S 2005 "It's Only A Game" Unworn Semi-Sheer Lace Ruffled Slip Dress IT 44
$2,995
Size: 42 ( US 8 / 10 )
Vintage Nina Ricci Haute Couture 1980s Avant Garde Linen + Silk Strapless Gown
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous Avant Garde NINA RICCI Haute Couture 80s black and marigold polka dot strapless evening gown! Features a unique, yet brilliant fabric blend of Irish linen, rayon and silk ta...
Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999
By Christian Lacroix
Located in London, GB
This Christian Lacroix dress from the Fall-Winter 1999 haute couture collection is an asymmetrical masterpiece crafted in rich crimson silk chiffon. The one-shoulder design features ...
Thierry Mugler Fall 1992 Red Runway Suit Jacket Skirt Museum Worthy
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Iconic rare Collectors Piece. Famously presented on the Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1992 GLAMOUR PUNK-THE RITZ Collection Runway as well as worn by the gorgeous Monica Bellucci on t...
$51,671
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Christian Dior by John Galliano silverblue mink and silver fox fur coat, fw 2006
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior fur coat ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Fall-Winter 2006 ▪ Silverblue-Mink fur ▪ Silver-Fox fur ▪ Black Lambskin leather interior and side panels ▪ Leather buttons ...
1987 YVES SAINT LAURENT tan cotton coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
A classic 1987 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche beige cotton coat, cut in an easy, oversized silhouette that reflects the relaxed yet refined tailoring of the decade. The coat features...
2000s Valentino Pink Beaded Gown with Sheer Panels
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
This spotlight stealing, Valentino candy pink maxi dress was designed during the very early 2000s and was probably a Cruise collection piece. It was certainly designed pre 2008, when...
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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