Moschino Couture Runway Dress Asymmetrical Corset Gown Avant-Garde
By Moschino Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Original Moschino Couture documented Runway Dress. Amazing rare Avant-Garde couture piece
Moschino Couture Runway Dress Asymmetrical Corset Gown Avant-Garde
By Moschino Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Original Moschino Couture documented Runway Dress. Amazing rare Avant-Garde couture piece
ELIZABETH MASON COUTURE 'Avant Garde' Black Silk Wrap Made to Order
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Elizabeth Mason Couture 'Avant Garde' wrap is composed of a black silk. This wrap can be made
$595Sale Price|30% Off
Size: FR40 EU38 USA12
Paco Rabanne Vintage 90s Rare Floral Mini Skirt with Belt
By Paco Rabanne
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
with his unconventional approach, blending avant-garde couture with industrial elements. Founded his
$1,200
Size: One size fits all
1940s Irina Roublon Couture Avant Garde Velvet Hat w Needlepoint Portrait
By Irina Roublon
Located in Gresham, OR
1940s Irina Roublon Couture Avant Garde Pillbox Shaped Velvet Hat w Trompe L'Oeil Needlepoint
$700Sale Price|27% Off
1990s Liancarlo Couture Vintage Avant Garde Black Lace Peplum 90s Cocktail Dress
By Liancarlo
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 1990s LIANCARLO COUTURE black silk chantily French lace peplum Avant Garde cocktail
$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
$2,850
Size: Small / Small Medium
I980s Vintage Paul Louis Orrier Couture Avant Garde Taffeta 80s Cocktail Dress
By Paul-Louis Orrier
Located in San Diego, CA
black fitted pleated bodice with Avant Garde puff sleeves. Attached hot pink fuchsia belt hooks closed
Vintage Nina Ricci Couture 1980s Avant Garde Polka Dot Silk Taffeta Evening Gown
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage 1980s NINA RICCI Couture for NEIMAN MARCUS polka dot Avant Garde silk taffeta
Chic 1950s Pale Blue Couture French Lace Taffeta Avant Garde Vintage 50s Blouse
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 50s demi couture pale blue French Lace wrap blouse top! Features a chiffon backing, with
$1,245
Size: Medium / Large
Gorgeous 1950s Vintage Bronze Golden 50s Swing Opera Jacket Coat Avant Garde
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage 1950s bronze swing opera jacket! Avant Garde oversized collar. Couture quality
$1,020Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Medium
Gorgeous Demi Couture Gold Metallic Cut Out Back Vintage 1950s Wiggle Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s gold metallic silk Avant Garde cut-out back demi couture wiggle dress! Features a
$2,995
Size: Equivalent to French size 36-38.
A Paco Rabanne Couture Set in Yellow knitwear and Papier Fou- Spring Summer 1991
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Toulon, FR
, whom Gabrielle Chanel called "the metallurgist of fashion", breaks with traditional couture. Avant
$908Sale Price|55% Off
Size: FR 38 but small (34-small 36)
1990s Jean-Claude Jitrois Women's Leather Three-Piece Suit Ensemble
By Jean-Claude Jitrois
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
a true collector’s treasure for connoisseurs of vintage couture and avant-garde sophistication
$2,750
Size: Small / Small Medium
1980s Tarquin Ebker Silver Grey + Black Silk Palazzo Pants and Star Sequin Top
By Tarquin Ebker
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare, and nothing short of amazing 80s TARQUIN EBKER Couture Avant Garde ensemble! Features slinky
$2,250
Size: Small - Small/Medium
Beautiful Vintage 1980s Isabelle Allard Black & Nude French Lace Pouf Dress
By Isabelle Allard
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely beautiful vintage Isabelle Allard COUTURE Avant Garde black and nude French Lace dress
New Versace Fall 2016 Runway Sequin Embellishment Cut-Out Tulle Accent Dress 40
By Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
reflection of avant-garde craftsmanship and experimental couture. Sexy Cut-Out with Nude Color Tulle Accent
Jean Desses Paris Couture Museum Worthy Flower Pedal Bolero c 1950
Located in University City, MO
Jean Desses' Couture museum worthy pastel flower pedal jacket c 1950 The avant-garde couture
Avant Garde Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Asymmetric Wool Cocktail Dress ca. 1992
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Studio City, CA
An iconic and rare circa 1992 Pierre Cardin haute couture asymmetric brown cocktail dress with
COUTURE c.1920's Black Long Fur Silk Velvet Avant Garde Flapper Coat OOAK
Located in Thiensville, WI
COUTURE c.1920's Black Long Fur Silk Velvet Avant Garde Flapper Coat OOAK Circa: 1920’s Style
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Size: Small - Medium
Amazing Vintage Moschino Couture Black Blazer w Patchwork Sleeve + Heart Buttons
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing, and rare vintage Moschino Couture avant garde black blazer / jacket! Features one shoulder
1990s James Purcell Size 6 / 8 White Cotton Vintage 90s T-Shirt Dress
By James Purcell
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde early 90s JAMES PURCELL Couture stark white cotton tee shirt dress ! Purcell left his
Shocking The Art and Fashion of Elsa Schiaparelli Book
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in University City, MO
numerous images of Schiaparelli's avant-garde couture designs The text chronicles her colorful life and
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W 5.75 in D 1 in L 8.5 in
First Edition Shocking Life of Elsa Schiaparelli Hard Cover Book c 1954
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in University City, MO
extraordinary cutting edge avant-garde couture fashion designs Chronicling the collaborations with her
Pierre Cardin Couture Avant Garde Train Gown
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Cardin Couture black silk velvet long sleeve dress with avant garde attached ball gown train
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Size: Small - Medium
Vintage Angelo Tarlazzi Couture Metallic Gold + Rust Strapless Avant Garde Dress
By Angelo Tarlazzi
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage ANGELO TARLAZZI Couture rust red and gold metallic strapless Avant Garde cocktail
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Size: Small - Medium
Amazing Vintage Emanuel Ungaro Couture Gold Metallic Avant Garde Peplum Jacket
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage EMANUEL UNGARO gold metallic avant garde jacket / blazer! Gold metallic silk, with
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Size: Small - Small Medium
Amazing VIntage Avant Garde Black + Silver Sequin & Beaded Silk Couture Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely amazing 1980s vintage avant garde black and silver sequined and beaded silk dress
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Size: Small - Small Medium
Vintage Givenchy Haute Couture Numbered Black Silk Avant Garde 1980s 80s Dress
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Brilliant vintage GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE avant garde wiggle dress! Every single bit of this dress
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Size: Small - Small Medium
Amazing Vintage Couture Royal Blue One Shoulder Avant Garde Evening Gown / Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1980s vintage MILO Couture vibrant royal blue and white one shoulder double layered silk
1980s Bill Blass Couture Size 6 Avant Garde Pink Red Black Vintage 80s Bow Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde BILL BLASS Couture bow gown! Features black rayon with a large hot pink and red satin
Vintage Iridescent Feather Cape Black Green Blue Runway Festival Evening Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
cape, statement cape, vintage couture cape, avant garde fashion cape
Moschino Couture Avant Garde Asymmetrical Shirt
By Moschino
Located in Brunswick West, Victoria
Ultra rare floral shirt by Moschino Couture. The label on this piece is "Repetita Juvant" - in the
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Size: 42- runs very small!
S/S 1991 Gianni Versace Couture Runway Avant Garde Teatro Pop Art Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in Yukon, OK
attached inside and puffy crinoline pockets to help give the puffed avant garde look. This same dress was
S/S 2002 Vivienne Westwood Couture OOAK Sheer Black Avant Garde Dress
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 2002 Vivienne Westwood- this is a one of a kind dress, custom made. Similar pieces shown on the runway and an almost identical one worn by Vivienne herself. Please let ...
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Size: 8- runs very small xxs/xs
1990's Vivienne Westwood Couture Sheer Black Avant Garde Long Dress Gown XS
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 1990's Vivienne Westwood Couture Please contact for more information and/or photos
Vintage 1920's French Couture Navy Blue Deco Print Silk Avant-Garde Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
ivory net-tulle accents and beautiful couture detailing. The bodice is complete with an elegant bib
1967 Donald Brooks Couture Documented Feather Avant-Garde Dress Gown
By Donald Brooks
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exceptional & ultra-rare Donald Brooks feather gown famously featured in the 1967 fashion magazine McCall. Brooks was perhaps one of the most important designers of the mid-twentieth...
1982 Yves Saint Laurent Haute-Couture Black Crepe & Leather Avant-Garde Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
comfortable, yet has its own avant-garde elements. Measurements Bust:40 inches (meant to drape) Hips
1987 Pierre Cardin Haute-Couture Magenta Pink Wool Avant Garde Fin-Back Coat
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
for a French couturier at the time. Cardin is known for his avant-garde style and his unique geometric
PRADA Leather Hat Rare Cap Visor Equestrian Aviator
By Prada
Located in Berlin, BE
Symphony in Leather: The Rare Prada Masterpiece The rare Prada leather hat showcases the brand's unparalleled craftsmanship and avant-garde design ethos. Crafted from the finest, s...
Jean Paul Gaultier Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is semi fitted with a bateau neckline and a gradated draped ruffle wider at the front shoulder then narrowing to the h...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible 2 piece silk skirt and top set in a pink and yellow flower print from John Galliano for Christian Dior. The top has adjustable functional pink lacing at the center fron...
Alexander McQueen FW 2002 Black Silk Blouse Top Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
In the captivating language of Alexander McQueen's FW 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Collection, this jacket or blouse is a poetic embodiment of elegance and drama. Its sleek black Silk...
Midnight Black Fully Lined Silk Chiffon Beaded Evening Top
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully elegant midnight black fully lined silk chiffon beaded evening top features an invisible side zipper measuring 11 inches with hook & eye. The length measures 2...
Issac Mizrahi New Crochet Cardigan with Appliques and Bead Trim 1990s
By Isaac Mizrahi
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very pretty black crochet cardigan from Issac Mizrahi. It has long sleeves, applique matching crochet flowers around the neck, front, hem and on the sleeves. There are black glass ...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
Bill Blass Cross Back Dress 1980s
By Bill Blass
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black jersey dress from Bill Blass. It is semi fitted with a full gathered skirt. The back is bare to just below the waist with the exception of straps which meet at a me...
Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Silk charmeuse ribbon trim cocktail dress c 1990s Size 34 The elegant Chanel black silk evening dress is designed with slit detail on both shoulders accented with black ribb...
$2,240Sale Price|41% Off
Vivienne Westwood velvet 'Harris Tweed' collection, Autumn-Winter 1987-88
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Vivienne Westwood black velvet crown with brown faux fur band.
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2005 Gray Brown Mink Fur Removable Hood Belted Jacket Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2005 Gray Brown Mink Fur Removable Hood Belted Jacket Coat Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: F/W 2005 “The Man Who Knew Too Much” Designer:...
Bob Mackie Orange & Black Beaded Tiger Print with Black Chiffon Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an exotic evening gown from Bob Mackie. It is an orange and black long sleeve fitted gown with a tiger print beaded pattern, and a full and flowy chiffon skirt. Fully lined. ...
$1,119Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 44 IT
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...
Pierre Cardin 1960s Scarf Hem Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible forest green silk maxi dress with red, orange, rust, blue and celery green dots by Pierre Cardin. The dress is sleeveless with a crew neck and attached by a point at mi...
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