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Avant Garde Shirts

Issey Miyake Fall 2020 Black Avant Garde Cowl Neck Long Sleeve Shirt Top
Issey Miyake Fall 2020 Black Avant Garde Cowl Neck Long Sleeve Shirt Top

Issey Miyake Fall 2020 Black Avant Garde Cowl Neck Long Sleeve Shirt Top

By Issey Miyake

Located in San Diego, CA

Stylish never worn Issey Miyake Fall 2020 black long sleeve cowl neck shirt! Simply slips over the

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2010s Japanese Shirts

Comme des Garcons Cut out Shirt AD 2008
Comme des Garcons Cut out Shirt AD 2008

Comme des Garcons Cut out Shirt AD 2008

By Comme des Garçons

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black and white cotton avant garde shirt from Comme des Garcons CDG AD 2008 collection

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Early 2000s Japanese Blouses

Bottega Veneta 2000s Black and White Leather Cotton Fishnet Avant Garde Crop Top
Bottega Veneta 2000s Black and White Leather Cotton Fishnet Avant Garde Crop Top

Bottega Veneta 2000s Black and White Leather Cotton Fishnet Avant Garde Crop Top

By Bottega Veneta

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing early / mid 2000s vintage BOTTEGA VENETA black and white leather + cotton woven crop top! Believed to be an original sample of the premiere ready to wear collection in 2005, ...

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1980s Italian Crop Tops

Chic 1950s Pale Blue Couture French Lace Taffeta Avant Garde Vintage 50s Blouse

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 taffeta covered button. Attached taffeta ribbon ties multiple times around the wai...

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1950s Blouses and Tops

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Helmut Lang White Avant-Garde Top (1997)
Helmut Lang White Avant-Garde Top (1997)

Helmut Lang White Avant-Garde Top (1997)

By Helmut Lang

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this stark white, slightly avant-garde top designed by Helmut Lang in 1997

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1990s Italian Shirts

Avant-Garde Shirt by Masahiro Nakagawa
Avant-Garde Shirt by Masahiro Nakagawa

Avant-Garde Shirt by Masahiro Nakagawa

Located in Port Hope, ON

. This shirt has a button down collar and another button which fastens at the back of the collar, as well

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Shirts

1980s Avant Garde Ruffle Top
1980s Avant Garde Ruffle Top

1980s Avant Garde Ruffle Top

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Ruffle top of your dreams is here! Made by Wayne Marshall Beverley Hills- Layers of semi-sheer chiffon accented with silver sequins along the neckline. Oversized bow detail on th...

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1980s American Blouses and Tops

Romeo Gigli Avant Garde Silk Blouse
Romeo Gigli Avant Garde Silk Blouse

Romeo Gigli Avant Garde Silk Blouse

By Romeo Gigli

Located in Gresham, OR

Romeo Gigli sheer gold button down blouse with dramatic pleated cape and extra long sleeves.

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Late 20th Century Italian Blouses and Tops

Imitation of Christ Avant Garde Snap Up Silk Vest Top or Shirt
Imitation of Christ Avant Garde Snap Up Silk Vest Top or Shirt

Imitation of Christ Avant Garde Snap Up Silk Vest Top or Shirt

By Imitation of Christ

Located in Sparks, NV

Unique avant garde vest or top by Imitation of Christ. Rare label! Free fit will work on most sizes

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21st Century and Contemporary American Shirts

Norma Kamali Vintage Avant Garde Top or Jacket
Norma Kamali Vintage Avant Garde Top or Jacket

Norma Kamali Vintage Avant Garde Top or Jacket

By Norma Kamali

Located in Sparks, NV

So avant garde and so Norma Kamali! This top/jacket features giant puff sleeves, light weight olive

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Late 20th Century American Shirts

STELLA MCCARTNEY Rust Brown Silk Chiffon Avant Garde Semi Sheer Blouse Shirt Top
STELLA MCCARTNEY Rust Brown Silk Chiffon Avant Garde Semi Sheer Blouse Shirt Top

STELLA MCCARTNEY Rust Brown Silk Chiffon Avant Garde Semi Sheer Blouse Shirt Top

By Stella McCartney

Located in San Diego, CA

Undeniably chic STELLA MCCARTNEY rust brown colored silk chiffon semi sheer long sleeve blouse! A unique and stylish take on a typical blouse. Perfect color matches anything, and is ...

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2010s Italian Blouses and Tops

Claude Montana 1990s 90s Vintage Sheer Black Mesh Tank Top with Avant Garde Ruffle
Claude Montana 1990s 90s Vintage Sheer Black Mesh Tank Top with Avant Garde Ruffle

Claude Montana 1990s 90s Vintage Sheer Black Mesh Tank Top with Avant Garde Ruffle

By Claude Montana

Located in Sparks, NV

Details Unlined Circa: 1990s Label: Montana Blu Marked Size: 44 Estimated Size: M Colors: Black Fabric: 80% Nylon 20% Elastane Measurements Bust: 34" Waist: 28" Hips...

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Late 20th Century French Shirts

Vivienne Westwood Vintage 90s Magenta Fuchsia Pink Avant Garde Tunic Top Dress
Vivienne Westwood Vintage 90s Magenta Fuchsia Pink Avant Garde Tunic Top Dress

Vivienne Westwood Vintage 90s Magenta Fuchsia Pink Avant Garde Tunic Top Dress

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage VIVIENNE WESTWOOD magenta pink Grecian styles off-the-shoulder tunic top, or mini dress! Features intricate draping details throughout. Can be worn multiple ways (see ph...

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1990s Italian Tunics

Rare 1970s Willi Smith Khaki Tan Cotton Puff Sleeve Avant Garde Vintage Blouse
Rare 1970s Willi Smith Khaki Tan Cotton Puff Sleeve Avant Garde Vintage Blouse

Rare 1970s Willi Smith Khaki Tan Cotton Puff Sleeve Avant Garde Vintage Blouse

By Willi Smith

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare and stunning vintage 70s WILLI SMITH khaki tan cotton puff sleeve top! Features oversized sleeve cuffs, with a chic Peter Pan collar. Buttons up the bodice. Can easily be dresse...

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1970s American Blouses and Tops

Moschino Couture Avant Garde Asymmetrical Shirt
Moschino Couture Avant Garde Asymmetrical Shirt

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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1990s Italian Shirts

Vivienne Westwood Red Label Avant Garde Black Draped Corset Top
Vivienne Westwood Red Label Avant Garde Black Draped Corset Top

Vivienne Westwood Red Label Avant Garde Black Draped Corset Top

By RED LABEL by VIVIENNE WESTWOOD

Located in Portland, OR

We love Vivienne Westwood pieces and this is an amazing top. This red label black top has a metal zipper down the center front and mesh panels on each side of the corset with an elas...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sleeveless Shirts

Giorgio Armani Silver Gunmetal Avant Garde Sleeveless Top M
Giorgio Armani Silver Gunmetal Avant Garde Sleeveless Top M

Giorgio Armani Silver Gunmetal Avant Garde Sleeveless Top M

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This pretty top from Giorgio Armani is here to adorn you with style. Flaunting a feminine design with gorgeous fold detailing, this sleeveless top will make a fine wardrobe addition.

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2010s Italian Tank Tops

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1960s American Day Dresses

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By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Sheffield, GB

This Beautiful, black silk crepe mini dress for Christian Dior's Spring / Summer 2004 Collection designed by John Galliano features a superb (stretchy) figure hugging silhouette, num...

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Early 2000s French Mini Dress

Alexander McQueen 1990s Grey Pinstripe Zipper Front Tailored Blazer Jacket
Alexander McQueen 1990s Grey Pinstripe Zipper Front Tailored Blazer Jacket

Alexander McQueen 1990s Grey Pinstripe Zipper Front Tailored Blazer Jacket

By Alexander McQueen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Alexander McQueen vintage 1990s grey pinstripe jacket with zip front. Iconic McQueen tailoring with mid-weight padding at shoulders and four logo buttons at each cuff. Branded 'McQue...

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1990s Italian Blazers

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John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress

John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress

1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress

By Guy Laroche

Located in San Diego, CA

1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 1998
Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 1998

Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 1998

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Christian Dior Evening Dress and Shawl Ensemble ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 1998 ▪ Constructed from a deep purple hammered satin ▪ Scoop neckline design ▪...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Marni knitted top
Marni knitted top

Marni knitted top

Located in Carnate, IT

Marni knit bandeau top, strapless. Wool. Thick knitted texture. Marni Resort 2017 collection. Size 40. Height 37. Breast 38 Bust 40 In good condition. It shows signs of normal use.

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21st Century and Contemporary Strapless Tops

Blue pointy dress ISSEY MIYAKE
Blue pointy dress ISSEY MIYAKE

Blue pointy dress ISSEY MIYAKE

By Issey Miyake

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Blue pointy dress. No fabric composition tag but probably polyester. SIZE L

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2010s Asian Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13'  S/S 1999
Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13'  S/S 1999

Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace Backless Silk Dress with Leather Trim
Gianni Versace Backless Silk Dress with Leather Trim

Gianni Versace Backless Silk Dress with Leather Trim

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous full length black silk gown from Gianni Versace Couture. It has a front scoop neck, a deep cut out back and fabulous tan leather shoulders. It is semi fitted though the ...

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1990s Italian Maxi Dress

1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA black knit runway dress with wide elastic waistband
1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA black knit runway dress with wide elastic waistband

1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA black knit runway dress with wide elastic waistband

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare, jet-black dress with elasticized waist and draped bodice from Azzedine Alaia dating to 1984 exactly as seen on the runway. Labeled a size 'S'. Approximate measurements...

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L

Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...

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1990s Evening Dresses

Vintage Alexander McQueen Cream Wool Skirt 2003
Vintage Alexander McQueen Cream Wool Skirt 2003

Vintage Alexander McQueen Cream Wool Skirt 2003

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Early 2000s Skirts

F/W 1998 Christian Dior Haute Couture by John Galliano Black Woven Gown
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Located in West Hollywood, CA

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

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By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Studio City, CA

1970's Yves Saint Laurent Russian collection black velvet jacket with Pierrot collar and black silk cord neck ties. In excellent condition - size tag 40.

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1970s French Jackets

Vintage Thierry Mugler F/W 1989 Ivory Size 6 Wool Silver Bullet Skirt Suit
Vintage Thierry Mugler F/W 1989 Ivory Size 6 Wool Silver Bullet Skirt Suit

Vintage Thierry Mugler F/W 1989 Ivory Size 6 Wool Silver Bullet Skirt Suit

By Thierry Mugler

Located in San Diego, CA

Architectural, sculptural, and unmistakably powerful, this original Thierry Mugler Fall 1989 skirt suit embodies the peak of late-1980s couture-inspired tailoring. Mugler’s legendary...

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1980s French Skirt Suits

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Avant Garde Shirts For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of avant garde shirts for sale on 1stDibs. For avant garde shirts, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Beige, Gray and more in stock now. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding appealing avant garde shirts such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Comme des Garçons, Bernard Perris and Bottega Veneta each produced popular versions that are worth a look.

How Much are Avant Garde Shirts?

On average, avant garde shirts on 1stDibs sell for $636, while they’re typically $144 on the low end and $1,995 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Shirts for You

While everyone has a different go-to style of vintage and designer shirt in the closet, the goal is the same: a fit that emphasizes your favorite features, looks great and favors your skin tone. A good shirt is going to make you feel good, regardless of your shape or size.

The shirt is the quiet powerhouse of any outfit. A neutral top is likely the most versatile garment in your wardrobe. A white T-shirt is an iconic creation that remains modern even today, a black button-down can be paired with everything and that gray long sleeve is going to dazzle with dark-wash denim jeans.

There are certain universal things to keep in mind when shopping for your next shirt. If you’re building out your wardrobe, for example, it wouldn’t hurt to secure some staples in the aforementioned neutral category. Any shade of gray, beige or cream, navy blue, black, white — there is nothing more adaptable than shirts in these colors. All of these colors pair swimmingly with one another, which makes it easy to put together an outfit, and you can always add a splash of color by way of a red knit tie to your gray pants, navy suit jacket and white button-down shirt ensemble. For a men’s dress shirt, specifically, you’ll want it to be long enough to tuck into your pants, or leave untucked, depending on the occasion, but it should not bunch at the waist if you decide to go with the former.

Combining the right elements and adding the perfect finishing touch is just as important as getting the right fit. The proper pants and jacket elevate even the simplest of T-shirts. Sometimes success just means donning a beautifully constructed bomber jacket and a perfect fitting pair of jeans. Fashion and clothing don’t have to be complicated.

The same factors apply generally to women’s shirts and women’s dress shirts too. Hem-wise, a woman’s dress shirt should be long enough to comfortably wear untucked or tucked in, and you shouldn’t have a gaping space between your buttons. In sum, your shirt should make you feel like a boss. Is it comfortable? Do you have freedom of movement throughout the day? Does it make you feel great regardless of your size or shape? If so, it’s a keeper.

At 1stDibs, find exciting vintage shirts from prominent luxury fashion houses, such as Yves Saint Laurent, Versace and Chanel, as well as the perfect handbags and accessories to complete your look. Our wide range of men’s and women’s shirts offers a little something for everyone: There are polos, T-shirts, button-downs, blouses, novelty shirts and more. Browse an extensive collection of vintage 20th-century pieces and iconic graphic tees too.

Questions About Avant Garde Shirts
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Avant garde in fashion refers to forward-looking, innovative designs. Avant garde fashion pushes against mainstream trends and proposes unconventional ideas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Avant-garde earrings are earrings that feature bold, experimental designs. Avant-garde jewelry design dates back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when artists and designers began rejecting traditional conventions and trying out new forms. Avant-garde jewelry may feature asymmetrical shapes, surprising geometric forms or unusual materials. On 1stDibs, find a selection of avant-garde jewelry.

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