Roksanda Bell Sleeve Crepe Dress
By Roksanda
Located in London, GB
Roksanda Bell Sleeve Crepe Dress Bright pink 'Margot' dress designed with long, bell sleeves and
Roksanda Bell Sleeve Crepe Dress
By Roksanda
Located in London, GB
Roksanda Bell Sleeve Crepe Dress Bright pink 'Margot' dress designed with long, bell sleeves and
ESCADA 2001 Vintage Bell Sleeve Heavily Beaded Mini Dress
By Escada
Located in Leonardo, NJ
to 18, waist 15 This dress is so SPECIAL. It's so comfortable and feels really powerful at the same
2000's Roberto Cavalli Leopard High Slit Bell Sleeve Dress
Located in Austin, TX
2000's Roberto Cavalli Leopard High Slit Bell Sleeve Dress Chest: 30-48", Waist: 24-44", Hips: 33
1970s Jersey Masters Metallic Knit Bell Sleeve Maxi Dress
By Jersey Masters
Located in London, GB
This is a really striking dress from around the late 60s, early 70s and is labelled "Lurex Acrylic
$472Sale Price|25% Off
GIAMBATTISTA VALLI wool floral embroidery cascade bell sleeve dress IT38 XXS
By Giambattista Valli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIAMBATTISTA VALLI grey wool floral embroidery cascade bell sleeve dress IT38 XXS Reference: LNKO
Annacat Black Satin Gown with Sheer Bell Sleeves Circa 1960's
By AnnaCat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning late 60s Biba-esque dress by the highly collectible British label Annacat. Fitted bodice
$1,650
Size: Small - Small Medium
Pauline Trigere 1970s Black Silk Chiffon Glitter Encrusted Bell Sleeve 70s Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 1970s PAULINE TRIGERE black silk chiffon glitter encrusted bell sleeve dress. Silver
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00181
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 2 - 4
Michael Kors Collection Off White Ivory Size 2 / 4 Grommet Bell Sleeve Dress
By Michael Kors
Located in San Diego, CA
Early 2000s vintage MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION off-white / ivory long bell sleeve grommet dress
1990s Emanuel Ungaro Size 10 Black Rayon Vintage 90s Bell Sleeve Wrap Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 90s EMANUEL UNGARO black rayon blend size 10 bell sleeve wrap dress ! Tailored bodice
$165Sale Price|20% Off
Size: S
CAROLINE CONSTAS Size S Black White Silk Blend Polka Dot Bell Sleeves Dress
By Caroline Constas
Located in San Francisco, CA
waist style with drape details, extra long bell sleeves, and invisible back zipper closure.Excellent Pre
$795
Size: Small - Medium
Nina Ricci Pink / Salmon Iridescent Silk Babydoll Bell Sleeve Dress w/ Pockets
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty Nina Ricci iridescent silk dress! Hues of pink and salmon when looked at from different
1990s Nicole Miller Leaf Print Brown Size 4 Bell Sleeve Vintage 90s Dress
By Nicole Miller
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 90s NICOLE MILLER rust + brown leaf print bell sleeve rayon dress! Fitted bodice with
$287Sale Price|30% Off
SOLACE LONDON Haso navy blue asymmetric stretch crepe bell sleeves dress UK4 XXS
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SOLACE LONDON Haso navy blue asymmetric stretch crepe bell sleeves dress UK4 XXS Reference: BSHW
Hanae Mori Pink, Purple & Black Chiffon Gown w/ Bell Sleeves
By Hanae Mori
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chiffon with a silk lining. The sleeves are an open bell shape that drapes off the shoulder. Size 6 US
$795Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small Medium
Chic 1960s Pucci Style Bell Sleeve Olive Print Silk Vintage 60s A Line Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s colorful olive print Pucci style 3/4 bell sleeve A-Line dress! Features a burgundy
Chic 1960s Plus Size 16 / 18 Silver + Black 60s Vintage Bell Sleeve Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
bodice, with a flattering and forgiving shift shape. Stylish wide bell sleeves. Full metal zipper up the
1960 Joui Schiesser Haute Couture Red Silk Gazar Gown w Feathered Bell Sleeves
Located in Gresham, OR
1960 Joui Schiesser Haute Couture Red Silk Gazar Gown w Feathered Bell Sleeves. A-line silhouette
1960s Gene Shelly’s Gold Sequin Keyhole Long Bell Sleeve Vintage Wool 60s Gown
By Gene Shelley International Boutique, Gene Shelley
Located in San Diego, CA
dress ! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins on a soft stretchy wool. Keyhole opening under center
NWT Oscar de la Renta Pastel Pink Bell Sleeves Silk Crepe Gown size L
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
princess seams that accentuate the waist. Dramatic bell sleeves add movement and a romantic touch, while
DON LOPER Blk Fringe Bell Sleeve Dress
By Don Loper
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Description: Dance the night away in this fun Don Loper dress. * It has a sheer yoke & bell
1970's Double-Knit Maxi Dress with Bell Sleeves
Located in Oradell, NJ
shoulders and bell-shaped sleeves, and a flattering A-line long skirt. The gown had not been purchased
Balenciaga Black Silk Dress with Bell Sleeves and Ruffle Hem
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
, fitted waist, bell sleeves with a cuff and a ruffled hem. The dress is made from a textured black silk
Ossie Clark black silk floral printed bell sleeve dress, ca. 1971
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, London
Ossie Clark; Black silk bell sleeve dress with 'Busy Lizzie' print by Celia Birtwell and drawstring
1960s Geoffrey Beene Black Petal Bell Sleeve Cocktail Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Houston, TX
loose shift silhouette, long sleeves, and a high neckline. The sleeves are incredible; the typical bell
Michael Kors Collection Beaded Floral Dress with Sheer Lace Bell Sleeves (Italy)
By Michael Kors
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Michael Kors Collection Heavily Beaded Floral Dress with Sheer Lace Bell Sleeves Size 2, It's too
Elisabetta Franchi Black Sequin and Beads Crepe Bell Sleeve Mini Dress M
By Elisabetta Franchi
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Effortlessly made into a chic design, this Elisabetta Franchi black dress is easy to wear and easy
2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Pleated Purple Silk Bell Sleeve Cut-Out Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
bell sleeves that extend past the wrist for more drama. The fabric has the most amazing spiral pleat
Jean Paul Gaultier Bell Sleeve Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
1990s Jean Paul Gaultier flared black gown with buttons at neck and nude facing at bell sleeves and
Satin floral maxi dress with maxi bell sleeves, circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
- Maxi bell sleeves the same length as the dress - Zip closure c. 1960s
Jean Varon 1960s Bell Sleeve Tulip Print Maxi Dress
By Jean Varon
Located in Boca Raton, FL
1960's tulip print maxi dress by Jean Varon . The dress has a high rolled collar and illusion bell
Vintage 1970s brocade maxi dress, Bell sleeve
Located in NEWARK, GB
lovely Bell sleeves. A gorgeous summer vibe vintage dress, it is quite a thick cut and fairly heavy so
ALICE MCCALL Back To You nude lace bell flared sleeve mini dress US4 S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALICE MCCALL Back To You nude lace bell flared sleeve mini dress US4 S Reference: JECN/A00010
Bill Blass bell sleeve black lace plunge cocktail dress 1970s
By Bill Blass
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
neckline under bust seaming, A line shape to hem, sheer unlined lace bell sleeves...Dress is a sheer
2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Jersey Dress with Bell Sleeves
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Austin, TX
2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford black jersey dress with bell sleeves. Condition: Excellent
MISSONI Size S Brown Wool / Viscose Knit Fit Flair Bell Sleeve Dress
By Missoni
Located in San Francisco, CA
bell sleeves, and ft flair A line skirt silhouette with tie belt. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned
SOLACE LONDON Haso asymmetric stretch crepe bell sleeves belted dress UK4 XXS
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SOLACE LONDON Haso navy blue asymmetric stretch crepe bell sleeves belted dress UK4 XXS Reference
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00181
ROKSANDA AW16 Hadari pink crepe bell sleeve stretch cady cocktail dress UK6 XS
By Roksanda
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ROKSANDA AW16 Hadari pink crepe bell sleeve stretch cady cocktail dress UK6 XS Reference: LNKO
VALENTINO 100% silk pink ruffle bell sleeves loose fit boxy dress IT36 XS
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO 100% silk pink ruffle bell sleeves loose fit boxy dress IT36 XS Reference: LNKO/A01040
EMILIO PUCCI "Lotus Pink" Floral Lace Ruched Bell One Sleeve Cocktail Mini Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
long bell sleeve. Scalloped trim. Ruched detail at hips. Exposed gold-tone zip side closure. Blush
Sold
Size: unmarked; fits like M
70s Halston Black Cocktail Dress with Low Back Bell Sleeves Silk Carmeuse Sz M
By Halston
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
dress features incredibly large bell sleeves (38in around), an elasticized waist and a sexy low-cut back
Gorgeous Vicky Tiel Bell Sleeve Cream and Navy Full Length Gown
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
navy skirt. The fantastic bell sleeves features an elastic wrist cuffing. Center back zipper closure
60's PIERRE CARDIN fuchsia taffeta gown with pleated bodice & bell sleeves
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vivid fuchsia taffeta gown with pleated bodice, bell sleeves and full skirt from Pierre Cardin
Romantic Vicky Tiel Coral Silk Velvet Burnout Gown with Bell Sleeves
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lower. The silk and velvet burnout upper is a beautiful coral, red, and silver hue. The sleeves have
Jean-Paul Gaultier Black Maxi Dress W/Chiffon Inset & Bell Sleeves
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Studio City, CA
Jean-Paul Gaultier black jersey maxi dress with bronze chiffon inset and subtle bell sleeves
1960s Vintage Unique Black Bell Sleeve Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Unique black 1960s vintage black bell sleeve cocktail dress. Details: Fully Lined Back Metal
VICTORIA ROYAL LTD. c.1970's Black Chiffon Bell Sleeve Illusion Evening Gown
By Victoria Royal
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Victoria Royal Ltd. c.1970's black chiffon and floral lace bell sleeve illusion evening
Harriette's Las Vegas 1970s Vintage Beaded Chiffon Dress with Bell Sleeves
Located in Sparks, NV
Black chiffon dress with sheer bell sleeves and beaded bodice with a polka dot design by
Rodrigues for Milbo 1960s Silk Graphic Print Dress with Bell Sleeves
By Rodrigues
Located in Sparks, NV
Milbo. Flared bell sleeves and empire waist. Beautifully made and completely lined in silk. Details
Sold
Size: Small - Medium
Gorgeous 1960s Orange Satin + White Lace Bell Sleeve Embellished Custom Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
done! Hand finished. Gorgeous white crochet/lace bodice, with full bell sleeves. Beautiful vivid orange
Etro Golden Floral Silk Chiffon Bias Cut Bell Sleeve Full Skirt Maxi Dress 40
By Etro
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Etro golden floral silk chiffon bias cut, bell sleeve, full skirt, maxi dress marked size 40. This
Hanae Mori Couture Silk Printed Maxi Dress W/Bell Sleeves & Smocked Neckline
By Hanae Mori
Located in Studio City, CA
Hanae Mori couture label silk and rayon printed maxi dress with bell sleeves and smocking at
Sold
Size: Small - Medium
Chic Vintage Mollie Parnis 1970s Floral Chiffon Scarf / Bell Sleeve Maxi Dress
By Mollie Parnis
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible late 1960s 60s/ Early 70s Mollie Parnis chiffon dress! Features bell scarf sleeves, that
Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Black Bell Sleeve Dress 2003 Runway
By Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
featuring bell sleeves and a v-neckline. Yves Saint Laurent Designed by Tom Ford Size Medium Bust 28
ETRO Resort 2020 Grey Silk Chiffon Gauze 70s Boho Style Bell Sleeve Maxi Dress
By Etro, Veronica Etro
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful ETRO Resort 2020 gray silk chiffon and silk gauze bell sleeve gown ! Features intricate
Vintage French Tiered Nude Scalloped Lace Dress with Bell Sleeves + Rhinestones
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous scalloped lace dress with bell sleeves and prong set rhinestones. 1920s Flapper-inspired
Sold
Size: Medium / Large
1970s Halston Canary Yellow + White Chevron Striped Bell Sleeve 70s Scarf Dress
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 1970s HALSTON canary yellow and white chevon striped silk scarf dress! Features a
Chic 1960s Pink One Shoulder Asymmetrical Hem Bell Sleeve Vintage 60s Silk Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s pink silk one shoulder beaded asymmetrical hem bell sleeve dress! Features a beautifully
1970s Jill Richards Black and White Pleated Bell Sleeve Chiffon 70s Midi Dress
By Jill Richards
Located in San Diego, CA
! Features a black chiffon fitted bodice, with a white full midi skirt. Fantastic wide bell sleeves. Couture
Sold
Size: Small - Small Medium
1970s Halston Red + Ivory White Silk Long Bell Sleeve Vintage 70s Dress + Sash
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 70s HALSTON for BERGDORF GOODMAN lipstick red and off-white abstract silk dress and
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL black pleated silk tulle bell sleeve dress FR42 US10 UK14
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL black pleated silk tulle bell sleeve dress FR42 US10 UK14 Reference: TGAS
1960 Georgie Keyloun Pleated Gold Red & Black Lurex Print Caftan w/ Bell Sleeves
Located in Gresham, OR
1960 Georgie Keyloun pleated gold, red and black Lurex knit, palm leaf/fern print caftan with bell
Donald Brooks sequin bell sleeve dress
By Donald Brooks
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Elegant sequin bell sleeve dress from Donald Brooks Bust 34" Waist 28" Hips 40
Halpern Gold Sequin Embellished Knit Bell Sleeve Detail Mini Dress S
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
gold mini dress has sequins detailed all over, bell sleeves, a turtle neckline, and a back fastening
1980's Galanos Lace & Silk Bell-Sleeve Backless Mini Party Dress
By James Galanos
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
lurex-sparkle panels. Though the bodice and backside are pretty much sheer,the angel bell-sleeves give
1960s Bell Sleeve Marie France Couture
Located in Rockwood, ON
she wanted to look grown up and glam. The Sleeves are truly wonderful - huge bell sleeves add drama
1970s Quorum Black Maxi Dress with Bell Sleeves and Tie Waist Belt
By Quorum
Located in London, GB
A 1970s black vintage bell-sleeve dress by British label Quorum from designer Marie France. The
S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Sheer Black Plunging Crochet Bell Sleeve Mini Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Good- flawless! COUNTRY MADE: Italy FABRIC: Unknown- tag removed SIZE: M MEAS...
1968 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Graphic Sequin Bell Sleeve Column Dress
By Pierre Balmain, Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
drama to this timeless piece. I love the chic 3/4-length bell sleeve design. The flattering a-line
1970's Giorgio Sant' Angelo Black Jersey Rhinestone Bell-Sleeve Hourglass Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
by chic bell-sleeves. These dresses were constructed in the same vain as Alaia and Leger. They are
1970's Pauline Trigere Black Silk-Chiffon Glitter Illusion Bell-Sleeve Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
silk. The bodice is an elegant scoopneck with sheer illusion bell-sleeves. The cocktail-length swing
Vintage 1969 Pierre Cardin Pink Psychedelic Print Organza Bell-Sleeve Maxi Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
dress is amazing; the scoopneck bodice has stitched relief pleating to create depth. The sleeves have a
1977 Chanel Black Fortuny Pleated Silk Mini Cocktail Dress & Bell-Sleeve Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
matching cropped bell-sleeve jacket gives the dress a balanced elegance that Chanel is known for. This is
1969 Pierre Cardin Novelty Naked Ladies Print Pleated Silk Bell-Sleeve Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
scoopneck bodice has stitched relief pleating to create depth. The sleeves have a beautiful bell-sleeve
1971 Ossie Clark Brown Moss-Crepe & Satin Bell-Sleeve Plunge Dress Pant Suit
By Ossie Clark
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-collar with wide bell-sleeves and a wrap-around belted tie-waist. I love that dangerous low-cut plunge
1970's Thea Porter Couture Black Cut-Velvet & Pleated Chiffon Bell-Sleeve Dress
By Thea Porter
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
done on each wide, flowing sleeve. I love the low-cut plunge bodice complete with faceted jet-black
Oscar de la Renta 2007 Runway Look Brown Ruffle Trim Sun Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta brown pencil dress with raw edged ruffle trim. Grosgrain trim circles the bodice. Boned at bodice for shape. Back zip and hook and eye. Seen in another color in L...
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Cutout Black Dress
By Tom Ford
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Cutout Black Dress IT 42 Gucci dress with tiered accents, square neckline and concealed zip closure at side.
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
$5,785
Size: Small / Medium
1970s Love, Melody Sabatasso Black Suede Fringe Rhinestone Studded Wrap Dress
By Melody Sabatasso
Located in San Diego, CA
MUSUEM PIECE! Amazing and rare vintage 70s LOVE, MELODY black suede leather fringe rhinestone/studded wrap dress! Melody Sabatasso is a respected designer, known for her work with ol...
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2002 Lace-up Black Top Shirt
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2002 Lace-up Black Top Shirt IT 42 Gucci black shirt featuring plunged neckline, long sleeves, and lace up sash-tie closure at front.
Gianni Versace S/S 1995 Vintage Sheer Panels Silk Black Gown Evening Dress
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace S/S 1995 Vintage Sheer Panels Silk Black Gown Evening Dress IT 38 Gianni Versace black silk evening dress featuring sheer crossover accents at bodice and concealed zi...
John Galliano Pink Silk Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A spectacular John Galliano silk gown in ombre shades of pink. The bodice has spaghetti straps and gathers onto 2 angled bands crossing at the waist. It has a 2 tier skirt, the sho...
RODARTE 2011 Runway Dress
By Rodarte
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rodarte creme croc and silk cocktail dress ( runway 2011) (neiman marcus price tag attached $16.000)
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
By Amen Wardy, Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip closure. The marked size is 34, and the d...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Water Mill, NY
An amazing iconic fine black wool 3 piece skirt, pant and jacket suit from Azzedine Alaia as displayed in SCAD Fashion Museum in Atlanta. The spectacular front wrapping jacket is a...
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
$680
Size: FR 34 (US 0) but runs a bit big
Yves Saint Laurent Metallic Polka Dots Evening Blouse, Fall-Winter 1978-1979
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Geneva, CH
This 70's ruffled boho blouse is constructed of lightweight black silk chiffon woven with gold metallic "fil coupé" polka dots. Cut for a flowing fit, it has a sexy sheer finish. Two...
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
Tweed coat-dress with zip closure CHANEL
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Tweed coat-dress with zip closure on the middle front. Tweed composition: 48% wool, 18% nylon, 13% acrylic, 13% polyester, 13% rayon. Lining composition: 100% silk . 4 pockets on th...
$3,303
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Vivienne Westwood cow print nude silk corseted off shoulder dress, ss 1999
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood cow print nude and black silk mid-length evening dress with built-in corset and draped off-shoulder neckline Spring-Summer 1999
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