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Chainmail Shirt

Vintage Chainmail Cami Tank
Vintage Chainmail Cami Tank

Vintage Chainmail Cami Tank

By Whiting & Davis

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Flirty and festive vintage chainmail tank top in the most eye catching red, black and silver print. Featuring leather chord straps that tie which allow for versatility as you can adj...

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Late 20th Century American Camisoles

New Balmain Runway S/S 2017 Gold Chainmail Halter Open Back Top
New Balmain Runway S/S 2017 Gold Chainmail Halter Open Back Top

New Balmain Runway S/S 2017 Gold Chainmail Halter Open Back Top

By Balmain

Located in Englishtown, NJ

New Balmain Runway S/S 2017 Gold Chainmail Halter Open Back Top FR 38 As seen on Zoey Deutch and Look 78 on the Spring 2017 Runway.

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2010s Shirts

F/W 1994 Vintage Gianni Versace Couture Gold Metal Mesh Oroton Chainmail Top
F/W 1994 Vintage Gianni Versace Couture Gold Metal Mesh Oroton Chainmail Top

F/W 1994 Vintage Gianni Versace Couture Gold Metal Mesh Oroton Chainmail Top

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Montgomery, TX

F/W 1994 Gianni Versace Couture Gold Metal Mesh Oroton Top Size: Italian - 40, US - 4 Zipper on the back, Fully lined. Measurements: length - 18 inches ( highest part ), 22" ( lower ...

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1990s Italian Shirts

Gianni Versace Couture F/W 1998 Silver Oroton Chainmail Corset
Gianni Versace Couture F/W 1998 Silver Oroton Chainmail Corset

Gianni Versace Couture F/W 1998 Silver Oroton Chainmail Corset

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Jersey City, NJ

An absolutely iconic piece from the Fall/Winter 1998 Gianni Versace Couture collection, designed by Donatella Versace. This strapless chainmail corset made its runway debut that seas...

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1990s Bandeaus

Jean Paul Gaultier c. Spring 2009 Blush Knit and Chainmail Tank
Jean Paul Gaultier c. Spring 2009 Blush Knit and Chainmail Tank

Jean Paul Gaultier c. Spring 2009 Blush Knit and Chainmail Tank

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fashion History: Dated circa Jean Paul Gaultier's Spring 2009 collection, this shimmering tank embodies the designer's fascination with chainmail, lingerie dressing, and the tension ...

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Early 2000s Italian Tank Tops

1970s Whiting & Davis Vintage Gold Chainmail Halter Top 70s Disco Cowl Backless
1970s Whiting & Davis Vintage Gold Chainmail Halter Top 70s Disco Cowl Backless

1970s Whiting & Davis Vintage Gold Chainmail Halter Top 70s Disco Cowl Backless

By Whiting & Davis, Whiting Davis

Located in San Diego, CA

A true liquid-gold moment from the iconic house of Whiting & Davis, this vintage metal mesh halter top captures the essence of 1970s disco glamour—where movement, light, and attitude...

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1970s American Halter Tops

1990s Chainmail Black and White Leopard Animal Print Halter Top and Handbag Set
1990s Chainmail Black and White Leopard Animal Print Halter Top and Handbag Set

1990s Chainmail Black and White Leopard Animal Print Halter Top and Handbag Set

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 90s does 70s vintage chainmail disco animal leopard print halter top and bag set ! Features a chic black and ivory cheetah print throghout. The thing I particularly love about t...

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1990s American Halter Tops

Black jersey sleeveless top with chainmail details on the shoulders Versace
Black jersey sleeveless top with chainmail details on the shoulders Versace

Black jersey sleeveless top with chainmail details on the shoulders Versace

By Versace

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black jersey sleeveless top with chainmail details on the shoulders. Fabric composition: 90% modal, 10% silk. SIZE M

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Early 2000s Portuguese Blouses and Tops

Paco Rabanne Vintage Black Chainmail Star Shaped Disc Mesh Vest Top
Paco Rabanne Vintage Black Chainmail Star Shaped Disc Mesh Vest Top

Paco Rabanne Vintage Black Chainmail Star Shaped Disc Mesh Vest Top

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Sheffield, GB

An instantly recognisable, Iconic Paco Rabanne Chain Mail Vest. Crafted in Madagascar from Black Star shaped Plastic discs with Silver coloured brass attachments. The Vest can b...

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2010s Blouses and Tops

Gianni Versace F/W 1983 Black Gold & Silver Oroton chainmail halter top
Gianni Versace F/W 1983 Black Gold & Silver Oroton chainmail halter top

Gianni Versace F/W 1983 Black Gold & Silver Oroton chainmail halter top

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Milano, IT

- Archival Gianni Versace Oroton halter top - Sold by Skof.Archive - Fall - Winter 1983 - Black, gold and burnished silver chainmail stripe top - Open back - American neckline - Co...

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1980s Italian Camisoles and Shell Tops

Antique German 15th- 16th Century Infantry Armour with Bascinet, Sword & Halberd
Antique German 15th- 16th Century Infantry Armour with Bascinet, Sword & Halberd

Antique German 15th- 16th Century Infantry Armour with Bascinet, Sword & Halberd

Located in Doha, QA

The suit is mounted on an antique wooden mannequin stand measuring 175 cm in height and includes its original linen undergarment and chainmail shirt, completing the historically accu...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier German Gothic Arms, Armor and Weapons

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S/S 1998 Atelier Versace Haute Couture Purple Strapless Oroton Chainmail Top
S/S 1998 Atelier Versace Haute Couture Purple Strapless Oroton Chainmail Top

S/S 1998 Atelier Versace Haute Couture Purple Strapless Oroton Chainmail Top

By Atelier Versace

Located in North Hollywood, CA

S/S 1998 Atelier Versace (Haute Couture) purple strapless Oroton chainmail top. Fully chainmail exterior with purple silk-satin interior lining. Atelier Versace signature 'Oroton' ch...

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1990s Shirts

A/W 1988 Paco Rabanne Haute Couture Gold Chainmail Bustier Gown
A/W 1988 Paco Rabanne Haute Couture Gold Chainmail Bustier Gown

A/W 1988 Paco Rabanne Haute Couture Gold Chainmail Bustier Gown

By Paco Rabanne

Located in North Hollywood, CA

A/W 1988 Paco Rabanne Haute Couture gown with floral chainmail bust and black and gold feather patterned velvet sleeves. Features long gold cube drop chain with black tassel at back....

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1980s Bustiers

1 of 1 Atelier Versace S/S 2005 Gold Oroton and Blue Swarovski Chainmail Top
1 of 1 Atelier Versace S/S 2005 Gold Oroton and Blue Swarovski Chainmail Top

1 of 1 Atelier Versace S/S 2005 Gold Oroton and Blue Swarovski Chainmail Top

By Atelier Versace

Located in Rome, IT

1 of 1 Atelier Versace Metal Mesh Low cut Top from Spring/Summer 2005. Double Gold Oroton and Blue Swarovski Chainmail with internal nude corset. Iconic gold Medusa logo plaques on...

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Early 2000s Italian Tank Tops

Vintage Silver Tone Metal Link Medieval Chainmail Armor Shirt
Vintage Silver Tone Metal Link Medieval Chainmail Armor Shirt

Vintage Silver Tone Metal Link Medieval Chainmail Armor Shirt

Located in San Francisco, CA

This vintage Medieval style armor top comes in heavy antique liver tone loop chainmail with a square collar, flap sleeves, and oversized silhouette. Very heavy material and some wher...

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Late 20th Century Shirts

BALMAIN black cotton distressed chainmail lined padded shoulder shirt FR38
BALMAIN black cotton distressed chainmail lined padded shoulder shirt FR38

BALMAIN black cotton distressed chainmail lined padded shoulder shirt FR38

By Balmain

Located in Hong Kong, NT

BALMAIN black cotton distressed chainmail lined padded shoulder shirt FR38 Reference: LNKO/A01199 Brand: Balmain Designer: Christophe Decarnin Material: Cotton Color: Black Pat...

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Early 2000s Blouses and Tops

Gianni Versace S/S 1999 Vintage Oroton Chainmail Metal Mesh Top
Gianni Versace S/S 1999 Vintage Oroton Chainmail Metal Mesh Top

Gianni Versace S/S 1999 Vintage Oroton Chainmail Metal Mesh Top

By Gianni Versace

Located in Englishtown, NJ

GIANNI VERSACE Vintage Oroton Chainmail Metal Mesh Top IT 42 Gianni Versace metallic sleeveless top with bateau neck, floral embellishments at bust and concealed zip closure at side...

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1990s Shirts

1990S ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Style Silver Chainmail Top
1990S ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Style Silver Chainmail Top

1990S ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Style Silver Chainmail Top

Located in New York, NY

Attributed to Alexander Mcqueen's 1998 "Joan" Collection. Purchased from a top editor of Vogue with several other important McQueen pieces however there is no label. 1990S ALEXANDER ...

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1990s Blouses and Tops

F/W 1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Silver Oroton Metal Chainmail Bustier Top
F/W 1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Silver Oroton Metal Chainmail Bustier Top

F/W 1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Silver Oroton Metal Chainmail Bustier Top

By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in West Hollywood, CA

TheRealList presents: an absolutely incredible silver Oroton Gianni Versace corset, designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 1998 collection, this top debuted on the seaso...

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1990s Italian Crop Tops

Metallic Chainmail tank top
Metallic Chainmail tank top

Metallic Chainmail tank top

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Metallic Chainmail tank top

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1970s Unknown Tank Tops

Paco Rabanne Chainmail Top
Paco Rabanne Chainmail Top

Paco Rabanne Chainmail Top

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Geneva, CH

Since his first collection in 1966, the fashion designer and architect Paco Rabanne was keen to use composite material and metal for his “avant-garde” and stunning creations. This so...

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1990s French Blouses and Tops

Whiting & Davis Halter Top Vintage Silver-Tone Chainmail 1990s
Whiting & Davis Halter Top Vintage Silver-Tone Chainmail 1990s

Whiting & Davis Halter Top Vintage Silver-Tone Chainmail 1990s

By Whiting & Davis

Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL

Do you want to shine? This very RARE and exceptional 1990s Vintage silver-tone chainmail Halter Top by Whiting & Davis made in USA, is a one of a kind piece and hard to find a si...

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1990s Central American Halter Tops

1960s Paco Rabanne Style Sequin Chainmail Top
1960s Paco Rabanne Style Sequin Chainmail Top

1960s Paco Rabanne Style Sequin Chainmail Top

By Paco Rabanne

Located in New York, NY

1960s Paco Rabanne Style Sequin Chainmail Top

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1990s Blouses and Tops

Paco Rabanne Chainmail Halter Top with Resin Bead Chevron Breast Detail
Paco Rabanne Chainmail Halter Top with Resin Bead Chevron Breast Detail

Paco Rabanne Chainmail Halter Top with Resin Bead Chevron Breast Detail

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Nice, FR

PACO RABANNE vintage halter top in silver metal mesh chainmail featuring red resin bead chevron detail on the breast. Top attaches in the back with bondage style metal mesh straps. ...

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20th Century French Halter Tops

1970s Gold Metal Mesh Chainmail Amazing 70s Vintage Disco Studio 54 Halter Top
1970s Gold Metal Mesh Chainmail Amazing 70s Vintage Disco Studio 54 Halter Top

1970s Gold Metal Mesh Chainmail Amazing 70s Vintage Disco Studio 54 Halter Top

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 1970s gold metal mesh chain mail halter top! Features intricately pieced together gold links, and gold leather laces that tie at the beach neck and back waist. Lined with a b...

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1970s Halter Tops

Avant Garde 1980s Whiting & Davis Red Black Silver Chainmail Metal 80s Mesh Top
Avant Garde 1980s Whiting & Davis Red Black Silver Chainmail Metal 80s Mesh Top

Avant Garde 1980s Whiting & Davis Red Black Silver Chainmail Metal 80s Mesh Top

By Whiting & Davis

Located in San Diego, CA

Avant Garde vintage late 80s WHITING & DAVIS red, black and silver disco chainmail metal mesh top / blouse! I have had quite a few W&D pieces over the years, but I have never seen on...

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1980s American Blouses and Tops

A/W 1998 Gianni Versace Silver Oroton Chainmail Corset
A/W 1998 Gianni Versace Silver Oroton Chainmail Corset

A/W 1998 Gianni Versace Silver Oroton Chainmail Corset

By Gianni Versace

Located in North Hollywood, CA

A/W 1998 Gianni Versace silver oroton chainmail corset. Bright fully chainmail corset with built-in boning and silk lining. Hidden side zip closure. As seen on the runway on Naomi Ca...

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1990s Shirts

1980's Gianni Versace Gold Oroton Cap Sleeve Chainmail Top
1980's Gianni Versace Gold Oroton Cap Sleeve Chainmail Top

1980's Gianni Versace Gold Oroton Cap Sleeve Chainmail Top

By Gianni Versace

Located in North Hollywood, CA

1980's Gianni Versace gold Oroton cap sleeve chainmail top. A rare piece featuring Gianni Versace's signature 'Oroton' chainmail design throughout with concealed back zip closure. Ve...

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1980s Shirts

S/S 2009 Jean Paul Gaultier Black Cowl Neck Chainmail Top
S/S 2009 Jean Paul Gaultier Black Cowl Neck Chainmail Top

S/S 2009 Jean Paul Gaultier Black Cowl Neck Chainmail Top

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in North Hollywood, CA

S/S 2009 Jean Paul Gaultier black cowl neck chainmail top. Black sleeveless chainmail drape top with mesh bust paneling and knitted back.

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Early 2000s Shirts

Paco Rabanne silver chainmail top, circa 1968
Paco Rabanne silver chainmail top, circa 1968

Paco Rabanne silver chainmail top, circa 1968

By Paco Rabanne

Located in London, GB

A superb example of Paco Rabanne’s futuristic aesthetic, this chainmail top is an incredibly iconic piece! Super sexy, the top cowl neck is completely backless apart from two clear P...

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1960s French Halter Tops

S/S 2004 Gucci Tom Ford Runway Sheer Pink Runway Fringe Chainmail Poncho Top
S/S 2004 Gucci Tom Ford Runway Sheer Pink Runway Fringe Chainmail Poncho Top

S/S 2004 Gucci Tom Ford Runway Sheer Pink Runway Fringe Chainmail Poncho Top

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Yukon, OK

DESIGNER: S/S 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: New with tags but has 1 extremely faint mark- please see last photo. FAB...

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Early 2000s Italian Tunics

Whiting and Davis Blue Patterned Chainmail Halter Top, 1970’s
Whiting and Davis Blue Patterned Chainmail Halter Top, 1970’s

Whiting and Davis Blue Patterned Chainmail Halter Top, 1970’s

By Whiting & Davis

Located in North Hollywood, CA

1970’s Whiting and Davis signature deep blue patterned chainmail halter top with silver ties around the neck and waist. In very good vintage condition, with wear throughout the silve...

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1970s Halter Tops

Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2009 Chainmail Top
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2009 Chainmail Top

Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2009 Chainmail Top

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Size: Label size removed, fits M

Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2009 Chainmail Top

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Rome, IT

Jean Paul Gaultier Chainmail black metal mesh top with black sheer underlay and knitted back. Size label removed, fits M Length (from shoulder): 63 cm / 24,8 inch Pit to pit: 41 cm...

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Early 2000s Italian Shirts

S/S 1967 Paco Rabanne Yellow-Green Layered Iridescent Shell Chainmail Top
S/S 1967 Paco Rabanne Yellow-Green Layered Iridescent Shell Chainmail Top

S/S 1967 Paco Rabanne Yellow-Green Layered Iridescent Shell Chainmail Top

By Paco Rabanne

Located in North Hollywood, CA

S/S 1967 Paco Rabanne yellow-green layered iridescent shell chainmail top. 3D layered shell-pattern discs of varying sizes on top of silver-tone chainmail base. Sleeveless v-neck tan...

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1960s Shirts

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Chainmail Shirt For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary chainmail shirt for your needs in our varied inventory. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have gray, brown and more in stock now. Finding the perfect chainmail shirt 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 Balmain, Paco Rabanne and Atelier Versace are consistently popular. Finding a chainmail shirt for sale for women should be easy, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Chainmail Shirt?

Prices for a chainmail shirt can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $988 and can go as high as $38,012, while, on average they fetch $1,995.

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.

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