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Chez Catherine

1980s Krizia Strapless "Trash Bag" Gown
1980s Krizia Strapless "Trash Bag" Gown

1980s Krizia Strapless "Trash Bag" Gown

By Krizia

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Very unique Krizia strapless gown from the 1980s made for Chez Catherine. The dark navy lurex and

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1980s Italian Evening Gowns

1980s Pierre Balmain Yellow Print Blouse
1980s Pierre Balmain Yellow Print Blouse

1980s Pierre Balmain Yellow Print Blouse

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Toronto, Ontario

condition. Made in France - sold by boutique to the carriage trade: Chez Catherine in Toronto. Marked size

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1980s French Blouses and Tops

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Vintage Chez Catherine Quilted Silk Blouse 1980s
Vintage Chez Catherine Quilted Silk Blouse 1980s

Vintage Chez Catherine Quilted Silk Blouse 1980s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage 1980s Chez Catherine Palm Beach silk blouse in dark chocolate brown with tan quilted band

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1980s Italian Blouses and Tops

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1980s Vicky Tiel Vintage Bordeaux Velvet Tulle Sequins Cocktail Dress

1980s Vicky Tiel Vintage Bordeaux Velvet Tulle Sequins Cocktail Dress

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Boca Raton, FL

boutique Chez Catherine from 1972-2002. She was said to be “…a high rolling, risk-taking pioneer who made a

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

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Located in Water Mill, NY

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