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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 nylon blend fabric has a treated crinkle texture resembling a trash bag.

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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

Made in France - sold by boutique to the carriage trade: Chez Catherine in Toronto. Marked size FR 38, fits like a US size 6.

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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 collar, yoke front and back, upper sleeves and cuffs.

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1980s Italian Blouses and Tops

1980s Vicky Tiel Vintage Bordeaux Velvet Tulle Sequins Cocktail Dress
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

Catherine Hill, often referred to as the doyenne of fashion, was owner of the Toronto based boutique Chez Catherine from 1972-2002.

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black embossed alligator leather and black hair calf cowboy boots 1980s
Black embossed alligator leather and black hair calf cowboy boots 1980s

Black embossed alligator leather and black hair calf cowboy boots 1980s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Black embossed alligator leather and black hair calf cowboy boots made for high end boutique, Chez Catherine, Toronto 1980s. Beautiful black boots with embossed leather alligator pat...

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1980s Canadian Boots

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By Loris Azzaro

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning vintage 1970s Loris Azzaro pink silk jersey gown! Beautiful bodice, with a draped, Grecian/Empire feel to the body. Zipper works great, just could not fit the dress form. In...

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1970s French Evening Gowns

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Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

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By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rochas Vintage Inspired Harlow Bias Cut Silk Gown  NWT
Rochas Vintage Inspired Harlow Bias Cut Silk Gown  NWT

Rochas Vintage Inspired Harlow Bias Cut Silk Gown NWT

By Christian Dior, Rochas

Located in Los Angeles, CA

As seen on the runway Jean Harlow 1930's inspired gown designed by Rochas. Fashioned of eggshell white silk charmeuse with plunging neckline; spaghetti straps; chemise style bodice...

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2010s Evening Dresses

YVES SAINT LAURENT Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Full Skirt Size 38
YVES SAINT LAURENT Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Full Skirt Size 38

YVES SAINT LAURENT Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Full Skirt Size 38

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Whiting and Davis design is composed of a gold mesh. This item can be fashioned as a draped halter dress or skirt. Features a zipper closure with drawstring tassel detail. In ex...

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20th Century 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

Roberto Cavalli One Shoulder Black Lace Gown Dress
Roberto Cavalli One Shoulder Black Lace Gown Dress

Roberto Cavalli One Shoulder Black Lace Gown Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in London, GB

Gothic gorgeous Roberto Cavalli one shoulder lace gown. Bought for £2540 and new with tags, hanger and dustbag. Made from super fine, delicate slightly sparkling black lace, it has a...

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2010s Unknown Evening Gowns

Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket
Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket

Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in Berlin, BE

Beautiful velvet Vivienne Westwood Jacket. Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature ...

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2010s Italian Cropped Jackets

Valentino New Cut out Silk Gown SS 2001
Valentino New Cut out Silk Gown SS 2001

Valentino New Cut out Silk Gown SS 2001

By Valentino

Located in Water Mill, NY

An incredible off white silk gown from Valentino. It is sleeveless with cut outs at the waist front, sides and back which including the chest décolletage are covered in fine black c...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1981 Madame Gres Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Skirt & Blouse Ensemble w/Shoes
1981 Madame Gres Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Skirt & Blouse Ensemble w/Shoes

1981 Madame Gres Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Skirt & Blouse Ensemble w/Shoes

By Madame Gres

Located in Studio City, CA

A 1981 Madame Gres haute couture dark scarlet silk taffeta skirt and blouse ensemble with matching high-heeled shoes size 6 1/2. Features the iconic Mme Gres gathered/balloon sleeve,...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen black low plunge evening dress, fw 1998
Alexander McQueen black low plunge evening dress, fw 1998

Alexander McQueen black low plunge evening dress, fw 1998

$8,877

Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6

Alexander McQueen black low plunge evening dress, fw 1998

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Alexander McQueen black evening maxi dress with draped low plunge neckline. Fall-Winter 1998

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Thierry Mugler Phenomenal Rare 1985/86 Faux Fur Coat Jacket
Thierry Mugler Phenomenal Rare 1985/86 Faux Fur Coat Jacket

Thierry Mugler Phenomenal Rare 1985/86 Faux Fur Coat Jacket

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Museum worthy piece of Fashion History Breathtaking extremely rare Thierry Mugler creation, 1985/86 Collection. Super soft faux fur crop coat in the most vibrant beautiful colour. ...

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1980s French Coats and Outerwear

Black Beaded 1960s Fitted Gown
Black Beaded 1960s Fitted Gown

Black Beaded 1960s Fitted Gown

Located in Alford, MA

Fabulous long sheath of black crepe with allover beading in a squiggle design of black bugle beads. Narrow body hugging design with straight neckline front and back and cut-in armhol...

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1960s Evening Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana black floral velvet evening dress, fw 1996
Dolce & Gabbana black floral velvet evening dress, fw 1996

Dolce & Gabbana black floral velvet evening dress, fw 1996

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

Dolce & Gabbana black floral velvet evening dress. Adjustable bra straps, cut out under the bust and invisible zip fastening. Fall-Winter 1996

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vivienne Westwood pink and red checked cotton skirt suit, ss 1994
Vivienne Westwood pink and red checked cotton skirt suit, ss 1994

Vivienne Westwood pink and red checked cotton skirt suit, ss 1994

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

Vivienne Westwood pink and red checked cotton skirt suit comprising: button up shirt with embroidered orb, and high waisted mini skirt. Spring-Summer 1994

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1990s British Skirt Suits

New Atelier Versace S/S 1994 Collection Velvet Lace Purple Pink Dress Gown
New Atelier Versace S/S 1994 Collection Velvet Lace Purple Pink Dress Gown

New Atelier Versace S/S 1994 Collection Velvet Lace Purple Pink Dress Gown

By Atelier Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Atelier Versace Velvet Lace Watercolor Purple/Pink Dress Gown S/S 1994 Collection Purple and Pink Watercolor Crushed Velvet and Lace, Corset Style, Fully Lined in Crinkle Silk, S...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2006 lilac black lace one shoulder bias gown dress IT40 S
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2006 lilac black lace one shoulder bias gown dress IT40 S

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2006 lilac black lace one shoulder bias gown dress IT40 S

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2006 lilac black lace one shoulder bias gown dress IT40 S Reference: TGAS/D01019 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Lee Alexander McQueen Collection: 2006 Material:...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses

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