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Asian Print Gold Lame Brocade Gown, 1960s
Asian Print Gold Lame Brocade Gown, 1960s

Asian Print Gold Lame Brocade Gown, 1960s

Located in Houston, TX

, straight silhouette, and ankle length, the dress is reminiscent of the Chinese cheongsam or qipao. The

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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

rare VIVIENNE TAM purple Chinese print asymmetric drape qipao dress US0 XS
rare VIVIENNE TAM purple Chinese print asymmetric drape qipao dress US0 XS

rare VIVIENNE TAM purple Chinese print asymmetric drape qipao dress US0 XS

By Vivienne Tam

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare VIVIENNE TAM purple Chinese print asymmetric drape qipao dress US0 XS Reference: CELG/A00386

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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

COMME DES GARCONS BLACK Chinese butterfly knot buttons satin boxy qipao shirt S
COMME DES GARCONS BLACK Chinese butterfly knot buttons satin boxy qipao shirt S

COMME DES GARCONS BLACK Chinese butterfly knot buttons satin boxy qipao shirt S

By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo

Located in Hong Kong, NT

COMME DES GARCONS BLACK Chinese butterfly knot buttons satin boxy qipao shirt S Reference: LNKO

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Blouses and Tops

COMME DES GARCONS BLACK Chinese butterfly knot buttons satin boxy qipao shirt S
COMME DES GARCONS BLACK Chinese butterfly knot buttons satin boxy qipao shirt S

COMME DES GARCONS BLACK Chinese butterfly knot buttons satin boxy qipao shirt S

By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo

Located in Hong Kong, NT

COMME DES GARCONS BLACK Chinese butterfly knot buttons satin boxy qipao shirt S Reference: LNKO

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Blouses and Tops

SHANGHAI TANG red beige rose floral print silk lined qipao dress UK6 XS
SHANGHAI TANG red beige rose floral print silk lined qipao dress UK6 XS

SHANGHAI TANG red beige rose floral print silk lined qipao dress UK6 XS

By Shanghai Tang

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Details: Qipao button closure. Silk lined. Made in: China CONDITION: Condition: Excellent, this item was

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Cocktail Dresses

SHANGHAI TANG navy velvet pink lining Chinese Qipao jacket  UK10 M
SHANGHAI TANG navy velvet pink lining Chinese Qipao jacket  UK10 M

SHANGHAI TANG navy velvet pink lining Chinese Qipao jacket UK10 M

By Shanghai Tang

Located in Hong Kong, NT

SHANGHAI TANG navy velvet pink lining Chinese Qipao jacket UK10 M Brand: Shanghai Tang Material

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2010s Chinese Blazers

Chinese Qipao in sky-blue and straw-yellow silk damask, Circa 1950
Chinese Qipao in sky-blue and straw-yellow silk damask, Circa 1950

Chinese Qipao in sky-blue and straw-yellow silk damask, Circa 1950

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1950/1960 France Skin-tight chinese dress called qipao or cheongsam in sky-blue and straw

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1950s French Chinese Dresses

Shanghai Silk Film Noir Qipao Dress, 1940s
Shanghai Silk Film Noir Qipao Dress, 1940s

Shanghai Silk Film Noir Qipao Dress, 1940s

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Size: none; comparable to size S

Shanghai Silk Film Noir Qipao Dress, 1940s

Located in Tucson, AZ

From the estate of a WWII nurse who traveled Asia (alone!) during her leave, this traffic-stopping dress was custom-made in Shanghai in the only color that counts: red brocade. As c...

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1940s Chinese Chinese Dresses

A Jet Pearl Embroidered Cocktail Dress Circa 1960
A Jet Pearl Embroidered Cocktail Dress Circa 1960

A Jet Pearl Embroidered Cocktail Dress Circa 1960

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Size: Equivalent French size 35/36

A Jet Pearl Embroidered Cocktail Dress Circa 1960

Located in Toulon, FR

Haute Couture, inspired by Chinese qipao and dating from the 1960s. Sheath dress, low-cut shoulders and

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Huey Waltzer Beaded Qipao Black Column Gown - US 6, 1997
Huey Waltzer Beaded Qipao Black Column Gown - US 6, 1997

Huey Waltzer Beaded Qipao Black Column Gown - US 6, 1997

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Size: vintage 6; comparable to size M

Huey Waltzer Beaded Qipao Black Column Gown - US 6, 1997

By HUEY WALTZER

Located in Tucson, AZ

A perennial favorite of femmes fatale for its lean, body-conscious silhouette, the cheongsam—with its high neckline and asymmetrically-fastened bodice—effortlessly unites modesty and...

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1990s American Chinese Dresses

Elizabeth - Sexy John Galliano Stretch Silk Chinese Dress
Elizabeth - Sexy John Galliano Stretch Silk Chinese Dress

Elizabeth - Sexy John Galliano Stretch Silk Chinese Dress

By John Galliano

Located in New York, NY

From the genius pattern-maker himself we offer this take on the traditional Chinese cheongsam or

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1990s Day Dresses

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Chanel Wool Navy Coat brand new with the tag
Chanel Wool Navy Coat brand new with the tag

Chanel Wool Navy Coat brand new with the tag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Wool navy coat. New with tag. 90% wool 10% cashmere 100% silk- lining Size 44.

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2010s French Coats and Outerwear

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UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42

UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Switzerland, CH

An extremely luxurious and CHRISTIAN DIOR signature piece that will last you for years Gorgeous, couture-like piece hand-crafted by the seamstresses in Christian Dior's atelier in Pa...

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Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

Chanel 97P Vintage Lucite Crystal Beaded Evening Bag 24k GHW 68453
Chanel 97P Vintage Lucite Crystal Beaded Evening Bag 24k GHW 68453

Chanel 97P Vintage Lucite Crystal Beaded Evening Bag 24k GHW 68453

By Chanel

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Store item: 68453 This Chanel 97P Vintage Lucite Crystal Beaded Evening Bag 24k GHW is a rare find. Made solely of faceted lucite beads in white, green and turquoise pastel hues join...

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1990s Evening Bags and Minaudières

Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress

Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Berlin, BE

Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine allure, a masterpiece of fluid elegance. Well documen...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Spectacular Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Runway Black Bombshell Vinyl Coat
Spectacular Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Runway Black Bombshell Vinyl Coat

Spectacular Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Runway Black Bombshell Vinyl Coat

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Iconic black Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1996 Collection Bombshell vinyl trench coat. This stunning jacket exudes a hypnotic blend of dominance and sophistication. Its sculptural s...

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1990s French Coats and Outerwear

Museum Chanel Vintage F/W 1996 Gold Brocade Mughal Jeweled Gripoix 96A Jacket
Museum Chanel Vintage F/W 1996 Gold Brocade Mughal Jeweled Gripoix 96A Jacket

Museum Chanel Vintage F/W 1996 Gold Brocade Mughal Jeweled Gripoix 96A Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This exceptional Chanel Fall/Winter 1996 gold jacket is a rare masterpiece inspired by Coco Chanel’s fascination with Orientalism in the 1930s. Featuring a structured Mandarin collar...

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1990s French Jackets

Vivienne Westwood Black Faux Fur Oversized Cropped Jacket, fw 1993
Vivienne Westwood Black Faux Fur Oversized Cropped Jacket, fw 1993

Vivienne Westwood Black Faux Fur Oversized Cropped Jacket, fw 1993

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival Vivienne Westwood Cropped Faux Fur Jacket ▪ Creative Director: Vivienne Westwood ▪ Fall-Winter 1993 ▪ Crafted from black faux fur ▪ Designed in a cropped, oversized fit ▪ ...

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1990s English Jackets

Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag

Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...

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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Haute Couture Lace Gown 1940s
Chanel Haute Couture Lace Gown 1940s

Chanel Haute Couture Lace Gown 1940s

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

This is a very rare vintage 1940s Chanel couture gown. Straight silhouette gown comprising a skirt and a blouse, delicate plunging backline decorated with a bow. Material: silk, lac...

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1640s European Aesthetic Evening Dresses

2003 CHANEL Wool Jacket and Pleated Skirt suit
2003 CHANEL Wool Jacket and Pleated Skirt suit

2003 CHANEL Wool Jacket and Pleated Skirt suit

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

2003 Chanel black and reddish brown or burgundy tweed with clear sequins fitted jacket and A- line skirt suit. . Marked size 36f Fit US 2/4 A line skirt buttons collar pockets sequ...

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Early 2000s French Skirt Suits

rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2010 Runway gold buckle cream shearling cape FR36
rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2010 Runway gold buckle cream shearling cape FR36

rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2010 Runway gold buckle cream shearling cape FR36

By Phoebe Philo, Celine

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2010 Runway gold buckle cream shearling cape FR36 Reference: TGAS/D00877 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: AW2010 - Runway Material: Shear...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Capes

Gold and Brown Velvet Vintage Chanel Jacket
Gold and Brown Velvet Vintage Chanel Jacket

Gold and Brown Velvet Vintage Chanel Jacket

$9,230

Size: Made in France Size 40

Gold and Brown Velvet Vintage Chanel Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Extraordianary jacket in brown velvet, golden pasementerie at the collar and at the ends of the sleeves. Five gold and brown buttons with the chanel logo on the front of the jacket, ...

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1990s French Jackets

Chanel Vintage F/W 1993 Yellow Black Velvet CC 93A Tweed Jacket Skirt Suit
Chanel Vintage F/W 1993 Yellow Black Velvet CC 93A Tweed Jacket Skirt Suit

Chanel Vintage F/W 1993 Yellow Black Velvet CC 93A Tweed Jacket Skirt Suit

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This is a rare and hard-to-find vintage Chanel suit from the Fall 1993 collection, an iconic example of the brand's classic elegance. The set features a vibrant chartreuse yellow twe...

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1990s French Skirt Suits

Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002
Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002

Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

This Christian Dior by John Galliano coat from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection is crafted from cream silk jacquard featuring an elaborate woven pattern of floral and ornamental motif...

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Early 2000s French Coats and Outerwear

Jean Paul Gaultier Multicolour Virgin Wool Coat with Mongolian Fur Trim, FW 2004
Jean Paul Gaultier Multicolour Virgin Wool Coat with Mongolian Fur Trim, FW 2004

Jean Paul Gaultier Multicolour Virgin Wool Coat with Mongolian Fur Trim, FW 2004

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in London, GB

This Jean Paul Gaultier coat from the Fall-Winter 2004 collection is crafted from a patchwork of virgin wool panels in an array of earthy tones, including brown, green, blue, and mus...

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Early 2000s Italian Coats and Outerwear

CHANEL black & gold 2017 17A LOGO SEQUIN BANDEAU Jumpsuit 38 S
CHANEL black & gold 2017 17A LOGO SEQUIN BANDEAU Jumpsuit 38 S

CHANEL black & gold 2017 17A LOGO SEQUIN BANDEAU Jumpsuit 38 S

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel cropped bandeau jumpsuit in black nylon (52%), polyester (41%) and spandex (7%). Embellished with black and gold Chanel Logo sequins all-over and a golden Chane...

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2010s Jumpsuits

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