Golden yellow gazar ball gown by Christian Dior - Paris Ligne Libre 1957
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
The last documentary photo shows this dress being worn by a model in the 1957 fashion show.
Golden yellow gazar ball gown by Christian Dior - Paris Ligne Libre 1957
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
The last documentary photo shows this dress being worn by a model in the 1957 fashion show.
A burgundy velvet & lamé evening gown by Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Circa 1980
By Pierre Cardin Couture, Pierre Cardin
Located in Toulon, FR
Lined and underdressed in burgundy taffeta, with the Pierre Cardin Paris Made in France label. An identical black dress was worn by French actress Jeanne Moreau with Pierre Cardin a...
S/S 1994 Gianni Versace Safety Pin Cut Out Black Leather Mini Runway Backpack
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This bag is covered in the house's iconic Medusa safety pins, made famous by the safety pin dress worn by Elizabeth Hurley to the premiere of Four Weddings and a Funeral in 1994.
2011 Oscar De La Renta Runway Sequinned Maxi Gown with Pink Ribbon Belt
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in London, GB
This dress was worn by supermodel Gisele Bundchen to the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2011 and walked the runway as look 45/60.
$30,000
Elizabeth Taylor Costume Design "Elephant Walk" 1954 Hollywood Film Large Oscars
Located in New York, NY
Elizabeth Taylor Costume Design "Elephant Walk" 1954 Hollywood Film Large Oscars Edith Head (1897-1981) Elizabeth Taylor in "Elephant Walk" Sight: 24 x 18 inches Watercolor and penc...
Paper, Watercolor, Pencil
Vicky Tiel Couture Vintage “Pretty Woman” 1987 Red Ruched Gown
By Vickey Tiel, Vicky Tiel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
The fabric gathers at the waist into a front sash that drops into a floor-length skirt, with extra length in back for a dramatic sweep. Similar dresses have been worn by Jill Biden a...
Moroccan Caftan Purple Velvet Embroidered with Gold Kaftan, circa 1970
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Marrakech Bohemian, Yves Saint Laurent, Fortuny style caftans. These long maxi dress robes kaftans are worn by men and women in the Middle East and Africa.
Iconic 1989 Bob Mackie White Embroidered Beaded Grapevine Design Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
The same dress in gold color was worn by Sharon Stone in the 1995 film Casino.
Walcheren Town Dress: Middelburg-Ambacht Women at a Cheese Press, 1932
Located in Langweer, NL
Walcheren Town Dress: Middelburg-Ambacht Women at a Cheese Press This beautifully detailed print from *The National Costumes of Holland* (1932) by Gratiane de Gardilanne and Elizabe...
Paper
Queen Mary II, when Princess Mary of York, as Diana
By Studio of Sir Peter Lely
Located in London, GB
Her rich silk gown recalls the dresses worn by the Windsor Beauties series in the Royal Collection painted by Lely.
Canvas, Oil
Mashudu Nevhutalu 'The Mighty Pen Has Met Its Match' Painting
Located in San Rafael, CA
He believes these feelings occur from anything such as a dress worn by one’s mother, or a bumper sticker that reminds one of their parents', or their own, first car.
Canvas, Oil
Amsterdam Orphan Girl in Traditional Costume – Print by N. van der Waay, 1923
Located in Langweer, NL
Her attire includes a black bodice, white linen shawl, starched headscarf, and vivid red skirt—instantly recognizable as the traditional dress worn by orphan girls under municipal ca...
Paper
Antique French Fashion Plate, Paris Ladies with Fan & Child, c.1880
Located in Langweer, NL
The plate showcases the height of Parisian couture, with a striking contrast between the soft lilac and brown gown of the central figure—complete with a trailing velvet train—and the...
Paper
German Costume History 1450–1670, Set of Three Antique Hand-Colored Prints, 1880
Located in Langweer, NL
Clothing becomes more elaborate and structured, with embroidered cloaks, civic officials’ robes, scholars’ attire, and elegant dresses worn by noblewomen. This plate provides a fasci...
Paper
Citrine Beaded Necklace by Sarosi, 18k Yellow Gold Accents, 20 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perfect for daytime and evening wear because it can be easily dressed up or down, worn by itself or layered with other necklaces or chains!
Citrine, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
19th-Century Russian Nizhny Tagil Tole Tray with Cossack Battle Scene
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Their tall fur hats, fitted green coats, and high collars resemble the military dress worn by Cossack and Caucasian troops. The leading rider wears a cartridge-looped coat related to...
Metal
$1,800
Aláàárù Ajé: Carrier of Wealth - Acrylic on Canvas, 21st Century
By Ayandare Adeniran Ayanmuyiwa
Located in Ibadan, Oyo
According to Yoruba mythology, Oshun is believed to be the owner of the Sekere and is often depicted carrying it around during festive celebrations and ceremonies. The blue dress wo...
Canvas, Acrylic
Friesland Gala Dress with Gold Caps and Coral, Dutch Print, 1932
Located in Langweer, NL
This plate focuses on ceremonial dress from Friesland, worn by women during the 19th century for gala occasions and formal festivities.
Paper
$237,917Sale Price|20% Off
16th Century Italian Renaissance Old Master Portrait of a Procuratore
By Jacopo Bassano
Located in London, GB
What prevents us from identifying this painting as a portrait of a Doge is the dress worn by the subject, the crimson red decorated velvet jacket.
Oil
Modern Campaign Suede Safari Chair by Michael D'Souza for Mufti
By Kaare Klint
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Full height 77.5cm Width 61cm Depth 54cm Width of seat 49cm Depth of seat 49cm Height to arms 61cm Height to seat 42cm Mufti - this quirky word was adopted by the English in the da...
Suede, Teak
Mugler H&M Leather ankle boots black - US 7 / EU 39 / UK 6 Limited Edition NEW
By Mugler, Thierry Mugler
Located in London, GB
He created the black dress worn by Demi Moore in the 1993 movie Indecent Proposal.
Mugler H&M Leather ankle boots size US 8.5 EUR 41 UK 7.5 Limited Edition NEW
By Mugler, Thierry Mugler
Located in London, GB
He created the black dress worn by Demi Moore in the 1993 movie Indecent Proposal.
Pair of Modern Campaign Suede Safari Chairs by Michael D'Souza for Mufti
By Kaare Klint
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Full height 77.5cm Width 61cm Depth 54cm Width of seat 49cm Depth of seat 49cm Height to arms 61cm Height to seat 42cm Mufti - this quirky word was adopted by the English in the da...
Suede, Teak
18k Gold Emerald Cts 1.52 Diamond Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Perfect for evening galas, weddings, or elevating a simple black dress, these earrings are worn by gently securing the posts for a comfortable yet striking fit.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Platinum Diamond Spray Brooch, Circa 1950s
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
With its dimensional form and radiant brilliance, this brooch makes a timeless statement of sophistication — perfect worn on a lapel, dress, or as a pendant. Worn by Nick Jonas in No...
Diamond, Platinum
AZZEDINE ALAÏA S/S 1988 Vintage Nylon Circle Mini Skirt S
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Berlin, BE
This skirt is a variation from the runway , sharing the same silhouette and fabric as the dress version famously worn by Kendall Jenner. Made from crisp, lightweight nylon, it holds ...
Original Vintage Dance Event Poster Ballet Festival Barcelona Spain Clapera
Located in London, GB
Original vintage dance event poster for the Temporada de Primavera 1954 Festival Ballet Spring Season held from 22 April to 16 May at the Gran Teatro del Liceo Opera House (opened 18...
Paper
NWT F/W 1995 Gianni Versace Ruched Pink Velvet Bow Bodysuit Skirt Set IT44
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This ensemble is similar to the dress version worn by Amber Valletta in look 52 on the runway and featured in the season's ad campaign on Shalom Harlow, captured by Richard Avedon.
Price Upon Request
Egg Shell Construction
By Melissa Meier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A photograph was taken of a hand make dress made from egg shells worn by the artists's daughter.
Photographic Film
$377Sale Price|50% Off
Antique Print of Mameluke of Egypt, the Military Costume of Turkey, 1818
Located in Langweer, NL
Their horses possessed, in an eminent degree, the qualities most useful to man, inexhaustible strength, prodigious speed and inconceivable temperance, to which may be added the most ...
Paper
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