Rare "Edith Head Collection" By June Van Dyke Scarf
Located in New York, NY
Edith Head, world famous wardrobe designer to the stars and an endless list of the world's famous '40's '50s and '60s movies, comes this rare "Edith Head Collection" scarf by June Va...
1960s Pauline Trigère Demi Couture Gold Lace Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in London, GB
Trigère also designed many of Patricia Neal's costumes for Breakfast at Tiffany's, additional dresses were designed by Edith Head. MEASUREMENTS BUST - 36 in. (91 cm) WAIST -28 in. ...
Vintage 1940s Lace Gown with Shoulder Draping
Located in New York, NY
The dress's silhouette and this draped element reminds me of the iconic Edith Head Grace Kelly famously wore in 1955's To Catch a Thief (below)— it could also be worn with just one s...
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1930's Pola Stout Metallic Hand Woven Jacket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stout was known for creating textiles for Adrian, Edith Head, Christian Dior and Norman Norell. Strands of bullion (gold and silver metallic) thread are hand woven throughout in a Eg...
1990's Bob Mackie Pale Pink Heavily-Beaded Silk Strapless Bustier Hourglass Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
1990's Bob Mackie Fully Beaded Floral Motif Strapless Bustier High-Slit Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
1984 Bob Mackie Documented Runway Fully Beaded Red Silk High-Low Mini Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
He began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating evening cl...
1950's Howard Greer Couture Red Roses Print Silk Strapless High-Low Gown & Shawl
By Howard Greer
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It was during his time at Paramount, that Greer hired a young, inexperienced assistant who would work for him for 3 years; Edith Head. Because Howard Greer discovered and trained her...
1960's Helen Rose Couture Fully-Beaded Blush Pink Silk Hourglass Cocktail Dress
By Helen Rose
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
She also designed clothing for Elizabeth Taylor in the movies Father of the Bride and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof as well as Elizabeth Taylor's bridal gown when she married Conrad Nicky Hi...
EDITH HEAD DESIGN FOR JOANNE WOODWARD "A New Land of Love" Black Velvet Mink 2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Edith Head design was made for Joanne Woodward and the film " A New Land of Love".
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Vintage 1950s Red Lace and Velvet Fit and Flare Dress with Off-the-Shoulder Neck
Located in New York, NY
The off-the-shoulder neckline is so elegant and flattering— in this 1950s, this exaggerated bateau neckline was referred to as a "Sabrina" neckline, named for the neckline made famou...
1950s BATEAU-NECKLINE CREAM LACE FIT AND FLARE DRESS
Located in New York, NY
The bateau neckline is so elegant and flattering— in this 1950s, this exaggerated bateau was referred to as a "Sabrina" neckline, named for the neckline made famous by Audrey Hepburn...
The Dress Doctor by Edith Head Uncommon First Edition Hardcover Fashion Book
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hardcover first edition copy of The Dress Doctor by award winning and legendary costume designer Edith Head and Jane Kesner Ardmore. Read about Edith's career path and experiences dr...
Bob Mackie Art Deco Gold Black Beaded Jacket, 1980s
By Bob Mackie
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Having spent much time working in Hollywood for notable designers such as Edith Head and designing for starlets, Mackie was also no stranger to bringing the dream alive for the every...
Bob Mackie Ray Aghayan Peach Chiffon Layered Dress Cape Shawl
By Bob Mackie
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Bob Mackie quickly rose to success after being discovered by costuming icon Edith Head while working as a sketch artist. Mackie has dressed many a Hollywood starlet both on and off t...
Vicky Tiel Fuschia and Black Floral Silk Jacquard Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Expertly draped and ruched detail from lower bodice to below the hips is reminiscent of the 1940s and brings to mind designers like Valentina, Madame Gres and the great Edith Head! ...
Vintage 1940's Paramount Film-Worn Metallic Gold Lamé Full Length Trained Cape
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Though I am unsure of which production this gorgeous garment is from, I do know Edith Head was lead designer at the time. Edith Head was an American costume designer who won a record...
1960's Helen Rose Pink-Ombre Pleated Silk Goddess Gown
By Helen Rose
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Helen Rose, like Edith Head and Irene, was one of the rare women who became chief costume designer for a major film studio.
1990's Bob Mackie Beaded Graphic Black Gold Knit Turtleneck Flaired Mini Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
1985 Bob Mackie Beaded Embroidered Unicorn Novelty Red Silk Surrealist Jacket
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
Vintage 1970's Bob Mackie Black Pleated Silk & Ostrich-Feathers Dress w/ Tags
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Couture Lightning Bolt Black & Red Beaded Fringe Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating evenin...
Vintage 1960's Helen Rose Beaded Champagne Pink Silk-Chiffon Draped Goddess Gown
By Helen Rose
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Helen Rose designer couture champagne-pink silk chiffon gown dating back to the mid 1960's. Helen Rose, like Edith Head and Irene Lentz, was one of the rare women who be...
1970's Bob Mackie Pink Pleated Silk-Chiffon Goddess Backless Maxi Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
Vintage 1950's Sophie Gimbel Ice-Blue Silk Satin Draped Fitted Hourglass Gown
By Sophie Gimbel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The construction is clearly inspired by the iconic dress designed by Edith Head that Grace Kelly wore to the Oscars in 1955.
1970's Bob Mackie Ivory-White Beaded Silk-Chiffon Halter Illusion Gown & Jacket
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
1950's Anne Verdi Couture Ice-Blue Silk Strapless Ruched Hourglass Skirted Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The construction clearly draws inspiration from Charles James and also resembles the iconic gown made by Edith Head that Grace Kelly wore to the 1955 Oscars.
Vintage 1979 Bob Mackie Couture Metallic Ivory Gold Sari-Silk Strapless Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
1977 Bob Mackie Couture Beaded Sequin Red-Poppies Black Silk Jersey Plunge Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
Vintage 1990 Bob Mackie Red Grapevines Beaded Silk Strapless Hourglass Slit Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating evenin...
1998 Bob Mackie Couture Pink Satin Gown Worn by Julia Louis-Dreyfus for Emmys
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
1990 Bob Mackie Couture Ivory Grapevines Beaded Sheer-Net Silk Hourglass Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating evenin...
1970s Bob Mackie Pastel & Beaded Silk Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Rockwood, ON
A phenomenal gown by Bob Mackie who is best known for dressing Cher and for his love of opulence and bead work! He worked for both Edith Head and Jean Louis and I think he secretly a...
Vintage 1970's Bob Mackie Couture Pink Beaded Strapless Hourglass High-Slit Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
Vintage 1960's Helen Rose Couture Colorful Metallic Silk-Brocade Strapless Gown
By Helen Rose
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
She also designed clothing for Elizabeth Taylor in the movies Father of the Bride and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof as well as Elizabeth Taylor's bridal gown when she married Conrad Nicky Hi...
Vintage 1989 Bob Mackie Couture Beaded Velvet and Fox-Fur Hooded Hourglass Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
1970s Beaded Bob Mackie Silk Jersey Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Rockwood, ON
A killer gown by Bob Mackie who is best known for dressing Cher and for his love of opulence and bead work! He worked for both Edith Head and Jean Louis and I think he secretly alway...
Vintage 1984 Bob Mackie Documented Ivory Beaded Silk One-Shoulder Goddess Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
He began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating evening cl...
Vintage 1951 Helen Rose Gold Lamé Egyptian 'The Great Caruso' Film-Worn Dress
By Helen Rose
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
She also designed clothing for Elizabeth Taylor in the movies Father of the Bride and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof as well as Elizabeth Taylor's bridal gown when she married Conrad Nicky Hi...
Vintage 1960's Helen Rose Couture Orange Silk-Chiffon Hourglass Ruffle Gown Set
By Helen Rose
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
She also designed clothing for Elizabeth Taylor in the movies Father of the Bride and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof as well as Elizabeth Taylor's bridal gown when she married Conrad Nicky Hi...
Incredible 1970s Bob Mackie Heavily Beaded Silk Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Rockwood, ON
Mackie was best known for dressing Cher and for his undying love of opulence and bead work, both of which he incorporates heavily into the best of his designs. He worked for both Edi...
Edith Head Birds and Bees Wrap Blouse
Located in Chicago, IL
This versatile “Hug-me-tight” blouse was designed by Edith Head to promote the 1956 movie “The Birds and the Bees”, for which she designed the costumes.
1960's Helen Rose Beaded Rhinestone Pink Chiffon Draped Grecian Goddess Dress
By Helen Rose
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Helen Rose, like Edith Head and Irene Lentz, was one of the rare women who became chief costume designer for a major film studio.
Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Couture Lightning Bolt Black & Red Beaded Fringe Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating evenin...
1970's Bob Mackie Beaded Black Crepe Illusion Cut-Out Backless Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
1970's Bob Mackie Pale-Yellow Beaded Silk-Jersey Plunge Hourglass Goddess Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
1970's Bob Mackie Couture Pink-Ombre Silk Strapless Plunge Goddess Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
1991 Bob Mackie Couture Documented Teal Black Beaded Flapper Fringe Mini Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating evenin...
Vintage 1970's Bob Mackie Beaded Ivory Silk One-Shoulder Grecian Goddess Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...
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Hermes Kelly 35 Retourne Havane Gulliver Leather Bag w Rose Poudre Stitching
By Hermès
Located in Portland, OR
The Hermes Kelly has long been synonymous with refined elegance and this iconic bag has been coveted by fashion lovers all around the world.The bag evolved over time since its incept...
1970s Bob Mackie Beaded Strapless Ivory Silk Chiffon Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Rockwood, ON
He worked for costume designers Edith Head and Jean Louis before starting his own label.
1970s Beaded Bob Mackie Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Rockwood, ON
This is a stunning and rare gown designed by Bob Mackie who is best known for dressing Cher and for his love of opulence and bead work! He worked for both Edith Head and Jean Louis a...
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Adri Mary Adrienne Steckling Coen Vintage Coral Pink Outfit W Pants Top & Scarf
By ADRI
Located in Portland, OR
If you aren't familiar with Adri, you might find it interesting to know that the line was designed by Mary Adrienne Steckling Coen who was one of the fashion designers featured in th...
Incredible 1970s Bob Mackie Hand Applied Bead & Sequin Silk 'Orchid' Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Rockwood, ON
Mackie was best known for dressing Cher and for his undying love of opulence and bead work, both of which he incorporates heavily into the best of his designs. He worked for both Edi...
2011 Oscar De La Renta Runway Sheer Mocha All-Over Beaded Maxi-Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in London, GB
In the review for Oscar De La Renta’s Fall 2011 collection, Vogue picked up on the designer’s spellbinding exuberance. Appearing on the Fall 2011 runway, this incredibly detailed max...
$1,000
Size: none; comparable to size XS
Kelly-Inspired Modest Ivory Peter Pan Illusion Wedding Gown w Cap – XS, 1951
Located in Tucson, AZ
An alluring, yet fully-covered gown for those brides who seek modesty without looking mousy, this wedding gown was custom-made for a 1951 bride who valued discretion and beauty in eq...
1990s Couture Jean-Louis Scherrer Vintage Painted Red + Black Trousers/ Pants
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Sparks, NV
Number vintage couture from the 1990s by Jean-Louis Scherrer! Hand painted red and black silk trousers. Unlined with side zip and button closure. Hidden front pockets. The marked siz...
Spectacular Alexander McQueen Runway Gown Black Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
As if conjured from midnight sea-spray, this Spring/Summer 2012 Alexander McQueen gown unfurls like a dark bloom caught in motion. The bodice - sculpted close to the torso -disappear...
$5,715
Size: FR 38 - IT 42 - UK 10 - US 6
Dolce & Gabbana black silk spandex and leather lace up dress, ss 2003
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana; black silk spandex figure hugging evening dress. - Lambskin leather grommet trim - Open on both sides with lace up fastenings - Invisible side zip closure ...
Oscar de la Renta Summer Late Day Evening Party Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous Oscar de la Renta crisp white organza party pouf from the designer's runway collection. The one being offered is identical to that in the runway photo below. The red and wh...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
Emanuel Ungaro Ethereal Silk Chiffon Bias Cut Dress Gown
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emanuel Ungaro dreamlike evening dress fashioned of layers of silk chiffon. Shade is a very soft pearl white with underdress of light blue. So it creates an attractive visual sha...
Vintage Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress in a pretty yellow/gold colour . The dress has a scoop neckline, front and back with small gathering at the waist. It is fully lined with a central back...
NWT $ 12350 Oscar de la Renta 2008 Collection Champagne Fully Beaded Dress US 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Oscar De La Renta Champagne Tulle Dress Gown US size - 8 2008 Collection Double tulle - white on the top of champagne - finished with white pearl-looking round beads and two tone...
1950's Sequin Leaf Cocktail Dress with Scarf
Located in New York, NY
Charming 1950's Sequin Leaf Printed Cotton Cocktail Dress with Scarf. Fitted bodice with draped panel and super full skirt with occasional sequined accents. Sequined leaf motif mount...
MUGLER Crystal Teardrop Corset Top Rhinestone Corsage
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Spectacular Mugler Teardrop Corset Top. The beautiful piece showcases Thierry Mugler's signature blend of bold structure and feminine elegance. Crafted in a delicate powder blue, the...
Beautiful Rare Thierry Mugler Devoré Silk Velvet Dress Black
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Manfred Thierry Mugler distilled the drama of midnight velvet and the intrigue of bare skin into this impossibly rare devoré cocktail dress: a piece that feels less like clothing and...
The Thierry Mugler Couture 'Samantha Jones' Dress 2001 Black Cutout
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Thee iconic Thierry Mugler Couture little black dress, as seen on the one and only Samantha Jones in Sex and the City! Sculpted in Mugler’s signature anatomical idiom, the dress trac...
Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Grecian Goddess Ivory Gold Pleated Gown
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An ethereal and rare Chanel creation from the Spring/Summer 1989 collection, designed under Karl Lagerfeld’s direction. This gown embodies timeless elegance, drawing inspiration from...
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