1970s Mollie Parnis for Elizabeth Arden Wool Maxi Dress and Cardigan
By Mollie Parnis, Elizabeth Arden
Located in London, GB
Famous today for her cosmetics empire, Elizabeth Arden introduced couture and ready to wear clothing lines alongside her cosmetics salon in 1945.
$165
H 16 in W 12 in D 0.13 in
Vintage Couture Fashion Design, Advertisement Study, Elizabeth Arden Cosmetics
Located in Chicago, IL
A stylish, vintage early 1940s woman's fashion design featuring an advertisement study for Elizabeth Arden cosmetics. Artwork size: 11 3/4 x 8 3/4 inches.
Paper, Pencil
1970s Richilene Silk Taffeta Rose Print Short Sleeve Vintage 70s Couture Gown
By Richilene, Richilene for Elizabeth Arden
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1970s RICHILENE for ELIZABETH ARDEN silk taffeta 3-D rose print short sleeve couture gown!
Oscar de la Renta for Elizabeth Arden, circa 1965
By Oscar De La Renta, Elizabeth Arden
Located in New Hope, PA
Perfect for a red carpet event, an awards ceremony, a wedding, rehearsal dinner or any other wonderful event that you are attending, this is an absolutely stunning vintage dress from...
1950s James Galanos for Elizabeth Arden Blue Rose Print Wiggle Scarf Dress
By James Galanos
Located in San Diego, CA
Unbelievable vintage 50s JAMES GALANOS for ELIZABETH ARDEN demi couture silk wiggle dress w/ attached scarf!
1950's Elizabeth Arden Couture Pink Watercolor Floral Silk Strapless Dress
By Elizabeth Arden
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:32-33 inches Waist:26 inches Hips:Free Sweep Length top to waist:10 inches Length waist to hem:26 inches This Elizabeth Arden designer couture dress i...
1950's Elizabeth Arden Couture Beaded Ivory Silk Chiffon Draped Goddess Dress
By Elizabeth Arden
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:34-35 inches Waist:26 inches Hips:37 inches Total Length:52 inches This Elizabeth Arden designer couture dress is in excellent condition with no rips, holes or mis...
Vintage 1950's Elizabeth Arden Couture Ivory Lace & Black Velvet Scalloped Dress
By Elizabeth Arden, Ferdinando Sarmi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust: 33-34 inches Waist: 26 inches Hips: Free Sweep Total Length: 44 inches This Elizabeth Arden designer couture dress is in excellent condition with no rips, stains ...
1950's Elizabeth Arden Couture Blue-Roses Lace Strapless Hourglass Trained Gown
By Ferdinando Sarmi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:35-36 inches Waist:27 inches Hips:38 inches Length top to waist:11 inches Length waist to hem:42 inches This Elizabeth Arden designer couture gown is in exc...
1950s Hand Sequinned Harry Algo Pink Flame Gown
By Harry Algo
Located in Rockwood, ON
Harry Algo pieces are extremely well tailored and the line was sold at high end shops like the Elizabeth Arden couture salon in NYC. This is a stunning dress whose flame design is ha...
1932 Worth Couture for Elizabeth Arden Sequin Ivory Seashell Motif Lace Gown
By House of Worth
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
What makes our dress even more significant is that it was a custom couture commission by Elizabeth Arden. The history behind this iconic fashion house is also incredibly interesting.
1950's Elizabeth Arden Couture Metallic-Gold Silk Lame Strapless Evening Gown
By Elizabeth Arden, Ferdinando Sarmi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking metallic gold & champagne silk-lame gown created by Italian designer Fernando Sarmi when he was head designer for Elizabeth Arden in the 1950's. Ferdinando Sarmi express...
Documented Yannis Tseklenis surrealist silk maxi dress for Frank Usher , 1970s
By Frank Usher London
Located in London, GB
For his first collection he collaborated with fellow Greek fashion designer Dimis Kritsas, which was then purchased by Elizabeth Arden’s ‘Couture of New York’ label. In the 1970s, Ts...
B H Wragge 1967 Linen Dress with Cutout Back
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great bight pink mid weight linen dress from B. H. Wragge (specifically the year 1967 as per the label). It is sleeveless with a rolled collar and it flares subtly to the hem. The...
Valentino Shoe D'Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Valentino black satin D'Orsay pump. Peeptoe with signature bold bow. Hidden .25" platform. High stiletto heel. Comes with box. final sale Mightychic offers ...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
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 ...
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket
By Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Givenchy Style: Princess Coat Color(s): Brown Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Cont...
John Galliano for Christian Dior One Shoulder Silk Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful ethereal one shoulder dress from Christian Dior comprised of layers of semi sheer black silk over an opaque silk under dress. It has one shoulder with 2 panels of softly...
Bill Blass Cross Back Dress 1980s
By Bill Blass
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black jersey dress from Bill Blass. It is semi fitted with a full gathered skirt. The back is bare to just below the waist with the exception of straps which meet at a me...
$549Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box
1950s Black and White Pearl Encrusted Vintage 50s Saucer Hat and Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Unbelievably chic black and white straw saucer wide brim hat and matching bag set! Features a navy blue and white woven straw on both pieces. Hat features an extra wide brim, and has...
John Galliano black mohair jacket and skirt suit, fw 1999
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano black and white mohair striped jacket and skirt suit. Fall-Winter 1999
$774Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 40
Alexander McQueen 1990s Vintage Fucsia Viscose Adjustable Flared Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Capri, IT
Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress McQueen adjustable flared dress totally made in italy size 40 composition: viscose
$490
Size: Medium - Large
Rozae Nichols Charcoal Gray Ombre Sequins A - Line Silk Trapeze Top / Blouse
By Rozae Nichols
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Rozae Nichols charcoal gray ombre trapeze top! 100% silk, with hundreds of sequins encrusted throughout the entire blouse. Adjustable straps, so you can make shorter or longer. ...
1970s Lilli Diamond Taupe + Mint Green Marabou Feather 70s Maxi Dress + Jacket
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic vintage LILLI DIAMOND taupe and mint green jersey maxi dress and matching cardigan / jacket ! Features a soft jersey fabric that offers plenty of stretch. Sleeveless maxi d...
$2,250
Size: Small - Small Medium
1960s House of Bianchi Demi Couture Turquoise Blue Silk Brocade Vintage 60s Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous early 60s HOUSE OF BIANCHI turquoise blue silk brocade short sleeve gown / dress ! Features a vibrant turquoise blue silk with lighter green / blue flower brocade throughout...
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
New Roberto Cavalli $6520 Silk Corset Gold Leafing One Shoulder Dress Gown 38
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Silk Gold Leafing One Shoulder Dress Gown Designer size - 38 ( please check measurements) 100% Silk, Gold Leafing Accent, One Shoulder Style, Side High Slit, Ruc...
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