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Embroidered 1920s Coat

1920's Chinese Hand Embroidered Silk Coat
Located in New Hope, PA
One of the best Chinese embroidered coats I have ever offered for sale, this black silk coat is
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Early 20th Century Piano Shawls

1920S Embroidered Rayon Kaftan Kimono
Located in New York, NY
1920S Embroidered Rayon Kaftan Kimono
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1920s Car Coats

1920s Silk Flower Embroidered Piano Shawl
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful flower embroidered 1920s silk piano shawl. It is comprised of black silk cover in
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1920s Shawls

1920S Black & White Silk Long Embroidered Dragon Kimono
Located in New York, NY
1920S Black & White Silk Long Embroidered Dragon Kimono
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1920s Coats

1920S Gold Lamé Silk & Velvet Embroidered Art Deco Cape
Located in New York, NY
1920S Gold Lamé Silk & Velvet Embroidered Art Deco Cape
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1920s Capes

Torso Creations 1920s Shocking Pink Silk Panne Velvet Cape w Embroidered Collar
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Torso Creations 1920s Shocking Pink Silk Panne Velvet Cape w Embroidered Collar: Original Art Deco
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1920s American Capes

1920s Chinese Traditional Embroidered Side-Closure Silk Summer Coat in Blues
Located in Gresham, OR
1920s Chinese Traditional Embroidered Side-Closure Silk Summer Coat in Blues and Porcelain White
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1920s Chinese Robes

Antique Elaborately Embroidered 1920s Silk Jacket with Fringe
Located in Water Mill, NY
This is an elaborately embroidered 1920s black silk coat, jacket covered with gorgeous, colorful
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1920s Chinese Jackets

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1920's Cashmere Gold Embroidered Reversible Coat
Located in Newport Beach, CA
On the front side are gold embroidered flowers that through age have a very elegant patina. On the
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Coats

1920's Black & White Silk Chinese Embroidered Coat
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an extraordinarily beautiful, 1920's vintage, black and white Chinese silk coat elaborately
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Coats

1920's Chinese Embroidered Silk Coat-Coral & Turquoise Florals
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an elaborately and intricately embroidered, Chinese white silk coat with coral and
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Coats

1920s Japanese Embroidered Dragon Motif Coat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1920s Japanese Embroidered Dragon Motif Coat
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Early 20th Century Coats and Outerwear

1920's Japanese Hand-Embroidered, White on White Robe
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a handsome, 1920's vintage, Japanese hand-embroidered, white on white robe. The embroidery
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Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Coats

1920s silk embroidered art coat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
from the 1920s, embroidered and hand painted with surprisingly accurate renditions of the artists
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Coats

1920's Chinese Hand Embroidered Silk Coat from Cairo, Egypt
Located in New Hope, PA
. These are not seen when the coat is worn. It was retailed by A. K. Arouani in Cairo, Egypt in the 1920's
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1920s Chinese Coats

EMBROIDERED BLACK SILK 1920s COAT WITH FUR COLLAR
Located in Alford, MA
An absolutely magnificent and rare find, this black silk evening coat is embroidered with a deep
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Coats

1920s Wool on Cotton Indian Crewl Embroidered Coat
Located in New York, NY
This is a striking cotton coat from the 1920s with Indian crewelwork embroidery done in wool. The
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Early 20th Century Indian Coats and Outerwear

1920s Art Deco Flapper Era Embroidered Silk Crazy Quilt Patchwork Kimono Coat
Located in New York, NY
coat. We simply love the colour story of all the hand embroidered stitches holding this piece together
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Early 20th Century American Coats and Outerwear

1920s Silk and Metallic Embroidered Silk Evening Coat from The White House
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1920s black silk evening coat with bell sleeves and scarf tie, all embroidered with
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Opera Coats

Morphew Collection Cocoon Made From Hand Embroidered 1920's Chinese Silk
Located in New York, NY
Morphew Collection Cocoon Made From Hand Embroidered 1920's Chinese Silk
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocoon Coats

1920S Black Multicolored Hand Embroidered Silk Cape
Located in New York, NY
1920S Black Multicolored Hand Embroidered Silk Cape
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1920s Capes

Morphew Lab Cocoon Made From 1920's Hand Embroidered Asian Silk With Fringe And
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
Morphew Lab Cocoon Made From 1920's Hand Embroidered Asian Silk With Fringe And An 1870's Clasp
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1920s Cocoon Coats

COUTURE c.1920s Black Butterfly Ume Plum Embroidered Silk Haori Kimono Jacket
Located in Thiensville, WI
COUTURE c.1920s Black Butterfly Ume Plum Embroidered Silk Haori Kimono Jacket Circa: 1920’s Style
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1920s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

Hand Embroidered Chinese Silk Cocoon Kimono With Vintage Ribbon, 1920s
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
1920s Hand Embroidered Chinese Silk Cocoon Kimono With Vintage Ribbon made from Piano shawl
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1920s Japanese Cocoon Coats

1920s Over-Dyed Spanish Floral Embroidered Shawl w/ Long Fringe
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1920s fuchsia over-dyed Spanish floral embroidered silk shawl with a long knotted fringe
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Early 20th Century Spanish Shawls

1920S Emerald Green Silk Chiffon Rose Embroidered & Gold Beaded Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Emerald Green Silk Chiffon Rose Embroidered & Gold Beaded Cocktail Dress
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1920s Car Coats

1920S Brick Red Metallic Hand Embroidered Cotton & Silk Kimono Robe And Harem P
Located in New York, NY
1920S Metallic Hand Embroidered Cotton Kimono Robe And Harem Pant Ensemble With Coordinating Belt
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1920s Dress and Coat Ensembles

1920s Style Wearable Art Embroidered & Painted Satin Coat
Located in San Francisco, CA
1920s Wearable Art Embroidered & Painted Satin Coat. Beautiful and unique tribute to the artists of
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1920s Coats and Outerwear

Chinese Colorful Hand Embroidered Black Silk Coat, 1920s
Located in New Hope, PA
Made for the Western market, These hand embroidered silk on silk Chinese coats are becoming
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1920s Chinese Coats

John Galliano 1920s Inspired Embroidered Velvet & Silk Evening Coat Early 2000s
By John Galliano
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
John Galliano 1920s inspired embroidered velvet & silk evening coat, early 2000's. Rare to find
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocoon Coats

COUTURE c.1920's Black Silk Multicolored Chinese Floral Hand Embroidered Jacket
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage c.1920's black silk asian embroidered jacket. All over multi-colored silk floral and bird
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1920s Coats

Massive Poppy Embroidered Shawl, 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary hand embroidered shawl dates from the early 20th Century. Heavy black silk crepe is
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Late 19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Shawls

1920s Embroidered Piano Shawl Kimono
Located in New York, NY
We made this 1920s style boudoir dressing gown from a period piano shawl which had some damage. The
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Early 20th Century Shawls

1920s Embroidered Piano Shawl Kimono
By Morphew, Bridgette Morphew
Located in New York, NY
We made this 1920s style boudoir dressing gown from a period piano shawl which had some damage. The
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Early 20th Century Chinese Piano Shawls

1920s Harrod's of London Chinese Style Dragon Embroidered Duster
Located in Gresham, OR
A stunning 1920s Harrod's of London Chinese-style, dragon embroidered silk duster jacket. Original
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Early 20th Century Italian Coats and Outerwear

Extraordinary Embroidered Celadon Silk Piano Shawl 1920s
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary hand embroidered shawl dates from the early 20th C. Heavy celadon silk is
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Shawls

1920s Cantonese Embroidered Silk Shawl with Phoenix Birds
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1920s Cantonese embroidered ecru silk shawl with large and elaborate Phoenix birds and
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Early 20th Century Chinese Shawls

Vintage wisteria embroidered cream silk short kimono 1920s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Romantic wisteria embroidered cream silk short kimono from the 1920s, this beautiful piece is lined
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1920s Chinese Caftans

Silk Kimono Made From Antique 1920s Embroidered Silk Fringe Piano Shawl
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
Silk Kimono Made From Antique 1920s Embroidered Silk Fringe Piano Shawl
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1920s Coats

1920s Exotic Silk Floral Embroidered Piano Shawl
Located in University City, MO
1920s Exotic silk floral embroidered piano shawl The exquisite hand embroidered shawl is a
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1930s Chinese Piano Shawls

1920s Canton silk embroidered shawl in coral and cream
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1920s Canton silk embroidered shawl in shaded coral embroidery on a cream silk ground...This
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1920s Chinese Shawls

1920S Burgundy & Pink Silk Floral Embroidered Piano Shawl
Located in New York, NY
1920S Burgundy & Pink Silk Floral Embroidered Piano Shawl
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1920s Piano Shawls

1920s Cantonese Embroidered and Fringed Silk Shawl in Blush and Pearl
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic 1920s Cantonese embroidered and fringed silk shawl in blush silk and pearl embroidery
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Early 20th Century Chinese Shawls

1920's Hand Embroidered Chinese Coat
Located in New Hope, PA
This stunning Chinese coat made for the Western market is beautifully embellished with people
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1930s Chinese Dinner Jackets

1920's French Silver & Gold Metallic Embroidered Evening Coat
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a stunning 1920's French silver and gold metallic embroidered evening coat with a wired
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Coats

1920's Elaborately Embroidered Chinese Silk Coat-Red & White
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a gorgeous and elaborately embroidered Chinese silk coat with cream-colored embroidery
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Coats and Outerwear

1920s Pink Crepe Embroidered Coat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1920s pink coat with white machine embroidery. The design depicts peacocks and flowers and
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Coats

OMO Norma Kamali 1920's Style Embroidered Piano Shawl Coat
Located in Toronto, ON
OMO Norma Kamali ivory and black silk embroidered evening dinner coat. Excellent clean condition
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Late 20th Century American Coats and Outerwear

Vintage 1920's Babani Paris Couture Metallic Gold Lame Embroidered Velvet Coat
By Babani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ludlow Ogden Smith. This gorgeous Babani embroidered dusty lilac silk velvet coat is an extraordinary
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1920s French Coats

1920's Couture Purple Silk-Velvet Embroidered Metallic Gold Bullion Jacket Coat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
:20 inches Total Length:50 inches This early 1920's evening coat is in excellent condition with no
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1920s French Coats

1920's Embroidered Silk Piano Shawl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra large piano shawl is made out of wine red silk dupioni. Ivory-colored silk hand-embroidery in floral motif. Long fringe with elaborate knot work.

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Shawls

1920's Hand-Embroidered Silk Piano Shawl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra large 1920's Chinese export piano shawl is made out of ivory silk dupioni. Bright multi
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Shawls

1920's Silk Dupioni Hand-Embroidered Piano Shawl Cape
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1920's cape is made from an embroidered Chinese export piano shawl. It is made out of cream
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Late 19th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Coats and Outerwear

Vintage 1920's Embroidered Wool Suit
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1920s suit * navy blue wool * mouton cuffs/back of jacket * beautiful colorful Asian
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Early 20th Century Dress and Coat Ensembles

1920's Sapphire-Blue Metallic Embroidered Velvet Flapper Cape
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking 1920's French metallic-gold threaded sapphire-blue velvet evening cape-coat. Evening
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Capes

1920s Silk Embroidered Piano Shawl
Located in Rockwood, ON
Gorgeous embroidered silk Chinese export shawl that is from the twenties. It is a spectacular
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Shawls

1920s Black and Cream Floral Embroidered Kimono Jacket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous 1920s full length coat, featuring cream floral embroidery on black silk, done in the
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Early 20th Century Coats

1920s Gorgeous Black Velvet Metallic Embroidered Coat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous purple, blue, and metallic gold are embroidered throughout the luxe black velvet 1920s
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Early 20th Century Jackets

1920's Babani Couture Royal Blue Silk Embroidered Wrap Coat Jacket
By Babani
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 1920's Vitaldi Babani Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
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Early 20th Century French Capes

1920's Chinese Hand Embroidered Coat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage coat dates to the 1920's and is made of ivory silk dupioni for export from China. It
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1920s Unknown Coats and Outerwear

1920s Embroidered Silk Spring Coat
Located in Long Island City, NY
1920s Silk, Light weight coat. Entire piece in covered in multi colored embroidery. Fully lined.
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Coats and Outerwear

1920's Reversible Chinese Embroidered Ivory Silk Crepe Rabbit Fur Couture Coat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking ivory silk-crepe embroidered Chinese couture reversible coat dating back to the mid
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1920s Chinese Coats

Vintage 1920's French Metallic Lame Embroidered Roses Beaded Jeweled Coat Cape
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
fully-lined in softest silk-velvet. Extravagant garments from the 1920's are difficult to find
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1920s French Capes

1920's Cantonese Hand-Embroidered Piano Shawl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous piano shawl dates to the 1920's. It is made out of black silk with brightly-colored hand
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1920s Art Nouveau Shawls

1920s Vivid Embroidered Silk Piano Shawl
Located in Rockwood, ON
A spectacular and huge embroidered silk Chinese export shawl from the twenties.The floral design is
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Shawls

Extraordinary 1920s Silk Embroidered Piano Shawl
Located in Rockwood, ON
A spectacular and huge embroidered silk Chinese export shawl from the twenties. It is a spectacular
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Shawls

1920s Black on Black Silk Embroidered Piano Shawl
Located in Rockwood, ON
Gorgeous embroidered silk Chinese export shawl that is from the twenties. It is a spectacular black
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Shawls

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Embroidered 1920s Coat For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary embroidered 1920s coat you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Brown, Gray and more. You’re likely to find the perfect embroidered 1920s coat among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Morphew, Babani and Bridgette Morphew are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Embroidered 1920s Coat?

On average, an embroidered 1920s coat on 1stDibs sells for $1,475, while they’re typically $288 on the low end and $3,434 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Coats-outerwear for You

There is a stylish garment for anywhere in the universe, and on 1stDibs, finding the right vintage and designer coats and outerwear doesn’t have to feel like a journey to the ends of the earth.

Outerwear includes many types of garments aside from the standard coat. From capes, gilets, jackets and cloaks to raincoats and kimonos, fashion designers have long been preparing us for the elements, and outerwear in general has changed and evolved significantly over time.

A lot of the coat styles in our closets, such as the durable Navy-inspired peacoat, were popularized by soldiers who battled aggressive climes in their regulation field jackets and parkas — indeed, keeping troopers comfortable guided the design of the military surplus garments that have often become buzzy fashion trends. Even today, owing to the likes of Burberry, a luxury fashion house that is among the originators of the trench coat worn by British officers during World War I, the trench remains a timeless style, now available in a range of colors that can be worn throughout the year.

While women in late 1700s England donned an adaptation of a men’s jacket called a spencer — the likeness of which could be spotted in Ralph Lauren’s ready-to-wear collections hundreds of years later — designers hadn’t widely been crafting outerwear specifically for women. Generally, the outerwear of choice for the fashionable, well-heeled lady prior to the 1800s usually consisted of capes, shawls and stoles. By the mid-1800s, women were wearing overcoats with multiple layered collars popularized by men (often called a Garrick coat in England), and as women entered the workforce during the 1920s, hemlines climbed, jewelry was prominent and fashion conventions were broken across the board.

Thankfully, the 20th century’s tradition of challenging the norm continues steadfast in today’s outerwear fashions. Contemporary designers certainly find inspiration in 1960s and 1970s coats by Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Bonnie Cashin, but unisex options abound in modern creations that take both function and style into account. Find what inspires you in the full range of vintage and designer coats and outerwear available for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Embroidered 1920s Coat
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1920s that most people think of first is the flapper style. Women who dressed in this style sported loose-fitting, short dresses, often outfitted with drop waists and fringe. Small cloche hats and headbands were signature accessories of the flapper look. During the decade, pleated tennis skirts and cardigan sweater sets left the courts and became staples of some women's everyday styles. For men, soft collars replaced stiff, starched ones, and simple single and double-button suit jackets worn without waistcoats became trendy. Trousers also took on a new shape with wider-cut legs, and Oxford bags gained popularity. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1920s apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.
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    What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    In the 1920s, fashionable colors included jewel tones. Fashion, jewelry, furniture and decorative objects often featured jade green, deep reds, amethyst purple, dusty mustard yellow and peacock blue. Find a range of 1920s-era jewelry and fashion on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    In the 1920s, brides often wore tubular-shaped slip dresses with a beaded tunic over top. Hemlines usually fell just below the knee or to the ankle, and many gowns had dropped waists. For headwear, brides often showed off veils attached to cloche or flapper-style headbands. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of wedding dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To a 1920s party, you can wear a short fringed or beaded flapper dress, layers of long beaded or pearl necklaces, elbow-length gloves and a feathered headband. Another option is to wear an off-white men's suit. Shop a selection of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    In the 1920s, flappers often wore straight, fitted dresses with plunging necklines and knee-length hems. Fringe was a common embellishment used at the time. Flappers also sported pumps and opted for bras and lingerie instead of corsets for undergarments. Shop a variety of vintage clothing on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The type of tile that was used in the 1920s was primarily ceramic. Many shapes were available, including basketweave, penny round, pinwheel, square and subway. Hexagon tiles, however, which are still on trend, have been in use in bathrooms since at least the early 1900s. The choice of hexagonal tiles is believed to have been tied to cleanliness, as the small pieces could stand up to aggressive cleaning and could be easily replaced if needed. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of tiles from some of the world's top sellers.
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    Flapper dresses from the 1920s came in a range of colors, although darker hues such as black and navy were immensely popular. Flapper dresses were cut with straight and slim silhouettes, were typically knee-length and had a lower neckline. They were often made from silk chiffon and featured beaded details. You’ll find a selection of 1920s flapper dresses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    In the 1920s, engagement rings still looked like rings but were representative of a diverse range of styles and influences. Art Deco diamond ring designs took inspiration from the contemporary Cubist movement as well as from ancient Egypt – a revival sparked by the opening of King Tut’s tomb in 1922. Native American, African and Asian motifs also inspired jewelry pieces. Diamonds in square and rectangular shapes incorporating angular steps – like emerald cuts, Asscher cuts and baguettes – were set against black onyx, rubies, sapphires and emeralds to create color-blocking effects. Platinum, 18-karat gold, 14-karat white gold and sterling silver were some of the favored metals of the decade. Find a wide range of Art Deco engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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    Coco Chanel was considered one of the leading fashion designers in the 1920s and ’30s in Paris. The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel, who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon, she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz. In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed. During the 1920s, she also unveiled the predecessor for the 2.55 Flap bag, which remains one of Chanel's most popular offerings. Shop a large selection of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.

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