1970s Halston Ultra Suede Tan Brown Vintage 70s Fedora Hat
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s HALSTON ultra suede tan fedora hat ! Features the soft versatile ultra suede Halston was
1970s Halston Ultra Suede Tan Brown Vintage 70s Fedora Hat
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s HALSTON ultra suede tan fedora hat ! Features the soft versatile ultra suede Halston was
Halston Midnight Blue Ultrasuede Dress, Circa 1970s
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic vintage Halston ultra suede shirt dress. pointed collar. long sleeves. loose fitting
Halston 1970s Salmon Peach Ultrasuede Vintage 70s Belted Jacket and Skirt Suit
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Beyond chic HALSTON ultra suede salmon / peach jacket and skirt ensemble ! The perfect color for
Halston Iconic Ultra Feather Faux Suede Cropped Zippered Jacket c 1970s Petite
By Halston
Located in University City, MO
Halston Iconic ultra - feather faux suede bomber style zippered jacket c 1970s Petite Size The
$2,450
Size: Medium / Large
Halston 1970s Pistachio Green Ultra Suede Short Sleeve Vintage 70s Shirt Dress
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s HALSTON pistachio green ultra suede short sleeve belted shirt dress ! The perfect color
1970s Halston Crimson Red Ultra Suede Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Shirt Dress
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 70s HALSTON crimson red ultra suede long sleeve shirt dress ! Buttons up the front
Circa 1972 Halston Navy Blue Ultrasuede Dress
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
This deep navy blue ultrasuede shirtdress is one of the first and most popular of Halston's ultra
Halston Red Ultra Suede Coat Dress with Pockets and Belt
By Halston
Located in Atlanta, GA
Halston 1970s dark red ultra suede button up dress with pockets and belt. Elastic waistband that
HALSTON 1970s Pink Ultra Suede Cropped Jacket Size 14. Never Worn.
By Halston
Located in Atlanta, GA
HALSTON 1970s pink ultra suede cropped jacket is a size 14. Ladies please grab your tape measure
Halston 1970s Red Ultra Suede Peplum Jacket and Black Wool Pencil Skirt Size 4
By Halston
Located in Atlanta, GA
Halston 1970s fire engine bright red ultra suede peplum jacket with belt and pencil skirt is a size
Halston Ultra Suede Belted Jacket
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Halston, ultra suede, camel tone, belted jacket, having a shawl collar detail and slash pockets.
Halston Ultra Suede Dress
By Halston
Located in Austin, TX
Halston purple ultra suede sleeveless dress with belt. Buttons down front. Two side pockets
Halston Ultra Suede Double Breasted Trench
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Halston, beige, ultra suede, double breasted, belted trench, having a fitted bodice, A line
Halston 1970s Mint Green Ultra-Suede Dress
By Halston
Located in San Francisco, CA
Halston 1970s short sleeve mint green ultra suede wrap style dress. Ties at interior and hooks at
1970's Halston Red Ultra Suede Gown
By Halston
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970's long sleeve, deep red, ultra suede gown. Fabric was revolutionary for the time. Machine
Halston Chocolate Brown Ultrasuede Long Maxi Coat Dress, 1970s
By Halston
Located in San Francisco, CA
Halston 1970's brown ultra suede partial wrap dress. Fastens with hooks at elasticized waist and a
Halston Ultra Suede Belted Wrap Coat
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Halston, chocolate brown, ultra suede, belted coat, having a notched / lapel collar, no closures
1970s Halston ultra suede dress/ coat
By Halston
Located in Austin, TX
1970s Halston tan ultra suede dress with side pockets and belt. Condition: Very good, small pin
Halston 1970s Ultra Suede Khaki Beige Sand Sleeveless Vintage 70s Belted Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and timeless HALSTON ultra suede khaki sleeveless belted dress ! Features seven buttons up the
Halston 1970s Ultra Suede Royal Blue Large Size Vintage 70s Shirt Wrap Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
I have had a number of HALSTON Ultra Suede dressed before ( they always sell fast ), but I have
Halston Beige Ultra Faux Suede Hat, circa 1970s
By Halston
Located in University City, MO
Halston beige ultra faux suede hat c 1970s The soft cloth feather suede retro hat makes a chic
1970s Halston Ultrasuede Khaki Brown Double Breasted Vintage Spy Trench Jacket
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
! Features the classic soft and wearable ultra suede fabric Halston created that is perfect for all year wear
1970s Halston Ultrasuede Khaki Brown Double Breasted Vintage Spy Trench Jacket
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
! Features the classic soft and wearable ultra suede fabric Halston created that is perfect for all year wear
1970s Halston Robin Eggs Blue Ultrasuede Sleeveless Vintage 70s Shirt Dress
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
dress! This beauty is particularly rare, as it hails from Halston's debut line of ultra suede in 1972
1970s Halston Bubblegum Pink Ultrasuede Vintage 70s Halter Wrap Maxi Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and iconic 1970s HALSTON bubblegum pink ultra suede halter maxi dress! Roy Halston was known
1970s Raspberry Ultra Suede Halston
By Halston
Located in Rockwood, ON
This amazing Halston ultra suede dress could actually double as an evening coat. These were THE
1970s Purple Halston Coat Dress
By Halston
Located in Rockwood, ON
This is an amazing Halston ultra suede dress could actually double as an coat. These were THE thing
Vintage Halston 1970s Salmon Ultra Suede Coat Dress With Belt
By Halston
Located in Portland, OR
This is an original vintage 1970's Halston ultrasuede dress/coat in a beautiful salmon peach color
1970s Camel Halston Leather Midi Skirt
By Halston
Located in Rockwood, ON
Halston separates in his classic ultra suede more often, to find a leather piece is a really rare and
1972 Halston Ultra Suede Trench Coat
By Halston
Located in Rockwood, ON
A fabulous c.1972 ultra suede trench coat that is a beautiful deep raspberry color. These were THE
Vintage HALSTON 1970's Ultra suede dress
By Halston
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Vintage HALSTON 1970's Light green, plush ultra suede dress with lace front tie closure. Brass
1970's Halston Sky Blue Ultra Suede Wrap Dress
By Halston
Located in Houston, TX
Oh so spring with its sky blue hue and so comfortable Halston! Sleeveless Kimono style wrap dress
Vintage Halston 1970s Steel Blue Grey Ultra Suede Double Breasted Coat
By Halston
Located in Portland, OR
This vintage Halston double breasted steel grey ultra suede coat was made in the USA in the 1970's
$3,950
Size: Small - Small Medium
Halston 1970s Brown Rust H Logo Buckles Two Piece Vintage 70s Bikini Swimsuit
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Another 1970s HALSTON brown / rust two piece bikini swimsuit ! This is one of five swimsuits from a halstonette model herself. Ivory colored lucite buckles in the signature H shape. ...
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
Oscar de la Renta Corsage Cocktail Dress New!
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oscar de la Renta strapless lace and silk corsage cocktail dress offered in brand new condition. Hand ruched black lace bodice with large attached rosette corsage. Bodice extends ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2003 "Irere" Tan Knit Button Embellished Plunge Blouse Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2003 "Irere" Tan Cotton Knit Button Embellished Plunge Blouse Top Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2003 "Irere" Designer: Alexander McQu...
Vintage Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black + Nude Viscose 80s Mini Sweater Dress Tunic
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 1980s AZZEDINE ALAIA black and nude viscose micro mini sweater dress / tunic! Features the most luxurious soft viscose rayon that drapes the body so beautifully. Dolman ...
Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Black White Plunging Cleavage Cut Out Gown Dress
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and highly collectible museum quality vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL by TOM FORD black and white plunging runway cut-out gown ! Features a soft crepe blend fabric that hugs the ...
Alexander McQueen Silk Floral Halter Dress, 2010
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Marlborough, GB
Alexander McQueen silk floral halter dress, 2010 Beautiful watercolour-like oversized floral print throughout Halter gathers in a knot at the front, creating soft pleats that cascade...
$760Sale Price|20% Off
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...
Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace
Located in University City, MO
Sleek braided leather alligator head choker necklace The unique choker necklace is designed with a pair of silver metal alligators heads adhered to a black leather braided cord. The ...
NWT's THE DANES Vintage Black Silk Extra Long Evening Gown Maxi Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
The Danes Vintage Black 100% silk Extra long Pullover Sheer mesh back Size USA 8 NWT's, Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: length 66, pit to pit 16 to 18, smallest of waist...
$395Sale Price|33% Off
Size: Medium - Large
Chic 1960s Black and White Gingham Long Sleeve A - Line Vintage 60s Wool Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 1960s black and white large houndstooth long sleeve A-line dress! Features a fitted bodice with a full skirt. Oversized collar, and bell sleeves that cuff at the hem. Featu...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Grey Embellished Mini Evening Bag
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Grey tones Silver hardware Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: usable inside space: length 5....
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Blue Gray Tailored Blazer Skirt Suit
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Blue Gray Tailored Blazer Skirt Suit Brand / Manufacturer: Givenchy Collection: A/W 1998 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Tailored bla...
$2,500
Size: USA 8 fits like a 6
VALENTINO Vintage Silk Crystal Embellished Pewter Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino Vintage Pewter silver color 100% silk Strap can be worn off the shoulder, too Clear crystal accents (one strap can be re-glued/taped/etc) Invisible side zip Size USA 8 fits...
White wedding ( or evening) dress CHRISTIAN DIOR by Maria-Grazia Chiuri
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White wedding ( or evening) dress. No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Button and buttonhole closure on the cuffs and...
Halston 1970s Documented Beaded Dress
By Halston
Located in Water Mill, NY
Featured in "Halston: An American Original" by Elaine Gross and Red Rottham, this beautiful sleeveless off white silk dress from Halston is completely adorned in horizontal rows of e...
Recognized for the understated but wholly glamorous fashions he introduced in the 1970s, and revered today for his vintage dresses, sunglasses, handbags and other enduring designs, Roy Halston Frowick defined the spare, body-conscious style of the so-called Studio 54 era. In doing so, he became a legend himself, known simply as Halston, a lean moniker that represented the visionary minimalist ideals he would inject into the world of fashion.
Born in Des Moines, Iowa — but raised in Evansville, Indiana — Halston moved to Chicago in 1952, where he worked as a window dresser by day and studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago at night. In the late 1950s, he moved to New York City. As the hat designer for Bergdorf Goodman, he had his first encounter with fame in 1961 when Jackie Kennedy wore a pillbox hat he designed to President John F. Kennedy’s inauguration. Less than a decade later, after hats fell out of fashion and sales plummeted, Halston launched his own ready-to-wear line and opened a Madison Avenue boutique.
One of Halston’s early successes was the sexy Ultrasuede shirtdress, an unassuming adaptation of a man’s oxford shirt introduced in 1972 that became a fashion staple for the well-dressed woman. Named for a washable synthetic fabric that evokes the feel of suede — Halston is said to have previously seen innovative designer Issey Miyake wearing the material — the Ultrasuede shirtdress was cut to complement many figures with buttons that began at the breastbone rather than at the garment’s structured neckline. In one season, 60,000 were sold. Ultrasuede became a Halston signature, and he would use the fabric in coats, luggage and other items.
But it was his seductively simple nightlife designs that made Halston an international name. Often cut on the bias or sewn with single seams, his garments were constructed to flatter the female form like no evening gowns that had come before, popularizing such styles as the halter dress. “Halston brought a spark of the divine to everything he did,” said model Pat Cleveland during an interview about the 2021 Netflix series based on his life.
And, for a while, the designer was as ubiquitous in the clubs as his designs. “For two decades, [Halston] was the king of New York nightlife,” wrote Steven Gaines in Vanity Fair. He was a regular at Studio 54, partying with the likes of Andy Warhol, Bianca Jagger, Liza Minnelli and his Halstonettes, his coterie of glamorous models and muses that included Elsa Peretti. The close friend and collaborator of Halston’s transformed diamond jewelry for Tiffany & Co. after signing a contract with the storied American luxury house in 1974.
Halston won four Coty American Fashion Critics' Awards over the course of his career. In 1973, he sold his company to Norton Simon, and in the early 1980s, it switched ownership again. By 1984, neither his name nor his company were his own. Halston continued to work, however. He collaborated with close friend and legendary choreographer Martha Graham, designing critically acclaimed costumes for her, including for her dance work Persephone in 1987. Halston died of complications from AIDS in 1990.
Today, Halston’s designs can be found in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and more.
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