Halston Burnt Orange Ultrasuede Dress, Circa 1970s
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic vintage Halston ultrasuede shirt dress. notch collar. long sleeves. loose fitting silhouette. 5 button closure
Halston Burnt Orange Ultrasuede Dress, Circa 1970s
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic vintage Halston ultrasuede shirt dress. notch collar. long sleeves. loose fitting silhouette. 5 button closure
Halston 1970s Salmon Peach Ultrasuede Vintage 70s Belted Jacket and Skirt Suit
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
The great thing about Halston’s ultrasuede pieces are that they are machine washable !
Halston Mens Ultrasuede Safari Jacket
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Rare Halston Mens Ultrasuede Safari Jacket from the 1970's.
$295
Size: none; comparable to modern M-L
Peach Ultrasuede Belted Shirt Dress with Hidden Pockets – M-L, 1970s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Made famous by Halston, Ultrasuede dresses were designed for newly liberated working women who needed practical and professional clothes that still looked chic.
Halston Midnight Blue Ultrasuede Dress, Circa 1970s
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in Brooklyn, NY
○ Circa: 1970s ○ Label: Halston ○ Fabric: Ultrasuede ○ Color: Navy Blue ○ Condition: Excellent.
$600
Size: none; comparable to size M
Halston Nude Washable Ultrasuede Belted Tunic and Pant Safari Set - M, 1970s
By Halston
Located in Tucson, AZ
This two-piece ensemble goes one step further with Halston's signature use of ultrasuede, which is both machine washable and dryable.
Halston Ultrasuede Tunic Dress
By Halston
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a stunning, apricot-colored, sleeveless belted, ultrasuede tunic designed by Halston in the early 1970's.
Halston Turquoise Ultrasuede Wrap Halterneck Dress
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise Halston ultrasuede halter neck wrap dress. Halston is practically synonomous with ultrasuede.
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Halston Hat Featured on Newsweek 1972
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
A similar Halston ultrasuede hat was featured on the cover of Newsweek magazine in 1972.
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Halston Bordeaux Ultrasuede Wrap Coat
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Halston is practically synonomous with ultrasuede.
Halston, Ultramarine Blue Ultrasuede Maxi-Coat
By Halston
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a striking Ultramarine Blue, Ultrasuede Maxi-coat designed by Halston in 1972. Ultrasuede is a synthetic fabric of polyester and polyurethane which is crease resistant and ma...
1970s Halston Tobacco Colored Ultrasuede Ensemble
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
In 1972 Halston showed his first shirtdress in ultrasuede.
Circa 1972 Halston Navy Blue Ultrasuede Dress
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
In 1972 Halston showed his first shirtdress in ultrasuede.
Halston UltraSuede Jacket
By Halston
Located in New Hope, PA
Heralded as a miracle fiber in the 1970's UltraSuede was used extensively by Halston for his clean lined designs.
Vintage Halston Ultrasuede Shirt Dress
By Halston
Located in London, GB
A stunning shirt dress in ultrasuede by Halston. It has a front button opening, pockets on either side and two button cuffs.
Christopher Ross Large Snake Head Buckle on Green Halston Ultrasuede Belt
By Christopher Ross
Located in New Hope, PA
It is in excellent condition and shows no signs of wear. The Halston green Ultrasuede belt is in excellent condition as well.
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.
1970S HALSTON Butter Yellow Poly Blend Ultrasuede Skirt With Pockets
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Missing the label so priced as-is 1970S HALSTON Butter Yellow Poly Blend Ultrasuede Skirt With Pockets
1970s Halston Ultrasuede Khaki Brown Double Breasted Vintage Spy Trench Jacket
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Classic vintage 70s HALSTON Ultrasuede khaki / light brown double breasted spy trench jacket / coat !
1970s Halston Ultrasuede Khaki Brown Double Breasted Vintage Spy Trench Jacket
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Classic vintage 70s HALSTON Ultrasuede khaki / light brown double breasted spy trench jacket / coat !
Halston Ultrasuede Coatdress, 1970s
By Halston
Located in London, GB
A great dress coat by 1970s style icon Halston. In lavender ultrasuede, this full length dress coat can be dressed up or down, and worn buttoned or unbuttoned.
1970s HALSTON Ultrasuede Tan Sand Belted Vintage 70s Shirt Dress Duster Jacket
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
The possibilities are endless with this chic 1970s HALSTON ultrasuede long sleeve belted shirt dress or duster trench jacket !
Vintage Tan Halston Ultrasuede 1970s Jacket Size US S
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Vintage tan Ultrasuede jacket by Halston. Circa 1970s. Pointed collar.
Vintage Emerald Green Ultrasuede Halston Style Cape, 1970s
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Rising to popularity by the works of designers such as Halston, Ultrasuede quickly enraptured the late 1900s as a lighter, more pliable alternative to suede.
Halston 70s Cream Ultrasuede Short Sleeve Wrap Dress
By Halston
Located in San Francisco, CA
Halston 70s cream ultrasuede wrap dress. Short sleeve, elastic at waist.
Sold
Size: Best fits M, see measurements.
Halston 1970s Orange Pink Ultrasuede Button Up Coat or Coat Dress
By Halston
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Halston 1970s collared long sleeve ultrasuede coat in an amazing shade of orange-pink coral.
1970s Halston Robin Eggs Blue Ultrasuede Sleeveless Vintage 70s Shirt Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic iconic early 1970s HALSTON for MONTALDO'S Ultrasuede Robin Egg blue sleeveless belted shirt dress!
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 for being the first fashion designer to incorporate this soft durable fabric into we...
1970s Halston Bamboo Sun Hat
By Halston
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Often regarded for his designs utilizing ultrasuede, Roy Halston is considered to be one of the quintessential American designers.
Halston 1970's Ultrasuede Dress Fashion Sketch by Joe Eula with Fabric Sample
By Joe Eula
Located in New Hope, PA
This is a rare and original Joe Eula fashion sketch of a Halston yellow Ultrasuede dress design, complete with an attached fabric swatch of Ultrasuede.
1970's Halston Ultrasuede Trench
By Halston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic trench from Halston. Super soft beige ultrasuede. Double-breasted.
Halston Beige Ultrasuede Coat circa 1970s
By Halston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage coat by Halston circa 1970s Part of Halston's ultrasuede series Lightweight suede in beige color No closure, includes matching belt Condition: Excellent vintage condition Siz...
Halston Dandelion Yellow Ultrasuede Jacket circa 1970s
By Halston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage jacket by Halston circa 1970s Part of Halston's ultrasuede series Lightweight suede in light yellow color Mandarin collar Front buttons closure Condition: Excellent vintage c...
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.
Halston Vintage 1970s Ultrasuede Coral Dress
By Halston
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Halston Vintage Ultrasuede Coral Peach Cap Sleeve Dress, 1970s Estimated Size: UK 14/ US 10/ EU 42.
1972 Olive Green Ultrasuede Halston Dress
By Halston
Located in Rockwood, ON
This fabulous 1972 ultrasuede shirt dress is done in a deep, rich olive green color.
1972 Purple Ultrasuede Shirtwaist Halston Dress
By Halston
Located in Rockwood, ON
This fabulous 1972 ultrasuede shirt dress is done in a beautiful soft purple color.
Custom Larger 1972 Red Ultrasuede Halston Suit
By Halston
Located in Rockwood, ON
This fabulous 1972 ultrasuede suit is done in a deep russet red. The shortdresses were THE thing to own in the 1970's - and its a treat to have a custom suit in the shop.
Haslton Ultrasuede belted short coat C. Early 1970’s
By Halston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An iconic example from Roy Frowick Halston’s earlier work composed in the renowned patented “Ultrasuede” fabric which was revolutionary for its time for providing a luxury look for a...
Halston Ultrasuede Trench Coat
By Halston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Halston Trench Coat Circa 1970's Vintage Iconic Halston ultrasuede Mustard yellow Short trench style coat Angled slash pockets on each side Matching belt around waist Notched...
Museum Held c1972 Halston Ultrasuede Cream Dress
By Halston
Located in Rockwood, ON
Pockets on each hip Sleeves: 24" Shoulders: 15" Bust: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam Hips: 20" flat across from sid...
Halston Ultrasuede Belted Dress Size Large.
By Halston
Located in Atlanta, GA
Halston 1970s tan ultrasuede belted dress is a size large.
Halston 1970's Blue Ultrasuede Coat Dress
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Its a Halston! Halston 1970's Blue Ultrasuede Coat Dress in electric blue.
70s RARE Halston Sky Blue Ultrasuede Coat
By Halston
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous ultrasuede coat is Halston at his best. Not only is the colour a striking sky blue but the gathered waist with an accompanying sash belt make this mid length coat a tru...
Halston Vintage Ultrasuede Coral Peach Cap Sleeve Dress, 1970s
By Halston
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Halston Vintage Ultrasuede Coral Peach Cap Sleeve Dress, 1970s Estimated Size: UK 14/ US 10/ EU 42.
1972 Green Ultrasuede Halston Dress with Belt
Located in Rockwood, ON
This fabulous 1972 ultrasuede shirt dress is done in a brilliant, bright emerald green color that I love.
Halston for I. Magnin Men's Vintage 'Halsuede' Brown Blazer Jacket, 1970s
By Halston
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Halston Men's Vintage Ultrasuede 'Halsuede' Brown Sport Coat, 1970s Size: fits roughly like a modern men's Medium.
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...
$275
Size: Fits IT 40, US 4 see measurement
Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dolce and Gabbana lime green fit and flare pencil skirt with yellow lace godet panels at bottom. Vertical seam detail at one side. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% viscose (linen-loo...
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 2
1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 90s Diane Von Furstenberg green and white cotton strapless top! 3-D leaf print, with a trapeze/free flowing waist. Buttons at top back. Can easily be dressed day to night. ...
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 ...
Thierry Mugler Sculptural Wool Tartan Jacket Velvet Details Red Black
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning 1993 Thierry Mugler signature sculpted blazer jacket. Timeless and extremely bautiful red tartan jacket, dramatic silhouette fiitted waist and pointy sharp details. Plaid hi...
Purple sequin Asymmetrical evening dress HALSTON New
By Halston
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Asymmetrical purple sequin evening dress. Main fabric composition: 100% nylon. Lining composition: 92% polyester, 8% elastane. Invisible zip on the right side + hook&eye. Wrap on t...
$800
Size: FR 38 (US 4-6) but runs small
Unworn Christian Dior By John Galliano "Diorissimo" One-Piece Swimsuit, SS2002
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Geneva, CH
From the SS2002 "Street Chic" collection, this never worn Dior one-piece swimsuit features the house's iconic "Dior Oblique" logo, which makes a subtle statement on its own. Made in ...
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...
$2,926
H 5.52 in W 1.19 in L 8.86 in
Hermès Padlock Bag Clutch Purse Doblis Leather Purple and Golden Hdw RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Lovely and Rare Authentic Hermès Clutch Called "Padlock" due to the Padlock Shaped clasp Very rare ! A-line shape of the purse and asymmetrical cut of the flap for a chic and eleg...
Chanel Boating Python Large Classic Shopper Zippered Expandable Tote
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Boating Python Large Classic Shopper Zippered Expandable Tote Year: 2010 Medium zip around boating tote Silver hardware Rubberized CC logo Glazed boat rope handle Canvas inte...
1920's Filet Lace Dress Made in France
Located in New Hope, PA
This 1920's filet lace dress was Made in France and it is a very beautiful and wearable dress. It has a square neckline with two small hand embroidered panels at the center front. Th...
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...
Alexander McQueen New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cashmere blend mini dress with a dramatic stand up collar from Alexander McQueen. It is double breasted with a stand up lapel collar which frames the face beautifull...
Halston Silk Chiffon Jersey Grecian Goddess Dress
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Halston's iconic ivory cream fine silk jersey two piece Grecian goddess dress. The separate strapless boned bustier bodice of ruched and pleated chiffon jersey. The long skirt loosel...
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Nude Color Ostrich Feather Embellished Dress Gown 10
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
An exquisite Oscar de la Renta evening gown, masterfully combining glamour and craftsmanship. Designed in a nude-toned illusion net base, the gown features intricate hand embroidery ...
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...
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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