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ChristainDior Galliano 2001 MadeInFrance LaceNetCorset Black HalterBustier Boxed
By John Galliano, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Chicago, IL
While John Galliano was creating haute-couture in Paris for French Maison Christian Dior as its
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Early 2000s French Corsets
1990s Christian Dior Haute Couture Cocktail Dress W/Velvet Corset Detailing
By Christian Dior, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Gresham, OR
A Gorgeous 1990s numbered Dior Haute Couture cocktail dress by Gianfranco Ferre': Micro-pleated
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses
Christian Lacroix Rare Haute Couture Runway Jacket Blouse Ball Skirt, Corset
By Christian Lacroix, Christian Lacroix Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Lacroix authentic Haute Couture 4-piece ensemble from his 1999 Couture Collection
Comprised of 4
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1990s Evening Gowns
Worth Haute Couture
By Gérard Uféras
Located in Vienna, AT
Nude picture of a model wearing a corset from behind next to a mannequin.
Gerard Uferas
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21st Century and Contemporary Photography
Materials
Silver Gelatin
Chanel Vintage Haute Couture Fall/Winter 1992 Black Satin Corset Gown Dress
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
The Chanel Haute Couture Fall/Winter 1992 collection showcased an extraordinary "Jellyfish" corset
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1990s French Evening Dresses
Autumn/Winter 1959 Christian Dior Couture Black Silk Chiffon "Bella" Gown
By Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Absolutely breathtaking black layered silk chiffon Christian Dior Couture gown from the fall/winter
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1950s French Evening Gowns
Christian Lacroix Evening Gown Corset Haute Couture Numbered Silk Crepe Rare XS
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This fabulous haute couture evening gown was made by Christian Lacroix, most likely in the early
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1990s French Evening Gowns
Thierry Mugler Haute Couture Green Velvet Dress with Belt, "VAMPIRE DRESS" 1981.
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in New York, NY
Thierry Mugler Haute Couture Green Velvet Dress with Belt, "VAMPIRE DRESS" 1981.
Off the shoulder
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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Haute Couture White Bouclé Corseted Skirt Suit, ss 2014
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Chanel Haute Couture Ensemble
▪ Creative Director: Karl Lagerfeld
▪ Haute Couture
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2010s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles
Size: approx. FR38 - UK10 - US6
Givenchy Haute Couture, Velvet, Red, Gown, 2015
By Givenchy
Located in Kingston, NY
Givenchy Haute Couture, 2015,
Velvet, Red, Gown worn by celebrity (please inquire) at the 2015
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns
1989 Runway Haute Couture Nina Ricci Brocade Dress
By Nina Ricci
Located in London, GB
This incredible 1990s Nina Ricci haute couture party dress is a guaranteed show-stopper and boasts
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1990s French Evening Dresses
Balenciaga 1967 Haute Couture Black Chantilly Lace Pantalettes Dress
By Balenciaga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Balenciaga 1967 Haute Couture Black Chantilly Lace Pantalettes Dress
Vintage; 1967 haute couture
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1960s European Evening Dresses and Gowns
Chanel Haute Couture ivory lace wedding dress, c. 1960s
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Haute Couture ivory lace wedding dress with corseted bodice, cap sleeves, trained skirt and
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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Couture ThierryMugler 1990s CorsetStyle SilkLined Denim WideShoulder Power Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Chicago, IL
In the 1990s, French Thierry Mugler designed this haute-couture labeled and numbered corset-style
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses
1992 Thierry Mugler Couture Halter Neck Red Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in London, GB
defining moment in Mugler’s career. For the first time he showed at the haute couture collections and was
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1990s French Evening Dresses
DOLCE & GABBANA Carrie's SATC 1990s Couture Hand-Embroidered Corset Dress 40
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Switzerland, CH
ever created by DOLCE & GABBANA and a like true haute couture piece
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses
1984 Givenchy Haute Couture Documented Silk Petal Appliqué Velvet Hourglass Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking and truly timeless Givenchy haute couture petal appliqued silk velvet hourglass gown
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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Vintage 1990 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Documented Sculpted Strapless Gown
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Yves Saint Laurent Haute-Couture gown from his iconic 1990 spring-summer documented
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1990s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
1950S FERCIONI Pink & Purple Haute Couture Silk Beaded One Shoulder Cocktail Dr
Located in New York, NY
Italian Haute Couture at its finest. Fully hand finished and beaded with crystal feathers. Internal
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1950s Italian Cocktail Dresses
S/S 1998 Atelier Versace Haute Couture Purple Strapless Oroton Chainmail Top
By Atelier Versace
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 1998 Atelier Versace (Haute Couture) purple strapless Oroton chainmail top. Fully chainmail
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1990s Shirts
Lanvin Castello Haute Couture Coral Silk Brocade Coat & Dress Ensemble 1950s
By Antonio del Castillo, Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lanvin-Castello Haute Couture dress & coat ensemble in bright coral silk brocade from the 1950s
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1950s French Dress and Coat Ensembles
1958 Jean Dessès Haute Couture Documented Pink Ruched Silk Chiffon Goddess Gown
By Jean Dessès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
which acted as a couture retailer authorized to sell Paris haute couture for clients who couldn't travel
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1950s French Wedding Dresses
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Haute Couture Black Silk Evening Dress, fw 1994
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Chanel Haute Couture Black Silk Evening Dress
▪ Creative Director: Karl Lagerfeld
▪
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Size: Approx. FR38 - UK10 - US6
Vintage 1955 Jean Dessès Haute Couture Documented Black Silk-Chiffon Petal Dress
By Jean Dessès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
collectible. He is one of the most important designers of the 20th century and was a designated Haute Couture
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1950s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
1965 Balenciaga Haute Couture Museum-Held Metallic Pink Gold Beaded Silk Dress
By Balenciaga
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-of-a-kind sculpted haute couture dress is a wonderful example of his genius. Fashioned from the
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1960s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Vintage 1967 Givenchy Haute Couture Cobalt Blue Draped Silk Chiffon Caftan Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous Givenchy numbered haute couture royal blue silk chiffon draped gown dating back to his
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
1958 EISA by CRISTOBAL BALENCIAGA haute couture black boucle wool skirt suit
By Eisa, Balenciaga
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, jet-black boucle wool haute couture suit designed by Cristobal Balenciaga for his Eisa
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1950s Spanish Jackets
Vintage 1989 Gianni Versace Haute Couture Beaded Circus Novelty Gown and Shawl
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
shawl dating back to his famous 1989 haute couture collection. This one-of-a-kind ensemble was a custom
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1980s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses
F/W 1998 Christian Dior Haute Couture by John Galliano Black Woven Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black Christian Dior Haute Couture gown, designed by John Galliano. From the
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses
F/W 1998 Christian Dior Haute Couture by John Galliano Black Woven Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black Christian Dior Haute Couture gown, designed by John Galliano. From the
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses
A/W 1956 Jeanne Lanvin Haute Couture Black and Gold Embroidered Velvet Dress
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 1956 Jeanne Lanvin by Antonio Castillo Haute Couture black and gold embroidered velvet dress
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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns
Vintage 1965 Jean Patou Haute Couture Icy Blue-Green Silk Plunge Sculptural Gown
By Jean Patou
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning Jean Patou haute couture shimmering silk gown, in the most beautiful shade of pale icy
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1960s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
F/W 2005 Valentino Haute Couture Olive Green Silk Metal Embellished Runway Gown
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible olive/sage green silk Valentino Haute Couture gown. From the Fall/Winter
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Early 2000s Italian Formal Gowns
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Haute Couture mauve embroidered lace pant suit, fw 2002
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Chanel Haute Couture mauve lace evening pant suit
▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld
▪ Embroidery by
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Early 2000s French Trouser Pant Suits
Size: Approx. FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
Vintage 1975 Madame Grès Haute Couture Rare Documented Silk-Jersey Cut Out Gown
By Madame Gres
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A simply gorgeous and museum quality Madame Grès haute couture heavily pleated silk-jersey gown
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1970s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
S/S 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Beaded Panel Bustier Corset Top
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning black satin strapless Gianni Versace corset, designed by Donatella Versace
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1990s Italian Blouses and Tops
1992 S/S Yves Saint Laurent YSL Haute Couture Striped Silk Gown No.67074
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
the exterior, the interior and construction is straight up haute couture - featuring a boned corset at
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1990s French Shift Cocktail Dresses
1980s BergdorfGoodman Costa Corseted Strapless Quintessential Little Black Dress
By Bergdorf Goodman, Victor Costa
Located in Chicago, IL
l'Ecole de la Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture Parisienne, whereafter his initial focus in designing
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses
S/S 1997 Atelier Versace by Gianni Beaded Floral Dress Corset Removable Strap
By Atelier Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an intricate Atelier Versace Haute Couture dress, designed by Gianni Versace for his
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1990s Italian Day Dresses
Paul Daunay couture pink silk brocade evening gown, c. 1960
By Paul Daunay
Located in London, GB
Paul Daunay couture pink silk brocade strapless evening gown with built-in corset and structured
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1960s Swiss Evening Dresses and Gowns
6.72 Carat Full Finger Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Corset Cocktail Ring
By Butani
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
also extravagant statement pieces inspired by haute couture.
Butani’s distinctive designs extend
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
F/W 1999 Atelier Versace Coral Beaded Sheer Corset Two-Piece Pants Set Donatella
By Atelier Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Donatella Versace. This stunning set, from Versace's Atelier Versace line (Haute Couture), features a
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1990s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles
Iconic Alexander McQueen AW 2008 Pure Silk Corset Dress God Save The Queen
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
extraordinairy collectors' piece and represents everything Alexander McQueen stands for: Haute Couture, Wearable
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses
Vintage 1950s Curiel Couture Pleated Purple Silk Chiffon Strapless Goddess Gown
By Gigliola Curiel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
purple silk chiffon gown dating back to the mid 1950's. Curiel is an important Italian haute couture
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1950s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Vintage 1990s Nolan Miller Couture Ivory Embroidered Silk Strapless Mermaid Gown
By Nolan Miller
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
seamed and on the level of modern day haute couture. This would make an epic red carpet or wedding moment
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1990s American Wedding Dresses
A Christian Dior/Gianfranco Ferré Couture Pink Chiffon Dress Circa 1990
By Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
with hook fasteners. White label black graphic Christian Dior Haute Couture Paris. Excellent condition
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1990s French Day Dresses
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Size: Equivalent french size 36
Atelier Versace Metallic Pink Couture Evening Dress and Bag, ss 1996
By Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Atelier Versace Evening Dress
▪ Creative Director: Gianni Versace
▪ Haute Couture
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns
A Jacques Griffe French Couture Evening Dress in Chiffon and Lace Circa 1958
By Jacques Griffe
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958/1960
France
Jacques Griffe Haute Couture dress in cream guipure and fuschia organza
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1960s French Empire Waist Dresses
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Size: Equivalent French Size 34/36
A Louis Féraud Couture Taffeta Evening Dress with beaded Bodice-Fall 1986-1987
By Louis Feraud
Located in Toulon, FR
Louis Féraud Haute Couture from the 1986-1987 collection. Bustier with plunging neckline bare back
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1980s French Evening Dresses
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Size: Equivalent size 34-36 France
Atelier Versace steel grey silk and chainmail couture evening dress, fw 1998
By Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
(since Haute Couture pieces transcend standard sizing conventions, the indicated size serves as an
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns
F/W 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Serena Williams Cut-Out Purple Poppy Gown
By Gianni Versace Couture, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
2001 Atelier Versace haute couture runway in green. The intricate leaf-shaped cutout detailing also
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns
S/S 2000 Valentino Black Strapless Gown with Open Bust
By Valentino
Located in North Hollywood, CA
favorite designs as he brought it back for his S/S 2000 Haute Couture season. Worn by Elizabeth Hurley to
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns
Chanel Vintage Fall 2002 Navy Blue Embellished Silver Crystal 02A Top Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Couture-like look! This breathtaking jacket has a fitted corset-like cut, concealed back zip closure
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Early 2000s French Jackets
Atelier Versace black leather strapless embellished mini dress, fw 1997
By Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
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▪ Haute Couture, Fall-Winter 1997
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns
Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Sensational Aqua Baracci Lace and Rhinestone Gown
By Baracci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a stunning Baracci Haute Couture Original. It is a vibrant aqua with exquisite gold lace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Evening Gowns
S/S 2004 Atelier Versace by Donatella Metallic Green Halterneck Runway Gown
By Atelier Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Donatella-designed Atelier Versace gown is the perfect Haute Couture piece to add to any collection
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Early 2000s Italian Formal Gowns
Eavis & Brown Embellished Green Silk Victorian Blouse
By Eavis & Brown
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
for Capriccio haute couture blouse is crafted from rich green Silk and features leg-o-mutton sleeves
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1980s English Blouses and Tops
Jean Paul Gaultier Rare Steampunk Necklace with Resin Cameo Pendant
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Galliano brought elements from the trend to his spring haute couture show for Christian Dior. Another
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1990s French Modern Pendant Necklaces
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Vintage 1990’s Chanel Boutique Gray Plaid Wool Suit Set
By Chanel Boutique
Located in Greenport, NY
credited for revolutionizing haute couture and ready-to-wear by replacing structured, corseted silhouettes
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1990s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles
Vintage Christian Lacroix Vintage Gold Toned Choker Circa 1990s
By Christian Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
costume designer but instead entered the world of fashion, specifically haute couture, with the support of
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1990s French Artist Link Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
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Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary haute couture corset you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Red and more. You’re likely to find the perfect haute couture corset among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Christian Dior, Christian Lacroix and Bill Blass are consistently popular.
How Much is a Haute Couture Corset?
The price for a haute couture corset starts at $250 and tops out at $26,200, and on average, selling for $1,715.
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From museum-worthy vintage Oscar de la Renta evening dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing available on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement.
For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think Galliano and Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Chanel remain classic for haute couture advocates and beyond. By exploring the vast array of vintage collections on these pages, you can transform your closet into a retreat that is as retro as it is royal.
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Questions About Haute Couture Corset
- What is haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024Haute couture is the name of custom-designed clothing that select fashion houses produce. To qualify as haute couture, a maker must receive certification from the Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Paris. Each year, this chamber of commerce publishes a list of the current haute couture maisons. Shop a selection of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- Is Versace haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024Yes, Versace is haute couture. The Italian fashion house is an official member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that determines which firms can operate with haute couture status.
More than any designer before him, Gianni Versace mined celebrity, music and Pop art for inspiration. In fact, the New York Times noted in 1997 that the fashion industry "is now driven by contemporary culture because Mr. Versace made it that way."
On 1stDibs, find vintage Versace clothing and accessories. - What qualifies as haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Haute couture is described as high-end luxury wear that has been custom-fitted and constructed by hand from start to finish and is governed by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode in France. You can shop a variety of top fashion houses' haute couture designs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Dior haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 20, 2024Yes, Dior is haute couture.
The French luxury fashion house Christian Dior is an official member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that determines which maisons can operate with haute couture status.
When Christian Dior launched his haute couture house, in 1946, he wanted nothing less than to make “an elegant woman more beautiful and a beautiful woman more elegant.” He succeeded, and in doing so the visionary designer altered the landscape of 20th century fashion. Vintage Dior bags, shoes, evening dresses, shirts and other garments and accessories are known today for their feminine and sophisticated sensibility.
On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Dior apparel and accessories. - Is Balmain haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024Yes, Balmain is haute couture. The term haute couture refers to high-end luxury wear that has been custom-fitted and constructed by hand from start to finish. The world of haute couture is governed by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode in France.
Fashion designer Pierre Balmain established his now-iconic label in 1945. In the postwar years, Balmain became known for bell-shaped skirts falling from slender waists, structured jackets over sheath day dresses and embellishments like fur trim.
From the dresses favored by Hollywood icons like Audrey Hepburn and Marlene Dietrich to the sleek, skinny jeans seen on Nicki Minaj, Kid Cudi and every Kardashian, clothes from the House of Balmain have long been mainstays in celebrity wardrobes. Shop a collection of vintage Balmain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs. - What is a haute couture dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024A haute couture dress is dress is a dress that was made by an esteemed haute couture designer. Dresses created by haute couture houses are constructed by hand from start to finish. They’re made of the finest materials and are individually tailored to meet the needs of a specific client.
Haute couture garments are expertly created by firms that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Dior, Maison Margiela and Schiaparelli are examples of universally revered haute couture houses.
Find haute couture dresses on 1stDibs. - Is Mugler haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Whether Mugler is haute couture may vary from year to year. This is due to the fact that the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode updates its list of haute couture fashion houses annually. Generally, the French luxury fashion house founded by Thierry Mugler has regularly appeared on the list of official haute couture fashion houses. Explore a variety of Mugler apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024In fashion, “haute couture” means "high sewing" or "high dressmaking." Haute couture is French and refers to the creation of one-of-a-kind pieces by an esteemed fashion designer or house for a particular client.
Haute couture garments such as dresses are pieces of clothing constructed by hand from start to finish and are made with the highest quality materials. They are expertly created by firms that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Dior, Maison Margiela and Schiaparelli are some of fashion's universally revered haute couture houses. - Is Louis Vuitton haute couture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024Yes, Louis Vuitton is haute couture. The iconic French luxury brand is a member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body of haute couture as an art form.
Founded in 1868 as the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture and renamed FHCM in 2017, the organization has around 100 members — and Sidney Toledano, the CEO of Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), sits on its executive committee. "Haute couture" is a legal term that, literally translated, means "high sewing" and refers to innovative, hand-crafted garments created for private clients and presented to the public every January and July.
Find vintage Louis Vuitton Neverfull bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024The difference between ready-to-wear and haute couture comes down to availability and pricing as well as whether or not the brand in question can assert haute couture status (this denomination is protected by law). Haute couture garments are crafted by maisons that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Haute couture items are custom-made and individually tailored to fit the wearer. As a result, they sell for very high prices. Fashion houses produce ready-to-wear apparel on a much larger scale in a range of predetermined sizes and sell it at lower price points. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of apparel and accessories.
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