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Sketches Haute Couture

Autumn/Winter 1977 Christian Dior Haute Couture Trench Coat with Fur Collar
By Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Toronto, Ontario
It really does not get more fabulous then this Christian Dior Couture trench coat from the Autumn
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1970s French Trench Coats

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

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

1983 Madame Gres Haute Couture Blue & Striped Taffeta Cocktail Dress W/Capelet
By Madame Gres
Located in Studio City, CA
1983 Madame Gres haute couture cocktail dress featuring a blue silk taffeta bodice w/thin spaghetti
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1981 Madame Gres Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Skirt & Blouse Ensemble w/Shoes
By Madame Gres
Located in Studio City, CA
A 1981 Madame Gres haute couture dark scarlet silk taffeta skirt and blouse ensemble with matching
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

S/S 1992 Givenchy Haute Couture Deep Brown Strapless Gown with Embroidered Bust
By Givenchy
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 1992 Givenchy Haute Couture deep brown strapless gown with embroidered sequin and raffia
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1990s Evening Dresses

F/W 1977 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture 'Les Chinoises' Documented Dress Set
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
/Winter 1977 Haute Couture runway in July 1977 and appears in Saint Laurent's original archival sketches
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1970s French Evening Dresses

A black kimono jacket by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture n. 111036 Circa 1975-1980
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
impeccable fall and beautiful Haute Couture finishing. Minor repairs to the underarm seams (1 cm), absolutely
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1970s French Tuxedo Jackets

Couture 1960s PacoRabanneParis HandPainted MadeInFrance SilkChiffon Pareo Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Chicago, IL
In the 1960s the futurist Paris-based revolutionary haute-couture designers included Andre
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1960s French Delphos 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

1980s BergdorfGoodman Costa Corseted Strapless Quintessential Little Black Dress
By Bergdorf Goodman, Victor Costa
Located in Chicago, IL
Garavani. Early on, the avid female sketcher Costa aspired to design couture so studied fashion at New
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

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Christian Dior by John Galliano blue denim print wide-leg pants, ss 2002
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior trompe l’oeil denim print wide-leg pants ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ 98% Cotton, 2% Lycra ▪ IT 40 - FR 36 - UK 8 - US 4 ▪ Spring-Summer 2002
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Early 2000s French Wide Leg Pants

Issey Miyake Skirt with Straps
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cotton blend skirt from Issey Miyake. The straight skirt has functional, adjustable straps and metal rings along each side. It is lined, has a front zipper with 2 me...
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1990s Japanese Skirts

NWT Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2003 Lavender Silk Maxi Skirt Fr 36 US 4
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Silk Maxi Skirt F/W 2003 Runway Collection French size 36 - US 4 Artfully constructed from ruffles which are connected by ties to the ...
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Early 2000s French Ruffled Skirts

Issey Miyake Color Block Maxi Dress 1990s
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful color block signature micro pleated maxi dress from Issey Miyake in vertical panels of green, chocolate brown and orange. It has a stand up collar, long sleeves and slips...
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1990s Japanese Maxi Dresses

Very Rare 1950s Vintage Evan Picone 100% Vicuna Toffee Brown Slim Skirt
Located in Portland, OR
This is an incredibly soft, ultra fine vintage 1950's skirt from Evan Picone in toffee brown 100% Vicuna from Einiger. This beautiful skirt has two western styled pockets on one hip...
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1950s American Skirts

Alaia Spring-Summer 1986 magenta acetate knit bodycon dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia Spring-Summer 1986 magenta acetate knit bodycon dress
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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Comme des Garçons by Junya Watanabe vintage FW 2004 green padded basque jacket
By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons, Comme des Garçons
Located in Antwerp, BE
Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons green wool jacket with a deconstructed hem. 2004 collection Size S made in Japan Measurements taken flat: Ua to Ua 18inch/46cm(x2) - Waist 15inch/38c...
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Early 2000s Japanese Jackets

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...
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1960s American Shift Dresses

Roberto Cavalli F/W 2004 Bustier Corset Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2004 Bustier Corset Top Please note size tag has been removed item fits like a size L but is highly adjustable due to corseted tie up in the back. FOLLOW US ON ...
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Early 2000s Bustiers

Alexander McQueen F/W 1997 " It's A Jungle Out There " pinstripe skirt suit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Important collectible Alexander McQueen Fall Winter 1997 'It's a Jungle Out There' collection pinstripe jacket and skirt suit. Runway look, the jacket has shoulder pads. The condit...
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1990s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Valentino Couture Vintage Green Silk Bow Blouse With Sheer Sleeves
By Valentino Couture
Located in Portland, OR
This is a luxe silk vintage Valentino Couture green silk blouse with an attached sash style neck tie that can be tied in a knot or bow. This beautiful blouse has sewn in shoulder pad...
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1990s European Blouses

F/W 2002 Gucci by Tom Ford Maroon Strappy Silk Chiffon Mini Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful plum Gucci mini dress, designed by Tom Ford. From Fall/Winter 2002, this stunning dress features ruched fabric at the bust with several thin straps which meet ...
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

An André Courrèges Chasuble French Couture Dress Numbered 0031643 Circa 1970
By André Courrèges
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970-1975 France A Chasuble Tunic dress inspired by trapezium in black wool twill jersey by André Courrèges. Sleeveless and backless retained by two thick straps with black l...
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1970s French Maxi Dresses

Claude Montana Black Silk Linen Cocktail Top, 1990s
By Claude Montana Paris, Claude Montana
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Claude Montana Silk Linen Top with unusual multi layer spaghetti tubing on collar almost like necklace. Dress has some buttons the back. Slit on the side. Pair this Claude...
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Michael Novarese Vintage Fox Fur Jacket, 1970s
By Michael Novarese
Located in Sparks, NV
Extraordinary vintage black wool jacket with plush black fox fur collar and cuffs. Beautiful construction with hand stitched detailing throughout the piece. Details: Fully Lined B...
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1970s American Jackets

Beige lace lace bustier with boned and padded Marvel by La Perla
By La Perla
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige lace lace bustier with boned and padded. Fabric composition: tulle, lace, acetate, nylon, polyamide & elasthane. Zip and hook&eye on the left side.Satin ribbon bow in the mid...
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2010s Italian Bustles

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Chanel Haute Couture
Located in GB
suit by Karl Largerfeld for Chanel Haute Couture there is a sense of over-the-top Eighties style
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1980s Other

Chanel Haute Couture
H 65 in W 50 in
Valentino Haute Couture
Located in GB
sketch drawn for Vogue Italia.
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1980s Other

Valentino Haute Couture
H 25.6 in W 19.69 in
Valentino Haute Couture
Located in GB
ensembles. Viramontes eye for pattern is beautifully realised in this characteristically bold sketch. Signed
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1980s Other

Valentino Haute Couture
H 25.6 in W 19.69 in
Jean-Louis Scherrer Haute Couture
Located in GB
Viramontes projects a graphic glamour in this sketch of Jean-Louis Scherrer Haute Couture. Picking
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1980s Other

1974 Madame Grès Haute Couture Blouse
By Madame Gres
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Madame Grès Haute Couture olive silk taffeta bubble blouse. Gathered taffeta effect with a lower
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1970s French Blouses

1968 Christian Dior Haute Couture Floral Lattice Lace Mod Dress Original Design
By Marc Bohan
Located in Houston, TX
Truly Couture and intricate floral dress designed by Marc Bohan for a New York artist and
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1960s French Day Dresses

1960s Wool Herringbone Jacques Heim Coat
By Jacques Heim
Located in Dallas, TX
copies of the haute couture pieces. Because of the "bonded model" this particular piece was sent out of
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1960s Overcoats

Valentino 1996 Haute Couture Wedding Gown with Valentino Sketches
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Valentino Haute Couture wedding gown. Angie Everhart had been a Valentino model in the early
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1990s Italian Wedding Dresses

1977 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Les Chinoises Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
This is an exceptional vintage Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture luxe silk chiffon blouse in shades
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1970s European Blouses

A Christian Dior Haute Couture Evening Dress Numbered 218551 Circa 1959-1965
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1959-1965 France Exceptional raspberry satin silk grand soir dress by Christian Dior Haute
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1960s French Evening Dresses

Christian Dior S/S 1976 Haute Couture Marc Bohan Tan Wool Pinstriped Jacket
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Munich, DE
Exquisite documented (see last photo) Christian Dior Haute Couture pinstriped jacket. This jacket
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1970s French Jackets

1960's Jeanne Lanvin White Silk Brocade Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
attention to detail are comparable to what you will find in modern day haute-couture. Fashioned from
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1960s Wedding Dresses

Valentino 1996 Haute Couture Wedding Gown - 2nd Payment for Mere
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Valentino Haute Couture wedding gown. Angie Everhart had been a Valentino model in the early 1990s
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1990s Italian Wedding Dresses

Valentino 1996 Haute Couture Wedding Gown - 1st Payment for Mere
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Valentino Haute Couture wedding gown. Angie Everhart had been a Valentino model in the early 1990s
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1990s Italian Wedding Dresses

Mustard yellow Christian Lacroix work suit in freeze wool size 42
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Bilbao, ES
Lacroix made a splash in the mid-1980s with his haute couture line created first for the house of Patou
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21st Century and Contemporary French Skirt Suits

Yves Saint Laurent the Perfection of Style Hardcover Book by Florence Muller
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in North Hollywood, CA
and his work, revealing his artistic process and influence. Modernizing haute couture. Pioneering high
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Late 20th Century French Fashion Books

Givenchy Haute Couture Framed Croquis of a Pink Gown
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Sketch of a day dress produced in a limited number for couture clients, with an attached fabric
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Late 20th Century Decorative Objects

1960s Guy Laroche Couture Red & Gold Brocade Sheath Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in Dallas, TX
This is either an actual copy of the Haute Couture model or possibly even an original. Maria Carine
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1960s French Informal Dresses

Givenchy Croquis of a Red Suit and Broad Brimmed Hat with Attached Fabric Sample
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of a Yellow Evening Gown with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of a Skirt Suit with Attached Fabric Sample
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of an Olive Green Dress and Shawl with Attached Fabric Sample
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of a Jacket and Pants with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Gaultier 1990's high-waisted tuxedo slacks + suspenders
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arcueil, Val-de-Marne, FRANCE) is a French haute couture fashion designer. Gaultier never
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20th Century Pants

Gaultier late 1980's Lace & Chiffon dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
collections were based on popular culture. While his Haute Couture collections are very formal, he still
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20th Century French Day Dresses

Gaultier 1990's sweater dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gaultier (born April 24, 1952, in Arcueil, Val-de-Marne, FRANCE) is a French haute couture fashion designer
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20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gaultier 1980's 2 pc. Eiffel Tower lace dress + underdress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-Marne, FRANCE) is a French haute couture fashion designer. Gaultier never received formal
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20th Century French Day Dresses

Lepape
Located in Los Angeles, CA
next ten years, Poiret would become Paris's leading haute couture designer and Lepape would be
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1980s French Books

Lepape
H 9 in W 7 in
Givenchy Haute Couture Framed Croquis of a Pink and White Lace Gown
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Sketch of an evening or wedding gown produced in a limited number for couture clients, with an
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Late 20th Century Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of a Polka Dot Cocktail Dress with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of Ruffled Silk Print Evening Gown with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of a Floral Silk Cocktail Dress with Attached Fabric Sample
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of a Coat with Front and Back Views with Attached Fabric Sample
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of a Wrap Style Evening Dress with Attached fabric Sample
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of an Ethnic Patterned Silk Dress with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of a Silk Grape Print Dress with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of a Beaded Lace Evening Gown with Shocking Pink Bow
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of a Schocking Pink Cocktail Dress with Attached Fabric Sample
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of a Bright Green Evening Coat and Black Evening Dress
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of an Evening Gown with Bows with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Miscellaneous

Givenchy Croquis of a Floral Lame Cocktail Dress with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of a High Low Hem Dress with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of a Burnt Sienna Coat with Attached Fabric Sample
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of a Black and White Cocktail Dress with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of a Black Evening Suit with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of a Blue Cocktail Dress with Attached Fabric Sample
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of a Beaded Pants Ensemble with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of a Black and White Cocktail Dress with Attached Fabric Sample
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of a Red Orange Jacket and Pants with Attached Fabric Sample
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of an Olive Green Suit with Attached Fabric Sample
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of a Red Lace Cocktail Dress
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of a Black Lace Cocktail Dress with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Decorative Objects

Givenchy Croquis of a Beaded Jumpsuit with Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

Givenchy Croquis of a Blue and White Cocktail Dress Attached Fabric Swatch
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
Givenchy croquis or fashion sketch, produced in a limited number for Haute Couture clients
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1990s French Other

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Sketches Haute Couture For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary piece of sketches haute couture you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning gray, red, black and more. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Madame Gres, Bergdorf Goodman and Christian Dior Haute Couture are consistently popular. Finding an item from our selection of sketches haute couture for sale for women should be easy, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Sketches Haute Couture?

The price for a piece of sketches haute couture starts at $945 and tops out at $69,950, and on average, selling for $4,440.