Jeanne Lanvin Haute Couture Ivory Silk Crepe Wedding Gown, France, circa 1943
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Kingston, NY
A Jeanne Lanvin haute couture evening gown in ivory silk crepe, made in Paris circa 1943 and documented in period American press. Bias-cut and entirely hand-finished, the gown is a r...
1950s French Haute Couture Cream Lace Bustier Dress
Located in London, GB
This French haute couture 1950s cream lace bustier dress hugs the female silhouette to perfection. The lace is incredibly intricate and has a lovely thickness to it - a testament t...
2006 Valentino Haute Couture Ruffle White and Silver Gown
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
This gown would make a truly memorable wedding dress and an equivalent, heavily embellished haute couture example would cost in excess of $170,000 today.
1977 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Ivory Silk Crepe Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
We are attributing this enchanting 1970s silk crepe couture dress to the master couturier Yves Saint Laurent as part of his Les Espagnoles et les Romantiques collection for Spring 19...
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 silk lining.
2001 YVES SAINT LAURENT haute couture wedding skirt suit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Newark, DE
YVES SAINT LAURENT, haute couture, N° 073903 spring summer 2001 Gorgeous beige colored silk skirt suit , designed by Mr Saint- Laurent and presented by the famed french model Laet...
1968 Christian Dior Haute Couture Documented Ivory Checkered Silk Pleated Dress
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An ultra chic and highly coveted Christian Dior haute couture museum-quality ivory checkered silk pleated mini dress dating back to spring/summer 1968. This incredible work of wearab...
1965 Valentino Haute Couture Museum-Held Beaded Lamé Ivory Lace Mod Shift Dress
By Valentino Couture, Valentino Garavani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A timeless archival Valentino that is perfect for any modern wedding or red carpet moment. Measurements Bust: 33-34 inches Waist: 29 inches Hips: best up to 36 inches Total Length: ...
1977 Chanel Haute Couture Ensemble
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
1977 Chanel haute couture runway ensemble. The cardigan style jacket is fully beaded. The skirt is finely pleated with tiny double pleats. We have had this piece expertly cleaned ...
1961 Carven Haute Couture White Lace Dress and Jacket Ensemble
By Carven
Located in Paris, FR
Incredible wedding strapless dress and matching jacket Carven Haute Couture, from 1961, composed of white lace embroidered with white trimmings adorned with buttons in gold open meta...
1967 Givenchy Haute Couture Colorful Floral Sheer Silk Draped Caftan Maxi Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely gorgeous and very rare Givenchy haute couture colorful sheer silk layered caftan maxi dress dating back to his 1967 spring-summer collection. Givenchy's trademark of sc...
1950's Jacques Griffe Haute Couture Champagne Strapless Bustier Hourglass Gown
By Jacques Griffe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A truly magnificent and highly coveted Jacques Griffe haute couture champagne liquid silk satin hourglass bustier gown dating back to the early 1950's. From 1936 to 1939 Jacques Grif...
1958 Jean Dessès Haute Couture Documented Pink Ruched Silk Chiffon Goddess Gown
By Jean Dessès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely breathtaking, well-documented Jean Dessès attributed archival pale pink ruched silk-chiffon goddess gown dating back to his 1958 spring/summer collection. This incredib...
1968 Christian Dior Haute Couture Maria Felix Owned Chartreuse Silk Feather Gown
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A highly coveted and truly breathtaking Christian Dior haute couture museum-quality chartreuse silk feathered glamour gown dating back to spring/summer 1968. This incredible work of ...
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 1990s and she commissioned him to create this $70,000.00 spectacular gown for her marr...
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Size: 38 (Fr) 8 (US) M
White guipure bustier wedding dress Pierre Balmain Haute-Couture Circa 1950's
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White guipure bustier wedding dress. Underdress with boned bustier and zip closure on the back and hook&eye closure on the tulle petticoat. Second zip on the top of the 1st one in th...
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 and she commissioned him to create this $70,000.00 spectacular gown for her marria...
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 and she commissioned him to create this $70,000.00 spectacular gown for her marria...
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Size: none; comparable to size S
Haute Couture Cream Medieval Cathedral Train Wedding Gown - Small, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Without question, one of the most exquisite bridal gowns we have ever seen. Despite its 4 ½’ cathedral train, it is lighter in weight than most gowns half its length thanks to its wh...
1960s Haute Couture Harrods Embroidered Lace Evening Dress
By Harry Algo
Located in London, GB
This is a Haute Couture lace dress from the 1960s designed by Harry Algo Paris for the French Room in Harrods, this coolly elegant room opened in 1950 as a showcase for haute couture...
1960s French Haute Couture Cream Bow Bodice Dress
Located in London, GB
This incredibly chic haute couture 1960s pale cream dress would make a fabulous entrance at a wedding or red carpet event, where it could be paired with striking accessories and glov...
Pierre Balmain 1960s Haute Couture Ivory Silk Gazar Bridal Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
This magnificent Pierre Balmain circa 1968 haute couture silk gazar bridal dress suit in ivory is of superb quality and in impeccable vintage condition. Extolled for the sculptural q...
1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT haute couture cream silk damask dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, stunning haute couture dress made of cream silk damask with subtle overlapping dot weave and tiered high/low hemline designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1970's.
1964 YVES SAINT LAURENT demi-couture Venice lace dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
All the details and hand finishing you would find in a haute couture garment. Great as a wedding dress for a modern bride.
Balmain Haute Couture Wedding Gown
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Cloverdale, CA
This stunning gown is made of white tulle and lace with gold thread woven through it. Designed with a sweetheart neckline with wide lace and tulle straps. The bodice is boned and hug...
Vintage 2003 Christian Dior by Galliano Haute Couture Beaded Lace Bias-Cut Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking and highly desirable Christian Dior haute couture beaded lace bias-cut trained wedding gown with matching cropped bolero jacket.
1975 Chanel Haute Couture Embroidered Organza Off-Shoulder Tiered Bridal Gown
By Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A museum quality, important Chanel gown that would make an epic and unforgettable wedding look. Measurements Bust: 32 inches Waist: 24 inches Hips: Free Sweep Total Length: 58 inche...
Nina Ricci 1950' s Haute Couture silk dress with embelishments
By Nina Ricci
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Nina Ricci Haute Couture silk dress with embellishments This is a wonderful piece, and might make a wonderful wedding dress.
Vintage 1956 Jacques Griffe Haute Couture Embroidered Beaded Ivory Satin Gown
By Jacques Griffe
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An unforgettable, museum worthy elegant look for a modern wedding or red carpet event. Measurements Bust: 32-33 inches Waist: 26 inches Hips: Free Sweep Total Length: 58 inches Thi...
Vintage Chanel Haute Couture Ivory Lesage Embroidered Silk Bridal Gown & Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An epic and unforgettable Chanel haute couture bridal gown with matching jacket. Chanel is known to be one of the most luxurious and decadent fashion houses in the world.
Vintage 1912 Worth Haute Couture Beaded Butterfly Motif Silk Gown & Headpiece
By House of Worth
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely magically and incredibly rare museum worthy House of Worth by Jean-Philippe Worth haute couture butterfly motif Art Nouveau trained gown and matching metal headpiece da...
Elie Saab Haute Couture Ivory Gown with Jeweled Jacket sz L-XL
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Exquisite Ivory Silk (Wedding?) gown from Elie Saab's Haute Couture collection, not ready to wear This is an amazing work of art, meticulously created by hand, as Haute Couture i...
Vintage 1950s Jean Dessès Haute Couture Ivory Silk Chiffon Strapless Draped Gown
By Jean Dessès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A simply stunning and incredibly timeless Jean Dessès heavy pleated ivory silk chiffon gown dating back to his 1955 spring-summer collection. Jean Dessès dresses are rare, unique and...
1949 Jeanne Lanvin Haute Couture Ivory Silk Satin Strapless Draped Bridal Gown
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An incredibly gorgeous, unbelievably rare Jeanne Lanvin haute couture sculpted liquid silk-satin hourglass archival gown dating back to fall-winter 1949. Lanvin was recognized for he...
1968 Madame Grès Haute Couture Beaded Embroidered Ivory Sheer Silk Bridal Gown
By Madame Gres
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An unforgettable and incredibly rare Madame Grès haute couture ivory silk goddess bridal gown dating back to her 1968 spring/summer collection. A very similar version was photograph...
1950's Sorelle Fontana Haute-Couture Beaded Ivory Satin Strapless Mermaid Gown
By Sorelle Fontana
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sorelle Fontana is Rome's prominent and oldest fashion house and was known as Couturiers to the Stars. The Fontana sisters were the first to feel the need to give Italy a look of its...
Vintage 1987 Christian Dior Haute Couture White Lace Off-Shoulder Bridal Gown
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The House of Dior has been an enduring icon of Haute Couture. While the House of Dior is still a thriving business today, Dior's untimely death in 1957 left the fashion world without...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Dress and Bolero, F/W 1997
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Norwich, GB
Christian Dior Fall/Winter 1997 strapless dress and bolero, from John Galliano's debut ready-to-wear collection for the house of Dior. Extremely rare, collector's item. As seen on th...
Lemaire Enamel Opera Glasses
Located in New York, NY
Lemaire Enamel Opera Glasses made in Paris circa 1930's with hand enamel painted 18th Century figures with a cupid on handle. Extremely beautifully painted on a lavender base with go...
Moschino Vintage Flare Leg Novelty Print Size 26 Trousers Jeans, 1990s
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 90s MOSCHINO boot cut novelty print pants! Features a variety of prints of people and cowgirls throughout. Pockets at each side of the waist. Button at waistband. ...
1940s Vintage B. Altman & Co. Denim Chambray Dress w/ Horse Buttons
By B. Altman & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 1940s B. Altman & Co. Cotton Denim/Chambray dress, with horse buttons up bodice, and at sleeve cuffs! Beautiful lightweight fabric, with a flattering neckline, and full sk...
1980s Dominique Aurientis Paris Leopard Print Stenciled Calfskin Shoulder Bag
By Dominique Aurientis Paris
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful 1980s Dominique Aurientis Paris leopard print stenciled calf skin shoulder bag or clutch convertible. Suede lined. Magnetic gold-tone closure. Brown cord strap.
LOUIS VUITTON grey cashmere 2021 FLANNEL TAILORED SLEEVELESS Jumpsuit 38 S
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Louis Vuitton 2021 Spring/Summer sleeveless wrap jumpsuit in light grey flannel cashmere (62%), wool (36%) and silk (2%) and lined in silk (100%). The belted design cl...
EMILIO PUCCI c1970s Signature Print Silk Chiffon Beach Cover Poncho Scarf Blouse
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: EMILIO PUCCI c.1970s Signature Print Silk Chiffon Beach Cover Poncho Scarf Blouse Circa: c.1970’s Label(s): Emilio Pucci; Saks Fifth Avenue Emilio Pucci Boutique Sty...
$4,942
H 35.44 in W 14.97 in D 11.03 in
Extra Large Louis Vuitton Marin Bag Louis Vuitton Bag, Louis Vuitton Duffle Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-ouen, FR
This impressive 1970s Louis Vuitton bag features monogram canvas in very good condition, its leather part has very few stains and scratches. Its interior is in very good condition to...
Tom Ford for Gucci New Silk Velvet Dress F/W 2001
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk velvet dress from Gucci as worn in a 2001 ad campaign. It has a square neckline with the center bust highlighted with sheer areas which contrast with the rich v...
Christian Dior London 1954 'Mexico' Gold Embellished Black Faille H-Line Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A truly remarkable piece of fashion history. This Christian Dior London dress is the Ready to Wear version of the Paris Haute Couture dress from the Autumn 1954 "Mexique" collection....
$195
Size: IT 44, US 10, but runs small
Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Floral Ribbon Trim Short Skirt Charcoal Grey Black
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Moschino Cheap & Chic dark grey (nearly black) pencil skirt in a slightly felted sort of fabric. Ribbon trim in a floral pattern reminiscent of needlework criss-crosses throughout. ...
$595
Size: Medium - Large
Vintage Catalina 1960s Navy Blue + White Nautical One Piece 60s Romper Swimsuit
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s CATALINA navy blue and white one-piece romper swimsuit! Flattering durable stretch material slims any silhouette. White ties at each side of the waist. Simply slips over t...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunning piece consisting of pants and jacke...
2009 Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Gold Hand-beaded Silk Gown
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Kingston, NY
Runway Collection $20,000 Original Retail Made in Italy An extraordinary couture creation from the 2009 Ralph Lauren Purple Label Collection, this gold gown is a masterclass in even...
Chanel Haute Couture S/S 1960 Blush Pink Lace Wheat Dress
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Exceptional Chanel Haute Couture Spring/Summer 1960 wheat dress, a rare lifetime Gabrielle Chanel piece and a remarkable example of the house’s late 1950s–early 1960s couture romant...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1995 Striped Crosshatch Button Front Men's Dress Shirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1995 Striped Crosshatch Button Front Men's Dress Shirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 1995 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: butto...
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