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Louis Feraud dress Haute couture by Louis Feraud circa 1985
Louis Feraud dress Haute couture by Louis Feraud circa 1985

Louis Feraud dress Haute couture by Louis Feraud circa 1985

By Louis Feraud

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

LOUIS FERAUD - A Haute Couture Collection circa 1985, under the artistic direction of Louis Feraud

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress in Dark Red Wild Silk
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress in Dark Red Wild Silk

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress in Dark Red Wild Silk

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Haute Couture dress in dark red wild silk. No size or

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1980s French Casual Dresses

1960s Chanel Haute Couture Copper Tweed Jacket and Dress Ensemble
1960s Chanel Haute Couture Copper Tweed Jacket and Dress Ensemble

1960s Chanel Haute Couture Copper Tweed Jacket and Dress Ensemble

By Chanel

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Chanel Haute Couture jacket and dress ensemble from the 1960s. A beautiful combination of tweed in

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1960s French Dress and Coat Ensembles

Givenchy Haute Couture 1971  Chartreuse Green Silk Evening Coat
Givenchy Haute Couture 1971  Chartreuse Green Silk Evening Coat

Givenchy Haute Couture 1971 Chartreuse Green Silk Evening Coat

By Givenchy

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This vintage Givenchy numbered haute couture silk evening coat is from the Spring 1971/72

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1970s French Coats and Outerwear

Louis Féraud Dress and Pants Haute Couture Fall, 1982/83
Louis Féraud Dress and Pants Haute Couture Fall, 1982/83

Louis Féraud Dress and Pants Haute Couture Fall, 1982/83

By Louis Feraud

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Louis Féraud - Haute Couture set composed of a dress and pants in lamé embroidered with sequins

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20th Century French Twin Sets

Valentino Haute Couture Cotton & Guipure Maxi Dress
Valentino Haute Couture Cotton & Guipure Maxi Dress

Valentino Haute Couture Cotton & Guipure Maxi Dress

By Valentino

Located in Geneva, CH

A ravishing and romantic piece of Valentino haute couture dating from the 70's. The short sleeved

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1970s Italian Maxi Dresses

Louis Féraud Haute Couture "Siren" Dress Summer Fashion Show, 1987
Louis Féraud Haute Couture "Siren" Dress Summer Fashion Show, 1987

Louis Féraud Haute Couture "Siren" Dress Summer Fashion Show, 1987

By Louis Feraud

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

and sequins. A Collection Tribute to Spain, theme "Mermaid", Haute Couture Spring-Summer 1987 fashion

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1980s French Evening Dresses

Nina Ricci dress by Gérard Pipart Haute Couture Summer 1968
Nina Ricci dress by Gérard Pipart Haute Couture Summer 1968

Nina Ricci dress by Gérard Pipart Haute Couture Summer 1968

By Nina Ricci

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

NINA RICCI - 1968 Spring-Summer Haute Couture Collection under the artistic direction of Gérard

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Torrente Haute Couture Silk and Embellished with Sequins Set
Torrente Haute Couture Silk and Embellished with Sequins Set

Torrente Haute Couture Silk and Embellished with Sequins Set

By TORRENTE

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Torrente Defile (Haute couture) Set comprised of a pair of high rise trousers and a long coat with

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1960s French Twin Sets

Louis Feraud Haute Couture Geometrical Pattern Cepe Set, 1980's
Louis Feraud Haute Couture Geometrical Pattern Cepe Set, 1980's

Louis Feraud Haute Couture Geometrical Pattern Cepe Set, 1980's

By Louis Feraud

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

fits a 36FR. To be mentioned, the belt is worn inside. 1980 Circa Haute Couture Collection. Additional

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1980s Twin Sets

2013 Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture Burgundy Tunic Trouser Suit
2013 Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture Burgundy Tunic Trouser Suit

2013 Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture Burgundy Tunic Trouser Suit

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in London, GB

This velvet trouser suit was commissioned from the Fall 2013 Jean Paul Gaultier haute couture

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2010s French Trouser Pant Suits

Ted Lapidus Haute Couture Dress 1980s
Ted Lapidus Haute Couture Dress 1980s

Ted Lapidus Haute Couture Dress 1980s

By Ted Lapidus, Ted Lapidus Haute Couture

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black silk dress from Ted Lapidus. It has long sleeves, a stand up collar and light shoulder padding. There is a beautiful design in silver and white sequins outlined in...

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1980s French Day Dresses

F/W 2007 Christian Dior Haute Couture by John Galliano Black Velvet Beaded Dress
F/W 2007 Christian Dior Haute Couture by John Galliano Black Velvet Beaded Dress

F/W 2007 Christian Dior Haute Couture by John Galliano Black Velvet Beaded Dress

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a black velvet Christian Dior Haute Couture midi dress, designed by John Galliano. From

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Rare and extraordinary Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969. Early extraordinary

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1960s French Mini Dress

Guy Laroche Haute Couture Dress in Black Silk Velvet, Pearls and Strass
Guy Laroche Haute Couture Dress in Black Silk Velvet, Pearls and Strass

Guy Laroche Haute Couture Dress in Black Silk Velvet, Pearls and Strass

By Guy Laroche

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Guy Laroche - Haute Couture dress in black silk velvet, pearls and strass. Silk crepe lining. No

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21st Century and Contemporary French Casual Dresses

Pierre Balmain (Attributed to) Haute Couture A-Line Dress
Pierre Balmain (Attributed to) Haute Couture A-Line Dress

Pierre Balmain (Attributed to) Haute Couture A-Line Dress

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Geneva, CH

Late sixties wool and silk snakeskin like dress, attributed to Pierre Balmain haute couture. Lovely

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Chanel SS-2022 Haute Couture Black Lurex Tweed Mini Bucket Crossbody Bag
Chanel SS-2022 Haute Couture Black Lurex Tweed Mini Bucket Crossbody Bag

Chanel SS-2022 Haute Couture Black Lurex Tweed Mini Bucket Crossbody Bag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing the stunning Chanel SS-2022 Haute Couture Black Lurex Tweed Mini Bucket Crossbody Bag

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Jean-Louis Scherrer Powder Pink Organza Long Dress Haute Couture 36FR
Jean-Louis Scherrer Powder Pink Organza Long Dress Haute Couture 36FR

Jean-Louis Scherrer Powder Pink Organza Long Dress Haute Couture 36FR

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

pearls. No size nor composition label, it fits a 36FR. Haute Couture Collection from the 1980s. To be

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1960s Guy Laroche Haute Couture Silk Heraldic Print Dress Suit
1960s Guy Laroche Haute Couture Silk Heraldic Print Dress Suit

1960s Guy Laroche Haute Couture Silk Heraldic Print Dress Suit

By Guy Laroche

Located in London, GB

This stand-out, early to mid 1960s two-piece haute couture ensemble is by Guy Laroche and the

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

1980s Andre Laug Haute Couture Monochrome Sequin Dress
1980s Andre Laug Haute Couture Monochrome Sequin Dress

1980s Andre Laug Haute Couture Monochrome Sequin Dress

By André Laug

Located in London, GB

own, he ran a successful haute couture and ready to wear fashion house in Rome from the 1970s until

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1970s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Haute Couture For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary piece of haute couture you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Gray, Beige and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of haute couture may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Yves Saint Laurent, Christian Dior and Chanel are consistently popular. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Haute Couture?

The price for a piece of haute couture starts at $166 and tops out at $60,169, and on average, selling for $2,497.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale 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 John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren 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 Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

Questions About Haute Couture
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify haute couture, start by locating the brand label on your item. Once you know who produced it, you can check the official list of haute couture fashion houses published on the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode website to see if the maker is on the list. By law, only maisons that meet certain standards established by the Paris Chamber of Commerce can be considered haute couture. Find a wide variety of apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Why it's called couture is owed to the origin of the word. In French, couture means "dressmaking" or "sewing." The term fits couture fashion because it refers to pieces that are designed and tailored to order. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of apparel from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    In 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Haute 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The difference between couture and haute couture comes down to the regulations and laws of France. A couture fashion label is any label that produces made-to-order pieces for clients. To be accurately identified as haute couture, a couture maison must secure certification from the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Paris. Each year, this organization publishes a list of current haute couture fashion houses. Explore a large selection of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Haute 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Whether 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 20, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
    Worth, the father of haute couture, is Charles Frederick Worth. In 1858, he established the House of Worth in Paris and began creating custom-made dresses for celebrities like Sarah Bernhardt and Jenny Lind and elites of fashion. By the 1870s, he was widely known throughout Europe, and many now consider him the first truly successful fashion designer. Explore a wide variety of apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if something is haute couture, first look for a size tag. Haute couture is custom-made for the purchaser, eliminating the need for a size tag. Every inch of a haute couture item will be flawless as well. Imperfections like misaligned or uneven stitches, poor-quality fabrics or cheaply made zippers and buttons are a sign that a piece isn't haute couture. You can also consult the list of haute couture fashion houses published by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode every year. The list is accessible on the organization's website. Explore a wide variety of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between luxury and haute couture relates to exclusivity. Luxury is a general term for items made from fine materials and with meticulous crafting techniques that maximize quality, allowing them to be sold for high prices. Makers that produce these items are luxury brands. To be called haute couture, a brand must meet the strict requirements of the Paris Chamber of Commerce. Each year, its commission, the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode, publishes a list of haute couture fashion houses. Explore a collection of luxury apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    The difference between high fashion and haute couture comes down to official recognition. For its pieces to be legally called haute couture, a fashion house must meet the standards set forth by the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Paris, which publishes a list of haute couture labels every year. High fashion is a general term for pieces designed and tailored to order that sell at aspirational price points. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The difference between prêt-à-porter and haute couture is availability and average price points. Also called ready-to-wear, prêt-à-porter is the term for apparel available for purchase in stores in various sizes. Haute couture pieces are custom-made to fit the wearer's body size and type, as well as their tastes. As a result, haute couture fashion tends to cost significantly more and its pieces are one-of-a-kind. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of apparel and accessories.

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