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Haute Novelty

Custom-Made Chartreuse Shimmery Silk Organza Floral Handbag w Bead Tassel
Located in Gresham, OR
an exacting collector who loved French Haute Couture clothing and hats, particularly dramatic turbans
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21st Century and Contemporary American Novelty Bags

Custom-Made Gold/Purple Shimmery Silk 3-Dimensional Floral Handbag w Tassel
Located in Gresham, OR
more options from this same collection which belonged to an exacting collector who loved French Haute
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21st Century and Contemporary American Novelty Bags

Archival 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

1966 Jacques Esterel Haute Couture Documented Teal Blue Op-Art Mod Dress
By Jacques Esterel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A well documented and ultra rare Jacques Esteral haute couture teal and cream op-art mod dress
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1960s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

Rare 1970's Madame Grès Haute Couture Beaded Berry Motif Navy Sheer Silk Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous and ultra rare Madame Gres haute couture two-piece dress ensemble dating back to the mid
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1970s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Christmas Gift, Vintage Nicole Miller Silk Fabric Irish Linen Pillow Stockings
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Nicole Miller fashion scarf in a multicolored novelty pattern. Featuring a festive pattern in bold colors
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Late 20th Century American Pillows and Throws

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Textile

Tiffany & Co Art Deco Sterling Silver Stirrup Cup
By Tiffany & Co., J.D. Schleissner & Söhne 1
Located in Newark, England
Silver Stirrup Cup. The Tiffany Stirrup Cup is cast in novelty form as a Stags head with a full set of
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Art Deco Sterling Silver Stirrup Cup
Tiffany & Co Art Deco Sterling Silver Stirrup Cup
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H 6.89 in W 4.93 in D 5.52 in
Projet de Fleurs - Fauvist Flowers Gouache by Raoul Dufy
By Raoul Dufy
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
particular painting by Henri Matisse ( Luxury, Calm and Voluptuousness) which, to Dufy, embodied both novelty
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1920s Fauvist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Gouache

Projet de Tissus - Fauvist Flowers Watercolor & Gouache by Raoul Dufy
By Raoul Dufy
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
) which, to Dufy, embodied both novelty and a sense of artistic freedom. Dufy promptly aligned himself
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1920s Fauvist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor, Gouache

Fleurs et Papillons - Fauvist Flowers Watercolor & Gouache by Raoul Dufy
By Raoul Dufy
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
particular painting by Henri Matisse ( Luxury, Calm and Voluptuousness) which, to Dufy, embodied both novelty
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1920s Fauvist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor, Gouache

Projet de Tissus - Fauvist Flowers Watercolor & Gouache by Raoul Dufy
By Raoul Dufy
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Voluptuousness) which, to Dufy, embodied both novelty and a sense of artistic freedom. Dufy promptly aligned
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1920s Fauvist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor, Gouache

Sèvres Style Porcelain Mounted Jewellery Box on Stand Attributed to Giroux
By Alphonse Giroux et Cie
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
for porcelain, mounted onto exquisite furniture pieces, was brought to the novelty seeking Parisian
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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Jewelry Boxes

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Porcelain, Wood

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By Thierry Mugler
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Archival Thierry Mugler Piece, FW1995 Collection. Extremely rare Thierry Mugler Star-Houndstooth Coat. Wearable Art. Legendary Thierry Mugler created his very own version of the cl...
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1990s French Coats and Outerwear

Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
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Located in Berlin, BE
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Archival Thierry Mugler Goddess Gown 1979 Eveing Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler Goddess Gown from one of his earliest Collections ca.1979. A masterful embodiment of ethereal elegance and avant-garde artistry. The dress cas...
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

ISSEY MIYAKE Dramatic Sculptural Ensemble Top Skirt Avant-garde Pleats Please
By Issey Miyake
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1990s Japanese Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

ROBERTA DI CAMERINO c.1960s Blue Black Stretch Knit Geometric Turtleneck Dress
By Roberta Di Camerino
Located in Thiensville, WI
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1960s Italian Casual Dresses

Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini Black Lace Gown Size L
By Philosophy Di Lorenzo Serafini
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to dress is evident on this used Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini designer resale item. Details Black Lace Dress Ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Oscar de la Renta Runway Petal Pink Silk One Shoulder Grecian Dress Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An ethereal one shoulder Oscar de la Renta 2012 evening gown as seen in the Resort runway show. Adorned with pleated and ruffle accents; short sleeve with one shoulder. Concealed s...
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2010s Evening Dresses

2002 Chanel Cruise Collection Midnight Blue Silk Chiffon Draped Bias-Cut Gown
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This ultra rare, magnificent midnight blue silk bias-cut gown, dating back to Karl Lagerfeld's dreamy 2002 Cruise Collection, is a perfect example of why this fashion house has a wor...
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Early 2000s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano Fuchsia Evening Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2007
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A museum-grade Christian Dior evening coat, crafted from a cotton and silk blend in a rich fuchsia hue. The coat features dramatic, oversized raccoon fur trim on the sleeves and hem,...
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Early 2000s French Coats and Outerwear

Schiaparelli Iconic "Shocking Pink" Silk Hood Dress Gown
By House of Schiaparelli, Schiaparelli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elsa Schiaparelli's iconic "Shocking Pink" evening dress. Fully fashioned in silk charmeuse with attached hood and cross-over waist closure. Slender sleeves with zipper wrists. Ful...
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Pierre Balmain Maxi Dress Haute Couture
By Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain - (Made in France) Maxi robe Haute Couture avec traine en organza entièrement soutaché de raphia. Applications de fleurs en soie jaune à feuilles baleinée vertes. Etiquette d...
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1980s French Maxi Dress

Hermes Facettes Tie Box Lacquered Biarritz Blue Terrecotta
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Facettes Tie Box featured in Biarritz Bleu and Terrecotta. Beautifully showcased in shiny hand lacquered wood logo engraved. Interior is in a matte lacque...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Boxes

Chanel 1989 Black Velvet Extra Long Elongated Classic Flap Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 80's Black Velvet Elongated Vintage Clutch 1989 {VINTAGE 35 Years} Gold hardware CC turn-lock closure Long black quilted velvet clutch flap bag Interior black leather linin...
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1980s French Clutches

1975 James Galanos Dramatic Aubergine Jersey Maxi Gown w Fabulous Draped Hood
By James Galanos, James Galanos for Amelia Gray
Located in Gresham, OR
A dramatic and rare 1975 James Galanos aubergine rayon matte jersey gown with Empire belted waistline, full cuffed sleeves and a gorgeous loosely draped hood! Channel your inner Grac...
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Vintage 1970s Metallic Silver Gold and White Brocade Coat and Dress Set
Located in San Francisco, CA
Stunning vintage 1970s short sleeve shift dress and coat set set in white, gold, and silver metallic brocade. Dress has golden yellow piped trim at neck and closes with back zip and ...
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1970s Unknown Dress and Coat Ensembles

Gucci 1980s Avant Garde Black Size 42 Wool Vintage 80s Turtleneck Sweater Dress
By Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde GUCCI 1980s black wool turtleneck dolman sleeve wool sweater dress ! Features the softest wool, with buttons up the back bodice, and zipper up the back skirt. Two pockets...
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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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1970's GIVENCHY Haute Couture Bucol Paris fabric caftan dress
By Givenchy
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Never worn, 1970's GIVENCHY Haute Couture, Bucol Paris fabric caftan dress. The BUCOL fabric
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1970s French Kaftans

Christmas Gift, Vintage Nicole Miller Silk Fabric with Irish Linen Pillow
Located in Great Britain, Northern Ireland
vintage 1990s silk Nicole Miller fashion scarf in a multicoloured novelty pattern. Featuring a festive
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Late 20th Century American Pillows and Throws

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Linen, Silk

Vintage Nicole Miller Silk Fabric Pillow with Irish Linen Cushion
Located in Great Britain, Northern Ireland
rare vintage 1993 designer silk ‘Nicole Miller’ fashion scarf in a multicolored novelty pattern
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Pillows and Throws

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Linen, Silk

1979 Givenchy Haute-Couture Novelty Feather Print Silk Jacket Blouse & Skirt Set
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-piece ensemble, dating back to 1979 haute-couture collection, is a beautiful example of his brilliance
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses

1930's Lucien Lelong Haute-Couture Novelty Surrealism Print-Silk Draped Dress
By Lucien Lelong
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lucien Lelong was the last in a long line of couturiers who were masters of every aspect of haute
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1930s French Skirt Suits

1950's Eleanora Garnett Couture Novelty Wood-Print Chiffon Pleated Dress
By Eleanora Garnett
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Her ready to wear pieces are hard to find, but her haute-couture is extremely rare. I love the novelty
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1950s Italian Evening Dresses

Hanae Mori Psychedelic Butterfly Novelty Print Silk Caftan Blouse / Pants, 1967
By Hanae Mori
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
designing haute-couture. She returned to her small Tokyo office, where she had been designing significant
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1970s Japanese Trouser Pant Suits

1998 Vivienne Westwood Low-Cut Plunge Nautical Novelty Chiffon Corset Bodice
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
a frontrunner among fashion's avant-garde. In 1990, by now more concerned with haute couture than
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1990s English Blouses

1970s Bill Gibb Peasant Dress With Beaded Tassels and Novelty Seashell Print
By Bill Gibb
Located in London, GB
designer Bill Gibb, who's work is described as the nearest a British designer ever got to haute couture
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1970s British Aesthetic Day Dresses

1980's Yves Saint Laurent Star-Print Novelty Silk Ruffle Sleeveless Mini Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Yves Saint Laurent star-print black and white novelty silk dress from the infamous
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Late 20th Century French Aesthetic Day Dresses

1970's Yves Saint Laurent Black White Butterfly Novelty-Print Silk Peasant Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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1970s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

1991 Yves Saint Laurent Leon Bakst Novelty Print Silk Bell Sleeve Ensemble Set
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
designer tags from his infamous 1991 Rive Gauche Leon Bakst novelty print collection. Pieces from this
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1990s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1973 Chanel Haute Couture Documented Seafoam Green Boucle Plaid Wool Coat
By Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
breathtaking seafoam green boucle plaid wool coat from their 1973 haute couture fall-winter collection is a
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1970s French Coats

Gripoix for Louis Feraud Haute Couture 1960s Charm Pendant Necklace / Belt
By Maison Gripoix
Located in London, GB
This 1960s statement necklace / belt with novelty pendants is by Gripoix for Louis Feraud and is
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Vintage 1960s French Artisan Chain Necklaces

Vintage 1912 Worth Haute Couture Beaded Butterfly Motif Silk Gown & Headpiece
By House of Worth
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
haute couture butterfly motif Art Nouveau trained gown and matching metal headpiece dating back to 1912
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1910s French Wedding Dresses

1972 Chanel Haute-Couture Ivory & Beige Striped Wool Mod Military Jacket Coat
By Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
versatile and timeless. I adore the military style shoulder epaulettes and novelty gold-tone buttons. The
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1970s French Coats

1955 Maggy Rouff Haute-Couture Metallic Gold & Purple Silk Satin Trained Gown
By Maggy Rouff
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
conservative: rather, she believed novelty and surprise were good for fashion. This dazzling garment is a
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1950s French Evening Gowns

Vintage 1955 Maggy Rouff Haute Couture Brown Sheer Illusion Chantilly Lace Dress
By Maggy Rouff
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
conservative; rather, she believed novelty and surprise were good for fashion. This dazzling garment is a
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1950s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage 1920's Jean Patou Haute Couture Attributed Seafoam Beaded Chiffon Dress
By Jean Patou
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Absolutely gorgeous and extremely rare hand beaded Jean Patou haute couture attributed dress dating
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1920s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1955 Maggy Rouff Haute Couture Ice Blue Beaded Metallic Silk One-Shoulder Gown
By Maggy Rouff
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gorgeous garment dates back to their 1955 haute couture collection. Harmony and simplicity were
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1950s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1988 Jean Paul Gaultier Documented Cowboy Lace 'Cone Bra' Bustier Lingerie Set
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
' spring-summer collection. This epic archival look has the most impressive western cowboy novelty
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1977 Hanae Mori Couture Leopard Animal Print Chiffon Rhinestone Plunge Dress
By Hanae Mori
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and she challenged herself to realize her own dream of designing haute-couture. She returned to her
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1970s Japanese Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage Nicole Miller Silk Fabric Sports Pillow with Irish Linen Cushion Blue
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Late 20th Century American Pillows and Throws

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Textile

Fendi 2000 Haute Summer Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fendi baguette bag Yellow fabric with straw and floral embroidery Green snakeskin strap and clasp Silver hardware Lime green silk lining Interior zippered pocket Made in Italy
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Early 2000s Italian Novelty Bags

1978 Yves Saint Laurent Doumented Bird Novelty Print Rayon-Crepe Belted Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous Yves Saint Laurent documented black and white rayon-crepe flying birds novelty print dress
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1970s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

1981 Yves Saint Laurent Colorful Novelty Fish Print Cotton Puff-Sleeve Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Yves Saint Laurent colorful novelty tropical fish-print cotton dress from the infamous
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1980s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

1968 Molyneux Haute-Couture Butterfly Floral Print Pleated Silk-Chiffon Dress
By Molyneux
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
butterfly-garden novelty print dress is a wonderful example of his genius. I love the vibrant color
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1960s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

House of Worth Haute Couture Colorful Velvet Scenic Buttons Tails Jacket, 1890
By House of Worth
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
viewer in with its highly-stylized pattern. The gorgeous hand-painted scenic novelty island buttons are a
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1890s French Jackets

1910's Edwardian Actress Owned Ivory-Creme Embroidered Wool Opera Coat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
comparable to what you will find in modern day haute-couture. The exquisite ivory-crème wool has black
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Late 19th Century American Opera Coats

1976 Givenchy Couture Tulip Floral Print Silk Ascot Puff-Sleeve Blouse & Skirt
By Givenchy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
launched in 1952, at the same time that he opened his couture house. Successful Haute-Couture models from
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1970s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

Vintage 1970's Hanae Mori Couture Butterfly Floral Print Silk Long-Sleeve Dress
By Hanae Mori
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
meeting changed her life and she challenged herself to realize her own dream of designing haute-couture
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1970s Japanese Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Schiaparelli Vintage Multi-Crystal Link Bracelet
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Narberth, PA
. By 1935, she was a leader in haute couture and quickly expanded into jewelry, perfume, cosmetics
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Nicole Miller Silk Fabric Sports Pillow with Irish Linen Cushion Blue
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
1993 designer silk ‘Nicole Miller’ fashion scarf in a multicolored novelty pattern. Featuring an
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Late 20th Century American Pillows and Throws

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Textile

Fleurs - French Fauvist Botanical Flowers, Watercolor & Gouache by Raoul Dufy
By Raoul Dufy
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
) which, to Dufy, embodied both novelty and a sense of artistic freedom. Dufy promptly aligned himself
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1910s Fauvist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Watercolor, Gouache

Puiforcat Debain French Sterling Silver Flatware Set 126 Pc, Chests, Art Nouveau
By Alphonse Debain, Puiforcat
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
ingenious asparagus grip, a novelty. Puiforcat who has impressed his personality on the world of jewelry
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Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Tableware

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Steel, Sterling Silver

Diorling by Christian Dior London Vintage Green & White Cotton Mod Coat, 1960s
By Christian Dior
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
grew to 55 stores, often producing made to order designs based on the haute couture collections in
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1960s Coats

Puiforcat/Debain French Sterling Silver Flatware Set 126 Pc, Chests, Art Nouveau
By Jean Puiforcat, Alphonse Debain
Located in TRIAIZE, PAYS DE LOIRE
with an ingenious asparagus grip, a novelty. Emile Puiforcat who has impressed his personality on the
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Antique 1880s French Art Nouveau Tableware

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Sterling Silver, Steel

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Haute Novelty For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary haute novelty you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have blue and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect haute novelty 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. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Gianni Versace, Jacques Esterel and Versace each produced a popular version that is worth a look.

How Much is a Haute Novelty?

On average, a haute novelty on 1stDibs sells for $8,000, while they’re typically $246 on the low end and $50,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.