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Imperial Vintage Clothing

Bold Imperial Red Silk Accented with Huge "Dragon" Japanese Kimono
Bold Imperial Red Silk Accented with Huge "Dragon" Japanese Kimono

Bold Imperial Red Silk Accented with Huge "Dragon" Japanese Kimono

Located in New York, NY

This wonderfully detailed bold Imperial red silk Japanese silk Hayashi kimono features a huge

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1960s Japanese Imperial Vintage Clothing

Brown leather single-breasted coat IMPERIAL Circa 1970's
Brown leather single-breasted coat IMPERIAL Circa 1970's

Brown leather single-breasted coat IMPERIAL Circa 1970's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Brown leather single-breasted coat. Lining composition: rayon satin. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side. Wool ribs inset in between leather panel....

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1970s Korean Imperial Vintage Clothing

Blue sleeveless beaded top on knit base IMPERIAL Circa 1960's
Blue sleeveless beaded top on knit base IMPERIAL Circa 1960's

Blue sleeveless beaded top on knit base IMPERIAL Circa 1960's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Blue sleeveless beaded top on knit base. Acetate lining. Zip closure on the middle back. SIZE L

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1960s Hong Kong Imperial Vintage Clothing

IMPERIAL HOUSE Silk Off White Iridescent Sequined Cocktail Dress Size 6
IMPERIAL HOUSE Silk Off White Iridescent Sequined Cocktail Dress Size 6

IMPERIAL HOUSE Silk Off White Iridescent Sequined Cocktail Dress Size 6

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This cocktail dress is composed of an off white silk and is embellished with iridescent sequins. The spaghetti strap design features a center back zipper closure. In excellent vint...

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1950s Hong Kong Imperial Vintage Clothing

Sleeveless 1960's cocktail dress in sequin with stripe and checkered Imperial
Sleeveless 1960's cocktail dress in sequin with stripe and checkered Imperial

Sleeveless 1960's cocktail dress in sequin with stripe and checkered Imperial

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Sleeveless 1960's cocktail dress in sequin with stripe and checkered. On a wool knit base. Polyester lining. Size 38/40 (L)

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1960s English Imperial Vintage Clothing

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Edwardian Arts & Crafts Jacket Navy Blue Imperial Jacket
Edwardian Arts & Crafts Jacket Navy Blue Imperial Jacket

Edwardian Arts & Crafts Jacket Navy Blue Imperial Jacket

Located in Toronto, ON

Ewardian Jacket Navy Blue Imperial Jacket This beauty has the look that inspired clientle

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20th Century Edwardian Imperial Vintage Clothing

1950s Imperial Aqua Blue Sequin and Beaded Knit Dress
1950s Imperial Aqua Blue Sequin and Beaded Knit Dress

1950s Imperial Aqua Blue Sequin and Beaded Knit Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s "Imperial" Aqua blue knit wool dress featuring iridescent beading and sequin configured in an

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1950s Imperial Vintage Clothing

Men's, Antique(Circa 1905)Imperial Japanese Partial Dress Uniform
Men's, Antique(Circa 1905)Imperial Japanese Partial Dress Uniform

Men's, Antique(Circa 1905)Imperial Japanese Partial Dress Uniform

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this outstanding antique, circa 1905, Imperial Japanese partial, full dress

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20th Century Japanese Imperial Vintage Clothing

1990s Gianni Versace "Imperial Throne " Print Silk Blouse
1990s Gianni Versace "Imperial Throne " Print Silk Blouse

1990s Gianni Versace "Imperial Throne " Print Silk Blouse

By Gianni Versace

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

GIANNI VERSACE 1995 silk shirt Napoleon I on the Imperial Throne from the Knights and Military

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1990s Italian Imperial Vintage Clothing

Vintage ARNOLD SCAASI Imperial yellow silk taffeta evening coat
Vintage ARNOLD SCAASI Imperial yellow silk taffeta evening coat

Vintage ARNOLD SCAASI Imperial yellow silk taffeta evening coat

By Arnold Scaasi

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Vintage ARNOLD SCAASI Imperial yellow silk taffeta evening coat. This luxurious coat was

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1980s American Imperial Vintage Clothing

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1960s Ivory and Gold Lace + Sequins Mod Vintage A - Line 60s Babydoll Dress
1960s Ivory and Gold Lace + Sequins Mod Vintage A - Line 60s Babydoll Dress

1960s Ivory and Gold Lace + Sequins Mod Vintage A - Line 60s Babydoll Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s ivory and gold lace A-line dress! Features a fitted bodice, with a nice full flattering flared skirt. Gold embroidered waistband and sleeve cuffs are adorned with gold seq...

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1960s American Imperial Vintage Clothing

Paul Daunay gold lamé jacquard couture evening ensemble, c. 1960
Paul Daunay gold lamé jacquard couture evening ensemble, c. 1960

Paul Daunay gold lamé jacquard couture evening ensemble, c. 1960

By Paul Daunay

Located in London, GB

Paul Daunay gold lamé jacquard couture evening ensemble comprising: long-line waistcoat lined with purple silk and high rise a-line skirt with inverted pleats and two side pockets. ...

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1960s French Imperial Vintage Clothing

1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress

1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress

By Guy Laroche

Located in San Diego, CA

1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...

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1960s French Imperial Vintage Clothing

GUCCI BY TOM FORD FW 01 Rare Prototype Shearling Coat
GUCCI BY TOM FORD FW 01 Rare Prototype Shearling Coat

GUCCI BY TOM FORD FW 01 Rare Prototype Shearling Coat

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Milano, MILANO

Fall Winter 2001 rare prototype shearling coat by Tom Ford for Gucci. Handmade embroideries. The composition tag is missing, seems to be made of shearling and wool.

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Early 2000s Imperial Vintage Clothing

Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c

Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c

By Louis Vuitton

Located in University City, MO

Louis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with subtle gold metallic knit band...

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Early 2000s Italian Imperial Vintage Clothing

NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress
NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress

NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress

By Narciso Rodriguez

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Narciso Rodriguez 2018 Original Price $2,995 Special Capsule Collection for Barneys NY The most adorable softest baby pink color bordering on peach Pullover Lined 100% silk IT40 fits...

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2010s Imperial Vintage Clothing

Trompe L'oeil Oversize Belted Trench Coat
Trompe L'oeil Oversize Belted Trench Coat

Trompe L'oeil Oversize Belted Trench Coat

$475Sale Price|45% Off

Size: L

Trompe L'oeil Oversize Belted Trench Coat

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous beige and black cotton trompe l'oeil trench coat jacket from Japanese designers Naoki Ichihara, Tadanao Yamashita and Shingo Otsuka for TALK ABOUT THE DISTRACTION. It app...

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2010s Japanese Imperial Vintage Clothing

BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Floral Khaki Unique Evening Gown Backless Crystal
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Floral Khaki Unique Evening Gown Backless Crystal

BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Floral Khaki Unique Evening Gown Backless Crystal

By Badgley Mischka

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Badgley Mischka Vintage Khaki color Unique backless design Lined in nude silk so some parts look see-through, but it is actually the lining There are crystals throughout, I showed s...

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21st Century and Contemporary Imperial Vintage Clothing

Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar

Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar

Located in Amsterdam, NL

We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...

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20th Century German Imperial Vintage Clothing

UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42
UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42

UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Switzerland, CH

An extremely luxurious and CHRISTIAN DIOR signature piece that will last you for years Gorgeous, couture-like piece hand-crafted by the seamstresses in Christian Dior's atelier in Pa...

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Early 2000s French Imperial Vintage Clothing

Christian Lacroix Vintage Strapless Floral Print Mini Dress with Raffia, 1990s
Christian Lacroix Vintage Strapless Floral Print Mini Dress with Raffia, 1990s

Christian Lacroix Vintage Strapless Floral Print Mini Dress with Raffia, 1990s

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Sparks, NV

Incredible vintage Christian Lacroix strapless mini dress with a floral print and black raffia embroidered lace. Sexy iconic Lacroix! Fully lined with zip closure. The marked size is...

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1990s French Imperial Vintage Clothing

Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress

Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...

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1980s Indian Imperial Vintage Clothing

NWT's THE DANES Vintage Black Silk Extra Long Evening Gown Maxi Dress
NWT's THE DANES Vintage Black Silk Extra Long Evening Gown Maxi Dress

NWT's THE DANES Vintage Black Silk Extra Long Evening Gown Maxi Dress

Located in Leonardo, NJ

The Danes Vintage Black 100% silk Extra long Pullover Sheer mesh back Size USA 8 NWT's, Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: length 66, pit to pit 16 to 18, smallest of waist...

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Early 2000s Imperial Vintage Clothing

Yves Saint Laurent New Suede Gauntlet Gloves
Yves Saint Laurent New Suede Gauntlet Gloves

Yves Saint Laurent New Suede Gauntlet Gloves

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Geneva, CH

Beautiful never worn 80’s YSL fuchsia gloves trimmed in matching leather diagonal stitching. Both gloves was linked by the original sealing thread. "Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche" g...

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1980s French Imperial Vintage Clothing

Rare GUCCI Iconic Golden GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse with Bamboo Handles
Rare GUCCI Iconic Golden GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse with Bamboo Handles

Rare GUCCI Iconic Golden GG Monogram Beaded Bag Purse with Bamboo Handles

By Gucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

A limited edition bag by Gucci From the early 2000s years A signature piece in the famous GG Monogram Beautiful beaded Gucci bag in golden color Gucci Bamboo design handles and closu...

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Early 2000s Italian Imperial Vintage Clothing

2000s KRIZIA Sheer micro mini beaded yellow
2000s KRIZIA Sheer micro mini beaded yellow

2000s KRIZIA Sheer micro mini beaded yellow

By Krizia

Located in Austin, TX

2000s KRIZIA Sheer mini beaded nylon and spandex with beading Condition: Excellent 33" bust, 30" waist, 31" hips, 29" length One size ( fits US 0 - 6 ) 

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Early 2000s Unknown Imperial Vintage Clothing

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Imperial Vintage Clothing For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary piece of imperial vintage clothing you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Beige, Gray and more. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of imperial vintage clothing 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 20th Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Arnold Scaasi, Gianni Versace and Alexander McQueen 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 Imperial Vintage Clothing?

On average, a piece of imperial vintage clothing on 1stDibs sells for $1,200, while they’re typically $499 on the low end and $25,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Imperial Vintage Clothing
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Clothes that are considered vintage are those that are at least 20 years old. Shoes, accessories and bags produced prior to 20 years ago may also be called vintage. You may sometimes see apparel that is over 100 years old referred to as historic or period clothing. Find a large selection of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Whether vintage clothing is secondhand varies. Vintage clothing is the term for apparel produced more than 20 years ago. Due to its age, vintage clothing was often preloved and worn by someone else. However, it is possible to find a small number of vintage items that are brand new with tags, indicating that no one has worn them previously. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Vintage clothing is so expensive due to supply and demand. Many people love vintage apparel because it is unique, visually appealing and often features exceptional tailoring and materials. At the same time, only a limited number of pieces survive from previous eras, and those that do aren't always in good condition. As a result, the high demand and limited supply drive up prices. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Vintage clothes are usually 20 years old or older. Unlike jewelry, clothing is usually not referred to as antique. As a result, people usually use the term vintage to describe all garments produced at least two decades ago. In some cases, you may see clothing that is 100 years old or more referred to as historical or period clothes. Find a wide range of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What vintage-style clothing is called varies. Vintage-style clothing is the term for apparel that draws inspiration from pieces produced 20 years ago or more. Some people refer to it as retro or retro-influenced clothing. Because it was manufactured more recently than authentic vintage clothing, clothing that is vintage style is classified as contemporary. Shop a wide range of vintage apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    You can tell if vintage clothes are real in a few ways. First, look inside pieces for labels. Union tags are usually a sign that a piece is vintage, and by researching the maker of your apparel and the evolution of their brand labeling, you can often estimate how old a particular garment is. Check the fasteners and fabrics for pieces you believe were produced in the early 20th century or before. Generally, older vintage clothing will have metal zippers and shell or metal buttons rather than plastic. However, keep in mind that any apparel that is more than 20 years old can be considered vintage. Since plastic became a commonly used material by the 1950s and ’60s, plastic buttons and other more modern features may not necessarily mean a piece isn't vintage. Because it can be difficult to date clothing on your own, consider having a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To find the value of a pair of vintage Versace clothing, experts suggest that you work with a certified appraiser. While some online resources are helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not reflect the actual value of your item. The actual value depend on a number of factors, including the shape your garments are in. You’ll find expertly-vetted vintage Versace clothing on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if clothes are actually vintage, examine their details closely. Any article of clothing that is at least 20 years old is vintage, and fabrics, construction methods and styles have changed many times over the history of fashion. As a result, apparel from different decades and periods will have its own characteristics, and you may find it helpful to research what features to expect when dating apparel that you believe was made during a specific time, such as the 1960s and 1970s. However, there are a few signs that typically indicate that clothing is vintage. The first is the brand logo on the neck or waist tag. Many brands update their logos on a regular basis, so looking at images of a company's historic labels can often help you determine roughly when it made a particular piece. Other tags and markings can also be useful for spotting authentic vintage clothing. For example, since the Woolmark labeling system ended in 1999, finding a Woolmark logo inside a piece usually means it's vintage, as does the presence of Union tags. Checking the location of manufacturing can be helpful, too. If a garment was made in a country that no longer exists, such as Yugoslavia or West Germany, it would typically be vintage. A certified appraiser or experienced authenticator can be of assistance when trying to determine the date of a particular item. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage apparel.

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