1960 Sophie-Saks Fifth Avenue Black Mod Babydoll Dress & Bolero Jacket w/ Lace
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Gresham, OR
1960 Sophie-Saks Fifth Avenue Mod Babydoll Dress and Bolero Jacket in Black Wool & Jeweled Lace Trim: A charming Empire waist babydoll dress with a full-skirt mini silhouette trimmed...
1950s Sophie of Saks Fifth Avenue Flocked Floral Print Cocktail Dress w Jacket
By Sophie Gimbel, Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Sophie of Saks Fifth Avenue Flocked Floral Print Faille Cocktail Dress w Jacket: A heavenly design by Sophie Gimbel of pink and fuchsia roses and leaves on a black background.
$495
Size: Best fits S, see measurements
Sophie of Saks Sophie Gimbel Grey 1960s Skirt Suit in Grey and White Fuzzy Weave
By Sophie Gimbel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 1960s Sophie of Saks skirt suit in a super textured grey and white weave.
Sophie of Saks 1950's Black and White Abstract Print Swing Coat
By Sophie Gimbel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sophie of Saks 1950's silk brushstroke print swing coat dress.
50s/60s Sophie of Saks Brown Warped Floral Afternoon Dress w/Mink Lined Jacket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
50s/60s Sophie of Saks Brown Floral Afternoon Dress with Mink Lined Jacket.
1950s Sophie of Saks blue chiffon gown
By Sophie Gimbel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
I love the unusual neckline of this gown,a nod to ancient Greek fashion...Designed by Sophie of Saks in the 1950s of a brilliant blue chiffon, it's classic and romantic to boot!
1960s Sophie of Saks Red Burgundy Brocade Dress and Jacket
By Sophie Gimbel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960s Sophie of Saks Red Burgundy silk brocade sleeveless cocktail dress with 3/4 sleeves jacket.
SOPHIE of SAKS FIFTH AVENUE satin ensemble with rose detail
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Beautiful 1950's satin dress with matching jacket from Sophie of Saks Fifth Ave. Ca. 1955. Velvet rose motif.
Sophie of Saks Ivory Crepe Cocktail Dress With Crystal Beading
Located in New York, NY
Original store tag reads, "Sophie Of Saks".
Sophie of Saks Silk Shaved Velvet Gown Ensemble
By Sophie Gimbel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredibly luxe silk satin gown and jacket ensemble with large scale trees in the satin velour au sabre technique. Measurements-- Jacket- Bust: 34" Sleeve: 10" Length, Cente...
Sophie of Saks Hot Pink Crinkle Chiffon Gown with Wrap
By Sophie Gimbel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazingly beautiful 1950's evening gown from Sophie of Saks is done in hot pink silk chiffon that has been pleated in a grecian/Fortuny-inspired fashion.
1950’s Sophie of Saks Tulle Cocktail Dress with Geometric Embroi
By Sophie Gimbel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This playful yet sophisticated cocktail dress from Sophie of Saks is made from fine netting in a fit and flare silhouette.
1950's Sophie of Saks Yellow Floral Silk Halter Dress & Coat
By Sophie Gimbel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking 1950's party dress & coat ensemble by the highly adored label "Sophie of Saks". Sophie Gimbel was a leading designer for nearly 40 years and an innovator of the "New Loo...
Dated 1960 Sophie Gimbel Attr Saks 5th Ave Soutache & Silk Dress
By Sophie Gimbel
Located in Rockwood, ON
This wonderful little black dress is from the time period that Sophie Gimbel was designing the Saks in-house ready-to-wear line and her pieces were very expensive.
Sophie of Saks original 1950's 3 pc dress jacket belt
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Sophie of Saks original 1950. Gorgeous blue dress with a velvet bodice and a mile wide tulle skirt shot with Paillets and sequins.
1950's Sophie of Saks Chiffon and Lace Party Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dreamy 1950's party dress from Sophie of Saks is made from cream colored silk chiffon crafted into hundreds of delicate pin-tucks.
1960s Sophie of Saks Ombrè Rosy Pink Party Dress with Bows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning silk chiffon confection from Sophie of Saks. Done in varying shades of pink and accented by rich red velvet bows at the skirt.
1950's Sophie Gimbel Chartreuse-Yellow Roses Floral-Print Satin Dress & Jacket
By Sophie Gimbel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking 1950's cocktail dress & bolero jacket ensemble by the highly adored label "Sophie of Saks". Sophie Gimbel was a leading designer for nearly 40 years and an innovator of ...
1950's Sophie Gimbel Metallic Turquoise Paisley Indian-Silk Full Party Dress
By Sophie Gimbel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking 1950's cocktail party dress by the highly adored label "Sophie of Saks Fifth Avenue". Sophie Gimbel was a leading designer for nearly 40 years and an innovator...
1960’s Hot Pink Brocade Saks Fifth Avenue Dress with Coat
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 1960’s ensemble from Sophie of Saks features a cocktail dress made from exquisite hot pink and metallic gold silk brocade.
1950's Arthur Falkenstein Chantilly-Lace & Satin Strapless Full Party Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Arthur Falkenstein was a talented American Couturier on par with Sophie of Saks and Hattie Carnegie. Falkenstein is represented at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and was a popular de...
1930's Silk Trompe l'oeil "Eyelet" Dress & Jacket
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Huge full circle skirt on the dress. Label reads; "Saks Fifth Avenue Original" which would date it before the "Sophie of Saks" era, in my opinion.
Silk Guipure Lace Exquisite 1930s Jacket Top
Located in Water Mill, NY
An intricate, stunning, vintage beige silk lace jacket, bolero, shrug, vest in varying stitches and patterns of flowers and petals- very elaborate. The shoulders are extended forming...
Chic 1920s Ivory ' Candy Stripe ' Silk Drop Waist Vintage 20s Day Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly chic 1920s 20s silk vintage dress! Classic drop waist style with a side bow at the waist. Tie at neck. Ivory silk with pastel blue, pink, yellow and green vertical stripes...
$716Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10 / 12
1990s Linda Segal Size 10 12 Red White Colorblock Pique Cotton Vintage 90s Dress
By Linda Segal
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish and flattering early 90s LINDA SEGAL lipstick red and white colorblocked pique cotton sleeveless nautical sheath dress ! Linda Segal pieces were often worn by Fran Fine, play...
1990s Giorgio Armani Size 6 / 8 Vintage Crimson Red Merlot 90s Silk Velvet Gown
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely beautiful 1990s GIORGIO ARMANI COLLEZIONI crimson red silk velvet full length evening dress! Couture quality, with an amazing fit! Hidden interior weight on inner bust creat...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...
Vintage 1990s black and white wool suit Moschino Cheap & Chic
By Moschino
Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR
Vintage 1990s black and white suit (jacket and skirt) by Moschino Cheap & Chic. The black and red version of this suit can be seen on the ICONIC Fran fine on the hit sitcom the Nanny...
1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves
Located in Sparks, NV
Flattering vintage 1940s cocktail dress in black velvet with a draped collar and 3/4 length sleeves. Unlined with side metal zip closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust meas...
2001 John Galliano Sheer Knit Sleeveless High Neck Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Austin, TX
2001 John Galliano Sheer Black Knit Sleeveless High Neck Long Dress Rayon Fabric Made in Italy Chest: 28-37", Waist: 23-33", Hips: 31-43", Length: 64" Condition: Excellent SIZE: S ...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2007 "Witches" Black Red Silk Taffeta Bubble Evening Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 2007 "Witches" Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Evening Gown Color(s): Shades of black, red Lined: Yes Marked Fabric Cont...
Vicky Tiel Ruched Strapless Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous stretch silk net dress from Vicky Tiel Couture in a beautiful shade of green. It has a boned strapless corset style bodice wrapped flatteringly with ruching crisscrossing ...
Herbert Levine Red Stilettos
By Herbert Levine
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous Herbert Levine Red Calf Stilettos decorated with a black "berry" and red ties. Retailed at Bonwit Teller, 1950's USA. 6.5AA, 2.75" widest across front. Very narrow.
1990s Gai Mattiolo Black Bodycon Maxi Dress - Embroidered Floral Bust
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
A sleek and striking archival piece by Italian designer Gai Mattiolo, dating to the late 1990s (circa 1997-1998). This floor-length bodycon dress is crafted from high-quality black v...
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Nude Color Ostrich Feather Embellished Dress Gown 10
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
An exquisite Oscar de la Renta evening gown, masterfully combining glamour and craftsmanship. Designed in a nude-toned illusion net base, the gown features intricate hand embroidery ...
Thierry Mugler Fall 1997 Couture Faux Fur Brown & Gold Sparkly Coat - Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Sheffield, GB
Thierry Mugler Fall 1997 Couture Faux Fur Brown & Gold Sparkly Coat. Plush Brown & Gold Thick Faux fur Coat with Stole style exaggerated collar line and farrier hook closure,...
Lilli Ann 1950s Wool Jacket
By Lilli Ann
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great black wool jacket by Lilli Ann. The large collar has ties and is top stitched in a diamond pattern with prong set rhinestones at the points. It is double breasted with self ...
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