Dorothée Bis 1980s Wool Knit Ensemble
Located in Alford, MA
The dominating sweater features a wide neckline, long sleeves and ribbed hem and cuffs in solid charcoal; at back, a long gold tone zipper opens from the hem to mid back. Knife pleat...
TOM FORD A/W 2015 Brown Silk Georgette Smocked Corset Peplum Top
By Tom Ford
Located in Thiensville, WI
Sweetheart neckline with ruffled detail along front edge. 3/4 length semi-sheer sleeves with knife pleat detail. Smocked bodice with semi-sheer gathered panel at back.
$5,070Sale Price|35% Off
2001 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture by Oscar de la Renta Pleated Runway Skirt Suit
By Oscar De La Renta, Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in Kingston, NY
Rendered in fine black wool and fully lined in silk, the two-piece haute couture ensemble is a study in architectural pleating. The jacket opens in a deep plunging V framed by a fan ...
Divine 1970s Jean Muir Pleated Chiffon Ivory Black Dots Layered dress
By Jean Muir
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The gathered bodice begins with a high square neckline and layered sheer angel sleeves. The knife-pleated chiffon creates a pleasing rhythm throughout, adding another dimension to th...
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
Fabulous Vintage Galanos Polka Dot Silk Pleated Belted Dress, 1980s
By James Galanos, Galanos
Located in Boca Raton, FL
An accompanying belt of the same fabric may be worn cinched at the waist for extra definition, giving this dress a more formal feel. The double layer, knife-pleated skirt creates ...
Couture IRENE GALITZINE c.1960's 3 Pc Silk Brocade Belted Blazer Jumpsuit Suit
Located in Thiensville, WI
Elastic waistline. Two front knife pleats at bodice and pants. Tapered leg. Left side seam zipper with hook and eye closure at top.
Alexander McQueen Leopard Print Silk and Fur Jacket and Skirt Suit, FW 2005
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Alexander McQueen ▪ Creative Director: Lee Alexander McQueen ▪ Collection: The Man Who Knew Too Much, Fall-Winter 2005 ▪ Fabric: Silk Twill, Rabbit Fur ▪ Details: Built-in P...
LILLIE RUBIN c.1960's Coral Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Surplice Maxi Dress Gown
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Thiensville, WI
Style: Gown / dress Color(s): Shade of pink / orange (exterior, interior) Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Content (feel of): Silk chiffon (exterior); polyester sateen (interior); metal (h...
NINA RICCI 2 Pc Gray Black Lace Silk Tweed Dress Jacket Pleated Skirt Suit Set
By Nina Ricci
Located in Thiensville, WI
Tailored two-piece long sleeves with pleated lantern style flared cuffs. Knife pleated lantern sleeve cuffs with layered raw edge black lace trim overlay; fringe trim at edges of cuf...
Vintage 1940's Cream Silk Pleated Dress Rhinestone Button US 6 UK 10
Located in Nashville, TN
The fitted waistline, sets off the elegant peplum panel along the top of the hipline, which in turn frames the running seams along the front central part of the skirt-line, which lea...
1920s Pale Brown Leaf Print Silk Blouse with Tie-Neck
Located in London, GB
The sleeves have a slight blouson cut with puff-sleeves and gathered cuffs. There is topstitched knife-pleating on the shoulders. The shirt is unlined and therefore has a slightly sh...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2006 "Neptune" Plum Purple Bow Front Empire Cocktail Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2006 "Neptune" Plum Purple Bow Front Empire Cocktail Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 2006 “Neptune” Des...
1960s Susan Small Lilac and White Spaghetti Strap Dress
By Susan Small
Located in London, GB
The waist is cinched and gives way to a full skirt that is knife pleated where it meets the waistband. The skirt is lined with white linen, as is the front of the bustier top.
1970s Kayser Pink Silk and Lace Trousseau Slip with Matching Robe
Located in London, GB
The skirt is decadently trimmed along the bottom with layers of white machined lace, pink grosgrain ribbon and knife pleated panels of pink cloth. The slip dress is unlined.
Christian Lacroix 2Pc Floral Jacquard and Fur Jacket Pant Suit Set, A/W 2001
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Thiensville, WI
(Pockets still have temporary stitching). Two front knife pleats at waist. Single slit at hem. Partially lined with purple contrasting fabric at interior of waistband and pockets.
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sequin Tulle Top & Flocked Skirt Set, FW 2005
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
The knee-length skirt is knife-pleated sheer woven cloth (silk-viscose-polyester blend) featuring an all-over flocked leaf motif; finished with a box-pleated velvet ribbon facing and...
Norma Walters Tartan Plaid Silk & Sequin Two Piece Dress, 1980's
By Norma Walters
Located in Atlanta, GA
This two piece silk dress includes a pullover top with built-in knit camisole and ribbed glitter waist band paired with a midi length flared skirt with knife pleats at the back. The...
Miu Miu by Miuccia Prada Brown Ruffled Column Dress, FW 1999
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
The fitted bodice is shaped with vertical seaming and finished with a narrow, knife-pleated ruffle at the straight neckline. A wide black webbing belt with plastic side-release buckl...
Oscar De La Renta Evening Coat
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in London, GB
Turn of the century Oscar de la Renta gently padded black silk paper taffeta coat in a vertical band design of irregular horizontal Fortuny-inspired pleats, alternating with boxed pi...
Yves Saint Laurent Blue Silk Organza Spring 2012 Runway Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The dress is cut and draped to perfection, falling in soft ruffles at the front while the back is gathered in wide knife pleats. Short, sculpted ruffles extend from each hip to the u...
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