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Martha Boutique

1950s Martha Boutique Black and Turquoise Beaded Tassel Dress
1950s Martha Boutique Black and Turquoise Beaded Tassel Dress

1950s Martha Boutique Black and Turquoise Beaded Tassel Dress

By Martha Palm Beach

Located in London, GB

This luxurious and weighty 1950s black, brown and turquoise evening dress is from the famous Martha Boutique. Martha Phillips founded her high-end Park Avenue boutique in the 1930s a...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1960s Norman Norell from Martha Boutique Black Embellished Shift Dress
1960s Norman Norell from Martha Boutique Black Embellished Shift Dress

1960s Norman Norell from Martha Boutique Black Embellished Shift Dress

By Norman Norell

Located in London, GB

Of impeccable provenance, this dress retailed in the creme de la creme of fashion boutiques called Martha. The owner, Martha Phillips founded her high-end Park Avenue boutique in the...

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1960s American Evening Dresses

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Alessandro Albrizzi Trestle Table

By Alessandro Albrizzi

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Aleaandro Albrizzi Treestle Table Plated Steel and Glass Provence -Martha's Boutique in Palm Beach

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GIVENCHY Demi Couture c.1990's Black Silk Satin Maxi Evening Sheath Dress Gown
GIVENCHY Demi Couture c.1990's Black Silk Satin Maxi Evening Sheath Dress Gown

GIVENCHY Demi Couture c.1990's Black Silk Satin Maxi Evening Sheath Dress Gown

By Givenchy

Located in Thiensville, WI

GIVENCHY Demi Couture c.1990's Black Silk Satin Maxi Evening Sheath Dress Gown Circa: 1990’s Label(s): Boutique Givenchy Paris; Martha Designer: Hubert de Givenchy Style: Sheath go...

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Valentino vintage ruffled evening skirt
Valentino vintage ruffled evening skirt

Valentino vintage ruffled evening skirt

By Valentino

Located in New York, NY

Skirt has two labels. One fro Martha Boutique and one from Valentino Night . Circa 1980's Size 4 waist 24" length 21"

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Mary McFadden  vintage black laser cut velvet cocktail dress
Mary McFadden  vintage black laser cut velvet cocktail dress

Mary McFadden vintage black laser cut velvet cocktail dress

By Mary McFadden

Located in New York, NY

Very "IN" style . From famous MARTHA boutique. size states 12 but very small. Bust 38" Waist 28" length of the skirt part is 24" sleeves 13"

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Scaasi for Martha Spring Summer Sleeveless White Lace Party Dress Size 10
Scaasi for Martha Spring Summer Sleeveless White Lace Party Dress Size 10

Scaasi for Martha Spring Summer Sleeveless White Lace Party Dress Size 10

By Arnold Scaasi, Scaasi Boutique

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A rare beauty designed by Arnold Scaasi for the Scaasi Boutique label for Martha. Purchased at the Martha boutique in Palm Beach.

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1990s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

Red + black floral print evening dress with feathered hem
Red + black floral print evening dress with feathered hem

Red + black floral print evening dress with feathered hem

Located in New York, NY

Evelyn Byrnes was a chic boutique that carried high end designer clothing. She was across the street from the legendary boutique Martha.

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1970s American Evening Gowns

GALANOS Silk Ensemble
GALANOS Silk Ensemble

GALANOS Silk Ensemble

By Galanos, James Galanos

Located in New York, NY

Excellent Condition. From the legendary Martha Boutique.

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1970s American Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

CHANEL Silk Abstract Print Dress
CHANEL Silk Abstract Print Dress

CHANEL Silk Abstract Print Dress

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

CHANEL Silk Abstract Print Dress from the iconic Martha Boutique. Lion Head Buttons and gorgeous abstract pattern of blues, pinks, black and purples.

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1970s French Day Dresses

Victor Costa Vintage Dress in Black Mesh Black & White Sequins Over White Satin
Victor Costa Vintage Dress in Black Mesh Black & White Sequins Over White Satin

Victor Costa Vintage Dress in Black Mesh Black & White Sequins Over White Satin

By Victor Costa

Located in Portland, OR

The dress was purchased at the exclusive Portland Oregon boutique Martha’s in the 1980‘s. We estimate the dress to be a modern day size 8 but please use the measurements as a guide f...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

James Galanos Silk Chiffon Purple Polka Dot Vintage Dress w Silver Sequins
James Galanos Silk Chiffon Purple Polka Dot Vintage Dress w Silver Sequins

James Galanos Silk Chiffon Purple Polka Dot Vintage Dress w Silver Sequins

By Galanos, James Galanos

Located in Portland, OR

Circa late 1970's and purchased at the high end boutique, Martha. We estimate this to fit a modern day size 8/10 but please review the measurements.

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1970s American Evening Gowns

Martha's Boutique Vintage Pearl & Glass Beads Sequence Long Sleeve Sheer White Evening Gown
Martha's Boutique Vintage Pearl & Glass Beads Sequence Long Sleeve Sheer White Evening Gown

Martha's Boutique Vintage Pearl & Glass Beads Sequence Long Sleeve Sheer White Evening Gown

Located in Lake Park, FL

This is an incredible white evening long sleeve gown with pearls and beads sequence through out from Martha's. Martha's was know to carry many designer. There is no designer lable....

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Late 20th Century Unknown Evening Gowns

David Hayes For Saks Fifth Avenue Silk Blouse and Jacket Set, 1984
David Hayes For Saks Fifth Avenue Silk Blouse and Jacket Set, 1984

David Hayes For Saks Fifth Avenue Silk Blouse and Jacket Set, 1984

By David Hayes

Located in Atlanta, GA

Major department stores such as I.Magnin, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Lord & Taylor as well as Martha Boutique in New York all sold his high end suits & dresses.

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1980s American Blouses

Bill Blass Red Sequin Snakeskin Print Halter Dress, 1974
Bill Blass Red Sequin Snakeskin Print Halter Dress, 1974

Bill Blass Red Sequin Snakeskin Print Halter Dress, 1974

By Bill Blass

Located in Rockwood, ON

I love when I can document a dress and this gorgeous Bill Blass number is not only dated but was used for the ad campaign that year in conjunction with Martha's, a high end boutique ...

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Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary martha boutique you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have beige, blue, brown and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for a martha boutique may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An accessory like this designed by Bill Blass, James Galanos and Galanos — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering.

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Prices for a martha boutique can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $35 and can go as high as $5,500, while, on average they fetch $910.

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