Massive Handmade Bib with Ceramic Beads
Located in New York, NY
Massive Handmade Bib with Ceramic Beads made by Dona, Mexico in the 1960's. Large dog collar choker
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Mexican Caftan
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Marti Blue Silk Kaftan, 1970s
Located in Houston, TX
collectible designer Marti of Mexico. The caftan features multiple clean lines of pin-tucking at the bust and
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
Irene Pulos Mexican Cotton Caftan Dress, 1970's
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970's Mexican cotton caftan dress by Irene Pulos with a graphic design in eye catching colors
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1970s Mexican Caftans
1970s Mexican Cotton and Satin Ribbon Fringed Caftan
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1970s Mexican cotton and satin ribbon fringed caftan with Aztec-styled motif embroidered at the
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1970s Mexican Caftans
1970s Josefa Mexican Cotton Caftan with Tassel Streamers
By Josefa
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1970s Josefa Mexican cotton caftan: Empire styling with long tassel streamers down front and
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1970s Mexican Caftans
1950s Caftan with Traditional Mexican Embroidery Panels and Mixed Lace
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Net and mixed lace caftan with traditional Mexican embroidery panels. Custom made in the
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1950s Mexican Caftans
1970s 70s Vintage Lightweight Cotton Red + White Mexican Embroidered Caftan
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s vintage Mexican caftan / kaftan dress! Perfect lightweight soft cotton. Red, with
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
1970's Mexican Bohemian Embroidered Caftan Lounger
Located in Atlanta, GA
The vibrant color palate of this 1970's Mexican caftan starts with an orange and pink striped
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
Vibrant Mexican Festival Tangerine Cotton Caftan Designed by Joesfa c 1970s
By Josefa
Located in University City, MO
Vibrant Mexican festival tangerine cotton caftan designed by Josefa The exotic cotton caftan is
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
1970s Black and Yellow Handkerchief Scarf Hem Mexican Embrodiered Caftan Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 70s vintage black and marigold yellow cotton handkerchief hem Mexican kaftan dress
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
Vintage Tachi Castillo Mexican Hand Crochet Cotton 1970s 70s Black Caftan Dress
By Tachi Castillo
Located in San Diego, CA
was well known in Mexico for her impeccable attention to detail, and had a very strong and loyal
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
Torso Creations Caftan Of Mexican Embroidered Cotton & Striped Thai Silk
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Torso Creations Caftan Of Mexican Embroidered Cotton & Striped Thai Silk in a Myriad of Colors.
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1970s Spectacular Angel Wing Caftan Designed by Josefa
By Josefa
Located in University City, MO
1970s Spectacular angel wing caftan designed by Joesfa The exotic cotton caftan is a myriad of
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
1970s Josefa Hand-Crafted Cotton Caftan with Rainbow Ribbon Trim and Embroidery
By Josefa
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Josefa hand-crafted cotton caftan with rainbow ribbon trim and hand embroidery. Originally
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
1960s Denim and Cotton Caftan w Op-Art Style Appliqué and Embroidery
Located in Gresham, OR
Victor Camarena for D'Mama Carlota denim and cotton caftan with op-art style applique and
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1960s Mexican Kaftans
Mexican Caftan 1960s
By Josefa
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage Josefa caftan. Pink cotton item features multi-color applique details with attached
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1960s Mexican Kaftans
Mexican Caftan 1960s
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage Tipicano caftan. Black cotton item features bright pink embroidery and matching silk
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1960s Mexican Kaftans
1970s Casa Maya Handmade & Embroidered Mexican Caftan
Located in Rockwood, ON
This is just an amazing piece of art-to-wear. Hand made in Mexico in the late sixties, maybe early
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1970s Kaftans
1979 Zandra Rhodes Mexican Fan Caftan
By Dame Zandra Rhodes
Located in Rockwood, ON
collection inspired by her trip to Mexico this piece is entitled "Mexican Fan" I that book she says that the
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1970s Day Dresses
1970's Josefa of Mexico Couture Caftan
By Josefa
Located in Houston, TX
Unbelievable Josefa caftan! Vibrant cotton canvas in blue and purple with blue ribbon details is
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1970s Mexican Kaftans
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By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
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Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915
Located in London, GB
Pigeon's blood Burmese ruby and diamond necklace/tiara. Set to the centre with twenty six oval old cut natural unenhanced Pigeon's blood Burmese rubies in open back claw settings, ra...
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Drop Necklaces
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Jade and Sterling Silver Choker
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous substantial silver and jade choker necklace. The front bib portion is comprised of layers of silver in different shapes on top of one another with a large rounded jade sto...
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1990s Choker Necklaces
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CHRISTIAN DIOR By Galliano F/w 1998 Multi-Layer Wooden Bead Masai Choker
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
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MUGLER Crystal Teardrop Corset Top Rhinestone Corsage
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Spectacular Mugler Teardrop Corset Top. The beautiful piece showcases Thierry Mugler's signature blend of bold structure and feminine elegance. Crafted in a delicate powder blue, the...
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Iconic Spectacular Thierry Mugler SS 1997 Gown 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman'
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
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$3,500
Size: FR 38 (US 6) but runs small
Iconic Documented Thierry Mugler Runway Sheer Boned Corset Skirt Suit, SS1995
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Geneva, CH
Featured during the "Thierry Mugler, Couturissime" exhibition at the "Musée des Arts Décoratifs" in Paris in 2021-2022 and at the "Brooklyn Museum" in New York in 2022-2023 (see pic...
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1990s French Skirt Suits
Alexander McQueen Plato's Atlantis "Praying Mantis" Silk Dress, SS 2010
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
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Alexander McQueen 2004 runway gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Look 50 of the Alexander Mcqueen 2004FW runway show. A short version of this design was seen during the 2004SS “Deliverance” collection. It’s inspired by the 1970s film “They Shoot...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses
Brass Choker with Large Crescents Pendant 1960s
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous golden brass choker collar with three crescent drops from a chain neck with a spring closure. The crescents are joined with chains and there are 2 1" circular tabs on ea...
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Vintage 2004 Christian Dior by Galliano Silk Bias-Cut Gown dress, with stole
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
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Christian Dior by John Galliano Fuchsia Evening Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2007
$88,995
Size: FR36 - UK8 - US 4
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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Massive Articulated Gilt Metal Coin Bib Necklace circa 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Massive articulated gilt metal coin bib necklace c 1970s The unique necklace is designed with a collection of small scale Roman style replica coins The rectangular pendant is susp...
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Brass
1980's Vintage Multi Strand Bib Necklace With Lucite Chain, Beads And Silver
$1,925
H 9 in W 5 in D 1 in L 9 in
1980's Vintage Multi Strand Bib Necklace With Lucite Chain, Beads And Silver
Located in North Miami, FL
This most arresting, dramatic and unusual vintage bib chunky multi strand necklace is from the 80's. It is faceted clear lucite interspersed with intertwined chain, gray beads and si...
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
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Silver
Antique 18th Century Minas Novas Earrings Pendant/Brooch Girandole Portuguese
$53,275
W 2.49 in L 2.96 in
Antique 18th Century Minas Novas Earrings Pendant/Brooch Girandole Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
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Luxurious and versatile, designer day dresses are as well suited to tea at an upscale hotel as they are to your next garden or rooftop party.
Today’s featherlight unisex day dresses — as well as the vibrant vintage day dresses of the 1950s and ’60s — look quite different from the heavy, fabric-rich de rigueur garments of the Victorian era. In the late 19th century, a woman of a certain standing might have multiple dresses to wear throughout the day: specifically, one or two for the daytime and one for the evening. For example, a long-sleeve silk dress with a prominently flared back and a round collar of gold beaded lace that hugs the neck would be suitable for stepping out during the day, while a velvet gown trimmed in silk embroidery but overall comparatively informal in appearance would be worn for afternoon tea at home. At night, a silk velvet evening dress could feature natural world motifs such as butterflies (a characteristic of Art Nouveau design) and have short sleeves adorned with lace and ruffles and a scooped neckline — the perfect attire for the theater.
During the 1920s, after all the chores were done, a woman would change from her housework clothing into a more fashionable day dress to run her errands or socialize. Some 1920s day dresses were brightly colored and featured bold patterns — a cotton dress with a dazzling floral print, perhaps, or, in the case of the more venturesome Art Deco apparel sold in high-end couture fashion boutiques of the era, semi-sheer silk garments embellished with three-dimensional beadwork or rich metallic gold lamé.
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