S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Peachy Nude Silk Slip Dress 40
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Austin, TX
S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Peachy Nude Silk Slip Dress 40 Condition: very good 100% silk Made
S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Peachy Nude Silk Slip Dress 40
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Austin, TX
S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Peachy Nude Silk Slip Dress 40 Condition: very good 100% silk Made
Dolce & Gabbana 2001 Black Stretch Lace Dress with Nude Acetate Slip IT44
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Berlin, DE
, a 100% acetate nude slip provides a smooth base while allowing the lace’s detailing to stand out
La Perla S/S 2002 beige nude sheer embellished backless wedding slip dress gown
By La Perla
Located in Milano, Lombardia
% Silk Size: IT 42 - This dress has plenty of stretch. It is modelled on a mannequin that is an IT 38
Versace Nude Pink Silk & Lace Slip Dress With Gold Medusa Hardware 2005
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Versace pink and silk dress with gold hardware
$627
Size: Recommend UK 6 / See Dimensions
2000s Emanuel Ungaro Nude Long Cream Silk Satin Slip Dress & Matching Bolero Set
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Sheffield, GB
An Elegant 2000's Vintage Emanuel Ungaro Ensemble in Nude-Cream. The set comprises a Satin slip
Prada by Miuccia Prada brown silk chiffon slip dress, fw 1996
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in London, GB
print in brown and cream ▪ Sold with a matching Prada nude silk slip dress to wear underneath ▪ Calf
Prada by Miuccia Prada brown silk chiffon slip dress, fw 1996
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
print in brown, mauve and cream ▪ Sold with a matching Prada nude silk slip dress to wear underneath ▪
Prada by Miuccia Prada orange silk chiffon slip dress, fw 1996
By Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
print in orange, brown and cream ▪ Sold with a matching Prada nude silk slip dress to wear underneath ▪
1930's Black Mesh Gown with Silk Accents and Nude Slip Size 2-4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1930's gown is composed of a sheer mesh fabric with silk accents and nude slip. There are
Michael Kors Pink Knit Dress - Small
By Michael Kors
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
of a viscose and polyester material. There is a nude slip underneath the dress since it has small
Valentino 2007 S/S beaded mini dress ensemble
By Valentino Garavani
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
This Valentino Spring 2007 runway dress is an exquisite two piece design composed of a nude silk
1960s Rainbow Watercolour Silk Floral Dress with Pleated Skirt
Located in London, GB
nude slip. The dress is in truly excellent vintage condition with no issues. It has belt loops at the
Chloe Nude Silk Cold Shoulder Slip Dress
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simple and sweet, slinky and sexy. Chloe circa early 2000s. Nude toned silk with off the shoulder
Dior by Galliano Spring 06 "Dior Nude" Collection Trompe l'oeil Slip Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Christian Dior by John Galliano "Dior Nude" Collection Spring 2006 Slip Dress. Knit with a faux
Mathew Williamson Ensemble
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mathew Willaimson ensemble consisting of pink/nude slip, patternered over dress and coordinating
Gucci by Tom Ford black silk babydoll mini dress, fw 2001
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci by Tom Ford babydoll mini dress in black mesh with silk appliqués in various shapes and nude
CHLOE off-white silk PIPED BABYDOLL Dress 36 XS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
sleeves. Comes with a nude slip dress in nude silk (100%). Has some faint stains at the sleeves otherwise
Gucci by Tom Ford Black Lace Babydoll Dress, SS 1996
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Marlborough, GB
with a tie before flowing out into a full bodied skirt, ultra-mini in length Built-in nude slip dress
Victoria Secret Nude Tone Sheer Pink Lace Slip Dress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in elegance and allure with the Victoria's Secret Nude Tone Sheer Pink Lace Slip Dress—a
1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Nude Stretch Slip dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
1990s JEAN PAUL GAULTIER CLASSIQUE Nude Stretch Slip dress Zipper down front and zip up back hem 26
S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Peachy Nude Silk Slip Dress 42
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Austin, TX
S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Peachy Nude Silk Slip Dress 42 Condition: Very good 100% silk Made
PROTAGONIST 100% viscose nude minimal spaghetti strap cami slip dress XS
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PROTAGONIST 100% viscose nude minimal spaghetti strap cami slip dress XS Reference: LNKO/A01038
EMILIO PUCCI 'Formfit Rogers' Light Blue Nude Lace Trim Slip Dress NWT Size M
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Pucci dress is composed of a light blue poly nit with nude lace trim. Features an empire waist
TIBI 100% silk salmon pink nude V-neck spaghetti strap high low slip dress US0
By Tibi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
TIBI 100% silk salmon pink nude V-neck spaghetti strap high low slip dress US0 Reference: LNKO
PRADA Brown Lace Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress w/Nude Slip sz 42
By Prada
Located in New York, NY
Prada Brown Lace Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress w/Nude Slip Made in: Italy Color: Brown and
DOLCE GABBANA UNDERWEAR golden nude logo trim bustier bodycon slip dress IT2
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new DOLCE GABBANA UNDERWEAR golden nude logo trim bustier bodycon slip dress IT2 XS Reference: TGAS
DOLCE GABBANA 100% silk nude lace trim spaghetti strap slip dress IT40 S
By Dolce & Gabbana, D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA 100% silk nude lace trim spaghetti strap slip dress IT40 S Reference: CNLE/A00223
DOLCE GABBANA 100% silk nude lace trim spaghetti strap slip dress IT40 S
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA 100% silk nude lace trim spaghetti strap slip dress IT40 S Reference: CNLE/A00223
Sold
Size: IT 40 - FR 36 - UK 8
Dolce & Gabbana silk chiffon cheetah print evening slip dress, fw 1996
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
▪ Dolce & Gabbana silk cheetah-print evening slip dress ▪ Nude under dress attached ▪ Square
Circa 2007 Prada Metallic Crochet Dress
By Prada
Located in Studio City, CA
Circa 2007 Prada metallic crochet dress with nude colored slip underneath. The dress features an
new HUISHAN ZHANG red lace tiered skirt nude lining cocktail dress US6 M
Located in Hong Kong, NT
. Fitted at waist. Tiered skirt. Nude camisole slip dress lining. Concealed zip back closure. Cocktail
MISSONI multicolour viscose ZIGZAG HALTER KNIT MAXI Dress 38 XS
By Missoni
Located in Zürich, CH
viscose (100%). Features a zic-zac print and a drawstring closure. Unlined. Comes with a slip dress in
CHLOE purple pink silk FLORAL WRAP Shirt Dress 38 S
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
dress in nude silk (100%). Closes with a concealed zipper on the left side. Brand new with tag
CHANEL black & white cotton 22C DUBAI RIB-KNIT Dress 34 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
patch pockets for a classic yet functional design. Complete with an attached nude silk (100%) slip dress
new LOEWE yellow wool chunky knit turtleneck sweater sheer skirt dress M
By J W Anderson, Loewe
Located in Hong Kong, NT
: Viscose Extra Details: Detachable nude slip camisole dress. Made in: Italy CONDITION: Condition: New with
runway TOM FORD AW11 black lace pleated ruffle cuff velvet belted wrap dress S
By Tom Ford
Located in Hong Kong, NT
front closure. Attached black velvet wrap belt. Pleated lace hem. Attached nude silk slip dress. Made
Azzedine Alaia Black and Blue Textured Stretch Sleeveless Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Studio City, CA
; wool blend fabric, dress features a flesh-colored slip at the interior skirt and a zipper up center
Azzedine Alaia Vintage 1990's Knit Bodycon Black Dress Gown
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Naples, FL
sleeveless knit maxi dress with nude slip, scoop neck and zip closure at back.
Prada by Miuccia Prada ivory silk devore evening dress, ss 1997
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
pattern in magenta, olive, green and teal ▪ Sold with a matching Prada nude silk slip dress to wear
1970s HALSTON Black Silk Dress with Beads
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
size 2/4/6 **Dress is shown with 2 different colors of slip ( nude and black) Dress do not come with
Sold
Size: FR 38 - IT 42 - UK 10 - US 6
Prada black mesh maxi dress with beading and appliquéd fabric leaves, fw 1999
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
and detachable nude silk slip dress Fall-Winter 1999
1930S Black Bias Cut Rayon Minimal Slip Dress With Nude Straps
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Bias Cut Rayon Minimal Slip Dress With Nude Straps
1990's JPG Jean Paul Gaultier Nude Silk Stretch Body-Con Slip Dress
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
1990's JPG Jean Paul Gaultier Nude Silk Stretch Body-Con Slip Dress
1974 Halston Documented Black Silk Velvet Burnout Evening Gown
By Halston
Located in Studio City, CA
and nude colored slip dress underneath - both slip and gown are cut on the bias. In excellent
Jean Paul Gaultier classique vintage 1990s cuba print + nude mesh slip dresses
By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique, Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
" slip dress and one nude slip dress. The dresses can be worn together or separated. made in mesh. In
S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Peach Nude Naked Knee length Slip Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Sheffield, GB
Features; Simple Dolce and Gabbana Spring 1997 Nude slip dress. Featuring spaghetti strap shoulders
Fall / Winter 2013 DOLCE & GABBANA Runway Mosaic Stain Glass Antique Print Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Sheffield, GB
Collection. MADE IN ITALY. The Dress consists of a Nude slip Dress petit coat with secondary chiffon layer
S/S 2003 Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Silver Nude Silk Slip Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Sublime vintage slip dress from Christian Dior's Spring / Summer 2003 Collection designed by John
Spring / Summer 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Nude Pink Peach Runway Long Slip Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Sheffield, GB
Incredible Spring / Summer 1997 Slip dress by Dolce & Gabbana. Crafted from a nude, skin-tone
1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Sheer Nude & Brown Ombre Silk Slip Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Austin, TX
1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Sheer Nude & Brown Ombre Silk Slip Dress Condition: Excellent 100% silk Made
OSCAR DE LA RENTA P21 nude sheer 100% silk mini slip dress US2 S
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OSCAR DE LA RENTA P21 nude sheer 100% silk mini slip dress US2 S Reference: CNLE/A00359 Brand
MARNI black floral sequins embellishment nude ruffle slip dress IT38 XS
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI black floral sequins embellishment nude ruffle slip dress IT38 XS Reference: NKLL/A00033
Antique White / Nude Lace Slip Dress with Pearls and Chiffon Mermaid Hem
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Antique white and nude lace slip dress embellished with faux pearls, fringe beading, white flower
Vintage nude ivory beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
slightly catch the light as you move. This would make a wonderful wedding dress, just as much as it would
Vintage nude ivory beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
slightly catch the light as you move. This would make a wonderful wedding dress, just as much as it would
DOLCE GABBANA UNDERWEAR golden nude logo trim bustier bodycon slip dress IT2 XS
By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA, Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA UNDERWEAR golden nude logo trim bustier bodycon slip dress IT2 XS Reference: TGAS
DOLCE GABBANA lilac purple silk sheer nude lace trim cami slip dress IT40 S
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA lilac purple silk sheer nude lace trim cami slip dress IT40 S Reference: TGAS/D00514
Sold
Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10
Prada ivory silk devoré floral maxi dress with train and slip dress, ss 1997
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Prada ivory silk devoré floral maxi dress with train and detachable nude silk slip dress Spring
Prada nude silk mesh floral embroidered maxi dress, ss 1997
By Prada
Located in London, GB
▪ Prada nude silk mesh maxi dress ▪ Multicoloured floral embroidery ▪ Detachable nude silk slip
Alaia Arabesque White Dentelle Lace and Nude Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Switzerland, CH
GORGEOUS ALAIA ARABESQUE DENTELLE LACE DRESS WITH NUDE SLIP 2PCS An AZZEDINE ALAIA classic
Prada Runway Flame Dress in Cream Silk Chiffon, 2012
By Prada
Located in San Francisco, CA
. Smocked waist, buttons at back nape and cuffs. Includes nude slip with side zip, dress has snap fasteners
CHRISTIAN DIOR c.1970’s Nude Semi Sheer Signature Print Mesh Lace Slip Dress
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Thiensville, WI
CHRISTIAN DIOR c.1970’s Nude Semi Sheer Signature Print Mesh Lace Panel Slip Dress Circa: 1970’s
Sold
Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10
Prada ivory silk devoré floral maxi dress with train and slip dress, ss 1997
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, London
Prada ivory silk devoré floral maxi dress with train and nude silk slip dress Spring-Summer 1997
Simone Rocha Chartreuse Embroidered Tulle Sleeveless Dress - Size US 8
By Simone Rocha
Located in London, GB
embroidered pattern - Sheer with nude slip dress - Sleeveless - Invisible back zip fastening - Side slip
Gucci Green Lace Zip-Front Midi Dress 38
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
, Elasticated Waistband - Ruffled Hems - Deep V-neck - Comes With Sheer Nude Slip Dress Material: - 75
NWT 2009 09C Chanel Sheer Nude Slip Mini Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 2009 09C Chanel CONDITION: Unworn with tags! FABRIC: Silk & Spandex COUNTRY: Italy SIZE: 38 MEASUREMENTS; provided as a courtesy only- not a guarantee of fit: Chest...
1990's Fendi Nude Pearl Zucca Monogram Slip Dress
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 1990's Fendi Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Excellent FABRIC: Polyester & Spandex COUNTRY MADE: Italy SIZE: No size MEASUREMENTS; provi...
2000's Prada Sheer Nude Silk Long Slip Dress
By Prada
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 2000's Prada Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Good- No holes or stains! COUNTRY MADE: Italy FABRIC: Silk & Spandex SIZE: 38 MEASUREMENTS;...
2000's Prada Sheer Nude Silk Long Slip Dress
By Prada
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 2000's Prada Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Good- No holes or stains! COUNTRY MADE: Italy FABRIC: Silk & Spandex SIZE: 38 MEASUREMENTS;...
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
1950s Vintage Brown + Beige Wool Blazer Jacket Size XS
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage early-1950s blazer jacket in a beige and brown woven wool. Fully lined with front button closure. Light shoulder pads are sewn in underneath the lining. This has a ju...
New Yves Saint Laurent Spring 2008 Size 40 / US 8 Black Silk Strapless Dress
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic brand new with tags YVES SAINT LAURENT Spring 2008 black silk strapless dress! Features intricate interior corset boning that holds everything in place. Hidden zipper up the sid...
$1,454Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $1815 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 37 * Yel...
Chanel Vanity Bag, 1996
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Vanity bag in black matte leather, handle with thick chain intertwined with leather. Interior in burgundy leather, pockets and mirror integrated. Card of aut...
Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Kimono Coat
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Unique hand made one- off a kind vintage colorful robe manteau. We offer more excluisive items, view our frontstore Embroidered with sequins and vintage Indian pieces gold brocade...
Hermes Kelly Depeches 38 Briefcase Electric Blue Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes coveted Kelly Depeches 38 briefcase. Very rare in Electric Blue. Epsom leather with Palladium hardware. Two large accordion compartments. Front wall ha...
Tom Ford for Gucci Gold & Tortoise Shell Oval Sunglasses
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get the perfect cool girl look. These are ultra-rare Tom Ford for Gucci sunglasses from Ford's first collection with Gucci in 1995! It doesn't get anymore special than that. They fea...
Issac Mizrahi New Crochet Cardigan with Appliques and Bead Trim 1990s
By Isaac Mizrahi
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very pretty black crochet cardigan from Issac Mizrahi. It has long sleeves, applique matching crochet flowers around the neck, front, hem and on the sleeves. There are black glass ...
$2,315
Size: Equivalent French Size 36-38
A French Carven Couture Chiffon Evening Dress numbered 11150 Circa 1960/1970
By Carven
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1960/1970 France Haute Couture evening dress from Carven House Designer in blue silk muslin from the 60s/70s. Bustier with thin straps and large low-cut neckline embroidered wi...
CHRISTIAN DIOR taupe FOX FUR Winter Coat Sz. F38 / M
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
Christian Dior coat in off-white, brown, and taupe fox fur with wide collar. Two side pockets. Opens with two hooks on the front. Lined in black silk. Has been worn and is in excelle...
Sold|$31,999
H 4.75 in W 2.25 in L 7.5 in
Hermès Mini Kelly Sellier Orange Epsom Brand New In Original Box
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This is an authentic HERMES epsom Mini Kelly Sellier 20 in orange. This rare and iconic mini Kelly bag is finely crafted of bright orange leather with classic Kelly features includin...
Moschino Couture Embroidered Words Top and Skirt
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
An extraordinary skirt and top set from Moschino Couture in grey with a touch of green jersey. They are simple pieces with intricate detailed at the front and back hemlines comprised...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Grey Embellished Mini Evening Bag
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Grey tones Silver hardware Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: usable inside space: length 5....
Vintage 1950s Black Evening Gown with Iridescent Green & Blue Leaf Pattern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage gown is composed of a black silk with a leaf motif in metallic hues of blue and green. The dress features a fitted bodice with flared skirt. There are center back button...
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
By Amen Wardy, Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip closure. The marked size is 34, and the d...
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