1970s Contessa Monique Sheer Eyelash Textured Gold Lame Organza Blouse
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Contessa Monique Sheer Eyelash Textured Gold Lame Organza Blouse In Harlequin Diamond Pattern
1970s Contessa Monique Sheer Eyelash Textured Gold Lame Organza Blouse
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Contessa Monique Sheer Eyelash Textured Gold Lame Organza Blouse In Harlequin Diamond Pattern
Barbara Tfank Swiss Vintage Women's Organza Blouse with Puffy Sleeves
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Truly unique fancy check pattern Swiss organza blouse with lovely thread work, creating a beautiful
Lanvin Grey Set of Pants and an Organza Blouse
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lanvin - (Made in France) Grey set composed of a pair of pants and an organza blouse. The blouse
Dolce & Gabbana c1992 silk organza blouse top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Dolce & Gabbana c1992 silk blouse top Vintage Dolce & Gabbana from circa 1992. This garment
$1,709
Size: Equivalent size 38 France
A Pierre Cardin Organza Blouse With Dramatic Batwing Sleeves Circa 1970/1980
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970/1980 France Stunning Blouse in black Organza by Pierre Cardin (attributed to) dating
$1,521
Size: Equivalent size 38 France
A Pierre Cardin Organza Blouse With Dramatic Batwing Sleeves Circa 1970/1980
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970/1980 France Stunning Blouse in black Organza by Pierre Cardin (attributed to) dating
Valentino Organza Bow Top, SS 2008
By Valentino
Located in Marlborough, GB
Valentino black knit top with silk organza bow, Spring Summer 2008 Stretch fabric in a cotton
$560Sale Price|20% Off
BRUNELLO CUCINELLI white silk ORGANZA & MOLINI HENLEY Blouse Shirt S
By Brunello Cucinelli
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Brunello Cucinelli semi sheer blouse in white silk (100%). Features crystal and
1950s Christian Dior White Cotton Blouse
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A very pretty 1950s white cotton organza Christian Dior blouse. This is an early surviving example
$175Sale Price|22% Off
Versace Purple Silk Organza Short Sleeve Top with Stone Detailing – 38
By Versace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Versace silk organza top has short sleeves and pleats. This purple top features interesting
Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6
By Jacques Fath
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6. This stunning Jacques Fath top is in excellent condition, it
Black organza sleeveless top with sequin embellishment CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black organza sleeveless top with sequin embellishment with branded button closure on the middle
1960'S BALENCIAGA Style White Silk Organza Mod Cocktail Dress Beaded With Pink
Located in New York, NY
Beaded silk organza over silk duchess satin, no label. 1960'S BALENCIAGA Style White Silk Organza
1960's beaded top on white organza base and turquoise and white beads
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
1960's beaded top on white organza base and turquoise and white beads. White cotton lining. Zip
Christian Lacroix Rare Runway Couture Jacket Blouse Ball Skirt, Corset Grand!
By Chanel, Christian Lacroix Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
stitched multiple layered short bias cut ruffles sleeveless white organza blouse overlaid with wide
Christian Lacroix Black Silk Organza Embroidered Sequin Appliqued Blouse
By Christian Lacroix
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Lacroix black silk organza embroidered and sequin appliqued blouse. This amazing blouse
BRUNELLO CUCINELLI taupe silk SHEER ORGANZA TUNIC Blouse Shirt L
By Brunello Cucinelli
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Brunello Cucinelli tunic blouse in taupe sheer organza silk exudes effortless
Grazia Fava Milan Silk Ruffle Blouse with Organza Collar, 1970s-1980s
Located in Milano, IT
woven throughout the fabric. The blouse is designed with voluminous puffed sleeves, a soft white organza
1980s Jean-Louis Scherrer Black & White Silk Organza Dress w Beaded Bodice
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Gresham, OR
style. A white silk organza peasant-style blouse with a boat-neckline piped in black and full balloon
Stella McCartney Applique Silk Collen Sleeveless Blouse IT38 (US 2)
By Stella McCartney
Located in Brossard, QC
Crafted from silk crepe de chine with embroidered organza appliqués, Collen Sleeveless Blouse
CommeDesGarcons SilkApplique TransparentOrganza & Tulle AdultPunk Pullover, 1997
By Rei Kawakubo Comme Des Garcons, Comme des Garçons
Located in Chicago, IL
" collection, she designed this transparent ecru organza pullover blouse, whose bodice and lower long sleeves
Emmanuelle Khanh White Silk Blouse Shirt 1980s
By Emmanuelle Kahn
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous white silk organza blouse, shirt, top by Emmanuelle Khanh. It is double breasted with
Vintage Swedish Cream Silk Organza Blouse with Feathers
Located in Antwerp, BE
A Swedish crisp silk organza blouse with feathers lightly sandwiched between two layers of silk on
Unavailable
Issey Miyake Organza Blouse - 00s
By Issey Miyake
Located in Milano, IT
Issey Miyake Organza Blouse is a rare over-fit Miyake garment composed of an overlay of two organza
Vintage Isaac Mizrahi White Organza Blouse W French Cuffs
By Isaac Mizrahi
Located in Portland, OR
favorites. These white organza blouses were used as a staple throughout his early career, adding volume and
Ms MIN Embellished Lion Organza Blouse
Located in Xiamen, Fujian
Sheer top with elbow length sleeve and Lion motif; hand embroidered with navy sequins and black bugle beads.
1990's Sheer Organza Blouse with Diagonal Pleating
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage blouse dates to the 1990's and although no label is present, we believe that it is by Romeo
Oscar de la Renta Double Face Merlot Colour Organza Blouse
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Henrico, VA
This amazing Oscar de la Renta blouse is merlot and plum organza, and is double faced with two tone
Halston Ruffled Silk Organza Blouse and Long Skirt
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully elegant Halston ruffled silk blouse and long black skirt with black ribbon belt
Louis Feraud Vintage Green Silk Organza Peplum Blouse Top
By Louis Feraud
Located in Portland, OR
This pretty vintage Louis Feraud green silk organza blouse has a pretty ruffled peplum hem and mid
Unavailable
Chanel Gossamer Organza Ruffled Silk Blouse
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
A classic Chanel light as gossamer organza ruffled silk blouse with a bow and gilt and pearl
Just Cavalli White Silk Organza Ruffled Sheer Blouse L
By Just Cavalli
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Complement your elegance with a lovely blouse like this one. With its pretty design and prime
Balenciaga Navy Blue Dotted Pattern Organza Button Front Blouse M
By Balenciaga
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Complement your elegance with a lovely blouse like this one. With its pretty design and prime
Christian Dior hand printed silk evening blouse. circa 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
with the choice of the fabric. Here the featherweight silk organza that constructed this evening blouse
1970s Arnold Scaasi Sequin Paisley Hot Pant 3 Piece Evening Ensemble
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
organza blouse included - has discoloration issues but still highly wearable. Shorts- Waist: 26 inches
100% Silk Organza Designer Blouse with Puffed Sleeves
Located in Newport Beach, CA
This blouse was made by Mr.Bowling for a Client. The fabric is special in that it is irregularly
Azzedine Alaia powder blue organza skirt and blouse set, ca. 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, London
Azzedine Alaia; Powder blue organza summer ensemble; features a full pleated circle skirt and
Chanel White Organza Blouse
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - White organza blouse with short transparent sleeves and cc buttons. No size indicated, it
1990's Sheer Floral Embroidered Silk Organza Blouse
Located in New York, NY
1990's Sheer Floral Embroidered Silk Organza Blouse
Valentino Pink Silk Organza Blouse
By Valentino
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Valentino - (Made in Italy) Pink silk organza blouse, sleeve bottoms embroidered with pearls and
Valentino Hiver 2008 black & white organza blouse
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Valentino Hiver 2008 black & white organza blouse...Modern print in shades of gray to black
CHRISTIAN DIOR (numbered) Silk Organza blouse
By Gianfranco Ferré, Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
INCREDIBLE Sheer silk organza evening blouse from Christian Dior designed by Gianfranco Ferre. With
John Galliano for Christian Dior Organza Blouse
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
John Galliano for Christian Dior, blue gray, sheer organza, long sleeve blouse with silk charmeuse
Oscar De La Renta Ivory Silk Organza Blouse-Sz 6/8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful Oscar De La Renta Silk Organza Blouse with off the shoulder ruffle sleeve detail that
Self-Portrait Coral Blush Guipure Lace and Organza Blouse Size 6
By Self-Portrait
Located in Palm Desert, CA
making clothes that women feel feminine and fashionable in. This beautiful guipure lace blouse looks so
Jackie Fuchsia Organza Blouse with Flower Detail
By Jackie Rogers
Located in New York, NY
Jackie Rogers, fuchsia, organza, bias cut, halter blouse, having a high neckline with an organza
Comme Des Garcons
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Comme Des Garcons Sheer pink organza blouse with multiple fabric trim collar.
1980's Renzo Couture White Floral Applique Blouse
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Gorgeous floral applique organza blouse from the 1980's. Mandarin style collar with faux pearl loop
GUCCI VINTAGE Silk ORGANZA BLOUSE & MAXI SKIRT Set DRESS w/ Shells Sz 44 IT
By Gucci
Located in Rome, Rome
design - Sheer blouse with v-neck and drawstring - Long sleeve stylin with button cuffs - Maxi
Oscar De La Renta Romantic Sheer Ruffled Blouse Size 12
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Oscar De La Renta silk organza blouse with lace ruffles. Front snap closures. Romantic and dreamy
Pink Organza Ruffled Blouse
Located in New York, NY
Pink Organza Ruffled Blouse
1980s Fuchsia Organza Ruffled-Sleeve Blouse
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful and delicate 1980s fuchsia organza ruffled-sleeve blouse with front center ruffle
90s GIANFRANCO FERRE silk organza polka-dot blouse
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
90s GIANFRANCO FERRE silk organza polka-dot blouse Bust: 36" ** small holes
Valentino Cream Silk Organza Lace Panel Bow Blouse
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Valentino cropped blouse comes in off white silk organza with a tied bow collar, sheer body with
Givenchy Boutique Vintage Black Organza Colorful Paillettes Polka Dots Blouse
By Givenchy
Located in Boca Raton, FL
. The blouse is cut from black silk organza, a semi-sheer fabric that holds up against the body and
CHANEL black silk 2019 19K ORGANZA HOODED Blouse Shirt 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel hooded blouse in black silk organza (100%). Fall/winter 2019 collection
1970s Jenni Glitter Organza Cobalt Blue Button Down Blouse w/ Full Sleeves
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Jenni of San Francisco glitter organza button down blouse with Mandarin collar and 3/4 length
CARVEN Size 2 Black Floral Lace Embroidered Organza T-Shirt Tee Blouse
By Carven
Located in San Francisco, CA
CARVEN blouse comes in floral lave embroidered organza with a crewneck T shirt cut. Excellent Pre
HERMES Nude Beige Silk Organza Draped Wing Sleeve With Scarf Button Up Blouse
By Hermès
Located in San Francisco, CA
This beautiful HERMES Nude Beige Silk Button-Down Blouse features draped organza sleeves, matching
1950s Black Velvet and Gold Cocktail Skirt
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Christian Dior silk organza blouse available for purchase separately at our 1stdibs store. Skirt waist: 28
Yves Saint Laurent Organza Blouson
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent, rive gauche, black, sheer, organza, blouson, having a stand up pointed collar
Les Habitudes beaded iovry silk organza 40s style blouse
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Les Habitudes (LA)beaded & embroidered ivory silk organza 40s style blouse...From the 1980s a
1980s Bill Blass Beaded Sheer Organza Waistcoat
By Bill Blass
Located in Miami, FL
Incredible Bill Blass sheer organza waistcoat with organza collar and bust and a heavily beaded and
GUCCI 2015 pink silk organza sheer pussybow sleeveless blouse IT38 XS
By Gucci, Alessandro Michele
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI 2015 pink silk organza sheer pussybow sleeveless blouse IT38 XS Reference: MECG/A00197 Brand
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Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Prada green silk organza embellished vest with open back, fw 1999
By Prada
Located in London, GB
▪ Prada green silk organza vest ▪ 100% Silk ▪ Large crystal adornments ▪ Brass rivets ▪ Open
Yves Saint Laurent Red Polka Dot Peasant Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent red sheer organza polka dot peasant blouse.
Dior Sheer Organza Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior -Sheer organza top. No size label or composition, it fits a size 36FR. Additional information
Dior Sheer Organza Top
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior -Sheer organza top. No size label or composition, it fits a size 36FR. Additional information
Valentino White Cotton and Organza Top
By Valentino
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Valentino - (Made in Italy) White cotton and organza top. No size nor composition label, it fits a
1980S Black Polyester Organza Pleated, Strapless Top
Located in New York, NY
1980S Black Polyester Organza Pleated, Strapless Top
2000S CHLOÉ Black & White Silk Organza Ruffled Sleeveless Top
By Chloé
Located in New York, NY
2000S CHLOÉ Black & White Silk Organza Ruffled Sleeveless Top
1980S White Linen Button Front Top With Appliquéd Organza Sleeves
Located in New York, NY
1980S White Linen Button Front Top With Appliquéd Organza Sleeves
GIVENCHY Vintage organza black 100% silk Madonna sheer boxy top XXS
By Givenchy, Riccardo Tisci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIVENCHY Vintage organza black 100% silk Madonna sheer boxy top XXS Reference: MECG/A00066 Brand
DRIES VAN NOTEN black oversized sheer organza layered camisole top FR38 M
By Dries van Noten
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DRIES VAN NOTEN black oversized sheer organza layered camisole top FR38 M Reference: KEDG/A00230
SACAI 2023 organza cotton exaggerated bell sleeves oversized shirt dress JP2 M
By Sacai, Chitose Abe
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SACAI 2023 blue organza cotton exaggerated bell sleeves oversized shirt dress JP2 M Reference: NKLL
Sophie Hong Blue Floral Print Silk Chiffon Tunic Top - L
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Sophie Hong silk chiffon top has a blue floral print with a metallic, iridescent organza trim
Christian Dior Striped Organza Skirt / Blouse Ensemble
By Christian Dior
Located in Gresham, OR
This beautiful spring collection Christian Dior striped organza skirt/blouse ensemble is made
A French Purple Organza Couture Skirt and Blouse Set Circa 1970
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970 France Blouse, skirt and belt set in purple organza from the 1970s. Blouse with puffed
Azzedine Alaia powder blue organza circle skirt and blouse ensemble, ss 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Azzedine Alaia powder blue organza circle skirt and blouse ensemble Spring-Summer 1990
Jean Paul Gaultier Y2K Cream Pinstriped Button Up 'Office Siren' Blouse
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jean Paul Gaultier Femme early 2000's ruched pinstripe cream button down. Calling all office sirens! We know she's going to get snagged up in a flash. Circa 2002-2004. The elastic e...
Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003
By Michael Kors, Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very chic brown jersey dress by Michael Kors for Celine. It has rows of brown wooden bead adorned fine straps emanating from the front neckline which extend over the shoulders cros...
Victorian Circa 1880s 1890s Black Chantilly Lace Cape With Pleated Satin Collar
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Original Victorian Circa 1880s 1890s Black Lace Cape with Satin Collar This is an authentic Victorian-era cape, made from delicate black floral Chantily lace with a pleated satin col...
1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage cocktail dress with a full swinging delicate silk chiffon skirt and draped bustline. Gorgeous quality and construction with what seems like miles of silk fabric. ...
1990s Gemma Kahng Vintage Black + White Wool Tuxedo Blazer Jacket
By GEMMA KAHNG
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage 1990s black and off-white wool blazer jacket by Gemma Kahng with unique flower buttons. Fully lined with front button and hook closure. Front patch pockets. Structur...
SADIE NEMSER c.1920’s Art Deco Silk Beaded Cubist Flapper Couture Dress
By SADIE NEMSER
Located in Thiensville, WI
SADIE NEMSER c.1920’s Art Deco Silk Beaded Embroidered Cubist Flapper Couture Dress Circa: 1920’s Label(s): Nemser Original Model Style: Drop waist dress Color(s): Shades of navy ...
1940s Demi Couture Navy Blue + Pale Pink Short Sleeve 40s Vintage Gown / Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1940s demi couture navy blue and light pink short sleeve crepe gown! Features a gathered sweetheart neckline with pale pink lace above the bust. Pale pink ruffle al...
$290Sale Price|34% Off
Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Exotic oyster silk embroidered gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970 The elegant vintage silk gown is embellished with elaborate floral embroidery that circles the hemline The i...
$3,990
Size: F38 fits Small, or also XS/S S/M
DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO 2003 Vintage Hardcore Red Leather Bondage Blazer Jacket
By Christian Dior
Located in Leonardo, NJ
John Galliano for Christian Dior Vintage FW03 Hardcore Dior Bondage Collection Sleek and shiny candy apple red lambskin lined in silk Shiny silver hardware Structured shoulders Size ...
Judith Leiber Clear and Green Rhinestone Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Judith Leiber clutch Clear and green rhinestones in a stripe pattern Silver snap closure Silver chain strap that can be stored inside Soft silver leather lining Comes with silver...
HAUTE COUTURE 1950s Black Sequin Ball Gown Evening Theater Opera Party Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Amazing vintage ball gown custom made for 1950s opera singer Alberta Hopkins. Net overdress is heavily embellished with glossy and textured black sequins. Strapless bodice is boned a...
Jean Paul Gaultier F/W 2004 Plunged Wrap Backless Abstract Print Midi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Naples, FL
Jean Paul Gaultier F/W 2004 Plunged Wrap Backless Ruffled Abstract Print Midi Dress IT 40
NWT Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2003 Lavender Silk Maxi Skirt Fr 36 US 4
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Silk Maxi Skirt F/W 2003 Runway Collection French size 36 - US 4 Artfully constructed from ruffles which are connected by ties to the ...
Brocade and black satin evening coat Circa 1925
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brocade and black satin evening coat. Small black satin roses embellishment. Silk taffetas lining. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
1930s Sexy Gold Floral Brocade Lamé Bias-Cut Gown with Extreme Plunging Back
Located in Gresham, OR
1930s Siren gown in gold floral lamé brocade: Racer back with extremely low plunge! Full cowl neck front. The sexiest dress in the room!
Rare Bill Gibb Devore Silk Velvet Evening Ensemble
By Bill Gibb
Located in Geneva, CH
Incredible early 70s "dévoré" silk velvet and gold lame set composed of a short kimono-caftan and a long buttoned maxi skirt. The top is cut wide with sleeves opening down the waist....
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