Vivienne Westwood black and gold mesh 'Open 24hrs' corset, fw 1993
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood black mesh corset with 'Open 24hrs' gold leaf print. Internal boning designed to
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Open Lingerie
Sheer Ivory Embroidered Bridal Open Girdle w Garter Straps – 38-44C, 1950s
$225
Size: marked 38; fits 38C - 44C
Sheer Ivory Embroidered Bridal Open Girdle w Garter Straps – 38-44C, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A wisp of an undergarment that packs a powerful punch, this open girdle bridges the gap between
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Erès-Inspired Peach Silk Charmeuse Open Back Step-In Teddy Bodysuit– M, 1930s
$295
Size: none; comparable to size medium
Erès-Inspired Peach Silk Charmeuse Open Back Step-In Teddy Bodysuit– M, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
present size: no size label present; comparable to modern size medium *please note lingerie of this
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1930s American Bodysuits
Agent Provocateur Lace Set Bikini HalterTop & ShortShorts, 1990s
By Agent Provocateur
Located in Chicago, IL
Vivienne Westwood's son Joe Corre opened the first lingerie boutique for his sexy London-based
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Sabbia Rosa Black Silk Chiffon Nightgown with Open Sides
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and fine Sabbia Rosa black silk chiffon negligee with open sides that close by ribbon.
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Azzedine Alaia Vintage Open Back Bodysuit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jade Alaïa sleeveless bodysuit with scoop neck, knit detailing throughout, cutout at back and snap closures at bottom. Size not listed, estimated from measurements. All Eyes on Alaï...
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1990s Bodysuits
Dolce & Gabbana black rib-knit open back corset top, fw 1999
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
▪ Dolce & Gabbana black rib-knit corset top ▪ 100% Wool ▪ Built-in satin bra ▪ Open back ▪ Two
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1990s Italian Corsets
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Located in Tucson, AZ
Worn by a well-to-do young Parisian at her debutante ball, which included a pre-party on a Seine-docked yacht. The convertible halter neck adds real-world practicality, but the jaw-...
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Chanel Shopping Tote Duffle Cc Sport Line Beige Nylon
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Located in Miami, FL
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Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
Alaïa Ribbed Knit Mini Dress, Fall-Winter 1990-1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses
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By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
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2000's Mint Manolo Blahnik Gold Leather High Heels
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Unused gold leather Manolo Blahnik court pumps in size 6.5 US. Slight curve to the heel, in mint condition.
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UNWORN Dolce & Gabbana Bodycon Corset Lace Dress Special Edition Collection 38
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By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Switzerland, CH
Amazing Dolce & Gabbana Bodycon Corset Dress. For a sensational silhouette Black stretch fabric, satin and lace details Straps are adjustable Hook-fastening details in front A ti...
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By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
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Elegant French Art Deco Sequin Gown
Located in New York, NY
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Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Open Lingerie For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary open lingerie you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. gray is a pretty popular color, but we also have beige, black, red and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect open lingerie among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Azzedine Alaïa, Chanel and Balmain are often thought to be among the most stylish. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.
How Much is a Open Lingerie?
The price for an open lingerie starts at $285 and tops out at $7,893, and on average, selling for $769.
Finding the Right Lingerie for You
As the most intimate layer of clothing, lingerie has evolved over time from an object of modesty to one of sensuality. Some vintage and designer lingerie includes garments and accessories that are hard, such as corsets and structured bras, while other items are soft to the touch, including nightgowns and slips.
In the 18th century, European women commonly wore whalebone corsets to create the look of an hourglass figure. Corsets were a standard part of women’s fashion into the 19th century. In 1914, Caresse Crosby filed a patent for the first modern bra, made by sewing two handkerchiefs together with ribbon ties. By the 1920s, the corset fell out of fashion in North America and Europe, and loose silhouettes and silky slips became mainstream.
As fashion returned to feminine forms in the 1930s, so did lingerie, with girdles and minimal bras. During World War II, bras were adapted to the rationing of materials like nylon and metal. In the postwar era, women had more lingerie choices than ever before, with inventions including the strapless bra.
In the 1950s, lingerie became more glamorous, matching the trends led by legendary French couturier Christian Dior and his “New Look,” a collection that introduced a new feminine silhouette of extravagant elegance upon its postwar debut. Just as the evolution of women’s swimwear over time reflected changing aesthetic taste as well as social upheaval, shifts in the design of lingerie owed to changing perspectives toward sex and style trends. Mid-century pinup models like Bettie Page transformed the undergarments market forever with a new desire for sexy lingerie. It would lead to the founding of Victoria’s Secret by Roy and Gaye Raymond in 1977.
In the late 1980s, performers like Madonna and Selena wore bustiers as outerwear, a trend that continued through the 1990s and early 2000s. With the broadcasting of the Victoria's Secret fashion show beginning in 1995, everyday style also changed. Lingerie was no longer expected to be hidden away.
On 1stDibs, find a range of alluring vintage and designer lingerie, including black bodysuits, black bralettes, corsets and more by designers such as Vivienne Westwood, Azzedine Alaïa and Versace.
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