ANDRE LAUG ITALY Black Silk Ruffle Evening Cape
By André Laug, ANDRE LANG
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Andre Laug cape is composed of a black silk and features a ruffle trim. There are center front snap closures and a button at the shoulder. In excellent vintage condition. **P...
1920s pristine Almond green silk velvet and mongolian lamb evening cape
Located in Newark, DE
Anonyme, circa 1920, Beautiful almond green silk velvet evening cape adorned with a mongolian lamb wide and fluffy collar, entirely lined in matching green silk. Lovely couture w...
1970s Full-Length Black Marabou Opera Cape with Full Lining
Located in Gresham, OR
An outrageous 1970s full-length black marabou feather opera cape with arm slits and full satin lining.
Pristine 1920's Metallic Silk Jacquard Opera Cape Coat
Located in Sparks, NV
This is one of the most unbelievable things we have ever laid eyes on. This heavy silk opera cape is almost 100 years old and it looks unworn.
Antique Edwardian Opera Cape Coat w Origami Silk Collar + Lining
Located in Sparks, NV
In amazing condition! This spectacular opera / evening cape was the height of fashion during Edwardian times.
Comme des Garcons deconstructed cape coat
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Future Classics. Commes Des Garcons navy deconstructed cape coat with selvage edges. Balloon sleeves, gathered throughout and ruffle details. Circa 2005.
1980s Galanos Broadtail Full Length Cape
By James Galanos
Located in Gresham, OR
High drama in a full length Galanos black broadtail fur opera cape with gathered fur neck ruffle, full flare and placket covered armholes.
1980s RICHILENE Black Ruffle Silk Taffeta Evening Cape Coat
By Richilene
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dramatic Vintage 80s Richilene Silk Taffeta Ruffle evening opera cape coat. Cape/ coat has no fastener. Styled with Judith Leiber belt available for purchase at sielian's vintage 1s...
Jacqueline de Ribes Black "Batwing" Gown w/ Dramatic Cape
Located in Gresham, OR
London pleated silk opera cape with large shawl collar. Light weight: fluid and gorgeous
Givenchy Dramatic Silk Stole
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by late-Victorian opera capes, this wrap is the pinnacle of statement pieces, with vintage caché and fun, vampy details.
1950s Vivid Coral and Cream Reversible Silk-Satin Floor-Length Opera Cape
Located in Gresham, OR
A stunning and rare 1950s vivid coral and cream silk duchesse satin reversible floor-length opera cape. No closures, molded shoulder with no pads and slit arm holes.
French SilkVelvet Dress and Opera Cape by Simone Pieltain
Located in Gresham, OR
A fabulous French 60s formal evening ensemble in flocked silk satin by Simone Pieltain with back pouf detail and opera cape. Approx US size 6
Amazing Victor Costa Black Taffeta Opera Cape Coat or Jacket with Bell Sleeves
By Victor Costa
Located in Sparks, NV
Incredible vintage 1960s style black taffeta evening coat or jacket by Victor Costa with bell sleeves and free shape. Fully lined with no closure (hangs open). Free size, sleeve leng...
1980s Victor Costa Sweeping Velvet Opera Coat with Attached Cape
By Victor Costa
Located in Port Hope, ON
Long and luxurious acetate/rayon velvet coat. The coat is sleeveless underneath the attached cape, and has large lapels. This coat is worn open over a long dress or gown.
1960s Christian Dior Black Velvet Cape
By Diorling, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This late 1960s Diorling by Christian Dior cape is made from an incredibly thick and luxurious black velvet. It fastens at the collar with a popper closure and really evokes the chic...
1950s Couture Emerald Silk Brocade Evening Cape with Jeweled Flowers
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s couture emerald silk brocade evening cape. Marquis cut colored rhinestone flowers. Silk lined. Structured and gathered pagoda shoulders. No closure. Perfect for the holiday fes...
Werle Vintage 1960s 60s Unique Black Sheer Silk Cape Coat or Opera Jacket
By Daniel Werle, Werle Beverly Hills
Located in Sparks, NV
Amazing and rare Werle of Beverly Hills layered sheer silk cape coat with a unique avant garde layered shape. The cape features two arm holes and a single front snap closure to hold ...
HAWKES OF SAVILE ROW 1960's men's burgundy velvet opera cape
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Vintage HAWKES OF SAVILE ROW 1960's men's burgundy velvet opera cape. Black braided tape detail at collar with rope, frog closure at center front neck
Raf Simons 1999 Luxe Wool Mens Opera Cape
By Raf Simons
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Luxurious Men's Opera Cape by Raf Simons 1999 This is a wonderful early piece , from the 1999-2000 fall collection, and could be worn by either men or women.
Arnold Scaasi Dramatic Turquoise Taffeta Opera Cape
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Dramatic sweeping Taffeta opera eveningcape, in a lucious shade of Turquoise, from Arnold Scaasi
Norell 1950's Dramatic Fucia Silk Opera Coat/Cape
By Norman Norell
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Dramatic Fucia Silk Opera Coat/Cape with bracelet length sleeves adorned with large bows.
Fendi Brown Oversize Cape Coat Vintage 1980s
By Fendi
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Fendi vintage 80s cape coat. Oversized brown and black coat, embroidery on both the button closure on the neck and on the sleeves. The cape is longer on the back. Hidden logo buttons...
Kamanta Black Wool Vintage Cape Coat 1980s
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Kamanta 80s vintage oversized coat. Enveloping cape model, black color, 100% wool fabric. Internal button closure. Made in italy. Size: 44 It 10 Us 12 Uk Shoulder: 46cm Bust/Chest:...
1980s NINA RICCI HAUTE COUTURE, bronze silk taffeta evening cape
By Nina Ricci
Located in Newark, DE
Nina RICCI, by gérard PIPART, haute couture, circa autumn- winter, 1985- 86, labelled, '' Nina Ricci - Paris- made in France- 98 '' with a small authenticity seal. A fabulous, bro...
Silk Velvet Floral Opera Coat
Located in Topanga, CA
Silk velvet floral cape coat with floral design, fully lined in black satin, 3/4 length sleeves.
YSL Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Vintage Opera Cape Hooded Black Velvet
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
This is a gorgeous YSL vintage black velvet, fully lined opera cape. This dramatic vintage cape has a pointed hood and fine details including silk tassels and soutache trim.
Thierry Mugler Sweetheart Neckline Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In this stunning dress, Thierry Mugler once again proves that fashion is not merely worn - it’s performed. A masterclass in theatrical femininity, this mid-century-inspired silhouett...
1990s Thierry Mugler Velvet Devoré Faux Cable-Knit Navy Blue Bodycon Gown S
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning navy blue knit Thierry Mugler long-sleeve gown, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Mid-1990s, this knit bodycon dress features a mock neck and stands out with...
Museum Chanel Vintage F/W 1996 Gold Brocade Mughal Jeweled Gripoix 96A Jacket
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This exceptional Chanel Fall/Winter 1996 gold jacket is a rare masterpiece inspired by Coco Chanel’s fascination with Orientalism in the 1930s. Featuring a structured Mandarin collar...
MALI Silk and Velvet Kimono Style Coat with Tassels Size Medium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Mali dcoat is composed of a painted metallic velvet silk. Features kimono sleeves with tassels and an open style. In great vintage condition. Made in Italy. **Please cross...
White wedding ( or evening) dress CHRISTIAN DIOR by Maria-Grazia Chiuri
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White wedding ( or evening) dress. No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Button and buttonhole closure on the cuffs and...
Iconic 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Beaded Fringe Bustier Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Dallas, TX
1990s Dolce & Gabbana Beaded Fringe Bustier Top An iconic collector’s piece from the early '90s, this Dolce & Gabbana bustier is a standout example of the brand’s bold, embe...
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
S/S 1992 Dolce & Gabbana White Silk Flowy Layered Long Sleeve Blouse 42IT
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Spring/Summer 1992 collection, this fabulous Dolce & Gabbana blouse is constructed using an abundance of white silk. This long-sleeve top features a wrap closure and str...
Alexander McQueen Gown The Cosmic Rain Dress Embroidery Corset
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Breathtaking Alexander Mcqueen Corset Gown. Cosmic rain, comet and astral crystal embroideries are hand-sewn to this stunnig evening gown. Powder blue Paris net bustier dress featuri...
Alexander McQueen purple silk taffeta evening jacket, fw 2007
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Introducing a captivating Alexander McQueen evening jacket from the autumn-winter 2007 collection. This jacket is a true representation of the brand's innovative design and luxurious...
S/S 1992 Dolce & Gabbana Lime Faux Pearl Beaded Green Tulle Bralette
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a lime green tulle bralette from Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring/Summer 1992 collection. Debuting on the season's runway as part of look 24, modeled by Linda Evangelista, this ai...
Cotton striped bustier dress JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER JEANS
By Gaultier Jeans
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cotton striped bustier dress with branded snap closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side with bow and eyelet. Smocks on the side of the bust. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
Thierry Mugler SS 1994 Black Sculptural Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
The Thierry Mugler’s Spring Summer 1994 jacket is a masterclass in power and precision. It sculpts the body with Mugler’s signature architectural flair - broad, structured shoulders ...
Pale green velvet Opera cape with fur ivory collar Circa 1925
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale green velvet cape with fur collar. Passementerie hook&eye closure on the middle front + one velvet button and buttonhole on the top middle front. One size THIS COAT CANNOT BE ...
Rare Early Gianni Versace Black and White Houndstooth Plaid Embroidered Vest Top
By Atelier Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and important vintage GIANNI VERSACE early black and white houndstooth plaid sleeveless dolman sleeve shirt waistcoat ! Perfect layered with a blouse, or alone. Avant Garde styl...
Givenchy by Alexander McQueen Haute Couture Metallic Lace Dress, FW 1998
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture
Located in London, GB
Strapless cocktail dress from Givenchy Haute Couture, Fall-Winter 1998, designed by Alexander McQueen. Constructed from a nude silk foundation overlaid with silver metallic Chantilly...
There is a stylish garment for anywhere in the universe, and on 1stDibs, finding the right vintage and designer coats and outerwear doesn’t have to feel like a journey to the ends of the earth.
Outerwear includes many types of garments aside from the standard coat. From capes, gilets, jackets and cloaks to raincoats and kimonos, fashion designers have long been preparing us for the elements, and outerwear in general has changed and evolved significantly over time.
A lot of the coat styles in our closets, such as the durable Navy-inspired peacoat, were popularized by soldiers who battled aggressive climes in their regulation field jackets and parkas — indeed, keeping troopers comfortable guided the design of the military surplus garments that have often become buzzy fashion trends. Even today, owing to the likes of Burberry, a luxury fashion house that is among the originators of the trench coat worn by British officers during World War I, the trench remains a timeless style, now available in a range of colors that can be worn throughout the year.
While women in late 1700s England donned an adaptation of a men’s jacket called a spencer — the likeness of which could be spotted in Ralph Lauren’s ready-to-wear collections hundreds of years later — designers hadn’t widely been crafting outerwear specifically for women. Generally, the outerwear of choice for the fashionable, well-heeled lady prior to the 1800s usually consisted of capes, shawls and stoles. By the mid-1800s, women were wearing overcoats with multiple layered collars popularized by men (often called a Garrick coat in England), and as women entered the workforce during the 1920s, hemlines climbed, jewelry was prominent and fashion conventions were broken across the board.
Thankfully, the 20th century’s tradition of challenging the norm continues steadfast in today’s outerwear fashions. Contemporary designers certainly find inspiration in 1960s and 1970s coats by Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Bonnie Cashin, but unisex options abound in modern creations that take both function and style into account. Find what inspires you in the full range of vintage and designer coats and outerwear available for sale on 1stDibs.
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