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Peplum Skirts

Gianni Versace printed silk organza peplum evening skirt, ss 1992
Gianni Versace printed silk organza peplum evening skirt, ss 1992

Gianni Versace printed silk organza peplum evening skirt, ss 1992

By Gianni Versace

Located in London, GB

Gianni Versace printed silk organza peplum evening skirt with lace up bows and pleated underskirt for added volume.

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1990s Italian Skirts

Tom Ford Wool Blend Pencil Skirt With Detachable Peplum Waistband
Tom Ford Wool Blend Pencil Skirt With Detachable Peplum Waistband

Tom Ford Wool Blend Pencil Skirt With Detachable Peplum Waistband

By Tom Ford

Located in London, GB

Tom Ford Wool Blend Pencil Skirt With Detachable Peplum Waistband Black knee-length skirt crafted from wool and viscose blend.

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21st Century and Contemporary Pencil Skirts

Christian Dior x John Galliano 2001 Black Denim Distressed Peplum Pencil Skirt
Christian Dior x John Galliano 2001 Black Denim Distressed Peplum Pencil Skirt

Christian Dior x John Galliano 2001 Black Denim Distressed Peplum Pencil Skirt

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

Made from black cotton denim with 2% elastane, it has the most fabulous triple layered ripped frill peplum waist. This is fully removable with D fob silver zip underneath and you can...

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Early 2000s Unknown Pencil Skirts

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2008 Black White Floral Peplum Illusion Circle Skirt
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2008 Black White Floral Peplum Illusion Circle Skirt

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2008 Black White Floral Peplum Illusion Circle Skirt

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2008 Black White Floral Peplum Illusion Circle Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 2008 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Skirt Colo...

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Early 2000s Italian Circle Skirts

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE black taffeta voluminous peplum side split skirt
ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE black taffeta voluminous peplum side split skirt

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE black taffeta voluminous peplum side split skirt

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE black taffeta voluminous peplum side split skirt Reference: TGAS/F00937 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: Couture Material...

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2010s Italian A-Line Skirts

vintage COMME DES GARCONS 2001 black red floral embroidered peplum crin skirt M
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 2001 black red floral embroidered peplum crin skirt M

vintage COMME DES GARCONS 2001 black red floral embroidered peplum crin skirt M

By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo

Located in Hong Kong, NT

vintage COMME DES GARCONS 2001 black red floral embroidered peplum crin skirt M Reference: CRTI/A00349 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 2001 - Runway Mater...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese A-Line Skirts

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Mary Katrantzou AW 2011 Printed Peplum Skirt
Mary Katrantzou AW 2011 Printed Peplum Skirt

Mary Katrantzou AW 2011 Printed Peplum Skirt

By Mary Katrantzou

Located in London, GB

Hyper-vivid printed peplum with zip fastening from the designers AW 11 collection which can be added on to any outfit (as seen with our Mary Katrantzou top of the same collection). T...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Overskirts

Yohji Yamamoto ivory cotton pleated mushroom skirt, ss 2000
Yohji Yamamoto ivory cotton pleated mushroom skirt, ss 2000

Yohji Yamamoto ivory cotton pleated mushroom skirt, ss 2000

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in London, London

Yohji Yamamoto; Ivory cotton pleated peplum skirt with 2 side pockets, built-in padding at hem and elastic waistband Spring-Summer 2000

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Early 2000s Japanese Skirts

MATICEVSKI 2021 Emblazon Ruffle white pleated check peplum skirt AUS6 S
MATICEVSKI 2021 Emblazon Ruffle white pleated check peplum skirt AUS6 S

MATICEVSKI 2021 Emblazon Ruffle white pleated check peplum skirt AUS6 S

By Maticevski

Located in Hong Kong, NT

MATICEVSKI 2021 Emblazon Ruffle white pleated check peplum skirt AUS6 S Reference: AAWC/A00355 Brand: Maticevski Collection: 2021 Material: Polyester Color: White Pattern: Solid Clos...

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian A-Line Skirts

MATICEVSKI 2021 Emblazon Ruffle white pleated check peplum skirt AUS6 S
MATICEVSKI 2021 Emblazon Ruffle white pleated check peplum skirt AUS6 S

MATICEVSKI 2021 Emblazon Ruffle white pleated check peplum skirt AUS6 S

By Maticevski

Located in Hong Kong, NT

MATICEVSKI 2021 Emblazon Ruffle white pleated check peplum skirt AUS6 S Reference: AAWC/A00355 Brand: Maticevski Collection: 2021 Material: Polyester Color: White Pattern: Solid Clos...

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian A-Line Skirts

Loris Azzaro Vintage Polka Dot Origami Pleated Peplum Skirt
Loris Azzaro Vintage Polka Dot Origami Pleated Peplum Skirt

Loris Azzaro Vintage Polka Dot Origami Pleated Peplum Skirt

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning skirt by Loris Azzaro. The unique skirt has a peplum train detail that is longer at the back.

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Late 20th Century French Skirts

Prada Spring Summer 2011 Runway Yellow Banana Flared Peplum Skirt
Prada Spring Summer 2011 Runway Yellow Banana Flared Peplum Skirt

Prada Spring Summer 2011 Runway Yellow Banana Flared Peplum Skirt

By Miuccia Prada, Prada

Located in Toronto, Ontario

From the Prada 2011 Spring runway show and on the pages of fashion magazines and waists of the fashion elite, this cotton twill skirt w flared peplum hemline is an iconic piece of fa...

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2010s Italian Pleated Skirts

(Museum) Early John Galliano Asymmetric Peplum Wool Skirt (Fall 1987)
(Museum) Early John Galliano Asymmetric Peplum Wool Skirt (Fall 1987)

(Museum) Early John Galliano Asymmetric Peplum Wool Skirt (Fall 1987)

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

This is a fine and rare navy blue wool peplum skirt by John Galliano London. The skirt is in a peplum style with a stiff structured panel, detachable shoulder strap which can also be...

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1980s English Skirts

1994 Chanel Black Suede Skirt w/Peplum Pocket Design & CC Logo Buttons
1994 Chanel Black Suede Skirt w/Peplum Pocket Design & CC Logo Buttons

1994 Chanel Black Suede Skirt w/Peplum Pocket Design & CC Logo Buttons

By Chanel

Located in Studio City, CA

1994 Chanel black suede skirt with oversized frontal pockets which form a peplum and CC logo buttons closing the back kick pleat.

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1990s French Skirts

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2013 Pale Yellow Double Layer Peplum Midi Pencil Skirt
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2013 Pale Yellow Double Layer Peplum Midi Pencil Skirt

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2013 Pale Yellow Double Layer Peplum Midi Pencil Skirt

By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2013 Pale Yellow Double Layer Peplum Midi Pencil Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2013 Designer: Sarah Burton Manufacturer Style N...

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2010s Italian Pencil Skirts

MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION black leather belted peplum white skirt dress US2 XS
MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION black leather belted peplum white skirt dress US2 XS

MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION black leather belted peplum white skirt dress US2 XS

By Michael Kors

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Detachable leather belt with silver tone buckle signed Michael Kors. Flared peplum volume at waist. White pencil skirt. Concealed zip back closure.

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2010s A-Line Skirts

MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION black leather belted peplum white skirt dress US2 XS
MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION black leather belted peplum white skirt dress US2 XS

MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION black leather belted peplum white skirt dress US2 XS

By Michael Kors

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Detachable leather belt with silver tone buckle signed Michael Kors. Flared peplum volume at waist. White pencil skirt. Concealed zip back closure.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian A-Line Skirts

MATICEVSKI 2015 Aventure zip peplum band heavy jersey maxi skirt AUS6 XS
MATICEVSKI 2015 Aventure zip peplum band heavy jersey maxi skirt AUS6 XS

MATICEVSKI 2015 Aventure zip peplum band heavy jersey maxi skirt AUS6 XS

Located in Hong Kong, NT

MATICEVSKI 2015 Aventure zip peplum band heavy jersey maxi skirt AUS6 XS Reference: LNKO/A01795 Brand: Maticevski Collection: Fall Winter 2015 Material: Polyester Color: White ...

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2010s Australian A-Line Skirts

vintage COMME DES GARCONS 2001 black red floral embroidered peplum crin skirt M
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 2001 black red floral embroidered peplum crin skirt M

vintage COMME DES GARCONS 2001 black red floral embroidered peplum crin skirt M

By Comme des Garçons

Located in Hong Kong, NT

vintage COMME DES GARCONS 2001 black red floral embroidered peplum crin skirt M Reference: CRTI/A00349 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 2001 Runway Ma...

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2010s A-Line Skirts

SEA NEW YORK cotton peplum pocket flap belt waist A-line worker skirt US0 XS
SEA NEW YORK cotton peplum pocket flap belt waist A-line worker skirt US0 XS

SEA NEW YORK cotton peplum pocket flap belt waist A-line worker skirt US0 XS

Located in Hong Kong, NT

SEA NEW YORK cream cotton peplum pocket flap belt waist A-line worker skirt US0 XS Reference: SNKO/A00412 Brand: SEA New York Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Cream Pattern: Solid Clos...

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21st Century and Contemporary American A-Line Skirts

Martine Sitbon Vintage 1990s 90s Black Avant Garde Peplum Skirt
Martine Sitbon Vintage 1990s 90s Black Avant Garde Peplum Skirt

Martine Sitbon Vintage 1990s 90s Black Avant Garde Peplum Skirt

By Martine Sitbon

Located in Sparks, NV

Unique avant garde skirt by Martine Sitbon with a jagged peplum and asymmetric fabric detail at the waist.

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Late 20th Century Pencil Skirts

runway GIVENCHY AW11 black peplum layered skirt sheer underlay 26" FR36 US4
runway GIVENCHY AW11 black peplum layered skirt sheer underlay 26" FR36 US4

runway GIVENCHY AW11 black peplum layered skirt sheer underlay 26" FR36 US4

By Givenchy

Located in Hong Kong, NT

runway GIVENCHY AW11 black peplum layered skirt sheer underlay 26" FR36 US4 GIVENCHY by RICCARDO TISCI FROM THE FALL WINTER 2011 RUNWAY SIZE FR40, BUT BEEN ALTERED TO BE SIZE 36-38 .

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21st Century and Contemporary A-Line Skirts

SEA NEW YORK cream cotton peplum pocket flap belt waist A-line skirt US0 XS
SEA NEW YORK cream cotton peplum pocket flap belt waist A-line skirt US0 XS

SEA NEW YORK cream cotton peplum pocket flap belt waist A-line skirt US0 XS

Located in Hong Kong, NT

SEA NEW YORK cream cotton peplum pocket flap belt waist A-line skirt US0 XS Reference: SNKO/A00412 Brand: SEA NEW YORK Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Cream Pattern: Solid Closure: Zi...

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21st Century and Contemporary American A-Line Skirts

Givenchy Asymmetric Leather Peplum Skirt
Givenchy Asymmetric Leather Peplum Skirt

Givenchy Asymmetric Leather Peplum Skirt

By Givenchy

Located in London, GB

Black lambskin leather peplum skirt from Givenchy featuring a high waist, a concealed fastening and a pleated hem. 100% Lambskin leather.

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21st Century and Contemporary Skirts

New Givenchy Fashion-Forward Peplum Skirt with Nylon Net Bottom
New Givenchy Fashion-Forward Peplum Skirt with Nylon Net Bottom

New Givenchy Fashion-Forward Peplum Skirt with Nylon Net Bottom

By Riccardo Tisci

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Modern design and fabrication combine to create this mixed-media, fashion-forward skirt featuring peplum detail and decorative back zipper.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Skirts

Prada Black & White Print Peplum Skirt with Matching Belt
Prada Black & White Print Peplum Skirt with Matching Belt

Prada Black & White Print Peplum Skirt with Matching Belt

By Prada

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Prada Skirt Black & White Print Peplum Ruffled Bottom Matching Belt Side Zip and Eye Hook Closure Lined Made in Italy *Please see matching handbag, also available in our sto...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian A-Line Skirts

Galliano for Dior Chartreuse Stretch Skirt with Peplum
Galliano for Dior Chartreuse Stretch Skirt with Peplum

Galliano for Dior Chartreuse Stretch Skirt with Peplum

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Toronto, ON

Galliano for Christian dior chartreuse and pink skirt. Stretchy tube skirt with no zippers or closures, and a fold down peplum.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Skirts

Givenchy Ruffled Stretch-Knit Jersey Skirt
Givenchy Ruffled Stretch-Knit Jersey Skirt

Givenchy Ruffled Stretch-Knit Jersey Skirt

By Givenchy

Located in London, GB

Stretch-knit jersey pencil skirt with a ruffle origami-style detail on the back of the skirt.

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21st Century and Contemporary Pencil Skirts

Tom Ford Green Leather Peplum Skirt	Size US 0-2
Tom Ford Green Leather Peplum Skirt	Size US 0-2

Tom Ford Green Leather Peplum Skirt Size US 0-2

By Tom Ford

Located in London, GB

Tom Ford Green Leather Peplum Skirt High waist fit with a high low peplum Green silk lining Soft buttery leather Lightweight Made in Italy Please note, these items are pre-owned a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Skirts

Vintage 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Silk Floral Skirt
Vintage 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Silk Floral Skirt

Vintage 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Silk Floral Skirt

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Peplum is gathered around waistband. Skirt is gathered all around hips.

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1970s French Skirts

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Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8
Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8

Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8

By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Worn Twice Uppers are Perfect 2005 Runway Show * Gucci * U.S. Size: 8 * Soft Brown Leather * Alligator Uppers * Gold Buckle * 4.25" Heel * Gold Leather Lining * With Gucci Boot Dust ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem
Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem

Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black wool jersey skirt from Karl Lagerfeld. It has a 2 1/2" wide waistband with overlapping pointed panels forming the skirt. It has a back zipper, front pockets and is...

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1990s French Skirts

Jean Paul Gaultier Fur Trim Crop Jacket
Jean Paul Gaultier Fur Trim Crop Jacket

Jean Paul Gaultier Fur Trim Crop Jacket

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful black fur trimmed jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is cropped with a soft, fur trimmed collar in shades of grey and full raglan sleeves with matching wide fur cuffs. ...

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1990s French Cropped Jackets

Bill Blass Cross Back Dress 1980s
Bill Blass Cross Back Dress 1980s

Bill Blass Cross Back Dress 1980s

By Bill Blass

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black jersey dress from Bill Blass. It is semi fitted with a full gathered skirt. The back is bare to just below the waist with the exception of straps which meet at a me...

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1980s American Day Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 Silk Nude Embellished Dress Fr. 42 US 10
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 Silk Nude Embellished Dress Fr. 42 US 10

Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 Silk Nude Embellished Dress Fr. 42 US 10

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Embellished Dress 2005 Collection French size 42 ( US 10 ) Silver tone beads over the beige silk, Signature Galliano little buttons closu...

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

NWT Versace White Leather Fur Collar Beaded Down Jacket w/ Swarovski Crystals 42
NWT Versace White Leather Fur Collar Beaded Down Jacket w/ Swarovski Crystals 42

NWT Versace White Leather Fur Collar Beaded Down Jacket w/ Swarovski Crystals 42

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Versace Women's White Leather Beaded Down Jacket with Fur Collar F/W 2016 Collection Designer size - 42 100% Lamb Skin ( Origin - Namibia), Goose Down, Persian Lamb Collar, Laser...

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2010s Italian Jackets

Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket
Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket

Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in Berlin, BE

Beautiful velvet Vivienne Westwood Jacket. Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature ...

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2010s Italian Cropped Jackets

John Galliano Ivory Metallic Jacquard Slip Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2003
John Galliano Ivory Metallic Jacquard Slip Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2003

John Galliano Ivory Metallic Jacquard Slip Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2003

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

Bias-cut slip dress in ivory and gold-tone viscose blend jacquard, designed by John Galliano for Spring-Summer 2003. The fabric features a woven floral damask motif with metallic thr...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Maxi Skirt
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Maxi Skirt

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Maxi Skirt

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous silk long skirt with yellow, green and white abstract shapes including glowers and leaves on a brown background from John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is semi fitted t...

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Early 2000s French Skirts

Roberto Cavalli Early 2000s Army Green Silk Chiffon Rhinestone Beaded Sheer Top
Roberto Cavalli Early 2000s Army Green Silk Chiffon Rhinestone Beaded Sheer Top

Roberto Cavalli Early 2000s Army Green Silk Chiffon Rhinestone Beaded Sheer Top

By Roberto Cavalli, Just Cavalli

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy early 2000s ROBERTO CAVALLI light army green silk chiffon beaded, sequined and rhinestone semi sheer blouse! Features flattering cold shoulders that reveal just the right amount...

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Early 2000s Italian Blouses and Tops

Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress

Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13'  S/S 1999
Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13'  S/S 1999

Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bill Blass Vintage Black Soutache Evening Dress
Bill Blass Vintage Black Soutache Evening Dress

Bill Blass Vintage Black Soutache Evening Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Sparks, NV

Bill Blass black evening dress with a soutache bodice and asymmetric front slit. Details: Fully Lined Side Zip Hook Closure/ Front Button Closure Marked Size: 6 Estimated S...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Thierry Mugler FW 1995 Gold Silk Runway Jacket seen on Kate Moss
Thierry Mugler FW 1995 Gold Silk Runway Jacket seen on Kate Moss

Thierry Mugler FW 1995 Gold Silk Runway Jacket seen on Kate Moss

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Extremely rare iconic Thierry Mugler Jacket from his legendary Fall/Winter 1995 Collection. The sculptural showstopper piece exudes theatrical grandeur and sculptural artistry. Seen...

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1990s French Jackets

GIVENCHY COUTURE A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Cheetah Print Faux Fur Paneled Coat
GIVENCHY COUTURE A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Cheetah Print Faux Fur Paneled Coat

GIVENCHY COUTURE A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Cheetah Print Faux Fur Paneled Coat

By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy

Located in Thiensville, WI

GIVENCHY COUTURE A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Cheetah Print Faux Fur Paneled Coat Brand / Manufacturer: Givenchy Couture Collection: A/W 1997 (Runway) Designer: Alexander McQueen Styl...

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1990s French Topcoats

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Peplum Skirts For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of peplum skirts available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for Black peplum skirts and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Beige, Brown and more. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. Peplum skirts such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Givenchy, Chanel and Gianfranco Ferré are consistently popular.

How Much are Peplum Skirts?

On average, peplum skirts on 1stDibs sell for $685, while they’re typically $92 on the low end and $5,444 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Skirts for You

For everyday casual wear, elevating your look at the office or making a dramatic entrance at a formal event, authentic designer and vintage skirts are reliably versatile garments.

Skirts have been around for thousands of years. A woman’s straw skirt found in an Armenian cave is believed to have been handwoven in 3,900 B.C., and long, full skirts were worn by men and women in Ancient Egypt and Ancient Mesopotamia. Over time, the hemlines might have changed significantly but the skirt’s integral role in fashion has remained in place.

By the early 1900s, skirt hemlines had crept up slightly to ankle-length height from the densely layered floor-length style that dominated the Victorian era — a radical shift. As women in the United States began to live more active lives during the 1920s, designers such as Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel sought to free them from the long skirts and other constrictions that persevered in fashion by ​​introducing her first little black dress. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed.

Advancements in swimwear during the 1920s and 1930s also reflected a climbing hemline. Visionary designers such as Elsa Schiaparelli eventually pushed the boundaries of modesty with her backless suit, but women still wore long garments in public. Also during the so-called Roaring ’20s, short flapper dresses that fell at the knees and boasted a free-flowing sack-like silhouette, as well as chic beaded evening gowns and floral day dresses, paired fabulously with the dazzling jewelry of the era. This proved to be just a fleeting deviation from prevailing social convention, however. Skirts grew longer again in the 1930s, even if bows and other embellishments were added. As women entered the workforce in large numbers, clean lines accentuated curves and flared slightly where the material resolved at the ankles.

After World War II, France earned recognition as the center of fashion design for women. It was the golden age of haute couture, and women, quick to dispense of the drab utilitarian wartime garb that hung in their closets, pined for luxurious, elegant skirts designed by Christian Dior, Chanel, Givenchy and others, which were splashed across the pages of Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar in richly colored photographs shot by the likes of Richard Avedon and David Bailey. The 1960s introduced narrow pencil skirts and provocative minis emblazoned with geometrically dazzling patterns or bright floral prints by designers such as Emilio Pucci, Pierre Cardin and Lilly Pulitzer. By the 1970s, women felt emboldened to wear different varieties of this all-purpose garment, exploring wraps, crushed velvet maxis and other styles crafted by Halston, ​​André Courrèges, Yves Saint Laurent and others.

On 1stDibs, find a wide range of designer and vintage skirts for any gender by Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Alexander McQueen and more. Whether it’s a skirt that can be altered to suit a specific style or an addition that’s ready to join your cherished collection, find exactly what you’re looking for today.

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