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Ceremonial cape with pagoda sleeves by Maggy Rouff - Paris, circa 1950
Ceremonial cape with pagoda sleeves by Maggy Rouff - Paris, circa 1950

Ceremonial cape with pagoda sleeves by Maggy Rouff - Paris, circa 1950

By Maggy Rouff

Located in Toulon, FR

faille. With a historicist look inspired by 18th-century dresses, this pleated cape with shoulder pleats

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1950s French Dolman Sleeve Coats

JIL SANDER ivory cashmere 2021 PLEAT DETAIL CAPE Jacket 36 S
JIL SANDER ivory cashmere 2021 PLEAT DETAIL CAPE Jacket 36 S

JIL SANDER ivory cashmere 2021 PLEAT DETAIL CAPE Jacket 36 S

By Jil Sander

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Jil Sander cape in ivory cashmere (100%). Features as pleat detail on the front and

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21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

1970s Halston Black Label Couture Jersey Dress
1970s Halston Black Label Couture Jersey Dress

1970s Halston Black Label Couture Jersey Dress

By Halston

Located in London, GB

phenomenal pleated cape that falls from the top of the shoulders. It has just the most stunning draping that

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Ralph & Russo Blue Silk Ball Cape Gown
Ralph & Russo Blue Silk Ball Cape Gown

Ralph & Russo Blue Silk Ball Cape Gown

$4,400Sale Price|20% Off

Size: FR 38

Ralph & Russo Blue Silk Ball Cape Gown

Located in Brossard, QC

Beautiful Ralph & Russo pleated ball gown Cape like back Blue/black silk Pleated skirt Layered

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21st Century and Contemporary British Cocktail Dresses

1980s Bernard Perris Couture Silk Crepe Cape
1980s Bernard Perris Couture Silk Crepe Cape

1980s Bernard Perris Couture Silk Crepe Cape

By Bernard Perris Paris

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

red pleated silk crepe cape features an extravagant Elizabethan high standing collar and a ruffled hem

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1980s French Coats and Outerwear

Balmain Olivier Rousteing Spring 2020 Mini yellow pleated dress
Balmain Olivier Rousteing Spring 2020 Mini yellow pleated dress

Balmain Olivier Rousteing Spring 2020 Mini yellow pleated dress

By Balmain

Located in CANNES, FR

Balmain X Olivier Rousteing Spring/Summer 2020 Collection Yellow pleated cut-out mini dress, cape

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2010s Greek Style Dresses

Elegant Art Deco Pleated Crepe Halter Dress and Capelet
Elegant Art Deco Pleated Crepe Halter Dress and Capelet

Elegant Art Deco Pleated Crepe Halter Dress and Capelet

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Art Deco Pleated Crepe Halter Dress and Cape from the 1930's in fluid patterned oyster

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1930s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Double-breasted wool coat with pleated sleeves Circa 1930's
Double-breasted wool coat with pleated sleeves Circa 1930's

Double-breasted wool coat with pleated sleeves Circa 1930's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Double-breasted wool coat with pleated sleeves.Cape effect. Silk lining. Fabric covered buttons

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1930s French Coats

Cacharel 1980s Viscose Vintage Dress
Cacharel 1980s Viscose Vintage Dress

Cacharel 1980s Viscose Vintage Dress

By Cacharel

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Cacharel 1980s Viscose Vintage Dress Long pleated dress with cape-shaped collar. Yellow color

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21st Century and Contemporary French Casual Dresses

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Amazing Vintage 1983 Romeo Gigli Pleated Silk Hooded Cape/Jacket
Amazing Vintage 1983 Romeo Gigli Pleated Silk Hooded Cape/Jacket

Amazing Vintage 1983 Romeo Gigli Pleated Silk Hooded Cape/Jacket

By Romeo Gigli

Located in Long Island City, NY

Gorgeous, very full cut hooded jacket/cape from Romeo Gigli. No closures, HUGE hood/collar, side

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1980s Italian Capes

Nina Ricci Collared Cape
Nina Ricci Collared Cape

Nina Ricci Collared Cape

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Size: 36

Nina Ricci Collared Cape

By Nina Ricci

Located in Xiamen, Fujian

Sheer crepon cape with pleated funnel neck detail.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Capes

Givenchy Haute Couture grey silk trained evening dress and cape, fw 2003
Givenchy Haute Couture grey silk trained evening dress and cape, fw 2003

Givenchy Haute Couture grey silk trained evening dress and cape, fw 2003

By Givenchy

Located in London, London

chiffon pleated mid-length cape with ribbon fastening on collar. Haute Couture, hand sewn in the Givenchy

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Nina Ricci Pleated Cape
Nina Ricci Pleated Cape

Nina Ricci Pleated Cape

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Size: One Size

Nina Ricci Pleated Cape

By Nina Ricci

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Raise the glamour level with the one-of-a-kind 1976 Nina Ricci Pleated Cape. Featuring a button

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1970s Coats and Outerwear

PRADA 2019 white cotton pleated cape puff sleeve shirt dress IT38 XS
PRADA 2019 white cotton pleated cape puff sleeve shirt dress IT38 XS

PRADA 2019 white cotton pleated cape puff sleeve shirt dress IT38 XS

By Prada, Miuccia Prada

Located in Hong Kong, NT

PRADA 2019 white cotton pleated cape puff sleeve shirt dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00271 Brand

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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Casual Dresses

COMME des GARCONS TAO Size M Black Pleated Polyester Cape
COMME des GARCONS TAO Size M Black Pleated Polyester Cape

COMME des GARCONS TAO Size M Black Pleated Polyester Cape

By Comme des Garçons

Located in San Francisco, CA

COMME des GARCONS TAO cape comes in a black pleated polyester featuring a spread collar, open back

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Capes

THEA PORTER PLEATED VELVET EVENING CAPE
THEA PORTER PLEATED VELVET EVENING CAPE

THEA PORTER PLEATED VELVET EVENING CAPE

By Thea Porter

Located in Alford, MA

Thea Porter, one of the most revered British designer of the 1970s, created this extraordinary cape

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1970s English Capes

Long black pleated silk cape with hood CHRISTIAN DIOR
Long black pleated silk cape with hood CHRISTIAN DIOR

Long black pleated silk cape with hood CHRISTIAN DIOR

By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Long black pleated silk cape with hood . One hook&eye closure on the top middle front. Total front

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2010s European Capes

Christian Dior Vintage Cape and Dress
Christian Dior Vintage Cape and Dress

Christian Dior Vintage Cape and Dress

By Christian Dior

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Christian Dior cape and dress: Cape is a pleated silk with crystal button closure and stripe bands

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1980s French Capes

ROMEO GIGLI pleated jacket
ROMEO GIGLI pleated jacket

ROMEO GIGLI pleated jacket

By Romeo Gigli

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Incredible 1990s Romeo Gigli plisse' cape like jacket. Due to the unique construction of the

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Late 20th Century Italian Capes

Yves Saint Laurent Cobalt Blue Cape
Yves Saint Laurent Cobalt Blue Cape

Yves Saint Laurent Cobalt Blue Cape

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent blue wool collared cape with pleating surrounding the collar and satin

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1990s French Capes

Romeo Gigli Avant Garde Silk Blouse
Romeo Gigli Avant Garde Silk Blouse

Romeo Gigli Avant Garde Silk Blouse

By Romeo Gigli

Located in Gresham, OR

Romeo Gigli sheer gold button down blouse with dramatic pleated cape and extra long sleeves.

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Late 20th Century Italian Blouses and Tops

1940s Trousseau cape Ivory pleated silk crepe & Rosaline lace
1940s Trousseau cape Ivory pleated silk crepe & Rosaline lace

1940s Trousseau cape Ivory pleated silk crepe & Rosaline lace

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

...Although this was originally intended as an item of lingerie It would make a lovely cape to wear over a

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1940s French Lingerie

Azzaro Short Strapless Dress with Cape
Azzaro Short Strapless Dress with Cape

Azzaro Short Strapless Dress with Cape

By Loris Azzaro

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Azzaro - (Made in France) Short strapless dress in green pleated jersey with its cape. Label 90/75B

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1970s French Mini Dress

Jacqueline de Ribes Black "Batwing" Gown w/ Dramatic Cape
Jacqueline de Ribes Black "Batwing" Gown w/ Dramatic Cape

Jacqueline de Ribes Black "Batwing" Gown w/ Dramatic Cape

Located in Gresham, OR

cross-draped bodice that loops around in back to join shoulder and skirt in a gorgeous cape that will

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1980s French Evening Gowns

A French printed cotton hooded Long Cloak - Provence Early 19th Century
A French printed cotton hooded Long Cloak - Provence Early 19th Century

A French printed cotton hooded Long Cloak - Provence Early 19th Century

Located in Toulon, FR

. Beautiful Polonaise pleating around the cape and small hood. Note the twisted iron hook fastening, also

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Early 19th Century French Coats

AZZARO Evening Dress in Black Silk Size 40
AZZARO Evening Dress in Black Silk Size 40

AZZARO Evening Dress in Black Silk Size 40

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Paris, FR

Sublime AZZARO evening dress in black silk, backless under a pleated black chiffon cape that leaves

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Krizia brown wool knife pleated cape
1980s Krizia brown wool knife pleated cape

1980s Krizia brown wool knife pleated cape

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1980s Krizia brown wool knife pleated cape...Seamed shaped shoulder, arm openings...Cape is unlined

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Late 20th Century Italian Capes

Issey Miyake x Alessandra Cianchetta Insect Pleated Cape
Issey Miyake x Alessandra Cianchetta Insect Pleated Cape

Issey Miyake x Alessandra Cianchetta Insect Pleated Cape

By Issey Miyake, Issey Miyake Guest Artist

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Issey Miyake x Alessandra Cianchetta Insect Pleated Cape is a breathtaking and rare addition to

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Capes

Maison Martin Margiela Black Pleated Cape Top Blouse
Maison Martin Margiela Black Pleated Cape Top Blouse

Maison Martin Margiela Black Pleated Cape Top Blouse

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in San Francisco, CA

Maison Martin Margiela black pleated cape top. Pulls over the head and has two small holes at

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2010s Italian Blouses and Tops

1990s Issey Miyake Gold Metallic Pleated Evening Gown
1990s Issey Miyake Gold Metallic Pleated Evening Gown

1990s Issey Miyake Gold Metallic Pleated Evening Gown

By Issey Miyake

Located in Austin, TX

1990s ISSEY MIYAKE GOLD METALLIC PLEATED CAPE EVENING GOWN Condition: Excellent One size similar

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1990s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Issey Miyake Fette Black Organza Cape Top
Issey Miyake Fette Black Organza Cape Top

Issey Miyake Fette Black Organza Cape Top

By Issey Miyake

Located in Boca Raton, FL

the gallery. With complex volumetric pleating, this cape showcases Miyake’s process. Done in a black

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Capes

Oscar de la Renta Couture beaded fur evening cape
Oscar de la Renta Couture beaded fur evening cape

Oscar de la Renta Couture beaded fur evening cape

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Evening drama from Oscar de la Renta, Couture...Victorian inspired evening cape of black sheared

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Late 20th Century American Capes

Vintage 1969 Bob Mackie /Bob Aghayan Pleated Gown With Cape
Vintage 1969 Bob Mackie /Bob Aghayan Pleated Gown With Cape

Vintage 1969 Bob Mackie /Bob Aghayan Pleated Gown With Cape

By Bob Mackie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

stunning detachable cape and pleated chiffon fabric adorned with intricate sequins. There is a back-center

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1960s Evening Gowns

Lace Detail Black Jumpsuit and Sheer Pleated Cape, 1970s
Lace Detail Black Jumpsuit and Sheer Pleated Cape, 1970s

Lace Detail Black Jumpsuit and Sheer Pleated Cape, 1970s

Located in San Francisco, CA

1970s Lace Detail Black Jumpsuit & Sheer Pleated Cape. Flared pant jumpsuit with lace trim and bows

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1970s Jumpsuits

Issey Miyake Grey/Black Pleated Cap Style Jacket
Issey Miyake Grey/Black Pleated Cap Style Jacket

Issey Miyake Grey/Black Pleated Cap Style Jacket

By Issey Miyake

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Issey Miyake grey pleated cape style jacket with black detail & button closure.

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21st Century and Contemporary Capes

1990's Issey Miyake Pleated Black Cape Dress
1990's Issey Miyake Pleated Black Cape Dress

1990's Issey Miyake Pleated Black Cape Dress

By Issey Miyake

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Issey Miyake ‘Pleats Please’ pleated cape dress that also can function as a shawl. This piece has a

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1990s Evening Gowns

1920's Apricot Velvet Cape w. Pleated Chiffon Trim & Flowers
1920's Apricot Velvet Cape w. Pleated Chiffon Trim & Flowers

1920's Apricot Velvet Cape w. Pleated Chiffon Trim & Flowers

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an exquisitely luxurious 1920's apricot velvet cape with pleated chiffon trim and a large

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Capes

Bernard Perris Cream Silk Cape
Bernard Perris Cream Silk Cape

Bernard Perris Cream Silk Cape

By Bernard Perris

Located in Topanga, CA

Bernard Perris cream silk cape with box pleat and gold tone chain detail. Labeled Bernard Perris

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1970s Capes

1998 Christian Lacroix Black Beaded Short Victorian Style Cape
1998 Christian Lacroix Black Beaded Short Victorian Style Cape

1998 Christian Lacroix Black Beaded Short Victorian Style Cape

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Paris, FR

black fabric and a horizontal strip of pleated black fabric. The cape features a high pleated collar

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1990s French Capes

Vintage Chanel Haute Couture Purple Wool Boucle Cape w Scarf
Vintage Chanel Haute Couture Purple Wool Boucle Cape w Scarf

Vintage Chanel Haute Couture Purple Wool Boucle Cape w Scarf

By Chanel

Located in Portland, OR

of shades of purple. This cape has pleating along the front and back, giving it a lot of volume in

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1980s French Capes

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By Victor Costa

Located in Alford, MA

One of Victor Costa's best designs, this strapless cocktail/evening dress is fashioned of white satin and black velvet alternating horizontal stripes with fitted bodice leading to an...

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Late 20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Vicky Tiel Couture Silk Ruched Corset Top

Vicky Tiel Couture Silk Ruched Corset Top

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful off white silk corset top from Vicky Tiel. It is worn off the shoulders with elbow length sleeves, a sweetheart cut neckline and ruching throughout in angles. The front...

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1990s French Blouses and Tops

1960s Vintage Black Satin Floral Brocade Cocktail Dress with Box Pleats
1960s Vintage Black Satin Floral Brocade Cocktail Dress with Box Pleats

1960s Vintage Black Satin Floral Brocade Cocktail Dress with Box Pleats

Located in Sparks, NV

Simple and chic 1960s vintage cocktail dress with short sleeves and box pleats. Partially lined with rear metal zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust measures...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

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1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress

1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress

By Guy Laroche

Located in San Diego, CA

1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

NWT Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2003 Lavender Silk Maxi Skirt Fr 36 US 4
NWT Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2003 Lavender Silk Maxi Skirt Fr 36 US 4

NWT Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2003 Lavender Silk Maxi Skirt Fr 36 US 4

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

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 ...

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Early 2000s French Ruffled Skirts

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Vintage 1990s black and white wool suit  Moschino Cheap & Chic

Vintage 1990s black and white wool suit Moschino Cheap & Chic

By Moschino

Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR

Vintage 1990s black and white suit (jacket and skirt) by Moschino Cheap & Chic. The black and red version of this suit can be seen on the ICONIC Fran fine on the hit sitcom the Nanny...

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1990s Italian Skirt Suits

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Art Deco Pave Crystal Clutch

Art Deco Pave Crystal Clutch

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Pave Crystal Clutch with elaborate pave crystal frame. Crystals are set into mesh to form the body of clutch, lined in satin. 1930's France.

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1930s French Clutches

Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...

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BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Mini Embellished Evening Bag Minaudiere
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Mini Embellished Evening Bag Minaudiere

BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Mini Embellished Evening Bag Minaudiere

By Badgley Mischka

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished minaudière with sequins, crystals, and beading Photographs more iridescent purple than it actually looks in real life Gold and silver colo...

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Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown
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Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown

Located in San Diego, CA

Sensational 50s demi couture crimson red crushed velvet full length mermaid evening dress! Features luxurious crushed silk velvet, with a form fitting bodice and skirt. Dramatic flar...

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NWT $ 12350 Oscar de la Renta 2008 Collection Champagne Fully Beaded Dress US 8

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Montgomery, TX

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S/S 1992 Gianni Versace Light Green Ribbed Knit Bodycon Mini Dress Cap Sleeve

S/S 1992 Gianni Versace Light Green Ribbed Knit Bodycon Mini Dress Cap Sleeve

By Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

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Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002

Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

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Bill Blass Vintage Sheer Black Lace Dress

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By Bill Blass

Located in Sparks, NV

Darling vintage sheer black lace dress by Bill Blass. Sweetheart neckline with sheer sleeves and upper back. Rear zip and hook closure. The marked size is a US 6 and the dress fits t...

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Iconic Thierry Mugler Black Velvet Bustier Top Dramatic Winged Corset

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By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

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Red bustier Ball gown Circa 1950's

Red bustier Ball gown Circa 1950's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

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Pleated Cape For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary pleated cape you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Red and more options on these pages. Making the right choice when shopping for a pleated cape may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Issey Miyake, Valentino and Thea Porter are consistently popular. Finding a pleated cape for sale for women should be easy, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Pleated Cape?

Prices for a pleated cape can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $235 and can go as high as $8,154, while, on average they fetch $900.

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Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

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