Rodo 1980s Navy Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the elegant Rodo 1980s Navy Clutch, a timeless accessory that effortlessly combines sophistication and versatility. Crafted from luxurious navy blue leather, this classic...
Rodo 1980s Navy Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the elegant Rodo 1980s Navy Clutch, a timeless accessory that effortlessly combines sophistication and versatility. Crafted from luxurious navy blue leather, this classic...
Rodo Black Satin Evening Bag
By Rodo
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Rodo - (Made in Italy) Evening bag in black satin and dark silver metal. Additional information: Dimensions: Width: 17 cm, Height: 9 cm, Depth: 5.5 cm, Handle: 120 cm Condition: Ve...
Rodo Dark Chocolate Silk Clutch Bag
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
Rodo dark chocolate bag featuring a long shape, a shoulder silver tone chain could go inside the clutch, a top logo silver-tone claps fastening, and inside plaque and an inside pocke...
1980s Black Leather and Suede Italian Clutch by Rodo
By Rodo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This elegant Rodo of Italy clutch is a superb piece of 1980s Italian craftsmanship, perfectly balancing luxurious textures with a distinctive, minimalist design. The body of the clut...
Rodo Grey Silk Evening Hand Bag
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
Rodo grey silk pleated evening hand bag featuring a pleated silk with black beads, a black metal top chain, a fancy jewel top closure, inside silk lining, and inside plaque. Circa: 1...
Rodo Gold-Tone Metal Clutch Bag
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
Rodo gold-tone metal clutch bag featuring gold-tone metal woven, a claps opening, a rectangular shape, a gold tone leather lining, and inside red stamped signature and an inside pock...
1980s Rodo Pewter Minaudiere Clutch with Faux Granite Detailing
By Rodo
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Pewter hard case minaudiere Rodo clutch dating from the 1980s with interesting faux granite detailing at clasp. Light wear throughout. Metallic silver leather interior with small poc...
$450
H 5.52 in W 5.91 in D 3.15 in L 25.6 in
1960s Mid-Century Gray Leather Italian Minaudière Bag by Rodo
By Rodo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Chic 1960s Mid-Century Gray Leather Italian Minaudière Bag by Rodo This sophisticated bag embodies the refined elegance and understated luxury that defined the era, making it a timel...
Rodo Dark Blue Wicker Bag
By Rodo
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Rodo -(Made in Italy) dark blue wicker bag. Interior in blue and gold imitation. To note, the metal parts are dedicated. Additional information: Dimensions: Width: 30 cm, Height:...
$248
H 5.52 in W 11.82 in D 2.76 in L 20.48 in
1960s Mid-Century Black Wicker and Metal Italian Evening Bag by Rodo
By Rodo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This stylish 1960s Mid-Century Italian evening bag features a striking combination of textures and materials. The body of the bag is crafted from woven black wicker, creating a sophi...
$426
H 12.6 in W 11.82 in D 4.73 in
1970s Vintage Green and Black Woven Wicker and Brass Italian Hand-Bag
By Rodo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This vintage 1970s Italian handbag features a striking combination of green and black woven wicker, creating a textured and stylish design. The bag is structured with a rectangular s...
Rodeo Metallic Silver Crochet Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Alford, MA
This go-with-everything clutch is perfect for traveling and summer evenings out. Crafted of crocheted silver metallic thread, the envelope-style clutch by Rodo has a unique clasp - a...
$232Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.5 in W 9.5 in D 1 in L 23.5 in
Vintage Rodo 1970s Black Wicker Shoulder Bag with Brass Accents, Italy
Located in Port Hope, ON
The brand was started by Romualdo Dori in Florence in the 1950s, and is now run by the sons, keeping the brand within the family. Rodo specialized in woven and straw handbags .Rodo b...
Rodo small black “shell” handbag, 1980s
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
RODO (Made in Italy) Small evening handbag made of iridescent black leather and black rhinestones, representing a shell. It opens with a blackened metal hinge. Silvery leather lining...
Rodo black and gold cat-shaped minaudière, 1980s
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
RODO (Made in Italy) Lovely evening triangular”minaudière” composed of black fabric with golden lamé speckle, representing a cat. The tail and the head of the cat are represented by ...
1950's Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Toronto, ON
Black purse with gold toned chains and four amber colored rhinestone flower accents. Circa 1950. Measures 8" by 5".
Rodo Black Lizard Skin Vintage Clutch with Rhinestone Closure
Located in Houston, TX
Amazing leather clutch by Rodo! The handbag features a rectangular, rounded edge body with black lizard skin leather body. The fantastic modernist gold tone and rhinestone spring swi...
Rodo Woven Straw Clurch
By Rodo
Located in New Hope, PA
Looking for a POP of color? Look no further than this bright orange lacquered straw clutch from Rodo, Italy, circa 1970.
Made form woven straw that is lacquered to per...
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Rodo evening bag
By Rodo
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
RODO -Violet leather and rhinestone evening bag. To note, presences of marks on the leather. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Height: about 10 cm - Width: 13 cm - Depth: about...
1970s Black Leather Rodo Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
1970s black leather Rodo clutch featuring a top flap detail with grape decoration, a under flap snap opening, an inside pocket, an inside shoulder strap ( length 117cm x 1,5cm ) In ...
Rodo Clamshell Minaudière
By Rodo
Located in New York, NY
Todo, made in Italy, textured hard, clamshell shape, minaudière evening bag with optional chain. Interior of bag is gold leather.
1960s Rare Gold Tone Rodo Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
1960s rare gold tone metallic Rodo clutch featuring a brushed finishing, a rounded strass opening, a long gold tone chain 43,3 in. (110cm) to wear it at shoulder, an inside red RODO...
RODO GOLD/SILVER CROCHET ENVELOPE CLUTCH
By Rodo
Located in Alford, MA
Great go-with-anything clutch in gold and silver metallic crochet. Styled as an envelope with gold metal V at snap closure. Can also be worn with chain that tucks into interior, whic...
Rodo Golden Minaudière Handbag with Buckle Strap
By Rodo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rodo Golden Minaudière Handbag with Buckle Strap.In excellent condition, Measurements: Height - 4.2 Inches Width - 7.1 Inches
Rodo Golden Minaudière Handbag with Shoulder Chain
By Rodo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rodo Golden Minaudière Handbag with Shoulder Chain. In excellent condition, Measurements: Height - 5.2 Inches Width - 8.5 Inches Height with Chain - 25.3 Inches '
Rodo gold clamshell shape hard minaudiere with chain
By Rodo
Located in New York, NY
Rodo gold toned clam shell motif molded hard evening clutch with chain.
Rodo Cocktail Silver Rhodoid Disc Handbag
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
1980s Rodo cocktail silver-tone handbag featuring Rhodoid Disc, faux pearls beads, leather handles, bottom silver tone bottom. Length 10.2in (26cm) Heigh 8.6in. (22 cm) Width 1.18in...
1980's Rodo Gold Hard Clutch with Braided Detail
By Rodo
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980's Rodo brushed gold tone metal evening clutch. Rectangular, with interlocking braided detail in center. Minor wear to exterior. Clean gold leather interior with small pocket. 23...
Rodo Brown Taupe Raffia Straw Handbag, C.1970
By Rodo
Located in Atlanta, GA
C.1970 Rodo Italian envelope style handbag fabricated from a light taupe brown raffia woven to perfection. The snap front closure is embellished with a gold tone metal accent and it...
1970s Blue Wicker and Brass Square Shoulder Bag by Rodo
By Rodo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Step back into the chic glamour of the 1970s with this exquisite square shoulder bag by the renowned Italian house of Rodo, a brand famous for its luxury woven accessories. This piec...
RODO Italian Brushed Gold Convertible Clutch Handbag, 1970's
By Rodo
Located in Atlanta, GA
A touch of 1970's glamour from RODO, a great Italian brand that has been producing high quality handbags since the 1950's. The company was founded by Romualdo Dori and quickly became...
Rodo Black Suede Gold Toned Rhinestones Evening Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Rodo
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 80s Rodo black suede evening clutch/shoulder bag. - Featuring a gold toned irregular shape with crystal rhinestones. - Gold toned round shape kiss lock closure. - Det...
RODO Italy Square Orange Wicker Gold Chain Shoulder Bag 1970s
By Rodo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
RODO Italy square orange wicker, thin gold chain shoulder bag from the 1970s. Pillow shaped square wicker bag with a glazed orange finish, Long thin gold shoulder length chain. The b...
Rodo Black Suede Gold Toned Handle Octagon Handbag with Strap
By Rodo
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 80s Rodo black suede with gold toned handle octagon handbag with strap. - Featuring fourteen multicoloured(red, pink, green, yellow, purple, black) stones gold toned ha...
Rodo Black Suede Gold Toned Handle with Colour Stones Octagon Shoulder Bag
By Rodo
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 80s Rodo black suede octagon handle/shoulder bag - Featuring thirteen multicoloured(red, pink, green, yellow, purple, black) stones gold toned handle. - Length: 7.5 ...
1960s Woven Wicker Leather and Brass Top Handle Bag by Rodo
By Rodo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A Chic 1960s Italian Woven Wicker, Leather, and Brass Top Handle Bag by Rodo Embrace timeless summer style with this exquisite vintage top handle bag from the 1960s, a testament to t...
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H 5 in W 7 in D 2 in L 40 in
RODO Italian Gold Metal Basket Weave Convertible Clutch Handbag, 1970's
By Rodo
Located in Atlanta, GA
A touch of 1970's glamour from RODO, a great Italian brand that has been producing high quality handbags since the 1950's. The company was founded by Romualdo Dori and quickly becam...
Rodo Butterfly Wristlet
Located in New York, NY
Rodo of Italy, satin, evening wristlet, having a sculpted pleat in the front and embellished with a delicate butterfly having glitter and feathers.
1970s Rodo Italy gold metal basket weave evening bag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1970s Rodo gold metal basket weave evening bag...From the 1970s this structured bag is lined in gold leather and features a long shoulder strap that can be used or hidden inside...Si...
Rodo Italian Gilt Metal Shell Minaudière Evening Bag c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Rodo Italian gilt metal shell minaudière evening bag c 1970s The elegant luminous gold metal purse is designed in the shape of a sea shell with impressed linear ridges The versatil...
Rodo Black Satin Clutch
By Rodo
Located in New York, NY
Rodo's black satin clutch with ribbed gold trim. Half moon shaped with retractable shoulder chain. Tab with magnetic closure. 1980's USA. Excellent condition. 6" x 4.5" high x 2". Sh...
Rodo Cocktail Ivory Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
1980s Rodo cocktail leather ivory clutch featuring a textured silver print leather, toggle closure with a large strass opening closure, a silver tone lining, a silver-tone shoulder ...
1980s Rodo Black and Gold Evening Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980s Rodo evening clutch. Black satin with gold tone hardware. Snap clutch at top. Optional 21.5" long chain strap tucked neatly inside bag. Rodo marking on small interior...
Rodo Black Raffia Shoulder Bag
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
Rodo black raffia shoulder bag featuring a woven raffia pattern, a long shape, a shoulder tarnish leather handle (length: 43in (109cm)) gold- tone hardware, a top zipped logo faste...
1980's Rodo Gold Embellished Hard Evening Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980's Rodo hard evening clutch. Gold tone metal embellished in a tiger stripe pattern with gold rhinestones. Beautiful rhinestone encrusted clasp.Gold leather lining perfectly in ta...
Rodo Matte Gold Leather Clutch
By Rodo
Located in New Hope, PA
An unusual matte gold leather covers this rigid clutch bag designed by Rodo, with an optional chain strap tucked inside. A diamante clasp and discreet Rodo logo are the only ornamen...
Rodo Navy Wicker Convertible Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Alford, MA
Navy wicker clutch by respected Italian company Rodo features an enameled and gold metal frame and a thin tucked-away strap that converts it into a shoulder bag. Logo interior has on...
Silver Vintage Rodo Floral Crystal Mini Box Bag
By Rodo
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Vintage silver metal mini box bag by Rodo. Accented with floral crystal embellishments. Top carry handle. Flip-lock closure. Leather lined interior with inner s...
Rodo Italy Emerald Green Gilt Trim Wicker Clutch c 1980
By Rodo
Located in University City, MO
Rodo Italy Emerald green gilt trim wicker clutch bag c 1980s The stylish Italian clutch bag is covered with woven wicker bands on all sides. The sleek retro clutch bag is framed ...
1980s Rodo Lavender Purple Mint & Pistachio Plaid Straw Convertible Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Gresham, OR
A smart 1980s Rodo convertible shoulder strap / clutch handbag in an unusual plaid woven pattern of lavender, purple, mint green and pistachio! Gold-tone latch and chain shoulder str...
Rodo Vintage Gold Rhinestone Metal Clutch and Crossbody - 1980's
By Rodo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Rodo clutch is a gold metallic color. It has a gold crossbody chain that can be tucked in and a gold knot-like closure. It is in excellent vintage condition with a small...
Rodo Dark Chocolate Silk Shell Evening Bag
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
Rodo dark chocolate evening silk bag featuring a shell shape, a twist gold tone & silver tone round chain, a top logo claps fastening, and inside plaque and an inside pocket. In good...
Rodo Gold-Tone Metal Woven Clutch Bag
By Rodo
Located in Paris, FR
Rodo gold-tone metal clutch bag featuring gold-tone metal woven, a claps opening, a rectangular shape, a leather gold-tone lining, and inside red stamped signature and an inside pock...
Rodo 1980s Silver Clutch with Buckle
By Rodo
Located in Alford, MA
Textured silver metal clutch by Rodo featuring a wraparound strap and buckle design composed of silver chains and a snap closure. Interior is silver leather with one side compartment.
Rodo Black Satin Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Alford, MA
Perfect evening clutch by Rodo, rectangular in shape and featuring a marcasite rhinestone bow clasp. Interior has zippered compartment and metal chain to convert it to a shoulder bag.
Rodo Vintage Straw Crossbody Shoulder Bag with Beading
By Rodo
Located in Rome, Rome
Small RODO crossbody bag crafted in straw emebellished with beads on the top. Upper zipper closure. Leather lining. 1 side open pocket inside. 'RODO' embossed inside, 'Italy' embosse...
Chic 1980s Rodo Brushed Gold Metal Bean Clutch
By Rodo
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Classic brushed gold metal bean shape clutch by Rodo for Bergdorf Goodman Made in Italy. Perfect evening bag with metallic gold lining in gold leather. The strap has a 22" drop, Is ...
A Luxury 1960s Brass and Pearl Minaudière by Rodo
By Rodo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Exquisite 1960s Rodo Brass and Pearl Minaudière with Chain Strap Step into an era of unparalleled glamour with this breathtaking vintage minaudière by the esteemed Italian designer, ...
RODO 1980s Gold Wicker Coated Straw Vintage 80s Handbag Crossbody Clutch Bag
By Rodo
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish 1980s RODO of Italy gold coated wicker / straw bag ! This beauty is so versatile—it can be worn on the shoulder, cross body, or tuck the chain in to wear it as a minaudière. ...
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H 5.5 in L 8.07 in
Rodo Italian Glazed Mid Brown Wicker Clutch Bag with Gold and Silver Tone Clasp
By Rodo
Located in London, GB
Stylish Rodo glazed mid brown wicker clutch bag, featuring a lovely gold and silver tone clasp with a diagonal design. Measuring 20.5cm / 8.07 inches at the base, height 14cm / 5.5 i...
1980s Robo Nude tone clutch
By Rodo
Located in Capri, IT
Marc Jacobs Ring New still with box
Rodo Woven Gold Bag
Located in New Hope, PA
This lovely gold woven metallic bag from the disco era looks so modern forty years later. The bag has a braided gold double shoulder strap and a rigid gold metal frame. The body of...
1960s Rodo Italy gold and Fabulous horse bit handbag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rodo woven gold box evening bag from the 1960s...form and structure and a bit of whimsy in the horse bit handle...lined in gold...from Saks 5th Ave...with original Rodo protector bag...
Rodo Italy Sleek Gilt Metal Black Leather Handbag c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Rodo Italy Sleek gilt metal black leather handbag c 1970 The elegant diminutive handbag is designed with gilt metal exterior panels. The handle and base of the stylish small size...
RODO Wicker Handbag, 1970s
By Rodo
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Fine vintage Rodo handbag/shoulder bag. Multi-color lacquered woven wicker item fully leather lined with drop shoulder strap & gilt metal hardware.
Vintage Rodo Leather Hand Bag
By Rodo
Located in New York, NY
High quality, smooth black leather modernist design Rodo hand bag from the late 1960's, or early 1970's.
1970s RODO Gilt Woven Metal Hand Bag
By Rodo
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Fine vintage Rodo woven gilt metal handbag. Authentic item features snap interior closure & gilt metal hardware. Signature fabric interior features single open pocket. Matching gilt ...
Vintage RODO Firenze Wicker Clutch Handbag NM
By Rodo
Located in Long Island City, NY
RODO Firenze was founded in 1956 by Romualdo Dori and has been producing luxury shoes and bags through today. This structured, woven, lacquered wicker clutch in fun colors features a...
Rodo Black Lizard Asymmetrical Shoulder/Cross Body Handbag
By Rodo
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful black lizard asymmetrical box bag by the Italian house of Rodo. The clasp is the two top brass bars that go the thin to wide, in the opposite direction of the slope of the ...
Great Rodo rafia clutch/bag of the 80s
By Rodo
Located in Verviers, BE
Fabulous color for this Rodo vintage clutch/handbag of the 80s. Turquoise lining. Shoulder strap. Marked : Rodo Italy Size : 28 x 13 x 5 cm - 11 x 5.1 x 2 in. Excellent vin...
Tiffany Deerskin Deco Clutch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, tailored Art Deco clutch of deerskin from the 1930's by Tiffany. Beautiful sleek lines with a double clasped interior compartment lined in silk moire. Deep wine color. 9" x ...
S/S 1996 Dolce & Gabbana Brown Silk Taffeta Collared Pocket Mini Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This brown silk taffeta mini dress by Dolce & Gabbana is from the Spring/Summer 1996 collection. Variations of this dress debuted on the runway, modeled by Karen Mulder and Eva Herze...
F/W 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Runway Feather Silk Satin Evening Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black satin and brown feather Dolce and Gabbana evening bag. From the Fall/Winter 1997 collection, this bag debuted on the season's runway. The design is adorned with a ...
$13,328
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Saks Fifth Avenue Italian Gilt Metal Crystal Medallion Minaudiere c 1980s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Saks Fifth Avenue Italian gilt metal crystal medallion minaudiere' evening bag c 1980s The elegant gold metal evening bag has a satin matte finish. The front exterior panel is adorne...
2000S JOHN GALLIANO CHRISTIAN DIOR Olive Green Silk Chiffon One Shoulder Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully made with an internal corset to keep the shape of the dress. Some damage due to young rich girls who's mother's taught them no sense of decorum. Damage is on side where t...
1980s Brass Evening Bag by Scheilan Firenze, Retro Women's Glamour
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This Scheilan Firenze evening bag is a captivating example of 1980s fashion. Its bold design, metallic finish, and ornate details make it a true statement piece. It's a perfect acces...
Designer Rare Van Cleef Arpels Style Jeweled Bag Clutch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Designer Rare Van Cleef Arpels Style Jeweled Bag Clutch Due to the item's age do not expect items to be in perfect condition and I may not describe every little scratch or spot. Ple...
Y'Saccs Pleated Black Leather Bag
By Issey Miyake
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful black leather bag with characteristic pleating created by IY'Saccs (1938 - 2022) in the 1990s for Yohji Yamamoto. The bag is suitable for both daytime and evening events, a...
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
By Amen Wardy, Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip closure. The marked size is 34, and the d...
Judith Leiber Clear Swarovski Crystal Flower Top Minaudiere Evening Bag Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TIMELESS Judith Leiber Clear Swarovski Crystal Flower Top Minaudiere Evening Bag Clutch in excellent condition. Clear Swarovski crystal exterior trimmed with gold hardware and a crys...
$1,170Sale Price|40% Off
Size: 7.5
New Tom Ford For Gucci Mink Python Velvet Satin Final Collection Heels Sz 7.5
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Python Heels Brand New U.S. Size: 7.5 * Mink, Satin, Python and Velvet heels * Tom Ford's "Farewell" Collection for Gucci * 4.75" Heel * 1/2" Platform * Velv...
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
By Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...
MUGLER Crystal Teardrop Corset Top Rhinestone Corsage
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Spectacular Mugler Teardrop Corset Top. The beautiful piece showcases Thierry Mugler's signature blend of bold structure and feminine elegance. Crafted in a delicate powder blue, the...
New 90s Bruno Frisoni Black and White Tuxedo Heels Mules Shoes Size 35. 5 / 5.5
Located in San Diego, CA
Spectacular brand new Bruno Frisoni black and white 'tuxedo' style heels! Frisoni, currently the chief designer for Roger Vivier, began his fashion career in 1980, at Jean-Louis Schr...
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
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