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Traina-Norell Black Silk Satin Swing-Coat, 1950s
Traina-Norell Black Silk Satin Swing-Coat, 1950s

Traina-Norell Black Silk Satin Swing-Coat, 1950s

By Traina-Norell

Located in Los Angeles, CA

In the 1940s, Traina-Norell fashion house was the "it" designer house for Hollywood starlets. The house was contemporary with the famous Parisian couture houses that dominated the sc...

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Mid-20th Century Coats

THE ROW lilac silk BELTED Coat Jacket M
THE ROW lilac silk BELTED Coat Jacket M

THE ROW lilac silk BELTED Coat Jacket M

By The Row

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic The Row wrap coat in lilac silk (100%). Features notched lapels and slit pockets at the waist.

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Off-white raw silk single breasted coat MISS DIOR
Off-white raw silk single breasted coat MISS DIOR

Off-white raw silk single breasted coat MISS DIOR

By Miss Dior

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white raw silk single breasted coat with silk lining. Hidden button and buttonhole closure on te middle front.

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1960s French Coats and Outerwear

Rare Mariano Fortuny Silk Crepe Coat
Rare Mariano Fortuny Silk Crepe Coat

Rare Mariano Fortuny Silk Crepe Coat

By Fortuny

Located in New York, NY

This wonderful square cut berry silk crepe Fortuny coat is gilt stencilled in a Bellini pattern.

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Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Opera Coats

Givenchy Haute Couture 1971  Chartreuse Green Silk Evening Coat
Givenchy Haute Couture 1971  Chartreuse Green Silk Evening Coat

Givenchy Haute Couture 1971 Chartreuse Green Silk Evening Coat

By Givenchy

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This vintage Givenchy numbered haute couture silk evening coat is from the Spring 1971/72 collection.

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1970s French Coats and Outerwear

Christian Dior Purple Silk Velvet Coat Haute Couture, 2005
Christian Dior Purple Silk Velvet Coat Haute Couture, 2005

Christian Dior Purple Silk Velvet Coat Haute Couture, 2005

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Dior - (Made in France) Purple devoured silk velvet coat. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR. 2005 Summer Haute Couture Collection.

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Early 2000s French Coats

THE ROW Size XL Grey Black Wool Silk Blend Coat
THE ROW Size XL Grey Black Wool Silk Blend Coat

THE ROW Size XL Grey Black Wool Silk Blend Coat

By The Row

Located in San Francisco, CA

Marked: XL Measurements: Shoulder: 19.5 inches Bust: 48 inches Sleeve: 25 inches Length: 35 inches Sui Generis Reference: 147102 Category: Coat More Details B...

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Ivory silk and gold lurex damask coat Valentino Night
Ivory silk and gold lurex damask coat Valentino Night

Ivory silk and gold lurex damask coat Valentino Night

By Valentino Night

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Ivory silk and gold lurex damask coat and jewelry buttons.

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1980s Italian Coats and Outerwear

1920S Red Silk Velvet Beaded Opera Coat From Paris
1920S Red Silk Velvet Beaded Opera Coat From Paris

1920S Red Silk Velvet Beaded Opera Coat From Paris

Located in New York, NY

Gorgeous luxe feel to the antique silk velvet. 1920S Red Silk Velvet Beaded Opera Coat From Paris

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1920s Coats

Hermès Women's Reversible Quilted Silk Sleeveless Coat, Size FR34/UK6
Hermès Women's Reversible Quilted Silk Sleeveless Coat, Size FR34/UK6

Hermès Women's Reversible Quilted Silk Sleeveless Coat, Size FR34/UK6

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Absolutely stunning Hermes reversible sleeveless coat - unworn with tags. Incredible quality, it has a vibrantly printed quilted silk crepe on one side and a smooth, glossy cream si...

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2010s French Coats

1960s Aqua Silk Mikado Collarless Coat by Barbara Tfank
1960s Aqua Silk Mikado Collarless Coat by Barbara Tfank

1960s Aqua Silk Mikado Collarless Coat by Barbara Tfank

By Barbara Tfank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The perfect silk overcoat that can be worn over a dress, pants, or evening gown. Shaped neckline with pleat-back detail. The most beautiful shade of aqua. The finest silk from Teroni...

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1960s North American Coats

1960's Black Silk Floral Print Coat Size 6
1960's Black Silk Floral Print Coat Size 6

1960's Black Silk Floral Print Coat Size 6

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This coat is composed of a black printed silk with a floral motif.

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1960s American Coats and Outerwear

MARNI green silk DOTTED Belted Coat Jacket 38 XS
MARNI green silk DOTTED Belted Coat Jacket 38 XS

MARNI green silk DOTTED Belted Coat Jacket 38 XS

By Marni

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Marni dotted belted coat in sage and black silk (100%) with notch collar and two patch pockets on the front.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coats

Lanvin Paris Silk Duster Coat Black & Navy
Lanvin Paris Silk Duster Coat Black & Navy

Lanvin Paris Silk Duster Coat Black & Navy

By Lanvin Paris

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Total length 45" Made of 100% Silk Multi-textured Size 34

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21st Century and Contemporary French Swing Coats

Gladding's 1930s Silk Velvet Full Length Coat
Gladding's 1930s Silk Velvet Full Length Coat

Gladding's 1930s Silk Velvet Full Length Coat

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous full length black silk velvet coat with the long elegant lines of the 1930s labelled 'Gladding's, Providence Since 1766'.

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1930s American Opera Coats

Vintage Gucci F/W 2003 White Angora & Silk Maxi Coat
Vintage Gucci F/W 2003 White Angora & Silk Maxi Coat

Vintage Gucci F/W 2003 White Angora & Silk Maxi Coat

By Gucci

Located in London, GB

Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Fall Winter 2003 white wool coat. As seen on the runway, look 1 opening the show.

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Early 2000s Italian Coats and Outerwear

THE ROW Size 12 Grey Sage Silk Single Breasted Coat
THE ROW Size 12 Grey Sage Silk Single Breasted Coat

THE ROW Size 12 Grey Sage Silk Single Breasted Coat

By The Row

Located in San Francisco, CA

THE ROW coat in a sage grey silk featuring a single breasted style with notch lapel, single vented back, and three button closure.

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Galanos Green Silk Opera Coat Size Small
Galanos Green Silk Opera Coat Size Small

Galanos Green Silk Opera Coat Size Small

By Galanos

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Galanos coat is composed of a green silk, in an emerald teal hue.

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20th Century American Opera Coats

The Row Grey Belted Coat Size M Silk Lined Viscose Blend
The Row Grey Belted Coat Size M Silk Lined Viscose Blend

The Row Grey Belted Coat Size M Silk Lined Viscose Blend

By The Row

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This beautiful belted grey coat by The Row is a size M. The lining is made of 100% silk, and the outer layer is made of 95% viscose and 5% elastane.

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Dolce & Gabbana Gold Brocade Silk Tailored Evening Coat, FW 2000
Dolce & Gabbana Gold Brocade Silk Tailored Evening Coat, FW 2000

Dolce & Gabbana Gold Brocade Silk Tailored Evening Coat, FW 2000

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

This Dolce & Gabbana coat from the Fall-Winter 2000 collection is tailored in black silk brocade woven with a large-scale metallic gold floral motif, evoking Baroque textile traditio...

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1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Akris 1990’s Sage Silk Quilted Puffer Coat-Size 48
Akris 1990’s Sage Silk Quilted Puffer Coat-Size 48

Akris 1990’s Sage Silk Quilted Puffer Coat-Size 48

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Akris Sage Silk Quilted Puffer Coat-Size 48 This 1990’s quilted silk puffer coat is marked a 48 (16 US), however I do believe the coat could fit more like a large and even possible a...

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1990s Swiss Coats and Outerwear

Chapan coat in silk ikat named Abra - Uzbekistan Bukhara Circa 1900
Chapan coat in silk ikat named Abra - Uzbekistan Bukhara Circa 1900

Chapan coat in silk ikat named Abra - Uzbekistan Bukhara Circa 1900

Located in Toulon, FR

Solar graphic design in red and golden yellow. Note some silk restoration and micro fly spots. The coat and silk are in good overall condition and the silk remains crisp.

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Late 19th Century Uzbek Coats

Toga Pulla Archives Wool & Silk Blend Coat With Jacquard Side Panels
Toga Pulla Archives Wool & Silk Blend Coat With Jacquard Side Panels

Toga Pulla Archives Wool & Silk Blend Coat With Jacquard Side Panels

Located in London, GB

Toga Pulla Archives Wool & Silk Blend Coat With Jacquard Side Panels Ivory satin front panel with contrasting navy and white floral jacquard sleeves and side panels.

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Chanel 96P Baby Pink Silk Evening/Swing Coat
Chanel 96P Baby Pink Silk Evening/Swing Coat

Chanel 96P Baby Pink Silk Evening/Swing Coat

By Chanel Boutique

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Chanel 96P baby pink silk evening/swing coat. If you love Chanel and you love pink this is one of the best and most versatile light weight evening coats from any collection.

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1990s French Opera Coats

Dries Van Noten Black Silk Wool Coat Fall 2000 Runway
Dries Van Noten Black Silk Wool Coat Fall 2000 Runway

Dries Van Noten Black Silk Wool Coat Fall 2000 Runway

By Dries van Noten

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Described as one of the most “cerebral designers” by the New York Times, Van Noten blends notes of classic fine art, nature, and philosophy into high-quality wearable masterpieces. ...

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Early 2000s Belgian Coats and Outerwear

Dolce & Gabbana black silk moiré embellished evening coat, fw 1997
Dolce & Gabbana black silk moiré embellished evening coat, fw 1997

Dolce & Gabbana black silk moiré embellished evening coat, fw 1997

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

▪ Dolce & Gabbana showpiece evening coat ▪ Constructed from black silk moiré ▪ Embellished with hundreds of red crystal stones ▪ Embroidered with metal and silk thread resembling f...

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1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Vintage Halston Black Abstract Striped Silk Dress Coat, 1970s
Vintage Halston Black Abstract Striped Silk Dress Coat, 1970s

Vintage Halston Black Abstract Striped Silk Dress Coat, 1970s

By Halston

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Halston is considered by some to be the quintessential American designer. His impact in the world of fashion was his particular understanding of comfortable clothing that was easy to...

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1970s Coats and Outerwear

1920S Art Deco Silk Lamé Cocoon Coat Lined In Velvet
1920S Art Deco Silk Lamé Cocoon Coat Lined In Velvet

1920S Art Deco Silk Lamé Cocoon Coat Lined In Velvet

Located in New York, NY

Label reads "Made in Paris exclusively for Stewart & Co 5th Avenue New York" 1920S Art Deco Silk Lamé Cocoon Coat Lined In Velvet

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1920s Coats

$3990 New With Tags Oscar De La Renta Silk Kimono Coat
$3990 New With Tags Oscar De La Renta Silk Kimono Coat

$3990 New With Tags Oscar De La Renta Silk Kimono Coat

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Conroe, TX

New With Tags $3990 Oscar De La Renta Silk Kimono Coat Spring Runway 2019 Marked Size: S but due to the style, we consider this One Size Sash Tie at Waist Length at Back 53" Across ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coats and Outerwear

1960's Vintage Creme & Coral Silk Brocade Asian Coat - XL
1960's Vintage Creme & Coral Silk Brocade Asian Coat - XL

1960's Vintage Creme & Coral Silk Brocade Asian Coat - XL

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1960's Vintage Creme & Coral Silk Brocade Asian Coat. This coat is in good vintage condition with most of the wear being out of sight on the inside lining.

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1960s Unknown Coats and Outerwear

BRUNELLO CUCINELLI nude silk 2020 BELTED ORGANZA TRENCH Coat Jacket M
BRUNELLO CUCINELLI nude silk 2020 BELTED ORGANZA TRENCH Coat Jacket M

BRUNELLO CUCINELLI nude silk 2020 BELTED ORGANZA TRENCH Coat Jacket M

By Brunello Cucinelli

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Brunello Cucinelli trench coat is crafted in Almond beige sheer organza silk (100%).

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coats

Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 2003 Black Silk Trench Coat
Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 2003 Black Silk Trench Coat

Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 2003 Black Silk Trench Coat

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

We are excited to present this Dolce & Gabbana 2003 Black Silk Trench Coat. Features semi sheer black silk dress/ trench with two front pockets, silver D,G buttons for closure in mid...

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Early 2000s Italian Trench Coats

Roberto Cavalli S/S 2008 Runway Leather Silk Fringed Jacket Coat
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2008 Runway Leather Silk Fringed Jacket Coat

Roberto Cavalli S/S 2008 Runway Leather Silk Fringed Jacket Coat

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Roberto Cavalli S/S 2008 Runway Leather Silk Fringed Jacket Coat Look 9 from the Roberto Cavalli Spring 2008 Collection.

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Early 2000s Coats and Outerwear

LORO PIANA Sage brown silk 2024 WIGHT OVERSIZED Coat Jacket S
LORO PIANA Sage brown silk 2024 WIGHT OVERSIZED Coat Jacket S

LORO PIANA Sage brown silk 2024 WIGHT OVERSIZED Coat Jacket S

By Loro Piana

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Loro Piana Dwight coat is crafted in Sage Brown silk for a refined, fluid drape.

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Giorgio Armani Pre-Fall 2017 Silk Wool Striped Coat with Tags
Giorgio Armani Pre-Fall 2017 Silk Wool Striped Coat with Tags

Giorgio Armani Pre-Fall 2017 Silk Wool Striped Coat with Tags

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Boca Raton, FL

From Giorgio Armani’s Pre-Fall 2017 collection, this coat is an extraordinary example of the designer’s architectural elegance.

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2010s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Roberto Cavalli F/W 2001 Runway Distressed Denim Silk Jacket Coat
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2001 Runway Distressed Denim Silk Jacket Coat

Roberto Cavalli F/W 2001 Runway Distressed Denim Silk Jacket Coat

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Roberto Cavalli F/W 2001 Runway Distressed Denim Silk Jacket Coat Size: Small Conditon: Excellent, please note the upper layer silk is purposely torn/distressed all over to expose...

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Early 2000s Coats and Outerwear

Early BURBERRY PRORSUM Size 6 Silver Metallic Jacquard Silk Blend Coat
Early BURBERRY PRORSUM Size 6 Silver Metallic Jacquard Silk Blend Coat

Early BURBERRY PRORSUM Size 6 Silver Metallic Jacquard Silk Blend Coat

By Burberry Prorsum

Located in San Francisco, CA

Early BURBERRY PRORSUM coat comes in a silver metallic jacquard silk blend with a full liner featuring an a-line silhouette, 3/4 sleeves, slit pockets, and a hidden snap button closu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1997 Navy Iridescent Silk Long Coat
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1997 Navy Iridescent Silk Long Coat

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1997 Navy Iridescent Silk Long Coat

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Paris, FR

From the S/S 1997 collection of Gucci by Tom Ford, this long coat is cut in a deep navy fabric with a pronounced iridescent sheen that shifts between blue and near-black depending on...

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1990s Coats

2000S Jil Sander Yellow Angora, Cashmere & Silk Blend Coat With Hood
2000S Jil Sander Yellow Angora, Cashmere & Silk Blend Coat With Hood

2000S Jil Sander Yellow Angora, Cashmere & Silk Blend Coat With Hood

Located in New York, NY

2000S Jil Sander Yellow Angora, Cashmere & Silk Blend Coat With Hood MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past.

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

THE ROW pale beige silk FAILLE TRENCH Coat Jacket 2 XS
THE ROW pale beige silk FAILLE TRENCH Coat Jacket 2 XS

THE ROW pale beige silk FAILLE TRENCH Coat Jacket 2 XS

By The Row

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic The Row trench coat is crafted in pale beige faille silk (please note the content tag is missing), offering a fluid drape with a structured yet airy finish.

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2010s Coats

Dolce & Gabbana ivory silk hand-painted kimono dress coat, fw 1998
Dolce & Gabbana ivory silk hand-painted kimono dress coat, fw 1998

Dolce & Gabbana ivory silk hand-painted kimono dress coat, fw 1998

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

▪ Dolce & Gabbana ivory kimono dress coat ▪ 65% Silk, 35% Nylon ▪ Hand-painted design of flowers and birds ▪ Black silk lining ▪ IT 44 - FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8 ▪ Fall-Winter 1998

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1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Ronald Amey Mohair Wool Coat with Pleated Silk Collar Abstract Vintage Couture
Ronald Amey Mohair Wool Coat with Pleated Silk Collar Abstract Vintage Couture

Ronald Amey Mohair Wool Coat with Pleated Silk Collar Abstract Vintage Couture

By Ronald Amey

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

An exceptionally rare and visually striking vintage Ronald Amey coat, featuring a remarkable abstract textile attributed to Tzaims Luksus, whose wool and silk fabrics are among the m...

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1970s American Coats

Dolce & Gabbana crystal embellished metallic silk brocade evening coat, ss 2000
Dolce & Gabbana crystal embellished metallic silk brocade evening coat, ss 2000

Dolce & Gabbana crystal embellished metallic silk brocade evening coat, ss 2000

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

▪ Dolce & Gabbana evening coat ▪ Constructed from metallic turquoise and purple silk brocade ▪ Heavily embellished with multicoloured crystals, beads and gold paillettes ▪ High stan...

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Early 2000s Italian Coats and Outerwear

AEM Hurtig Furs Canadian Mink Coat with Embroidered Silk Lining 1960s - 70s
AEM Hurtig Furs Canadian Mink Coat with Embroidered Silk Lining 1960s - 70s

AEM Hurtig Furs Canadian Mink Coat with Embroidered Silk Lining 1960s - 70s

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

Vintage Majestic Mink full-length coat by Hurtig Furriers of Winnipeg, Canada, a mid-century North American furrier known for high-quality ranch mink garments.

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1960s Canadian Coats

GUCCI 2016 Runway black silk floral jacquard GG pearl evening coat IT38 XS
GUCCI 2016 Runway black silk floral jacquard GG pearl evening coat IT38 XS

GUCCI 2016 Runway black silk floral jacquard GG pearl evening coat IT38 XS

By Gucci, Alessandro Michele

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GUCCI 2016 Runway black silk floral jacquard GG pearl A-line evening coat IT38 XS Reference: MELK/A00422 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Collection: Spring/Summer 2016 - Ru...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coats

2000 DRIES VAN NOTEN wool silk RUNWAY coat with dramatic shawl collar
2000 DRIES VAN NOTEN wool silk RUNWAY coat with dramatic shawl collar

2000 DRIES VAN NOTEN wool silk RUNWAY coat with dramatic shawl collar

By Dries van Noten

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Rare Dries van Noten black coat from the Fall 2000 runway collection. Made from a luxurious blend of wool, silk, and cashmere, the coat has a soft yet structured hand, offering both ...

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Early 2000s Belgian Coats

YOHJI YAMAMOTO HOMME beige wool front black silk blend back waist coat
YOHJI YAMAMOTO HOMME beige wool front black silk blend back waist coat

YOHJI YAMAMOTO HOMME beige wool front black silk blend back waist coat

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in Hong Kong, NT

YOHJI YAMAMOTO HOMME beige wool front black silk blend back waist coat Reference: PRWU/A00200 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Material: Wool, Fabric Color: Beige, Black Pattern: Solid Closure:...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Coats

Akira Black Silk Sleeveless Coat with Large Ruffles - 8 - 1980's
Akira Black Silk Sleeveless Coat with Large Ruffles - 8 - 1980's

Akira Black Silk Sleeveless Coat with Large Ruffles - 8 - 1980's

By Akira Isogawa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This Akira long coat is sleeveless and has large ruffles. The coat has an open and flowing structure. The front and back have a cascading form. It is in excellent condition. Size 8, ...

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1980s American Coats and Outerwear

CHANEL 05P Runway cream crochet knit black silk trim cardigan coat FR38 M
CHANEL 05P Runway cream crochet knit black silk trim cardigan coat FR38 M

CHANEL 05P Runway cream crochet knit black silk trim cardigan coat FR38 M

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHANEL 05P Runway cream crochet knit black silk trim cardigan coat FR38 M Reference: GIYG/A00346 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 05P - Runway Material: Polyamide, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coats

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Silk Coats For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of silk coats. For silk coats, black is a pretty popular color, but we also have brown, gray, beige and more in stock now. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these were made as early as the 18th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many classic iterations of silk coats over the years, but those made by Chanel, Christian Dior and Verheyen London are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

How Much are Silk Coats?

On average, silk coats on 1stDibs sell for $1,383, while they’re typically $39 on the low end and $106,082 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Coats And Outerwear for You

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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