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Silk Opera Coat And Dress

Vintage 1930s Molyneux Silk Dress and Jacket Ensemble
Vintage 1930s Molyneux Silk Dress and Jacket Ensemble

Vintage 1930s Molyneux Silk Dress and Jacket Ensemble

By Molyneux

Located in Boca Raton, FL

. This set includes a sleeveless silk dress paired with a coordinating longline open-front jacket

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1930s French Opera Coats

Petite Turquoise Silver Sequin Silk Jacket
Petite Turquoise Silver Sequin Silk Jacket

Petite Turquoise Silver Sequin Silk Jacket

$448Sale Price|24% Off

L 17.72 in

Petite Turquoise Silver Sequin Silk Jacket

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This vintage short jacket/bolero is embroided with colorful sequins, silk and has shoulder pads

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20th Century Opera Coats

Flower Power Sequin Jacket
Flower Power Sequin Jacket

Flower Power Sequin Jacket

$528Sale Price|24% Off

L 27.56 in

Flower Power Sequin Jacket

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This vintage gold silk jacket is embroided with colorful sequins flowers. We offer more exclusive

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20th Century Opera Coats

Cream Silk 1960's Beaded Cocktail Dress and Coat Size 6 8
Cream Silk 1960's Beaded Cocktail Dress and Coat Size 6 8

Cream Silk 1960's Beaded Cocktail Dress and Coat Size 6 8

Located in Los Angeles, CA

detailing throughout. The dress has a zipper closure. The jacket is a classic open style opera coat. In

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1960s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

HAUTE COUTURE INT'L Gold and Black Beaded Gown with Opera Coat Size 6
HAUTE COUTURE INT'L Gold and Black Beaded Gown with Opera Coat Size 6

HAUTE COUTURE INT'L Gold and Black Beaded Gown with Opera Coat Size 6

By HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Located in Los Angeles, CA

" Hip: 36" Opera Coat Length: 55" Sleeve: 6" Shoulder to shoulder: 16" Bust: Open Waist: Open

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20th Century Hong Kong Evening Gowns

Mid-19th Century French Oval Pigskin Leather Hat Box with Original Top Hat
Mid-19th Century French Oval Pigskin Leather Hat Box with Original Top Hat

Mid-19th Century French Oval Pigskin Leather Hat Box with Original Top Hat

Located in Dallas, TX

Western dress codes, meaning white tie, morning dress, or frock coat. Traditionally made of black silk or

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Mid-19th Century French Oval Pigskin Leather Hat Box with Original Top Hat
Mid-19th Century French Oval Pigskin Leather Hat Box with Original Top Hat

Mid-19th Century French Oval Pigskin Leather Hat Box with Original Top Hat

Located in Dallas, TX

coat. Traditionally made of black silk or sometimes grey, the top hat emerged in Western fashion by the

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

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2016 Brandon Maxwell V-Neck Cutout-Waist Long Evening Coat
2016 Brandon Maxwell V-Neck Cutout-Waist Long Evening Coat

2016 Brandon Maxwell V-Neck Cutout-Waist Long Evening Coat

By Brandon Maxwell

Located in Houston, TX

Dramatic Brandon Maxwell Fall / Winter 2016 evening coat/ over Dress. The coat is floor length

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2010s American Opera Coats

Vintage 1930s Burgundy Silk Velvet Opera Coat
Vintage 1930s Burgundy Silk Velvet Opera Coat

Vintage 1930s Burgundy Silk Velvet Opera Coat

Located in Sparks, NV

it theater, opera or that newfangled thing called the movies. Slightly padded shoulders give this

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1930s Opera Coats

Costume Opera of Beijing 20c century
Costume Opera of Beijing 20c century

Costume Opera of Beijing 20c century

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Size: equivalent french size 38/40

Costume Opera of Beijing 20c century

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1900/1950 China Artist's costume from the Beijing Opera, in imperial yellow satin cotton

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1920s Chinese Opera Coats

Taoist Chinese Ceremonial Golden Embroidered Coat - China Winter 1874
Taoist Chinese Ceremonial Golden Embroidered Coat - China Winter 1874

Taoist Chinese Ceremonial Golden Embroidered Coat - China Winter 1874

Located in Toulon, FR

Winter 1874 (written in black ink on the lining) China Qing Dynasty Amazing ceremonial dress for

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1870s Chinese Opera Coats

1970s Mr. Blackwell Sleeveless Column w/ Cocoon Opera Coat
1970s Mr. Blackwell Sleeveless Column w/ Cocoon Opera Coat

1970s Mr. Blackwell Sleeveless Column w/ Cocoon Opera Coat

By Mr. Blackwell

Located in Gresham, OR

-ply cotton velvet and is fully lined in black silk. Underneath the full-length cocoon opera coat is a

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1970s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

John Galliano black chenille opera coat and strapless corset dress, fw 1995
John Galliano black chenille opera coat and strapless corset dress, fw 1995

John Galliano black chenille opera coat and strapless corset dress, fw 1995

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

▪ John Galliano evening ensemble ▪ Black wool upside down cropped opera coat ▪ Heavyweight wool

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

VALENTINO Circa 1980's Cream Satin Opera Coat Size 4
VALENTINO Circa 1980's Cream Satin Opera Coat Size 4

VALENTINO Circa 1980's Cream Satin Opera Coat Size 4

By Valentino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Valentino evening coat is composed of an off white/ cream silk with top stitch detailing

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Velvet coat by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche - Ballets Russes Opera collection
Velvet coat by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche - Ballets Russes Opera collection

Velvet coat by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche - Ballets Russes Opera collection

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1976 - 1978 France Raven black cut velvet coat jacket by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche from

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1970s French Mantle Coats

1980s RICHILENE Black Ruffle Silk Taffeta Evening Cape Coat
1980s RICHILENE Black Ruffle Silk Taffeta Evening Cape Coat

1980s RICHILENE Black Ruffle Silk Taffeta Evening Cape Coat

By Richilene

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Dramatic Vintage 80s Richilene Silk Taffeta Ruffle evening opera cape coat. Cape/ coat has no

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1980s American Day Dresses

Antique Hand Embroidered  Paisley Cloak
Antique Hand Embroidered  Paisley Cloak

Antique Hand Embroidered Paisley Cloak

Located in New York, NY

-top luxury which characterized the exuberant post-WWI Jazz Age. Picture this coat with a silk dress

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Late 19th Century Indian Coats and Outerwear

Portrait of a Gentleman
Portrait of a Gentleman

Portrait of a Gentleman, circa 1740

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H 55.91 in W 47.25 in D 2.76 in

Portrait of a Gentleman

Located in London, GB

. The sitter’s coat with pink silk waistcoat (pink was worn equally by men and woman) can be dated to c

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Early 18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

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Canvas, Oil

Vibrant Emerald Silk Opera Coat with Pleat Back and Charming Bow
Vibrant Emerald Silk Opera Coat with Pleat Back and Charming Bow

Vibrant Emerald Silk Opera Coat with Pleat Back and Charming Bow

By Barbara Tfank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A charming Opera Coat of 100% French Emerald Silk Mikado from Sfate and Combier- maker of the

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2010s American Opera Coats

Published Fine & Rare Beaded Evening Coat by Paul Poiret 1924
Published Fine & Rare Beaded Evening Coat by Paul Poiret 1924

Published Fine & Rare Beaded Evening Coat by Paul Poiret 1924

By Paul Poiret

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare Paul Poiret. Opera Coat. circa 1924. Published. Stunning cocoon evening coat of black

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Opera Coats

Hong Kong Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress/Opera Coat
Hong Kong Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress/Opera Coat

Hong Kong Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress/Opera Coat

Located in Sharon, CT

Heavily beaded champagne silk/rayon ensemble by Haute Couture International Company. Hong Kong

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1950s Hong Kong Dress and Coat Ensembles

French SilkVelvet Dress and Opera Cape by Simone Pieltain
French SilkVelvet Dress and Opera Cape by Simone Pieltain

French SilkVelvet Dress and Opera Cape by Simone Pieltain

Located in Gresham, OR

A fabulous French 60s formal evening ensemble in flocked silk satin by Simone Pieltain with back

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1960s French Dress and Coat Ensembles

Velvet coat by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche - Ballets Russes Opera collection
Velvet coat by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche - Ballets Russes Opera collection

Velvet coat by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche - Ballets Russes Opera collection

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1976 - 1978 France Raven black cut velvet coat jacket by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche from

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1970s French Mantle Coats

Christian Dior Floral Cut Velvet Evening Jacket w/Fox Fur Trim
Christian Dior Floral Cut Velvet Evening Jacket w/Fox Fur Trim

Christian Dior Floral Cut Velvet Evening Jacket w/Fox Fur Trim

By Christian Dior

Located in Studio City, CA

A Christian Dior from John Galliano era black silk floral cut velvet evening jacket or opera coat

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mid-19th Century French Oval Pigskin Leather Top Hat Box from Paris
Mid-19th Century French Oval Pigskin Leather Top Hat Box from Paris

Mid-19th Century French Oval Pigskin Leather Top Hat Box from Paris

Located in Dallas, TX

, or frock coat. Traditionally made of black silk or sometimes grey, the top hat emerged in Western

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Gilles Montezin Couture Evening Coat/ dress
Gilles Montezin Couture Evening Coat/ dress

Gilles Montezin Couture Evening Coat/ dress

Located in New York, NY

Couture Coat made for very prominent Lady in New york , Black wool with silk Bubble sleeve and

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Opera Coats

Malcolm Starr Rare Silk Opera Coat & Floral Jumper Gown 1960's
Malcolm Starr Rare Silk Opera Coat & Floral Jumper Gown 1960's

Malcolm Starr Rare Silk Opera Coat & Floral Jumper Gown 1960's

By Malcolm Starr

Located in New York, NY

Incredibly beautiful neon green opera coat fully lined with three french knots hand made front

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1960s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

1960s Green Brocade Dress and Coat.
1960s Green Brocade Dress and Coat.

1960s Green Brocade Dress and Coat.

Located in San Francisco, CA

1960s Green Brocade Dress and Coat. Incredible late 1950s, early 1960s era dress and opera coat

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1960s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

1920s Vintage Dress and Opera Coat Ensemble Suit Outfit Velvet Lace
1920s Vintage Dress and Opera Coat Ensemble Suit Outfit Velvet Lace

1920s Vintage Dress and Opera Coat Ensemble Suit Outfit Velvet Lace

Located in Portland, OR

collar, and a matching black velvet opera coat. The opera coat is lined and trimmed in a silk crepe and

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Early 20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare 1970s Coral Silk Chiffon Stavropoulos Dress & Capelet
Rare 1970s Coral Silk Chiffon Stavropoulos Dress & Capelet

Rare 1970s Coral Silk Chiffon Stavropoulos Dress & Capelet

By George Stavropoulos

Located in Rockwood, ON

to find a piece done at this level is just a treat. This coat is really museum worthy. His clients

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Maximillian Quilted Floral Silk Coat with Mink Trim
Maximillian Quilted Floral Silk Coat with Mink Trim

Maximillian Quilted Floral Silk Coat with Mink Trim

Located in Houston, TX

influenced dress coat with red and magenta flower motif and gold thread. The collar and sleeves are trimmed

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20th Century American Opera Coats

Balenciaga Vintage Silk Cape Collar Full Skirt Trench Coat Dress, c. 1988
Balenciaga Vintage Silk Cape Collar Full Skirt Trench Coat Dress, c. 1988

Balenciaga Vintage Silk Cape Collar Full Skirt Trench Coat Dress, c. 1988

By Balenciaga

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Balenciaga Vintage Silk Cape Collar Full Skirt Trench Coat Dress, c.1988 Estimated Size: UK 12

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1980s French Trench Coats

Alexander McQueen Grey Velvet & Marble Patterned Silk Bridal Evening Cape
Alexander McQueen Grey Velvet & Marble Patterned Silk Bridal Evening Cape

Alexander McQueen Grey Velvet & Marble Patterned Silk Bridal Evening Cape

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

oversized hood. Perfect as an alternative to an opera coat at a party over an evening dress. Condition

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21st Century and Contemporary Capes

Tom Ford for YSL Rive Gauche Chinese Motif Woven Black & Pink Brocade Skirt
Tom Ford for YSL Rive Gauche Chinese Motif Woven Black & Pink Brocade Skirt

Tom Ford for YSL Rive Gauche Chinese Motif Woven Black & Pink Brocade Skirt

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in San Francisco, CA

like a second skin. Silk brocade sheath dresses were finished with collars that curved around the

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Skirts

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Dolce & Gabbana Flower Applique Pants and Fringe Trim Top

Dolce & Gabbana Flower Applique Pants and Fringe Trim Top

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Water Mill, NY

A stunning black pant and top/vest set from Dolce & Gabbana covered in silk flowers of different varieties and colors. The V neck top is midriff length with 2 feet of fine silk fring...

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1990s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

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Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress

Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress

By Missoni

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous colorful fine silk knit halter dress from Missoni in a red, orange, blue, yellow, white, lavender and black abstract pattern. It slips on over the head and has 2 black str...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

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VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Vintage Floral Beaded Black Silk Gown Ruffle Maxi Dress

VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Vintage Floral Beaded Black Silk Gown Ruffle Maxi Dress

By Valentino

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Valentino Boutique Vintage 100% silk Jet black silk with beautiful beads, sequins, and threading to create a romantic floral cascading pattern Double v-neck front and back with delic...

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1990s Evening Gowns

John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set

John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set

By John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...

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1990s French Cardigans

ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress

ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Cocktail dr...

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1990s 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

Comme des Garcons Avant garde Striped  Applique Jacket Fall 2013
Comme des Garcons Avant garde Striped  Applique Jacket Fall 2013

Comme des Garcons Avant garde Striped Applique Jacket Fall 2013

$1,200Sale Price|20% Off

Size: Extra Small

Comme des Garcons Avant garde Striped Applique Jacket Fall 2013

By Comme des Garçons

Located in University City, MO

Comme des Garcons Avant-garde striped floral rosette applique jacket Fall 2013 Extra Small Size The edgy unique high fashion jacket is constructed with black & white stripes througho...

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2010s Japanese Blazers

Vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA Black Silk & Swarovski Maxi Evening Dress Gown Size 8
Vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA Black Silk & Swarovski Maxi Evening Dress Gown Size 8

Vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA Black Silk & Swarovski Maxi Evening Dress Gown Size 8

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The Vintage Oscar de la Renta evening gown is a true masterpiece of elegance and glamour. Crafted from luxurious black silk, this strapless gown drapes beautifully, exuding a sense o...

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1980s American Evening Gowns

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress

By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy

Located in Thiensville, WI

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...

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1990s French Informal Dresses

1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra

1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra

Located in New York, NY

1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra

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1950s Bras

Vintage 1990s Christian Lacroix blazer jacket
Vintage 1990s Christian Lacroix blazer jacket

Vintage 1990s Christian Lacroix blazer jacket

$315Sale Price|20% Off

Size: 36 FR

Vintage 1990s Christian Lacroix blazer jacket

By Christian Lacroix

Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR

Vintage 1990s Christian Lacroix black blazer jacket from the Bazar collection with baroque patern. In perfect condition almost brand new. Christian Lacroix's Bazar collection is one...

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1990s French Blazers

Neiman Marcus Vintage Black Mink Jacket
Neiman Marcus Vintage Black Mink Jacket

Neiman Marcus Vintage Black Mink Jacket

$1,218Sale Price|59% Off

L 24.81 in

Neiman Marcus Vintage Black Mink Jacket

By Neiman Marcus

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This Neiman- Marcus black mink has 2 pockets, 1 closing hook at the collar and 4 decorative buttons. We offer more exclusive fur items, view our frontstore With a number issued by ...

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20th Century American Coats and Outerwear

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

Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Lizard Encrusted Artisan Clutch c 1970s
Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Lizard Encrusted Artisan Clutch c 1970s

Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Lizard Encrusted Artisan Clutch c 1970s

Located in University City, MO

Opulent mother of pearl crystal lizard encrusted artisan clutch purse c 1970s The exquisite artisan clutch is designed with an organic mother of pearl clam shell Embellished with a ...

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1970s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

1950's Sequin Leaf Cocktail Dress with Scarf
1950's Sequin Leaf Cocktail Dress with Scarf

1950's Sequin Leaf Cocktail Dress with Scarf

Located in New York, NY

Charming 1950's Sequin Leaf Printed Cotton Cocktail Dress with Scarf. Fitted bodice with draped panel and super full skirt with occasional sequined accents. Sequined leaf motif mount...

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1950s American Day Dresses

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Silk Opera Coat And Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary silk opera coat and dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have brown, beige, blue and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect silk opera coat and dress among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but HAUTE COUTURE INT'L, D'Crenza and Saks Fifth Avenue each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Finding a silk opera coat and dress for sale for women should be easy, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Silk Opera Coat And Dress?

Prices for a silk opera coat and dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $435 and can go as high as $4,895, while, on average they fetch $1,250.

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