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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

A rare and elegant two-piece ensemble from the renowned couture house Molyneux, dating to the 1930s. This set includes a sleeveless silk dress paired with a coordinating longline ope...

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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

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This vintage short jacket/bolero is embroided with colorful sequins, silk and has shoulder pads. We offer more exclusive vintage items , view our frontstore Can be worn on jeans o...

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20th Century Opera Coats

Flower Power Sequin Jacket
Flower Power Sequin Jacket

Flower Power Sequin Jacket

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Flower Power Sequin Jacket

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This vintage gold silk jacket is embroided with colorful sequins flowers. We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore Details: Fully lined. Can be worn on jeans or ev...

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20th Century Opera Coats

1950's Black Beaded Silk Ensemble Cocktail Dress and Opera Coat Size 6
1950's Black Beaded Silk Ensemble Cocktail Dress and Opera Coat Size 6

1950's Black Beaded Silk Ensemble Cocktail Dress and Opera Coat Size 6

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a custom 1950's opera coat and cocktail dress ensemble. This set is composed of a beautiful black beaded silk.

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1950s Hong Kong Dress and Coat Ensembles

1960 Canary Yellow Silk Brocade Flower Appliqué Cocktail Dress & Opera Coat
1960 Canary Yellow Silk Brocade Flower Appliqué Cocktail Dress & Opera Coat

1960 Canary Yellow Silk Brocade Flower Appliqué Cocktail Dress & Opera Coat

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Canary yellow silk brocade cocktail dress and opera coat ensemble: Floral brocade dress features applied silk flowers at bodice and neckline.

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1960s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

Black Silk Moiré Jeweled Tea Dress and Red-Lined Opera Coat Ensemble - XS, 1950s
Black Silk Moiré Jeweled Tea Dress and Red-Lined Opera Coat Ensemble - XS, 1950s

Black Silk Moiré Jeweled Tea Dress and Red-Lined Opera Coat Ensemble - XS, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Unforgettable. Matching circle dress and opera coat set of black silk moiré. Sleeveless dress features plunging front and rear neckline and 12 princess seams around full bodice circ...

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1950s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

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

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

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1960s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

HAUTE COUTURE INTERNATIONAL Heavily Beaded Silk Champagne Opera Coat & Dress
HAUTE COUTURE INTERNATIONAL Heavily Beaded Silk Champagne Opera Coat & Dress

HAUTE COUTURE INTERNATIONAL Heavily Beaded Silk Champagne Opera Coat & Dress

By HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Haute Couture International ensemble is composed of a champagne tone embellished silk with a floral/Ivy motif. The coat features center button closures and the gown has a center...

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20th Century Hong Kong Evening Dresses and Gowns

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

This Haute Couture Int'l ensemble is composed of a beaded silk with floral motif in gold and black. The gown features a center back zipper and belt. The coat is a n open style with ...

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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

A top hat (also called a high hat, a cylinder hat, or a topper), is a tall, flat-crowned hat for men traditionally associated with formal wear in Western dress codes, meaning white t...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

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Brass

A Silver printed velvet kaftan or jacket by Mariano Fortuny Venice Italy C.1930
A Silver printed velvet kaftan or jacket by Mariano Fortuny Venice Italy C.1930

A Silver printed velvet kaftan or jacket by Mariano Fortuny Venice Italy C.1930

By Mariano Fortuny

Located in Toulon, FR

He filed several patents for inventions that fuelled the major artistic movements of the 20th century, such as Surrealism and Dadaism. The cuts of his dresses and coats were inspired...

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1920s Italian Dinner Jackets

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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, with a slight train, structured shoulders, long sleeves, a hook closure in the front, ...

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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

Description: Simply said, stunning. I am sure this beautiful jacket was worn to many a premier be it theater, opera or that newfangled thing called the movies. Slightly padded should...

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1930s Opera Coats

Vintage Bill Tice Silk & Velvet Beaded ' Ace of Spades ' Kimono Opera Jacket
Vintage Bill Tice Silk & Velvet Beaded ' Ace of Spades ' Kimono Opera Jacket

Vintage Bill Tice Silk & Velvet Beaded ' Ace of Spades ' Kimono Opera Jacket

By Bill Tice

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing RARE vintage BILL TICE ivory and black kimono jacket! Ivory silk, with black silk velvet, encrusted with black beads. Such a chic silhouette, with an 'Ace of Spades' theme. W...

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1980s American 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, embroideries of irregular sequins and tubular beads. The dress is tied by cotton ban...

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1920s Chinese Opera Coats

Mariano Fortuny sea green stenciled silk velvet coat early 1900s Fortuny
Mariano Fortuny sea green stenciled silk velvet coat early 1900s Fortuny

Mariano Fortuny sea green stenciled silk velvet coat early 1900s Fortuny

By Mariano Fortuny

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Mariano Fortuny y Madrazo, was born in Spain, he opened his couture house in 1906 closing in 1946...Fortuny was a fabric alchemist transforming fine silks and velvets via gold and si...

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Early 20th Century Italian 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 Taoist Dignitary (Fa Yi) dated in black ink on the lining "Winter 1874". Purple silk...

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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

The wildly exotic print of leopard spots, peacock feathers and a faint aurora borealis is set on top a luxurious 2-ply cotton velvet and is fully lined in black silk. Underneath the ...

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1970s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

James Galanos Couture Beaded Floral Silk Mini Dress with Hooded Opera Coat, 1970
James Galanos Couture Beaded Floral Silk Mini Dress with Hooded Opera Coat, 1970

James Galanos Couture Beaded Floral Silk Mini Dress with Hooded Opera Coat, 1970

By Galanos

Located in Boca Raton, FL

James Galanos is often a hidden gem of fashion. With his designs ranging from eccentric to presidential, Galanos’ work played a tremendous role in carving out the concept of American...

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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 ▪ Broad chenille collar embroidered to imitate astrakhan fur ▪ Shorter back ▪ Sil...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s Silk Velvet Blood Red Vintage 20s Luxurious Opera Flapper Jacket Coat
1920s Silk Velvet Blood Red Vintage 20s Luxurious Opera Flapper Jacket Coat

1920s Silk Velvet Blood Red Vintage 20s Luxurious Opera Flapper Jacket Coat

Located in San Diego, CA

Luxurious 1920s blood red silk velvet flapper jacket! This gem features the softest velvet that I have ever felt! Vibrant red color. Intricately pleated detail at the collar. Interio...

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1920s Mantle Coats

A Couture black velvet Opera coat by Worth in velvet - Paris C. 1930-1935
A Couture black velvet Opera coat by Worth in velvet - Paris C. 1930-1935

A Couture black velvet Opera coat by Worth in velvet - Paris C. 1930-1935

By Worth

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1930-1935 Paris An opera or evening coat in black silk velvet embroidered with roses from the famous House of Worth, numbered 32812 (?)

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1930s French Coats

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. Features a mandarin style collar, front pockets, and open style design. In excellent ...

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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 the Ballets Russes Opera Collection dating from 1976.

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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 fastener. Styled with Judith Leiber belt available for purchase at sielian's vintage 1s...

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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

Picture this coat with a silk dress with a trailing train, jewel-encrusted heels, a finger-waved bob with a curling ostrich plume, a pair of satin opera gloves, and the perfect laval...

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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 luxurious silk waistcoat would have been worn for formal evenings or occasions such as going to the theatre or the opera.

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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 finest Couture Textiles.

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2010s American Opera Coats

Dramatic Vintage Designer Hand Painted Silk Opera Coat Jacket
Dramatic Vintage Designer Hand Painted Silk Opera Coat Jacket

Dramatic Vintage Designer Hand Painted Silk Opera Coat Jacket

Located in San Diego, CA

Insanely gorgeous vintage hand-painted silk opera coat! Dramatic ballon sleeves, with a single oversized gold button at neck.

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1990s Opera Coats

Incredibly Rare Vintage Romeo Gigli Reversible Wine Burgundy Opera Coat Jacket
Incredibly Rare Vintage Romeo Gigli Reversible Wine Burgundy Opera Coat Jacket

Incredibly Rare Vintage Romeo Gigli Reversible Wine Burgundy Opera Coat Jacket

By Romeo Gigli

Located in San Diego, CA

Museum worthy vintage ROMEO GIGLI wine colored reversible opera / evening jacket kimono! Fine burgundy silk, with hand-sewn gold silk threaded paisley throughout. Reversible to a cas...

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1980s Italian 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 georgette, hand beaded overall in lines of black beads switching to gray translucent bead...

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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. Sold by L.A. Schulman Boutique White Plains NY (USA) 1950's. Appx. American size 6-8.

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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 pouf detail and opera cape. Approx US size 6

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1960s French Dress and Coat Ensembles

1960s Bernetti Citrine Silk Opera Coat & Dress Ensemble w Extravagant Beadwork
1960s Bernetti Citrine Silk Opera Coat & Dress Ensemble w Extravagant Beadwork

1960s Bernetti Citrine Silk Opera Coat & Dress Ensemble w Extravagant Beadwork

Located in Gresham, OR

A fabulous Bernetti 1960s 2 piece evening ensemble: Citrine silk opera coat and column dress with extravagant hand-sewn beadwork and rhinestone embroidery throughout.

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1960s American Evening Gowns

James Galanos Couture Beaded Floral Silk Mini Dress with Hooded Opera Coat, 1970
James Galanos Couture Beaded Floral Silk Mini Dress with Hooded Opera Coat, 1970

James Galanos Couture Beaded Floral Silk Mini Dress with Hooded Opera Coat, 1970

By Galanos

Located in Boca Raton, FL

James Galanos is often a hidden gem of fashion. With his designs ranging from eccentric to presidential, Galanos’ work played a tremendous role in carving out the concept of American...

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

SAMUEL WINSTON Heavily Beaded Evening Gown and Opera Coat with Belt Size Small
SAMUEL WINSTON Heavily Beaded Evening Gown and Opera Coat with Belt Size Small

SAMUEL WINSTON Heavily Beaded Evening Gown and Opera Coat with Belt Size Small

By Samuel Winston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Measurements (Approximately) Dress Length: 54.25" Bust: 33" Waist: 26.25" Hip: 35" Opera Coat Length: 54.5" Sleeve: 13.5" Bust: 40" Waist: 48" Hip: 48"

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20th Century Unknown Evening 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, 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 the Ballets Russes Opera Collection dating from 1976.

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1970s French Mantle Coats

D’Crenza Beverly Hills Vintage Custom Royal Blue Silk Evening Gown Plus Size
D’Crenza Beverly Hills Vintage Custom Royal Blue Silk Evening Gown Plus Size

D’Crenza Beverly Hills Vintage Custom Royal Blue Silk Evening Gown Plus Size

By D'Crenza

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Lea D’Crenza was a fashion designer to the stars of Hollywood and the rich and famous from 1960s to 1970s. His couture salon was on Beverly Blvd in Beverly Hills. This evening gown ...

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1960s American Evening Gowns

Spectacular Vintage 1950s Gold and Ivory Silk Brocade Opera Trapeze Jacket Coat
Spectacular Vintage 1950s Gold and Ivory Silk Brocade Opera Trapeze Jacket Coat

Spectacular Vintage 1950s Gold and Ivory Silk Brocade Opera Trapeze Jacket Coat

Located in San Diego, CA

Sensational vintage 50s trapeze/opera jacket by THE SURPRISING DRESS-ETERIA! Features an allover gold metallic and ivory printed silk brocade! Simple stunning fit that will accommoda...

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1950s American Dinner Jackets

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 with black fur fox trim. Sloping off the shoulder, the coat features narrow tapering...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Lillie Rubin Floral Silk Vintage Trapeze Swing Opera Jacket Coat, 1950s
Lillie Rubin Floral Silk Vintage Trapeze Swing Opera Jacket Coat, 1950s

Lillie Rubin Floral Silk Vintage Trapeze Swing Opera Jacket Coat, 1950s

By Lillie Rubin

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful late 50s LILLIE RUBIN silk opera jacket! Features roses and flowers in pink, yellow and green throughout, with ivory background. 3/4 sleeves, with a multiple layered collar...

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1950s French Jackets

Amazing 1960s Vintage Green Silk Shantung Beaded Long Evening Opera Coat Jacket
Amazing 1960s Vintage Green Silk Shantung Beaded Long Evening Opera Coat Jacket

Amazing 1960s Vintage Green Silk Shantung Beaded Long Evening Opera Coat Jacket

Located in San Diego, CA

Absolutely incredible vintage couture 60s raw silk long evening / opera jacket! Fantastic tailored fit that can easily transition from jeans to a dress. Hundreds of hand-sewn beads, ...

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1960s Jackets

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

A top hat (also called a high hat, a cylinder hat, or a topper), is a tall, flat-crowned hat for men traditionally associated with formal wear in Western dress codes, meaning white t...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

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Brass

1990 Nina Ricci (attributed to) Beautiful opera coat made of orange silk taffeta
1990 Nina Ricci (attributed to) Beautiful opera coat made of orange silk taffeta

1990 Nina Ricci (attributed to) Beautiful opera coat made of orange silk taffeta

By Nina Ricci

Located in Paris, FR

NINA RICCI – Attributed to ( Made in France ) – Magnificent opera coat composed of silk taffeta with floral pattern print representing peonies in orange, blue and purple colors.

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1990s French Opera Coats

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 bottom .Wide swirl ribbon embellishment. Crystal front top buttons. side pockets Gil...

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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 buttons.Button holes hand finished.Most of this garment is hand done and extraordinary ...

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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

This is a 2 piece outfit that includes a pretty tiered black silk velvet 1920's dress with a lace collar, and a matching black velvet opera coat.

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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

It is very pretty and fresh feeling - a girl will dance the entire night away in a dress like this. Excellent condition Comprised of multiple layers of the same coral silk chiffon.

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Important 1995 John Galliano Documented Runway Black Silk Draped Kimono Jacket
Important 1995 John Galliano Documented Runway Black Silk Draped Kimono Jacket

Important 1995 John Galliano Documented Runway Black Silk Draped Kimono Jacket

By John Galliano

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This dramatic showstopper combines the silhouette of Paul Poiret's opéra cocoon coat from the 1910's with the rectangular planes of kimono sleeves, showing Galliano's affinity with E...

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1990s Coats and Outerwear

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

You will never want to take this off! One of a Kind Maximilian New York silk quilted Asian influenced dress coat with red and magenta flower motif and gold thread. The collar and sl...

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20th Century American Opera Coats

Genuine Ottoman Egyptian Couture Art Deco Hand Woven Paisley Brocade Coat
Genuine Ottoman Egyptian Couture Art Deco Hand Woven Paisley Brocade Coat

Genuine Ottoman Egyptian Couture Art Deco Hand Woven Paisley Brocade Coat

Located in New York, NY

Genuine Egyptian Art Deco hand woven ivory brocade dress coat with indigo and mulberry floral and paisley design. Hand woven brocade border down front of coat, sleeve cuffs and all a...

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Early 20th Century Egyptian 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 / US 8/ EU 40.

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1980s French Trench Coats

Michael Kors Dramatic Vintage Strapless Red Silk Mermaid Dress w Fishtail Train
Michael Kors Dramatic Vintage Strapless Red Silk Mermaid Dress w Fishtail Train

Michael Kors Dramatic Vintage Strapless Red Silk Mermaid Dress w Fishtail Train

By Michael Kors

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Please use the zoom feature to see all the remarkable details. I show it with a red silk opera coat from Jean-Louis, in store. Size 4 Bust 34" Waist 27" Hips 39" Length 60" front...

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1980s American Evening Dresses

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

Perfect as an alternative to an opera coat at a party over an evening dress. Condition: Good Vintage Condition - Couple of minor marks to the velvet layer and quite a few pulls to ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Capes

Carolina Herrera For Neiman Marcus Red Silk Full Skirt Evening Coat, 1980s
Carolina Herrera For Neiman Marcus Red Silk Full Skirt Evening Coat, 1980s

Carolina Herrera For Neiman Marcus Red Silk Full Skirt Evening Coat, 1980s

By Carolina Herrera

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

The perfect accompaniment to a glamorous evening dress, worn as an opera coat but would also look stunning as part of a wedding guest outfit

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1980s American Single-Breasted Jackets

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

Pagoda-shouldered jackets, in satins the colour of precious gems, were cut to fit the body like a second skin. Silk brocade sheath dresses were finished with collars that curved arou...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Skirts

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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

John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
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By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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

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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

Vivienne Westwood gold crochet lurex long-sleeve cropped corset, fw 1993
Vivienne Westwood gold crochet lurex long-sleeve cropped corset, fw 1993

Vivienne Westwood gold crochet lurex long-sleeve cropped corset, fw 1993

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

▪ Vivienne Westwood corset ▪ Gold crocheted lurex yarn ▪ Built-in boned corset ▪ Long sleeves ▪ Wide neckline ▪ Cropped length ▪ Size Medium ▪ Fall-Winter 1993 ▪ Made in England

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1990s English Corsets

1990s Janine of London Lillie Rubin Silver Grey Metallic Crushed Velvet Dress
1990s Janine of London Lillie Rubin Silver Grey Metallic Crushed Velvet Dress

1990s Janine of London Lillie Rubin Silver Grey Metallic Crushed Velvet Dress

By Janine of London, Lillie Rubin

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 90s JANINE OF LONDON for LILLIE RUBIN silver gray crushed velvet metallic bodycon dress! Features the softest crushed velvet that stretches to fit. Has what first appears to be ...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Lanvin Castello Haute Couture Coral Silk Brocade Coat & Dress Ensemble 1950s
Lanvin Castello Haute Couture Coral Silk Brocade Coat & Dress Ensemble 1950s

Lanvin Castello Haute Couture Coral Silk Brocade Coat & Dress Ensemble 1950s

By Lanvin Paris, Antonio del Castillo

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Lanvin-Castello Haute Couture dress & coat ensemble in bright coral silk brocade from the 1950s. Lanvin is the oldest French fashion house founded by Jeanne Lanvin in Paris in 1889 u...

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1950s French Dress and Coat Ensembles

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

Black velvet vest with beaded fringes edge CHANTAL THOMASS
Black velvet vest with beaded fringes edge CHANTAL THOMASS

Black velvet vest with beaded fringes edge CHANTAL THOMASS

By Chantal Thomass

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black velvet vest with beaded and thread fringes edge. Black Rayon lining. Button and buttonhole on the middle front. SIZE 36/38 (Fr) S/M

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1990s Vests

Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s
Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s

Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s

By Chanel

Located in University City, MO

Chanel Silk charmeuse ribbon trim cocktail dress c 1990s Size 34 The elegant Chanel black silk evening dress is designed with slit detail on both shoulders accented with black ribb...

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's 50s Black Ruched Jersey Bodice Party Dress with a Drop Waist
Vintage 1950's 50s Black Ruched Jersey Bodice Party Dress with a Drop Waist

Vintage 1950's 50s Black Ruched Jersey Bodice Party Dress with a Drop Waist

Located in Sparks, NV

Simple but chic little black party dress from the 1950's. This dress features a jersey knit ruched bodice, drop waist, sweetheart bustline, 3/4 length sleeves and full flared skirt. ...

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1950s American Evening Dresses

Stunning Thierry Mugler Archival  FW 1986 Evening Gown Crystal Black Dress
Stunning Thierry Mugler Archival  FW 1986 Evening Gown Crystal Black Dress

Stunning Thierry Mugler Archival FW 1986 Evening Gown Crystal Black Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Gorgeous extremely rare Iconic Thierry Mugler Evening Dress, FW 1986 Collection "Les Voleuses" Museum worthy Collectors Piece The most dramatic evening gown with amazing crystal rhi...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Fox Fur Shearling Leather Jacket
Fox Fur Shearling Leather Jacket

Fox Fur Shearling Leather Jacket

$967Sale Price|20% Off

L 25.6 in

Fox Fur Shearling Leather Jacket

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This jacket is made of soft brown tuscany lamb shearling with fox fur We offer more exclusive fur /winter items, view our frontstore. Details: Made of brown soft quality shearling...

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20th Century Unknown Coats and Outerwear

Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008
Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008

Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Alexander McQueen red crinkled silk chiffon empire evening dress with long train, structured bust and draped skirt. Fall-Winter 2008

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Sapphire Silk Halter Ball Gown w Tabletop Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s
Sapphire Silk Halter Ball Gown w Tabletop Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s

Sapphire Silk Halter Ball Gown w Tabletop Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Worn by a well-to-do young Parisian at her debutante ball, which included a pre-party on a Seine-docked yacht. The convertible halter neck adds real-world practicality, but the jaw-...

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1950s French Ball Gowns

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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.

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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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