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Velvet Duster Coat

1970s Jean Damien Couture Black Velvet Metallic Duster Coat
1970s Jean Damien Couture Black Velvet Metallic Duster Coat

1970s Jean Damien Couture Black Velvet Metallic Duster Coat

Located in London, GB

A show-stopper of a jacket, this late 1960s to early 1970s duster coat is the perfect throw-on

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1970s French Opera Coats

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Exotic Moss Green Fringe Beaded Devore Duster
Exotic Moss Green Fringe Beaded Devore Duster

Exotic Moss Green Fringe Beaded Devore Duster

Located in University City, MO

Exotic moss green fringe beaded devore velvet duster The unique sheer duster coat is designed with

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Shawls

Issey Miyake vintage velvet pleated duster coat
Issey Miyake vintage velvet pleated duster coat

Issey Miyake vintage velvet pleated duster coat

By Issey Miyake

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Issey Miyake vintage velvet pleated duster coat. This is a very unusual pleat treatment, the

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1980s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

1920s Velvet Fringe Flapper Duster Coat
1920s Velvet Fringe Flapper Duster Coat

1920s Velvet Fringe Flapper Duster Coat

Located in Rockwood, ON

Amazing cut velvet on silk chiffon done in a gorgeous art deco design. The base fabric has red

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Jackets

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Black Silk Velvet Gold Bouillon Beaded Opera Coat w Blue Silk Lining-S-M, 1920s

Located in Tucson, AZ

A spectacle of a coat no matter the decade, this extraordinary piece is in such pristine condition and relevant style that it could have walked off this year’s runway. The masterful ...

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1920s Unknown Opera Coats

Paul Daunay Couture silk and wool dress and coat ensemble, c. 1952-57
Paul Daunay Couture silk and wool dress and coat ensemble, c. 1952-57

Paul Daunay Couture silk and wool dress and coat ensemble, c. 1952-57

By Paul Daunay

Located in London, GB

Presenting an exquisite and exceptionally rare Paul Daunay couture fall daytime ensemble, a true gem hailing from the era of circa 1952-57. This ensemble is a stunning showcase of ar...

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1950s French Day Dresses

1960s Nina Ricci Couture Ruby Velvet Gown & Cape Ensemble W/ Heavy Bead Trim
1960s Nina Ricci Couture Ruby Velvet Gown & Cape Ensemble W/ Heavy Bead Trim

1960s Nina Ricci Couture Ruby Velvet Gown & Cape Ensemble W/ Heavy Bead Trim

By Nina Ricci

Located in Gresham, OR

An incredible and rare 1960s Nina Ricci Couture ruby red evening ensemble: an evening gown with a portrait neckline, fitted "princess" seaming, 3/4 sleeves and a faux Empire waist tr...

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1960s French Dress and Coat Ensembles

Gorgeous Iconic Thierry Mugler Gown SS1999 Evening Dress Silver Lucite Details
Gorgeous Iconic Thierry Mugler Gown SS1999 Evening Dress Silver Lucite Details

Gorgeous Iconic Thierry Mugler Gown SS1999 Evening Dress Silver Lucite Details

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Museum worthy collectors piece. Absolutely gorgeous documented Thierry Mugler dress, Spring Summer 1999 Collection. Documented on the runway as well as on the iconic portrait of Man...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yohji Yamamoto black silk skirt suit with voluminous padded cuffs, fw 2003
Yohji Yamamoto black silk skirt suit with voluminous padded cuffs, fw 2003

Yohji Yamamoto black silk skirt suit with voluminous padded cuffs, fw 2003

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in London, GB

▪ Yohji Yamamoto black silk suit skirt ▪ Single-breasted jacket ▪ Detachable voluminous padded cuffs ▪ Ankle-length skirt with back kick split ▪ SIZE JP 2 - EUR M ▪ Fall-Winter ...

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Early 2000s Japanese Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Thierry Mugler Phenomenal Rare 1985/86 Faux Fur Coat Jacket
Thierry Mugler Phenomenal Rare 1985/86 Faux Fur Coat Jacket

Thierry Mugler Phenomenal Rare 1985/86 Faux Fur Coat Jacket

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Museum worthy piece of Fashion History Breathtaking extremely rare Thierry Mugler creation, 1985/86 Collection. Super soft faux fur crop coat in the most vibrant beautiful colour. ...

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1980s French Coats and Outerwear

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

S/S 1996 Thierry Mugler Sculptural Runway Museum Skirt Suit Ensemble
S/S 1996 Thierry Mugler Sculptural Runway Museum Skirt Suit Ensemble

S/S 1996 Thierry Mugler Sculptural Runway Museum Skirt Suit Ensemble

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Concord, NC

Own a piece of fashion history with this extraordinary documented Thierry Mugler Spring Summer 1996 skirt suit. Black and white jacket with a large folding collar and a large white s...

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1990s French Skirt Suits

Yves Saint Laurent Ribbed Blazer Jacket, Fall-Winter 1973
Yves Saint Laurent Ribbed Blazer Jacket, Fall-Winter 1973

Yves Saint Laurent Ribbed Blazer Jacket, Fall-Winter 1973

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Geneva, CH

Made of a deep purple ribbed wool jersey, this early 70's YSL jacket combines sleek tailoring and relaxed fit. Shirt collar, it fastens with six glossy buttons down the front and has...

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1970s French Jackets

Thierry Mugler Couture Dramatic Silk Corset Top Bodice Bustier
Thierry Mugler Couture Dramatic Silk Corset Top Bodice Bustier

Thierry Mugler Couture Dramatic Silk Corset Top Bodice Bustier

By Thierry Mugler Couture

Located in Berlin, BE

Breathtaking Thierry Mugler Couture 02/03 Silk Corset. A vision of bold sensuality and architectural elegance. This is piece is unworn and comes with the original tag from FW 2002/20...

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Early 2000s French Bodices

1960s Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Organza Blue Sheath Cocktail Dress
1960s Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Organza Blue Sheath Cocktail Dress

1960s Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Organza Blue Sheath Cocktail Dress

By Givenchy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1960s Givenchy Haute Couture Blue Silk Linen Dress designed by Hubert de Givenchy. Sleeveless and large collar at the back. Fit best size: Small 2 or 4. Perfect for cocktail dinner ...

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1960s French Sheath Dresses

Late 1980s Thierry Mugler Sculptural Velvet Faux Skirt Suit Midi Dress
Late 1980s Thierry Mugler Sculptural Velvet Faux Skirt Suit Midi Dress

Late 1980s Thierry Mugler Sculptural Velvet Faux Skirt Suit Midi Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This late 1980s Thierry Mugler black midi dress features a sculptural design with velvet accents, mimicking a skirt suit. The structured silhouette includes exaggerated lapels, a dou...

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1980s French Maxi Dress

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

Spectacular Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Runway Black Bombshell Vinyl Coat
Spectacular Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Runway Black Bombshell Vinyl Coat

Spectacular Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Runway Black Bombshell Vinyl Coat

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Iconic black Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1996 Collection Bombshell vinyl trench coat. This stunning jacket exudes a hypnotic blend of dominance and sophistication. Its sculptural s...

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1990s French Coats and Outerwear

1975 James Galanos Dramatic Aubergine Jersey Maxi Gown w Fabulous Draped Hood
1975 James Galanos Dramatic Aubergine Jersey Maxi Gown w Fabulous Draped Hood

1975 James Galanos Dramatic Aubergine Jersey Maxi Gown w Fabulous Draped Hood

By James Galanos, James Galanos for Amelia Gray

Located in Gresham, OR

A dramatic and rare 1975 James Galanos aubergine rayon matte jersey gown with Empire belted waistline, full cuffed sleeves and a gorgeous loosely draped hood! Channel your inner Grac...

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1970s American Evening Gowns

Comme des Garçons Black Lace Heavyweight Jacket with Padded Sleeves, fw 2013
Comme des Garçons Black Lace Heavyweight Jacket with Padded Sleeves, fw 2013

Comme des Garçons Black Lace Heavyweight Jacket with Padded Sleeves, fw 2013

By Comme des Garçons

Located in London, GB

▪ A Rare Comme des Garçons Runway jacket ▪ Fall-Winter 2013 ▪ Fashioned from black cotton lace complemented by a contrasting red lining ▪ Single-breasted silhouette ▪ Features wide ...

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2010s Japanese Jackets

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Finding the Right Coats-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.

Questions About Velvet Duster Coat
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How long a duster coat should be depends on your height. As a good rule of thumb, the hem of a duster should fall between your knee and mid-calf. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage and designer duster coats.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Today, the purpose of a duster coat is to add a layer of warmth to an outfit. Historically, the coat helped to keep dust off of the clothing of men and women traveling by horseback. Shop a range of duster coats on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A duster coat is a loose- fitting, lightweight coat made of canvas or linen. They were originally worn by horsemen to protect their clothing from trail dust and were slit at the back up to hip level for ease of wearing. Today, a duster coat is often worn unbuttoned over the clothing. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer duster coats from top fashion boutiques around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The reason why duster coats are called duster coats relates to their original purpose. When first developed during the 19th century, dusters helped men and women keep dust and dirt off of their clothing when they were on horseback. You'll find a variety of duster coats on 1stDibs.

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