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Black Regency Ruched and Scalloped Silk Velvet Pelerine Mantle Cape - S-M, 1930s
Black Regency Ruched and Scalloped Silk Velvet Pelerine Mantle Cape - S-M, 1930s

Black Regency Ruched and Scalloped Silk Velvet Pelerine Mantle Cape - S-M, 1930s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Thigh-length mantle with banded collar and plain front and back curved inset yoke; falls to knee in back and low thigh in front. Vertical ruching from yoke bottom to hem around full ...

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1930s American Pelerines

VALENTINO red pleated satin ribbon bow peep toe stiletto pumps EU37
VALENTINO red pleated satin ribbon bow peep toe stiletto pumps EU37

VALENTINO red pleated satin ribbon bow peep toe stiletto pumps EU37

By Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino

Located in Hong Kong, NT

The design features distinct vertical ruching across the toe box and an oversized, structural satin bow positioned on the lateral side of each shoe.

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2010s Italian Heels

D&G by Dolce & Gabbana Black Silk Ruched Cocktail Dress, circa mid-2000s
D&G by Dolce & Gabbana Black Silk Ruched Cocktail Dress, circa mid-2000s

D&G by Dolce & Gabbana Black Silk Ruched Cocktail Dress, circa mid-2000s

By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Located in Berlin, DE

The sleeveless silhouette features vertical ruching throughout, a velvet waistband to accentuate the hourglass shape, and a cascading ruffle at the front for added drama.

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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

CHANEL 2011 black white checkered frayed tweed buttons ruched mini dress FR36 S
CHANEL 2011 black white checkered frayed tweed buttons ruched mini dress FR36 S

CHANEL 2011 black white checkered frayed tweed buttons ruched mini dress FR36 S

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, NT

The tailored upper bodice features two flat chest flap accent pockets adorned with small, round grey resin buttons. Heavy elasticized vertical ruching gathers the fabric tightly thro...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mini Dress

Bergdorf Goodman Corseted Strapless Victor Costa Little Black Dress 1980s
Bergdorf Goodman Corseted Strapless Victor Costa Little Black Dress 1980s

Bergdorf Goodman Corseted Strapless Victor Costa Little Black Dress 1980s

By Bergdorf Goodman, Victor Costa

Located in Chicago, IL

With a strapless curvaceous sweetheart neckline, narrow sinuous folds of crepe silk-blend jersey cross diagonally below the decollete, while contrasting vertical ruching defines the ...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Early 2000s Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Silk Ruffle Button Skirt
Early 2000s Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Silk Ruffle Button Skirt

Early 2000s Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Silk Ruffle Button Skirt

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Crafted in black silk, it features controlled front ruching and a vertical ruffle detail. A full-length button closure runs from waist to hem.

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Early 2000s French Skirts

Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2003 Sheer Drape Top
Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2003 Sheer Drape Top

Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2003 Sheer Drape Top

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Paris, FR

Body crafted from semi-sheer stretch mesh with allover horizontal ruching. Central vertical panel constructed from metallic silver chainmail detailing that runs from bust to hem.

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Early 2000s Tank Tops

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1930s Dark Rust Silk Velvet Ruched Evening Gown
1930s Dark Rust Silk Velvet Ruched Evening Gown

1930s Dark Rust Silk Velvet Ruched Evening Gown

Located in San Francisco, CA

The bodice has a deep v-neckline and in addition the waist is emphasized by several inches of vertical ruching and attached belt back with covered buckle.

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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

PRADA Size 4 Orange Ruched Silk Black Lace V Neck Dress Top
PRADA Size 4 Orange Ruched Silk Black Lace V Neck Dress Top

PRADA Size 4 Orange Ruched Silk Black Lace V Neck Dress Top

By Prada

Located in San Francisco, CA

Bodice's design reminiscent of a corset with vertical lines and ruching. Zippers at both sides from armhole to waist.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Blouses

1980s Tadashi Hot Pink Cocktail Dress
1980s Tadashi Hot Pink Cocktail Dress

1980s Tadashi Hot Pink Cocktail Dress

By Tadashi Shoji

Located in San Francisco, CA

1980s Tadashi hot pink cocktail dress featuring a strapless/sleeveless neckline, pleated and ruching coming to a central vertical ruffle. The ruching and pleating go down past the hi...

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Ermanno Scervino Silk Floral Dress, SS 2005

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By Ermanno Scervino

Located in Marlborough, GB

Ermanno Scervino silk floral print dress, Spring Summer 2005 Print appeared on runway. Built-in purple bra which forms the straps. Fastens with back zip and bra clasp. Lined. 100% si...

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Early 2000s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

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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

2000s DOLCE & GABBANA Black Mohair sheer Cream lace trim mini slip dress
2000s DOLCE & GABBANA Black Mohair sheer Cream lace trim mini slip dress

2000s DOLCE & GABBANA Black Mohair sheer Cream lace trim mini slip dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Sheffield, GB

Delicate 2000s DOLCE & GABBANA Black Mohair and Cream lace trimmed mini slip dress, featuring fully adjustable shoulder straps and pretty bow detail at the front. The mohair is semi...

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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

Vintage Azzedine Alaia 1980s  Black + Nude Viscose 80s Mini Sweater Dress Tunic
Vintage Azzedine Alaia 1980s  Black + Nude Viscose 80s Mini Sweater Dress Tunic

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By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage 1980s AZZEDINE ALAIA black and nude viscose micro mini sweater dress / tunic! Features the most luxurious soft viscose rayon that drapes the body so beautifully. Dolman ...

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1980s Italian Mini Dress

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...

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1990s Evening Gowns

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Ivory Beaded Silk Bridal Wedding Gown w.Shawl
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Ivory Beaded Silk Bridal Wedding Gown w.Shawl

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Ivory Beaded Silk Bridal Wedding Gown w.Shawl

By Eavis & Brown

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier Wedding gown with matching shawl Vintage 1990's Photographs a little "whiter" than it looks ...

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1990s Wedding Dresses

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Chanel F/W 1991 Vintage Black Pearl Embellished Mini Dress

Chanel F/W 1991 Vintage Black Pearl Embellished Mini Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Chanel F/W 1991 black dress with faux pearl “necklace” embellishment — a beautifully documented runway piece, also pictured in the official collection catalog on Linda Evangelista. ...

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

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New Gucci Runway Python Gold Heeled Mules Sz 9.5

New Gucci Runway Python Gold Heeled Mules Sz 9.5

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By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Gucci Horsebit Heels Brand New * Stunning in Black Snakeskin * Studded Gold Heel * Size: 9.5 * Leather Insole * Open toe * 4.5" Heel * With Box, Dust Cover and Extra Heel Tips * Impo...

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Gucci Tom Ford Fall 2001 Size 38 / 2 Runway Black Silk Strapless Post - It Dress
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By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare vintage Gucci, by Tom Ford Fall 2001 black silk strapless post-it Runaway dress ! Fashioned after post-it notes. Built in bodice holds everything in place. Hidden zipper up the ...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar

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Located in Amsterdam, NL

We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...

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New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37

New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Conroe, TX

Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977... His Fi...

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Early 2000s Italian Shoes

Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set

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By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...

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Early 2000s French Day Dresses

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John Galliano for Christian Dior Lace up Silk Dress

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By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black fine silk dress with stretch from Christian Dior. It has a scoop neck front and back with intricate lacing starting at one shoulder crossing the front and back wrap...

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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

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Sheer Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Sheer Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Sheer Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Exquisite 1990s vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA for SAKS 5th AVE Couture black silk chiffon and chattily lace sheer evening gown ! This beautiful dress has so much attention to details. Mu...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

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Vertical Ruching For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary vertical ruching you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find beige, pink and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect vertical ruching may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Bergdorf Goodman, Ceil Chapman and Comme des Garçons are consistently popular. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Vertical Ruching?

The price for a vertical ruching starts at $315 and tops out at $6,288, and on average, selling for $1,010.

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