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Vintage Silk Evening Jackets

Vintage Vogue Paris Original Black Silk Evening Jacket
Vintage Vogue Paris Original Black Silk Evening Jacket

Vintage Vogue Paris Original Black Silk Evening Jacket

By Vogue

Located in London, GB

A stunning vintage black silk evening jacket. The jacket is in a wonderful raw silk with decorative trim.

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1990s Jackets

Guy Laroche 1980's Black Silk Blend Evening Jacket - Size 40
Guy Laroche 1980's Black Silk Blend Evening Jacket - Size 40

Guy Laroche 1980's Black Silk Blend Evening Jacket - Size 40

By Guy Laroche

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The 80's is back with this Guy Laroche Vintage Black Silk Blend Evening Jacket - 40 - circa 1980s.

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1980s French Jackets

Vintage 1980s Black Beaded Silk Cocktail Evening Coat
Vintage 1980s Black Beaded Silk Cocktail Evening Coat

Vintage 1980s Black Beaded Silk Cocktail Evening Coat

Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL

An 80s Vintage Black Beaded Trophy Cocktail Jacket is a striking piece of evening wear with distinct elements from both the 1980s and earlier eras, often combining bold 80s fashion w...

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1980s Indian Jackets

Vintage Silk Cocktail Dress and Jacket
Vintage Silk Cocktail Dress and Jacket

Vintage Silk Cocktail Dress and Jacket

Located in London, GB

A great silk cocktail dress and jacket in an interesting and unusual garlic print . The dress has 11 fabric covered buttons at the front and is tailored with a round neckline. It ha...

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1960s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Hermès 1970s Vintage Women's Brown Cream Silk Print Blazer Jacket
Hermès 1970s Vintage Women's Brown Cream Silk Print Blazer Jacket

Hermès 1970s Vintage Women's Brown Cream Silk Print Blazer Jacket

By Hermès

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1970s Chic HERMES Silk Jacket/ Blazer silk print in Brown and creme. label : HERMES Sport Fit size Small / US 2/4

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1970s French Evening Gowns

Vintage 1960s Yellow Silk Chiffon Gown with Jacket ensemble
Vintage 1960s Yellow Silk Chiffon Gown with Jacket ensemble

Vintage 1960s Yellow Silk Chiffon Gown with Jacket ensemble

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage 1960s Sylvia Nechis Yellow Silk Chiffon sleeveless V neck Soutache gown with cropped Jacket ensemble. White cord soutache and silver tiny sequins trough out the bodice and ja...

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1960s American Wedding Dresses

1970s Halston Tie Dyed Blue Silk Vintage 70s Dress Jacket Ensemble
1970s Halston Tie Dyed Blue Silk Vintage 70s Dress Jacket Ensemble

1970s Halston Tie Dyed Blue Silk Vintage 70s Dress Jacket Ensemble

By Halston

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning vintage 1970s HALSTON (attributed) blue tie dyed silk chiffon maxi dress and jacket ensemble! Dress simply slips over the head, and features multiple layers of soft lightwei...

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1970s Evening Gowns

Mollie Parnis 1968 Vintage Black Cotton Silk Swiss Dot Dress & Jacket
Mollie Parnis 1968 Vintage Black Cotton Silk Swiss Dot Dress & Jacket

Mollie Parnis 1968 Vintage Black Cotton Silk Swiss Dot Dress & Jacket

By Mollie Parnis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Mollie Parnis black dress and jacket. Tiny Swiss dot pattern throughout. The dress is sleeveless with spaghetti straps, fitted bodice with lace trim, flowing skirt and back z...

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gorgeous Vintage Judith Ann Navy Blue + Nude Silk Chiffon Beaded Dress + Jacket
Gorgeous Vintage Judith Ann Navy Blue + Nude Silk Chiffon Beaded Dress + Jacket

Gorgeous Vintage Judith Ann Navy Blue + Nude Silk Chiffon Beaded Dress + Jacket

By Judith Ann Creations, Judith Ann

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning vintage JUDITH ANN navy blue and grey / nude lining evening gown and lightweight jacket! Both pieces feature iridescent hand-sewn sequins and beads throughout. Dress has a n...

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Late 20th Century American Evening Dresses

1970s Teal Traina Neon Green Silk Chiffon Vintage Maxi Dress and Shirt Jacket
1970s Teal Traina Neon Green Silk Chiffon Vintage Maxi Dress and Shirt Jacket

1970s Teal Traina Neon Green Silk Chiffon Vintage Maxi Dress and Shirt Jacket

By Teal Traina

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing rare 70s TEAL TRAINA neon green silk chiffon spaghetti strap maxi dress and matching shirt jacket ! Tailored stitched bodice with a full skirt. Vibrant colors of neon green, ...

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1970s American Evening Gowns

1960s Norman Norell Pink Silk Sleeveless Maxi  Dress  and Jacket
1960s Norman Norell Pink Silk Sleeveless Maxi  Dress  and Jacket

1960s Norman Norell Pink Silk Sleeveless Maxi Dress and Jacket

By Norman Norell

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic Vintage Norman Norell early 60s sleeveless maxi silk dress in salmon pink color with cream polka dots. Dress comes with matching crop fitted jacket with silk Pom Pom buttons...

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1960's Silk chiffon Beaded Dress and matching jacket ensemble UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1960's Silk chiffon Beaded Dress and matching jacket ensemble UK 10 US 6

Vintage 1960's Silk chiffon Beaded Dress and matching jacket ensemble UK 10 US 6

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in an iconic silhouette, this timeless 1960's raw silk and silk chiffon dress and jacket ensemble, embellished with statement glass beadwork in shades of pearlescent white, ...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

1991 Silk Christian Lacroix Dress Jacket with Crystal Buttons
1991 Silk Christian Lacroix Dress Jacket with Crystal Buttons

1991 Silk Christian Lacroix Dress Jacket with Crystal Buttons

By Christian Lacroix

Located in London, GB

Striking black silk 'tuxedo' dress by Christian Lacroix, complete with large crystal button detail.

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

1970s Haute Couture Navy Silk Slip Dress and Beaded Jacket
1970s Haute Couture Navy Silk Slip Dress and Beaded Jacket

1970s Haute Couture Navy Silk Slip Dress and Beaded Jacket

Located in London, GB

This adaptable, two-piece ensemble is in excellent vintage condition with no flaws to the silk or beadwork.

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1970s French Cocktail Dresses

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Dynasty 1960s Vintage Silk Chinese Evening Jacket New in Original Box With Tags
Dynasty 1960s Vintage Silk Chinese Evening Jacket New in Original Box With Tags

Dynasty 1960s Vintage Silk Chinese Evening Jacket New in Original Box With Tags

By Dynasty

Located in Portland, OR

This beautiful champagne silk jacket from Dynasty was purchased at Mandarin Textiles Limited in Hong Kong in the 1960's and is still in its original box! This lovely evening jacket...

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1960s Hong Kong Jackets

Vintage Valentino Garavani Black Jacquard Tonal Botanical Print Silk Jacket
Vintage Valentino Garavani Black Jacquard Tonal Botanical Print Silk Jacket

Vintage Valentino Garavani Black Jacquard Tonal Botanical Print Silk Jacket

By Valentino Garavani, Valentino

Located in Portland, OR

This stunning vintage Valentino Garavani black silk evening jacket has a tonal botanical print and closes with black faceted buttons.

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1980s Italian Jackets

Vintage 1950s Bronze Silk Dupioni Dress with Sheer Jacket
Vintage 1950s Bronze Silk Dupioni Dress with Sheer Jacket

Vintage 1950s Bronze Silk Dupioni Dress with Sheer Jacket

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress and jacket * bronze silk dupioni dress * sheer bronze organza jacket * bow accents * silk straps & accents on dress * metal side zipper condition | ex...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1970's Sunset Floral Sheer Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress & Tie-Neck Jacket
Vintage 1970's Sunset Floral Sheer Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress & Tie-Neck Jacket

Vintage 1970's Sunset Floral Sheer Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress & Tie-Neck Jacket

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An ultra-chic 1970's fiery sunset floral print silk chiffon maxi dress ensemble from Léron of New York. Perfect wedding guest or party look! For over 100 years, Léron has created cus...

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1970s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage Hampstead Bazaar Silk Velvet Evening Jacket
Vintage Hampstead Bazaar Silk Velvet Evening Jacket

Vintage Hampstead Bazaar Silk Velvet Evening Jacket

Located in London, GB

A chic evening jacket by Hampstead Bazzaar. This easy to wear item is made of a luxurious silk velvet ( 70% silk, 30 % viscose). The jacket has an attractive blue /black pattern and...

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1970s Unknown Jackets

Vintage Donald Campbell Silk Velvet Evening Jacket
Vintage Donald Campbell Silk Velvet Evening Jacket

Vintage Donald Campbell Silk Velvet Evening Jacket

Located in London, GB

A great vintage velvet jacket by Donald Campbell. The jacket has a stand up collar, a 4 decorative button opening at the front and a2 1/2 slit on either side. It has a wonderful pin...

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1980s British Jackets

Escada Couture Jacket Beaded Evening Cocktail Black Silk Embellished Vintage 90s
Escada Couture Jacket Beaded Evening Cocktail Black Silk Embellished Vintage 90s

Escada Couture Jacket Beaded Evening Cocktail Black Silk Embellished Vintage 90s

By Escada

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Authentic, preowned, vintage jacket, made by Escada Couture, most likely in the mid 90s. Made from black silk, this tuxedo-style jacket is covered in TONS of black jet beads that sp...

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1990s German Jackets

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Brocade Printed Evening Jacket w/Braid & Tassel Trim
Yves Saint Laurent Silk Brocade Printed Evening Jacket w/Braid & Tassel Trim

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Brocade Printed Evening Jacket w/Braid & Tassel Trim

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Studio City, CA

A vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche silk satin brocaded evening jacket in an abstract feline skin pattern in shades of black, golden brown and light olive/taupe.

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Late 20th Century French Jackets

Vintage Valentino Ivory Silk Red Leaves Beaded  Long Evening Coat
Vintage Valentino Ivory Silk Red Leaves Beaded  Long Evening Coat

Vintage Valentino Ivory Silk Red Leaves Beaded Long Evening Coat

By Valentino

Located in Boca Raton, FL

An Exquisite Ivory silk Valentino long evening coat with embroidered and beaded branches and leaves motif throughout. The leaves are sculpted from red silk and sewn on by hand, each...

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Late 20th Century Italian Jackets

Vintage Valentino Ivory Silk Red Leaves Beaded  Long Evening Coat
Vintage Valentino Ivory Silk Red Leaves Beaded  Long Evening Coat

Vintage Valentino Ivory Silk Red Leaves Beaded Long Evening Coat

By Valentino

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Valentino designs have an underlying dramatic wonder to them. The silhouette, the fabric, the detail all come together in a spectacular showcase of a fresh aesthetic or a nostalgic d...

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Late 20th Century Italian Jackets

Harvey Nichols Black Silk Evening Swing Duster Coat, 1950s
Harvey Nichols Black Silk Evening Swing Duster Coat, 1950s

Harvey Nichols Black Silk Evening Swing Duster Coat, 1950s

By Harvey Nichols

Located in London, GB

This stylish 1950s Harvey Nichols swing cut evening coat in black silk is in beautiful vintage condition and has both classic and contemporary appeal.

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1950s British Single-Breasted Jackets

Vintage Japanese Silk Magenta Metallic Michiyuki Kimono Jacket Dress
Vintage Japanese Silk Magenta Metallic Michiyuki Kimono Jacket Dress

Vintage Japanese Silk Magenta Metallic Michiyuki Kimono Jacket Dress

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The michiyuki jacket is typically worn atop the traditional Japanese kimono generally for women on-the-go but also can make the kimono ensemble more formal. Coming in a variety of le...

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1970s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Vintage dark brown silk blend flap pockets mandarin collar jacket
YOHJI YAMAMOTO Vintage dark brown silk blend flap pockets mandarin collar jacket

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Vintage dark brown silk blend flap pockets mandarin collar jacket

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in Hong Kong, NT

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Vintage dark brown silk blend flap pockets mandarin collar jacket skirt set S Reference: PYCN/A00104 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Material: Silk, Blend Color: Brown Pattern: ...

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1990s Japanese Cocktail Dresses

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Vintage brown silk flap pockets mandarin collar jacket skirt S
YOHJI YAMAMOTO Vintage brown silk flap pockets mandarin collar jacket skirt S

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Vintage brown silk flap pockets mandarin collar jacket skirt S

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in Hong Kong, NT

YOHJI YAMAMOTO Vintage brown silk flap pockets mandarin collar jacket skirt S Reference: PYCN/A00104 Brand: Yohji Yamamoto Material: Silk, Blend Color: Brown Pattern: Solid Closure: ...

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1990s Japanese Cocktail Dresses

Mollie Parnis 70s Silk Jersey 2-Piece Halter & Jacket w/ Maribou
Mollie Parnis 70s Silk Jersey 2-Piece Halter & Jacket w/ Maribou

Mollie Parnis 70s Silk Jersey 2-Piece Halter & Jacket w/ Maribou

By Mollie Parnis

Located in Gresham, OR

Mollie Parnis Boutique 2-piece silk jersey ensemble in praline/clay tones. The halter dress is slinky and sexy with a waist band inset. The waist-tie jacket has a collar of fabulou...

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1970s American Evening Gowns

Vintage LINDKA CIERACH Size 10 Purple Silk Taffeta Jacket Skirt Evening Ensemble
Vintage LINDKA CIERACH Size 10 Purple Silk Taffeta Jacket Skirt Evening Ensemble

Vintage LINDKA CIERACH Size 10 Purple Silk Taffeta Jacket Skirt Evening Ensemble

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage Lindka Cierach for Neiman Marcus evening ensemble comes in a beautiful purple iridescent silk taffeta and includes a tailored jacket with puff shoulders, triple frog closures...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Dress and Coat Ensembles

Vintage Black Silk Satin Embroidered Chinese Evening Jacket
Vintage Black Silk Satin Embroidered Chinese Evening Jacket

Vintage Black Silk Satin Embroidered Chinese Evening Jacket

Located in London, GB

A stunning vintage Chinese evening jacket. In a black silk satin ,the jacket has embroidery decoration in black , silver, pink and green.

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1980s Chinese Jackets

NWT's EAVIS & BROWN Vintage Bridal Silk Wedding Beaded Evening Jacket Couture
NWT's EAVIS & BROWN Vintage Bridal Silk Wedding Beaded Evening Jacket Couture

NWT's EAVIS & BROWN Vintage Bridal Silk Wedding Beaded Evening Jacket Couture

By Eavis & Brown

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Eavis & Brown Vintage Basically Couture Greige color with tonal incredible beadwork and pearls 100% pure silk, looks gauzy and so chic Makes for a great bridal wedding festivity ...

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1990s Jackets

Oscar de la Renta Vintage Rainbow Color Block Silk Evening Jacket, 1980s
Oscar de la Renta Vintage Rainbow Color Block Silk Evening Jacket, 1980s

Oscar de la Renta Vintage Rainbow Color Block Silk Evening Jacket, 1980s

By Oscar De La Renta, Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in Sparks, NV

Absolutely stunning vintage silk color block jacket by Oscar de la Renta in a beautiful patchwork silk satin. Fully lined with front snap closure. Hidden side pockets. Structured sho...

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1980s American Jackets

Vintage Leonard Paris Metallic Floral Silk Brocade Evening Dress Jacket
Vintage Leonard Paris Metallic Floral Silk Brocade Evening Dress Jacket

Vintage Leonard Paris Metallic Floral Silk Brocade Evening Dress Jacket

By Leonard

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Measurements: Shoulders: 15.5 inches Sleeves: 24 inches Bust: 32 - 34 inches Waist: 24 inches Hips: 35 inches Length: 35 inches front, 36 inches back This versatile, vintage evening...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Hardy Amies teal blue silk taffeta two piece dress, Jacket, Evening gown
Vintage Hardy Amies teal blue silk taffeta two piece dress, Jacket, Evening gown

Vintage Hardy Amies teal blue silk taffeta two piece dress, Jacket, Evening gown

By Hardy Amies

Located in NEWARK, GB

An incredible vintage two piece dress by Hardy Amies. Made in a vibrant slightly two tone blue / green shot silk taffeta the set comprises of a long length evening gown and a matchi...

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Late 20th Century British Evening Gowns

Vintage 1930's Red Velvet Evening Gown and Jacket Silk Velvet UK 6- 8 US 2-4
Vintage 1930's Red Velvet Evening Gown and Jacket Silk Velvet UK 6- 8 US 2-4

Vintage 1930's Red Velvet Evening Gown and Jacket Silk Velvet UK 6- 8 US 2-4

Located in Nashville, TN

An unforgettable piece, this original 1930's deep red silk velvet dress, paired with a matching silk velvet jacket which is in turn finished with the most incredible statement glass ...

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1930s Evening Dresses

1960s Christian Dior Vintage Silk + Mink Fur Dress Ensemble (Top/ Skirt/ Jacket)
1960s Christian Dior Vintage Silk + Mink Fur Dress Ensemble (Top/ Skirt/ Jacket)

1960s Christian Dior Vintage Silk + Mink Fur Dress Ensemble (Top/ Skirt/ Jacket)

By Christian Dior

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning 1960s Christian Dior three-piece ensemble done in a gold silk brocade with brown mink fur trim. Wear together or separately! Fits like a modern size medium. The jacket is fu...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1930's Silk Floral Bias Cut Dress & Jacket UK 8-10 US 4-6
Vintage 1930's Silk Floral Bias Cut Dress & Jacket UK 8-10 US 4-6

Vintage 1930's Silk Floral Bias Cut Dress & Jacket UK 8-10 US 4-6

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly mesmerising 1930's silk floral dress and jacket in a palette of reds, oranges, yellows and greens set against a brown base background with lilac and cream accents, is the ...

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1930s Evening Dresses

Dramatic Vintage Pamela Dennis Couture Navy Blue Silk Opera Coat Evening Jacket
Dramatic Vintage Pamela Dennis Couture Navy Blue Silk Opera Coat Evening Jacket

Dramatic Vintage Pamela Dennis Couture Navy Blue Silk Opera Coat Evening Jacket

By Pamela Dennis

Located in San Diego, CA

Dramatic vintage PAMELA DENNIS midnight blue silk opera jacket! Incredible amount of volume, featuring a shawl collar. The finest of silks was used on this couture beauty. Functional...

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1980s American Opera Coats

Iconic Vintage Geoffrey Beene Floral Silk Kimono Evening Jacket
Iconic Vintage Geoffrey Beene Floral Silk Kimono Evening Jacket

Iconic Vintage Geoffrey Beene Floral Silk Kimono Evening Jacket

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York City, NY

Iconic 1980s Geoffrey Beene watercolor floral print silk evening jacket with architectural details. Geometric ribbed stitching and crisp angular collar. Dolman kimono sleeves, clut...

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1980s Jackets

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Vintage Silk Evening Jackets For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of vintage silk evening jackets for sale on 1stDibs. For vintage silk evening jackets, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Gray, Brown and more in stock now. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Vintage silk evening jackets such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Oscar De La Renta, Pierre Balmain and Valentino are consistently popular. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much are Vintage Silk Evening Jackets?

The prices for vintage silk evening jackets start at $169 and top out at $9,000 with these items, on average, selling for $1,223.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

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. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

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