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F/W 1994 Karl Lagerfeld Open-Front Plunging Navy Wool Coat Dress
F/W 1994 Karl Lagerfeld Open-Front Plunging Navy Wool Coat Dress

F/W 1994 Karl Lagerfeld Open-Front Plunging Navy Wool Coat Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Karl Lagerfeld navy wool coat dress from the Fall/Winter 1994 collection features a bold open-front design with a plunging neckline.

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1990s French Coats and Outerwear

2001 Dolce & Gabbana Swarovski Wool Coat FW 2001 Runway
2001 Dolce & Gabbana Swarovski Wool Coat FW 2001 Runway

2001 Dolce & Gabbana Swarovski Wool Coat FW 2001 Runway

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

2001 Dolce & Gabbana Swarovski Wool Coat FW 2001 Runway Collection: Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2001 Ready To Wear Runway Show (Colette Pechekhonova walks the runway during the Dolce & Gabb...

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Early 2000s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Jean Paul Gaultier F/W 1994 'Le Grand Voyage' Caramel wool coat
Jean Paul Gaultier F/W 1994 'Le Grand Voyage' Caramel wool coat

Jean Paul Gaultier F/W 1994 'Le Grand Voyage' Caramel wool coat

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Milano, IT

- ‘Le Grand Voyage’ collection - Sold by Skof.Archive - Fall-Winter 1994/95 - Fully printed silky lined with taurus zodiac sign all over - Oversized fit - Floor-lenght caramel wool...

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1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Dolce & Gabbana Black Wool Coat with Crystal Buttons Sz.38/XS
Dolce & Gabbana Black Wool Coat with Crystal Buttons Sz.38/XS

Dolce & Gabbana Black Wool Coat with Crystal Buttons Sz.38/XS

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Krakow, PL

This stunning Dolce & Gabbana wool coat is a timeless addition to any wardrobe.

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Guy Laroche Yellow Wool Coat
Guy Laroche Yellow Wool Coat

Guy Laroche Yellow Wool Coat

By Guy Laroche

Located in Paris, FR

Guy Laroche sunflower unlined wool-mohair blend single breasted coat featuring a collarless design, a front button fastening, front pockets, long sleeves and gold-tone round buttons....

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Late 20th Century French Coats and Outerwear

Hermes wool coat circa 1990
Hermes wool coat circa 1990

Hermes wool coat circa 1990

By Hermès

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

HERMÈS - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1990 under the direction of Jean-Louis Dumas. Brown coat made of merino wool and camel hairs. Size M, it can fit a 40FR/42FR.

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1990s French Coats

Max&Co Wool Coat - '20s
Max&Co Wool Coat - '20s

Max&Co Wool Coat - '20s

Located in Milano, Lombardia

The long blue Max&Co. coat is defined by a luminous, delicate shade of blue that enhances the clean design of the piece.

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2010s Italian Coats

Anne Marie Beretta 1985 Wool Coat Women's Olive Green Geometric Design
Anne Marie Beretta 1985 Wool Coat Women's Olive Green Geometric Design

Anne Marie Beretta 1985 Wool Coat Women's Olive Green Geometric Design

By Anne Marie Beretta

Located in PARIS, FR

A vintage wool coat by Anne Marie Beretta from the mid-1980s (Autumn/Winter 1985), featuring a geometric olive and forest green design.

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1980s Coats

FG Roma Wool Coat - '10s
FG Roma Wool Coat - '10s

FG Roma Wool Coat - '10s

Located in Milano, Lombardia

The FG Roma coat in light grey offers a sleek long silhouette with a front button closure, crafted from 100% wool.

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2010s Coats

Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black Wool Coat with Metallic Bullion Embroidery
Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black Wool Coat with Metallic Bullion Embroidery

Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black Wool Coat with Metallic Bullion Embroidery

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Montgomery, TX

Roberto Cavalli Black Wool Coat with Metallic Bullion Embroidery An exceptional and highly decorative coat by Roberto Cavalli, featuring elaborate metallic bullion embroidery execut...

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2010s Italian Coats

Pierre Cardin Tan Wool Coat
Pierre Cardin Tan Wool Coat

Pierre Cardin Tan Wool Coat

By Pierre Cardin, Pierre Cardin Paris

Located in Sharon, CT

Double Breasted Men's Coat, wide lapel collar. Shoulder to shoulder 18". Length of sleeves 24". Approximate size: Mens 38-40. Pleated with a belt in the back. Two front pockets Line...

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1970s French Coats

Vintage Jean Muir Wool Coat
Vintage Jean Muir Wool Coat

Vintage Jean Muir Wool Coat

By Jean Muir

Located in London, GB

A great dress for Fall from Jean Muir. The coat is in a wool mix in pretty shades of violet , green and ivory .

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1990s British Coats and Outerwear

1960s Vintage Black Wool Coat
1960s Vintage Black Wool Coat

1960s Vintage Black Wool Coat

Located in Sparks, NV

Vintage 1960s black wool mod coat with 3/4 length cropped sleeves. Fully lined with front button and snap closure.

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1960s American Coats and Outerwear

F/W 1992 Thierry Mugler Documented Sculpted Panel Grey Wool Coat Dress
F/W 1992 Thierry Mugler Documented Sculpted Panel Grey Wool Coat Dress

F/W 1992 Thierry Mugler Documented Sculpted Panel Grey Wool Coat Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1992 collection, this grey wool coat dress features sculpted paneling and a sharply tailored silhouette.

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1990s French Coats

Moschino Wool coat size 44
Moschino Wool coat size 44

Moschino Wool coat size 44

By Moschino

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Mixed wool Beige color Zip closure Two pockets Length shoulder/hem cm 96 (37.8 inches) Shoulders length cm 42 (16.5 inches) Original price: euro 4375

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2010s Italian Coats

Y's By Yohji Yamamoto Black Double Breasted Wool Coat With Round Hem 2005
Y's By Yohji Yamamoto Black Double Breasted Wool Coat With Round Hem 2005

Y's By Yohji Yamamoto Black Double Breasted Wool Coat With Round Hem 2005

By Yohji Yamamoto, Yohji Yamamoto Y's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection is thrilled to offer a vintage Y's by Yohji Yamamoto black double-breasted wool coat with a round hem, featuring an oversized fit, double-breasted front closure, wrap st...

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Early 2000s Coats

1920's Black and White Wool Coat with Attached Scarf
1920's Black and White Wool Coat with Attached Scarf

1920's Black and White Wool Coat with Attached Scarf

Located in New Hope, PA

This 1920's black and white wool coat and scarf is not just a beautiful garment, it is a rare example of 1920's clothing in excellent condition.

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1920s American Coats

CHANEL Creations Muted Gray - Green Wool Coat with C.C. Buttons c 1980s
CHANEL Creations Muted Gray - Green Wool Coat with C.C. Buttons c 1980s

CHANEL Creations Muted Gray - Green Wool Coat with C.C. Buttons c 1980s

By Chanel

Located in University City, MO

CHANEL Creations muted gray - green wool coat with C.C. buttons c 1980s The stylish winter gauge wool coat is designed with a rounded stand-up collar Adorned with five burnished bras...

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1980s French Coats

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld cream mohair wool coat and dress ensemble, fw 1998
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld cream mohair wool coat and dress ensemble, fw 1998

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld cream mohair wool coat and dress ensemble, fw 1998

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in London, GB

▪ Chanel cream mohair wool coat and dress ensemble ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Oversized open-front coat with matching belt ▪ Large notched lapels ▪ Built-in shoulder pads ▪ ...

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1990s French Coats and Outerwear

A/W 2001 Prada Chocolate Brown long Wool Coat with Beaver fur Cuffs
A/W 2001 Prada Chocolate Brown long Wool Coat with Beaver fur Cuffs

A/W 2001 Prada Chocolate Brown long Wool Coat with Beaver fur Cuffs

By Miuccia Prada, Prada

Located in Sheffield, GB

Superb long Chocolate brown wool coat designed by Miuccia Prada for the A/W 2001 Collection. ( Look N015 ) Press stud closure - RiRi Zip hardware - Pure Silk lined interior - decora...

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Early 2000s Italian Coats and Outerwear

1980s Celine Grey Wool Coat
1980s Celine Grey Wool Coat

1980s Celine Grey Wool Coat

$640Sale Price|20% Off

1980s Celine Grey Wool Coat

By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1980s grey wool Celine coat. Double breasted, with epaulets and cinched waist with a matching grey wool belt.

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1980s French Military Jackets

Michel Klein Purple Blended Wool Coat
Michel Klein Purple Blended Wool Coat

Michel Klein Purple Blended Wool Coat

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Michel Klein - (Made in France) Purple blended wool mid-length coat with a black interior. Size 38FR indicated.

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15th Century and Earlier French Coats

Valentino Double Breasted Wool Coat - '20s
Valentino Double Breasted Wool Coat - '20s

Valentino Double Breasted Wool Coat - '20s

By Valentino

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Expertly crafted from 100% virgin wool, the Valentino coat timeless sophistication.

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2010s Coats

Brown Silk and Black Wool Coat
Brown Silk and Black Wool Coat

Brown Silk and Black Wool Coat

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Brown silk and wool crepe reversible coat. Missing brand, size, and composition labels, it fits 38FR/40FR/42FR/44FR.

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1990s Coats

Dolce & Gabbana Grey Wool Coat With Mink Fur Collar circa 1990s
Dolce & Gabbana Grey Wool Coat With Mink Fur Collar circa 1990s

Dolce & Gabbana Grey Wool Coat With Mink Fur Collar circa 1990s

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Crafted from high-quality grey wool, the coat exudes sophistication and timeless elegance.

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Late 20th Century Italian Trench Coats

Rare Vintage Kay Cosserat Wool Coat
Rare Vintage Kay Cosserat Wool Coat

Rare Vintage Kay Cosserat Wool Coat

Located in London, GB

The coat is in a wool, mohair mix in various shades of brown, black and cream.

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1970s British Coats and Outerwear

Bonnie Cashin Technicolor Tweed Wool Coat
Bonnie Cashin Technicolor Tweed Wool Coat

Bonnie Cashin Technicolor Tweed Wool Coat

By Bonnie Cashin for Sills

Located in New York, NY

Easy Bonnie Cashin Technicolor Wool Tweed Coat with bright green suede trim and signature brass toggle trim.

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1960s American Coats

Rare! 1997 97FW Dolce & Gabbana Vintage Trench Wool Coat
Rare! 1997 97FW Dolce & Gabbana Vintage Trench Wool Coat

Rare! 1997 97FW Dolce & Gabbana Vintage Trench Wool Coat

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

1997 97FW Dolce & Gabbana Vintage Trench Wool Coat by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana Collection: Dolce & Gabbana Fall / winter 1997, as seen on the runway (Model Karen Elson) Cou...

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1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Norell Pale Lemon Wool Coat, 1960s.
Norell Pale Lemon Wool Coat, 1960s.

Norell Pale Lemon Wool Coat, 1960s.

By Norman Norell

Located in New York, NY

Norell pale lemon yellow wool double breasted coat 1960s. Heavy weight wool with impeccable double breasted tailoring.

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1960s American Coats

Norell A Line Grey Wool Coat
Norell A Line Grey Wool Coat

Norell A Line Grey Wool Coat

By Norman Norell

Located in New York, NY

Elegant grey flannel wool A-line coat by Norman Norell. Double breasted fastening with taupe silk lining.

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1960s American Coats

Ermanno Scervino Wool coat size 42
Ermanno Scervino Wool coat size 42

Ermanno Scervino Wool coat size 42

$1,111Sale Price|25% Off

Ermanno Scervino Wool coat size 42

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Wool (57%), angora and nylon Ivory color Mohair wool on collar and wrists Satin golden buttons Two pockets Shoulder/hem cm 90 (35,4 inches) Shoulder cm 42 (16,5 inches) Original pric...

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2010s Italian Coats

Yohji Yamamoto Wool coat size M
Yohji Yamamoto Wool coat size M

Yohji Yamamoto Wool coat size M

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

100% Wool Black color Buttons closure Shoulder / hem length cm 85 (33,4 inches) Shoulders cm 42 (16,5 inches)

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2010s Italian Coats

Donna Karan Wool coat size S
Donna Karan Wool coat size S

Donna Karan Wool coat size S

By Donna Karan

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Wool (77%) Nylon (22%) Elastane Black color Double breasted Buttons closure Two pockets Length shoulder / hem cm 92 (36,22 inches) Shoulders cm 40 (15,74 inches)

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2010s Italian Coats

Ralph Lauren Wool coat size XS
Ralph Lauren Wool coat size XS

Ralph Lauren Wool coat size XS

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Merino wool (71%) and angora (23%) and nylon Color grey Button closure Two pockets Shoulder width cm 44 (17.3 inches) Shoulder length / hem cm 84 (33.1 inches) Over fit

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2010s Italian Coats

A/W 1994 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Elegant Long Black Wool Coat
A/W 1994 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Elegant Long Black Wool Coat

A/W 1994 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Elegant Long Black Wool Coat

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Sheffield, GB

An Elegant Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Long Black Wool Coat from the Autumn / Winter 1994 Collection.

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1990s European Coats and Outerwear

Dolce & Gabbana Wool Coat Classic Herringbone Double Breasted Brown Cream Sz 40
Dolce & Gabbana Wool Coat Classic Herringbone Double Breasted Brown Cream Sz 40

Dolce & Gabbana Wool Coat Classic Herringbone Double Breasted Brown Cream Sz 40

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Authentic Dolce & Gabbana wool coat, dating to the mid-2000s. Expertly tailored in Italy from a luxurious brown and cream herringbone wool, this elegant double-breasted coat features...

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Early 2000s Italian Coats

Iconic 1960s Lilli Ann Ivory Double Knit Wool Coat w Dramatic Mongolian Fur Trim
Iconic 1960s Lilli Ann Ivory Double Knit Wool Coat w Dramatic Mongolian Fur Trim

Iconic 1960s Lilli Ann Ivory Double Knit Wool Coat w Dramatic Mongolian Fur Trim

By Lilli Ann

Located in Gresham, OR

Iconic 1960s Lilli Ann Ivory Double Knit Wool Coat w Dramatic Mongolian Fur Collar and Trim: A fantastic winter-weight double knit wool in a warm creamy vanilla tone with a wide, lu...

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1960s American Car Coats

KENZO FW 1982/83 Archival Wool Coat Japanese Jacket Documented
KENZO FW 1982/83 Archival Wool Coat Japanese Jacket Documented

KENZO FW 1982/83 Archival Wool Coat Japanese Jacket Documented

By Kenzo

Located in Berlin, BE

Extremely rare archival KENZO FW 1982/83 Wool Coat. A truly beautiful coat that captures the essence of Kenzo's design philosophy.

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1980s French Coats and Outerwear

1976 Runway Yves Saint Laurent Ballet Russes Purple Wool Coat
1976 Runway Yves Saint Laurent Ballet Russes Purple Wool Coat

1976 Runway Yves Saint Laurent Ballet Russes Purple Wool Coat

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in London, GB

This runway documented aubergine-hued felt wool coat was created by Yves Saint Laurent for the brand’s beloved Fall 1976 collection.

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1970s French Coats

rare CHANEL 2015 Runway Edelweiss flower embroidery circle pocket wool coat FR42
rare CHANEL 2015 Runway Edelweiss flower embroidery circle pocket wool coat FR42

rare CHANEL 2015 Runway Edelweiss flower embroidery circle pocket wool coat FR42

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare CHANEL 2015 Runway Edelweiss flower embroidery circle pocket wool coat FR42 Reference: BMPA/A00262 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: P51886W056888 Collection: 15A Me...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Coats

Invertec Olive Wool Coat with Cape Detail
Invertec Olive Wool Coat with Cape Detail

Invertec Olive Wool Coat with Cape Detail

Located in London, GB

A lovely coat by Invertec. In a wonderful green , the coat has no sleaves but does have cape detail.

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2010s Scottish Coats

VOYAGE INVEST IN THE ORIGINAL LONDON red green beaded floral black wool coat L
VOYAGE INVEST IN THE ORIGINAL LONDON red green beaded floral black wool coat L

VOYAGE INVEST IN THE ORIGINAL LONDON red green beaded floral black wool coat L

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VOYAGE INVEST IN THE ORIGINAL LONDON red green beaded floral black wool coat L Reference: GIYG/A00325 Brand: VOYAGE INVEST IN THE ORIGINAL LONDON Material: Cotton, Wool, Blend Color:...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Coats

1970's COURREGES raspberry tweed wool coat
1970's COURREGES raspberry tweed wool coat

1970's COURREGES raspberry tweed wool coat

By Courrèges, André Courrèges

Located in San Fransisco, CA

This is a 1970's Courrèges coat done in a raspberry colored bouclé tweedy wool.

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1970s French Coats

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent wool coat, 1997, made in France  Size FR 40
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent wool coat, 1997, made in France  Size FR 40

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent wool coat, 1997, made in France Size FR 40

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent wool coat, 1997, made in France Size FR 40 This elegant vintage coat from the legendary house of Yves Saint Laurent is the epitome of 1990s Parisian chic.

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1990s French Coats

Wool Coat Dress by Julien MacDonald for Givenchy Couture - Fall Winter 2003
Wool Coat Dress by Julien MacDonald for Givenchy Couture - Fall Winter 2003

Wool Coat Dress by Julien MacDonald for Givenchy Couture - Fall Winter 2003

By Givenchy, Julien Macdonald

Located in Toulon, FR

Fall Winter 2003 Collection France A black wool coat dress (look 14) by Julien MacDonald for Givenchy in 2003.

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Early 2000s French Coats and Outerwear

COURREGES Peach Coral Wool Coat Size 00
COURREGES Peach Coral Wool Coat Size 00

COURREGES Peach Coral Wool Coat Size 00

By Courrèges

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Courreges coat is composed of a wool in a peach-coral hue.

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20th Century French Coats

Edwardian Black Wool Coat with Faux Jewels
Edwardian Black Wool Coat with Faux Jewels

Edwardian Black Wool Coat with Faux Jewels

Located in Sharon, CT

A long black Edwardian coat with a gold embroidered Indian motif collar, with faux red and green 'stones'. Slim fitted and long sleeves. Slightly padded shoulders.

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Early 20th Century American Coats

Pierre Balmain Paris Brown Belted Wool Coat
Pierre Balmain Paris Brown Belted Wool Coat

Pierre Balmain Paris Brown Belted Wool Coat

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This coat has 2 pockets, a matching belt and 2 Pierre Balmain logo buttons. Appears to be small, please refer to the measurements in the description. pre-owned condition. Please not...

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20th Century French Coats

Guy Laroche Blue double-breasted wool coat
Guy Laroche Blue double-breasted wool coat

Guy Laroche Blue double-breasted wool coat

By Guy Laroche

Located in New York, NY

Guy Laroche blue medium weight cot is fully-lined. The belt on the backside can be removed if wanted. There's also a overlapping slit located on the center back, and there are two de...

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1970s Coats

Museum Oscar de la Renta Runway F/W 2006 Collection Fur Wool Coat size 6
Museum Oscar de la Renta Runway F/W 2006 Collection Fur Wool Coat size 6

Museum Oscar de la Renta Runway F/W 2006 Collection Fur Wool Coat size 6

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Montgomery, TX

Oscar de la Renta Runway Fur Wool Coat This coat was included and displayed at The ‘Oscar de la Renta: The Retrospective’ exhibition at de Young Museum, San Francisco in 2016.

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Early 2000s American Coats

Issey Miyake Mens Felted Wool Charcoal Wool Coat
Issey Miyake Mens Felted Wool Charcoal Wool Coat

Issey Miyake Mens Felted Wool Charcoal Wool Coat

By Issey Miyake

Located in New York, NY

Medium weight mens charcoal wool felted coat from Issey Miyake. Drop shoulders with slightly elongated and tapered sleeves. 2 patch pockets on chest interior. 3 button with leather t...

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1990s Japanese Coats

Fall 1996 Chanel Brown Wool Coat Dress
Fall 1996 Chanel Brown Wool Coat Dress

Fall 1996 Chanel Brown Wool Coat Dress

By Chanel

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Chanel Fall 1996 brown wool crepe coat dress featuring a multiple gold hook detail at the front.

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1990s French Car Coats

MARC JACOBS Size XL Grey Charcoal Wool Coat
MARC JACOBS Size XL Grey Charcoal Wool Coat

MARC JACOBS Size XL Grey Charcoal Wool Coat

By Marc Jacobs

Located in San Francisco, CA

Marc Jacobs top coat is crafted in Italy from premium charcoal grey wool.

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Saint Laurent Black Wool Coat Silk Lining - XL
Saint Laurent Black Wool Coat Silk Lining - XL

Saint Laurent Black Wool Coat Silk Lining - XL

By Saint Laurent

Located in Krakow, PL

This Saint Laurent black short coat is a timeless addition to any wardrobe! Crafted from 100% wool with a luxurious silk lining, this coat offers both style and comfort.

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

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Vintage and Designer Wool Coats For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of vintage and designer wool coats. If you’re looking for Black vintage and designer wool coats and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Brown, Beige and more. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these were made as early as the 18th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Vintage and designer wool coats designed by Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel and Valentino — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 609 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are Vintage and Designer Wool Coats?

Prices for vintage and designer wool coats can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $95 and can go as high as $24,354, while these items, on average, fetch $750.

Finding the Right Coats And 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.

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