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Dior coat Fall 2006
Dior coat Fall 2006

Dior coat Fall 2006

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - (Made in France) Blended wool coat with a belt. Black silk lining. Size 36FR. 2006 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano.

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Early 2000s French Coats

Chanel coat 2015
Chanel coat 2015

Chanel coat 2015

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Black and gray wool coat embroidered with black satin, and ornamented with matching buttons.

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2010s French Coats

Dior coat fall 2018
Dior coat fall 2018

Dior coat fall 2018

By Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - (Made in France) Black wool coat with flower and leave appliqués. Size 34FR. 2018 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of Maria Grazia Chiuri.

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2010s French Coats

NWOT Saint Laurent Black Wool & Angora Belted Coat - Size L (FR40)
NWOT Saint Laurent Black Wool & Angora Belted Coat - Size L (FR40)

NWOT Saint Laurent Black Wool & Angora Belted Coat - Size L (FR40)

By Saint Laurent

Located in Krakow, PL

Saint Laurent Black Wool Coat with Belt FR40 / L Excellent Condition Description: Saint Laurent black coat with belt Closure: wrap Fit: tailored Material: 80% wool, 20% angora; l...

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Chanel coat Paris-Edinburgh
Chanel coat Paris-Edinburgh

Chanel coat Paris-Edinburgh

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Blue and red wool coat with a navy-blue silk lining. Size 40FR. 2013 Paris-Edinburgh Art Profession Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfel...

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2010s European Coats

NWT Balmain Black Wool Cashmere Straight Coat Sz.40/L
NWT Balmain Black Wool Cashmere Straight Coat Sz.40/L

NWT Balmain Black Wool Cashmere Straight Coat Sz.40/L

By Balmain

Located in Krakow, PL

Balmain Wool Straight Coat with Statement Buttons Size: FR40 L Condition: Never worn, comes with tags Closure: Buttons Fit: Straight Material: 90% Wool, 10% Cashmere; Lining 52% Vi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Oscar de la Renta FW 1992 Embellished Black Knit Wool Long Cardigan Coat size M
Oscar de la Renta FW 1992 Embellished Black Knit Wool Long Cardigan Coat size M

Oscar de la Renta FW 1992 Embellished Black Knit Wool Long Cardigan Coat size M

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Knit Wool Coat Cardigan F/W 1992 Runway Designer size - M 100% Lambs Wool, Crew Neck, Long Sleeves, Dual Embellished Patch Pockets and Amazing Button Closur...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coats

Alexander McQueen coat 2019
Alexander McQueen coat 2019

Alexander McQueen coat 2019

By Alexander Marchak, Alexander McQueen

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN - (Made in Italy) Long asymmetrical two-tone cashmere and wool coat with black leather buttons. Size 38IT, it fits a 34F/36FR. 2019 Fall-Winter Collection under the...

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2010s Italian Coats

Chado Ralph Rucci Belted Wool Vintage Coat.
Chado Ralph Rucci Belted Wool Vintage Coat.

Chado Ralph Rucci Belted Wool Vintage Coat.

By Ralph Rucci, Chado Ralph Rucci

Located in University City, MO

Classic Chado Ralph Rucci belted cream wool coat. Notched sleeves, flap pockets and top stitched midriff bands.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Trench Coats

Larusmiani Black Wool Fox Fur Coat Size 40
Larusmiani Black Wool Fox Fur Coat Size 40

Larusmiani Black Wool Fox Fur Coat Size 40

By Larusmiani

Located in Krakow, PL

Larusmiani Black Wool Coat – Made in Italy – Size 40 A luxurious LARUSMIANI Milano coat crafted in Italy from premium wool with an opulent collar and oversized fox fur patch pockets.

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Louis Feraud coat Haute Couture winter 1985
Louis Feraud coat Haute Couture winter 1985

Louis Feraud coat Haute Couture winter 1985

By Louis Feraud

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

LOUIS FERAUD - Blended wool coat with white, black, red, and green patterns.

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1980s French Coats

Christian Dior Black & White Wool & Fox Fur Coat Sz. S
Christian Dior Black & White Wool & Fox Fur Coat Sz. S

Christian Dior Black & White Wool & Fox Fur Coat Sz. S

By Christian Dior

Located in Krakow, PL

This Christian Dior wool coat is a timeless and luxurious piece. Made from 100% wool with 100% fox fur trim, it features a stylish black and white fine print pattern.

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2010s Coats

Zandra Rhodes Iconic Butterfly Coat 1969
Zandra Rhodes Iconic Butterfly Coat 1969

Zandra Rhodes Iconic Butterfly Coat 1969

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic and important Zandra Rhodes "Butterfly" yellow wool coat with red and black graphic print decoration with beaded ribbons.

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1960s English Overcoats

Early 2000’s Burberry Nova Check Long Wool Tailored Coat
Early 2000’s Burberry Nova Check Long Wool Tailored Coat

Early 2000’s Burberry Nova Check Long Wool Tailored Coat

By Burberry

Located in Sheffield, GB

A Stylish early 2000’s Burberry wool coat. Crafted from the typical BURBERRY house Nova check.

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Early 2000s Italian Trench Coats

PAUL SMITH Size 44 Green Burgundy Heather Wool Notch Lapel Coat
PAUL SMITH Size 44 Green Burgundy Heather Wool Notch Lapel Coat

PAUL SMITH Size 44 Green Burgundy Heather Wool Notch Lapel Coat

By Paul Smith

Located in San Francisco, CA

Paul Smith wool coat from The British Collection features a sophisticated green and burgundy heather pattern.

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Chanel Fall 2014 Navy Wool Felt Coat by Karl Lagerfeld, Size FR38/UK10
Chanel Fall 2014 Navy Wool Felt Coat by Karl Lagerfeld, Size FR38/UK10

Chanel Fall 2014 Navy Wool Felt Coat by Karl Lagerfeld, Size FR38/UK10

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in London, GB

Contemporary classic Chanel navy felted wool coat from legendary Fall 2014 ’Supermarket’ collection.

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2010s Unknown Coats

Louis Vuitton revedrsible coat 2020s
Louis Vuitton revedrsible coat 2020s

Louis Vuitton revedrsible coat 2020s

By Louis Vuitton

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

LOUIS VUITTON - (Made in Italy) Reversible white silk and wool coat with black monogram on a white background, and black lamb leather pockets.

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2010s Italian Coats

Christian Dior coat winter 2008
Christian Dior coat winter 2008

Christian Dior coat winter 2008

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - (Made in France) Long pearl-gray new wool coat with a wide gray mink collar, and raglan pockets.

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Early 2000s French Coats

Chanel Blue Wool  Fall 2012 Collection  Coat SzFR40
Chanel Blue Wool  Fall 2012 Collection  Coat SzFR40

Chanel Blue Wool Fall 2012 Collection Coat SzFR40

By Chanel

Located in Krakow, PL

Timeless Chanel wool coat from the Fall 2012 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld.

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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Christian Dior coat Winter 1999
Christian Dior coat Winter 1999

Christian Dior coat Winter 1999

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - (Made in France) Reversible blended alpaca and wool coat in gray, black and white tones. It comes with a matchin cap.

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1990s French Coats

Alaia Black Coat With Metallic Gold Embroidery
Alaia Black Coat With Metallic Gold Embroidery

Alaia Black Coat With Metallic Gold Embroidery

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage black Azzedine Alaia soft black wool coat featuring intricate metallic gold embroidery, Alaia's signature a-line waist, double-brea...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Coats and Outerwear

Vintage Blue Wool Cashmere Coat Vest with Fox Fur Trim, Unisex M/L
Vintage Blue Wool Cashmere Coat Vest with Fox Fur Trim, Unisex M/L

Vintage Blue Wool Cashmere Coat Vest with Fox Fur Trim, Unisex M/L

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Fabulous original special blue wool coat vest trimmed with soft fox fur We offer more exclusive fur items, view our frontstore Details: Blue knitted blend of lambswool/cashmere/ mo...

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20th Century Unknown Coats and Outerwear

Geoffrey Beene Boucle Coat
Geoffrey Beene Boucle Coat

Geoffrey Beene Boucle Coat

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Full cut heathered boucle wool coat by Geoffrey Beene. Smock styling with band collar and gathered back yoke.

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1980s American Coats

Brown 1960s Coat with Persian Trim
Brown 1960s Coat with Persian Trim

Brown 1960s Coat with Persian Trim

Located in Alford, MA

Brown wool coat from the 1960s, its distinguishing feature the mottled brown/gray Persian lamb border that forms its stand-up collar, front edge, and curved knee-length hemline in fr...

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1960s American Coats

Christian Dior coat Winter 2014
Christian Dior coat Winter 2014

Christian Dior coat Winter 2014

By Raf Simons for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - (Made in Italy) Long fuchsia-pink angora and wool coat with a double black buttoning, darts to fit the waist, and three raglan pockets.

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2010s Italian Coats

Christian Dior coat winter 2014
Christian Dior coat winter 2014

Christian Dior coat winter 2014

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - (Made in France) Long gray wool coat with mid-length sleeves, lacing details around the waist and under the arms, two pockets with flaps and a chest raglan pocket.

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Early 2000s French Coats

Dolce & Gabbana sage green wool cocoon coat with feather collar, fw 1990
Dolce & Gabbana sage green wool cocoon coat with feather collar, fw 1990

Dolce & Gabbana sage green wool cocoon coat with feather collar, fw 1990

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

▪ Dolce & Gabbana sage green wool coat ▪ Fall-Winter 1990 ▪ Collar embellished with yellow feathers ▪ Cocoon fit ▪ Dropped shoulder ▪ Front button closures ▪ Ankle length ▪ Sam...

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1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Issey Miyake coat party summer 2004
Issey Miyake coat party summer 2004

Issey Miyake coat party summer 2004

By Issey Miyake

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

ISSEY MIYAKE - (Made in Japan) Redingote-style black wool coat with pleated back and sides, matching buttons.

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Early 2000s Japanese Coats

Valentino Miss V Coat - '90s
Valentino Miss V Coat - '90s

Valentino Miss V Coat - '90s

By Valentino

Located in Milano, Lombardia

This vintage Valentino wool coat from the 90s Miss V label features a long fit.

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1990s Coats

1990s Giorgio Armani side slit long coat
1990s Giorgio Armani side slit long coat

1990s Giorgio Armani side slit long coat

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Milano, Lombardia

1990s Giorgio Armani side slit long wool coat This 1990s Giorgio Armani coat features an elegant full-length silhouette crafted from deep navy wool.

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1990s Coats

Dior coat 'off-duty icons' by John Galliano Fall-Winter 2005
Dior coat 'off-duty icons' by John Galliano Fall-Winter 2005

Dior coat 'off-duty icons' by John Galliano Fall-Winter 2005

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - 2005 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear 'off-duty icons' Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Blended wool coat and white Kalgan collar. Silk lining.

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Early 2000s French Coats

Christian Dior coat by John Galliano Spring 2007
Christian Dior coat by John Galliano Spring 2007

Christian Dior coat by John Galliano Spring 2007

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - 2007 Spring-Summer ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Long beige new-wool coat without collar and with stylized pockets.

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Early 2000s French Coats

Important Maison Martin Margiela Navy Runway Coat With Obi Buckle Belt 1996
Important Maison Martin Margiela Navy Runway Coat With Obi Buckle Belt 1996

Important Maison Martin Margiela Navy Runway Coat With Obi Buckle Belt 1996

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is pleased to offer a vintage Maison Martin Margiela dark navy wool coat featuring an oversized attached silver-tone belt buckle and adjustable belt, side-front ...

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1990s French Coats and Outerwear

Galanos Mocha Brown Wool Winter Coat c 1970
Galanos Mocha Brown Wool Winter Coat c 1970

Galanos Mocha Brown Wool Winter Coat c 1970

By Galanos

Located in University City, MO

Galanos mocha brown wool winter coat c 1970 The stylish heavy gauge wool coat is designed in a light mocha brown shade The chic retro coat secures with lucite tortoise shell button...

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1970s American Coats

Christian Dior coat by John Galliano Pre-Fall 2009
Christian Dior coat by John Galliano Pre-Fall 2009

Christian Dior coat by John Galliano Pre-Fall 2009

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DIOR - 2009 Pre-Fall ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. New wool coat with a fox fur collar and a black calfskin belt.

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Early 2000s Italian Coats

1940s Full Length Coat with Embroidery
1940s Full Length Coat with Embroidery

1940s Full Length Coat with Embroidery

Located in Water Mill, NY

A rare embroidered full length black wool coat from the 1940's. It has a small stand up collar, padded shoulders and long slightly belled sleeves.

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1940s American Coats and Outerwear

Lilli Ann 1960s Blue White Plaid Shawl Collar Wool Swing Coat MED/LG
Lilli Ann 1960s Blue White Plaid Shawl Collar Wool Swing Coat MED/LG

Lilli Ann 1960s Blue White Plaid Shawl Collar Wool Swing Coat MED/LG

By Lilli Ann

Located in North Attleboro, MA

This is a fabulous, mid-weight wool coat from the very collectible vintage design house, Lilli Ann.

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Mid-20th Century American Swing Coats

Alexander McQueen New Coat AW 1999
Alexander McQueen New Coat AW 1999

Alexander McQueen New Coat AW 1999

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous red wool coat by Alexander McQueen. It has a stand up mandarin collar, a button front with matching buttons hidden in a placket and shoulder pads.

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1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Monte-Sano & Pruzan, NY Ivory Wool Evening Coat Retailed by Saks Fifth Avenue
Monte-Sano & Pruzan, NY Ivory Wool Evening Coat Retailed by Saks Fifth Avenue

Monte-Sano & Pruzan, NY Ivory Wool Evening Coat Retailed by Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in New Hope, PA

Designed in New York City by Monte-Sano & Pruzan, a highly regarded fashion house, well known for their tailoring, this cream ribbed wool coat is classically elegant. The coat i...

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Mid-20th Century American Coats

1960s Pierre Cardin Black Wool Mod Swing Coat
1960s Pierre Cardin Black Wool Mod Swing Coat

1960s Pierre Cardin Black Wool Mod Swing Coat

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Toronto, Ontario

This Pierre Cardin black wool coat from the 1960s is a striking and iconic piece of fashion from the era.

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1960s French Coats

new 2016 CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO black mohair wool RUNWAY coat with attached cape
new 2016 CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO black mohair wool RUNWAY coat with attached cape

new 2016 CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO black mohair wool RUNWAY coat with attached cape

By Phoebe Philo, Celine

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare, Jet-black, fuzzy mohair wool coat with attached capelet and extra long belt designed by Phoebe Philo for Celine exactly as seen on the final runway look for fall of 2016.

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2010s French Coats

1940's Beaded and Mouton Trimmed Coat
1940's Beaded and Mouton Trimmed Coat

1940's Beaded and Mouton Trimmed Coat

Located in New York, NY

Glamorous Beaded and Mouton Trimmed Fawn Wool Coat from the 1940's with elaborate soutache embroidery and copper beading on cape and pockets.

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1940s American Coats

Saint Laurent Black 3/4 Coat with Velvet Trim
Saint Laurent Black 3/4 Coat with Velvet Trim

Saint Laurent Black 3/4 Coat with Velvet Trim

By Yves Saint Laurent, Saint Laurent

Located in Alford, MA

c.1980s Yves Saint Laurent black 3/4-length wool coat with velvet trim executed in the tuxedo style for which he was famous.

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Late 20th Century French Coats

Sonia Rykiel Red Knit Coat/Dress
Sonia Rykiel Red Knit Coat/Dress

Sonia Rykiel Red Knit Coat/Dress

By Sonia Rykiel

Located in Alford, MA

Sonia Rykiel 1980s red double knit wool coat or sweater dress featuring the designer's characteristic bow at the neck, accomplished by tying the long knit strips attached to the fron...

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1980s French Coats

Vintage Jil Sander Wool Double Breasted Coat in Camel w/ Fur Collar
Vintage Jil Sander Wool Double Breasted Coat in Camel w/ Fur Collar

Vintage Jil Sander Wool Double Breasted Coat in Camel w/ Fur Collar

By Jil Sander

Located in San Diego, CA

timeless Jil Sander double-breasted wool coat in a luxurious camel hue! This vintage gem, labeled as a German size 36 (approximately US 6), exudes sophistication and warmth

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Early 2000s Overcoats

1960s Orange Coat with Black Leather Trim
1960s Orange Coat with Black Leather Trim

1960s Orange Coat with Black Leather Trim

By Bonwit Teller

Located in Alford, MA

Orange wool coat of iconic 1960s style, featuring an A-line silhouette with welted empire seam Setting off the orange and providing contrast is the black leather trim around all edge...

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1960s American Coats

NWT Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent FW 2004 Chinoiserie Fur Trim Coat French 44
NWT Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent FW 2004 Chinoiserie Fur Trim Coat French 44

NWT Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent FW 2004 Chinoiserie Fur Trim Coat French 44

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

Located in Montgomery, TX

NWT Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black Wool Coat Fall/Winter 2004 "China Through the Looking Glass" Collection French size 44 100% Wool, Fur Trim, Leather Buttons, Sat...

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Early 2000s French Coats

Paul Smith Men's Coat L
Paul Smith Men's Coat L

Paul Smith Men's Coat L

By Paul Smith

Located in Kaunas, LT

Paul Smith men's checked wool coat in excellent condition – a stylish and characterful choice for the man who appreciates a refined yet never boring look.

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2010s Italian Coats

BURBERRY LONDON black wool LEATHER TRIMMED DOUBLE BREASTED Coat Jacket 6 XS
BURBERRY LONDON black wool LEATHER TRIMMED DOUBLE BREASTED Coat Jacket 6 XS

BURBERRY LONDON black wool LEATHER TRIMMED DOUBLE BREASTED Coat Jacket 6 XS

By Burberry London

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Burberry London double breasted wool coat in black virgin wool (80%), cashmere (20%) and black cow leather (100%) details.

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21st Century and Contemporary Trench Coats

1986 YOHJI YAMAMOTO black coat with embroidered detail
1986 YOHJI YAMAMOTO black coat with embroidered detail

1986 YOHJI YAMAMOTO black coat with embroidered detail

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare black wool coat by Yohji Yamamoto, dating to Fall/Winter 1986 and seen on the runway.

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1980s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

Vintage Gucci F/W 2003 White Angora & Silk Maxi Coat
Vintage Gucci F/W 2003 White Angora & Silk Maxi Coat

Vintage Gucci F/W 2003 White Angora & Silk Maxi Coat

By Gucci

Located in London, GB

Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Fall Winter 2003 white wool coat. As seen on the runway, look 1 opening the show.

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Early 2000s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Jean Patou "Collection" plaid coat
Jean Patou "Collection" plaid coat

Jean Patou "Collection" plaid coat

By Jean Patou

Located in New York, NY

This very rare Jean Patou Neon-Orange and beige plaid wool coat has Mother-of-Pearls buttons detail. The lining is all hand-stitched with red silk and not machine stitch.

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1960s French Coats

Elegant Black Cashmere Fox Fur Flared Hooded Coat
Elegant Black Cashmere Fox Fur Flared Hooded Coat

Elegant Black Cashmere Fox Fur Flared Hooded Coat

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Flared Cashmere/wool coat with attached hood and soft black fox fur We offer more luxury fur and vintage items, view our frontstore.

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20th Century Unknown Capes

Comme des Garcons Coat with Belt AD 2006
Comme des Garcons Coat with Belt AD 2006

Comme des Garcons Coat with Belt AD 2006

By Junya Watanabe, Comme des Garçons

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black wool coat by Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons the AD 2006 collection.

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Early 2000s Japanese Trench 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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