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Designer: Charles and Patricia Lester
1990s Patricia Lester Fortuny Pleated and Beaded Dress
1990s Patricia Lester Fortuny Pleated and Beaded Dress

1990s Patricia Lester Fortuny Pleated and Beaded Dress

By Patricia Lester, Charles and Patricia Lester

Located in London, GB

This is a truly elegant formal gown by renowned occasion wear designer Patricia Lester who has been designing costume and fashion with her husband Charles, for over 50 years. Made f...

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1990s British Charles and Patricia Lester

1980s Patricia and Charles Lester 'Zelda' Navy Blue Devoree Velvet Gown
1980s Patricia and Charles Lester 'Zelda' Navy Blue Devoree Velvet Gown

1980s Patricia and Charles Lester 'Zelda' Navy Blue Devoree Velvet Gown

By Charles and Patricia Lester

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1980s Patricia and Charles Lester drop waist evening gown. Navy and indigo devoree velvet with a symmetrical leaf blockprint throughout. The bateau neckline balances the drop shoulde...

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1980s British Charles and Patricia Lester

1980s Patricia and Charles Lester Gunmetal Devoree Velvet Dress
1980s Patricia and Charles Lester Gunmetal Devoree Velvet Dress

1980s Patricia and Charles Lester Gunmetal Devoree Velvet Dress

By Charles and Patricia Lester

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1980s Patricia and Charles Lester drop waist evening dress. Gunmetal devoree velvet with a medieval leaf print throughout. The bateau neckline balances the drop shoulders, Dolman sle...

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1980s British Charles and Patricia Lester

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Kimono Charles and Patricia Lester circa 1975-1980
Kimono Charles and Patricia Lester circa 1975-1980

Kimono Charles and Patricia Lester circa 1975-1980

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CHARLES AND PATRICIA LESTER - Collection circa 1975-1980 under the artistic direction of Charles and Patricia Lester. Velvet kimono with iridescent floral patterns in shades of pink...

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Charles and Patricia Lester Couture Fortuny Style Burgundy Silk Pleated Dress

Charles and Patricia Lester Couture Fortuny Style Burgundy Silk Pleated Dress

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Located in New Hope, PA

Patricia Lester designed this stunning burgundy silk evening dress in partnership with her husband Charles Lester. The dress is hand pleated in a similar manor to the earlier iconic ...

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Charles and Patricia Lester Beaded Coat and Dress in the Style of Fortuny
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Charles and Patricia Lester Beaded Coat and Dress in the Style of Fortuny

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Charles and Patricia Lester Teal  Devore Velvet Top

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Charles and Patricia Lester Micro Pleated Flaming Red Silk Gown

Charles and Patricia Lester Micro Pleated Flaming Red Silk Gown

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Charles And Patricia Lester fashion for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Charles and Patricia Lester fashion available on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing our collection of unique vintage and designer fashion to elevate your daily look or to introduce new colors to the dazzling formal wear in your wardrobe, this designer’s body of work includes elements of purple and other tones. Most of the items here were designed during the 20th Century, but you can find examples that were created as recently as the 21st Century and Contemporary. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of DAVID FIELDEN, Yuki, and Murray Arbeid appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Charles and Patricia Lester fashion from top boutiques around the world. Charles and Patricia Lester fashion prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $450 and tops out at $4,995, while the average work can sell for $911.