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HAUTE COUTURE INT'L Gold Heavily Beaded Gown with Belt Size Large

$2,695

HAUTE COUTURE INT'L Gold Heavily Beaded Gown with Belt Size Large

By HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Haute Couture Int'l gown is composed of a heavily beaded silk in gold. The dress features a classic style with zipper closure and belt. In excellent vintage condition. Made in ...

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20th Century Hong Kong HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

HAUTE COUTURE INTERNATIONAL Heavily Beaded Silk Champagne Opera Coat & Dress

$4,895

HAUTE COUTURE INTERNATIONAL Heavily Beaded Silk Champagne Opera Coat & Dress

By HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Haute Couture International ensemble is composed of a champagne tone embellished silk with a floral/Ivy motif. The coat features cente...

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20th Century Hong Kong HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

HAUTE COUTURE INT'L Gold and Black Beaded Gown with Opera Coat Size 6

$4,895

HAUTE COUTURE INT'L Gold and Black Beaded Gown with Opera Coat Size 6

By HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Haute Couture Int'l ensemble is composed of a beaded silk with floral motif in gold and black. The gown features a center back zipper and belt. The coat is a n open style with ...

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20th Century Hong Kong HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Vera Wang 2000s Gold Sequin Halter Neck Dress

Sold|~~$2,184~~

Size: 36

Vera Wang 2000s Gold Sequin Halter Neck Dress

By Vera Wang

Located in Wembley, GB

Interdite Vintage presents a Vera Wang 2000s Gold Sequin Halter Neck Dress • Vera Wang • As seen on Blair Waldorf in the pilot episode of Gossip Girl (2007) • Very rare find in the...

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Early 2000s Chinese HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Christian Dior Runway/Editorial Tarot Gown Spring/Summer 2017 Size 34FR

$24,600

Size: 34FR

Christian Dior Runway/Editorial Tarot Gown Spring/Summer 2017 Size 34FR

By Christian Dior

Located in Saint Petersburg, FL

Christian Dior Runway/Editorial Tarot Gown Spring/Summer 2017 Size 34FR The dress is a runway sample and missing size and fabric tags. Measurem...

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2010s French HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Dolce & Gabbana Blush Silk Dress with Lacing

Sold|~~$2,600~~

Size: 44

Dolce & Gabbana Blush Silk Dress with Lacing

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous blush colored silk knit dress from Dolce & Gabbana (hard to capture the color). The dress is fitted with horizontal ruching, functional adjustable front lacing and a back...

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2010s Italian HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Giuseppe Di Morabito 2000s “Naked” Strapless Mini Dress Covered w/Crystals

$1,200

L 25 in

Giuseppe Di Morabito 2000s “Naked” Strapless Mini Dress Covered w/Crystals

By Giuseppe Zanotti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fully embellished with sparkling crystals, this Giuseppe Di Morabito strapless mini dress is a shining example of the ever-popular "naked dress" that evolves with the trends of every...

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21st Century and Contemporary HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Pale pink evening dress with pink sequin GAI MATTIOLO The Red Carpet

$1,238

Size: 38 (Fr) M

Pale pink evening dress with pink sequin GAI MATTIOLO The Red Carpet

By Gai Mattiolo

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Pale pink evening dress with pink sequin. No fabric composition tag but the main fabric and lining is probably polyester. Thin padded bra. Invisible zip closure and hook&eye on the l...

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2010s Unknown HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Gold evening slip dress with lace edge LOLITA LEMPICKA

$728

Size: 42 / L

Gold evening slip dress with lace edge LOLITA LEMPICKA

By Lolita Lempicka

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Gold silk (74%) and polyester ( 26%) evening slip dress with lace edge. SIZE 42 (Fr) L

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1990s French HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Hervé Léger Couture - Black bandage dress with jeweled neckline, like new

$1,080

L 39.38 in

Hervé Léger Couture - Black bandage dress with jeweled neckline, like new

By Herve Léger

Located in Basaluzzo, IT

Rare and exclusive Hervé Léger Couture dress, made in France in the 1990s, emblematic of the iconic style of the brand that revolutionized fashion with its famous bandage dresses. T...

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Early 2000s HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Documented Chanel By Karl Lagerfeld Runway Metallic Ribbed-Knit Maxi Dress, FW96

$3,850

Size: FR 38 (US 6 / UK 10 / IT 42)

Documented Chanel By Karl Lagerfeld Runway Metallic Ribbed-Knit Maxi Dress, FW96

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Geneva, CH

Perfect for the inter-seasons, the color of this rare Fall-Winter 1996 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld t-shirt maxi dress is reminiscent of the holiday season about to begin ! Its twin walk...

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1990s French HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Vintage Gucci FW 2006 Runway Metallic Gold Bronze Stretch Mini Plunging Dress M

$2,595

Size: M

Vintage Gucci FW 2006 Runway Metallic Gold Bronze Stretch Mini Plunging Dress M

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage Gucci Metallic Gold Bronze Stretch Mini Sexy Dress F/W Runway 2006 Collection Designer size - M Metallic gold bronze color, Deep plunging neckline, Elasticized band around h...

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Early 2000s Italian HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Jean Varon Silk Maxi Dress 1970s

$1,400

Size: S, M

Jean Varon Silk Maxi Dress 1970s

By Jean Varon

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful Jean Varon silk maxi dress in an abstract grey, coral and off-white pattern. The bodice fitted to the waist is trimmed along the low V neckline and long sleeve cuffs with ruffles of the same fabric. The floor length skirt...

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1970s English HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

WUNDERKIND bronze gold brown 100% silk floral sequin handkerchief dress US2 S

$288Sale Price|20% Off

WUNDERKIND bronze gold brown 100% silk floral sequin handkerchief dress US2 S

Located in Hong Kong, NT

WUNDERKIND bronze gold brown 100% silk floral sequin handkerchief dress US2 S Reference: NKLL/A00532 Brand: Wunderkind Material: Silk Color: Gold, Brown Pattern: Sequins Closure: Zip...

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2010s HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

NEW Prada Asian-Inspired Ruched Printed Silk Twill Cocktail Dress 40

$1,999

Size: 40

NEW Prada Asian-Inspired Ruched Printed Silk Twill Cocktail Dress 40

By Prada

Located in Switzerland, CH

Beautiful PRADA dress Closes in front with invisible buttons Asian-inspired collar Pleated details Yellow/Gold-coloured fabric trimming Printed silk, "Prada" discreetly written on f...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Previously Available Items

Vintage Creme Silk Beaded and Paillettes Gown - XS - Circa 60's

Sold

Size: small

Vintage Creme Silk Beaded and Paillettes Gown - XS - Circa 60's

By HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Creme Silk Beaded and Paillettes Gown - XS - Circa 60's This beautiful silk crepe gown is all hand beaded, has a round neck and the back has a d...

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1960s Hong Kong HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Vintage Orange & Gold Silk Brocade Asian Jacket-Sz S-Circa 70's

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Size: small

Vintage Orange & Gold Silk Brocade Asian Jacket-Sz S-Circa 70's

By HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Orange, Gold, Green and Black Silk Brocade Asian Inspired Jacket. This is a small size, probably a 4. This jacket was made in Hong Kong by Haute Couture Int'l. The jacket is...

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1970s Hong Kong HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

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Questions About HAUTE COUTURE INT'L

What is haute couture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
Haute couture is the name of custom-designed clothing that select fashion houses produce. To qualify as haute couture, a maker must receive certification from the Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Paris. Each year, this chamber of commerce publishes a list of the current haute couture maisons. Shop a selection of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between couture and haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
The difference between couture and haute couture comes down to the regulations and laws of France. A couture fashion label is any label that produces made-to-order pieces for clients. To be accurately identified as haute couture, a couture maison must secure certification from the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Paris. Each year, this organization publishes a list of current haute couture fashion houses. Explore a large selection of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
How do you identify haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
To identify haute couture, start by locating the brand label on your item. Once you know who produced it, you can check the official list of haute couture fashion houses published on the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode website to see if the maker is on the list. By law, only maisons that meet certain standards established by the Paris Chamber of Commerce can be considered haute couture. Find a wide variety of apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
Is Versace haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
Yes, Versace is haute couture. The Italian fashion house is an official member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that determines which firms can operate with haute couture status.

More than any designer before him, Gianni Versace mined celebrity, music and Pop art for inspiration. In fact, the New York Times noted in 1997 that the fashion industry "is now driven by contemporary culture because Mr. Versace made it that way."

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What qualifies as haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Haute couture is described as high-end luxury wear that has been custom-fitted and constructed by hand from start to finish and is governed by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode in France. You can shop a variety of top fashion houses' haute couture designs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a haute couture dress?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
A haute couture dress is dress is a dress that was made by an esteemed haute couture designer. Dresses created by haute couture houses are constructed by hand from start to finish. They’re made of the finest materials and are individually tailored to meet the needs of a specific client.

Haute couture garments are expertly created by firms that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Dior, Maison Margiela and Schiaparelli are examples of universally revered haute couture houses.

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Is Dior haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 20, 2024
Yes, Dior is haute couture.

The French luxury fashion house Christian Dior is an official member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that determines which maisons can operate with haute couture status.

When Christian Dior launched his haute couture house, in 1946, he wanted nothing less than to make “an elegant woman more beautiful and a beautiful woman more elegant.” He succeeded, and in doing so the visionary designer altered the landscape of 20th century fashion. Vintage Dior bags, shoes, evening dresses, shirts and other garments and accessories are known today for their feminine and sophisticated sensibility.

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Is Balmain haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
Yes, Balmain is haute couture. The term haute couture refers to high-end luxury wear that has been custom-fitted and constructed by hand from start to finish. The world of haute couture is governed by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode in France.

Fashion designer Pierre Balmain established his now-iconic label in 1945. In the postwar years, Balmain became known for bell-shaped skirts falling from slender waists, structured jackets over sheath day dresses and embellishments like fur trim.

From the dresses favored by Hollywood icons like Audrey Hepburn and Marlene Dietrich to the sleek, skinny jeans seen on Nicki Minaj, Kid Cudi and every Kardashian, clothes from the House of Balmain have long been mainstays in celebrity wardrobes. Shop a collection of vintage Balmain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Is Mugler haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
Whether Mugler is haute couture may vary from year to year. This is due to the fact that the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode updates its list of haute couture fashion houses annually. Generally, the French luxury fashion house founded by Thierry Mugler has regularly appeared on the list of official haute couture fashion houses. Explore a variety of Mugler apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if something is haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
To tell if something is haute couture, first look for a size tag. Haute couture is custom-made for the purchaser, eliminating the need for a size tag. Every inch of a haute couture item will be flawless as well. Imperfections like misaligned or uneven stitches, poor-quality fabrics or cheaply made zippers and buttons are a sign that a piece isn't haute couture. You can also consult the list of haute couture fashion houses published by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode every year. The list is accessible on the organization's website. Explore a wide variety of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
What does haute couture mean in fashion?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
In fashion, “haute couture” means "high sewing" or "high dressmaking." Haute couture is French and refers to the creation of one-of-a-kind pieces by an esteemed fashion designer or house for a particular client.

Haute couture garments such as dresses are pieces of clothing constructed by hand from start to finish and are made with the highest quality materials. They are expertly created by firms that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Dior, Maison Margiela and Schiaparelli are some of fashion's universally revered haute couture houses.
Is Louis Vuitton haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024
Yes, Louis Vuitton is haute couture. The iconic French luxury brand is a member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body of haute couture as an art form.

Founded in 1868 as the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture and renamed FHCM in 2017, the organization has around 100 members — and Sidney Toledano, the CEO of Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), sits on its executive committee. "Haute couture" is a legal term that, literally translated, means "high sewing" and refers to innovative, hand-crafted garments created for private clients and presented to the public every January and July.

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Who is Worth, the father of haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
Worth, the father of haute couture, is Charles Frederick Worth. In 1858, he established the House of Worth in Paris and began creating custom-made dresses for celebrities like Sarah Bernhardt and Jenny Lind and elites of fashion. By the 1870s, he was widely known throughout Europe, and many now consider him the first truly successful fashion designer. Explore a wide variety of apparel on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between luxury and haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between luxury and haute couture relates to exclusivity. Luxury is a general term for items made from fine materials and with meticulous crafting techniques that maximize quality, allowing them to be sold for high prices. Makers that produce these items are luxury brands. To be called haute couture, a brand must meet the strict requirements of the Paris Chamber of Commerce. Each year, its commission, the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode, publishes a list of haute couture fashion houses. Explore a collection of luxury apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between high fashion and haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
The difference between high fashion and haute couture comes down to official recognition. For its pieces to be legally called haute couture, a fashion house must meet the standards set forth by the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Paris, which publishes a list of haute couture labels every year. High fashion is a general term for pieces designed and tailored to order that sell at aspirational price points. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of apparel and accessories.
What is the difference between ready-to-wear and haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
The difference between ready-to-wear and haute couture comes down to availability and pricing as well as whether or not the brand in question can assert haute couture status (this denomination is protected by law). Haute couture garments are crafted by maisons that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Haute couture items are custom-made and individually tailored to fit the wearer. As a result, they sell for very high prices. Fashion houses produce ready-to-wear apparel on a much larger scale in a range of predetermined sizes and sell it at lower price points. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of apparel and accessories.
What is the difference between prêt-à-porter and haute couture?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
The difference between prêt-à-porter and haute couture is availability and average price points. Also called ready-to-wear, prêt-à-porter is the term for apparel available for purchase in stores in various sizes. Haute couture pieces are custom-made to fit the wearer's body size and type, as well as their tastes. As a result, haute couture fashion tends to cost significantly more and its pieces are one-of-a-kind. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of apparel and accessories.