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A fabulous sculptural white linen jacket from Deplozo. It has large silver dome front closing and fabulous panels encircling the armholes flaring at the ...

Worn by a well-to-do young Parisian at her debutante ball, which included a pre-party on a Seine-docked yacht. The convertible halter neck adds real-world practicality, but the jaw-dropping changeante color and Elizabethan-style skirt elevate this gown to the realm of myth. Vintage halter neck...

A rare and iconic piece from Prada’s late 90s era, this stunning silk dress is adorned with oversized black sequins that catch the light with every movement, creating a dazzling ef...

A chic vintage cocktail/ dinner dress by Linz Line. The dress has a scalloped off the shoulder neckline and is fully lined. There is gatherin...

This Kaat Tilly gown is composed of a brown crinkled lace and features a black trim. Corset style with center front button closures. In excellent vintage co...

A stunning 70's inspired Valentino Demi Couture evening gown that sparkles and shimmers on the runway. Hand sewn sequins strategically placed for great color and visual appeal. Features a bateau neckline, slender bishop sleeves, and concealed back zip closure. Orig retail $14K plus tax. Couture Long Dress...

This is an incredible bias-cut metallic silk deco fabric gown with flounce drape at back and matching belt. Plunging V- back is 16.5 inches from the mid-shoulder blade to the center...

Celebrating the headlong revival of boho romanticism, this exceptional piece conjures the breathless femininity of Romeo's Juliet with de la Renta's demi-couture architectural precis...

A stunning and hard-to-find piece from the late 1940's created by Irene Lentz. This black gown really channels classic 'film noir' Hollywood glamour from this era. The dress featu...

The little black dress ... or should we call it 'The Little Blass' dress!?! C.1980 Bill Blass black silk dress with dramatic sleeves and a cummerbund style sash. This dress is load...

Stunning black Azzedine Alaia dress from 1984, cut close to the body. The front features a sleeveless top with a high, fitted waist and a narrow, knee-length skirt. The knit fabric h...

Evening dress in lurex, knit and tulle ruffles. Main fabric composition: 81% acetate, 19% polyester. Zip closure on the middle back. SIZE 38 (Fr) M