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This beautiful 1940’s clutch bag, made up of knotted and woven wooden beads, painted in a deep black satin finish, above a black rayon lining, is the perfect statement accessory. ...

Beautiful people, lush gardens and stylish interiors ... Vogue's Book of Houses, Gardens, People, published by Viking Press in 1968, offers an insider's view of fascinating people an...

Chic 1960s navy blue cotton daisy print sleeveless shift mini dress! Features embroidered daisies throughout the entire dress. Attached bow detail at neck. High quality toon that hol...

This truly breathtaking 1950's cream evening gown, accented by a pattern of bows and ribbons and finished with the most incredible buttons along the back of the dress, is a timeless ...

High Style Masterworks from the Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art - Softcover by Jan Glier Reeder. 256 pages 358 illustrations New York Book Show Awards Special Trade, General Award, Winner (2011) Independent Publishers Book Awards, Silver Medal (2011) Costume Society of America Millia Davenport Publication Award, Runner-Up (2011) Metropolitan Museum of Art, 2010 - 256 pages Published in conjunction with an exhibition on view at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, May 5-Aug. 15, 2010, and at the Brooklyn Museum, May 7-Aug. 1, 2010. High Style is the first comprehensive publication on the Brooklyn Museum's remarkable collection of costumes and accessories. This lavishly illustrated volume presents more than two hundred examples drawn from its nearly twenty-four thousand women's and men's garments, accessories, hats, and shoes. Brooklyn's collection was founded in 1903 to provide inspiration for Americas growing fashion industry. Through its Department of Industrial Design, Design Lab, and Department of Costumes and Textiles, the Brooklyn Museum became one of the most important centers for the study of fashion. As a result, the holdings are rich in clothing by American designers and the great French couturiers of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. The museum is also fortunate to have assembled what is considered the definitive group of works by the great couturier Charles James. Organized in chapters that represent the collection's strengths, High Style presents Brooklyn's masterworks and provides brief histories of how they were collected. Included are historical costumes from the 1760s to the 1890s; sumptuous gowns by Charles Frederick Worth; custom designs by the important French nineteenth-century couture houses; examples from the early twentieth-century houses, including those of Lanvin, Chanel, and Poiret; iconic Surrealist- based designs by Schiaparelli; the incomparable sculpted ball gowns of James of the 1940s and 1950s; ensembles from postwar phenomenon Dior, his successor, Saint Laurent, and Givenchy. American designers of the 1920s to the 1980s are well represented. Among the women are Valentina, McCardell, Cashin, and Maxwell; among the men, Mainbocher, Norell, Beene, and Halston. Augmenting this survey is a unique selection of regional costumes and historic French fashion...

An unforgettable piece, this original 1930's deep red silk velvet dress, paired with a matching silk velvet jacket which is in turn finished with the most incredible statement glass ...

Chic 1960s black and silver crepe rayon plus size dress! Features a tailored silver metallic lurex bodice, with a flattering and forgiving shift shape. St...

Frederick Fox, milliner to the royal family in the UK complete with Royal Warrant by Appointment to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II created this eye catching masterpiece in red straw ...

Beautiful long mink fur cape in herringbone pattern with fox fur collar, rare to find. We offer more exclusive fur items, view our frontstore. Details: With 3 closing hooks, color...

Chic 1960s Sorbert orange chiffon overlay ruffle detailed dress! Features a fitted tailored bodice, with a forgiving flattering full skirt. Full metal z...

Valstar Milano men's coat 2000s. Waterproof classic, color gray dark. Wool interior with chest pockets. Made in italy. Excellent vintage condition. Size: 48 It 38 Us 38 Uk Shoulder...

Luxurious plush triple band mink shrug c 1960 The chic mahogany ranch mink shrug is designed with three rows of soft mink on both ends. The center sectio...

Slinky 1970s HIROKO salmon and coral color blocked jersey bias cut maxi dress! This beauty simply slips over the head and stretches to fit. Slimming...

This breathtaking 1960's cream knitted wool dress, embellished in its entirety with cream iridescent sequins, and finished with floral beaded details, is the perfect piece for a spar...

This wonderful and rare 1930's crochet blouse, rendered in a swirling rayon type fibre in a vibrant shade of pink, is just the piece to layer with all year round. The rounded neckli...

Custom Silk Satin Clutch with Malachite and Coral from the 1960's. Emerald silk satin is lined in peach satin with antique clasp of Asian origin with coral cabs and a large genuine malachite slab...

Art deco lame floral patterned shawl with ivory silk fringe, 48 x 38 plus 22" fringe. Excellent condition w slight oxidation in center.

Amazing, Cool Handmade Rhinestone Bra from the 1980's perfect for layering under sheer or open garments. Unusual handmade from rhinestone "chaining" and...

Elegant handcrafted coat in real black astrakhan fur, with a classic and refined cut. Soft to the touch and with a characteristic texture that adds a touch of luxury. It has a hidden...

Gorgeous 1990s vintage black silk chiffon beaded cocktail dress! Features layers of luxurious black silk chiffon, with thousands of hand-sewn sequins, beads and rhinestones throughou...

KIKI DE MONTPARNASSE nude 100% silk chain print babydoll nightwear cami panties set S Reference: NKLL/A00509 Brand: Kiki de Montparnasse Material: Silk Color: Purple, Black Pattern: ...

Unusual Silk Art Deco Slip Dress with Bell Flower motifs. Peachy pink and lavender silk are mixed in this charming bias slip dress with a pair of r...

This fur headband is made of soft dyed dark grey mink fur. We offer more fur items, view our frontstore With 2 pom pom you can use it also as a collar Inside is a black lining with...

Amazing Technicolor Silk Chiffon and Sequined Gown from the 1970's. Designer label has been removed but quality is beautiful. Vibrant tropical striped silk chiffon with matching tonal sequin bodice and waist band. Full pleated skirt as well as full sheer kimono...

Chic beautiful 1960s pale blue lace + crepe + silk mini shift dress. Features a fitted bodice, with a lace overlay. Great fit, with an amazing amount o...

Wonderful, large 1920's Czech Jeweled Mesh Purse of the largest scale and finest quality relined by famed, Art Bag of Madison Ave. NY. Jeweled frame with...

Incredible vintage silk blouse!!! No labels, but with this quality, surely a high-end designer! Chic regal 'chair' 'bed' 'baroque' print throughout. Looks great from day to night.......

Extraordinary 2000s J MENDEL couture navy blue silk chiffon one shoulder Size 4 full length evening dress! Features a flattering tailored bodice with interior boning and interior cor...

Chic 70s vintage maxi dress! Silver and black metallic maxi skirt, with printed hibiscus flowers throughout. Blak crochet bodice, with attached...

Beautiful 1950s royal blue and green fruit print wool wiggle dress! Fabulous flattering fit that stretches to fit the body. Short cap sleeves. Full metal zipper up the back with hook...

Absolutely breathtaking vintage 1960s silk couture Asian kimono jacket! Features the finest of light gold silk, with a beautiful colorful flowers embroid...

Art Deco Chiffon Gown of Haute Couture quality with Hydrangea ecru Lace detailing. This gown has been styled backwards in photos to highlight the amazing detailing. The front of the...

Victorian Chinese Mantle Shawl created in the period with imported Chinese silk hand embroidered textiles. Hand trimmed with lavish fringe thr...

New Kate Spade From Her Spring 2005 Collection Her Last Collection Before Selling Her Brand to Neiman Marcus Designed by Kate Spade Brand New Size 6 * Stunning Mules * Yellow Brocad...

Exquisite early 90s sequin gown! Features thousands of pale pink micro sequins throughout the dress, with crystal embellishments at sleeves, bust, and back...

Chic 1980s does 1950s flower Hawaiian print strapless cotton romper / jumpsuit ! Features vibrant colors of purple, pink, yellow, green, orange, white and pink throughout. Pockets at...

This couture lingerie-like spaghetti-strapped black silk-satin apron vest--with extraordinary graphic cutwork featuring a heavily hand-beaded breast-plate and appliques--was custom made by a young designer for a New York City female...

Amazing 1970s black crepe Moroccan long sleeve kaftan maxi dress! Features meticulously embrodiered gold metal throughout. Chic bell /angel sleeved have just the right amount of flar...

1970S Silver Beaded Silk Fringe Cocktail Dress

Discover the sophisticated allure of the 1980s with this elegant structured shoulder bag by Esseppi, a testament to exquisite Italian craftsmanship. This refined accessory embodies t...

Sleek mid 1940s navy blue soft wool deco style jacket coat! Features a fitted bodice with a generous bottom. Royal blue and ivory color blocked buttons up the front, with small brass...

A beauty to behold. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with trailing silk threaded soutache embroidery depicting blossoming flowers, surrounded by pearlescent beaded d...

White cotton piqué wedding dress with lace ( Hand-made Irish crochet) edge and boléro.Zip in the middle back. SIZE M

Elegant 19th Century Ribbed Silver Pill Box handmade of coin silver. Simple reeded silver is used for simple oval handmade box. 1.25" x .75" x 1" high.

Vintage Sterling Strawberry Pillbox from the 1950's, Mexico. Hand raised and beautifully crafted. Twist to open and close. 2" long x 1.25" wide x 1.25" high.

1920's lame broche gold and port opera coat .The fabric woven with art deco concentric circles and center dots. Trimmed with full natural Japanese mink shawl color and cuffs. Smalle...

UNKNOWN - Large turquoise-blue wild silk stole with black organdie and feathers. Not signed. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 270 cm x 67 cm SKU:ACC229

Gorgeous vintage inspired Ghost Rayna high neck low back maxi dress gown. Worn once. Made from super slinky, cool to the touch viscose satin in a beautiful amber colour. It has a 193...

'Jewel Colored' print, silk crepe long -nearly floor length evening dress. V yoke in front. Dress appears to be custom hand sewn and pieced in 'couture' manner. Very slim bodice t...

Sleeveless cocktail dress with beadwork and rhinestone embellishment on a tulle base and lamé lining. Zip closure on the middle back. SIZE 38 (Fr) M

Gorgeous 80s does 50s hand painted demi couture cotton puff sleeve dress! Features handpainted flowers in pink, purple, yellow, green and ivory on an ivory background. Impeccable con...

Awesome 1970s men’s 'Circle of Life' Tiger King novelty print log sleeve knit shirt ! Simply slips over the head and stretches to fit. In great condition Made in USA Approximatley S...

We offer more exclusive vintage fur items, view our frontstore Details: This vintage coat is dyed in a special blue/grey/brown color fox fur with 2 pockets , 1 collar button and 3 c...

Beautiful 1950s demi couture green botanical floral print silk fit n' flare sleeveless dress ! Features various shade of green throughout. Hidden metal zipper up the back with hook-a...

Gorgeous vintage inspired Veronica Beard Mika dress - bought for £575 and new with tags/spare buttons. Made from soft Whitestone silk and spandex with a delicate floral spring print...

Elegant Art Deco Silk Velvet Dance Dress from the 1920's. Pull over tank top style with 2 tiers of flounces for great movement when you walk, 1920's USA. Small size.

Couture The great designers hardcover book by Caoline Rennolds Millbank c 1985 The 415 page hardcover begins in the 1840s with Charles Frederick Worth...

Beautiful late 1950s ivory / off-white lightweight wool beaded bombshell dress ! Features a silk lace slip that peek through at the hem. Hidden metal...

Mid Century Novelty Wicker Seaside Themed Bag from the 1950's. Made in Hong Kong for a resort shop in Hollywood, Florida. White wicker with a sea scape of shells, coral and faux pear...

Charming Art Deco Rayon Floral Print Day Dress from the late 1930's. Placed floral border print in white and lime on deep rasberry ground, used on collar and hem with Schiaparelli li...