Black Cat Vintage Clothing

Angular, sexy and powerful from top to bottom, this satin suit is built of two pieces that can be worn together, as separates, or with our complementary Milly Autumn Roses suit listed under separate cover. With a sly nod to Gaultier’s fierce conical bodices and a skintight ruched pencil skirt that cups the derrière, the set has an edgy femininity that demands attention. The lining of each piece matches the exterior of the other, creating a sophisticated, intentional mismatch. Mismatched skirt and jacket set with complementary lining. Chocolate satin jacket features gently conical bust, surplice bracelet sleeves and 2” self ruffle around all edges. Clutch silhouette with no closures; fully lined in petrol silk to match skirt. Skirt features front and back 7” wide ruched panels from waist to hem for extra narrow fit; left side notch at knee for ease of walking. Left zipper closure; lined in brown silk to match jacket. fabric: silk satin noteworthy: dry clean only condition: excellent with original tags unattached repairs: none measurements •jacket• shoulders: 14” sleeve length: 19” from shoulder, 13” from underarm sleeve circumference: 13” bust: to 38” length: 16” from shoulder, 17” from rear neck (not including 2” ruffle around neck), 8 ½” from underarm sweep: 34” •skirt• waist: 25 ½” hips: 35” length: 23 ¼”including 1 ½” plain waistband sweep: 33” with side slit closed, 36” open hem: 1” side slit: 4 ½” label: Milly of New York...

Brimming with understated European luxury, this tonal taupe suit strikes just the right balance between strength and femininity. The softly flowing trousers complement the gentle cur...

Up your Western game with this never-worn ranch wear set worthy of its own Tarantino film. Fully trimmed in silver studs, it has the swagger of men's chaps ...

There’s something appealing in the contradiction of sequined sportswear because its very existence assumes there is a woman who will only dress down so far. Worn as a set, each ensem...

Designers Roy Halston and Yves Saint Laurent both revolutionized women's daywear by introducing safari collections that incorporated practical elements like large pockets, hoods and drawstrings into the clothing newly-liberated women favored. This two-piece ensemble goes one step further with Halston's signature use of ultrasuede, which is both machine washable and dryable. Vintage pant...

Before you and the other Warhol Superstars get together for your next evening at The Factory, you’ll want to get your hands on this bit of catnip. In a blinding yellow (that, coinci...

Like David Byrne’s “Big Suit” from the 1980s, this oversized suit makes a powerful statement despite its crisp, minimalist silhouette. Fuzzy, warm and r...

Just in case a backless lime green jumpsuit with four-foot wide legs isn't enough, the coordinating silk twill tunic--studded with cabochons around the neckline--can be worn in tande...

An elusive long sleeved cocktail dress for the lady who wishes to cover her arms but accentuate her legs. This abbreviated—almost mini—shift bridges the gap between covered and uncovered thanks to its short hemline, but balances the attention with the addition of a stylized leaf bandolier that criss crosses the bodice both front and back. Long sleeve shift dress with wide scooped neckline and black sequin criss-cross leaf trim at front and rear bodice. Lightly padded shoulders and 2” rear vent. Rear nylon zipper closure with top hook and eye; fully lined in black silk. fabric: pebbled wool crêpe, silk georgette, sequins noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: none condition: excellent measurements: neckline opening: 10” across shoulders: 15 ½” sleeve: 23” from shoulder (including 1” shoulder pad), 16” from underarm sleeve circumference: 13 ½” at upper arm, 8” at wrist bust: 38” waist: 36” hips: 41” length: 37 ½” from shoulder (including 1” shoulder pad); 28 ½” from underarm sweep: 38” hem: 2” label: Carolina Herrera Studio...

From Youthquake pioneer to pattern designer to punk icon, Betsey Johnson has worn as many hats as she has had labels. Despite their name, Johnson’s “punk label” dresses were as femin...

This poured-on wiggle dress attracts serious attention on two fronts: first, its aurora borealis sequins shimmer green and purple to resemble eye-catching fish scales. Second, its draped hobble skirt...

Though it’s almost a half century old, this cocktail dress—with its oversize front bow, puffed shoulders and cinched waist—could have walked off the spring runway. Created by one of fashion's most beloved international designers at the birth of his career, it is a perfect mother-of-the-bride dress...

When your Bianca Jagger fix needs attention, turn to this jewel tone maxi dress à la 1970s Halston. The sleek and sinewy gown is balanced by the billowing butt...

Whether you find yourself at a Tiki-themed backyard party, longing for the beaches of Hawaii, or vacationing in Tahiti, this easy, packable and colorful throwback to the 1960s takes ...

The perfect blend of bohemian and traditional, this liquid shirt dress combines a bright hand-crocheted placket, cuffs and collar with a modest silhouette, somber color and upright E...

Known for her easy, swirling and practical dresses, Edith Flagg was famous for her use of polyester jersey for good reason: she was the first designer to i...

A jewel of Art Deco design in an unheard-of larger size, this beautiful dress exudes machine-age minimalism and geometry. Its richly-adorned notched V neckline is outlined with a sta...

In light-as-air floral silk, this ladylike dress begs to be worn to a shoreline lunch or to the Derby with a perky hat. A charming mix of modesty and femininity, it glides over the body from shoulders to hips, where a zig zag seam unfurls deep pleats that fall from hips to hem. The swoon-worthy skirt swirls alluringly around the legs, while the sailor collar conveys childlike chastity despite its comely plunge. Sleeveless cream and navy trumpet dress...

An ingenious design, this dress features a draped shoulder-to-shoulder scarf that may be worn in the back, the front, or even on the head for three different and completely captivati...

Though the print would be enough, what really makes this Lanvin dress special is its wrinkle-free, lightweight and machine-washable fabric. Oh, and it has pockets too. Quite possibly...

Made for a party, this glamorous dance dress combines the late 50s and early 60s so perfectly that we would bet it was worn on New Year’s Eve at the cusp of the new decade. Not quite...

What at first glance seems like a monastic service uniform is actually so much more, thanks to diamond shape waist insets that create Art Deco angles on close inspection. The flared ...

If you had to choose ONE dress to wear for the rest of your life, choose this one. Its universally flattering cut accentuates even the smallest bustline while the swirling skirt (over ten feet!) skims over the hips and falls gracefully to the knee for dramatic movement. And though it is as light, wrinkle-free and sensuous as silk jersey, its easy care fabric means it is machine washable and supremely packable. A wardrobe workhorse, this dress can take you from day to night, Studio 54 to the Ritz Paris, and brunch to boardroom. Long sleeve swing dress with plunging neckline and front and rear princess seams from underarm to hem. Gently gathered inverted “V” seam at bust. Rear nylon zipper closure with top hook and eye. Unlined. fabric: stretch polyester jersey noteworthy: may be gently hand washed in cool water, drip dry alterations: none condition: excellent measurements: neckline opening: 7 ½” across neckline drop: 6” shoulders: 16 ¼” sleeve: 22 ½” from shoulder, 16 ½” from underarm sleeve circumference: 12” at upper arm, 8” at wrist bust: 38” waist: 29” hips: free length: 40 ½” from shoulder, 33 ½” from underarm sweep: 129” label: Edith Flagg...

Known as "the neckline king," Luis Estévez skyrocketed to stardom in 1955 with designs that celebrated--and flaunted--the female figure. Immaculately tailored, this bombshell cocktai...

A pouty seductress, this cocktail dress was tailor-made for an illicit rendezvous in a smoky Paris café. Super heavyweight silk satin and painted illusion lace prove opposites attrac...

With so much to love about this dress, it's hard to know where to begin! Besides its hard-to-find larger size, we love how the hemline gently slopes longer in the back. The scrolling...

Painfully good, from its rich color to its quilted skirt to its crisp A-line silhouette. The alluring keyhole neckline can be worn closed during the day and open at night for two dif...

Smouldering with sensuality, this cap sleeve gown has "1940s Torch Singer" written all over it. Shaped like an exclamation point, its wide shoulders a...

Searching for a failsafe day dress that can take you from conference to cocktails? Look no further: with just enough feminine details (like back buttons and a half peplum) to make yo...

Despite its modest silhouette and demure draping, this ladylike frock remains mischievous thanks to a lace illusion shoulder and side-ruching that cups the derrière. A keyhole back reveals a glimpse more skin for even more allure. Round neck cocktail dress with short lace flutter sleeves and half-lace draped surplice bodice; draped bodice panel forms swagged front skirt peplum and is trimmed down full length in lace. Left side metal zipper closure and keyhole back with 4 covered buttons at rear neck; belt loops and matching self-covered belt. Unlined. fabric: rayon noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: none condition: excellent measurements: neckline: 18” circumference (fully buttoned) shoulders: 14 ½” flutter sleeve: 7 ¾” from shoulder, underarms open bust: to 40” waist: 32” hips: 39” length: 46” from shoulder, 38” from underarm sweep: 59” belt: 30” long x 1” wide; adjustable from 24” – 26 ½” label: label removed, but belt labeled Ben Reig...

From the personal estate of department store heiress Estela Jàcome, this dress came from her own department store and was purpose-built for the holidays. Printed in a green and turqu...

Remember Audrey Hepburn's iconic black dinner dress in "Sabrina?" This charming piece is a near perfect facsimile from the same era with one important difference: instead of a single...

Less a peplum and more a Renaissance-era farthingale, this dress's midsection uses an optical illusion to slim the waist and hips by comparison. Entrance- AND exit-making. Vintage s...

Aside from its vivid color, the standout feature of this shift is its free-floating front panel, created by the tails of its oversized center bodice bow. Very Audrey Hepburn, from it...

Though Courrèges owned the vinyl-trimmed sportswear rage of the early 60s, other designers such as this one executed it with similar aplomb. With its A-line cut, vinyl-covered button...

A gorgeous example of the kind of playful prints Marni was famous for when Consuelo Castiglioni was still at the helm, this sundress combines the innocence of a pinafore with the sop...

Perfect for brunch, weddings and cocktail parties, this heavyweight linen dress combines crisp geometry with masterful but discrete beading. Its Mod fingertip pockets and gentle A-line silhouette evoke Jackie Kennedy, while its otherworldly color—a combination of silver, dove gray and seagrass—begs for attention with merely a whisper. Sleeveless A-line dress with high round neckline and full princess seams front and back; on-seam front pockets. Neck and pockets heavily crusted with pearls, flower beads and rhinestones. Rear metal zipper closure with top hook and eye; fully lined in gray silk georgette. Matching self covered rope tie with dangling beads at each end. fabric: heavyweight linen, silk georgette, beads noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: none condition: very good with one missing rhinestone at center of flower at neckline and two missing beads on one end of rope belt measurements: neckline circumference: 15” shoulders: 15” from shoulder edge to edge bust: 39” waist: 34” hips: 41” length: 38” from shoulder; 31” from underarm sweep: 49” rope belt: 76” long (plus 2 ¼” dangling beads each end) x 3/8” wide label: Seaton Enterprises Ltd...

A true bombshell dress, this svelte little number remains devastatingly sexy while maintaining full modesty. A perfect facsimile of an early 60s hourglass cocktail dress, it features...

Featuring a full circle skirt with a nearly 13-foot sweep, this ensemble's fit and flare silhouette is modernized by an on-trend shorter length and eye-catching graphic print. The he...

A genius example of designer Luis Estévez’s penchant for the feminine form, this dress celebrates hourglass curves with a layered peplum and minimizes figure flaws with clever color blocking. Its hard-to-find larger size makes it more relevant (and collectible!) than ever. Sleeveless day dress with white bodice, black skirt and red bib...

Thanks to its exaggerated cowl neck, floral matelassé fabric and feminine double-layer skirt, this easy day dress slips seamlessly into cocktail hour with a simple change of accessor...

So lightweight it feels like wearing nothing, this billowing day dress is an ideal transitional piece thanks to its long sleeves and ethnic print. A healthy dose of Bohemia with tidy neck ties and sash belt for polish. Long sleeve ethnic print dress...

Neither mint green nor light blue, this dress’s resemblance to ocean mist is only underscored by its sparkling beaded bodice and hips. Its featherweight fab...

Give your winter wardrobe a shot of blues-busting vitamin C with this supremely flattering, functional and toasty warm looped wool bouclé swing coat. Pair with long hot pink gloves...

Famous for making ready-to-wear clothes with the same meticulousness that other designers reserved for couture, Norman Norell excelled when creating crisp, clean silhouettes that showcased his fastidious tailoring. This contrast coat...

Jackie had one. Grace had one. Brigitte and Edie too. Considered a "neutral" since the mid-century, a leopard fur coat is the stylish gal's vintage Holy Grail, though this on is not made of the controversial genuine leopard skin Jackie's was. This one just happens to have belonged to a Las Vegas madame on top of it. A-line stenciled mink stroller coat...

Back in the 1920s, no self-respecting Ivy Leaguer would attend a game without a raccoon coat (see photos), and in 1928 George Olsen wrote a tune about them. This model, sized and cut for a woman’s figure, is a perfect mix of the blue blooded 1920s behemoth and the boho teddy bear coats of the 1970s à la Joe Namath...

Want to look pulled together in 10 seconds flat? Here’s your answer. This minimal crop jacket has no collar or closures to distract from the rest of your outfit, while the rich marin...

When it came to the details, no one paid attention like James Galanos. To wit, this set is lined with the same quality silk many designers use on the exterior of their dresses; the s...

Seasonless and endlessly pairable, this cropped, lightweight topper is like your favorite denim jacket with a touch more finesse thanks to its neutral color and slick brushed palladi...

One of the most outrageous garments in our collection in color, style and versatility. Of course it may be worn open as a sleeveless coat, but it also looks divine fixed closed with ...

With enough body to stand on its own, this mantle flares so much when worn that none of the embroidered jet detail is obscured. Though the mohair is actually chocolate brown, it's pl...

A wearable work of art, this sculptural hobble coat resembles some of the great deconstructionist garments of Rei Kawakubo, but was created by the Danish modernist Ivan Grundahl. Fea...

If you’re thirsting for a sharp military trench with feminine flair, you’ve found mecca. With all the masculine features of the boys’ version, this exquisite trench also includes a s...

Your "go-to" fall / winter coat: dressy enough for cocktails, modern enough for daywear and soft enough that you'll never want to take it off. Its neutral shade pairs beautifully with almost any color, while raglan seams and collarless construction keep your look playful. And the buttons? Don't get us started. Collarless coat with ¾ raglan sleeve and 2 slash side pockets; small vertical darts at front and rear shoulder. Three knotted Bakelite buttons...

Known for his ladylike but chic designs and masterful fabrics, Giorgio Armani makes a ladies jacket that never disappoints. No exception, this trim colla...

A regal piece of outerwear whose weight belies its warmth, this exquisite silk velvet mantle is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the touch. Vertical ruching creates drape and texture enough for it to hold its own when paired with drop waist flapper dresses or glamorous evening gowns...

Looking smart and staying warm need not be mutually exclusive. To wit, this Searle princess seam trench coat combines sleek, elegant lines with the warmth and water-resistance of a d...

Built for frigid winters and as plush and comforting as a teddy bear, this mouton swing jacket features a saturated deep brown color with the slightest hint of silky sheen. In a rare...

Favored in the mid-century because their volume allowed them to be worn over the full-skirted silhouettes of the time, opera coats still appear on modern runways due to their drama a...