1930s Silk Floral Bias Cut Dress with Applique
Located in London, GB
1930s silk bias cut dress in a beautiful 'cottage' style floral print, perfect for spring and summer. It features a rounded neckline with a f...
1930s Silk Floral Bias Cut Dress with Applique
Located in London, GB
1930s silk bias cut dress in a beautiful 'cottage' style floral print, perfect for spring and summer. It features a rounded neckline with a f...
1920s Peach and Blue Silk Chiffon Floral Dress
Located in London, GB
This enchanting 1920s silk chiffon floral print dress is delightfully feminine and in absolutely beautiful condition for a piece of this era. The dress has a scoop neck at both front...
1999 Ungaro Haute Couture Green Floral Embroidered Cami Top and Skirt
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in London, GB
This beautiful three-piece ensemble was designed by Emanuel Ungaro for his Spring 1999 haute couture collection. Composed of a sleeveless top, belt and maxi-skirt, the ensemble has ...
2001 Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture Purple Chiffon Beaded Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
This mesmerising, elaborately beaded silk gown was designed by Jean Paul Gaultier himself for our haute couture client. It was made circa 2001 and masterfully crafted from iridescent...
2003 Tom Ford for Gucci Runway Pink Strapless Corset Maxi Dress
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
This memorable dress was worn by supermodel Natalia Vodianova on the runway for Gucci’s Fall 2003 collection, designed by Tom Ford (look 39/45). True to form, this collection was inc...
2015 Alberta Ferretti Runway White Silk Lace Wedding Dress
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in London, GB
Alberta Ferretti is an Italian designer celebrated for her ethereal, romantic aesthetic, defined by flowing silhouettes, delicate fabrics, and a sense of femininity. The gown was see...
2003 Zuhair Murad Haute Couture Beige Long-Sleeve Dress
By Zuhair Murad
Located in London, GB
Zuhair Murad is a renowned Lebanese fashion designer known for his romantic, intricate haute couture, bridal, and ready-to-wear collections, often described as glamorous and "dreamy"...
2016 Julien MacDonald White Cream Beaded Jumpsuit with Net Inserts
By Julien Macdonald
Located in London, GB
Julien Macdonald’s Spring 2016 collection was inspired by the black sand beaches and traditional textiles of Bali. Batik-inspired patterns were spangled with diamantes and appeared a...
1960s Geometric Cut Out Brooch with Gemstones
Located in London, GB
This unsigned beauty of a brooch is from the mid 1970s and formed of five gold geometric shaped frames - a square, a rectangle, a triangle, a circle and a hexagon. Each is detailed w...
1970s Christian Dior Purple and Clear Floral Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
These early 1970s Christian Dior earrings were created by by Henkel & Grosse who had a long association with jewellery making for the house of Dior. They are crafted with sculptu...
1960s French Couture Cream Guipure Floral Lace Midi Dress
Located in London, GB
This 1960s floral lace midi dress was couture-made in France and was very likely a wedding dress circa 1966-1968. The fabrics used are the very finest available and it is tailored fr...
1900s Cream Silk and Tulle Wedding Dress with Lace Peplum
Located in London, GB
This antique silk and lace wedding dress was fashioned by hand circa 1908-1910 and is in rare, wearable condition. Of note, the design and fabrics are entirely original and our restoration at Circa has been very minimal. The dress is made from high grade mulberry woven silk, with just past the elbow length sleeves, a nipped in waist and draped skirt which falls to the ankle. There is an elegant, attached Watteau train...
1980s Priscilla of Boston Lace Wedding Dress with Jacket
Located in London, GB
This late 1970s to early 1980s wedding dress ensemble was created by Priscilla of Boston, a high-end wedding dress company founded by Priscilla Ea...
1964 Christian Dior Gold Mesh Knotted Brooch with Crystals
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This brooch was designed for Christian Dior in 1964 and produced by the famous Henkel & Grosse factory who had a long association with jewellery making for the house of Dior. The...
2001 Balmain Haute Couture Runway Coat and Dress Ensemble
By Oscar De La Renta, Balmain
Located in London, GB
This beautifully crafted coat and dress suit walked the runway as part of Balmain’s Spring 2001 haute couture collection (look 10). Designed by the creative director at the time, Osc...
2015 Julien MacDonald Runway Showpiece Chain Mail Jacket
By Julien Macdonald
Located in London, GB
The British Crown Jewels served as Julien Macdonald’s starting point for his Fall 2015 collection, inspiring him to explore the opulence and authority of Britain’s queens and other p...
1960s Rayne Black Patent Leather Top Handle Bag
By Rayne of London
Located in London, GB
This elegant late 1960s Rayne trapeze-shape bag is crafted from patent black leather but such is the timeless design it could conceivably be a little later. It has an unusual structu...
1960s Hattie Carnegie Prong Set Crystal Cuff with French Jet Beads
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in London, GB
This striking late 1960s to early 1970s cuff bracelet was designed by renowned jewellery designer Hattie Carnegie. Crafted from gold-toned metal and encrusted with dozens of circular...
1990s Kenzo Brown and Blue Floral Gloves with Envelope
By Kenzo
Located in London, GB
Made in Belgium, these elegant Kenzo gloves were designed around the turn of the Millennium circa 1997-2002. During this time, Carole Lim and Humberto Leon of Opening Ceremony were ...
2009 Christian Dior by John Galliano Runway Turquoise Chiffon Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior turquoise silk-chiffon maxi dress walked the runway as part of the brand’s Resort 2009 collection. Created during John Galliano’s tenure at the helm of the fashio...
2007 Pucci Runway Black and White Linen Cotton A-Line Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in London, GB
This dress was designed by Matthew Williamson for Pucci’s Spring 2007 collection and a near identical version walked the runway for the show opening. We assume small adaptions were m...
1880s Victorian Whitby Jet Gothic Carved Brooch
Located in London, GB
This elegant, richly textured brooch was made in the north of England around the 1880s but could conceivably be a little earlier or later such is the timeless appeal of jet. Carved f...
2014 Chanel Navy and White Contrast Ribbed Pullover Top
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Made in Italy, this white and navy contrast knitted top was designed by Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel's Spring 2014 Pre-Collection. The dress version in a reverse contrast knit was worn ...
2000s Galliano for Dior Hand Painted Wood and Silver Leather Shoes
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
These kitten heel mules by Christian Dior are truly a work of art. Circa 2003-2005, they were created by the French fashion house during John Galliano’s lauded reign as Creative Dire...
1980s Electric Blue Strapless Sequin Jumpsuit with Harem Trousers
Located in London, GB
This high-octane, vivid blue jumpsuit was made in the very late 1970s to early 1980s by an unknown designer. Recalling styles favoured on the dancefloor at the iconic Studio 54 night...
1960s 6-Strand Blue Beaded Glass Necklace with Gold Clasp
Located in London, GB
This striking late 1950s to early 1960s necklace is composed of six strands threaded with novelty peanut shaped glass beads. The strands are all of a different length and therefore s...
1960s Turquoise Floral Silk Organza Maxi Dress with Keyhole Neckline
Located in London, GB
This 1960s couture maxi dress is crafted from what feels like silk organza with a swirling print of flowers, leaves and vines in blue, green and purple hues. It has an A-line cut and...
1970s French Linen Floral Dress with Key Hole Detail
Located in London, GB
This fabulous 1970s linen dress features a high rounded neckline and unusual double keyhole detail. It has the original French zip closure running all the way down the back and is ni...
1960s Marjon Couture Keyhole Neckline Floral Print Dress
Located in London, GB
This is a really fun 1960s slip dress with a wonderful tactile linen fabric by quality British label Marjon Couture and Baker Sportswear. I have sold a number of these dresses over ...
1954 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Silk Brocade Dress and Jacket Suit
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
This 1950s silk brocade two piece couture dress set has a stunning paisley pattern in pink and gold threads. The dress features a scalloped edge trim to the top of the bodice and thr...
2012 Yves Saint Laurent Runway Black Purple Boho Skirt Ensemble
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This ensemble was designed by Stefani Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent’s Spring 2012 show where it walked as look 20. Consisting of an A-line, pleated maxi-skirt and billowing, bell-sle...
2000s Bruce Oldfield Couture Pink Skirt Suit with White Beadwork
By Bruce Oldfield
Located in London, GB
Bruce Oldfield is a celebrated British couturier renowned for his occasion wear and this is a beautiful and understated example. Made in England circa early 2000s, this embellished s...
1950s Tri-Colour Velvet Caged Topper Hat
Located in London, GB
This original 1950s topper hat is crafted from cream, brown and black velvet to three twisting shapes which recall antlers in an unusual caged design. It is lined with wire and shape...
2014 Giambattista Valli Documented Silk Cream Floral Maxi Dress
By Giambattista Valli
Located in London, GB
This gown was the final look (31 of 31) in the lookbook for Giambattista Valli’s Pre-Fall 2014 collection. The season was defined by ease, and this gown is generously crafted to a fr...
1960s Double Strand Plastic Faux Coral Necklace
Located in London, GB
This original 1960s necklace is formed of two strands of vibrant peachy-orange faux coral made from plastic. Each strand is decadently smothered in strips of faux-coral and meets the...
2009 Alexander McQueen Runway Black Cut Out Corset Belt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
This beautifully crafted and rare belt walked the runway in a brown variation as part of Alexander McQueen’s Spring 2009 collection. These belts featured multiple times on the runway...
2005 Alexander McQueen Beige Leather Mini-Skirt with Net Panels
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
This unusual Alexander McQueen skirt is from the late designer's pre spring/summer 2005 collection. Designed before Lee's tragic death in 2010, this buttery soft, beige leather mini-...
1920s Original Black Woollen Ladies Swimsuit
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the mid 1920s, this swimsuit is woven from a medium weight black stretch wool. It has a chunky ribbed texture with thick woven seams. The straps are thick and support ...
1950s Carlye Cream Cotton Knife Pleat Dress
By Carlye
Located in London, GB
A classic example of good quality American day wear. We love this vintage label - Carlye pieces just ooze refinement. This creamy beige cotton knife pleat dress has an elegant scoop ...
1960s Rhona Roy Waffle Cotton Floral Print Dress with Belt
Located in London, GB
Original early 1960s fit and flare dress by high quality British label, Rhona Roy. The dress features a repeat floral spray print in shades of red, orange, yellow and green. It is a ...
1970s Travers Tempos Flock-Cotton Floral Oversized Blouse
Located in London, GB
This collectable Travers Tempos top originates from the very late 1960s or early 1970s at the height of the London Fashion scene of the swinging 60s. An oversized style featuring a v...
2016 Chloe Documented White Lace Wedding Dress
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
This ethereal wedding dress was designed by Clare Waight Keller for Chloe and presented as part of the brand’s Pre-Fall 2016 lookbook (look 14/30). Vogue highlighted the “overall car...
2003 Julien Macdonald Runway White Cotton Mini Dress with Ruffle Skirt
By Julien Macdonald
Located in London, GB
This babydoll mini-dress walked the runway as part of Julien MacDonald’s Spring 2003 collection (look 23/48). It is crafted from a pretty, white broderie anglais to a body-hugging si...
1999 Valentino Runway Dusky Pink Slip Dress with Embellished Straps
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
This archival Valentino dress walked the runway on supermodel Esther Cañadas for the House's Fall 1999 collection. Tailored from pink silk-satin which shines a warm grey or dusky pin...
1930s White Floral Tulle and Lace Chiffon Midi Dress with Jacket
Located in London, GB
This 1930s wedding dress and matching jacket is tailored from delicate cobweb rayon tulle and has a sleeveless silhouette with a curved neckline. The body of the dress is crafted fro...
2003 Valentino Runway Documented Cream Coat and Skirt Suit
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
This timeless wool coat walked the runway as look 34/76 in Valentino Garavani's Spring 2003 collection. The collection had a 2000s-does-1960s feel and this coat leans into that. Tail...
1950s French Couture Cream Muslin Wedding Dress with Cummerbund Belt
Located in London, GB
This original early 1950s pale cream mousseline cotton wedding dress was couture-made in France and is in very fine, wearable condition. The dress has a high neckline and yoke collar...
2007 Valentino Haute Couture Runway Cream Embroidered Dress Suit
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
This exceptional documented haute couture dress and jacket was seen on the Spring 2007 runway, in a lighter colourway, Look 18. It was entirely hand sewn in the Valentino atelier in ...
1990s Bellville Sasson Pink Sequinned Tulle Ruffle Layer Gown
By Bellville Sassoon
Located in London, GB
British couture house Bellville Sassoon was founded in 1953 by Belinda Bellville and provided Parisian style fashion in the heart of London for aristocrats and debutantes. Designer ...
2009 Yves Saint Laurent White Silk Long Harem Pants
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
These long harem pants were created as part of Yves Saint Laurent’s Spring 2009 collection. Designed under creative director Stefano Pilati, they are tailored from smooth silk in a s...
2011 Alexander McQueen Red Abstract Rose Print Chiffon Corset Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
This stunning gown is from Sarah Burton’s Resort 2011 collection for Alexander McQueen. One of the designer’s first collections for McQueen after the eponymous founder’s passing, Vog...
1990s Oleg Cassini Raspberry Pink Sequin Dress with Ruched Waist
By Oleg Cassini
Located in London, GB
Oleg Cassini designed this spotlight-stealing dress in the 1990s. Born in Paris to an aristocratic Russian family, Cassini moved to Hollywood at the end of the 1930s and became a cos...
1930s Liberty Silk Velvet Rainbow Floral Print Jacket with Scarf
By Liberty of London
Located in London, GB
Liberty of London is renowned for its meticulously crafted fabrics whose exceptional quality, colour depth, and archival artistry have made them a cornerstone of British textile desi...
2013 Julien Macdonald Runway Documented Electric Blue Beaded Dress
By Julien Macdonald
Located in London, GB
Julien Macdonald’s Fall 2013 collection was inspired by Las Vegas, with each glittering, intensely detailed look named after a casino there. The collection led Vogue to pose the ques...
2011 Valentino Haute Couture Navy Dress Suit with Latticework and Belt
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
This dress suit was commissioned from Valentino’s Spring 2011 haute couture presentation and walked the runway in a pink variation. Latticework featured throughout the collection, ca...
2015 Tom Ford Runway Pink Animal Print Flared Trousers
By Tom Ford
Located in London, GB
These well documented silk-blend flared trousers walked the runway as look 16/31 for Tom Ford’s Spring 2015 show. They featured in numerous editorials and were worn by Kendall Jenner...
2013 Ermanno Scervino Black Leather Gloves with Crystal Embellishment Boxed
By Ermanno Scervino
Located in London, GB
Italian label Ermanno Scervino was founded by Toni Scervino and Ermanno Daelli in 2000 and is known for combining fine Italian tailoring with romantic craftsmanship. Made in Italy, t...
2017 Isabel Marant Mainline Documented Black White and Floral Silk Top
By Isabel Marant
Located in London, GB
This top was designed by Isabel Marant as part of her Pre-Fall mainline collection and featured as look 18/23 in the look book. It is crafted from pure silk printed with florals that...
2000s Jenny Packham Navy White Sequin and Beaded Column Dress
By Jenny Packham
Located in London, GB
This sequin-smothered gown was created by renowned British designer and occasion-wear specialist Jenny Packham in the late 1990s to very early 2000s. The silhouette is hugely flatter...
1950s Turquoise Satin Pearl-Adorned Evening Dress with Bow Bust
Located in London, GB
This decadent 1950s evening gown is cut from the most beautiful deep turquoise/teal satin, which has an iridescent burgundy reverse - flashes of which can be seen under the skirt as ...