Circa Vintage

This 1970s does 1940s summer dress is by celebrated British designer Jeff Banks. The influential designer was a pivotal member of the swinging 60s London fashion scene when he cofou...

This quirky 1970s shirt is by celebrated British designer Jeff Banks. Tailored from white muslin or cheesecloth cotton, it is trimmed with a geometric patchwork design in floral Libe...

This colour-block red silk cocktail dress was manufactured in America in the mid-1950s. The off-the-shoulder tailoring adds a playfully sensuous detail, whilst the cap-sleeves, cinched waist and pleated full skirt are trademarks of the era. The taffeta crimson silk has a lovely thick texture and supports the structured style of the dress. The flamboyant bow and collared neckline give way to ruched fabric at the waist. Lined in silk organza and closes with a hidden central zip to the rear. Although unlabelled, the dress is excellent quality and probably made for a high-end US department store. Photographed and modelled without under skirts...

This dress is from Dolce & Gabbana's highly glamorous main line circa 2003. Flaunting many of the fashion house's beloved signature details, we love the underwear-as-outerwear design...

This documented elegant column dress was designed in the early 1970s by Loris Azzaro, whose simple and elegant lines came to epitomise the high end occasion wear of the era. His desi...

A Gina Fratini 1970s boho luxe version of a prairie dress with two contrasting fabrics in a patch work design. The first is a harlequin or checkerboard print in muted blues, cream a...

This elegant late 1950s to early 1960s dress and jacket combination is cut to a classic swing silhouette, with a nipped-in waist, flared, almost 360 circular skirt and playful halter...

This striking two-piece ensemble was crafted in Mexico in the 1950s. The cotton fabric is a vibrant lime-yellow, almost neon, and as luminous as the day it was made. Composed of an o...

Incredible vintage 1960s Mollie Parnis silk dress in pretty pastel stripes with all over beading. It is full length with a slit to one side of the skirt, attached waist belt and sid...

1970s Janice Wainwright 1920s style flapper dress. This is a wonderful example of Janice Wainwright's early work which is highly sort after by collectors and museums alike. She fou...

André Courrèges’s namesake brand is having a moment. In 1961, after ten years honing his craft under Cristóbal Balenciaga, Courrèges launched his own fashion house. Today, the House ...

This exquisite antique 1920s hand embroidered cotton whitework tea dress is in absolutely astonishing vintage condition for a piece of this era, with no flaws to mention and would ma...

André Courrèges’s namesake brand is having a moment. In 1961, after ten years honing his craft under Cristóbal Balenciaga, Courrèges launched his own fashion house. Today, the House is being revived under the creative direction of Nicholas di Felice and pieces from the early years, designed by Courrèges himself, become more and more sought-after. This two-piece maxi length ensemble is tailored from cotton and composed of a high-waist, A-line skirt and a short jacket with a drawstring at the waist, the jacket can be manipulated to create Courrèges’s signature cocooning...

1990s Thierry Mugler Royal blue wool blazer jacket where architectural detailing abounds in the construction. Tailored to the defined contours that the designer became known for, this cocktail jacket draws in the waist and adds volume around the hips, emphasising and highlighting the feminine figure - a silhouette instantly recognisable to those in the know. A single snap closure secures the front and is adorned with a triangular decorative piece smothered in circular and triangular rhinestones. Each cuff is finished with a miniature piece that echoes this centrepiece. The famous angles of Mugler’s silhouettes are echoed in the construction of the two angular welt pockets. The pale blue label reads “Thierry Mugler Paris” Dating back nearly 40 years, this piece is in excellent vintage condition with no flaws of any note. The label reads 100% Wool and is labelled a French 38, UK 10 or US 6, but vintage brand...

We really love the simplicity of the design of this classic 1950s dress. The skirt is almost a full circle with a stiffed calico petticoat and the pattern reminds us of the space inv...

1970s Rembrandt designer geometric print monochrome dress. This classic design has beautiful details such as the pleated poet style cuffs and a dainty crossover collar. The bodice is...

1970s cotton maxi dress from good quality high street label Richard Shops. The dress has a vertical banded floral pattern interspersed with lace frill tr...

This cotton floor length maxi dress is classic Rumak, the bohemian London boutique that reached peak popularity during the 1970s and emulated the style and certainly the quality of c...

Whilst the brand makes a current day comeback, grab a piece of rare original 1970s to early 1980s Chloé with this suede midi-dress when Karl Lagerfeld was at the helm as creative dir...

This 1960s cream and gold lurex maxi dress by Jean Allen could easily be dressed up for a formal event or worn more informally as resort wear. It is sleeveless and features a V neck ...

This 1960s Sharene Creations dress is cut in a figure hugging sheath design and features a mid century abstract pattern of mottled greys, blues and browns in a painterly style print....

Fabulous Bob Mackie long sheath dress and fully embellished in iridescent midnight blue sequins and bugle beads. Circa early 1990s, the neckline is high and the collar and bodice is ...

1980s blue sequinned maxi gown by Casadei, a heritage Italian shoe brand that also briefly forayed into luxury fashion during the 80s and 90s. These collections were retailed in the...

This spotlight-stealing couture gown was designed by Lebanese designer Rami Kadi for his Spring 2019 collection which was his first couture runway presentati...

Zandra Rhodes is a British institution. Rising to fame as a fashion and textile designer in the 1970s, her audacious, highly feminine designs put her at the forefront of the London f...

A rare vintage and collectors piece, this dramatic leather trench coat was designed by Gianni Versace and is possibly from his infamous Miss S&M collection, Autumn / Winter 1992/93. ...

This late 1950s dress showcases many of the era’s fashionable hallmarks. We love the faux double-breasted front with chunky white plastic buttons and the boat neckline. The nipped-in...

1980s or early 1990s Guy Laroche cotton shirtwaister dress that features a crossover sweetheart neckline with gently puffed sleeves. I really love the print on the gathered skirt whi...

This 1930s French couture evening dress is a luxurious wardrobe addition for any fans of this era, or anyone after an eye-catching gown for an upcoming event. It is crafted from high...

This opulent 1950s French couture silk satin evening dress by Perrine has exquisite construction and is of superb quality. The luxurious deep red satin overlay has an unusual butterf...

This elegant vintage 1970s Susan Small maxi dress in a cobalt blue silk and linen mix is of superb quality and features some exquisite embellishment on the bodice, neckline and arms....

The House of Emanuel Ungaro was founded in 1965 following the designer's stint at the Ateliers of both Cristobal Balenciaga and Andres Courreges and reached peak popularity in the 19...

This original late 1940s kimono style jacket is tailored from a rich black, man-made grosgrain fabric which has a lovely texture and sheen. Imbued with a sense of fun, the flared cut...

This vivacious, colourful dress was made in the 1970s by Peterson Maid. A floor-length piece, it is tailored to a classic 1970s silhouette with its flattering empire-line cut, V-neck...

This two-piece, couture-made trouser suit was designed in the 1970s and were popularised by luxury French designers Ted Lapidus and Yves Saint Laurent. Drawing on the safari styling ...

This cotton late 1950s to early 1960s sundress was designed by Sambo Fashions, a quality British brand operating throughout the ‘40s to ‘60s. The print on this dress is what really s...

This Christian Dior t-shirt dates back to the brand's highly sought-after noughties era when John Galliano was at the creative helm of the house. This short-sleeve top is cut with a ...

Designed by Jane Frye, this pretty sleeveless dress is almost certainly an early 1960s piece. It is crafted from soft, lightly textured silk or a silk blend in three complementary hu...

This elegant turban was designed by Christian Dior in the late 1960s. The epitome of chic, these hats were featured in the April 1968 edition of Vogue. Designed to look like a tanger...

This enchanting 1970s wedding gown draws on the decade’s love affair with certain aspects of 'Victorina' and Edwardian tailoring. It is crafted from a manmade, off-white chiffon trim...

Catalina is one of the oldest manufacturers of clothing in California. Beginning life as a knitting mill in 1907, the company changed its name to Catalina in 1928 and launched the Mi...

This elegant and antique, couture made dress dates back to the early 1920s. Tailored from matte silk in pale chartreuse green, it is cut to a loose, column silhouette typical of the ...

Founded in 1946 in London, Frank Usher's aim was to bring high-end details and fresh off the runway looks to shoppers at a more affordable price range, whilst not sacrificing quality...

A stunning example of its kind, this cream blouse was handmade in the 1930s or conceivably earlier. Crafted from delicate pale cream lace and detailed with stripes of tulle net, it h...

Designed by Emilio Pucci, this ruffled, bohemian blouse is crafted from semi-sheer, pure silk. Showcasing his famous flair for print design; graphic florals and vines in shades of bl...

This 1950s dress is tailored to a short-sleeve, tea-dress style with a full, swirling skirt and has some unusual design details. The fabric is a striking cornflower blue manmade org...

This is such a great piece of 1970s original vintage. A candy stripe cotton is embellished with black velvet bands to give this fun skirt extra oomph. The stripes alternate from hori...

This swirling silk maxi-skirt was designed by John Galliano in his early-2000s heyday and needs no introduction. Crafted from sheer gossamer silk with silk godet panels around the hem to create fullness and movement. The panels are alternatingly patterned with a zebra hide design and the designer’s iconic newspaper print. Tailored to a high-waist cut, the waistband is secured with delicate fabric-covered buttons and fabric loops along the left hip. It is hemmed with a sheer white tulle trim and fully lined with off-white silk crepe; there are three layers overall. The nude, soft plastic brand label is present in the top of the waistband and the collection is spring / summer 2005. Labelled a UK 8 or US 2 and true to size. This sought-after piece is in excellent vintage condition with no issues of any note and worthy of the phrase 'archival vintage'. Our model (5ft 4in / 163cm) is a size UK 6-8 and this fit her well. Putting his stamp on a pattern that has a century-long fashion history, Galliano launched his newspaper print for Christian Dior’s Spring 2000 Couture collection and it has had notable repeats since. As both Dior and his own label were owned by the luxury conglomerate LVMH, Galliano was able to transpose designs between the two fashion houses. Galliano pieces from pre 2010 were made in the same factory as the ready to wear Dior collections so you can expect the same quality and finish across this skirt as on those earlier, highly collectable Galliano-for-Dior pieces. Bonhams recently sold an original Dior newsprint dress...

This 1960s dress suit ensemble has intricate detailing that really sets it apart - note the beautiful sunray pleating across the bust anchored by a rose formed from coordinating, mot...

This flamboyant 1960s British couture dress is crafted from silk chiffon hand-dyed with a swirling, psychedelic pattern in lilac, pink and lime green. The couturier is unknown as the...

This lively sundress was made in the late 1950s to early 1960s and features some unusual design details. Tailored from soft cotton, it is patterned with vivacious abstract florals in...

Outstanding Edwardian triple tiered skirt made entirely by hand in the early 1900s. An outwardly romantic piece, it is tailored from layer-upon-layer of breezy white mousseline cotto...

Suzy Perette brought the signature silhouettes of Christian Dior’s “New Look” to women across America. Thanks to a licensing arrangement betwee...

This Jean Paul Gaultier jacket dates is from the ‘La Concierge Est Dans L'Escalier/The Modern Retros’ collection, Spring-Summer 1988 and we have included a recent editorial shot of t...

Krizia was an Italian luxury ready-to-wear label that was founded in 1954 by Mariuccia Mandelli. Wearable, eclectic and extravagant, the brand's embellished designs are now highly co...

This Moschino Jeans dress was designed in the brand's highly sought-after 1990s heyday. Moschino Jeans was launched in 1986 by late founder, Franc...

This is a beautiful example of Madame Gres's work during a pivotal moment in the fashion House's history when she expanded her design repertoire for couture evening dresses and the f...

An unusual and original 1930s tulle black and white dress which reminds me of the work of Gabriel Chanel and the great American designer Elizabeth Hawes...

This highly romantic dress was made in the late 1930s and is breathtaking quality. Evening gowns of this era are highly sought after, particularly when they’re in such rare, excellen...

A very fine black Soprarizzo velvet and brass hardware bag circa late 1940s to early 1950s. With exquisite craftsmanship and materials, it was almost certainly made in Venice and is possibly a very early example by Roberto di Camerino or Cesare Puccini...