Circa Vintage Fashion

This arresting 1980s black asymmetrical jacket by Catherine Walker for The Chelsea Design Company is in excellent condition and is a statement piece o...

A late 1960s Geoffrey Beene red jersey shift dress. It has an absolutely timeless quality about it - so much so that we are struggling to date it. We are leaning more towards 1960s ...

This is a couture made French dress from the 1970s. The label reads La Femme Chic Place de la Basilique, St Quentin. The dress is beautifully made by hand in a classic floral print m...

Fabulous 1950’s couture but unlabelled evening ensemble consisting of a black silk asymmetrical top with multiple spaghetti straps and a full-length pencil skirt. The top features ...

An extremely wearable late 1970s Bill Gibb mainline wool accordion pleat skirt. This piece is in a rich warm tone of ochre adorned with four horizonta...

This stylish 1980s abstract print silk two piece set by Victor Edelstien is in immaculate condition and extremely adaptable. The pure silk fabric is black with a vibrant red linear floral design of a dynamic that lends itself effortlessly to occasion wear, formal or otherwise. The dress is a simple shift cut, sleeveless with an off the shoulder neckline and a neat straight calf length skirt with a wrap around aesthetic that slips easily over the hip. The bodice is subtly corseted with boning on either side of the ribs and one central piece that rises at the centre of the bust to maintain the form of the neckline. There is a central zip fasting at the reverse. The collarless jacket has a light, breezy feel and is designed to be worn open, falling to just below the hip. The long sleeves are rushed slightly at the shoulders. This chic and wearable set is marked a vintage UK 12 and would best suit a US size 6-8, UK size 10-12. Victor Edelstein is best renowned for the sensational ink-blue velvet gown...

This dramatic Nina Ricci 1980s cocktail dress is a wonderful combination of feminine tailoring and statement design features. The dress is silk lined ...

This striking 1970s dress in navy, orange, red, green and white boasts a classic Leonard style abstract floral print in poly jersey fabric. The dress is knee length with elbow length...

This original 1920s black georgette flapper dress, of American origin, is in extraordinary vintage condition. It has some very interesting design feature...

This elegant vintage 1960s metallic evening dress is of high-end, British manufactured quality although unlabelled. The opulent and textured brocade fabric has an iris design in alte...

This is a really beautiful and original late 1950s or early 1960s organza floral print shirtwaister dress. The floral print, which we identify as tulips but could also be rose, is in...

This charming 1970s silk harlequin print dress by Missoni showcases an unusual print and is in beautiful condition. The silk jersey has a subtle mottle effect harlequin print in soft...

Super stylish 1970s silk daywear from Louis Feraud with a high open collar, front fastening buttons and elasticated waist. There is a wide box pleat at the front of the dress for eas...

This glamorous vintage 1960s cocktail dress with elaborate bead embellishments is in beautiful condition and is of excellent quality altho...

This charming original 1920s silk chiffon floral print dress is delicate, feminine and in excellent antique condition. The pale yellow chiffon hosts a s...

This is an unusual take on the plaid pattern - the fabric is a quality manmade taffeta acetate and looks very much like silk. The colours are a very striking combination of pale pink...

A highly desirable, original, 1950s cocktail dress which could easily be worn as an alternative wedding dress. The fabric is a beautiful gold coloured silk satin and the dress featur...

This exquisite 1930s Yvonne of Cherbourg hand painted silk jacket will effortlessly afford instant glamour to any ensemble. The piece is petite and feminine, with deeply considered a...

Fabulous vintage 1950s abstract, turban inspired hat consisting of a green velvet band wrapped around a black net base. There are no maker’s labels but it is a very unique and drama...

A beautiful vintage evening dress that can be exactly dated to 1962 by the label - Lang originals, which was a brand of the American fashion house Jean Lang ...

This stylish vintage 1950s Kitty Copeland black silk taffeta dress with polkadot detail and peplum sash boasts timeless city chic and unusual design features. The taffeta overlay has...

This lovely late 1950s /early 1960s light weight cotton dress in pale blue bears no makers labels but is a very wearable dress and is in excellent vintage condition. The fine cotton ...

This incredible 1930s black silk crepe evening dress with soft net bodice is in fantastic vintage condition with some beautiful design features. The dress has a plunging scoop neckli...

This captivating 1970s pale peach chiffon dress with ribbon trim is by British label Jean Varon and is a beautiful example of the designer's penchant for softer feminine lines that w...

This charming 1950’s floral printed silk dress is by America designer Lane Bryant, who was extolled as one of the pioneers of ready to wear plus size cloth...

This lovely 1960s vintage couture dress in grey silk chiffon hosts an understated floral print in fuchsia pink, deep ochre and charcoal through...

This attractive 1960s cocktail dress by high end designer Marcel Fenez lends itself effortlessly as occasion wear, formal or otherwise. The dress is a simple curve-necked shift cut i...

This incredible 1960s black lace and velvet cocktail dress is couture from British designer John Cavanagh, who was renowned for his understated, elegant designs and often created pie...

This dynamic 1960s linen and silk abstract print maxi dress is unlabelled, although its magnificent construction reveals that it is demi-couture and probably made by a leading design...

This impeccable piece of 1960s unlabelled French Couture set in textured silk fabric is of exquisite construction. The soft abstracted floral design in cobalt blue, ultramarine, turq...

This vivacious 1970s pure silk chiffon haute couture dress with rainbow hemline is of excellent quality and in superb vintage condition. Although unlabelled, we are able to discern t...

This charming early 1960s silk blend floral print dress in lilac and green tones is beautifully tailored and in immaculate vintage condition. The surface design of peony flowers in c...

This beautiful 1950s full black cotton circle skirt with monochrome pleated applique hem is unique and feminine with a contemporary feel. It flares from the waistband in a series of ...

Off-white heavy cotton vintage 1920s Romanian peasant blouse/tunic with heavy lace trim and pin tuck details. A great example and in very good condition for something of this age, there are just some tiny age related spots, which do not detract from the piece as a whole and can not be noticed when worn. The blouse has dainty blue...

This incredible original 1920s black silk beaded flapper dress is in impeccable condition for piece of its era, with no damage to the intricate beadwork to note and a beautiful line....

This vibrant 1980s Royal blue jersey dress is by iconic British designer Jean Muir and is in pristine vintage condition with some lovely design features. The dress is long sleeved wi...

This sensational 1980s black silk blend Flamenco-style evening dress is unlabelled, although we are able to confirm that it is by extolled French fashion house Yves Saint Laurent. The sleeveless bodice is a silky cotton fabric with a gentle scoop neckline and is a simple cut designed to glide easily from the waist over the hips. The key feature of the dress is the asymmetrical polka dot organza frilled skirt...

Extraordinary and very rare vintage 1920s shawl with jade green and silver burn out panne silk velvet in an art deco style geometric pattern. Semi-circle...

This exquisite 1920s flapper cloche hat with metallic raffia weave is in excellent vintage condition. The hat is molded in soft red felt, with a gross-grain band on in the interior so that the hat easily retains its position when worn. The exterior is an elaborately textured weave of coral cotton thread and gunmetal raffia sculpted to form stylish folds and culminates with a starburst arrangement at the crown. The reverse of the piece is beautifully embellished with a spray of fabric styled to look like thistles, with coral coloured feather trim to finish. The designer is unknown, however the label holds the signature of the famous John Wannamaker...

This gorgeous chestnut brown silk chiffon dress is from American boutique label Cardinal. The chiffon bodice is gathered into pleats with tiny covered buttons down the centre front a...

This elegant black couture evening gown by Vicky Tiel with gathered silk jersey bodice and silk taffeta skirt is of exceptional quality and has beautiful construction. This lovely strapless dress has a seductive sweetheart neckline which plunges fairly low at the bust and has boning throughout the bodice for extra support. The full skirt flares out from beneath the bodice in a series of soft but structured...

This chic 1960s black wool jersey cocktail dress is by Bruce Arnold Boutique, Hong Kong and is of exceptional quality and workmanship. Designed to appear as separates, the bodice of the dress is overlain so that the fabric surpasses the waistline, while the silk blend underlay is cinched in at the waist like a camisole. The straight skirt finishes just below the knee and is lined throughout. There is glittering black bugle beadwork embellishing the neckline, arms and the length of the sides on both the bodice and skirt in an attractive criss-cross design. This desirable piece is an excellent choice for formal evening wear...

This extraordinary 1970s full length purple wool couture dress is by Greek couture dress is by celebrated Greek designer Nikos-Takis and is of excellent quality. This unusual piece f...

This sensational full length black lace sequin evening dress from Italian design Andre Laug exudes glamour and is guaranteed to turn heads! This striking piece is made of a rayon lac...

This beautiful 1950s calf length dress by celebrated American couturier Mainbocher, who famously designed Wallis Simpson's wedding dress and trousseau for her marriage to the Duke of...

A very playful and unusual vintage late 1960s early 1970s red silk dress with black tassels on the bodice and around the hem by high end designer Jo Copeland. She designed for the fa...

A beautiful and timeless original 1950s pure white tulle ribbon appliqué work dress from high-end British boutique label Diana Warren. Classic scoop neck, cap sleeves, a fitted bodice and pleating to the waist, the dress is adorned all over in scrolling ribbon appliqué work over a net overlay. The underskirt lining is a lightweight acetate with a net mid layer. The dress fastens at the back with a metal zip and is styled in the photos without a petticoat. The fullness of the skirt will allow a petticoat of several layers if desired to further accentuate the waist and hips. Truly excellent vintage condition - we have been unable to find a single hole in the lace and all the ribbon is intact. This would be a beautiful vintage bridal dress...

This stylish 1950s French couture silk taffeta rose print dress has a classic 50s ‘New Look’ style features a nipped in waist, broad lapelled collar and oversized fabric-covered butt...

This vibrant 1970s white printed jersey two piece with leather trim detail is by Ann Buck, a designer notable for her work in combining these two fabrics with...

This charming 1950s cotton sun dress with a softly abstracted floral print in soft pastel shades in pink, blue, green and grey is a lovely piece for summer. It features a dropped wai...

This spectacular duchess dress in turquoise satin has magnificent construction and emulates the extravagance and glamour of the 1950s. The sleeveless bod...

Beautiful and very stylish vintage 1960s black organza dress with floral ribbon work applique throughout. The dress is lined in the bodice and skirt leavi...

Early 1960s black chiffon dress by American evening wear designer Helena Barbieri. This piece features a wide satin ribbon around the neckline and bust with a large bow at the back,...

This full-length layered black lace gown is a truly stunning 1930s find. It features an integral black satin slip with thin black velvet straps. There ...

This very unusual, intricately woven top was created in the 1920s. Beautiful, and a very-early example of its kind, this knitted top is crafted from a mix of teal-blue and burnt-oran...

This incredible original 1920s black satin flapper dress has a black satin slip integral to the dress with a beautiful scrolling floral embroidered tulle lace...

Great little black dress from American designer Ceil Chapman. Featuring pretty cross over and ruching detail to the front and a sexy low neckline to the back this is the perfect par...

A stunning full-length flapper dress of haute couture quality. This dramatic black chiffon gown is fully lined in black satin and features sequined panels attached around the skirt ...