The Way We Wore Clothing

Super sexy little black dress from Rick Owen's Fall/Winter 2003 Ready To Wear collection. The deconstructed silhouette plays with texture in a way that is only noticeable from a clos...

Get ready for spring with these stylish Prada fuchsia satin platform espadrilles! Featuring a sling-back Mary Jane silhouette, silver buckle hardware, and an adjustable buckle closur...

80s Beaded Black & Gold Holiday Gown. Angled sleeves and intricate beading e with a floral emerald design center front. In good vintage condition. Back zipper and hook. Satin back sa...

Radiant little hand-sequined 1974 Halston Resort dress. Halston began to embrace the glossy allure of full sequin silhouettes around 1973. The sequin technique he used during this ti...

Contemporary Comme des Garcons GIRL cropped pants. Polyester dropped waisted, dropped crotch. Harem style in a denim cut. Typically avant-garde vibe from Rei Kawakubo. Loose fitting ...

Elegant little cocktail dress by CHADO Ralph Rucci from the 2000's. Brown viscose matte jersey beautifully complements the gold sequin and quilting detail. Intricate top-stitching de...

An exquisite Christian Dior haute couture blouse for the Autumn/Winter 1987/1988 collection celebrating the 40 year anniversary of the infamous 'New Look'. Under the creative direct...

A rare and highly collectible Moschino Cheap and Chic leather jacket from their Fall/ Winter 1990/1991 collection. Glossy black pebbled leather with patches of metallic gold leather,...

Gucci stiletto booties with knotted beige leather and peep toe detail. Zipper along the back. Supple and strong eline leather. The knotted element adds a bit of flexibility and stret...

When we say this ensemble is out of this world... we mean it! The most ethereal, space inspired galaxy gown has landed and its goood! We love the creativity of this ensemble, from th...

A rare piece of fashion history to wear or to keep in your archives. 1920's black cotton bathing costume with hand-stitched floral embroidery. Scoop neck with a straight silhouette a...

Joyful and rare Moschino Couture Spring 1993 rainbow ribbon skirt. What's more fun than rainbows and ribbons? The skirt was photographed in September 1992 for the Moschino Spring 199...

This black minimalist dress by Issey Miyake is a versatile addition to any wardrobe. Sleeveless and scoop neck. With pleated detailing and the option to wear it alone or layered, th...

This stunning Lorena Sarbu dress is serpentine sex-appeal in a modern setting. Immaculately beaded in scaling and accented with leather patchwork, this dress speaks for craftsmanship...

Experience the dazzling allure of Gianfranco Ferre's Black Sequin Fringe Cocktail Dress from the iconic Ultimo boutique. With a sleek, flapper-inspired silhouette and intricate Art D...

Rei Kawakubo for Comme des Garcons Robe de Chamber / Spring 1997 navy blue gingham dress. The collection titled "Body Meets Dress, Dress Meets Body" came to be known as the "lumps an...

Sweet as can be a fleshy-caramel colored Chloé flutter sleeve dress. Perfect for grabbing dinner and drinks on a breezy summer night. Pack her for your next vacation! Peek-a-boo shou...

Experience the glamour and sophistication of the 1970s with this stunning James Galanos gown. Luxurious black satin with shimmering gold thread, this V-neck halter dress features a s...

From the designer known for her elegant creations Fe Zandi - a black evening bustier festooned with floral embroidery, velvet applique with 3D effect applied leaves. Fully lined, wit...

Get ready to turn heads in this drop dead gorgeous Dolce & Gabbana black label dress. Wild jumbo leopard print with decorative quilting. Corseting lace-up grommet detail on both side...

This Italian couture fashion house was founded by tailor Sergio Mingolini and designer Carlo Gugenheim and was once a favorite of the high society women like Jackie Onassis and Babe ...

Creatively constructed dress by the fabulous Madame Grès. Vibrant tomato red silk twill knee length cocktail dress. Intricate darting and seam-work make for a unique silhouette. Mini...

Experience unmatched elegance with this Galanos 1980s Brown and Gold Heavily embellished Spenser Cut Jacket. This exquisite evening jacket features a stunning combination of brown an...

1990's Gianfranco Ferre silk organdy blouse with bold red, black, yellow, and white abstract print. Open front blouse, no closure. Black chevron stitching and beading on red collar. ...

Couture cocktail ensemble by Chado Ralph Rucci. The abstract design printed onto silk organdy is from a digitized painting by Rucci himself. Wearable art! The creamy bone colored sil...

Issey Miyake for Bergdorf Goodman circa 1990's. A regal shade of eggplant purple. Crinkled plisse pleats. High mock turtleneck silhouette. Excellent, unworn condition. Measurements ...

Early 2000s Dries Van Noten Evening dress. Black silk satin and chiffon with a patchwork of different and interesting beadwork - from seed beads to bugle beads. Simple silhouette wi...

This may be the flirtiest Pucci number we've seen yet. How adorable is the fluttery silk crepe skirt on this babydoll dress? Perfectly breezy and light material, deliciously colorful...

An iconic Yves Saint Laurent silhouette circa .Black velvet wrap gown with taffeta ruffle trim. Deep v neckline. Fully lined. Self tie at waist. Fully lined and in excellent conditio...

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 80s black cotton trapeze dress. Plunging ruffled neckline with a matching ruffled hem and cuffs. Fabulously breezy and airy while still maintaining cov...

Absolutely incredible 2014 Ready to Wear Peter Dundas (previous designer for Cavalli, Lacroix, Ungaro, Gaultier) Maasai inspired skirt that pays hommage to Pucci's creator( born 1947...

This bold wool blazer from Comme des Garcons' A/W 1998 collection exudes architectural elegance with its unique asymmetric underpinnings. The interior hook faux corset flap tank adds...

Woof! Adorable and highly collectible 1950's poodle sweater. An American classic! Mocha brown in a lightweight wool jersey. Notched dog-ear collar. Black felt poodles with red felt b...

Timeless and elegant with a hint of mod detailing, this classic haute couture coat has just the right touch of individuality. Cardin's tinge of nostalgia for the 60s blends beautiful...

Sparkling chocolate 1990s elegance! This gorgeous gown evokes charm and class with its gorgeous beaded bodice juxtaposed with sheer illusion cuts and sparkling silk body. Double laye...

Contemporary strapless gown from important Australian designer Martin Grant. Black satin with silver floral pattern. Chartreuse velvet sash at empire waist. Fully boned bodice with h...

Take a step back in time and indulge in this exquisite 1920s Chinese jacket. The black silk satin is adorned with elaborate appliques and intricate hand-embroidery, creating a stunni...

Ana Sui metallic light blue leather trench coat, from the Fall/Winter 2023 collection. Fanatics will recognize this as a callback to her S/S 1994 collection as seen on Fran in The Na...

From renowned designer James Galanos, circa 1980s. Houndstooth 2-Piece Cropped Jacket and Pants Ensemble in brown and greige. Sophisticated yet still adorable. The ensemble includes...

Bottega Veneta blue open toe sandals. Warm brown "woven" leather sole peaks out to meet the blue leather. Zipper closure on the heel. Two leather bands cross the vamp and ankle, with...

Vibrant, cheerful floral print silk blouse, skirt, and scarf-belt ensemble by Saint Laurent. All-over relaxed scribble floral motif in red, magenta, and black. The blouse features a ...

1980s evening dress by Italian couture house Balestra.Black and silver beads and embellishments create a zebra-esque feathered, striped motif. Ruched and boned bodice with layered as...

Upgrade your casual style with the unique Maurice Holman 1950s Red Corduroy Short-Sleeve Shirt. This sports shirt features interesting stitch patterns and geometric points, adding a ...

Screaming 70s dress with matching over blouse. From Frank Usher -contemporary of Ossie Clark and Thea Porter. Bold graphic print tank style dress with matching over-blouse that ties ...

Elevated minimalism by Yohji Yamamoto. Black crepe wool blouse and full length skirt. Master tailoring. Sleek long line silhouette. Cord tie-waist belt and safety pin detail. Fully l...

Subtle flamboyance tucked away in a suit. We love the way the rainbow thread shimmers on this ensemble. Whether you're finally portraying a joy you've hidden for too long or showing ...

This is a wonderful example of the traditional Kuchi dress found predominately in Afghanistan. This dress is typically ornamented with vests and headdress jewelry and is used in cere...

Indulge in luxury with the Moncler Taupe Puffer Down-Feather Jacket. This fashionable jacket offers softness and warmth thanks to its down feather and puffer design. The unique doudo...

2000s Haute Hippie Sequin Gold Drop Waist Cocktail Dress. Completely covered with gold sequins, this dress has a drop waist and a side zipper at hip/low waist with three snaps. One ...

A true classic. 1970s era dress from Emilio Pucci. In silk jersey in tones of brown and beige with wild iconic print that makes this dress immediately recognizable. Fully lined and l...

Sweet and feminine Harry Cooper dress circa 1960's. Fitted bodice dress with lace overlay beginning at under bust. Draped chiffon sleeves gather at the back to drop into a waterfall ...

This exquisite evening jacket features delicate beadwork on an unlabeled, midnight black cutwork lace fabric. The A-line silhouette, flared sleeves, and oversized shawl collar add a ...

Stay warm and stylish during winter with this luxurious unlabeled burgundy textured faux fur coat. Circa early 2000s, this oversize cocoon-style coat features a teddy bear-like plush...

Jaw dropping. If you had to wear one dress for the rest of your life here she is. 1990s electric blue knit mini dress with racer neckline and flared hem by the late great Azzedine Al...

WOW at any event in this incredible statement piece! The balloon sleeves crafted out of tulle and cut leather filigree are like a pillow of gothic dreams. The soft leather would acce...

Funky little Missoni mini dress in their iconic flame stitch knit pattern. Monochromatic shades of purple with metallic lurex woven into the stretch knit. Sequin knit panel across th...

1980s era Gianfranco Ferre evening ensemble. Black faille jacket with heavy lace peplum with diamante button closing with hidden snaps. paired with full length slim fitting straight ...

From Rick Owens FW17 runway collection titled "Glitter". This sleek and simple black dress packs a big ethos behind it. Of the collection, Owens has said "‘Glitter’ is about a delibe...

This incredible black cocktail dress, designed by a top French designer Liliane Romi, exudes luxury and modernity. The stunning rhinestone neckline adds a touch of elegance. With 3D ...

Beautifully pieced together Edwardian full-length dress made with antique laces and other embellished textiles. Zipper added in back. Attached peplum with full length skirt. Sheer a...