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Vintage Sander Witlin Couture Velvet Bodice Harlequin Silk Gown
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Sander Witlin couture gown is a truly one-of-a-kind work of art. Sander Witlin began his career as a fine artist, working in New York for a...
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1980s American Evening Dresses
Vintage Red Silk Long-Sleeve Wiggle Dress
Located in New York, NY
This Cheongsam-inspired silk wiggle dress is such a beautiful statement. Made in the 1980s by a New York-based label, it features a high mandarin-collar mockneck, and such a svelte s...
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1980s Cocktail Dresses
90s Vintage Designer Barbie Pink Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
Designed by New York-based Swedish designer Kenth Andersson in the 1990s, this vintage pink silk cocktail dress will make anyone feel like a real life Barbie. Crafted from 100% silk ...
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses
Vintage Thierry Mugler Star Pocket Jacket + Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Thierry Mugler skirt suit (circa 1990) is instantly recognizable by its unique star cut-out pockets, a signature Mugler emblem, incorporated in a design only he was clever enough to achieve. Thierry Mugler and his work have been the subject of many a museum retrospective for a reason: he is responsible for defining the fashion landscape of the late 1980s and early 1990s, with his unabashedly feminine, sensual, borderline-campy perspective. Stars a common motif throughout Mugler's work, including the shape of the iconic Muger Angel perfume...
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1990s French Skirt Suits
Vintage Thierry Mugler Spring 1996 Beaded Cocktail Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Thierry Mugler beaded cocktail dress hails from the spring 1996 collection— it's twin walked the runway (see image below) but this dress is even more special with the im...
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses
Vintage Thierry Mugler Fall 1992 Emerald Jacket + Pleated Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Thierry Mugler jacket and skirt suit hails from the iconic designer's Fall 1992 runway collection— see a version of it on the runway below. Thierry Mugler and his work h...
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1990s French Skirt Suits
VINTAGE 1950s CRYSTAL WATERFALL NECKLACE
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous crystal waterfall necklace was crafted from fine Czech crystal in 1950s. The crystals are beautifully faceted, in orange and a milky ivory hue, on a silver chain— the c...
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Vintage 1950s Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Vintage David Hayes Black Cocktail Dress
By David Hayes
Located in New York, NY
This timeless vintage little black party dress was made by David Hayes in the late 1980s/early 1990s. David Hayes was a Los Angeles designer very active during the 80s and 90s who fa...
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 18k Gold Carved Shell Cameo Pendant
Located in New York, NY
There is something so magical to me about vintage and antique cameos: the way the portraits are rendered in such incredible detail seems to tell a person's mystery. This cameo is carved from genuine shell with such impressive precision, and it's set in solid 18k gold. It is both a pendant, and a brooch; the pin back is not visible when it's worn as a pendant, and I love the way the bail dangles down and disappears when it's worn as brooch, making it truly two pieces in one. It was likely made in the 1930s, but it's also possible that the cameo itself was made even earlier, and the brooch fastener was later added around the 1930s or 1940s. This cameo depicts a Spanish woman, wearing a mantilla comb...
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Early 20th Century Romantic Pendant Necklaces
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18k Gold
1940s ARTISANAL MEXICAN SILVER BIRDCAGE PARURE
Located in New York, NY
This incredible birdcage parure (earrings and pendant/brooch set) was made in Mexico in the 1940s by hand, by a talented Mexican silversmith. It is very much reminiscent of the iconi...
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Vintage 1940s Arts and Crafts Drop Earrings
Materials
Silver
Vintage Autumnal Paisley Chintz Dress
Located in New York, NY
This one-of-a-kind vintage dress features the most beautiful paisley chintz print on cotton, in an autumnal palette of orange, green, and ivory. So many details make this piece speci...
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Mid-20th Century Casual Dresses
1960s METALLIC BROCADE MAXISKIRT
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1960s A-line maxiskirt is crafted from the most stunning tapestry of brocade fabric, with metallic embroidery woven in. It was custom made in the 1960s, but its likely the fabric is much older. It comes with a matching tortoiseshell-effect belt. The waistband is defined, with gathering and darts at the waist giving way to a full A-line shape. Closes in the back with a zipper. The Vintage Dolce & Gabbana Metallic Knit Top and Vintage Amethyst Paste Pearl Halo Earrings...
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1960s A-Line Skirts
Vintage Diamond Starburst Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous vintage diamond starburst earrings feature a starburst motif (also resembling a spider web) with dozens of individual diamonds creati...
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Mid-20th Century Victorian Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond
Vintage 1950s New Look Style Shirtdress
Located in New York, NY
This classic 1950s shirtdress is a much welcome fresh breath of feminine style. The dress is a great example of Dior's "New Look," which was ushered into fashion in 1947, and really ...
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1950s Casual Dresses
1970s Long Sleeve Empire Waist Maxidress
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Gunne Sax style dress is so 1970s-does-Victorian. The blue color is just a dream! It features lace overlay down the front, a flounce at ...
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1970s Maxi Dresses
Vintage Brocade and Lace Dirndl Top
Located in New York, NY
This Vintage Brocade and Lace Dirndl Top is giving me big time Bridgerton vibes! This handmade romantic brocade top emulates the traditional German dirndl,...
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Late 20th Century German Blouses and Tops
Vintage 1970s Orange Ruched Maxidress
Located in New York, NY
A classic 1970s maxidress, in a fiery orange color: this dress has the silhouette of a gown with the casual elegance of jersey fabric. The color is kind of magical, and difficult to ...
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1970s American Maxi Dresses
Vintage Donna Karan Gold Leaf Earrings
By Donna Karan
Located in New York, NY
These vintage gold leaf earrings are giving perfect 90s autumnal vibes. They were made by Donna Karan's DKNY label in the early 1990s, when the designs were overseen by Donna herself...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Gold
LATE 1950s WATERCOLOR FLORAL SHIFT DRESS
Located in New York, NY
labor required. Look at the draping from the shoulders, as well as the seams in the back, which give shape without taking away from that easy shift silhouette. The fabric is really l...
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Mid-20th Century Casual Dresses
Vintage Puff-Sleeve Eyelet Blouse
Located in New York, NY
I absolutely adore these vintage eyelet blouses— an eyelet blouse is a wardrobe essential! They were made in Austria, and feature the sweetest Broderie ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Blouses and Tops
Vintage Strapless Silk Brocade Corset
By Gigi Clark
Located in New York, NY
I absolutely adore everything about this vintage corset, down to the regal brocade. Made in the 1990s by Gigi Clark, who was once designer for Lillie Rubin and known for her corsetry...
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1990s American Bustiers
Vintage Rabari Embroidered Choli Top
Located in New York, NY
These tops are incredibly special: their ages range from the early to mid 20th Century, and all of them were embroidered by hand by the Rabari people in what is now Northwest India. ...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Cholis
Vintage Rabari Embroidered Choli Tops
Located in New York, NY
These vintage embroidered choli tops are incredibly rare and special: their ages range from the early to mid 20th Century, and all of them were embroidered by hand by the Rabari peop...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Cholis
Antique Rabari Embroidered Choli Tops
Located in New York, NY
These vintage embroidered choli tops are incredibly rare and special: their ages range from the early to mid 20th Century, and all of them were embroidered by hand by the Rabari people in what is now Northwest India. The Rabari people are an ethnic group, who today reside primarily in northern and central India, and Pakistan. They have long been known for their impressive embroidery, which traditionally is painstaking completed by hand in vibrant colors. (The Rabari men are known for dressing in all white, while the women dress very colorfully.)
NOTE: This listing is for the CRIMSON (red) top. There are three tops in total, available in different colorways: JADE, INDIGO, CRIMSON. Each one is available in my shop.
The embroidery in each top is unique, as described below. All of them were found without the original tie closure, so they have been modified with the covered elastic back strap; the strap attaches to the top with hidden hook/eye closures. The tops vary somewhat in their measurements but note that they will best fit a petite frame; the elastic back does offer some flexibility as it stretches. The arm openings are on the small side, especially at the binding, but on all tops they get roomier at the top towards the shoulder.
CRIMSON: This is the oldest top of these three, dating to the early 20th Century. It is mainly a rich red, with indigo patches...
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Early 20th Century Indian Cholis
Antique Italian Hand-Carved Mother of Pearl Gobbo Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This antique mother of pearl Gobbo charm is a powerful talisman; if you're not familiar with Gobbo charms, they are thought to offer the same protection and good luck as the ubiquito...
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Georgian Pendant Necklaces
RARE VICTORIAN VULCANITE GRAPE CHOKER NECKLACE ca. 1860
Located in New York, NY
This piece is so special and so rare: it dates to the Victorian era, more specifically the 1860s, and was likely made in Britain. It is crafted from vulcanite and features a teardrop shape with a high relief bunch of grapes in intricate detail, surrounded by a border of carved beads, strung on a fine black ribbon, to be worn as choker. (I love it strung on the Victorian Jet Choker pictured, which is also available in my shop.) The vulcanite has this truly stunning, relatively matte finish, with a rich warm glow— it's just so unique and unlike any other material. What is vulcanite? It is made by combining the sap of the Euphorbia or Ficus trees from Malaysia, with sulphur. It was originally invented in 1843 by Thomas Hancock. His timing just happened to be spot-on: black had long been considered essential to mourning jewelry and mourning dress, but thanks to Queen Victoria's extended 40 years of grieving (for her husband, Prince Albert), from about 1860-1890, black was considered a highly fashionable color, and began to be worn outside mourning dress. During this period, vulcanite became a very fashionable material for jewelry, and it loaned objects that gothic, romantic, dramatic black cast that Victorians just loved. Victorian mourning jewelry is rife with grape motifs; for one, grapes were a symbols of Christ (as wine is the blood of Christ). On Victorian grave markers, a cluster of grapes typically means that the deceased was of mature years. Victorians are well known for using flowers and botanicals as a means of communication. Wild grapes, according to The Language of Flowers published in 1913, are symbols of Charity, a favorite Victorian theme. NOTE: The Victorian Hair Mourning...
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Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Antique Carved Bone Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These antique carved bone drop earrings are a rare find— I've never seen a pair quite like these. What makes them special is the intricacy of the h...
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Antique Early 19th Century European Early Victorian Drop Earrings
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Gold-filled
Vintage Seashell Handbag
Located in New York, NY
This vintage seashell purse is so sweet! I have a soft spot for anything shell-shaped, and I love that this bag is slightly quilted, with seams ...
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Mid-20th Century Novelty Bags
Vintage Rainbow Gem Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These vintage stud costume earrings have such a fun yet regal feeling, with a rainbow of cabochon glass gemstone in an ornate gold setting centering upon a faceted colorless stone, w...
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Late 20th Century Retro Stud Earrings
Vintage Gold Etruscan Statement Earrings
Located in New York, NY
I adore these vintage gold statement earrings— the zig-zag motif as well as the three-dimensional filigree details are a marriage of Etruscan and Pre-Columbian jewelry...
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Vintage 1980s Etruscan Revival Drop Earrings
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Gold
Vintage Gunne Sax Long Sleeve Floral Maxidress
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1970s Gunne Sax dress is a romantic dream. In the 1970s, Gunne Sax borrowed heavily from Victorian silhouettes, igniting an entire aesthet...
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1970s American Empire Waist Dresses
Vintage Les Bernard Gold Etruscan Statement Earrings
By Les Bernard
Located in New York, NY
These vintage gold statement earrings were made by Les Bernard in the 1980s. The etching and sculptural details are a marriage of Etruscan and Pre-Columbian jewelry styles. I love that each individual drop and charm connects...
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Vintage 1980s French Etruscan Revival Drop Earrings
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Gold
Vintage Lillie Rubin Crochet Lace Column Dress
By Lillie Rubin
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Lillie Rubin yellow guipure lace column dress was made in the 1970s, of the most gorgeous, vibrant shade of canary yellow. I love all the intricate details of the floral...
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1970s Maxi Dresses
Vintage Mary McFadden Couture Off-the-Shoulder Gown
By Mary McFadden
Located in New York, NY
VERY BREEZY presents: This is truly one of the best Mary McFadden dresses I've ever come across— in all honesty, if it fit me better, I would hang onto it for my personal collection!...
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Late 20th Century American Evening Dresses
Vintage Thierry Mugler Navy Blue Jacket circa 1989
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
This classic Thierry Mugler blazer is a seriously timeless investment, with so many signature Mugler details making it a highly collectible piece: the exaggerated nipped waist with f...
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Late 20th Century French Blazers
1960s Givenchy Black Lace Cocktail Dress (attributed)
By Givenchy, Lord & Taylor
Located in New York, NY
What a fun yet classic vintage cocktail dress, dating to the 1960s! Though it is missing it's label, this dress is attributed to Givenchy; there are images of this exact dress with G...
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1960s Cocktail Dresses
1970s Accordion-Pleated Jersey Gown
Located in New York, NY
This fantastic 1970s jersey gown would not look out of place on Diana Ross or Jerry Hall at Studio 54 in the late 1970s. It features a gathered bodice wit...
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1970s Maxi Dress
1980s Galanos Demi-Couture Satin Gown
By Galanos
Located in New York, NY
Galanos was *THE* premier American Couturier, America's answer to high French couture for much of the 20th century. Immaculately constructed, this vintage 1980s Galanos demi-couture ...
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1980s Evening Gowns
Vintage 1940s Velvet Two-Piece Dress with Rose Appliqué
Located in New York, NY
A nod to the silhouette of Christian Dior's New Look, this incredible velvet skirt set was made in 1947. It was made by designer Lorraine Budny for the brand Sportwhirl, which was founded in 1945 as a "separates house," specializing in pieces a woman could wear both separately and as a set— quite a novelty at the time, as store-bought dresses at all were not all that readily available. It's made of black velvet with felt rose appliqué and beaded embroidery— it actually presents like a dress, but is really two pieces, and each could absolutely be mixed and worn separately (as was the original design concept). The look is so romantic and reminds me of Old Hollywood film stars (with a dash of Snow White). The Vintage 14k Gold Spinel Heart...
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1940s Aesthetic Day Dresses
1960s Embellished Wiggle Dress
Located in New York, NY
VERY BREEZY presents: This is the dream vintage wiggle dress! The shape is so perfectly 1960s, from the way its fitted through the hips to the bateau neckline— so flattering and the perfect amount of sexy! This piece was sourced in Italy, although it was made in the US. It's embroidered all over with sequins in a squiggling formation. The paillettes are of such a great quality (nothing like the cheap sequins that are so commonplace in modern garments). A small slit in the back back makes it easy to move. The Vintage Diamanté Necklace...
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1960s American Evening Dresses
Vintage Seashell Pendant
Located in New York, NY
VERY BREEZY presents: This pendant is crafted from a genuine auger seashell, and mounted with a gold-toned metal bail. It was sourced in Italy, and I love to imagine the adventures i...
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20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces
1950s Diamanté Parure: Choker Necklace + Earclips
Located in New York, NY
VERY BREEZY presents: The only things better than finding one of these increasingly rare diamanté jewels is find a set of them— still in their original box! This parure was made in the 1940s by jeweler Phyllis originals. The festoon style of the necklace recalls the romantic styles of the Georgian and...
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Vintage 1940s Regency Choker Necklaces
Vintage Gold Rose Earrings
Located in New York, NY
VERY BREEZY presents: These vintage rose earrings depict a figural flower, sculpted with lifelike three-dimensional detail, in a rich matte-finis...
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Late 20th Century European Retro Clip-on Earrings
1980s Italian Floral Print Pegged Skirt
By Christian Lacroix Pret a Porter
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Christian Lacroix skirt features the most uniquely whimsical print, but the shape makes it quite versatile. Made in the 1990s, it features a print of florals, Eiffel Towers, opera glasses and masks, in a great colorful palette that really pops agains the black. The skirt has a high waist, with a super fitted/pegged shape that tapers towards the knee, and pockets at the hips. The fabric is 100% cotton, but it has a sheen and feels more like silk! It's fully lined and exceptionally well made. Note: It is unfortunately missing the Christian Lacroix label, but this identical print was used by him. It does have a tag indicated it was made in Italy, which aligns with the other Lacroix pieces featuring this print.
The Vintage Eyelet...
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1990s Italian Peg Top Skirts
1920s Navy Blue Silk Blouse or Evening Jacket
Located in New York, NY
VERY BREEZY presents: This vintage 1920s silk blouse is a little piece of flapper history, and a very rare find. The 1920s was a period of liberatio...
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1920s Blouses
1960s Long Sleeve Calico Maxidress, Deadstock Vintage
Located in New York, NY
VERY BREEZY presents: This deadstock vintage 1960s cobalt calico dress draws inspiration from Victorian wrapper dresses, creating a romantic bohemian...
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1960s Empire Waist Dresses
1970s RED GOWN WITH LACE COLLAR
Located in New York, NY
This dress is so fun, and the movement really makes it, so it's hard to do it justice through still images. Made in the 1970s, it features an exaggerated lace bertha style collar, wh...
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1970s Maxi Dress
1960s JOSEPH MAGNIN TAFFETA WRAP DRESS
By Joseph Magnin Co.
Located in New York, NY
This dress is so incredibly timeless and chic: exactly the kind of piece you want to invest in, that you'll never tire of wearing. Made by Joseph Magnin in the 1960s, it's made of lu...
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1960s American Day Dresses
Vintage 1970s Graphic Floral Maxidress
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1970s Graphic Floral Maxidress: This dress belongs somewhere on a sun-soaked patio with an aperol spritz in hand. Made in the 1970s, it features a very fun graphic floral, in a shade somewhere between red and coral. The empire waist and A-line skirt make it very flattering and easy to wear. The construction is impressive: the fabric is a chiffon-like cotton blend, and is fully lined, with a zipper closure in the back which is hidden by an intricate set of hooks...
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1970s Maxi Dresses
Vintage 1950s Shirtwaist Dress by L'AIGLON
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1950s Shirtwaist Dress by L'AIGLON: This dress is a great example of Dior's "New Look," which was ushered into fashion in 1947, and really ...
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1950s Casual Dresses
Vintage Peggy Daven Black Eyelet Slides
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Peggy Daven Black Eyelet Slides: These vintage mules were made by Peggy Daven in Spain of black eyelet over mesh, with leather details creating d...
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1990s Spanish Shoes
Vintage 1960s Mink Pillbox Hat
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1960s Mink Pillbox Hat: This mink fur hat is so sweet— it feels straight out of a look Catherine Deneuve would have worn in the 1960s. The blonde ...
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1960s Hats
1970s Eyelet Off-The-Shoulder Maxidress
Located in New York, NY
1970s Eyelet Off-The-Shoulder Maxidress with Polka Dot Skirt: I love an off-the-shoulder dress, and this one certainly delivers. It reminds me of the Rive Gauche dresses Yves Saint L...
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1970s Maxi Dresses
Vintage Jacky de G Gold Cluster Earrings
By Jacky De G
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Jacky de G Gold Cluster Earrings, signed: These earrings are equal parts fun and elegant. Made by famed Parisian jeweler Jacky de G in the 1980s, they feature a brushed gold ...
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Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings
Vintage Crystal Pendant Statement Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Crystal Pendant Statement Earrings: How fun are these vintage statement earrings? Circa 1960s, they feature large faceted crystals, ...
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Vintage 1960s Retro Chandelier Earrings
1990s/Y2K Backless Beaded Gown
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1990s Saks Fifth Avenue Label Beaded Backless Gown: This dress is a seriously jaw-dropping moment: equal parts sexy and elegant. Made of 100% silk, it is intricately beaded a...
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1990s Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Vintage Christian Lacroix Satin Miniskirt
By Christian Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
VINTAGE CHRISTIAN LACROIX SATIN MINISKIRT: This is THE perfect miniskirt— so easy to wear with boots, heels, and even layered with tights. Made in France by master couturier Christian Lacroix in the early 90s, it's the perfect black cotton and silk, creating a low-sheen satin. It's fully lined and the craftsmanship is evident in every detail of the design. Features two slash pockets in the front and an A-line mini shape; it could easily be hemmed shorter if you want more of a micro-mini! The Vintage Peggy Daven...
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1990s French A-Line Skirts
Gianfranco Ferre Trousers with Embellishment, Spring 2002
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in New York, NY
Gianfranco Ferre Spring 2002 Trousers, with Raffia Embellishment: These pants are such an iconic Y2K moment. There were made in Italy by Gianfranco Ferré ...
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Early 2000s Pants
1980s Bob Mackie Beaded Cutout Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1980s Bob Mackie Beaded Cutout Dress: This dress is just Bob Mackie doing what the iconic Bob Mackie does best! Made in the 1980s, it features a mesh cutout at the waist, with intricate beading forming a lattice pattern. The dress itself is an incredibly well-tailored black wool sheath dress...
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses
1980s Givenchy Couture Velvet Gown
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional Haute Couture gown was made by Hubert de Givenchy for the Fall 1982 collection. This silhouette and entire aesthetic is SO Givenchy— this fitted drop-waist bodice is something he revisited time and time again throughout his storied career.
It features a long sleeve fitted (silk-blend) velvet bodice, with a dropped basque waist...
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