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A Madame Grès Couture Evening Dress - Autumn Winter 1953
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1953 France Grand Soir dress in black silk faille by Madame Grès Haute Couture, 1953 collection (similar dress, cover of "l'Officiel de la Couture" n°381, 1953) with a very a...
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1950s French Fashion

Christian Dior EU 37.5 Navy Patent Leather Kitten Heels
Located in Amman, JO
Navy patent leather Christian Dior kitten heels with buckle detail. In excellent condition Additional information: Material: Leather Size:...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion

HERMES Rouge H Box leather & Kaki canvas SANGLE KELLY 50mm Bag Strap
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès shoulder strap for your Kelly or Evelyne bag in Kaki canvas and Rouge H Box leather. Has been carried and is in excellent condition. Measurements Width 5cm (2i...
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1990s French Fashion

Dolce & Gabbana Red Lace And Mesh Peep Toe Ankle Boots Size 37
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Style your wardrobe with this pair of Dolce & Gabbana peep-toe ankle boots. Crafted in dainty lace backed in discreet mesh for structure, they are accented with 10 cm heels and leath...
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2010s Italian Fashion

Carbo Linen Scarf in Black and White Block Printed Pattern, Handmade By Artisan
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
An effortless classic style statement, this beautiful linen scarf, adds modern elegance and timeless quality as an accessory which can be used suitably for personal / workwear or as ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Fashion

Hermes Silk Tie Cravate Elephants Lions Green Grey Blue Burgundy Mint
Located in ., FR
Beautiful Authentic HERMES Tie Made in France Pattern: Elephants, Lions, Statues Made of 100% Silk Colorways: Dark Blue, Green, Grey, Burgundy Lined with raspberry Silk "HERMES PARIS ©", "7374 PA" number, care tag at the back Measurements: 146 cm from tip to tip / 8,8 cm at widest (57,48 x 3,46 inches) Condition: Excellent. No defects. Would make a great gift No box but will come wrapped as gift in a Hermès paper bag...
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20th Century French Fashion

Vivienne Westwood blue wool embroidered Orb armband, fw 1995
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood blue wool embroidered Orb armband with tan leather and baroque style gold buckle. Vive La Cocotte, Fall-Winter 1995
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1990s British Fashion

Courrèges A-Line Textured Futuristic White & Red Tennis Mini Skirt
Located in Sheffield, GB
Courrèges futuristic style, textured white A-line mini skirt, with contrasting chunky red 'RIRI' zips and central front Courrèges appliqué detailed logo. Features; x2 Side Zips Chu...
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20th Century French Fashion

Charcoal Classic Artisanal Linen Scarf
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Charcoal is a light weight generously sized linen scarf. It is finely handwoven by master artisans in Nepal. A sustai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Fashion

TESU Indigo Gold Silk Scarf In Classic Shibori Print Handmade By Artisans
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio variously, TESU is a classic lightweight silk scarf can be very well used as a scarf or a wrap. It is made by master shibori artisans in India. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variously exclusively collaborates with artisan communities to restore & revive ancient techniques by exploring custom modern designs in textile based products. The name TESU is derived from root word Tesuji shibori technique orignated from Japan where Tesu means hand and Suji means stripes. Tight winding the fabric to create stripes pattern, created all by hand. Natural indigo is used to dye the 40 gms silk textile carefully one piece at a time by our skillful artisans in India. The base color of the scarf / wrap is created by using dyes created from Acacia Tree. An effortless classic style statement, this beautiful silk scarf, also a perfect mindful gift, is a pure statement piece that adds modern elegance and timeless quality as an accessory which can be used suitably for personal / workwear or as a travel accessory. The seams of this silk piece are finished to give it a clean modern look. Eco-friendly dyes, free of toxic chemicals are specifically engineered to ensure longer life for natural yarns used. Classic in design, Tesu is one of a kind timeless scarf that is a true sustainable luxury statement piece and also supports artisan communities ethically. Material: 100% pure silk Size: 112 cm x 112 cm ( 44 inch X 44 inch ) (generously sized square shape ) Color: Deep cream gold , Indigo Artisan base: Ethically & responsibly handmade by artisans in India. Wash care: Gently hand wash using gentle detergents. Hang dry in cool shaded place. Packaging: Each piece comes with its individual envelope shaped pouch made with canvas cotton and natural wood buttoned closure. This is also made by our artisans to keep the production inclusive. This sustainable packaging also ensures longer life for the handwoven scarf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Fashion

Primrose Cinnamon, Handpainted Shibori Silk Organza Square Scarf
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio variously, Primrose Cinnamon is one of a kind silk organza scarf . It is made by master shibori artisans in India .A sustainable design brand based out of Mi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Fashion

Pebble Soft Classic Artisanal Linen Scarf
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Pebble is a light weight linen scarf. It is finely handwoven by master artisans in Nepal. A sustainable design brand ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Fashion

Baltic Mist Soft Cotton Handwoven Scarf
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, BALTIC MIST is a light weight scarf. It is beautifully handwoven and hand knotted in cotton by master artisans in Nepal. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variously exclusively collaborates with artisan communities to restore & revive ancient techniques by exploring custom modern designs in textile based products. Minimal design elements are beautifully hand knotted across the handloom textile, creating subtle patterns on this light weight translucent scarf. Soft hand feel makes this elegant scarf easy to blend in with most outfits and perfect accessory for indoor, outdoors or travel. Certified cco-friendly Swiss dyes, free of toxic chemicals are specifically engineered to ensure longer life for natural yarns used. Classic in design and white in color, BALTIC MIST cotton handloom wrap / shawl / scarf is a true sustainable luxury statement piece and also supports artisan communities ethically. Material: 100% Cotton Size: 76 x 200 cm Color: Baltic blue . Artisan base: Ethically & responsibly handwoven by artisans in Nepal. Wash care: Gently hand wash using gentle detergents . Hang dry in cool shaded place or delicately dry clean only. Packaging: Each piece comes with its individual envelope shaped pouch made with canvas cotton and natural wood buttoned closure. This is also made by our artisans to keep the production inclusive. This sustainable packaging also ensures longer life for the handwoven scarf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Fashion

ORAA Black Silk Scarf
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio variously, ORAA Black is a classic silk scarf can be very well used as a scarf or a wrap. It is made by master shibori artisans in India. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variously exclusively collaborates with artisan communities to restore & revive ancient techniques by exploring custom modern designs in textile based products. This scarf has been made by using wooden blocks...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Fashion

Ink Mist Handwoven Hand Knotted Soft Cotton Scarf In Neutral Color
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Ink Mist is a light weight scarf. It is beautifully handwoven and hand knotted in cotton by master artisans in Nepal. A sustainable design brand...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Fashion

Dolce & Gabbana Blue Silk Poncho or Caftan Style Asymmetric Top in Floral Print
Located in Portland, OR
We love this fun Dolce & Gabbana blue floral silk chiffon poncho style top! The top has a flattering wide bateau neckline and features one long sleeve. This lightweight, sheer top ha...
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Early 2000s Italian Fashion

Granite Ombre Dyed Black and White Artisanal Linen Scarf
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Granite is a light weight linen scarf. It is finely handwoven by master artisans in Nepal. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variously exclusively collaborates with artisan communities to restore & revive ancient techniques by exploring custom modern designs in textile based products. A beautiful translucent appeal is crated by the natural texture of linen & a portion is intentionally left undyed. Classic in appeal , this piece is a timeless accessory. The dyes used are 100% certified eco friendly Swiss dyes making this piece completely biodegradable in nature. Soft in hand feel this light weight translucent scarf is easy to blend in with most outfits and perfect gift or personal wear accessory for indoor, outdoors or travel. Classic & unisex in design, Granite linen scarf is a true sustainable luxury statement piece and also supports artisan communities ethically. Material: 100% linen from Belgium Size: 95 x 220 cm ( generously sized ) Color: Dark Gray and remaining portion is undyed linen. Artisan base: Ethically and responsibly handwoven by artisans in Nepal. Wash care: Gently hand wash using gentle detergents . Hang dry in cool shaded place or delicately dry clean only. Packaging: Each piece comes with its individual envelope shaped pouch made with canvas cotton and natural wood buttoned closure. This is also made by our artisans to keep the production inclusive. This sustainable packaging also ensures longer life for the handwoven scarf...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Fashion

Umbra Kiwi Ombre Dyed Cashmere Merino Artisanal Scarf
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Umbra Kiwi is a luxurious statement piece carefully handmade by artisans in Nepal. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Fashion

Umbra Mink Ombre Dyed Cashmere Merino Artisanal Scarf
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, Umbra Mink is a luxurious statement piece carefully handmade by artisans in Nepal. A sustainable design brand based out of Michigan, Studio Variou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Nepalese Fashion

S/S 1987 Givenchy Haute Couture Runway Yellow Black Bow Trumpet Flare Gown
Located in Philadelphia, PA
TheRealList presents: an incredible yellow and black Givenchy Haute Couture gown, designed by one of the masters of 20th century Haute Couture, Hubert de Givenchy. From the Spring/Su...
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1980s French Fashion

Moschino Color Block Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great yellow and off white dress from Moschino. The semi fitted sleeveless dress has a peter pan collar and large front patch pockets with matching ...
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1990s Italian Fashion

1976 Valentino Beije Cream Dress
Located in Capri, IT
1976 Valentino Beije Cream Dress Totally made in italy in size US 10
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1970s Italian Fashion

Yves Saint Laurent Black Draped Jersey Pencil Skirt
Located in San Francisco, CA
Yves Saint Laurent black matte jersey pencil skirt with great twist and drape detailing at front side waist. Soft, comfy, and very versatile! Back zip and hook and eye. 100% viscose...
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2010s Italian Fashion

Paganne Dress by Gene Berk Long Maxi Column Sleeveless Mod Op Art Vintage 70s
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Vintage maxi dress, made by Paganne and designed by Gene Berk, most likely in the early 70s. Made from a poly/nylon blend jersey fabric, it features a bold abstract print in shades o...
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1970s American Fashion

Chanel Resort Summer Denim Diamond Stitch Fringe Beach Shopping Tote
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Beach Shopping Tote Bag Pool Resort Fringe Large Travel Shoulder Bag Canvas diamond stitch exterior with fringe detail CC embroidery...
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2010s Italian Fashion

Chanel Small Rare Tweed Cream Beige Classic Flap Bag
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel small cream and grey and multi color tweed with large CC logo and interlocking clasp 2004 {VINTAGE 19 Years} Antique silver hardware Interwo...
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Early 2000s French Fashion

A/W 1999 Jean Paul Gaultier Black Magnetic Tube Jacket with Double Zipper
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 1999 Jean Paul Gaultier black magnetic tube jacket with double zipper. Long sleeve black jacket with padded neckline, hem, and cuffs with magnetic closures. Signed JPG silver ton...
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1990s Fashion

1990's Thierry Mugler Purple and Black Leather Corset
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1990’s Thierry Mugler purple and black soft leather strapless corset. Sweetheart neckline with pointed front and back paneling. Contrasting black leather strips create beautiful silh...
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1990s Fashion

1990s Dolce and Gabbana Tiered Floral Fringe Skirt in Black Red and Yellow
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Dolce and Gabbana (circa 1990s) tiered skirt with tiered layers of floral and paisley. One tier is trimmed in lace, while another is trimmed in fringe. Additional long trim h...
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1990s Italian Fashion

Issey Miyake brown checked wool sweater dress with elastic binding, fw 1985
Located in London, GB
Issey Miyake; Brown and black checked wool sweater dress with elastic binding on the bias. Oversized and transformable design. Fall-Winter 1985
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1980s Japanese Fashion

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD black velvet corset, c. 1990s
Located in Genève, CH
- Vivienne Westwood black velvet corset - Internal boning - Back zip fastening - UK 10 - FR 38 - US 6 / a little stretch but fit Small, ...
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1990s British Fashion

S/S 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Turquoise Snakeskin Trousers
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford turquoise snakeskin print pants. Features Gucci cursive signature throughout pattern. High rise cotton flare trousers. Sa...
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Early 2000s Fashion

Channel Vintage Brown Leather Handbag
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
What a classy beauty Chanel vintage handbag that is here just in time! Crafted in gorgeous brown quilted lambskin leather, we love the front flap pocket with the CC turn-lock closure...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion

David Webb A Walk in the Woods Artful Animals Exhibition Pamphlet Book c 2022
Located in University City, MO
David Webb's A Walk in the Woods Artful Animals Soft Cover Pamphlet Exhibition Book c 2022 The soft cover brochure book was from a 2022 David Webb exhibition featuring an archive ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion

A/W 2006 Alexander McQueen Leather Bustier Top
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 2006 Alexander McQueen by Lee Alexander McQueen leather bustier top. Leather body with structured nude bra cups with netting over...
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Early 2000s Fashion

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Size 38 4/6 Navy Blue Brown Tan Vintage 70s Wool Skirt
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s YVES SAINT LAURNT Rive Gauche plaid wool skirt ! This YSL skirt has warm hues of navy blue, nude, tan and brown. Gold buttons down the fro...
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1970s French Fashion

S/S 2005 Vivienne Westwood Marble Stripe Print Dress
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 2005 Vivienne Westwood marble stripe print dress. Sculptural deconstructed semi-sheer silk dress with wrap tie at waist. High-low design with long point at back. In very good vin...
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Early 2000s Fashion

1980's Gianfranco Ferre Red Silk Midi Dress with Hot Pink Fringe
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1980's Gianfranco Ferre (attributed) red silk midi dress with hot pink fringe. Red silk chiffon dress with long hot pink fringe hem. Features oversized red velvet buttons on back and...
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1980s Fashion

1990s Christian Dior Gianfranco Ferre Pink Jacket w Chiffon Drape & 2 Skirts
Located in Portland, OR
This stunning pink early 1990's Christian Dior vintage ensemble will literally take your breath away! Gianfranco Ferre was a genius with both drape and chiffon and this outfit is a great example of that. Ferre was the creative director for Christian Dior from 1989 until 1996 and he is one of our all time favorite designers. If you've ever had the privilege of seeing one of the sensational white blouses he designed for Dior in person, then you will understand why we think he is a design genius. This suit exhibits many of Ferre's signature elements, and could easily be worn today. The real star of the outfit is a longline blazer with a graceful silk chiffon drape panel cascading from the neck over the open U-shaped back, demonstrating Ferre's tendency to design the unexpected. The ensemble includes two different skirts -- a maxi skirt with a thigh-high split, and a mini skirt. Alternatively, you may opt to simply pair the blazer with an something you already own! This suit has the numbered Christian Dior boutique...
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1990s French Fashion

1990's Jean Paul Gaultier Red Fishnet Mesh Bodysuit
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Jean Paul Gaultier red fishnet mesh bodysuit. Sleeveless scoop neck bodysuit. Super cool piece for layering.
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1990s Fashion

Louis Vuitton Neverfull Monogram Graffiti Stephan Sprouse GM Pink
Located in Denver, CO
Condition: This authentic Louis Vuitton tote is in great pre-loved condition. There is light trim wear, wear to corners and marks on vachetta leather. Some minor fading of graffiti p...
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2010s Fashion

A/W 2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Leather Skirt Set
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 2005 Christian Dior by Galliano black lambskin leather skirt set. Button-up, belted jacket and mini skirt. Structured coat with folded-in collar ...
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Early 2000s Fashion

Hermès 30cm Rouge Garrance Red Evergrain Birkin Bag PHW 66589
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
"Store item: 66589 The Hermes Birkin is probably one of the most coveted and desired bags in the world. Hand crafted and hand stitched, these bags are extremely hard to find. Inter...
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2010s Fashion

1990's Helmut Lang Black Long Sleeve Mesh Mini Dress
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1990's Helmut Lang black mesh mini dress with black sleeves. Long sleeve crew neck shift dress with black layered sleeves that start just below the shoulders. In very good vintage co...
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1990s Fashion

Chanel Vintage Spring/Summer 1992 Green Tweed CC Jacket Skirt Suit
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Introducing a rare gem from Chanel's Spring/Summer 1992 collection: an exquisite apple green tweed suit. This ensemble consists of an open-front jacket and a high-waisted knee-length...
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1990s French Fashion

1970's Halston IV Pink One-Shoulder Drape Gown
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1970's Halston IV pink one-shoulder drape gown. Features layered fabric at sides. Hook closure at shoulder. In very good vintage condition with light ...
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1970s Fashion

S/S 2002 Maison Martin Margiela Cropped Tuxedo Jacket
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 2002 Maison Martin Margiela cropped black tuxedo blazer jacket. Cropped jacket with fully built-in connected flat illusion lapel and triple button detail on both sides of waist. ...
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Early 2000s Fashion

S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Pink Pattern Trouser
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Pink Pattern Low-Rise Trouser. A very well documented piece - part of fashion history. Seen in the ad campaign, worn on the runway...
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1990s Fashion

Mini Max of California Floral Print Bohemian Bishop Sleeve Maxi Dress 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mini Max of California floral print, bohemian style bishop sleeve maxi dress, retailed at I Magnin. Soft peachy pink ground with pastel flower bouque...
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1960s American Fashion

2000’s Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Black Pants with Ruffle Sides
Located in North Hollywood, CA
2000’s Christian Dior by John Galliano silk black pants with ruffle flare hem. Curved ruffle paneling throughout pant leg. Super comfortable mid-rise pants that can be dressed up or ...
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Early 2000s Fashion

A/W 1992 Gianni Versace Leather Vest, Pant and Belt Set with Gold Stud Details
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 1992 Gianni Versace leather studded vest, pant and belt. Super iconic sleeveless zip-front vest with detailed studded front bust pockets. High-rise leather pants with gold studde...
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1990s Fashion

A/W 2003 Christian Dior ‘Hard Core’ Collection Red Leather Pants
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 2003 Christian Dior by Galliano ‘Hard Core’ collection mid-rise red leather pants with silver details. Features silver buckle details at waist, s...
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Early 2000s Fashion

Moschino Cheap & Chic Skirt Rare Vintage As Seen on Fran Drescher Size 14 1990s
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Preowned, vintage Moschino Cheap and Chic mini skirt, likely made in the early 90s. As seen on Fran Drescher in the TV series "The Nanny"! Made from a dark pink rayon/acetate blend f...
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1990s Italian Fashion

Christian Dior navy Oblique jacquard and leather trimming crossbody bag. c.1980s
Located in London, GB
Dior’s Oblique Jacquard Canvas, the instantly recognizable logo pattern adorns this cross-body bag all over. The soft bag highlights the beige and blue logo into an iconic piece of f...
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1980s French Fashion

Marina Sitbon for Kamosho Paris 2-piece Fringe Crop Top and Mini Skirt Set 1990s
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Marina Sitbon pour Kamosho Paris two piece set featuring a tie crop top with fringes and a mini skirt with fringes. Both made from a lattice work, the cr...
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1990s French Fashion

Chanel Super Rare Dare To Disturb Sequin Flap Bag
Located in Dubai, AE
Super rare find ! Chanel black sequin Dare To Disturb flap bag from Runway of Paris / Cosmopolite Collection, 2017 Pre-Fall Metiers d'Art, 17a - more than 6,000 littlest sequin spar...
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2010s Fashion

Brunello Cucinelli Ecru Linen & Silk Sequin Applique Layered Knit Tunic Sweater
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Brunello Cucinelli natural ecru linen & silk, sequin sewn, pullover, layered tunic knit sweater. Long raglan sleeves, mid torso layered drape front & back. Unworn with tags, irregul...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion

Nina Ricci Passementerie Silver Crossbody Evening Bag Signature Gold Bow 1980s
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Nina Ricci Passementerie Bag from the 1980s in metallic silver with signature golden Nina Ricci bow shaped closure. Passementerie, a technique very known for it’s use in Yves Saint L...
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1980s French Fashion

Fashion: Shop Vintage Clothing, Haute Couture and More

Fashion is littered with stories we can’t help but consume with voracity. Behind the world’s revered luxury houses and designers, there are often accounts of modest beginnings that gave way to the resonant work we’ve cherished all of our lives.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel learned to sew under the tutelage of nuns in an orphanage. Later, as an impoverished teenager at a boarding school in central France, clad in the drab clothes of the underclass compared to those of her classmates, she furthered her needlework skills. By the early 1900s, she was helming a hat shop with help from her sister and her aunt.

Chanel made spare, unadorned hats at first, and the now-momentous “little black dress,” published in the form of a sketch in Vogue in 1926, symbolized her intention to design for all social classes. Working with simple lines and ordinary fabrics, Chanel created garments that she hoped would encourage women to leave extravagant clothes behind. The young milliner would soon become pivotal to the evolution of both covetable casual wear and handmade high-fashion apparel, building a brand that has influenced countless designers all over the world.

“Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only,” Chanel said. “Fashion is in the sky, in the street; fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.”

Around the same time, a young former hotel bellboy named Guccio Gucci began to sell imported leather luggage from a small retail space in his native Florence, and it wouldn’t be long before he was overseeing a number of artisans who were making leather goods and other accessories. With the help of his sons, he opened a second shop in Rome and later launched his handbags, wallets and more.

There are people like Chanel and Gucci, sometimes of meager means, working in near obscurity to create lasting and innovative garments and accessories that today fill the interiors of our favorite boutiques and, ultimately, the closets of our home.

There are family-owned luxury-goods companies, such as Hermès in Paris, which began as a saddle manufacturer in the 1800s, serving the era’s carriage trade before it would expand to include venerable handbags as well as its numerous silk scarves, each emblazoned with a richly decorative design.

For many of us, the narratives behind the ornate monograms that adorn these iconic works are just as important as the items themselves.

Haute couture from the House of Chanel — practical, form-fitting evening dresses and menswear made of fine tweeds — has a long lineage, but now it’s earned a legitimate place in museums as often as it has in the homes of modern marquee influencers. Vintage Yves Saint Laurent leather clutches and handbags couldn’t have aged better over time, either. The French luxury fashion label’s long history of vibrant, gender-blurring designs, including the revolutionary Mondrian minidress in 1965, owe to the creative inclinations of a young Yves, who made paper dolls as a child and designed dresses for the women in his family by the time he was a teenager.

The appeal of vintage and designer clothing — whether it’s nostalgia for ’80s fashion treasures like oversize blazers or the bright and elaborate patterns that characterize sundresses of the 1960s — endures, and our appetite for irreplaceable garments as well as their riveting origin stories won’t recede anytime soon. An authentic handbag or purse from Hermès isn’t merely durable and alluring. The Birkin, for example, is hand-sewn according to Hermès’s centuries-old saddle-stitching technique, comes in a variety of exotic leathers and is also a savvy investment.

“The Birkin’s value has consistently risen and never fluctuated downward,” says Reece Morgan, head of handbags and accessories for Xupes, citing the fact that “production has been highly limited to maintain its unattainable aura.” In fact, he adds, Hermès has been “scaling back production each year.”

Today, we’re captivated by the work of prodigious Illinois-born talent Virgil Abloh, who not only triumphed in the fashion world with his Milan-based streetwear label Off-White, but was also a visual artist, a furniture designer and more. In 2018, Abloh, who learned about fashion from his seamstress mother, became one of the first Black designers to head a French luxury fashion house, having secured an artistic director role at Louis Vuitton.

“His clothing turns wearers into accomplices of his grand artistic scheme,” Michael Darling, the chief curator at Chicago’s Museum of Contemporary Art, wrote of Abloh’s work.

On 1stDibs, you can revel in the stories behind the fashion we love and browse everything from classic, one-of-a-kind gowns crafted by Parisian couturiers to stylish, modern streetwear designed by forward-looking brands. Shop 19th-century Louis Vuitton trunks or kaleidoscopic and colorful 1960s skirts by Emilio Pucci or edgy ensembles by visionary designers like Azzedine Alaïa. Your fashion journey begins right here.

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