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PRADA light blue 2019 SHEARLING FUR SHORT SLEEVE Jacket 40 S
PRADA light blue 2019 SHEARLING FUR SHORT SLEEVE Jacket 40 S

PRADA light blue 2019 SHEARLING FUR SHORT SLEEVE Jacket 40 S

By Prada

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Prada jacket in light blue shearling fur with tonal leather trims. Crafted in a refined straight-cut silhouette with a softly structured, sculpted line, this luxurious...

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2010s Fashion

DOLCE & GABBANA cream 2001 Fur Trim Pearl Embellished Coat M
DOLCE & GABBANA cream 2001 Fur Trim Pearl Embellished Coat M

DOLCE & GABBANA cream 2001 Fur Trim Pearl Embellished Coat M

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Dolce & Gabbana coat in white floral lace cotton (80%) and nylon (20%). Features a sculpted fitted silhouette with elegant knee length, long sleeves and a ties at the ...

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Early 2000s Fashion

CHANEL Paris / BYZANCE Emerald Jewel Mosaic Tweed Coat 40 FR
CHANEL Paris / BYZANCE Emerald Jewel Mosaic Tweed Coat 40 FR

CHANEL Paris / BYZANCE Emerald Jewel Mosaic Tweed Coat 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Emerald Jewel Mosaic Tweed Coat with CC Gripoix Buttons — Paris / BYZANCE 2011 Métiers d’Art, Karl Lagerfeld • An acquisition. Not a trend. A relic with investment gravity ...

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2010s Fashion

Alaia Plum Wool Tailored Jacket
Alaia Plum Wool Tailored Jacket

Alaia Plum Wool Tailored Jacket

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Oakland, CA

This is an Alaia plum wool (90%) and cashmere (10%) tailored jacket Plum wool jacket with sculptural tailoring Signature toggle single button front closure Peak lapel Side vents Par...

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1990s French Fashion

GUCCI beige GG Supreme canvas 2019 ACE GG FLORAL Sneakers Shoes 38.5
GUCCI beige GG Supreme canvas 2019 ACE GG FLORAL Sneakers Shoes 38.5

GUCCI beige GG Supreme canvas 2019 ACE GG FLORAL Sneakers Shoes 38.5

By Gucci

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Gucci Ace sneakers crafted in beige and ebony GG Supreme Flora canvas with red and metallic green leather trims. Designed with classic round toes and the signature gre...

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2010s Fashion

Printed jersey draped evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Printed jersey draped evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Printed jersey draped evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Printed jersey draped evening dress. Invisible zip closure on the middle back. Inside jersey bodysuit with snap closure. Draped and gather on the left side + high split . Shoulder pa...

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2010s Fashion

CHANEL Paris / SEOUL Timeless Black Tweed Jacket 40 FR
CHANEL Paris / SEOUL Timeless Black Tweed Jacket 40 FR

CHANEL Paris / SEOUL Timeless Black Tweed Jacket 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · The Most Coveted Little Black Jacket — Runway of the Paris–Seoul 2016 Cruise Collection by Karl Lagerfeld — ~ A celestial artifact of Lagerfeld’s East-meets-Paris vision — ...

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2010s Fashion

Vintage 1960s Cream Embroidered Lace Maxi Dress with Bandana, US 4-6 UK 8-10
Vintage 1960s Cream Embroidered Lace Maxi Dress with Bandana, US 4-6 UK 8-10

Vintage 1960s Cream Embroidered Lace Maxi Dress with Bandana, US 4-6 UK 8-10

Located in Nashville, TN

A classic silhouette rendered on a cream nylon base, which is in turn fully overlayed with cream embroidered lace, accented by floral lace appliqués above floral paisley lace designs...

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1960s Fashion

New Gucci Nouveau Python Fringe Bamboo Runway Clutch Bag in Red $3750
New Gucci Nouveau Python Fringe Bamboo Runway Clutch Bag in Red $3750

New Gucci Nouveau Python Fringe Bamboo Runway Clutch Bag in Red $3750

By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Gucci Brand New With Tags $3750 A Rare Find New Hand Stitched Stunning Red Python Bamboo Python Accent Leather Lining & Dual Zippered Interior Pockets Magnetic Closure at Front I...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion

CHANEL 12K$ Iconic Yellow Tweed Dress with Belt 40 FR
CHANEL 12K$ Iconic Yellow Tweed Dress with Belt 40 FR

CHANEL 12K$ Iconic Yellow Tweed Dress with Belt 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Runway of FRENCH RIVIERA Cruise 2012 Collection — Lemon Yellow Lesage Tweed Dress with Logo Belt y Karl Lagerfeld — // Boutique value: over $12,000 ~ A sunlit relic dress ...

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2010s Fashion

Issey Miyake Graphic Semi Sheer Pleated Tulle Cropped Top
Issey Miyake Graphic Semi Sheer Pleated Tulle Cropped Top

Issey Miyake Graphic Semi Sheer Pleated Tulle Cropped Top

By Issey Miyake

Located in New Hope, PA

This Issey Miyake cropped top has a graphic black design on the front. It is made from a combination of pleated fabric and sheer tulle in what appears to be a major feat of textile ...

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1980s Japanese Fashion

Jeans Paul Gaultier New Black Cotton Shirt with Angel Sleeves
Jeans Paul Gaultier New Black Cotton Shirt with Angel Sleeves

Jeans Paul Gaultier New Black Cotton Shirt with Angel Sleeves

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black cotton shirt from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has a shirt collar, matching black mother of pearl buttons up front and long draping sleeves. The princess seaming makes fo...

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Early 2000s Italian Fashion

CHANEL Extremely Rare CC Logo Penguin Boucle Hoodie 42 FR
CHANEL Extremely Rare CC Logo Penguin Boucle Hoodie 42 FR

CHANEL Extremely Rare CC Logo Penguin Boucle Hoodie 42 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Museum Rare Collectible Grey Silk Bouclé Hoodie with Penguin Motif & CC Logo — Runway of 2007 Fall by by Karl Lagerfeld —  ~ Extremely Rare Trophy of Chanel Mythology ...

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Early 2000s Fashion

VALENTINO Icy Mint green patent leather 2024 VLOGO Slingback Flats Shoes 40
VALENTINO Icy Mint green patent leather 2024 VLOGO Slingback Flats Shoes 40

VALENTINO Icy Mint green patent leather 2024 VLOGO Slingback Flats Shoes 40

By Valentino

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Valentino 2024 VLogo patent slingback flat in Icy Mint is crafted from glossy patent leather, offering a fresh, modern take on a timeless silhouette. The design i...

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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion

1930s Vintage Peach Lace Gown with Floral Embroidery, US 6 UK 10
1930s Vintage Peach Lace Gown with Floral Embroidery, US 6 UK 10

1930s Vintage Peach Lace Gown with Floral Embroidery, US 6 UK 10

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the softest shade of peach netted lace, with a delicate repeat embroidered floral pattern, this original 1930's gown, is just the piece to add to your vintage collection....

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1930s Fashion

CHANEL 15K$ Paris / BYZANCE Museum Grade Ensemble 36 FR
CHANEL 15K$ Paris / BYZANCE Museum Grade Ensemble 36 FR

CHANEL 15K$ Paris / BYZANCE Museum Grade Ensemble 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

~ Exquisite Museum worth ensemble ~ shimmering coat and matching dress ~ from Runway of Paris / BYZANCE Collection ~ one of the most significant Karl Lagerfeld's creations -~ Bou...

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2010s Fashion

Printed backless cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Printed backless cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Printed backless cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Printed backless cocktail dress. Invisible zip closure on the right side. Inside panty with snap closure. SAMPLE Short lenght = 80cm Long lenght = 110cm SIZE 34/ XXS

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2010s Fashion

CHANEL 9K$ Paris / DALLAS CC Logo Relic Vest Jacket 34 FR
CHANEL 9K$ Paris / DALLAS CC Logo Relic Vest Jacket 34 FR

CHANEL 9K$ Paris / DALLAS CC Logo Relic Vest Jacket 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Collectible Western Vest Jacket — Paris / DALLAS Métiers d’Art 2014 Collection · by Karl Lagerfeld // Boutique Value: Over $9,000 / Most Elusive collector’s piece ~ An outl...

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2010s Fashion

CHANEL 16K$ Jewel Embellished Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR
CHANEL 16K$ Jewel Embellished Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

CHANEL 16K$ Jewel Embellished Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Museum-Grade Black Tweed Jacket with Jewel Embellishment — — Ad Campaign of Fall 2011 “Lonely Day” Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ With a boutique valuation originally surpas...

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2010s Fashion

JOHN GALLIANO 1999 Vintage Wool Coat Jacket w. Oversized Scarf
JOHN GALLIANO 1999 Vintage Wool Coat Jacket w. Oversized Scarf

JOHN GALLIANO 1999 Vintage Wool Coat Jacket w. Oversized Scarf

By John Galliano

Located in Leonardo, NJ

John Galliano Vintage FW99 Black & Ivory fitted coat Missing size and comp tag, but fits XS/S best, and I presume is wool This coat is very warm! Attached scarf and hole for scarf to...

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1990s Fashion

Vintage 1930's purple sequin and tulle halter neck blouse UK 10-12 US 6-8
Vintage 1930's purple sequin and tulle halter neck blouse UK 10-12 US 6-8

Vintage 1930's purple sequin and tulle halter neck blouse UK 10-12 US 6-8

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly spectacular French 1930's dusk purple sequin halter neck blouse, constructed on a French blue cotton base, is a rare piece to behold and the perfect piece for your cocktai...

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1930s French Fashion

Opulent Amethyst Semi precious Sliced Inlay Gilt Trim Minaudiere' Clutch 21st c
Opulent Amethyst Semi precious Sliced Inlay Gilt Trim Minaudiere' Clutch 21st c

Opulent Amethyst Semi precious Sliced Inlay Gilt Trim Minaudiere' Clutch 21st c

Located in University City, MO

Opulent amethyst sliced inlay clutch is framed with a textured gilt metal clasp frame Carried with a string of purple color resin beads that is detachable By detaching the purple res...

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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion

CHANEL 8K$ New Iconic Paris / Cuba Ribbon Tweed Skirt 42 FR
CHANEL 8K$ New Iconic Paris / Cuba Ribbon Tweed Skirt 42 FR

CHANEL 8K$ New Iconic Paris / Cuba Ribbon Tweed Skirt 42 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Iconic Ribbon Tweed Skirt — Paris / CUBA Cruise Collection by Karl Lagerfeld — A true cult relic of the Chanel universe // Boutique value: $8,000 — One of the most recogn...

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2010s Fashion

CHANEL 1990 Rares Black Tweed Suit with CC Giant Camellia Button 34 FR
CHANEL 1990 Rares Black Tweed Suit with CC Giant Camellia Button 34 FR

CHANEL 1990 Rares Black Tweed Suit with CC Giant Camellia Button 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Rares Black Tweed Suit with CC Giant Camellia Button — Early 1990s Karl Lagerfeld Era • Collectors value: museum-level (connoisseur market) — An early-90s Lagerfeld relic ...

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1990s Fashion

PRADA gold silver 2004 SKIPPER LIZARD TRIM BROCADE Bag
PRADA gold silver 2004 SKIPPER LIZARD TRIM BROCADE Bag

PRADA gold silver 2004 SKIPPER LIZARD TRIM BROCADE Bag

By Prada

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Prada Skipper bag in pleated antique gold and silver-grey floral brocade woven with luminous gold lurex thread, crafted in a softly structured, sculptural silhouette t...

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Early 2000s French Fashion

1970s Vintage Red Polka Dot Halter Maxi Dress by Isabell Gerhart
1970s Vintage Red Polka Dot Halter Maxi Dress by Isabell Gerhart

1970s Vintage Red Polka Dot Halter Maxi Dress by Isabell Gerhart

By Isabell Gerhart

Located in Brooklyn, NY

○ 1970s red polka dot maxi dress ○ halter style dress ○ smocked bodice ○ free flowing skirt ○ back zip closure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ○ era: 1970s ...

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1970s American Fashion

CHANEL Paris / Saint-Tropez Yellow Tweed Jacket 38 FR
CHANEL Paris / Saint-Tropez Yellow Tweed Jacket 38 FR

CHANEL Paris / Saint-Tropez Yellow Tweed Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Lemon Lesage Tweed Jacket with Crystal CC Jewels — Cruise 2012 “FRENCH RIVIERA” Runway by Karl Lagerfeld — one of Lagerfeld’s most iconic sunlight chapters — Seen on Sar...

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2010s Fashion

Chanel Paris / Saint-Tropez Lavender Tweed Suit 38 FR
Chanel Paris / Saint-Tropez Lavender Tweed Suit 38 FR

Chanel Paris / Saint-Tropez Lavender Tweed Suit 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Paris / Saint-Tropez Cruise Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ A vision of refined harmony, this ensemble consists of a perfectly tailored jacket and a matching skirt, rendered in ethe...

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2010s Fashion

1920's Purple and Black Ombre Fully Sequined Evening Dress
1920's Purple and Black Ombre Fully Sequined Evening Dress

1920's Purple and Black Ombre Fully Sequined Evening Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Shimmering full sequin 1920's evening dress. Beautifully decorated with silver, purple, and black sequins that seamlessly flow into a mesmerizing ombre design. The sequins are sewn o...

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1920s American Fashion

Hermès Birkin 40 Gold Togo PHW
Hermès Birkin 40 Gold Togo PHW

Hermès Birkin 40 Gold Togo PHW

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

- Brown - Gold - Palladium hardware - Two rolled top handles - Front flap closure with twist-lock fastening - Comes with lock, clochette and keys - Stamp J square. Year 2006 - Condit...

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Early 2000s Fashion

Off-white cotton veil deshabillé with thread embroidery Circa 1930
Off-white cotton veil deshabillé with thread embroidery Circa 1930

Off-white cotton veil deshabillé with thread embroidery Circa 1930

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white cotton veil deshabillé with thread embroidery. One fabric button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. SIZE 34/XS

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1930s Fashion

CHANEL 9K$ Rarest Vogue Cover Tweed Trench Coat 36 FR
CHANEL 9K$ Rarest Vogue Cover Tweed Trench Coat 36 FR

CHANEL 9K$ Rarest Vogue Cover Tweed Trench Coat 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Collector’s Gem – Houndstooth Tweed Trench — Runway of Spring 2005 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld — Boutique valuation: over $9,000 ~ A relic for true connoisseurs of Chanel...

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Early 2000s Fashion

PRADA Acciaio blue 2008 SEQUIN FLAP Bag BR4149
PRADA Acciaio blue 2008 SEQUIN FLAP Bag BR4149

PRADA Acciaio blue 2008 SEQUIN FLAP Bag BR4149

By Prada

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Prada flap shoulder bag in Acciaio gradient sequins, shimmering from silver through deep blue to black in a fluid, light-catching finish. Designed in a sleek, softly s...

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Early 2000s French Fashion

Hermès Gold Porcelain Change Tray Ashtray Carnets d'Equateur Dallet
Hermès Gold Porcelain Change Tray Ashtray Carnets d'Equateur Dallet

Hermès Gold Porcelain Change Tray Ashtray Carnets d'Equateur Dallet

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare and Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Change Tray Can be used as ashtray Print: "Carnets d'Equateur" Designed by Robert Dallet Theme: Africa, wild animals, jungle, leopard, parrots ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion

VALENTINO beige 2001 CRYSTAL & ROSE EMBELLISHED TULLE Bag
VALENTINO beige 2001 CRYSTAL & ROSE EMBELLISHED TULLE Bag

VALENTINO beige 2001 CRYSTAL & ROSE EMBELLISHED TULLE Bag

By Valentino

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Valentino Glam evening bag in beige tulle, exquisitely crafted in a delicate, softly gathered silhouette and richly adorned with sculptural red silk roses, hand-applie...

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Early 2000s Italian Fashion

PRADA natural linen canvas 2012 LINO TWIST Frame Shoulder Bag
PRADA natural linen canvas 2012 LINO TWIST Frame Shoulder Bag

PRADA natural linen canvas 2012 LINO TWIST Frame Shoulder Bag

By Prada

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Prada Lino Twist shoulder bag in natural linen canvas, crafted in a softly structured, elegant silhouette that blends refined texture with exotic detail. This distinct...

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2010s French Fashion

Off-white Tweed jacket with belt ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Off-white Tweed jacket with belt ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Off-white Tweed jacket with belt ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white Tweed jacket with belt . Rayon lining. Pocket on both side. BRANDED BUTTON ON CUFFS; Branded buckle, belt and belt-loop. Shoulder pad. SIZE 40

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2010s Fashion

CHANEL Paris / Edinburgh Collectible Lesage Tweed Cape Jacket 38 FR
CHANEL Paris / Edinburgh Collectible Lesage Tweed Cape Jacket 38 FR

CHANEL Paris / Edinburgh Collectible Lesage Tweed Cape Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Collectible Navy Lesage Tweed Cape Jacket — — Paris / EDINBURGH Métiers d’Art 2013 Runway · By Karl Lagerfeld — Originally offered at a boutique price surpassing $10,00...

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2010s Fashion

Black and orange striped sweater ISSEY MIYAKE
Black and orange striped sweater ISSEY MIYAKE

Black and orange striped sweater ISSEY MIYAKE

By Issey Miyake

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black and orange striped sweater. Fabric composition: 100% polyester. Front lenght = 46cm Back lenght = 58cm SIZE M

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2010s Japanese Fashion

Chanel vintage embellished tweed tote shoulder bag
Chanel vintage embellished tweed tote shoulder bag

Chanel vintage embellished tweed tote shoulder bag

By Chanel

Located in Capri, IT

Chanel vintage embellished tweed tote shoulder bag H 38 cm, w 40 cm Cc Embellished bag with multicoloured tweed Blue leather on the shoulder strap

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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion

CHANEL 9K$ New Paris / Monte-Carlo Iconic Burgundy Tweed Dress 40 FR
CHANEL 9K$ New Paris / Monte-Carlo Iconic Burgundy Tweed Dress 40 FR

CHANEL 9K$ New Paris / Monte-Carlo Iconic Burgundy Tweed Dress 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Chanel Paris / Monte-Carlo Burgundy Tweed Dress — The Camellia’s Crown and Logo Belt ~ An iconic creation from Karl Lagerfeld’s Paris / MONTE-CARLO collection, this Chanel dress em...

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Early 2000s Fashion

PRADA black nylon 2014 HULA Shopping Tote Bag 1BY300
PRADA black nylon 2014 HULA Shopping Tote Bag 1BY300

PRADA black nylon 2014 HULA Shopping Tote Bag 1BY300

By Prada

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Prada tote in black nylon with pink and white Hula print. Crafted in a refined, lightweight silhouette with a relaxed yet polished structure, this distinctive piece fe...

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2010s French Fashion

CHANEL Eternity Bound Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR
CHANEL Eternity Bound Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

CHANEL Eternity Bound Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Timeless Black Lesage Tweed Jacket with Multi-Logo Zippers — 2000s Era · by Karl Lagerfeld // Boutique Value: Over $13,000 ~ A piece for the true Chanel connoisseur — timel...

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Early 2000s Fashion

CHANEL 2001 Runway Ecru Tweed Suit with CC Buttons 38 FR
CHANEL 2001 Runway Ecru Tweed Suit with CC Buttons 38 FR

CHANEL 2001 Runway Ecru Tweed Suit with CC Buttons 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Ecru Tweed Suit with CC Buttons — Fall 2001 Runway by Karl Lagerfeld • Collectors value: investment piece, captured on many modern-day celebs and Chanel connoisseurs — See...

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Early 2000s Fashion

CHANEL 9K$ New Interstellar Shimmer Tweed Jacket 42 FR
CHANEL 9K$ New Interstellar Shimmer Tweed Jacket 42 FR

CHANEL 9K$ New Interstellar Shimmer Tweed Jacket 42 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Interstellar Steel Grey Shimmering Tweed Jacket with Bow Runway “COSMIC / OUTER SPACE” Collection, Fall 2017 · by Karl Lagerfeld // Boutique Value: over $9,000 ~ An etherea...

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2010s 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.