Chic 1960s I Magnin Yellow Silk Shantung Rhinestone Bow Vintage 60s Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s I MAGNIN pale yellow silk shantung 60s shift dress! Features a bow at center collar encrusted with rhinestones. Tailored bodice with a forg...
$1,487Sale Price|50% Off
New Tom Ford For Gucci Mink Python Velvet 2004 Final Collection Heels Sz 9
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Mink Python Heels Brand New U.S. Size: 9 * Mink, Satin, Python and Velvet heels * Tom Ford's "Farewell" Collection for Gucci Impossible to Find New * 4.75" Heel * ...
Vintage Vicky Tiel Couture 1980s Black Mesh Sweetheart Flirty Cocktail Dress LBD
By Vicky Tiel
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage late 80s VICKY TIEL COUTURE mesh sweetheart neckline flirty little black dress! Features the designer's signature flattering ruched bodice (features interior boning...
Black wool jacket with bow tie PIERRE CARDIN "JEUNESSE" for TAKASHIMAYA
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool jacket with bow tie. Lining is probably rayon or acetate. Hidden snap closure on the middle front with decorative button on the top. SIZE 38/ M
Long black wool coat with velvet sleeve, collar and pocket flap CHANTAL THOMASS
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long black wool coat with velvet sleeve, collar and pocket flap. Shoulder pad. Velvet button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
MONCLER green nylon GHANY DOWN PUFFER VEST Jacket 4 XL
By Moncler
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Moncler Ghany puffer vest in dark green quilted shiny nylon laqué offers a sleek, fitted silhouette with a high collar and convenient zip pockets at the waist. It...
New Versace Over-the-knee Gold-tone Hardware Black Leather Boots It 39 - US 9
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Versace Over-the-Knee Leather Boots with Gold-Tone Hardware Italian size 39 - US 9 Striking over-the-knee boots from Versace, crafted in smooth black leather with a sleek, sculptural...
CHANEL black leather 18P G33701 Pumps Shoes 41.5
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel classic pumps in black leather embody timeless elegance. They feature a high stiletto heel adorned with a gold-tone CC detail and rounded toes, making the...
CommeDesGarcons FW 1996 Asymmetrical LightweightWool Folded Lumps Fitted Blouse
By Rei Kawakubo Comme Des Garcons, Comme des Garçons
Located in Chicago, IL
With a unique hand-folded, gathered and topstitched square neckline with contrasting triangular "lumps", this asymmetrical lightweight-wool long-sleeve pullover loose-fitting blouse ...
$2,325Sale Price|50% Off
New Rare Salvatore Ferragamo Fully Mink Lined Wood Beaded Snakeskin Bag W Tags
Located in Conroe, TX
Ferragamo Brand New with Tags * Absolutely Stunning! This Rare bag is Fully Lined in Mink Fur Three Sections of Unique Wood Beading Mink "Poof" Dangle Charm Karung Snake Handles Sil...
CHANEL New Vibrant Expressionism Fuchsia Dress 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
CHANEL · Collectible Vibrant Fuchsia Ribbed Knit Dress with CC Charm — Runway Edition · by Karl Lagerfeld ~ A study in radiance and rhythm, this Chanel ribbed knit dress channels th...
Stunning Early 1990s Custom All Over Sequin + Crystals Pink Vintage Mermaid Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite early 90s sequin gown! Features thousands of pale pink micro sequins throughout the dress, with crystal embellishments at sleeves, bust, and back...
Navy blue and red V neck cashmere sweater with beaded patch CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue and red V neck cashmere sweater with beaded patch. size 46 / XL
Chanel CC Logo Beige Black Leather Bow Embellished Ballet Flats 36.5
By Chanel
Located in Mechanicsville, VA
Chanel CC Logo Beige Black Bow Detail Ballet Flats Serial G02819 In original box, with dustbags Color Beige / Black Size 36.5EU Leather upper Interlocking CC embroidered detail Cap ...
Vintage BIll Blass Black 1990s Beaded Size 6 / 8 90s Strapless Evening Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1990s BILL BLASS black crepe beaded strapless evening gown! Features thousands of slimming black beads hand-sewn throughout. Interior boned bust helps keep everything in pla...
Dolce & Gabbana D&G Fall/Winter 2003 Runway Black Satin and Lace Corset Dress XS
Located in Berlin, DE
A standout from the Dolce & Gabbana Fall/Winter 2003 runway collection (Look 33), this black satin corset dress captures the essence of the label’s early-2000s sensuality and pre...
Escada 2000s Pink Python Snake Skin Silver Link Evening Shoulder Bag Purse
By Escada, Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 2000s ESCADA pink patchwork python snakeskin evening bag! Various shades of pink python matches anything! Front and back panels feature a slightly darker shades of pi...
Hermes Kelly Shoulder Orange Fringe Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Kelly Shoulder Fringe Vibrant Orange Bag.GHW. M in a square stamp. Rare piece. Corners had minor touch ups. Plastic on the hardware. Bag comes with dust bag, keys, clochette,...
1960s Gottex Black Sheer Cut - Out Sexy One Piece 60s Vintage Swimsuit Bodysuit
By Gottex
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and rare 1960s GOTTEX black one piece swimsuit or bodysuit with sheer cut-out sides! Features a high neck with an open back. Black on black polka dot print. Semi sheer cut-outs ...
Hermès Cadenas Kelly Caleche 24 Faubourg Refillable Perfume Spray Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Kelly model bag spray, Kelly version (but it is the same for Calèche or 24 Faubourg) in silver metal with the Kelly bag padlock motif, delivered in its original box. The padlo...
Black wrapped and asymmetrical skirt ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wrapped and asymmetrical wool skirt. Silk lining. Pocket on both side. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Split middle back. Belt-loop.SAMPLE. Left lenght= ...
Hermès NEW Birkin 25 Togo Black Gold
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Birkin 25 crafted of Togo leather in black with gold tone hardware. The piece is new and very sought after. Date stamp K for 2025. It comes with the full set: clochette, tir...
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W Leather And Horse Bit Buckle Belt, 1995
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Icey white patent leather Gucci belt, designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 1995 collection, this belt debuted in several versions on several looks on the 1995 runway. Tom Ford’...
A 1970s Black Leather Shoulder Bag by Gucci
By Gucci
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A timeless piece from Gucci’s storied archive, this 1970s black leather shoulder bag exudes understated elegance and vintage sophistication. Crafted in smooth, supple leather, the de...
BOTTEGA VENETA Fondant brown leather 2020 FRINGE POUCH Bag
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Bottega Veneta Fringe Pouch Leather Bag in Fondant showcases the House’s refined minimalism elevated with bold, textural detail. Crafted from exceptionally supple...
Mugler White Crepe Dress with Snap Front and Peekaboo Back, 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Let's face it- Mugler just makes everything SEXY! What could have been a simple white rayon crepe day dress has been transformed into the skin-showing back, low v-neck and hip accent...
Beautiful 1950s / 1960s Ivory Wool Beaded + Sequins Off - White Sleeveless Top
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing late 50s / early 60s ivory wool beaded (and sequined) sleeveless sweater! Thousands of hand-sewn sequins throughout, with dangling beads at each crest. So much detail, and expert craftsmanship...not your typical vintage beaded jumper...
Chanel Vintage Gold Mini CrossBody Flap
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Chanel gold lambskin mini quilted Flap Bag and a gold chain link threaded shoulder strap and CC turn lock. Interior has one Zipper pockets and patch pockets. Shoulder drop 21". C...
RICHARD TYLER COUTURE 90's Vintage Silk Black + Orange Gown w. Glass Beads Maxi
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Richard Tyler Couture Vintage 1990's 100% silk Orange silk with sheer black silk overlay Black silk overlay has small deep orange glass beads Cowl neck with weight to keep in place P...
DOLCE & GABBANA black suede 2016 CRYSTAL FLOWER BOOTIES Boots Shoes 38
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Dolce & Gabbana booties in black suede embody elegance with a touch of opulence. Featuring rounded toes and an ankle-high shaft, they are elevated by crystal flow...
Chanel New Navy Knit Beanie & Scarf Set
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Knit Beanie and Scarf Set is in a beautiful blue hue with contrasting creme CC knit applique on both beanie and scarf. Brand new in unused condition.
Loris Azzaro 1970s Silk Jersey Vintage Pink Empire Dress Gown
By Loris Azzaro
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 1970s Loris Azzaro pink silk jersey gown! Beautiful bodice, with a draped, Grecian/Empire feel to the body. Zipper works great, just could not fit the dress form. In...
1982 YVES SAINT LAURENT abstract printed silk RUNWAY top and skirt
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning Saint Laurent silk top and matching skirt from the 1982 fall runway, cut in an abstract print in saturated pink, purple, turquoise, blue and deep orange with black trim. The...
The Row Acero Ans Saddle Calfskin Leather Soft Margaux 10 Bag w/ Strap
By The Row
Located in New York, NY
The Row Acero Ans Saddle Calfskin Leather Soft Margaux 10 Bag Made In: Italy Color: Acero ans Hardware: Silvertone Materials: Saddle Calfskin leather Lining: Canvas Closure/Opening:...
Alaia SOLD OUT Brand New Black Cut Out Gladiator Heels Seen On Red Carpet $2, 700
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely stunning pair of brand new Alaia black leather cut-out gladiator heels. Laces up front, and zipper above heel, with pull stamped "Alaia." Th...
Hermès Silk Scarf Mosaic Seashells Twilly Orange Rare
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare opportunity to get this lovely authentic Hermès twilly Print: "Coquillages en Mosaïque" (Mosaic Seashells) This rare pattern was designed by Anne Gavarni...
S/S 2005 Donatella Versace Chaos Couture Colourful denim Print silk corset dress
Located in Sheffield, GB
Incredible Spring / Summer 2005 Donatella Versace, jeans couture dress in a silk floaty denim print with colourful slogans, butterfly patch embroidery and fitted bustier, corset top....
Printed flower jersey dress La Boutique de JEANNE LANVIN Circa 1970's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed flower jersey dress with belt. Zip closure on the middle back. Belt lenght: 190cm SIZE 38 (FR) M
CHANEL black wool 2020 20K SCALLOPED TWEED Jacket 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel collarless tweed jacket in black wool (79%), acetate (19%), polyamide (1%), and polyethylene (1%) is a timeless wardrobe staple. Designed with scalloped ed...
CHANEL Paris / Dubai CC Gripoix Buttons Tweed Jacket Dress 46 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
~ From the Paris / DUBAI 2015 Cruise Collection by Karl Lagerfeld ~ ~ A garment designed for dual states of being — this navy tweed creation from Chanel’s Paris–Dubai runway moves f...
1980s Faux TortoiseShell and Brass Oversized Sunglasses by Valentino
By Valentino
Located in Aci Castello, IT
These exceptional vintage Valentino sunglasses from the 1980s are a true embodiment of the era's opulent and glamorous style. These oversized frames combine sophisticated faux tortoi...
$198Sale Price|60% Off
New Fendi brown Buckle Sunglasses with Case
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
New Fendi Sunglasses with Case Brand New Brow & Black Sunglasses Fendi Buckle Detail at Sides Lightweight Scratch and Impact Resistant Made in I...
$985Sale Price|32% Off
New With Box Gucci Tom Ford Suede Horsebit Pump Heels Sz 10
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Brand New * Stunning Horsebit Heels * U.S. Size: 10 * Brown Suede Heels * Gold Horsebit Hardware * Suede Ankle Ties * Leather Footbed * 4" Heel * With Box and Dus...
1960s Jack Bryan Ivory and White Crochet Lace Beaded Vintage Maxi Dress / Gown
By Jack Bryan
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 60s JACKY BRYAN ivory and white full length dress. Features a hand crochet lace bodice, which is adorned with hundreds of dangling white beads on the front and back....
CHANEL red cashmere 2020 20C LONG Cardigan Sweater 42 L
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel long cardigan in red cashmere combines timeless elegance with a touch of classic contrast. It features a deep V-neck, accented by black and camel striped t...
Exceptional Vintage Pierre Balmain Black Strapless Jumpsuit w/ Regal Embroidery
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional, and super rare vintage PIERRE BALMAIN black strapless jumpsuit! Wonderful wide leg palazzos, that are so flattering, and uber chic! Regal hand embroidery at bodice, ador...
Vintage Gucci 2010 Black Cut Out Open Back Belted Jersey Dress Gown It 40
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
A timeless yet provocative evening piece that reflects Gucci’s refined, minimalist glamour of the era. Sleek and sensual Gucci gown from the 2010 collection, crafted in fluid black s...
Enrico Coveri 1980s Vintage White & Black Polka Dot Cotton Fit & Flare Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 80s ENRICO COVERI white and black polka dot printed dress! Features all over polka dots, with white silk grosgrain ribbon detail at bust. Super flattering bodice, ...
Tom Ford for Gucci FW 2001 Runway Pale Nude Silk Two-Piece, Look 31, Size IT38
Located in Berlin, DE
An exceptional archival piece from Tom Ford’s celebrated Fall/Winter 2001 Gucci collection. Shown on the runway as Look 31 and worn by Omahyra Mota, this two-piece ensemble represent...
Yves Saint Laurent 2002 FW Pirate Tie Blouse and Black Velvet Crop Pants
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
This Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Fall Winter 2002 lace up front black blouse is a striking example of early 2000s sensual tailoring. The blouse features Tom Ford’s iconic crossove...
HERMÈS silk scarf EX-LIBRIS À CARREAUX
By Hermès
Located in Rubiera, RE
HERMÈS Silk scarf Title: EX LIBRIS À CARREAUX Designed by Anamorphée Year: 2014 100% silk with hand-rolled edges cm. 90xcm.90 circa Made in France Blue dur/Fuchsia/ Violet Conditio...
HERMES black Swift & Tuffetage corduroy BIRKIN 30 COTE-A-COTE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Birkin 30 Côté-a-Côté in black corduroy with Veau Swift leather trim and gussets. Features palladium plated hardware and cleaning brush for corduroy. Brand new ...
Vicky Tiel Couture Satin Fuschia and Strapless Evening Gown, 1980s
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning piece is brought to you by the renowned designer Vicky Tiel, showcasing her unique style from the dynamic 1980s era. Crafted from fuchsia satin, this strapless gown emu...
$127Sale Price|50% Off
Prince Egon von Furstenberg vintage sunglasses 80s
Located in Valencia, CA
Before Diane, there was Egon. Egon was a prince from Switzerland and he married Diane and thus made Diane Von Furstenburg a princess. An acclaimed fashion designer, he was a contempo...
F/W 2000 DOLCE & GABBANA sheer hot pink gown
Located in Austin, TX
F/W 2000 DOLCE & GABBANA sheer hot pink gown Chest: 30-38", Waist: 20-32", Hips: 30-46", Length: 67-85" with adjustable tie straps sz 6
GUCCI brown leather GG SUPREME CANVAS 2022 ELLIS Ankle Boots Shoes 40
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Gucci Ellis ankle boots in beige and ebony GG Supreme canvas. Feature brown leather toe caps with perforated GG, leather trim around the ankle with gold-tone buckle an...
$2,450Sale Price|30% Off
New Tom Ford for Gucci Yellow Crocodile Ballerina Heels Pumps Sz 39
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For Gucci Heels Brand New, Rare Collectible Ad Runway Heels * Stunning in Yellow Genuine Crocodile * Tom Ford's Iconic Runway Heels...
HERMES Nuit blue Togo leather BIRKIN 30 Bag Rose Ghw
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Birkin 30 bag in Bleu Nuit (midnight blue) Veau Togo leather with rose-gold plated hardware. Lined in Chèvre (goat skin) with an open pocket against the front a...
Black Tweed wrapped jacket with sequin edge ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER New with tag
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black Tweed wrapped jacket with sequin edge . Main fabric composition: 27% nylon, 73% acrylic. Lining composition: 75% rayon, 25% polyester. Pocket on both side. Split on the sleeve...
Hermès Toffee Epsom Constance Long Wallet To Go GHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Hermès Toffee Epsom Constance Long Wallet To Go GHW SKU: Z151546 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: In 1967, an Hermès bag was born. When Jean-Louis Dumas wa...
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.