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CHANEL New Paris / MONACO Amethyst Tweed Jacket 34 FR
CHANEL New Paris / MONACO Amethyst Tweed Jacket 34 FR

CHANEL New Paris / MONACO Amethyst Tweed Jacket 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Collectible Amethyst Tweed Jacket — Paris / Monte Carlo Runway by Karl Lagerfeld – From the shimmering Riviera spirit of Karl Lagerfeld’s Paris / MONTE-CARLO Collection emer...

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Early 2000s Fashion

Exceptional Hermès Exclusif Giant Shawl Silk Scarf Oriental Drawings
Exceptional Hermès Exclusif Giant Shawl Silk Scarf Oriental Drawings

Exceptional Hermès Exclusif Giant Shawl Silk Scarf Oriental Drawings

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Absolutely Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Vintage Scarf Extremely rare, this scarf is from the vintage "HERMÈS EXCLUSIF" collection Pattern: oriental-inspired designs Made in France M...

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20th Century French Fashion

CHANEL Collectors Vintage Jacket with Bows 36 FR
CHANEL Collectors Vintage Jacket with Bows 36 FR

CHANEL Collectors Vintage Jacket with Bows 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

– A rare treasure of Chanel’s vocabulary, where femininity and allure are sculpted into couture — a Chanel masterpiece where fabric becomes language, detail becomes devotion – Th...

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Early 2000s Fashion

Late 1970s Lillie Rubin Red Sequin Halter Disco Glamour Evening Gown Maxi Dress
Late 1970s Lillie Rubin Red Sequin Halter Disco Glamour Evening Gown Maxi Dress

Late 1970s Lillie Rubin Red Sequin Halter Disco Glamour Evening Gown Maxi Dress

By Lillie Rubin

Located in San Diego, CA

Approximately Size XS / Small Measurements: Bust: 34 inches Waist: 24 inches Hips: 34 inches Length (top center back halter to hem): 59 inches I also have this same dress in one size up, and I also have this same dress in a royal blue color. Both are in my 1stDibs Shop ! A dazzling late 1970s Lillie Rubin evening gown that captures the unapologetic glamour of the disco era. Covered in shimmering red sequins from neckline to hem, this figure-skimming halter gown features a softly draped cowl neckline, alluring open back, and sleek column silhouette that elongates the body beautifully. The vibrant red sequin surface catches and reflects light from every angle, making this an exceptional choice for evening events, galas, holiday parties, red carpet moments, stage performances, or any occasion where making an entrance is required. The elegant halter construction balances the dramatic sparkle with a sophisticated silhouette that remains timeless decades later. A hidden zipper at the back is secured with a hook-and-eye closure for a clean finish. An additional two inches of seam allowance remains inside the hem, allowing for future lengthening if desired. Measurements: Bust: 34 inches Waist: 24 inches Hips: 34 inches Length (top center back halter to hem): 59 inches Details: * Designer: Lillie Rubin * Era: Late 1970s * Color: Red * Fully sequined exterior * Draped cowl halter neckline * Open back design * Hidden back zipper with hook-and-eye closure * Approximately 2 inches of seam allowance available for additional length * Excellent vintage eveningwear silhouette An iconic Studio 54-era statement piece that evokes the glamorous nightlife of the late 1970s while remaining remarkably wearable today. SEO Keywords: Vintage Lillie Rubin dress, 1970s sequin gown, disco dress, Studio 54 fashion...

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1970s American Fashion

Black lace and satin bustier evening dress GAI MATTIOLO
Black lace and satin bustier evening dress GAI MATTIOLO

Black lace and satin bustier evening dress GAI MATTIOLO

By Gai Mattiolo

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black lace and satin bustier evening dress . Polyester jersey lining. Boned. Padded and underwired bra. Zip and hook&eye closure on the left side. Silicone strap inside the bustier o...

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2010s Fashion

LOEWE dark green leather 2024 ONDA MARY JANE Slingbacks Shoes 39
LOEWE dark green leather 2024 ONDA MARY JANE Slingbacks Shoes 39

LOEWE dark green leather 2024 ONDA MARY JANE Slingbacks Shoes 39

By Loewe

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Loewe by Jonathan Anderson Onda slingbacks in dark green brushed calfskin leather. These luxury Loewe shoes feature a distinctly sculptural, asymmetric wavy toe shape ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion

White cotton guipure and lace wedding dress Circa 1960's
White cotton guipure and lace wedding dress Circa 1960's

White cotton guipure and lace wedding dress Circa 1960's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

White cotton guipure and lace wedding dress. Zip closure on the middle back. Rayon or acetate lining ( not inside the sleeve) Front lenght = 136cm Back lenght = 146cm SIZE 36 /S

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1960s Fashion

Short jacquard tank-top ALAIA
Short jacquard tank-top ALAIA

Short jacquard tank-top ALAIA

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Short jacquard tank-top with zip closure on the middle back. Half-belt on the middle back with clasp closure. SIZE 36/S

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1990s Fashion

CHANEL 5K$ Collectible Runway Ribbon Tweed Skirt 36 FR
CHANEL 5K$ Collectible Runway Ribbon Tweed Skirt 36 FR

CHANEL 5K$ Collectible Runway Ribbon Tweed Skirt 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Chanel Collectible Runway Ribbon Tweed Skirt – Boutique Value: Over $5,000 – An opus in miniature, this Chanel skirt is crafted from the most precious ribbon tweed, a textile that ...

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Early 2000s Fashion

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Silver Grey Satin Floral Hand Beaded Gown Wedding
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Silver Grey Satin Floral Hand Beaded Gown Wedding

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Silver Grey Satin Floral Hand Beaded Gown Wedding

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Les Habitudes 1990's Vintage Meant to look antique-y Not sure of the material, maybe a silk blend. Definitely satin type Hand embroidery and beading on the flowers on both the bust a...

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1990s Fashion

CHANEL 17K$ Jewel & Pearls Embellished Black Leather Jacket 38 FR
CHANEL 17K$ Jewel & Pearls Embellished Black Leather Jacket 38 FR

CHANEL 17K$ Jewel & Pearls Embellished Black Leather Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Black Leather Jacket with Jewel & Pearls Embellishment — Paris / MONACO Métiers d’Art, Karl Lagerfeld: Chanel in its night-jewel register: aristocratic, cinematic, and...

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Early 2000s Fashion

Prada 2013 Rust Orange and Black Floral Print Cotton Shift Dress
Prada 2013 Rust Orange and Black Floral Print Cotton Shift Dress

Prada 2013 Rust Orange and Black Floral Print Cotton Shift Dress

By Prada

Located in San Francisco, CA

Prada sleeveless dress in a rusty orange tone with black floral print throughout. The perfect dress to transition from summer to fall! Back zip and hook and eye. 100% cotton Fully l...

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2010s Italian Fashion

Y2K Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Black Skirt with Sheer Mesh Overlay
Y2K Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Black Skirt with Sheer Mesh Overlay

Y2K Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Black Skirt with Sheer Mesh Overlay

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Sparks, NV

Karl Lagerfeld black skirt with a sheer mesh overlay. Simple and chic. Details: Fully Lined Back Zip and Button Closure Marked Size: 40 Estimated Size: Medium Color: Black ...

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1990s French Fashion

F/W 1997 Dolce & Gabbana sheer leopard evening jacket
F/W 1997 Dolce & Gabbana sheer leopard evening jacket

F/W 1997 Dolce & Gabbana sheer leopard evening jacket

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Austin, TX

F/W 1997 Dolce & Gabbana sheer evening jacket CONDITION: Excellent Silk & Feathers  MADE in Italy Bust: 34"+, Waist: 26"+, Hips: 44"+, Length: 61", Arms from shoulder to end...

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1990s Italian Fashion

Rare Men's Christian Dior Classic Shooting Shirt in Sky Blue 100% Cotton
Rare Men's Christian Dior Classic Shooting Shirt in Sky Blue 100% Cotton

Rare Men's Christian Dior Classic Shooting Shirt in Sky Blue 100% Cotton

By Christian Dior

Located in valatie, NY

Rare Men's Christian Dior Classic Shooting Shirt in Sky Blue 100% Cotton with Epaulets, Shooting Patch, 3 Shell Holders, Large Buttoned Chest Patch Pockets, and Sleeves with Button D...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Fashion

2005 Gucci Raspberry Pink Cut-Out Dress
2005 Gucci Raspberry Pink Cut-Out Dress

2005 Gucci Raspberry Pink Cut-Out Dress

By Gucci

Located in Austin, TX

2005 Gucci Raspberry Pink Cut-Out Dress Condition: Very good Rayon and Nylon stretch fabric Made in Italy Waist: 20"-33", Hips: 31"-47", Length: 44"  Size S / M ( mannequin is a US ...

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Early 2000s Italian Fashion

CHANEL ROBOT Collection Runway Shimmer Jacket 36 FR
CHANEL ROBOT Collection Runway Shimmer Jacket 36 FR

CHANEL ROBOT Collection Runway Shimmer Jacket 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Runway Shimmer Jacket with CC Jewel Cubes — “ROBOT” Collection, Spring 2017 by Karl Lagerfeld – Advertising Relic this Chanel jacket once lit up Adverts of the Maison’s b...

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2010s 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

DOLCE & GABBANA pink 2019 SICILY SMALL FAUX LIZARD Bag
DOLCE & GABBANA pink 2019 SICILY SMALL FAUX LIZARD Bag

DOLCE & GABBANA pink 2019 SICILY SMALL FAUX LIZARD Bag

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Dolce & Gabbana Sicily Small bag in salmon pink lizard-embossed leather. Crafted in the house’s iconic structured silhouette, this feminine statement piece features go...

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2010s French Fashion

CHANEL Paris / Byzance Legendary Black Tweed Coat 50 FR
CHANEL Paris / Byzance Legendary Black Tweed Coat 50 FR

CHANEL Paris / Byzance Legendary Black Tweed Coat 50 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

– A relic of couture mythology, this masterpiece coat from Karl Lagerfeld’s legendary Paris / BYZANCE Métiers d’Art 2011 Collection stands as one of the most exalted creations of th...

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2010s Fashion

CHANEL New Paris / SHANGHAI Timeless Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR
CHANEL New Paris / SHANGHAI Timeless Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

CHANEL New Paris / SHANGHAI Timeless Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Paris / SHANGHAI Métiers d’Art Collection — The Imperial Nocturne Jacket – A Timeless Masterpiece by Karl Lagerfeld ~ – From the Runway of the Paris / Shanghai Métiers d’A...

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2010s Fashion

CHANEL New Spring 2020 ICONIC Pink Tweed Jacket 36 FR
CHANEL New Spring 2020 ICONIC Pink Tweed Jacket 36 FR

CHANEL New Spring 2020 ICONIC Pink Tweed Jacket 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Pastel Pink Lesage Tweed Jacket — Spring 2020 Collection By Virginie Viard • As seen on Lily-Rose Depp and in the official Chanel campaign – An audacious alchemy of couture...

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2010s Fashion

Chanel Red & White Flat Thong Sandals, Interlocking CC Logo in Original Box
Chanel Red & White Flat Thong Sandals, Interlocking CC Logo in Original Box

Chanel Red & White Flat Thong Sandals, Interlocking CC Logo in Original Box

By Chanel

Located in valatie, NY

Chanel Red and White Flat Thong Mule Sandals with Interlocking Silver CC Logo in Original Box. Chanel red and white flat thong mule sandals are a great seasonal fashion statement. Th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion

CHANEL New ROBOT Collection Statement Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR
CHANEL New ROBOT Collection Statement Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

CHANEL New ROBOT Collection Statement Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Iconic Timeless Black Tweed Jacket Runway of the 2017 Spring Robot Collection by Karl Lagerfeld – One of the most coveted black jackets in all of Chanel’s history — as seen ...

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2010s Fashion

CHANEL Paris / Salzburg CC Buttons Relaxed Coat 36 FR
CHANEL Paris / Salzburg CC Buttons Relaxed Coat 36 FR

CHANEL Paris / Salzburg CC Buttons Relaxed Coat 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Stunning Chanel coral boucle knit coat featuring relaxed fit ~ from Paris / SALZBURG Collection - CC logo buttons at front and pockets Size mark 36 FR. Condition never worn

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2010s Fashion

CHANEL Rare Miley Cyrus Style Provocative Black Suit 34 FR
CHANEL Rare Miley Cyrus Style Provocative Black Suit 34 FR

CHANEL Rare Miley Cyrus Style Provocative Black Suit 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Collectors Black Sheer Suit — Spring 2013 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld — As seen in Chanel’s official Ad campaign and captured on Miley Cyrus — – A rare apparition from the ...

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2010s Fashion

CHANEL Iconic Kristen Stewart Style Burgundy Jacket 36 FR
CHANEL Iconic Kristen Stewart Style Burgundy Jacket 36 FR

CHANEL Iconic Kristen Stewart Style Burgundy Jacket 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Iconic Burgundy Cashmere Jacket – Runway of the Fall 2016 Collection — as seen on Kristen Stewart in campaign imagery and on magazine covers – This jacket carries the aura o...

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2010s Fashion

2000s Louis Vuitton Impala Brown Damier Sauvage Evening Minaudière Bag
2000s Louis Vuitton Impala Brown Damier Sauvage Evening Minaudière Bag

2000s Louis Vuitton Impala Brown Damier Sauvage Evening Minaudière Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This stunning Louis Vuitton Impala bag from the rare Damier Sauvage collection is an absolute showstopper for evening events or sophisticated daytime wear, dating back to October 200...

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Late 20th Century French Fashion

DONNA KARAN 2000 Vintage Blue Silk Runway Print Skirt
DONNA KARAN 2000 Vintage Blue Silk Runway Print Skirt

DONNA KARAN 2000 Vintage Blue Silk Runway Print Skirt

By Donna Karan

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Donna Karan Vintage SS00 runway print Navy and teal aqua blue 100% silk Not exactly sure which way to wear this, just choose what works for you Zip then hook and eye closure Missing ...

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Early 2000s Fashion

CHANEL Paris / Venice Legendary Ecru Tweed Jacket 36 FR
CHANEL Paris / Venice Legendary Ecru Tweed Jacket 36 FR

CHANEL Paris / Venice Legendary Ecru Tweed Jacket 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Chanel Paris / VENICE Écru Tweed Jacket — Lion of Eternal Waters – There are Chanel jackets. And then there are the legends. From Karl Lagerfeld’s Paris–Venice Cruise Collection c...

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2010s Fashion

Double breasted jacket with flower print JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER
Double breasted jacket with flower print JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER

Double breasted jacket with flower print JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Double breasted jacket with flower print . Main fabric composition: 56% acetate, 44% silk. Rayon lining. Shoulder pad. Snap closure on the front. Pocket on both side. SIZE 42 (It) 3...

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1990s Italian Fashion

LOUIS VUITTON cream & black leather PETITE MALLE TRUNK Crossbody Bag
LOUIS VUITTON cream & black leather PETITE MALLE TRUNK Crossbody Bag

LOUIS VUITTON cream & black leather PETITE MALLE TRUNK Crossbody Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Petite Malle Trunk Crossbody Bag is a modern interpretation of the house’s iconic travel trunks. Crafted from grained leather in a striking cream an...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion

Chanel Vintage Black Leather Medium Flap Bag
Chanel Vintage Black Leather Medium Flap Bag

Chanel Vintage Black Leather Medium Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Oakland, CA

This is a classic vintage quilted Chanel medium flap bag which measures approximately 9.7.5 inches long, 6 inches in height, and 2.75 inches in width, with a 7.5-inch strap drop. A...

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1980s French Fashion

CHANEL 14K$ Masterpiece Beige Ribbon Tweed Coat 34 FR
CHANEL 14K$ Masterpiece Beige Ribbon Tweed Coat 34 FR

CHANEL 14K$ Masterpiece Beige Ribbon Tweed Coat 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Collectible Beige Ribbon Tweed Trench — Immortalized in AD Campaign of Fall 2016 Collection · By Karl Lagerfeld – With a boutique valuation surpassing $14,000 and the pric...

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2010s Fashion

Rare 1970s Halston Couture Vintage 1976 Gold Lamé One Shoulder 70s Sarong Dress
Rare 1970s Halston Couture Vintage 1976 Gold Lamé One Shoulder 70s Sarong Dress

Rare 1970s Halston Couture Vintage 1976 Gold Lamé One Shoulder 70s Sarong Dress

By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick

Located in San Diego, CA

Best fits a modern US size 2-4 (Small). Measurements Bust: 32 inches Waist: 27 inches Hips: 36 inches Length (top shoulder to longest point of hem): approximately 50 inches A spectacular and exceptionally rare 1976 Halston Couture gold lamé sarong dress, embodying the effortless glamour and Studio 54-era sophistication that made Halston one of the most influential American designers of the twentieth century. Cut from luminous liquid gold lamé, this dramatic one-shoulder design features Halston’s signature Grecian-inspired draping, an elegant shoulder tie detail, and an asymmetrical sarong-style wrap silhouette that moves beautifully with the body. This museum-worthy design represents everything collectors seek in early Halston couture: minimalist construction, luxurious fabric, sensual draping, and timeless glamour. The fluid silhouette appears deceptively simple while showcasing the masterful engineering and bias-cut techniques that established Halston as the designer of choice for fashion icons, socialites, and Hollywood royalty throughout the 1970s. A nearly identical version of this iconic design was worn by legendary journalist and television personality Barbara Walters at the MET Gala in 1977, further cementing the style’s place in American fashion history. The design has also appeared in museum exhibitions dedicated to Halston’s groundbreaking work and was famously revisited decades later when supermodel Carmen Kass wore the same striking silhouette on the red carpet, demonstrating the enduring relevance and collectibility of Halston’s most celebrated creations. The shimmering gold lamé fabric catches light from every angle, creating the liquid-metal effect that became synonymous with Halston’s eveningwear. Equally at home at a black-tie gala, museum event, luxury resort, or red-carpet occasion, this is the type of archival Halston couture piece that rarely surfaces on the market. Best fits a modern US size 2-4 (Small). Measurements Bust: 32 inches Waist: 27 inches Hips: 36 inches Length (top shoulder to longest point of hem): approximately 50 inches Halston’s work has been collected and exhibited by major institutions including the The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and his influence continues to resonate through designers such as Tom Ford, Donna Karan, Michael Kors, and Narciso Rodriguez. Style this extraordinary piece with metallic Christian Louboutin heels, a sculptural Bottega Veneta clutch, vintage Cartier jewelry, or statement pieces from Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel, and Gucci for an effortlessly glamorous look. vintage halston couture dress, 1976 halston, gold lamé dress, gold lame gown, one shoulder evening dress, sarong dress, studio 54 fashion...

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1970s American Fashion

CHRISTIAN DIOR black polyamide 2019 HALTED TULLE Gown Dress 38 S
CHRISTIAN DIOR black polyamide 2019 HALTED TULLE Gown Dress 38 S

CHRISTIAN DIOR black polyamide 2019 HALTED TULLE Gown Dress 38 S

By Christian Dior

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Christian Dior gown in black polyamide (100%). A striking study in contrast, this Dior gown pairs a tailored, vest-inspired bodice with a softly falling tulle skirt fo...

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2010s Fashion

FENDI brown BAGUETTE MINK FUR SLIDE Sandals Shoes 39
FENDI brown BAGUETTE MINK FUR SLIDE Sandals Shoes 39

FENDI brown BAGUETTE MINK FUR SLIDE Sandals Shoes 39

By Fendi

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Fendi fur Baguette slide in brown is a luxurious statement sandal that blends playful texture with iconic House detailing. Crafted with a soft fur vamp strap, the...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion

Japanese Pale Blue Woven Silk Jacket, Circa 1950
Japanese Pale Blue Woven Silk Jacket, Circa 1950

Japanese Pale Blue Woven Silk Jacket, Circa 1950

Located in New Hope, PA

This pale blue silk jacket with woven scenes of life and landmarks in Japan appears to have never been worn at all. The shade of blue works well as a stand in for the sky in all of ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Fashion

1920's Black Silk Beaded Fringe Flapper Dress
1920's Black Silk Beaded Fringe Flapper Dress

1920's Black Silk Beaded Fringe Flapper Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This exquisite flapper dress from the 1920's embodies the sultry sophistication of the period with intricate beading, geometric paneling, and fabulous bugle beaded fringe. Crafted ...

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1920s American Fashion

Burgundy wool knit Twin-set with tassel edge CHRISTIAN DIOR
Burgundy wool knit Twin-set with tassel edge CHRISTIAN DIOR

Burgundy wool knit Twin-set with tassel edge CHRISTIAN DIOR

By Christian Dior

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Burgundy wool knit Twin-set with tassel edge. Knit composition: 92% wool, 7% nylon, 1% elastane. Hook&eye closure on the middle front . Pocket on both side. SIZE 38 (Fr) 6 (Us)

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Early 2000s French Fashion

Vintage 1960's Black Lace Angel Sleeve Maxi Dress Sixties Lace Gown UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1960's Black Lace Angel Sleeve Maxi Dress Sixties Lace Gown UK 10 US 6

Vintage 1960's Black Lace Angel Sleeve Maxi Dress Sixties Lace Gown UK 10 US 6

Located in Nashville, TN

This breathtaking 1960's black floral lace gown, accented by scalloped edges and iconic details is just the piece to add to your vintage collection. The high neckline of the gown is...

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1960s 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.