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 $14,000 and the pric...
Beige Wiggle Dress, Circa 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
vintage early 50s beige & metallic dress. sheath silhouette. short raglan sleeves. v neck collar. decorative bow on the bodice. metallic chevron and horizontal striped pattern. two f...
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO Stone Burnt Orange leather HUG SOFT M BICOLOR Bag
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Salvatore Ferragamo Hug M Shoulder Bag is a refined expression of the brand’s timeless elegance. Crafted from luxurious bicolor leather in a soft stone hue, the s...
Patchwork denim jean trouser CHRISTIAN DIOR
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Patchwork denim jean trouser . Zip and hook&eye closure on the top middle front. Pockets on both side + 2 on the back. Studs. Blet-loop. SIZE 34/ XS
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Grey Embellished Mini Evening Bag
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Grey tones Silver hardware Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: usable inside space: length 5....
CHANEL 14K$ Fall 2017 COSMIC Emerald Leather Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL · Emerald Leather Jacket with Braided Tweed Trim • Boutique value: over $14,000 • — Fall 2017 “COSMIC” Runway, Karl Lagerfeld — Fall 2017 is Lagerfeld at his most planetary ...
Vintage 1950's Aqua Floral Silk Brocade Dress and Coat Ensemble UK 8 US 4
By Mardi Gras
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the most mesmerising shantung silk brocade, in shades of iridescent green and aqua blue, this original 1950's floral brocade dress and coat ensemble, is just the set to a...
Chanel Black Caviar Medallion Tote Bag
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Oakland, CA
The Chanel Medallion Tote was produced in one size and measures approximately 12.5 inches in width, 10 inches in height, and 6 inches in depth, with a 6.5-inch handle drop. It was in...
The Row Margaux 15 Black Calfskin Tote Bag with Gold Hardware
By The Row
Located in London, GB
- Black - Matte-grained calfskin leather - Gold-tone hardware - Softly structured bag design - Belted side detailing - Interior toggle closure - Buckled side fastenings - Top handles...
HERVE LEGER 1997 Vintage Black & White Maxi Long Dress
By Herve Léger
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Herve Leger Vintage SS97 Jet black and white Strapless, but comes with a removable halter strap Back zip Really sucks you in, especially around the waist Size Large, but fits more li...
2003 Roberto Cavalli Shaggy Japanese Design Boho Cream Penny Lane Afghan Coat
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Superb 2003 Roberto Cavalli Afghan coat. In a cream printed cloth decorated with Japanese inspired Phoenix and Cherry blossom designs, with hints of red & gold. The jacket fea...
Fun 90's Vintage MOSCHINO I love Vegetables Print T Shirt
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Fun 1990's Vintage MOSCHINO Printed T Shirt in a soft Black cotton with Slogan 'I Love - Vegetables - Love Me'. MADE IN ITALY. Recommended Size; Large Measurements are provided in...
DONNA KARAN 90's Vintage Hammered Satin Black Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Donna Karan Vintage 1990's Hammered Satin Jet black Made in Italy Pullover Throw on and go! This gown is so easy and effortless USA 6 aka IT42 Excellent vintage condition, minor feel...
$1,148Sale Price|30% Off
Fendi First Medium Shoulder Clutch Bag in Dark Brown
By Fendi
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Another show-stopper from Fendi, get your hands on the statement clutch of the season. This brown iteration houses a big F outlined in gold-toned hardware, perfect for date night or ...
Etro Stripe Silk Top
By Etro
Located in London, GB
A fun silk top by Etro of Italy. The top is in a lovely silk with double layer cap sleaves. It has a v neckline with fold over detail . 92 % silk, 8% lycra. Made in Italy Size EU ,...
Naeem Khan Vintage Black Metallic Gold Beaded and Sequin Evening Dress, 1990s
By Riazee, Naeem Khan
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1990s Naeem Khan sequin and beaded evening dress with a cut out detail in gold and black. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure. The marked size is 4 and the dress fits ...
CHANEL 13K$ Paris / Bombay CC Gripoix Buttons Tweed Coat 48 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
— From the resplendent Paris / BOMBAY 2012 Métiers d’Art collection, this coat is more than couture — it is a collectible relic, destined not only for the wardrobe but for the canon ...
Stunning 1960s Vintage Pony Hair or Cowhide Brown Fur Coat with Leather Trim
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage brown fur coat from the 1960s in incredible condition (rare to find one of these without balding). Drop waist and pleated detail in the bottom back. Fully lined with...
Chanel New RARE 2020 Tweed Jacket and Jeans Ensemble 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL Tweed & Denim Ensemble — Spring 2020 Collection By Virginie Viard ~ As seen on Lily-Rose Depp and in the official Chanel campaign ~ ~An audacious alchemy of couture and c...
$245Sale Price|30% Off
Oriental Dragonfly Mobile Phone Silk Embroidery Clip Closure Sling Bag
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
A refined fusion of Eastern-inspired artistry and vintage elegance, this mobile phone sling is crafted from deep black fabric adorned with intricate metallic dragonfly embroidery. Th...
Black patchwork mini bustier cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black patchwork mini cocktail dress. Different fabric composition: rayon, nylon, tulle, acetate, cotton and velvet. Lining composition: 94% silk, 6% elastane. Zip closure on the midd...
Cotton printed backless dress JC de CASTELBAJAC
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cotton printed backless dress. Snap closure behind the neck. SIZE 42 on tag but fit M
Off-white fringed jersey mini dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white fringed jersey mini dress. Jersey composition: 90% rayon, 10% elastane. Shoulder pad. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back SIZE 38 (Fr) M
Jean Paul Gaultier maxi dress in perfect condition
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Iconic maxi dress by Jean Paul Gaultier, made of technical stretch fabric with refined multicolor check pattern. Slim-fitting silhouette with long sleeves and a crew neckline, typica...
Navy blue linen draped jacket THIERRY MUGLER
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue linen draped jacket. Hidden snap closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side. SIZE 38 / M
CHANEL New Paris / Cuba Beige Belted Dress 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL · Timeless Beige Knit Belted Dress — Paris / CUBA Cruise Collection 2017 by Karl Lagerfeld — ~ A quiet manifesto of elegance, born where Parisian discipline met Havana’s fadi...
1980s Ann Lawrence Vintage Metallic Gold and Black Beaded Fringe Evening Dress
By Ann Lawrence
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning construction! Vintage metallic gold and black evening dress by Ann Lawrence with a full structured skirt and beaded fringe trim. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure....
Hermès 2019 Carre 90 Lazy Leopardesses Khaki Brown Silk Twill Scarf Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès 90cm square silk twill scarf, Lazy Leopardesses print by Arlette Hess, released in 2019 in shades of khaki, brown, and black-grey, with hand-rolled edges. Approximately 90cm w...
Issey Miyake Fall 1993 Runway Oversized Iridescent Quilted Cocoon Coat with Hood
By Issey Miyake
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Issey Miyake Fall/Winter 1993 runway coat in iridescent green/blue quilted fabric with a reflective surface that shifts in light. Full-length padded construction with geometric puzzl...
Exceptional Hermès Smoking Pipe Wood Leather
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Pipe Stummel made of heather wood, fully covered in brown leather with saddle stitching / Stem made of resin Vintage item Colorways: brown, black ...
HERMES orange Swift leather MINI JYPSIERE 22 Crossbody Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Mini Jypsière 22 crossbody bag in classic Hermès Orange Veau Swift leather. A refined, modern icon blending equestrian herit...
ESCADA Silk Bronzy Gold Paneled Maxi Evening Bridal Wedding Skirt
By Escada
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Escada Great for a bridal / wedding festivity moment paired with a Vivienne Westwood corset The most stunning muted gold, champagne/bronze colored skirt The color is called "sand gol...
ALAIA yellow leather ROSE-MARIE 19 FLOWER EMBELLISHED Bucket Bag
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Alaïa Rose Marie 19 Bucket Bag is a stunning blend of bold design and intricate craftsmanship. Made from smooth yellow leather, it features delicate flower embell...
Delvaux Tempête MM Leather Top Handle Bag in Orange
By Delvaux
Located in London, GB
- Orange Crispy Calf leather exterior - Silver-tone hardware - Signature Tempête studded clasps at front - Structured top handle silhouette - Detachable and adjustable shoulder strap...
CARMEN MARC VALVO 90's Vintage Silver Beaded Evening Gown Bridal Wedding Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Carmen Marc Valvo Vintage 1990's Silver / Grey / Icy cool toned Delicate floral beaded pattern Looks like liquid silk, but it's not silk Sexy square neckline Size USA 12 - easily tai...
DOLCE & GABBANA 90's Vintage Gray Green Crystal Pencil Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Dolce & Gabbana 1990's Vintage Gray/green hued dress Crystals on the straps and buttons No size tag, fits like an IT44 Medium/Large Lots of stretch Excellent Condition, no flaws Hat ...
Black and white asymmetrical silk slip dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and white asymmetrical silk slip dress. Invisible zip closure on the left side + Gold metal branded snap and zip SIZE 38 (Fr) M
Naeem Khan Riazee Vintage Sexy Cut Out Metallic Beaded Cocktail Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage Naeem Khan dress under his Riazee label. Heavily encrusted in thousands of tiny glass seed beads. This dress is 100% silk and is fully lined. The marked size is 4, a...
$324Sale Price|40% Off
Vintage Chanel CC Interlocking Black Large Side Logo Grey Lens Sunglasses
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Elevate your style with these exquisite Vintage Chanel CC Interlocking Black Large Side Logo Grey Lens Sunglasses. Crafted by the legendary house of Chanel, these sunglasses exude ti...
Striped lamé shirt LANVIN
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Striped lamé shirt. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. SIZE 40
Hermes Rose Quartz Double Faced Cashmere Cape Fit Jacket
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Ultra luxe, superbly crafted Hermes cashmere jacket. New with tags. Made from the highest quality Rose Quartz pink double faced cashmere with burgundy leather trims. It has a loose,...
Alexander McQueen S/S 2012 Black Silk Ruffle and Lace Bodice Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2012 silk evening gown. Dark, romantic, and luxurious. Sleek, straight silhouette that grazes and hugs at the curves. Elegant peek-a-boo lace detail w...
VALENTINO 1998 Vintage Ivory Eyelet Blazer Jacket Wool Cashmere Runway
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino SS98 Vintage Ivory Super soft Eyelet pattern Scalloped edges Mother of pearl-like buttons Size US6 fits closer to a snug 4 / looser 2 Excellent condition, minor feeling of ...
CHANEL Paris / Saint-Tropez Runway Maxi Cardigan 40 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL Collectible Tunic Cardigan Maxi Paris / SAINT-TROPEZ Cruise Collectionby Karl Lagerfeld ~ A relic of Riviera couture, it stands as both garment and gesture: Chanel transfigu...
CHANEL Paris / Saint-Tropez CC Laurel Embroidery Jeans 34 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL · Collectible Blue Denim Jeans with Embroidery — Paris Saint-Tropez Cruise Collection · By Karl Lagerfeld // A boutique valuation surpassing $4,800 affirms its rarity, while...
Thierry Mugler S/S 1997 “Les Insectes” Suit Rhinestone Fly Embellishment FR42
Located in Berlin, BE
Thierry Mugler Spring Summer 1997 “Les Insectes” Suit with Fly Embellishment Brand: Thierry Mugler Designer: Thierry Mugler Collection: Spring Summer 1997 Couture Fabric: 100% Wool ...
PRADA beige 2006 FOX TRIM MINK FUR VEST Jacket 44 L
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada fur vest in gradient beige to camel mink, showcasing a beautifully shaded finish that highlights the natural luster of the fur. The design is elevated with plush...
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Hand-Beaded Silk Embellished Evening Gown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
wedding / bridal / bride Les Habitudes Couture Vintage 1990's Entirely hand-made in England 100% silk Size Medium but fits like a XS/S Excellent Condition, no flaws Measurements in i...
VALENTINO Vintage Silk Crystal Embellished Pewter Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino Vintage Pewter silver color 100% silk Strap can be worn off the shoulder, too Clear crystal accents (one strap can be re-glued/taped/etc) Invisible side zip Size USA 8 fits...
CHANEL 12K$ Iconic 2020 Anna Wintour Style Tweed Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Chanel Iconic Lesage Tweed Sequinned Jacket — Virginie Viard’s 2020 Cruise Collection — ~ As seen gracing the legendary presence of Anna Wintour herself ~ Retailing at over $12,00...
CHANEL New Iconic Tweed Jacket with CC Patch 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL· Collectible Navy Tweed Jacket with CC Logo Embroidery Patch · As Seen on Miroslava Duma ~ An artifact of couture memory — this Chanel jacket is no mere garment but a herald...
Galanos Late 70s Black / White Floral Solid Beaded Evening Jacket
By Galanos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1970's Galanos jacket is truly an exquisite display of craftsmanship. Dense beading of black and white bugle beads make up a jumbo floral motif. Fully lined in luxurious silk ch...
VALENTINO black leather 2024 VLOGO Ankle Boots Shoes 39
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino VLogo Signature 40 ankle boots in black smooth stretch leather. An elegant, sculpted silhouette defined by sleek pointed toes adorned with the iconic VLogo b...
Vintage 1930's Green Silk Lamé Evening Gown Amber Lamé UK 12-14 US 8-10
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the most exquisite shade of moss green crepe silk, set off by an abstract silk lamé pattern in shades of amber, yellow and cream set against a black background with gold ...
1970s Jersey Muslin Chiffon Dress with Open Bat Wing Sleeves Size 8/10
Located in Atlanta, GA
A striking 1970s cocktail dress fashioned from airy jersey muslin chiffon, cut into a fluid, romantic silhouette emblematic of the era’s most ele...
Mignon Paris Draped Silk Dress 1950s
By Mignon
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black silk dress from Mignon Paris. It is sleeveless with a draped portrait collar, fitted waist and a full skirt- a feat of draping and ruching. The dress has a back pai...
Teal Traina 1960s Vintage Pink Silk Drop Waist Mod Dress with Pleats
By Teal Traina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1960s Teal Traina mod pink dress sleeveless v neck bodice drop waist flapper style silhouette very pretty shade of orchid pink kelly green silk lining extra large pearlized buttons o...
CHANEL 90s Vintage Relic Red Tweed Jacket with Belt 42 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL · Rare Collectible Red Check Tweed Jacket with Belt Karl Lagerfeld’s Legendary 1990s Collection — A flame preserved in tweed — Chanel transfigured into eternity — a piece For ...
Black wool double-breasted blazer BALMAIN
By Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool double-breasted blazer. Lining composition: 52% rayon, 48% cotton. Branded button and buttonhole closure on the front and cuffs. Shoulder pad. Pocket on both side + one br...
CHANEL 9K$ Vogue Cover New Khaki Suede Jacket 36 FR
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CHANEL · Collectible Khaki Green Suede Jacket with “TWEED WE NEED” lettering at back — Runway “FASHION MANIFESTO” Collection, Spring 2015 · by Karl Lagerfeld // Boutique Value: $8,86...
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.