1960's Jean Louis Lime-Green Ombre Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Goddess Gown

While John Galliano was also creating his early Christian Dior haute-couture fashion collections as its acclaimed creative director, for Fall/Winter 1999 ready-to-wear for his ongoing eponymous Paris-based fashion house, the Brit designed this teal-green woven-wool day-to-evening dress with a luxurious bias-cut satin silk underlay and couture-like finishing. Evidenced by this dress, at that time Galliano was championed by the editors of U.S. Vogue as the leader of the sleek ultra-feminine trend. The influential magazine had earlier helped to establish him in Paris with a U.S. financial backer for an independent atelier and in America among high-end retailers--from where this dress was purchased by the sole owner, but never worn. Although its streamlined elegance that creates a striking silhouette has the look of a conservative linear dress...

This couture lingerie-like spaghetti-strapped black silk-satin apron vest--with extraordinary graphic cutwork featuring a heavily hand-beaded breast-plate and appliques--was custom made by a young designer for a New York City female...

An iconic two-piece set from Chanel’s 1996 collection, featuring the signature all-over CC logo in plush black velour. This set includes a short-sleeve top and matching mini skirt, b...

Amazing vintage 70s GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE exaggerated houndstooth bishop sleeve silk dress! Features vibrant colors of fuchsia pink, blue, grey and blac...