Jacques Heim psychedelic print silk cocktail dress. circa 1960s

Jacques Heim is inextricably linked with the history of French fashion. In the years 1958-1962 he was the president of the highly influential Paris Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture (the central body overseeing French Haute Couture). A period which also coincided with the world of Parisian couture shifting to the new world of ready to wear. Jacques Heim believed that fashion would thrive with change and adaptation. Although he exhibited none of the flamboyance or temperament of competitors like Yves Saint Laurent and Dior, he collaborated with iconic artists like Sonia Delaunay to create steadfastly modern fashion designs. He was an innovator who created designs that are smart, eclectic and of many styles yet always luxurious and elegant This circa late 1950s evening gown constructed in of gold silk satin has a fitted bodice that open into a long skirt. The waist, bust and collar line are adorned with appliqués saffron and gold pearls, rhinestone and metallic threads. This dress embodies the feminine and romantic style of dressing that was popularized after WWII with Dior’s New Look.

Jacques Heim is inextricably linked with the history of French fashion. In the years 1958-1962 he was the president of the highly influential Paris Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Cout...

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Since 1937, Hermès has called upon artists to create art on silk for their scarves, shirts and other signature pieces. The print for this elegant dress...

Jacques Heim is inextricably linked with the history of French fashion. In the years 1958-1962 he was the president of the highly influential Paris Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Cou...

This fun and contemporary slim fitted monochrome animal-esque print dress was designed in 1990 when Saint Laurent was still heading the label. It is constructed from grosgrain (a fi...

Gorgeous and incredibility rare Madame Grès haute couture sculpted black silk dress ensemble dating back to the early 1950's. Madame Grès felt that the true job of the couturier was not to create a name for one's self, as many designers do, but to pay rigorous attention to the clothing. This stunning set has so much detail, you can tell it was made with loving devotion. The alluring bodice has a low-cut scoop neck with flattering short sleeves. My favorite designer element is the dramatic back bow with chic cut-out. The matching jacket has a shawl-like front with a stunning cropped back. I'd wear the jacket alone with other looks for a unique bolero option. The sculpted panel style skirting ,which looks incredibly hard to mold, reads so fresh to the modern eye...

MADELEINE VIONNET c.1924 “Little Horses” Soft Green White Glass Beaded Flapper Dress Circa: 1924 Designer: Madeleine Vionnet Style: Flapper drop waist dress Color(s): Shades of green, gray, and white Lined: No Unmarked Fabric Content (feel of): Silk; glass (beading, rhinestones) Additional Details / Inclusions: Madeleine Vionnet design soft green “Little Horses” beaded flapper dress. Sleeveless dress with scooped neckline; scooped back. Silk crepe fabric cut on bias...

Gorgeous and incredibility rare Madame Grès haute couture heavily pleated silk-jersey gown dating back to her 1975 Autumn-Winter collection. Madame Grès felt that the true job of the couturier was not to create a name for one's self, as many designers do, but to pay rigorous attention to the clothing. This stunning documented draped mocha brown gown has so much detail, you can tell it was made with loving devotion. That color pop of beige really brings this dress to a new level. The seductive bodice has a low-cut halter style neckline with scrolling heavily pleated bands. My favorite design detail is the flirty cut-outs around the bodice which add so much sex appeal and interest. Flattering asymmetric hem columnar skirt with matching pleated waist belt. Grès had an extraordinarily long career. Through each decade, which encompassed huge changes in fashion, her work remained consistent and timeless. Any one of her elegant gowns...

Circa 1950 France Long dress in black silk faille with moiré effect by Jacques Heim. Embroidered with circles of iridescent metal pink sequins, e...

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Two piece suit consisting of a jacket and mid length skirt of butter black satin trimmed with a velvet and jet fringe. The fitted jacket is constructed on princess lines with raglan ...

A wonderfully vibrant mid-1960's chartreuse modernist gown by Alexandre of Paris. I think this show-stopper is one of the best examples of glamourous mod fashion...

Circa 1950 France Long dress in black silk faille with moiré effect by Jacques Heim. Embroidered with circles of iridescent metal pink sequins, e...

Circa 1965 France Cocktail dress in navy silk tulle embroidered with floche silk and its bolero by Jacques Heim Jeune Fille directed by Jacqueline Citroën and dating from the 1960s...

White cotton's piqué day dress with lace edge. Small bow and double lay in the back. Zip in the middle back. No lining. SIZE S

An incredibly chic vintage wiggle dress from the 1960s by legendary, luxury French designer, Jacques Heim for I.Magnin. In a sumptuous, thick b...

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Absolutely beautiful couture workmanship with amazing detail including inside net bodice; boned neckline (including back) and shoulder straps; plunging back; hidden zip closure at ba...