Late 20th Century Lingerie

1970S Pink & Blue Poly/Nylon Tricot Jersey Tie-Dyed Negligee Slip Dress

Authentic, preowned, vintage Emilio Pucci for Formfit Rogers Long Nightgown & Matching Robe 2pc Set Abstract Floral Print S/M. Unlined/Machine Wash. J...

A beautiful vintage slip dress in pale peach Sheer floral lace detail Bias cut Attached ribbon belt that ties at the back to the cinch in the waist ...

Valentino black corset totally made in italy in size 46

Shawl-collar luxurious satin charmeuse boxer kimono robe with pockets and dramatic statement sleeves. Original Flora's intense pop art print. Generous 5" x 80" double-faced black sil...

Sexy 1980s TADAShI SHOJI black bondage inspired bodysuit ! Features sheer mesh cut-out at top front and back. Soft rayon stretches to fit. Great with jeans, shorts, trosuers or a ski...

A very pretty vintage ivory dress with lace bust and sheer mesh straps Cinched in waist Attached straps that cross over the body Lace trim hem Belt...

Awesome brand new deadstock 80s PETER MAX Neomax one piece abstract art print neon swimsuit or bodysuit ! Features vibrant neon colors of pink, green, highlighter yellow, turquoise, ...

Add this bodysuit to your collection! Circa 1990s, this black bodysuit features an overlapping G and F logo in black beads and rhinestones, thick spaghetti straps and mesh bottoms wi...

Dolce & Gabbana Bustier, corset We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore Details: This is a beautiful Dolce & Gabbana silk ruched Mauve corset top with black lace...

This Dolce & Gabbana Black Lace Bustier is a luxurious piece of lingerie piece with exquisite black lace and baby blue ribbon detailing. The adjustable s...

NWT deadstock SABETH ROW New York black sill velvet wrap robe dress ! Luxurious soft velvet drapes the body beautifully. Inner ties at waist. Woven gold silk frog closure at neck and...

Sexy early 80s BOB MACKIE black and gold leaf motif mesh and cut-out burnt velvet one piece sheer bodysuit ! I love the variety of fabrics on this rare ge...

▪ Alexander McQueen strapless corset top ▪ Washed blue denim ▪ Metal donut buttons ▪ Built-in boning ▪ Metal zipper at side opening ▪ Belt loops and fau...

1970S VERA Purple & White Floral Nylon Tricot Jersey Slip Dress Negligee

Brand / Manufacturer: Givenchy Couture Circa: 1998 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Bodysuit Color(s): Shades of black Lined: Only at bodice and crotch Marked Fabric Content: "97% nylon, 3% elastane" Unmarked Fabric Content (feel of): metal (hardware) Additional Details / Inclusions: Givenchy Couture circa 1998 Alexander McQueen...

This is a super sassy and figure hugging Alaia long sleeve blended knit bodysuit from the renowned 1989 collection. The top section has a high neck ...

Designed by Gianni Versace for the Fall/Winter 1992 collection. This unique (possibly controversial) print was featured on button up tops for that season’s runway show and produced o...

As conceptual art while he transitioned to Hermes Creative Director in 1998, Belgian Martin Margiela--whose creations today debut in the setting of a contemporary-art gallery priced at upwards of EU$150,000--created this stenciled or block print. Conceived by arguably the most culturally influential contemporary fashion designer since Gabriel "Coco" Chanel, it is part of a limited-edition-of-two white-boxed set that includes the couture Maison Martin Margiela "Artisanal Line 0" body-harness lingerie in its maker's signature color white for Spring 1998. The same lingerie--one white and the other black--starred in a film made by Margiela among the five that he screened to present his Spring/Summer 1998 "Flat Collection" in Paris at the Conciergerie. In that film titled "4", which begins with a view of the iconic topless tabi "boots", the hands of Margiela's white-labcoat-clad assistants enter the frame to manipulate different garments on a model who initially wears the exterior lingerie (see our photos) as if jewelry. A simple dark collared coat, a white collared button-down shirt, and a dark button-down cardigan--all with the "displaced neckline" or "displaced shoulder" of the flat-hanging clothes--are transformed into new collarless plunging v-neck garments, which appear to be ruched when folded under the harness of the lingerie. Both black versions of the lingerie are in museum collections. In Martin Margiela's home-country, the ModeMuseum (MoMu) archived its collected piece as OBJ7660. In the 2018 Parisian retrospective exhibition at Musee de la Mode/Palais Galleria when its artistic director was Martin Margiela (working with Curator Alexandre Samson), the second black lingerie was featured on a mannequin and collected the same year by the Vogue Paris Foundation. Other conceptual designs from this same 1998 collection of jewelry were acquired by TheMet museum in Manhattan. Without the restriction of the use and function of clothing, the small uncreased print--on a card that can be removed from the interior-box bottom that it loosely spans--shows the buyer how to endlessly fashion unique tops using the structural-elastic lingerie as an undergarment for their own pre-worn button-down shirts. This is a more obvious example of the once avant-garde concept of anti-fashion upcycling that Martin Margiela introduced to challenge social and fashion-industry norms by the 1990s, which echos the revolutionary anti-art of Marcel Duchamp. Essentially, valuable art/fashion can be made from everyday vintage objects. While Duchamp did so in 1917 with a men's porcelain urinal titled "Fountain" attached to a gallery exhibition wall, they both made the point that it is the way that such items are reassembled that can make the result a progressive statement. What makes the print so special and worthy of framing for display is that, without words, the three numbered images on a single white card encapsulate the before-its-time fashion manifesto of Martin Margiela to recycle fashion in remarkable new wearable ways, such as harnessed by his unique lingerie. According to The New York Times in its 2021 feature-story that reflected on his radical fashion design and delved into his crossover art, Margiela "changed how we dressed in the 1990s", while his art embodies "the visionary man he has always been." At a turning-point shortly after Margiela designed this couture set in 1997, his personal manifesto became more difficult to accomplish in his fashion career as the new leader of France's historic luxury fashion-house Hermes, for which his first womenswear collection was presented for Autumn/Winter 1998. Frustrated by the limitations of the industrialized luxury trade and conglomerate conflicts with his closely guarded privacy, the famously "invisible" designer pre-maturely retired from the fashion industry in 2009 to independently build on his clever artistry in other mediums. Margiela continues to demonstrate what he often told his fashion teams: "The less you have, the more creative you are as a designer." This minimal finely-crafted lingerie without size or gender restriction--composed of adjustable "polya-elasthanne" straps with a clear anti-slip strip on the underside and three silver-plated metal double-rings--can be worn either as a concealed structural undergarment or as a visible jewelry-like body harness in appreciation of its meaning as a foundation for recycling fashion, pure form, and meaningful color. While the initial Maison Martin Margiela ready-to-wear brand tag until the late 1990s was a distinct corner-sewn unbranded white label accompanied by tags for origin and materials/care, the couture version for this lingerie is a single tiny white unbranded tag stitched in a line near the end of the waist strap, noting in English, "Made In France," with succinct material/care identification. The set's original white unbranded box and its white black-typed couture-identification sticker complete the "invisible-brand" aesthetic. We interpret the black-type codes on the aged box-sticker (“E98 ST HAUT; Struct Elas Blanc; 02; TU"): Spring 1998 Haute Couture; white structural-elastic garment; Artisanal Line 0 edition of two; one size only. The print, lingerie and box are in very good condition as shown in the photos with only one mark on the rear edge of the exterior box-lid. Although initially tried on by the sole owner to realize a restructured shirt, the lingerie body-harness was never worn. It was collected in Belgium at the Brussels boutique where Martin Margiela initially sold his brand with his founding business-partner Jenny Meirens since 1988. Prior, Margiela worked for several years as a fashion-design assistant to Parisian Jean Paul Gaultier. Both designers have since received independent museum retrospectives internationally--from Paris' Grand Palais and Musee Palais Galliera (The City of Paris Fashion Museum) to NYC's The Brooklyn Museum and Antwerp's MoMu. While others continue to try, Martin Margiela (b.1957) is the only leading fashion designer to have made a full-time transition to the commercial contemporary-art world with such highly valued works. As a rare revealing piece of both fashion and art history, the increasing value of this Maison Martin Margiela 1997...

Sexy vintage early 80s YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL for Saks 5th Avenue plunging halter one piece bodysuit or swimsuit ! Swimsuit is a black lycra with color block stripes of purple, neon ...

1990S Pink Multi Floral Polyester Lace Slip Dress

1990S ROCHAS Burgundy & Dark Teal Silk Corset

Autumn Winter 1985 Collection France Beautiful silk satin printed cocktail dress by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche inspired by the 1930s/1940s pyjamas and ...

Incredible rare vintage Jean Paul Gaultier bustier from his Spring Summer 1991 collection. Known for his iconic corsets and bustiers, Jean Paul Gaultier has empowered women with these fashion-staples since the early 1980s. This rare long-line bustier is made from a shining pink coloured snakeskin and features cut-out cages at each side. It feature a double line eye and hook closure at the back so it can be adjusted to fit perfectly. There is no size label, fits like an S. It fits best a 34 C (would also fit a D cup or larger B cup), please contact us with any questions regarding the size. Measurements: Under-bust (across) : 41cm Waist (across) : 33.5cm Please note that this is a vintage designer item...

▪ Vivienne Westwood corset ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪ c. 1990s ▪ Constructed from red stretch-satin ▪ Built-in corset boning ▪ Embroidered orb ▪ Zip fastening ▪ IT 42 - FR 3...

Presenting an exquisite Vivienne Westwood corset top artfully crafted from teal chevron-printed cotton, adorned with a captivating Japanese-inspired ukiyo-e print. This intricate art...

Chic vintage BILL BLASS black one piece swimsuit or bodysuit! Features chic tan rope straps that add just the right amount of jazz to this figure flaunting piece! Great alone for the...

Azzedine Alaia Vintage Bustier Cutout Back Gold Bodysuit Swimsuit Please note size tag has been removed.

Presenting a rare lounge/lingerie set designed by Dolce & Gabbana for their Spring/Summer 1995 collection. This iconic logo print debuted on the season's runway and appeared in the s...

Renata Silk Crepe Caftan in chocolate brown with orange piping. Garment is basically a large rectangle of silk crepe folded in half at shoulder, and tacked ...

Rena Lange Corset Corset features off-the-shoulder neckline, boned bodice, short sleeves, lace-up front and zip closure at back Bust: 30" Waist: 25.5" Length: 18" 100% Silk Size 40 ...

Extremely rare 1980s PATRICK KELLY Paris leopard animal cotton print bra / crop top ! Classic animal print. Ties at the center back. Wear alone or layered under a blazer, cardigan. ...

Sexy vintage early 80s YVES SAINT LAURENT black and gold convertible halter strap one piece swimsuit or bodysuit ! Features a black body with black and gold speckled mesh overlay at ...

Resurrection is excited to offer a vintage Gianfranco Ferre black velvet bodysuit featuring a scoop neck, short sleeves, snap crotch, sheer bottom, an...

▪ Vivienne Westwood rare knitted corset sweater ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪ Constructed from knitted pink Angora ▪ Nude internal corset...

Circa 1990 France Long evening dress Jeanne Lanvin Numbered 18073. Fuchsia brilliant satin silk 100%. Fully lined with a purple and cream silk dyed b...

▪ Dolce & Gabbana corset and skirt evening ensemble ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪ Constructed from a fine silk with 10% elastane for a slight stretch ▪ Long-sleeve corset...

Amazing 1990s JEAN PAUL GAULTIER black bodysuit / wrap dress ! Black stretch jersey with orange JPG logo at each side of the hem. Simply slips over the head and stretches to fit. Can...

Azzedine Alaia black leather corseted bra with laser-cut jagged edge, built-in padded bra, adjustable size with lace up fastening and side zip closure. Fa...

Gucci by Tom Ford pink floral printed silk chiffon blouse with bow fastening and black knitted panties with leather elastic waistband. Exact look from the runway. Spring-Summer 1999

Beautiful and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT ivory / off-white and gold seashell print one piece halter swimsuit / bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched waist that hides any...

▪ Gianfranco Ferre black astrakhan fur bodysuit ▪ High neck with long fur detail ▪ Power-mesh bodysuit ▪ Astrakhan fur bodice ▪ Zip fastening ▪ IT 4...

▪ Dolce & Gabbana black corseted mini skirt ▪ Gold metal chain detail ▪ Beaded tassels ▪ Metal hook closures at centre-back ▪ IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6 ▪ Spring-Summer 1991

▪ Vivienne Westwood strapless corset ▪ Museum piece ▪ Red velvet ▪ Olive lamé bra with wired piping ▪ Center-front zipper ▪ Size XS/S ▪ F...

This Vivienne Westwood undergarment set is a breathtakingly beautiful piece of history. In a peach pink hue, it is inspired by Victorian fashion and is truly museum worthy. Its archival design...

Rare and sexy 1970s HALSTON purple one piece plunging halter swimsuit OR bodysuit ! Beautiful purple jewel tone color. This rare beauty is one of 6 Halston swimsuits...

Sexy 80s GUY LAROCHE vintage black sheer lave one piece long sleeve bodysuit ! Features a tailored fitted mesh bodice with lace bottoms. Hidden snaps. Button closure at top back cent...

1980S DONNA KARAN Cherry Red Rayon Blend Jersey Low Cut Halter Bodysuit

1990S Floral Print Poly Satin Spaghetti Strap Pleated Ruffle Slip Dress

Gianni Versace Intimo S/S 1992 Vintage Plunging Baroque Print Sheer Lace Bodysuit Top IT 38 Condition: good vintage condition, some pulling not noticea...

Chic vintage ESCADA by MARGARETHA LEY black long sleeve cashmere and wool lightweight bodysuit ! Features three beaded and sequin high heel shoes dow...

Rare and collectible vintage F/W 96 HERMÈS silk jersey bodysuit ! Artist Hugo Grygkar designed this print, naming it “Biblotheque” Vibrant hues of ...

Sexy 1980s GUY LAROCHE semi sheer leopard animal print one piece mesh and lace bodysuit ! Features a classic leopard print in brown and tan. Button closure at center back neck. Can e...

▪ Gianni Versace silk corset bra ▪ Fully beaded with black and clear beads ▪ Crystal embellishment ▪ Halterneck ▪ Hook fastenings at centre back ▪ IT 4...

Presenting a fabulous black sheer Gucci 'GG' logo bra, designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 1998 collection, this stunning bralette debuted on the ...

1980S Blush Pink Sheer Polyester Chiffon & Lace Negligee

Flattering and chic deadstock ( never worn with original tags ) late 1980s vintage BILL BLASS one shoulder one piece swimsuit or bodysuit ! Features a flamenco style neckline with th...

▪ Vivienne Westwood black satin evening corset ▪ Boning designed to cinch the waist and push breasts up ▪ Back zip fastening ▪ FR 38 - U...