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Period: 1940s
Vintage 1940's Cream Silk Pleated Dress Rhinestone Button US 6 UK 10
Vintage 1940's Cream Silk Pleated Dress Rhinestone Button US 6 UK 10

Vintage 1940's Cream Silk Pleated Dress Rhinestone Button US 6 UK 10

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly mesmerising 1940's dress, rendered in the softest shade of cream crepe silk and accented by delicate pleated details, is the perfect timeless piece to add to your vintage ...

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1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Yellow Mid Season Swing Coat UK 10-12 US 6-8
Vintage 1940's Yellow Mid Season Swing Coat UK 10-12 US 6-8

Vintage 1940's Yellow Mid Season Swing Coat UK 10-12 US 6-8

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the most incredible shade of yellow in a lightweight woven cotton, this original 1940's swing coat is just the piece to welcome to your mid season wardrobe. The elegant...

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1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Black Beaded Peplum Skirt Suit US 6 UK 10
Vintage 1940's Black Beaded Peplum Skirt Suit US 6 UK 10

Vintage 1940's Black Beaded Peplum Skirt Suit US 6 UK 10

Located in Nashville, TN

A breathtaking silhouette rendered in a stunning black crepe silk with elaborate trailing black bugle glass beadwork, this 1940's tailored skirt set is the perfect statement piece to...

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1940s Clothing

1940s Vintage Taffeta Rainbow Striped Chevron Light Weight Duster Coat or Robe
1940s Vintage Taffeta Rainbow Striped Chevron Light Weight Duster Coat or Robe

1940s Vintage Taffeta Rainbow Striped Chevron Light Weight Duster Coat or Robe

By Valley Frocks

Located in Sparks, NV

Incredible colors! This vintage light weight duster or robe from the 1940s features the most amazing striped chevron design. Unlined with front button closure. Hidden side pockets. T...

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American 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Pink Floral Day Day Dress Silk Floral Dress US 4 UK 8
Vintage 1940's Pink Floral Day Day Dress Silk Floral Dress US 4 UK 8

Vintage 1940's Pink Floral Day Day Dress Silk Floral Dress US 4 UK 8

Located in Nashville, TN

A beauty in the warmest shade of pink, with a repeat scattered floral pattern in shades of navy, white and grey, this original 1940's silk day dress, is just the piece to add to your...

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1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Pink Wool Skirt Suit Floral Soutache Embroidery US 2 UK 6
Vintage 1940's Pink Wool Skirt Suit Floral Soutache Embroidery US 2 UK 6

Vintage 1940's Pink Wool Skirt Suit Floral Soutache Embroidery US 2 UK 6

Located in Nashville, TN

A true masterpiece of its time, this original 1940's blush pink wool suit, embellished with trailing grey toned chenille soutache in a floral design, is the perfect addition to your ...

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1940s Clothing

1940's Surrealist Black Silk Crepon Jacket with Painted Ribbon Bow Print
1940's Surrealist Black Silk Crepon Jacket with Painted Ribbon Bow Print

1940's Surrealist Black Silk Crepon Jacket with Painted Ribbon Bow Print

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A truly exquisite late 1930's to early 1940's lightweight stroller jacket with adorable ribbon bow motif. Deliciously textured black silk crepon makes up the exterior with whimsical ...

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American 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940s Blue Polkadot Cotton Day Dress US 0 UK 4
Vintage 1940s Blue Polkadot Cotton Day Dress US 0 UK 4

Vintage 1940s Blue Polkadot Cotton Day Dress US 0 UK 4

Located in Nashville, TN

This darling 1940's French Blue cotton day dress, with a pattern of embroidered white polkadots and delicate lace details, is just the piece to add to your seasonal vintage collectio...

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1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Pink Cocktail Dress Rhinestone Silk Dress UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1940's Pink Cocktail Dress Rhinestone Silk Dress UK 10 US 6

Vintage 1940's Pink Cocktail Dress Rhinestone Silk Dress UK 10 US 6

Located in Nashville, TN

A beauty in blush. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with scattered claw set silver rhinestones, is the perfect piece to add to your vintage collection. The V shap...

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1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Skirt Suit Brown Peplum Draped Pleated Suit US 6 UK 10
Vintage 1940's Skirt Suit Brown Peplum Draped Pleated Suit US 6 UK 10

Vintage 1940's Skirt Suit Brown Peplum Draped Pleated Suit US 6 UK 10

Located in Nashville, TN

A true masterpiece of its time, this original 1940's chestnut brown crepe silk skirt suit, with Bordeaux blue buttons, is the perfect addition to your tailored vintage wardrobe. T...

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1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Ivory Silk Rayon Robe Lace Smocking Stitches US 6-8 UK 10-12
Vintage 1940's Ivory Silk Rayon Robe Lace Smocking Stitches US 6-8 UK 10-12

Vintage 1940's Ivory Silk Rayon Robe Lace Smocking Stitches US 6-8 UK 10-12

Located in Nashville, TN

This elegant 1940's ivory rayon satin robe, accented by smocking stitch details and lace accents, is just the piece to welcome to your lingerie collection. The rounded neckline is...

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1940s Clothing

1940s Lilli Ann Silk Jacket with Elaborate Detail
1940s Lilli Ann Silk Jacket with Elaborate Detail

1940s Lilli Ann Silk Jacket with Elaborate Detail

By Lilli Ann

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous beige and grey silk and wool fitted 1940's jacket from Lilli Ann. The double breasted jacket has a winged front collar, long sleeves with fold back cuffs and front self c...

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American 1940s Clothing

Party Lines by Domb 1940s Brown Plaid Taffeta Drop-Waist Party Gown
Party Lines by Domb 1940s Brown Plaid Taffeta Drop-Waist Party Gown

Party Lines by Domb 1940s Brown Plaid Taffeta Drop-Waist Party Gown

By Emma Domb

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

Party gown in brown plaid taffeta, c. 1940s, by Party Lines by Domb — the early California label of Emma Domb. - Brown taffeta with plaid windowpane pattern; warm brown base with cr...

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American 1940s Clothing

Spectacular Irene Lentz Vintage 1940s 40s Gray Wool Blazer Jacket
Spectacular Irene Lentz Vintage 1940s 40s Gray Wool Blazer Jacket

Spectacular Irene Lentz Vintage 1940s 40s Gray Wool Blazer Jacket

By Irene Lentz, Irene

Located in Sparks, NV

Absolutely spectacular Irene Lentz vintage jacket from the 1940s. Pristine couture tailoring with buttons that get smaller towards the middle of the jacket. Darling yellow lining. A ...

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American 1940s Clothing

Pale pink satin deshabillé with lace on the sleeve edge
Pale pink satin deshabillé with lace on the sleeve edge

Pale pink satin deshabillé with lace on the sleeve edge

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Pale pink satin deshabillé with lace on the sleeve edge and belt. Snap closure on the middle front + one ribbon inside SIZE L

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Unknown 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10
Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10

Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly enchanting 1940's crepe silk gown, rendered in the most vibrant shade of vermilion red and embellished with gold lamé soutache embroidery surrounding floral beadwork in sh...

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1940s Clothing

Orientalist Evening Fancy Jacket in Embroidered Sequin and Silk Satin Circa 1940
Orientalist Evening Fancy Jacket in Embroidered Sequin and Silk Satin Circa 1940

Orientalist Evening Fancy Jacket in Embroidered Sequin and Silk Satin Circa 1940

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1940 France Orientalist Fancy evening jacket or costume dating from the 1940s / 1950s. Yellow-green silk satin embroidered with golden sequins and appliqués of cords in golden ...

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French 1940s Clothing

1940s Vintage Flora Originals Women's Black Crepe Dress with Accents
1940s Vintage Flora Originals Women's Black Crepe Dress with Accents

1940s Vintage Flora Originals Women's Black Crepe Dress with Accents

Located in Port Hope, ON

Black crepe top and bronze and gold metallic rayon or acetate make up this lovely dress. The metallic pattern is also replicated on the short sleeve cuffs with bows and the two butto...

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American 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940s Women's Lavender Cotton Day Dress with Embroidered Skirt
Vintage 1940s Women's Lavender Cotton Day Dress with Embroidered Skirt

Vintage 1940s Women's Lavender Cotton Day Dress with Embroidered Skirt

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

1940’s day dress; lavender bodice with embroidered cream border skirt. • Lavender lightweight bodice; sleeveless with wide structured square shoulders • V-neckline with small pointe...

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American 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Silk Tiered Wildflower Print Gown UK 12 US 8
Vintage 1940's Silk Tiered Wildflower Print Gown UK 12 US 8

Vintage 1940's Silk Tiered Wildflower Print Gown UK 12 US 8

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the darkest shade of black crepe silk, with a brightly coloured watercolour style floral pattern of wild flowers and tulips, this original 1940's tiered gown, is sure to ...

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1940s Clothing

Silk mohair worsted skirt-suit with pleated sleeves Lilli Ann of San Francisco
Silk mohair worsted skirt-suit with pleated sleeves Lilli Ann of San Francisco

Silk mohair worsted skirt-suit with pleated sleeves Lilli Ann of San Francisco

By Lilli Ann

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Silk mohair worsted skirt-suit with pleated sleeves. Fabric button and buttonhole in the middle front. Bow with rhinestone buckle on the top of each sleeves. Shoulder-pads. Acetate o...

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American 1940s Clothing

Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress
Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress

Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress with belt in the same fabric. Pink rayon lining and zip on the left side. Small bow in the same fabric on the bust. SIZE XS

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European 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Cream Floral Lace Day Dress US 4 UK 8
Vintage 1940's Cream Floral Lace Day Dress US 4 UK 8

Vintage 1940's Cream Floral Lace Day Dress US 4 UK 8

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the softest shade of cream floral lace, overlaid over pale blue rayon lining, this original late 1940's dress is a timeless piece to add to your collection. The rounded...

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1940s Clothing

1940s Moire Opera Coat
1940s Moire Opera Coat

1940s Moire Opera Coat

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black moire full length opera coat. It has 15 round self covered buttons and loops closing up the front and an A line skirt portion. It is line...

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Unknown 1940s Clothing

1940's Black Rayon Soufflé Gown with Gold Sequins
1940's Black Rayon Soufflé Gown with Gold Sequins

1940's Black Rayon Soufflé Gown with Gold Sequins

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Perfect for dancing! Divine 1940's gown in black rayon soufflé. Designed with a full, sweeping skirt, bishop sleeves, and a banded waist and neckline adorned with metallic sequins. W...

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American 1940s Clothing

Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress
Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress

Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress

Located in Paris, FR

Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on back sleeves, bias cut with many tailoring details, maxi length. In good vinta...

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French 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Navy Blue Silk Suzy Perette Dress UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1940's Navy Blue Silk Suzy Perette Dress UK 10 US 6

Vintage 1940's Navy Blue Silk Suzy Perette Dress UK 10 US 6

By Suzy Perette

Located in Nashville, TN

An iconic silhouette to behold, this original early 1950's Suzy Perette navvy blue silk faille dress, is just the piece to welcome to your vintage collection. The elegant shawl cut...

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1940s Clothing

Wool Gabardine 1940's Jacket with Beaded Capelet
Wool Gabardine 1940's Jacket with Beaded Capelet

Wool Gabardine 1940's Jacket with Beaded Capelet

Located in New York, NY

Attractive Wool Gabardine 1940's Jacket with Beaded Capelet in deep navy with aurora purple bugle bead swirl beading on attached capelet. 3 self covere...

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American 1940s Clothing

Amazing 1940s Botanical Asian Inspired Paisley Cotton + Linen 40s Maxi Dress
Amazing 1940s Botanical Asian Inspired Paisley Cotton + Linen 40s Maxi Dress

Amazing 1940s Botanical Asian Inspired Paisley Cotton + Linen 40s Maxi Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing vintage 1940s Botanical Asian inspired linen and cotton maxi dress! Features vibrant colors of red, green, yellow, black and beige. Full metal zipper up the front to control ...

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American 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's violet blue crepe silk beaded dress 1940s silk dress UK 8 US 4
Vintage 1940's violet blue crepe silk beaded dress 1940s silk dress UK 8 US 4

Vintage 1940's violet blue crepe silk beaded dress 1940s silk dress UK 8 US 4

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly enchanting 1940's violet blue crepe silk dress, embellished with royal blue glass bugle beads, in a trailing swirl pattern with leaf design details, is the perfect show st...

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1940s Clothing

Lilli Ann New 1940s Asymmetric Neckline Silk Dress
Lilli Ann New 1940s Asymmetric Neckline Silk Dress

Lilli Ann New 1940s Asymmetric Neckline Silk Dress

By Lilli Ann

Located in Water Mill, NY

A rare unworn 1940s dress in purple silk from Lilli Ann. It has an asymmetrical front neckline with a V in back, short sleeves and a straight skirt with a back kick pleat. The dres...

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American 1940s Clothing

1940s Demi Couture Navy Blue + Pale Pink Short Sleeve 40s Vintage Gown / Dress
1940s Demi Couture Navy Blue + Pale Pink Short Sleeve 40s Vintage Gown / Dress

1940s Demi Couture Navy Blue + Pale Pink Short Sleeve 40s Vintage Gown / Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage 1940s demi couture navy blue and light pink short sleeve crepe gown! Features a gathered sweetheart neckline with pale pink lace above the bust. Pale pink ruffle al...

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1940s Clothing

1940s Peach Ruffle Necked Slip Style Evening Gown
1940s Peach Ruffle Necked Slip Style Evening Gown

1940s Peach Ruffle Necked Slip Style Evening Gown

Located in London, GB

A stunning soft peach silk gown in exceptional condition from the 1940s. The dress has thin straps, with two layers of frills on the front and back of the neck. It opens with poppers...

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1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Silk Dress Illusion Neckline Rose Sequin Dress UK 8-10 US 4-6
Vintage 1940's Silk Dress Illusion Neckline Rose Sequin Dress UK 8-10 US 4-6

Vintage 1940's Silk Dress Illusion Neckline Rose Sequin Dress UK 8-10 US 4-6

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly enchanting 1940's black crepe silk dress, embellished with pink sequins and green and yellow glass beads in a trailing and scattered rose design, is the perfect show stopp...

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1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940s yellow pinstripe cotton button down blouse rhinestones US 4-6 UK 8
Vintage 1940s yellow pinstripe cotton button down blouse rhinestones US 4-6 UK 8

Vintage 1940s yellow pinstripe cotton button down blouse rhinestones US 4-6 UK 8

Located in Nashville, TN

A timeless classic rendered in the softest of cotton, this original 1940s button down blouse is just the piece to add to your everyday wardrobe. The rounded neckline is framed by a...

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American 1940s Clothing

Art Deco Silk Chiffon Smocked Ensemble
Art Deco Silk Chiffon Smocked Ensemble

Art Deco Silk Chiffon Smocked Ensemble

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Shell Pink Silk Chiffon Smocked Ensemble almost completely handmade of French origin. This ensemble is 95% hand made, with even all the edges hand embroidered with scalloped...

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French 1940s Clothing

1940s Silk Dress with Applique Flowers
1940s Silk Dress with Applique Flowers

1940s Silk Dress with Applique Flowers

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous little black silk 1940s dress. It has a V neckline, elbow length sleeves, shoulder pads and a front peplum on the A line skirt. The bodice front has 2 self covered buttons and bound buttonholes. The incredible detail includes dozens of intricately constructed individually finished matching applique fabric...

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American 1940s Clothing

A French Evening Dress in Artificial silk fibrane - Early 1940s
A French Evening Dress in Artificial silk fibrane - Early 1940s

A French Evening Dress in Artificial silk fibrane - Early 1940s

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1940. France Evening dress in pink purple and yellow gold artificial silk fibrane from the 1940s. Heavy and very fine fabric with an excellent "drop", slightly stretchy and ele...

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French 1940s Clothing

Rare 1940s Ermine Summer Fur Luxurious Honey Brown Jacket Coat Scalloped Edges
Rare 1940s Ermine Summer Fur Luxurious Honey Brown Jacket Coat Scalloped Edges

Rare 1940s Ermine Summer Fur Luxurious Honey Brown Jacket Coat Scalloped Edges

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful and hard to find summer ermine fur (cousin to th mink) jacket coat! Ermines are white during the winter months (to blend in with the snow), and transform into this beautifu...

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1940s Clothing

Velvet burgundy Robe with thread embroideries and flower lining Circa 1940's
Velvet burgundy Robe with thread embroideries and flower lining Circa 1940's

Velvet burgundy Robe with thread embroideries and flower lining Circa 1940's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Velvet burgundy Robe with thread embroideries and satin flower lining. Button covered with fabric closure on the middle front . Shoulder pad. Top-stitched. SIZE M

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1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Cream Wool Gold Embroidery Beaded Cape Soutache UK 8-12 US 4-8
Vintage 1940's Cream Wool Gold Embroidery Beaded Cape Soutache UK 8-12 US 4-8

Vintage 1940's Cream Wool Gold Embroidery Beaded Cape Soutache UK 8-12 US 4-8

Located in Nashville, TN

The most majestic and eye-catching cape you could ever set your eyes upon. Rendered in a soft shade of cream wool and decorated with gold metal thread embroidery in a trailing foliag...

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1940s Clothing

1940s Davidson's Madeleine Skirt Suit with Elaborate Button Detail
1940s Davidson's Madeleine Skirt Suit with Elaborate Button Detail

1940s Davidson's Madeleine Skirt Suit with Elaborate Button Detail

Located in Water Mill, NY

An incredible 1940s suit from Davidson's Madeleine label in a pale yellow and black fine wool small hounds tooth check pattern. The long sleeve single breasted jacket has a lapel collar, princess seams and elaborate pockets with self covered buttons and functional button holes matching the center front along their sides. In addition to the abundant front detail, the jacket back has zig zag waist seaming and a vent. Stunning! The midi length skirt...

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American 1940s Clothing

Antique Red Velvet Efe Zeybek Jacket Turkish Vest with Gold Embroidery
Antique Red Velvet Efe Zeybek Jacket Turkish Vest with Gold Embroidery

Antique Red Velvet Efe Zeybek Jacket Turkish Vest with Gold Embroidery

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Early 20th child Middle Eastern Efe Zeybek Jacket. Kid Efe Zeybek Costume Turkish authentic ethnic vest. Dark brown red velvet with gold foliates and gold trim. Open sleeves, red cotton lining. Antique collector red velvet jacket with gold Middle Eastern Moorish style embroidery. Small tiny Turkish antique vest...

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Turkish 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Silk Brocade Jacket Original 1940's Chinoiserie Jacket UK 14-16
Vintage 1940's Silk Brocade Jacket Original 1940's Chinoiserie Jacket UK 14-16

Vintage 1940's Silk Brocade Jacket Original 1940's Chinoiserie Jacket UK 14-16

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the most incredible silk brocade, depicting abstract hand fans surrounded by flora and fauna, in a palette of terracotta, golds, greens, oranges and blue set against a ch...

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1940s Clothing

1940s Chiapas Black Net Maxi-Skirt with Heavy Floral Embroidery
1940s Chiapas Black Net Maxi-Skirt with Heavy Floral Embroidery

1940s Chiapas Black Net Maxi-Skirt with Heavy Floral Embroidery

Located in London, GB

A very fine and original Mexican Chiapas skirt hand embroidered in the 1940s. Part of the typical dancing costume of the Chiapas region in southern Mexico during this era, this weigh...

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Mexican 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940s Apple Print Dress
Vintage 1940s Apple Print Dress

Vintage 1940s Apple Print Dress

Located in London, GB

A pretty Summer dress from the 1940s. The dress has an interesting double collar and button detail on the front. It has a side zip opening, short s...

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Unknown 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Ivory Silk Brocade Loungewear Set 1940s Silk Suit UK 4 US 0
Vintage 1940's Ivory Silk Brocade Loungewear Set 1940s Silk Suit UK 4 US 0

Vintage 1940's Ivory Silk Brocade Loungewear Set 1940s Silk Suit UK 4 US 0

Located in Nashville, TN

A rare piece to behold, this original 1940's ivory silk brocade loungewear set, accented by a floral silk pattern and comprised of a blouse and trousers, is the perfect ensemble to a...

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1940s Clothing

1940's Printed Draped Silk One Shoulder Gown
1940's Printed Draped Silk One Shoulder Gown

1940's Printed Draped Silk One Shoulder Gown

Located in New York, NY

Elegant 1940's Draped Silk Crepe One Shoulder Gown with ruffled scarf. Draped bodice extends into shoulder with bralette stitched inside for support. Full skirt with panels at each s...

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American 1940s Clothing

Schiaparelli-Inspired Sapphire Silk Velvet Bead and Pearl Peplum Suit - S, 1940s
Schiaparelli-Inspired Sapphire Silk Velvet Bead and Pearl Peplum Suit - S, 1940s

Schiaparelli-Inspired Sapphire Silk Velvet Bead and Pearl Peplum Suit - S, 1940s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Although it bears no label, this suit betrays all the hallmarks of a Schiaparelli master work: saturated color, silk velvet fabric (her favorite), sharp shoulders paired with curving...

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Unknown 1940s Clothing

Black Monkey Fur Coat circa 1940s
Black Monkey Fur Coat circa 1940s

Black Monkey Fur Coat circa 1940s

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Black Monkey Fur Coat from the circa 1940s is a striking and luxurious vintage piece that exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. Crafted from silky monkey fur, the coat feature...

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