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Period: 1940s
Pale blue night gown with lace edge CiRCA 1940's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale blue night gown with lace edge. No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Ribbon belt on the waist. Small drag: Total lenght middle front= 150cm Total lenght middle back= 1...
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Unknown 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's sequin jacket 1940s floral sequin black blazer UK 8-10 US 4-6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly captivating 1940's black rayon jacket, embellished with a pattern of sequin scattered flowers and leaves in shades of purple, green, gold, pink and blue, is just the perfe...
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1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940s Cream Crepe Silk Dress 1940 Beaded Mandarin Collar Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This elegant 1940's cream crepe silk dress, accented by cream and black embroidered soutache which is in turn embellished with white rocailles beaded tassels, is the perfect piece f...
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1940s Clothing

1940's 'Jewel' Colored Floral Silk Dress
Located in Sharon, CT
'Jewel Colored' print, silk crepe long -nearly floor length evening dress. V yoke in front. Dress appears to be custom hand sewn and pieced in 'couture' manner. Very slim bodice t...
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1940s Clothing

Pale pink silk panty with lace edge Circa 1940's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink silk panty with lace edge. Elastic waist band. SIZE S/M
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French 1940s Clothing

Edna Vilm Top with Waterfall Back and Skirt 1940s
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful elaborately detailed top and skirt from notable 1940s American designer Edna Vilm. It consists of a hip length long sleeve top with with zipper cuffs, a V neck, padded s...
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American 1940s Clothing

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

Dragon Embroidered Kimono
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Dragon Embroidered Kimono in ivory silk broadcloth with elaborately hand embroidered blue silk ombre on back. Self belt. 1940's.
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Japanese 1940s Clothing

1940s Black Lace & Satin Side Button Embroidered Elaine Tap Pants
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1940s black lace & satin side button embroidered for, Elaine, tap pants. Beautiful black lace tap pants sit high on the waist and close at the side with a black satin placket and tin...
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American 1940s Clothing

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

Mainbocher Black Tassel Embellished Mid Length Skirt, 1940s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Stunning 1940s Mainbocher Inc black skirt in a lightweight fabric (seems like a light wool crepe) with a plethora of tassels in a chevron pattern at front waist. Side zip with snaps ...
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American 1940s Clothing

Large Size 1940s Silver Grey and Black Silk + Velvet Flower 40s Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1940s silver and black silk and velvet dress! Little flowers printed throughout. Fitted bodice, with a forgiving full skirt. Black silk velvet portrait collar, with 13 blac...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940s Navy Blue Sleek Deco Style Vintage 40s Princess Jacket Coat w/ Pockets
Located in San Diego, CA
Sleek mid 1940s navy blue soft wool deco style jacket coat! Features a fitted bodice with a generous bottom. Royal blue and ivory color blocked buttons up the front, with small brass...
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American 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Burgundy Corduroy Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This wonderful 1940's dress rendered in a deep shade of Bordeaux corduroy, is just the piece to welcome to your seasonal wardrobe. The slim V shaped neckline is framed by a simple ...
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1940's Retro Knit Peplum Jacket
Located in New York, NY
Unusual multi peplum jacket from the 1940's. Large extended shoulders and constructed of an unusual reverse loop knit fabrication. The decoration is heav...
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American 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Pink Silk Evening Dress Beaded Pearl Floral Dress UK 8 Us 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A beauty to behold. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with trailing silk threaded soutache embroidery depicting blossoming flowers, surrounded by pearlescent beaded d...
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Unknown 1940s Clothing

1940s Flora Originals Dress
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

1940s Lilli Ann Silk Jacket with Elaborate Detail
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

Vintage 1940s dark green silk brocade beaded jacket blazer UK 8-10 US 4-6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This beautifully tailored 1940's secret garden green silk brocade jacket, with a village scene pattern which is accented by bronzed coloured beadwork along the lapels and mock pocket...
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A Couture Evening dress by Maison Paquin/Antonio Del Castillo - France C. 1949
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1949 France Haute Couture evening dress in chocolate brown stretch silk jersey by the famous Maison Jeanne Paquin, 3 Rue de la Paix, Paris, directed by Antonio Del Castillo a...
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French 1940s Clothing

Maggy Rouff numbered Skirt-suit Circa 1940
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
numbered Skirt-suit in wool with thin stripes
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1940s Clothing

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 Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves
Located in Sparks, NV
Flattering vintage 1940s cocktail dress in black velvet with a draped collar and 3/4 length sleeves. Unlined with side metal zip closure. Fits l...
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American 1940s Clothing

Custom-Made 1947 Pinstripe Black Wool Dandy Style Men's Wear 3-Piece Suit
Located in Gresham, OR
Custom-Made 1947 Deep Blue-Black Pinstripe Wool Dandy Style Men's Wear 3-Piece Suit: A fantastic vintage wool suit, perfect for tailoring to your c...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940s Stunning Gray on Gray Mitered Chalk Striped Jacket w Graphic Detailing
Located in Gresham, OR
1940s Stunning Gray on Gray Mitered Chalk Striped Jacket w Graphic Detailing: This is an exquisite example of iconic 1940s suiting style exemplified by Rosalind Russell et al. Expe...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940'S Burgundy & Black Acetate Plaid Full Ballroom Skirt Gown With Victorian R
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Burgundy & Black Acetate Plaid Full Ballroom Skirt Gown With Victorian Revival Bustle
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1940s Clothing

1940s Davidson's Madeleine 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

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

Rare 1948 Jacques Fath Beaded Chantilly Lace Dress Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French designer, Jacques Fath has been called the "Couturier's Couturier" and was considered one of the greatest couturiers of the 1950's. He was known for his outstanding opulent hi...
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1940s Clothing

1940S Peach Silk Romper Slip
Located in New York, NY
1940S Peach Silk Romper Slip MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating as far back as a century. Each piece is selected wit...
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1940s Clothing

1940s Black Cocktail Dress with Cap Sleaves
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress with a layered skirt and cap sleaves. The dress opens with fabric covered buttons at the front , and has an attractive stitched collar.
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Unknown 1940s Clothing

Minimalist Ivory Lacquered Satin Ankle Length Sweetheart Wedding Gown – M, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
When wartime rationing abbreviated garment lengths, brides used intricate seams and sharp tailoring to create interest in favor of volume. This shimmering example incorporates a scalloped waist seam and military shoulders to create a simple but striking gown emblematic of its time. Ivory wedding...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940S Black Bias Cut Rayon Chiffon And Lace Cap Sleeve Negligee
Located in New York, NY
1940S Black Bias Cut Rayon Chiffon And Lace Cap Sleeve Negligee
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Black wool skirt-suit with jewlerry buttons and cut-work Lilli Ann
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool skirt-suit with jewlery rhinestone buttons and cut-work. Rayon lining. Thick Shoulder-pads. Fake pockets. Godets on the bottom back of the jacket. Pleated satin details o...
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American 1940s Clothing

Little black dress with embroidered ears of wheat - France Circa 1945
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1943- 1945 France Interesting little black dress with embroidered white ears of wheat, unmarked and dating from the end of the Second World War. Strapless dress in black crep...
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French 1940s Clothing

Charming Ivory Slip Dress, 18th Century Courtesan Embroideries
Located in New York, NY
Charming and unusual Ivory Slip Dress with Courtesan Embroideries from the 1940's. Elaborate 18th Century dancing courtesans in satin are hand embroid...
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1940s Clothing

WWII US Navy Military-Issue Kersey Wool Pea Coat - US 36-38 / Men's Small, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Like its cousin the trench coat, the pea coat enjoys military origins but its style and practicality have made it a civilian wardrobe staple. Slimmer in cut than its modern counterpa...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940s White Satin Wedding Dress with Train
Located in London, GB
This enchanting 1940s satin wedding gown was retailed by “Bourne & Hollingsworth” and refers to the luxury department store that used to sit on Oxford Street in central London. The o...
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British 1940s Clothing

Silk, chiffon bustier evening dress with print and scarf Mac Wise 1940's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk, chiffon bustier evening dress with brown and black abstract print and scarf. Zip in the middle back. Ivory crêpe lining. Boned on the side of the bust and middle front. SIZE S
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American 1940s Clothing

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 vintage c...
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French 1940s Clothing

Vintage Peach Satin Cami Nickers
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage peach satin cami nickers with tie detail on front and spagetti straps.
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Unknown 1940s Clothing

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

White Floral Print Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Robe
Located in New York, NY
White Floral Print Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Robe MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating a...
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1940s Clothing

1940S Cream Bias Cut Silk Crepe De Chine Slip With Lace Detail At Top And Bottom
Located in New York, NY
1940S Cream Bias Cut Silk Crepe De Chine Slip With Lace Detail At Top And Bottom
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1940s Clothing

Spectacular 1940s Film Noir Gold/Black Checked Sateen Cocktail Dress w Hip Drape
Located in Gresham, OR
Spectacular 1940s Film Noir Gold/Black Checked Sateen Cocktail Dress w Hip Drapes: A Barbara Stanwyck-worthy cocktail dress in high 1940s style, completely covered yet supremely sexy...
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American 1940s Clothing

Vintage Early 1940's Crimson Red Satin Evening Dress UK 10-12 US 6-8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This breathtaking early 1940's crimson satin dress, rendered in a full circle cut and tailored to perfection, is the perfect piece for that special occasion. The V shaped neckline...
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1940s Clothing

1940S Baby Blue Bias Cut Rayon Crepe De Chine Slip Dress With Lace Trim
Located in New York, NY
1940S Baby Blue Bias Cut Rayon Crepe De Chine Slip Dress With Lace Trim
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1940s Clothing

1940S ARMANDE PARIS Chocolate Brown Satin, Lace Deadstock Long Line Bra
Located in New York, NY
1940S ARMANDE PARIS Chocolate Brown Satin, Lace Deadstock Long Line Bra
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1940s Clothing

Grey and yellow striped wool day dress - France Circa 1945
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1945-1950 France An early day dress in grey and yellow striped woven woolen cloth dating from the end of the Second World War.  Tight-fitting dress...
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French 1940s Clothing

Hand Made Celadon Georgette and Lace Tap Panties with Bow Detail, Saks–S, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Longing for a more elegant sleepwear alternative to cotton shorts? Hearken back to the 1940s, when gals wore tap panties: equally as roomy and comfortable as boxers, silk tap panties...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940's JACQUES FATH navy blue satin coat dress
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare navy satin coat dress designed by Jacques Fath for Joseph Halpert dating to the 1940's. Best fits a size 4. Approximate measurements: should...
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American 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Cream Satin Brocade Evening Coat Opera Coat UK 10-14 US 6-10
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly mesmerising 1940's evening coat, rendered in a cream satin brocade with a delicate trailing floral pattern, is the perfect addition to your evening wardrobe. The V shape...
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1940s Clothing

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

1940S Mint Blue Bias Cut Negligee With Pink Lace And Bows
Located in New York, NY
Couture Construction Entirely Stitched by Hand 1940S Mint Blue Bias Cut Negligee With Pink Lace And Bows
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1940s Clothing

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 elec...
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French 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940's Coral Floral Blouse 1940's floral Shirt UK 12-14 US 8-10
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This 1940's bright floral blouse, in a palette of coral pink, chartreuse green, organ, and purple with black linear accents set against a white background, is the perfect piece to a...
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1940s Clothing

A French Powder Pink Crepe Satin Ceremonial Dress Circa 1940
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940 France A Collectible Long dress for evening or ceremony in Fibrane, a reversible matte and satin crepe in artificial fibre, in a subtle powder pink colour, dating from the 1940s. Long puffed sleeves with fine shoulder pleats, square neckline and cut-out effect at the waist. Yellow bakelite buckle...
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French 1940s Clothing

Rare 1940s Novelty Asian Print Avant Garde Silk Strong Shoulder Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage mid 40s novelty Asian print strong shoulder silk dress! Features a warm marigold yellow color. Prints in red, green, blue, orange and ivory throughout. Metal zipper at t...
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1940s Clothing

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