1940s Clothing

1940S Oyster Grey Acetate Satin Draped Evening Gown With Back Bustle Detail

Late 1940s Nat Tuman Cobalt Blue Rayon "Gondola" Print Day Dress w Full Hemline: Ruched form-fitting bodice with covered buttons down center front. Side zipper. Tie gathered shoulder...

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...

Introducing the 1940s Floral Motif Beaded Sheer Gown – a stunning masterpiece that transports you back to the glamour and elegance of a bygone era. This long-sleeved ivory-colored sh...

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...

An absolutely stunning and highly coveted metallic gold embroidered and beaded black rayon crepe hourglass gown dating back to the 1940's Old Hollywood era of glamour. The bodice has...

Original cold rayon novelty feather print wrap dress dating to the 1940s. It is in really vibrant colours of orange, yellow and blue against a black background and is a combination o...

This 1940s black wiggle dress is a fantastic example of early rayon jersey. It is of superb quality and is likely a high-end American made department store piece. It features ¾ leng...

This lovely 1940s vintage rayon playsuit is a rare find and designed to fit a pre or young teen. Of particular note is the magnificent novelty print depicting Roman warriors, chariot...

This superb and original 1940s silk peplum floor length dress is crafted from an exceptionally high-quality silk fabric with crepe accents. It has capped sleeves and a square necklin...

JO NAPOT KIVANOK! Here I am offering a beautiful Hungarian hand-embroidered wedding skirt from the early 1950s. This original piece features a full, pleated skirt that is open at th...

Circa 1935/1940 France Astonishing indoor or evening coat dress in pink purple and yellow gold synthetic fibranne from the 1940s. Heavy and very fine fabric with an excellent "drop"...

Sparkling gowns from the early 1940's era are perennial favorites and this French couture showstopper is breathtaking. The garment's simple fluid structur...

This is such a stunning and ethereal Ceil Chapman full-length garden gown dating back to the mid 1940's. Perfect for any upcoming wedding or daytime party; you can't help but feel fe...

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...

An absolutely beautiful and very rare night gown by Heavenly Fischer from the 1940's. Perfect to wear either out in an evening with a pair of high heels/ flat sandals or as a night g...

Black night gown with lace insert and satin flower in the middle front. No fabric tag, probably nylon. SIZE M

1940s Abercrombie & Fitch Crimson Red Wool Blanket Coat 1940s Abercrombie & Fitch Crimson Red Wool Blanket Coat, with metal front zipper and zip up ...

Circa 1940 France Sculptural silver lamé evening dress with a large oval neckline and small kimono sleeves by Lucile Manguin, member of the French haute couture union and daughter of the painter Fauve, dated 1938 - 1942. Amazing work of quilting with boutissé strands following the bust and flaring out at the bottom in accordion pleats. Provenance: Drouot sale "La mode dans l'art, modernité d'hier" Françoise Auguet, 9 June 1993, lot 160. From accession Musée de France, Institut Mode Méditerranée Maryline Vigouroux of February 11, 2021, study Cornette de Saint Cyr (Unique case in France). The silver lamé has some traces of oxidation. The general structural condition remains very good. Museum or collection piece, not wearable today. Dimensions: Equivalent size 38 France. Member of the Chambre syndicale de la Haute Couture française, Lucile Manguin, daughter of the famous Impressionist painter, set up her fashion house, in the carré d'or, at 12 Rue François 1er...

We acquired this incredibly beautiful rayon 1940s vintage long skirt from an estate that also had 3 Gilbert Adrian vintage dresses. We would not be sur...

Circa 1930/1950 France Amazing evening or party jacket inspired by Amazone style, in brown silk satin with gold stylized patterns in volutes, feathers and panaches. This is a reuse of an older dress...

as-is some minor spots & stains 1940S Grey & Pink Rayon Crepe Atomic Print Dress

1940S Brown Leather Distressed Zipper Front Jacket

A highly coveted and incredibly glamorous Irene Lentz custom couture candlelight cream gown dating back to the late 1940's. Irene Lentz stunned the world in the 1930's, 40's and 50's with her ingeniously constructed, sophisticated, couture-standard garments. After charming Los Angeles society and celestial celebrities with her jaw-dropping custom work at Bullock’s Wilshire, the designer was plucked to helm the illustrious glamour factory of stunning costumes at MGM Studios. The two time Academy Award nominated Irene is best known for her work with Silver Screen Legends Marlene Dietrich, Ingrid Bergman, Lana Turner, Ginger Rogers, and Doris Day. Desiring to offer her designs to women off the screen, she founded the manufacturing company Irene, Inc. with investment support from twenty-five of the nation’s leading department stores. This magnificent candlelight cream silk satin strapless bustier gown...

A gorgeous black silk 1940's maxi dress with an interesting interplay of demure and sexy. It has a small peter pan collar and puff short sleeves. The bodice is semi fitted- plain in...

Ethereal late 1940's Saks Fifth Avenue creme goddess gown from the Old Hollywood era of glamour. This stunning silk-chiffon garment has so much couture detail, you can tell it was made with expert devotion. The boned sweetheart plunge bodice is hand-pleated and hand-stitched into place with a unique asymmetric one-shoulder draped train. As pictured, there are a few different ways you can style the sash. Sparkling white glass-beads and sequins, in a gorgeous vine motif, cascade down the front. I love the hourglass nipped-waist which flows into a beautiful full sweep. Truly, this gown would have taken days to finish. A pure work of art and a study in dressmaking technique which reminds me of the famous Jean Desses. Breathtaking and timeless; I totally imagine this gliding down the red carpet! Measurements Bust: 35-36 inches Waist: 27 inches Hips: Swing Sweep Total Length: 57 inches This vintage Saks Fifth Avenue designer gown...

Printed cotton hostess dress wrap in the front and close with one snap. Belt-loop but no belt. Size M

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...

jersey cocktail dress with pink flowers printed. Gather in the middle front on the bust, ruffles on the hips, zip on the left side. Size M

A headturning vintage skirt suit dating from the 1940s. The suit is in a wonderful print of purple, pink and orange. The skirt is A line, and the jacket has fabric button opening, yo...

1940s Marge Riley Hand Embroidered Western Suit

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...

A beauty to behold. This original 1940's dress, rendered in a cream crepe silk, with a pattern of blooming hibiscus flowers in sunsets shades of reds, oranges and yellows, with green...

This truly breathtaking 1940's black crepe silk CC41 dress, with a hand painted and printed trailing pattern of blue bells and filigree decorative gold stems, is a rare piece to behold and never again find. Her V shaped neckline is framed by a wide pointed collar, decorated with painted accents, Her elegant shoulder line boasts small internal shoulder pads, that set off the 3/4 length sleeves, edged with painted accents just above the cuffs. Her fitted bodice is accented by mock silk covered buttons along the centre front, setting off the cinched in waistline, which can be drawn in along the back of the dress with the matching crepe silk tie. Her elegant skirt drapes from gathered pleats into a tiered panel hemline, decorated with painted accents along the base 2 tiers. Label: CC41 ( this is only apparent along the top of the label) Measurements of the Dress Armpit to Armpit: up to 36 inches Shoulder to Hem: 44.5 inches Waist: up to 26 inches Shoulder to End of Sleeve: 18 inches Hips: 58 inches Shoulder to Shoulder: 15 inches Size: UK 8 US 4 Closures: This dress fastens to the side with 5 press studs Condition: This dress is in near perfect vintage condition. A few very light areas where some of the paint has cracked, or come away. This is no apparent when the dress is being worn, and only noticeable upon close inspection. Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned or hand washed in cool water. Fabric: crepe silk, hand painted some areas printed. Vintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly cared for, they may however have a blemish or two. Here at Willow Hilson...

Phenomenal condition for the age, some areas of soiling however no gross stains nor perspiration wear. The leather is in pretty good shape and is not brittle nor stiff. VERY rare custom made western shirt. 1940'S Green & Gold Rayon Rare Men's Gene Autry Rockabilly Western Cowboy Shirt...

Our 1940's white with sequin embellishment dress is a timeless piece with a classic style. It features cap sleeves, a side zipper, a keyhole back, and 12.5" front slit. The dress is...

This 1940's black crepe evening or cocktail dress has a striking design of embroidered, beaded and lace trimmed fans on the front and back of the dress. Some fans are fully open and...

1940S HOWARD GREER Black Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress With Beaded Shoulder Detail

Navy blue wool skirt suit with top-stitching. Acetate lining. Decorative buttonhole on the top left side of the jacket and at the end of the sleeves. Top-stitched collar and cuffs. ...

Superb French haute couture black silk dress and almost certainly made during or just after WWII - 1939-1947. It has a V-neck collar, with subtle notching, and fastens at the left h...

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...

A nod to the silhouette of Christian Dior's New Look, this incredible velvet skirt set was made in 1947. It was made by designer Lorraine Budny for the brand Sportwhirl, which was founded in 1945 as a "separates house," specializing in pieces a woman could wear both separately and as a set— quite a novelty at the time, as store-bought dresses at all were not all that readily available. It's made of black velvet with felt rose appliqué and beaded embroidery— it actually presents like a dress, but is really two pieces, and each could absolutely be mixed and worn separately (as was the original design concept). The look is so romantic and reminds me of Old Hollywood film stars (with a dash of Snow White). The Vintage 14k Gold Spinel Heart...

1940S Yellow Chiffon Gown With Tiers Of Lace Trim

Pale pink rayon shirt and trouser ensemble. Belt-loop on the pant waist. Size L (shirt) and M (trouser)

Burgundy skirt-suit in wool with jewellery button. Pale pink rayon lining. Cut work and "trompe l'oeil" pocket. SIZE M/L

1940S Nave Blue & White Cotton Voile Embroidered Gown With Sheer Jacket

Pale pink rayon jacquard pyjamas ensemble ( Robe and trouser ) The Robe is wrap and can be close with the fabric belt. Drawstring waist trouser. SIZE 50 (XXXL)

very few tiny spots, no gross soiling, in very condition. 1940S Oyster Grey Wool Gabardine Custom Made Western Shirt With Embroidered Suede Fringe Yoke & Cuffs

Circa 1938-1942 France Wedding dress with long train in champagne-coloured Duchesse satin. Fluid cut with a strapless blouse with a folded collar, ...

Black crêpe jacket with tree leaves embroideries. Buttons are covered with crêpe. Shoulder pads. Crêpe lining and taffetas lining inside sleeves; Buttons on the cuffs as well. SIZE M

This charming 1940s pastel toned shirt dress is in beautiful vintage condition and has a feminine, contemporary aesthetic. The light rayon fabric has an impressionist style novelty print depicting riverside scenes with sailing boats and pasture land in soft grey, pale lilac, jade and turquoise. The calf-length dress is long sleeved with a low plunging wrap over bodice, a wide set lapel collar and forwards facing yolk on the shoulders under which the fabric is gently gathered. It is a loose fitting shift cut with a seam to mark the waistband, and could be worn loose or drawn in with a belt if desired. There is no lining and a zip fastening at the centre reverse. This lovely dress is superbly adaptable and could transform as evening wear with the correct accessories. Would fit up to a US size 8, UK size 12...

Circa 1945-1950 France Marinière day dress in navy blue polyamide fabric inspired by the work of the Maison Henri à la Pensée and dating from the late 1940s. Bustier with asymmetrica...

Rare vintage printed ocelot coat We offer more luxurious fur coats, view our frontstore Details: 2 velvet lined pockets, no buttons Vintage condition Fu...

While the variety and particularity of kimono types can be complex, the cut of a kimono is intentionally simple. Minimal seaming allows the beauty of the fabric to reveal itself unen...

In Great Wearable Condition with a few small holes 1940S Black Rayon Bias Cut With Flower Applique Negligee

1940S Black Bias Cut Nylon With Peek A Boo Negligee

Fabulous vintage evening dress or gown, likely made in the late 40s or early 50s. Made from black taffeta, it features a black scalloped lace hem with lace inserts at the chest and back - so chic! It's got darts at the bodice , a gathered dropped waist and bow details at the shoulder tops, giving it a truly elegant silhouette and fit! It fastens with a metal zipper under the wearer's left arm and has a grosgrain ribbon at the front skirt bottom (photo 5). A chic and elegant vintage dress...

1940S JACQUE FATH Black Haute Couture Rayon & Silk Net Top