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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 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

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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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

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

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

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

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

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

Charming Figural Lips And Love Sayings Printed Blouse
Located in New York, NY
Charming Figural print blouse from the 1940s of pale yellow rayon crepe ground, printed with red pursed lips and various love sayings in different languages....
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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 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

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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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

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

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 Plus Size 20 / 22 Black and White Crepe Rhinestone 40s Dress and Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful hard to find plus size 1940s black and white / ivory striped crepe silk dress and jacket ensemble! Dress features a black and ivory striped collar with rhinestone detail at...
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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

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

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

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

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 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

Black raw silk skirt-suit with beadwork and bubbling sleeves Lilli Ann
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black raw silk ( French import fabric) skirt-suit with beadwork details on collar and bubbling sleeves. Rayon lining. Shoulder-pads. Fabric covered buttons and buttonhole. Buttons an...
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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 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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Black crêpe evening dress with rhinestone and sequin Halle Brothers Co 1940's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black crêpe evening dress with rhinestone and sequin embellishment on a see-through tulle base. Shoulder pad. Hook&eye closure on the middle front. Fabric Belt. Zip closure on the le...
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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

Black double-breasted coat with velvet collar Lilli Ann Circa 1940's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black double-breasted coat with velvet collar and piping. Black satin lining. Pockets on both side. Size M
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American 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

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

Lilli Ann New 1940s Asymmetric Neckline Silk Dress
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 Vintage Asymmetric Beige Silk 2-Piece Jacket + Skirt Women's Suit Ensemble
Located in Sparks, NV
Asymmetric beige silk women's suit from the 1940s. The skirt is unlined with side metal zip and hook closure. 100% silk. Fits like a size small. The waist m...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940's Beaded Crepe and Bias Rope Trimmed Gown
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Beaded Crepe and Self Fabric Bias Rope Trimmed Gown from the 1940's. Beautiful and Unusual design with yards of crepe bias rope used as self trim. A cascade of these ropes tr...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940's Wool Skirt Suit
Located in Geneva, CH
Light blue 1940’s wool skirt suit with rhinestones and studs on the collar and pockets. Fully lined. Note : none rhinestones and studs are missing. ...
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American 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

Vintage 1940's Navy blue crepe silk pleated dress buttons back UK 10 US 6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the most delightful shade of navy blue crepe silk, this original 1940's dress, accented by a cross over feature and button fastenings along the length of the back of the ...
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1940s Clothing

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

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

Chic 1940s Black Duster / Opera Jacket w/ Crochet Details + Scalloped Edges
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful, chic 1940s vintage opera / duster jacket! Jet black color, with scalloped edges, and intricate crochet cut-out details down the center, at sleeve cuffs, and at neck. Embro...
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Hong Kong 1940s Clothing

Rare 1940s Disney Fantasia Centaur Cartoon Silk Rayon 30 x 30 Vintage 40s Scarf
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and collectible 1940s FANTASIA Disney cartoon print silk and rayon scarf! Features the signature cartoon characters from the tale, including centau...
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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 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

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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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

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

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

Vintage 1940's Black Silk Cream Collar Dress Button down Lace collar UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
his darling 1940's black crepe silk dress, accented by a cream floral lace collar, is just the piece to add to your classic vintage collection. The elegant rounded neckline, is fr...
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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

1940s Vintage Couture Silk & Wool Pin Striped Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning vintage 1940's couture suit featuring hand stitched silk lining, highest quality silk and wool blend fabric and an incredibly sleek 1940s silhouette with an asymm...
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French 1940s Clothing

Wool navy blue skirt suit with bubbling sleeves Lilli Ann
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wool navy blue skirt suit with bubbling sleeves. Navy blue rayon ( or acetate) lining. Button covered with fabric and buttonhole. Plastic buttons and buttonhole on cuffs. Shoulder-pa...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940s Full Length Coat with Embroidery
Located in Water Mill, NY
A rare embroidered full length black wool coat from the 1940's. It has a small stand up collar, padded shoulders and long slightly belled sleeves. The embroidery at the neckline and front chest is extraordinary with red flowers and leaves framed in gold thread. The waistline is slightly raised and the coat flares to the hemline. It is fully lined and closes with large hooks...
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American 1940s Clothing

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

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

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

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