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Period: Mid-20th Century
1930S Brown Cream & Pink Silk Lamé Cowl Bias Cut Gown
Located in New York, NY
1930S Brown Cream & Pink Silk Lamé Cowl Bias Cut Gown
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1940's IRENE LENTZ black dress with blouson silk chiffon overlay
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, black ‘film noir’ dress with billowy silk chiffon overlay designed by Irene Lentz dating to the late 1940's. Fabulous cut including a corset with peaks at sides, billowy b...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s British Couture Grey Floral Silk Chiffon Vintage Dress
Located in London, GB
This lovely 1960s vintage couture dress in grey silk chiffon hosts an understated floral print in fuchsia pink, deep ochre and charcoal through...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1930's blue floral silk silver lamé evening gown one shoulder dress UK 8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This mesmerising 1930's midnight blue silk brocade dress with a silver lamé thread accent, is a rare piece to behold The straight cut neckline of the dress is set off by a wonderful single shoulder strap which is elegantly pleated and gathered, draping over the shoulder into a slight sleeve. The wonderful pleats that radiate from the shoulder strap drape into the fitted boned bodice. The cinched in waistline is accented by matching silk pipping. The wonderful drape of the skirt falls from gathered pleats beneath the piped waistband, completing this dress in an iconic 1930's silhouette Label: None Measurements of the Dress Armpit to Armpit: up to 34 inches Shoulder to Hem: 59 inches Waist: up to 26 inches Hips: up to 68 inches Shoulder to Waist: 16 inches Size: UK 8 US 4 Closures: This dress fastens to the side with a 14 inch metal zip and a hook and loop Condition: This dress is in near perfect vintage condition. Some very small scattered holed can be found within the drapes silk of the skirt line, these are not apparent externally and only visible when the dress is looked at from underneath. Some very light colour variation to the silk along the left hand side of the dress, this is light sunlight fading and the silk appears a lighter shade of blue purple in some areas. Very light age marks concealed within the wonderful lamé and brocade drape...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Mermaid Gown and Broiderie Anglaise Jacket 1930s
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk 1930's gown with incredible seaming and lines plus a white broiderie anglaise bolero jacket. The dress skims the body with a front V neckline, sides gathered on...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960 Oscar DeLaRenta Tangerine Silk Brocade Cocktail Dress Ensemble W/Mink Trim
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Oscar De La Renta tangerine silk lame brocade cocktail dress and jacket ensemble: orange silk with silver lame square patterns scattered throughout a tank-style dress trimmed w...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Little black dress inspired by Chanel in crepe and satin Circa 1965
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1965 France Elegant little black dress without label in the style of Chanel and dating from the 1960s. Short dress with buttoning in front and a slightly curved straight cut,...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Lanvin Robin's Egg Blue Splatter Paint Belted Shirt Dress, 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 1960s Lanvin wide collared shirtdress in robin's egg light blue with a blue and pale mint green splatter paint design slightly reminiscent of Jackson Pollock. Button front, r...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

30s Brown Wool Princess Coat with Lamb Fur Embellishment
Located in San Francisco, CA
30s Brown Wool Princess Coat with Lamb Embellishment. Pockets. Fully lined in satin.
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1967 Yellow Silk Lanvin Gown
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Strikingly beautiful yellow silk Lanvin gown from approximately 1967. Gown features a high mandarin like collar in a raspberry red. The two saturated colors compliment each other per...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1930s Bias-Cut Velvet and Lace Dress with Bolero
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1930s bias-cut velvet dress is an absolutely stunning example of 1930s fashion. It is becoming increasingly (very) rare to find these 1930s dresses in this beautiful, we...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Mocha Brown Velvet Dress with Capelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1930s mocha brown velvet sleeveless V neck cocktail dress with 3/4 sleeve capelet/ Jacket with faux fur trim. Perfect for wedding or cocktail party. Belt Fit US size 8
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage Dress and Coat Outfit in Blue and Gold
Located in London, GB
A wonderful vintage outfit for a wedding , bahmitza or other special event. In a pretty blue and gold fabric , the dress has a fabric flower over the bust and a v back line. The coa...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Louis Feraud Haute Couture Boucle Wool + Leather Orange A - Line 60s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 60s LOUIS FERAUD Haute Couture boucle and leather A Line dress ! Features a soft boucle fabric in warm hues or orange, brown, black, tan and ivory throughout. Black...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Christian Dior Little Black Dress w Tucked Bustline and Fitted Waist
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Christian Dior Little Black Sheath Dress w Tucked Bustline and Fitted Waist: Matte black silk faille in a medium weight. Back kick pleat. Back zipper. Fully lined in silk organ...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Psychedelic Printed Bathing/Sun Suit
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late-1960's Psychedelic printed bathing/sun suit with neon pinks, reds, and oranges on polyester jacquard textile. This bathing suit/cover-up features a built...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Gown & Jacket Evening Ensemble No.155782/3
Located in Studio City, CA
Mid-1960's Pierre Balmain haute couture No.155782 gown with a high waist and featuring a brown gathered jersey bodice, a claret colored velvet waistband and an ivory ziberline A-line...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Hand Look Peach Silk Applique Bias Cut Slip 36
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1930s peach silk applique bias cut slip by Hand Look size 36. Cream lace trimmed bodice which is decorated with applique flowers and floral embroidery. Empire bodice with drawn work....
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s 60s Psychedelic Flowers + Paisley Colorful Print Mod Retro A - Line Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 60s psychedelic long sleeve vintage dress! Vibrant bright colors, with paisley and flowers throughout. Slim long sleeves, with a flattering ...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Adele Simpson Vintage ' Leaves + Flowers ' Yellow Colorful Silk 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 50s ADELE SIMPSON yellow silk dress! Flattering wiggle fit, that flatters a variety of shapes and sizes. Features wonderful all over prints of leaves and flowers. V...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Norman Norell Black Satin Dress
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Classic and stunning black silk satin Norman Norell dress from the 1960s. Sleeveless with an oversized folded shawl collar. Fitted through the body with four round fabric covered but...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Pink & Orange Floral Rayon Assymetrical Bias Cut Dress
Located in New York, NY
1930s Rayon Bust : 36in Waist : 30in Hips : 36in Length : 60in
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s John Hogan Crepe Dress w/ Mustard Floral Embroidered Bodice & Cream Skirt
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1960s John Hogan silk chiffon and crepe dress with drop-shoulder and a 1940s vibe: Silk chiffon mustard-color bodice embroidered in pink floral motif. Cream crepe skirt is cut long...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Leonard Kilim Velvet Dress
Located in Paris, FR
1960s Leonard velveteen dress featuring a Kilim print, long sleeves, covered buttons. Estimated size 36fr/ US4/ UK8 We guarantee you will receive this gorgeous item as described and ...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Geoffrey Beene Black Empire Waist Gown
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This Geoffrey Been black gown from the 1960's is feminine and demure with its empire waist and sweet satin bow. Scoop neck, with slight gather at shoulders, long narrow sleeves with ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1960's green paisley beaded Pat Sandler Cocktail dress UK 6 US 2
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A vision to behold, this original 1960's Pat Sandler for Highlights dress, rendered in a wonderful peacock palette silk paisley patterned brocade, and embellished with iridescent gre...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Mink Shrug Jacket Bolero Med- Large Chocolate Brown
Located in Wallkill, NY
Vintage Deep Chocolate Brown Mink Shrug Jacket Bolero. Soft and supple with no issues. Will fit a medium . Measuring up to 36-inch chest with a 6-inch collar, Length is 21 inches dow...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960S Cream Beaded Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Gown With Matching Evening Bolero
Located in New York, NY
1960S Cream Beaded Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Gown With Matching Evening Bolero
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Chinese Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Chocolate Brown Silk Swing Coat
Located in London, GB
This stylish 1950s chocolate brown silk swing coat is smart, chic and in beautiful vintage condition. A high round neckline and neatly tailored shoulders give way to a luxurious volu...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1940S Light Pink Bias Cut Rayon With Applique Negligee Lace Trim And Bow Detail
Located in New York, NY
Couture Construction Entirely Hand Stitched Including the Side Seems and Lace 1940S Light Pink Bias Cut Rayon With Applique Negligee Lace Trim And Bow Detail
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960's PIERRE BALMAIN haute couture silk dress
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare silk haute couture dress with ruching from Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's. Color is a purple-blue shade and the fabric is a delicate silk. Fits a size 4-6. Zips up ce...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Cotton " dancers" printed shirt and skirt ensemble Emilio Pucci Circa 1960's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cotton " dancers" printed shirt and skirt ensemble. Rayon lining inside the wrapped skirt. Branded fabric. Belt-loop on the skirt. SIZE M
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

Fushia satin evening jacket with rhinestone button Cavalli Faenza Circa 1960's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Fushia satin evening jacket with rhinestone button.Shoulder pad. Pocket on both side. Taffeta lining. size XL
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European Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Claire McCardell Blue Silk Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Late 50s Claire McCardell Blue Silk Dress with 3/4 sleeves. Fit size: Small/ 4 Bust : 36”/ Waist :26” / Dress Length : 48 with 2” hem **small faint...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

I.Magnin Tweed Coat
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous I.Magnin 1960/70s overcoat in a wonderful brown and teal color combo tweed. Will be a very in trend silhouette and color for the fall and winter. Excellent condition, loo...
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English Mid-20th Century Clothing

Sleeveless cocktail dress in silver lurex knit Pierre Balmain Les Tricots
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless cocktail dress in silver lurex knit . No fabric composition tag but lining probably acetate or rayon. SIZE L
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French Mid-20th Century 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 Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Teal Traina Lipstick Red Mod Vintage Early 60s Wool Swing Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s TEAL TRAINA by GEOFFREY BEENE lipstick red swing jacket ! Features the perfect lipstick red color with black and gold deco buttons up the front...
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American Mid-20th Century 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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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Jean Desses by IM Bagedonow Floral Skirt Suit, 1950s American Collection
Located in San Francisco, CA
Brown ditsy floral print skirt suit designed by Jean Desses and produced in the U.S. by I.M. Bagedonow. Approximate circa 1953. Jelly bean shaped buttons at front jacket, skirt faste...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960's Geoffrey Beene Black Silk Gown
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Simple and stunning beautiful Geoffrey Beene 1960s gown. Sleeveless with curved seams at the waist that create a full skirt that with beautiful draping. Invisible zipper up the back ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Oscar de la Renta 1960s Black + Burgundy Red Iridescent Sequin Drop Waist Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 60s vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA black and burgundy red long sleeve drop waist dress! Features a Victorian / Renaissance vibe that was very distinct in the late 60s. Features black...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Rare Vintage 1950s Helen Rose Silk Party Dress
Located in New York, NY
This rare vintage 1950s Helen Rose silk party dress is not only the most joyous confection, but a very important piece of fashion history. Helen Ros...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Heavy Black Silk Faille Shirtwaist Circle Dress w Velvet Trim, M-L, late 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A testament to how fine clothes *used* to be made, this immaculate day-to-evening shirtwaist dress boasts impeccable craftsmanship like finished buttonholes, hand finishing and luxur...
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Hong Kong Mid-20th Century Clothing

Carole King Vintage 1950s Green Watercolor Floral Silk 3/4 Sleeves 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1950s 50s rare dress designed by baseball great Leo Durocher's second wife, Grace Dozier Durocher, for CAROLE KING! Luxurious dark green ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Madame Grés Demi-Couture Black Velvet Keyhole Evening Gown Ca. 1960
Located in Studio City, CA
1960's Madame Grés demi-couture black velvet evening gown featuring center front and back keyhole. Separate voluminous taffeta slip skirt. In very good condition - some minor wear to...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Scenery Print & Silk Kimono Overcoat
Located in Geneva, CH
Fabulous museum quality esrly 30s silk kimono overcoat.
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Japanese Mid-20th Century Clothing

Jean Lutece 1960s Vintage Beaded Black Silk Embellished Coat Dress
By Jean Lutece
Located in San Francisco, CA
Jean Lutece vintage 1960s black silk double breasted coat (or coat dress) with black rhinestone and seed bead embellishment at collar and cuffs. Raw silk features natural slubbing th...
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Hong Kong Mid-20th Century Clothing

Wilson Abbott Wilson Folmar 1950 Coral Gold Bead & Sequin Gold Lame Sheath dress
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1950s Coral & gold beads with gold sequins, gold lame sheath cocktail dress by Wilson Abbott Wilson Folmar. This is an amazing dress that has survived time in very good wearable cond...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1960s gold brocade beaded jacket vintage 1960s sequin jacket UK 14 US 10
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly mesmerising 1960's jacket, rendered in a cream and gold lurex brocade, which is embellished with sequins in shades of iridescent amber, pale blue, turquoise blue and clear...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s I. Magnin Cream Silk Occasion Dress With Diamante Detail
Located in London, GB
This classic and chic vintage 1960s cream silk satin dress from prestigious San Francisco department store I. Magnin & Co is of exceptional quality. The dress is sleeveless and has a...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Blue and Green Floral Print Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant 1960s Blue and Green Spaghetti Strap Floral Silk print cocktail gown . Size: 6 Measurement: Bust 35” / Waist: 27” / Hip 38” / Dress length: 55”
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Black Silk Velvet Imperialist Chandelier Bead and Passementerie Gown–XS-S, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A gown that would be right at home sledding through the steppes or attending the Mariinsky Theater, this regal dress literally drips with understated glamo...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

50s Green Satin Column Gown with Beaded Bodice and Gathered Waist Sash
Located in San Francisco, CA
50s Green Satin Column Gown with Beaded Bodice and Gathered Waist Sash. Grecian-esque gathered skirt adornment. Metal zip up the back.
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Wrangler 1960s Tie Dyed Jeans, New Never Worn Dead Stock
Located in Wallkill, NY
Wranglers made in the USA, new with tags circa late 1960s. These jeans sat in a store for 45+ years and just were discovered. Two back pockets. Snap closure, zippered front. Wranglers, New OLD STOCK Tie...
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American Mid-20th Century 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 Mid-20th Century Clothing

Lee Claire Pink Lace Cocktail Dress, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
A lovely 1950's cocktail dress from Lee Claire New York in a mauve pink lace with a unique modified bustle style silhouette. The dress zips and hooks at th...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage Moroccan Caftan, Black and Gold Embroidered, ca. 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing vintage Moroccan Caftan, black silk damask heavily with gold threads. Circa 1960's The black heavy damask kaftan was entirely made by ...
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Moroccan Mid-20th Century Clothing

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