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Period: Mid-20th Century
1940s Royal Purple Wool Gabardine Skirt Suit w Nipped Waist & Huge Pockets
Located in Gresham, OR
1940s Royal Purple Wool Gabardine Skirt Suit w Nipped Waist & Huge Pockets: This is a spectacular example of iconic 1940s tailoring in pristine condition. A sculpted, darted, nippe...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Japanese Black Silk Kimono Accented with "Cranes In Flight" Borders
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful simply Japanese silk kimono is accented with detailed with "Cranes in Flight" set among multi-colors of floral ribbons and tree branches. Family crest...
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Japanese Mid-20th Century Clothing

Chic 1960s Oatmeal Beige Irish Linen Vintage 60s A Line Dress w/ Pockets
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s oatmeal / beige colored Irish Linen A-Line dress! Features a textured tweed-like soft linen. Fitted bodice with a forgiving flattering A Line skirt. Pockets at each side o...
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American Mid-20th Century 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 Mid-20th Century Clothing

Chic 1960s Lady Hathaway for Lord & Taylor Tiger Print A - Line 60s Tunic Top
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1960s LADY HATHAWAY for LORD & TAYLOR tiger print sleeveless A line tunic top! Soft silk and cotton blend holds shape nicely. Warm tones of b...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960's Pierre Cardin Purple Dress with Chrome Keyhole Neckline
Located in New Hope, PA
Pierre Cardin designed this purple sleeveless A-line dress in the 1960's. The chrome accented keyhole neckline makes it just as popular today. The purple wool keyhole is edged with...
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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

Lanz Original Peasant Style Floral Maxi Skirt, 1960's
Located in Atlanta, GA
1960's Lanz peasant style floral maxi skirt in a cotton canvas. The skirt zips and hooks at the side with a 2.5" waistband and soft pleating. The ruffl...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Vintage Flower Printed Chiffon Blue, Purple, Green, Pink Babydoll Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Adorable 60s babydoll dress! Features an allover floral print in blue, green, pink, purple and white! Detachable tie belt at waist. Wonderful full poet s...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Embroidered Black Chinese Style Two Piece Top & Skirt
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s Embroidered Black Chinese Style Two Piece Top & Skirt. Mandarin collar top zips up back. Maxi skirt with one slit up side. Possibly handmade.
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Hot Pink Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1950s Hot pink silk strapless cocktail dress with beaded bust and peplum hem. Bust: 34 inches / Waist: 29” / dress length ; 33
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Lace Trimmed Peach Slip Dress with Scalloped Hem
Located in London, GB
Slip dresses of the 1930s are highly collectable and this is a truly lovely example. They are prized for their wearability and the luxuriousness of the fabrics as well as the simple ...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage Multicolour Silk Shift Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic dress for Summer, a multicolour shift dress in blue, yellow and green. The dress is fully lined with a central back zip , and two pleats on the front and back.
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Sambo Fashions Yellow and Pink Floral Dress
Located in London, GB
Late 1950s or early 1960s sundress design from Sambo Fashions which was a quality British brand operating throughout the 40s to 60s. I really love the print on this dress; a pretty rose pattern band interspersed by what appears to be a tromp l'oeil design for a leather embossed strap...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Black Lace and Chiffon Insert Dress
Located in London, GB
This highly romantic dress was made in the late 1930s and is breathtaking quality. Evening gowns of this era are highly sought after, particularly when they’re in such rare, excellen...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

Navy blue dress with sunray pleated sleeves PIERRE CARDIN
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue dress with sunray pleated see-through sleeves. Lining in the same fabric with button and buttonhole closure on the middle back. Button and buttonhole on the cuffs as well. ...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

1940S Blue Organic Cotton Chambray Men's French Cuff Shirt
Located in New York, NY
1940S Blue Organic Cotton Chambray Men's French Cuff Shirt
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Printed branded velvet skirt-suit Emilio Pucci for Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed branded velvet skirt-suit. Branded "Emilio" on the lining SIZE 36 (S)
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

Mr. Blackwell Cream Natural Silk Pencil Sheath Dress, Late 1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 1950s or early 60s Mr. Blackwell silk shift dress in a dark cream/natural color. Square neck, short sleeves. Back metal zip with tiny bow at top. No garment label, feels like ...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Black Velvet Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful vintage 30s velvet black dress with velvet devore on the sleeves. - cowl neck - velvet sash/ belt Size: Medium- Large Bust: 38"-39” Waist 34”/ H...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1950's silk beaded cocktail dress fully beaded dress blouse bodice UK 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in an iconic and breathtaking silhouette, this original 1950's cocktail dress rendered in a black silk and embellished with trailing black glass beadwork, is the perfect pie...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Demi Couture 1950s Neusteters Ivory + Pink Silk French Lace Vintage Peplum Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
The prettiest, yet sexiest 50s NEUSTETERS Demi Couture French silk lace peplum wiggle dress! The most fantastic fitting dress, with both flattering construction and materials. Featur...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1930's Pink Silk Beaded Blouse 1930's Pink Crepe Silk Beaded Top UK 6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the most vibrant shade of pink crepe silk, this original 1930's blouse, embellished with a pattern of clear glass trailing beadwork , is the perfect statement piece for y...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Schiaparelli Gold Lace Jeweled T-Strap Kitten Heel Pumps, New in Box –6AA, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Owned by a French expatriate and shoe-hoarder, these incomparable slingbacks were adored but have remained unworn in their original box for sixty years. Featuring a modest, wearable ...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

1940s Velvet Coat with Sequins
Located in Alford, MA
Black velvet three-quarter coat in black velvet embellished with gold sequined leaf design curving from the shoulder to the armhole. Collarless, with balloon sleeves and white quilte...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

DON LOPER 1950's Yellow Floral Embroidered Cocktail Dress with Belt & Bow Size 2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Don Loper design is composed of a yellow embroidered floral print fabric. Features a center back of the neck bow. There is a center back zippre closure. In excellent vintage con...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

EDITH HEYMAN 1950's Pink Silk Cocktail Embellished Dress Size 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cocktail dress is composed of a light pink embellished taffeta. Features a side zipper closure with hook and eyes. In great vintage condition, sold "AS-IS", some discoloration a...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

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 threads. Fringes on the edge in trimmings of golden threads. Cut inspired by Kaftab with wide open pagoda sleeves...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960's Anonymous Bonded Wool Glen Check Dress and Coat Set
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This uber chic Italian black and white hounds tooth ensemble dates from the 1960's. 7/8th length A-line coat is collared and double breasted. Four patch pockets detailed with a singl...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Demi Couture Gold + Black Silk Brocade and Chiffon Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s demi couture gold and black silk brocade and chiffon cocktail dress! Features a tailored gold and black silk flower brocade bodice, ...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960's White Beaded V Neck Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our 1960's White Beaded V Neck Gown features a classic silhouette and a flattering v neckline- perfect for formal occasions. Whether you're a bride-to-be...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Black Satin Tulip Print Dress
Located in London, GB
Designed in the 1930s, this beautiful, vibrant liquid satin evening dress is a spectacular example from this era. The fabric makes it stand out among other pieces from this time; ink...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

F/W 1969 Christian Dior Haute Couture Red Wool Fur Collar Jacket
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous red Christian Dior Haute Couture coat designed by Marc Bohan. From the Fall/Winter 1969 collection, this incredible jacket is complete with zipper closures at the front and hip pockets and a black-red fox fur collar. Effortlessly chic and timeless, this custom-made vintage Christian Dior haute...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s does 1920s Bubblegum Pink + White Fringe Vintage 60s Flapper Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 60s does 20 bubblegum pink and white sleeveless flapper style fringed flapper style shift dress! Soft textured cotton, with three tiers of white fringe at the hem. Full metal...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Beautiful 1960s Light Blue Silk Crepe Lace Bow Vintage 60s Shift Mini Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic beautiful 1960s pale blue lace + crepe + silk mini shift dress. Features a fitted bodice, with a lace overlay. Great fit, with an amazing amount o...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Samuel Winston Black and Gold Cocktail Dress w Exquisite Bodice Detailing
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful 1950s Samuel Winston cocktail dress with full black taffeta skirt and exquisite bodice detailing in gold silk satin and ruched chiffon....
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960S ST JOHN Knit Mod Sleeveless Green Midi Dress
Located in New York, NY
1960S ST JOHN Knit Mod Sleeveless Green Midi Dress
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage Silk Dress and Jacket with Fur Trim
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage outfit by The Beverely Shop in Springfield , Massachusetts. The shift dress is tailored, sleeveless and fully lined. The jacket has...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Chic 1960s Purple Italian Rayon Hand Crochet Vintage Semi Sheer 60s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely wonderful 1960s purple Italian rayon hand crochet knee length dress! The construction on this hard-to-find beauty is impeccable! Completely sewn by hand, with an expert ey...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

Black wool crêpe skit-suit with black buttons Christian Dior New-York Circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool crepe skit-suit with black buttons .Rayon lining. Fake pockets. SIZE M
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Sybil Connolly Dublin Hand Woven Lightweight Black Wool Evening Skirt
Located in New Hope, PA
Sybil Connolly is a well known Couture Designer who worked in Ireland. Jackie Kennedy wore one of her designs for her official White House portrait. Connolly used native fabrics and...
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Irish Mid-20th Century Clothing

Corduroy skirt with butterfly print COURRÈGES
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cotton corduroy skirt with butterfly print . Acetate lining. Pocket on both side with button and buttonhole on the pocket flap. Zip and hook&eye closure on the left side. SIZE S
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

EMILIO PUCCI 1960s Pink Yellow Sunburst Signature Print Silk Jersey Dress Sz 10
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage c.1960s Emilio Pucci silk jersey dress. All over sunburst signature print in shades of pink, yellow and white. Decorative border around cuffs, neckline, and hemline. Round ne...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

Gene Shelly Sequin Bridal Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
This decadent, FULLY beaded capsleeve dress is an exceptionally beautiful example of Gene Shelly's work. The hand-beaded stretch wool fabric hugs the body, making dancing a joy. This...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Gene Shelly Sequin Bridal Dress
Gene Shelly Sequin Bridal Dress
$1,840 Sale Price
34% Off
1960s Rudi Gernreich Black Silk Chiffon Dress
Located in Austin, TX
1960s Rudi Gegnerisch black silk chiffon dress. Two layers of sheer chiffon, sewn together at hem. 34" bust, 29" waist, 60" hips, 37 1/2" le...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Valentino Boutique Early 1960s Green & Cream Wool Tweed Skirt Suit
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Valentino Boutique early 1960s wool tweed skirt suit, a nod to Christian Dior's Bar suit. Done in a moss green & cream dog tooth check, the jacket & skirt are trimmed in coordinating...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960's Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Floral Printed Silk Gown No.158143
Located in Studio City, CA
Early 1960's Pierre Balmain No. 158143 haute couture silk organza floral print gown with multi-layered ruffle trim at the neckline and hem. There a double layer of silk lining at the...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage Red Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A lovely vintage cocktail dress for Fall/Winter. In a ruby red fabric, the dress has detail on the bodice and a scoop front line and backline. It is lined and has a central back zip....
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

Adele Simpson 1940s Wrap Top and Skirt
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece skirt and top set in a tan cotton linen blend. The top has a crew neck, cap sleeves, shoulder pads and wraps closing at one s...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Gold Lurex Sequined Marching Band Vintage Sequined 60s Shorts and Shirt
Located in San Diego, CA
Awesome authentic 1960s gold Lurex matching band themed ensemble! Features high waisted shorts with metal zipper up the back and hook-and-eye closure. Hundreds of hand-sewn sequins d...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960 Pauline Trigere Mod Black Wool A-Line Dress w Sheer Paillette Embellishment
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic 1960s Pauline Trigere Mod black wool A-line cocktail dress with sheer silk bodice panel embellished with great silver paillettes and beads. Unusual discrete side zipper, ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1940S Teal Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Top
Located in New York, NY
1940S Teal Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Top
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Grey Chiffon Cocktail dress by Worth
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress designed by Worth, London. The dress has an outer layer of dark grey silk chiffon. The skirt is lined in a deep mauve/grey coloured fabric and the bust area in ...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Black Yellow and Blue Floral Jersey Dress Suit
Located in London, GB
The fabric of this early 1950s floral jersey dress suit is resplendent with splashy, smudged shades of mustard, cobalt blue, mauve, black and white. The dress is tailored to a short-...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Navy Sailor Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930s Navy Sailor Dress. 100% wool.
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930s Navy Sailor Dress
1930s Navy Sailor Dress
$420 Sale Price
20% Off
Paul Daunay couture pink silk brocade evening gown, c. 1960
Located in London, GB
Paul Daunay couture pink silk brocade strapless evening gown with built-in corset and structured underskirt. Paul Daunay designs were hand made to a Haute Couture standard in Geneva, Switzerland and have been exhibited alongside Haute Couture garments by Christian Dior and Cristobal Balenciaga for the 'Fifties Fashion' exhibition at the Palais Galliera...
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Swiss Mid-20th Century Clothing

Superb 1960s Black shiny Painted Vinyl & Curly Shearling - sheepskin Coat
Located in Sheffield, GB
An excellent example, this 1960s Vinyl Shearling coat features a shiny patent black body intercepted with Thick curly sheepskin trimmed panels and full she...
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English Mid-20th Century Clothing

A little black Couture evening dress in embroidered tulle - France Circa 1968
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1968 France Little evening dress in black tulle embroidered with spiral circles, unidentified haute couture, but Possibly Dior-Bohan, dating from the late 1960s. Short dress wi...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

50's Hattie Carnegie Black Silk Faille Evening Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
50's Hattie Carnegie black silk faille evening dress with embellishments.
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American 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

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