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Period: Mid-20th Century
1960s Red Wool Marie Martine Coat
Located in Paris, FR
1960s red boucle wool Marie Martine coat featuring gorgeous glass buttons, 3/4 sleeves, a tie neck. In good vintage condition. Made in France. 100% woo...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Ivory Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Ruched Strapless Cocktail
Located in New York, NY
1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Ivory Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Ruched Strapless Cocktail Dress
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Romper Large Size Navy + White Striped Cotton Vintage 60s Skort Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish 1960s large size navy blue and white striped romper, with skirt over ! Features flattering vertical stripes down the front and back. Contrasting horizontal stripes on sleeves...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Upcycled Vintage Wednesday Adams Slip, Studio VL
Located in New York, NY
Upcycled Vintage "Wednesday" Silk Slip, Studio VL. Hand embroidered "Wednesday Adams" on hip to take advantage of a discoloration on the slip. Lace trim with...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1930S Cream Bias Cut Silk Negligee With Blusk Pink Trim Detailing
Located in New York, NY
Made in France 1930S Cream Bias Cut Silk Negligee With Blusk Pink Trim Detailing
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

I Miller Ivory, Pink and Green Peony Vamp Slingback Stiletto Sandals-6.5A, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
As if to prove mid-century gals were unafraid of color, these sculpted stilettos mitigate their neutral bone ground with a fully-articulated leather peony in shades of pink and green on each vamp. Moreover, they hail from legendary Phoenix department store "Hanny's," now an über-cool cocktail bar that kept the old dressing rooms and display windows. Stiletto heel slingback sandal of bone leather; adjustable buckle strap continues around ankle and attaches to vamp embellished with a handmade leather peony. (Stunning details include five individually hand-stitched petals raised off the surface of the shoe, hand-cut leaves and stitched "veins".) Leather insole, covered last and covered heel. Metal tap attached to sole of shoe at toe. fabric: leather noteworthy: wipe clean with damp rag and soften with leather conditioner repairs: none condition: very good in vintage shoe box...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Ben Reig Smoke Gray Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress W/ Rhinestone Buttons
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Ben Reig smoke gray silk textured chiffon cocktail dress: Gorgeous rhinestone buttons run the length of the front pleated, 3/4 length dolman sleeve over...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Alix of Miami Size 14 Plus Size Blue + Green Flower Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1950s ALIX OF MIAMI rare larger size wiggle dress! Features cotton fabric, with velvet accents. Three royal blue velvet straps at each shoulder. Figure flattering fit, with ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1940S Black & Copper Rayon Velvet Silk Taffeta Gown Layered In Chantilly Art De
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Couture construction and details. 1940S Black & Copper Rayon Velvet Silk Taffeta Gown Layered In Chantilly Art Deco Rose Lace
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950S MARGARET Silk Chiffon Haute Couture Top From Paris
Located in New York, NY
1950S MARGARET Silk Chiffon Haute Couture Top From Paris
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Brown linen and silk jacket and dress cocktail ensemble Paola Giorgiani 1960's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown linen and silk jacket and dress cocktail ensemble.Decorative pockets on the jacket. Beads and thread embroideries on the bust and shoulders straps. Silk lining. Zip and hook&ey...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

1968 Documented Diorling by Christian Dior Blue Floral Coat Dress
By Diorling, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
The Diorling label was launched at the Christian Dior London boutique on Conduit Street in March 1968. Designed by Dior London head designer Jorn Langberg, the collection consisted o...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Nathan Strong Deep Orange Silk Dress Suit with Ruched Bodice
Located in London, GB
This late 1950s to early 1960s dress and jacket set was designed for Nathan-Strong by August. The fabric is stunning and is tailored from a vibrant red-orange shot silk. The dress is...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Norman Norell Black and Gold Sequin Mermaid Short Evening Dress, Runway Worn
Located in New Hope, PA
From the personal wardrobe of a former Miss America, this Norman Norell dress still bears runway model tags for Claudia, who just happened to be the wife of designer George Halley. ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage Brown and White Dress by Nancy Green
Located in London, GB
A chic day dress by Nancy Green in brown and white houndstooth. The dress has a central back zip opening and six decorative buttons on the front.
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Sunflowers Print Embroidered Sleeveless Multi Color Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960s custom made sleeveless shift cocktail dress in multi color sunflowers embroidered in gold metallic floral netting overlay. Perfect for mother of the bride or wedding . Color : ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Golden Age Backless Black Satin Halter Plunge Gown with Trumpet Hem - M-L, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Your "go-to" formal event gown, guaranteed to bring Rita Hayworth-level glamour every time. This one has everything: basic black color, heavyweight (and figure-friendly) slipper sati...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

Black crêpe evening dress with rhinestone shoulder-strap and belt Circa 1930's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black crêpe evening dress with rhinestone shoulder-strap and belt . Snap closure on the left side. and belt with rhinestone on. SIZE 38/ M
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European Mid-20th Century Clothing

Black crêpe jacket with beaded work on the edge Circa 1940's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black crêpe jacket with beaded work on the edge. Button covered with crêpe. SIZE S
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European Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Collector Rare Yves Saint Laurent Orange Dress
Located in Paris, FR
1960s rare collector orange crepe Yves Saint Laurent dress featuring a classic collar, short sleeves, a front button opening, a pleated skirt part. Rare for collection. In fair condi...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Hermes Sport Silk Twill Print Dress
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Sport Ivory silk twill afternoon dress printed with various insects and foliage, within an equestrian unfurling border of gold and blue decorative straps. Self belt signed Her...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Black Taffeta Off-Shoulder Flamenco Gown with Sequin Peplum - XXS, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Worn on the shoulder this gown is the epitome of 1940s innocence, but off shoulder it suggests an Andalusian flamenco dress thanks to its 22 ½ foot skirt and sequined ruffles. Accessorize with castanets and Paco de Lucia. Off-shoulder taffeta ball gown with 4” sequin ribbon cape collar...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage Vicky Tiel Couture Black Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A stunning black vintage cocktail dress by Vicky Tiel Couture. The dress has a v neckline with draping and folds over the waist area and one side. ...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

HAUTE COUTURE INTERNATIONAL 1960's Black Beaded and Sequin Lace Gown Size 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Haute Couture International gown is composed of a black beaded and sequin lace. There is a side slit and center back zipper closure. ...
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Hong Kong Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960's Vintage Balloon Sleeve With Lace Wedding Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step back in time with our 1960's Vintage Balloon Sleeve Wedding Gown. This true vintage piece features modest yet elegant long balloon sleeves, a high neck, and delicate fabric cove...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Bonnie Cashin for Sills Cape Hooded Charcoal Wool Red Leather Trim Rare Vintage
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This fabulous hooded cape was designed by the mother of American sportswear, Bonnie Cashin, during her time at Sills. Made from a rich charcoal gray wool, this piece is fully lined...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1940's Magenta Knitted Dress UK 10-12 US 6-8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This incredible 1940's magenta knitted dress, rendered in a multitude of different knitted stitches, is just the piece for your transitional wardrobe. The deep V shaped neckline is...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Minx Modes 1960s Linen Dress and Jacket Set
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous khaki linen dress and coat set by Minx Modes. The shift dress is sleeveless with a front yoke, back kick pleat and contrasting orange topstitching. The matching jacket ha...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Pale blue fully beaded cocktail dress Circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale blue fully beaded cocktail dress on a chiffon base. Rayon lining. Beaded belt with snap and hook&eye to close it. Zip and snap on the left side. Gros-grain on the waist. Boned ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

EMILIO PUCCI S/S 1957 "Palio" Silk Multicolor "Montone" Signature Print Jacket
Located in Thiensville, WI
Emilio Pucci S/S 1957 silk "Montone" (Ram) print jacket. From Emilio Pucci's "Palio" collection. Blue and brown abstract striped signature print on white with "Montone" and silhouett...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1940's violet blue crepe silk beaded dress 1940s silk dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly enchanting 1940's violet blue crepe silk dress, embellished with royal blue glass bugle beads, in a trailing swirl pattern with leaf design details, is the perfect show st...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

4 pieces ensemble in printed raw silk Jacques Fath Paris Circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
4 pieces ensemble in printed raw silk; The ensemble is made of a coat, jacket, a boned blouse and a skirt, all in the same fabric. Tailor-made. Same printed silk fabric for the coat'...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Brown Scalloped Hand Crochet Raffia Lace Jacket or Coat
Located in Sparks, NV
Hand crocheted brown raffia coat or jacket with a scalloped design and matching buttons. Details: Fully Lined Front Button Closure Marked Size: Not...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Full beaded cocktail dress with flower pattern Di Ane Imports Circa 1960's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Full beaded cocktail dress with flower pattern. No fabric composition tag but the main fabric is probably rayon end the lining is probably acetate. Zip and hook&eye closure in the m...
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Hong Kong Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Ceil Chapman Atomic Brocade Cocktail Suit
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Ceil Chapman metallic rust-colored Cocktail Suit made of an atomic-patterned silk brocade. The Dress has spaghetti straps, a fitted torso, pipped was it line, side metal zip cl...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Black Wool Bouclé Peter Pan Collar A-Line Jackie Mourning Suit– M, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Though the mourning ensemble Jacqueline Kennedy wore to JFK’s funeral was a shift and jacket, this bouclé suit is that outfit’s near twin. Complete with her preferred Peter Pan colla...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Turquoise Scallop Pleated and Beaded Embellished Shift Dress
Located in London, GB
This 1960s cocktail dress is intricately adorned with pale-aqua ruched manmade chiffon stitched in a scalloped pattern across the entire body, the resulting effect is soft and cloud-like; the only distraction the occasional ivory or blue pearl which trims the chiffon. Heavy beading and embroidery feature across the bust and continue onto the wide straps. Here, ombré vines made from dark grey-blue beads and pale blue stitching encircle light blue iridescent beads and pearls - decadent detailing that makes this gown a stand-out piece for any occasion. The chiffon is sewn onto the integral viscose blend lining to prevent the dress from being sheer. A parted Watteau train...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Howard Greer Floral Silk Taffeta Strapless Trumpet-Skirt Cocktail Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Howard Greer designed floral silk taffeta strapless cocktail dress: Bodice is fully boned and features a pleated inset of pointe d'esprit décolletage and a structured scooped and pointed taffeta neckline. Skirt is a trumpet shape with bias cut handkerchief hem panels. Fully lined, zipper back. A rare piece from a well-known Golden Age Of Hollywood...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Cerulean Blue Sz 6 Silk Lurex Showgirl Mermaid Gown Bolero Beaded Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Model in video is US Size 6, and 5’8 feet tall Sexy and highly collectible 50s vintage cerulean blue silk lurex mermaid gown and cropped bolero jacket ensemble! Full length dress fea...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960's Tinsel Velvet Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
Charming iridescent tinsel velvet cocktail dress from the 1960's. Straps sit wide on shoulders with tiny pinched waist and full pleated skirt. B...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Black and White Crepe and Silk Fringe 50s Vintage Wiggle Flapper Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1950s black and white fringe flapper fringe dress, with a 1920s twist! Wonderful soft black crepe, with a body hugging wiggle fit. Fringe at bust and hem. Full metal zipper with...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Multi Color Metallic Silk Brocade Dress with Embellishment
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage 1960s multi color metallic silk brocade is in rich jeweled tone adorned with red, gold, yellow large sequins embellishment on the waist. Dres...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Courrèges Vintage Dress - '60s
Located in Milano, IT
This vintage midi dress by Courrèges features a playful and bold colorblock design with wide, contrasting stripes. The standout feature is the round cutout on the front, adding a uni...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Custom Obi Black Top With Floral Design, C.1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
C.1950 cap sleeve black shell style top custom fabricated from a Japanese obi cloth. The black background is the perfect frame for the rich royal purple, green and matte silver flor...
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Japanese Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960's Geoffrey Beene Black Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Cute and chic 1960's Geoffrey Beene black silk crepe cocktail dress. Empire waist and cap sleeve. Perfect for nearly any occasion. Invisible zipper closure up back. Excellent vintag...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1940's Silk Brocade Jacket Original 1940's Chinoiserie Jacket UK 14-16
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the most incredible silk brocade, depicting abstract hand fans surrounded by flora and fauna, in a palette of terracotta, golds, greens, oranges and blue set against a ch...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1970s Susan Small Silk Psychedelic Floral Print Dress
Located in London, GB
This playful, bright mid-length shift dress is by collectable British designer Susan Small. Dating back to the eponymous brand’s heyday in the late 1960s, early 1970s, it is tailored...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1950's Black and Pink Silk Velvet Floral Dress & Jacket UK 10 US 6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the most sumptuous black and floral satin with silk velvet flocking accents, this original 1950's dress and matching jacket is the perfect ensemble for that special occas...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Cari Colette Vintage New Look Brown Wool Tailored Jacket
Located in Sparks, NV
Chic 1950s brown wool jacket with sleek tailoring by Cari Colette. Fully lined with front button closure. Side hidden pockets. Structured shoulder pads are sewn in underneath the lin...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1940s Beaded Blazer
Located in Alford, MA
1940s pale taupe gabardine jacket accented with gray beading above and below pockets. Long, fitted body, nipped at waist, with nice detailing, including notched shawl collar, turned-...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Rare cocktail dress in flower printed nylon Création Givenchy Université 1955
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Rare cocktail dress in flower printed nylon. Zip in the middle back. Wrap on the bust and in the middle front. Padded underbust belt close with hook&eye and snap under the left breast. Stiff cotton lining. Création Givenchy Université Circa 1955 "En 1954, Hubert de Givenchy présente la première robe...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Rare 1960s Norman Norell Navy Blue + Ivory Vintage 60s Belted Smoking Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare historical piece of fashion from the brilliant NORMAN NORELL! Navy blue wool body, with any ivory satin shawl collar, sleeve cuffs, buttons, pockets and sash belt. Buttons are n...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Chic 1960s St Andrews Black Zephyr Wool British Hong Kong Beaded 60s Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Utterly chic vintage 1960s ST. ANDREWS black zephyr wool British Hong Kong beaded and sequined shift dress! Features 100% zephyr wool that has some stretc...
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Hong Kong Mid-20th Century Clothing

Silk jersey printed dress Emilio Pucci
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk jersey printed dress. Exclusively for Saks Fifth Avenue SIZE M ( 10 Us)
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Galanos Black Matte Jersey Cocktail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Galanos from Amelia Gray Black matte jersey dress with draping and zipper. Size: 4
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1940S JACQUE FATH Black Haute Couture Rayon & Silk Net Top
Located in New York, NY
1940S JACQUE FATH Black Haute Couture Rayon & Silk Net Top
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1940's Cotton Lace and Satin Cocktail Suit
Located in New York, NY
Charming Cotton Lace and Silk Satin Cocktail Suit from the 1940's. Strong shouldered, fitted suit in silk satin with full gathered sleeves. Both bodice and skirt are overlaid in cott...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Check pattern velvet cape with graven horn brooch attach Circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Check pattern velvet cape with graven horn brooch attach to close the cape. Silk crêpe burgundy lining. SIZE M
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European Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Berkertex Emerald Green Dress with Soutache Work
Located in London, GB
This 1960s original Berkertex dress is in a striking shade of emerald green and has an unusual decorative trompe-l'œil bodice that looks like a bolero jacket is being worn. This is ...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

Ceil Chapman Navy Chiffon Portrait Collar Dress with Shoulder Bow - Med, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
One look at this dress’s multidirectional bodice draping and it’s easy to see why seven of Chapman’s designs are featured in the Met’s permanent collection; the 35 feet of skirt just...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

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