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Period: Mid-20th Century
Silk & lurex jacquard evening dress "Myrtille" Attributed to Jeanne Lanvin 1936
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Yellow silk and lurex jacquard evening dress with embellished belt with silver lurex small balls ( apparently blueberries) embellishements. Snap and hook and eye on both side. Top p...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots Schiaparelli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots. The Robe is draped on the shoulders and close with gold metal buttons. The dress is draped o...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational 50s demi couture crimson red crushed velvet full length mermaid evening dress! Features luxurious crushed silk velvet, with a form fitting bodice and skirt. Dramatic flar...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Demi Couture Green Botanical Floral Silk Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s demi couture green botanical floral print silk fit n' flare sleeveless dress ! Features various shade of green throughout. Hidden metal zipper up the back with hook-a...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Superb Quality Vintage Cowboy Boots in Red & White Leather Circa 1950.
Located in Sheffield, GB
Superb Quality, hand-made vintage Cowboy Boots in red & white leather with intricately detailed hand sewn embroideries and decoration. The stitching is extremely fine. Circa 1950. Si...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Champagne silk satin beaded asymmetrical evening dress GABY COUTURE 1960's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Champagne silk satin beaded ( sequins, beads and pearls ) asymmetrical evening dress . Silk organza lining. Boned on the side and gros-grain on the side inside. Zip in the middle ba...
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Spanish Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Gaymode Size 8 / 8.5 Chartreuse Green + Gold Silk Brocade 50s High Heels
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s vintage GAYMODE chartreuse green and gold pointed toe high heels! Features a sensible 2.5 inch heels that is great for the entire day / night. Can easily be dressed up...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

Black & white backless polka-dots evening dress Roger Milot for Fred Perlberq
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black & white backless polka-dots evening dress . The black dots are in felt. Black bow organza in the middle front. Zip in the middle back and hook&eye. Hook&eye behind the neck. Wh...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Frank Usher Coral Asymmetrical Evening Dress With Train
Located in London, GB
This sensational 1960s structured silk gown in deep coral pink is by celebrated ready to wear designer Frank Usher. This elegant piece features a show-stopping full length train at t...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

Lillie Rubin 1960s Silk Brocade Pink Gold Silver Rhinestone Belted Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 60s LILLIE RUBIN silk brocade belted shirt dress! Features a stunning pink, gold and silver silk metallic brocade. Rhinestone buttons up the bodice. Detachable matc...
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Hong Kong Mid-20th Century Clothing

Bill Blass 1960s Vintage Silk Metallic 60s Mink Trimmed Dress Jacket Swing Coat
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage 1960s BILL BLASS metallic silk A-Line dress or jacket! Features fabulous abstract prints in warm hues of gold, brown, silver, and bronze throughout. Soft brown mi...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1950's Black Velvet Cocktail Dress Silver Rhinestone Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the deepest shade of black velvet and embellished with silver claw set rhinestones, this original 1950's dress, is just the piece to add to your cocktail wardrobe. The ...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Demi Couture Floral Watercolor Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage early 60s demi couture watercolor silk chiffon sleeveless gown / maxi dress ! Features vibrant colors of yellow, purple, green and blue throughout. Flattering ruch...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Lilli Diamond Brand New Light Pink Silk Wiggle Dress w/ Paillettes + Beads
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational 1960s Lilli Diamond light pink chiffon dress, with pailletes, beads, and sequins embellished throughout. Brand new, with original store ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Silk Chiffon Seafoam Slip Dress, Hand Embroidered
Located in New York, NY
Silk Chiffon Pale Seafoam Green Slip Dress, Hand Embroidered in teal blue silk from the 1930's. Simple cut but with amazing handwork. The bodice has m...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1930's Silk Lamé Brocade Evening Gown 1930's One shoulder gown UK 8 US 4
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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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960's silk branded jersey printed dress Emilio Pucci for Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
1960's silk branded jersey printed dress. Zip and hook&eye in the middle back. No lining. Snap on the cuffs. SIZE 8 US
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

Deadstock 1960s Alvin Handmacher Light Blue Rhinestone Vintage 60s Skirt Suit
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic deadstock ( brand new with tags ) original 1960s Alvin Handmacher ( Weathervane Tailored by Handmacher ) baby blue skirt suit ! Features a tailore...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Orange lace evening dress mermaid gown Ballet INC Circa 1950's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Orange lace evening dress mermaid gown with belt. Zip closure on the left side.Belt with snap closure.Silk lining inside the top and skirt lining for the bottom. Stiff fabric in the ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Art Deco Mandarin Collar Lingerie Wrap Dress
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco negligee wrap dress of pink silk crepe with deep hem, capelet sleeves and back of sheer floral patterned beige colored lace. Unusual Mandarin collar detail with two large co...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Joseph Magnin Gold + Chartreuse Green Silk Brocade 60s Vintage Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1960s JOSEPH MAGNIN gold and chartreuse green metallic silk shift dress! Features a striking print, with an incredible fit! Fitted bodice, with a straight skirt. Full metal ...
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American Mid-20th Century 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 Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1950's Duchess Satin Sweet Pink Pleated Dress UK 8-10 US 4-6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A true beauty to behold. This original 1950's duchess satin dress, rendered in a soft shade of sweet pink and accented by the most divine pleat wor...
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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

1950's long navy blue embroidered evening ball gown in tulle
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
1950's long navy blue embroidered evening dress in tulle
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Pale pink evening dress with beadwork zip and rhinestone Margarets
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink evening dress with embroideries and rhinestone. SIZE L (Fr 40)
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Hong Kong Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1930's silk ostrich feather jacket 1930s coral silk feather jacket UK 8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This sumptuous original 1930's silk chiffon jacket, rendered in the most perfect shade of coral pink, embellished with the softest ostrich feather cuffs, is a rare piece to behold. ...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Orange and green flower print with sunray pleats and chiffon neck Circa 1960's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Nylon orange and green flower print with sunray pleats and chiffon neck (TIGHT BEHIND THE NECK) Acétate lining. SIZE M
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Jack Bryan Yellow Silk Rhinestone Beaded 60s A-Line Dress + Jacket Suit
By Jack Bryan, Jack Bryan by Dupuis
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1960s JACK BRYAN yellow silk shantung A-Line dress and jacket ensemble! Dress features a tailored bodice with a forgiving A-Line shape skirt. Full metal zipper up the ba...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1960's Yves Saint Laurent Wool Coat UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A rare and unique piece to behold, this original vintage 1960's Yves Saint Laurent Coat, Rendered in a cream wool and lined in silk, is just the piece to add to your couture collecti...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Adele Simpson Navy Midnight Blue Velvet Vintage 60s Wrap Shirt Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic mid to late 60s ADELE SIMPSON navy midnight blue long sleeve wrap shirt dress! Features a flattering fitted bodice with a forgiving full skirt. Wrap ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Black wool jacket with bow tie PIERRE CARDIN "JEUNESSE" for TAKASHIMAYA
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool jacket with bow tie. Lining is probably rayon or acetate. Hidden snap closure on the middle front with decorative button on the top. SIZE 38/ M
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European Mid-20th Century Clothing

Oscar de la Renta 1960s Ivory Wool + Green Suede Mod Flower Print Jacket Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and insanely chic vintage 60s OSCAR DE LA RENTA retro jacket OR dress! Features a soft ivory wool, with brightly colored flowers and grass...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s St John Canary Yellow Santana Knit Mod Crochet Vintage A Line 60s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Tres chic ST. JOHN signature santana knit canary yellow short sleeve A-Line dress! Features the softest knit that stretches to fit. Hand crochet detail at the neck, sleeves and below...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Oscar de la Renta Pink Heart and Flower Print Vintage 60s Silk Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Perfect for Valentines Day! Chic 1960s OSCAR DE LA RENTA museum held pink flower and heart print long sleeve silk dress ! Features vibrant col...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Alfred Shaheen Romper Brightly Colored Tropical Hawaiian One Piece 60s
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 1960s ALFRED SHAHEEN colorful tropical jumpsuit romper! Features colorful tropical Hawaiian prints throughout. Vibrant colors of orange, purple, hot pink, yellow and green throu...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Coat and dress silver and gold brocade ensemble Circa 1960's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Coat and dress silver and gold brocade ensemble. No fabric composition tag but the lining is probably made of acetate or rayon. Gold metal decorative buttons with hidden snap closur...
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Unknown Mid-20th Century Clothing

Chinoiserie Art Deco Lame Coat, Margaine Lacroix 1925
Located in New York, NY
A finely beaded, sequined and embroidered evening coat, attributed to Margaine Lacroix, mid 1920's Paris, in extraordinary condition. The muted sil...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Chic 1960s Plus Size 16 / 18 Silver + Black 60s Vintage Bell Sleeve Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s black and silver crepe rayon plus size dress! Features a tailored silver metallic lurex bodice, with a flattering and forgiving shift shape. St...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Kiki Hart Navy Blue Silk Chiffon Nude Illusion Belted Bow Ruffle Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 60s dress from hard to find designer KIKI HART! Beautiful navy blue silk chiffon, with impeccable demi-couture construction! High collar with a nude illusion dip front b...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Lanz Originals Button Back Little Black Dress from Bullocks of Wilshire
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 1960s little black dress by Lanz Originals for Bullock's of Wilshire Collegienne department. Crossover wrap detail at back. fastens with snaps, hook and eye, and four cloth ...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Beautiful 1950s Purple + Ivory Large Fringed vintage 50s Sequin Shawl Scarf
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s purple and ivory fringed sequined large shawl / stole! Features a soft purple / lavender color with two layers of ivory fringe. Iridescent purple sequins in the shape...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1950s Vintage Black Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1950s black raw silk cocktail dress with origami flower detail at the waist. Classic 1950s hourglass silhouette! Details: Partially Lined Metal Back Zip with Hook Estimate...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Hermes Style Printed Shirtwaist Dress by Holly Hoelscher
Located in New York, NY
Hermes inspired nautical themed silk twill shirtwaist dress. The Hermes style amusing silk scarf print of clipper ships in blues, browns, gold and greens. Skirt organza lined to create fullness with deep pleats at sides and center back. Covered button front entry. Labeled in petersham waistband Holly...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Balestra Rome Couture Vintage 1960s Ombre Silk Chiffon Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning 1960's Italian Couture sheath dress from the Roman couturier Balestra. Pieces by Renato Balestra are very hard to find, especially examples of his earlier work like this dre...
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Italian Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1960's turquoise pleated dress original 1960s tiered pleated dress UK 8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
An eye-catching piece to behold this original 1960's pleated dress in a vibrant shade of turquoise blue, is just the piece to add to your vintage collection. The elegant rounded neckline is framed by a simple shoulder line. The short length inset sleeves, boast micro pleating which flutter and pleat along the cuffs. The fitted bodice, boasts tailored darts along the bust-line and is finished by a cinched in waistline, which is accented by a delicate matching belt feature, which is sewn in place, The eye-catching silhouette of the skirt, boasts a micro pleated top tier, edged with a fluttered hemline, which sits above the full length base layer of the skirt, completing this dress in a timeless and iconic 1960's silhouette. This dress is lined in sky blue nylon. Label: Robert Dorland...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Melo of California Orange Green Pink Flower Print Vintage 60s Sheath Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 60s MELO OF CALIFORNIA orange, green and pink flower print cotton sheath / wiggle dress! Features a vibrant neon orange backdrop with flow...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1940s Black liquid satin bombshell dress, Evening gown
Located in NEWARK, GB
This rare vintage 1940's evening dress is really the stuff dresses are made of! A superbly gorgeous design, the dress is very figure flattering and made from rich inky Black, liquid satin that falls and flows so elegantly. It is a sleeveless dress with thin straps, a straight lace trimmed neckline and a full bust, there is ruched detailing at the bust and two bows on either side, this leads on to the fitted nipped in waistline, the skirts are bias cut and fall full from the waist. This is such a gorgeous vintage bombshell dress...
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British Mid-20th Century Clothing

Chanel Haute Couture Silk Trompe l'oiel Tweed Suit
Located in New York, NY
Silk twill 2 pc. suit in olive,pink,purple and cornflower blue on white ground. Signature topstitching in olive green silk with pink silk piping. Gilt filigree buttons with silk prin...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1950's white tulle layered dress strapless sweetheart neckline UK 6-8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This timeless and iconic 1950's dress, rendered in a white layered tulle, with delicate pleated rayon accents, is the perfect piece for that special occasion. The strapless neckline...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1950's Silk Floral Wiggle Dress Silk Pleated Cocktail Dress UK 10 US 6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
"Sunrise Flowers" Vintage 1950's Silk Floral Wiggle Dress UK 10 US 6 This incredible 1950's dress in a bright and vibrant palette of pinks, lilac, orange and yellow, in a bold flora...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Amazing 1960s Turquoise Blue Chiffon Vintage Wiggle 60s Dress w/ Attached Cape
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage early 1960s turquoise / teal blue chiffon wiggle dress, with attached chiffon caplet! Wonderful flattering fit, with heavy attention to detail. Attached bow belt f...
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American Mid-20th Century Clothing

Bruyere vintage dress 1952
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
BRUYÈRE - Black bustier dress with a fitted waist, back decorated with a shirt-like V-neck, skirt entirely smocked. No size indicated, it fits a 34/36FR. Bruyère is a French Couture ...
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French Mid-20th Century 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 Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage Yao Jacket 1960s Embroidered Women Jacket
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Yao Jacket c. 1960s, Dao or Yao/ Mien woman's Tunic. Accented with panels of multicolored embroidery around the neckline, sleeves and back. Embroidery, applique long jacket...
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Asian Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1960's silk jersey beaded blouse 1960s cropped silk blouse UK 14 US 10
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This intricately embellished 1960's maple coloured silk jersey blouse, embellished with bronze sequins, faceted brown and clear glass beads and bronze coloured glass beads is the pe...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Vintage 1950's Red Silk Strapless Cocktail dress 1950 beaded dress UK 1-4 US 0-2
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the most eye-catching shade of red silk chiffon and embellished with silver lined glass bugle beads, red iridescent sequins and silver claw set rhinestones, this original...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

1960s Pierre Cardin Museum Held Bright Orange Space Age Petal Hem Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
This circa 1968 Pierre Cardin bright orange wool sleeveless late 60s Space Age vintage dress with petalled / bubbled hem is part of the permanent collection at the Museum of Fine Art...
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Mid-20th Century Clothing

Black rayon cocktail dress with bow and bow on pockets Nina Ricci Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black rayon cocktail dress with bow and bow on pockets. Acetate lining. Buttons and buttonhole in the middle back.Draped on shoulders and shoulder-pad. Size 38 / M
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

Andre Courreges Haute Couture Mod Pink Wool Dress
Located in New York, NY
Andre Courreges Haute Couture Mod pale pink wool appliqued dress, mid 1960s. Utilizing signature Courreges seaming and signature embroidery app...
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French Mid-20th Century Clothing

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