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1960s Turquoise Ribbon Lace On Tulle Sleeveless Mod Mini Shift Dress
1960s Turquoise Ribbon Lace On Tulle Sleeveless Mod Mini Shift Dress

1960s Turquoise Ribbon Lace On Tulle Sleeveless Mod Mini Shift Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Turquoise Ribbon Lace On Tulle Sleeveless Mini Shift Dress: This stunning and iconic 60s Mod silhouette is amplified by a stellar fabric in a floral ribbon embellished pattern...

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1960s American Fashion

Crysanthemum Embroidered Silk Kimono
Crysanthemum Embroidered Silk Kimono

Crysanthemum Embroidered Silk Kimono

Located in New York, NY

Attractive Crysanthemum Embroidered Silk Kimono from the 1950's. Hand embroidered florals on aquamarine silk crepe base with rayon? lining. Self belt. Size 36 label. 1950's Japan x e...

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1950s Japanese Fashion

Pale blue backless jersey dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Pale blue backless jersey dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Pale blue backless jersey dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Pale blue backless jersey dress .Jersey composition: 100% rayon. Body-suit inside the dress with snap closure on the bottom. NEW WITH TAG SIZE 40 / M

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2010s Italian Fashion

LORO PIANA turquoise crocodile BELLEVUE LARGE COCCO Tote Bag
LORO PIANA turquoise crocodile BELLEVUE LARGE COCCO Tote Bag

LORO PIANA turquoise crocodile BELLEVUE LARGE COCCO Tote Bag

By Loro Piana

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Loro Piana Bellevue Cocco large tote bag in turquoise crocodile leather (100%). This luxury Loro Piana handbag showcases the House’s dedication to exceptional craftsma...

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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion

1950s- 1960s Dorothy Litzan for Roban Vintage Blue Silk + Lace Cocktail Dress
1950s- 1960s Dorothy Litzan for Roban Vintage Blue Silk + Lace Cocktail Dress

1950s- 1960s Dorothy Litzan for Roban Vintage Blue Silk + Lace Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage robin's egg blue silk taffeta cocktail dress with a scoop neck, chantilly lace and tulip hem by Dorothy Litzan for Roban. Partially lined with rear metal zip and hoo...

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1950s American Fashion

VALENTINO blue leather VSLING MINI RHINESTONE Bag
VALENTINO blue leather VSLING MINI RHINESTONE Bag

VALENTINO blue leather VSLING MINI RHINESTONE Bag

By Valentino

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Valentino VSLING mini bag in blue denim with blue and clear rhinestones, exquisitely crafted in a structured, refined silhouette that blends casual texture with coutur...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion

Emilio Pucci Underwire Mini Dress
Emilio Pucci Underwire Mini Dress

Emilio Pucci Underwire Mini Dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Emilio Pucci Underwire Mini in nylon jersey from the 1960's with built in brassiere. X Small size with geometric placed Pucci print. Size 34A vintage. 1960's USA. designed in...

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1960s Italian Fashion

1940s Vintage Taffeta Rainbow Striped Chevron Light Weight Duster Coat or Robe
1940s Vintage Taffeta Rainbow Striped Chevron Light Weight Duster Coat or Robe

1940s Vintage Taffeta Rainbow Striped Chevron Light Weight Duster Coat or Robe

By Valley Frocks

Located in Sparks, NV

Incredible colors! This vintage light weight duster or robe from the 1940s features the most amazing striped chevron design. Unlined with front button closure. Hidden side pockets. T...

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1940s American Fashion

HERMES Vertigo Epsom leather MINI KELLY SELLIER Bag Ghw
HERMES Vertigo Epsom leather MINI KELLY SELLIER Bag Ghw

HERMES Vertigo Epsom leather MINI KELLY SELLIER Bag Ghw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Mini Kelly 20 Sellier bag in striking Vert Vertigo Veau Epsom leather. Features a sculptural top handle, elegant gold-tone hardware and a matching Vert Vertigo ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion

1960s Nina Ricci Haute Boutique Cobalt Blue Silk Evening Gown, Size US 6
1960s Nina Ricci Haute Boutique Cobalt Blue Silk Evening Gown, Size US 6

1960s Nina Ricci Haute Boutique Cobalt Blue Silk Evening Gown, Size US 6

By Nina Ricci

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An exceptionally elegant Nina Ricci Haute Boutique evening gown, made in France and dating to approximately the late 1960s or early 1970s. Rendered in an electrifying cobalt or royal...

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1960s Fashion

CELINE navy blue Grained leather MINI BELT Bag
CELINE navy blue Grained leather MINI BELT Bag

CELINE navy blue Grained leather MINI BELT Bag

By Celine

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Céline Mini Belt Bag in navy grained calfskin is a timeless expression of modern sophistication and understated luxury. Crafted from durable grained calfskin leat...

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2010s Italian Fashion

CELINE blue drummed leather NANO LUGGAGE Bag
CELINE blue drummed leather NANO LUGGAGE Bag

CELINE blue drummed leather NANO LUGGAGE Bag

By Celine

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Celine Nano Luggage bag in blue drummed calfskin is a sophisticated take on one of the House’s most iconic designs. Crafted from supple drummed calfskin leather, ...

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2010s Italian Fashion

Blue see-through lace shirt ANNE FONTAINE
Blue see-through lace shirt ANNE FONTAINE

Blue see-through lace shirt ANNE FONTAINE

By Anne Fontaine

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Blue see-through lace shirt. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. SIZE 36/S

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2010s Unknown Fashion

MISSONI light blue raffia crochet bag
MISSONI light blue raffia crochet bag

MISSONI light blue raffia crochet bag

By Missoni

Located in Rubiera, RE

MISSONI Light blue raffia crochet bag. Lucite shoulder strap with yellow, green, light blue, blue, and black rings. Made in Italy Measures: Length cm. 29 High cm. 15 Dept cm. 2 Shoul...

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2010s Italian Fashion

Denim down jacket CHANEL
Denim down jacket CHANEL

Denim down jacket CHANEL

By Chanel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Denim down jacket . Main fabric composition: 100% cotton. Lining composition: 25% silk, 75% cotton. Padding composition: 100% polyester. Branded snap closure on the middle front . P...

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2010s Italian Fashion

Fendi Celeste blue Roma leather SELLERIA MAMA BAGUETTE Bag
Fendi Celeste blue Roma leather SELLERIA MAMA BAGUETTE Bag

Fendi Celeste blue Roma leather SELLERIA MAMA BAGUETTE Bag

By Fendi

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Fendi Selleria Mama Baguette in Celeste light blue Roma leather with contrasting beige saddle stitching — a hallmark of the house's artisanal Selleria craft, each stit...

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2010s Italian Fashion

Vintage 1970s Lillie Rubin Blue Sequin Halter Disco Studio 54 Gown Maxi Dress 70
Vintage 1970s Lillie Rubin Blue Sequin Halter Disco Studio 54 Gown Maxi Dress 70

Vintage 1970s Lillie Rubin Blue Sequin Halter Disco Studio 54 Gown Maxi Dress 70

By Lillie Rubin

Located in San Diego, CA

Best fits a Size Small. The halter neckline can comfortably accommodate a smaller bust measurement. Measurements Bust: Up to 36 inches Waist: 26 inches Hips: Up to 36 inches Length (top back center halter to hem): 58 inches The same dress in red is also available in my 1stDibs Shop! A spectacular late 1970s Lillie Rubin evening gown dripping in shimmering sapphire blue paillettes. This glamorous halter-neck design perfectly captures the decadent spirit of the disco era, with its liquid-like sparkle, seductive open back, and effortlessly elegant column silhouette. Thousands of iridescent blue sequins catch the light from every angle, creating a dazzling effect reminiscent of the legendary nights of Studio 54. The softly draped cowl neckline flatters the décolletage, while the dramatic side slit adds movement and allure. The open-back halter construction creates an elongated silhouette, making this an unforgettable choice for evening events, galas, black-tie occasions, holiday parties, red carpet moments, or collectors of exceptional vintage fashion. Constructed with a hidden zipper at the back and hook-and-eye closure. The halter neckline allows some flexibility through the bust, making sizing more forgiving than a traditional structured bodice. An additional two inches of seam allowance remain at the hem should additional length be desired. A rare and striking example of late 1970s disco glamour from one of America’s most beloved special occasion labels. Size: Best fits a Size Small. The halter neckline can comfortably accommodate a smaller bust measurement. Measurements Bust: Up to 36 inches Waist: 26 inches Hips: Up to 36 inches Length (top back center halter to hem): 58 inches Condition Very good vintage condition with light, expected wear consistent with age. Presents beautifully. Founded in Miami in 1946, Lillie Rubin became synonymous with glamorous cocktail attire and eveningwear. The label gained a devoted following throughout the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s for its sophisticated party dresses and occasion pieces, making vintage examples increasingly sought after by collectors today. SEO Keywords Vintage Lillie Rubin gown, 1970s disco dress, Studio 54 dress, blue sequin gown...

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1970s American Fashion

CHANEL blue cotton 19B DISTRESSED QUILTED SKINNY JEANS Pants 34 XXS
CHANEL blue cotton 19B DISTRESSED QUILTED SKINNY JEANS Pants 34 XXS

CHANEL blue cotton 19B DISTRESSED QUILTED SKINNY JEANS Pants 34 XXS

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel jeans in blue 100% cotton stone-washed denim, elevated by an allover distressed quilted effect finish that renders the house's signature diamond motif across th...

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2010s Fashion

HERMÈS silk blue on white "les pivoines" pants
HERMÈS silk blue on white "les pivoines" pants

HERMÈS silk blue on white "les pivoines" pants

By Hermès

Located in Rubiera, RE

HERMÈS Silk pants "Les pivoines" (the peonies) blue and white high-waisted pants Two side pockets and two back pockets White double stitching Bronze metal button with logo Size F...

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1990s French Fashion

Galliano for Dior S/S Teal Pleated Silk Jersey Dress, 2005
Galliano for Dior S/S Teal Pleated Silk Jersey Dress, 2005

Galliano for Dior S/S Teal Pleated Silk Jersey Dress, 2005

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Christian Dior dress was designed during John Galliano's tenure for the Spring 2005 collection. Made with high-quality silk jersey, the dress has a shirred bodice and a halter n...

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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion

Hermès Silk Scarf Christophe Colomb Decouvre l'Amerique 12 Oct 1492
Hermès Silk Scarf Christophe Colomb Decouvre l'Amerique 12 Oct 1492

Hermès Silk Scarf Christophe Colomb Decouvre l'Amerique 12 Oct 1492

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare and Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Scarf Print: "Christophe Colomb découvre l'Amérique 12 Octobre 1492" Designed by Carl de Parcevaux in 1992 A true collector scarf ! Made in Fra...

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1990s French Fashion

Chrome hearts turquoise leather bag
Chrome hearts turquoise leather bag

Chrome hearts turquoise leather bag

By Chrome Hearts

Located in Capri, IT

Chrome hearts baby blue leather shoulder bag measurements in cm 15*22*4

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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion

Vintage 1940s Blue Polkadot Cotton Day Dress US 0 UK 4
Vintage 1940s Blue Polkadot Cotton Day Dress US 0 UK 4

Vintage 1940s Blue Polkadot Cotton Day Dress US 0 UK 4

Located in Nashville, TN

This darling 1940's French Blue cotton day dress, with a pattern of embroidered white polkadots and delicate lace details, is just the piece to add to your seasonal vintage collectio...

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1940s Fashion

LOUIS VUITTON x MURAKAMI blue 2025 MONOGRAM DENIM CERISE Bucket Hat 58
LOUIS VUITTON x MURAKAMI blue 2025 MONOGRAM DENIM CERISE Bucket Hat 58

LOUIS VUITTON x MURAKAMI blue 2025 MONOGRAM DENIM CERISE Bucket Hat 58

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Louis Vuitton x Takeshi Murakami bucket hat in denim blue soft Monogram cotton (100%) with vibrant Cerise print. Crafted from supple, lightweight cotton, it features a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion

HERMES Tie blue & Caban Swift leather QUELLE IDOLE KELLY DOLL Bag Phw
HERMES Tie blue & Caban Swift leather QUELLE IDOLE KELLY DOLL Bag Phw

HERMES Tie blue & Caban Swift leather QUELLE IDOLE KELLY DOLL Bag Phw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Quelle Idole Kelly bag in Bleu Tié Veau Swift leather with contrasting Caban details. This highly coveted and rare Hermès collectors piece — also known as the K...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion

Hermès Constance Wallet
Hermès Constance Wallet

Hermès Constance Wallet

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Colvert Alligator Mississipiensis leather Enamel H buckle on palladium hardware Interior card slot panel on each side and zipper Comes with original box. Condition: Very Good This pr...

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2010s European Fashion

Tom Ford for Gucci Spring 1999 Teal Blue Tropical Flower Print Skirt
Tom Ford for Gucci Spring 1999 Teal Blue Tropical Flower Print Skirt

Tom Ford for Gucci Spring 1999 Teal Blue Tropical Flower Print Skirt

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Tom Ford for Gucci Spring '99 iconic blue floral print silk skirt as seen on the runway. Turquoise blue print with pink, yellow, and green floral motif. Frilly ruffle hem. Red leathe...

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20th Century Fashion

1960s Kiki Hart Vintage Sapphire Blue Silk Jeweled Mod 60s Shift Cocktail Dress
1960s Kiki Hart Vintage Sapphire Blue Silk Jeweled Mod 60s Shift Cocktail Dress

1960s Kiki Hart Vintage Sapphire Blue Silk Jeweled Mod 60s Shift Cocktail Dress

By Kiki Hart, Kiki Hart New York

Located in San Diego, CA

Best fits a modern US size 8, though the relaxed shift silhouette may also accommodate some modern size 10 proportions depending on desired fit. Due to the clean, minimally seamed construction, the dress could also easily be tailored smaller by a skilled seamstress if desired. Bust: 38 inches Waist: 36 inches Hips: 40 inches Length (top back shoulder seam to hem): 38 inches A striking and exceptionally chic 1960s Kiki Hart electric sapphire blue silk shift dress featuring an ornate jeweled neckline with metallic soutache embroidery and pastel rhinestone embellishment throughout the elongated front placket. The contrast between the clean architectural silhouette and richly embellished neckline gives this piece that unmistakable late 1960s couture salon feel. The silhouette is a classic mod-inspired shift with subtle A-line influence, designed to float away from the body rather than cling to it. The jeweled neckline evokes a glamorous hybrid of Palm Beach hostess dressing, Pierre Cardin minimalism, and caftan-inspired resort elegance. The vivid sapphire silk paired with the pastel jeweled trim creates an almost jewel-box effect in motion. Jewels are beautiful vivid tones of hot pink, green, baby pink, yellow, baby blue and gold embroidery. Beautifully constructed with a structured couture-style shell, sleeveless cut, and hidden zipper closure at the back, with pockets at each side of the waist. This dress feels equally appropriate for cocktail events, resort evenings, collectors of important 1960s fashion, or styled more minimally with modern accessories for a timeless editorial look. Kiki Hart became known during the 1960s for refined boutique cocktail and occasion wear that balanced clean mod silhouettes with rich embellishment and luxurious textiles. Her designs often carried an understated couture influence, blending sophisticated socialite dressing with the era’s emerging modernist lines. Today, surviving Kiki Hart garments are increasingly sought after for their elegance, wearability, and salon-quality construction. Best fits a modern US size 8, though the relaxed shift silhouette may also accommodate some modern size 10 proportions depending on desired fit. Due to the clean, minimally seamed construction, the dress could also easily be tailored smaller by a skilled seamstress if desired. Bust: 38 inches Waist: 36 inches Hips: 40 inches Length (top back shoulder seam to hem): 38 inches Excellent vintage condition. 1960s Kiki Hart dress, sapphire blue silk dress, jeweled neckline dress...

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1960s American Fashion

Vintage 1930's Silk Chiffon Floral Fringed Scarf 1930s Cerulean Blue Scarf
Vintage 1930's Silk Chiffon Floral Fringed Scarf 1930s Cerulean Blue Scarf

Vintage 1930's Silk Chiffon Floral Fringed Scarf 1930s Cerulean Blue Scarf

Located in Nashville, TN

A marvel to behold. This original 1930's cerulean blue silk chiffon shawl, with a pattern of blooming florals in shades of, tan, brown, green and dark green, is a rare piece to behol...

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1930s Fashion

Hermès Tea Time Silk Scarf Pink Beige Jonathan Burton 26'
Hermès Tea Time Silk Scarf Pink Beige Jonathan Burton 26'

Hermès Tea Time Silk Scarf Pink Beige Jonathan Burton 26'

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Lovely Authentic Hermès Scarf Print: "TEA TIME" Designed by Jonathan Burton Made in France Made of 100% twill silk Colorways: rose pâle/beige/vieux rose (pale pink / beige / o...

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2010s French Fashion

John Galliano Silk Charmeuse Peacock Teal Bow Bust Gown, Made in Italy
John Galliano Silk Charmeuse Peacock Teal Bow Bust Gown, Made in Italy

John Galliano Silk Charmeuse Peacock Teal Bow Bust Gown, Made in Italy

By John Galliano

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Designed by John Galliano for his eponymous label, this elegant silk charmeuse gown exemplifies the designer’s softer, more romantic approach to evening dressing. Rendered in a rich ...

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Early 2000s French Fashion

VERSACE S/S 2020 silk shirt Jungle
VERSACE S/S 2020 silk shirt Jungle

VERSACE S/S 2020 silk shirt Jungle

By Versace

Located in Rubiera, RE

VERSACE S/S 2020 COLLECTION Silk shirt "Jungle" 100% silk Made in Italy Size IT 40 - US 6 Flat measures: Length cm. 70 Shoulders cm. 40 Bust cm. 49 Sleeve cm. 68 Missing bottom butto...

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2010s Italian Fashion

Lanvin Mod 1970s Vibrant Foliage Vine Print Belted Gown
Lanvin Mod 1970s Vibrant Foliage Vine Print Belted Gown

Lanvin Mod 1970s Vibrant Foliage Vine Print Belted Gown

By Lanvin Paris

Located in University City, MO

Lanvin Paris Mod 1970s vibrant foliage vine print poly knit gown The chic poly knit gown is designed with a row of matching fabric covered buttons that run down the front Designed ...

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1970s French Fashion

Gorgeous Hermès Silk Scarf La Vallee de Cristal Blue Ugo Bienvenu 88 cm
Gorgeous Hermès Silk Scarf La Vallee de Cristal Blue Ugo Bienvenu 88 cm

Gorgeous Hermès Silk Scarf La Vallee de Cristal Blue Ugo Bienvenu 88 cm

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Beautiful Authentic Hermès Scarf Print: "La Vallée de Cristal" (the crystal valley) Designed by Ugo Bienvenu, 2023 collection Made in France Made of 100% twill silk Colorways: B...

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2010s French Fashion

Castelbajac KO and CO Silk Hand Painted Button Up Shirt, RARE, 1990s
Castelbajac KO and CO Silk Hand Painted Button Up Shirt, RARE, 1990s

Castelbajac KO and CO Silk Hand Painted Button Up Shirt, RARE, 1990s

By Castelbajac

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An incredible piece from the man behind many iconic pop culture fashion moments, Jean-Charles de Castelbajac. This button up dates to the 90s and it's from JCDC's first label, KO & C...

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20th Century Fashion

Sac Hermès Birkin 35 Taurillon Clémence Bleu Jean 2009
Sac Hermès Birkin 35 Taurillon Clémence Bleu Jean 2009

Sac Hermès Birkin 35 Taurillon Clémence Bleu Jean 2009

By Hermès

Located in SÈVRES, FR

Hermès Birkin 35 en cuir taurillon Clémence bleu jean, finitions palladium. Daté de 2009, bon état avec léger défaut au fermoir. Élégant et authentique. Ce Birkin 35 Hermès en cuir ...

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Early 2000s French Fashion

Hermès Delage Cabriolet Print Ashtray Porcelain
Hermès Delage Cabriolet Print Ashtray Porcelain

Hermès Delage Cabriolet Print Ashtray Porcelain

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Exceptional Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: Delage D6 or D8 (sorry for my ignorance :) Delage is a famous french luxury cars brand, founded in 1905 by Louis Delage Delage was re...

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20th Century French Fashion

Fashion: Shop Vintage Clothing, Haute Couture and More

Fashion is littered with stories we can’t help but consume with voracity. Behind the world’s revered luxury houses and designers, there are often accounts of modest beginnings that gave way to the resonant work we’ve cherished all of our lives.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel learned to sew under the tutelage of nuns in an orphanage. Later, as an impoverished teenager at a boarding school in central France, clad in the drab clothes of the underclass compared to those of her classmates, she furthered her needlework skills. By the early 1900s, she was helming a hat shop with help from her sister and her aunt.

Chanel made spare, unadorned hats at first, and the now-momentous “little black dress,” published in the form of a sketch in Vogue in 1926, symbolized her intention to design for all social classes. Working with simple lines and ordinary fabrics, Chanel created garments that she hoped would encourage women to leave extravagant clothes behind. The young milliner would soon become pivotal to the evolution of both covetable casual wear and handmade high-fashion apparel, building a brand that has influenced countless designers all over the world.

“Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only,” Chanel said. “Fashion is in the sky, in the street; fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.”

Around the same time, a young former hotel bellboy named Guccio Gucci began to sell imported leather luggage from a small retail space in his native Florence, and it wouldn’t be long before he was overseeing a number of artisans who were making leather goods and other accessories. With the help of his sons, he opened a second shop in Rome and later launched his handbags, wallets and more.

There are people like Chanel and Gucci, sometimes of meager means, working in near obscurity to create lasting and innovative garments and accessories that today fill the interiors of our favorite boutiques and, ultimately, the closets of our home.

There are family-owned luxury-goods companies, such as Hermès in Paris, which began as a saddle manufacturer in the 1800s, serving the era’s carriage trade before it would expand to include venerable handbags as well as its numerous silk scarves, each emblazoned with a richly decorative design.

For many of us, the narratives behind the ornate monograms that adorn these iconic works are just as important as the items themselves.

Haute couture from the House of Chanel — practical, form-fitting evening dresses and menswear made of fine tweeds — has a long lineage, but now it’s earned a legitimate place in museums as often as it has in the homes of modern marquee influencers. Vintage Yves Saint Laurent leather clutches and handbags couldn’t have aged better over time, either. The French luxury fashion label’s long history of vibrant, gender-blurring designs, including the revolutionary Mondrian minidress in 1965, owe to the creative inclinations of a young Yves, who made paper dolls as a child and designed dresses for the women in his family by the time he was a teenager.

The appeal of vintage and designer clothing — whether it’s nostalgia for ’80s fashion treasures like oversize blazers or the bright and elaborate patterns that characterize sundresses of the 1960s — endures, and our appetite for irreplaceable garments as well as their riveting origin stories won’t recede anytime soon. An authentic handbag or purse from Hermès isn’t merely durable and alluring. The Birkin, for example, is hand-sewn according to Hermès’s centuries-old saddle-stitching technique, comes in a variety of exotic leathers and is also a savvy investment.

“The Birkin’s value has consistently risen and never fluctuated downward,” says Reece Morgan, head of handbags and accessories for Xupes, citing the fact that “production has been highly limited to maintain its unattainable aura.” In fact, he adds, Hermès has been “scaling back production each year.”

Today, we’re captivated by the work of prodigious Illinois-born talent Virgil Abloh, who not only triumphed in the fashion world with his Milan-based streetwear label Off-White, but was also a visual artist, a furniture designer and more. In 2018, Abloh, who learned about fashion from his seamstress mother, became one of the first Black designers to head a French luxury fashion house, having secured an artistic director role at Louis Vuitton.

“His clothing turns wearers into accomplices of his grand artistic scheme,” Michael Darling, the chief curator at Chicago’s Museum of Contemporary Art, wrote of Abloh’s work.

On 1stDibs, you can revel in the stories behind the fashion we love and browse everything from classic, one-of-a-kind gowns crafted by Parisian couturiers to stylish, modern streetwear designed by forward-looking brands. Shop 19th-century Louis Vuitton trunks or kaleidoscopic and colorful 1960s skirts by Emilio Pucci or edgy ensembles by visionary designers like Azzedine Alaïa. Your fashion journey begins right here.