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1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown
1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown

1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown

By Philip Hulitar

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This vintage Phillip Hulitar 1950s, ivory silk chiffon and black velvet cocktail dress is the perfect party dress or great for wedding. Gown has intricate black velvet, ivory silk chiffon, pearl encrusted, leaf-motif bodice and its double-layer, silk chiffon ballroom skirt...

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1950s American Fashion

KAAT TILLEY 90's Vintage Ivory Silk Long Sleeve Bridal Gown Wedding Dress
KAAT TILLEY 90's Vintage Ivory Silk Long Sleeve Bridal Gown Wedding Dress

KAAT TILLEY 90's Vintage Ivory Silk Long Sleeve Bridal Gown Wedding Dress

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Kaat Tilley Vintage 1990's Warmed toned Ivory 100% raw silk Delicate sheer sleeves and illusion neckline Voluminous Adjustable corset back String details Front zip Size F38 No flaws ...

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1990s Fashion

Vintage 1930s Opal Green Silk Lamé Evening Gown US 10 UK 14
Vintage 1930s Opal Green Silk Lamé Evening Gown US 10 UK 14

Vintage 1930s Opal Green Silk Lamé Evening Gown US 10 UK 14

Located in Nashville, TN

This mesmerising 1930's opal green silk and silver lamé evening gown, with an intricate and bold floral pattern, is a rare piece to behold The V shaped neckline, draws the eye to th...

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1930s American Fashion

Hermès CHAT CHAT CHAT Silk Scarf Navy Black Grey Dancing Cats SOLD OUT
Hermès CHAT CHAT CHAT Silk Scarf Navy Black Grey Dancing Cats SOLD OUT

Hermès CHAT CHAT CHAT Silk Scarf Navy Black Grey Dancing Cats SOLD OUT

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Adorable Authentic Hermès Scarf Print: "CHAT CHAT CHAT" A play on words based on the identical pronunciation of the "Cha-cha-cha" dance and the French word for cat (*chat*). Combi...

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2010s French Fashion

Off white cocktail dress with chain mail fringes on the bottom PACO RABANNE
Off white cocktail dress with chain mail fringes on the bottom PACO RABANNE

Off white cocktail dress with chain mail fringes on the bottom PACO RABANNE

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off white cocktail dress with chain mail fringes on the bottom. Main fabric composition: 100% polyester. Mesh is made of aluminium. High waisted fabric belt and belt-loop. Eyelet and...

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2010s Malagasy Fashion

Vintage 1930's Cream Silk Satin Cowl Neck Wedding Gown Small Train US 0 UK 4
Vintage 1930's Cream Silk Satin Cowl Neck Wedding Gown Small Train US 0 UK 4

Vintage 1930's Cream Silk Satin Cowl Neck Wedding Gown Small Train US 0 UK 4

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the most incredible cream silk satin, and finished with delicate matching covered button and loop fastenings, this magnificent 1930's gown is a true piece of fashion hist...

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1930s American Fashion

Pale lilac rayon backless dress ALAIA
Pale lilac rayon backless dress ALAIA

Pale lilac rayon backless dress ALAIA

By Alaïa

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Pale lilac rayon backless dress . Snap closure on the middle back. See-through on the bottom. New with tag Shorter lenght : 100cm Longer lenght : 110cm SIZE 36 (It) 32 (Fr) XXS

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2010s Italian Fashion

Prada Spring Summer 1998 Runway Silk and Latex Top
Prada Spring Summer 1998 Runway Silk and Latex Top

Prada Spring Summer 1998 Runway Silk and Latex Top

By Miuccia Prada, Prada

Located in Berlin, BE

Prada Spring Summer 1998 Runway Silk and Latex Top with original tags Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection / Year: Spring Summer 1998 Material: Silk and latex Made in Ita...

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1990s European Fashion

Vintage Beaded Tulle Mesh Scarf Wrap with Statement Fringe Tassels
Vintage Beaded Tulle Mesh Scarf Wrap with Statement Fringe Tassels

Vintage Beaded Tulle Mesh Scarf Wrap with Statement Fringe Tassels

Located in Honolulu, HI

Crafted on a delicate cream-toned tulle mesh, this piece features intricate tonal embroidery accented with subtle glass seed beadwork throughout the lace motifs. The hem is dramatic ...

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Late 20th Century American Fashion

Florida License Plate Custom Made Handbag With Crystals
Florida License Plate Custom Made Handbag With Crystals

Florida License Plate Custom Made Handbag With Crystals

Located in New York, NY

Florida recycled license plate tag custom made vintage handbag.Snap closure Metal embellished with different colors crystals Lined in felt.Please see pictures for condition reference...

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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion

Vintage 1930's Ice Blue Rayon & Pink Lace Nightdress Gown US 8-10 UK 4-6
Vintage 1930's Ice Blue Rayon & Pink Lace Nightdress Gown US 8-10 UK 4-6

Vintage 1930's Ice Blue Rayon & Pink Lace Nightdress Gown US 8-10 UK 4-6

Located in Nashville, TN

This elegant 1930's gown, rendered in the palest shade of ice blue silk rayon, decorated with pink lace accents and finished with a baby blue bow detail, is just the piece to welcom...

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1930s American Fashion

Exquisite Lynx Coat Light weight Mid lenght
Exquisite Lynx Coat Light weight Mid lenght

Exquisite Lynx Coat Light weight Mid lenght

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Beautiful high quality very stylish vintage lynx/bobcat coat Rare to find We offer more exclusive items, view our front store Details: Very soft, supple and light weight With 2 si...

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20th Century Unknown Fashion

Hermès Plumes en Fete Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf Feathers White Blue Gold
Hermès Plumes en Fete Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf Feathers White Blue Gold

Hermès Plumes en Fete Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf Feathers White Blue Gold

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Shawl Print: "Plumes en Fête" (feathers celebrating) Designed by Aline Honoré, issued in 2020 Made in France Made of 70% Cashmere and 30% Silk Colorwa...

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2010s French Fashion

Silk printed mini dress ROBERTO CAVALLI
Silk printed mini dress ROBERTO CAVALLI

Silk printed mini dress ROBERTO CAVALLI

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Silk printed mini dress . Main fabric composition: silk. Lining : cupro Zip closure on the middle back. Authenticity hologram SIZE : M

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2010s Romanian Fashion

Hermes Green Tri-Color Ostrich Kelly Retourne 32 Handbag PHW
Hermes Green Tri-Color Ostrich Kelly Retourne 32 Handbag PHW

Hermes Green Tri-Color Ostrich Kelly Retourne 32 Handbag PHW

By Hermès

Located in Toronto, ON

Hermes Green Tri-Color Ostrich Kelly Retourne 32 Handbag PHW Limited edition Bamboo swift, etoupe clemence, and vert veronese ostrich leathers palladium plated brass hardware White ...

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2010s French Fashion

KIESELSTEIN-CORD light blue PYTHON FROG FRAME Shoulder Bag
KIESELSTEIN-CORD light blue PYTHON FROG FRAME Shoulder Bag

KIESELSTEIN-CORD light blue PYTHON FROG FRAME Shoulder Bag

By KIESELSTEIN-CORD

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Kieselstein-Cord shoulder bag in light blue and grey python. Features a structured frame construction with a long flat shoulder strap and gold Art Bronze hardware, hig...

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1990s Italian Fashion

$3990 New With Tags Oscar De La Renta SILK Kimono Coat
$3990 New With Tags Oscar De La Renta SILK Kimono Coat

$3990 New With Tags Oscar De La Renta SILK Kimono Coat

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Conroe, TX

New With Tags $3990 Oscar De La Renta Silk Kimono Coat Spring Runway 2019 Marked Size: S but due to the style, we consider this One Size Sash Tie at Waist Length at Back 53" Across ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion

Emilio Pucci Python Snakeskin Runway Pumps Heels S/S 2019 Sz 38.5 $1350
Emilio Pucci Python Snakeskin Runway Pumps Heels S/S 2019 Sz 38.5 $1350

Emilio Pucci Python Snakeskin Runway Pumps Heels S/S 2019 Sz 38.5 $1350

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Emilio Pucci $1350 S/S 2019 Worn Once for a Fashion Show Minimal Signs of Wear to Sole Insole, Uppers, Snakeskin and Heel are Perfect Size: 38.5 Blue Python Pink, Blue & Black L...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion

Roberto Cavalli Y2K Fur-Print Denim Jeans with Crystal Charm
Roberto Cavalli Y2K Fur-Print Denim Jeans with Crystal Charm

Roberto Cavalli Y2K Fur-Print Denim Jeans with Crystal Charm

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Basaluzzo, IT

Roberto Cavalli Y2K vintage jeans in gray denim with a spectacular all-over fur-effect print, one of the Italian designer’s most recognizable aesthetic signatures from the early 2000...

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Early 2000s Fashion

Gucci Dark Gray Leather Platform Boots Sz 6
Gucci Dark Gray Leather Platform Boots Sz 6

Gucci Dark Gray Leather Platform Boots Sz 6

By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Gucci Platform Boots Worn Twice Excellent Condition * Rare Platform Boots * U.S. Size: 6 * Soft Gray Leather * Gold Hardware * Gold Toe Tips * 1.5...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion

New W/ Tags Chanel S/S 2016 Kendall Jenner Runway Skirt & Jacket Suit
New W/ Tags Chanel S/S 2016 Kendall Jenner Runway Skirt & Jacket Suit

New W/ Tags Chanel S/S 2016 Kendall Jenner Runway Skirt & Jacket Suit

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Conroe, TX

Rare Karl Lagerfeld Chanel Spring 2016 Runway Suit New With Tags Kendall Jenner wore this model for the Iconic "Airport" Runway Show Size French 38 Unique plastic covered Hem through...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion

1960s Pierre Cardin Vintage Mod Linen Dress and Sash Belt
1960s Pierre Cardin Vintage Mod Linen Dress and Sash Belt

1960s Pierre Cardin Vintage Mod Linen Dress and Sash Belt

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Sparks, NV

Vintage 1960s linen dress by Pierre Cardin with contrasting mod stitching and a matching sash belt. Details: Fully Lined Front Pockets Matching Sash Front Button and Snap Closure C...

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1960s French Fashion

Vintage 1930s floral print rayon dress front day dress US 6 UK 10
Vintage 1930s floral print rayon dress front day dress US 6 UK 10

Vintage 1930s floral print rayon dress front day dress US 6 UK 10

Located in Nashville, TN

This wonderful 1930's floral print 1930's rayon dress in a palette of pinks, purples, whites and greys set against a simple white background, is a wonderful statement piece to add to...

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1930s American Fashion

Hermès Vintage Kelly Bag 32 cm Crinoline Horse Hair New GHW from SPA
Hermès Vintage Kelly Bag 32 cm Crinoline Horse Hair New GHW from SPA

Hermès Vintage Kelly Bag 32 cm Crinoline Horse Hair New GHW from SPA

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Exceptional Authentic Hermès KELLY bag Outside stitching for a rigid shape Made in France Stamp V in circle (1992) Made of crinoline (Horse Hair) and smooth leather NEW yellow g...

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1990s French Fashion

1950s Retro Silver Silk, and White Beads Hand-Crafted Italian Evening Bag
1950s Retro Silver Silk, and White Beads Hand-Crafted Italian Evening Bag

1950s Retro Silver Silk, and White Beads Hand-Crafted Italian Evening Bag

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Step out in classic mid-century glamour with this authentic 1950s Italian evening bag. Featuring a lustrous white silk lining and a striking exterior, this vintage handbag is encrust...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Fashion

1970s Pale Blue Jersey Knit Maxi Dress with Prong-Set Rhinestones + Long Sleeves
1970s Pale Blue Jersey Knit Maxi Dress with Prong-Set Rhinestones + Long Sleeves

1970s Pale Blue Jersey Knit Maxi Dress with Prong-Set Rhinestones + Long Sleeves

By Dan Lee

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous vintage 1970s jersey knit maxi dress with prong-set rhinestones and long sleeves. Scoop neck and long length. Details: Unlined Back Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size...

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1970s American Fashion

Long see-through tulle long dress with check pattern CHRISTIAN DIOR
Long see-through tulle long dress with check pattern CHRISTIAN DIOR

Long see-through tulle long dress with check pattern CHRISTIAN DIOR

By Christian Dior

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Long see-through tulle long dress with check pattern and ruffles. Invisible zip closure on the left side. Detachable collar with button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. S...

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2010s French Fashion

MARIA GRACHVOGEL Vintage Mauve Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress
MARIA GRACHVOGEL Vintage Mauve Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress

MARIA GRACHVOGEL Vintage Mauve Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Maria Grachvogel Vintage 100% pure silk Opalescent purple mauve Pullover The neckline can be pulled taught across, cowl, off one shoulder, etc Size UK 10 Excellent vtg condition, sl...

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Early 2000s Fashion

Fendi x Versace "Fendace" Baguette 3-Way Shoulder Clutch Crossbody Bag
Fendi x Versace "Fendace" Baguette 3-Way Shoulder Clutch Crossbody Bag

Fendi x Versace "Fendace" Baguette 3-Way Shoulder Clutch Crossbody Bag

By Fendi, Versace

Located in PUTNEY, NSW

A coveted piece from the iconic Fendi x Versace "Fendace" collaboration, this statement Baguette bag celebrates the fusion of two legendary Italian fashion houses. Crafted from smoot...

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2010s European Fashion

Vintage Burberry oversized sunglasses, Faux tortoiseshell and gold tone
Vintage Burberry oversized sunglasses, Faux tortoiseshell and gold tone

Vintage Burberry oversized sunglasses, Faux tortoiseshell and gold tone

By Burberry

Located in NEWARK, GB

Pre-Loved Burberry Oversized Tortoiseshell Sunglasses A fabulous pair of pre-loved Burberry sunglasses in a striking oversized style, combining glamorous faux tortoiseshell celluloi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion

Alexander Wang x Bvlgari Serpenti Forever Green 3-Way Small Bag
Alexander Wang x Bvlgari Serpenti Forever Green 3-Way Small Bag

Alexander Wang x Bvlgari Serpenti Forever Green 3-Way Small Bag

By Bulgari

Located in PUTNEY, NSW

A striking limited-edition piece from the Alexander Wang x Bvlgari collaboration, this small Serpenti bag reinterprets Bvlgari’s iconic snake motif with Alexander Wang’s contemporary...

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2010s European Fashion

Vintage 1970s Lightweight Fur Coat
Vintage 1970s Lightweight Fur Coat

Vintage 1970s Lightweight Fur Coat

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage 1970s Fur Coat This stunning vintage coat from the 1970s is crafted from luxurious lynx fur, showcasing its signature soft texture and beautif...

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1970s Belgian Fashion

Artisan Suede and Canvas Jacket with Skin and Beaded Trims
Artisan Suede and Canvas Jacket with Skin and Beaded Trims

Artisan Suede and Canvas Jacket with Skin and Beaded Trims

Located in Alford, MA

Definitely a one-of-a-kind piece, this pastel-colored artisan jacket is composed of various materials, primarily suede and canvas, and is trimmed in snakeskin and spotted fur strips....

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Late 20th Century American Fashion

Early 2000s Escada Size 12 Pink Multicolor Tweed Floral Silk Lined Blazer Jacket
Early 2000s Escada Size 12 Pink Multicolor Tweed Floral Silk Lined Blazer Jacket

Early 2000s Escada Size 12 Pink Multicolor Tweed Floral Silk Lined Blazer Jacket

By Escada, Escada Margaretha Ley

Located in San Diego, CA

Marked Size 44 / US 12 Measurements: Bust: 44 inches Waist: 38 inches Hips: Not applicable 17 inches from back shoulder seam to seam This early 2000s Escada blazer is a fabulous example of the house’s exuberant approach to color and feminine tailoring. Crafted from a textured cotton, rayon and silk blend, the jacket features a pale pink and ivory tweed woven with multicolor accents of blue, turquoise, green, yellow, fuchsia and purple. One of its best details is the vibrant floral contrast lining, rendered in saturated shades of pink, fuchsia, turquoise, blue, orange, green and purple. The lining was clearly designed to be seen and gives the jacket multiple styling personalities. Wear the sleeves full length for a classic tailored look, turn the cuffs outward to reveal the floral lining, or scrunch the sleeves up toward the elbows for a more relaxed, contemporary silhouette. The collar can be worn traditionally or popped up to expose the floral underside, allowing you to dramatically change the look of the jacket without adding a thing. The front is finished with three pale pink Escada bluebell-embossed buttons with gold-tone detailing. Notched lapels, softly structured shoulders and shaping through the waist create the polished, feminine silhouette associated with Escada tailoring of the period. This is an especially versatile jacket for styling. Pair it with white or cream trousers and strappy heels for a polished spring or summer look; wear it with jeans and the sleeves pushed up for something more casual; or pick up one of the colors in the tweed with turquoise, cobalt blue, fuchsia or green trousers, shoes or a handbag. It would also look fantastic over a simple silk camisole or fitted dress for a luncheon, cocktail event, resort dinner or daytime occasion. Era: Early 2000s Designer: Escada Marked Size: EU 44 / US 12 Fabric: Cotton, rayon and silk blend Measurements: Bust: 44 inches Waist: 38 inches 17 inches from back shoulder seam to seam A wonderfully colorful and highly wearable early 2000s Escada tweed...

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Early 2000s German 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.

Questions About Fashion

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    The point of runway fashion is to provide a sample of a fashion house's latest offerings. Couture maisons present innovative, creative works during fashion shows to demonstrate what is currently inspiring their designers. Since most luxury fashion houses produce custom pieces to order, runway fashion is a way to spark interest and attract clientele. In addition, the looks featured in runway fashion shows tend to set trends that ready-to-wear and fast fashion labels incorporate into their pieces each season. Explore a variety of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, you can wear couture in real life. The key to introducing couture pieces into your everyday wardrobe is to select looks that are versatile. For example, you might invest in classics that you can mix and match in different ways, like a little black dress or a blazer in a solid, neutral hue like beige or gray. Or, you might select bolder couture bags, shoes and accessories to wear with things that you already have in your wardrobe. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of apparel, shoes, bags and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Madeleine Vionnet created two innovations that would revolutionize women's fashion. The first is the bias cut, the practice of cutting fabric at a 45-degree angle to its grain to enhance its stretch and allow it to flow more freely. In addition, Vionnet pioneered new draping methods, reducing the number of seams and fastening needed to produce a dress. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Jeanne Paquin is famous for her work as a fashion designer. In 1891, she founded her own atelier, the Maison Paquin, from which she produced romantic yet exotic garments for her prestigious clientele. Many people credit Paquin as being the first financially successful female fashion designer. For her achievements, she was named to the French Legion of Honor in 1913. Shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between heritage and vintage is that one term relates to a specific timeframe, while the other does not. Vintage is the term for any item that is more than 20 years old but less than 100 years old. Heritage refers to something that has historical or cultural value. When discussing fashion, people sometimes call pieces that have a long history heritage pieces, whether the brand manufactured them recently or 80 years ago. Find a diverse assortment of vintage apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Paris is called the fashion capital of the world for two main reasons. First, the city is home to Paris Fashion Week, a semiannual series of fashion shows organized by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode. The event dates back to 1973, when the inaugural fashion week took place. The second reason is that several luxury fashion houses have their headquarters in Paris. Among them are Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Saint Laurent, Hermès, Balmain, Givenchy and Chloe. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of apparel, bags, shoes and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The first fashion designer was Charles Frederick Worth. Born in England in 1825, Worth apprenticed for textile merchants and relocated to Paris. There, after gaining experience in sales, the British tailor opened a dressmaking department for a large French company before he started a workshop of tailors and seamstresses who produced his early designs for the Parisian elite. Worth was an innovator and an influencer of his day. While his achievements, which include helping pioneer modern couture, are of great historical significance, they shouldn’t overshadow those of important early women in fashion such as Marie Callot Gerber and Jeanne Paquin. After all, fashion takes a village. On 1stDibs, shop a range of historical, vintage and contemporary apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    The difference between high fashion and haute couture comes down to official recognition. For its pieces to be legally called haute couture, a fashion house must meet the standards set forth by the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Paris, which publishes a list of haute couture labels every year. High fashion is a general term for pieces designed and tailored to order that sell at aspirational price points. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Fashion designers create apparel, bags, shoes and accessories. Their work begins with sketches that show how the pieces will look. After they make illustrations, they produce patterns and select the fabrics and other materials that will go into producing the finished items. Designers also help to oversee the manufacturing process to ensure that garments and accessories reflect their visions. Shop a large collection of apparel, shoes, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What vintage-style clothing is called varies. Vintage-style clothing is the term for apparel that draws inspiration from pieces produced 20 years ago or more. Some people refer to it as retro or retro-influenced clothing. Because it was manufactured more recently than authentic vintage clothing, clothing that is vintage style is classified as contemporary. Shop a wide range of vintage apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between a dress designer and a fashion designer is what these design professionals create. A dress designer is someone who specifically creates custom dresses. Fashion designers may also design dresses, as well as many other types of clothing and accessories, such as blouses, suits, skirts, trousers, jeans, handbags and shoes. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of apparel and accessories.