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Color:  Red
Halton 1970s Spring 1976 Runway Red Silk One Shoulder Documented Vintage Gown
Halton 1970s Spring 1976 Runway Red Silk One Shoulder Documented Vintage Gown

Halton 1970s Spring 1976 Runway Red Silk One Shoulder Documented Vintage Gown

By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston

Located in San Diego, CA

Approximately Size Small Bust: 34 inches Waist: 30 inches Hips: 36 inches Length top back shoulder seam to hem: 58 inches An exceptional Vintage 1970s Halston red silk gown from the designer’s documented Spring 1976 Made to Order collection. A superb example of Halston’s famously fluid, body-conscious approach to American eveningwear. The Halston Made to Order Spring 1976 Ready to Wear collection was presented in New York on December 4, 1975, and is preserved in the Fairchild Archive/WWD photographic archive. A closely related version of this design was photographed on the runway in black, providing important archival documentation for the design and collection. The runway gown shares the distinctive asymmetric one-shoulder concept and gathered neckline, while differing slightly in its shoulder treatment and overall draping. Rendered here in a striking lipstick red, the gown has an extraordinarily clean, sensual bias silhouette. The asymmetric neckline sweeps diagonally across the body with soft gathering and rises into a narrow single-shoulder strap finished with a dramatic self-fabric tie. The fluid fabric follows the body without the rigid construction associated with traditional evening gowns, creating the effortless movement for which Halston’s 1970s designs became celebrated. The long column silhouette skims the bust, waist and hips before falling toward the ankle, with subtle asymmetry and movement at the hem. Equally striking from the back, the gown’s diagonal neckline and fluid draping create a different composition from every angle. A particularly desirable piece for a collector of 1970s American designer fashion, Halston eveningwear, documented runway designs, or minimalist vintage gowns. The brilliant red color also makes this an extraordinary choice for a gala, formal dinner, wedding reception, red-carpet event or evening occasion. Approximately Size Small Bust: 34 inches Waist: 30 inches Hips: 36 inches Length top back shoulder seam to hem: 58 inches Archival Documentation Collection: Halston Made to Order Spring 1976 Ready to Wear Presentation: December 4, 1975, New York City Archival source: Fairchild Archive/WWD via Getty Images Runway reference: Closely related black one-shoulder version photographed during the presentation. Vintage Halston, 1970s Halston, 70s Halston, Halston gown, Halston dress, Halston evening gown, Spring 1976 Halston, Halston Made to Order, documented Halston, Halston runway, runway documented gown, vintage runway gown, red silk gown, red Halston dress, one shoulder gown, asymmetric gown, 1970s evening dress, 70s evening gown...

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1970s American Fashion

Orange guipure dress GALLIANO
Orange guipure dress GALLIANO

Orange guipure dress GALLIANO

By John Galliano

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Orange guipure dress . Lace composition: modal. Sheer jersey lining until the knees. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Split on both side on the front. Adjustabl...

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Early 2000s Indian Fashion

Gucci Aubergine Silk Shawl with Decorative Stitching, Never Worn
Gucci Aubergine Silk Shawl with Decorative Stitching, Never Worn

Gucci Aubergine Silk Shawl with Decorative Stitching, Never Worn

By Gucci

Located in New Hope, PA

This Gucci aubergine silk shawl is so lovely. Generously sized for all, and the decorative stitching at each end adds a subtle and elegant element to the shawl. The long rectangula...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion

Hermès Mini Kelly Bag 20 cm Red Ostrich Gold Hdw Matching Ring Charm
Hermès Mini Kelly Bag 20 cm Red Ostrich Gold Hdw Matching Ring Charm

Hermès Mini Kelly Bag 20 cm Red Ostrich Gold Hdw Matching Ring Charm

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Adorable and Cutest ever Authentic Hermès Mini Kelly and its matching Ring Charm More photos upon request Regarding the bag: Sellier Version, rigid, so chic ! Made in France Vinta...

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1990s French Fashion

1950s Demi Couture Red Tulle 50s Cocktail Dress with Detachable Bertha Collar
1950s Demi Couture Red Tulle 50s Cocktail Dress with Detachable Bertha Collar

1950s Demi Couture Red Tulle 50s Cocktail Dress with Detachable Bertha Collar

Located in San Diego, CA

Size: US Small Bust: 34 inches Waist: 26 inches Hips: Free Length: 38 inches from top back shoulder seam to hem Exceptional 1950s demi-couture lipstick red tulle cocktail dress featuring a dramatic detachable Bertha collar and classic full-skirted New Look silhouette. Beautifully constructed and wonderfully versatile, this vintage 1950s cocktail dress...

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1950s Fashion

HERMES Rouge Tomate red Clemence leather PICOTIN 18 LOCK Bag PHW
HERMES Rouge Tomate red Clemence leather PICOTIN 18 LOCK Bag PHW

HERMES Rouge Tomate red Clemence leather PICOTIN 18 LOCK Bag PHW

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Picotin 18 Lock bag in Rouge Tomate red Taurillon Clémence leather, a vibrant hue that showcases the bag's casually elegant bucket silhouette. Crafted from luxu...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion

Red taffeta evening dress VICTOR COSTA
Red taffeta evening dress VICTOR COSTA

Red taffeta evening dress VICTOR COSTA

By Victor Costa

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Red evening dress in polyester taffetas draped on the bust. White tulle lining. Boned. Hidden zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. SIZE 36/S

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1980s American Fashion

ICEBERG 2006 Vintage Runway Silk Embellished Ruffle Gown + Shawl Maxi Dress
ICEBERG 2006 Vintage Runway Silk Embellished Ruffle Gown + Shawl Maxi Dress

ICEBERG 2006 Vintage Runway Silk Embellished Ruffle Gown + Shawl Maxi Dress

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Iceberg Vintage Runway SS06 Pink, orange, and red hues perfect for this Summer Matching shawl with fringe Beautifully embellished halter neck 100% silk Made in Italy Has an attached ...

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Early 2000s Fashion

Burgundy silk Robe with striped pattern HERMES
Burgundy silk Robe with striped pattern HERMES

Burgundy silk Robe with striped pattern HERMES

By Hermès

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Burgundy silk Robe with striped pattern.Belt and belt loop. Pocket on both side + one on the bust. SIZE XL

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Early 2000s Italian Fashion

Red backless silk chiffon evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Red backless silk chiffon evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Red backless silk chiffon evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Red backless see-through silk chiffon evening dress . Lining inside the bra only. Raw cut edge on the bottom. Top has to be tied on the back Front lenght = 148cm Back lenght = 158cm ...

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2010s Fashion

FENDI red 2017 SHINY LEATHER FLARED MIDI Skirt 36 XXS
FENDI red 2017 SHINY LEATHER FLARED MIDI Skirt 36 XXS

FENDI red 2017 SHINY LEATHER FLARED MIDI Skirt 36 XXS

By Fendi

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Fendi skirt in red glossy lacquered leather, the high-shine finish lending an arresting, boldly sculptural quality to this statement luxury Fendi silhouette. Cut to a ...

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2010s Italian Fashion

Hermès "La Danse" Red Silk Scarf
Hermès "La Danse" Red Silk Scarf

Hermès "La Danse" Red Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès "La Danse" Silk Scarf is in 100% silk with hand rolled edges, and features a pattern of ballerinas against a red background.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion

Tom Ford for Gucci Fall 1999 Red Silk Jersey Ruched Skirt
Tom Ford for Gucci Fall 1999 Red Silk Jersey Ruched Skirt

Tom Ford for Gucci Fall 1999 Red Silk Jersey Ruched Skirt

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sleek and sexy little silk jersey skirt from the runway of Tom Ford's F/W 1999 collection for Gucci. Burgundy knit silk jersey with peek-a-boo, barely-there sheer black silk chiffon ...

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1990s Italian Fashion

Hermès Vintage Evelyne Clemence III Red Leather Crossbody Bag, 1978
Hermès Vintage Evelyne Clemence III Red Leather Crossbody Bag, 1978

Hermès Vintage Evelyne Clemence III Red Leather Crossbody Bag, 1978

By Hermès

Located in Port Hope, ON

Designed by Evelyne Bertrand in 1978, at the time head of the Hermes riding department, it was initially created as a functional carryall for horse groomers. The signature H" was per...

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2010s French Fashion

New Hermès Blue Red Giraffes Silk Scarf
New Hermès Blue Red Giraffes Silk Scarf

New Hermès Blue Red Giraffes Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

New Hermes blue and red "three giraffes" in box silk scarf. Design by Alice Shirley. In original box.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion

Hermès Mini Kelly 20cm Sellier Bag Shiny Red Lizard Gold Hdw Vintage
Hermès Mini Kelly 20cm Sellier Bag Shiny Red Lizard Gold Hdw Vintage

Hermès Mini Kelly 20cm Sellier Bag Shiny Red Lizard Gold Hdw Vintage

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Adorable and Cutest ever Authentic Hermès Mini Kelly Among the most coveted Hermès bags Sellier Version, rigid, so chic ! Will come with its matching pencil case and ring scarf cl...

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Late 20th Century French Fashion

Red wool knit cardigan with belt SONIA RYKIEL
Red wool knit cardigan with belt SONIA RYKIEL

Red wool knit cardigan with belt SONIA RYKIEL

By Sonia Rykiel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Red wool knit cardigan with belt , belt-loop. Branded button and buttonhole closure on the middle front . Pocket on both side. SIZE M

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Early 2000s Italian Fashion

Galanos 1980's Red Silk Crepe Shirred Long Sleeve Gown
Galanos 1980's Red Silk Crepe Shirred Long Sleeve Gown

Galanos 1980's Red Silk Crepe Shirred Long Sleeve Gown

By Galanos

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Striking 1980's gown in fire engine red silk crepe by James Galanos. The ruched bodice and fan pleated detail at the front slit at hem showcases the designer's expertise and attenti...

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20th Century Fashion

Yves Saint Laurent YSL - Vintage Silk Stole, Long Scarf c1980s/90s
Yves Saint Laurent YSL - Vintage Silk Stole, Long Scarf c1980s/90s

Yves Saint Laurent YSL - Vintage Silk Stole, Long Scarf c1980s/90s

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in valatie, NY

Yves Saint Laurent YSL - Vintage Silk Stole, Long Scarf c80s/90s. The scarf is printed with stylized flowers and leaves. Saint Laurent (originally Yves Saint Laurent or YSL) is a pre...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion

Red high heel sandal MOSCHINO
Red high heel sandal MOSCHINO

Red high heel sandal MOSCHINO

By Moschino

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Red high heel sandal . Heel's hight : 11,5cm SHOE SIZE 40

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Early 2000s Italian Fashion

Hermès Birkin 25 Handbag in Rose Mexico Crocodile Leather, 2023 Mint
Hermès Birkin 25 Handbag in Rose Mexico Crocodile Leather, 2023 Mint

Hermès Birkin 25 Handbag in Rose Mexico Crocodile Leather, 2023 Mint

By Hermès

Located in Houston, TX

Exceptional & Extremely rare Hermès Birkin 25 handbag Special Order (HSS) in Rose Mexico Crocodile Porosus (Crocodylus Porosus) leather Gold-plated metal hardware, double pink ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion

Versus by Gianni Versace Spring/Summer 1992 Orange Cotton Mini Dress
Versus by Gianni Versace Spring/Summer 1992 Orange Cotton Mini Dress

Versus by Gianni Versace Spring/Summer 1992 Orange Cotton Mini Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage Versus by Gianni Versace dress from the Spring/Summer 1992 collection. Made from red/orange cotton, this fitted shirt dress features short sleeves, gold-tone Medusa buttons...

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1990s Fashion

CHANEL bright coral 14K CLASSIC MEDIUM FLAP VELVET Bag
CHANEL bright coral 14K CLASSIC MEDIUM FLAP VELVET Bag

CHANEL bright coral 14K CLASSIC MEDIUM FLAP VELVET Bag

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Chanel Medium Classic Double Flap shoulder bag in coral is crafted from luxurious quilted crushed velvet, offering a rich texture and vibrant, elegant color. The ...

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2010s French Fashion

1970s John Kloss red dress with slash and high slit
1970s John Kloss red dress with slash and high slit

1970s John Kloss red dress with slash and high slit

By John Kloss

Located in Austin, TX

1970s John Kloss red long sleeve dress with slash and high slit condition: Very good 31" bust, 26" waist, 28" hips, 58.75" length sz S ( Mannequin is a US size 6 for reference )

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1970s American Fashion

Moschino Polka Dress -'90s
Moschino Polka Dress -'90s

Moschino Polka Dress -'90s

By Moschino

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Moschino Polka Dress, a red dress with polka dot print and floral detail on the front, a unique piece that combines personality and distinctive style. The polka dot pattern, reimagin...

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1990s Fashion

Dries Van Noten Ciska Stretch Silk Chiffon Wrap Top Blouse
Dries Van Noten Ciska Stretch Silk Chiffon Wrap Top Blouse

Dries Van Noten Ciska Stretch Silk Chiffon Wrap Top Blouse

By Dries van Noten

Located in London, GB

Stunning Dries Van Noten Ciska stretch-silk chiffon wrap top. Unworn. Made from scarlet red silk mix, it has a double layered, draped front and semi sheer wrap back with side ties. H...

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2010s French Fashion

Issey Miyake Me Red Fringe Crinkle Pleat Tank Top
Issey Miyake Me Red Fringe Crinkle Pleat Tank Top

Issey Miyake Me Red Fringe Crinkle Pleat Tank Top

By Issey Miyake

Located in San Francisco, CA

Issey Miyake red fringe tank top from the Me Issey Miyake label. Sleeveless with crinkle pleats throughout and tassel trim at shoulders and hem. No size, best fits XS/S. See measurements. (Tonss of stretch, measurements taken unstretched. Pictured on size 2 dress...

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2010s Unknown Fashion

Jersey burgundy body-suit RITMO DI PERLA
Jersey burgundy body-suit RITMO DI PERLA

Jersey burgundy body-suit RITMO DI PERLA

By La Perla

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Jersey burgundy body-suit . Fabric composition: 13% stretch, 87% modal. Button and buttonhole closure on the top middle back. Snap closure on the bottom. Shoulder pad. SIZ 46 (It) 4...

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2010s Italian Fashion

New With Tags Kenneth Cole Poppy Sateen Jacket Trench Coat Size: Medium
New With Tags Kenneth Cole Poppy Sateen Jacket Trench Coat Size: Medium

New With Tags Kenneth Cole Poppy Sateen Jacket Trench Coat Size: Medium

By Kenneth Cole

Located in Conroe, TX

New Kenneth Cole Beige Sateen Jacket Trench Coat Size: Medium Kenneth Cole Coat Brand New w/ Tags * Stunning in Poppy, dark Coral * Sateen Overall Look and Feel * Silver and Tortoi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion

Thierry Mugler Beautiful Sculptural Red Jacket
Thierry Mugler Beautiful Sculptural Red Jacket

Thierry Mugler Beautiful Sculptural Red Jacket

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Beautiful sculptural red Thierry Mugler jacket. Cut in a gorgeous saturated red wool, the silhouette transforms tailoring into architecture. The effect is unmistakably Mugler: a dial...

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1990s European Fashion

Gianni Versace Sculptural Dress 1990s
Gianni Versace Sculptural Dress 1990s

Gianni Versace Sculptural Dress 1990s

By Gianni Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

A stunning red wool dress by Gianni Versace. It has great lines with square cut armholes, a fitted bodice and fabulous flared skirt with the back a few inches longer and fuller than ...

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1990s Italian Fashion

Gucci Monogram 2 tone Fuchsia Shawl NEW
Gucci Monogram 2 tone Fuchsia Shawl NEW

Gucci Monogram 2 tone Fuchsia Shawl NEW

By Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Gucci wool and silk mix shawl with a canvas print. The piece is in new condition and comes in the color fuchsia.

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2010s Italian Fashion

Moschino Color Block Rainbow Dress
Moschino Color Block Rainbow Dress

Moschino Color Block Rainbow Dress

By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous colorful dress with a bit of stretch from Moschino. It is is sleeveless with a crew neck and incredible brightly colored shapes each individually sewn together comprising...

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1990s Italian Fashion

Red Corduroy double breasted jacket KENZO
Red Corduroy double breasted jacket KENZO

Red Corduroy double breasted jacket KENZO

By Kenzo

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Red cotton velvet Corduroy double breasted jacket . Acetate and Bemberg lining. Button and buttonhole closure on the front. Belt in the same fabric with plastic buckle and belt-loop....

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1990s French Fashion

Red velvet down jacket with belt ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Red velvet down jacket with belt ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Red velvet down jacket with belt ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Red cotton velvet down jacket with belt . Main fabric composition: 90% goose, 10% goose feather. Lining: 57% rayon, 43% elastane. Velvet belt with gold metal branded buckle. Belt-l...

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2010s Fashion

Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10
Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10

Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly enchanting 1940's crepe silk gown, rendered in the most vibrant shade of vermilion red and embellished with gold lamé soutache embroidery surrounding floral beadwork in sh...

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1940s Fashion

Emilio Pucci Resort 2011 Raspberry Red One Shoulder Lace Mini Dress
Emilio Pucci Resort 2011 Raspberry Red One Shoulder Lace Mini Dress

Emilio Pucci Resort 2011 Raspberry Red One Shoulder Lace Mini Dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vampy lace mini dress from the Emilio Pucci Resort 2011 collection by Peter Dundas. Sexy one shoulder moment to show a little skin. Feminine body-hugging silhouette adorned in luxuri...

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20th Century Fashion

Late 1970s Lillie Rubin Red Sequin Halter Disco Glamour Evening Gown Maxi Dress
Late 1970s Lillie Rubin Red Sequin Halter Disco Glamour Evening Gown Maxi Dress

Late 1970s Lillie Rubin Red Sequin Halter Disco Glamour Evening Gown Maxi Dress

By Lillie Rubin

Located in San Diego, CA

Approximately Size XS / Small Measurements: Bust: 34 inches Waist: 24 inches Hips: 34 inches Length (top center back halter to hem): 59 inches I also have this same dress in one size up, and I also have this same dress in a royal blue color. Both are in my 1stDibs Shop ! A dazzling late 1970s Lillie Rubin evening gown that captures the unapologetic glamour of the disco era. Covered in shimmering red sequins from neckline to hem, this figure-skimming halter gown features a softly draped cowl neckline, alluring open back, and sleek column silhouette that elongates the body beautifully. The vibrant red sequin surface catches and reflects light from every angle, making this an exceptional choice for evening events, galas, holiday parties, red carpet moments, stage performances, or any occasion where making an entrance is required. The elegant halter construction balances the dramatic sparkle with a sophisticated silhouette that remains timeless decades later. A hidden zipper at the back is secured with a hook-and-eye closure for a clean finish. An additional two inches of seam allowance remains inside the hem, allowing for future lengthening if desired. Measurements: Bust: 34 inches Waist: 24 inches Hips: 34 inches Length (top center back halter to hem): 59 inches Details: * Designer: Lillie Rubin * Era: Late 1970s * Color: Red * Fully sequined exterior * Draped cowl halter neckline * Open back design * Hidden back zipper with hook-and-eye closure * Approximately 2 inches of seam allowance available for additional length * Excellent vintage eveningwear silhouette An iconic Studio 54-era statement piece that evokes the glamorous nightlife of the late 1970s while remaining remarkably wearable today. SEO Keywords: Vintage Lillie Rubin dress, 1970s sequin gown, disco dress, Studio 54 fashion...

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1970s American Fashion

Terracotta wool double breasted long coat KENZO
Terracotta wool double breasted long coat KENZO

Terracotta wool double breasted long coat KENZO

By Kenzo

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Terracotta wool double breasted long coat. Main fabric composition: 95% wool, 5% cashmere . Lining : acetate & rayon. Raglan sleeve. Button and buttonhole closure on the front. Pocke...

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1990s French Fashion

BOTTEGA VENETA red 2010 VENETA MEDIUM CROCODILE Hobo Bag
BOTTEGA VENETA red 2010 VENETA MEDIUM CROCODILE Hobo Bag

BOTTEGA VENETA red 2010 VENETA MEDIUM CROCODILE Hobo Bag

By Bottega Veneta

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Bottega Veneta Veneta Medium hobo in bright red matte crocodile, showcasing the house’s iconic supple silhouette elevated by the striking texture of exotic leather. De...

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2010s Italian 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 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.
  • 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.