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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

CHANEL RARE Camellias Brooch Tweed Ensemble
CHANEL RARE Camellias Brooch Tweed Ensemble

CHANEL RARE Camellias Brooch Tweed Ensemble

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Rarest coral tweed suit from Ad Campaign with Supermodel Daria Verbowy - Coral tweed jacket with Camellia brooch and chain accent at hem - matching tweed skirt Size mark 38 FR. Prist...

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2010s 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

KIESELSTEIN-CORD red CROCODILE TOP HANDLE Shoulder Bag
KIESELSTEIN-CORD red CROCODILE TOP HANDLE Shoulder Bag

KIESELSTEIN-CORD red CROCODILE TOP HANDLE Shoulder Bag

By KIESELSTEIN-CORD

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Kieselstein-Cord bag in bright red crocodile. Features a rigid rectangular silhouette with a structured top handle, detachable shoulder strap and light gold-tone hardw...

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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

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

Red taffetas asymmetrical draped evening dress LORIS AZZARO
Red taffetas asymmetrical draped evening dress LORIS AZZARO

Red taffetas asymmetrical draped evening dress LORIS AZZARO

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Red taffetas asymmetrical draped evening dress. Acetate or polyester lining. Boned. Ziop closure on the middle back. Front lenght : 88cm Back lenght : 142cm SIZE 34/XS

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1980s French Fashion

CHANEL Iconic Kristen Stewart Style Burgundy Jacket 36 FR
CHANEL Iconic Kristen Stewart Style Burgundy Jacket 36 FR

CHANEL Iconic Kristen Stewart Style Burgundy Jacket 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Iconic Burgundy Cashmere Jacket – Runway of the Fall 2016 Collection — as seen on Kristen Stewart in campaign imagery and on magazine covers – This jacket carries the aura o...

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2010s 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

CHANEL New Paris / CUBA Runway Orange Tweed Dress 34 FR
CHANEL New Paris / CUBA Runway Orange Tweed Dress 34 FR

CHANEL New Paris / CUBA Runway Orange Tweed Dress 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Crimson Lesage Tweed Dress — Runway of PARIS / CUBA Cruise 2017 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld — ~ A radiant artefact of the Maison’s Caribbean dreamscape — the collectible ...

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2010s 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

Tomato Red Cheongsam style Maxi Dress Circa 1970s
Tomato Red Cheongsam style Maxi Dress Circa 1970s

Tomato Red Cheongsam style Maxi Dress Circa 1970s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage 1970s cheongsam style maxi dress tomato red with tiny white dot print throughout bright & colorful flower power "border print" sleeveless high collar side split hem back ...

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1970s American 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

Hermès 2017 Birkin 35 Retourne Epsom Leather Unisex Top Handle Bag
Hermès 2017 Birkin 35 Retourne Epsom Leather Unisex Top Handle Bag

Hermès 2017 Birkin 35 Retourne Epsom Leather Unisex Top Handle Bag

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Epsom leather, a lightweight, embossed calfskin known for its rigid structure and high resistance to scratching Rose Jaipur/coral Epsom leather Palladium hardware Two top handles Fro...

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2010s European Fashion

Hermès Mini Kelly Bag Sellier 20 cm Red Ostrich Gold Hdw
Hermès Mini Kelly Bag Sellier 20 cm Red Ostrich Gold Hdw

Hermès Mini Kelly Bag Sellier 20 cm Red Ostrich Gold Hdw

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Adorable and Cutest ever Authentic Hermès Mini Kelly Sellier Version, rigid, so chic ! Made in France Vintage item (V in circle, 1992) Made of ostrich and yellow gold plated hard...

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1990s French 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

Hermès "La Charmante aux Animaux" Scarf
Hermès "La Charmante aux Animaux" Scarf

Hermès "La Charmante aux Animaux" Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès "La Charmante aux Animaux" scarf, is inm 100% silk with hand rolled edges. Features vignettes of people and various animals, set against a background of interweaving patterns ...

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21st Century and Contemporary 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

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

CHANEL Paris / Shanghai Eastern Grace Red Dress 36 FR
CHANEL Paris / Shanghai Eastern Grace Red Dress 36 FR

CHANEL Paris / Shanghai Eastern Grace Red Dress 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Paris // Shanghai Runway Dress
— As seen on Kristen Stewart in the Campaign — –A silhouette cast in ceremonial fire, this red velvety knit dress from Chanel’s Paris–Shanghai...

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2010s Fashion

Alexander McQueen New Coat AW 1999
Alexander McQueen New Coat AW 1999

Alexander McQueen New Coat AW 1999

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous red wool coat by Alexander McQueen. It has a stand up mandarin collar, a button front with matching buttons hidden in a placket and shoulder pads. The front bodice has a ...

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1990s Italian Fashion

Hermès Micro Kelly 15 cm Sellier Red Leather Gold Hdw
Hermès Micro Kelly 15 cm Sellier Red Leather Gold Hdw

Hermès Micro Kelly 15 cm Sellier Red Leather Gold Hdw

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Exceptional and Adorable Authentic Hermès Micro Kelly Rare item, a must-have for any Hermès lovers Sellier Version (outside stitching) for a rigid shape...

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1990s French Fashion

CHANEL New 2022 Iconic Lucky Charms Cardigan 36 FR
CHANEL New 2022 Iconic Lucky Charms Cardigan 36 FR

CHANEL New 2022 Iconic Lucky Charms Cardigan 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

~ Highly coveted piece! Chanel fuchsia cashmere cardigan with Lucky Charms and Symbols of the House : from 2022 Spring Collection, 22B Very hard to get! Size mark 36 FR. Condition: n...

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2010s Fashion

A 1995 Vintage Louis Vuitton Castillan Red Epi Leather Cluny Shoulder Bag
A 1995 Vintage Louis Vuitton Castillan Red Epi Leather Cluny Shoulder Bag

A 1995 Vintage Louis Vuitton Castillan Red Epi Leather Cluny Shoulder Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This stunning Louis Vuitton Cluny shoulder bag is a true vintage masterpiece, dating back to September 1995. It is beautifully crafted from signature Castilian Red Epi leather, known...

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Late 20th Century Italian Fashion

Red wool and silk dress CHRISTIAN DIOR
Red wool and silk dress CHRISTIAN DIOR

Red wool and silk dress CHRISTIAN DIOR

By Christian Dior

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Red wool and silk dress. Silk lining. Zip closure on the middle back. SIZE 38/ M

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2010s Italian 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

CHANEL red leather 2011 JUST MADEMOISELLE MEDIUM Shoulder Bag
CHANEL red leather 2011 JUST MADEMOISELLE MEDIUM Shoulder Bag

CHANEL red leather 2011 JUST MADEMOISELLE MEDIUM Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel Just Mademoiselle Medium bowling bag in red quilted lambskin leather. Crafted in a softly structured, elegant silhouette, this timeless piece features antique g...

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2010s French Fashion

Silk Pussy Bow Blouse Top Burgundy and Gray Pied-de-Poule Size 6/8, Vintage 1970
Silk Pussy Bow Blouse Top Burgundy and Gray Pied-de-Poule Size 6/8, Vintage 1970

Silk Pussy Bow Blouse Top Burgundy and Gray Pied-de-Poule Size 6/8, Vintage 1970

Located in Atlanta, GA

Fabulous vintage 1970s French silk pussy‑bow blouse, crafted in a sumptuous burgundy‑red and soft mouse‑gray palette with an elegant pied‑de‑poule print. The attached extra‑long scar...

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1970s French Fashion

Roberto Cavalli F/W 2000 Crocodile Leather Set
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2000 Crocodile Leather Set

Roberto Cavalli F/W 2000 Crocodile Leather Set

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Dubai, AE

Iconic vintage Roberto Cavalli red leather set, featuring a structured long jacket and matching skirt. A true collector piece from the early 2000s era. Crafted in embossed leather wi...

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Early 2000s 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

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

GIANNI VERSACE 1995 Iconic Vintage Runway Red & Black Skirt Suit
GIANNI VERSACE 1995 Iconic Vintage Runway Red & Black Skirt Suit

GIANNI VERSACE 1995 Iconic Vintage Runway Red & Black Skirt Suit

By Gianni Versace

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Gianni Versace Vintage Runway FW95 Brick Red + Black Oversized black medusa buttons IT44 Excellent Condition, one micro hole in lining, otherwise no flaws, looks like new Perfect for...

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1990s Fashion

PRADA red CROCODILE LONG FLAP Clutch Bag
PRADA red CROCODILE LONG FLAP Clutch Bag

PRADA red CROCODILE LONG FLAP Clutch Bag

By Prada

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Prada flap clutch in red shiny crocodile, crafted in a sleek, elongated silhouette that highlights the exquisite scale and natural luster of the exotic skin. This refi...

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2010s French Fashion

Halston 1970s Wrap Beaded Gown
Halston 1970s Wrap Beaded Gown

Halston 1970s Wrap Beaded Gown

By Halston

Located in Water Mill, NY

An amazingly detailed elegant red silk beaded wrap dress from Halston. The floor length gown is covered in red glass tubular beads in an intricate abstract shapes pattern with red ne...

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1970s American 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

PRADA orange CROCODILE FRAME Clutch Bag
PRADA orange CROCODILE FRAME Clutch Bag

PRADA orange CROCODILE FRAME Clutch Bag

By Prada

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Prada frame clutch in bright orange shiny crocodile. Crafted in a structured, softly rounded silhouette, this statement piece highlights the luminous high-gloss finish...

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2010s French Fashion

Hermès Large Embroidered Terry Towel Navy theme
Hermès Large Embroidered Terry Towel Navy theme

Hermès Large Embroidered Terry Towel Navy theme

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare Authentic Hermès Towel Embroidered with a marine-themed motif, HERMES in yellow cotton thread in semaphore font, sailor's beret seen from above with its red pompom in the cente...

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Late 20th Century French Fashion

Sybil Connolly Skirt Suit 1960s
Sybil Connolly Skirt Suit 1960s

Sybil Connolly Skirt Suit 1960s

By Sybil Connolly

Located in Water Mill, NY

An incredible red suit in intricately pleated fine linen made famous by Sybil Connolly. The jacket closes in front with matching silk buttons, bound buttonholes with matching silk pi...

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1960s Irish Fashion

Moschino Color Block Rainbow Dress
Moschino Color Block Rainbow Dress

Moschino Color Block Rainbow Dress

By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino

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

Vintage New The Original Prada Car Shoe Flat Moccasin Shearling Driving  Sz 36
Vintage New The Original Prada Car Shoe Flat Moccasin Shearling Driving  Sz 36

Vintage New The Original Prada Car Shoe Flat Moccasin Shearling Driving Sz 36

By Prada

Located in Conroe, TX

The Original Car Shoe by Prada Vintage Brand New * Rust * Suede * Shearling Lining * Gold Hardware * Bow Toe * Flat Heel * Rubber Bumper Sole * With Box & Dust Cover

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Early 2000s Italian 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

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

A 2001 Louis Vuitton Red Vernis Patent Leather Houston Tote Bag
A 2001 Louis Vuitton Red Vernis Patent Leather Houston Tote Bag

A 2001 Louis Vuitton Red Vernis Patent Leather Houston Tote Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This classic Louis Vuitton Houston tote bag is crafted from striking red Monogram Vernis patent leather, beautifully embossed with the iconic monogram motif that catches the light wi...

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21st Century and Contemporary 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.