1940s Fashion

Pale blue night gown with lace edge. No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Ribbon belt on the waist. Small drag: Total lenght middle front= 150cm Total lenght middle back= 1...

This truly captivating 1940's black rayon jacket, embellished with a pattern of sequin scattered flowers and leaves in shades of purple, green, gold, pink and blue, is just the perfe...

This beautiful textured 1940's box bag, rendered in a red snake skin, with gold toned metal hardware, is the perfect statement piece to add to your accessory collection. The beauti...

This elegant 1940's cream crepe silk dress, accented by cream and black embroidered soutache which is in turn embellished with white rocailles beaded tassels, is the perfect piece f...

'Jewel Colored' print, silk crepe long -nearly floor length evening dress. V yoke in front. Dress appears to be custom hand sewn and pieced in 'couture' manner. Very slim bodice t...

A beautiful elaborately detailed top and skirt from notable 1940s American designer Edna Vilm. It consists of a hip length long sleeve top with with zipper cuffs, a V neck, padded s...

Pale pink silk panty with lace edge. Elastic waist band. SIZE S/M

A gorgeous black glass seed beaded handbag in a great wave pattern by Josef. It has a top handle, silk lining with a pocket and a gold clasp top closu...

Mid Century Dragon Embroidered Kimono in ivory silk broadcloth with elaborately hand embroidered blue silk ombre on back. Self belt. 1940's.

Velvet burgundy Robe with thread embroideries and satin flower lining. Button covered with fabric closure on the middle front . Shoulder pad. Top-stitched. SIZE M

This fabulous handbag was made by Hermes in 1945. Originally coined the Sac a Depeches - this piece was made about 12 years before Grace Kelly wore the style that we now know as the...

This beautiful 1940’s clutch bag, made up of knotted and woven wooden beads, painted in a deep black satin finish, above a black rayon lining, is the perfect statement accessory. ...

1940s black lace & satin side button embroidered for, Elaine, tap pants. Beautiful black lace tap pants sit high on the waist and close at the side with a black satin placket and tin...

Rare Fantasy Collectible Bes Ben "Clockworks" Hat from the 1940's. The Mad Hatter of Chicago created some of the craziest novelty designs of the period. Patent leather cut work leaves are decorated with jet beads and tons of pocket watch and cuckoo clock mini brooches...

Wonderful and hard to find summer ermine fur (cousin to th mink) jacket coat! Ermines are white during the winter months (to blend in with the snow), and transform into this beautifu...

Stunning 1940s Mainbocher Inc black skirt in a lightweight fabric (seems like a light wool crepe) with a plethora of tassels in a chevron pattern at front waist. Side zip with snaps ...

This beautiful and rare large 1940’s clutch bag, made up of black crochet stitches, in a raised pattern with circular crochet detailed frames, is the perfect statement accessory. ...

This stunning Cabin trunk by Louis Vuitton from Saks & Cy - Fifth Avenue - New York store features brass corners with leather trim, two brass closures and a keyed latch. The handle i...

1930s/1940s handmade crewel work folk embroidered round bag, beautifully crafted in the golden era, boasts handmade crewel work and is adorned with charming folk embroidery in plush ...

Beautiful 1940s silver and black silk and velvet dress! Little flowers printed throughout. Fitted bodice, with a forgiving full skirt. Black silk velvet portrait collar, with 13 blac...

Sleek mid 1940s navy blue soft wool deco style jacket coat! Features a fitted bodice with a generous bottom. Royal blue and ivory color blocked buttons up the front, with small brass...

This wonderful 1940's dress rendered in a deep shade of Bordeaux corduroy, is just the piece to welcome to your seasonal wardrobe. The slim V shaped neckline is framed by a simple ...

Unusual multi peplum jacket from the 1940's. Large extended shoulders and constructed of an unusual reverse loop knit fabrication. The decoration is heav...

A beauty to behold. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with trailing silk threaded soutache embroidery depicting blossoming flowers, surrounded by pearlescent beaded d...

Black crepe top and bronze and gold metallic rayon or acetate make up this lovely dress. The metallic pattern is also replicated on the short sleeve cuffs with bows and the two butto...

A spectacular midnight blue carnival glass beaded round box purse. The handbag has vertical raised pleats around it's circumference, a round base ...

A fabulous beige and grey silk and wool fitted 1940's jacket from Lilli Ann. The double breasted jacket has a winged front collar, long sleeves with fold back cuffs and front self c...

This beautifully tailored 1940's secret garden green silk brocade jacket, with a village scene pattern which is accented by bronzed coloured beadwork along the lapels and mock pocket...

Circa 1949 France Haute Couture evening dress in chocolate brown stretch silk jersey by the famous Maison Jeanne Paquin, 3 Rue de la Paix, Paris, directed by Antonio Del Castillo a...

Beautiful vintage 1940s demi couture navy blue and light pink short sleeve crepe gown! Features a gathered sweetheart neckline with pale pink lace above the bust. Pale pink ruffle al...

A Vintage Crepe & Crystal Evening Purse. A delightful wristlet evening purse from the 1940s. Crafted in crepe and watermark taffeta. The ruched detailing proving wonderfully demure a...

numbered Skirt-suit in wool with thin stripes

Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Scarf Print: "PARIS" Pattern: Ile Saint Louis A very beautiful testimony of the old cathedral of Notre de Dame de Paris, before its fire. A page o...

Flattering vintage 1940s cocktail dress in black velvet with a draped collar and 3/4 length sleeves. Unlined with side metal zip closure. Fits l...

Custom-Made 1947 Deep Blue-Black Pinstripe Wool Dandy Style Men's Wear 3-Piece Suit: A fantastic vintage wool suit, perfect for tailoring to your c...

This statement vintage 1940's cream Plasticflex bag, composed of cream rectangular domed tiles with interwoven painted laces in a matching shade of cream set against a cream cotton b...

Elegant Deco Pave Purse with Rose Cut Crystal Frame from the 1940's. Mesh of bezel set crystals with a frame set with graduated rose cut crystals. Satin lining. Even patination on st...

1940'S Burgundy & Black Acetate Plaid Full Ballroom Skirt Gown With Victorian Revival Bustle

1940s Stunning Gray on Gray Mitered Chalk Striped Jacket w Graphic Detailing: This is an exquisite example of iconic 1940s suiting style exemplified by Rosalind Russell et al. Expe...

Beautiful vintage 1940s MARSHALL FIELD'S black silk velvet rhinestone encrusted cloche hat! The perfect piece to complete any outfit. Can be worn by most sizes due to the fit. In gr...

1940s Chocolate brown velvet/chenille high-crown turban: center front of turban is peaked to show hairline and is heavily ruched and wired to retain its perfect regal shape. Unknown ...

An incredible 1940s suit from Davidson's Madeleine label in a pale yellow and black fine wool small hounds tooth check pattern. The long sleeve single breasted jacket has a lapel collar, princess seams and elaborate pockets with self covered buttons and functional button holes matching the center front along their sides. In addition to the abundant front detail, the jacket back has zig zag waist seaming and a vent. Stunning! The midi length skirt...

1940s natural colors ostrich feathered perch hat featuring an open design and an enlarged satin black bow on the back of the hat. The wired circlet frame is lined with black stain ri...

1940s Caspar Davis Black Felt and Velvet Bumper-Brim Hat w Cascading Coq Feathers at Side: A dramatic chapeau from a well-known milliner, this is a real head-turner! A lush cascade...

Amazing vintage 1940s Botanical Asian inspired linen and cotton maxi dress! Features vibrant colors of red, green, yellow, black and beige. Full metal zipper up the front to control ...

Hermès “Lettre de Napoleon a Murat » by Hugo Grygkar d’après Caran d’Ache silk scarf featuring a pink border, a Hermès signature. Circa 1946 In good vintage condition. Made in Franc...

French designer, Jacques Fath has been called the "Couturier's Couturier" and was considered one of the greatest couturiers of the 1950's. He was known for his outstanding opulent hi...

1940S Peach Silk Romper Slip MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating as far back as a century. Each piece is selected wit...

A chic vintage cocktail dress with a layered skirt and cap sleaves. The dress opens with fabric covered buttons at the front , and has an attractive stitched collar.

A gorgeous black silk clutch purse elaborately embroidered with a bird and flowers on the front and back. it has a gold metal frame, top snap closur...

When wartime rationing abbreviated garment lengths, brides used intricate seams and sharp tailoring to create interest in favor of volume. This shimmering example incorporates a scalloped waist seam and military shoulders to create a simple but striking gown emblematic of its time. Ivory wedding...

Exceptional Authentic Hermès Scarf Among the rarest Hermès scarves, a true collector and master piece for Hermès lovers Print: « Faïence Chinoise » (chinese earthenware) Designed ...

This is a classy 1940s Guild Creations wool hand bag with zip closure. This solid black wool fabirc purse is high lighted with a wave shaped gold-tone metal engraved frame and set wi...

This rare and decadent 1940's wool felt tam hat, in a classic shade of grey fur felt, accented by eau de Nil, blue and gold lamé braiding, is just the perfect finishing touch to your...

This breathtaking 1940's bucket box bag, is the perfect finishing piece to your ensemble. The bucket shape of the bag, boasts an exterior of bronze glass faceted beads woven on a k...

1940S Black Bias Cut Rayon Chiffon And Lace Cap Sleeve Negligee

Circa 1943- 1945 France Interesting little black dress with embroidered white ears of wheat, unmarked and dating from the end of the Second World War. Strapless dress in black crep...

Black wool skirt-suit with jewlery rhinestone buttons and cut-work. Rayon lining. Thick Shoulder-pads. Fake pockets. Godets on the bottom back of the jacket. Pleated satin details o...