1940s Fashion

A breathtaking silhouette rendered in a stunning black crepe silk with elaborate trailing black bugle glass beadwork, this 1940's tailored skirt set is the perfect statement piece to...

This elegant 1940's gown, rendered in the softest shade of ivory silk rayon, set off by ivory floral lace, is just the piece to welcome to your lingerie collection. The elegant swe...

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

The most intricate pair of 1940's wooden wedges you could ever hope to set your eyes upon. The delicate shoe encloses the front of the foot with a peep toe, set off by a tan colou...

Rendered in the softest shade of cream floral lace, overlaid over pale blue rayon lining, this original late 1940's dress is a timeless piece to add to your collection. The rounded...

A true masterpiece of its time, this original 1940's chestnut brown crepe silk skirt suit, with Bordeaux blue buttons, is the perfect addition to your tailored vintage wardrobe. T...

A stunning and hard-to-find piece from the late 1940's created by Irene Lentz. This black gown really channels classic 'film noir' Hollywood glamour from this era. The dress has a...

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...

A true masterpiece of its time, this original 1940's blush pink wool suit, embellished with trailing grey toned chenille soutache in a floral design, is the perfect addition to your ...

Rendered in the darkest shade of black crepe silk, with a brightly coloured watercolour style floral pattern of wild flowers and tulips, this original 1940's tiered gown, is sure to ...

This incredible late 1940’s woven Raffia wide brim saucer hat, adorned with black gabardine ribbon along the base of the crown, setting off the softly curved wired brim is the perfec...

Vintage Whiting & Davis cream alumesh purse. enamel painted metal, gold metal frame, kiss lock closure, thick snake coil handle, navy blue silk faille lining. 👛 A wonderful piece o...

This rare and unusual 1940's Tam hat, rendered in a black rayon and lined in silk faille, is the perfect finishing touch to your statement vintage wardrobe. The iconic tam style, bo...

The most majestic and eye-catching cape you could ever set your eyes upon. Rendered in a soft shade of cream wool and decorated with gold metal thread embroidery in a trailing foliag...

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

A beauty to behold. This original 1940's ivory crepe silk gown, embellished with silver glass claw set rhinestones, is the perfect piece for that special occasion. The elegant squ...

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

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 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...

Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Ashtray Called "cendrier sceau à tête de cheval" (horse head seal ashtray), because this gives the impression that the ceramic has been hot marked wi...

Rendered in the most sumptuous shade of coral pink rayon paired with black crepe silk and embellished with black sequins and black bugle beads, this original 1940's gown is just the...

his darling 1940's black crepe silk dress, accented by a cream floral lace collar, is just the piece to add to your classic vintage collection. The elegant rounded neckline, is fr...

Burgundy silk chiffon draped evening dress. Zip closure on the middle back. Silk satin slip dress lining. SIZE: XXS

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

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...

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. ...

Perfect for dancing! Divine 1940's gown in black rayon soufflé. Designed with a full, sweeping skirt, bishop sleeves, and a banded waist and neckline adorned with metallic sequins. W...

Circa 1940. France Evening dress in pink purple and yellow gold artificial silk fibrane from the 1940s. Heavy and very fine fabric with an excellent "drop", slightly stretchy and ele...

Absolutely spectacular Irene Lentz vintage jacket from the 1940s. Pristine couture tailoring with buttons that get smaller towards the middle of the jacket. Darling yellow lining. A ...

Art Deco Sapphire and Ruby Set Micro Bead Bag from the 1940's set in sterling silver. Dozens of hand set rubies and sapphires are set in an openwork floral pattern. Plunger stone appears to be a green tourmaline. Open work back is elaborately hand etched silver. Exquisite craftsmanship with the frame, hand made in Italy with the micro glass bead hand base...

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 gorgeous black glass carnival bead triangular box purse. It has a twisted top handle, gold metal ball clasp closure, elaborate gold metal filigree frame and silk lining with 2 inn...

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 hand...

Silk mohair worsted skirt-suit with pleated sleeves. Fabric button and buttonhole in the middle front. Bow with rhinestone buckle on the top of each sleeves. Shoulder-pads. Acetate o...

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 ...

This eye-catching 1940's dress, accented by an asymmetrical collar which boasts red and tan rayon fabric, embellished with trailing metal thread soutache and claw set rhinestones, i...

Rendered in the most sumptuous shade of pink gabardine and embellished with gold source braiding and black beadwork glued within the soutache designs, this original 1940's jacket is ...

This truly mesmerising 1940's bitter chocolate straw hat, with a bright coloured orange ribbon is the perfect statement piece for your seasonal wardrobe. The structured wide brim boa...

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...

Party gown in brown plaid taffeta, c. 1940s, by Party Lines by Domb — the early California label of Emma Domb. - Brown taffeta with plaid windowpane pattern; warm brown base with cr...

Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress with belt in the same fabric. Pink rayon lining and zip on the left side. Small bow in the same fabric on the bust. SIZE XS

A rare piece to behold, this original 1940's ivory silk brocade loungewear set, accented by a floral silk pattern and comprised of a blouse and trousers, is the perfect ensemble to a...

This elegant 1940's ivory rayon satin robe, accented by smocking stitch details and lace accents, is just the piece to welcome to your lingerie collection. The rounded neckline is...

Elegant Bamboo Handled Sterling Letter Opener from the 1940's. Made in Mexico with appropriate hallmarks. Fully etched bamboo motif on both sides of handle. 8.75" x .5".

numbered Skirt-suit in wool with thin stripes

Beautiful 1940s black crepe sequined cocktail dress! Features hundreds of hand-sewn black sequins on the entire front bodice. Free flowy skirt is both flat...

Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on back sleeves, bias cut with many tailoring details, maxi length. In good vintage c...

A rare unworn 1940s dress in purple silk from Lilli Ann. It has an asymmetrical front neckline with a V in back, short sleeves and a straight skirt with a back kick pleat. The dres...

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...

This beautiful and iconic 1940's handbag rendered in a classic shade of navy blue, with a striped pattern in shades of pink, yellow, cream, blue and gold, is the perfect accessory to...

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...

A beauty in blush. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with scattered claw set silver rhinestones, is the perfect piece to add to your vintage collection. The V shap...

1940s Hattie Carnegie Black Velvet Toy Hat w Extravagant Ostrich Feather Plumes: An extravagant flourish of layered and curled ostrich plumes move gracefully, high in the air on this...

1940s Laddie Northridge Rare Ethereal Black Singed Ostrich Feather "Cloud" Hat: Laddie Northridge was a couture custom hat maker (occasionally producing matching bags and clothing) ...

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

Charming Folkloric Embroidered Silk Blouse from the 1940's with villagers depicted doing daily chores. Cream silk broadcloth with hand embroidery and scalloping on edges and cuffs. 1...

This rare and decadent 1940's wool felt tam hat, in a sumptuous shade of royal blue, is just the perfect finishing touch to your seasonal wardrobe. The iconic tam style, boasts a m...

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 sleek 1940's black crepe evening dress has a striking design worked in gold sequins from the right shoulder to the left hip. The diagonal lines terminate in a curve at the shoul...