1940s Fashion

jersey cocktail dress with pink flowers printed. Gather in the middle front on the bust, ruffles on the hips, zip on the left side. Size M

Printed cotton hostess dress wrap in the front and close with one snap. Belt-loop but no belt. Size M

Superb French haute couture black silk dress and almost certainly made during or just after WWII - 1939-1947. It has a V-neck collar, with subtle notching, and fastens at the left h...

A headturning vintage skirt suit dating from the 1940s. The suit is in a wonderful print of purple, pink and orange. The skirt is A line, and the jacket has fabric button opening, yo...

This charming 1940s pastel toned shirt dress is in beautiful vintage condition and has a feminine, contemporary aesthetic. The light rayon fabric has an impressionist style novelty print depicting riverside scenes with sailing boats and pasture land in soft grey, pale lilac, jade and turquoise. The calf-length dress is long sleeved with a low plunging wrap over bodice, a wide set lapel collar and forwards facing yolk on the shoulders under which the fabric is gently gathered. It is a loose fitting shift cut with a seam to mark the waistband, and could be worn loose or drawn in with a belt if desired. There is no lining and a zip fastening at the centre reverse. This lovely dress is superbly adaptable and could transform as evening wear with the correct accessories. Would fit up to a US size 8, UK size 12...

Burgundy skirt-suit in wool with jewellery button. Pale pink rayon lining. Cut work and "trompe l'oeil" pocket. SIZE M/L

Circa 1945-1950 France Marinière day dress in navy blue polyamide fabric inspired by the work of the Maison Henri à la Pensée and dating from the late 1940s. Bustier with asymmetrica...

Navy blue wool skirt suit with top-stitching. Acetate lining. Decorative buttonhole on the top left side of the jacket and at the end of the sleeves. Top-stitched collar and cuffs. ...

Silver Coin 5 Pesos 1947 Cuauhtemoc In Its Key Ring Five Pesos Cuauhtémoc silver coin, year 1947, with its original shine in its Key Ring Weight: 30 grams. Coin Diameter 4cm K...

Pale pink rayon shirt and trouser ensemble. Belt-loop on the pant waist. Size L (shirt) and M (trouser)

Black wool evening jacket with orange rhinestone embellishment popping out from tiny "passe-poil" opening. Rayon lining. Size M

Black crêpe jacket with tree leaves embroideries. Buttons are covered with crêpe. Shoulder pads. Crêpe lining and taffetas lining inside sleeves; Buttons on the cuffs as well. SIZE M

Circa 1945-1950 France Beautiful day dress in grey and yellow striped woven woolen cloth dating from the end of the Second World War.  Tight-fitting dress with darts and slits at t...

Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Scarf Print: Geisha, Japan Scene, Called "LAQUES JAPONAISES" but no title on it Designed by Hugo Grygkar in 1948. Onl...

This breathtaking early 1940's crimson satin dress, rendered in a full circle cut and tailored to perfection, is the perfect piece for that special occasion. The V shaped neckline...

This is a really superb example of early 1940s trousseau nightwear in a wonderful soft peach satin fabric. This dress has elasticated sleeves and a smocked elasticated waistline. The...

This fine 1940s flecked grey wool jacket retailed in high end American department store Schleisner and Co, Baltimore. There is a small additional label inside from the Coat and Suit Industry National Recovery Board which was a Union-made label used from 1936-1972. This darted and contoured jacket features a rounded v-neckline, with an overlapping button closure, and a further four pearlescent buttons running down the front. It has sloped seamed shoulders with slight padding to add structure, finished off with a button to each cuff. The rear of the garment is cut in a slight V shape, almost reminiscent of a riding jacket, and finished with another button. There is a tiny concealed 'train ticket...

Circa 1945-1950 France Elegant black satin beret bibi with stitched wings, signed Création Alberte Haute Mode Paris and dating from the late 1940s. Never used, it still has the sew...

Silk, chiffon bustier evening dress with brown and black abstract print and scarf. Zip in the middle back. Ivory crêpe lining. Boned on the side of the bust and middle front. SIZE S

A chic vintage crepe dress dating from the 1940s. The dress has a v neckline , short sleaves and pleats. There is sequin detail at waist leval front and...

Circa 1947-1950 France Unlabelled Bar Haute Couture skirt suit in black and white mottled marbled printed silk faille dating from the New-Look years of Christian Dior. Jacket with ...

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...

Circa 1940-1945 France Amazing lady's bibi made of cylindrical ribbon braids in Rafia and pink-parma Celluloid. Work done during the material shortage and made from recycled and re...

This desirable original unlabelled 1940’s day dress in black rayon with a pretty pink rose print is an incredibly versatile piece and can be dressed up or down. It features long sleeves, a shirt collar, peplum detail from the waist and button up front with 8 x exquisite large black cut glass...

1940's gold lamé evening jacket with threads flowers embroideries. Shoulder pads.Hook&eye in the middle front. SIZE M

This original 1940s lame jacket fastens at the front with six buttons, each covered in a bright Royal purple silk velvet. The high neckline features a neat...

Red ALOHA vintage shirt, early 1950's scenic crepe pake shirt by Royal Hawaiian. 'Asfield by Duke of Hollywood Co California size 16 L 16 1/2 washable'....

Black with white chiné wool skirt-suit. Interesting collar effect like a tie. Black silk lining ( jacket only) with Schiaparelli's signature

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

Circa 1940 France A Collectible Long dress for evening or ceremony in Fibrane, a reversible matte and satin crepe in artificial fibre, in a subtle powder pink colour, dating from the 1940s. Long puffed sleeves with fine shoulder pleats, square neckline and cut-out effect at the waist. Yellow bakelite buckle...

A stunning vintage cape by Marshall and Snelgrove. The cape is in black velvet with a white fur lining. It has one internal pocket and a single ...

A pretty vintage day dress from the 1940s. The dress is in a mixture of grey, cream and red and has a button front opening, shawl collar and cap sl...

Circa 1945-1950 France Elegant dress "à la Marinière" in Navy blue woolen cloth with the famous Henry à la Pensée label, 5 Faubourg saint Honoré Pari...

Black crêpe wrap and drape cocktail dress with black sequin. Bow in sequin in the front of the skirt. Zip on the right side. No lining. SIZE L

This 1940s Du Barry shirt waister dress is in the most delightful shade of raspberry pink, with matching pink sequin clover leaf detail. It has gathered shoul...

Very late 1930s to early 1940s floral print burgundy textured crepe dress. Old Hollywood full-length style with a fitted and inverted T shaped bodice and wide waist band with a flar...

This sensational 1940s navy patriotic dress is incredibly rare and in absolutely impeccable vintage condition to the point that it is the best we have ever seen or are likely to see again. This piece will have been made around 1945-47 and the label, Minx Modes...

This breathtaking 1940's large rectangle box bag, with brass metal features is the perfect finishing piece to your ensemble. The rectangle shape of the bag, box an exterior of black...

1940's Black wool dress with sequin and gold thread embroderies . No lining. Shoulder pads. Zip on the left side. SIZE L

Circa 1945/1950 Paris France Bar skirt suit by Franck & Fils in black woolen cloth in the tradition of Christian Dior's New Look and dating from the end of the 1940s. Fitted jacket with structured cut and marked waist hugging the hips. Crossed closure on the front with five black bakelite buttons...

Navy blue rayon jersey ensemble. No lining. Elastic waist on the skirt.Gros grain on the button placket (inside) and the collar SIZE M

This beautiful vintage 1940s black organza dress features a unique guipure lace under layer in soft cream which is visible beneath the sheer fabric of the skirt, a pretty sweetheart ...

Circa 1940-1945 France Amazing beret or large Bibi of lady in braided ribbons of brown Rafia squirrel and transparent Celluloïd dating from the Second World War...

Absolutely Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Scarf Called "Les Amours" This scarf has been designed by Hugo Grygkar in 1947 Super Rare Scarf. Collectible ! No reissue Rated 1A in the Hermès Scarves Book...

A pretty vintage peach satin cami nickers with tie detail on front and spagetti straps.

Circa 1940 France Beautiful cocktail dress, probably Haute Couture, dating from the 1940s. Dress in chocolate velvet panne with puffed three-quarter sleeves adorned with embroidery ...

A hand embroidered bag all around. Colorful roses with buds and leaves on a light green background. Inside lined light leather with a zipper compa...

Circa 1940-1950 Europe Amazing little summer dress with flowers on a gold background dating very propably from the Second World War. Clever print on silk satin cream with surreal patterns popular in the 1940s thanks to Elsa Schiaparelli ... Fish, horse heads, parrots appear in a flowery decor and abundant acid colors. Short sleeves and Claudine collar applied with a golden cord and knotted. Integrated belt with two flaps hanging out on the front to refine the silhouette. Beautiful bobbin lace...

A pretty and easy to wear vintage tea dress from the 1940s. The dress has a button front with elbow length sleaves and is in a pretty heart print and...

Long bustier evening dress in black velvet and printed cotton

A pretty Summer dress from the 1940s. The dress has an interesting double collar and button detail on the front. It has a side zip opening, short s...

This is a very fine example of late 1940s to early 1950s evening wear by British designer Norman Young who made high end occasion wear for department stor...

A stunning vintage black crepe evening top from the 1940s. The top has pleat and sequin detail on the front, fabric covered button opening at the back. a...

This is an original 1940s black crepe blouse with a striking metallic gold swirl design. One of the best cocktail separates we've ever had, with a dropped shoulder, a gentle draping ...

This rare and iconic clutch bag, in the realm of vintage and collectable handbags, made for Saks Fifth Avenue by Josef, is crowned with an exubera...

Circa 1940s, this embossed panne silk velvet dress has a fabulous Art Deco floral and leaf print with a full length, panelled skirt. The full circular hem has bias cut elements whic...

A stunning soft peach silk gown in exceptional condition from the 1940s. The dress has thin straps, with two layers of frills on the front and back of the neck. It opens with poppers...

A chic dress with pockets from the 1940s. The dress has a v neckline with decorative buttons, and gathering on the shoulders. It has short sleaves, a side zip opening and two pocket...