Mid-20th Century Fashion

A quintessential "LBD", this lovely 60's Scherrer haute couture dinner/cocktail dress is ideal to complete any modern wardrobe. Cut from black silk organza which is flocked with velv...

COURRÈGES - Short white cotton dress with openwork trimmings. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR. A 1967 Collection. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 40 cm - Waist:...

1950s Ceil Chapman metallic rust-colored Cocktail Suit made of an atomic-patterned silk brocade. The Dress has spaghetti straps, a fitted torso, pipped was it line, side metal zip cl...

1950's Marabou Feather and Chiffon Cocktail Dress Excellent Condition Metal Zipper Snap at shoulder Panels of marabou trimmed chiffon make up the skirt Go...

A beautiful off white and navy wool fine hounds tooth print wool coat by Christian Dior. It has a lapel collar, princess seaming for a great flattering fit and 2 front button flap p...

1940s Black Wool Felt Beret w Rolled Brim Gold Studs & Long Felt Knotted Fringe at Side: Unmarked as to maker, this one is high on style! Size Medium-Large

Favored in the mid-century because their volume allowed them to be worn over the full-skirted silhouettes of the time, opera coats still appear on modern runways due to their drama a...

Charming Raffia and Straw Flower Bud Purse from the 1960's. Hand made in Japan for export, this bag appears unused. The pastel dangling buds are all hand made with raffia straw along...

An amazing purple wool dress from Pierre Cardin. It is sleeveless, skims the body then flares subtly to midi length with a center front slit. Around the neckline is a stunning silver metal hardware...

Fully lined in rayon. Made in Frankfurt Germany by Emmi Jobst 1950S Metallic Acetate & Lurex Gold Lamé Cocktail Dress With Detachable Peplum Skirt

1950s Black Mink Stole With Enlarged Collar and 2 lined pockets. "Black Magic" Label

Rosenfeld c.1960s evening bag with chain of gold metal metal molded in a quilted and wave design. A gold metal triangular clasp, echoed on the rever...

Part of the permanent collection of the Palais Galliera - The City of Paris Fashion Museum (see pictures 2 & 3), this 1964 Spring-Summer haute couture skirt suit is currently on display at their "Gabrielle Chanel. Fashion Manifesto" exhibition (see pictures 4, 5 & 6). You can also admire this beautiful couture skirt suit in a podcast illustrating the legendary "Tailleur Chanel...

A Emilio Pucci two piece printed ensemble in silk jersey from the 60's. Fits approx. : US 2-4 / FR 36 Measurements (taken flat) : Waist approx. 34.5 cm (13.6 inches) Width (f...

A vision in gold! This original 1960's vintage cocktail suit, rendered in a lustrous gold satin and embellished with a gold glass floral beadwork, is just the perfect addition to you...

A rare embroidered full length black wool coat from the 1940's. It has a small stand up collar, padded shoulders and long slightly belled sleeves. The embroidery at the neckline and front chest is extraordinary with red flowers and leaves framed in gold thread. The waistline is slightly raised and the coat flares to the hemline. It is fully lined and closes with large hooks...

Sunray pleated pink cocktail dress with satin bow on the waist. No fabric composition but probably polyester. One hook&eye on the top of the zip and 2 on the waist in the middle back...

A knockout accessory for New Years Eve or a black tie event, this cocktail hat is as petite as a fascinator but packs the punch of a wide brim. Both glitzy and understated, it balances a glittering sequin skull cap with an alluring cage veil for an unforgettably sophisticated look. Rigid oval calot cap with pavé black sequins; attached tulle birdcage veil...

Looking for something unusual and unique this is the outfit for you. This is a beautifully made rasberry pink dress with a high collar; full lenght shell; scalloped hem, and braided ...

50s I Magnin and Co Coat

1960s Contessa evening dress in a lovely cream silk, with an embroidered geometric waistband. The dress features a high neck with floor length A-line skirt. The gazar silk has a wonderful thickness and structure to it, and flows beautifully from the waist. The band is heavily embroidered with pale and cerise pink threads, outlined in gold, complete with gold and pink gemstone detail. The high, rounded neckline is both flattering and classic, with the original zip closure going all the way down the back of the dress. Silk gazar was much used in bridal and evening fashion due to its ability to hold its shape. This is a high-end, well made dress and was certainly inspired by the work of Christobal Balenciaga...

Emilio Pucci silk scarf Scarf from the 1957 Palio collection, dedicated to the contrade of Siena, on which an exhibition and a dedicated book w...

14.25"Adolfo Rare Vintage Bright Multicolor Petal Jumper & Overalls - 8 - 1960's. This piece is very unique and can be worn as overalls or a jumper on a smaller framed person. The j...

Before the days of separate bras and panties, “step-ins” or “singlettes”—precursors of the modern teddy—were the perfect undergarment beneath the sleek bias cut dresses of the 1930s....

Art Deco Silver and Blue Lame Wrap Gown, originally destined for the boudoir, but, works wonderfully as an evening coat. Made from silky metallic French lame...

This well constructed dress is from department store Rackhams which was owned by Harrods in the 1960s. It has classic Princess cut seams falling into...

This two-in-one little black dress and jacket is by Mr John, a celebrated American couturier and one of the foremost milliners of the 20th century; his most famous costume designs being those made for Vivien Leigh in "Gone with the Wind," Marlene Dietrich in "Shanghai Express," Greta Garbo in "The Painted Veil" and Marilyn Monroe in "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes." Among the fashionable women who wore his designs were the Duchess of Windsor, Gloria Swanson, Gloria Vanderbilt, Lauren Bacall and Joan Crawford. The New York Times review of his 1956 fall clothing and accessories collection was "a gifted designer and skilled workman who produces some of the most original, wearable, flattering fashions to be seen anywhere." This evening ensemble was designed in 1956-1959 and tailored to an elegant silhouette with a nipped-in waist and mid-calf length skirt. Thick straps give way to a square neckline trimmed with layers of silk faille. A silver-tone zip and a hook-and-eye clasp secure the gown at the rear and a slit at the bottom hem of the skirt allows for easy movement. The bolero jacket is attached to the dress with large crystal-adorned buttons at the front. It is trimmed with silk faille at the collar and waist. Two pleated tails fall from the rear waist down the length of the skirt, adding a hint of theatre and taking cues from menswear traditions, in particular classic morning jacket...

1960s medium-weight silk shift dress in a beautiful shade of pink. The construction features a yoke at top that extends over the shoulders to form cap sleeves. The simple straight sh...

This French couture 1960s A-line mini dress has a wonderful luminosity to it thanks to its floral lame fabric. The neckline is high and softly rounded, and the interior is lined with...

These lovely 1950's buttercream brocade slippers with a blooming floral pattern, are the perfect little pair to keep you stylish indoors. The elegant loafer design, boasts gold toned...

Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...

So wearable! Vintage black button up cocktail dress with fringe on the cuffs and hem. By Victor Costa for Lord & Taylor. Details: Fully Lined Front Button Closure/ Back Zip an...

Light blue 1940’s wool skirt suit with rhinestones and studs on the collar and pockets. Fully lined. Note : none rhinestones and studs are missing. ...

1940s I Magnin Black Fine Straw Cartwheel Hat w Low Crown & Wispy Egret Feather Trim: Crown of hat is artfully crushed at sewn in that position. Wrapped at crown with black tulle wh...

Porcelain Pâte d' Iris (soft extract) polychrome pill box featuring a metal frame, a flower claps, leaves painted inside and a polychrome floral decor and text. Hand Painted In good...

Hermès Silk Scarf "L'Abécédaire" 1965. This beautiful scarf was design din 1965 by Henri d'Origny, with no reedition this piece can be considered a collectible and is really sought a...

If you live in a climate where weather can change on a dime, a lightweight coat is essential. This transitional-weight trench not only protects from the elements, it also adds polish...

1930s black velvet evening cape with a ruffle collar and a large black & white button at the neck front. Dramatic full length cape in silky black velvet, the cape drapes over the sho...

Charming cardigan from the 1950's with beaded 3D birds in flight. Birds are hand beaded with looped bead technique for movement and dimension. 1950's USA. Small size. Orlon knit. ...

A vintage blue floral cotton skirt , great for Summer .

1930S Peach Silk & Lace Lingerie Romper

Beautiful vintage 1960s JOSEPH MAGNIN bright neon orange fully fringed flapper dress ! Features the perfect color orange, with hundreds of strands...

50s Long Sable Three Tier Stole.

Very charming 1950s bowler style hat from Canadian luxury retailer Holt Renfrew. Navy blue mesh with all over contrasting off white grommets. Accented with a navy blue grosgrain ribb...

Stunning vintage 1960s opera or evening coat in metallic gold and black damask fabric. Giant pop up collar and 3/4 length sleeves. Fully lined with front button closure. Fits like a ...

Vintage Arabian Mughal Leather Shoes with Gold Embroidered Curled Toe. Vintage Arabian Mughal Leather Shoes with Gold Embroidered Curled Toe. Amazing vi...

A fabulous blue on black chrysanthemum pattern silk damask dress by Sher Lee. It has a fitted bodice with spaghetti straps and an incredible ruched skirt...

Gorgeous vintage Sarmi for I. Magnin red plaid coat with a drop waist, 3/4 length sleeves and a matching sash belt. Beautifully constructed with couture...

Beautiful 1950s taupe / light brown silk brocade sleeveless wiggle dress ! The perfect color for anytime of year for ay day or evening event. Flattering tailored ruched bodice with f...

Double breasted skirt suit in tweed with chevron pattern. Main fabric composition: 45% acrylic, 42% wool, 13% rayon. Inset composition ( grey fabric : on collar, pockets and elbow) :...

Vintage slip dresses are highly collectable and this is a truly lovely high-end example. They are prized for their wearability and the luxuriousness of the fabrics as well as the sim...

The most beautiful 60s vintage mini from the English label Jean Varon which was designed by John Bates in the 60s and 70s. Bates was one of the pioneers of the miniskirt. This baby...

This coat is simply amazing - an exquisite Blin + Blin custom couture wool and mink fur coat circa the 1950s. The luxurious mink fur accents and highest quality tailoring make this piece a truly elegant choice for the colder months. The coat is absolutely luxurious and the quality of the wool is unmatched by anything you'll find today; it's soft, supple, and has a wonderful feel on the skin. The coat has a loose, cocoon swing coat silhouette with bracelet-length bell sleeves accented by three bands of plush mink. The collar is further accented with mink. There's a floral wreath-shaped button closure with snaps at the neckline, and two front pockets. Fully lined. This is a coat you will wear and treasure for a lifetime. Excellent condition. Tags include a Blin+Blin 1827 maker's tag stamped with the custom order number of 304102. Estimated best fit is a modern size M-L. Please check your measurements to ensure a good fit, remembering to leave room for garments and movement for comfort. Shoulder to Shoulder: 17" Bust: 44" Waist: 44" Hips: 44" Sleeve Length: 20" Collar to Hem: 38.5" About Blin+Blin: Blin et Blin was a family-run French company founded in 1827 in the Alsace area of France which later moved to Normandy when the region was annexed to Germany. Blin+Blin specialized in the manufacture of luxury woolen cloth. During the 1920s it opened subsidiaries in Northern France and Britain and became one of France's leading woolen manufacturers. Blin+Blin supplied the Lilli Ann design house, one of the most collectible US mid-century vintage brands...

Fabulous long sheath of black crepe with allover beading in a squiggle design of black bugle beads. Narrow body hugging design with straight neckline front and back and cut-in armhol...

This truly spectacular 1960's statement belt, composed of two claw set rhinestone domes as a central buckle feature, on a silver toned metal base, from which a wide strand of snake c...

Rare ANN FLEISCHER for I. MAGNIN early 1950s navy blue and red hand knit ribbon silk belted dress ! Couture quality with the entire dress literally hand ...

A 1950s Florence Reichman New Look-inspired black felt hat with peaks at sides and back. Size Medium. Aerodynamic cocktail charm!

This vintage Italian handbag is a striking example of mid-century Bakelite craftsmanship, showcasing the elegance and experimentation of that e...

Hermès Silk Scarf "Rose des Sables". Please note this item is in good condition with minor wear consistent with age and use. This scarf was designed by Pierre Peron in 1969. The col...

Exploding with loft, this hat has so much “pillow” it looks like its maker poured a bucket of ostrich feathers over it. Thanks to its wire edge and interior cap, it can be bent and s...