Love this bright and somewhat rare YSL piece done in an amazing and bright explosion of colors and floral print! This is the piece you will throw on over everything in the summer - wear it as a micro mini or as a tunic - with heels or flats or to the beach - the possibilities are endless. It is cut tunic style with blue and gold ric rac trim detailing on the collar and each cuff. The neckline is very wide and can be worn off shoulder. Each sleeve is cut full and then nips in at the cuff. You can leave it loose and easy as shown or cinch it for shape. Really exceptional. Excellent condition

Black poly chiffon is perma pleated into sharp knife pleats on this little beauty. This gives the dress tremendous texture and richness. The skirt has tons of fabric in it and the combination of chiffon and pleats makes it really move. The hem is hand rolled and stitched so it creates a bit of a ruffled effect. The waist nips in and the bodice has a goddessy draped feel because of the chiffon and pleats. The entire front has a plunged to the waist illusion made by using backed nude netting. Onto this is a gorgeous pattern of bead work and rhinestones. The bead work carries up and around the entire neckline. Gorgeous and rich looking, it is one of those great little black dresses you will end up wearing again and again. Excellent condition

This dress was used for a national campaign for Davids Footwear in Toronto and the shot of it became the main shot used or the entire campaign!

Bust: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from shoulder seam to bottom waist seam including the 4" band
Skirt length: 20" from lower waist seam to bottom hem

Fully lined in black silky rayon. It closes with a back painted metal zipper and hook and eye at the back neck. One loop of beads is missing in the design but it is not noticeable at all - I am just being picky!

Item# E406

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What a fantastic pop of color! I love Holly Harp pieces - they always have this cool girl seventies rocker chic feel to them. You can just imagine the original fabulous girl that threw these on with great abandon. The dress is cut long and lean† with no defined waist until you cinch it in with the belt. This makes it really easy to wear. It buttons all the way form top to bottom so you can leave some buttons open for a flash of leg if you wish. It has nice detailing across the shoulders. It is really all about the color so is once again right on trend. The label is her early lace label. Excellent condition

The Miss Dior label launched in 1967 and it was meant to appeal more to the daughters of the established couture clients. The boutique was right next door to the Couture atelier and the line was sold only there and in stores throughout France. In December of 1970 the line hit the US market, in place of the by then finished Dior-New York label. It was an instant hit. The clothing produced for this label was made in the Dior workrooms and was designed primarily by Phillipe Guiborgé, who also designed the Boutique lines, but was still overseen and finalized by Marc Bohan.

This black velvet dress has a bit of the feel of the turn of the century in its design. That whole 1800s milk maiden look was all the rage in the sixties and this dress touches on that in an appeal to the younger audience that this label was after.  the dress itself is cut fairly simple in its execution. The neck is scooped and the bust fitted. The waist is set high and the skirt below that is a sleek sheath that falls to mid-calf with a gentle flare as it nears the hem. The shoulders have a subtle capping effect and the sleeves are cut slim. The fabric itself becomes a design detail and the velvet gives it a rich feel. The twist comes into play with a detailing of large flat backed, glossy ovals that are set along the waist and in a double row on each sleeve. Each one of them is a full inch and a quarter high and they are set within a cord made out of a woven yarn. This gives you three plays on texture - the gloss of the beads, the matte of the yarn and the richness of the velvet. It is lined in high end silk finished beautifully. Excellent condition

Fully lined in black, hand set silk lining and closes with a back painted metal zipper. There are a couple of spots where the pile of velvet has been pressed the opposite way so it catches the light differently - very minor. Each cuff has hidden zippers. Note that it was too small for the mannequin - it closes completely to the neck on the proper sized girl

Inset shoulders: 13.5"
Sleeves: 13"
Bust: 16.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Empire waist at the band: 14" from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 11" from shoulder seam to top of detailing at the waist seam
Skirt length: 39" from top of detailing at the waist seam to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: XXS-XS

Item# DD746

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Super cute, super mod, little grey-black shift dress by Jacques Heim Made of a crisp linen mix it has the Hampton's chic feel to it. A faux button front has four huge buttons set waist coat style. The skirt is short and the sleeveless silhouette adds to the chic feel. A modesty panel is set in behind the V of the neck - you could, if you wish, easily remove this if a V neckline works better on you! Its simple and perfect. Excellent condition

Bust: 16.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 33" from mid-neck at the back to bottom hem

Unlined, it closes with a back painted metal zipper and hook and eye at the back neck.

Item#DD747

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Iconic mini dress by Azzedine Alaia. His forte is the ability to cut garments that cling like a second skin and yet somehow manage to nip and tuck and add curves in all the right places. This is the classic, extremely sexy, bandage dress with insets of a contrasting ribbed knit. The insets are set in a way that makes the dress look like a corset or garter - it highlights every curve. The bust is cut very low and I love the three strap detailing that goes over each shoulder. The back is low and the hem is high. Its the LBD when you want to drop jaws. Insanely fabulous and in excellent condition!

Bust: approx 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam, unstretched
Waist: 11" flat across the back from side seam to side seam, unstretched
Hips: 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam, unstretched
Length: 31" from top of shoulder to bottom hem

Unlined and slips on to wear. Tagged a vintage Alaia XS. The bust sits low but you could easily adjust the straps for a perfect fit.

Item# DD749

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This rare Pat Sandler dress is one of the best mix of prints I have ever seen. The colors make you think of far off wild exotic destinations where you can pair this with leather sandals and gooff n exotic adventures. The top has a deep V in both the front and back and the sleeves are left unlined so are just slightly sheer and are cut to flare out at the wrists. The fabric is a semi-sheer cotton silk voile so the piece does not weigh much but retains its shape when worn. The skirt is slightly full and the colors are bright and vibrant - deeper and richer then how it has photoed. Seriously fabulous and in excellent condition!

Sleeves: 23.5"
Shoulders: 13.5" across (slightly inset)
Bust: 18î flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to approx 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20î flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16î from shoulder to waist seam
Leg length: 40î from waist seam to bottom hem
Inseam: 29.5î

Tagged a YSL vintage 40

The jumpsuit is unlined and made of an acrylic jersey knit that has a decent weight to it. It closes at the front with a zipper and a tassel ended tie that loops through the waist

Modern Sizing†Equivalent: SML (6-8)

Item# DD750

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Item# DD752

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This collection was hailed by Style.com as being "the one collection that encapsulated everything that's best about Fall" Their review went on to state "In one way, Elbaz's collection was a feat of technical genius. He'd started off by making fabric out of strips of grosgrain ribbon, winding hundreds of meters of the stuff around the body to make shapely dresses, blouses, and skirtsóa step on from the free-flowing plissÈs of his Summer collection.....The result was a tour de force of innovation and simplicity .... asymmetric body-molding cocktail options...In a season when so many have anxiously cast around for what women will want in a recession, Elbaz has intuited the best answer of all: Give us restraint, give us pragmatism, but never slam the door on the possibility of utter gorgeousness" This dress is straight off the runway and an amazing combination of a deep slate grey silk topping an inner chiffon dress. I like that this version is completely sleeveless - it balances the dress better in my opinion. It is comletely cut on the bias and any shape is achieved by the masterful draping as it has minimal seaming. Exceptional and really the start of the draped and pleated look he is now infamous for. Excellent, unworn condition.

This is classic Courreges and I love the bright orange color! The silhouette of this screams that it is a Courreges and it an iconic and still highly wearable piece! From the Hyperbole line it has that classic sculptural silhouette. It would have been worn layered over one of his turtlenecks or mesh tops that were all sold separately but meant to mix and match but works equally wonderfully as shown for a modern girl. The straps are bold and I love the matching hued buttons on the front and back. The zipper is hidden along a back side seam so it seems to have no seams at all! Two pockets are similarly and cleverly hidden along the front seams. The skirt is cut on an A-line and the entire thing a masterpiece of cut and construction. Iconic and in excellent condition!

I love the classic cut of this suit with it's box jacket and slim pencil skirted dress. And I could go on for days about the fabric! It is rich and luxe and amazing! Really one of the best example of silk and textiles of this period I have seen! The dress is a slim cut simple shift that is cut to skim over your curves. It is refined and graceful and the color is perfection. I love the coppery pink thread mixed with silvers that is woven into the soft green silk back drop. The colors pop off each other and it just adds to the rich feel of the set. The jacket is classic box cut but with wonderful details like that wide band at the bottom back and the fabric covered buttons. It is simplicity mixed with a masterful seaming and cutting and extraordinary fabric. This is from the Custom line to the equivalent of a a made to order one step under couture piece! Excellent condition and a true beauty

Jacket
Shoulders: 15" from seam to seam
Bust: 21" flat across the inside from side seam to side seam
Waist: 20" flat across the inside from side seam to side seam
Length: 24" from mid-neck to bottom hem
Sleeves: 17" from shoulder seam to longest point

Dress
Bust: 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Total length: 41" from top of shoulder to bottom hem

The jacket is lined in a a matching silk and skirt is lined in a matching silky rayon. The jacket has no closures and the pocket opening are all finished and done with proper dressmaker finishes. The skirt closes with a hand set back hidden zipper. All hand finished.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# DD757

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A fantastic late 1950s Galanos that shows the level of control and excellent he had when it came to form and structure. A textured black wool is cut almost architecturally to make this classic little black dress. You can see the influence of other houses - Balenciaga for example - in the rounded shoulders and strong A-line skirt. A single deep inverted pleat is built into each side of the skirt which helps to hold the shape and give ease for movement. The bodice is simple, with a rounded silhouette and huge buttons down the front that offer a wonderful contrast to the texture of the fabric. The little notch at the top of where the slightly off set buttons finish give it a subtle bit of refined sexiness. I love it! Excellent condition

Sleeves:approx 19"
Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 40" from top of shoulder to bottom hem

Fully lined in fine black tissue silk and it closes with the front buttons. Hand finished, customs buttons

Item# DD758

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Azzedine Alaia is a master of knits and this is a wonderful example of his earlier work. This has a definite eighties vibe to it, in a great kind of way and is [erfect for layering over other pieces or as a stand alone. It still has that body conscious feel to it that Alaia pieces do but in a subtler way. I love the diagonal striping across the back and how the waist is nipped in by manipulation of the knit rather then seaming. It snaps to close so can be worn as open or closed as you prefer. It will work as a dress, a layering piece or a light coat. Excellent condition

Shoulders: 16"
Sleeves: 22"
Bust: 20" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 33" from mid-neck at the back to bottom hem

Unlined and it closes with the snaps down the front. It can open completely. The shoulders have light padding.

Item#DD759

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A superb gown that uses texture and fabric to bring richness to the piece. This allows the cut to be kept refined and simple. The bodice is made of a luxurious black velvet with minimal seaming. The shoulders are rounded and the sleeves are each a column of black velvet. A V dips at both the front and back - it is actually quite low at the back even on a girl that the dress would fully zip (it appears lower than it really is here since it was too small to fully zip up on the mannequin) The skirt is a quilted off white A-line that sweeps to the floor. There is subtle padding under the quilting and this helps to add texture and to hold the shape of the skirt. It is stunning and in excellent condition. You could add a sparkly brooch at the neckline or an elaborate neck piece to add tot he regal feel this beautiful gown has. Berin was a favorite of Pat Nixon and Ladybird Johnson and you can see why in this classic gown! Excellent condition

The top is fully lined in black tissue silk and the skirt in a off-white tissue silk. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. Each cuff has hidden snaps. Hand finishes. Note that it closes to about 6" above the back waist line - it is too small to close on the mannequin. It does not open to the waist as pictured.

Shoulders: no defined seam
Sleeves: 21.5"
Bust: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from shoulder seam to top of detailing at the waist seam
Skirt length: 39" from top of detailing at the waist seam to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS

Item# DD762

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This is a fantastic piece and is a stunning example of how Oscar De la Renta masterfully creates the most exquisite, feminine pieces over and over! It is a tribute to all that is refined and elegant. A heavy pale pink silk skirt, with just a drop of peach to the tone, has a stunning overlay of black lace that runs around the skirt just above the ruffled hem. The bodice is fitted with a high lace neckline, built in inner bodice and beautiful lace sleeves. The effect of being covered completely and yet having the skin peek through the lace is a delicious contrast and has a subtle sexiness. The skirt is cut to fall wider as it falls to the ground. I love how he has carried the lace over the waist so it sits atop the hips and how all the edges of the lace are left scalloped! It is in wonderful condition and a stunning early!

Shoulders: 14" from shoulder seam to shoulder seam
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from shoulder to waist seam?
Skirt: 38" from waist seam to bottom hem
Sleeves: 18"

The skirt is fully lined in a pale peach silk organza. The bodice is lined in a fine silk tissue. It closes with a back painted metal zipper at the back waist, and a hook & eye at the top of the neck. There are some small, light discolorations along the hem. The inner silk lining shows some heel marks, scuffing and fraying to the edges of the hem. There are a couple of small pin holes near the hem of the exterior ruffle as well- these do not show when worn and are mentioned for accuracy.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS (0-4)

Item# 2-DD319

Reference Photo: Fall 1975 Oscar de la Renta Runway.

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The fabric on this dress is fantastic! It is a toweling fabric so has lots of texture and feels fantastic on. A classic Gucci braid and logo run in diagonal stripes from top to bottom of the dress. The cut is kept simple and is so chic so that the fabric and that perfect red color can take center stage. It is basically an A-line sheath that runs from one shoulder. The fabric makes it a jet setter chic piece for the beach that you can wear with sandals for day and yet the silhouette will easily transition to evening with a quick switch of accessories. Earlier, really good Gucci pieces are hard to find and this one is amazing and iconic - it really is the best of the best of Gucci from this era! Excellent condition!

Bust: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 55" from top of shoulder to bottom hem

Unlined, it slips over the head to wear. The fabric has some stretch.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD763

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If this does not absolutely sum up the minimalist movement of the nineties I am not sure what would! It is a sleek, chic, sheath of black. Parachute silk for the front and a stretch nylon jersey for the back. It is supermodel length and will make you look supermodel tall. It is simple and cut to perfection. The front can open completely so you could layer this over other pieces if you wish. I love how the buttons end just below the hips so a high opening is left at the front to counter balance that sheath of blackness. Simple cap sleeves and a small, neat collar finish the dress perfectly. Excellent, unworn condition

Shoulders: 15" across
Bust: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 58" from mid-back of the neck to the bottom hem

Unlined and buttons to close. The fabric has some stretch.

Item# DD766

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How absolutely gorgeous is this dress? The silk itself is amazing - a luxe bias cut silk chiffon that has a custom screening of a leopard print from top to bottom. The bias cut gives the silk lots of movement and it has a fantastic floaty feel to it - light and air which is the perfect balance to the animal print. The skirt is very full with lots of fabric but lies quite nice and sleek when you are still. The bodice has a high rolled neckline and the sleeves are long and lean. It is interesting to note that even the sleeves are lined in the same silk crepe that rest of the dress is - this is an extra step and most designers skip it to save fabric - it is really a sign of the care and thought out into the piece. A very long, 90" silk sash is still present and you can wrap and tie this as you wish! Excellent, unworn condition. Item# DD767

Bust: 16-17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13-15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16-19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 54" from mid-back of neck to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# DD768

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An absolutely beautiful, stunning late 1970s, silk gown by Oscar de la Renta! This is a true beauty and is in mint condition! The bodice is draped and gathered at each side. A gathered bit of silk is attached to one side and swoops up and over the neckline to create a goddess like one shoulder silhouette. The skirt falls to the ground in a perfect sheath of silk. The fabric used is of the finest quality - think a heavier weight silk that has the feel of a Hermes scarf. I love the multi color leaf print that is scattered top to bottom of the gown - it gives it a light airy feel while not taking away form the refinement and classic feel of the piece. A really chic gown that presents even better in person! Excellent condition

Bust: to 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 10" from top of bodice to waist seam
Skirt length: 38" from waist seam to bottom hem

The dress is fully lined - a yellow silky rayon was used through the skirt and a silk organza backs the bodice. The bodice has a full corset/bra built in. This could be removed to give you more room and a less structured fit if needed. It closes with a back painted metal zipper and hook & eye. Hand finished. Note the color is more of a marigold tone then the true yellow as photoed. It is richer and deeper.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6-8)

Item# DD769

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This is a super dress by Fred Perlberg. It is a simple silk sheath with the waist nipped in and a long lean skirt. The bodice is cut with a nice plunge silhouette and the sleeves are simple and long. I love how all the edges have a tighter panel of sequins going in the opposite direction. It is a nice touch to highlight and add some texture and interest to the piece. The sequins have a pearled iridescent quality so the dress has a nice glow without being overwhelming. A slit on the leg adds a bit of flash when you move. Hand finishes and a piece that really works once one a real girl! Excellent condition.

Zandra Rhodes is one of my favorite designers and it is always a treat to have one of her pieces for you! Some of her longer gowns are so over the top they are hard to fit into real life but this is a very wearable, gorgeous piece that can go for a fancier day piece to cocktail wear with ease. Hand painted silk chiffon over a silk interior has a asymmetrical hem and waist detailing. The bodice has sequin work that was hand applied and the edges are all done with pretty faux pearls. I love the shoulders and how they have a built out a touch. The sleeves are left unlined so the print really gets shown off. It is lovely and highly collectible. Excellent condition

Bust: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 39" from shoulder to to bottom hem
Sleeves: 15" from shoulder seam to longest point

The dress is fully lined in blue tissue silk and it closes with a back painted metal zipper. The bead and sequin work detailing is all hand applied A wire is attached to both the inner lining and the skirt's hem to create and hold that wonderful ruffle shape of the hem. The sleeves are left unlined. It should be dry cleaned when cleaned again in the future.

Modern Sizing equivalent: MED

Item# DD772

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I love Bill Gibb and this ensemble is terrific! It has that romantic Victorian hippie feel that the best of his clothes have. It is two separate pieces, both done in a light polished cotton.The fabric has an ombre striping in light pastels - soft green, pink and cream. Insets of open work lace run down the skirt and the front of the top. The skirt is a masterpiece of pleat and flat work done to give interest but without adding excessive volume. All the edges are finished with grosgrain and the entire outfit is beautifully made. I love the wide kimono inspired sleeves. Wear these together or as separates. Bill Gibb is a highly collectible label and his pieces are getting exceedingly hard to find. Both pieces are in excellent, unworn condition

Top
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 22" flat across the back from side seam to side seam, and continuing to bottom hem
Total length: 27" from mid neck at the back to bottom hem
Sleeves: 24" from shoulder seam to longest point

Skirt
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Total length: 31" from waist seam to bottom hem

Note the color is more of a pale pastel combination then what is photoed. The label is the best representation. It presents far softer in overall color then pictured. The base of the fabric is a creamy white with no yellow undertones.

Both pieces are fully lined in cream silky rayon. The top closes with a row of buttons at the front and can be worn as a light jacket or as a top, while the skirt closes with a side painted metal zipper and hook and eye combo. The belt that is with it does not appear to me to be the original but will be sent with it as found as it works.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED (6-12)

Item# 2-DD337

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This is one of those amazing 1950s pieces that make you wonder why more designers are not doing this type of silhouette now! The under-dress is a simple, chic sheath with a nipped in waist. The front bodice has an inset triangle that is set to make that high inverted, curved neck that was so in vogue at the time. The shoulders are rounded and the sleeves to the elbow. The sleekness of the top carries down and through to the slim pencil skirt. Snaps are set all around the waistline and that fantastic full, almost bubble shaped over-skirt snaps into place. The shape this makes has a sculptural feel and in reminiscent of what Balenciaga was doing at the time. Because the over skirt comes off you could add a slim belt to cover the snaps and end up with two dresses in one! Excellent condition

This is a pretty Joy Stevens halter dress with a wonderful screened floral print! It is made of an easy to care jersey that has a stunning and bold floral print done in pinks & lavenders. The front of the dress is gathered along a fabric tie that then goes up and around the neck. I have crossed it for the photos, but you can also tie it so that is does not crossed over if you wish. The back is left bare for a sexy hint of skin. The skirt falls to the floor and is cut so that it drapes from just under the bust-line of the dress. This makes it very flattering as it hides all sins. A great dress that can go from beach to market to cocktails with a simple change of shoe! Excellent condition.

Bust: variable
Empire Waist: 14-16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Natural Waist: 16" from side seam to side seam
Hips: free
Total length: 50" from the top of the bodice to bottom hem

The dress is unlined and made of a synthetic jersey knit - it will stretch another inch or so from the listed measurements if needed. It closes with a back painted metal zipper and ties around the neck

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# E223

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This is a gorgeous jersey Donald Brooks dress in the most amazing coral colour! I love the ease of the fabric and the killer drape - it is a slinky synthetic jersey with a smooth finish and really has a fantastic look to it - it also is easy to wear and to pack! The faceted glass button detailing is the perfect contrast to the jersey - it's an ingenious way to give it a little glitz without ruining the perfect simplicity of the jersey. It has its original, extra long tie belt. There is lots of fabric in the skirt and I love the fluid jersey sleeves that each end with a bit of a balloon effect at each cuff. Excellent condition!

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice length: 16" from shoulder to top of the waist band
Skirt length: 24" from top of the waist band to the bottom of the hem

Unlined and buttons at the front with hidden snaps to hold it perfectly in place. The buttons are faceted glass - very pretty! The original belt is present and looped at one end.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# DD777

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This dress is both iconic and fantastic! It is rare that you see a full sequined early Biba. I have seen lots of tops and vests (there are a few listed in the shop now even) but to find a full maxi dress is just wonderful! The dress is amazing too - it is classic Biba with its small, triangle halter style cups from which the skirt flows to the floor in a wide A-line. All the sequin work is set vertically so you get a subtle line that travels up making the wearer seem even longer and leaner. The sequins themselves are a burnished deep gold and they catch the light wonderfully. It is very simple but very wonderful and undeniably special. Really good Biba pieces are getting harder and harder to find and this one is amazing - it really is one of the best of the best by Biba from this era! Excellent condition!

The upper bodice is backed in black satin, the rest of the dress is unlined. It closed at the back with a zipper. The fabric has some stretch. Each side of the bodice seems to be cut straight up and down - they tend to stick out a touch as a result. It is not a flaw but I am pointing it out as I think you might want to tweak it to a perfect fit once it is tried.

Bust: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 59" from top of shoulder to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# DD763

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Known for his feminine, romantic designs, this gown is a slight departure for Oscar and shows that he can do sensuality and sexy with the best of them. A butterfly acts as the only coverage on the bodice of the dress - the rest is fine black netting that is completely see through. The butterfly is heavily beaded and done in a spectacular array of metallic colors. The back is slit open to the waist. The skirting is black silk velvet and is an almost modified mermaid shape that follows every curve. The beaded portion of the gown is substantial and amazingly intricate. When on your sides and back are left bare except for the netting! A grosgrain ribbon sits inside the waist to hold the dress in the exact proper place when worn. hand finished and in excellent condition.

Sleeves: approx 22"
Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist:12" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice length: 15" from shoulder to waist seam
Skirt length: 40" from waist seam to bottom hem

The gown appears unworn. The skirt is fully lined in black tissue silk. The top is obviously unlined, It closes with a low back zipper and a hook and eye at the top of the neck. Hand finished and the bead-work appears to have been hand done. The edges f the bodes and each cuff are piped with black satin. Each cuff has a snap to close.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS (0-4)

Item# 2-DD73

This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival

This is a beautifully constructed 1950s Ceil Chapman constructed from a customs screened, printed polished cotton - an unusual fabric choice for Chapman but one that works spectacularly. Chapman is renowned for being one of Marlyn Monroe's favorite designers and its easy to see why - this dress scream bombshell! The dress really showcases Chapman's attention to detail and love of gathering and stitching the fabric. The techniques used are infamous amongst girls in the know for how these dresses drape over a women's body to create curves whether you have them or not! The skirt is lean and fitted and looks to be a wrapped sarong but that is just a clever illusion. The waist nips in and the bust has been hand draped and gathered into soft pleat detailing Those are all hand placed and stitched pucker pleats along the top allowing it to flares out a bit when worn - it is wonderful! Excellent condition. Item# 2-DD330

This dress was featured in a September 2010 issue of Hello Magazine!

The entire set is constructed of layers of netting - some hand painted with those fantastic gold dots and some left black. It is almost indescribable as to the cut and silhouette as it is tucked here with a seam, tacked there with a stitch, deliberately puffed there and buttons are offset, close with the seam protruding out, seams finished, seams left un-constructed ....the details are endless and stunning. This collection "contained fusions of menswear and elements culled from Victorian women's wear" It is easy to see that feel in this piece with its elaborate shape and form. The fabric is hand painted with large gold dots and the set weighs almost nothing since it is entirely constructed from netting. The skirt and jacket can literally be worn inside out - I have styled it as the tags inside dictate but you could turn either inside out and wear the opposite. A mannequin does this ensemble little justice - it needs the quirky, fabulous girl that Rei Kawakubo intended to wear it! The original price on this set at retail was almost $4000. Excellent condition

Jacket
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Total length: 26" from mid-neck to bottom dip of hem at back, the front curves up to 9" shorter

Skirt
Waist: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Total length: 29" from waist seam to bottom hem

Note the skirt is meant to either sit low on the hip or to be cinched and draped around the waist by adding a belt through the loops. It did not actually come with a belt when purchased - you are meant to add your own.

The jacket closes with fabric covered double buttons on the exterior. The skirt closes with a side buttons and hook and eye at the waist. Tagged a M.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED (6-10)

Item# DD782

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The fabric of this dress is utterly amazing. A silk brocade has muted copper thread woven into it from top to bottom. The pattern is done so that some areas of the copper or bold, some fine and delicate. This serves to allow the light to catch the threads in different ways so it seems to almost change color and hue as you move turning the wearing into a seemingly liquid molten ripple. The cut is classic fifties with a nipped in waist topping an extremely full circles skirt. A wedding gown feel row of buttons close the dress at the front and the shoulders are left unseamed and rounded as to not break the beautiful refined line created. Each sleeve is long and slim and a jaunty, pointed cuff sits at each wrist, The collar can sit high and up, or it can be folded slightly to show off the pert little points. I absolutely love the unusual, high rounded half pockets - they are amazing! A real treasure and in excellent condition

Beautiful candy color printed cotton voile dress from the infamous Ceil Chapman. Pops of bright color collide in the most charming way on this pretty little day dress. Hand screened color explodes over the dress from top to bottom. The exterior is a feather light cotton mix voile and this is placed over a pale pink interior. The bodice is hand placed and then flat pleated into place. This pleating is then picked up in the skirt - it is attached to the waist by tiny, fine flat pleats which give the skirt its fullness. The neckline is gently scooped while the back dips into a shallow V. The skirt swings out from the nipped in waist. Extremely pretty and bright. Excellent condition.

Shoulders: 14î from seam to seam
Bust: 18î from side seam to side seam
Waist: open
Hips: open
Total: 53î from mid-back of the neck to bottom hem
Sleeves: 26î from shoulder seam to cuff

The dress is fully lined in a slightly starched, netted cotton - the lining is set into the pattern pieces. Made of a silky rayon blend it has retained the colors perfectly. There are a couple of very very faint tiny spots here and there but I am being very picky and they do not show when worn because of the way the fabric falls. Still priced accordingly. It closes with a back painted metal zipper and buttons at the cuffs.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED (6-10)

Item# 2-DD445

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A late 1970s Hanae Mori caftan maxi dress done in a feather light silk chiffon. The gown is cut super model long and is constructed of two layers of almost weightless silk. I love the exotic Asian feel combined with the sleekness of the seventies silhouette that the dress has. The customs designed screened floral pattern is a nod to her Japanese heritage. I love how it gives the dress a delicate, romantic feeling and is a stunning match to the lightness of the fabric. It has a high slit on one leg to break the length of all that silk and each sleeve is left unlined and billows delicately. A nod to the thirties is seen in the diamond gathered detailing atop each shoulder. Hanae is the only woman of Japanese descent to have presented on the Paris and New York Runways and the first Asian woman to be admitted as an official haute couture house. You can see why in this stunning and romantic example of her work. I love it as presented but you could of course belt it to create more shape. Excellent condition.

Shoulders: 14" from seam to seam
Bust: 19" from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Total: 60" from mid back of the neck to bottom hem
Sleeves: 27" from shoulder seam to longest point
Slit up leg: 25"

The dress is fully lined in a black semi sheer silk chiffon with the sleeves left unlined. It closes with a back painted metal zipper and buttons at the cuffs. There are hook and eye on the exterior silk chiffon layer to cover the zipper when it is worn. Hand finishes.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# DD785

This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival

I absolutely love the dramatic color of this piece and that is is screened onto a chiffon so it has a translucent popsicle color feel to it. It is a dramatic and bright combination of a tangerine orange mixed with a deep fuchsia pink with pops of white! I adore the details on this dress - the entire bodice and skirt are detailed with tiny flat knife pleats. The bodice has then from collar to waist and the skirt begins with them at the waistline and then they are allowed to soften and open to give the skirt volume and air fullness. The sleeves are left unlined and each ends with a dramatic ruffle done in the same knife flat pleating treatment. A wide collar in the pleats adorns the neckline. The top layer of chiffon floats over the inner layer in the most beautiful of ways - it really goes it that wonderful light, romantic feel. A wide, long sash of the same fabric is still with the gown and I have shown it wrapped around the waist. The dress has a fantastic romantic, pretty and light feel, but is still regal and beautiful. Excellent condition.

Shoulders: 15" across
Sleeves: 23" long
Bust: 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice length: 15" from shoulder to waist
Skirt length: 41" from waist seam to the bottom of the hem

Fully lined in an tangerine orange silky rayon. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. A touch richer and more vivid in color in person. Has its original matching fabric sash that is in excellent condition

Item# DD789

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Pieces like this make a girl want to weep with joy! The first thing you must know about this couture quality constructed ensemble is that is literally weighs only a few ounces. It is like holding air. The finest lingerie colored peach lace adds texture and interest. Fused into the lace is a soft silk mohair yarn that seems to extend and create the hem of the to and skirt like magic. The contrast of textures with the two fabric is wonderful. It also gives it a feeling of substance but again there is virtually no weight to the set at all - it is like wearing bits of air! The top is cut very simply - tank style and the skirt a simple A line to the knee. A belt came with the set and I have slung it around the hips. It is an extraordinary example of couture level textiles and the original price if this set was 5 times the listed price, Excellent, unworn condition

Top:
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Total length: 21" from mid-neck to bottom hem at back, the front is 2.5" shorter

Skirt:
Waist: 13" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Total length: 26" from waist seam to bottom hem

The top and skirt are both fully lined - the top in a backing of hand dyed silk netting and the skirt in matching soft peach silk chiffon. The top closes with hidden side set zipper. The skirt closes with a hidden side zipper as well. Note the color is a touch more lingerie peach then how it photoed - really wonderful and flattering color! The original silk satin, suede backed belt is present and in excellent condition.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# DD792

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A gorgeous goddess feel, crepe jersey gown that drapes fantastically. This amazing gown is both flattering and dramatic! White silk crepe falls perfectly over an inner jersey base in a classic Romanesque column. The bust is reinforced so no undergarments are required when wearing this piece. II love how the fabric is hand placed and stitched into soft pleats across the front bodice. This adds fullness and subtle interest. A swatch of fabric appears to loop over the bust and then falls to the floor in a flowing column that helps add the illusion of leanness and height. A rhinestone collar creates a pretty halter neckline. Its extremely flattering, easy to wear and high on drama. Excellent condition!

Vicky Tiel was backed by Elizabeth Taylor as a young designer after working on the costume for 'Whats New Pussycat'. After a stint with a partner she launched her self named label in Paris in 1970. She as one of the very early boutique owner/designer that offered a ready-to-wear option in Paris. That said, her clothes often walk a fine line between ready-to-wear and couture in terms of their construction and techniques used. By the mid to late seventies her style had developed into the ultra sexy and feminine clothing that she is now known best for. By the eighties and into the nineties, she had a cult celebrity following. This is a stunning example of her work. 

The base of the dress is made out of a fine gold metallic lace netting. This is then backed in a deep gunmetal silk. The metallic lace over the silk gives the dress a subtle glimmer from top to bottom. Onto this are black sequins that are hand applied and hand placed in clusters to follow the design in the netting. This layer construction of the fabric gives the dress texture and depth. Once on the body it really feels like it comes to life as the light catches the various parts of the dress. The dress is surprisingly light in weight because of the netting and silk combination. It is cut in that classic Vicky Tiel bombshell lines. The bodice is fitted and the neckline is curved into a sweetheart ashes that plunges quite low. At the back it is set into a low. V. The bodice is boned and shaped inside for support. The sleeves are unlined and long so you get a play on the transparency of the fabric down the arm. The skirt is wrapped and attached around the waist. It is gathered high along one side and there is a high slit under that exposing a ton of leg. The curve wraps around and back with the can hem sitting longer then at the front. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a deep gunmetal grey silk, with the sleeves left unlined. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. Lightly boned through the bodice.

Sleeves: 25" 
Bust: 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 21" from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from shoulder to waist seam
Skirt length: 41" from waist to longest point of the back hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD367

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Straight from the closets of a couture buying socialite, comes this 2006 Roberto Cavalli runway gown. It is pure Cavalli - both sexy and jet set chic. The gown is constructed of yards and yards of luxurious thick silk custom screened with a python design. The bodice has a built in corset to give you the maximum amount of lift and fullness. The skirt cascade from there in a sheath of silk. It has subtle inverted flat pleats set around it so that you get an ton of fullness in the skirt. When you stand still these lie flat and disappear giving you a long lean silhouette. When you move they allow the fabric ot flow and love in the most dramatic way! The edges of the bodice are black patent leather. You can actually tuck in the straps and wear this as a strapless piece if you wish. The fabric is signed throughout and the craftsmanship is perfection. It's red carpet worthy and a drop dead choice for the girl who wants to make a sexy, powerful statement. Excellent condition

Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Empire waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 11" from top of straps to empire waist seam, 5" from top of bodice to 1st patent banding
Skirt: 47" from empire waist seam to bottom hem

There is a built-in, boned corset which closes with a with a hook and eye combo. An exterior zipper lies over that. The skirt is unlined. There is the slightest of dulling to the patent under one arm where it has rubbed from being tried on.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML (2-6)

Item# 2-DD404

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This is an absolute bombshell of a dress and it will give any girl who wears it instant curves! Tiel pieces can be overtly sexual and this little black dress definitely falls into the category! It is as fitted a dress as you can ask for and almost micro mini short. The front is boned and peaked and has a deep, deep plunge. All the seaming is vertical so you get no visual break in the line at the waist. The straps tie behind the neck to hold the bodice in place, but you could tuck them in and wear this strapless if you dare. Excellent condition

Bust: approx 16" from side seam to side seam with A-small B cup room built in
Waist: 12.5" lat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side to side
Length: 31" from top peak of bodice to hem

The dress is fully lined in black silk. There is boning in the bust area and light padding inside each bust that is hand edged and finished. There are ribbon ties attached to each peak of the bodice that tie behind the neck. You could also tuck these in and wear it strapless.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# DD793

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Shoulders: 16" across
Sleeves: 19" long
Bust: 20" flat across the back from side seam to side seam and continues to hem
Length: 32" from mid-neck at the back to bottom hem

The coat closes with a hidden hook under the bow. A snap holds the bow in place. It is fully lined in a cream silk and appears to have never been worn. It is immaculate inside and out. The color is more vivid in person - really gorgeous!

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED (6-10)

Item# C162

This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival