1950s Unusual Sequin Cocktail Dress

You see a lot of versions of the sequin LBD and some are atrocious, some are wonderful and then some are wonderful and unusual like this one is. The sequins are sewn onto a knit, which was not uncommon, but this knit has a large weave, giving it almost a raffia type look! The contrast between the glossy black sequins and the highly textured knit is wonderful. The other unusual thing about this one is that it is completely backed in lining so it has more structure then most sequin knit versions of this look. The cut is all femme fatale - a fitted lean pencil skirt is nipped in at the waist and both the front and back are in a deep V. A superb sequin and knit dress and in excellent condition.

1960s Paper Dress Orig Packet

These where all the rage back in the sixties. They are the original "green" movement clothing - made of paper that has been worked so it has a almost thin, felt like feel, these where actually meant o be worn, washed by hand once or twice and then disposed of when they fell apart. Which is exactly what girls did, hence their rarity. I have a couple to share and this first is a lovely pop art shift in blues highlighted with pink swirls. The neck and arm are piped in a baby blue fabric and I love the big bold pocket on the front. It was found folded in its plastic bag as pictured and only removed to be measured and photoed. Excellent condition!

1960s Paper Dress Org. Packet

These where all the rage back in the sixties. They are the original "green" movement clothing - made of paper that has been worked so it has a almost thin, felt like feel, these where actually meant o be worn, washed by hand once or twice and then disposed of when they fell apart. Which is exactly what girls did, hence their rarity. I have a couple to share and this one is a lovely shift in bold pop art mod colors! Blues, greens and pinks mix with yellow and white. The neck and arm are piped in a baby blue fabric and I love the big bold pocket on the front. It was found folded in its plastic bag as pictured and only removed to be measured and photoed. Excellent condition!

1970s Grecian Crochet Neck Jersey Maxi

There is a certain type of poly jersey dress from the 1970s that was done the exact right way to offset the fabric choice. In fact they just would not be the same without being what they are. When the poly jersey is a good weight - not to light so it feels cheap and not too heavy that it feels frumpy, these can be glorious little pieces. And then when you make that jersey the perfect off-white, add flowing Grecian inspired panels, sexy deep side cuts and a high neckline in crochet work that allows skin to peek through. Well you have yourself a pretty fantastic dress! This dress is exactly that and more. The fit is tremendously easy - you can wear it if you are tiny and it will drape and if you are larger the exterior panels give you a long, lean silhouette. I love how the sides each have a little tie under the arm and that neckline - its the perfect balance between chic and flower child. Excellent condition!

1960s John Charles Print Maxi

These Victorian inspired cotton print dresses with their high necklines and ruffled bottoms where the height of fashion in the late sixties. Paired with high bouffant hair dos and kohl rimmed doe eyes, girls floated about in them. A modern girl would add chic sandals and a slung bag or over sized tote, but hopefully maintain the kohl rimmed eyes! Love the bibbed front with its lacework that goes high on the neck. The sleeves have a slightly puffed shoulder and lace trimmed ruffled cuff. The waist seam is set high so is easy t ear and flattering and I adore the wide ruffled hem! Easy to wear and wash cotton and in mint condition!

1960s Custom Thai Silk 4 Piece Pink Set

Thai silk pieces from the sixties are in my opinion, some of the best silk work ever done in the history of fashion. This set was made by Star of Siam and the label proudly states that is was hand tailored in Bangkok. The silk is absolutely amazing and the pink as vibrant as the day it was made. It literally looks to be unworn! It was hand woven and hand screened and is an absolute testament to the craftsmanship being employed in constructing silk garments during this time period. The super model length skirt wraps into place and flares out in a wide A-line form the waist. You have the option of wearing the little triangle topped halter that simply ties into place leaving your entire back bare, or throw on the button silk top/jacket for a more covered look. It still has its little tie that you can wear around the neck or waist! Stunningly beautiful! I love it! Amazing concept & a definitive look of the sixties and a beautiful set in mint, unworn condition! Item# D322

1960s Angel Sleeve Dress

Fantastic sixties David Silverman Angel sleeve gown in a semi sheer cotton mix that has been treated with a slight stiffening agent so it almost feels like a silk gazar. Little round circles of flowers adorn the blue fabric and it is cut in typical sixties flower child style - a high empire waist, billowing skirts with ruffled hem and most amazing - those ruffled and angel sleeves! Its masses of fabric but somehow work once worn. Silverman was perhaps not as well known as some of his other British contemporaries but this is a wonderful example of his work! Excellent condition.

1930s Silk Yarn & Netting Bias Cut Gown

Romantic and feminine thirties dress is a confection of startling choices of fabrication. The interior layer is bias cut cream silk crepe - a good weighted silk and so luxurious feeling against your skin. Attached to the bottom hem of this interior dress is two layers of a crisp white silk tulle netting. Over this inner layer is attached a body skimming netted overlay with a lace look that you realize upon inspection is actually made from an fine, almost yarn like string edged in embroidery thread to define each bit of the swirled design. This layer widens as it nears the hem and also has two crisp white layers of silk tulle attached, the tulle edging at the bottom falls slightly asymmetrical as the dress settles into place to follow your curve. A wonderful piece that is in excellent condition and so pretty!

1950s Scupltural Silk Dress & Capelet Set

This is certainly a high end piece and perhaps a top designer piece that has sadly lost it's label along its journey. It definitely has a Balenciaga, Dior-ish feel to it with its fine attention to details and quality and craftsmanship in the way it is constructed. The dress is gorgeous - a refined shift with a nipped in waist. I love the wide flat pleat detail that crosses over itself on the bodice and carries through the skirt. Even the small V that is formed at the neck seems to have a distinct, studied shape to it. Every line of this dress was carefully thought out and sculpted into place. A side zipper ensures that no line is broken. Most amazing is the little round shouldered short cape that is original to the dress. It sits charmingly on ones shoulders and is absolutely balanced and cut to perfection. The fabric is a fine, silk in jet black with a slight sheen. I can't go one enough about this piece - it really is extraordinary and I know I will regret listing it once it goes - the pictures do not come close to doing it justice. Immaculate condition.

1960s Silk Mermaid Gown

Drama drama drama is what this 1960s gown and jacket from the Californian Helga label. The husband wife duo were known for their evening wear and it is easy to see why when you see this gown! It is made to fit like a glove and is all bombshell curves. Strapless and boned it curves down past the hips like a glove and then flares out in the most dramatic mermaid skirt, stiffened so the shape is really emphasized! A little jacket in a matching floral textured silk has rounded edges and a simple silhouette. A real eye catcher and a wonderful piece!

1930s Bias Cut Silk Ruffle Gown

Beautiful 30s gown all cut on the bias and with a pretty floral print. The silk has a ribbed texture to it and the gown just slips on to wear. The front has a dramatic capelet attached that sits over the shoulders and follows that deep sexy V in the back. The back is absolutely amazing! It has a to the waist plunge and then sweeps to a full flared A line with a dramatic ruffled train that falls to a longer length then the front. I have shown it worn either way as it certainly could be turned around if you are brave enough. The finishes are all by hand and its a really striking and wonderful piece that weighs almost nothing and would definitely be on par with any runway piece of today. Excellent condition!

1960s Black Silk Brocade Maxi Coat

I know the pictures cannot come close to conveying the beauty of this coat. It is really extraordinary but being black, it is hard to capture just how wonderful it is. The cut is stunning - full length it has narrow shoulders and is fitted through the upper torso with long slim sleeves. It then flares from the waist ans sweeps to the ground with miles of fabric. The fabric itself is stunning - its has a self raised design that has an almost exotic skin quality to it - the raised bits have a slight sheen to them so you get a wonderful contrast. The inside is a marvel. Fully lined in thick, luxurious cream silk satin it is impeccably done. I love how the waist is slightly gathered. Its as beautiful as the outside. Finely made it is a true beauty! Excellent condition - it appears to have never been worn.

Shoulders: 16" from seam to seam
Bust: 17" flat across the inside back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across the inside back from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 56" from mid neck at the back to bottom hem
Sleeves: 22" from shoulder seam to longest point

The coat is fully lined in an immaculate cream silk satin and closes with knotted fabric buttons and frog knot loops made of the exterior fabric. It has a good weight to it but is not unwieldy to wear.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# C106

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

1980s Silk Print Day Dress with Sash

Judy says she was attracted to this dress for its loose and easy cut and lovely shot of color. I have to agree! A light weight silk allows for perfect drape and the easy to fit elasticized waist means you just slip it on, tie the sash belt and go! Instant chic! The silk is a good quality silk and nice and light. You can still wear this now with bare legs and then transition to boots or tights as the weather gets cooler. It is in mint condition and appears unworn. Really terrific and versatile piece!

1950s Cage Neck Black Wiggle Dress

A stunning and unusual design that is reminiscent of the recent Sandler dress I posted but this one is a versatile little black version! Cut in that classic late fifties, meant to show off your curves, this simple dress gets the bombshell treatment with that dramatic neckline! The fabric is a synthetic crepe so it wears well. It is cut with a lean skirt with just a touch of an A-line flare and subtle pleat details at either side of the waist. The waist cinches in and is emphasized with piping. The bodice is simple and sweet until you hit the shoulders and then its full pin up effect! The entire top of the neckline has a piped open cut work effect. Its a fantastic sexy look and gives this LBD a great vixen twist!

1960s Embroidered Flowers Cheongsam

A simple cut gets added pop through the use of a stunning panel of embroidery that swoops across the neck and then completely down one side to the hem! Brilliant colors are used to form the flowers and it is just an amazing design. The cut is that of a classic cheongsam with a fitted body, high neck and sexy slits on either side of the leg. The collar is cut so that once you snap up the row of snaps it sits up to frame your neckline and add that little extra bit of drama and flare! Fully lined in tissue silk it feels as great to wear as it does to look at. This was a strong 40s look and perfect for this fall's focus on that decade! Excellent condition.

1960s Gold & Pastel Foil Striped Dress

What an amazing dress! I was seriously bowled over with this one. The fabric is so unusual. It's a extremely lightweight silk organza or chiffon in a variety of pretty pastels - pinks, yellows, lavenders and tangerines that are all almost completely over laid in a thin gold "foil" effect. Its just a myriad of different stripes - all different thicknesses and colors. I love how the care was taken to make sure they line up along the seams and the cut is wonderful. The gold thread treatment gives it just enough shape so that that wide wide, exaggerated A-line really tries to retain its shape to you get this amazing fullness through the skirt without having to wear anything under it. It's almost sculptural in nature. It kills me that there is no label as this is surely a designer piece. Almost weightless it is a very unusual dress. Excellent condition.

1960s Fully Beaded & Sequin Pink Gown

These all beaded sixties pieces always bowl me over. They are always fully sequined and beaded and would have been done completely by hand. This one also has a fantastic design worked in and amongst the sequins that has been done in tube beads, glass seed beads and the center 3D look is actually bunched pink sequins sewn on so they stand on their edges! Amazing! The base is a pink knit that I suspect is part cashmere and the overall sequin work is done in the same hued pink sequins with a touch of iridescence to them. The neckline is a V and the back a slightly deeper V. The silhouette is simple with a fitted tee style top that flows in a straight line to the floor. It will be your curves that the knit will work around to create the shape to this one! Note that it appears red in the pictures - it is actually a deep cherry pink. A wonderful, statement piece in excellent condition!

1960s Crisp Thai Quilted Cotton Dress

Stunning, never worn crisp cotton print dress hand made by the Siam Boutique in Thailand. The print is stunning with a blended design made of red and orange on a black background. The collar is quilted and top stitched and sits over a little round keyhole. It is a waistless shift but has its original belt that allows you to cinch it in if you wish. The entire hem is circled with a wide band of quilted fabric - the stitched the fabric to follow the design This serves to weigh the hem and really help to hold the shape. It also adds and interesting dimension to the piece. In excellent condition, it appears to have never been worn!

1960s Pink & Gold Chiffon Harem Pant Set

Fabulous and slightly crazy outfit is made of a bright pink poly chiffon that has screened flowers and patches of gold thread woven into it. It is meant to be worn loose and full and though I have out it into the SML-MED category it could be worn by a smaller frame (the model is a tiny 2-4) and sits loose and draped or work on a figure that more closely matches the listed measurements. It's a simple design - the pants slip on with elastic at the waist and cuffs and the jacket is cut box like wit the same elastic cuffs and a simple snap closure. But that is where the simplicity stops - the look is pure over the top! (it's paired on the model with an Anita Quansah piece but that piece is sold - sorry girls!) Excellent condition!

Jacket:
Shoulder: 15.5" flat across form seam to seam
Bust: 23" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 22" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 26" from mid-neck at the back to bottom hem
Sleeves: 24" from shoulder to bottom of cuff

Pants:
Waist: will stretch 14-20+" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 26" flat across from side seam to side seam with give
Length: 45" from waist to bottom hem of pant (meant to balloon up)
Inseam: 27"

Both pieces are unlined. The pants slip on with elastic at the waist and each cuff. The jacket/top snaps to close at the front. Note that pink is a true bright pink - it photoed a tad softer and less pink then what it is in person!

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

Item# E357

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

1940s Black Silk Taffeta Halter Gown

Wonderful black silk taffeta halter gown brings visions of days when women swept into rooms. Made of a good weight black silk taffeta the gown makes that delicious rustling sound at the slightest movement. The skirt is quite full - there are yards and yards of fabric in it. You could if you wish, increase the appearance of volume and where a petticoat or crinoline under it. The bodice is sleek and fitted with a pretty flat pleat detail running across the bust. It has light boning through the front and the side zipper means the back is left unbroken. The simple halter strap slips over the neck or you can tuck it and wear it strapless! Fantastic early piece in easy to style basic black!

Bust: 18" when measured flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" when measured flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Skirt: 45" from waist seam to bottom hem.

The dress is unlined and closes with a side painted zipper and the halter slips over the head and around the neck. There are some small flaws and it is priced accordingly. It was let out slightly at each side of the bust and at the back and there are fainted rows where the original stitches were on all vertical seams. There is scuffing and faint fading here and there along the hem and some small pinholes. These are all minor and expected in a piece this age. It is stable and wearable.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (4-6)

Item# E358

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

1950s Larger Wool Crepe Day Dress

This is one of those fantastic basic little black dresses that never go out of style and that you will pull out to wear over and over. It's a great size with a nice shape that is very flattering. I love that is still has it's original belt so you can cinch it in if needed or adjust for more room. The bodice is simple and sweet with a square neckline and nice seaming details. The skirt flares out reminiscent of a 40s swing piece and I absolutely love the slant pockets that are cut to sit out form the skirt a bit and further emphasized by top stitching. Wonderful condition.

1940s Silk & Ice Blue Satin Inset Tie Gown

The forties are so on trend this season (hurrah!) and I have some fantastic pieces to share. This one is really exceptional. Its a masterpiece of draping! Made of a fluid heavier black silk mixed with an ice blue liquid silk satin inset along the front. Its deceptive size wise as it is cut to drape - my mannie is actually a small and it is not pinned on her just draped so it will fit a variety of figures. It slips on and the front satin is actually cut almost to the waist. This is done so you can fold it over and drape it into place. Attached ties wrap around to cinch or be ultra brave and leave them at the back and allow it to plunge! There is miles of fabric in the inset and I adore the icy blue color. This has a definite madame Gres feel to the draping and is a fabulous example of function blened with bias cut draping. Excellent condition.

1960s Fringe Leather Hippie Chic Dress

Insanely cool fringes deerskin original 1960s leather piece will make the most dramatic statement! Its hand made and whip-stitched and constructed form a ivory leather - smooth on the exterior and left raw on the interior. Its cut sheath style with the edging and neckline hand whip-stitched. From the hem and the shoulder the most dramatic and wonderful fringe hangs- a full 18" worth! A V neck on both front† and back pick up the V shape of the bottom fringe. It's tiny and has no openings - so the lucky girl that gets this as to be a 0 or a size 2 at most. This is a piece that the right girl will absolutely rock and be the centre of attention in! Excellent condition.

1950s Exotic Print Organza Dress & Wrap

This is not the type of piece you automatically think of when you think of the fifties but a small group of designers - like Tina Leser for example - were producing pieces made of exotic fabrics like this. Its very exotic and colorful and quite beautiful. The overlay is a silk organza in a deep burnt coral. It has gold and metallic blue threading running through it along with woven in stripes of red and coral. I love the shots of purple and greens too! It's strapless and the top skirting is very full. The organza has a nice bit of shape to it so the illusion of a very full skirt is kept. This comes with its original wrap. It has no label but if this did turn out to be a Tina Leser piece I would not be surprised! Wonderful piece and in excellent condition!

Bust: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam with a built in cup area that will approx accommodate an A to B cup.
Waist: 14" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: the underskirt measures 21" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 8" from top of bodice at front to waist seam
Skirt: 31" from waist seam to bottom hem

Fully lined in a coral silky rayon. It closes at the back with a painted metal zipper. The belt is original and is made of a matching fabric. It is backed with a stiffening fabric and attached.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6-8)

Item# D339

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

1940s Moss Crepe Halter Gown

Simple and chic this forties moss crepe gown is a superb example that even then simplicity could be striking. The gown is stretch crepe and cut on the bias so really work with your body once it is on. The top is simple with two straps and a neckline cut straight across. Dramatic jewel detail add a luxe detail! The bodice is cut almost flapper like with little definition through the waist and then it has two notched tiers around the upper hip. The skirt falls in one lean long swoosh and has a matching notch in the front that picks up the notch on the tiers! A wonderful, statement piece in excellent condition!

Bust: 17.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 59" from shoulder to bottom hem

The moss crepe has some stretch and is cut on the bias so you can add a bit to the measurements above Unlined and closes at the side with a metal zipper and three snaps hidden under the top hems edging. Amazing rhinestone set jeweled detail at the front. Some of the threading has started to lighten along some of the seams but they still seem strong and wearable!

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# E364

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

1940s Amazing Curved Button Check Suit

The look of this suit is so shockingly modern it is easy to see why current designers consistently look to the past for inspiration. This lightweight, fine wool fabric suit is left unlined and is very easy to wear. Sometimes suit of this era can be very restrictive and heavy but not this one! The fabric is a deep deep navy with a red double line check. The jacket has the perfect strong shoulder and nips in at the waist with a little flared hip peplum. Each sleeve is cuffed. The skirt is fitted through the waist and hips and then glides into a soft feminine A-line. The button detail is of course what absolutely make this set though - the jacket curves over to one side and back towards the other. Decorative buttons on the skirt match up exactly to where the ones on the jacket end. It is very Vivienne Westwood, Alexander McQueen in feel but is the original thing! Amazing condition and truly fabulous!

1940s Check Dress w Cape

This is everything you want in a 1940s piece, it's a fitted, sexy and made of checked wool number that is out of this world! It has that perfect understated, yet extremely dramatic line that pieces in the forties seemed to walk with ease. The dress is a almost dolman sleeve with rounded and slightly paddd shoulders. It buttons with little navy early plastic buttons and then nips in dramatically in at the waist The side pockets are very full and exaggerated - in fact the maker ran the side metal zip under on pocket as to not interrupt the fullness of the line! The skirt is long and lean with just a hint of an A-line shape. This has one added extra element though - the original capelet complete with a edging of hanging black silk balls along the edge. The capelet snaps into place with hidden under the collar snaps! Labeled Tall Togs (love that name!) and it is in excellent condition!

1970s Metallic Knit Plunge Maxi Dress

I absolutely adore this dress and am already jealous of the girl that will be able to wear it. Its that ultimate seventies sexiness with its shot through with lurex thread knit fabric and sleek to the floor lines! The fabric is amazing - super light weight knit with silver and gold threading worked into it to make those highlighting bands of design. I love the wide ribbed waist band that tops the to the floor skirt with its metallic banding at the hem. The top is all sex and cleavage - a deep plunge and wide arm with a separate knit design worked into their edges. The entire dress has a subtle glimmer - pair these with Miu Miu glitter pumps and go drop some jaws! Excellent condition!

1950s Painted Mexican Set

Very unusual hand made and hand painted Mexican set that would have been made for the tourist market. All hand painted using metallic tinted paints and then hand applied with sequins in various metallic colors to pick up the painted colors used. Scenes depict sombrero bedecked men dancing with stunning girls in full pageantry. The skirt is short and quite full and it is important to note that it does not appear to have been shortened but that this is its original intended length! The top is a wild explosion of painted design and sequins. All on a cotton velvet. Very good condition and a really exceptional example of this genre. The word Jarana is written within one of the paintings on the skirt.

1960s Studded Halter Leather Jumpsuit

I doubt you could get more rock and roll sexy chic than this! If this was not made for someone in a band I would be astounded! The workman ship is crazy and it is a true piece of hippie history! As sexy as you can get this is a suede and leather flare bottomed, barely there haltered jumpsuit! The legs are long and lean and flare perfectly at the bottom. Curved patchwork in suede and buckskin crawl in large panels up the legs. I saw crawl because someone has studded the edging and then also created large spiders and scattered them over the piece! The waist cinches in and the back and sides are left completely bare with just two inverted triangles left to cover the bust. Its tiny - I got it onto the mannequin but could not zip it up at the back - you will have to imagine that it sits across the lower back when zipped! The girl that can make this work will leave a trail of jaws in her wake! Excellent condition!

1930s Ermine & Silk Velvet Evening Coat

Every once in a while you find a coat so exceptional it takes your breath away and this is one. The long sweeping lines, the inner cream silk lining that flashes that contrast of color when you move. And of course that amazing touch of ermine fur at the collar and down each sleeve! You do see these with ermine collars but this is the first I have seen with sleeves like this. They are each a bell sleeve - widening as the come to the cuff and then looping under to the inner lining so they puff out at each wrist. The collar is also extraordinary - it is set almost off shoulder and crosses over itself. It closes with huge jeweled buttons offset as was the flapper fashion. The inside is in excellent condition with no shattering. Really a killer piece and strong and wearable for years to come! Extraordinary!

Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 17î flat across the inside back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14î flat across the inside back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19î flat across the inside back from side seam to side seam
Length: 55î from mid neck at the back to bottom hem
Sleeves: approx 22î from shoulder seam to longest point

The coat is fully lined in cream silk satin that is in excellent condition. It has a tie on the inside waist and then closes with offset rhinestone encrusted metal cut out button and loops on the outside. It has a good weight to it but is not unwieldy to wear. There is a hidden inside pocket with ruffles edge along one seam inside. The fur is in excellent condition.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6-8)

Item# C122

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

1950s Sublime Lace & Silk Navy Dress

This is one of those simple little dresses that you end up wearing whenever you need a dress that has pretty details and makes a statement but will work for just about any occasion except full on evening glamour! Made of a good weighted navy silk it feels really exceptional when on. The silk drapes wonderfully and falls well. The skirt is long and lean, the waist nips in and the entire shoulder area is made of a stunning lace. The lace is is left so all the edges that are next to your skin have little filaments and follow the design of the lace. Your upper bodice and shoulders peek through so prettily! A wonderful piece and in excellent condition.

1950s Pretty Raw Silk Black Day Dress

Stunning light weight silk day dress with lots of texture to the silk to create an extra bit of glamour. This is also a nice wearable size and will be extremely flattering on! The dress does up at the front with those silk covered buttons. The skirt is long and lean and is topped by a loose fitting top with a pretty notched front and easy to wear below the elbows, slightly wider sleeve. I love that the waist has a bit of a gathered fabric detail and that pretty silk fabric rose sits in the middle to highlight it - it also cleverly conceals any bits and curves you don't want to highlight! Excellent condition and a really terrific piece!

1970s Supermodel Length Metallic Maxi

This is one of those little jewels from the seventies that when you see on the girl that can carry it off - well your jaw drops! Made of a metallic blue light weight knit this dress is made to act like a second fabulous, glittering skin (it has more of an electric blue undertone that does not come across in the pics - really amazing!). It skims over your curves and hugs you in all the right places. It is long, long long so be prepared to wear your highest stacked heels if you are not supermodel tall! (it does shrink up a little - the knit is done on a bias so adjusts to your curves) I love the pattern worked into the knit at the top and bottom hem. The original tie belt is still with it and it is in perfect condition. Really one of my favorites pieces and in excellent condition.

1940s Button Detail Black Wiggle Dress

This dress is amazing! The detail and workmanship is extraordinary. Made of a black wool it is fitted with long lean lines. The sleeves each end in a zipper and originate from a rounded shoulder. The neckline is simple and the bodice nips in at the waist. The skirt is also fitted and just below the knee. What makes it interesting are the horizontal seam details with big jet buttons - it gives the appearance that the dress actually unbuttons in sections - though of course this is all decorative. It is just wonderful and unusual - a really great LBD! Excellent condition!

Shoulders: no defined seam
Sleeves: approx 21"
Bust: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14.5" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 27" from waist at the back to bottom hem

The dress is unlined and closes with a back metal zipper. The original belt is present and in good condition - except the fabric is coming loose from the buckle. It is included and the belt is sold as found. The dress itself is in excellent condition with no issues to note.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS (2-4)

Item# D358

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

1940s Unusual Fringe Detail Midi Dress

Amazing black silk wool crepe is classic fitted swing from the late forties but with remarkable detailing! The dress itself is cut simply - a long lean skirt with just the slightest of an A-line cut to it. It nips in at the waist and the bodice is simple with a slight V neckline. lightly padded shoulders and short sleeves. A little swag detail sits at one hip. But to this simple dress they have added remarkable silk cord fringe details in little groupings over the entire surface! This gives the piece so much movement and interest! It really take a simple back dress into OMG territory! In excellent condition. Item# D359

1950s Hand Beaded Knit Star Burst Gown

This is one of those little jewels from the fifties that when you see on the girl that can carry it off - well your jaw drops! Made of a black knit it is cut movie starlet style with a fitted and long silhouette. The top curves in a shallow scoop and the back has a nice plunging V. It nips in at the waist, though there is no seam there to break the line, and then pours over the hips to the floor in one narrow line. The entire side is hand beaded in a fantastic star burst design that explodes out for the waist - trails of glossy black beads, with each ending in a 3D burst of grey and creamy white beads. It is fantastic, eye catching and in excellent condition.

1960s Organza Ruffled Mini Party Dress

Such a great party dress that has a feminine Valentino vibe to it. A semi sheer organza in black has a slight metallic sheen to it. The sleeves are left unlines and each ends in a pretty ruffle. I love how the front scoops in towards the waist adding to the curvy bombshell feel. The ruffles go all the way around the neck and down and around the hem with panels set under to give the illusion that these overlay an inner dress.† I am normally not a huge bow fan but this one has a pretty flat bow nestled amongst the ruffles at the waist for the perfect final touch! Excellent condition and a really terrific piece!

1950s Blue Dot Silk Taffeta Dance Dress

Absolutely gorgeous, silk taffeta cocktail dress with that full skirt that is so flattering and a sleek and fitted bodice with an unusual funnel type neckline. I love when silk taffeta is used for these extravagantly shaped dresses - it adds the weight it needs to hold the shape and so retains the intended cut and fullness. The taffeta used is also quite beautiful - it balk with tiny, brilliant sapphire blue diamonds woven through the fabric. The skirt is two full layers over each other so you get fullness whether you wear a crinoline or not (as pictured, but the crinoline is not included). Very pretty and romantic and in excellent condition! It reminds me of Grace Kelly!

Shoulders: 18" from seam to seam - note that it actually a slight drop shoulder
Bust: 18" flat across the inner bodice at the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from shoulder to waist seam
Skirt: 29" from waist to bottom hem
Sleeves: 14" from dropped shoulder seam to cuff

The top of the dress is unlined and the skirt fully lined with a built in stiffened crinoline made of dressmakers horsehair "paper" to hold the shape. It was photoed with a second light crinoline under it but it will have loads of natural shape and swing if worn without one still. One tiny pinhole at the base of the seam under one arm that seems sound. It closes with a back painted metal zipper.

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

Item# D361

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

1950s Metallic Blue Wiggle Dress & Jacket

I find it astounding that this is not a labelled piece as it is just unbelievable. Really one of those pieces that only come along in a far while these days! It is in mint, unworn condition and it really amazing! The fabric is a blue shot through with horizontal bands of gold and silver so the entire thing gleams. The dress is fantastic - side hip pockets set so they sit out from the hip and really emphasize the bombshell feel. The neckline is gorgeous. with multiple straps that meet at the top of the shoulder and then turn into one that drops into a low back. A short cropped jacket adds the perfect vixen touch. It is a stunner and in excellent condition!

Dress
Bust: 18" from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" from side seam to side seam
Length: 39" from shoulder to bottom hem

Jacket
Shoulders: 15" from seam to seam
Bust: 19" from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" from side seam to side seam across the bottom
Total length: 13" from mid neck at the back to bottom hem
Sleeves: 15" from shoulder seam to hem

The dress and jacket are both fully lined in a blue silky rayon. The dress closes with a back painted metal zipper, while the jacket has hidden hook & eye at the top of the neck.

Modern Sizing equivalent: MED

Item# E377

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

1960s Velvet & Gold Lame Maxi Dress

I love this hostess dress in all its chocolate brown and metallic thread gold lame glory! Quintessentially sixties this is what you would have seen the well dressed hostess wearing when throwing a smashing cocktail party! The skirt is almost to the floor with a bell shape feel without being quite that extreme. The bodice is more fitted and has a lovely Peter Pan collar and sleeves that zip at each cuff so they sit close to the wrist and allow those little ruffled detail ends really stand out! It ties with a belt that is padded and piped and ends in tassels. It is of course the skirt that is the star on this one - a geometrical pattern is created by squares and diamonds of velvet and gold! It sparkles and gleams in candlelight and is really quite wonderful. Excellent condition.

1950s Bead Fringe Hem Silk Wiggle Dress

A really wonderful late forties, early fifties bombshell of a dress that is made of a inky black matte silk satin with little bows embroidered through the fabric. These bows each are accented with a burst of black tube beads in their centers too so you get a subtle glint of the beads when you move. The edge is detailed with a looped bead fringe so every time you move they move! The top is kept simple and sexy with straps for the shoulders and a simple bodice and the skirt has a bit of built in netting just under the waist so that vixen hourglass shape is emphasized. Wonderfully constructed and certainly not your basic black dress! Excellent condition!

1970s Taupe Jersey Halter Maxi Dress

Love the understated soft taupe color of this maxi dress. It is very flattering on many skin tones and yet has enough color that is wont wash you out. It is classic seventies - made of a well draping poly jersey the skirt is a wide A-line that skims the hips and falls to the floor. The bodice is all Greek goddess with the gathered front and braided tie detail that starts at the waist and goes up and around the neck. This leaves the upper back bare and sexy. Super piece and in 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 with some stretch
Hips: open
Bodice: Approx 16" from top of neck to waist seam
Length: 41" from waist seam to bottom hem Self lined in a second layer of the same poly jersey through the bodice. The skirt is unlined. It closes with a back zipper and ties around the neck at the front.

Modern Sizing equivalent: MED

Item# E392

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

1940s Open Back Gold Dot Silk Dress

The exterior of the dress is fashioned out of black silk that has a slightly raised gold dot. I believe that each dot has been hand painted! The fabric is amazing - it feels so unusual and wonderful - you will be constantly touching it! The cut of this dress is really astounding and as good as it looks off the hanger it is more amazing on a body! It has a high neckline with a† huge exaggerated and point collar. The top skims over he bust and has little gathers just under to emphasize. The sleeves are really amazng - they are huge and actually cut to points at the top so you can wear them high and crazy or just have them pouf. The waist starts high under the bust line and skim over the waist and swings out over the hips in a delicious swoop. It has a belt that is original to the dress and it can be worn with or without the belt. The belt is completely covered in the same fabric. The back is really unexpected and the detail that makes this dress really fabulous - a simple hook and eye close it at the top of the neck and then it is completely open to the waist in one sexy slit. Truly a piece of history and a work of art. A superb example of this time period and in excellent condition.

1950s Blush Silk Ribbon & Net Dress

A stunning ribbon and net 1950s dress is just a delight to have. The really wonderful and extraordinary fifties pieces are getting harder and harder to come by and this one is a true beauty! Silk crepe a lingerie pink taupe nude color has been sewn in strips onto a silk netting hand dyed to match. I absolutely love how the bands all line up at every seam - the hours it would have taken to match this up and to do all of this while working on netting! I cannot even imagine! A sweetheart bodice, soft and romantic shoulder straps and low V back complete this beauty. Styled with a light crinoline that is not included - you can of course wear it without. Excellent condition.

1970s Gingham Print Lace Front Halter Maxi Dress

Fantastic gingham print maxi dress with a sexy halter bikini type top. The bust has swimsuit style backed cups with a tie that goes up and behind the neck. A long ribbon runs through the little corset like detail at the front. It has an empire waist and the back is set where the bust ends. It's elasticized so very comfortable to wear and leaves your upper back completely bare! The skirt falls from there in one long lean swoop to the ground. In amazing condition, its easy to wear and I adore the colors. Excellent condition

Unlined and slips over the head. The back has an elastic so is easy to fit. The cups are lined with a swimsuit like lining. The halter part ties at the back of the neck.

Bust: Variable with approx B-C cup
Empire waist: stretches 14-18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice: Approx 13" from shoulder to empire waist
Skirt: 43" from empire waist to bottom he

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED

Item# D373

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

1990s Beaded Ombre Silk Chiffon Gown

An amazing 1990s one shoulder silk chiffon gown cut on the bias and completely covered in sequins and bead work. The base of the dress is dyed in an ombre like effect in wonderful and flattering shades of corals and oranges that deepen in hue as they reach the ground. One side is left bare while the other has a full sleeve that ends in a bit of a bell shape - so pretty! That fantastic design that covers the entire dress is made from sequin and bead work. Inside the gown is lined in a orange hue poly jersey so it is very comfortable to wear. The entire thing is done on a bias cut so it really moves to fit you once on. The bottom hem has a small asymmetrical train. Such a statement making piece and in excellent condition!

Bust: stretches 15-18" comfortably flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: stretches 12-15" comfortably from side seam to side seam
Hips: stretches 17-20" comfortably flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 60" + from mid-neck at the back to bottom hem - cut on the bias so will come up slightly when worn

The dress is fully lined in a nylon jersey and closes at the side with a zipper. There is a small amount of bead loss here and there but nothing that mars the overall effect - super size the pictures to see.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6-8)

Item# DD724

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

1950s White Lace Vixen Wiggle Dress

Super sexy bombshell dress from the fifties. This is the type of dress screen goddesses like Marilyn Monroe made infamous! White machine lace is back in a white rayon and then sculpted and seamed to follow every curve. The pencil skirt is cut to the knee and is lean and flattering. The waist is nipped in and accentuated with banding. The bodice is all sex appeal and Hollywood starlet with a deep plunge and seaming to create the illusion of a larger bust! I love how the back has a cut out detail on the straps! I know its tough to see the white on white so click to super size the pictures so you really get an idea of how fabulous this little dress is! Excellent condition!

Bust: approx 19-20" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice: approx 13" from top of shoulder to top of the waist band
Waist band: 4"
Skirt: 25.5" from lower seam of the waist band to bottom hem

The dress is fully lined in a white silky rayon. The bust area has extra backing all through the cup area. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. The straps are a slightly teeny bit darker shade of white but I think one more round of cleaning would brighten it and make it completely even. As always I am being super picky!

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6-8)

Item# D374

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