A very pretty silk bias cut dress from the 1930s that has the prettiest white floral design screened onto the navy blue base. It is pieced together with minimal seaming. The movement you get once it is one is all created because the silk is cut on the bias. This all falls in a swath of silk from the shoulders and it is far prettier on a real body then how it has photoed on the mannequin. The front has an almost squared off neckline and the cut is cut simple and fairly close to the body. At the back, it is scooped into a low V and this sit above a tightly spaced row of buttons. Below this fabric that has been gathered to create a soft draped almost bustle like detail at the back and extra panels of fabric sit inside a pleated effect for a slight trained feel. The neckline is piped in a navy fabric and at the hem there is a wide band of cream silk grosgrain whose edge just peeks below the hem. This treatment at the hem gives it some weight so it falls properly. Excellent condition with one small note below.

The dress is unlined and slips on to wear with a series of hidden snaps under the row of buttons at the back. I see one small storage spot at the base of the strap of the shoulder (photoed) and the inside and edge of the hem show grubbiness.

Bust: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 53.5" from shoulder to front hem, to 57" at the back hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# E634

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 little red jersey dress is really amazing if for nothing else but the sheer versatility it will provide to you. It is basically a tube of red jersey with a slit up one seam at the skirt and two mile long ties that extend up from that seam. Those ties are miles long and fall almost tot he hem at the back which gives the back its own drama. This gives you the versatility to tie so many ways it's ridiculous. You just step into it and get creative. I tied it a few ways for the photos and just realized as I am writing up this description that you could probably turn it to the side and do a few version of a single shoulder dress and also drop it and tie it at the waist for a long skirt. It is so forgiving on the body and flattering. It's a definite statement maker with that brilliant red color and it is like buying a dozen dresses in one. Add to that a low scooped back that leave your back bare and it is a knock-out. The fabric is a synthetic jersey that is washable, travels exceptionally well and won't wrinkle. I love it. It is fabulous. Excellent condition

Made from a single layer of the jersey. It slips on the wear and then you tie it as you wish. The fabric has stretch so it will fit a range of sizes. I have given the comfortable range of stretch when measured flat below.

Bust: variable since it has no true side seams and has stretch
Waist to hip: 18-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: somewhat adjustable but approx 59" from neck to hem and it will vary a little depending on how you tie it at the neck

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-LRG

Item# E633

Reference Photo: Cherie, Owner of Shrimpton Couture, by Erin Leydon.

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 dress is no longer perfect but still pretty and fabulous. It is an absolute bombshell of a dress and it will give any girl who wears it instant curves. It is made of a black silk organza that is draped and formed around the body to create and emphasize your curves. I love the faux wrap style skirting and how it is detailed at the waist with a bow.  The bodice crosses and has hand stitched pleated detailing. Rhinestone detailed straps curve up and over each shoulder. Present well on but please review the condition notes below.

The dress is fully lined and closes with a back painted metal zipper. The fabric shows slight discoloration here and there and there is a samll amount of fading under the arms along the edges Please review photos. It still has tond of life and is too pretty not to go to a good home

Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15.5" from top of shoulder strap to waist
Skirt: 26.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E629

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 most likely a more modern piece but has a lovely vintage feel to it. The combination of colors used on it and its sweeping lines and train make it appropriate for the grandest of events. The body of the dress is made of a emerald green net tulle. Onto this are beautiful red and pink floral applique highlighted with a scattering of beads and sequins. These cover the bodice and trail done the front past the waist. More of the same applique work circle each sleeve at its hem. The skirts flow to the floor on a massive sweep of tulle and at the back they flow out behind you in a train. The underskirt is a pretty muted satin in the same brilliant green and this adds a pretty depth to the skirt under the tulle. At the back it laces corset style with the same green silk as the underskirt. This type of closure at the back gives you the ability to cinch it in for the perfect fit and also makes it very comfortable. It is very pretty. Excellent condition

Fully lined in another layer of tulle through the bust with built in cups attached between the layers. The sleeves are left unlined and the skirt is fully lined in a green satin. It laces to close at the back and has a panel that sits behind the lace so no skin shows through. If you wanted the lacing to show a glimpse of skin through you could easily remove this.

Sleeves: 17.5"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 17-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16.5" from natural neck to waist
Skirt: 49" front, 63" back, from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# E631

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 dress is fantastic and with a little TLC could probably be made pretty near perfect. It is a confection of tulle and embroidery and is truly a pretty and romantic dress. The strapless bodice is fitted with a sweetheart neckline that has the illusion of crossing over itself at the front. A pretty peplum circles the front of the hips and under that layers of tulle cascade to the floor for a pretty fullness. What gives it an especially romantic touch is of course that pretty pink and green embroidery that is done across the front of the bodice and covers the panel at the hip. I love how the edges of both follow the curves of the flower pattern and the soft pink and green are perfectly pretty against the off-white tulle. It is beyond romantic. Structurally sound, it has a couple of small stains that were enough to land it in the treasure section. Please review the description below.

Fully lined in a cream silky rayon and the bodice is lightly boned along the sides. Two layers of tulle site over the inner rayon lining of the skirt. It closes with a painted metal zipper at the side. There are some spots on the back of the bodice (photoed) and the dress has a bit of a dingy feel to it. Some light foxing to the fabric if the lining that cannot be seen. I had this cleaned but have not soaked it or worked significantly at it. I think if someone put some dedicated effort into it and soaked it a few times that most of these issues would resolve themselves and you would have a dress worth at least double this price.

Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam with a good B cup for room
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 11" from top of dress to waist
Skirt: 39.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E626

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 fantastic dress only has its Saks Fifth Avenue tag but is without a doubt a designer piece. It is not perfect but pretty close and with a little TLC (or just careful wear) you will get years out of it. It is hard not to love such a strong statement piece. It is certainly one of the most dramatic dresses I have seen and yet it still has a soft and sexy element to it because of that floating, light silk chiffon. The design is bold and vibrant and a mix of bright citrus colors and pinks. That pattern and color combined with those standout sleeves makes for one amazing dress. Each sleeve is a long and dramatic panel of fabric that flows almost to the ground and has little slits through which your arms slip through. They are each a full 58" in length and trail down the sides. The way they move and flow when you move while wearing the dress is just incredible. The skirt flows to the ground in a column of chiffon over an inner skirt and this long slim line is the perfect balance to the sleeves. I love the high neckline and detailed waist. The full coverage through the body really just acts to highlight those sleeves more. The contrast between boldness of the color and the beautiful cut mixed with the volume of the sleeves is incredible. Presents as excellent condition but please review the description below.

The bodice and skirt are fully lined in a matching silky rayon and the sleeves are left unlined. It closes at the back with a painted metal zipper. Boned corset interior. I see some small tears in the fabric around the seams of the arms and at the top of the shoulder. There is also a repair at the back seam a bit and a repair to one of the arm slits. With a little work this would be perfect again.

Sleeves: 60"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 60" from neck to skirt hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E624

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

A romantic dress with it's matching cape overlay has no label but is very well made and it was surely a designer piece. With no tag present it is  of course being sold as an anonymous piece so it is a tremendous bargain. the chiffon has huge blossoms screened over its surface and these are done in a pretty combination of coral and red. The inner dress is cut very simple with a scooped neckline at both the back and the front. It is suspended from two thin straps made of the same fabric and these curve over each shoulder. From there the dress cascades to the floor in a loose and easy cut that is very easy and forgiving. It simple flows in a widening silhouette to the ground, and there are yards and yard of chiffon that make up the body and lower portion of the dress.This creates a fantastically romantic and floating effect as the silk floats over the inner lining to give the dress the feel of airiness and lightness. Over this sits the matching long cape that is cut to the full length of the dress in the back and to the waist at the front. Amazing. Excellent condition

Fully lined in nude stretch jersey. The cape is unlined. The dress closes with a back painted metal zipper and the cape has a button closure at the back of the neck.Hand finishes. Everything under the top seam of the dress is pretty flexible so I have included that seam measurement below as it is the only part of the dress that has no give

Dress
Top of seam that sits under the arms (no give): 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Actual Bust: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: open
Hips: open
Length: 59" from shoulder strap to hem

Cape
Length: 59" top to bottom

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# E625

Reference Photos: Cherie, Owner of Shrimpton Couture, for her weekly style column on our blog Curated. (Photos by Erin Leydon) Click here to see the full column >

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 super cute little dress in a light wool and gorgeous red color. It is not perfect but is still very wearable and is priced to let some girl love it and get a few great years out of it still. If memory serves me correct, this had a Mollie Parnis tag in it at one time that has unfortunately been lost. It still does have its dated Saks Fifth avenue tag present that dates it ti 1973. It is cut with shoulders that sit just off the body to suggest a bit of a sleeve. The  bust and waist skims over  the body and the skirt has a little flare as it nears the hem. The original belt is present and clips on to cinch in the waist, though it looks equally as great without the belt. It is not perfect but presents wonderfully.

Fully lined in a red silk and closes with a back painted metal zipper. The dress has some nips in the fabric here and there (photoed). It was temperature heated and specialty cleaned and the fabric stood up fabulously and is stable now. Presents as very good once on.

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 38" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2746

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 completely amazing coat and looks to have never been worn. The condition is excellent outside of the natural patina of the vintage ties that were used. On the exterior are various men's rayon ties that have been cut and opened and then patched together to make up that fantastic patchwork quilt feel. Inside is a bright robins egg blue lining that has a big red cross stitch to heighten the quilted feel of the exterior. The coat is cut to be generous and loose through the body. The collar is neat and pounded and the buttons that run down the front are hand covered with more bits of vintage items. It is, quite simply, one of those fabulous items that you are only ever going to find in the vintage world a a real little treasure. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a blue cotton and closes at the front with snaps that are hidden under the three covered buttons. Extremely minor wear and natural patina from age to some of the ties (there is a slight thinning of the fabric on one shoulder that is the only real flaw I see and its minor - I have photoed it for you). For its age and the age of the ties its pretty fabulous. The loose cut will fit a variety of sizes

Sleeves: 16"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: to 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: open
Hips: open
Length: 35" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# C437

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

The best part about this fabulous Emilio Pucci for Formfit Rogers set is that you are really getting two wearable pieces. Both the inner slip dress and the outer, long sleeve buttoned piece are completely wearable as dresses in their own right. They can also be used as chic beach cover ups or as the lingerie pieces they were originally intended for. The colors are an amazing bright blue and purple print on white - classic Pucci. His famous contrasting edging is used to highlight the cut on both pieces. The nylon is fluid and soft with each piece weighing mere ounces. The inner dress is a simple slip on affair with a halter top and A-line cut, long skirt. The outer piece that acts as a robe/light coat when it is worn as a set can also be worn as a dress on its own. It buttons to close with a narrow cut through the body and long sleeves. Love it. Excellent condition

Both pieces are unlined nylon fabric. The inner dress slips on and the outer piece buttons to close with buttons on each cuff as well.

Outer robe/dress
Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 18" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 38" from waist to hem

Inner Dress
Bust: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 19" from neck to waist
Skirt: 35.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2183

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

Wonderful vintage lingerie piece that you could even wear as a pretty dress since it is opaque. This is a classic 1930s Jean Harlow-esque fantasy piece. It is made of a beautiful liquid silk that is dyed a pretty iced baby blue. The top has panels on each bust and the back and little braided straps that go up and over each shoulder. The skirt flares out and is cut on the bias so it drapes perfectly into place when one. The original belt is present and is also that same fine braiding. It is in super overall condition however the color has faded here and there giving it a lovely shabby chic feel. This happens with these hand dyed pieces from this era. I have tried to capture it but it was difficult. It is in the treasure section because of this but is a real gem regardless.

Bust: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16-23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 62" from neck to hem but will come up once on the body

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# S775

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 gown is absolutely incredible and very beautiful. It really is one of the most phenomenal dresses I have ever had and the workmanship is exquisite. It is constructed from yards and yards of bias cut black silk organza. Down the front of the dress is a trail of silk and velvet pink roses that are set along padded velvet stalks. The leaves along the vines are hand painted onto the silk in a gold paint and then each is detailed with a layer of gold sequins. These trail up to one side where they are met by three bands of black velvet that curve up and over the shoulders. More velvet bands the waist and the combination of textures and colors of the black is fantastic. The cut is pure old glamorous Hollywood. A fitted bodice is cut to follow every curve. It cinches in at the waist and this tops expansive, full skirts made from yards and yards of bias cut silk organza topping an inner more opaque black skirt. Everything about this gown is beautiful. The bodice is lightly boned and everything is done by hand. From the estate of a very wealthy woman this is a testament to gowns made in this time period. Presents as excellent condition but does have some small issues to mote below.

Fully lined in a black silky rayon. There is boning in the bodice. It closes with a side painted metal zipper on the interior layer and with snaps over this on the exterior layer. Hand work throughout. I see an old repair near the hem on the back top layer of the skirt. There is some repairs to the pleat work on the silk and some shattering along the very edge of the top of the bodice. I also see some slight shattering to the silk along the top layer where it closes at the side. Priced far lower then otherwise for this exquisite gown.

Bust: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 17.5" from top of shoulder strap to waist
Skirt: 43" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS

Item# E621

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 beautiful and unique piece is wonderful and a personal favorite. It is an incredible late twenties, early thirties gown that is made of a fine black silk chiffon with an inner silk lining and feels heavenly once on. It is entirely cut on the bias so has that incredible drape and movement that gowns from this period have. It is incredibly sexy and yet demure at the same time. There is something very feminine about this dress that really attracts the eye that is created by the large amount of fabric that drapes over the inner lining and that wonderful applique work that runs down the front. The front and back dip with a gentle scoop and I love the shirred detailing on each strap. Such a pretty little detail The waist is defined and it has a soft fabric tie belt to add shape if you wish. The skirt below the hip is very full over the inner layer and the effect of the semi-transparent silk chiffon over the more opaque under skirt is stunning. Running down the front from the top of the bodice to almost the knee is a vivid trailing vine of flowers made of patterned silk and padded underneath so it has a 3D effect. This is all hand set and the pop of color is fantastic. An incredible early gown, very rare and very special. Excellent condition with one note to review below.

Note the gown has a Fashion Originators Guild label and its manufacturer's label "Maurent Original". The Vintage Fashion Guild notes the following on the Fashion Originators Guild: "The Guild was an association of manufacturers and retailers who pledged to only deal in original creations. If a retailer failed to abide by the provisions of the Guild, they would be included on a “red-card” which listed all “non-co-operating retailers”. Other Guild members were then forbidden to deal with them." They operated between 1932 and 1941

The dress is fully lined in a black silk and closes at the side with metal zipper. Hand work throughout. I see one old repair to the netting of the skirt near the hem and one pinhole. Where the repair is the outer layer of the skirt is slightly shorter then the inner layer. The top layer has so much fabric that once on it is hard to spot any of this but is noted for accuracy.

Bust: 15-16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from top of shoulder strap to waist
Skirt: 40" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS

Item# DD2737

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 magical coat and very unique. It is made from a beautiful royal blue velvet that has an extraordinary amount of embroidered applique work scattered over its surface and defining the edges and cuffs. These are bright and colorful and edged in gold giving it a regal feel. The cut is equally as wonderful and I love the volume and drama it has. The upper body and shoulders are cut rounded and loose, with the the torso and skirt of the coat having a lot of volume. The fabric choice holds this shape when on and the drama of the piece cannot be understated Absolutely wonderful. Truly a one of a kind, wonderful piece that is very ornate and well made. When I posted the video included here on my Instagram in a little preview of the piece the day I found it, a follower told me that it was called a Joma and is worn for weddings during the ceremony and dance in Israel. I have dated in as the 1960s based on the fabrics and stitching but it could be earlier. Excellent condition

Fully lined in blue with no front closures. The generous and loose size will work on a variety of sizes.

Sleeves: 24.5"
Shoulders: 18.5"
Bust: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 52" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# C436

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 dress is so well made and fabulous that it just takes your breathe away. It has no label but I am sure it must have had one at some point. The body of the dress is made of a light weight silk brocade that has a dense covering of gold lame thread running through it and this gives the entire dress a glimmering gold effect. The base color of the dress is a beautiful combination of blue & green which is a pretty contrast against the gold. The skirt is cut to sit with a slight flaring volume and the waist is nipped in above that. The bodice is very sexy with a halter cut and straps that curve up and around the neck. At the back you get an expanse of bare skin except for the two straps that frame either side of your back. Each strap is adorned with a circular pattern done in gold braiding with a an alternating pattern of a blue crystal rhinestone and big gold stud set inside each circle. More braiding and gold studs, beads and little gold metal balls cover the entire front of the bodice. If you love it on the photos you will be even happier when it arrives. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a blue silk and closes with a low back zipper. The halter closes with hook & eye at the back of the neck.

Bust: to 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 23.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist
Skirt: 23.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# E593

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 an absolutely incredible caftan that appears to have been custom or hand made. The detailing and embellishment that has been added to this caftan is remarkable. It has a decent weight to it - the red chiffon fabric is very light in weight but all that extensive detailing on the neck and down each sleeve done in all those fabulous glass rhinestones all add up in weight. However, once it is on and it settles into place, it is not unwieldy to wear at all. I love the red used, it is a rich luxurious color and it adds to the glamorous and exotic feel of the piece. The glass crystal rhinestones are heavily applied and set in an elaborate and regal bib down the front, The extend down and over each shoulder and run down the sleeves and then circle around the cuffs. It makes for a beautiful effect and you feel very  glamorous once this is on. The caftan is not labelled but it a stand out piece regardless. It is truly unique and fabulous. Excellent condition

The inner attached dress that serves as a lining is made from a red silky rayon and completely lines the dress including the sleeves but is only attached at the neck. There are two ties attached to the top layer of the dress, inside the dress at the waist area. These tie around the inner dress to give shape. Snaps close on each cuff. It slips over the head to wear with no other closures. You could easily add to the inner dress if you needed more room. The cut will fit pretty much any size. The red is more of a true red in person - it has more of a pink undertone then the orange undertone it photoed with

Sleeves: 22" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Inner bust: 25" flat across from side seam to side seam
Inner waist: 21.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Inner hips: to 26" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 57" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: OSFA

Item# E619

Reference Photos: Cherie, Owner of Shrimpton Couture, for her weekly style column on our blog Curated. (Photos by Erin Leydon) Click here to see the full column >

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 sexy and easy to wear one shoulder, black jersey jumpsuit. This is the kind of design that would have ruled the night clubs of the seventies and it has a sexy, easy way about them. It is made from an easy to wear and care for black jersey that moves well and draped well once on the body. The legs are cut wide and full with a slight flare. Under the tiers, the interior part that you don't see, the waist is defined so it sits well once on. There are two panels of fabric with a ruffled edge finish to the hem that brings to mind the work of Stephen Burrow. This was probably a "knock off" more, inexpensive alternative to his work since this would be from the same time period. These panels sit on an angle and drape from the shoulder to cascade down over the front and back. Each ends in a tie at the top pf the shoulders so you just tie this into place. This really hides any flaws and makes you feel tall and skinny. It's the perfect , go with everything black and the jersey travels perfectly. Throw it on for day with flats or wear sky high heels at night - it is a fabulous versatile piece. Excellent condition.

Unlined and it closes with a side set zipper. It ties the top of the shoulder to close. the fabric has stretch. Note that the pants were let down at some point to gain length and you can see the slightest fold mark. The hem is finished so I have left as is bit you could easily shorten ti back if you need to.

Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: approx 15-16" from top of shoulder to waist
Pant: 43" from waist to hem
Inseam: 32"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# D576

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 the dress for when you need a bright pop of color to brighten your day. The color is even better in person then how it photoed  - it is the color of a crisp green apple with pretty flowers strewn over its surface. So bright and pretty. The fabric is a washable and easy to wear and care for polyester jersey that will travel well. The cut is a classic little secretary dress from the 1960s. The top is cut simple and sleek with a pretty attached tie at the neckline.  The sleeves are long and slim and simple. The skirt has some fullness to it and flares out prettily when you move. It has a suggestion of pleats but they are opened out and this looks to be deliberate as the pleats are not caught up where they sit at the waist. It is a lovely bright and happy little dress. Great condition.

Unlined and closes with a back painted metal & nylon zipper. Attached ties at the neck. There is a little area of spots at the waist seam. I have photoed it for you.

Sleeves: 22.5"
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: to 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 25" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# D575

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 one of the most beautiful vintage coats I have ever had in the shop. It is made from a beautiful antique Persian silk brocade with a luxurious silk lining. The fabric is extraordinary. It has a deep golden hue to it and the closer you inspect the fabric the more you see a myriad pf other colors. Woven through the design are pinks and burgundy, copper, greens and deep, deep purples. The sleeves narrow as the near the cuffs and each has a silk covered button to close. All of the edges of the coat are finished with a band of a woven brocade, also antique. The inside is finished with a bright acid yellow silk which gives an unexpected pop of color when the coat is open. Absolutely wonderful. Truly a one of a kind, wonderful piece. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a hand set yellow silk and closes with hidden set silk covered buttons and loops. Some slight fraying to the bottom edge inherent for this type of fabric. The generous cut will allow it to fit a variety of sizes.

Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 21.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: open
Hips: open
Length: 51" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# C427

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 an absolute beauty of an outfit whose color combination and fit make it a standout. Both pieces are made out a felted wool dyed to a sunny egg yolk yellow. The dress is fitted to the extreme with charming little embellishments made of brilliant pink that wind over the neckline and also up one side of the skirt. The little jacket is equally fitted and zipped up to close and once zipped hugs the body. The detailing on this set is the true delight. Those pink details are made of fabric and embroidered bits and create floral vines that trail over the elaborate collar. At the side where they creep up the leg there is a pleated panel there that allows you to walk. The cuffs and collars are elaborate cut outs of fabric that have been top seamed to look like leafs and hand applied. More of these wrap around the waist of the jacket. Really a remarkable and unusual piece and in person - even better. Excellent overall condition with one small item to note below.

Fully lined in a yellow silky rayon and both pieces closes with painted metal zippers - at the back of the dress and front of the jacket. The hem of the inner dress is raw and looks to have been cut all the way around.

Note that the jacket would not close properly on the mannequin. It does do up all the way. I photoed it done up and lying flat so you can see

Dress
Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 27.5" from waist to hem

Jacket
Sleeves: 21.5"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 25.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# D574

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 very well made dress that was made in Italy by some small design house whose history has been lost to time. It is a striking dress with a gorgeous line to it and embellishments that really make it a striking piece. The skirt is supermodel length especially when set into a long dropped bodice. It is cut with a long inverted front pleat that allows it to look sleek when you stand still but has lots of movement and volume once you move. It gradually widens as it nears the hem. This is topped by a simple bodice. that has a deep scalloped neckline and on either side of that neckline are three huge medallions. These are made from a thin hand cut metal ring surrounded by hand placed beads and crystals. The contrast of this metallic and crystal pop against the black fabric is wonderful. The dress itself is made from a thick and heavy black mixed fabric that keep the lines very well. These early wool and silk alternatives were cutting edge at the time and the fabric used on this is very good. I never would have guessed it to be a mix had it not still retain an old style, original fabric tag. Very well made dress and quite unusual. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a hand set silk and closes with a back metal and nylon zipper.

Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 18" from neck to waist
Skirt: 41" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# E618

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 wonderful little dress in the manner of Jean Desses. It unfortunately does not have a label so I am hesitant to attribute it to his work though it may be a ready-to-wear piece. Given its design and lines it certainly could pass as one and I think that for those that love his work this is a find indeed. It certainly utilizes his signature, elaborate pleat work in its construction. The fabric is an ivory silk chiffon of very fine quality and an extremely hard fabric to work into pleats like this one has been. The dress molds to the bust with beautiful pleat work and panels that curve up and around each shoulder. It is cut to follow and highlight every curve as it flows to the waist line. The skirt is entirely made from pleats and is an absolute marvel of construction. On each side of the skirt, front and back, draping, curved panels trails out from the waist and curve up and around the skirt. This perfectly highlights the yards and yards of silk that form the skirting. Even if unlabelled it certainly showcases some of Desses strongest signatures and is a stunningly beautiful piece. Excellent condition.

Lined with an ivory silky rayon. It closes with a side painted metal zipper with hand finishes and hand draped pleating. Light boning through the bodice and inner waist stay that closes with hook and eye. It is a truer, light ivory color in person

Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16.5" from top of shoulder strap to waist
Skirt: 29" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E617

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 dress is fabulous. I think it may have originally been meant to be some kind of wild lingerie piece since the fabric used is that nylon chiffon typical of lingerie during this time period but it absolutely can be worn as a dress now. It just pops on and wraps and hooks into place at the waist. The waist has an inner elastic so it is very comfortable to wear. The front plunges quite low but is wearable on its own if you are a bit daring. The skirt hugs the hips and the edges curve up and around the body for a very sexy silhouette. You could add a belt to give the waist even more definition. Over the outer surface of the dress are little sprays of silver tube beads with a touch of hand painted glitter painted onto the fabric behind each spray. More beads adorn the edges of the dress. It very unusual and quite fabulous. Excellent condition.

Lined in a red lingerie weight stretch nylon. It wraps to close with an inner tie and a hook & eye at the outer waist. There is a white elastic that runs through the waist and it is visible through the fabric but this is how it was made originally. The wrap cut and elastic waist will allow for a variety of sizes to wear it.

Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: approx. 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from neck to waist
Skirt: 26" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# E615

Reference Photos: Amanda Lee Shirreffs for her weekly column on our blog, Curated. (Photos by Erin Leydon) Click here to see the full column >

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 stunning silk kimono has a dreamy and romantic print in shades of pinks and blues that range from the palest of colors to a deeply saturated pastel. It looks to have never been worn or used and would be perfect to use as wedding kimono or on your honeymoon, or to top an evening ensemble. Of course it also works as a lingerie piece for the boudoir as well. It is just lovely and one of the best I have seen. The print is hand screened and painted with hauntingly beautiful floral motifs. I just love the romantic feel of the huge blossoms as they trail across the surface of the kimono. These are fantastic to wear at home and you can even make these work as a dress if you add a silk slip under it and cinch the waist closed with a sash or belt. Excellent condition

The kimono is fully lined with an ivory silk and has no closures.

Sleeves: 13" with a 42.5" drop
Shoulders: 27.5"
Bust: 26" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 65" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: One Size Fits All

Item# C420

Reference Photos: Cherie, Owner of Shrimpton Couture, for her weekly style column on our blog Curated. (Photos by Erin Leydon) Click here to see the full column >

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 striking print dress in a bright clear coral with a stunning print that covers its surface from shoulder to hem. The print is scenic and done in a combination of black and white outlined in a turquoise blue - all of which pops brilliantly off the coral. It is made of a washable jersey and has a cheongsam inspired cut and line. The neckline is cut high with an interesting layered fabric collar and the sleeves are long and slim. It curves over the body and expands gently out to widen as it nears the hem. It has the classic side slit of the westernized cheongsam that is cut quite high up the leg. A tightly spaced row of decorative buttons sits just above that slit and follow the side seam to just a few inches under the arm. It is a statement maker, well made and quite wonderful. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a orange-coral cotton muslin. It closes with a back painted metal zipper and hook & eye at the back neck. Snaps on each cuff and hand finishes

Sleeves: 22.5"
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 53" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# D573

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 gorgeous little dress has been made in the most spectacular shade of a brilliant and bright emerald green and with the prettiest lines. It is made of a fine grosgrain textured silk and the sleeveless bodice has a scooped neck with a pretty curve to it that is shaped and highlights the bust. The waist nips in and it has a spectacular rhinestone encrusted bow that sits at the center of the front for a pretty and feminine detail. The skirt is quite full and it is the perfect balance to the fitted top and cinched in waist. All of this on its own is fabulous, but the dress also has a slew of pretty details beyond this. Running down the front is a row of tightly spaced, fabric covered buttons and fabric loops that gives it a luxurious feel. Those same fabric loops also run all around the edge of the hem which is a really unusual, but very pretty, detail. The color is a more true and bright emerald green in person and the entire dress is even better then how it photoed. It is a real little beauty. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a green through the bodice and interlined in black net through the skirt with a built in layer of black tulle that gives it the fullness you see, Closes with a back painted metal and nylon zipper.

Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16.5" from natural neck to waist
Skirt: 21" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# E611

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 may not be a big designer name but what it lacks in pedigree it more then makes up for in style. I absolutely adore it and is is very chic and easy to wear. It is made from a mid-weight nylon feeling fabric that will move and travel very well and really resists wrinkling. This has been printed with an exotic leopard print whose pattern follows the lines of the dress to add length. It has a very simple cut with long sleeves and a shift cut that leaves the waist open and loose. You just slip it on, zip it up and go. I love the big frog knot detailing that runs along one shoulder and sits atop the slit at one side. The sleeves are cut wide and each is finished with a piped trimming above the wide cuff. Excellent condition 

Unlined and zips to close with a painted metal and nylon zipper.

Sleeves: 17"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 42" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# D572

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 really an amazing and strong styled late forties dress that I just love. It is made of a black cotton velvet so has mote of a matte feel and flatness to the pile then its silk counterparts. Over this it has an amazing hand embroidered design in white thread that covers every square inch. This gives it a wonderful graphic feel and depth. The cut is fitted and chic in that classic pin-up kind of way.  The skirt is long and lean and there are really strong almost squared off pockets that sit in a curve around each hip. This emphasizes the waist. The bodice has an unusual detail - there is a panel of fabric just under the bust so you get the illusion that you are wearing a cropped bolero over the dress but it is all built in. The neckline is wide and scooped and pretty little cap sleeves are the perfect finish. The lucky girl who gets this will be very pleased indeed as it is better in person then how it has photoed. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a back metal zipper. You can clearly see the embroidery work from the back. There are a couple of tiny darkened areas to the embroidery here and there - I photoed one for you to see but they are extremely minimal and really do not detract in any way. Pockets on each hip.

Bust: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 46" from natural neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# D570

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 wonderful little dress is so light and easy to wear. It just slips over the head, falls into place and you belt it at the waist for shape. The fabric is a pretty silk chiffon with a graphic black and white print over its surface. The bodice is cut loose and easy to accommodate its slip-on shape. The neck line has a V detail with a little bit of pleating to highlight it and the sleeves are just a suggestion. The skirt flares out and is bias cut so has lots of movement with you move. It is cut to be generous but in theory even a smaller girl can wear it as the feather light fabric allows you to really cinch and gather it through the waist as needed without adding bulk. It weighs ounces and is a very pretty 40s piece. Excellent condition

Unlined and slips on to wear. Has its original slip buckle belt to cinch in the waist. Hand finished

Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 28" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# D571

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 remarkable and extraordinary dress that is really a testament to the one-of-a-kind-treasures that one can only find with vintage. I absolutely adore this futuristic maxi dress that is really a work of wearable art. The combination of cut, fabric and that unusual design all work perfectly together for an amazing result. The base fabric is an inky, rich black velvet formed into a simple, but striking cut. The front is scooped and the shoulders have a hint of a cap to them. This tops the A-line cut skirt and gives the dress an almost sculptural feel. Then the entire dress is densely covered with mother of pearl buttons each hand set and topped with two tiny silver beads. These create that fantastic design that highlights the cut and runs over the entire dress. All of those buttons do add weight to the dress but it is remarkable just how balanced it feels once on.  It is definitely a designer piece but which is a mystery - it only has its Giorgio Beverly Hills label left. It is remarkable and an outstanding, one-of-a-kind piece from this era that I doubt you will see ever again. Excellent condition.

Fully lined with a black silk. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. I see a couple of buttons that have lost their little silver beads but no missing buttons. Hand finished. Very small, light padding in the shoulders

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 55" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E614

Reference Photo: Amanda Lee Shirreffs for her weekly column on our blog, Curated. (Photos by Erin Leydon) Click here to see the full column >

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

The workmanship and fabrication of this gown is an absolute dream. The fabric is a beautiful silk chiffon that has been dyed in hues of pinks and light lavender stripes that have a subtle gold thread that is woven through the silk in checked pattern. This gives the entire gown a subtle glow as the gold catches the light. At the waist, cuffs and neck, there is a heavy banding of hand applied silver glass tube beads that are are tightly spaced and densely applied. These weight the gown and add a remarkable contrast to the lightness of the silk chiffon. Everything about this gown feels high end and it is a shame that it has no label as I am quite sure that it is a designer piece with the level of workmanship and quality of the pieces. I love how the back dips in a low scoop to leave an expanse of bare skin and how the front mimics this pretty curve. The sleeves billow above the each bead encrusted wrist. It is nipped in at the waist by a 3 and a half inch band of bead work and the skirt and bodice fall loose and open above and below this banding. It is truly a wonderful and extraordinary gown. If you love it in the photos you will be thrilled with it in person as it did not photo anywhere near how wonderful it in in real life. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a pink silk and closes with a back painted metal zipper. Each sleeve closes with hidden fabric covered snaps. Hand finished inside. A couple of sequins are missing on one cuff but I see no other issues with the beading. There are a couple of tiny marks on one sleeve - please see photos. Priced accordingly. Note it is a touch lighter pink feeling in person.

Sleeves: 27"
Shoulder: no defined seam
Bust: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 13" from neck to top of waist band
Waist band: 3.5"
Skirt: 40" from bottom of waist band to hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED

Item# E476

Reference Photos: Amanda Lee Shirreffs for her weekly column on our blog, Curated. (Photos by Erin Leydon) Click here to see the full column >

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

During the sixties there was a real movement embracing the glamour of the 1920s and little pieces like this amazing dress were the end result. They also were amazing pieces to wear while doing some of the popular dances of the day like the Twist since they had such tremendous movement. The dress is off-white in color with layers of fringe placed head to toe, even including those fabulous off-shoulder straps. Each layer is set on an angle towards the middle of the body and placed to end just above the other so you see a solid dress of fringe when you stand still and then the slightest movement causes them to explode and move. It is cut to skim over your curves and and has a bit of a burlesque or showgirl vibe. The shoulders are really fabulous and I love how they drape off. Excellent condition with one small note below

The dress is fully lined in an off-white taffeta feel rayon stretch. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. Note there is one small area of fringe missing as photoed - wearable still as is or you could probably steal a little from else where. Priced accordingly

Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 34.5" from shoulder strap to actual hem with the total length being 42" from shoulder strap to bottom of fringe

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E612

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 was said to have been a Halston, however it has no tags and I have not been able to verify that 100% so I am hesitant to list it as a Halston without proper verification. He certainly did do a series of tie dye caftans for his 1972 collection and this does follow the lines of what he was producing so it very well may be a true Halston. If so then you are getting it at a truly bargain price. Regardless, it is a beautiful piece of wearable art and a spectacular statement piece. The range of colors and the tie dye design that flows across the silk is divine. The cut has that draped, goddess, flowing feel to it of a true caftan. All of the edges are hand finished and the cut is simple a keyhole for the neck and opening left on each side for the arms. This allows that spectacular pattern on the silk to command center stage. It presents as excellent collection but does have some flaws so please read the paragraph below.

It slips on to wear with no closures. There is a ties at the neck. On each side of the neckline the fabric has torn slightly - please review the photos. This could be corrected by widening the neckline slightly. I see two small areas of thinning to the fabric that I also photoed. These are close together on the front side about 8 inches up from the hem. Once on they don't show because of the amount and drape of fabric

Length: 51" top to bottom
Width: 55" side to side

Modern Sizing Equivalent: OSFA

Item# DD2580

Reference Photo: Cherie, owner of Shrimpton Couture, by Erin Leydon.

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

A soft pretty cream silk twill has a black rose design screened over its surface in a pretty contrast that gives the dress a little drama. I have styled it over a light crinoline (not included) so that you can get an idea of just how full the skirt is. There are literally yards of fabric in the skirt and if you choose to wear it without you will get lots of lovely movement around you as you move. The bodice is simple and gorgeous - it is cut with a touch of ruching down the front to create a slight V neck and the cut is loose and flattering - a throw back to the forties. The waist is yoked and cinched to give you curves. It is a pretty dress even with just these elements but it has the added bonus of having these amazing, stiffened raffia appliques added to the front bodice and over some of the print on the skirt. These are this extra 3 Dimensional twist that just makes the dress extra special. There is no way you will not feel 100% female in this dress and it would be suitable for an afternoon wedding as well as a cocktail dress. If you love it in the pictures you will be blown away when it arrives. Excellent condition with two small notes below

Unlined and closes with a side painted metal zipper. Over all is is in pretty perfect condition but there is one tiny storage spot on the side of the bodice (photoed) and a couple of the raffia applique edges have loosened in part from the centers. You could probably tack them directly to the dress but they present fine as is for now so I have left it and priced accordingly. Note the color is slightly more cream in person. But just a touch

Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: to 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 17.5" from natural neck to waist
Skirt: 30" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# D569

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

Very fine, high end silk was used to create this stunning and gorgeous dress & coat set from the late 1950s. The silk has an exotic, sari inspired feel to it and I love the gold metal lame thread used to create the beautiful little floral designs sprinkled over its surface and the more elaborate borders. During this time period India held a great fascination as it opened to the Western world. Pieces made specifically for the Western market began to be brought back by tourists and these were made of beautiful, traditional silks crafted into more Western cuts like this dress and coat. The pink is vibrant and rich, much better in person then how the camera has captured it here - the color is richer and more true. The little floral medallions are woven directly into the silk. The neckline and front inner pleat of the dress are done in a band of gold with a more dense pattern. The dress itself is pure bombshell with a shaped bodice and pretty capped sleeves. The waist nips in and the skirt flares out. The jacket is cut with a looser, more boxy shape - this contrast of shapes between the coat and dress are pure fifties. It too is made of that wonderful fine silk and the same golden detailing run down the front of the jacket and ring the cuffs and collar. Both are beautifully made and very light. Plus you have the added versatility of the two pieces. Really it is a steal at this price. Excellent condition

Both pieces are fully lined in a tangerine toned silky rayon. The dress closes with back painted metal zipper and the jacket has no closures. Hand finished and beautifully made

Evening Coat
Sleeves: 16.5"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 42" from neck to hem

Dress
Bust: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from shoulder strap to waist
Skirt: 27" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E607

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 original 1960s soft deerskin fringe dress (or tunic) will make the most dramatic statement and for the girl this works on you probably just squealed out loud to find one so good. It is entirely hand made with whip-stitched edges. It is constructed from a butter soft ivory buckskin that is very light and malleable and moves well once one. It is cut in a simple over the head sheath style with dramatic fringing that runs entirely down the edges. At the neckline is a bib of fringe work  and the fringes also edge each short sleeve. Interspersed among the fringes are little shells here and there that add a slight sound when you move.  This is a piece that the right girl will absolutely rock and be the center of attention in. Excellent vintage condition.

Unlined and skips over the head. I see a slight tiny area on the front that seems a little lighter but only in certain lights and this may just be a variation of the skins. There are two areas on the back where the skins have natural holes - again this is just a part of the skins and should not be considered a flaw. Minor natural grubbiness but really for a vintage piece so this age it is pristine.

Shoulders: 22"
Bust: 21.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 33" from neck to bottom of fringes

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# D568

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

This is such a beauty and absolutely screams 1930s Hollywood. It is made of an early metallic lame fabric in a deep burnished gold that really catches and glimmer sin the light. The bodice has a curved halter top that wraps around the bodice and up and around the neck. It leaves the upper back bare as well as the shoulders. This curves over the waist and hips fallowing in a fitted column to just above the ankle at the front while the back hem curves down in an elongated curve to create a train. Around the train the fabric is purposely caught up here and there so you get the teeniest bit of volume over the inner lining. Inside the bust is an second layer of fabric that buttons into place in paces rather then hooking which belies its early time frame. This acts in a way like a soft formed corset and will allow you to go braless if you wished. It is quite fabulous and though it bears no label is well made and so very wonderful! Excellent condition with a couple teeny things of note below.

Fully lined in a copper silk satin. It closes at the back with a zipper on the inside layer and hook and eye on the parts that cover that and extend from the front halter. There are button holes inside that don't seem to correspond to anything - I suspect that they button into a bra at some point. There are also a couple buttonholes that are closed and look to have never been opened so that is a bit of a mystery. This is all inside regardless so in no way impacts the wearing of the dress. I see a couple of teeny pinholes near the hem. These are stable and are only seen when laid out flat and looking for them.

One thing to note - this was made for a bustier girl and has that "over-coverage" feel of this time period. If you are tiny busted you may need the bust slightly adjusted.

Bust: 17.5-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Interior under Bust: 12"
Natural Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Front Length: 58" from waist to hem
Back Length: 80" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E603

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 recently received a few dresses from Europe that are maddening in that they are obviously demi-couture but have no labels to verify their origins. They are extremely well made and have the inner finishes that belie their high end origins. This means that the girl that buys them is getting exceptional quality for a very good price. This is one of them and is truly a beautiful dress - the likes of which I rarely come across from this time period anymore. It is very well finished in silk with hand finished interior edges and a hand set zipper - indeed, the entire thing appears to be hand finished and it may very well be a true haute couture piece that has lost its label. The exterior is a beautiful cut that has an almost Dior feel to the design, though it could well be any of the great houses from that time period. The bodice is fitted to the body  with this amazing panel that swoops down the front and eventually turns into an extravagant hip, half bow, panel. What is truly incredible is that the same panel continues to wrap around the shoulder, looping through the straps, and then coming back to secure under the front. Really a remarkable design that creates a stunning portrait collar effect. The skirt is cut beautifully full and falls just past the knee. I did not add a crinoline - it has a natural volume due to the cut and the fabric choices. It is also interesting to note that the skirt is cut from a single panel of fabric that is set to wrap over its self at the front. There are no seams at all and this excessive use of fabric is something you only see in very high end pieces from this time period. I absolutely love it and think the new owner will be thrilled once it is received. It is a very special dress. Excellent condition.

Fully interlined in a fine white silk organza. It closes with a hand set painted metal zipper at the back. Hand finished throughout. Internal net boned corset that is stitched into place so can be removed if a little more room is needed through the bust and waist.

Bust: exterior 18" flat across from side seam to side seam, with the inner corseted bust approx 17"
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam, with the inner corseted waist approx 12"
Hips: open
Bodice: 21" from neck to dropped waist seam
Skirt: 26" from dropped waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E602

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 great little classic 1930s wrapped Hostess gown and it is incredible to think that this little beauty would have originally been intended to be worn only in the house as perhaps a light house coat or hostess dress for the day as it makes for a beautiful full length day dress for a modern girl. The shoulders are detailed with soft pleats gathered into panels across the shoulders and the wrapped design allows for a peek of skin at the neck. The skirt has a pretty flare and I love the fuller cut sleeves with their pouf feel and cuffed finishes. The skirt is remarkably full - there are miles of fabric in there. Cinch in the waist and style with modern accessories and it will be as relevant now as then. It is truly a beautiful little early forties dress. Great overall condition.

Unlined and wraps to close with a button at the waist and interior ties. Has its original matching tie belt attached at the back. There are some scuffs and minor color discoloration throughout where the color has faded out a touch from a blush to a more cream. These are viewable when the garment is flat and spread out but when on the immense amount of fabric hide everything and it present as very good. I feel with a garment this age this is forgiveable and I have priced it accordingly. The wrap allows for a variety of sizes.

Sleeves: 19" approx.
Shoulders: 16" approx. - no true defined seam
Bust: to 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam and you can cinch with belt as needed
Hips: open
Bodice: 18" from neck to waist
Skirt: 42" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-XL

Item# D566

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 great little black dress that is both sleek and simple black shift dress made of a wool crepe. The exterior is a simple cut that has an almost Cardin or Courreges feel to the seam work and design. An obvious homage to those designers and the feel of the era. The front skims the body to the  waist and the seamed curves act as detailing. The skirt is cut on a slight A-line and falls just past the knee. the fabric is a light wool that has a great texture worked into the weave. It is very simple yet classic with really good lines. A great little find. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a painted metal zipper at the back.

Shoulders: 15.5"

Bust: 18-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20-21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 41" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# D565

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 recently received a few dresses from Europe that are maddening in that they are obviously demi-couture but have no labels to verify their origins. They are extremely well made and have the inner finishes that belie their high end origins. This means that the girl that buys them is getting exceptional quality for a very good price. This is one of them and is a sleek and simple black shift dress made of a wool crepe. It is very well finished in silk with ribbon and hand finished and edges and a hand set zipper. The exterior is a simple cut that has an almost Cardin or Courreges feel to the seam work and design. The front skims the body to the banded waist - highlighted by two large buttons. The skirt is cut on a slight A-line and falls just past the knee. I love the rounded pockets that add detail to each hips. It is very simple yet classic. Excellent condition.

Fully interlined in a fine black silk. It closes with a hand set painted metal zipper at the back. Hand finished. Pockets in each hip

Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from neck to waist
Skirt: 23" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# D564

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 an absolutely extraordinary vintage gown that is a once in a life time find. In person, the texture and depth created by the extravagant feathers and rhinestone applique, combined with the layers and layers of silk and net, is just phenomenal. This is a gown that could be worn to a high gala or ball or perhaps even worn as a wedding gown for the bride that wants to make a string statement. The bodice and upper skirting is covered with a rhinestone applique whose design is set to suggest huge plumes of feathers that run over the bodice and down the skirt. Hand placed around those rhinestones are ostrich feathers that dance with the slightest movement. The bodice is fitted and sculpted with a full inner foundation. It nips in at the waist and then the skirts flare out to full and beautiful. Two layers of silk net sit atop the inner cream silk skirt and under that are multiple layers of stiffened net that hold the shape with a silk inner skirt against the skin for comfort. The skirt trails out slightly at the back and the fit is wonderful. In person it is a touch more cream then white which is what takes it out of the territory of only being appropriate as wedding gown. The drama of the feathers and rhinestones are magnificent in person. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in silk with a full proper foundation garment hidden under the lining of the bodice Multiple layers under the skirt of tulle net and silk. It closes with a back painted zipper. I had this specialty cleaned by a couture cleaners so it is ready to be worn (I have everything cleaned of course but some intricate items like this require it to be sent out to specialists). Perhaps the slightest of grubbiness remains along the bottom hem edge but this is extremely minor and in no way affects its presentation. Note that it was a touch big on my mannequin and I do not like to over-pin or clamp garments - on the proper size girl it will fit securely and cinch down at the waist properly. This is properly made and has a good weight to it but once on and fitted it balances itself out. Size wise it fits a dressmakers US 8 exactly. If you are a 6 or less it would need to be tweaked or alternatively let out if you are a 10.

Bust: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 10" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 49" from waist to front hem and another 10" longer at the back hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# E601

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

The needlework done on this caftan is fantastic - the deep ruby mixed with bits of blue, yellow and green absolutely pops off of the black background and there is an incredible amount of work on it. The caftan is cut long and lean and has a medium weight to it -  light enough so it does not feel bulky but with enough weight to hold the shape. This is partly due to the base fabric which feels like a mix of cotton, linen and perhaps a touch of a synthetic. I love the dramatic panels of hand done needlepoint embroidery work that run extensively down each side  and around the lower hem. More embroidery work runs down each wide sleeve and across the entire front panel in huge breastplate design. The sleeves are fantastic with a wide cut that really shows off the panels of design trailing down each and circling the cuff. It is cut with a classic caftan feel - a simple column that widens out as it nears the hem and slits on either side for comfort when you move and walk in it. It has a great exotic feeling and really makes a dramatic statement. Excellent condition and appears unworn

Unlined and slips over the head to wear. A hook & eye sits at the top of the neck so you can wear it closed so it forms a keyhole or open. The caftan cut allows it to fit a larger range of sizing.

Sleeves: 23.5"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 58" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# E600

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

Here we have a truly beautiful little piece with no label in the most lovely of blues - the camera did not quite capture the correct tone - in person it is more of a deep cornflower blue and I think the new owner will be very pleased with it when they see it up close. It is well constructed and cut to follow a girl's curves but not in an overtly sexual kind of way. The bodice is a curving and simple expanse of silk satin that is cut to cross and wrap over itself at the front and dip in the back. The waist nips in with a series of pretty curved seams and is highlighted there by a silk satin rosette set to one side. Soft pleats run down to shape the skirt and a pretty bow sits at the back. I did not photo it with a crinoline underneath but the skirt is full enough that you could add one for more fullness. It has two small flaws that are noted below.

Partially lined through the bodice with a burgundy silky rayon and the skirt is unlined. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. In person it is more of a deep cornflower blue. It has a mark in the fabric on the back of one shoulder - probably from improper storage (it was impossible to photo but is present). there is also a faint water stain near the hem that gets lost in the fold but is seen when the dress is laid out flat (photoed). Because of the placement it is still extremely wearable but has been priced significantly lower so is a real steal.

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Neck: 43.5" from natural neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# E598

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 little silky rayon swing dress from the 1940s has a vivid and unusual print that covers it head to toe. It is one of those great novelty prints of the era and this one is musical with little dancing figures and instruments among party favors that swirl over the entire surface of the dress. I love the grass green against the brown backdrop - its an unusual color combo too. The cut is simple and flattering with those great forties details collectors love. It's cut to be worn loose and easy through the bodice with sleeves that cone out almost from the waist and a draped cut. The neckline is high and the waist cinches in. The skirt is cut swing style and gently curves away from the more fitted hip area. This one has the most gorgeous and extravagant hip panel that I have seen in a long time - it is a spectacular draped effect that curves down and along the full side of the skirt beginning in an elaborate gathered panel at the top of the waist. Excellent condition with some small items to note below

Unlined and closes with a side metal zipper and has a second short metal zipper at the back neck. Hand finishes. There are signs of slight color run here and there on the green but it is very slight and there are no areas that detract. I am being pretty picky. I see one very faint spot on part of the print on the front skirt - I photoed it but you would never see it once on as the print is so busy. I would consider this to be excellent considering its age and rarity.

Sleeves: 13" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: no defined side seams seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist
Skirt: 29.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# D563

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 little studded dress is a play on the 40s versions. This look had a bit of a revival during the sixties and normally the versions from that time period that you find have just a touch or detailing of stud work. This one however is heavily covered with varying sized gold faceted studs with a denser application of them running through the waist line and hem. The cut is a simple, feminine little flared skirt dress with no sleeves and a defined waist. The bodice is is cut to skim over the bust and nips into a waist that is set slightly high nut not quite as high as an empire waist would be. The skirt flares out from there. Over the entire surface of the white cotton pique, waffle weave fabric are gold faceted studs, each individually placed by hand. They are scattered over the entire dress and set in a more densely spaced formation for extra detailing at the waist and hem. A really fabulous little dress. Excellent overall condition

Fully lined in a white silky rayon lined and closes with a back painted metal zipper. There is a slight grubbiness along the edges of the seams bit I am being extremely picky. Slight patina to the gold on the studs but I see no missing studs.

Bust: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 12" from true neck to waist
Skirt: 24" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# D562

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 adore this fabulous little cape that is crafted to look like a butterfly - it is one of those amazing little pieces you can only find with vintage. These were all the rage during the seventies and you now will find them in varying degrees of quality. This is one of the very well done ones, completely hand made and quite fabulous. The black silk chiffon base is entirely covered in glossy silver and black sequins mixed and edged with tube beads. The design on the front and back is of a butterfly and the shape of the capelet follows this design. It just slips over the head and adds an instant bit of glitz and glamour to anything. The open sides allow it to fit anyone and top anything. The camera does not quite pick up the impact of the silver sequins - it is better in person. Excellent condition.

The cape is fully lined in a black silk chiffon. It slips on to wear and will fit a variety of sizes. All the sequins are hand applied.

Width: 28" from side to side
Length: 24" from top to bottom

Modern Sizing Equivalent: OSFA

Item# S707

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 lovely little black fifties cocktail dress is a dream. It is a real bombshell of a dress and these are really exception ones are getting harder and harder to find. This one is made of a black silk faille with a beautifully sculpted and appliqued bodice detail. The dress is sculpted to the body with vertical seaming that curves the dress around the bust, nips it in at the waist and skims to over the hips to a long, slightly flaring pencil skirt. That fantastic bodice inset is constructed from a lingerie weight, nude stretch netting covered with open cut floral appliques, all partially backed with a nude lining. This beautiful panel sweeps low down the front and curves up and over the shoulders to a deep V at the back. Very sensual and fabulous. Excellent condition

The bodice is constructed of a layer of lingerie weight net over a nude silky rayon and the skirt is lined in a black muslin. It closes with a painted metal back zipper. The applique work is hand applied with the stitches clearly seen on the inside lining.

Bust: 17-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 40" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E597

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