This black pleated silk chiffon Dior skirt is utterly fantastic and a true piece of Haute Couture. I am in absolute love with it - the fabric, the design, the workmanship - everything about it is perfection. Haute Couture pieces are always a rare find and the beauty of this particular piece really makes it a once in a lifetime find. It has lost its label but is absolutely Dior and absolutely Haute Couture. It is from the daughter of the original owner and was purchased with many of the other couture Dior pieces I have in the shop at the moment.

The fabric is a fine silk chiffon in a the perfect black that will go with everything. It is so hard to convey the quality and fineness of a black piece and when you add that every seam and edging is completely hand done it is almost impossible. The person that buys this will be extremely pleased to see the level of work and quality of this piece in person. The main portion of the skirt is knife pleated in perfectly spaced lines, which gives it a long and lean cut when you are standing still but allows for a tremendous amount of volume and movement. A more fitted band tops a semi-sheer band of chiffon at the waist, creating shape and a sensual detailing. Under the top floating pleated layer is a more fitted inner layer of silk chiffon. It is really a work of art and of course being that is is true Haute Couture makes it that much more special. Excellent, museum quality condition.

Haute Couture is the very pinnacle of the fashion experience and I would hazard to say that vintage versions are even a little more special then modern ones. Haute Couture is the very pinnacle of the fashion experience and I would hazard to say that vintage versions are even a little more special then modern ones. This dress also comes direct from the daughter of the original Haute Couture client so has not been on the market prior to this.

Fully lined with all interior seams and all edges hand finished. It closes at the side with a handset, fine painted metal zip under a panel of silk that closes over most of the zipper with hand set snaps. Finished to Haute Couture standards and entirely done by hand. I have included photos of the interior work so you can see.

Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 41" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# S728

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This black pleated silk crepe skirt by Chanel skirt is fabulous and a staple of the Chanel look. The fabric is a fine silk crepe in a deep true black that will go with everything. It is so hard to convey the quality and fineness of a black piece especially when the work is as fine as from Chanel. The person that buys this will be extremely pleased to see the level of work and quality of this piece in person. The skirt is completely knife pleated in perfectly spaced lines, which gives it a long and lean cut when you are standing still but allows for a tremendous amount of volume and movement. Around the hips are two stitched rows that keep the pleats closed and give shape around the hip. The final effect is gorgeous and it moves wonderfully once on.  Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a black silk chiffon. It closes at the side with a hidden set zipper and a Chanel button at the waist. Tagged a 36 and has the older hand written tag along with its Chanel label

Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 39" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# S767

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

Stripes and prints were mixed with joyful abandon on the Spring 2011 Prada runway and were then translated for retail with very little difference in some case. This skirt is a great example of that as it stays very true to the version that walked the runway. This is a mixing of prints that has become iconic and instantly associated with Prada. It is made of a almost canvas feeling cotton mix so it retains structure. The print covers the skirt from top to bottom and all the way around the sides and back. I love the baroque feel it has mixed with a very modern silhouette. It's a beauty. Excellent condition

Style.com said of this collection:

"Only Miuccia Prada could attach a label like "minimal baroque" to a collection whose references ranged from hospital scrubs to seventeenth-century cherubs to Jazz Age superwoman Josephine Baker. Fishing around for an alternative to "fresh," she herself came up with "brave, bold, and obvious"—that last one a typical head-spinner......But there was also more than enough of Prada's twisty-ness to boost this collection into her already chock-full pantheon of greats. Those cherubs, for a start, plucked from a curlicued baroque interior and all mixed up with bananas and naive monkeys in an exuberantly cartoonish print that looked like something lifted from a poster for a Josephine Baker performance at the Folies Bergère in the twenties.....As she said backstage, banana earrings vibrating: "It's time to be bold." And that's one maxim that, with any luck, will rub off on the world at large."

Fully lined in a black silk and closes with a hidden set side zipper.

Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 22" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# S764

Reference Photo: Look 8 from Prada S/S 2011. Model: Sara Blomqvist.

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Quad was a London Boutique that was part of that great British movement of the 60s and 70s. It opened in the 60s and their pieces were fun, young and often had a nod to the past in their cut and design. This piece is quite fabulous and very versatile. It is really a full length skirt with attached straps that curve over the shoulders and cross at the back. This makes it am amazing and striking piece to layer other pieces under to come up with endless styling options. The fabric is a light wool done in a bright red Tartan plaid. The waist sits fitted under the bust and then the skirt flares out form there and is very full. A great little piece that is very fun. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a back metal and nylon zipper. Tagged a British vintage 10.

Under Bust: 13.5"
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from top of shoulder strap to waist
Skirt: 41.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2711

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Fantastic Celine denim skirt from the 1970s that is a great staple piece. Denim is a constant on the street style blogs and this is a great piece that has that casual feel of denim mixed with the sophistication and cut of a Celine piece. It has a great little A-line cut and it snaps closed up the front. I love the fantastic little pockets on each hip, each adorned with their own gold button. Each of those gold snaps is embossed with the old school Celine house logo of the horse and carriage for a bit of logo flare. Excellent condition

Unlined denim. It closes with the front zipper button snaps as seen. Pockets on each hip. Photoed in a size 6 dress form and not pinned

Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 23.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML

Item# S753

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 truly stunning skirt from the legendary Emilio Pucci that instantly makes you think of far off tropical luxury, combined with lazy days spent by the ocean, with umbrella topped drinks in hand. It is superbly simple in cut, allowing the beauty of that custom screened cotton to shine. The colors are pure happy ocean blues - a mix of turquoise highlighted with pops of color, all edged in fine black and signed throughout with that famous Pucci signature. This is one of his signature cuts with a longer pointed front and back. It is made of a thicker twill weight cotton which allows it to hold its spectacular shape when on. And the larger size is a bonus as its very hard to find Pucci in this size. Presents as excellent condition but please read notes below

Unlined and closes with side zipper and hidden hook & eye on the waistband. There are some light discolorations and spots scattered over the skirt (please supersize the photo to see). It is still completely wearable as is because of the heavy pattern you really only see them when it is off the body and lying flat. It has been priced substantially lower so is a real bargain!

Waist: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 32" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: LRG-XL

Item# S697

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When I saw this I instantly recognized it as I have had a similar version in the shop before but in a more lavender color then the pink of this one. This one is also slightly larger then the last and is cut to have even more volume, which I personally love even more. The photos do not even begin to convey the amount of fabric in the skirt and the sheer opulence of this piece. The fabric is a highly polished cotton or cotton mix and has a screened design that covers it and is a literal explosion of flowers that covers the skirt from top to bottom. The background is a beautiful romantic feeling, pale soft pink and the skirt cascades out from the waist in a series of tiny gathers. This gives the skirt its tremendous volume and there are yards of fabric used in its construction. But at the same time it does not feel overwhelming or have that "cupcake" shape that can make you feel larger then you are. It has a good weight to it when you first pick it up but feels surprisingly light and balanced once on. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes at the waist with a nylon and metal zipper and a flat hook & eye at the waist.

Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 44" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# S743

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

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If you have been looking for the absolute perfect vintage denim jeans look no further because it doesn't get better than these. The color is a light blue and the fabric weight is a wearable modern feeling light to mid-weight denimn. The cut is high up through the waist for that perfect seventies feel. They hug the hips and thighs and then flare out as they near the floor. I love the huge top set pockets on both the front and back. They are an incredible pair of seventies Chamar flares. Excellent condition

Unlined and button and zip to close at the front. No size tag so go by listed measurements

Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 47" from waist to hem
Inseam: 36"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S741

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Sprouse began his career under Bill Blass as an intern at the age of 14 and then after a couple of years in design school worked under Halston. By 1983 he had his own label and by 1984 he had earned a CFDA award for his exuberant and colorful work. He was never a business person though and the years that followed were a a constant up and down for his business. That original shop closed in 1988. In 1992 and 1995 respectively he designed capsule collections for Bergdorf's and Barneys. His last collections took place with an attempt at a proper revival of the label took place for the 1998-99 collection and these pants are runway samples from that collection that were never produced. They are a fascinating bit of fashion history and are fabulous to boot. made of a neutral colored soft suede they have wide cut legs and an interesting removable "bib" or "apron" at the front that is attached by Velcro. Pockets sit on the hip under the front bib and there are two more at the back. The bib is almost a play on a workman's tool belt and has top stitched pockets and a slit pocket running along the front. The inner pant zips to close and the waist band crosses over itself and also Velcros into place. The cut on the pants is fantastic and the story behind them and rarity of them more so. Excellent condition.

The pants are partially lined through the upper half and close with a combination of zipper and Velcro as described above. The bin front is removable completely. They have a slight tough of grubbiness from natural aging but are in clean as found condition and probably were never worn since the runway collection was shown.

Pants
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 44.5" from waist to hem
Inseam: 29.5"

Bib
Width: 16.5" side to side
Length: 23.5" top to bottom

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S737

This garment is in clean as found condition and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.

This skirt has double provenance and importance. First it is by the iconic Mr. Freedom label, a shop in London opened by Tommy Roberts that featured both clothing and furniture that perfectly fit the pop inspired culture of that late sixties and early seventies. The pieces from this time period and this particular label have reached cult status in the vintage world and pieces from this label are rare and hard to find. The boutique catered to the pop icons of that era and the Rolling Stones were repeat clients - and that brings us to the second part of this skirt's provenance as this was owned by Astrid Lundstrom who was Bill Wyman's common-law wife from 1967 till 1983. Bill was of course the bassist for the Stones from 1962 until 1993. This was acquired directly from Astrid and was worn and loved by her. It is made of a black panne velvet with a large applique detail near the hem at the front. A yoke detail sits at the waist. It is fitted through the waist. skins over the hips and then flares out as it nears the hem. It is very small so was pinned to the Judy for the photos so will of course fit properly on the correct sized girl.

Unlined and closes at the side with a metal zipper and hook & eye at the waist

Waist: 11" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 41.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS

Item# S730

Reference Photos: Astrid Lundstrom wearing Mr. Freedom (with Bill Wyman)

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I love this fuller skirt by Yves Saint Laurent with its fifties feel and gorgeous floral print. It is made of a crisp cotton that has been printed with one of Yves signature prints. The waist cinches in and below that the skirt has a fabulous fullness to it. Part of that fullness is because of the soft gathers that circles the skirt just under the more fitted band below the waistline. The fabric choice also helps it to retain that fullness. The black base with its pretty print make it very versatile and you will be able to dress it up or wear it casually. Excellent condition

Unlined with a side zipper and button at the waist. A pocket sits along the seam beside the zipper.

Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 29" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# S726

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This look was one of the cornerstones to the famous "Russian peasant" Haute Couture collections with its banded and fitted upper hip and flowing skirt. This is from the Rive Gauche line so would have been produced for the fall season just after the Couture show and it is glorious. The red is a mix of wool with just a touch of angora that gives it a bit of a texture while still allowing the fabric to be light and fine. The band around the hip that perfectly balances the volume of the lower skirt is done in a black velvet that acts as an anchor and gives the illusion of slimness and shape as it curves up to the waist. It falls in a long and lean column when still but there is a volume there that will show when you move or walk. These were worn with his signature voluminous tops and colors were mixed with riotous abandon. The Russian collection is one that is constantly referenced and looked back upon as one of his greatest achievements and having a skirt like this in your collection will be a coup. It still feels insanely fresh and modern with endless styling possibilities. Excellent condition.

The main portion of the skirt is unlined and the velvet part lined in a black silky rayon. It closes at the side with a painted metal zipper and large flat hook & eye at the waist. Tagged a vintage 44 but please check actual listed measurements below.

Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam, 19" at the bottom of the black velvet band which is 7" deep
Hips below the velvet: open
Length: 44.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# S704

Photo credits: Yves Saint Laurent, YSL Runway, Vogue 1976, Guy Bourdin for Vogue 1976

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I think one of my favorite vintage pieces is a full length velvet maxi skirt. It is such an easy way to mix in with a modern wardrobe. You can throw them on with just about anything topping them and it works. The prints are so vibrant and bright that they act like a neutral and they work as well with flats as they do with a heel. The velvet captures the depth of color like no other fabric so when you luck into a brilliant jewel tone version like this one its hard to pass up. Here we have a stunning version done  by the Mr. Dino label, in a baroque feeling print in white and grays on a brilliant jewel dress. The cut is a sculptural A-line that falls to the floor in a graceful sweep of fabric. The velvet gives it enough weight to hold that form fantastically. These can really be worn year round as the velvet is a cotton version so breathes well. I love it. Excellent condition

Partially lined through the hips in a silky green rayon and closes with a painted metal zipper and hook & eye at the waist. Hand finishes. Tagged a  vintage Mr Dino 10 but please check actual measurements.

Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 39" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# S700

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This wonderful 1950s hand painted circle skirt has a bright and pretty abstract floral design that runs over its entire surface. The skirt is on a white cotton base with a swooping deigns that suggest bog bold blooms and leafs over the entire skirt. The waist is defined with a narrow band to cinch on the shape and the skirt has a tremendous amount of fabric. It is all hand painted and beautifully done. It has the older, original Spiegel label in it which suggests to me that the company imported it in to catch the fever of the 1950s tourist market when these were all the rage. A very unusual piece and highly collectible too. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a metal zipper and a button at the waist. I believe the zipper has been replaced and the waist and a small portion of fabric has been added to give extra room. Shown over a crinoline that is not included

Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 26.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S686

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The fall 2006 Miu Miu show was received with accolades by the fashion crowd and it was really this particular collection that made Miu Miu into one of the major players. Style.com said of this show:

'"To make Miu Miu more special and important" was Miuccia Prada's post-show explanation for taking her diffusion collection to Paris. And special the small Sunday afternoon presentation at the famous Left Bank restaurant Laperouse was....The clothes, too, were elevated, thanks to what the designer described as couture touches: Silk was photo-printed with still lifes that resembled those on the eatery's walls, brocade was hand-painted with fleur-de-lis motifs, and the arms of techno-fabric shrunken jackets came in fox.

The Miu Miu girl, Prada said, is the same as her big sister, only a little more angelic. There was a youthful innocence to the models' white eyelashes, their schoolgirl uniforms, and their impossibly brief lampshade skirts....Another way the collections related was in Miu Miu's newly luxe, expensive-looking fabrics.'

This is one of those lampshade skirts and it is quite beautiful. A woven brocade has a beautiful design that covers the front. The back is kept a simple back. The shape is fabulous with a cinched in waist and fullness through the hips with lots of leg allowed to show with its shorter length. You can see how this silhouette has been picked up on and still is being shown in variations on the runway today. A fabulous little piece. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a back hidden zipper. Tagged a 42

Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 24" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 22" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S638

Reference runway photos from style.com

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This might just be the perfect gold leather skirt. It is by Prada so already you know its of high quality and well made. The leather is very thin and light - just heavy enough to keep the shape but light enough that it is constructed as if it was made from fabric. The shape is a classic pencil and the seaming helps to create a lean silhouette. The leather is coated with a soft brushed and muted gold that is just enough gold to add that touch of metallic to your wardrobe but not in a flashy or tacky way. Its exceptional and looks to have never been worn. Excellent, like new condition.

Unlined and closes with a zipper that is hidden along a seam. Tagged a 42

Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 24.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S637

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What an amazing pair of trousers by Chanel. They are such a gorgeous and vibrant color and the richness of the cotton velvet used adds to their luxurious appeal. There is no other fabric that capture the beauty and depth of color then a velvet. The mix of that strong color with the tailored, crisp lines of Chanel are fabulous. Pair these with any solid or mix and match prints for a million styling options. Flat fronted with a straight peg legs that ends just above the ankle. I love the three Chanel buttons that finish the hem of the pant and each is actually a functioning button and not merely decorative - the kind of extra detailing and attention you know and love with Chanel. Plus the cotton has a stretch to it so they are as comfortable as wearing leggings and they will sculpt to hug your curves when on. Excellent condition.

The pants are unlined and close with side, hidden set zipper and a Chanel logo button at the waist. Each cuff is finished with three Chanel logo buttons and each button is functional. Tagged a 40. Plus - these look amazing with the little purple velvet Pucci jacket just listed too!

Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18-21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 37.5" from waist to hem
Inseam: 26.5"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S629

Worn by Samantha Angelo of The Eye Travels blog for NYFW 2016. Photos by Keziban Barry

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

What an amazing pair of trousers by Chanel. They are such a gorgeous and vibrant color and the richness of the cotton velvet used adds to their luxurious appeal. There is no other fabric that capture the beauty and depth of color then a velvet. The mix of that strong color with the tailored, crisp lines of Chanel are fabulous. Pair these with any solid or mix and match prints for a million styling options. Flat fronted with a straight peg legs that ends just above the ankle. I love the three Chanel buttons that finish the hem of the pant and each is actually a functioning button and not merely decorative - the kind of extra detailing and attention you know and love with Chanel. Plus the cotton has a stretch to it so they are as comfortable as wearing leggings and they will sculpt to hug your curves when on. Excellent condition.

The pants are unlined and close with side, hidden set zipper and a Chanel logo button at the waist. Each cuff is finished with three Chanel logo buttons and each button is functional. Tagged a 40.

Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18-21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 39.5" from waist to hem
Inseam: 29"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S627

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

Gorgeous cotton velvet skirt by the Emilio Pucci. Made of beautiful cotton velvet that has a pretty mix of pinks and pastels running over its surface. The main parts of the skirt are covered in classic Pucci pattern in two shades of pink, taupe, a deep purple, and a soft off white. The edge of the hem, waist and down one side is printed with a contrasting design - making it instantly recognizable as  Pucci. I love how feminine the design is and the myriad of colors makes it an easy mix with so many things! It is a great piece to work into a modern day wardrobe for an instant pop of color and a little bit of vintage and will never go out of style. Excellent condition

The skirt is fully lined in a pink silky rayon and closes with a side painted metal zipper that sits under a panel of velvet so is hidden and a hidden fabric covered snap at the waist to hold the velvet panel in place. Tagged a vintage Pucci 12 but please go by actual measurements as vintage Pucci runs small

Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 25" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S580

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Gorgeous cotton velvet skirt by the Emilio Pucci has been done in a beautiful mix of vibrant colors. A deep pink base has a trailing floral design that runs across the surface within an angled line pattern. The edge of the hem is printed with a contrasting design - making it instantly recognizable as being Emilio Pucci's work. I love how bright the design is and the myriad of colors that make it an easy mix with so many things! It is a great piece to work into a modern day wardrobe for an instant pop of color and a little bit of vintage and will never go out of style. Excellent condition

The skirt is fully lined in a deep purple silky rayon and closes with a side painted metal zipper and a flat hook and eye at the waist. The fabric at the waist is a knit. Tagged a vintage Pucci 12 but please go by actual measurements

Waist: 13" flat across from seam to seam
Hips: 19" flat across the back form side seam to side seam
Total length: 22.5" from waist to bottom hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S519

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