What a great little Yves Saint Laurent jacket that is made of a luxurious deep blue velvet. It is cut to be more fitted on the body and the detailing lies in the beautiful curves seams that give it its shape. It also has a series of wonderful faceted, glossy black domes buttons that run down the front and sit on each sleeve and I love this contrast tot he matte feel of the velvet. It is cut to curve in and around the torso and then to sit just at the waist with a slight flare at the hips. It has a beautiful soft pleat detailing on the shoulders and these are set with a slight high cap. It is quite fabulous and a great way to mix in vintage with your current wardrobe. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a midnight blue silk. It buttons to close down the front and each cuff has three functional button and loops detailing. Tagged a 36

Sleeves: 23"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 21" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# S774

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

Cashmere has been and always will be one of the most luxurious of fabric choices and perfect black jacket by Chanel is made form 100% cashmere. It is perhaps some of the best grade cashmere in the world and you will be thrilled to wear this soft and rich feeling jacket. I would hazard to say that being vintage makes it even better then the newer pieces as the quality of the cashmere would have been even greater. With a classic double breasted cut that is set low on the front, this is a jacket that will go with pretty much anything. It is cut in that classic elongated Chanel box cut to just past hip in length. There are two top set pocket on the front of the jacket that are set low near the hem. It is adorned with an incredible 14 gold metal Chanel buttons that give it that extra little bit of logo glamour. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a hand set, high quality, fine black silk and closes with the buttons at the front. The pockets are functional and silk lined. Hand finished. I see the teeniest of patina on some of the buttons from normal wear but nothing that deters in anyway or compromises any of them. Tagged a vintage Chanel 38 but seems to have a generous cut.

Sleeves: 23"
Shoulders: 16.5"
Bust: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 28" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S772

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 a great little Yves Saint Laurent jacket. It is the perfect pop of color and it even has a matching belt with it that makes it so versatile. It is made of a rich silk moire fabric in a beautiful shade of blue. The inside is also finished in silk but here he has contrasted that lovely blue with a shocking splash of lime green. It is cut boxy and squared off and meant to sit just at the waist. The shoulders are strong but not overbearing and there are no closures at the front. It is finished with absolutely huge poured glass buttons at each sleeve that are just spectacular. It even has an extra button still. It is fabulous and a great way to mix in vintage with your current wardrobe. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a green moire silk. No front closure. Poured glass, high domed button detailing on each sleeve with an extra button present. The belt is a buckle belt and is also in excellent condition. Tagged a 34

Jacket
Sleeves: 21.5"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 15.5" from waist to hem

Belt
25"- 27.75" (note there is an extra hole that has been added)

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# S762

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 showstopping 1920s cut silk devore jacket that is really a work of art. The body of the jacket is completely covered with A silk velvet, stylized floral design that is applied over a silk crepe base. The effect of that dusky lavender against the taupe silk with a slight purple undertone mixed with the anchoring black cuffs, collar and fringe is amazing. No matter how wonderful it seems in the photos it is even better in person as the camera cannot capture the way the fabric catches the light or the ease and drape of the jacket when on. It has no closures (though I did pin at at the neck for the photos and on it has a more draped feel as it sits lower on the shoulder. The collars and cuffs have a thick finish of glossy black fur and the entire bottom hem is finished with a 8" black silk fringe. This was lovingly and properly stored and still look fresh and is string and wearable even almost 100 years later. This is of museum quality and very rare. Excellent condition

The fabric is self backed. You can see the original hand stitches but at some point someone carefully reinforced some of the seams. The fur has no shedding and shows very tiny wear at the back inside base of the neck and inner edges of the cuffs. This does not detract in anyway. The fringe is in excellent condition. Remarkable condition for a garment of this age. The open front will allow it to fit a variety of sizes

Note that antique and twenties pieces are final sale. They will be packed exceedingly well and we only sell pieces that will stand up to the stress of shipping, however, having pieces potentially shipped multiple times through multiple customs and countries is too hard on garments that are historically important and deserve to be treated with love and care. Please purchase accordingly.

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 16.5"
Bust: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 28.5" from waist to hem (fringe adds 7.5" to length)

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# C425

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

John Anthony launched his label in 1971 and during the seventies and into the eighties produced amazing pieces that were sleek and sexy. As the label progressed into the 80s it got more decadent and showy resulting in fabulous pieces like this one. This wonderful little cardigan is a true find. It is quite fantastic, very very well made and has beautiful detailing. The base is a deep burgundy silk that has a heavy application of beads and sequins, all hand applied and covering the entire surface. He then added glossy black mink cuffs and a front collar that curves around the neck and goes right down the front. I love the movie starlet glamorous fifties feel of it with its cropped cut and loose fit through the body. It has no closures and is lined in a fine silk so feels as luxurious on as it looks. It is such a decadent little piece and a great way to work a fabulous piece of the past into your wardrobe. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a hand set black silk. No closures at the front and I see no areas of missing beads. Light padding in each shoulder.

Sleeves: 22.5"
Shoulders: 17"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bottom: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 21" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S746

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

Now the Roberto Cavalli label is associated with fantastical jersey gowns and elaborate prints, but when Roberto started as a young designer his love was in textile designs. Very early in his career he invented a process where he was able to transfer prints and paints onto leather and became known for his leather work after his first collection was presented in 1972 (the other jacket I am listing along with this one is a museum quality example of that process). He also presented as a young designer collections that mixed denim and painted leathers of which this wrap jacket is a beautiful example of. It is interesting to note that Bridgette Bardot was a huge fan of his work and many of the shots from this time period of her have her wearing his designs. This is an early and rare piece from those days and it is quite fabulous as it demonstrates all three of his signatures during this time period - the printed leathers, the hand painted leather and denim. The body of the jacket is made of a light weight denim and it has inserts of hand painted leathers that is extremely light and pliant. The designs is a beautiful soft floral design and is quite beautiful. The edges and the belt are of his printed leather and offer a stunning contrast. I love the little trim around the floral design part that combines the two techniques. It looks to be a transfer print on leather with hand painted detailing. It is cut with a nod to the kimono shape with wide sleeves and cut straight through the body. This then wraps and ties with a printed leather belt that matches the main detailing. More painted insets sit on each hip and hide pockets there as well. It's amazing really. Excellent, museum quality condition.

Unlined and has the belt to close. Hidden pockets. The wrap fit will allow for a great range of sizes

Sleeves: 13" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 21.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 25.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 31" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# S739

Reference Photo: Amanda Lee Shirreffs. Click here to see this look on our blog Curated >

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 embroidery work on this butter soft, black leather jacket is exquisite. The work is all done by Lesage and it is mind boggling in person. I have tried to capture the dimension and 3D aspect of it with my camera but it just does not convey the pure depth and textural impact that you will get in person. An entire garden of flowers have been meticulously transplanted onto the surface of the jacket in their complete 3 dimensional glory. Little detailing of beads and sequins complete the illusion of a floral bouquet that has been added to the entire surface of the jacket. The blooms literally stand off the leather in places and the colors are deep and true. This is really a literal work of art and is like wearing a painting - all atop a chic slim fitting leather jacket. The cut is simple with no collar or closures and this is a deliberate choice in order to allow as much of a surface as possible to accommodate the craftsmanship of the floral design. It is simple but dramatic and a one off so is even that much more special. The level of work and masterful cut is wonderful The tag is numbered 26 967. Excellent condition

We did a write up on Jean-Claude on our blog, Curate - click here to read.

Fully lined in a black silk. No closures. Light padding inside the shoulders.

Sleeves: 23"
Shoulders: 18"
Bust: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 25" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# C412

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 jacket is such a strong statement piece. Its twin walked the Fall/Winter 1990-91 runway. In this collection Yves touch upon and built on his famous "Chinese Collection" of 1977/78. I absolutely love it and instantly had to have it for the shop when I spotted it. This is Yves Saint Laurent at his best and the cut is tremendously flattering once it is slipped on. The silk brocade is the perfect blue undertone red that works on most skin tones. It has a slightly puffed design that is woven through the fabric that gives it the most fabulous texture and depth. The seams are piped in black silk cord and really define the jacket and the lovely lines it has. I love the high collar and those four large silk cord frog knots that close the jacket down the front. The peplum at the hip adds shape and drama and gives it a couture flare. This is really a fabulous and well constructed jacket that will add instant glamor to any outfit whether you dress it up or down. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a beautiful red satin and closes at the front with the frog knots as shown. Three braided decorative buttons on each cuff.

Sleeves: 23.5"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 18" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 6.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# S738

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

Zandra is renowned for her use of design and pattern and this piece really allows her absolute genius for cut to shine through on its own. The lines of this jacket are truly wonderful. Tight knife pleats are sculpted to form that incredible back and extravagant shoulders. It is completely hand painted in a dramatic design that highlights the cut of the jacket. The fabric has an almost stiffened feel to it that allows the pleats to stay into place and create the sculptural feel of the jacket. I love the rounded, unusual sleeve and those four huge circular designs that sit on the shoulders. The edges of those curving swirls and tops of each arm are detailed with her signature beading. It is an incredible testament to her work and aesthetic. Excellent condition

Unlined and hooks to close at the front. The item is not tagged but is clearly Zandra Rhodes and I guarantee that it is. The cut and pleats will allow for a variety of sizes to wear the jacket

Bust: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" to open -  flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 25.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# S723

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 beautiful and early Pierre Balmain jacket in a fabulous deep blue ribbed wool. I would date this as an late fifties piece with its lovely little box cut. When the jacket is buttoned fully the front ties give it a slight nipped in feel at the waist. Above this sit big block round buttons and I love the double collar. Its a wonderful and unusual detail. It is wonderfully made inside and out - the seaming in the inner jacket is fantastic and it has proper hand finishes throughout as one would except from a couture piece. Excellent condition with just a touch of patina to the wool from normal wear.

Fully lined in fine navy silk and closes with buttons at the front as shown. Completely hand finished. Numbered behind the main label. Note a small section of the interior seam has come un-stitched and the label appears to have been re-secured (probably after cleaning) and is set slightly off-center from the middle seam - I have left it as is since this is all how it came to me and it appears all original. Silk lined pockets and proper finished buttonholes

Sleeves: approx 19"
Shoulders: approx 15" across but there are no true defined seams
Bust: 19" flat across the back from seam to seam
Waist: 17" flat across the back from seam to seam
Hip: 19" flat across the back from seam to seam
Length: 21" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# S720

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

If the photo of this jacket caused a memory to be triggered it is probably because you saw the long, black version of this coat worn by Shalom Harlow at the 2009 Met Gala "Model as Muse". This version, has an equally prestigious pedigree as it was ordered and made by Bob Mackie for her to wear to the Academy Awards in 1988. It was carefully stored after that event and is now ready for its next chapter. While the full length version has a definite high drama factor, this length is far more versatile and the baby blue is absolutely exquisite and will suit most skin tones and act as a soft pop of color against most others. It is made from sculpted ice blue silk taffeta with the most dramatic and large puffed sleeves and shawl collar. The cut is open and generous so will fit all sizes and almost verges on a cape with sleeves. The ruffled edges are all lined in horsehair to give them volume and shape. It is absolutely wonderful in every aspect. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in the same silk with a open front that has no closures. Made to demi-couture standards. The open cut will allow it to fit almost any size.

Sleeves: approx 15" from the drop shoulder
Shoulders: 19.5"
Bust - Hips: Open
Length: 25" from inner seam at the neck to bottom

Modern Sizing Equivalent: OSFA

Item# S719

Reference Photo: Shalom Harlow wearing a long version of the Domino coat attending the "Model as Muse" Met Gala in 2009 where Hamish Bowles declared her to be best dressed for the evening. 

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In his role as Creative Director for the house of Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld always creates little black jackets that have the perfect lines and a certain innate chicness that is seldom matched by others. In this jacket he plays with proportion and crops it at the waist. The neckline is left simple and collarless and plunges deep at the front. All of the detailing is done at that waist with a wrapped front that buttons on the angle and a skinny patent belt that highlights the short crop. The jacket has that signature chain inside the hem to weight it and ensure that it always falls perfectly once on the body. Excellent, appears unworn condition

Fully lined in a black silk and closes with buttons at the front as show. Original belt that snaps to close. Signature chain along inside hem. Tagged a 40. Lightly padded shoulders.

Sleeves: 20"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 16" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S507

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

Straight from the Supermodel era comes this delicious patent leather biker jacket by Gianni Versace. This look is pure Versace and a must have for any collector's closet. These pieces are hard to come by and just as relevant now as they were then - perhaps more so. It is cut motorcycle style and the looks like a female version of a jacket you would borrow (and then steal) from your boyfriend. It has a large zipper set off side down the front with zipped pockets on each side. The color is quite amazing - it is a black but with an undertone to it - the best way I can describe it is that it is exactly like the color of a black magic marker when you it on top of a true black. It is the perfect topper for everything from jeans to a ballgown. Excellent condition

Fully lined in the Versace logo embossed, black silky rayon lining and closes at the front with the zipper as shown. Zippers om each cuff and buckle belt through waist. Logo embossed zipper pulls. A small touch of flaking to the patent along the belt edges. Very minor and I would consider this unavoudable normal wear and tear and not really a flaw. These were meant to be worn slouchy so it will work on a range of sizes. Please check actual listed measurements.

Sleeves: 23" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 25" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# S692

Reference photos:  (1) Gianni Versace ad 1990s.  (2-3) 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 an amazing and very rare, very limited production Azzedine Alaia custom made "couture" level python skin biker jacket. In all probability there were only one or two of these made in the entire world and this certainly this is the only one I have seen in this color. The same jacket is held at The Museum at FIT in a green python skin version and that set belonged to Veronica Webb. If only we knew who this one once belonged to.

This amazing piece show cases the best of Alaia and effortlessly combines tough with sexy. The sleeves are cut like a classic motorcycle jacket and end with buttoned cuffs. The buttons used on both the front and cuffs are amazing - each is a combination of a silver metal and enamel topped with a white enamel star. The collar is notched and dramatic and the jacket is cut short and sexy to the waist. It is biker meets couture and the ultimate holy grail for the Alaia collector. A modern equivalent from Alaia would be well over $20k or more, if you could even get your hands on one. Museum quality, excellent condition.

Please note that shipping restriction may apply to this item - if you have concerns about your country please contact me prior to purchasing. Fully lined in a black silky rayon and buttons to close with metal and enamel, domed buttons. Each cuff also buttons to close. The skins are in excellent condition and are supple and not dry. Please note that due to the nature of the skins returns outside of Canada will not be accepted on this item. Couture level quality and tagged a vintage Alaia size 40

Shoulder: (slight drop) 17" across
Bust: to 18" flat across the inside back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across the inside back from side seam to side seam
Length: 16" from mid back at the neck to longest point of hem
Sleeve length: 22"

Approximate modern size equivalent: XS-SML

Item# C149

Reference photo from The Museum at FIT.

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

This deep brown faux fur coat that is done to give the appearance of an 'Astrakhan' fur is a very rare piece indeed. It is also an early example of what would go on to become one of Alaia's most iconic coat silhouettes with its over-sized shawl collar and nipped in waist. The exaggerated narrowing of the waist is made even more so by the curving line of the hip that flares out dramatically. At the back this hip line is even more dramatic with a vent and extra curving panels that give it an almost bustle appearance. The buttons close down the center but I am almost certain this is meant to overlap and close along one side. I think the buttons were moved to add some extra room for the previous owner. You could easily move them back over again for an even more fitted and sculpted silhouette. This is an early foray by a high end designer into attempting to find a substitute for real fur and so has historical importance from that perspective as well. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a silky satin and closes at the front with buttons. Please read notes about their placement above. If they are moved it would reduce the waist accordingly (you could probably get it down anywhere form 1-4" if needed). The fur seems to be attached with a combination of glue and stitching - there are small areas where you do see the glue and under-fabric but this is the mature of the piece as it would have been all done by hand and should not be considered a fault. Tagged a vintage Alaia 38

Sleeves: 24"
Dropped shoulders: 17"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 31.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# C394

Runway reference photos Alaia F/W 1991 from vogue.com

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 lines on this 1992 "corset" influenced jacket are amazing and just what you would expect form the master that is Alaia. Versions of this jacket were featured prominently both in the Alaia exhibit at the Groninger Museum and accompanying book 'Alaia- Azzedine Alaia in the 21st Century,'. The corset effect created solely through the seaming on the jacket right down tot he molded and padded cups of the bust. These are literally seamed and cut like bra cups and then incorporated into the design - unfortunately the photos do not do the work and molding effect justice. On either side of the buttons that run down the front is meticulous seaming that mimics corset strings. Below this the pockets are cut with a beautiful curved and rounded line. Of course the waist nips in and the back is cut to flare out and give that bit of a saucy shape at the back Alaia is known for. Far better on a real girl then how it photoed on my mannequin. Excellent condition

Fully lined in black silky rayon and closes at the front with buttons as pictured. Tagged a 6 but check actual measurements of course.

Sleeves: 23"
Slightly exaggerated shoulders: 16"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 22" from neck to back hem, 24" at the front

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S504

Reference Photos: Image from the book 'Alaia- Azzedine Alaia in the 21st Century,' the accompanying exhibit book for the Alaia exhibit at the Groninger Museum  /  Karen by Sante D'orazio, 1992.

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

Courreges did these amazing little faux leather jackets made from vinyl in the 1960s and then the company re-issued them in the early 80s. This is one of the much rarer originals in one of the best and least seen of the colors - the soft blush nude. The cut is a play on the classic denim jacket. The faux vinyl leather would have been the very forefront in cutting edge textiles at the time and the use of it is an important milestone in both fashion history and in the career of Andres Courreges. It is striking and still chic and fashion forward. The house's signature white snaps close the front and the original Courreges logo sits on the left side. A great iconic piece that is highly collectible. Excellent condition

Lined with the correct logo embossed off white rayon lining that snaps out for cleaning. The jacket closes at the front and cuffs with press snaps. I see extremely minor pin-top sized areas of flaking to the vinyl in a very few teeny areas with some minor grubbiness to the vinyl and near the neckline inside. These are almost too minor to be mentioned but provided for accuracy. if you super size the logo photo you can see the areas near the logo. Priced accordingly. Tagged a size B

Sleeves: 22.5"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 18.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# S679

Reference Photo: Amanda Lee Shirreffs. Click here to see this look on our blog Curated >

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 color of this is so deep a navy that in cerrtain lights it appears black but it is indeed a deep blue. It is made of a silk taffeta and left unlined but finished with ribbon edges at each seam inside. This makes it very light weight and easy to wear. It has an almost luxurious rain coat feel to it and I love that the silk and the simple cut makes it an easy piece to transition from day to evening. It has the sleek and simple lines one expects from Prada. The zipper to close it at the front is hidden under a double panel down the front which also hides a row if silk covered buttons. It has trench button and strap details circling each cuff. The belt that come with it is in a matching fabric and allows you to really cinch it in to add shape. A fabulous piece that has timeless style. Excellent condition and appears unworn.

Unlined with ribbon finished interior seams. It closes with a hidden front zipper and a series of hidden silk covered buttons down the front. A pocket on each hip and original belt. Tagged a 42 but please check actual measurements.

Sleeves: 23" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 37" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# C391

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 Western world in the twenties and thirties had a great fascination with all things art deco and oriental and places like Japan began to export pieces made specifically for the tourist market. These pieces combined classic design elements of the Japanese culture with a slight western twist to the cut and colors. The embroidered jackets where amongst the most prized and this one is a stunning example. Made of a fine cream silk, it is completely covered in fine embroidery work in that is even more amazing once you realize that it is actually a metallic thread that was used. Solidly embroidered with fine hand done red stitches holding the curving metal thread in place, the pattern and design is exquisite. Truly a treasure. Excellent condition and appears unworn.

Fully lined in a cream tissue silk, it closes with silk frog knots. Hand finished

Sleeves: 12"
Drop shoulders: 27"
Bust: approx. 21.5" flat across
Waist: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 25.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S653

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

Although he is known now for his fantastic silk jersey gowns and elaborate prints, Roberto Cavalli is at heart a textile designer. Very early in his career he invented a process where he was able to transfer prints and paints onto leather and became known for his leather work after his first collection was presented in 1972. This is an early piece from those days when he concentrated on leather and suede and it is quite fabulous. The entire jacket is covered in a gold "dot" design that forms the larger pattern and each individual dot is hand applied and almost feels like a fine glitter paint. It is cut like a boxed off bomber with a pointed collar and sleek lines. The cuffs and hem have rows of folded fringe layered over each other. I especially love the drama of the print on the back and the lace up corset effect at the lower back! Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a striped silky rayon and closes at the front with a zipper as seen. No pockets. Tagged a SML

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 21" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML

Item# C386

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 such a fabulous Yves Saint Laurent piece and so unusual and rare! The pictures do not come close to conveying the exquisite craftsmanship of this piece or its sheer impact when it is in front of you. The fabric is so unusual - it has a light silk wool base and onto that the pattern you see seems to be a fine thin coating of some type of plastic that was fused tot eh underlying fabric. This glossy overlay catches the light and there is actually a sound made when you move. It is quite remarkable and a definite conversation starter - very avant garde for its time period. The effect of this black on black play is stunning. Once on the waist nips in and the shoulders are slightly exaggerated for a dramatic silhouette. Wonderful, rare and an unusual amazing piece. Excellent, appears unworn condition.

Fully lined in a silk satin and edged with the same silk satin that has been top stitched. Closes with glossy faceted buttons at the front.

Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 20" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S547

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 fabulous Stella McCartney jacket is from around 2008 and is a classic. It combines the cut of a moto jacket with an unusual fabric choice of a hemp and cotton mix Those fabulous swash bucking buckles are amazing and give the jacket edge. The cut is squared off and boxy making it super easy to wear and the neutral color makes it easy to top anything. I love how you can wear it open or fully closed and how she picked up that buckle detail on each cuff. Excellent condition.

Unlined but all interior seams are finished with piping. Tagged a 42.

Sleeves: 21"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist-Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 18" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S546

Photographed for Filler Magazine, July 2015. Photographer: Alex Evans, Stylist: Nadia Pizzimenti, Makeup & Hair: Anna Barseghian, Model: Rebecca (Elmer Olsen). Click here to see the rest of the editorial in our lookbook >

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