I am such a huge Hanae Mori fan and this particular dress is absolutely wonderful. It still feels so fresh and modern even after all the years that have passed since it would have originally been made. The neck is gently scooped at the front with a little ties there and it softly blouses out to the waist. It is sleeveless with an angled cut that leads to the silk straps that wrap around the neck. The skirt flows to the floor in a perfect soft flowing column of silk. It flares out gently as it nears the hem and this allowed Hanae to fully showcase the print that she has wrapped around the lower skirt to its full advantage. The dress is made of the top printed layer of silk chiffon that you see and then inner layer is a nude silk chiffon. The skirt has an additional silk layer under that as well. Even with the layers the dress weighs almost nothing. Once the dress is slipped on, it simply floats around you.The outermost silk has been custom screened with one of her beautiful prints and it is a striking combination of neutral taupe and browns with vivid pops of blue and coral. The design is pure Hanae and the print is just extraordinary and beautiful depicting a sunrise over a beautiful floral backdrop. Excellent condition with one minor note below.

The bodice is interlined lined with a nude silk chiffon and layers of a nude silk chiffon and a pale blue silk line the skirt. It closes at the back with a series of hand covered snaps down the back and these also close the exterior skirt over the zipper that closes the inner lining. There are the lightest faintest little marks here and there on the skirt - maybe faint water marks? They are not seen unless laid out flat and when its on you would never notice. mentioned for accuracy. Hand finished throughout to demi-couture standards. Cut on the bias but waist is seamed

Bust: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Lining hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: approx 17" from top of bodice to slightly dropped waist
Skirt: 39" from slightly dropped waist seam to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD3101

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

Mariuccia Mandelli launched the Krizia label in 1954, as one of Italy's first ready-to-wear labels. By the 1980s and 1990s Krizia was a leader in the Italian fashion world with international acclaim. Much of her work was inspired by architecture and you can see a strong sense of that in this dress. I have dated this to the 1982 collection based on the reference photo found and dated to that year. It shares the same striking and unusual 'pockets' that jut out dramatically from the hip at sharp angles as the piece in that photo.

The dress is full length and made of a crinkled iridescent taffeta. Another reference photo found shows Mariuccia wearing an outfit in a similar fabrication. The drama of the hips are balance out by equally dramatic, curved and puffed sleeves. The front is done in an extremely low V that plunges past the waist to an almost unwearable depth. The hips are cut slim and fitted and the back has a high slit that runs up the center seam so that you can move and walk. The panels on each side are functional 'pockets' of sorts and do open down into the very bottom of where they attach along the side of the skirt. I have shown them extended out to each side but also photoed them pinned at the top points so that they curve in and wrap. You could do this to either the front or the back as I have shown. It is a very interesting and avant garde piece of fashion history. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a hidden set, metal and nylon zipper at the back. Tagged a 42IT. Appears to have never been worn, or worn very little

Sleeves: 15"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: to 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 60" from neck to hem
Front plunge is 19" deep and the black slit is 24 from hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD3099

Reference Photos: (1) Krizia, 1982. / (2) Mariuccia Mandelli (designer of Krizia), date unknown.

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 have had this Jean Varon tucked away for a long time because it is so amazing it was hard to let go of. It looks like it was never worn and is incredible condition. From its bare cut top to the beautifully flared skirt, it falls to the floor in yards and yards of a taupe crepe jersey that has the slightest hint of a sheen to its finish. This fabric choice really allows the dress to drape and move wonderfully. It's a definite statement maker and everything about it screams red carpet, Grecian goddess and sex appeal. The skirt is cut on the bias so that it feels like a column when you stand still but when you move, it moves with you and you get a sense of the amount of fabric that was used to construct the skirt. The top is a masterpiece with a halter top cut to plunge to the just below the bust and curve over the shoulders. The first waist seam is set high and just under the bust. Fabric is gathered under this vertically and then a second seam hugs the natural waist to give the dress a Grecian feel. Under the second seam is a flaring hip peplum. The sides are left completely bare with the shoulders extending down into the low waist of the back. These cross over straps that extend from under the bust at the front to create a grid at the side and back that keep the dress in place but leave the sides and back completely bare. I love that the seams that define the bust and waist are highlight with cording in a combination of a metallic gold and taupe. This is old Hollywood meets Madame Gres meets an ancient Grecian goddess and it is fabulous. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a low back set zipper and hook & eye to close each of the straps at the back. Note that it was too tiny for my dress form and of course zips and closes perfectly on the correct sized girl. It appears to have never been worn or worn very little. The color is slightly paler in person. Hand finished

Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15.5" from top of shoulder to bottom of the waist
Skirt: 42" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XXS-SM

Item# DD3100

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 have held this in my archives for several years now and I think that it is a stunning example of the fur pieces being produced at this point in Dior's history. I am no expert on furs but believe this it is mink. The color is a rich deep chocolate that is so dark that at first glance it almost appears to be a black. The fur is supple and soft and very shiny. It is applied on to the coat in series of matching rectangles that each measure approx 5" x 7" and you get a bit of a border where each fur piece meets another. This gives the coat an added bit of texture and a subtle pattern. It is cut in an almost trench coat style with a more structured, flared bottom to it then a soft trench would have. Big, unusual silver buttons run in a double row down the front. Slanted slit pockets sit on each hip and and it has its original matching tie belt that you can cinch to give the coat shape. The sleeves are cut straight and full and the collar is a classic notched wide collar.  It has been properly stored and cared for and appears to have been worn very little if at all. No splitting, issues or shedding. Excellent condition with a minor note below to review.

Fully lined in a black silky satin and closes with the buttons down the front and has an attached tie inside. Slip pockets on each hip and one hidden along the inside edge at the front. Matching tie belt. I see no bald spots or shedding, the pelts are supple, soft and shiny. there is slight wear at some of the common points - edges of the sleeves. the inner edge, but it is very minor. For a vintage fur from such an important designer, I still rate this as near excellent. The fur has no odd odor, is still supple and is stable with no signs of excessive shedding that would indicate that it is breaking down. 

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 44" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# C484

I have a small collection of historically important, key designer labelled vintage furs, fur trimmed & feather pieces stored away in my archives that I will be slowly posting on the site over the next couple of years until I have none left. I will no longer be buying furs for the shop moving forward and have not purchased anything for several years now. I feel like times have changed and while there still is a place for vintage furs for some, including collectors and historians, many modern girls are choosing other options. Many of the pieces in my collection are representative of the designer during a set time period in history that was different then our modern outlook. I have decided that the best course to handle this controversial issue is to let the pieces I have go rather then sit in a cold storage unit. All fur coats, fur trimmed & feather pieces are final sale

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 has been in my archives for a while now and at some point, it lost its Pierre Cardin label. I have had to price it as an unlabeled piece of course, but wanted to still provide that information so that you can assess the quality level of the jacket. I am no expert on furs but believe this is perhaps beaver or a long haired mink. The color is a rich deep chocolate and the fur is supple, soft and very shiny. The jacket  is cut in a classic pea coat style with a double row of buttons down the front. On each side of the hips sit slanted flap pockets and it is cut to slightly flares out as it nears the hem. The sleeves are cut straight and full and the collar is a classic notched wide collar.  It has been properly stored and cared for and appears to have been worn very little if at all. No splitting, issues or shedding. It is a lovely example of the work from this label during this period of its history. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a deep brown silk. Slit pockets at the side under the decorative flap. Embroidered with the initials JG inside. I see no bald spots or shedding, the pelts are supple, soft and shiny. Perhaps slight wear at some of the common points - edges of the sleeves. the inner edge, but very very minor and only mentioned for full accuracy. For a vintage fur I still rate this as excellent. The fur has no odd odor, is still supple and is stable with no signs of excessive shedding that would indicate that it is breaking down. 

Sleeves: approx 22"
Shoulders: approx 15"
Bust: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 22" flat across the inside from side seam to side seam
Hips: 25" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 29" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# C483

I have a small collection of historically important, key designer labelled vintage furs, fur trimmed & feather pieces stored away in my archives that I will be slowly posting on the site over the next couple of years until I have none left. I will no longer be buying furs for the shop moving forward and have not purchased anything for several years now. I feel like times have changed and while there still is a place for vintage furs for some, including collectors and historians, many modern girls are choosing other options. Many of the pieces in my collection are representative of the designer during a set time period in history that was different then our modern outlook. I have decided that the best course to handle this controversial issue is to let the pieces I have go rather then sit in a cold storage unit. All fur coats, fur trimmed & feather pieces are final sale

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

These little 1950s Hawaiian dresses are wonderful and are cut to give you curves. They have such a classic silhouette that they still feel fresh even after 50+ years. This one is unlabelled and would have most likely come directly out of Hawaii in the movement that was set up to cater directly to the thriving tourist market of that era. These sarong styled sun dresses were worn by Hollywood starlets and girls bought them in droves to emulate their favorite stars. I love the sarong style skirting with its attached illusion of a wrap skirt complete with a little tie of fabric that sits at the side of waist. This one is boned through the bodice for support and the neckline is slightly gathered at the bust for a touch of detailing. The print is a pretty mix of a right tropical orange against a brown and tan backdrop. It is very pretty and very flattering on. The fabric is still crisp and it appears to have never been worn. Excellent condition

The dress is unlined and has boning in the bust area It closes with a side painted metal zipper. Made of a crisp cotton and appears to have never been worn, or worn very little.

Bust: to 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
Bodice: 10" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 26" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# D598

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

In an interesting turn of event, Alessandro Michele has recently re-issued the Flora and Fauna print that adorns this original vintage piece, including some dresses that bear a striking resemblance to the original. This dress is well documented having been featured in a couple of ads in its time period and versions of it reside currently in the permanent exhibit hall at the House of Gucci in Florence. The original  Flora print was created by artist Vittorio Accornero in 1966 and has become a house signature. This dress is absolutely gorgeous and is instantly recognizable. The cut is a forgiving shift shape that falls fairly straight from the shoulders to the hem. The neckline, cuffs and hem are finished with a gold toned silk border that anchors the print. The front dips down and I love the little horseshoe buttons attached to each other by a loop of chain that runs across. The print is spectacular and the colors are bright and vibrant. These naturalistic prints are said to have up to 37 colors making them, something that at the time was unheard of because of the high cost of using that many screens to create the prints on the silk. This is a true piece of fashion history and feels as modern now as it did when it was created. Presents as excellent condition with a note below.

Fully lined in a cream silk and slips on to wear. There is a modesty panel behind the front plunge that is sewn into place on one side and snaps into place on the other. Each cuff buttons to close. There are some faint marks under each arm. I photoed in on the dress form and also lying flat so that you can see how much of an impact it makes. It is very light and I feel that the dress is completely wearable as it is. Please review the provided photos of the area. They are the ones after the label and before the reference photos. Priced accordingly and otherwise is perfect. Gucci label present and the silk is signed as well.

Sleeves: 21"
Slight drop shoulders: 18"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 35" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD3086

Reference Photos: (1) Gucci Ad, 1970s.  /  (2) The Gucci Flora Pattern Dresses, 1970s Ad.  /  (3-4) From the House Of Gucci in Florence.

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 little dress from the Mignon label. At first glance it looks like a combination of a print and a silk chiffon but upon closer inspection you see that the floral print is actually embroidery. The embroidery is done in a autumn feeling combination of colors and the patterns covers the dress from just below the shoulders to the hem. I love how the upper shoulders and bodice are left as just the silk chiffon and how this is even carried over onto each sleeve. Each sleeve is cut with a bit of fullness and ends in a little ruffled finish. There is a strip of velvet ribbon circling the wrist just above the ruffle and another velvet ribbon circles the empire cut waist and then ends in a long bow and ties at the front. It is very pretty and feminine. Excellent condition with one small note below to review

The bodice is lined with the same chiffon and the skirt is unlined and closes with a hidden set zipper at the back and a hook and eye at the neck above the slit opening above the zipper. Each sleeve snaps to close.There are two tiny areas of thinning to the chiffon at the back. I have photoed them and you can review in the photo provided after the shot of the label

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 13" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 31" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3085

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 Christian Lacroix dress perfectly showcases his mastery in combining colors, fabric and textures. Every element on the gown has a depth and texture to it separate from the others and yet it all works perfectly together. A version of this dress, using the same metallic lace for its skirt, was shown on the Fall 1995 runway giving us the collection date for this piece.

Everything starts with the fabric choices on this one and the cut of the dress is there to simply support those choices. The body of the dress is a metallic lace that has a brilliant array of fall feeling colors. A deep brown lace is finished with a metallic thread that changes from deep coppers and russets to shades of gold. The colors flow into each other in a beautiful mix and cover the dress from just under the empire cut bodice to the extended train at the back. The skirt scoops and under the high set bodice and there is a metallic taffeta ribbon in a deep copper that sits between the bodice and skirt that is finished with a bow at the front. Above that is the bodice and it is done in a pure golden lace. An intricate pattern of flowers are subtly woven through the bust fabric. It is predominately gold but there are also delicate pink toned flowers in there as well. The dress flows to the ground, widening as it nears the hem and it has a longer train at the back. It is just exquisite. Excellent condition.

Fully lined black with a satin lining through the bodice area. It closes with a hidden back zipper and snaps close the gold lace of the bust area over the zipper. Tagged a 38.

Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Under bust seam to natural waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 13" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 45" from waist to hem at the front, 52" to longest point at the back hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1580

Reference Photo: F/W 1995 Christian Lacroix Runway Collection.

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

On June 15, 1978 Lisa Najeeb Halaby wed King Hussein wed and she became the Queen of Jordan. She chose a Christian Dior gown, designed by Marc Bohan, for the ceremony and instantly became a style icon. Harper's Bazaar named the gown one of their 'The Most Iconic Royal Wedding Gowns of All Time'. That same year my client commissioned this version of that dress. I have also included a reference photo from the Metropolitan Museum of a top from the same collection that year that also has the open cut work 'ladder' technique. The dress for sale today comes direct from the daughter of the original Haute Couture client who had it commissioned.

The attention to detail shown in every hand done stitch is breathtaking. It is entirely done by hand and the silk chiffon is of the highest possible grade and as fine and light as a feather. The top floats over the torso for an easy fit and is left unlined, which makes it semi-transparent. There is a double row of that open 'ladder' stitch edging the top portion of the bodice. The skirt falls in a column of bias cut silk chiffon. Detailing the lower half of the skirt are six rows of that same open ladder design that is used on the bodice so that it is in perfect balance. It comes with the original flower belt. The belt combines an antique gold metal thread lame that is then detailed with a huge silk flower. You can wear around the waist as intended or even choose to wear at the neck or as a head piece. I also photoed it without the belt so that you can see how versatile it could be. There is also a square silk chiffon scarf that came with it that is not photoed but will be sent with the gown. It is truly a wonderful dress and when you see it in person you will be astounded at the level of craftsmanship and care put into the construction. A masterpiece and fit for a modern day queen. Excellent condition.

The skirt is lined in second layer of the same silk used on the exterior while the bodice is unlined. It is completely made by hand as the parameters of Haute Couture dictates. It closes with a handset, low side painted metal zip below the waist and and above that the bodice closes with a series of hand set, silk covered snaps. Inner waist stay the hooks to close. Note there is no label but it is true Haute Couture Dior. Note the color has a slight hint of terra cotta to it in person

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 18" from shoulder to waist but drapes to approx 15" when on
Skirt: 39.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2365

Reference Photos: (1-2) Queen Noor in a Christian Dior Gown & King Hussain of Jordan on their wedding day, 1978 (credits unknown)  /  (3-4) Dior Evening Ensemble from The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Online Collection

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 twin jacket of the runway Look 32, from the fall 2002 Prada show and it was shown on Kristina Chrastekova. on the runway. Style.com's review of this show in part said: "In a show that was densely layered with references to the history of fashion, Prada cut a strong, curvaceous and erotically charged line to give grown-ups a whole new reason to buy." The jacket was also heavily photoed for editorial that season, most notably by Mario Testino on Gisele Bundchen in Prada for the September issue of Vogue.

The jacket is made out of American mink that has been pieced together with a complex technique that used little strips of the fur like a fabric. This creates the deconstructed look that you see and gives it a more casual and interesting texture. It is cut to fit slim on the body and ties at the waist to draw in the shape. Hidden pockets sit on each hip. The collar is neat and tidy and the the edges left with an almost raw feeling that has the silk that fur is set in peaking through. The interior is finished with a semi-transparent silk chiffon giving it a very feminine feel. It has never been worn. Excellent condition.

Fully lined with a brown silk chiffon and ties at the waist to close. Tagged a Prada 40

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 27" from top of neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# C477

Reference Photos: (1-2) F/W 2002 Prada Runway, Look 32. Model: Kristina Chrastekova.  /  (3) Gisele Bundchen in Prada for Vogue, September 2002. Photo by Mario Testino.

I have a small collection of historically important, key designer labelled vintage furs, fur trimmed & feather pieces stored away in my archives that I will be slowly posting on the site over the next couple of years until I have none left. I will no longer be buying furs for the shop moving forward and have not purchased anything for several years now. I feel like times have changed and while there still is a place for vintage furs for some, including collectors and historians, many modern girls are choosing other options. Many of the pieces in my collection are representative of the designer during a set time period in history that was different then our modern outlook. I have decided that the best course to handle this controversial issue is to let the pieces I have go rather then sit in a cold storage unit. All fur coats, fur trimmed & feather pieces are final sale

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

Norman Stubb’s was the designer behind the hand constructed, appliquéd, and sometimes painted leather jackets that were made in the workshop of East West Musical Instruments Co, originally on Castro Street in San Francisco, and then later on Folsom from 1967 -1979. This design is the called 'Del Rosa'.

This jacket was worn and loved - most East West jackets were. They were not a fashion statement, they were a lifestyle and they were bought to be loved and worn. In my world, most vintage I source is pristine but with a jacket like this, the patina and wear it has adds to its appeal and makes it more authentic. The cut is a slim wrap and tie fit that falls to the hips in length. On the front are hand cut, rose appliques in a different color leather. These are accented by hand cut leaves inset into the jacket in a third color of leather. Vertical seaming and panels of leather give it added texture. The exterior of the jacket is in excellent condition with natural patina. Please review the notes below regarding interior.

Fully lined in a deep copper silk rayon. It has no closures and ties to close at the waist. The leather label is numbered 6202 7 and signed Del Rosa. The back of the dry clean tag is also marked in pen Del Rosa. There are two small spots on the exterior - one on the sleeve and one on the edge of the front collar. The back inside collar shows wear and patina. Overall excellent. The inside shows discoloration tot he fabric around the arms but is otherwise excellent. All areas photos and shows after the label photo.

Sleeves: 21.5"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 16" 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
Length: 26" from top of neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# C476

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 Oscar de La Renta boutique label appeared from 1967 and this is one of the earlier versions of that labels making it land somewhere around the turn of 1970s as far as dating goes. I have had versions of this in the shop before and it is always thrilling to find another and this time I had two and each is a different size! Note that only one is left and the measurements below is for the size now available

The dress is very beautiful and is an absolute knock out once on. It is also very representative of his work during this time period. The fabric is quite exceptional and the silk metallic brocade forms a stunning design that runs from shoulder to hem. The fabric is lighter in weight then you would think at first glance. It is heavy enough to hold and retain the shape that he desired it to have but is still light enough so that it feels easy and comfortable to wear. It has a very regal and refined feel to it and it perfectly sums up Oscar's love of opulence mixed with elegance and restraint. The cut is kept simple to allow that stunning fabric to take center stage. The skirt falls from the waist and widens out as it nears the hem. I love the hidden pockets that are along the side seams of the skirt. The original belt is present so you can cinch in the waist as required to add a nice nipped waist and feminine touch. The neckline has elastic running through it so you can wear the sleeves off shoulder. Each cuff is ringed with a deep sable, mink cuff. If you are opposed to wearing fur it would be a simple task to un-tack them from the sleeves and wear it without the cuffs. The sleeves are properly finished underneath the cuffs and removing them would be done regularly anyway whenever it was cleaned over the years. The fabric is amazing - gold threads mix with chocolates and a deep red coral create a stunning design. It has a subtle 3D effect and the raised parts of the add another dimension to the design. It's an amazing piece. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a light taupe silk  and closes at the back with a painted metal zipper. The original slip buckle belt is present.The individual measurements for each are listed below. Note that the belt for the smaller dress has stiffened inside. It is other wise perfectly fine. Both dresses appear to have never been worn, or worn very little

Available Dress #2
Bust: 18-19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 24" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 13" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 40" from waist to hem, with at least 3" available inside the hem if you need longer

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD3065

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

I have a small collection of historically important, key designer labelled vintage furs, fur trimmed & feather pieces stored away in my archives that I will be slowly posting on the site over the next couple of years until I have none left. I will no longer be buying furs for the shop moving forward and have not purchased anything for several years now. I feel like times have changed and while there still is a place for vintage furs for some, including collectors and historians, many modern girls are choosing other options. Many of the pieces in my collection are representative of the designer during a set time period in history that was different then our modern outlook. I have decided that the best course to handle this controversial issue is to let the pieces I have go rather then sit in a cold storage unit. All fur coats, fur trimmed & feather pieces are final sale

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 Oscar de La Renta boutique label appeared from 1967 and this dress is most likely from the 1968 collection based on the evening coat reference that I found within The Met's permanent collection. The print is similar in feel and fabrication and it makes sense based on the label that dress has inside.

The dress has a that wonderful hostess gown/ caftan feel that was so prevalent during this time period. I have had one other in the shop a long long time ago and I was very pleased to find another as it is a beautiful piece and very representative of his work during this time period. The fabric is quite exceptional with a wonderful woven effect that forms the pattern that you see. The colors are a mix of a coral toned taupe, an ivory and a gold, and all three have a metallic glint to them. The fabric itself is just heavy enough to hold that sweeping shape as it nears the hem but still feel very light and wearable when on. Each cuff is ringed with a light colored mink cuff. If you are opposed to wearing fur it would be a simple task to un-tack them from the sleeves and wear it without the cuffs. The sleeves are properly finished underneath the cuffs and removing them would be done regularly anyway whenever it was cleaned over the years. The front buttons are decorative only but the quality of the piece really shines here as each loop does work with the button underneath - just the fabric behind it is seamed and closed. Pockets hidden along each hip are the perfect finish. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a hand set nude silk and closes with a back painted metal zipper. Each cuff is ringed with mink that could easily be removed if you wish to wear it without. The sleeves are properly finished underneath. The cut is generous and will be more of a caftan feel on a smaller frame so will fit a range. Larger sizes should double check the shoulders. There is a good 4" hem turned up if you wanted more length

Sleeves: 23.5"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: to 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 50" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-XL

Item# DD3064

Reference Photo: 1968 Oscar de la Renta Evening Coat from The Met Collection.

I have a small collection of historically important, key designer labelled vintage furs, fur trimmed & feather pieces stored away in my archives that I will be slowly posting on the site over the next couple of years until I have none left. I will no longer be buying furs for the shop moving forward and have not purchased anything for several years now. I feel like times have changed and while there still is a place for vintage furs for some, including collectors and historians, many modern girls are choosing other options. Many of the pieces in my collection are representative of the designer during a set time period in history that was different then our modern outlook. I have decided that the best course to handle this controversial issue is to let the pieces I have go rather then sit in a cold storage unit. All fur coats, fur trimmed & feather pieces are final sale

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 seventies coat is unusual in that it has its own little carrying case hidden away inside a pocket in the form of a zipped pouch. It's label indicates that this was a patented design and it would have been made for the girl on the go and traveling.  The leopard print has been applied to a soft jersey and the inner lining is a lightweight fabric that is probably slightly water repellent. The leopard print acts like a neutral in that you can pair it with pretty much anything and any color. It closes with a double row of buttons down the front and ties around the waist for added shape. I love the notched collar and its trench coat styling. It flares out as it reaches the hem and has front, angled flap pockets. The zip pouch double as the inside of one of those pockets. You just pull it out and voila - the travel pouch is revealed, It is quite clever. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a light taupe nylon. It closes with buttons at the front as see. Attached zip pouch inside one pocket

Sleeve: approx 24"
Shoulder: approx 15-16"
Bust: 20" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 22" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 40" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# C476

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The Spring 2005 Prada show is one of the label's most iconic and recognizable. In her review of the show, Vogue's Sarah Mower stated: "Just when the whole fashion world has turned ladylike—thanks, of course, to Miuccia Prada—she's tossed it all in the air, looking for a certain freedom. "A vague idea of birds; birds of vanity, like peacocks, parrots, and swans," was a starting point in her restless search for change, she explained. "I also wanted to move toward something more young and sporty, tall and narrow.... In broad terms, the news from Prada included a different silhouette (short hemlines, worn mostly with flat sandals), a return to one of her favorite palettes (brown-ochre-rust), and as always, lots of artful eccentricity (peacock feathers, flowerpot hats, Bakelite digital watches). There was also a Jamaican dance hall vibe, with reggae on the sound system, Rasta stripes in the knitwear, and Caribbean crochet in the raffia hats and cardigan coats. The birds really took flight for night, in the form of skirts overlaid with peacock feathers, dresses covered with digitalized feather prints, and pretty chiffon gowns whose fan-like pleats hinted subtly at dove's wings."

This is Look 48 from the runway show and one of my personal favorite pieces of the show. It is in that exact color that the show's review mentions in the paragraph above - a brown-ochre-rust color - and the silk shantung fabric chosen for this piece also gives it  a slight metallic sheen which adds to the allure of the piece. The dress is cut micro mini short with a simple A-line cut skirt that flares out as it reached the hem and a single shoulder at the top. Black silk ribbon insets add detailing around the waist and down the skirt to frame the embellished front. The skirt is heavily embellished with large paillettes, beads and crystals mixed with copper colored sequins. This is classic Prada and feels even more fresh then when it was originally presented on the runway. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a brown silk and closes with a hidden set side zipper. Hand set boning through the sides. Tagged a Prada 40

Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 13.5" from top of shoulder to waist
Skirt: 21" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2818

Reference Photo: Prada Spring 2005 Runway Show, Look 48. (Model: Querelle Jansen)

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The Spring 2005 Prada show is one of the label's most iconic and recognizable. In her review of the show, Vogue's Sarah Mower stated: "Just when the whole fashion world has turned ladylike—thanks, of course, to Miuccia Prada—she's tossed it all in the air, looking for a certain freedom. "A vague idea of birds; birds of vanity, like peacocks, parrots, and swans," was a starting point in her restless search for change, she explained. "I also wanted to move toward something more young and sporty, tall and narrow.... In broad terms, the news from Prada included a different silhouette (short hemlines, worn mostly with flat sandals), a return to one of her favorite palettes (brown-ochre-rust), and as always, lots of artful eccentricity (peacock feathers, flowerpot hats, Bakelite digital watches). There was also a Jamaican dance hall vibe, with reggae on the sound system, Rasta stripes in the knitwear, and Caribbean crochet in the raffia hats and cardigan coats. The birds really took flight for night, in the form of skirts overlaid with peacock feathers, dresses covered with digitalized feather prints, and pretty chiffon gowns whose fan-like pleats hinted subtly at dove's wings."

This is Look 22 from the show and is absolutely infused with that Prada vibe. Here we see her masterful hand at mixing textures with color. The top of the dress is a combination of eggplant and purple, anchored by an almost startling strip of red at the waist. A bright purple grosgrain ribbon details the sides of the bodice. The skirt is a combination of a deep brown and a moss green pleated & textured silk chiffon. The cut is micro mini short and the skirt has lots of movement and it is just gorgeous. The silk chiffon it is made from is feather light and it is given shape and structure by the addition of two rows of horizontal stitching placed over the hips. The top is a light weigh wool and I love the contrast of fabrics. The one shoulder silhouette balances the length of the skirt nicely and the unusual color combination is fabulous.  Excellent condition

Fully lined in a deep brown silk and closes with a hidden set side zipper. Hand finishes. Tagged a Prada 40

Bust: 17.5" 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
Bodice: 17" from top of shoulder to waist
Skirt: 16.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2820

Reference Photo: Prada Spring 2005 Runway Show, Look 22. (Model: Kim Noorda)

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I am such a fan of Joy Stevens work - she made amazing jersey dresses out of her design studio in California during the 1970s and they are really some of the nest jerseys of the time period. She concentrated on easy to wear day pieces and  designs that ruled the night clubs of the seventies. Her work typically has a sexy but easy to wear feel to it. They were the type of thing you just threw on, looked fabulous in, and could dance until 3am without worrying about how they would hold up. Her best pieces were made from a fluid jersey (like this piece) and this allowed them to both move and wear well. This amazing little halter dress is done in a deep brown jersey with an olive undertone to it. It ties around the neck and the back is left bare. At the front, an embroidered net applique has been placed over the bust. The design gives the suggestion of feathers. The Under this the dress is softly pleated and tucked in and behind that embroidered panel making the skirt look like it just cascades out from underneath it. Excellent condition.

The dress is unlined and made of a synthetic jersey knit and the fabric does have stretch. It closes with a back painted metal zipper and ties around the neck.

Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: approx 60 " from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1416

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John Anthony opened his label in 1971 and during the 1970s he produced some really outstanding pieces at a couture level, that were sleek, sexy and sophisticated. His business was all done on a made to order basis. That means the majority of pieces found are a one-off, or if there are similar pieces, very few of each piece exist. This personal attention to each dress is clearly seen in the workmanship of his pieces and his work is a personal favorite. This dress is wonderful and is constructed from a fine brown colored lace that is placed over an double layer of nude silk chiffon. This layering effect gives it just enough coverage to keep it from being see-through but keeps it very light and easy to wear. It also give the allusion that the wearer has one less then she actually does. The combination of lace and silk give it a slight lingerie inspiration feel that i love. It is constructed to demi-couture standards and is hand finished with exquisite touches. The lace is detailed with clusters of round copper colored beads that are sewn into place by hand and scatted over the entire gown. The interior bust is supported by a built in bodice that is cleverly concealed by another layer of silk so seems to not exist when on the body. It hugs and molds to the body and the strapless silhouette is very flattering. The legs are given extra attention with a high cut side slit. All of the edges have the lace peaking over the inner seam work so you can see the scalloped edges. Excellent condition.

Fully lined with two layers of a fine nude colored silk chiffon and an additional layer of tissue silk through the bodice. It closes with a hand set back painted metal zipper and the exterior lace closes over that and secures with hook & eye. Boning through the bodice. Hand sewn finishes and the bead work is hand placed and hand sewn.  Note that is does fully close at the back on the proper sized girl

Bust: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 50" from top of bodice to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS

Item# DD1578

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The is the second time I have has this set in the shop and I think I like it even more this time around. The French have a saying 'jolie laide' which translates roughly to 'beautiful ugly' and refers to something that is unconventionally beautiful. It is usually a saying used when speaking of a women with strong, unconventional features that make her beautiful in a way that does not conform to traditional standards, but I feel it works well for this ensemble. This dress and jacket should not work. They are a clash of patterns and fabrics. The skirt of the dress and the outside fabric of the jacket is finished in a metallic lurex with  a floral print splashed over its surface. The bodice and sleeves of the dress are densely covered in sequins. Matching sequins line the inside of the jacket. Even the sequins themselves are odd, each has an unusual 'tiger stripe' finish on its surface. Everything clashes yet everything oddly works. It is so bad that it is oddly good. Wear the jacket over the dress or wear as a separate. Excellent condition

The dress is interlined in a black silky rayon and closes with a back zipper. Attached ties at the waist. Pockets along the seam at each hip. The jacket is lined in the same black fabric through the sleeves and otherwise is densely sequinned through the interior body. The jacket has no closures and has pockets top set on each side.

Jacket
Sleeves: 21"
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 22.5" from neck to hem

Dress
Sleeves: 20.5"
Inset shoulders: 13"
Bust: 16.5" 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: 15" from neck to waist
Skirt: 36.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2980

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Many people do not know that Emanuel Ungaro took a position with Balenciaga in 1958 and in 1960 he became the chief designer of the house, staying there until 1964 before he briefly went on to Courreges before opening his own couture atelier in 1965. The house has fallen from its former glory of the sixties through to the eighties, but in its heyday, the label was a force in the world of Haute Couture. By the 1970s his brilliant use of print and color combined with soft fluid tailoring made him a darling of the jet set. This gorgeous little day dress is a beautiful example of the more conservative end of his range in cut, but it still has that pop of a print that he was known for. It is made of a fine printed silk with a mod feeling print that covers its entire surface. It can be worn for the day or for cocktails with proper accessorizing. I love the refined cut and those full, balloon cut sleeves. The fabric is very light in weight and backed in a fine silk that gives the dress a very sensual feel once on. No shortcut was taken in the construction and it is of course, entirely made by hand. The neckline is high and yoked with the shoulders and bodice softly gathered. A fabric tie runs around the waist so that you can wear it loose  and easy in more of a shift shape, or you can tie them in to cinch it for added shape. The skirt has two little slant pockets that sit on each hip. However much you think this looks fabulous in the photographs it is far better in person and on a body. Excellent condition with one small condition note below about the lining.

Fully lined in a hand set silk of very high quality. It closes with a hand set, painted metal zipper and hook and eye at the back. Each cuff has a fine hand set zipper and hook & eye. The belt is partially attached and snaps into place where it is not. Note that the exterior has no flaws whatsoever, but there is a small amount of shattering under each arm to the lining only. It is stable enough to wear as presented. Finished to Haute Couture standards and entirely made by hand. Haute Couture tape label present under label #H205-5-74

Sleeves: 25" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14.5" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 28" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item#DD2522

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