This gorgeous Emilio Pucci dress is made from one of his signature velvet fabrics. These velvet pieces hold color especially well and they have a rich decadent feel to them that is hard to beat with their modern counterparts. The print would have been created by Emilio and then transferred to the velvet. This one uses a rich color palette of fuchsia, pinks, burgundy and browns. The colors all pop against each other beautifully. The dress is kept simple in its cut so that the colors can shine. The bodice skims over the bust with a V neck that scoops down to meet the angled band of contrasting print set at the waist. This tops a simple skirt that curves over the hips and widens out a touch as it nears the hem. Down each sleeve is a panel of one of his signature borders that create contrasting to the print. This same border treatment circles the hem, cuffs and is used to define the waist. This is classic Pucci that is instantly recognizable. Presents as excellent condition with some notes below to review

Fully lined in a white silk and closes with a hidden set, back painted metal zipper that is hidden under a flap of fabric and goes to the waist band only. Has a second hidden set zipper at the side. There is some color run under one arm that is only on the exterior. There is also a slight yellowing on one dot and some fading to the velvet at the back of one sleeve. Once on these are very minor due to the extensive print. Please review the photos provided after the label shot

Sleeves: 20"
Shoulders: 17" (set dropped)
Bust: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from neck to actual
Skirt: 23" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2045

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 a version of this dress before that was a bit more elaborate then this one but I actually this simplified one with its sleek lines that allow the print it really stand out. This is a fabulous 1970s Mollie Parnis dress and I think that it is very hard not to love such a strong statement piece. That bold print gives it such drama and yet, it still has a soft and sexy element to it. The chiffon that it is constructed from has been custom screened with a fantastic bold plaid design. The pattern is a combination of deep corals and reds with pops of different colored stripes running through including a bright green and a royal blue. The  bodice has a plunge front and this same deep V is done at the back as well. Under this the waist is defined by a wide band of gathered fabric. From there the skirt flows to the ground from pleats that circle all the way around the waist. The then softly open so that the skirt has a touch of volume. This also gives the skirt lots of movement when you move. The contrast between the colors and the refined cut is fabulous. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a deep raspberry silk crepe and closes at the back with a painted metal zipper.

Bust: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 11.5" from top of bodice to top of waist band
Waist band: 4"
Skirt: 41" from bottom of waist band to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD3360

Reference Photo: Cherie, Owner of Shrimpton Couture.

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 would have been designed by Belgian-born Jules-Francois Crahay, who headed the Lanvin ateliers from 1964-1984. He has been "noted as one of fashion’s great colorists with his colorful patterns making his 1970s Lanvin designs hugel​y ​desirable and influential." His realm is one of my favorites for the house and the period through the late sixties and into the 70s in particular. He was a genius at print and color and he pushed the envelope in terms of using the "new" fabrics available during this time period.

This vintage Lanvin dress has a gorgeous bright color and print combination on a black base. The wool jersey fabric it is made of is light in weight and held color exceptionally well. The colors are still crisp, bright and true. I love when I find great examples of this label from this time period in the label's history as it is a particular favorite for me. The dress is sleeveless with a V scooped neckline on both the front and back. The back dips lower then the front does. It buttons down the back and I think its amazing that each button is perfectly done so that it has one of the spots exactly laid out over it, so that the pattern at the back is not interrupted. The waist nips in and the skirt falls to just above the ankle depending on how tall you are, and it slightly widens as it nears the hem. I love how those stripes contrast against the dot print and are used to define the cut of the dress. It also has a matching scarf that is hand finished with a yarn trim. Overall great condition with notes below to review

Fully lined and closes with hand covered buttons down the back to the waist and a low back painted metal zipper below that. Has its original scarf. Note that there are some minor nicks out of the fabric around the lower portion of the skirt. I have photoed the two worst areas - please review the two shots after the label photo. There are a scattering of teeny ones here and there around the lower skirt. All are stable and it stood up to cleaning just fine. This was taken into consideration when pricing.

Bust: 15.5-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 13.5" from top of shoulder to top seam at the waist and the band at the waist is 2.25" wide
Skirt: 36.25" from bottom waist band to hem
Scarf: 44 x 14.5

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3358

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

This is a gorgeous and early Bill Blass coat that has a very unusual design. Either side of the side panels are only sewn together once they reach the lower bust. This creates a wonderful movement to the panels when you move and also allows what you are wearing under it to peek though. It is made out of a gold metallic silk brocade that combines deep coppers and a startling coral. The collar is a neat and high and the shoulders are structured but un-padded. The sleeves are cropped and it closes with hidden set snaps on the bodice so that the line is not broken. Under that the panels of the coat fall on move fabulously around you as you walk. This Bill Blass coat is not 100% perfect but is a very wow piece whose flaws play no true reflection on how it looks once on. Presents as excellent but please rad the full condition notes below.

Fully lined in a coral silk and closes at the front with silk covered, hand set hidden snaps. There is fraying to the edge of the collar, marks on the lining inside the coat and repairs that have been done at some point to the side seams on both sides. Some grubbiness and  thinning to the fabric under the interior arms. The coat must have been stored folded for a long time as there are light creased marks here and there in the metallic fabric. I have been working on them after it came back from the cleaners and they will come out eventually after being hung for a time. Please review all photos after the label shot. The lining is more of a coral in person.

Sleeves: 21.5"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 44" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# C529

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

This is one of the prettiest silky rayon swing dresses from the 1940s that I have seen. It has a gorgeous little print that depicts white doves pulling little toy carts by a pretty pink ribbon. Scattered around those are scattered stars in pink and white. This is all on a black backdrop so that the print really pops off the dress. The design is stunning. It appears to have been stored properly for all these years as the color is as crisp and vibrant as the day it was made. The cut is simple and sweet with all those classic forties details that we all know and love. The neckline is especially beautiful as it has a panel of fine black silk net set behind the curved design there for the prettiest of touches. The bodice has that perfect slightly loose and easy cut and then this nips into the waist. The skirt below that wraps over with a curving panel going up the one side at the front. Where it meets at the waist there is a little panel of fabric that extends into a tie. Another tie is attached at the waist on the other side and you use these to cinch in the wiast as much as you wish. The skirt is cut swing style and gently curves away from the more fitted hip area. Really a gorgeous little dress. Excellent condition with one small item to note below

Unlined and closes with a side metal zipper and has a second short zipper at the back neck. Hand finishes. Small pads in each shoulder. There are a couple of breaks in the netting. Please review the final photo provided

Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 27" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# D611

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

This is one of those absolutely beautiful silk dresses that you can only find from the 1940s. It is in fantastic shape which means that it was stored properly for all these years. The colors in the printed silky rayon portion of the design are crisp and vibrant. The bodice and back skirt of the dress is made from a back silk crepe, while the front skirt is a beautiful flower pattern. It has a classic forties cut with a more loose fitting bodice The cut is fitted with neatly capped sleeves. At the back it buttons to close with a a series of crepe covered buttons. This slims over the body and into the waist where it transitions to the print with a curved line. The skirt falls to below the knee and has a slight flare to its cut. The skirt is very interesting in its construction. At the front, it is a solid panel that is cut slightly shorter then the solid black part of the skirt at the back. On each hip the printed silk it wraps and gathers to the back where it turns into a large bow and ties. This gives it a bit of an apron feel at first glance is a very pretty and unusual detailing technique. Excellent condition with one very minor note below

Unlined and closes with a side painted metal zipper and the series of buttons that runs down the back. There is slight creasing to the fabric at the waist.

Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15 " from neck to top of curved waist
Skirt: 28" from top of curved waist to the front hem, 32" to longest point at the back

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# D610

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 black dress from the Christian Dior label that showcases the restraint and elegance that the best of the brand's work has always displayed. The main dress under the cape is cut in one long and lean line. This simple sheath silhouette make it feel even longer then it already is. Everything about the cut is done to lengthen the girl wearing it and give her one long and beautiful line. The inner dress has no true sleeves, instead there is a pleated overlay that is attached around the neckline and falls over the dress. There are slits open along the sides that you can slip your arm through. I am going to post some shots of this dress on my Instagram feed that will show the dress worn as shown on the dress form, belted and with my arms fully inside the overlay. Each way gives the dress a very distinctive look and feel. The panels are pleated and made of a light fine silk. This gives it a lot of movement as you move underneath. I love that the hem of the overlay is set along an angle that curves up at the center front down at the sides and back. The body of the dress follows the body underneath in a way that the fabric just skims over you from shoulder to hem. The skirt falls from there to the floor in a column with a back slit to give you ease of walking and flash a little leg. It is simple and refined and has not a single unnecessary seam. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a black silk and closes with a zipper at the back. Appears to have never been worn, or worn very little. Hand finishes. If you prefer to wear the top as a true cape over the arms, you could add hidden hooks or snaps to close the arm slits to make it more versatile. Tagged a US12, FR44

Bust: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 61" from shoulder to hem with a 23" slit up the center back from hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD3298

Reference Photos: Cherie, Owner of Shrimpton Couture.

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 Pucci dress that is made from one of his signature silk jerseys. This one has a base that is done in a vivid coral with a bright pattern worked onto it in a mix of purple and green. The colors absolutely pop off that coral backdrop. The bodice skims over the bust and continues in a loose fitting sheath right down to the hem. One of his signature contrasting printed borders runs down the front for detailing. A horizontal band of that same border accents the upper chest and another one also runs down the center of each sleeve. The cut is a simple and classic sheath with a slight A-line cut as the skirt nears its hem. The sleeves are left simple and slim cut to the elbow. This one has the added bonus of still having its original silk and beaded crystal tassel belt. These belts were hand made by Coppola e Toppo and are very well documented. I have seen these sold on their own for several hundred dollars and even girls who have used them as necklaces. Still having it with the dress means that you are getting a little extra fabulous. This is a classic Pucci silhouette that is instantly recognizable and very sexy despite it not being super form fitting. This colorway is fantastic and his fabric choice and the high quality of the silk jersey that he used means that the colors are remarkably bright and true even after all these years. Excellent condition.

Unlined and slips on to wear with silk covered buttons at the front. Hand finished. The fabric does have some stretch.

Sleeves: 18"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 18-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 37" from neck to hem
Belt: 60" from end to end

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD3266

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 Emilio Pucci dress is particularly special as it still retains its original fully beaded crystal belt. These belts were hand made by Coppola e Toppo and are very well documented. I have seen these sold on their own for several hundred dollars and even girl using them as necklaces so you are really getting a little extra for your dollar with it still being present and with the dress. The majority of them are only beaded at their ends with tassels and the belt part done in a matching fabric to the dress but this belt is entirely crystals which was very exciting to find. The color palette of this gorgeous Pucci dress is also quite fabulous and the dress is made from his signature silk jersey. The fabric choice is light in weight and easy to wear and it also held color beautifully. Which means that the design is still as vibrant as when it was first made. I love the mix of that bright pinks base with its pops of green and yellow that covers the dress. It buttons down the front to the waist and the skirt falls in a simple A-line under that. The button front allows you to open it as low as you wish or do it up right to the  the little pointed collar. His signature contrasting border highlights the front, collar and cuffs. This one does have seaming through the waist for shape and then the belt can be used to give it more shape. The entire dress weighs ounces and is wonderfully bright and happy in feel as all the really great Pucci's are. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a side painted metal zipper. It also buttons down the front as shown. Finished by hand throughout. The fabric has a little bit of stretch but the waist seam has none. Tagged a vintage Pucci 10 but please make sure to check the measurements below.

Sleeves: 24.5"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 17-18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.25" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16.5" from neck to slightly dropped waist
Skirt: 25" from slightly dropped waist to hem
Belt: 61" from end to end

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD3264

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 think one of my favorite vintage pieces is the full length maxi skirts by Pucci. His velvet are amazing and the print and colors that they were done in can't be beat. 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 so are infinitely versatile. This one is done in a brilliant and bright green velvet that has a spectacular grape vine print running over its surface. The skirt also has borders worked into the print that separate out the top from the bottom and give it visual interest. I love the deep purple and blues used to make up that design. They pop off the green beautifully. The cut is classic Pucci and shaped into a simple A-line silhouette that falls to the floor in a graceful sweep of fabric. The velvet gives it enough weight to hold the shape so it falls perfectly once on. These can really be worn year round as the velvet is a cotton version so breathes well. It is just fantastic and I love it. Excellent condition

Lined in a bright green silk and closes with a side painted metal zipper and fabric covered snap at the waist. Hand finished and the velvet is signed throughout. Tagged a vintage Pucci 12, but vintage Pucci is cut small compared to modern pieces

Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 43" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S883

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 knee length cotton velvet skirt by Emilio Pucci that has been done in a beautiful mix of happy and bright colors. Shade of a pink, purples and lavender are mixed with pops of cherry, blacks and ivories. All the colors are set in a swirling, curving design that covers the entire surface. The edge of the hem is printed with a contrasting design, a signature Pucci flourish and one that makes it instantly recognizable as being his work. That wonderful mix of colors make you happy to just look at it. It is an instant pop of color and an easy way top add a little vintage to your wardrobe. Excellent overall condition with a small note to review below

The skirt is fully lined in an ivory silk and closes with a side painted metal zipper and a flat hook and eye at the waist. The inner lining shows some minor discoloration and there are some areas where the fabric has worn through but nothing that effects the exterior. Perhaps a touch of grubbiness to the lighter parts of the velvet on the exterior. All minor.

Waist: 14" flat across from seam to seam
Hips: 19.5" flat across the back form side seam to side seam
Length: 23.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S880

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

This is a gorgeous cotton velvet skirt by Emilio Pucci that has been done in a beautiful mix of pinks and taupe. The main parts of the skirt are covered in a classic Pucci pattern that combines two shades of pink, taupe, a deep purple, and a soft off white. The edge of the hem and the waist are defined with one of his signature borders. On this skirt there is also border that has been worked into the print and runs down the length of one side . These borders always make his pieces instantly recognizable. I love how feminine the design is and the mix of colors make it easy to work into your wardrobe. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a pink silk and closes with a side painted metal zipper that sits under a panel of velvet so is hidden. A hidden fabric covered snap sits 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

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

Pucci's velvet pieces always have an extra layer of richness and texture to them because of the fabric choice, plus, nothing holds those vibrant colors that he preferred better then a cotton velvet can. This top uses a great mix of brights colors anchored with a solid black panel. It has slightly scooped neckline that is cut wide across to show a touch of the top of your shoulders. From there is is cut loose and easy through the body and is slightly cropped to land just above the upper hip area. I love the unusual mix of the prints and the cross design worked into the pattern. He uses one of his signature contrasting borders to anchor the lower hem. The perfect finish on this one is how it buttons up back with a row of little velvet covered buttons. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a white silk and closes with the velvet covered buttons at the back as shown. There are some light foxing marks in the print at the front that are very minor and are shows in the photo after the label shot

Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 17" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# S760

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 colors on this piece are amazing. It is a dreamy combination of his signature purple mixed with pink,  lavender and white. The colors together are quite beautiful and these brighter pink and purple pieces are some of the most coveted of the Pucci color combinations. His famous contrasting edging is used to highlight the cut and emphasize the design. The nylon jersey that was used for these pieces is fluid and soft and the resulting dress weighs mere ounces. The top is sleeveless an with a deep V front and higher set V at the back. Through the body it is cut loose and easy so is extremely comfortable when on and will fit a range of sizes too. Even though his work for the Formfit Rogers line was meant to be lingerie, a modern girl will find that it is completely wearable as a dress with some clever underpinnings. These can can also be used as chic beach cover ups while on vacation. Collectors know that in the EPFR world, pretty pieces like this and in this condition are real rarity. Being able to wear it as a true dress is just bonus. Excellent condition

Unlined nylon jersey fabric and slips on to wear with no closures. Tagged a vintage EPFR small but the cut is very generous so should fit a range of sizes. .

Bust: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Natural Waist: to 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 53" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# DD3250

Reference Photo: Cherie, Owner of Shrimpton Couture.

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

One of my long term clients sent me this dress and I thought it was quite wonderful. It was custom made for her many years ago from found antique kimono fabric that had never been used. My client was told only that the fabric was over 100 years old when she originally foundit. It is quite beautiful and has been re-purposed into this amazing dress.

The dress has a V neck and long sleeves that each end in a pouf made out of a black silk satin that gives them an interesting finish. This same silk satin is used on a curving line along the inset seams to highlight how the sleeves are set into the bodice. This curve is set so that it goes up and around to meet at the back of the neck. The waist has been left loose and easy so that the dress is very comfortable to wear. It does come with a matching black silk satin sash that hooks to close with flat hook and eye that was not photoed with the dress. It will be shipped with the dress though and it does create a more cinched in feel if you wish. From the waist seam, the skirt falls to the ground, widening out from the hip and set into the waist with soft gathers. The fabric is a black with a soft red pattern worked through it that has pops of white. The workmanship and construction are immaculate and this combination of old and new make it a unique and very visually interesting dress. Excellent condition

Unlined  and closes with a back zipper. Each cuff snaps to close with a hidden, fabric covered snap. Note that this comes with a matching black silk satin sash that hooks to close with flat hook and eye that was not photoed. It will be shipped with the dress and does create a more cinched in feel if you wish

Sleeves: approx 25"
Shoulders: no defined shoulders
Bust: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 40" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# E665

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 pretty little Pucci tunic is done in one of his classic pink prints. It is so simple in its cut but that gorgeous Pucci print gives it a ton of impact. The colors are as crisp and true as the day it was made. The shapes and design are quintessentially  Pucci and instantly recognizable. The pastels he has used on this one are edged and highlighted by pops of black. It has a pretty V neck at the front and through the body it is cut straight with each side ending in a notch. This is what gives it its true tunic feel. The neck, hem and cuffs are all detailed with one of his contrasting borders and that same print also runs down each sleeve. The fabric is a fine silk twill that has that same weight and feel as an Hermes scarf. This is an easy to wear top that is a perfect little piece of fashion history. Excellent condition.

The top is unlined and slips over the head. Hand finished. Tagged vintage Pucci 8. The fabric is also signed throughout. The classic tunic cut will allow it to work on a range of sizes. Note the colors in person are even prettier

Sleeves: 10.5"
Slightly dropped shoulders: 16"
Bust: 18.5" flat across the back from seam to seam
Waist: 17.5" flat across the back from seam to seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across the back from seam to seam
Length: 27" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# S579

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

This is one of those absolutely beautiful printed silk dresses that you can only find from the 1940s. It was definitely stored properly for all these years because the colors in the print are as crisp and vibrant as the day it was made. The base of the dress is a deep chocolate brown and then onto this are beautiful sprigs of flowers that have the feel of being hand painted onto the fabric, even though they are of course screened on. The cut is fitted with a high neck that has a neat little pointed collar. The sleeves are capped and the waist is seamed for fit. The skirt is very interesting in its construction. At the front, it wraps over itself and has a curved panel that shows a bit of leg when you move. At the back it is gathered into the waist seam for a little fullness and falls longer then it does at the front. On each side a panel of fabric wraps partially around the hip and then is caught in a loop of fabric on the front of each hip and falls to the hem. This is a very pretty detailing and one I have not seen before. Excellent condition with one minor note below

Unlined and closes with a back painted metal zipper. There is just the slightest touch of color change to the tops of the shoulders - it will not even photo but is mentioned for accuracy. I don't think it impacts at all when on.

Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14.5 " from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 24" from waist to shortest point of the front hem, 29" to longest point at the back

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# D606

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

This is one of my favorites of all the Pucci prints. It is one you do not see as often but I love the intricacy of it. It is extra pretty when applied to the silk jersey that the dress is made of as the fabric take the color so very well and the drape of the fabric softens the feel of the dress even more. The cut of this dress is very feminine. The collar is gently scooped and cut wide across the neck and across the shoulders so you get a touch more skin showing then with a more typical collar. It skims over the bust and is taken in just under that with a wide band of fabric. From there the skirt falls to the floor, gently widening out as it nears the hem. Each sleeve is cut to be full and to balloon out over its cuff. The curves and swirls of the main print are contrasted by the secondary print that borders the collar, and cuffs. It is also used to define the empire waist and to finish the hem. At the back that same contrasting print is set in a wide panel that runs up the length of the dress. It is simple in cut and fabrication, but striking because if the print and with a dash of sensuality because of the bareness of the wide collar. I love it. Excellent condition

Unlined through the skirt and lined with a white stretch jersey through the bodice. The dress closes at the back with a hidden set, painted metal zipper. The ties at the neck can be worn as you wish. Each cuff closes with hidden set fabric covered snaps. Tagged a vintage Pucci 10. The fabric does have stretch but the empire waist measurement below is defined and the measurement below to the max it will give to. Hand finished

Sleeves: 25"
Shoulders: approx 16" but sits slightly off shoulder. The actual opening is 14" across
Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Under bust seam: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 11.5" from top of shoulder to top seam at waist, 15" to bottom seam
Skirt: 39" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3113

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

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Jean Muir is renowned for her wonderfully cut clothing and her use of fluid flowing jerseys. This gorgeous little dress is an outstanding example of both of those things with the added bonus of having some of the most amazing buttons I have ever seen on a dress. It is so chic in person. Her dresses really do need a real body under them to show the cut and drape off to full advantage and the dress form never does one full justice. The base fabric is made from her signature jersey and it had a wonderful drape and movement to it. The fabric has been hand screened and painted with colorful dashes done in two tones of blue plus a white. It has an almost forties feel to it with its top stitching and gathered seaming details. The neckline plunges and buttons with amazing, elongated diamond, or marquis shaped, buttons that run down the front. These unique buttons also sit on each cuff. It also has its original slip buckle belt that cinches in the waist. An interesting fact about her pieces - each of her dresses were made one at a time and by one single person start to finish. This singular attention shows in the quality of her garments. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with buttons down the front. Each sleeve buttons to close at the cuff. Tagged a size UK10. The fabric does have some stretch so will fit a variety of sizes

Sleeves: 23" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 41" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD3082

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Jean Muir is renowned for her wonderfully cut clothing and her clothes often played on the cuts and styles of the 1940s. When researching her work I found a photo from 1972 that ran in British Vogue of the same dress in leather. This one was not made with a belt but you could easily add one to get the same feel as the Vogue shot. It's a stunning dress and gives you a better idea of how great this is on the body. Each of her dresses were made one at a time and by one single person start to finish. This singular attention to detail shows in the high quality of her pieces. 

This gorgeous little dress is an outstanding example of Muir's work during this time period. Black is always the hardest to show in a photo and I can tell you that this dress is even better in person. Her dresses really do best with an actual body under them to really show the cut and drape off to full advantage. The dress is made from a fine black wool crepe that has a slight texture running through it. This fabric choice gives it just enough structure to hold the shape she wished it to have. It has that nod to the forties with its pin tucking and top stitching over the upper bodice and those beautiful full sleeves. It buttons down the front to just past the waist with a tightly spaced row of buttons. Finely done rows of pin-tucking adds detailing on either side of the buttons. Banding runs across the shoulders, front and back, and also details the waist. The skirt flares out wonderfully below that. Each sleeve is cut to be very full and ends in a loose fitting elastic that is left quite wide so you really retain the fullness of the sleeve once it is on. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a black silk crepe and closes with buttons down the front. Each sleeve has elastic through the cuff.

Sleeves: 22.5" approx.
Shoulders: slightly inset at 13"
Bust:to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from neck to bottom waist seam
Skirt: 25.5" from bottom waist seam to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD3083

Reference Photo: Model wearing Jean Muir, UK Vogue, 1972.

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This absolutely fantastic silk swing dress from the 1940s has a vivid and stunning, hand painted floral print that covers it head to toe. The floral design that covers the dress feels pretty and feminine and the colors still feel as crisp and vibrant as the day it was made. The base is a deep blue silky rayon and the flowers just pop off of that. I love the little swoops of color that are interspersed among the flowers. The cut of the dress is simple and flattering. The neckline is especially beautiful with a panel of transparent, fine black silk net that has curving black silk cord detailing hand placed onto it. The waist is cut loose and easy and this flows into a swing style skirt that is cut with a more fitted hip and then swings out from there. Wide silk satin bands circle the skirt horizontally to give the illusion that the skirt is made up of three separate tiers. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a side metal zipper and has a second short zipper at the back neck. Hand finishes. Note that the cut through the upper body and waist is loose and easy but the hips do narrow

Slightly inset shoulder seam: 14"
Bust: to 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 30" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# D557

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I love this amazing silk floral Prada set from the 2008 Resort collection. This was one of the most famous of all Miuccia's collections and the pieces sold out world-wide shortly after being released. Being resort the pieces were produced in extremely limited quantities making everything from this collection even more special. This print was featured heavily in the ad campaign for that season and was seen on countless other celebrities. Pieces appeared in many publications and editorials. It will forever be instantly recognized as one of the key prints from the house. It is also an amazing testament to the couture level construction techniques that the house of Prada employs. The set is twp pieces, a top or light jacket and a pair of straight legged pants. Each of the pieces also has a matching belt making the set four pieces in all. The jacket is cut to skim over the body and buttons fully down the front so that you can wear it as a top on its own or layer it over other pieces. Its matching belt cinches in the waist for added shape. The pants are cut like a trouser with a banded waist through which the second belt goes. They have a flat, zipped front and each leg is cut straight and wide. The finishing is immaculate and the silk used gives it that perfect balance between softness and structure. This set was provided exactly as it appeared in the collection that season. Excellent condition.

The top is fully lined in black silk and closes down the front with buttons. Each cuff also buttons to close. The pants zip to close at the front and have two flat hook and eye to close at the waist. Top set pockets on each hip. Beautifully finished and appears to have never been worn or worn very little. Both pieces are a Prada 42. Please know your size in Prada and/or check the measurements provided

Top
Sleeves: 25 3/4"
Shoulders: 14.5"
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: 28" from top of neck to hem

Pants:
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 42" from waist to hem
Inseam: 28 1/4" from inner seam to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD3034

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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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