In the 1960s if you wanted to wear something with a dramatic flare then you chose the work of Ronald Amey. He was known for his original use of fabrics and colors and his dresses were priced into the thousands even in the 1960s. His career was very short-lived. From 1959-1969 he designed under the label Burke-Amey. Joseph Burke, his partner, took care of the business side of things. In 1970s he bought out Burke and renamed the company Ronald Amey where he continued to produce his dramatic clothing until the label shuttered in 1976. His clothing was of very high quality and he incorporated many couture level details into their construction. All of his pieces were sewn in-house at his New York atelier

One of his signatures was to combine prints, fabrics and detailing embellishments in interesting, unusual ways and this dress is a wonderful example of that. This is an absolutely beautiful dress and I think that in person it is even better. The bodice is cut to curve around the body and then it is cinched in at the waist area. The sleeves are spectacular and each is cut to be full and voluminous. The skirt also has volume and is cut in a wide curve that billows out and away from the body. The base fabric is a printed silk organza. This choice of fabric allowed him to give the sleeves the volume you see but it also keeps the dress light in weight. The neckline is high and the detailing on it runs wide across the tops of the shoulders. That metallic band that Amey used to detail the dress is fantastic. It is a lattice made of silver metal thread that has little eyelash tufts attached to it. This is then bordered by a band of gold and silver thread. This curves around the neckline and then down the front all the way to the hem of the skirt. More of this silver and gold detailing runs around the hem, the waist and then is used again for the cuffs on each sleeve. Big dome buttons that are wrapped in a gold metal thread sit at the back of the neck and on each cuffs. Excellent condition with one minor note below.

Fully lined in a pale ice white blue silk throughout. Entirely hand finished. It closes with a back zipper and two gold buttons at the neck. Each cuff has three gold metal dome buttons and loops. There is one gold bead missing on the top button at the back of the neck otherwise the dress appears to have been worn very little if at all. The dress is even better in person. The length will land from midi to just above the ankle depending on your height

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 36" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3481

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 rare example of the work that Ossie Clark and Celia Birtwell were doing together in the very early 1970s. It's an early version of what would go on to become one of Ossie's most famous and recognizable designs with that signature plunging squared off neckline. Various versions of these in solid colors are held several museums. I have only seen a couple of these and this one is entirely original.

It is said that the original design of these front plunging dresses were loosely based on the designs of a graduation gown. If that is the case Ossie somehow managed to take that rather conservative feeling piece of clothing and work in the flow and drape that he was known for. His pieces always have a touch of an overt sexuality that became one of his trademarks and here we see that in the ultra low front plunge. This one also has a touch more shape through the waist then we see on the longer maxi versions with that same neckline. On this dress, the plunge dips into a deep squared off shape that is cut to just above the seam at the waist. The waist is banded all the way around with attached ties on both sides. These wrap around and ties to cinch in the waist and it also keeps the plunge from moving. The skirt flows out from there with lots of fabric in it that gives it tons of movement when you move. The sleeves are slim cut and have a row of silk covered buttons at each wrist. The fabric itself is a silk crepe with a deep navy base. Onto this is that spectacular fan print by Celia Birtwell in blue, green, yellow and red. This label is from the couture Ossie Clark line and it also has the Jeeves Dry Cleaning, Quorum recommended, tag. The midi length makes it extra versatile and it is a dress that you will wear over and over, easily able to go from day to night. Excellent condition with a minor note below

Unlined and slips over the head to wear with attached ties at the waist and a side set zipper. Each cuff has three fabric covered buttons at the wrist. There is a small faint mark at the front. Please see the photo after the label shot. Tagged an vintage UK 10. The flowing silhouette, waist tie and deep decolletage suit a variety of figures and sizes.

Sleeves: 22.5" but come up when cuffs are buttoned
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam and can be cinched in more by the attached tie
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist
Plunge: 13" from neck to bottom
Skirt: 34" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD3467

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 Attico brand was founded by street-style stars Gilda Ambrosio and Giorgia Tordini and the line has a vintage vibe to it that I love. This is a more recent dress from the Spring 2019 collection that was shown in the presentation as a long piece and then produced in that same fabric in this shorter version. It was a favorite of the brands founder, Giorgia Tordini, who wore this dress and posted it on her Instagram.

This is a gorgeous and sexy dress from the Spring 2019 season that is brand new, unworn and with all its original tags.The dress is made from a black cotton mix that has metallic stripes of color worked through the fabric. The fabric itself has a touch of transparency to it that adds to its light and sexy feel. It has an easy, open shape through the body that is flattering and comfortable to wear. The front plunges down into a V at the neck and the sleeves are to the elbow with elastic at their cuffs and tons of volume above. It is cut to skim over the body and then flares out in a flirty little skirt. It is cut very short and you can see just how short it sits on the photos of Giorgia wearing it. It is brand new with all original tags still attached. Excellent condition

Unlined and zips to close at the side with a hidden set zipper. Tagged a size 46. All original tags and unworn.

Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 16" and cut to drop slightly
Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 33" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD3466

Reference Photo: (1) Spring 2019 The Attico Collection, Look 29.  /  (2) Giorgia Tordini, April 2019.

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This exceptional 1920s dress is extra special because of both its condition and that extraordinary and unusual color. You rarely find bright vivid pieces like this from this time period and certainly not in this condition. The dress is made from a luxurious deep fuchsia pink silk velvet. The bodice is cut to skim over the bust with a slightly dropped waist typical to the time period. The skirt is gathered into the dropped waist so that it has a bit of volume below and to the hem and it is cut longer at the back then the front. Accenting the pink are gold lame details and the fabric used for the gold parts is the real metal thread lame that you will never find in modern clothing. It is used first at the collar which circles the neck so prettily with a little gather at the front. At the back there is a darling little bow with ties that extends down the length of the back and here the gold is mixed with the pink velvet. At the waist there is a pretty little flower made out of the gold lame and another gold flower is set onto the skirt. It is stunning. It has the perfect bit of weight to it so that the dress hangs perfectly once it is on the body. It is an absolute treasure. It is such a rarity to find a piece this old and in this condition considering it is entirely original and so many of the pieces you see at market at this level of condition have had restoration work done to them. Excellent antique condition with some small flaws inherent to its age and noted below.

The velvet is self lined and the dress closes down the side with snaps. For an original piece that is now almost 100 years old I would rate this as excellent overall condition. I see some wear to the gold lame here and there, most notably on the piping around the arms, both shows shattering and you can see the cording that the gold was piped around in areas, There is a shiny mark to the velvet on the front bodice and some marks on the skirt. The last four photos show these areas. There may be minor scuffs here and there but the dress is sound, strong and wearable. The color is deeper and richer in person. Hand finished throughout

Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 41" from shoulder to hem at the front, 45" to the back hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

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

Item# E680

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

Andre Odicini was one of the great Italian couturier's, who launched his label out of Genoa and sold his clothes in Paris, Geneva, Rome and Dallas. The early 80s were an especially magical time period for the label. His clothing is very well made and the fabrics he chose were top of the line. 

This is a gorgeous dress and its unusual lines and cut feel very avant-garde while still remaining pretty and feminine feeling. It is made of a beautiful silk cotton mix fabric done in a red hued bright coral mixed with big pink flowers scattered over the surface. There is also a floral print woven directly into the fabric which gives it an added texture. The bodice has wide straps that curve over each shoulder and then plunge down to the banded waist at both the front and the back. Flat pleats set at the top of each shoulder allow them to open up enough to give you coverage over the bust. The waist is wide and cinches you in. The skirt is incredible. It extends out and is draped down each of the sides. The draping starts at each hip and then simply folds over and into itself. If you pull the fabric outwards, there is actually a cut out on each hip that is hidden once it is on by the fabric simply draping over itself and into place. The skirt under that is cut to narrow down to the hem. The skirt wraps over itself so that you can actually walk with the way that it narrows inwards so much. This wrapped effect means that when you sit or move, you get an unexpected flash of leg. It is incredible and being on a mere dress form doesn't do it justice at all. Its amazing on an actual body. I love it. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with back zipper. The zipper sticks just a bit but is original so has been left as found.

Bust: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Seam under bust: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15.5" from top of shoulder to waist seam
Skirt: 24" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD3461

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 twin of this dress was used for the 1991 ad campaign shot by Arthur Elgort that featured the stunning Yasmin Le Bon. Two shots were used from that shoot so Yves must have especially loved this dress. It was also presented on the 1991 runway as seen on the beautiful Amalia Vairelli. This was one of the iconic pieces of that season and I am very pleased to have found this example.

The dress is made from a slinky silk jersey that has enough weight and drape to it to perfectly fall into the lovely draped lines that Yves desired it to have. The dress perfectly represents this time period and you can see the transition from the stronger, more angular shaped of the eighties slowly moving into simpler shapes for the 1990s. The vivid color and touch of excess from the 1980s is still there and present, but the shape is softening. It skims over the body and the skirt is made to look like it has been wrapped into place. A intricate series of hooks and snaps hold that lovely draping perfectly in place and it is these interior details that really showcase the high quality that Yves put into his designs. The neckline is slightly scooped and set in a wide crew neck. The gathers at its base and the masterful cut keep it firmly and remarkably in place. The waist is gathered across and a panel of draped silk jersey hang down over one leg. This sits over a high slit underneath that  is created by the wrap over shows off some leg when you walk, sit or move. It is amazing on the body and a rare find. Excellent condition with a small note to review below

Unlined but with a inner silk inset that is about 5" wide and circles the low waist so that the skirt sits perfectly. This inset is attached to the side zipper and hooks with a flat hook as well. The dress then closes above and below this on that same side with a series of hook & eye and snaps. Tagged a vintage YSL 42. There is a small scattering of marks on one shoulder which I have photoed and shown after the label photo. It gets lost in the print but mentioned for accuracy and priced accordingly

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD3136

Reference Photo: (1) S/S 1991 Yves Saint Laurent Ad featuring Yasmin Le Bon.  /  (2) S/S 1991 Yves Saint Laurent Ad from Vogue US, March 1991. (Both photos by Arthur Elgort.)  /  (3) Amalia Vairelli for S/S 1991 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche.

Reference Video (below): S/S 1991 Yves Saint Laurent Runway Show from Fashion Channel.

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

Scott Barrie was one of a group of black designers and models based out of New York's Seventh Avenue in the late 1960s. He quickly became known for his work and his pieces were fast sellers. Naomi Sims was a fan and often was spotted wearing his work. His label closed in the early 1980s. He then worked at Krizia, remaining there up to just before his passing in 1993 of brain cancer. This gives us a very small window for finding examples of his work. The earlier pieces especially were produced in very limited amounts. The very early pieces were made by him out of his apartment on a makeshift cutting table and domestic sewing machine. To me this makes each of his found pieces that much more special.

This gorgeous little Scott Barrie dress is made out of a light weight, semi-transparent silk chiffon. This fabric choice gives the dress a lovely light and airy feel to it. The dress is unlined and simply floats over the body. There is a tie that runs through the neckline and you can use it to cinch it on so that the dress sits up and on the shoulders or loosen it as I have so that it becomes an off-shoulder dress. The flutter sleeves have an almost caped feel tot hem and the extend out from the waist. This detail gives it such a feminine feel and makes the dress even prettier. On an actual body it is even better then on my dress form. The waist cinches in with elastic  and you can nip it in further with the original  matching fabric tie belt. It buttons down the front with a series of round dome buttons and fabric loops. The way the buttons are set allows for just a hint of skin to peek through which gives this otherwise innocent feeling dress a bit of a sexy touch. The skirt falls from the waist ins pretty cascade of fabric. It is a really special piece. Excellent condition with a note to review below

Unlined and slips on to wear. Elastic at the waist for an easy fit and buttons down the front. Has its original matching silk chiffon tie belt. There is one area of discoloration on the hem at the side and to the back. There is so much fabric that you don't see it once it is on. In person it is more a clay taupe color. The elastic waist should allow it to fit a range of sizes

Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: open with no true side seams
Elastic waist: 11-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 32" from waist to front hem, 36" to back hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD3452

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Claire McCardell is remembered as a being a true pioneer of American fashion. She was one of the most influential women's sportswear designers of the twentieth century. She studied at Parsons and worked as a fit model before a series of small jobs in fashion.  in 1929 McCardell landed a job as a design assistant to Robert Turk, an independent designer and dressmaker. It was he that took her along with him when he became the chief designer at Townley Frocks in the early 1930s. When he passed away in 1932 she became the head designer for Townley and eventaully a partner due to her success with the label. She gravitated towards natural fabrics like cotton, denim and wool. Her silhouettes flattered the female form and even now they seem shockingly modern. In 1954 Audrey Hepburn was photoed by Mark Shaw for Mademoiselle Magazine in her dressing room backstage at Ondine. In those series of photos she is wearing a paisley print dress that is remarkably like this one.

This incredible dress is likely from that same 1954 collection as Audrey's was from and is made out of a soft cotton that has a satin finish to it. This gives the fabric a slight sheen that is very pretty. The bodice is fitted with a simple scooped neck and sleeveless silhouette. The waist nips in and then the skirt flares out from there. It is not excessively full but it does have a touch of fullness due to the way the skirt is set into the waist with that series of soft pleats that you see. The dress hangs sleek and slim when you are still and then will flare out a touch more when you move. I have photoed it without its belt as the belt did not fit on my mannequin properly but with the belt in place I think the dress is even better. It is wide so really cinches the waist in and the large gold toned belt buckle at the front feels very modern. It is gorgeous and the perfect little summer frock. Excellent condition with a note below

Unlined and closes with a metal zipper at the side. The belt has a double buckle to close. There is one area of discoloration on the side of the skirt that gets lost in the patter. The fabric on the belt shows minor grubbiness. Otherwise the dress is is very crisp and fresh feeling

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 14" from neck to waist
Skirt: 29" from waist to hem with 4.5" turned under the hem
Belt: will accommodate 24" - 27"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item#DD3453

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

Holly Harp opened a shop LA in the late 1960s and created custom clothing under the Holly's Harp label. She tended to create her clothing out of a  hodge-podge of new and old materials. In the beginning she favored things like feathers and fringe but her aesthetic became more 'grown up' and glamorous as her career progressed. She was an avid thrifter and you can see the influence of earlier decades in her work.

I love the fabric choice for this dress. It is a feather light semi-transparent silk chiffon that has a ribbon effect running through it that gives it an added degree of texture. The print is an abstract black and taupe and this covers the entire dress. The lines of the dress are loose and easy. The fabric has been laid out on the bias and the waist is elastic. This means that you can just slip it on and go. The neckline is cut very low with a simple tie running across the top to keep it in place. Each sleeve is wide and has lots of volume above its cuffs. The waist adjusts to fit due to the elastic and it you wanted to you could cinch it in even more with a belt. Below that the skirt flows out in a pretty and soft cascade of fabric. Excellent condition

Unlined and slips on to wear with elastic at the waist. A snap at each cuff. It has attached ties at the neck.

Sleeves: approx 25"
Shoulders: no true seam
Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 32" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD3454

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 sold a white cotton pique version of this dress last year that ended up being a part of a wedding for my client, Paulina. I have included some of her photos here so you can get a sense of how these dresses look like on the body. This one is slightly different from the white - it is a smooth cotton fabric and the skirt is even all the way around. Because of that you can add a crinoline for a fuller look. They do share a similar sculpted bodice and this one is even more elaborate then the white was.

I love this dress by Thierry Mugler with its sculptural bodice that gives it a sense of high drama. That is in direct contrast to the cotton fabric that it is made of and I think that it is this contrast between the lines of the dress and the fabric choice that make the dress so fabulous. The amazing bright color is an added bonus. In real life that bright orange color is slightly more saturated and richer then how it photoed. It is a wonderful summer piece that still feels fresh and of this season despite its vintage heritage. The bodice is fitted and sculpted with that fabulous curving cut that loops over itself to form a keyhole. The other side curves up and around the shoulder for the perfect one shoulder silhouette. The interior of the bodice is finished with a stiffening fabric to keep its shape. This helps it to mold it to your frame and create shape. The waist is cinched in and then the skirt below is cut to be extremely full with yards and yards of fabric in it and the sweep extends to a full circle skirt. I have shown it without and without a crinoline underneath in the shots here and you can see how full it can get. It is wonderful. Excellent condition

Lined through the bodice with the same fabric and stiffened and molded with the seaming for support. It closes with a series of  snaps offset up the back. Pockets on each hip. Note that it did not close all the way on the mannequin and of course will close properly on the correct sized person. Crinoline not included

Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: approx 16" from top of shoulder to waist
Skirt: 26" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3446

Reference Photos: Paulina Ortega (@paulinapaige) in Thierry Mugler from 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 late 1970s Lanvin jumpsuit has the feel of an earlier decade but with a more updated cut to reflect its era. At that time Lanvin was focused on trying to appeal to their younger, jet set client with easy to wear pieces. This great little playsuit fits that bill perfectly. It is made out of an ivory and gold silk brocade and I love the swirling, slightly 3D feeling pattern that runs over the entire thing. The patterned parts are made out of gold metallic lame thread and these really catch the light wonderfully and give the suit a touch of high glamour. It buttons up at the front so you can choose to wear it as open and low as you dare.  Each button is hand covered in the same fabric so that they do not draw away from the design. It is sleeveless and the collar appropriately pointed for the era. It skims down and over the body with just the suggestion of shape through the waist. You could easily add a belt to cinch in the waist and add more shape if you wished. The shorts part of are cut wide like a loose boy short. I love it. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in an ivory silk and closes with the buttons down the front.

Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" when measured flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Full length: 33.5" from neck to bottom hem of short with about an inch turned under
Inseam: 3.25"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD3418

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This incredible Emanuel Ungaro dress is a personal favorite. The fabric and color are amazing. It is a metallic silk that blends a vivid coral with gold lame thread and if you love it the photos you will love it even more in real life. This fabric catches the light and intensifies the coral color. The fabric itself is quite light in weight so despite the elaborate construction of the dress is not heavy to wear. Inside the dress is quite structured for support which means that despite the lightness of the actual fabric the intended shape is held in place. The bodice is cut with a strapless, modified sweetheart neckline and hugs the body. It is elaborately gathered and fitted around the bust with hand placed and gathered folds. This was an Ungaro signature and really made his pieces flattering once on. On this one the gathers and shape run from the bust right down and over the hips so your shape is very emphasized. Under that the skirt is set with panels of fabric, each individual set on an angle to achieve that explosion of volume that you see. This technique also allows each piece to move freely so that whenever you move it does as well. A little box at the back is the perfect sweet detail. It is incredible. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a coral silk and closes with a back zipper and the bow snaps into place over the top of that. The bodice is boned. Tagged a vintage Ungaro 6 It appears to have never been worn, or worn very little.

Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 29" from top of bodice to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3417

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Bill Blass became the head designer at Maurice Rentner in 1959 and soon after that his name started to appear on the labels. In 1970 he bought out the Maurice Rentner label and re-launched it under his own name. These Bill Blass for Maurice Rentner pieces, are some of his earliest and you will find many of them, like the twin of this coat, in museum collections throughout the world. Blass was arguably one of the most famous of all the American designers. His forte was the ability to mix simple styles with luxurious materials and his evening wear in particular seem to have a way of flattering the wearer even at their most extravagant. This piece has the additional bonus of being able to be worn as either a coat or a dress

This early Bill Blass coat is particularly gorgeous with its metallic gold and deep blue silk brocade fabric. The base of the coat is a deep blue silk. Onto this, in horizontal rows that run over the entire coat, is an incredible and intricate design that has been created out of gold lame and gold thread. The gold pops off the blue base and has a lovely way of catching the light. The coat has a bit of a military feel to it and I love how the pattern is laid out to highlight the high collar and cuffs. Flap pockets are placed on the front of the coat. One on each hip and then two more on each breast. They are perfectly set tot follow the pattern and each has a large bead covered dome button to secure its flap closure. The same big bead covered buttons run down the front giving the coat a neat and polished feel. The shoulders are structured but are not padded. There is a subtle fabric epaulette across the top of each shoulder. The sleeves are long and he took the time to make sure that the fabric lines up with the body of the coat. The fairly simple design of the coat allows that beautiful fabric to take center stage. An interesting thing about this one, it closes all the way to the bottom hem so could be worn as a dress as well. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a blue silk and closes with silk covered snaps hidden behind each hand beaded dome button down the front. All four pockets are functional. Hand finished throughout. It appears to have been worn very little if at all. 

Sleeves: 23"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 37" from neck to hem with 4" turned over under the hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# C542

Reference Photo: Samantha Jones in Bill Blass, photographed by Richard Avedon, Vogue October 1968.

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

True Haute Couture pieces by Chanel are an extraordinary find as they are so very rare and hard to come by. This one, like several other of the Haute Couture pieces in the shop at the moment, are from one of my clients whose mother purchased the majority of her Couture pieces between 1973 to the mid and late seventies.

The dress is made of two layers. There is an inner silk dress that acts as the lining, and then an outer layer over that, made from a semi-transparent silk chiffon. The silk chiffon used on the outer layer is especially fine and it has a beautiful red floral design screened onto the black with a secondary print suggesting an exotic animal print. The straps of the inner dress are made of that same fabric as is the matching belt that cinches in the waist. When the two pieces are layered over each other the result is wonderful. The outer dress gives the dress a very light and airy feel that is very feminine. The dress is so well made that I could not decide which way it sat better. I decided to photograph it both ways. First with the buttons down the front and then with it turned around to have the buttons run down the back. The neckline is collarless and simply ties above the row of silk covered buttons that start a slit keyhole between them and the tie. The bodice is cut to sit looser over the inner slip and the sleeves are full, poufing up above their buttoned cuffs. The skirt is a masterpiece of soft pleat work all the way around the hips. Each individual pleat is done by hand and precisely spaced. These give the skirt it's flounced feel. The matching silk fabric belt hook and ties into place to cinch in the waist. As good as it is on the dress form, it will be even better on an actual body. It is entirely made by hand and has its Haute Couture tag and numbered tape behind the tag present on the interior dress. Excellent condition

The exterior dress is unlined and closes with a tie at the neck and silk covered buttons. It has an inner waist stay that hooks to close. The interior dress act as the lining and closes with a handset side painted metal zip. Matching original belt. Finished to Haute Couture standards. Haute Couture label present with interior tape number 54878. The dress appears to have been worn very little if at all.

Outer Dress
Sleeves: 24.5"
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 28" from waist to hem

Inner Dress
Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 42" from top of shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3010

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After emigrating to the US in 1933, Rudi Gernreich started working in theater as a costume designer. He worked under Gilbert Adrian for a few years and eventually started his own small independent label in 1948 while still working for various other labels through to the 1952. At this point he started to develop the basis of some of the knits he would become known for while working for  the JAX boutique and doing freelance for several department stores. In 1960, Gernreich finally launched his own company and in 1964 renamed it Rudi Gernreich Inc. He is best known for his own label's work and the work that he was doing for Harmon knits in the 1960s and 1970s. Pieces like this dress are now regraded as being highly collectible.

This dress is from the 1971 season and several variations of this print were done and documented that season. His fascination with this graphic check print seems to have consumed him full force during this time period. Here we see three variations of the check used to maximum effectiveness. The top portion of the dress is done in a small red and navy check. The sleeves are more red in feel with a slightly larger so;id blue check running vertically down them. This balances out the skirt which is cut to be more full. Here the checks are of the same size and are quite large. The original belt that comes with the dress has the same check as the top and it anchors the entire design. The bodice is cut to be fitted and the skirt is set so that is has volume. It is made of his signature light wool knit. It is very rare to see a piece that still has its belt so I am happy to have had that come with it. It is a magnificent statement dress and highly collectible. Excellent condition with some small notes below.

Unlined and closes with a painted back zipper. The belt is backed with leather. The fabric around the round buckle shows signs of separating from the backing but still presents well. I see two nicks out of the fabric that I have photoed. I had this cleaned and temperature treated and the fabric seems stable. Please review the photos after the label shot and before the reference photos. Tagged a vintage S.

Sleeves: 23"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from neck to waist
Skirt: 31" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3402

Reference Photos: (1) 1971 Rudi Gernreich Dress from the Indianapolis Museum of Art Collection.  /  (2-3) Peggy Moffitt in Rudi Gernreich, Fall 1971. Photographed by William Claxton.

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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

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This beautiful two piece set shows what a master Yves was with print. The top and skirt share the same floral print and instead of that being overwhelming it only serves to give the illusion that it is a dress instead of the two pieces. Yves was a master at taking fine silks and simple designs and then adding romantic, feminine elements to create something uniquely Laurent in feel. Both pieces are made from a high quality silk. This allows them to move and drape wonderfully once on the body. You will see a lot of his pieces made from this silk during this time period and for good reason. The top has an easy to wear cut and sits loose on the body. It buttons at the front neck so that you can leave it open or close completely to create a higher neckline. There is an attached tie belt at the waist that allows you to add shape. Each sleeve has a pretty amount of volume over the 3" cuff. The skirt hooks and zips to close. It is cut to flows over the hips and ends just past the knee. It is more fitted around the hips and then the pleats opens to create some volume. Excellent condition

Both pieces are unlined. The top buttons partially down the front and has three buttons on each cuff. The skirt zips and hooks to close. Has its original tie belt attached lightly to the top. Both pieces are tagged a 36

Skirt
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 26" from waist to hem

Top
Sleeves: 24.5"
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 25.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3379

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This is such a pretty dress. It has no labels to tell us its origins but it is well made and just pretty beyond words. It is not 100% perfect but its imperfections are mild. The fabric is the star on this dress. It is a ivory silk base that has a super soft chenille feeling applique that has been fused directly to the base fabric. These give it a 3D texture and in incredible sensation when the dress is touched. The form little abstract dots that cover the dress from head to toe. Between each of those dots are hand applied silver tube beads hat catch the light beautifully and give the dress a touch of sparkle. It is sleeveless and the neckline and back are scooped. There is just a suggestion of shape through the waist and the skirt falls below that is a gently widening column of fabric. A slit up the center back allows you to walk comfortably. Excellent overall condition with a note to review below.

Fully lined in a white crepe and closes at the back with a painted metal zipper. Inner waist stay that hooks to close. Hand finishes. There is some darkening to the fabric as it nears the hem and a small area on the bust. They are pretty mild and feel more like shadows when it is on the body. Please review the last three photos.

Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 52" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E677

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This stunning dress was designed by Bob Mackie. Mackie was best known for dressing Cher and for his undying love of opulence and bead work, both of which he incorporates heavily into the best of his designs. He worked for both Edith Head and Jean Louis prior to working as a costume designer and co-designing with Ray Aghayan. That led to his incredible journey in designing for stars like Cher and Diana Ross for many years. In some ways he and his creations defined their careers and that era of glamour. I think he secretly always designed for the big screen and the bygone glamor of Hollywood as his work is always over the top and extravagant.

Every square inch of this gorgeous little dress has a touch of a metallic to it. The  of the dress them selves are fairly simple and that really allows the metallic detailing to shine. Onto the pale green silk base of the dress is a gold metallic overlay that covers the dress. Then onto that are hundreds of little gold dangling rows of gold thread and gold sequins. These cover the entire dress so that with the smallest movement they move and flash all around you. The bodice is cut to skim over the chest with a scooped neckline. Over the interior bodice is a more caped piece that floats above the more fitted interior. The sleeves are capped and the waist nips in. The waist is banded and the color under the lave overlay an more nude color. Under that the skirt flares out slightly as it nears the shorter hem. The effect of all this is far more dramatic and fabulous on a real body and it really shows off the legs. If you even remotely love it in the photos you will dance when you see it in person as it is so, so, so much better in real life. Very well made to demi-couture standards. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a pale green silk. It closes with a hand set back zipper. Hand finished throughout. Lightly padded shoulders. It is surprisingly light in weight so easy top wear. It is more a matter gold in person. Main line label that id hand dated

Shoulders: 14
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 31" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3368

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The Haute Couture tape hidden behind the label gives us the exact date on the amazing Emanuel Ungaro dress and jacket set. Ungaro recently passed away and that always makes you look at a designers work with a new appreciation. Ungaro launched his label in 1965 after stints at Balenciaga and Courrreges. He was a brilliant designer who was known for his of extravagant fabrics and flamboyance.

This two piece set is fantastic. The inner dress is signature Ungaro for this time period and is cut to hug every curve of your body once on. It is made out of a metallic silver velvet that has little bits of a silver lame thread worked through it. This is then hand gathered into soft pleats that run the full length of the dress. On the bodice they are set to curve and accentuate the bust with high peaks and a boned interior. The waist nips in and the skirt has more of these same gathers that add shape and emphasis to your curves. There is a thin strip of hand applied sequins that runs down each side of the dress. All applied by hand and incredible. Over this is an ivory silk jacket that has embroidery work, silk netting insets and applique work, in addition to the feathers that you see. The closer you get to that fabric the more astonishing it is. In the lace netting insets the netting is detailed with tiny rhinestones and pearls. These are all connected with the embroidery to give it a touch of a patchwork feel but in a very couture way. The shoulders are gathered and then the sleeves narrow as they reach the cuffs. The waist is shaped in so it almost has the curve of a dandy coat in feel. Then of course the feathers that wraps around the neck, down the front and around the hem, give it the most amazing finish. It is true numbered Haute Couture and remarkable. Excellent condition with a minor note below

The dress is hand lined in a ivory silk and closes with a hand set side zipper. Boning in the bodice of the dress and an interior waist stay that hooks to close.  The jacket has no closures and slips on wit padding in each shoulder. All made to Haute Couture standards and the dress has its Couture label and numbered /dated tape present. There is a slight bit of yellowing to the interior of the dress which of course does not show when on. Please see the last photo after the label shot

Dress
Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 9" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 24" from waist to hem

Jacket
Sleeves: 23"
Slightly extended shoulders: 16"
Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: approx 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: approx 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 32" from neck to hem, including the feathers

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3367

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This is one of those incredible mystery pieces that you can only find with vintage. It is very well made and has all the hallmarks of a high end piece but whatever label it once had is now gone. It is made from both a beautiful black silk organza for the skirt and side peplum on the dress and a softer silk for the body of the dress. Both fabric choice are almost weightless. The softer silk used for the dress makes it feel comfortable when worn and the organza gives the volume you see.  The inner dress is fitted though the bodice and has one shoulder. A tiny strap curves over the shoulder and the arches across the back leaving a bare expanse of skin. The skirt is fitted and just above the knee. On one side there is a pleated peplum that I put under the over-skirt for added volume and shape but I think you could easily wear the skirt the other way for an interesting effect as well  and a The skirt is  cut on a sharp angle with extra fabric on one side for volume and then it falls to the floor on a point on the other. There is a detachable bow that you can snap at the waist. The edges of the skirt and the bow are trimmed in a black snakeskin. When worn together it looks like one single piece but because it is two you could potentially break it up and wear the pieces separately. Excellent condition wit one small note nelow

The skirt is unlined and the dress is lined a black silk. The dress closes with a hand set, side metal zipper. The skirt closes with a combination of hook & eye and snaps. The bow snaps into place. There is a bit of wear/dryness to the snakeskin along the bottom edge of the detachable bow. Hand finished to demi-couture standards.

Dress
Bust: 14-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice:15.5" from top of the shoulder to waist
Skirt: 21.5" from waist to hem

Skirt:
Waist: 11.75" flat across the back from side to side
Hips: open
Length: 4" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XXS-XS

Item# E673

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This stunning dress was designed by Bob Mackie. Mackie was best known for dressing Cher and for his undying love of opulence and bead work, both of which he incorporates heavily into the best of his designs. He worked for both Edith Head and Jean Louis prior to working as a costume designer and co-designing with Ray Aghayan. That led to his incredible journey in designing for stars like Cher and Diana Ross for many years. In some ways he and his creations defined their careers and that era of glamour. I think he secretly always designed for the big screen and the bygone glamor of Hollywood as his work is always over the top and extravagant.

Every square inch of this gorgeous little dress is heavily sequinned and beaded. The lines are simple and once on it is extremely sexy and flattering. Onto the black silk base of the dress are hundreds of chevron bands made of a combination of glossy black sequins and tube beads. These are laid out in a sharp chevron pattern that comes together down the center which gives the illusion of an even slimmer silhouette. On the skirt the flare pout to match the incredible sweep of the lower skirt. The exterior of the dress is done in that amazing solid black with just the pattern of the sequins and beads and how they catch and glimmer in the light to catch the eye. As a result the dress is fairly heavy off the body because of that extensive bead-work, and yet once on the body it lies and drapes in a way that it is balanced and not at all unwieldy. The bodice is cut to skim over the chest with a scooped neckline. The sleeves are capped and the waist nips in. Under that the skirt flares out to an extreme at the hem and t it is cut and shaped so that the bottom is a true circle it has so much volume. The skirt is incredible with its built in under-layers on a vivid pink and red. These are set in extravagant, pleated ruffles. If you stand perfectly still you cant see the color underneath but the second you move or sit that vibrant color explodes out. The under-skirts also helps to hold the shape and volume that the lower skirt is meant to have. The effect of this is far more dramatic and fabulous on a real body and it really shows off the legs. If you even remotely love it in the photos you will dance when you see it in person as it is so, so, so much better in real life. Extremely well made to demi-couture standards. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a black silk. It closes with a hand set back zipper. Hand finished throughout. It feels heavy off the body as it is fully beaded from top to bottom with glass beads but feels balanced when on and comfortable. Attached underskirts in red and pink. Main line label

Shoulders: 15
Bust: 16-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 38" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3361

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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

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