This is a deceptively simple Jean Patou silk dress in a lovely navy silk. Jean Patou once said "Certain dressmakers desire to pass for an artist. I have one ambition: that is to have good taste." and this dress is the very epitome of that statement despite its sexy lines. The dress is numbered and is true haute couture piece that has been made entirely by hand and represents countless hours of dedicated hand work within the atelier. Patou was one of the founders of the sportswear movement and the later designers of the house often hearkened back to this aesthetic. This dress for example, has the lines of the tennis dress, ramped up for evening.  It is constructed from a rich navy silk that is flattering on most skin tones. The bust is plunging halter whose straps curve and hook behind the neck. This leaves the back bare to the waist and offsets the simplicity of the color and cut at the front. The waist is detailed with a padded round piping. Under this the skirt falls in a swirl of fabric cut to flare out and swing. Inside the dress is all handwork and lined in a fine blue silk. Excellent condition.

A hand set silk lining throughout and hand finished seams. Finished to Haute Couture standards. Closes with hand set fine painted metal zipper at the low back. Built in and attached inner waist stay that hooks to close. Hooks to close at the back neck. Numbered label 96773 (or 96113).

Bust: open with no true side seams
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 24" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2775

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Chiffon layers edged in prong set rhinestones give this pretty, pastel coral dress a light as a feather feel. The bodice curves over the bust and the chiffon is set in vertical pleats for detail. The neckline and high waist are banded and detailed with a scattering of [prong set rhinestones. The skirt swoops to the floor from there and there is actually quite a bit of fabric that has been used in its construction but because it is cut on the bias it feels more like a column when the wearer is standing still and only displays its wonderful fullness once you move or twirl. Over the chiffon of the skirt is a angled panel that balance the one shoulder bodice and this panel is also detailed with rhinestones along its edge. The shoulder from which the entire dress suspends is topped by a dramatic bow made of the same fabric and it is placed there and secured by a final double row of rhinestones. So pretty and romantic. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a matching silky rayon. It closes with a painted metal and nylon side zipper. It is unlabeled but did have one - you can see the outline of it where it was cut out unfortunately. In person it is a touch more towards the pastel hue of this coral then how it photoed.

Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15.5" from top of shoulder to bottom of the band at waist
Skirt: 43" from bottom of the band at waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E632

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Arnold Scaasi did absolutely exquisite and elaborate designs and the best of his work featured heavy adornment . His work is for when you want to have all eyes on you. He worked under Charles James at the beginning of his career and you can see that influence of that time in the lines of his own work. He cut and created his designs to extremely high standards and the workmanship is fabulous. This dress and jacket set combines the richness of a black cotton velvet with an elaborate and brilliant design. The work and attention to detail is incredible. Onto the velvet base is a dense application of gold braid, sequins and beads that are all hand applied and set in this amazing 3D design that covers both pieces. Many of the paillette used are shaped and colored to form flowers and petals. The dress is a strapless, sculpted piece that hugs the bodice and then falls away from the body in a pretty A-line. The jacket is cropped and sits over this and you can close it for a very fitted feel. It has pro[per curve cut sleeves and I love the pink lining. I love that the applique design is left off the very top and bottom of the dress so that it becomes a natural design element without having to add a third element to the design. The two pieces are is equally stunning worn together or as separates and adds to the versatility of the piece by being able to wear it together or separate. Scaasi dressed actresses, socialites and first ladies.  He also studied at the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture Parisienne and you can see the evidence of that in work like this set. He was never an official member of the Chambre so even though this is made to couture standards it, like his other work from his main atelier, is considered demi-couture. Excellent condition.

The dress in fully interlined in a black silk through the bodice and hand finished and aslo has a second lining in the skirt. It closes with a back, hand set painted metal zipper and a second metal zipper on the interior bodice. The bodice is boned. The jacket is fully lined in a fine, high end pink silk and is hand finished. It closes with fabric covered snaps. If you even remotely like it in the photos you will be extremely pleased in person as it is wonderful. There may be a missing or broken shaped sequin paillette here and there but nothing that needs to be pointed out as a jarring flaw. Someone cut the interior lining of the skirt at some pint so it now falls just past the hip and has an unfinished edge. It is left as found.

Dress
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 29" from top of strapless bodice to hem

Jacket
Slightly dropped sleeves: 19"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 19" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2762

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This exceptional Malcolm Starr dress is absolutely gorgeous and these far more elaborate pieces like this one, from this label, are getting harder and harder to come across. When woman do find them they are snatched up and tucked away The work is exceptional and you could not possibly get this level of bead and sequin work a modern day ready to wear equivalent. The base of the dress is made of a plush cotton velvet in an inky black and this has been cut into that perfect sixties sculpted shape. The velvet is then densely covered from top to bottom with a swirling design application of gold braiding, a mixed variety of beads and sequins that cover the dress in an intricate pattern. At the waist, cuffs and hem the sequins are applied to completely cover the fabric and highlight the lines of the dress. The bead work has a 3D quality to it so you really get this wonderful sense of texture. It is just beautiful. I love the simple shift shape and the way it glimmers in the light. Excellent condition

Fully interlined in a black muslin and then has an interior lining of black silk. Closes with a back painted metal zipper. Hidden pockets along the inset front seams

Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 13" from neck to second braid at waist
Skirt: 28" from second braid at waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2760

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A romantic dress with it's matching cape overlay has no label but is very well made and it was surely a designer piece. With no tag present it is  of course being sold as an anonymous piece so it is a tremendous bargain. the chiffon has huge blossoms screened over its surface and these are done in a pretty combination of coral and red. The inner dress is cut very simple with a scooped neckline at both the back and the front. It is suspended from two thin straps made of the same fabric and these curve over each shoulder. From there the dress cascades to the floor in a loose and easy cut that is very easy and forgiving. It simple flows in a widening silhouette to the ground, and there are yards and yard of chiffon that make up the body and lower portion of the dress.This creates a fantastically romantic and floating effect as the silk floats over the inner lining to give the dress the feel of airiness and lightness. Over this sits the matching long cape that is cut to the full length of the dress in the back and to the waist at the front. Amazing. Excellent condition

Fully lined in nude stretch jersey. The cape is unlined. The dress closes with a back painted metal zipper and the cape has a button closure at the back of the neck.Hand finishes. Everything under the top seam of the dress is pretty flexible so I have included that seam measurement below as it is the only part of the dress that has no give

Dress
Top of seam that sits under the arms (no give): 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Actual Bust: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: open
Hips: open
Length: 59" from shoulder strap to hem

Cape
Length: 59" top to bottom

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# E625

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

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Travilla began as a costume designer before opening his own custom atelier in the 1950s. One of his most famous dresses was the iconic dress worn by Marilyn Monroe scintillating for the movie The Seven Year Itch. He closed his label in 1970 and then re-opened it in Spain where he designed form 1977 to 1990 when he passed away. This dress dates to the earlier endeavor in America we know it is from the 1960s. His work during this time period can be considered demi-couture and this gown is almost entirely, if not entirely made by hand. This dress is extraordinary. It is exquisite in both cut and design. The fabric is beautiful and I love that it is entirely covered in sequins over every inch of the dress. Under that covering of hand sewn sequins is a silk organza with a pretty pattern in deep red and coral. Onto that is a dense covering of hand applied, clear glossy sequins that give the dress a subtle shimmer. The front plunges right to the velvet ribbon waist detailing and the back ends just below that same velvet ribbon that circles the waist. The interior is lined in a silk chiffon that has the same print as the exterior layer even though you would never see this once the dress is on. The lining is entirely hand set. From that plunging hater, the skirt is falls to the floor and is constructed from yards and yards of fabric. It is absolutely beautiful when you move. If you love it in the photos you will be delighted when you see it in person. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a high grade silk chiffon that is printed. Through the bodice and to the waist it is lined in an additional layer of silk that is the same print as the exterior chiffon. This double layer gives it a slight padding so you can go bare underneath. There are modesty panels sewn under each arm - these could be removed if you want the sides to plunge to the ribbon detailing like the front and back do. It closes at the front with a low zipper below the velvet banding and a series of hook & eye and snaps hidden under the front flat bow. Hand finished.

Bust: 15-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist at band: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 12" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 44" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2280

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This gorgeous dress is by Bob Mackie who is best known for dressing Cher and for his love of opulence and bead work. He worked for both Edith Head and Jean Louis before starting his own label and his love for the big screen and glamor of Hollywood continued through his career. His work is always extravagant and glamorous in the best possible way. This silk chiffon dress in a beautiful ivory is a combination of silk chiffon and bead work. The bust is strapless and fitted to the body with hand applied rhinestones, silver and clear glass beads and dangling strands adorning its surface. It would not be a Bob Mackie without some glitz after all. Under that beautiful beaded bust, silk chiffon skirt flow the floor and swirl around you as you move. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a white silk that is completely hand set, with a boned, slightly padded bust and waist stay interior. It closes with a back painted zipper. Hand finished throughout. Two layers of silk chiffon over the inner lining of the skirt. It is numbered by hand on one side of the interior. I see a couple of very minor marks and a small repair on the top layer of silk near one side at the back but you only spot these when it is laid out flat due to the yards and yards of fabric in the skirt. In person it is a touch more cream then how it photoed

Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 49" from top of dress to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2748

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This is one of my favorite pieces of Dior that I have had in the shop. It has both a very innovative design and is visually very beautiful. The fabric is a crisp polished silk with a romantic floral design screened over its surface. I love the soft cherry red mixed with the palest cafe au lait. Each flower and stem is also edged with a fine line in coral that highlights the design. The cut is genius. It nips in at the waist and the skirt is set in a series of soft gathers around the waist. This allows it to flare gently out without adding a large amount of volume. The bodice also gathers softy into the waist for just a hint of blousing and then curves up to a high, square cut neckline. At the back you have two layers to the construction, the interior layer has a single shoulder and curves down on the other side. Over this is a panel of fabric that hooks into place at the shoulder so it is sits deliberately out a touch from the dress. This gives it a wrap over effect that is very pretty. The matching fabric belt circles the waist to add shape. I adore the flat bow that sits at the top of the shoulder. The dress also came with a small length of finished fabric that I have tied in a bow at the waist on the opposite side which is where I believe it was intended. Excellent, museum quality condition.

Interlined in a fine white silk muslin and closes with a back handset painted metal zipper and that back panel closes with hook & eye at the shoulder. The belt is attached and hooks to close. Note the color in person is a soft combination of a red-pink and a soft cherry red. It photoed as a little more of a coral color and is much prettier in person. Appears to have never been worn 

Bust: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist
Skirt: 24.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2744

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The woman behind the Maggy Rouff label was Maggy Besançon de Wagner and she started her own label in 1928 after a working at the Haute Couture house of Drecoll. The Maggy Rouf house joined the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Paris in 1929 and continued to produce Haute Couture until 1965. Maggy gained early recognition by designing for the some of the Starlets of the day like Theda Barra, Pola Negri, and Greta Garbo. I found a photo of a garment from 1963 that has a similar, if not the same, fabric treatment dated 1963. 

This is a chic and deceptively simple dress that has the Haute Couture label of the Rouff atelier. The work is exceptional throughout and it is in immaculate condition. It is made of a pale blue silk that is topped by a pale metallic blue net. Onto the net are ombre dyed ribbon that are coiled and formed into flowers that are strewn across the surface of the dress. These also have a very slight metallic finish to them. Each is hand places and set with slightly curled edges so the flowers have a 3D feel. It is cut in a long column that skims over the bust and waist and then the skirt flares out as it nears the hem. The shape is created through vertical seaming that curves in from the waist and shapes the dress. The interior is a combination of net and silk and the hem is weighted all the way around. It is a dress made to last a lifetime with classic lines will forever remain in style. Excellent, museum quality condition.

Fully lined in silk and closes with a fine painted metal zipper at the side. Completely hand made and finished to Haute Couture standards. Weighted hem

Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 52.5" from shoulder strap to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2743

Reference photo: Model in a Maggy Rouf gown, 1963. (credits unknown)

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The best part about this fabulous Emilio Pucci for Formfit Rogers set is that you are really getting two wearable pieces. Both the inner slip dress and the outer, long sleeve buttoned piece are completely wearable as dresses in their own right. They can also be used as chic beach cover ups or as the lingerie pieces they were originally intended for. The colors are an amazing bright blue and purple print on white - classic Pucci. His famous contrasting edging is used to highlight the cut on both pieces. The nylon is fluid and soft with each piece weighing mere ounces. The inner dress is a simple slip on affair with a halter top and A-line cut, long skirt. The outer piece that acts as a robe/light coat when it is worn as a set can also be worn as a dress on its own. It buttons to close with a narrow cut through the body and long sleeves. Love it. Excellent condition

Both pieces are unlined nylon fabric. The inner dress slips on and the outer piece buttons to close with buttons on each cuff as well.

Outer robe/dress
Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 18" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 38" from waist to hem

Inner Dress
Bust: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 19" from neck to waist
Skirt: 35.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2183

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I have had the twin of this dress in the past and its as good now as the first time. This is a fabulous little black Courreges shift dresses and it is one of his classic designs. The fabric is jet black, light wool with a fine ribbed texture running through it. It has little cap sleeves and a square neckline that is finished with a two button detail at the front. The skirt flares out at is nears the hem. I love the seaming detail that runs down the front and that there are hidden pockets set along those seams. It is impeccably constructed as one would expect. This is an instantly recognizable, classic Courreges design. Excellent condition.

Tagged a Courreges size 00. Fully lined in a black silky rayon and closes with a back painted metal zipper. Hand finishes and pockets at the front. It was a touch too small on the mannequin and does close perfectly at the back on the right size girl.

Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Seam under bust: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Natural waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 37.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS

Item# DD2740

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This stunning dress is a numbered haute couture gown by Balmain. It is a fantastic blend of green silk chiffon that is layered over a pale pink base. The effect of the two colors together is quite beautiful. The bodice, cuffs and hem are all heavily covered with hand applied embellishments in pink, gold and clear beads & sequins. Additionally, the upper portion of the bodice on both the back and front is covered with this hand bead work. The neckline is scooped and that same scooped shape is mirrored at the back but cut deeper with a thick panel of beading following the curve. The bead work at the wrist and hem is a full two inches deep. This not only adds detail but gives the hem and cuffs some weight so that the dress sits and drapes perfectly as Balmain intended. The sleeves billow out at the wrist adding the perfect feminine touch. There are endless couture level details - little straps set just inside the bodice to hold your underpinning perfectly in place; weights encased in silk near the back zipper so it falls just so - all perfectly and meticulously done. It is an amazing example of the fine workmanship and attention to detail of Haute Couture. It is a true piece of fashion history. Excellent condition.

The dress is fully lined in a pale peachy pink grosgrain textured silk through the body and silk chiffon within the sleeves. The heavy beading detail that adorns the bodice, cuffs and hem are all applied on netting and there may be the occasional loose or missing bead and thread but it is so profusely done it does not deter. The numbered tag found under the main label is there but the writing has faded so I am not 100% certain of the number. Hand finished. It closes with a back, hand set, painted metal zipper and each cuff has a hidden painted metal zipper. There are two teeny areas on the front where the silk has thinned but they do not go all the way through the fabric.

Sleeves: 22"
Bust: 16" from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" from side seam to side seam
Total length: 49" from shoulder to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD456

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This is a magical coat and very unique. It is made from a beautiful royal blue velvet that has an extraordinary amount of embroidered applique work scattered over its surface and defining the edges and cuffs. These are bright and colorful and edged in gold giving it a regal feel. The cut is equally as wonderful and I love the volume and drama it has. The upper body and shoulders are cut rounded and loose, with the the torso and skirt of the coat having a lot of volume. The fabric choice holds this shape when on and the drama of the piece cannot be understated Absolutely wonderful. Truly a one of a kind, wonderful piece that is very ornate and well made. When I posted the video included here on my Instagram in a little preview of the piece the day I found it, a follower told me that it was called a Joma and is worn for weddings during the ceremony and dance in Israel. I have dated in as the 1960s based on the fabrics and stitching but it could be earlier. Excellent condition

Fully lined in blue with no front closures. The generous and loose size will work on a variety of sizes.

Sleeves: 24.5"
Shoulders: 18.5"
Bust: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 52" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# C436

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I love the color and the cut of this amazing Averardo Bessi dress. The brilliant pink colors used are spectacular and because it is screened onto two types of silk, it has a richness and contrast that is wonderful. His prints are reminiscent of Emilio Pucci but he tended to keep to a more one color pattern in most of his design. The influence of Pucci can not be denied however. The print used on this dress is a bright and vivid, pink-red hue that has smalls pops of a red mixed with pink and raspberry. I love the use of the contrasting border at the neck, waist, cuffs and hem that define and anchor the cut of the dress. The dress itself is made from a mix of three silks. The bodice is a silk jersey so is easy to wear and feels fabulous and comfortable on. The skirt is an airy and light silk chiffon in a matching print over a solid red silk interior skirt that is hemmed in a silk chiffon printed border. This mix of silks gives it a beautiful richness. It is truly a wonderful dress. Excellent condition

The bodice is unlined and the skirt lined in a red silk inner skirt. It closes with a back painted metal and nylon zipper. The bodice has some stretch.

Shoulders: 16"
Sleeves: 24"
Bust: 18-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist
Skirt: 42" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD1188

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The label on this wonderful Pulitzer dress dates it to the early sixties and it is one of her very earliest labels. She began designing and making her dresses in 1960 and her label was set when Jackie Kennedy wore one of her dresses in Life Magazine. Her bright colored, happy little shifts were favorites of Hampton society girls and they have become classics. Her dresses are bright and fresh and the early ones always incorporated lace details. This one does just that with an applique of lace that runs around the neck and down the front on either side of the buttons. There is also a ring of lace on each sleeve. I love the rounded neckline and long sleeves. It buttons right to the hem and the skirt widens out as it nears that hem. The print on this one is fantastic - it is a happy yellow and green floral print set on a crisp white backdrop. It looks to have never been worm and is a fantastic piece that still feels fresh even after all these years. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes at the front with buttons. Each cuff buttons to close with two buttons.

Sleeves: 24.5"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 25" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 41.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2736

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This is a beautiful and romantic full length dress with a matching full length scarf or cape piece that can be worn in a variety of ways by the great American couturier Oscar de la Renta. Both pieces are constructed from a lightweight, printed silk chiffon that has a pretty floral design screened onto it's black base. I love how the silk of the cape has an extra layer of texture with its little rectangles of a more opaque pattern woven through the silk effect woven directly into it - this really gives it in extra bit of texture and interest visually - like a lattice upon which the flowers trail across. The bodice of the dress itself is so pretty. It is gathered across the bust and there are tiny silk straps that come out from the center and curve up and around the neck. The skirt cascades to the floor and the silk chiffon floats over the inner silk skirting giving it the feel of airiness and lightness. The skirt is not too full nor too slim. A matching long caped piece can be worn a variety of ways - it hooks to close at the neck and the lightness of the silk allows you to wear it as a cape or even as a long scarf. A really lovely and pretty set that is very well made. Excellent condition

The dress is fully lined in a black silk chiffon through the skirt and a more opaque silk through the bodice. The cape is unlined. The dress closes with a hand set, side painted metal zipper and the cape closes with a hook & eye at the neck. Hand finishes.

Dress
Bust: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam with room for an A cup at the front
Under Bust: 14"
Natural Waist: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 55" from top of the bodice dress to hem. The halter allows the area formt he top of the bodice to the neck to be adjusted

Shawl
Length: 55.5" neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XSpSML

Item# DD2732

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This is an absolutely incredible caftan that appears to have been custom or hand made. The detailing and embellishment that has been added to this caftan is remarkable. It has a decent weight to it - the red chiffon fabric is very light in weight but all that extensive detailing on the neck and down each sleeve done in all those fabulous glass rhinestones all add up in weight. However, once it is on and it settles into place, it is not unwieldy to wear at all. I love the red used, it is a rich luxurious color and it adds to the glamorous and exotic feel of the piece. The glass crystal rhinestones are heavily applied and set in an elaborate and regal bib down the front, The extend down and over each shoulder and run down the sleeves and then circle around the cuffs. It makes for a beautiful effect and you feel very  glamorous once this is on. The caftan is not labelled but it a stand out piece regardless. It is truly unique and fabulous. Excellent condition

The inner attached dress that serves as a lining is made from a red silky rayon and completely lines the dress including the sleeves but is only attached at the neck. There are two ties attached to the top layer of the dress, inside the dress at the waist area. These tie around the inner dress to give shape. Snaps close on each cuff. It slips over the head to wear with no other closures. You could easily add to the inner dress if you needed more room. The cut will fit pretty much any size. The red is more of a true red in person - it has more of a pink undertone then the orange undertone it photoed with

Sleeves: 22" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Inner bust: 25" flat across from side seam to side seam
Inner waist: 21.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Inner hips: to 26" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 57" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: OSFA

Item# E619

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

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This very beautiful and perfectly cut couture dress from Courreges. Courreges spent 11 years as a cutter for Balenciaga before starting his own label and that high standard of tailoring shows in his garments. The fabric on this dress is exactly what you look for in a classic Courreges - it is a good weight wool that holds the intended shape, slightly textured and done in his signature cream color. That slight texture and absolutely superb seaming are all that is needed to highlight the cut of this fabulous little dress. The skirt falls in an A-line and the waist simply skims past the torso. The shoulders are cut high and slightly inset. A beautiful curved seam meets the center seam that runs down the center. and this is repeated at the back with a small strap that is set at the lower back and buttons into place. The sleeves are set ling and slim but do pouf slightly above the buttoned cuffs. Extremely collectible and rare with the Courreges couture label in place. It is entirely made by hand and a stunning example of his work during this time period. Excellent, museum quality condition.

Fully lined in a hand set cream silk. It closes with a back, fine, painted metal zipper and the detailing at the lower back buttons on with proper finished buttonholes. It buttons to close on each cuff. Perhaps a touch more of a true cream in person. I see two pinhead size storage marks on the inside of one sleeve and the slightest of marks on the front and back skirt that I cannot capture on film. I only see it in very specific lights so it is very faint but there. I have priced the dress accordingly and this would be in the 3's if this was not there. It's honestly not something that deters at all when on so this is an exceptional price for couture piece of this era.

Sleeves: 21"
Slightly inset shoulders: 14"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 33" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2727

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 Candy Flower print, developed by Celia Birtwell for Ossie Clark is, in my opinion, one of the best of the Ossie Prints and is definitely one of the most recognizable. This top has an extra layer of interest in that it has a twin in a different fabric that is currently held in The Met Museum (reference photo here). Our version is in a more opaque fabric and was a custom order for Astrid Lundstrom who was Bill Wyman's common-law wife from 1967 till 1983. Bill was of course the bassist for the Stones from 1962 until 1993. This was acquired directly from Astrid. She was a personal friend of Ossie's and he made this top for her himself at her request. It is not labelled as a result - she literally remembers grabbing it the moment it was finished and it never did end up getting a label sewn into it. It is a masterpiece of his work and wraps and ties at the front to close. Astrid was very tiny so on the mannequin the top sits with a space running down the front as she was tinier then the mannequin. If you look at the photo of the op held at The Met you see how it looks fully closed. Ruffles run down the front and cascade from the cuffs. They themselves are especially interesting as they are pieces rectangular panels of fabric and there is an immense amount of fabric used. This is a rare and iconic piece of Ossie's work with the added bonus of a bit of rock and roll provenance and a museum connection. Excellent condition.

Unlined and ties to close at the front.

Sleeves: 18.5"
Shoulders: 13.5"
Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 24.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# S768

Reference Photos: (1) 1970-75 Ossie Clark Blouse from The MET Collection.  /  (2) Moyra Swan by David Montgomery for Vogue UK July 1969.

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