'One can never overstate the importance of accessories. They are what turns a dress into something else. I like dresses to be sober and accessories to be wild'

-- Yves Saint Laurent, 1977.

Yves Saint Laurent is one of the most influential fashion designers of our time and his jewels have as much relevance as his clothing. He created exquisite jewellery to complement each of his collections and the creations that incorporate poured glass and the vivid colors of his collections are among the most coveted.

This is an exceptional piece with an over-sized fringe tassle that I believe is a Coppola e Torro detail that is also combined with poured glass. YSL has his jewellery created by many different sources and Torro did many pieces For The Haute Couture designers including Elsa Schiaparelli, Valentino, Pucci, Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, Ken Scott And Roberta Di Camerino. I believe this is one such piece. It is  large - the dangling pendant/brooch measures a full 6 inches long and 3 inches across the top portion. This pendant piece slips onto that a thick gold knot chain with a hook and once detached can be worn as a brooch. A very unusual combination. The round accent pieces are a mix of opaque and a more translucent poured glass, combining an opaque coral with blue and green. The tassel is feels like glass beads and are strands of green with each ending in a single red bead. It i s a beautiful piece of costume jewellery.

The pendant is 3" wide x 6" long and the chain is 16" with a slip closure. The logo plate can be found on the back of the pendant. The pendant has a large brooch closure as shown.

Item# A332

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This little hat is just fantastic and a wonderful fine. It is pink and the top covered in sequins. Ties extend from the back and tie leaving a keyhole that you can slip your hair through or leave as a decorative detail. This also allows this to fit on just about any size head. I have tied it a couple of ways but I really think that you could tie and style this endlessly around different hair dos. I adore it - it is so unusual and so unique. Excellent condition

The ties make the size variable

Item# A330

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This is a pretty little labeled hat made from a peach silk that has a touch of texture in its weave. The brim is slightly enforced so it has some shape once on, but it is really meant to "flop" and sit softly on the head. I love the little rosette braided detail that runs around the crown. It is a pretty little summer hat. Excellent condition

16-17" inner circumference but meant to sit on the top of the head so the circumference is almost unnecessary

Item# A328

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I love this little cream turban hat. It just sits tight to the head and gives you an instant feeling of mystery and drama. It is made of a cream fabric that feels like a gauze crepe silk and is entirely draped and folded into place by hand. It has its Milliner label - Renata Originals in it but I have not been able to find out more about who that was or a definitive date. Its fabulous regardless and I love it.

21" inner circumference

Item# A327

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I love this little dramatic red hat. It just sits off to the side of your head and gives you an instant pop of color and pizazz. It is made of a red grosgrain and is entirely made by hand. It has its Milliner label - Renata Originals in it but I have not been able to find out more about who that was or a definitive date. Its fabulous regardless and I love it.

It has two little combs to attach it to your hair and it is approx 6" high

Item# A325

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A fabulous, deep blue soft felt Yves Saint Laurent hat that feels fresh and relevant. The brim is top stitched with an array of pretty pastel color stitched stripes - pink, blue, yellow and white. These also have been done on the bands that cross over the top of the hat and are anchored by little gold crosses. The colors are very subtle and are a nice little touch that becomes apparent as you get closer to the hat. It feels very on point and modern. Excellent condition

Minimal wear to inside band from past wearing. Otherwise appears new

Size: 22" circumference

Item# A178

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I am a little obsessed with this fedora by Christian Dior. It has a small, neat brim and sits at a jaunty angle once on. It is made of a felted wool and the band that circles the crown is an ultra-suede. The textures those two fabric have when combined are delicious and the colors make it the perfect chic neutral. I love love love the little "arrow" detail that give illusion of going through the hat and how each side of that detailing is anchored with a little gold piece. Trust me - you will wear this one over and over. Excellent condition

Appears unworn other then a slight patina to the gold detailing on the banding. Grosgrain ribbon edging on the interior

21" inner circumference

Item# A309

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Love this high set and unusual Hubert de Givenchy pillbox hat that is a really amazing color combination of a copper and pale pink gold tone silk satin. The label has it earmarked as an "adaptation" which means that it was licensed and made in America for the American market based on the Paris designs. This was common in this time period to work around strict importation rules for fashion and fabrics during this time period. It is meant to sit high on the head and have a structured turban feel to it. Excellent condition

Structured body with a inner, stiffened horsehair net lining. Hand finished. The slightest of grubbiness to the fabric but I am being very picky.

23" inner circumference

Item# A307

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This is a fine and rare 1960s belt that is a huge statement piece. It actually came with a James Galanos dress that was not salvageable and I have had it tucked away for some time. It has no markings but did match the dress it came from so I believe it to be a Galanos piece that was most likely custom made for that dress. The belt is huge - almost more of a waist cincher then a true belt. It is made of suede with a leather backed stuff buckle and then the rest of the belt is pieced suede with a strong graphic design running over it in a combination of a pink, copper tone and taupe. Really unusual and a strong piece.

Unmarked and closes with the front slide buckle. There are marks through the suede as shown - I have not had it cleaned and these could all potentially come out. They don't really bother me since its such a strong piece and I find on vintage suede and leathers that bit of a "lived in feel' add to the authentic feel of each piece

Height: 10" from top to bottom
Width: 54.5" from end to end and will adjust to fit pretty much any size

Item# A291

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This is a beautiful and unusual 1960's canvas handbag by Hermes with a beige canvas linen body and a saddle colored, tan leather trim. The leather handle is quite amazing - it has a sliding clasp so that you can adjust the length from a cross body long strap, or undo that clasp at the top, cross the strap over itself to create a double strap which then slides into place along the sides of the bag. It is quite genius. The front of the bag has the beautiful curved  signature Hermes flap top closure with a gold tone, turnkey metal clasp to fasten. A zippered pocket sits under that fold at the top of the front bag and inside are two slot pockets, one of which is divided into two. Fully lined in tan goatskin. Made in France. In great over all vintage condition,

Wear to the leather throughout with light scuffs, scratched and some minor loss of color as seen in the images. The inside has a few marks from wear and age and the canvas shows some grubbiness. Sold as found. It is possible to take these bags to an Hermes boutique and send then pff to their "spa" for a refresh. There is a cost to that that is bag by bag dependent and I have priced the bag with that in mind so you are getting it at a very good price for such an wonderful and unusual vintage Hermes! This is real fashion history.

the bag measures 10" W x 8" H x 2.5" D. When the handle is worn long it adds 19" to the height. When it is worn short it adds 8" to the height. It has three interior slot pockets, one of which is stitched down the middle to divide it and one exterior zippered pockets.

Item# B139

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A fine vintage Chanel gilt metal brooch. Iconic circle brooch with those famous interlocking double C's in its original box. Original pin back stamped and guaranteed authentic. Excellent condition

Diameter: 1.75"

Item# A245

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This is a pretty flapper cloche or skull cap that is completely hand beaded. It is getting harder and harder to find really exceptional pieces from this time period so when you do you know it is special! It is a pretty combination of seed and tube beads with little "pearl" beads mixed in. The hand work is easy to see from the interior and the beads densely cover the surface. The metallic hued interior of the beads have oxidized overtime giving the cap this lovely antiqued silver feel. The inside is ribbon edged but unlined and this allows you to easily see all the extensive hand work. It just sort of clamps into place and cut with one part curving up away form the head. On each end a separate and more densely beaded piece is placed for extra glamor. Excellent condition

Almost impossible to measure as it just sits on the head with no true circumference It has some flexibility built in and that makes it one size fits all. The mannequin it is shown on would be the same size as a normal average size girl.

Modern Sizing Equivalent: One Size Fits All

Item# A237

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Issued in Fall 2000, this is the  'Feu Du Ciel' by Kwumi Sefedin in the versatile pocket square size. The design name translates to "Heavenly Fires" and in the Hermes scarf book the artists statement for the design says:

"Once, there were two gods watching over us. The first the god of Lehreh inhabited the skies of western Sudan, from where he sent down in timely fashion those life-giving rainstorms which gain such respect. The second, called Bail, in the same part of the heavens, scattered gold with both hands to sow the thick velvet of the night with stars. Each strove against each, for the happiness of all. It happened long ago, far back in the lands, where our races began; we return there in our dreams incessantly, towed by the stars."

Unworn, with care tag attached. The colors are bright and vibrant. Handsewn, handrolled to front, plump. No Hermes Box. Guaranteed authentic

16" x 16" or 41cm x 41cm

Item# A227

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This season's statement making Versace Medusa chain necklace in gold and white combination. A large medallion features the Versace signature Medusa head. A long, multi strand chain fringe tassel. This necklace is available now. Retail for approx $950 inc taxes in stores now.

Chain is 12.25" long, medallion is 7" high x 1.75" wide. Made in Italy. Has all original packaging and authenticity tags. Guaranteed authentic. Nickel-free metal. 

Item# A224

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In a pretty shade of soft pink mixed with a gold toned thread woven to make the iconic Fendi logo, the exterior of this bag is instantly recognizable as being from the house of Fendi. Made of a beautiful light woven silk, this pretty little pouchette bag is the perfect pop of soft color for spring. I live the softness of the shape and the pretty lines that still feel modern and fresh! Excellent condition and appears to have never been carried.

Unlined and closes with a gold toned zipper at the top. Embossed logo gold toned hardware and serial number under the leather interior tag. Light scratches in the gold hardware consistent with age but no true flaws - the exterior looks show room new.

9" W x 6" H x 4" D - the handle adds 4" to the height

Item# B125

In clean, as found condition. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.