Janice Wainwright launched her own label in 1970 and continued designing into the 1980s. Her work in the late 1970s and 1980s simplified in terms of embellishments and embroidery but she still used amazing fabrics and the better of her later pieces, like this one, explored drape and bias cuts. This dress is made from a beautiful red silk that has a dot pattern worked directly into the silk. The dots seems to be fused onto the silk and each has the slightest but of a 'fringe'; around the outsides. This gives them a bit of a 3D quality and adds to the texture of the dress. The construction is very interesting. It is all bias cut with a strong nod to 1930s lingerie in how it is cut. It floats over the body with a deep plunge at both the front and back. You see the classic angled seams of the thirties through the waist and in how the skirt is attached. This allows it to flow over the body and never feel very tight but still highlight every curve. It ties to close at the top of each shoulder and I would bet that you could figure out different ways to tie and wear it. It is beautiful. Excellent condition with a small note below

Fully lined in a red silk chiffon that is also bias cut. It slips on the wear and ties at the stop of each shoulder. The bias cut allows it to fit a range of sizes and it could easily be altered for the perfect fit on a smaller frame. It is tagged a vintage UK12, US10, FR40, IT44. There is a small repair near the hem at the back

Bust: from 16-24" flat across with no true side seams due to the side plunge
Waist to hips: to 25" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: approx 60" from top of shoulder to longest point of the hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-XL

Item# DD3014

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

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The Polly Peck company started up in the 1940s by a British husband and wife team, Raymond and Sybil Zelker. Sybil designed the clothing and her husband handled the business end of things. By the late seventies - just after the time period this dress would be from, they sold out to a large investment firm. This dress is from when they still managed the company and Sybil was doing the designing.

The dress is a pretty little wrap in a black synthetic crepe that will hold up extremely well to traveling and  is hand washable. That makes it that perfect dress to throw into a suit case and know it will be good to wear upon arrival no matter where you land in the world. It is suspended by tiny little straps and the wrap gives you a low plunge at the front and an expanse of skin at the back. There is a gathered detail at the waist and long, skinny attached ties that allow you to cinch it in for shape. The skirt curves up and around where it wraps and when you walk or sit you get a flash of leg. It is simple, but kind of perfect, and still high on impact. Excellent condition.

Unlined and wraps to close with ties at the waist. Tagged a vintage UK 10. The wrapped and open design will give allow you to adjust a few inches up or down from the listed measurements.

Bust: 14-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11-13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 37" from waist to longest part of hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3011

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Koos Van den Akker started his career as an apprenticeship with Christian Dior in the late 1950s. This early exposure to Haute Couture shows in pieces like this. This particular dress is exceptional and a real testament to his beginnings in the world of couture. He was a designer that started from the fabric, allowing it to influence the final design. Here he uses the semi-transparency of the beads on a fine netted lace to shape and mold the body underneath. The lace used is a combination of a red and black. Hand sewn onto the black portions of the lace are thousands of tiny black sequins. These are set into place to follow the pattern of the lace and they cover the dress from shoulder to hem. Covering the red parts of the design are tiny seed beads, again hand applied by the thousands to the lace net below. The combination of beads and sequins catch the light wonderfully when you move. The dress itself is fitted through the body and the sleeves are set so that the the shoulders are left bare. The dress is lined in a layer of fine black silk that gives you coverage through the body but leaves the upper neckline and sleeves semi-transparent. The semi-transparency is also used in the deep V in the back and for the last couple of inches of the hem. The workmanship is very fine and the is truly exquisite in person. Excellent condition

Lined in black silk and closes with a hidden set painted metal and nylon zipper. Fully boned through the torso for support.

Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 33" from top of shoulder (where it sits off shoulder) to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2305

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This is a seriously fabulous jumpsuit  and jacket from by the iconic Diane Von Furstenberg. Diane moved to New York with her husband, Prince Eduard Egon von Furstenberg in 1969. She had design aspirations and in 1970 showed her first collection. It was in 1972 that she first debuted her now-iconic 'wrap dress' for the working woman, revolutionizing American women's apparel. By 1976, she had sold 5 million wrap dresses, landed covers of Newsweek and The Wall Street Journal and was a regular within the pages of Vogue. By then she had added the jumpsuit to her line up and they were also a success. She is actually wearing a similar piece in the Vogue reference photo I have included here. and a strikingly similar version appeared in Vogue editorial that year as well.

Girls bought these jumpsuits in droves and wore them to travel, dance in, and pretty much everything else. You do see Diane's dress versions of these pieces from this time period pop up more often then the jumpsuits do, but I am always on the lookout for these as well. They are harder to find but worth the hunt. This one, with its graphic black and white tulip print that is screened onto a soft stretch jersey is wonderful. It has long, lean lines and makes you look and feel supermodel tall in it. The contrasting black and white design covers the fabric from the top of the collar of the jacket to the bottom of that fabulous hem of the pant legs. The print is crisp and it looks fresh and new. I doubt this was ever worn at all. The jacket falls to just past the hip and is cut to fit to the body. It buttons at the front so you can wear it open or closed. The sleeves are long and lean and the collar appropriately pointed for the time period. The original tie belt cinches in the waist and can be worn with the jacket or around the waist of the jumpsuit. The jumpsuit underneath is cut to hug the torso and is scooped at the front and the back. The waist is seamed and the legs are cut straight and long, gradually widening as they hit the hem. The final result is one long, lean, supermodel silhouette. Excellent condition.

The jumpsuit and jacket are unlined. The jacket closes down the front with buttons and comes with it's original matching fabric belt. The jumpsuit has a back set zipper. The jersey has some stretch but the waist is seamed on the jumpsuit so has less give on that particular measurement. It appears to have never been worn, or worn very little.

Jacket
Sleeves: 24.5"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 17-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 29" from neck to hem

Jumpsuit
Bust: 15.5-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Torso: 31" from top of shoulder to top of inseam
Length: 63.5" from shoulder to hem
Inseam: 36.5"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD3007

Reference Photos: (1) Diane Von Furstenberg in Vogue US, July 1976.  /  (2) Diane Von Furstenberg Looks in Vogue US, July 1976.  / 

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I love the design of this jumpsuit. It's got a bit of a sexy vibe with the scooped front, but still feels easy and chic. That graphic black on white print gives it a touch of drama and the wash and wear jersey makes it super easy to wear and travel with. The legs are cut extraordinarily wide. At first glance you might think it is a dress but once on it gives you the ease of a jumpsuit. The bodice is cut in a cured scoop at the front and it also zips up the front so that you can leave as much skin showing as you wish. The sleeves are cut long and straight and it meant to be more fitted through the torso to balance out the width of the pants. It is made out a washable jersey that is easy to travel with and stays virtually wrinkle free. It is the kind of piece you can throw into a suitcase and be able to pull out and wear right away. It works from day to night depending on how you style it and if you go with flats or heels. The white still feels crisp and the black floral print pops off that white backdrop perfectly. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a front, hidden set painted metal & nylon zipper. Each leg is a full 75" around. The fabric does has some stretch

Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14-15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Torso: 30" from top of shoulders to top of inseam
Length: 56" from top of shoulders to hem
Inseam: 29.5"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD3008

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 wrap dresses and jumpsuits by Diane Von Furstenberg have become an iconic staple and this is one of the originals. Diane moved to New York with her husband, Prince Eduard Egon Von Furstenberg in 1969. She had design aspirations and in 1970 showed her first collection. It was in 1972 that she first debuted her now-iconic 'wrap dress' for the working woman, revolutionizing American women's apparel. By 1976, she had sold 5 million wrap dresses, landed covers of Newsweek and The Wall Street Journal and was a regular within the pages of Vogue. By then she had added the jumpsuit to her line up and they were also a success. I have included one of her ads for a similar jumpsuit from that year, and also a shot of Farrah Fawcett wearing a version.

Girls bought these jumpsuits in droves and wore them to travel, dance in, and pretty much everything else. You do see Diane's dress versions of these pieces from this time period pop up more often then the jumpsuits do, but I am always on the lookout for these as well. They are harder to find but worth the hunt. This one, with its graphic starburst print in black and shades of grey is wonderful. The print is screened onto a soft stretch jersey and the design covers the jumpsuit from head to toe. It has long, lean lines and makes you look and feel supermodel tall in it. This is a play on here classic wrap dress. The top part of it is cut in the exact same line as her dresses were with a cross over bodice that plunges at the front and long lean sleeves with a flip over cuffs. Each panel of the bodice extends out to long ties, with one sliding through a hidden slit along the side seam, and then both wrap around the waist to close the top part around you and  cinch in the waist. This allows you to fit it perfectly around your waist and torso. It also gives it a sexy plunge front. From there the legs are cut straight and long, gradually widening as they hit the hem. The final result is one long, lean, supermodel silhouette. Excellent condition.

The jumpsuit is unlined, slips on and then ties onto places as described above. The fabric is a soft jersey that has an almost heavy T-shirt feeling finish to it. The fabric does have some stretch. It appears to have been worn very little.

Jumpsuit

Sleeve: 24"
Shoulder: 15"
Bust: to approx 18" flat across from side seam to side seam and can be adjusted
Waist: 12-14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to approx 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Torso: 31" from top of shoulder to top of inseam
Length: 63" from shoulder to hem
Inseam: 35.5"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD3009

Reference photos: (1-2) Cherie, Owner of Shrimpton Couture, by Erin Leydon.  /  (3) Diane Von Furstenberg Ad in Vogue US, April 1976.  /  (4) Farrah Fawcett in DVF, 1976.

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This gorgeous dress by Hanae Mori is a personal favorite and I was happy to be able to document it to her 1977 collection. I love that it is made from a printed yukata cotton, a fabric traditionally used for more casual summer kimonos. The reference photo shows other, similar dresses from that same collection.

You see most of her work done on silks and this fabric choice brings a deeper dimension to the print. It allowed her to make the white parts of her design a stark contrast to the deep blue and keep the edges of the print crisp and clean. I also love that she uses two prints to contrast the bodice from the skirt. On the bodice the print is larger and depicts beautiful round fans, whereas the skirt has a vertical lines with pretty little flowers scattered among them. The top is cut from four overlapping panels that cross over each other at the front and back. The back utilizes the design in how the dress closes with cleverly set hidden snaps and hooks that follow the edges to open the waist and bust to allow you to slip it on. The skirt is set just under the bust and then falls to the floor in a gently widening sweep of fabric. It is very pretty and yet still a striking and unusual piece. Excellent condition.

Unlined and slips on to wear with hidden hook and snaps that open the waist and bust. Elastic through the high set waist. Attached ties at the waist that you can wrap and tie for more shape. The cut will allow it to fit a variety of sizes

Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam

Elastic at the seam under the bust: 13-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Natural waist: open
Hips: to 24" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 11" from top of shoulder to seam under bust
Skirt: 45" from seam under bust to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD3005

Reference Photo: Hanae Mori Spring 1977 Collection Presentation.

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The book 'Ossie Clark, 1964-1974' by Judith Watts, has a coat pictured in it from the 1971 collection with the same slightly off-set buttoned front that this suit has. The label on the suit is his couture/custom made label and this is certainly the only version of this particular suit that I have seen. I love the shade of red. It is one that is flattering to most skin tones and has such impact despite the relative simplicity of the design. The suit is two pieces, a light weight top that is shaped more along the lines of a jacket, and a pair of trousers. The pants are flat fronted with minimal seaming and cut to be fitted and sit high and slim around the waist and hips. The legs widen out as they near the hem and that cut gives the effect of an extra long leg. The jacket is cut to skim over the body and lands just below the hips. It buttons entirely up the front and by the time is reaches the wide set collar the buttons sit just under one side so the entire row of buttons is set just off the center point. Angled, top set, flap pockets sit on each hip and the collar is elongated and pointed - a signature Ossie collar. The fabric choice utilizes another of his favored signatures - it's a moss crepe that drapes and sits wonderfully. Presents as excellent condition overall with some minor notes to review below.

Unlined with the jacket buttoning up the front and the pants zipping. There is some slight fading across each shoulder that I have photoed. It is priced accordingly. Tagged an vintage Ossie UK 12 but of course go by the actual measurements. It is cut small.

Jacket
Sleeves: "22
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 30" from top of bodice to waist

Pants
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 44" from top of bodice to waist
Inseam: 32" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD3003

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This is one my own personal favorites of all the Bill Tice designs. I own a version of it myself that I wear endlessly and will always have on in my closet. I am very happy to have finally found documentation of it and that the documentation for it ended up being an editorial that featured Jerry Hall for Vogue in 1981. I have had versions of this in the shop before and every girl that has bought one through me has loved it. It is one of those fail safe pieces that you know is going to work every time you put it on. When I do get one in they tend to fly out the door. It is insanely sexy with an easy to wear caftan feel that is suspended from one single shoulder. It is made of a black liquid jersey that feels amazing on and has the added bonus of traveling very well. It is the kind of piece you can throw into your suit case and slip on with either flats or heels when you reach some far off destination and be instantly ready to go. The inner dress is long and slim and this is topped by a looser overlay that is cut on an angle. There is a high slit up one leg that shows when you walk or sit . The single shoulder ties into place and it is accented by his signature curved top stitch gold lame. Excellent condition

Unlined and slips on. Ties at the top of the shoulder. The easy fit allows it work on a variety of sizes. The gold is a true gold in person

Bust: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19-22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 59" from shoulder to hem and you can adjust at the shoulder
Slit: 16" from hem to top

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-LRG

Reference Photo: Jerry Hall in Bill Tice. Vogue US, August 1981.

Item# DD2938

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This is from the same time period as the other two Tice pieces that just landed in the shop so am confident to date it that same period where he was using that top stitched gold fabric to accent his pieces. The dress is very easy to wear and forgiving on most figures with its loose and voluminous cut through the body. Keep in mind that it does not mean that it is not as sexy as some of the others - it is just sexy in a different way. It is made of a black liquid jersey that feels amazing on and has the added bonus of traveling very well. It is the kind of piece that you can throw into your suit case and slip on with either flats or heels when you reach some far off destination and be instantly ready to go. It is has one single shoulder and sleeve and the other is left bare. The dress itself is long and full through the body with a high slit on the side opposite to the sleeve for balance. This lets some bare leg show when you walk or sit. The entire neckline is accented by his signature top stitch gold lame and this then ties right on the top of that one shoulder. Excellent condition.

Unlined and slips on. Ties at the top of the shoulder. The easy fit allows it work on a variety of sizes. The gold is a true gold in person. The open cut will allow it to fit pretty much any size

Sleeve: Approx 23"
Bust: to 25" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist-hips: to 24" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: approx 54" from shoulder to hem and you can adjust at the shoulder
Slit: 20" from hem to top of slit at the side

Modern Sizing Equivalent: OSFA

Item# DD2999

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I love when i get versions of this dress in the shop and I am happy to have finally found documentation of it for this round as well in not just one, but two ads in the 1980-1981 time period that it was produced. Versions have been worn by countless celebrities since. Lady Gaga wore a version, as have girls like Rachel Zoe & Nicole Richie and every girl that has bought one through me has loved it. It is one of those fail safe pieces that you know is going to work every time you put it on. When I do get one in they tend to fly out the door. The dress is insanely sexy with a halter style front that plunges to the waist and a back that is left completely open and bare. It is made of a black liquid jersey that feels amazing on and has the added bonus of traveling very well. It is the kind of piece that you can throw into your suit case and slip on with either flats or heels when you reach some far off destination and be instantly ready to go. The front has a high slit that shows when you walk or sit and I love the signature wide top stitch gold belt at the waist. The belt is attached all the way around the back and then ties at the front to cinch you in exactly to where you want. Excellent condition.

Unlined and slips on. Ties at the back of the neck and at the waist. Elastic through the front portion of the waist. The easy fit allows it work on a variety of sizes. The gold is a true gold in person

Bust: variable as there are no side seams
Partial elastic waist: 13-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: approx 15" from natural neck to waist but can be tied to adjust the length if needed
Skirt: 44" from top of back waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# DD3000

Reference Photos: (1) Bill Tice for Swirl Ad. Vogue US, September 1980.  /  (2) Bill Tice Ad. Vogue US, September 1981.  /  (3) Nancy Kissinger in Bill Tice, Vogue, October 1980.

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This is one of my very favorite Gucci pieces from when Frida Giannini was the creative director of the house. It is also one of the most well documented pieces from this collection as it was featured in the ad campaign that year. It was Look 43 in the pre-fall show. Style.com review of the collection included these remarks: "Frida Giannini has gotten a lot of celebrity mileage out of her ode to the Jazz Age.....The designer's follow-up for pre-fall is a good deal more subdued, almost minimal at times. And over at Vogue the reviews mentioned the gowns: Meanwhile, the evening attire is lighter and simpler, possibly embellished with some subtle appliqués or floral fantasies, and baring the shoulders."

The dress has a definitive Grecian feel to it with its one shoulder silhouette. The 'jazz age' touch mentioned in the review above is apparent with that cluster of large crystal embellishments that run over the single shoulder. These are topped with a beautiful dragonfly pin. I love that it was made as an actual working pin so that it can be moved and placed where ever as you wish it to be on the dress, or you can wear it separately as a stand alone piece of jewellery. The cut is loose and easy through the body and it simply drapes over your curves. This makes it very comfortable to wear and very flattering once on. There is a high cut slit running up the seam of one leg so when you move or sit you get a flash of skin showing. Very chic and has a bit of a timeless feel to it. Excellent condition.

Unlined with a built in corset bodice that is lightly boned. This interior bodice has its own separate zipper and then there is a second, hidden set zipper on the side of the outer layer. Tagged a modern Gucci 40

Bust: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Interior waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 62" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2258

Reference Photos: (1) Pre-Fall 2012 Gucci Presentation.  /  (2-3) Ad Campaign photos by Mert & Marcus.  /  (4-5) Nicole Richie wearing this dress at her Honey Minx launch party.

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This is a sexy and easy to wear one shoulder dress done in a black jersey by one of my favorite California designers, Joy Stevens. Her designs ruled the night clubs of the seventies and have a sexy but easy to wear feel to them. They were the type of thing you just threw on, looked fabulous and could dance until 3 in without worrying about how they would hold up. Her best pieces were made from a fluid jersey (like this piece) and this allowed them to both move and wear well. This dress is so easy to wear with its inner jersey dress that is cut to skim over the body and gently widens out as it nears the hem. Over this is a panel of the same fabric that drapes from the shoulder and loops down and across the front and back of the dress along the side that the shoulder is left bare on. The shoulder is slightly exaggerated and I love how it is set long the top in a series of gathers. The jersey is wash and wear so it is easy to travel with. Excellent condition.

Unlined and slips on to wear with no closures. The fabric has stretch so will fit a range of sizes

Bust: 15-18" flat across from side seam to side seam

Waist: 13-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18-22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 53" from top of shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2993

Reference Photos: Cherie, Owner of Shrimpton Couture.

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This Hanae Mori dress is stunning with its wonderful color combination that effortlessly combines her love of fabric and print. It is full length, easy to wear and  constructed from feather light silk chiffon. The colors are beautiful, mixing a deep red with blues along with pops of white and navy. The dress is constructed from two layers of silk chiffon with a custom designed pattern that covers the surface of the exterior layer. This gives the dress an airy light feel as it floats over the body. I love the huge stylized print that covers the surface of the dress. The sleeves are long and left unlined with slits at the cuffs that add to the airy and light feel they have. The nod to a caftan in the cut make it easy to wear and flattering to a variety of figures. Hanae was the first woman of Japanese descent whose label was admitted as an official Haute Couture atelier. Her sense of color and line are impeccable and you can see that in this wonderful example of her work. You can wear this loose and easy as shown, or add a belt it to create more shape. Excellent condition.

The dress is  made of three layers, the printed, top silk chiffon layer, a middle solid silk chiffon layer and an inner silk lining. The sleeves are left unlined. It closes with a painted metal and nylon zipper that attaches the two inner layers. The outer layer of silk closes with a row of her signature tiny, silk covered snaps. The neckline is finished with a padded piping that extends and ties at the back. Hand finished. Tagged a vintage 6

Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 13"
Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 56" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2694

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I love Bill Blass pieces. Blass was pne of the premiere Americal designers and was known for his effortless chic. He won countless awards including seven Coty Awards and the Fashion Institute of Technology's Lifetime Achievement Award. This dress would have been made while he was still running the company and it has many of his hallmarks, A love of simplicity, the mixing of great fabrics and a bit of a subtle play on sexuality that never crossed the line. The body of the dress is made of a mix of fabrics that add to its visual interest. The skirt and draped panels on the bodice and back are a black silk chiffon that is hand set into place. This creates that feel of softness and lightness that the dress has. When you move the skirt twirls and moves with you. It is cut to hug your curves and shape the body. The bodice has interior boning to form and shape the bust. The base layer is a nude silk that gives the illusion from the distance that you are seeing bare skin through the black lace. The lace is a heavy thread that forms little 3D flowers set into the pattern. These peek out as if it is a separate piece set under the draping and adds to the sensuality of the dress. It is wonderful. Excellent condition

Fully lined in black sueded silk and with a silk inner corseting that is boned and adds support. It closes with a back set zipper and the black chiffon panels wrap over it and hook down one side. Inner attached waist stay for added support.

Bust: 15-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 42" from top of bodice to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2989

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In 1952, Givenchy founded his namesake house on Rue Alfred de Vigny in Paris and quickly rose to fame as one of the grand couturiers. 16 years later for the 1968-69 season, he added a ready-to-wear line of clothing and accessories called “Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique”. The line was initially sold in the United States exclusively through Bergdorf-Goodman stores and was eventually available at other retailers as well. The line was high end and extremely well made and made to appeal to his non-couture clients. It continued until 1992.

This dress is made from an easy to wear, synthetic jersey fabric in a deep blue. Many people are surprised to see pieces from the larger ateliers producing dresses using this fabric, but at the time this was a cutting edge fabric with all the promises of long life and easy care. High end designers like Givenchy were on the forefront of these developments in fabric. They were also practical as many of their clients traveled extensively and this fabric could be popped into a suitcase at one end and worn immediately upon arrival at the other. The dress has a simple cut with a pretty red and white floral print scattered over its surface. The neckline has a square cut with straps that curve up and over the shoulders. The bodice has been draped and gathered all the way around the torso. From the waist the skirt falls to the floor, gently widening out as it nears the hem. It is a gorgeous little piece that can easily go from day to evening with a change of accessories. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a back zipper. Hand finishes and hand edged inner seams. Inner waist stay that closes with hook & eye. The fabric has some stretch

Bust: 15-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17" from top of shoulder strap to waist
Skirt: 40" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2712

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

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

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

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1416

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Annacat is a label that is very hard to find and quite rare. When you do find one and it is as wonderful as this one is you really feel like celebrating. In its day, Annacat pieces were often featured in editorials for Vogue, US & the UK, and Harper's Bazaar. The label was a favorite of fashion insiders and was worn by It girls and rock stars. This dress is a great example of the level of quality that they were producing then. It is very sexy in a very pretty and romantic kind of way. It is made from a bias cut, almost weightless, ribbon print silk chiffon. The ribbon detailing has a slight sheen that gives the dress a bit of a glowing effect that is very pretty. The silk is so light that it almost seems to float around you when you move. The bodice blouses over the bust with a V neck that has a tie at the top. The fabric here is all finished with tiny little pin tucks for extra detailing and it s gathered slightly where the waist is. Each sleeve is a pretty flutter of silk. The sleeves are slit down each side and then caught up again along the hem of the sleeve. The opening continues across the shoulders and is suspended by ties on each side of the neck for a pretty peek of skin. The skirt has yards of fabric that is all cut on the bias. I love how the skirt is cut to be longer at the center of the front and back and comes up on each side slightly. A matching fabric tie wraps around the waist to cinch it in. It feels very much like a 70s version of a thirties tea dress and is even better in person. Excellent condition.

The bodice and skirt are lined in a nude silk chiffon and the sleeves are unlined. It is bias cut and slips on to wear and then the tie belt cinches it in to fit. The bias cut and easy fit will allow for a range of sizes

Sleeves: 11"
Shoulders: no true seams
Bust: 17-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15-17" flat across from side seam to side seam and then you cinch with the belt. It has to be wider as it slips on to wear
Hips: open as fabric is bias cut
Bodice: 15" from top of bodice to waist + a 3" band at the waist
Skirt: to 42" from top of waist banding to longest point on the hem, 33" to the shortest

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2988

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

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

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

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS

Item# DD1578

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In 1952, Givenchy founded his namesake house on Rue Alfred de Vigny in Paris and quickly rose to fame as one of the grand couturiers. 16 years later for the 1968-69 season, he added a ready-to-wear line of clothing and accessories called “Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique”. The line was initially sold in the United States exclusively through Bergdorf-Goodman stores and was eventually available at other retailers as well. The line was high end and extremely well made and made to appeal yo his non-couture clients. It continued until 1992.

This dress is from that line and the color combination is striking. It combines a bright, true red with a vivid royal blue for a bold contrast. It is entirely made of a textured silk chiffon and the contrast and impact is created solely by the mixing of the draped panels and those two opposing colors. It is not a dress for a wallflower. The cut has a Grecian feel to it and it is very light in weight so moves wonderfully once on. I love how the curves of the dress work in combination with each other to make the design beautiful to look at no matter what angle you see it from. The skirt flows to the floor with two layers of the red bias silk chiffon set over an inner silk lining. This gives it beautiful flow and a feeling of lightness and airiness. A panel of blue silk wraps around the waist and ties off to one side to trail down and contrast against the red. The bodice of the dress is cut to follow your curves and the hand placed, gathered chiffon is draped down and across the waist and bust to create a flattering line. Again you have that contrast in color with the panels switching from red to blue. The top panel on the bust is blue and this has a panel of silk attached at one side that drapes up and over the shoulder. This then falls like a long angel sleeve over the arm and to the floor. This dress really moves wonderfully when on and is quite beautiful and striking. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a red silk through the skirt and a blue silk through the bodice. It closes with a side set painted metal and nylon zipper. Hand finishes. Tagged a vintage 40

Bust: to 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips at inner lining: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from top of shoulder to inner waist seam
Skirt: 43" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2983

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Phoebe Vickers and Purna Khatau are teh duo behind the relatively new label, Rhode Resort. Their self-described concept behind their designs is "to create a complete vacation wardrobe, using luxe feel-good fabrics, sophisticated colors, and hand-crafted embellishments." This caftan is from their 2016 collection and was called the Casu Caftan dress. It is an easy to wear, light weight, fine cotton caftan. The base fabric is 100% cotton voile and the fresco print is a mix of red, blues and taupes on a crisp white Indian cotton. I love the loose and easy kaftan cut that has little cuffs built in at the side to slip your hands through. The edges are tasseled with a deep green tassel trim that runs over the entire edge of the dress. Each side has a tassel edged slits that run up to about knee height. The V neckline has a pretty lacing detail for the perfect finish. It has never been worn and still has the original tags attached.

Unlined and slip over the head to wear. Original tags attached. Size M/L but will fit a variety of sizes due to the loose cut

Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: open with no true defined seams
Waist-hip: to 28" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 57" from neck to bottom of tassels at the hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# DD2984

Reference Photo: Far Fetch.

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Mollie Parnis is one of my favorite American designers. During the course of her career she dressed numerous first ladies and her work was held in high regard. She started a label with her husband in 1933 and by the 1940s was designing solely under her own label. The boutique label launched in 1970 and the fabrics used for this label were targeted to a younger audience and the fabrics used for it tended to be more whimsical and brighter to appeal to a younger clientele. This example is exceptional and very pretty. It has a bit of a renaissance, milkmaid feel to it with its laced corseted front, even if the laces are most decorative. It is as pretty in person as it appears in the photos and I think its even better in real life. I love the contrasting colors and play on the two prints. They work off of each other to give the top and skirt contrast but still tie it all together wonderfully. The bodice has seaming and that lace front detail to emphasize the bust line.  It is banded below that in the same purple floral print cotton with a empire feeling waist. From there the skirt falls to the ground in that gorgeous contrasting red with its own floral print covering it. There is a ton of fabric in the skirt so you get great movement. It is really a gorgeous little number. Excellent condition.

Fully lined through the skirt in a red silk voile. The bodice is finished inside in the same fabric as the exterior. The laces do cinch it in a bit so the fit is perfect, but are mainly decorative. It closes with a back painted metal & nylon zipper. Note the straps seem to fit long for the cut and where the bust sits once on, I suspect most girls will want to shorten them to fit properly.

Bust: to 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Seam under bust: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam

Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from top of straps to waist
Skirt: 44" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2985

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American couturier, James Galanos, typifies that true American glamour. His work combined chic sophistication with bold design and fabric. Galanos was particularly known for his evening wear. He cut and created his designs to extremely high standards and the workmanship is fabulous. He is considered one of the great American couturiers and his dresses and gowns reflect this in terms of construction and quality.

In person, the effect of the gold thread & silver metallic thread worked through the black backdrop is breathtaking. It pops off the black silk chiffon base far more then the photos can capture. The dress is also surprisingly light, far lighter then you would think at first glance. This is because the base is a double layer of a black silk chiffon that keep the weight light bit still holds the shape he was after. The metallic design that covers the dress is made of a soft 'eyelash' lurex that has a slight 3D effect. It makes the entire dress sparkle and glimmer with every movement of the wearer and the effect is beautiful. The cut has been kept simple so that the fabric can take center stage. A high rounded neckline and simple bodice are balance by long sleeves and a skirt that flows to the floor in a long column. Up one side is a 21" slit that shows some leg when you walk or move. It is a beautiful, dramatic piece and better in person and on a real body. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a black silk chiffon with piped silk chiffon finished interior seams. It closes with a back hidden set nylon and metal zipper. 21" Slit up one leg

Sleeves: 22.5"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 54" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2377

Reference Photo: Amanda Lee Shirreffs for her weekly column on our blog, Curated. (Photos by Erin Leydon) Click here to see the full column >

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This beautiful 1960s dress has an almost identical fabric to an Oscar De La Renta I have had in the shop and is similar in quality. This sometimes happened during this time period as different design houses would sometimes shop at the same fabric mills and did not always get exclusives. The fabric  is far lighter then you would think at first glance. It has the look of a brocade but the fabric is actually a textured silk organza in a deep blue. Gold lurex thread has been worked into the organza to highlight the vibrant floral print that is screened onto the dress. That pattern is fantastic and I love that it forms little hearts. Purples and corals are mixed in with bright pink flowers that cover the surface. It is cut in a long and simple sheath that widens as it nears the hem. The simple shape is easy to wear and flattering. I love how the design is set on an angle over the fabric. This cleverly draws the eye to create a longer line. The sleeves are left unlined and a flat gold lurex ribbon circles the neck. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a deep blue silky rayon and closes with a back painted metal and nylon zipper.

Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 52" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2981

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

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

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

Dress
Sleeves: 20.5"
Inset shoulders: 13"
Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist
Skirt: 36.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2980

Reference Photo: 1975 Bill Blass Ensemble on exhibit at Saks Fifth Avenue in Phoenix.

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if it’s good enough for Liza... was thrilled to date this dress based on a similar version worn by none other then Liza Minnelli. She was captured in it at Studio 54. It was always a personal favourite and I love it even more.

This dress is so easy to wear and yet it still makes a major statement with those fabulous gold lurex stripes. The dress itself is made from a deep burgundy colored silk chiffon. This fabric choice makes it extremely light in weight and adds to the ease of it once on the body. Woven though the silk are waving stripes that are made from a gold lurex thread. These curve over both the dress and the matching sash belt. The stripes are set into the silk in three different densities. This play on the width and placement of the stripes give the dress extra texture and visual interest. On the bodice the stripes are set horizontally and are the widest stripes of the three kinds he used. On the skirt the stripes are set vertically and the gold thread is set in skinny rows onto the silk so you get more of the burgundy colour of the silk showing through. On the sash, the stripes of the gold thread and the stripes of burgundy silk are of equal size. The dress slips on and the top is cut loose with a wide boat neck. The waist is cut wide and loose bu the belt cinch it in so it is easy to fit almost any size. The skirt flows to the floor under that. It is really gorgeous. Excellent condition with one small note to review below

The top is unlined and the skirt is lined in second layer of chiffon. It closes with a low set back painted metal zipper and buttons from the waist to the neck above that. Each sleeve has elastic at its cuff. The sash tie is very long so you can wrap and style it numerous ways. You could even wrap it and use it as a headscarf if you wished. There is a little bit of distress to the corners of the seams on either side of the neck as shown in the photo after the shot of the label.

Sleeves: 23" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: open
Waist: to 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 19.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 43" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2798

Reference Photos: (1) Cherie, Owner of Shrimpton Couture, by Erin Leydon. Click here to see the blog post >  /  (2) Liza Minnelli (& Halston in first photo) at Studio 54, 1978.

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Michaele Vollbracht worked for three of the American greats, Geoffrey Beene, Donald Brooks, and Norman Norell, before turning to fashion illustration and eventually launching his first collection under his own name in 1978. In 1981 he added a ready-to-wear line called Vollbracht Too of which this set is from. His label almost instantly became a favorite and he seemed unstoppable until he unexpectedly lost his backing in 1985 and by 1987 his label was shuttered and closed. All of his pieces have his trademark, self designed fabrications that show his love of illustration. Most are on light weight silk like this set is, a fabric choice perfect to transfer his prints onto while maintaining the colors he was after. He loved to splash huge graphics across the fabric and the patterns would be set to follow the lines of the garment. This two piece top and skirt set is a great example of that and you can see how the design has been placed to follow the cut. The top is cut full and easy through the body and can be worn loose or tucked into the skirt. The sleeves are full above their wide buttoned cuffs and there is a small tie at the neck. This goes with a skirt whose pattern matches the top. The waist is cinched in and the cut is full below that. There is an inverted pleat that runs down the front center to give the skirt volume when you move and also give you an unexpected flash of more print. The pockets are amazing and set on top of the skirt at each side. Each has its own design that perfectly matches it shape. I love the subtle dot pattern that runs through the silk and acts as the perfect finishing touch. Excellent condition

Both the top and skirt are unlined. The top closes with buttons down the front and has a small attached tie at the neck. Each sleeve is finished with a row of tightly spaced buttons that are decorative only. The skirt closes with a zipper and flat hook & eye on the waistband. It appears to have been worn very little if at all. Fabric is signed.

Top
Sleeves: approx 23"
Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: 18" flat across the back from seam to seam
Waist: 18" flat across the back from seam to seam
Length: 26" from neck to hem

Skirt
Waist: 13" flat across from seam to seam
Hips: to 24" across
Length: 32" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1040

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This is a lovely set that is unusual in that it is a larger size which can be a rarity in vintage. The print is so shocking for its time period and feels like a precursor for what in the 1980s. The client that commissioned this one must have been a bold girl to have ordered such a bold statement piece. It is two pieces, a dress with a matching coat that slips over it. The dress itself is made from a silk jersey with a stylized blue leopard print. It has a simple cut with an undefined waist, long sleeves and scooped neckline. It cut very loose and full through the body, almost caftan like, though you could easily belt it if you wanted to add more shape. The coat is the same print and the cut equally as simple. The fabric is more of a jersey knit and I like the slight contrast between the two fabric choices. The collar is rounded and simple. Down the front it closes with a series of large, clear acrylic buttons that have a blue center for contrast. The body of the coat is also cut loose and easy with that same slight flare to give it more volume as it nears the hem. Excellent condition.

Both pieces are fully lined in a hand set blue silk. The dress closes at the back with a painted metal zipper. The sleeves are not lined in the dress. The coat closes at the front with the buttons as show. Proper buttonholes. Hand finished. It is definitely more on the XL side.

Coat
Sleeves: 27"
Shoulders: 18.5"
Bust: to 27" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 26.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 30.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 49.5" from neck to hem

Dress
Sleeves: 27"
Shoulders: 17.5"
Bust: 26.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 26" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 32" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 48.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: LRG- XL

Item# DD2977

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The cut of this dress is not typical of Emilio Pucci's work but I wish it was as its very feminine and flattering. It is cut loose and easy through the bodice with ties at the neck that you can tie at the front or wrap and cross up and around the neck. Depending on how you tie it you can wear it to sit off the shoulder, or more on top of the shoulder. The silk jersey it is made of adds to its allure and give it the easy drape you see. This was a favored fabric of Pucci and the colors of his self-designed prints really pop against them. On this dress the print is especially pretty with soft, huge feathers curling over the dress and against each other, covering the surface. The sleeves are cut to be very full and each balloons out over its cuff. The waist is defined by piping but is cut to be loose and easy and the piping suggests, rather than defines the waist. It is simple in cut and fabrication, but striking because if the print with a dash of sensuality because of the bare shoulders. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes at the back with a hidden set, painted metal zipper. The ties at the neck can be worn as you wish. Each cuff closes with hidden set fabric covered snaps. Tagged a vintage Pucci 12. The fabric does have stretch

Sleeves: 24" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from top of shoulder to waist
Skirt: 28.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2189

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

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The dresses from 1992 were as well known for their prices as they were for their brevity. Elle reported that year that his collection was 'extraordinarily pricey with cardigans run around $1,400 and dresses between $2,500 and $3,500'. In a 10 page spread that season, Azzedine speaks of his 'delights in the space-age fabric he used for his Spring 1992 collection (he calls the NASA-developed material "Relax" for its purported ability to act as a screen against microwave emissions)'. Striped versions of the dress here were featured both in the Alaia exhibit at the Groninger Museum and accompanying book 'Alaia- Azzedine Alaia in the 21st Century,'.

The jet black knit that the dress is made out of hugs and shapes the body. The knit has structure built into it and once on the body, it helps to shapes and mold the body underneath it while never seeming too tight from the outside. The neckline sits low across the bust to suggests and give a nod to the cut of a Victorian corset. I love the off shoulder strap detailing that leaves the peak of the shoulder bare while a second strap curves around the top of the shoulder to meet the neckline. The upper edge of the neck is finished with his signature scalloped edging that he used during this time period. This little detail gives it a pretty and feminine touch. There is no defined waist  to the dress, it simply glides over the bust and down to hug the hips. It is utterly amazing and sexy as hell. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a hidden set zipper up the back. Tagged a vintage Alaia medium. The fabric does has some stretch

Bust: 15.5-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 33.5" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2336

Reference runway photo: fashionanthology.com

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This more recent Azzedine Alaia knit dress is one of his classic silhouettes and will always be in style. The fabric combined with his signature pleats used to create the shape through the body and skirt are instantly recognizable as his work. The dress is made from his iconic, black stretch knits and this one has a slight ribbing texture running through it. The knit has structure built into it and once on the body, it helps to shape and mold the body underneath it while never seeming too tight from the outside. The dress has three distinct textures woven into the knit. The shoulders and upper bust are a solid, flat weave. Through the waist there are raised, vertical rows that act like a corset to shape the body. Those rows then expand, flare out and become perfectly spaced knife pleats that give the skirt fullness and movement. A stunning piece from one of the greats. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a hidden set back zipper. Tagged a modern Alaia 38. The fabric does have some stretch.

Sleeves: 21"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 15.5-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 36" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2817

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This is a more recent dress from a new label called Zazi Vintage. It was founded by Jeanne de Kroon and their website best described what they do: " ZAZI is a luxury fashion label with a focus on sustainability and women's economic and social independence. Working with both vintage and organic materials, the aim is to give new life to traditional vintage and also create new pieces in partnership with women and artisans worldwide. Our collections pay fair wages, fund girls’ education, and support local artisans."

This is a dress, a style they call the Madhu, is from one of their earliest launches and is made from a vintage silk Ikat in blue and gold. The fabric is sourced from the Fergana region of Uzbekistan and each piece is handmade by the seamstresses from IPHD in Bhikamkor (rural Rajasthan). It slips over the head with a notched neckline that you can button if you prefer a higher neck. The sleeves work wonderfully pushed up so that the poufed part of them is really emphasized. The waist is banded and has attached ties so you can cinch it in once on. The hem line is cut on a curve to meet a slit at one side. It is very pretty and easy to wear. Excellent condition.

Unlined and slips over the head. Attached ties can adjust the waist in. Note that there are no side or back closures so take that into account that you will need extra room to get it on, hence the size category it is placed under. Hand made and in unworn condition. This style in a comparable silk currently retails for 890 euros.

Sleeves: 23"
Inset shoulders: 14"
Bust: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 22.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14" from shoulder to top of waist band
Skirt: 43" from top of 3" waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2974

Reference Photos: (1-2) Photos by Tasya Kudryk.  /  (3) Jennifer Gilmore in Zazi Vintage by Shannon May Powell. (all from @zazi.vintage). All details on the dress sourced form their website

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This Malcolm Starr is stunning. The fabric hits you right off - it is a beautiful metallic brocade with a slightly raised pattern in gold running over its surface that has a touch of dimension to it so you really get an amazing play on light. The color is equally unusual with its pale lime green base that has that gold shot through it so it becomes neither of those two colors but something unique unto itself. The dress is cut with a baby doll silhouette at the top and a full length maxi skirt that widens out with a wonderful sweep as it nears the floor. The waist line is high and sits just under the V of the neckline. The neckline does not plunge quite into the empire waist but could if you wished. there is currently a little extra panel of fabric there that could easily be removed if you wanted the full plunge effect. Just under that sits a jeweled gold bar and rings that attach to the piping at the waist. These are encrusted with rhinestones so add a little extra glitz and also emphasizes the cut. The sleeves are long and each is cut to pouf out slightly above the notched cuffs. Here too sits a rhinestone encrusted extra bit of bling on the button. The detail I love the most are those fabulous full length pleats that sit on other side of the hip that add length and volume to the skirt. The fact that a hidden pocket that goes right through to the other side, almost like a muff would, is just an extra bonus. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a pale lime silk and closes with a back painted metal zipper. The front metal plate is inlaid with rhinestones and I see no missing stones. A long front pocket under the front middle panel. Rhinestone encrusted buttons at each cuff. Hand finished.

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 13" from neck to waist
Skirt: 43" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2975

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A similar dress in yellow was photoed in 1965 and the dress with its beautiful, almost iridescent peach is even prettier in my opinion. Marc Bohan was only a couple of years into his tenure as head of Dior and the 1965 collection was a study in line and cut. He designed a gown called the "Eloise" that year that has a similar cut and apron technique used in the skirt, it is the obvious that this dress is descended from that. I have included photos of both dresses as reference.

The first thing about this dress that you are drawn to is the color. It is an amazing shade of peach and the camera does not quite capture the slightly iridescent quality that the silk adds to its impact. In person it is gorgeous and the color is richer and has more depth. The dress is immaculately constructed. For example, the edge of each inner seam is painstakingly wrapped in a thin banding of silk chiffon. The work to do this with such a finicky fabric would have taken hours to complete just this one detail and it is a detail that is unseen. The dress has a almost sculptural feel to its shape. The bodice is sleeveless and has a softly scooped neck. It is cut and fitted to skim over the body by perfectly placed seaming. The skirt is deceptive as it appears to be a simple cut but it is actually constructed in layers.  There is an inner fitted skirt that has two slit pockets that sit on each hip. Over this inner layer are two attached panels, one that sits over the front of the skirt and the other that sits over the back. The best way to describe it is like an attached apron that leaves the sides open on either side to see the inner skirt. It is exquisite. Excellent condition with a note to review below concerning the inner lining.

The dress is fully lined in a white silk chiffon on both the inner dress and under the skirt overlays. The inner silk bodice is lined in a silk crepe. It closes at the back with a painted metal, hand set zipper. There is a second hand set metal zipper that closes the inner waist and bodice. Hook and eye are hidden to close the band set at the waist. All the edges of the inner seams are finished with a silk chiffon edging. Some of the inner lining is splitting horizontally here and there as the fabric used was so fine and delicate. I have chose to leave it as found rather then having it removed. It is all original and is stable and wearable as is and of course you do not see the lining when it is on. It appears to have not been worn or worn very little otherwise. The label is numbered denoting its demi-couture status.

Bust: 18.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 26" from waist to to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD953

Reference photo: (1) Marc Bohan for Christian Dior, 1965.  /  (2-3) from the book Dior, Marc Bohan 1961-1989 by Assouline.

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This dress is from the British retailer Wallis who has been around since 1923. In the 1950s they started carrying copies of Paris originals, done with permission through licensing agreements with a select group of designers. By the 1960s, the era from which this dress is from, they had shifted to trying to reach a younger audience and carried s mix of young British Designers and their own designs. This dress is darling with its loose and easy cut through the body. It has little ties in a matching fabric that go up and over each shoulder and then tie for the perfect fit. It buttons all the way down the front to the second tier of smocking detail. The dress is cut so it widens out as it goes and that final tier is quite voluminous. I love the two smock details that gather in the fabric and that run around the bust and above the final tier. They had detail and shape. It's super cute. Excellent overall condition with one small note below to review.

Unlined and slip over the head with buttons at the front. The color has a touch more depth then how it photoed and is better in person. There is one very faint spot on the front which I have photoed to show it at its worst. It's actually less prominent when on and you see it in person. It is fitted through the bust and then open through the rest

Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist-hips: open
Length: approx 46" from top of ties at shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# D591

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The duo behind the La Mendola label met in Rome in 1960 and started their business making dresses and selling them one by one, piece by piece. In 1967 they opened a shop and women like Elizabeth Taylor and Rita Hayworth become steadfast clients who were buying, and even wait listing for pieces as they were produced. This dress is a wonderful piece by them that is made from a fluid synthetic jersey and remarkably, still has its matching silk chiffon, feather trimmed capelet. The cut is very loose and easy and it simply flows out from the shoulder to almost caftan proportions below that. The print that covers both pieces is a beautiful mix of blue tones. It has a simple cut with an undefined waist, a V cut neckline and long sleeves. I love how it covers the body completely and how the fabric drapes and skims over your curves so it is still sexy. You could easily  belt and cinch in the waist for more shape or wear it loose and easy. The cape drapes over the shoulders and the feathers give it a sense of high glamour as well as lots of movement. It was made for a larger woman and she must have been very tall as well as it is exceptionally long. I have it on for the photos but it really was very large on me so please be sure to go by the measurements if you shop based on what I am wearing. The length is supermodel long at 65" from shoulder to hem. It is an amazing piece. Note that it presents very well but is not perfect so please check the condition notes below.

Unlined and closes at the back with a painted metal zipper. The bias cut stretch fabric and forgiving design of the dress will allow it to work on a range of sizes. I have given the measurements at a comfortable stretch lying flat but the fabric does have stretch beyond them a touch even. The cape closes with a button at the front. Note that there is staining down the front of the dress, it is faint but is there. There is so much fabric that a smaller girl could probably have this cut down to fit and eliminate all the marks altogether. It is wearable as is if you don't mind a little imperfection and I have priced it far less then what it would be otherwise. There is the slightest of yellowing to the inside collar of the dress and around the neck of the capelet. Very minor. Otherwise it is excellent

Sleeves: 27"
Shoulders: 19"
Bust: 28-32" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 27-29" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 65" from shoulder to hem
Cape: approx 30" from neck to end of feathers

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XL+

Item# DD2972

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

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

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Richard Blackwell launched his line in the late 1950s and even then his dress sold for between $800 and $1000 (or up to $10,000 in the modern terns). He dressed many of the stars of the day including Jane Russell, Dorothy Lamour and Jayne Mansfield. Here we have a piece from the 1960s done in a combination of a darker brown chiffon organza and a gold lurex thread that has been applied to the organza in a series of circles that cover the dress from tip to toe. The gold catches the light beautifully and really adds detailing to the piece. The cut is simple but dramatic and fully covers the body. The neck is high and the sleeves are long and cut with a huge pouf balloon sleeve finish that I love. The skirt is quite full and it flows to the floor in a lovely cascade of fabric that is almost a full circle skirt on the outer layer. This is the glamorous version of the hostess dress and very chic. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in the same synthetic organza as the exterior and a brown silky rayon through the skirt. The sleeves are left unlined. It closes with a back, painted metal zipper. Each sleeve has hidden set, fabric covered snaps to close.

Sleeves: 25"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips at inner lining: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 40" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2971

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This beautifully constructed 1950s Ceil Chapman dress is made from a silk that has been dyed a deep ocean blue. Chapman is best know these days for being one of Marilyn Monroe's favorite designers and it's easy to see why but she was also favored by Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly and Deborah Kerr to name just a few. Chapman's signature style was all about being a bombshell and her dresses that had loads of sex appeal are her most favored now. The dress really showcases Chapman's attention to detail and her love of using gathering and seaming techniques that showcased curves. The skirt is lean and fitted with a pretty bit of curved seaming that is offset to the side, just under the waist line. This gives the wearer the illusion of an even smaller waist then she has. At the back the skirt is cut in a modified mermaid style with a bit of extra fabric set in on an extended curve where there would normally be a vent. This does two things. It allows you to walk,  and it also adds a pretty flaring detail to the back that further accents your natural curves. The waist nips in and the bust has a soft curving seam. The shoulders are set wide and almost sit off the of the shoulder. This leaves the collarbone and the tops of the shoulders bare. The simple cut combined with the amazing blue make it a stand out. Excellent condition

Fully interlined in a deep pink burgundy silky rayon and closes with a back painted metal zipper. Piping along the waist. Light boning through the sides.

Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 27" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2440

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This dress is a find. It is made from a deep blue cotton that has an exotic feeling print covering its entire surface. The print is placed to highlight the cut and really elevates the dress into something special. The designer is Margie Webb who designed high end, custom designed swimwear and clothing out of Laguna Beach starting in 1956. The dress is a simple one shoulder silhouette that is cut to highlight your curves. It does not cling but rather, skims over the body perfectly. The skirt is cut in a slim curve and has a panel of fabric that is set as an overlay at the front that hooks into place at the side of the hip so that you get a sarong feel. The panel ends in a little fan of fabric to give the illusion that the skirt is tied into place. I love that the edges of the sarong and the folded down edge that circles the top of the bodice are finished with little copper colored paillettes. There is also a scattering of these that are attached to the front bodice. It is a simple touch but one that seems perfectly in theme with the rest of the dress. I love the one shoulder silhouette and I think that this is one of the best 1950s dress I have seen in a bit. It is a good wearable size too. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a side metal zipper. The overlay on the skirt hooks into place. Some of the paillettes show some minor patina from natural aging. It looks virtually unworn otherwise

Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 23" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2968

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Pauline Trigere, a Paris born, Americal couturier, was a master cutter and when she launched her label in 1942 her work quickly became sought after. She was known for her tailoring and French styling that quickly attracted major buyers across the country. By 1958 she has sales of over 2 million dollars a year, an unheard of feat for a female designer of that era. Even more so since she remained as the head of her company and oversaw it all for over 50 years. This is a wonderful and early example of her work and I think that it is exceptionally beautiful. It really is the epitome of the look she represented during this era. It combines sophistication, her signature structured and lady-like tailoring, and is cut meticulously. She cut her patterns on the body and was a master at bringing fabric to life. All three pieces of this ensemble are constructed from an extremely lightweight, high grade silk taffeta that holds it shape fantastically and yet weighs virtually nothing. You can literally tie the sash into a bow and it will remain exactly as you formed it. Yet the fabric is not stiff at all. It is quite remarkable. The top is a study in proper line and technique. Every curve is perfection and I love how the points on either side of the hip exactly follow the slant of the pockets on the skirt. That is the kind of detailing that has to be planned out meticulously for it to work once the fabric is pieced together. The skirt is cut in that classic 1950s "New Look" fullness, made even more so by the addition of a crinoline underneath. Large slanted flap pockets sit on either side of the hip of the skirt. The sash cinches in the waist and the waist of the top sits a little high to hint at a cropped silhouette without actually becoming one. made to demi-couture standards. Excellent condition

The top and skirt are unlined. The top closes with hidden snaps and hook & eye at the side. The waist of the top has an elastic finish. The skirt closes with a painted metal zipper. A flat hook & eye and snap close the waistband. The sash is original to the dress and can be wrapped around the waist or used at the neck. The crinoline is not included.

Top
Bust: 18" flat across the back from seam to seam
Waist: 12-17" flat across the back from seam to seam
Length: 17" from neck to hem with the side points extending another 4.5"

Skirt
Waist: 12.5-13" flat across from seam to seam
Hips: open Length: 27.5" from waist to hem

Sash: 62" x 4.5"

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1072

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From the attempted relaunch of the Halston line this jumpsuit is from the Spring 2009 collection. This line was a higher priced line that has since gone defunct with only the lower end, Halston heritage label still in production. It only lasted a couple of seasons and did not seem to be able to capture the heart of the many Halston fans out there. This particular season relied heavily on the archives and this jumpsuit does borrow from the original lines. It is one of the more wearable pieces from the endeavor and is in its off the rack condition with its original Halston hang tag still attached. It is made from a t-shirt feeling, soft draped jersey that serves the line and drape of the jumpsuit well. The legs are done in a narrow peg that fall from a loose and easy cut around the hips. The bodice drapes over an elastic waist and plunges to the waist at the back and crosses over itself for a deep plunge at the front as well. A tie at the back keeps it in place. Excellent condition.

Unlined and slips on with elastic at the waist. Tagged a 42. original hang tag attached. Unworn. The easy fit will allow for a range of sizes.

Bust: open and variable
Elastic waist: 12.5-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19-22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 21" from top of shoulder to waist but meant to drape
Pant: 43" from waist to hem
Inseam: 29.5"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2967

Reference Photos: S/S 2009 Halston Runway & Presentation, Look 15. Model: Michaela Kocianova.

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These little 1950s Hawaiian dresses are wonderful and are cut to give you curves. They have such a classic silhouette that they still feel fresh even after 50+ years. This one is was made by Mildreds of Hawaii, one of the several labels of this era coming out of Hawaii that catered directly to the thriving tourist market of that era. These sarong styled sun dresses were worn by Hollywood starlets and girls bought them in droves to emulate their favorite stars. I love the sarong style skirting with its attached illusion of a wrap skirt complete with a little tie of fabric that sits at the side of waist. Elastic panels run along each side of the bodice so the dress adjusts to fits you perfectly. This also makes it very comfortable to wear as it move with you. The bodice has a hand stitched, gathered detailing of fabric that curves around towards that bow at the side for a flattering line. The print is a pretty wash of colors in tropical themed shades of blue, green and sunset yellows. It is very pretty and very flattering on. Excellent condition

The dress is fully lined through the bodice in a white cotton and the skirt is unlined. Boning in the bust area and elastic panel on each side. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. Made of a soft cotton

Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17" from top of shoulder to waist
Skirt: 24.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2789

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This pretty little dress with its ocean feeling mix of blue and green is a great choice for the warmer months. This is a Westernized version of the classic little Hawaii sarong type dress that were the dress of choice for young starlets in the golden era of Hollywood. The print is screened onto a light silk chiffon and the colors are a lovely mix of abstract paint strokes of the colors over the silk. The bodice has gathered soft pleating detailing that wraps around the dress. The straps are set wide across the shoulders and curve down to meet the back that sits a little lower than the front does. The pencil cut skirt is kept simple and flattering. Excellent condition

The dress is fully lined with hand set silk chiffon and closes with a back painted metal zipper. Hand finished

Bust: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 24" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2965

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Rachel Zoe wore a dress from this same collection when she debuted her windows for Tiffany. Her version had a full sleeve but this version is more of a cocktail dress with a simple sleeveless bandeau style bodice and a strap that wraps up and around the neck. I love the gathered design that is created by the bands that circle the dress from top to bottom. The ones around the bodice are the same fine knit fabric as the base and the ones that circle the skirt are made from his signature chenille. Inside, it has a built in inner bodice so there is no need for foundation garments. I love the deep burgundy color. Excellent condition.

Unlined through the body with a fully lined and finished inner corset at the bust area that is boned and has built in cups. This inner corset closes with its own separate zipper. The exterior dress closes with a side zipper that lies over the inner corset zipper. The very bottom hem feels slightly padded and each of the horizontal strip has an internal elastic built into it. The original retail on this dress was well over $5000. All the measurements have some stretch if needed except for the length and bust (unless you remove the corset).

Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Inner corset waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 24" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: approx15" from top of neck strap to waist
Skirt: 22" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD1900

Rachel Zoe pictured in an Azzedine Alaia dress for the unveiling of her Tiffany windows.

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This hooded red and black cape is wonderful. It is by Yves Saint Laurent and is a beautiful and easy to wear piece that will fit virtually any size. It dates to the late 1970s, maybe to mid-1980s and is very representative of the work he was doing during this time period starting with his famous "Russian" collection of 76-77. The cut is very simple - the back is one large panel and then there are two panels that fall across the shoulder and down the front. It has one single hook at the neck and simply falls into place. I love the attached black velvet hood that really makes it feel dramatic. The fabric is a red wool that has an almost felted look to it. The hood is black velvet and the inside is also lined in black for a gorgeous contrast. It looks to have been worn very little if at all and is the type of item that you can throw over almost anything. Excellent condition

Lined in a black silky rayon satin just at the base of the neck with the rest of the cape unlined. Closes with a single hook and eye at the neck. Tagged a 38 but really could be worn by any size

Width: 53.5" side to side

Length: 49" neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: OSFA

Item# C468

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

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This wonderful little dress is a testament to the greatness of James Galanos who was one of the great American Couturiers. Galanos made couture-level dresses and gowns with a level of craftsmanship that left France’s most esteemed couturiers with their mouths agape. The immaculate construction of a Galanos piece oozed luxury, privilege, and high society (with price points to match). He was a master cutter and he used couture techniques. Here he uses a fine and lightweight to create this wonderful day dress. The black silk is printed with a tightly spaced clover print. I love that each clover leaf is actually a little heart. Perhaps a subtle nod to being 'lucky in love'? Every detail on it is perfect and every seam is placed to ensure that the dress falls and sits properly once on and flatters the person wearing it. There is a small discreet slit on the front at the neck and another at the back and each closes at the top with a fabric knot button. The fabric is actually folded and pleated over these so you get a very pretty and couture feeling effect. The sleeves are fantastic and each billows out above their long buttons cuffs dramatically. The skirt falls in a sleek sheath and the waist is shaped and cinched with the long matching tie. It is an amazing original Galanos piece that is very modern feeling and wearable. Excellent condition with a small note below to review.

Fully lined in a fine ivory silk chiffon except for the sleeves which are left unlined. It closes with a hand-set back painted metal zipper and each cuff buttons to close with 4 knotted fabric buttons. Pockets along each hip. Lots of other couture level details, hand finished and properly finished seam edges inside. There are a couple areas of small storage marks that get lost n the print - please see photos provided.

Sleeves: 27"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 19.5" 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: 42" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2964

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Donald Brooks launched his label in 1964, added a lower priced boutique line in 1971 and by 1973 shuttered both labels. This is from his main line and dates to the mid sixties. The fabric and print have his signature flare and the sculptural lines and the cotton brocade fabric are wonderful. The fabric itself is unusual, it is a silk and cotton mix with a slightly raised brocade feel to it. Then there is the shape that is created solely through seaming and clever pleating. There is no break at the waist, rather it is all one long line of fabric with extra panels worked through each side of the hip to give it more volume as it nears the hem. The belt gives the waist detail but is not meant to really cinch it in, rather it is more of a design detail. Large domed glossy black buttons run down the front and each sleeve is finished with a matching button. I love the pockets on each hip. Each is curved and adds a pretty contrast to the graphic print. What an extraordinary piece. Excellent condition

Fully interlined in a white silk organza with an additional off-white silk crepe lining. It slips on and closes with a series of  buttons and fabric loops down the front. Each cuff has the same button and loop closure. The belt has snaps so can be easily adjusted if needed. Some very slight marks on the silk on the interior of the dress that do not show through when on and some small repairs to the inside interlining. This dress is even better in person

Sleeves: 18"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 40" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2453

Reference Photos: (1) Spring 1969 Donald Brooks.  /  (2-3) Cherie, Owner of Shrimpton Couture, with her dog Max (Photos by Erin Leydon)

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This is the second time I have had a version of this dress in the shop and it is just as good this time around. This one is also a larger size which is not always easy to find in vintage. It is made from a high grade silk satin that combines a vivid pink with a deep and regal purple color. A huge pink bow rises above one shoulder in the most dramatic way. This appears to anchor a wide sash that wraps around the bodice to the back - enveloping the wearer like a beautiful package. The 'tail' of the bow extends down the side of the gown in an extravagant pink ruffle from the bust right down tot he hem. It is like wearing a piece of art and at the same time it acts as a clever way to make the wearer appear even taller and leaner then she is. The other shoulder is left completely bare for the perfect balance to that ruffled drama on the other side. A built in foundation sits inside the bust for support. This inner construction is lightly boned and shaped to act almost as a banding so that the dress falls straight down from the bust and has only the suggestion of nipping in at the waist. It is extraordinary and amazing. Very beautiful in person. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a deep purple silk. It closes with a inner zipper and waist stay just under the bust and a second exterior hidden set zipper. Lightly boned through the inner bodice. Note that you could have the inner bodice re-worked and this would give you another couple of inches to work with if needed. Also note for those who use me as a general idea of fit that this dress is clipped on me for the photos.

Bust: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Inner waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 59" from top of shoulder strap to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: LRG

Item# DD2963

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

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