The DVF wrap dress came into being in 1973 and has been a staple since. Examples are held at The Met and thier note on it state: "Diane von Furstenberg introduced her signature wrap dress in 1973. The simple style was affordable and adaptable, combining the versatility of sportswear with the chic of a flattering dress. Easy to wear, the design became a fashion phenomenon and a large selection of graphic prints kept the style fresh and in demand. Von Furstenberg wrote: “I was sure there was a need for simple little sexy dresses that made women feel like women.”

This recent Diane Von Furstenberg dress is wonderful. It is made form a muted, dark red wool. The skinny fit top wraps to close in her signature style with a plunging neck that has a collar so feel a little safer then some of her cuts and this is balanced by long, skinny sleeves. The skirt is cut sleek and short. Wearing a Diane Von Furstenberg design is appropriate for almost any event or occasion that may arise. Which is probably exactly why they are one of the must haves in any girl's closet. Excellent over all condition with a small note below

Unlined with two long attached ties that wrap to close. The wool jersey fabric has some stretch so is incredibly comfortable to wear. Pockets at the hip. I see two tiny pinholes on the edge of the front collar. They look stable and held up to cleaning without getting worse. The fabric has some stretch and it wraps so you can easily add 1-2" to any of the listed measurements up or down. Will comfortable fit a modern 6-8

Sleeves: 30"
Shoulders: 12"
Bust: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 19.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2780

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

This is an exceptional dress. It is a stunning example of his work during this time period and these metallic pieces are among my favorites by him. The base fabric is a red silk chiffon and it is lined in a red silk organza. Woven onto and through the silk is a gold lurex thread that gives the fabric a two dimensional pop and makes it gleam and glitter in the light. That gold cover the dress with the red silk that is left forming the pattern you see. I love how each bit of red has a slightly different weave of gold around its border so you get a different effect and each is highlighted even more. The neckline is a cut into a low V that plunges to the high set waistline and the bodice is balanced beautifully by those spectacular sleeves. Each sleeve is cut so that it widens as it reaches its hem and then it is edged in a wide border of silk ribbon and split up one side. That same ribbon edging goes around the neckline and circles the waist in a double row. At the front center of the waist is a fabulous embellishment of coiled red and gold fabric. This all tops the skirt that is set into the waist with a series of soft folds. It flows to the floor from there, widening as it nears the floor with yards and yards of fabric. It is a beautiful and dramatic piece of vintage couture. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a red silk organza with the sleeves left unlined. It closes with a back painted metal & nylon zipper and hook & eye at the neck. Hand finished. Far more a true gold in person. Unlabelled

Sleeves: 22.5"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: 18-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 24.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14" from shoulder to middle seam at waist
Skirt: 43" from middle seam at waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2778

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

This is a seriously sexy, dramatic strapless dress that was made to hug and create curves whether a girl has then or not. It is all fitted and shaped to give you that Barbie Doll body with the bust and hips exaggerated in just the right way. The actual dress is a strapless little number that is cut above the knee and has a black cotton lace set over a nude base. Between the lace and the inner nude fabric is a layer of the same dotted tulle that makes up that dramatic skirting. This gives the lace an very interesting texture and depth. The sweetheart neckline tops the fitted silhouette of the dress. Circling the hip is a curving overlay of dotted tulle over two other tulle layers. These curve around and down and give the dress the suggestion of a full fifties skirt. Totally '80s and fabulous. Excellent condition

The dress is fully lined in a nude silky rayon and closes with a back metal and nylon zipper.

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 32" from top of bodice to hem of dress, 36" to longest point of tulle overlay

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2773

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

This is a cute and sexy little dress that combines a beautiful silk with a fun, multi-color dot pattern. It is from the D&G label which no longer exists. The cut is classic D&G with a fitted, curving cut that follows the body and is very flattering. The bodice has a full built in corset with cups that keep the dress in place. Over this, the silk skims and drapes, down and around the body. There is a ruffled detail that circles the sweetheart neckline and that ruffle then extends down from one side, curves over the waist, and then runs down one hip. The skirt is cut to come up slightly at the spot where the ruffle ends for a little extra leg. At the back is one of their signature, large chunky zippers and the silk is all set to drape inward towards that. Signature, adjustable, lingerie straps sit at the shoulder and can be removed to make it a strapless dress. It is fabulous on and I love the colorful dots. Excellent condition

The dress is unlined and closes with a back zipper. There is a full boned bra/net corset inside the bust area. Tagged a 42

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam with approx an A-B cup
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: approx 43" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2772

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

I decided to re-post this Hanae Mori dress so it gets the fresh eyes on it that it deserves. It is very beautiful and striking with its stark color palette of black and white combined with a royal purple. The graphics that cover the surface suggest script and the bold mix of graphics and the strong color immediately catch the eye. To balance the color the dress is kept simple and sleek. It is constructed from a fine silk through the body and it is fully lined in a white silk so feels wonderful once on. The cut of the dress is a sleek column that is suspended from purple braided straps that curve over each shoulder. It is cut loose and easy through the body and just skims over the torso with just the slightest of curves to suggest the body underneath. A slit runs op one leg for a flash of skin. It also has a matching silk chiffon scarf with the same graduated purple print that covers the bodice of the dress. Excellent condition.

Closes with a painted metal zipper at the side. Appears to have never been worn. Tagged a vintage 8 but please check actual listed measurements.

Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 52.5" from shoulder to hem

Scarf: 35" x 108"

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1173

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

This really spectacular set by Pauline Trigere is constructed from layers of silk chiffon that combine two tones of green with a exterior purple layer. The silk used is almost weightless and it feels like wisps of air once on. The skirt flows to the floor and is constructed so that there is an inner layer of the darkest green that is seamed so it closes around the hips and then three layers of silk over this that attached at the waist only. Since only the very inner layer is closed and only closed around the hip, you get  a high, sexy, side slit down one side. The top is cut in a simple tank that has tiny straps suspending it from the shoulders. I love that for those straps she used the same three colors of the silk used for the two pieces. The top uses the same layering technique of the three colors that the skirt has. Each colored silk layer is set on top of each other and set so you can clearly see them stacked on top of each other along the neckline. The matching, long oblong scarf, is also made of those same three shades of color and can be wrapped around the waist, neck or used as a head piece or evening turban. It is very beautiful. Being a set gives you the added versatility of wearing the pieces together or separate. Excellent condition.

Each piece is made of three layers of silk chiffon with the skirt having an additional lining as well made of the same silk. Hand finished and weighs ounces. The top closes at the side with a series of hand set snaps. You step into the skirt and then close it at the waist with two flat hook & eye. You could adjust the placement of the hooks at the waist to get an inch up or down if needed.

Top
Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 17" from shoulder to hem

Skirt
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 42" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2089

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

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

What a wonderful and dramatic dress this is. It would have been originally sold as a lingerie piece but it is opaque enough that in our modern world it can now easily be worn out as a proper dress. It is made of a fine synthetic silk that is hand washable. Its pleated ruffle top and signature print instantly identifies it as Zandra Rhodes. I have had similar pieces to this in various solid colors in the past but this one is a little extra fabulous since it has one of her signature prints on its black base. Zandra is known for her use of design and pattern and her absolute genius for cut and color shine here. The dress is sleeveless and has double straps that suspend it from the shoulders. It falls in a sheath of fabric with a ruffle detailing the top of the bust. The entire top half of the dress is printed and the cut is very easy to wear and flattering. A little inset of lace on the skirt is the perfect finish. Excellent condition

Unlined and made from a silk looking lingerie weight washable polyester fabric. A classic Zandra Rhodes print screened onto the fabric. It slips on to wear and is opaque enough to be able to be worn on its own. Tagged a S but the loose cut will allow a variety of sizes to fit it. It also has a Bonwit Teller tag

Bust: 17" 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: 53.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2768

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

I have had this same dress in the past but it was several years ago and I was happy to have another land in the shop as I always loved this dress. Beene is one of the great American designers and I actively look for his work, especially the earlier pieces from his Geoffrey Beene Boutique days. I absolutely adore this dress. It is a classic blue and white stripe on a almost transparent cotton voile. The skirt is cut with a beautiful fullness and flows out from a defined, banded waist that sits right under the bust and gives you shape. The fabric choice gives it a wonderful light airy feel and it feels wonderful to wear once on. Meeting the band at the waist is a front plunge that is cut in a deep V. Either side of that V then flows into the  wide, billowy sleeves. There are no side seams to break the line of the sleeve, they simply just flow out from that V into stunning puffed sleeves that each end in a fitted 5.5" buttoned cuff. The back is equally as dramatic as the front. It also plunges to meet the band at the high waist but here it is cut and set wider so you get a more squared off feel that leaves an bare expanse of skin. A large white flower and sits over a matching fabric bow at the base of the front plunge for a last feminine detail. Excellent condition.

Interlined through the skirt in a semi-sheer white silk organza. The bust is unlined. It close with a series of fabric covered buttons and a low back zipper. Each cuff closes with six fabric covered, round button and loops

Sleeves: 28" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: open
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 11" from shoulder to top of band at waist + 3.5" band
Skirt: 42" from bottom of band at the waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2766

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

Super chic little black dress by Bill Blass Collection III. This would have been a ready to wear diffusion line and I am guessing it was during the 1980s. It is still very well made and has the wonderful lines of Blass. The inner dress is a little, lined, well made sheath of black crepe. Onto this is a panel of the same crepe that is attached all down one side. this drapes across an up to the opposite shoulder where it is caught up by a pretty swatch of black ribbon. I love how it drapes down and across the front while still giving you a sleek and slightly more fitted line from the back. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a black silky rayon and closes with a side zipper hidden under the draped front panel of fabric. It appears unworn

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 43" from top of shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2755

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

Arnold Scaasi was born Arnold Isaacs in Montreal and the name Scassi is simply his own name reversed. He studied in Montreal and in Paris, apprenticed at the house of Paquin and then worked with the legendary Charles James. In 1964, he opened own couture salon. He dressed Hollywood stars like Lauren Bacall, Diahann Carroll and Elizabeth Taylor. He dressed several first ladies including Mamie Eisenhower, Hillary Clinton and both Bush first ladies. He even once bragged that he refused to give Jackie clothes for free. He was the man behind the scandalous 1969 Barbra Streisand sheer trouser outfit that she collected her Oscar in, and he was presented with the Council of Fashion Designers of America Lifetime Achievement Award in 1996. His mainline was made to couture standards and I am always happy to find his work. 

This dress and jacket set combines the richness of a black velvet with an elaborate and brilliant design. The work and attention to detail is incredible. Onto the velvet base is a dense application of gold braid, sequins and beads that are all hand applied and have been set into an amazing 3D design that covers both pieces. The pattern created is a gorgeous and intricate flowering vine that trails across the dress and the jacket. The dress is a strapless, sculpted piece that hugs the bodice and then falls away from the body in an A-line shape. The jacket is cropped and sits over the dress to cover the shoulders. You can wear the jacket open and loose or close it for a more fitted silhouette. The sleeves of the jacket are cut on a curve in the traditional couture manner  and I love the bright pink lining that gives a flash of unexpected colour when you wear it open. The cording and bead work fully covers the dress and jacket except for the very top and bottom of the dress which creates a wide band of solid black to anchor the design. The two pieces are is equally stunning worn together or as separates. Scaasi dressed actresses, socialites and first ladies.  He also studied at the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture Parisienne and you can see the evidence of that in work like this set. He was never an official member of the Chambre so even though this is made to couture standards it, like his other work from his main atelier, is considered demi-couture. Excellent condition with a note below.

The dress in fully interlined in a black silk through the bodice and hand finished and aslo has a second lining in the skirt. It closes with a back, hand set painted metal zipper and a second metal zipper on the interior bodice. The bodice is boned. The jacket is fully lined in a fine, high end pink silk and is hand finished. It closes with fabric covered snaps. Many of the larger paillettes are partially broken and a few maybe be missing here and there but the design is so extensive that it doesn't distract at all from the overall effect. The interior lining of the skirt was cut at some point so it now falls just past the hip and has an unfinished edge.

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

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

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2762

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

This fun little piece is an absolute dream to wear and just begs to go out, have fun and dance the night away. It is cut to fit and hug your curves in a way that is extremely flattering and sexy. The shoulders are strong and padded (though you could easily remove the padding for a sifter look) and the back is scooped low so you get a bare expanse of skin. The elaborate fringing around the bottom hem gives it movement and a strong nod to the twenties that it is inspired by. More fringes circle each short sleeve. The surface of the black silk base of the dress is entirely covered in a dense covering of beads and sequins. The beads and sequins that cover the dress are all sewn on by hand. The colors used are bright and vibrant and I love how the fringes are all different colors that pick up the colors in the dress. It's fantastic and so amazing once on. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a silky black and closes with a back zipper. Padding in each shoulder that could easily be removed.

Wide set shoulders: 17"
Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length including fringes: 37" from neck to longest point of fringe on the hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2761

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

This Adele Simpson dress is a beauty. and the photographs do not do it justice for how it looks in real life. In person the entire dress glitters and glimmers in the light. The fabric is a light weight knit whose color is a deep coral that has a fabulous gold lurex thread woven through the entire surface of the dress. The combination of gold and coral is striking and will work on most skin tones very well. To offset that glittering gold the lines are kept ultra simple which really allows that amazing fabric to shine through and become the main design element. It is cut long and lean with a sleek and fitted upper bodice with long sleeves and a slightly scooped neck. This glides down in a sleek line to  the floor. As it nears the hem, the skirt gently widens. It is fully lined so very forgiving on despite the knit. The cut is done to make you appear as long and lean as possible. If you like it in the photographs you will love it in person as the camera comes no where near capturing the warm glow the dress has from the gold. Excellent condition.

Fully lined, except for the sleeves, in a coral silk and closes with a back painted metal zipper. Each cuff has a hidden set snap to close.

Sleeves: 22.5"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 16-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5-15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18-22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 54" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2178

Reference Photo: Amanda Lee Shirreffs (see the complete blog post on this look here)

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

This little black dress is a beauty. It is just exceptional and the more details you start to notice the more you love it. The design is a one shoulder, fitted silhouette that is all tiered ruffles that highlight that design. The bodice is fitted to the bust and curves up and over the shoulder. A ruffled edge circles the neckline and another ruffle curves around the arm opening on the side of the one shoulder.The waist nips in and there is a long tie that you can use to cinch it in further. The skirt is cut so it looks like it wraps around you a ruffle sweeps down the front edge and all around the ham. The skirt is set into the waist with soft gathers so it has a pretty fullness. The fabric is fabulous and is almost semi-transparent and has a "lace" feel, even though it is not lace. It is light and pretty and fabulous. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a high grade black silk. It closes with side zipper and has its matching fabric belt.

Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17" from top of shoulder to waist
Skirt: 25" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2756

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

This is a beautiful and romantic bias cut silk chiffon dress with a matching full length cape by the great American couturier Oscar de la Renta. Both pieces are constructed from layers of a lightweight, slightly textured, silk chiffon in the prettiest pale, ice blue color. The bodice of the dress is gathered in an elaborate ruching of silk that meets in the center in a thick "braid" that runs down the center front under the sweetheart, strapless neckline. From there, the skirt cascades to the floor at the back and at the front it curves up higher so you get a flash of leg when you move. It is made of three full layers of weightless silk chiffon that float over and around the body to give it the feel of airiness and lightness. Over this sits a matching, full length cape that simply hooks to close at the neck. The lightness of the silk gives it a billowing effect when you move and walk that is stupendous. A really lovely and romantic set. Excellent condition with a tiny note below

The dress is fully lined through the bodice in a hand set blue silk and the three layers of silk chiffon the skirt is made of serve as its lining. The cape is unlined. The dress closes with a side painted metal zipper and the cape closes with a hook & eye at the neck. Hand finishes. I see one tiny area of thinning to the silk on the cape near the bottom at the front side and also to the top layer of the skirt at the back near the hem. There are a couple teeny ares that have darkened on the silk of the skirt. None of these are visible once it is on since there is so much fabric and I don't consider any to be a flaw that takes away from this amazing vintage piece

Dress
Bust: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 48" from top of strapless dress to back hem, 38" to the front hem

Cape
Length: 62" from top to bottom

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2754

Reference Photos: Spring 1990 Oscar de la Renta Runway.

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

This was originally meant to be worn as a lingerie piece but you could easily wear it out on its own as the fabric is opaque.  It is cut like one of her signature caftan pieces but in a more fluid, washable lingerie weight fabric that is very practical and easy to wear. It would also be easy to travel with and can go from the beach to lunch to evening. Zandra is known for her use of design and pattern, but this piece really allows her absolute genius for design shine through on it's own even with this simple little piece. The caftan is very easy to wear as it just slips on and there is elastic that runs through the waist. The front is very low and sexy with its plunging neckline right to the waist. The sleeves are cut very full and curved like an angle sleeves. I love the knife pleat ruffle that runs around the collar and neck. The skirt flares out so you have a wonderful light fullness as it cascades to the floor. Excellent condition

Unlined and made from a silk looking lingerie weight jersey that is washable. There is a classic Zandra print that runs through the fabric. It slips on to wear and is opaque enough to be able to be worn on its own. The loose cut will allow for a range of sizes.

Sleeves: approx 18.5"
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: open
Elastic waist: 11-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: approx 14" from neck to elastic waist
Skirt: 42" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# DD2752

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

This beautiful white jersey dress looks like it just walked off the rack. It is amazing when you discover a white piece in such great condition. At first glance you think it is a strapless dress but there is a lovely, single thin strap that extends out from the detailing on the bust that runs over one shoulder to hook in at the back. This pretty little detail elevates the dress somehow and makes it feel even more decadent. The top is molded to the body and features an abundance of gathers that highlight the shape of the torso and bust. I love the sweetheart neckline. At the waist, there is an extra tie of fabric attached for you to tie in a knot at the front for extra detail. The skirt is made of yards and yards of fabric thay swirl and move as you do. Frank Usher's draped jersey gowns are among the most coveted of all his designs and this one is particularly lovely in every way. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a white silky rayon through the bodice. The skirt has an underlying inner jersey skirt. Note that the hip measurement is taken from this inner skirt and if you needed more room through the hips it would be very easy to add some fabric and it would never show. Lightly boned through the bodice and closes with a painted metal back zipper. Appears to have never been worn

Bust: 17-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 13" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 42" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1594

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

A loose and easy cut dress with that favored one shoulder silhouette is always an amazing vintage staple but to find one by the Yuki brand is a treat. It is such a rare label and I love his work. This piece shows his love of minimal seaming and a simple design. I always love the one shoulder cut. No matter how simple the fabric and line of a one shoulder dress they always have that certain feel of glamour to them. The shoulder that is covered has a detail that sits at the top of the shoulder and this this is attached to the front and back of the dress in soft gathers. This allows for a little more fabric at that side so you get a pretty swoop across the bust and a draped feel down the side. From that single shoulder it falls to the floor in an expanse of jersey that drapes in the prettiest of ways. The color is a deep ivory so it is flattering on most skin tones. The washable jersey  allows for that fabulous drape and feels very modern. It is shockingly sexy despite its body skimming cut because of the way the fabric moves when you do. It is just gorgeous and a real find. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a side painted metal zipper. The cut will allow it to fit a large range of sizes as it will just drape more on a smaller figure. Made of a washable jersey. The bias cut jersey will allow for a range of sizes.

Bust: 16.5-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17-21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5-23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 57" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2749

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

This beautiful and rare set from Halston that is from the 1971 collection is not perfect but will still make some collector, or the person who doesn't mind a little imperfection a very happy person once they receive this. Both pieces are done in a pale, ice blue silk jersey and both are made from a double layer of the fabric. One of Halston's signatures was how to construct pieces with the absolute minimal seaming and this is a stunning example of how he executed that ideal. The dress is a simple tank then then falls to the floor in a a draped column of jersey that gradually widens as it nears the hem. It skims over the body but is still extremely sexy. The matching jacket is cut to fall to the hip and has the feel of a soft, easy fitting cardigan. It has a neat little collar and no closures with sleeves that are kept slim. Presents as excellent condition and is sound and stable but does have some small flaws to review in the condition notes below.

Both the dress and jacket are made from a double layer of the silk jersey. Both slip on to wear with no closures. The dress has a few small marks and spots on the lower skirt and the hems on both pieces seems to fall a little oddly - this can happen with this fabric if it is hung for extended periods of time. All of the marks are negligible and I photoed the worst ones. The stitching at the seems can be seen a bit here and there. None of these really detract and it is priced accordingly. Because of the stretch of the fabric there is some give to the measurements listed.

Dress
Bust: 14-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 55.5" from shoulder strap to hem

Top
Sleeves: 23"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 27.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-ML

Item# DD2747

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 little linen pieces by Geoffrey Beene are some of my favorites by him. He chose the best possible fabrics and that combined with his crisp lines and tailored cuts make for perfect little dresses. This one is amazing and I love the contrast of the red with the white edged buttons. It also features his signature top stitching that he used often during this time period and here he kept the thread red so you have a tone on tone feel. The bodice is sleeveless and has a little scooped neckline. It appears to button down the front with those fabulous buttons but this panel of buttons actually hides a zipper closure. Two more buttons highlight the flap pockets at the waist which are decorative only but add a sweet design touch. The skirt flares out with pleats that give it fullness. It reminds me of a tennis type skirt in its cut and flare. It is fabulous. Excellent condition.

The dress is fully lined in a matching red silk. It closes with a front painted metal zipper set under the panel of buttons. The pocket flaps at the waist are decorative only.

Bust: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 14.5" from top of shoulder to waist
Skirt: 20.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2745

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

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

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

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2744

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I love John Kloss pieces and this is a fabulous and sexy nylon gown by him. John Kloss was an Ossie Clark contemporary and did mainly lingerie pieces with a few draped goddess jersey gowns thrown in for good measure. He deliberately chose good weight and quality nylons that held the color well and would drape exactly as he wished. This one is simply cut and is done in a pretty robin blue. It has a crossed over, front plunge on the sleeveless bodice. The skirt has yards and yards of fabric and cascades out from there and is finished with a pretty ruffled hem. It is pretty opaque so could easily be worn as a dress. Great condition with a note to review below.

Unlined and slips on with an elastic waist. The tie at the waist is for decoration only. The elastic under the fabric has aged and cause the fabric over it to yellow a tiny bit. Some of the threads along the seams have broken slightly but all the seams are strong. These are very minor issues that do not detract and are mentioned for accuracy only. The easy fot and elastic waist will allow it to fit a range of sizes. The color is more a paler lighter blue then photoed

Bust: 15.5-19" flat across from side seam to side seam

Waist: 12-16" flat across from side seam to side seam

Hips: open

Bodice: 14.5" from neck to waist

Skirt: 39.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2742

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Guy Laroche assisted to Jean Desses before opening his own couture house in 1957 and those years spent working under one of the true masters shows through his work. He is known for his sharp cuts and this gorgeous little dress is a beautiful example of that. It is a seventies take on the 1940s swing dress and I love it. A vibrant print in an array of colors is screened onto a crisp cotton dyed the perfect blue. The top is kept simple with a single shoulder cut that ties into place. Running down one side of the dress is a row of buttons that are all functional. The skirt is fitted but on the hip opposite to the buttoned side sits a panel of fabric that gives the skirt a feel of volume and that forties vibe. Because the swag of fabric sits on the side opposite to the tie  on top of the shoulder you get this great sense of balance too. Really a charming and pretty dress. Excellent condition

The top is lined in blue and the skirt unlined. The dress closes with the buttons down the side and it ties at the top of the shoulder. Tagged a 38

Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: approx 15" from shoulder to hem, but the tie makes this adjustable
Skirt: 26.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1847

Reference Photos: 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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Luis Estevez worked for Jean Patou for two years before starting his own label in 1955. Here we have a truly beautiful and exceptional piece that was designed during this first few years of his career. It is impeccably constructed and cut to follow a girl's curves and highlight them. The bodice is cut with a beautiful curved  plunge that shows off the bust to full advantage. It is also cut wide across the shoulders so you see the collar bones. This curves in to nip in at the waist and the seaming of the skirt cures up towards the waist as well creating a pretty effect with the seaming and curves of the fabric. The skirt is cut long and lean with the slightest of flares at the back. It is made of a ribbed silk that has a slight sheen to it and is very beautiful. It is fabulous and the inside is constructed as well as the outside is beautiful. Excellent condition

Fully interlined in a black silk organza. It closes with a hand set back painted metal zipper. There is perhaps the slightest showing of where the seams lie under the fabric from being cleaned and pressed over the years but this is minimal and just mentioned for accuracy. It is gorgeous.

Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from neck to waist
Skirt: 29" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2741

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

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

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

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS

Item# DD2740

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This is a stunning 1970s Hanae Mori maxi dress. The construction is fabulous and for this one her fabric of choice is a feather light silk chiffon layered over an inner layer of silk. This makes it feel very light and fabulous once on. The dress is cut super model long and lean and the silk floats around your body in a chic column of fabric. The design that is screened on to the top layer of silk is an abstract pattern. I love the brilliant cherry pink red mixed with the cornflower blue - the two pop against each other and it is a beautiful contrast to the lightness of the fabric. The sleeves are long and left unlined and the entire hem is a circle of swinging, crisp knife pleats. Hanae is the only woman of Japanese descent to have presented on the Paris and New York Runways and the first Asian woman to be admitted as an official Haute Couture house. You can see why in this stunning and vibrant example of her work. I would wear it left long and loose, but you could also belt it to create more shape. Excellent condition with a minor note to review below.

Fully lined in a matching cherry red, fine silk with the sleeves left unlined. It closes with a row of buttons and loops down the back. Hand finishes. I see some very small snags near the shoulder, sleeves and here and there on the body - I think it was improperly stored near something sequined or beaded is my guess. All very minor but noted for accuracy and priced accordingly

Shoulders: 15"
Sleeves: 23"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Total length: 59" from mid back of the neck to bottom hem
Slit up leg: 25"

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1095

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

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

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

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

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2736

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This bold and dramatic silk chiffon dress is instantly recognizable as a Hanae Mori piece. Her signature butterflies flit over its surface in an exuberant explosion of color. I absolutely love the bright color palette and find the boldness of it to be a little magical. This is everything you look for in a Hanae piece and is an exceptional example of her work. The cut of dress is a simple column of flowing silk made of two pieces. The inner layer is a fine silk twill that is then topped by a silk chiffon layer. I love how each is laid over the other so that the butterfly pattern aligns. This gives you the most wonderful effect as the layers move over each other slightly as you move and this adds a depth to the pattern that would not be possible with just a single layer of print. It also means that from a construction point of view, the dress is an extravagant use of fabric, as each layer would have had to been cut specifically to achieve this effect. This is couture on the highest level with everything about the piece done to work with the rest. The sleeves are layered silk chiffon and each ends with a dramatic ruffle. The neckline has two layers of a curved and rounded ruffle and is cut wide for a glimpse of collarbone. The gown has its original matching shawl that is also edged in that same ruffled technique. It is hand finished throughout. Excellent condition

The inner dress is fully lined in a silk. That layer has a silk twill exterior and then is topped by the silk chiffon top layer. It closes with a back zipper. Hand finished and hand rolled edges.

Sleeves: approx 22"
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 56" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2196

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Fratini was a London-based fashion and costume designer whose label existed from 1964 into the eighties. Elizabeth Taylor chose a dress by Gina for her second marriage to Richard Burton in 1975 in Bostwana, Africa. She was also known for dressing Princess Diana, and Princess Anne wore a Fratini gown for her 21st birthday portrait. Fratini worked for Normal Norell and designed the Ossie Clark lingerie line in addition to her own label. Here we have a pretty little dress by her made of a lovely printed silk. This has that wonderful prairie vibe combined with that "school-marmish" feel of the seventies. The skirt is pleated into thousands of tiny knife pleats and that same technique is used on the ruffle that circles the collar. Each sleeve has a full huge circle of the same pleated silk for its cuff and the sleeves themselves pouf out above those. There is elastic through the waist and this allows you to pull the waist up and have a more midi dress or you can wear the skirt so it sits low on the hips for a more full length effect. The silk is light in weight and and a pretty floral print over it. Very pretty and airy feeling. Excellent condition

Unlined and slips over the head to wear. Elastic through the waist. Each sleeve jas hidden set snaps to close. Tagged a vintage US8 and UK 10

Sleeves: 24.5" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 16.5-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5-15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 11.5-13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 24.5" from natural neck to waist
Skirt: 31.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2734

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

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

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

Shawl
Length: 55.5" neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XSpSML

Item# DD2732

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Michael Novarese designed gowns for many of the stars during the 1960s and 1980s including the likes of Jane Russell, Liza Minelli, Judy Garland, Dinah Shore, Elizabeth Taylor and many others. I love his work, particularly the earlier pieces from the 1960s and seventies like this one is from. The brilliant red color alone gives this gown that high impact feel and his choice of fabric creates a beautiful flowing effect once the dress is on a real girl. The cut is wonderful with flowing tiers and layers of that fine, red silk chiffon set in spiraled layers over each other on the skirt. This gives the entire gown a feeling of airiness and lightness as the chiffon moves lightly as you move. The sleeves have this same spiraled and tiered effect in their construction giving the piece a wonderful balance. The bodice is kept simple and sweet with a softly scooped neckline that is cut wide for a touch of collarbone to show. A silk chiffon belt in the same red cinches in the waist to give the dress shape, or you can wear the dress without the belt and keep the cut more loose and easy and caftan feeling. Excellent condition with one small item to note below.

Lined in a matching red silk and closes with a series of hook & eye and snaps that conceal the zipper from the waist down as to not interfere with the line of the skirt. Under that lies a painted metal zipper. One very tiny mark on the bodice that would not photo. The price reflects this. More of a true red in person. It has its original chiffon sash and a chiffon covered belt that attaches by snaps to the waist. Note the belt shows some wear but is included as it is original to the dress.

Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 14" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 42" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1250

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This fabulous 1972 ultrasuede shirt dress is done in a beautiful cream color. These were THE thing to own in the 1970's - no one had seen this fabric before and they were all the rage! Similar examples are held in The Met's and the Museum at FIT's permanent collection and this particular one is actually the twin of one of theirs. The notes there state: "Wrapping, tying, and folding were all habits of mind for Halston. That the designer prized simplicity is evident in his most famous millinery achievement, the pillbox hat. In this Ultrasuede shirtwaist, perhaps his greatest dressmaking success, he offered a versatile sportswear icon in a new material, allowing for countless individual expressions through personal styling."

I love the that this one has such sleek lines and is so seventies in feel - the color is a simple neutral and the cut is fabulous. These can get stiff as they age but this one is still soft and supple. The waists on these are cut to skim over the torso but the original belt allows you to cinch it in for shape. I love the button front that allows you to use it as a layered piece or light coat as well as a dress. Hidden pockets allow for the perfect cool girl slouch. I have included here the photo from 1972 of Halston surrounded by models in variations of this collection and the photo of the dress held at FIT. Excellent condition.

Unlined and buttons down the front. Has its original tie belt. Pockets on each hip

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 42.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2729

Reference Photos: (1) 1972 Halston Ultrasuede Shirt Dress from The Museum at FIT Collection.  /  (2) Halston with various models. Photographed by Duane Michals, Vogue, December 1, 1972.

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

This is one of the most coveted of all the Bill Tice designs. A version of it sits in the closet of countless celebrities. Lady Gaga recently wore a version, as have girls like Rachel Zoe & Nicole Richie among countless others. It is just one of those fail-safe pieces that you know is going to work every time you put it on. It is also insanely sexy with a cross over front that plunges almost to the waist. That said because of how its cut and the way it toes at the waist you can really control how deep the plunge sits once its on. It is made of a liquid cream jersey so 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 perfectly ready to go. There is a high slit at one side that shows when you walk or sit and I love the signature wide top stitch gold belt attached at the waist that adds a nit of glamour and also allows you to cinch in the shape as much as you want. Excellent condition.

Unlined and slips over the head to wear. It has elastic through the front part of the waist and ties with the attached gold belt. Very light padding in the shoulders. The easy fit and elastic waist allow it to work on a variety of sizes.

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: open
Waist: 15-17" flat across from side seam to side seam untied - you can cinch it in a lot from here if needed
Hips: to 28" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from neck to waist
Skirt: 43" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# DD2728

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This is a great example of Donna Karan's early work and how she sculpted pieces to the body. It is also an extremely chic and wearable and makes an amazing impact once on the body. It is made of a stretch wool knit jersey that has a bit of weight to it that allows it to skim and mold to the body rather then cling and be unflattering. This fabric choice really allows it to move well and wear well. The cut is fantastic with a sexy, edgy feel to it. It has slim cut legs, skims over your middle and the neckline and sides are cut low and plunging in deep V's. I love how the legs of the jumpsuit especially. They are fitted through the butt and upper thighs that then narrow and end just above the ankle with that signature 1980s stirrup wrapping around the foot. Stirrup pants all over the runway for fall and this jumpsuit incorporates them fabulously. It is one of the best jumpsuits I have had in the shop. Excellent condition.

Unlined and the stretch fabric allows you to just step into it and slip it on. It has no closures. The fabric does have stretch so it will fit a range of sizes. It is tagged a vintage DK Medium

Bust: open as the side seam dip below where a seam would be
Waist: 13-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 57.5" from neck to pant hem (this does not include the attached stirrup)
Inseam: 29.5" (this does not include the attached stirrup)

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# DD2725

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Azzaro was a beloved label and worn on a regular basis by women like Raquel Welch, Sophia Loren and Marisa Berenson. It was a label that defined sexiness and had a certain French flare that women world-wide loved. Loris launched his label in 1967 and quickly defined his trademark looks with colors, ornate beading and daring cut-outs and ways of defining the body. This is an amazing two piece set that is made of a perma-pleated, slinky jersey. The color is a deep true red and incredibly flattering on most skin tones. This outfit is so easy to wear and feels fantastic once on. The pants are cut incredibly wide through the leg so it almost looks like a maxi-skirt when on. This gives them lots of movement while still showing your curves as the fabric moves against your body in a swish of fabric. The waist and hip is defined and the cut sublime. The top is equally amazing and simply wraps into place with the attached, long ties at the waist. This allows you to really cinch in the waist and that, combined with those fabulously strong, structured shoulders are the perfect contrast and give you tremendous shape. . The front crosses over itself resulting in a dramatic plunge. Long, full sleeves with a cuff are the perfect finish. Excellent condition.

Both pieces are unlined. The pants close with a painted metal and nylon zipper and a button at the waist. The top has attached ties that wrap to close. Buttons at each cuff. Padded shoulders. Tagged a vintage 40 bu the fit is fairly flexible because of the wrap. Appears unworn

Top
Sleeves: 28"
Padded shoulders: to 16"
Bust: open and adjustable
Waist: adjustable
Length: 20" from neck to hem

Pants
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 46" from waist to hem
Inseam: 33"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# DD2724

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

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

I have worn variations of this exact kimono for years now whenever I head out for the evening. It is the perfect pop of color over a dress and is light and luxurious feeling for evening. I have even in a pinch wrapped and closed with with a large pin (and sometimes I have just belted it) at the front and worn it as a dress. It is absolutely stunning. Made entirely of  silk, this wonderful kimono from Hanae Mori has dramatic color mixed with a pretty  and romantic print.  The red is that perfect shade that flatters most skin tones and the print is done in pretty soft blues and greys. It looks to have never been worn or used and would be perfect to use as wedding kimono or on your honeymoon, or to top an evening ensemble. Of course it also works as a lingerie piece. The print is hand screened and painted with hauntingly beautiful butterflies that flit across the surface of the silk. The butterfly is a Hanae Mori signature and I love that they are used with such romantic abandon on this kimono as they trail across its surface. Excellent condition

The kimono is fully lined with a pale soft purple/blue tissue silk and has no closures.  The fabric is signed throughout. There is slight color transfer on the interior lining but does not affect the exterior. Tagged a S but the open, loose cut will allow it to fit just about any size.

Sleeves: approx 19" with an 11.5" drop from the dropped shoulder seam
Dropped shoulder seam is: 24.5" across
Bust: to 21.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 55.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: OSFA

Item# C433

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

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

These long, slim dresses made of pure cashmere wool were a Halston staple and were designed for that chic modern woman to wear while entertaining at home or in an intimate setting. The wearer was able to move and be superbly comfortable, never worrying about getting wrinkled or being inappropriate or uncomfortable. Really these were one of his signature pieces and every chic woman had to have one. Variations were recently featured in the Museum at FIT exhibit "Yves Saint Laurent + Halston: Fashioning the 70s" In their notes on some of his work they mention these cashmere pieces:

"Halston’s use of historical elements to create new collections was sparing. Rather than re-interpret the designs of those who came before him, he made subtle allusions to those designers whose work he most admired. He was inspired by body-revealing activewear and the sinuous, bias-cut gowns of Madeleine Vionnet from the 1930s, while primary influences from the 1940s included the cashmere sweater sets of Mainbocher and the ingenious ties and closures employed by Claire McCardell"

The dress is full length and cut with long slim sleeves and falls form the shoulders in a column of red cashmere to the floor. The color is amazing - a true red that will flatter most skin tones. Versatile and beautiful, it is an amazing and rare piece of fashion history. Note that this is not perfect but does present very well. Please review condition notes below.

Unlined and slips on to wear. It is made from hand-loomed 100% cashmere made in Italy. There has been some old repairs done to the fabric. It could probably be re-woven properly and the value would instantly double. It could be worn as is and the larger area easily hidden under a belt. Please review the photo provided. This is priced at half the current market value with these small flaws present as is. The fabric does have stretch and due to he forgiving cut will fit a variety of sizes.

Sleeves: 25"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 16.5-18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15.5-17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19-21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 55.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2723

Photo: The Museum at FIT, permanent collection

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Pat Sandler opened his own label in the early sixties and quickly became known for his wonderful little cocktail dresses that often incorporated metallic fabrics like in this one, or embellishments. This particular set is amazing and I love the combination of pink and gold. Plus with it being two fantastic pieces you have the added versatility of wearing it as a set or mixing and matching with other pieces from your closet. The fabric is the star here and quite fabulous with an abstract dot pattern worked through the fabric in shades of golds and pinks with subtle pops of coral. I love the metallic lame thread and how it is used in different textures and weights to give the design extra dimension. The dress is a simple little mod shift with an A-line cut and ends above the knee. The collar is high and curved seaming at the front helps to create an illusion of shape and line. The coat is made of the same fabric and is also cut to above the knee. It widens as it nears the hem and has long, slim sleeves. Glittering, jewel encrusted button run down the front and I love the huge top set pockets on each hip. Despite the flap closure they actually open at each side. It is absolutely gorgeous in person - better even then the photos portray. Excellent condition

Both pieces are fully lined in a pink silky rayon. The dress closes with a back painted metal zipper and the coat has hidden set snaps up the front. The buttons are decorative only. Pockets on the coat but none on the dress.

Dress
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 32" from neck to hem

Coat
Sleeves: 21.5"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 32.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2721

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Everyone knows Halston for his gowns but he also did these fabulous little day dresses with the same love of minimal seaming and bias cut mastery. Once you discover them it's hard to go back. This particular one is exceptional and is documented as well which is always a treat. Stripes ruled the runway for his spring 1976 collection and it was in this collection, and the following few, where you actually saw some prints worked in. Normally Halston's preferred a solid color palette so it is nice to see some patterns here and there. The dress is masterful in its simplicity. The minimal seaming that Halston was so very good at is combined with a light, scarf weight bias cut silk in a brilliant sunny yellow. The waist is elastic and the dress slips on for perfect ease. At the collar there is an attached tie that tops a deep front plunge - you can leave this casually looped and low like I have, or tie it at the neck for a variety of looks.

In the Phaidon Halston book there is a quote by Bob Colacello that states "His colors were so American, they were like out of a Crayola crayon box. Halston's red and purple and green were like true colors; they weren't pastels, they weren't dark, they weren't iridescent - they were very true and very American" Every time I look at this particular dress I cannot help but think of that quote with the color being so strong and true on this dress. Very fabulous and chic and absolutely heaven once on. Excellent condition

Unlined and slips on to wear with elastic at the waist for an easy fit. Hand finished. I see a teeny barely there smudge of a spot on one shoulder but it makes no impact on the wearibilty. The bias cut and elastic waist will allow it to fit a variety of sizes

Sleeves: 22" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 15-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 18" from neck to waist
Skirt: 26" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2531

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This is an absolutely wonderful striped set by Marc Bohan for Christian Dior. I remember coming across a editorial or ad photo that documented this set but unfortunately have not been able to re-locate it. It is out there though so at some point I hope to be able to date it accurately either before its sold or will send a note to its new owner once that information is found. I love that it is a set as it really makes it versatile, especially as a travel piece. You can certainly wear the set together or break up the pieces and mix and match all three with other piece in your closet. The top, skirt and belt are all made of a light cotton with a touch of a polished finish that allows it to hold its shape. The vivid striped give it a dramatic and exotic feel that is quite wonderful. The top has elastic that runs through the shoulders so that it can be worn on or off the shoulder. It also has elastic at the cuffs so the sleeves keep that fabulous pouf. More elastic runs through the waist for shape and it also allows for a great little peplum to create even more shape.  All this sits over a skirt that is cut with yards and yards of fine cotton fabric so is very light but very full. It is finished with a flirty little ruffled bottom. The fabric belt can be used to  cinched in the waist even more and is cut wide to you get lots of shape. It is very bright and colorful and wonderful. Excellent condition

Both pieces are unlined. The top will fit a variety of sizes. It slips on over the head and has elastic at the sleeves, the waist and the neckline. The skirt closed with a zipper and button and the waist is fixed in size and not elastic. Hidden pockets along the hip seam of the skirt. The belt closes with hook & eye and is will fit to a 24.5" waist where hooks currently sit - you can move the a little to get more room if needed. I see a teeny tiny area of foxing on the skirt but that was laid out and fully flat and open. You can't see it at all when on because of the immense amount of fabric used.

Top
Shoulders: elastic so flexible
Waist: elastic so flexible
Bodice: 14" from shoulder to waist, 8" peplum under that

Skirt
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 38" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1124

Reference Photos: (1) Spring 1981 Christian Dior Runway Collection.  /  (2-4) 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 lovely dress is similar to another blue print one I have in the shop but this one is a little more casual and fun that the more formal secretary style of the other. I really love this one and think its quite wonderful. Prints and Yves Saint Laurent were always the perfect combination and on this little fine silk dress his prints are shown to its full advantage. A riot of multi-colored, bright flowers are scattered over its surface. The cut is pure YSL - the dress has fabulously full sleeves that puff out to just below the elbow. The bodice is cut loose and easy with a V neckline and the top of the dress softly blouses. It skims over the torso to a defined and seamed waist and then the skirt falls in a slim column to just below the knee. You could easily cinch in the waist more with a belt and in doing so you can change the length of the skirt if you wished it a little shorter. It is very pretty and I am sure this print was used in some of the ad campaigns so don't be surprised if it ends up being dated before it's sold, or that you get an email from me one day with that information if you are the girl who snatches this beauty up. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a side metal and nylon, fine zipper.  Elastic at the sleeves cuffs. Appears unworn.

Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 20-21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from neck to waist
Skirt: 31.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2716

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This is an amazing and fun jumpsuit by Halston that is one of those pieces you will wear to death. This is from one of his diffusion lines and it is the second one I have found over the years. It is made from a deep chocolate toweling fabric that has an almost velour finish to it. In the seventies this was very avant garde within the lounge wear. world with designers like Pucci and even Yves Saint Laurent producing pieces that their clients were buying for their jet set lives. Made to just be able to just throw it on, slip on a pair of sandals  or heels and you are ready to go. I love the wide, kimono cut sleeves and the equally wide cut legs. The waist is elastic so will adjust to fit any figure and the front zips as low as you want to dare. You simply step into it, zip and you are ready to go. It's fun and fantastic. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes at the front with the zipper as shown. Slight wear the the toweling fabric at the back waist and at the edges around the front, but very minor. Elastic at the waist.

Sleeves: 18" with a 14" drop
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16.5" from neck to waist
Pant legs: 42" from waist to hem
Inseam: 30"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2714

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

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Quad was a London Boutique that was part of that great British movement of the 60s and 70s. It opened in the 60s and their pieces were fun, young and often had a nod to the past in their cut and design. This piece is quite fabulous and very versatile. It is really a full length skirt with attached straps that curve over the shoulders and cross at the back. This makes it am amazing and striking piece to layer other pieces under to come up with endless styling options. The fabric is a light wool done in a bright red Tartan plaid. The waist sits fitted under the bust and then the skirt flares out form there and is very full. A great little piece that is very fun. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a back metal and nylon zipper. Tagged a British vintage 10.

Under Bust: 13.5"
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from top of shoulder strap to waist
Skirt: 41.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2711

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This is perhaps the most iconic of all of the Halston silhouettes and in 2016 it entered modern day fashion history when Kate Moss wore the twin of this exact dress on the red carpet at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival. Halston was a master at this cut. There is a certain sexiness caused by the illusion of having the entire dress suspended by one hook at the shoulder. It gives the sense that undoing that hook would cause the entire dress to drop in a puddle around you (which it would). It is made with an inner dress cut from the same synthetic jersey that skims over the body in a long sheath and has a slit traveling up on side of the leg opposite to the draped side. Over this inner sheath lies a draped panel of jersey suspended from the shoulder that falls down both the front and back. This top layer hooks into place and then cascades loosely down and over the inner layer for the ultimate Grecian goddess feel. This is a classic and now even more iconic piece that is perfect for traveling as they are wash and wear and travel exceedingly well. Easy to style too - a quick change of shoe takes it day to night in a snap. Museum quality and really an exquisite gown. Excellent condition.

Slips on and has a hook at the top of the shoulder. These will fit a variety of sizes since they are not cut to be super fitted. Tagged a SML. The fabric has stretch

Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 58" from top of shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2709

Reference Photo: (1-2) Kate Moss in Vintage Halston at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival.  /  (2) Karen Bjornsen, Alva Chinn, Connie Cook and Pat Cleveland in Halston Dresses, photographed by by Harry Benson, 1978.

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This amazing two piece set by Yves Saint Laurent is from his 1971 collection and combines his love of print and color that he was able to produce using his signature wool challis fabric. The set is especially fabulous and both pieces are an easy fitting, body hugging wrap design. Each is also printed with one of Yves signature prints and I love the strong use of color that the print gives the set. The base is a deep navy and onto that are little mod feeling medallions in teal, coral and white. The top is spectacular. It wraps to close with long attached ties at the waist. The sleeves are cut slim with cuffed wrists. The neck line can be adjusted to wear it higher or lower depending on how tight you tie and wrap it. The skirt is also genius with a pretty swing of fabric and wide set flat pleats all around. It also wraps over itself and hooks to close at the waist. Being two pieces it is very versatile and you will be able to wear these together or separate. Excellent condition

Both pieces are unlined. The skirt wraps to close with snaps and hook & eye at the waist. Note my client moved the closures over to make the waist smaller. You can easily move them to get more room if needed (probably up to about 4" even). The top slips on to wear and wraps to close with long attached ties at the waist. If you are familiar with YSL and his use of this fabric then you will know the color and print are one of his signature hues and that this is from one of the earlier collections of the 1970s. Both pieces are tagged 42 and I have given a range of sizes due to the waist note above.

Top
Sleeves: 22.5"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 18.5" from neck to hem

Skirt
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam (please see note on the waist size above as this can be expanded)
Hips: wrap so adjustable
Length: 25.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2705

Reference Photos: Yves Saint Laurent in Jours de France, September 7 1971.  /  Amanda Lee Shirreffs for her column on our blog, Curated. (Photos by Erin Leydon) Click here to see the full column >

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I am always thrilled to find amazing examples from Halston, especially when they are as wearable and sensual as this one is. From the 1974 collection comes this wonderful  Halston that is made of layers and layers of his signature, bias cut silk chiffon. This feather light fabric is notoriously difficult to work with but Halston used with like a Master to envelope the body and accentuate curves. The front is kept very simple and sexy with a V-cut neckline at the front and tiny straps that curve over the shoulders. The skirt is incredibly full - if laid out flat it is a full circle with fabric to spare. All of the fabric that is in the skirt is cut on the boas so it falls in a sleek column when you are standing still and twirls and swirls as you move. It is made of three separate layers and this creates a beautiful floating effect. If you are taller it will hit you just above the ankle or just below for smaller girls. This makes it an incredible versatile length to play with. Its absolutely wonderful. Excellent condition.

The bodice is made from two layers of the silk chiffon and the skirt is made of three layers. It closes at the side with a series of snaps and has a flat hook at the waist.

Bust: 13.3-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from top of shoulder strap to waist with a 1/2 inch band at the waist
Skirt: 38" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2704

Reference Photo: Model Carla Araque, 68th Street Salon, June 10 1974. Photo by Sal Traina. (from the book Halston by Phaidon)

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I love this fun little printed cotton piece from the house of Hermes. The choice of fabric gives it an instant sense of luxury and chicness and that combined with the color and print are fantastic. The cut is very simple with wide straps and a loose shift shape. It makes a fantastic and chic little day dress or you can wear it to the beach or even as a more casual evening piece.  I love the bright sailboats and the printed logo at the side that proclaims it as Hermes if someone did not already recognize the sailboat print. It has a matching swatch of fabric that I used  as a headscarf for a touch of extra glam. It feels very jet set with that rich luxurious feel that house always seems to infuse into its goods. Really a wonderful and chic dress. Good condition with small notes below. 

Unlined and wraps to close with a series of buttons down the side as seen. There is the slight fading along the dark blue edges here and there with slightly more under each arm. The scarf edges are hand stitched and show slight fraying here and there.

Dress
Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 38.5" from top of shoulder strap to hem

Scarf
Width: 51.5"
Height: 15.5"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2701

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This stunning silk kimono from Hanae Mori has a dreamy and romantic print in shades of blues that range from the palest of colors to a deeply saturated pastel. It looks to have never been worn or used and would be perfect to use as wedding kimono or on your honeymoon, or to top an evening ensemble. Of course it also works as a lingerie piece for the boudoir as well. It is just lovely and has such a romantic feel. The print is hand screened and painted with hauntingly beautiful butterflies that flit across the surface of the silk. The butterfly is a Hanae Mori signature and I love that they are used with such romantic abandon on this piece as they trail across the surface of the kimono. These are fantastic to wear at home and you can even make these work as a dress if you add a silk slip under it and cinch the waist closed with the matching sash. Excellent condition

The kimono is fully lined with an blue tissue silk and has no closures. It has its original belt and the the fabric is signed throughout. There are couple of small smudges here and there but nothing that detracts.

Sleeves: 17" with a 12" drop
Shoulders: 25"
Bust: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 53" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: OSFA

Item# C429

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The Attico line has burst on the scene and rapidly is becoming one of the must have labels. Their website says of the two women behind the label: "Italian designers Giorgia Tordini and Gilda Ambrosio, are combining their vastly different aesthetics to push the boundaries of specialty couture, launching their own line, Attico, in February, 2016. Attico, the Italian word for penthouse, is a collection of standout pieces inspired by the classic peignoir but designed to be flaunted. Dripping with artisanal detail, each piece embodies a woman from a different city, modern muses with nostalgic cigarette taste. Each piece will teach, too: how to make thrown together appear dressed up, dressed up feel everyday, and how to make every entrance feel like the entrance. Attico throws tradition on its head, making an antiquated concept contemporary, making chaste sultry, and seduction natural."

This is from the Fall 2016 and is an oversized canvas coat in an army green. The edges are left raw so it has a deconstructed feel. The sleeves are wide for a nod to the kimono and the skirt of the coat is long and sweeping with an excessive amount of fabric. The back has a panel that capes over the waist. This is meant to be layered over other pieces in an easy and luxurious way and sit oversized on the body. It still retains it original tags. Excellent condition.

Unlined and tagged a size 44. No belt and has a single hook at the waist

Sleeves: 27"
Shoulders: 16.5"
Bust: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 19.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 42" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-XL

Item# C428

Reference Photo: Attico F/W 2016 Collection

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