This lovely little blue cotton dress by Vivienne Westwood is just fantastic and will easily stand the test of time. I love the sexy hourglass silhouette it has and the detailing on it is fabulous. It is made from a 100% cotton mix that makes it lightweight and easy to wear. I love how this choice in fabric contrasts with the overall feel of the dress and gives it that little bit extra versatility. The dress is "dressy" in the cut and design, but can also be worn with a more casual vibe as well because it is made of cotton. It is beautifully cut and has a more fitted feel due to the cinched in waist. The collar on the dress is just wonderful - it is cut to sit up a bit with some volume and that really adds to the drama of the dress. The overall cut is classic Westwood with its low and wide cut neckline that shows off the bust and collar bone. It wraps and snaps into place with big hidden snaps and has a belt made of the same fabric that wraps around the waist. The fabric belt is made so it twists and has a ruffled effect. It is fabulous. As an added bonus because of the way it closes you could wear it as a layered piece over other pieces - I have photoed it opened so you can see. Excellent, appears unworn condition

Unlined and wraps and closes with two large snaps. Tagged a US4 but please check actual measurements

Sleeves: 17"
Shoulders: no true seam
Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 41" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2124

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

Guy Laroche began his fashion career under Jean Desses in 1949 and by 1957 he had opened his own atelier. He made extraordinary pieces of couture that spanned simple day-wear to elaborate evening pieces.Here we have one of his day pieces that could potentially be more cocktail wear with a quick change of shoes and accessories. It is stunningly constructed and in museum quality condition. It is also a wonderful example of the high end work with a difficult fabric - a bias cut silk crepe. It is two separate pieces, both made of a deep navy silk. The inner dress gives the wearer the feeling of some inner structure and has the ruffled collar that you see peaking out from the simple neckline of the exterior dress. It is a true inner dress though with panels of a denser silk used in the areas that would need more coverage. The exterior is made of the single silk fabric and is kept starkly simple but with incredible seaming details that remind me of the 1930s in feel. It is all cut on the bias so naturally drapes and hugs the body once one with a bit of a flare at the hem of the skirt. A fabulous piece and in excellent, museum quality condition with a tiny note on that below.

Both pieces are unlined with the inner dress acting as the lining for the outer. Each closes with its own hidden set, side painted metal zipper. Note that some of the seams are loosening. Normally I would have them all tightened but since it is true Haute Couture I have left it as found. There is a darkening to the fabric on a couple of small areas to the inner dress - this does not show once on - and the very slightest of press marks here there to the seams. Hate couture tag on the interior of the outer dress only. The silk does have some stretch to will accommodate another inch at least to all the measurements listed below

Inner
Bust: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 41" from neck to hem

Outer
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 16-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17" from neck to waist
Skirt: 26" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2514

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This wonderful Stavropoulos dress is an absolute extravagance of silk chiffon tiers. It is made from layers and layers of a beautiful ivory silk chiffon crepe all stitched onto an underlay of a silver lame fabric so you get just the glimpse of the metallic feel through the fabric layers. This combination of ruffled tiers and the glimpses of the silver give the dress a wonderful romantic but glamorous feel. Each layer of fabric is set so that it floats over the next and the entire concoction moves and floats around you when you move. The bodice is gently scooped across the front and has two tiny straps adorned with rhinestones and silver beads that go up and around the shoulders. At the back it dips into a deeper V shaped plunge. The front of the dress is also cut slightly shorter then the back so its a midi length from the front and to the ankle (or lower depending on your height) at the back. A wonderful and romantic dress in person. Excellent condition.

George Stavropoulos was an amazing designer and to find his early work is already fabulous but to find a piece done at this level is just a treat. This gown is really museum worthy. His clients, who included Elizabeth Taylor and opera singer Maria Calla, adored and cherished him for his ability to create stunning evening wear. His hallmark pieces were simple but with a masters attention to cut. He shunned overt ornamentation and instead focused on cut and fabric to convey the beauty of each piece. This is an amazing example of what he could create following that simple guideline. His pieces are almost always entirely hand made and most are made to demi-couture standards giving you incredible value for your money.

Fully lined in the same ivory silk crepe under the silver lame layer. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. Hand finishes. Bias cut so the fabric has stretch and drape so has a greater size range

Bust: 16.5-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: the front stops at approx 47" and the back at approx 54" from shoulder strap to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2512

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Beene is one of the great American designers and I always look for his work. When I find amazing pieces from his earliest, Geoffrey Beene Boutique, days I am even happier. This fabulous full length, fitted black dress is an amazing find and with its shiny contrasting black buttons running down the front and big over-sized pockets feels shockingly modern in that minimalist kind of way. I feel like I have seen this dress before as well and there is a memory tugging at me that says maybe Chacnel did something remarkably similar in the 80s and the recent Balmain pieces have this same vibe as well. It is made from a wool knit jersey fabric that has a good weight to it and feels "high end" when on and holds the shape wonderfully as well. The large black buttons that run down the front give the dress a surprisingly modern feel and because they end just about mid-though add a little sexiness when you walk or move in the dress. I love the squared off bust-line and skinny straps in a matching fabric - I feel that if you wished you could even wear this one strapless and it would work amazingly. The front has four flap pocket buttons and the placement along the upper edge of the bust is brilliant. They also are all functional giving it a little tongue in cheekiness that only you will know about. Its simplicity is part of its appeal and it looks amazing once on. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a high grade black silk and close with the front buttons. Proper tailored buttonholes and hand finished beautifully inside.

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 57" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2508

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This is such a pretty and soft Galanos set that is just stunning and I have not seen another like it. Galanos was known as the designer that could rival the French in terms of construction and design. He launched his atelier in 1951 and though he was never a designer that was formally made a couture house he certainly produced clothing with many of the hallmarks that define couture, thus giving him the status as being known as one of the "American Couturiers". I love the soft, muted print used on each of the three pieces of this set. It it a little like wearing a painting and it has a wonderful romantic feel to it. The silk chiffon fabric that he chose to use for all of the pieces is wonderful and really give it a sensual and luxurious feel. The top is a light, bias cut silk chiffon that buttons down the front and has a bit of a box cut. I have shown it used as the top here but you could even use it as a light jacket. The skirt is classic Galanos done in a matching bias cut silk chiffon. The waist nips in and then the skirt cascades to the floor in a widening column of fabric. It moves wonderfully and is a nice larger size too. The set also has its original sash tie that can be used at the neck, as a head wrap or around the waist. It is quite beautiful. Excellent, appears unworn condition.

Both pieces are fully interlined  in a soft peach silk chiffon with chiffon ribbon finished edges and weights in the top and french seams in the skirt. The top buttons to close and the skirt closes at the side with a zipper at the waist. Zippers at each cuff.

Top
Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 20" from neck to hem

Skirt
Waist: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 25" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 39" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: LRG-XL

Item# DD2507

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This is a really phenomenal little cocktail dress whose photos here really do not fully convey the beauty of the fabric or the richness and pure genius of that cut and the way the entire thing is constructed. Sarmi was known for evening wear and dramatic pieces that were well made with dramatic details and had a true decadent feel to them & this is a wonderful example of his work. The body of the dress is made of a black silk satin with a defined waist accented by the most beautiful bow and flower. A ribbon wraps around and hooks under the front flower for a pretty touch. The skirt flares out gently from that waist and widens slightly as it falls gracefully past the knee and is finished with a ruffled hem. The neckline is kept perfectly simple with no collar and a notched neckline so the lines are kept smooth and perfect.  The final touch is the long sleeves whose riffled cuffs perfectly tie it all together. Most likely a one of a kind custom piece as were most of his pieces. Excellent condition

Fully interlined with a black silk organza though the skirt and fine black silk through the bodice. It closes with a hand set, back painted metal zipper. Hand finishes throughout.

Sleeves: 23.5"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 14" from neck to waist
Skirt: 30" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2505

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This highly dramatic and unusual eighties set from Norma Kamali should probably be in a museum. It is certainly unusual enough to be the highlight of any exhibit that wants to show the extreme fashions of the eighties and unusual aspects and experimentation in design of this time period. The element of surprise here is of course the sleeves. They are insanely long. Once scrunched up on the arm as they are intended to be, they created a a design element on their own but just the idea of doing it in this particular manner is so fabulous. It really shows how she pushed the boundaries and was forging her own path. The entire set is made from her signature jersey that is so easy to wear and care for and drapes amazingly. The dress is loose and easy fitting with a dolman top that narrows to a more fitted hip. Over this is slung a pane of fabric that is gathered  and seamed at the end so that it sits on the shoulder. You can wear it on the side you prefer and could probably style it a dozen unusual ways if you wanted to get creative. It is so rare to find these earlier examples of her work in a complete set like this and this particular one is fabulous. Excellent condition.

Unlined, light stretch matte jersey in blue that slips on to wear. There is a hook and eye at the back of the neck. The draped overlay slips on and is a lopped panel of fabric. It is a slightly different hue then the dress and I believe this is intentional. I see a couple of small repairs on this overlay but they get lost in the folds once on. The loose and easy fit will allow it to be an almost one size fits all piece.

Dress
Sleeves: 51" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: open
Waist: open
Hips: 20-22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 48" from neck to hem

Looped Shawl
34-37" x 35"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# DD2503

Reference Photos: (1-3) 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 >  /  (4) Brooke Shields in Norma Kamali. Photo by Richard Avedon. Vogue US, June 1982.

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 amazing mid-eighties number that is so representative of the more subtle and elegant movement of that time period. The long and lean silhouette was in full swing but you still see the use of extravagant draping and that gorgeous bare shoulder silhouette that is presented beautifully in this dress. The draped collar is set so that it flows right into the "sleeve" and the result leaves the entire shoulder bare. The bodice has softly placed panels of fabric that wrap and drape around the wearer adding texture and shape. The waist is nipped by that draping fabric and the skirt flows in a long and lean column from there, hugging the body and creating curves.  I love the dipped front bodice and that the back has been left unadorned by the draping so that no extra volume is added and it has a sleek and simple finish. The fabric itself is an exquisite choice as the silk taffeta catches the light and changes color in a subtle way so the dress seems to come alive and flow over the skin yet the dress itself is structured and not flowing or loose fitting. It is exquisite. Excellent condition with one small item to note below.

Unlined and closes with a back painted metal & nylon zipper. Lightly boned through the bodice with a muslin inner bodice piece that has boning running through it. There is a small slit in the fabric at the back about 15" above the hemline that is just under 1" ling. Its skinny and appears stable. It did not expand when cleaned so is left as found - see photo. Priced accordingly.

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: approx 55" from top of shoulder (if there was one) to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2501

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For a very short period of time during the  late 1960s and into the  very early 1970s the house of Balmain had a wonderful line of knits 'Les Tricots Pierre Balmain Paris' that was their answer the the more casual needs of women of that era. The great lines and aesthetic of the house was still there and they were, like this one, more often glittering, lame infused affairs that were more 'over the top' then they were casual. Which is, of course, why they are still fabulous now. I have seen a few of these pop up here and there and I would hazard to say that this one is one of the best that I have seen come up simply because it is so much fun. The dress is a simple shift made of a knit that has gold lurex thread running through the design. It has a high rounded collar and skims over the bust, waist and hips and end at a flared out here. The jagged finished hem is the focal point - it has a row of black yarn pom poms circling it all the way around and I love how these move and add a saucy and sexy finish. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a back metal and nylon zipper. Hook and eye at the back collar

Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 29" from neck to hem (32" from neck to bottom of pom poms)

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2500

Reference Photo: Amanda Lee Shirreffs. Click here to see this look on our blog Curated >

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This dress is darling and done in a classic Yves Saint Laurent cut and silhouette. The light crepe fabric is of the highest possible grade and I adore the red, green and blue pattern on the white backdrop - it feels so fresh and clean. It has a very 40s throwback feel combined with a bit of a sporty tennis dress feel and is very chic. The top is cut like a button front shirt with slightly puffed short sleeves. The skirt features his superb use of pleat work begins just below the more fitted hip and gives the skirt volume when you move. It buttons down the front with a row of buttons that end just past the waist. Love the pointed collar and little puffed sleeves giving it that signature YSL touch. Add a contrasting belt for more shape or wear without. Excellent condition with one small item of note below.

Unlined and closes with the buttons you see at the front. Tagged a vintage 44 but please check actual listed measurements. There are some long skinny pulls here and there in the fabric on the front - they are lost in the pattern but are there. I have photoed it and reduced the price but its really fine and wearable as is.

Slightly inset shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 25" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2498

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This spectacular eighties dress with its matching shawl from Norma Kamali is not only super sexy but it gives you lots of styling options and is instantly recognizable as from her. It is made from her signature slinky, lightweight jersey that she favors to this day. It is the type of fabric that is so easy to wear and care for and drapes amazingly. The dress is in a design that she still uses in variations in current collections but I feel these older, original pieces are that much stronger and really are the basis of her entire signature look. It has a dramatic draped top, strong shoulders and a fitted draped hip that you can wear high or low, over the skirt that comes to a point at the font and back and sits higher on each side. I have shown it at full length but that gathered cinching in at the waist does allow you to wear it further up on the hip to shorten the length as well. It has a matching square of fabric that you can use to style multiple ways. It is so rare to find these earlier examples of her work in a complete set like this and this particular one is fabulous. Excellent condition.

Unlined, light stretch matte jersey in a deep slate gray. There is elastic that runs through the waist and hips. Well constructed. Padded shoulders that are held in place by velcro so are removable if you wish to have a softer, more rounded shoulder.

Dress
Shoulders: no defined
Bust: open
Waist: 11-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19-24" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 21" from neck to dropped waist when not worn higher on the hip
Skirt: 32.5" from dropped waist to hem

Shawl
56" x 58"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2496

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.

What you may not see at first glance with this particular piece is that is is indeed a jumpsuit with extra wide cut legs so that it has a full length dress feel once on. You can really see his play on using more sports-like and unusual fabrics in this piece as it is made out of a black silk jersey for the jumpsuit and a stiffened netting for the jacket. Both pieces are then trimmed in dressmakers tape - a fabric choice normally hidden inside a hem. It even uses velcro to close the very top of the neck of the jacket! This fabric choice makes it comfortable to wear and perfect for tropical temperatures and sultry evenings. Each pant is cut extra wide with that horsehair tape trim at the cuff that gives it the weight and shape it needs to fall perfectly. There is not defines waist - it just skims up and over the body to a pointed halter top that ties around the neck with more of that fabulous white taping. The back scooped scandalously low and again is edged with the white so that it sits slightly away from the body in the most interesting and sculptural of ways. The jacket is cut full and boxed with incredible volume. It's translucent net allows the skin revealed by the cut of the jumpsuit to show through and the volume perfectly balances those wide cut legs. This is a classic and sculptural Beene and very sexy. The fabrics and stark graphic feel of the black and white combined with the balance of volume and skin showing all work with each other beautifully. This play on transparency is a staple of Beene's work and here he takes it to a sophisticated, sculpted level. This is really couture level workmanship and quite extraordinary and unusual. Excellent, unworn condition with original hang tag present.

Both pieces are unlined and slip on to wear. The jumpsuit ties at the neck and the jacket has a hidden velcro closure at the front top neck. Ribbon edge finishes on the interior fo the jumpsuit. Note the jacket is also labeled under one arm but only the jumpsuit label was photoed. It has its original hang tag present. Tagged a vintage 10 but please check measurements. It is meant to fit with volume and the silk of the jumpsuit is cut slightly on the bias so it does have some give and stretch.

Jumpsuit
Bust: 18-21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 21-23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: approx 60" from neck to hem
Inseam: 29"

Jacket
Sleeves: 15.5"
Kimono-esque shoulder seamss: 26.5" (so no true shoulder)
Bust: 27" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 27" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 33" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-XL

Item# DD2495

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

Here is another from my recent European acquisition and boy is it a beauty. This one appears to have been entirely made by hand to couture standards and does have a label. I believe it says Paul Dauuay and was made in Geneve. He was undoubtedly one of those small, local couturiers that though not a sanctioned Haute Couture member, was obviously making dresses to that standard. So this is to haute couture standards but considered demi-couture since he was not a member. While researching his name it was interesting to find that a piece from this same label was in one of the Elizabeth Taylor auctions so his clientelle was very high end indeed. Even without that Hollywood association, the dress itself is amazing. It is strapless and fitted. I suspect it is from the early 50s based on that amazing hip detail - the kind of finish held over from the forties that one would still have seen. It is made from a black crepe and is sculpted and seam to hug and fit the body perfectly. The upper edge of the bodice turns down to form a "collar" and it glides over the bust to a nipped in waist. The hips are fitted with that dramatic panel hand gathered and placed on the hip in a marvelous swoop of fabric that curves down to join the skirt. It buttons down the side to the hem where weights are set within the hem and inner silk lining so that it all falls perfectly into place. It is honestly magnificent and very sexy and chic. Tremendous workmanship and an inspired design. Excellent condition

Made to couture standards and partially silk lined. Boned through the bodice and weighted throughout. It closes down the side with fabric covered buttons to just under the waist and hook & eye. A metal zipper lies under the buttons at the waist as well. Built in padding at the bust.  The inner construction is wonderful.

Bust: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 10" from top of dress to waist
Skirt: 44.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2492

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 absolutely adore this printed Lanvin dress with its amazing mod feeling design screened onto the crepe fabric. It feels especially appropriate right now with what is happening over at Gucci and has that same vibe to it. It is so bright and cheerful and done in the perfect coral hues to flatter most skin tones. It is cut straight through the waist in that classic shift shape so it is very comfortable and easy to wear. You can also use the original tie belt to define and cinch in the waist even more. I love the the long sleeves with their cuffed ends and slight fullness just above each wrist. It buttons down the front, allowing you to leave it undone and quite low to add a flash of skin, or keep it buttoned up. A neat little pointed collar is the perfect finishing detail. Excellent condition with two small items to note below.

Unlined and buttons to close down the front. Original matching fabric belt. Each sleeve closes with a button. Note that there are three missing buttons - two on one cuff and one on the front. One front button also has its cover missing. You could move the other cuff buttons to the front and replace all the cuff buttons and just have those natch each other. We also note some slight stretching to the threads at the seams - all are sewn but you can see the threads if you flatten out the seams. Sold as found (but dry cleaned of course) and priced at a steal.

Sleeves: 22.5"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 41.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2491

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 the second time I have had this dress and I love it even more the second time around. It is just a spectacular example of his work. The same dress is part of the permanent collection at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and that one was displayed in the 2013 exhibit "Hippie Chic.  A similar gown also resides in The Met collection with a shorter skirt length and different pattern. The cut is otherwise the same.

The Fall/Winter 1971-72 collection took its inspiration from the Medieval time period and many of the pieces in the collection had this influence, including this one. Sant' Angelo was the winner of two Coty Awards and two Council of Fashion Designers of America honors and was known for his innovation and pioneering use of stretch fabrics. Here we have a dress that really showcases his love of color and mastery of mixing it. It also showcases his use of fabrics that were, up to this point in time, largely not used at all in woman's fashion and certainly not for dresses. The fabric he chose is a soft cotton that has a fleeced T-shirt feel. It has a touch of a stretch to it that makes it deliciously comfortable to wear. His signature piping finishes the neck and the multiple patterns are masterfully layered over each other in tiers through the body and over the waist. The sleeves are amazing and made of two tiers of fabric that sit over each other to mimic the tiers used on the body of the dress.

Sant' Angelo once said, "I am not a fashion designer but an artist who works in fashion engineer of color and form". This dress shows us how true that statement was. Excellent condition and a rare, highly collectible piece.

Unlined and closes with a back painted, hand set metal zipper. I see a couple of tiny nicks on the front skirt. They are lost in the pattern and are stable so have been left as found.

Sleeves: 20"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 59" from neck to back hem, 54" at the front hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2490

Reference photos:  (1) Museum of Fine Arts Boston  / (2) At Museum of Fine Arts Hippie Chic Exhibit (Photo: Laura McLaws Helms)  /  (3) The Metropolitan Museum.

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

Bus Stop was a boutique label and the shop it originated from was started by Lee Bender. The first opened in 1968 and it was eventually sold to a larger chain in 1979. This dress probably dates form the late 60s - early 70s period and is a great example of her work and the British movement of that time period. It is made of a very light weight cotton that has an almost see through effect as the fabric is so fine and light. The densely printed and very pretty floral pattern takes on a soft washed feel because of it and the colors she chose all work together perfectly. The cut is sexy and yet simple. It has a fabric covered, button front that allows for a hint of skin to peek through. This is topped by a long pointed collar that is so representative of this era.  The waist is set high and this tops a fuller midi skirt. The sleeves give it a final perfect pop - each is fitted to the elbow and then flare out in a dramatic bell cut that is full and wide full above the wrist for a really dramatic finish. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a back zipper. The front buttons are fabric covered and all are functional. Note that the zipper lies with a slight bumpiness - it does not affect the wearability of the dress but is noted for accuracy.

Sleeves: 22"
Inset shoulders: 12"
Bust: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14" from neck to waist
Skirt: 33" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2489

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

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This spectacular eighties two piece set from Norma Kamali is not only super sexy but is like buying several outfits at once sine the pieces are great as stand alone's and the inner skirt can be worn at different lengths and can also be worn as a dress. I love the two together best, but it is certainly nice to be able to separate and wear them with with other items. Both pieces are made from her signature jersey that is so easy to wear and care for and drapes amazingly. The top dress is in a design that she still uses in variations today with a dramatic draped top, string shoulders and a fitted draped hip that you can wear high or low, over the skirt that comes with it or wear as a top or a mini dress on its own. The skirt is equally amazing - it is a long fitted sheath with a gathered cinching in at the waist that allows you to wear it on the hip or up and over the bust as a dress - this also lets you change the length of it or wear it on its own. It has a high center slit that is covered with a panel of draped fabric that falls to the hem. It is so rare to find these earlier examples of her work in a complete set like this and this particular one is fabulous.Excellent condition.

Unlined, light stretch matte jersey in red. There is elastic that runs through the waist and hips on the top/dress and the skirt has stretch. The very top of the waist of the inner piece has a slight stretch to it from being worn but it is only a teeny bit. Well constructed.

Top/Mini Dress
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: open
At top seam of fitted bottom portion: 16-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5-22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: drapes to adjust but is 18.5" from neck to waist laid flat
Skirt: drapes to adjust but is 22" from waist to hem laid flat

Skirt/Sheath Dress
At the elastic seam at the top: 14-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
At the hip or what would be the bust: 15-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 15.5-16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 48" from top of dress to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2486

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George Stavropoulos was an amazing designer and to find his early work is already fabulous but to find a piece done at this level is just a treat. This gown is really museum worthy. His clients, who included Elizabeth Taylor and opera singer Maria Calla, adored and cherished him for his ability to create stunning evening wear. His hallmark pieces were simple but with a masters attention to cut. He shunned overt ornamentation and instead focused on cut and fabric to convey the beauty of each piece. This is an amazing example of what he could create following that simple guideline. His pieces are almost always entirely hand made and most are made to demi-couture standards giving you incredible value for your money.

This stunning dress with its matching capelet and mile-long sash is incredible. I love the lightness and airiness created by the chiffon and the brilliance of that perfect summer coral (in person it is a true coral - the photos don't quite capture the tone of the color - its better in person). The fabric is cut on the bias and there are yards and yards used to make this little beauty. Incredibly, there are four full layers of silk used in the skirt alone! The bodice is cut simply with a rounded, scooped front and another scoop at the back that is cut lower for a little extra bit of skin to show. The waist is seamed so that is is very flattering without being overtly fitted - if you want to add more definition you can cinch on the sash around your waist. That spectacular full skirt then flows beautifully to the floor from there. The little cape that comes with it, sits on the shoulders, buttoning to either the back or front depending on how you want to wear it - and adds a pretty detail and flowing feel to the dress. The sash is very ling and you can wear it a multitude of ways and even substitute the capelet out and wear it around the neck for a bit of a different look to the dress. It is very pretty and fresh feeling - a girl will dance the entire night away in a dress like this. Excellent condition

Comprised of multiple layers of the same coral silk chiffon. Closes with a back, hidden set, painted zipper. The capelet is unlined and buttons at the neck. I see one teeny bit of darkening to the fabric about mid thigh on one side. The volume of fabric efficiently hide it and it does not detract. Bias cut so there is some play in the listed measurements - we have listed to the max they will go

Dress
Bust: to 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16.5" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 39" from waist to hem

Capelet
Length: 14.5" from top to bottom

Sash/Scarf
120" x 30"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2488

Reference Photos: Shot for creative purposes by Nicole Ormerod  /  Stylist: Nadia Pizzimenti  /  Hair & Makeup:  Jodi Urichuk  /  models: Riley Young & Viktoria Light.

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In 1981 Haslton was still in full control of his brand. He had not yet signed the international licensing agreements (that was to happen in 1983) that would be the beginning of his downfall. In fact, at this point in the Halston history, he was at the top of his game and anyone who was anybody was wearing the Halston label. His prices were sky high and the work put into the pieces was impeccable.

The fabric for his beaded and sequin pieces were being made in India. Halston personally chose the fabrics and materials that were used for each piece of his main line collections. The 1981 collection was especially intricate and the majority of the runway garments were heavily beaded and/or sequinned. This jacket is gorgeous. It is made out of a cut work silk organza done in silver. The pattern is held together by looped stitching that run between the pieces and leave a hint of skin peeking through where there is an open space. Over this, and following the design, is an edging of silver glass tube beads and miniature pearls. These have all been hand applied and individually placed to give the jacket a swirling organic feel. In the book Halston, published by Phiadon, a similar piece in red is shown on Katherine Graham, the American publisher who led the Washington Post for more then two decades. Also from that book is a photo of Halston with models from the 1981 show and you can see the girl in the gold wearing a similar piece, belted with a sash, and worn over a skirt. That same book also had the orignal sketch of the piece too. Excellent condition.

The body of the jacket is fully lined in a grey silk chiffon and it closes at the front with hook and eye. All the work is done by hand. Small interior repair on one sleeve

Sleeves: 21.5" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: approx 19" flat across but no true side seams due to the cut of the arm
Waist: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 22" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S733

Reference Photos: (1) Spring 1981 Halston Illustration by Michelle Dowgin. (2) Halston with models, December 7 1981, photo Ron Galella. 

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Dorothy O'Hara pieces have one thing in common - seaming, sexiness and they are all about highlighting a girl's assets. O'Hara was based in California and was a favorite of starlets and wanna be starlets, renowned for her figure hugging and enhancing dresses - especially the ones done in black. Her signature is a curving fit that is created but panels and inset that cinch in the waist and create the illusion of that coveted hourglass figure. This little black beauty is no exception with clever draping and seaming details  that run down the front on an angle.  a panel swoops across and under the bust on one side and another swoops across the waist and over the hip on the other to end in a draped panel that forms the front skirt. The bust line is cut in a V and the shoulders are rounded and follow the arm to just above the wrist. This dress would date to the late forties early fifties and is wonderful. Excellent condition.

Partially lined through the front bust with a silky black rayon, the rest of the dress is unlined. Closes with a back painted metal zipper. Ribbon edged interior hems and hand finishes.

Sleeves: 19.5" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 28" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2483

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Purposely frayed edges and a whisper light silk in a snakeskin pattern make this wonderful little Resort 2011 Lanvin dress still feel fresh. Under the genius direction of Alber Elbaz, the collection was edgy but simple. Looks 4 & 25 shared the same print and once in production it was a series of simple shifts that went to the shops. I love pieces from the resort collections - designers do a tighter edit and often explore new ideas that may or may not end up on the next catwalk. They also tend to be more creative and production is smaller meaning less pieces are out there. The dress is a single layer of scarf weight silk so weighs almost nothing. The edges at the waist, neck and sleeves are left frayed and de-constructed - a favorite detailing of Alber's work. The shape is simple and easy and the print and color act as a neutral color wise allowing you to go wot pretty much any color for shoes and a bag. At the same time that print makes a statement and take the dress to another level. Excellent condition

Unlined and zips to close at the back. I see no size tag so please go by measurements below.

Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14" from dress neck to waist
Skirt: 23.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2482

Reference Photos: Lanvin Resort 2011, Looks #4 & #25 (from vogue.com)

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The spring 2011 collection by Valli was met by rave reviews. Tim Blanks for Vogue said of this collection: "There's something about Giambattista Valli's clothes that is so fundamentally optimistic, they've got you at hello. Maybe it's the va-va-voom echoes of Rome in the sixties, a quintessential dolce vita moment that resounds through the decades. With today's show, it wasn't like the outfits themselves were retro, but there was a kicky energy that felt like it might have come from bright young things getting dressed up and following Valli, their pied piper, through noble streets to a hole in the wall where they'd have a hell of a time. Two words: "short" and "flat." As in dresses and shoes. We should probably add "sheer" to that list, because a Valli girl is shameless in her pursuit of pleasure." and Hamish Bowles added that "Giambattista Valliwas thinking about “the four R’s,” the qualities he associates with “all my front-row girls. They are romantic, rebel, rock, and royal!”

This dress was Look #20 on the runway and was part of the pieces that he did that featured this print. Here we have a shorter shift dress silhouette with a great sixties vibe. The inner dress has a larger version of the cat print with a second floating layer that is attached and gives it a little sleeve and airiness. The hem of the dress has a beautiful, thick white embroidery detailing. Once on it is very chic and simple and flattering. The contrast of the prints is allowed to shine and really acts as a neutral. Once small detail I love is that there are hidden pockets long each hip and each is lined in the same silk chiffon that the top overlay is constructed from. It's like a little secret touch that only the wearer knows. Excellent, appears unworn condition.

Fully lined in a silk organza and hidden pockets along the hip. It closes with a back hidden set zipper. Tagged a modern size 40

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: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 31" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2480

Reference Photo: Giambattista Valli S/S 2011, Look #20. (from vogue.com)

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A hard to find, amazing seventies Christian Dior dress that is chic and simple and perfectly showcases why this brand has had such staying power. Cut like in a loose and easy cut with that perfect for this season midi length and done in a chic neutral. The color is very unusual - it is almost a shade of green but muted and combined with cream and taupe. The top is purposely cut to feel loose and easy  with a wide neckline that stops just short of being off shoulder and a tie above a small keyhole at the front. The sleeves are also cut with a soft and easy feel , full and wide above a piped cuff that ends mid-forearm and perfect to push up tot he elbow. It skims into a sleek column that will stretch to follow your curves from there. It comes with its original tie belt woven through the waist that allows you to add shape and adjust the length and amount the top poufs over. Presents as excellent condition with some tiny flaws noted below.

Unlined and slips over the head with a tie at the neck and through the waist. There are some tiny storage spots - one on the front near the keyhole and a couple on the sleeve. They may come out with additional cleaning but have been noted and the dress priced accordingly. The dress has a lot of potential stretch and the measurements below are those taken flat and to what we feel the comfortable outer ranges. Note the color is best shown in the pictures of the dress- the label photo is NOT the correct color.

Sleeves: 18.5"
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 15.5-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17" from neck to waist
Skirt: 29" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2476

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This dress is from Galliano's main line and dates to the nineties - which one can see not only from the version of his label seen inside in the dress but readily in the lines of the dress itself. It's long lean silhouette and fitted body-con cut screams nineties and supermodels. This silhouette was out of fashion for a while but it is firmly back in fashion, and pieces like this feel fresh and new once again. Especially when they are such outstanding pieces like this one is. This pretty supermodel length dress showcases Galliano's love of both drape and cut. It is quite stunning and the simple design belies a masterful cut that uses the bias cut movement created by the weave of the fabric to hug and encase the body. When the dress is off the body it seems impossibly ling and skinny but once on the knit opens and curves around the body. The fabric has no content tag but feels like a silk raffia mix and the multiple weave techniques used give it interesting play and texture. That mixed with the dusky rose color make for one fabulous dress. It is so simple but so very sexy. Excellent condition

Unlined and slips over the head to wear. The dress does stretch and curve to the body once one. The weave is open so it is semi-transparent. Note that it is more of a pastel color in person - not quite so deep in tone as how it photoed

Shoulders: 13.5-15"
Bust: 13-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 10-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 13.5-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 60" from neck to hem but will come up some once on

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2471

Reference Photos: Shot for creative purposes by Nicole Ormerod  /  Stylist: Nadia Pizzimenti  /  Hair & Makeup:  Jodi Urichuk  /  models: Riley Young & Viktoria Light.

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This little 1980s Norma Kamali is a fabulous example of her work during this time period and has that easy fullness of the eighties that seems so fresh yet again. The bodice is cut generously with a fullness that comes form the shoulders and curves into a loose cut bust that has a V neck to balance that fullness. Her signature shoulder pads add structure and the waist nips in and you can really cinch it with the attached ties. The skirt flares out from there, skimming over the hips and really opening out near the hem. There is a lot of fabric in the bottom of the skirt so you really get tremendous movement when you twirl. The fabric is a mix so keeps wrinkles at bay and wears well. I love the black and white design that covers it shoulder to hem. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a hidden set side zipper. Attached ties at the waist and shoulder pad. Tagged a vintage 10 but please check actual measurements.

Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: open with no true side seams
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17" from neck to waist
Skirt: 37" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2469

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From the time period when John Galliano headed the house this is am gorgeous little dress from the main Dior line. It is a wonderful example of how he could be chic and subtle while still executing a sharply cut design. You often see a nod to the fifties and sixties in his work for Dior during this time period and never more so then here with this silhouette. It has that va-voom fitted cut of the fifties and is meant to skim and highlight a girls curves but in the most tasteful of ways. It is so easy to wear and has a delightful retro and feminine feel to it. The fabric choice - a lightweight fine wool & silk mix that allows the dress to hold its shape without having to add any interior structure. It bodice skims over the torso and has pretty pleats at the waist to cinch it in softly. The waist is further defined by the fabric belt shaped into a bow. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a high quality black silk. It closes with a hidden set, back zipper. Tagged a US6, French 38. The fabric belt closes with hidden snaps so it can be easily adjusted if needed for the perfect fit

Bust: to 18" 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
Length: 41" from top to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2466

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Azzedine Alaia is a master of knits and this is a wonderful example of his earlier work from the 80s. This has a definite eighties vibe to it with its dolman sleeve cut and his signature (from this period of time) matching colored snaps running down the back. It is one of those great pieces that can be worn shorter with the top creating more of a blouse over, or pulled down to tunic length. The fitted hip gives it that body conscious feel to it that Alaia pieces do while the fuller top balanced that out. The perfect sweater to work into a modern wardrobe and a great collectors peice. Excellent condition

Unlined and slips on to wear. Tagged a vintage Alaia medium

Sleeves: approx 25"
Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: open as there are not true 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: 28" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# S717

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This is an important and exceptional silk taffeta, wrap top and full length skirt with amazing and dramatic puffed sleeves. This Rive Gauche version would have been based on that Haute Couture gowns from the late seventies collection. It has no YSL label any longer but is clearly his work and bears the label of the Paris Department store W. Beresford on Rue St Honore. I have dated this to the 1980s collection based on the set worn by Iman (see attached) that bears a strikingly similar sleeve and wrap treatment, although it is even more elaborate on this version. Our example was done in his signature silk taffeta that is a stunning cherry red color, clear and true. The exorbitant double pouf treatment to the sleeves is just phenomenal. The skirt is extremely full and the photos do not do the amount of fabric in it justice. The sheer amount of fabric in the skirt is wonderful. The fabric choice allows it to be extremely light in weight and yet retain its shape and fullness. The top is wraps around the body and ties at the waist, creating a simple V plunge. Each sleeve is cut wide at the shoulder and then tapers gracefully to the wrist. Two tiers of that extraordinary pouf and gathered detailing adorn each sleeve ending in a narrow buttoned cuff. It is just wonderful and truly a work of art and an important piece of fashion history for the discerning collector. It is also very versatile since it is separates and the pieces can be worn together and presents as a gown, or you may pair them up with other pieces in your wardrobe. Very rare and museum worthy. It is exceptional in every possible way. Excellent condition. 

The top is unlined and wraps to close with a silk covered snap in the V of the bodice to hold it in place. Each cuff has 5 silk covered, functional buttons. The skirt closes with a zipper and hook & eye at the waist. It is fully lined in a fine tissue silk. Pockets on each side.

Note that if you adjusted the waist you could easily fit this on a smaller frame and if you are not very broad across the shoulders it should be fine on a larger one then the size medium equivalent listed. Note the color is a little more of a cherry pink red with a more blue undertone that the tomato red it photoed. It is even better in person!

Top
Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: variable
Length: 18" from waist to hem

Skirt
Waist: 14.5" from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 43" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2135

Reference Photos: (1) Iman for Yves Saint Laurent (Ad from French Vogue), 1980.  /  (2-3) 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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Chic and sophisticated, for the girl that is addicted to the vintage version of the little black dress, it is impossible to go very long before a Norman Norell lands in her closet. His dresses are cut so masterfully with every line and seam placed exactly where it should be to flatter the body and create an air of sophistication without feeling like you are trying to hard. This particular dress is a fabulous example of just that and the lines are just lovely. It is a chic wool jersey sheath whose fabric has a bit of texture to it and a long and sleek line to the cut. The neckline is high and the upper bodice accented through the seaming with the armholes cut deep in his signature squared off cut. From there it falls in a sleek column with a half belt that buttons into place bringing in the waist very subtly to give just the hint of definition. Under this are to top set pockets that sit on the hip. More delicious details at the back with big buttons closing it. Don't be fooled by it's simplicity - it is seamed and constructed to couture levels and the finishes within it are superb. A classic that will last you a lifetime and then still be relevant. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a fine black silk and closes at the back with the buttons as shown. The belt buttons into place. Proper button holes finishes on all. Hand finished throughout and made to demi-couture standards.

Bust: 18" 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: 43.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2459

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A Norman Norell suit is always a classic and this one is exceptional - both for its avant garde and modern feel and also that it has been done in that incredible pink color. The fabric is a decent weight for a boucle but it is not so thick that it too heavy to wear. Just a well made, excellent quality weight.The skirt is cut slim and straight and falls just past the knee (note in the picture the skirt bubbles out on the side a touch - this is the angle of the mannequin's hip and it sits perfect on a real girl). The jacket is cropped just above the waistline and feels so modern at this length. I love the huge matte round buttons that close it too - they are an unusual choice and really add to the suits appeal. It is very chic and structured in feel. It is also impeccably made with lots of couture level hand finishes put into the construction. This piece (and others to come) were sourced by my fellow dealer and collaborator, David Sheflin, and are from a collection of runway samples and custom made pieces. All the Norell's to list in the near future, including this one, were sourced from one the house models. She dated this one as from the 1963-655 time period or near to that. Excellent condition.

Both pieces are fully lined in a cream hand set silk. The jacket closes down the front with buttons and the skirt closes with a hand set back zipper, with a large snap and flat hook & eye at the waist Proper finished button holes and pockets along each seam at the hip. Hand finished throughout and weights in the lining of the skirt so it sits proper. Made to demi-couture standards. The color is best shown in the label photo.

Jacket
Sleeves: 20"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 16" from neck to hem

Skirt
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 25" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2456

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The twin of this one was photoed  for the Bloomingdales lingerie catalogue in 1976 by Guy Bourdin giving it the most amazing provenance.  Kloss was a contemporary of Ossie Clark and his pieces often have that same British sense of sexiness during this time period.

This is one of my favourite John Kloss pieces I have ever had in the shop. John Kloss for Circa pieces were originally intended to be worn as lingerie. Most of the ones that you find are too thin or too sheer to wear as proper dresses now. But every once in a while you find a fabulous little exception like this. The cut of this one is simple but very sexy. The front has a twisted halter detail with an open cut out. It flows down from there in a column of bias cut nylon jersey. A very high slit runs up the front to show a ton of leg. Kloss was genius at choosing extremely high quality nylons that held the colour well and would drape exactly as he wished. He worked mainly in solid colours but this feather print was an exception and became a signature. Excellent condition.

Unlined and slips on to wear. Tagged a Medium. At some point the tag was cut and has been stitched back together. Edges are finished with his signature cross stitch. The fabric does have some stretch so should fit a range of sizes

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Under Bust: 14-16"
Natural Waist: 16-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20-22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 53" from strap to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD2455

Reference: Image from Bloomingdales lingerie catalogue, 1976, shot by Guy Bourdin.

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The classic shift dress from the sixties never seems to go out of style and when its as great as this little option it is easy to see why. Victor Costa was particularly great at taking high end designs and making versions that were more affordable but still of a really good quality. His earlier pieces especially seem to stand up to time.  This particular dress is a great example of that. It is made of a metallic brocade that has weight enough to hold its shape but is not so thick as to feel awkward when worn. The colors are lovely - a pale blush, or nude pink tint mixes with black and silver. The cut is simple with now sleeves and a body skimming line.  The skirt has just a touch of a little A-line flare. I love the attached embellished belt that allows you to cinch it on or wear it loose and low. Its encrusted with big jet black faceted beads, rhinestone attached to silver cording and velvet ties. Hidden side pockets are the perfect finish. Excellent condition.

Interlined in cream silky rayon and closes at the back with a painted metal zipper. The attached belt is in fantastic condition, original and made of a black velvet with silver cording, beads and rhinestones. It closes with hook & eye so can be easily adjusted for the perfect fit if needed.

Bust: to 20" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 21" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 37" from mid back of the neck to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2454

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This wonderful little black dress is from the time period that Sophie Gimbel was designing the Saks in-house ready-to-wear line and her pieces were very expensive. Most of the custom pieces like this one, had extraordinary little details and were extremely well made. This dress does not have a Sophie designated tag but it does have its custom order tag which also conveniently dates it exactly for us: 9-30-60. It is almost certainly a Sophie design and because of the lack of that identifying tag it is a super deal price wise as the addition of the tag alone would add several hundred dollars to the price I have here. The dress is a stunning black silk taffeta that has a black cord applique applied as well as lace trim. The applique work covers the bodice and circles the hem in a wide panel. The sleeves, neck and hem are also finished with a feminine black lace - and on the hem the bottom panel of lace also is the cord detail applied. This would be all hand done fabric and impossible to replicate at this quality now. The bodice is kept sweet and simple with a high neck and gently curving shoulder. Under the skit is a built in black silk light crinoline to the shape is kept beautifully. It is just wonderful and a rare find. Excellent condition

Fully interlined in a black silk organza and has an inner black silk taffeta crinoline for volume. It closes with a back painted metal zip and the interior crinoline closes with hook and eye. Wonderfully made and hand finished.

Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 27.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2452

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This is the second time I have had this dress in this size but this version is perfect, unlike the first that had a teeny flaw. It's one of the most recognizable and coveted of the Radley pieces and if you are an Ossie Clark fan then you instantly recognized this dress since it was one of his designs while he was designing for that label. It is perhaps the most famous of all the dresses he designed while at Radley and I love it. The dress is made of his signature moss crepe and it has just enough stretch to instantly cling to the body but without being skin tight. It has a strong nod to the forties in the cut and that touch of Ossie's signature sexuality in the way the buttons are set to leave little gaps of skin showing through. It is meant to be worn with nothing underneath as Ossie Clark designed all of his dresses to be worn. The shoulders are a pretty black chiffon through which the skin peaks through. The neck can be worn closed or left open. A real find. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes at the front with a tightly spaced row of moss crepe fabric covered buttons and a tie at the top of the neck. The moss crepe does have a bit of stretch. Tagged a vintage Radley UK12 but please check actual measurements as it runs smaller.

Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 15-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 44" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2450

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This Giorgio di Sant'Angelo dress is piece made in collaboration for Raymodes and these were all done prior to 1976 when he officially dropped the "di" from his own main label. It is an interesting little piece as it really showcases his early work but because it is not his own mainline the pricing is far lower then what it would be otherwise. He still would have designed and oversaw the production of this so you are not getting someone else's work - just a different version of his own. Even without any pedigree the dress is utterly fantastic. It is made of a hand washable fabric that has a gorgeous and vibrant bird design over its surface.The neckline is in his signature squared off cut with wide straps that curve up and around each shoulder. I love the lace and velvet ribbon detailing on the bright cotton and all the colors used. The body of the dress billows out quite full from under that right to the floor in a wide expanse of fabric. Big piped pockets sit on each hip and there is matching fabric belt that you can wear to add shape - though I love it equally  with the belt left off and worn full. It is cut to fit quite easily through the body. A great little summer piece and if it does not get snatched up quickly - might find its way into my own closet. Excellent condition

Unlined and slips on to wear. It closes at the back with a metal and nylon zipper and each strap buttons at its base at the back with a different colored fabric covered button. The belt simply ties

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: open
Hips: open
Length: 55" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2449

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This fabulous and sexy 1970s Leonard maxi dress is a find. It is made from his signature silk jersey fabric and this choice of fabric gave these long maxi length dresses the perfect drape and fit. It is that perfect balance of being easy to wear and still staying insanely sexy but without being overtly so. Each of his designs were made from custom designed fabrics and during this time period in particular, they were all the most gorgeous color palettes, like this mix of bright flowers on a black backdrop. I love the fitted halter cut through bodice and the back that is left almost bare. This barely there top perfectly balances the maxi skirt that flows to the floor in a swoop of bias cut silk jersey. There is a good amount of fabric through the skirt which allows for more of that pretty design to be seen whenever you move. I love the V neckline and signature contrasting borders that define the neckline, halter strap and hem. It also runs down the back for a pretty finishing detail. A real little beauty. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a low back back, metal and nylon zipper with two fabric covered buttons and loops at the back of the halter neck. The fabric is a silk jersey and does have some stretch - the measurements given are the comfortable stretch when laying out flat. The fabric is signed throughout. Because there are no true side seams at the bust you do have some range there.

Bust: approx 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20-22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 18" from neck to waist
Skirt: 39" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2447

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This is a lovely and feminine little strapless dress in a pearl or champagne colored silk with pretty lace details. There was no label in the dress but luckily the matching fabric belt was stamped with its Parnes Feinstein label so the designer of the dress is known. The Feinstein label began in 1948 and I suspect that this dress was made just a few years into that, perhaps in the early fifties. You can see the influence of both the 40s and the "New Look" movement. The skirt is cut in a slightly exaggerated A-line so has that fullness feel of the fifties but really makes you look long and lean still. I photoed it with no crinoline underneath. It is not a true circle skirt by any means but I think you could wear a light crinoline under the skirt if you did want more fullness. The bodice is strapless and has the most lovely lace detailing that runs around the top edge and highlights the bodice and also adorns each hip pocket. Very romantic feeling and pretty. Presents as excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a side painted metal zipper. There are some tiny pinholes on an area near the hem of the front (photoed) and a smaller area at the back of the skirt at hip level that does not detract from the overall beauty - the skirt has enough fabric that once on they get lost. They did not worsen when it was cleaned so I have left it as found. Priced accordingly. Only the belt is labeled.

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 23.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 11" from top of the bodice to waist
Skirt: 30" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2446

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This amazing 1970s Chloe may be from Karl Lagerfeld time with the label as it has that feel but I could not verify that - which is a bonus for the girl that buys it as the price would be far more if I could have. Regardless, it is a stunning dress that works much, much better on a real girl then it does on the mannequin. The excessive volume through the body of the dress transforms on a body to movement. The drama of the wide cut sleeves does not translate in the photos - they need to be on a body and moving so that the richness of the silk really shows off. The color of the silk is absolutely gorgeous - it is a soft blush pink - a touch richer in hue in person then how it photoed. This nude pink contrasts against the black print and the rich velvet collar beautifully. The silk is very fine and of Hermes scarf weight so feels like you are wearing a wisp of air. It is a very simple dress that flows from the shoulder and gently widens as it nears the hem. The sleeves are cut wide and full. The collar is made of velvet and curves up and around the neck. From there is flows into an upper shoulder that also curves into place. The silk is gathered into this shoulder detail with softly gathered pleats. Excellent condition

Unlined and made of a very fine, high grade scarf weight silk. It closes with a series of domed black buttons on the back of the neck. The open cut will fit a variety of sizes

Sleeves: 20"
Shoulders: no true defined seams
Bust: open
Waist: open
Hips: open
Length: 36" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-LRG

Item# DD2445

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This is a lovely and classic little dress that is quintessentially female and an absolutely lovely piece. It is constructed from a high quality cream silk that holds the sculptural shape of the dress very well but is not too heavy to wear once on. The top is cut in a simple design with straps that curve up and around each shoulder. The front has a pretty squared off neckline and notched front. I love the little fabric flower that sits at the front at the base of the notch - it is a pretty little detail that softens and adds to the feel of femininity the dress has. The shape though the waist is all created by beautiful and curved seams that run vertically over the dress - this technique uses a lot of fabric and is the kind of detail that you see more often in vintage then in new anymore. The skirt flows over the hips and is cut on an A-line with a beautiful sculptural feeling to it. A really pretty and classic piece. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a back metal zipper. There is the teeniest of nips near the hem - easily removed if you wish to shorten an inch but they are almost invisible unless you have it flat and are looking for them. There is no yellowing ot the fabric - if any of the pictures look that way it is the light only. The color in person is a little deeper and more creamier then shown.

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 37.5" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2444

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I adore the bright true purple color of this little Thierry Mugler dress and the use of the parachute silk. That fabric choice gives it a really interesting texture yet the entire dress weighs very little since the fabric is so light in weight. The contrast between the extremely light fabric and the structured feel of the dress is just super. His cuts always have a feel of sexiness to them mixed the power dressing vibe of the nineties. The dress has a strong shouldered and wraps and snaps into place. The seam of the skirt is curved for a pretty detail and the sleeves left to end at the elbows. The buckled belt cinches in the waist and has a fabulous little angled buckle on it. It has almost safari feel to it despite the strong color and walks that line between utilitarian and vixen. Excellent condition.

Unlined and wraps to close snapping into place. Padded shoulders. The belt is original and buckles to close. The pocket details on the front bodice are technically functional pockets but of course are just a design detail. Tagged a vintage 42

Exaggerated shoulders: approx 18"
Bust: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 18" from neck to waist
Skirt: 22.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2443

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This fabulous little Emilio Pucci dress is particularly special as it still retains its original belt with its crystal bead tassels. These belts were hand made by Coppola e Toppo and are well documented. I have seen these sold on their own for several hundred dollars and even girl using them as necklaces so you are really getting a little extra for your dollar with it being present. The color palette of this gorgeous Pucci dress is also quite fabulous and the dress is made from his signature lightweight silk jersey. The custom screened designs is still as vibrant as when it was made and I love the mix of rich purples. It slips over the head and has an unusual slanted button closure at the base of the collared neckline - this is a detail I have not seen before. Skinny sleeves and a forgiving cut through the body are key Pucci elements and you can use the belt to give it more shape or wear it loose and easy. The entire dress weighs ounces and is wonderfully bright and happy in feel as all great Pucci's are. Excellent condition.

Unlined and slips on to wear with two fabric covered buttons at the base of the neckline. Extensive hand work on the interior. The fabric has stretch if you need it. Tagged a vintage Pucci 14 but these run small compared to modern sizing so please make sure to check the measurements below

Sleeves: 23"
Dropped shoulders: 17.5"
Bust: 19-22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5-23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 43.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2442

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A year or so ago I had the dress that matches this coat and I am sad that I did not find the two at the same time. I have since dated both after finding a reference photo in Vogue. Regardless of that this is an absolutely gorgeous Malcolm Starr coat with superb detailing. It is made of a felted wool with a gorgeous print that covers its surface in an unusual combination of blues, olives and deep corals mixed with pops of white. It closes neatly down the front with a row of brass cut out dome buttons encrusted with rhinestones that add a little sparkle and glitz. I love the slim cut that gently flares out as it nears the hem. A small round collar sits prettily at the neck and is detailed with a gold ribbon edging. This same gold runs down the front and circles each cuff. Lovely lines, well made and stunning detail - all adding up to a really wonderful little coat. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a deep blue silk and buttons to close. I see no missing rhinestones on any buttons. Silk lined pockets along the front seams. Finished button holes.

Sleeves: 23.5"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 40.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# C409

Reference Photo: Ann Turkel in Malcolm Starr, Vogue, October 1 1970. Photo by Bert Stern.

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Valentino pieces are always stunning and I love how the recent resurgence of the house really stays true to Mr. Valentino's original vision that you can see so clearly in pieces like this. This is a stunning piece and could easily be a piece form the recent Valentino runway - many of the pieces have this same feel and attention to detail with the fabric choices as this one does. You can clearly see the influence of the nineties in this piece with its nod to sportswear in that racerback halter. This gives it a sexy little sports touch while still keep the dress at a high glamour level. The most striking thing about the dress is its elaborate silk netting exterior, dyed a soft dusky pink with hand applique detailing of lace and hand beading. The netting has been treated so it has an almost starched feel but without being so stiff it does not move - it has just enough so that it holds the shape it is meant to be. The applique and beads follow the lines of the dress like a vine trailing over the surface from top to bottom. All of the bead work is done by hand and because the colors of the beads are meant to match it just adds a depth and level of texture rather then being flashy. On the inside it is immaculately constructed with a cup built in at for the breasts so no undergarment is needed and it is finished with two layers of fine, light pink silk chiffon inside. It is almost weightless and stunningly beautiful - a real work of art. Exactly what one would expect from Valentino. Excellent condition.

Closes with a hidden, hand set, side painted zipper. Fully lined using two feather light layers of pink silk chiffon. A built in cup sits inside the bodice for coverage. The exterior is made of two layers of hand dyed netting that is connected by the beading, applique work and seaming. All the beads are hand applied and this can clearly be seen on the reverse side.

Bust: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 54" from top middle of the shoulders to the bottom of the hem

Approximate Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD728

Reference Photo: F/W 1997-98 Valentino Runway.

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Valentino pieces are always so pretty and I love how the resurgence of the house really stays true to Mr. Valentino's vision that you can see so clearly in pieces like this. This beautiful dress dates from the late 70s, maybe the early 80s, and has all the elements you look for in a Valentino. The fabric is beautiful - its a deep blue silk silk chiffon that flows and drapes wonderfully once on. The shoulders have a pretty and romantic caped effect with a panel of fabric circling around the shoulders to meet at the front and a pretty chiffon bow. Underneath is a more fitted bodice that narrows to a nipped in waist. The skirt is cut on the bias and ends in a ruffle that picks up on the cut of the cape detail. It also is cut so that the back lies longer down then the front and has lots of movement. Wonderful condition with a couple small flaws noted below.

The dress is fully interlined in second layer of the same silk chiffon and has an interior grosgrain ribbon around the waist that hooks to close. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. There are some small marks on the skirt and a water stain on the ties at the front - these are apparent when the dress is laid out and flat but once on the amount of fabric drapes and you do not notice these flaws. Priced far down from what it would be otherwise so is a steal.

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open (bias cut)
Bodice: 16.5" from natural neck to waist
Skirt: 25" from waist to shortest point of front hem, 36" to longest point of back. Note it is cut on the bias so may come up some once on.

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD2439

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This dramatic scarf arm silhouette was wildly popular in the late sixties and this is a great example of that look. It is made of a silk crepe that has a lovely floral print screened over it in with the print washed over at the edges like a fine watercolor. It has a simple cut mixed with the drama of the arms and is a real little beauty. The bodice is cut to skim over the bust with a scooped neckline and back. The waist nips in with vertical seaming placed to suggest and create that hour glass shape. The skirt is slim and done in a pencil cut with the fitted curves of the dress acting as the perfect contrast to those sleeves. Each appears to start at the neck which is draped with an attached scarf detailing at the front and back. This gives the illusion that the panels that make up each arm drapes crosses over the neck as well. The sleeves are of course the show stopper - each trails down to meet the hem of the dress and are left open just after the shoulder and right down tot he hem. They are beautiful and dramatic. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a white silky ribbed rayon with the sleeves left unlined. Closes with a back metal zipper. There looks to be a minor repair to each end of the seam that sits just above where the sleeves open. The work is decently done and looks old so has been left as found.

Sleeves: 41"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 41.5" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2438

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Every once in a while I get a dress that comes with a larger group of clothing that is not quite perfect. When they are super cute, like this one, and still have so much life in them like this one does, and are still completely wearable, I will break my normal rule of only posting things for you that are pretty perfect and post something with a small imperfection and dramatically reduce the price. This little Geoffrey Beene dress is darling and I love the bright and cheerful print that covered the surface. It is made of a silk twill and has those vibrant colors typical of the sixties - a mix of yellow, coral, blue and green - colors that should not work together but somehow do in the swirling design that he chose. The dress is a simple shift that has a loose and easy fit. The collar is high and it buttons down the front with a series of fabric covered buttons and loops. The sleeves are long and cuffed and I love the little hidden pockets that sit along the front seams. You can wear it as is or add a belt to instantly add shape. Great overall condition

The dress is fully lined in yellow silk and slip over the head to wear with a button front. Hidden fabric covered snaps at each wrist. Hand finishes and a ribbon edged interior hem. Hidden pockets along the seam. Its flaw is a discoloration that runs across the pattern at the button front. I have photoed it for you. It has been dry cleaned and this did not budge. You could potentially shorten in to get rid of all or most of it or just wear it as is. Priced accordingly

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 19.5" 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: 39" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2436

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This is so similar in cut to the mainline Traina label dress I have in the shop right now that I feel that this one must have been produced for the boutique based on the design of the other. Geoffrey Beene worked for the Traina label from 1958 through to 1963 and I feel that this must be one of his designs as like the green one I have listed, it has very strong Beene design elements. I have seen similar pieces from him later from his own label and its fascinating to see what is probably an early piece of the evolution of one of the great American designers. This version is remarkable and still has its original hang tags.  It is full length and made of a combination of a printed chiffon and a satin finish crepe bodice. Where the other dress I have was embroidered this one is screened with a gorgeous print that highlights the skirt and sleeves. The skirt is cut full and gathers into the waist and is topped by simple bodice that buttons up the front with big frog knots. I adore the wide, balloon cut sleeves and how they come out from the waist to create volume that balances the fullness of the skirt. Shape is created with an attached fabric belt that cinches in the waist or allows you to keep it loose and easy. It is very pretty. Excellent condition

The skirt is lined in a second layer of black chiffon and the bodice is lined in a black silk. The sleeves are unlined. It closes at the front with frog buttons. Hidden fabric covered snaps close each sleeve. Has original tags. It's never been worn but was cleaned. I see two areas on the fabric of the bodice that are slightly thinned, as well as a small spot on the upper shoulder - I have photoed these. All are strong and stable and did not worsen with cleaning. Priced accordingly.

Sleeves: 28"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: no defined seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 12.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 41" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2434

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 am obsessed with velvet Pucci's right now. The depth of color and the richness of the fabric feels so right again. especially with all the velvet that modern designers are showing on the runways again. Of course, among vintage collectors, this is the fabric that has always been one the most prized to find. Each piece is equally strong on its own and though sold as a set, I think the girl who snatches this up will get as much use, if not more, out of it by wearing them as separates so they shine in their own right. The skirt is a gorgeous flat fronted cut that flows out into a wide A-line. This really allows that print to be shown off and gives a beautiful, sculptural line as it falls to the floor.  It buttons completely open so you can allow as much leg as you wish to show. The jacket slips on and buttons to close and has an almost denim jacket cut to it - cropped and fitted. You can easily wear it on its own without anything under it or layer it over other pieces. The colors are fabulous - that classic vivid Pucci motif - and it is so versatile since you can wear it as shown or as separates. This is a very rare and covetable set. Excellent condition

The jacket is fully lined in a black, hand set silk faille and closes with hidden set mother-of-pearl buttons at the front. The skirt is lined with a black muslin also hand set. It also closes with a series of hidden set MOP buttons down the front. The very last button on the skirt is missing and some of the buttons show chipping around there edges. None show when its on so this is mentioned for accuracy only. Both pieces are tagged as vintage Pucci 12s but of course check measurements as this does not correlate to modern sizing.

Jacket
Sleeves: 23"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 18" from neck to hem

Skirt
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Skirt: 44" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2433

Reference Photos: Amanda Lee Shirreffs. Click here to see her original blog post on this look >

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