This is a fabulous and early 1980s example of Courreges that has all the feel and mod appeal of an earlier piece! It is in excellent, unworn condition and really a great little dress! Cut in a classic shift with lots of great details to instantly identify it as a Courreges. It has those classic half cap sleeves and the seams are emphasized. Love how they are set on an angle at the chest and meets the notched neckline - a familiar detail that Courreges was famous for. The skirt widens as it nears the hem and great triangle shaped pocket, each detailed with a button sit on either side of the hip to give it a true sixties feel. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a cream silky rayon and closes with a back zipper and buttons above it. Tagged an eighties 42

Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 36" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD1793

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

Self backed fabric and closes with a side nylon & metal zipper. Note the color has a slightly deeper blue in person. There is very very slight scuffing to the fabric here and there - it is not apparent when on but you do see it when it is lying flat and spread out. Because it is bias cut it will drape to fit the body under it.

Bust: 15-17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open due to the bias cut
Length: 60" from top of shoulder to longest point of front hem, 64" to longest point of the back

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD1791

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 fun eighties dress by Lilli Diamond has that exuberance that the decade was known for. The bodice is strapless and fitted ad is a combination of purple and deep blue lace as the base with a white ribbon sewn over that in the curvy design you see. The skirt is so great - white chiffon is set in big vertical ruffles spaces close together and this creates that tremendous volume and airiness. It's sexy and fun and a great 80s take on a fifties silhouette. Excellent condition.

The bodice is lined in a blue silky rayon and the skirt has an ruffled hem inner silky white rayon skirt lining. The bodice is lightly boned on the sides and it closes with a back painted metal & nylon zipper.

Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 11" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 20.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML

Item# DD1788

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 dress is absolutely darling! It is impossible to look at it and not feel happy! This is his diffusion line form the 80s but it was so cute I could not resist and well most of the pieces form this particular part of his empire were not as fabulous as the main line was, I think this particular dress stands up well. The top has a halter neck that leave the back bare. The waist cinches in and it has its original belt so you can cinch it more if you wish. The skirt is delightfully full with its own inner crinolines. The fabric adds to the charm - the checked black and white act as a base and then over the skirt vivid pink and yellow wide grosgrain ribbon is stitched on a wide crossed pattern. Excellent, appears unworn condition

The top is lined in a white silky rayon and the skirt has two layers of tulle built in. It closes with a button & loop at the beck of the neck and z hidden set zipper at the back. Tagged an eighties size 8 but please check measurements.

Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: approx 15.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 31" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1786

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 fabulous maxi dress that can go from beach to cocktails to dancing! Made from a French nylon it has been dyed a brilliant orange. If you have not encountered a piece in this fabric before - think high end swimsuit fabric! This fabric wears amazingly - you can literally roll it in a ball in your suitcase and wear it with a quick steam as soon as you arrive to where you are going! It can get wet, it always looks right and crisp and it's sexy as hell. A plunging triangle cut halter bodice sits above a high, defined waistline and the skirt falls to the floor in a widening A-line. It's fabulous and it's Miss Dior. Excellent condition!

Unlined and slips over the head. The halter ties at the back of the neck

Bust: no defined side seams so variable
Under Bust Seam: 14-16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-14" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: approx 10" from neck to empire waist
Skirt: 45" from empire waist to the hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1785

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 dress for when you need a bright pop of color to brighten your day! The color is better in person then how it photoed  - its like a crisp tangerine coral with that pretty print of deeper corals, pinks and greens popping off the base. The fabric is a poly so will travel well and the cut is also simple and easy to wear. The top is cut simple and sleek with a pretty keyhole built into the neckline. The skirt has some fullness to it and flares out prettily when you move. The belt is original to the dress and is a thick braided cord that is dyed to match. Lovely! Excellent condition.

Line through the bodice and skirt with a silky rayon in a matching color. The sleeves are left unlined. Closes with a back painted metal zipper.

Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15.5" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 25" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1784

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

All Treacy Lowe designs begin with the fabric - that was essential to her design process and it shows. She used the lightest, finest,  tissue silks and chiffons that you could possibly use before you have nothing in your hands at all. It means that a dress like this weighs a few ounces and feels like air wafting around you when you have it on. I love the way that thatched elastic has been made a part of the design - a thick band of it circles the lower waist and wraps around the upper hip for shape and definition. It is picked up again above each cuff. The skirt flows out from under the detailing at the waist line in yards and yards of silk that drape to the ground. It has a tie belt that I have used in the photos for extra shape but you could leave it more loose and easy as well. The sleeves are left unlined and billow above the elastic detailing and ruffle at the cuff. I love the gypsy influenced neckline with its tie and keyhole. The print is hand screened and the silk the finest Indian silk you could get at that time. Excellent, appears unworn condition.

Fully line in a tissue silk hand dyed to match the exterior. The sleeves are left unlined. Closes with a back painted metal zipper and has hook & eye at the waist to hide the zipper.

Sleeves: approx 25" with no shoulder seam
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" at the top seam from side seam to side seam - variable under that
Hips: open
Bodice: 13" from shoulder to top waist seam
Waist banding: 7"
Skirt: 35" from lower waist seam to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1783

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

Unlined and closes with a back painted metal zipper. Each cuff closes with a fabric covered button and loop. The chain belt is attached and closes with a hook.

Sleeves: 20"
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist:14 " flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 13" from top of shoulder to top of waist band
Waist Band: 3"
Skirt: 41" from bottom of waist band to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1782

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

Treacy Lowe designed around fabric. She used the lightest, finest, near impossible to work with, tissue silks and sheer silk chiffon's as well as wonderful light polished silks like this that took color just wonderfully. Using fabrics on that level meant that a dress like this weighs an astonishing few ounces. The print is exotic and vivid with contrasting borders worked into the design at each cuff and the hem. The sleeves are fabulous and each widens as it reached its hem. I love how she used a lighter feeling print on the sleeves to give them a airy feel and to highlight their width. The print is hand screened onto the silk and the design is still brilliant in hue. It has a cross over closure at the neck and through the body it is cut long and lean. You can wear it loose and easy or use the original tie belt to add shape. Made of the finest woven Indian silk you could get at that time. Excellent, appears unworn condition.

Unlined and slips on to wear closes with a series of hidden . Each cuff closes with hidden snaps that close the front at the neck. The original fabric sash is present and also in excellent condition.

Sleeves: 21,5"
Shoulders: 13"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 54" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1781

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 dramatic set! Originally meant as a lingerie this has become one of Zandra's signature pieces and I have seen girls wear this out as a full on evening ensemble. It is two separate pieces made of a fine synthetic silk that is hand washable and comprised of an in inner dress and a floor length, dramatic pleated pieces that just screams Zandra Rhodes I have seen this done in a pattern, in solid black and we have had it in a peachy pink but this is the first mint green one I have seen. Zandra is renowned for her use of design and pattern and this piece really allows her absolute genius for design shine through on its own. The cut of the outer jacket is astounding - tight knife pleats on bias cut fabric that are sculpted to form that incredible back and draped shoulder. An extravagant ruffle runs down the front and it ties just under that ruffle so the line is not broken. The under dress is a sheath of pale silk with a ruffle piece at the top and bottom. Very versatile set. Excellent condition

Both pieces are unlined. The dress slips over the head, the jacket ties at the front. There is a slight loosening to the pleats on the over piece but this happens to every one of these that I have seen so is not considered a flaw

Inner Dress
Bust: 16.5” from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16” from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19” from side seam to side seam
Total length: 56” from shoulder to bottom hem

Over Piece
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: no true defined seam
Waist: variable
Hips: open
Total length: 57” from shoulder to bottom hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML and the outer piece will fit just about any size

Reference: Over 21 Magazine, 1973 

Item# DD1778

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 Holly Harp is a little extra special as it has its original tag on it with its selling price of $935! Sometimes I think people forget just how high end vintage pieces were when they originally hit the sales floor and this brings that to light! The print is a bright floral in a multitude of colors making it the perfect pop of color for spring and summer. Made of alight silk chiffon with those colors screened onto it and a secondary pattern woven  through the fabric in a glossy slipper satin. This give those fabulous tiers of fabric lots of movement and drape. Padded shoulders give it shape at the top and the body of the dress falls in a loose tunic style cut. Both the front and back plunge in a V and the front is anchored with a rosette made of the same fabric. These little signature dresses of hers cover a magnitude of flaws and are so amazing on and easy to wear! Excellent condition!

The base of the dress under the tiers is a white jersey it has some drape and stretch. It slips on to wear. Tagged a Small. Original Hally Harp hang tag

Bust: 15-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 41" from shoulder to longest point of hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1779

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 90s Oscar de la Renta cocktail dress is absolutely a stunner! Made entirely of silk chiffon is weighs almost nothing so when on feels like a dream! Layers of silk make up the body and in between the outermost and innermost is a layer of nude silk. This gives the body of the dress extra depth and picks up the slight pattern that runs through the top layer of silk. The sleeves and upper shoulder are left semi-sheer and the waist is highlight with a pretty black ribbon. The same ribbon detail sits just above each ruffled area on the sleeve. At the back they dress has an open slit that runs from the back of the neck to the zipper at the waist. The wow factor of this piece is definitely the exorbitant use of ruffles on the sleeves and skirt. When you look closely you see that each ruffle is set and placed by hand! They are set vertically and the resulting effect is amazing! The overlong sleeves and styling are very dramatic and on a real girl will work and present even better then how it has photoed on a mannequin! Excellent condition.

The main body of the dress is made of three fine layers of silk chiffon. Two black layers with a nude one in the middle. It closes with a hidden set low zipper and there is a hook & eye at the back of the neck.

Sleeves: 27"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 12" from top of bodice to top of ribbon at waist
Skirt: 28" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML

Item# DD1776

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

Jean Louis is famous for having designed the dress worn by Marilyn Monroe in 1962 for JFK's Birthday party when she sang Happy Birthday, Mr. President. His dresses where very expensive - in the thousands even in the 50s and 60s and they are done to couture levels. His attention to detail and the exquisite craftsmanship and masterful techniques, especially in earlier pieces are a joy to see and are clearly apparent in this stunning dress. The Body of the dress is constructed of a silk chiffon that is set in sharp knife pleats running vertically down the bodice and skirt. A panel of silk edges the squared off neckline. Each sleeve is silk chiffon and finished in a 6" panel of fine lace. They widen out as they near the cuffs . That same lace adorns the top two outer layers of the skirt in a full 11" panel! The lace is very fine and appears to be hand made and has been stiffened so also acts as a very slight weight to hold the drape of the skirt and sleeves perfectly in place. It is very, very beautiful. The waist is nipped in with the original belt. It is a classic and exceptionally well made! It literally took my breathe away when I first saw it. Excellent condition.

The bodice is lined in a hand set fine black silk. The sleeves are left unlined. The skirt is made of three layers. The very innermost layer is a silk crepe that is unlined but with finished inner seams and ribbon edged hem. The top two layers over this are silk chiffon and both are finished with a lace panel around the hem. It closes with a fine black painted metal zipper. The belt was a little big for the mannequin so I did not picture it on. It has a hook buckle and is covered in a black silk.

Sleeves: 23"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 30" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML

Item# DD1775

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 wonderful deep blue Norman Norell in a light wool jersey. It is the epitome of what he represented - well tailored, beautifully constructed clothing in the best possible fabric of the day. This is a dress that could be presented on any runway of today and feel as relevant now as when it was constructed. Every line is a study in thought and detailing. The neck is high and the bodice skims over the torso with slim cut sleeves. The waist just skims over the torso but you can cinch it further with the original belt that has a big gold dramatic buckle. The skirt has a generous amount of fabric and yet it sits perfectly and slim without adding bulk. Very chic, very rare and in excellent condition.

The dress is unlined and closes with a back metal zipper. Hidden pockets on each hip. The belt is original and stamped with his name as well

Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 27" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML

Item# DD1772

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

Absolutely gorgeous Malcolm Starr dress & jacket with the best fabric! A quilted red and blue fabric with a sort of Americana "bandana" feel is used on the skirt and matching little jacket. The dress's bodice is made of a deep blue fabric that has a linen like feel. This tops an amazing A-line cut skirt done in that wonderful quilted fabric. The skirt is quite full and the fabric allows it to keep that wonderful shape. The matching jacket is darling with little cap sleeves and a box cut that ends exactly at the waist. Lovely lines, well made and a stunning details - all add up to really wonderful dress  and jacket set. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a deep blue silky rayon and closes with a back painted metal zipper. No closures on the jacket.

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

Dress
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 26.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML

Item# DD1771

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

You can never go wrong with a Dior. They are exquisitely made and their simplicity hides masterful technique and construction. This little blue number is no exception and hides some wonderful subtle details that tell of the high quality of the dress. It buttons down the front to just under the waist with thick buttons the same shade as the light wool fabric. These buttons are picked up as decoration on each sleeve. Its a nod to the quality done in those days that even though the sleeve buttons are only decorative, the buttonholes themselves are still all properly finished. I love the way the skirt is set with its two flat pleats on either side of the front closure. The neck is simple and the skirt has only the slightest touch of fullness. The label marks it as made for export to the Japanese market at the time, a bit of a rarity to find! Excellent condition

Fully lined in a matching deep blue, fine grade silk. It closes with the buttons at the front, with hidden fabric covered snaps. Top stitched seams and hand finished. All buttons holes are properly finished. Very well made. Note that it was almost too small on my mannequin - when on a smaller girl the front closure lines up exactly of course.

Sleeves: 21"
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15.5" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 22" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS

Item# DD1770

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

Donna Karan can really knock it out of the park sometimes and this one is a home run. The fabric is a silver toned silk organza that floats over a shorter sexy inner dress whose exterior is the same fabric. This gives it dimension and depth and rally plays on the texture of the fabric. It is a classic one shoulder silhouette with the Goddess edge created by the draped overlay. I have styled it so you can get an idea of the amount of fabric that flows from the shoulder and trails well past the hem in two panels - one from the front and one from the back. When actually on these move around the body much more as they are light and will respond to the wearers movements. Very chic. Excellent condition.

The inner dress is fully lined in a matching pale grey silk chiffon. It closes with a side zipper. It's all bias cut

Bust:17-19 " flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length of inner dress: 35" from top of shoulder to hem
Length of overlay: approx 75" from shoulder to longest points

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD1767

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

Whenever a piece is bias cut it is instantly a little more special. The way it drapes and falls on the body is different than a piece not cut this way. It also shows a level of competence and skill, especially with a fabric like silk. On this twp piece gown the top overlay is almost like a long, lean tunic that lies over an inner skirt in a matching fabric. It is cut with angles in mind, a trait that Trigere used often. The hem dips into a point at the front and back and the neckline mirrors this cut. I love that under each arm this same V shape is used rather then the expected curve. A matching belt covered in the same fabric gives shape, though you could easily wear it without the belt if you want a more caftan feel. Amazing grade of silk used and a beautiful soft dove grey. This piece was custom made for its owner and is quite wonderful! Excellent condition.

Both pieces are lined with a pale grey silk chiffon. The top of the inner skirt to past the hips is a silky rayon so cant be worn on its own. It has an elastic waist. The outer overlay slips on and closes at the back with a series of snaps and buttons at the back of the neck. The belt is a slip buckle and in excellent condition. Hand finished

Outer tunic
It is cut on the boas to measurements are completely flexible
Length: 55" from top of shoulder to longest point of hem

Inner skirt
Waist: 11-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 41.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1765

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

Body conscious dressing was all the rage in the 80s and though this may not be a piece you typically think of when you think Zandra it is a definite representation of its time. Made of a teal stretch, fine, wool, it is cut to fit an accentuate your curves. The shoulders are strong with light padding and the front cut into a plunging V. The back is open from neck to waist and the skirt hugs your every curve. Love the over-sized "ribbing" effect created by the large plat pleats that run down the dress. Excellent condition

Unlined and closes with a back zipper from the waist. Open from the waist to the neck. Neck closes with hook & eye. Very light padded shoulders. The fabric has some stretch

Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 17"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 12" from top of shoulder to waist
Skirt: 32" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1764

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

Lovely Jean Paul Gaultier dress with a beautiful Degas ballerina print on the outermost layer. The cut is that perfect loose easy to wear statement piece with lots of volume and play on proportions. The fabric is his signature super light fine mesh and its lined on a solid version of the same.  The neckline is elastic so you can wear it high or pull it off and down one shoulder or leave both bare. Though I have shown it full and loose, you can easily style this with a belt and even play with the length once belted. Great pieces that is very versatile and that print is amazing! Excellent. appears unworn condition.

Fully lined in a matching solid green net and slips on to wear with elastic though the neckline and each cuff. Tagged a Medium. The fabric is very stretchy so all measurements are just flat and un-stretched in any way.

Sleeves: approx 23"
Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: to 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: open
Hips: open
Length: 43" from top of shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD1763

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

Beautiful and vibrant green Valentino has an unusual but fabulous cut. The top is almost cape like in its fullness and drapes beautifully over the pencil cut skirt. The opening fr the arm are cut along the seam and this in itself creates an interesting drape to the top. To keep it feminine and very Valentino a bejewled belt cinches in the waist. The belt is a twisted pewter toned snake that is completely covered with inset green rhinestones! Love it! Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a fine silk and closes at the side with a combination of a zipper and fabric covered snaps. The belt snaps to close with large hidden fabric covered snaps. At some point one set of the snaps were moved but this of course does not show when on. There is some very fine light snagging to the fabric that is only noticeable on close inspection. This is inherent to this fabric as it ages.Priced accordingly

Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: no true defined side seams
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice:18 " from top of bodice to waist but meant to blouse
Skirt: 25" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML

Item# DD1762

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 Malcolm Starr is terrific - it is a unusual combination of a deep burgundy print gold metallic brocade mixed with a deep plush burgundy velvet. Cut with a nod to a baby doll silhouette the skirt is fairly full as it falls to the floor and the bodice scooped. The waist line is high and the sash cut on a curve, emphasizing that Alice in Wonderland, baby doll feel even more. The sleeves are long and slightly full and each cuffs to the wrist. The skirt is really incredible with a checked patchwork of metallic and velvet squares. The detail I love the most is that the metallic brocade fabric has a subtle square stitch that runs through every inch of that fabric so you get a subtle second reference to that check pattern! Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a deep red silky rayon and closes with a back painted metal zipper. Each sleeve closes with hidden, fabric covered snaps. hand finishes.

Sleeves: 24 "
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 13" from top of shoulder to waist
Skirt: 47" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1761

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 love Bonnie Cashin pieces and this two piece set is just fabulous and the vibrant color and simple really make it seem modern even now. It is made from a leather that is quite pliable and has been dyed an amazing shade of a bright coral orange. The skirt is cut on a wide Aline and this cut lets it seem very full and draped once on but without bulk or seeming to add a lot of weight to the wearer. The tunic is amazing - it literally slips over the head and the sides are left completely open with double ties set on each side. It is a great example of her simple approach to design but always with interesting details. Between the fabulous color, the design and the fact that you can wear these separate or together plus just being an amazing example of Bonnie's work, you can't go wrong. Excellent condition

Both pieces are fully lined in a matching colored silky rayon crepe. The tunic ties on each side and the closes with a side painted metal zipper and hook & eye on the waist.

Tunic
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam but open on each side
Waist: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam but open on each side
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam but open on each side
Length: 25" from top of shoulder to hem

Skirt
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 27.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1760

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

Love this little Goldworm maxi dress with its pretty print done in deep corals mixed with greens on a black base. The cut is so sixties with a high neck, long sleeves and that higher set waist. It has a definite nod to the turn of the century but with a modern day nod to sexy with that button front. The way they are set allows a little peek of skin to show on the space between. Great contrasting border is used to define the upper part of the dress and is picked up on each cuff. Excellent condition.

Unlined and slip on to wear. Closes with the buttons at the front. The fabric has slight stretch and is 100% virgin merino wool

Sleeves: 21"
Shoulders: 13"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 12" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 48" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1759

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

Superb little bright, graphic Mr Dino dress in an easy to wear, easy to care and travel with polester jersey. This fabric takes color so well and it really allows for the vibrant tones to pop off the black backdrop. Love the bold print with its mix of purples, blues and pops of lime and white. The cut is a simple shift and it has that great scooped and rounded neckline. Excellent condition!

Unlined and closes with a back painted metal zipper. The fabric has some stretch

Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 17"
Bust: 20" 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: 41" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD1758

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 stunning Courreges shift dress and one of his classic designs. The fabric is jet black and done in his signature fine wool with just a touch of texture running through it. Little cap sleeves and square neckline with button detail. The skirt is pure Courreges with the seaming and pockets set as was his signature. I love the flared cut of the skirt! Impeccably constructed as one would expect. This is instantly recognizable, classic Courreges. Note that it is very tiny and would not fit on any of my mannequins hence the hanger presentation. 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

Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Seam under bust: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Natural waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5" flat across the back with no real defined side seams
Length: 36.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS

Item# DD1757

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 chic shift dress by Goldworm is done in an easy to wear and care for polyester knit. Goldworm was one of the Italians working with print and this jersey, what was then a cutting edge fabric. These were a blessing for the jet set travelers as they can be thrown into a suitcase and look chic and fresh at the other end when pulled out. They are also great day to evening pieces. Their version of jersey was one of the best to be found and it is not heavy and scratchy like some others from this time period. This particular dress has an outstanding print one a black base mixed with a deep red and pops of white in the print. The cut is simple and chic with no defined waist and long sleeves. Love the buttons at the neck that allow for a peek of skin. Excellent condition.

Unlined and slips on with buttons at the neck. The fabric has some stretch.

Sleeves: 21"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 39" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1756

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 love this because besides being a fabulous dress, it was liking discovering something new. Bonnie is of course best known for her leather designers under the Sills label from 53-77 and then for the collections she did for Coach from 62-74. However she also worked for a ton of smaller firms and did small collections here and there but never did I know that she also designed for Dorian. So that makes this extra special! You really see another side of her in this dress too! Her leather pieces and work for Coach are so utilitarian while this shows her softer side. Made of a printed green silk chiffon its a beautiful piece. The cut is simple with a fitted bodice and long sleeves. The skirt is slightly full and flows to the ground in a floaty dream. It's only true excess is that fabulous ruffle around the shoulders! Wonderful! Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a green silky rayon. Closes with a back painted metal zipper and has an attached tie at the waist so you can cinch in if needed.

Sleeves: 21"
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from top of shoulder to waist
Skirt: 42" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1754

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 know that Vicky Tiel is known fro that fitted ruched wiggle dress silhouette, but her design repertoire is far greater then that one look. Personally I think this one is a knock out and really shows her strong play with fabric and lines. I have dated it to the mid seventies - you can see a photo of a very pregnant Vicky with Woody Allen in a dress with a similar fabric. It looks like a maxi dress but it actually two pieces. The skirt is a full length A-line with the top layer of silk cut on the bias so it really has a lovely flow and drape to it. The top is spectacular with a nod to the turn of the century in its sleeves that are fitted below the elbow and voluminous above that with padding in the shoulder to keep that effect. It zips at the front and has a sexy plunge and semi-transparent feel. Very chic but sexy. Excellent, appears unworn condition.

The top is lined through the bodice with a chocolate silk chiffon and it closes at the front with a zipper. The buttons on the front and cuffs are decorative only. The shoulders have light padding. Each sleeve is lined in silk below the elbow and closes with a painted metal zipper. The skirt is fully lined in silk and closes with a side painted metal zipper.

Top
Sleeves: 25"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist:13 " flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 22" from neck to hem

Skirt
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 45" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1752

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 absolutely beautiful silk jersey Bessi dress and one of my favorites from all the Bessi's I have had over the years! The print is spectacular - you can easily see her days at Pucci strongly influencing the design. The colors are all pastels in tone but still a vivid pop against that white backdrop - pretty turquoises and soft teals mix with pale lemon yellow and pinks, pops of purples & bright corals. I love the strong use of a contrasting border that defines and anchors the collar, sleeves and hem of the dress. The skirt widens quite a bit as it nears the ground and a slit up one side allows for a peek of skin. The simple sleeves and loose caftan cut perfectly balances the skirt. The original belt is present so you can use it to add shape if you wish. This is truly a fabulous dress! Excellent condition!

Unlined and closes with a back painted metal zipper. The piped belt is original to the dress. Fabric has some stretch

Sleeves: 23"
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 54" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD1750

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 color on this Bessi gown is just exquisite - its like all the colors of a tropical sea! You can easily see the time spent at Pucci strongly influencing the designer before striking out on her own. The palette is a stunning mix of soft turquoise shot through with pale lavender accents, pops of white and soft blues and greys. I love the contrasting border that defines and anchors the sleeves and skirt of the dress. Made of a mix of silks, the bodice is a silk jersey so is easy to wear and feels fabulous on. The skirt is a silk chiffon over a solid white interior skirt with the same border trim. This is truly a fabulous vintage dress. Excellent, appears unworn condition!

Shoulders: 13.5"
Sleeves: 21.5"
Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5-13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from neck to waist
Skirt: 38" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1748

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 construction on this dress is to couture levels and quite innovative as well. All the upper seaming is absolute genius and really showcases Galanos gift for tailoring and cut. Made of a fine wool that is a lovely shade of brown  almost a milk chocolate color that will be flattering on most skin tones. The dress is cut in a simple straight sheath with sleeves cut on the long side so that you get a soft billowing effect once on. The upper bodice is really where the perfection lies - the seams are cut on angles up the the center neck at the front and back. At the front a portion of these are left open so you get a glimpse of skin through them. At the back are two similar slits and along the slanted seams along where the arm attaches, the zipper is cleverly hidden. The original belt allows the wearer to cinch in the waist to add shape. Excellent condition.

Unlined but with fine ribbon edged finished interior seams. It has a hidden set painted metal zipper and buttons on each cuff. The belt is original and has the Galanos stamp. Hidden pockets on each hip. Hand finishes. More of a milk chocolate color in person

Sleeves: approx 29"
Shoulders: no defined seam"
Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 43" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1747

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

Chic and simple shift dress by Goldworm who was one of the Italians working with print and what was then a cutting edge fabric - the polyester knit jersey. These were a blessing for the jet set travelers as they can be thrown into a suitcase and look chic and fresh at the other end when pulled out. They are also great day to evening pieces. Their version was one of the best to be found and it is not heavy and scratchy like some from this time period. This particular dress has an outstanding print one a gold toned base with shades of browns and navy in the print. The cut is simple and chic with no defined waist and long sleeves. Love the contrasting border on the collar and sleeves. Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a back painted metal zipper. The fabric has stretch.

Sleeves: 21"
Shoulders: 16"
Bust: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 42" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1745

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

When you think about Rucci's work you think precision tailoring and cut. He is known to piece fabric together with the eye of the couturier and this chic little white dress with silver leather inserts is a good example of that. It has the feel of a mod sixties piece with its A-line cut and angular seaming. The front cross is formed with silver leather inset by hand. Each shoulder has a strip of leather to give it a bit of trim and the back a panel of leather that is cleverly worked into the design and hides the zipper that runs up and along one seam at an angle. Note the hem with is suspended band of fabric - each stitch placed by hand. The white label is used for both his ready to wear and custom lines and with all the hand work and finishes on this dress I would side with a custom piece. Excellent, appears unworn condition.

Fully lined in a hand set fine white silk. It closes with a hidden set zipper. Note that it is more of a white in person then how it photoed.

Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 37" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML

Item# DD1744

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 sweater dress from Missoni is so unusual and I love it! It looks at first glance to be some kind of odd one shouldered sweater layered over another sweater. This is however an illusion as it is really all one piece! A cable wool with what I think is a touch of mohair woven through it has been done in a dusky blue and a purple. The two colors work fabulously together and are separated by a chunky edging. It is that perfect "Flash Dance" over-sized feel with a loose fitting, over-sized top that slims into a straight cut skirt. Comfy and cozy to wear! Excellent condition

Unlined and slips on to wear. Meant to be worn over-sized.

Sleeves: approx 24"
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: approx 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: approx 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: approx 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 41" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1741

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 wonderful and vibrant dress by Leonard. Leonard Paris is a label that was a contemporary of Pucci and very sought after. This one is a delicious combination of vivid fuchsia on deep blue backdrop with pops of gold and coral. It is cut on to skim over the body and hug the hips with the original belt to give you a defined waist. I love the simple, high collared neckline and the contrasting panel of design that finishes the cuffs, neckline and hem. The belt even has its original gold toned fringed cap at each end! It is super easy to wear and to travel with and the cut is very flattering. The dress is a strong statement piece and still so very chic now. Excellent, appears unworn condition.

Unlined and closes with a hand set, back metal zipper. The belt is original and ties as shown. Each cuff closes with fabric covered buttons.

Sleeves: 14.5"
Shoulders: 24"
Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 40" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1740

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 de Ribes gown is just a masterpiece and is a rarity as well. For me this is the perfect example of her work and one of the best pieces I have seen come to market in recent memory. This is mainly due to that superb cut that has a Halston vibe to it. It is not only one shoulder but it is a masterful feat in both cut and drape. It is entirely suspended by one hook at the shoulder. There is an interior bias cut dress that is cut along an angle on its hem. This inner dress is made of two layers of silk chiffon with a wide slit traveling up on side. Over this is another double layer of silk suspended from the top edge of the gown and then over this is a third double layer of silk that is only partially attached at the top edge of the dress, This then drapes over the shoulder and hooks into place to cascade down and over the inner layers for the ultimate Grecian Goddess feel. I have shown you how it looks with this top panel styled over both the front and the back - it really can be worn either way. It is just incredible and for me feels like the type of dress that Countess Jacqueline would have worn herself. Museum quality and really an exquisite gown. Excellent condition.

Constructed in bias cut layers as described above. Slips on and has a hook at the top of the shoulder. Hand finished.

Bust: bias cut so 15-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18-21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 57" from top of shoulder to longest point of hem, the draped panel is a few inches longer than that

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD1739

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 gorgeous maxi dress from Anne Klein with a fabulous and easy to wear cut. The neck is cut extremely high so that it can sit right up under your chin or you can fold it down to feel more like a classic turtleneck. The cut is full and it cascades down and out from the shoulders. By the time you reach the hem it is actually quite wide and full so if you choose to wear it without the belt it has an almost caftan feel to it. The belt is a wide band of elastic so is very comfortable but still cinches you in and I love the heavy gold toned buckle at the front. Excellent condition.

Unlined and slips on to wear. The belt is original to the dress and is a large flat hook closure. Note that in person it is a true chocolate brown.

Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: open
Hips: open
Length: " from neck seam under that turtleneck to hem, 57" at the front and 59" at the back

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1737

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 piece is interesting because it shows a softer side of Giorgio Sant'Angelo then we normally see of his pieces. Its an early piece which for the collector will make it even ore interesting. For the girl just wanting to wear it it just happens to be a beautiful soft and romantic piece! Made of a printed chiffon over an inner lingerie jersey base it combines softness with a bit of sexiness. The cut is very goddessy with a halter type bodice and soft flowing skirts. The back is gathered into soft pleats long the dipped back. A panel of fabric comes around from the back and ties at the front allowing you to add shape and highlights the pretty fabric flower that sits at the base of the deep front plunge. It has its original jacket that you can slip on in cooler evenings or for more coverage. Excellent overall condition

Fully lined in a lingerie weight stretch nude jersey. Closes with a back painted nylon zipper. There is a skinny line of discoloration on the front skirt - it get lost in the folds when on but is seen when laid out flat. Priced accordingly and does not detract when on. The jacket has a repair along the back neck seam. It ties at the neck only

Jacket
Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: to 21" flat across from side seam to side seam ad widens to hem
Bodice: 23" from neck to hem

Dress
Bust: 16-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 54" from top of shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1736

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 printed gowns were a Lanvin staple and the dress of the season in its day. They were designed for that chic modern woman to wear while entertaining at home or to go out for a chic dinner and were often the subject for Vogue or Harper's Bazaar editorials. The colors photoed fabulously and you feel quite wonderful when wearing one. The wearer was able to move and be superbly comfortable, never worrying about being inappropriate or uncomfortable. Really these were a signature piece and every chic woman had to have one. The print and colors used in this particular one are utterly amazing - the mix is masterful and unexpected. It is made entirely of a fine silk chiffon that flows and drapes beautifully. The front has a high neck with a pretty ruffled finish. The riffle is picked up on each shoulder giving it a slight Victorian feel. The skirt is equally beautiful with wide flat pleats set into the waist so it has volume as it cascades to the floor. I love that the inner skirt is finished at its hem with a silk piping of the same fabric as the exterior! It is an amazing and rare piece of fashion history. Excellent condition.

The bodice is lined with a nude silk chiffon and the sleeves are left unlined. The skirt has an inner lining of cream silk chiffon that is scalloped and finished with a ruffled edge piped with the same silk as the exterior. Closes with a back painted metal zipper to just above the waist and then has an open slit until the hook & eye at the back of the neck. Each sleeve has three fabric covered buttons and loops. Hand finished. Some very small discolorations on the front skirt that do not distract and are lost in the pattern but can be seen when lying flat  - super-size full length photo to see. They do not detract and I have priced it accordingly.

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulder: 13.5" across
Bust: to 17" flat across the back seam
Waist: 13" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 21" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist
Skirt: 38" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1735

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

Sometimes suits go in and out of fashion but a Norell suit is always a classic. This one is exceptional. It looks like it should be heavy and the fabric is a decent weight but it is not that thick - too heavy to wear weight. Just a well made, I feel like I am wearing couture weight! The skirt is cut slim and straight and falls just past the knee. The jacket has an almost military vibe to it with four front pockets, a shaped and curved in waistline. The waist is further emphasized with a wide patent belt. It is very chic and structured and impeccably made with lots of couture level, hand finished 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 collection or near to that. Excellent condition.

The jacket is fully lined in a navy silk taffeta that is hand set. The skirt is lined in a softer silk crepe, also hand set. The jacket closes down the front with buttons and the skirt closes with a side zipper at the waist. Only the belt has the Norman Norell stamp, the suit itself has no tag. It may never have had one since it was a one off. The belt and jacket both look like they were let out slightly - this is only seen in the inside lining not the exterior of the jacket. Finished button holes - even on each pocket!

Jacket
Sleeves: 23"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 27" from neck to hem

Skirt
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 27.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED

Item# DD1733

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 love this Missoni dress! Everything about i is what I love about the house of Missoni. It has their iconic zigzag pattern worked into the knit so its instantly recognizable. It's sexy but in that jet set kind of way. I love the deep plunge neckline and how that is balanced by a looser, easier cut through the waist. The blue metallic knit shot through the the black and oxblood is just a spectacular combination. And best of all are those sleeves! Cut in three tiers with each widening in from the shoulder - the last is very full and flared. Love it! This same tiered effect is picked up in the skirt as well. Excellent, appears unworn condition.

Unlined and slips on to wear. The knit is fine and light. Tagged a 40 and meant to be worn loose and easy through the body. Elastic in the waist.

Sleeves: 27"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 23" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1732

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 simple grey wool skirt and vest gets over the top embellishment with a bands done in a variety of beads, huge sequins, silver foil and metal threading. The effect is wonderful and in person they have an even more raised effect then how it photoed! White and silver are used to perfectly set off the more sombre grey tone underneath. The vest is cut boxed and square and the band of embellishment runs down the front and around the hem. The skirt is a perfect slim A-line and the embellishment here circles the hem and is a full 5" high! Really fabulous and well made. This was a division of the Malcolm Starr company and their attempt to enter a higher end market. From what I can gather it only lasted a season or two but while it lasted it emphasized heavily on well made and beaded pieces like this. Excellent condition

Both pieces are lined in a grey silky rayon. The vest closes at the low front with hook and eye. The skirt closes with a back zipper. The embellishments are all hand sewn onto both pieces. There is a very faint spot near the waistband seam at the front. I only saw it in strong light lying flat and it will not photo. Hidden pockets in the skirt

Vest
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 17" from neck to hem

Skirt
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 32" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# D511

Reference Photo: "The Malcolm Starr All Starrs" ad from 1970 (l - r): Malcolm Starr, Malcolm Starr International, Malcolm Charles, J.G. Couture and Gino Charles (bottom).

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

From the 1978 collection comes this amazing red Halston with its long attached ties that allow you to wrap and style the bodice, waist and hips in different ways to accentuate what and where you want. This is a shorter cocktail or day dress length then the gowns shown. It is also made of a light polished jersey cotton which makes it so easy to wear and travel with and despite its sexiness is incredibly comfortable to wear - this was the forefront of that American sportswear aesthetic that combines comfort with high style and sexiness. The front is low in a gathered V with tiny straps that tie behind the neck. The ties originate from the base of that V. The waist nips in and the back is left completely bare. The skirt is incredibly full - if laid out flat it is a full circle with fabric to spare. Its absolutely wonderful. Excellent, appears unworn condition.

Unlined and hooks at the waist with snaps beneath that.

Bust: to 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: approx 12" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 29.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1731

Reference photos: (1) Scan from the book "Halston"  /  (2) Anjelica Huston being fitted by Halston  /  (3) Karen Bjornsen, Alva Chinn, Connie Cook and Pat Cleveland in Halston Dresses, photographed by by Harry Benson, 1978.

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 Radley version of the famous cut out dress by Ossie Clark. Ossie oversaw and designed for Radley for a time and during that tenure many of the dresses were simply solid colored versions of his print dresses from his own line. They are just as coveted and in particular this one is especially wonderful. If the red was not sexy enough, that deep plunge front with its tie under the bust and keyhole is just jaw dropping. The skirt is short and flared and I love the black edged ruffled and capped sleeves! Such a great find! Excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a back painted metal zipper. The front ties under the bust as shown.

Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 15-16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 32" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1729

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 do see John Kloss for Circa pieces here and there and since they were originally intended as lingerie pieces the vast majority are too thin or sheer to wear as proper dresses now. This one walks the edge - it def has a touch of sheerness in a strong light but you could use it as a cover up, just be daring or find a slip for under it. I am listing two of his feather printed pieces today and of all the Kloss pieces the print ones are my favorites and the most rare. John Kloss who was an Ossie Clark contemporary and I love his work. This gown is simple with a drop dead sexy twist with that twisted tie halter front. He chose good weight and quality nylons that held the color well and would drape exactly as he wished. This dress is a beautiful combination of corals and taupes shot through with sky blue that make up a killer feather print that covers the gown from tip to bottom. The front twisted and ties behind the neck and then cascades form that in a wide A-line of nylon. Sexy low back! Excellent condition!

Unlined and slips on to wear. Tagged a vintage Kloss for Circa Medium but check measurements. Edges are finished with his signature cross stitches.

Bust: open sides so variable
Waist: 14-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: approx 55" from top of shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1728

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

Perfect for the upcoming season, this amazing De la Renta silk chiffon dress is just wonderful. Made of almost weightless silk chiffon with pretty soft pinks and corals set on a hand screened design to suggest feathers. It is suspended from the shoulders by two tiny silk straps and then flows loosely to the hem in a bias cut cascade of silk. The hem dips longer at the front center and back and is finished with pretty pointed edging. Each side dips into a low V to mimic this detailing at the hem. Easy to wear and very beautiful. Excellent condition.

Fully lined with an inner layer of off white silk that is also cut on the bias and has the same hem detailing. Slips on the wear. Hand finished.

Bust: bias cut so 14-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: open
Hips: open
Length: 53" from top of shoulder to longest point on the hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED

Item# DD1726

Reference Photos: Spring 1975 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.

An incredible set, this Givenchy ensemble is comprised of a black silk chiffon inner dress over which a lace overlay sits and then is belted at the waist with a silk satin sash. The inner dress is a simple, sleeveless sheath with elastic at the waist for maximum comfort. Over this goes that incredible full length lace dress that wraps at the waist and could potentially be worn open as well. The lace on this top piece has had its floral design highlighted by chenille yarn, hand stitched in place to follow the design on the lace. The original wide silk satin sash cinches in the waist. The depth of texture that the combination of fabrics creates is quite beautiful in person.

The inner dress has two layers of silk chiffon through the bodice and the skirt is lined in a fine black tissue silk. The lace piece is fully lined in a black silk organza. The inner dress slips on to wear with elastic through the waist. The outer dress wraps to close with flat hook & eye to secure it into place. Each sleeve has a zipper at its cuff.

Inner dress
Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14" from top of shoulder to waist
Skirt: 38.5" from waist to hem

Outer dress
Sleeves: 21"
Shoulders:15 "
Bust: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist:18 " flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: approx 20" flat across from side seam to side seam, but there are not closures below the waist
Bodice: 17" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 37" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: LRG

Item# DD1724

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