This is one of the most sought after Ossie Clark designs and it is easy to see why! This version has been done in a fantastic purple moss crepe and wraps and ties. It is all cut on the bias so the movement is amazing when it is one. I love the sexy plunge the front creates and the saucy little tie at the neck. The waist is cinched in and the skirt flares to the ground in that perfect way that only Ossie did. This one is tiny - it is really too small for the mannequin - I cheated the tie at the waist - on a girl this fits properly it would not be quite as open down the front (but close). It is a super great price because it is not perfect (please take the time to read the full description below), however it is still completely wearable still so I think the girl who grabs it will still be super happy! It is afterall, an iconic design and this is about 1/2 or less what it would be priced if it were flawless!

Shoulders: 14" across
Bust: approx 16.5" flat across the back side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across side seam to side seam - you can adjust this up or down about an inch
Hips: open
Bodice: 13" from shoulder to bottom of waist band
Skirt: 45' from bottom of waist band to hem

The dress is unlined wraps and ties to close, It has a snaps at the waist to hold as well. It was a little small on the mannequin so will not be as open at the front on a girl it fits properly. It is not perfect but still wearable. There is a slight change in the color here and there and some slight sheen marks from over-ironing at some point. See pictures but be assured that it is all pretty even. Still a great dress!! There is a repair that looks to have been done sometime ago to fix a tear from a heel about mid way up the back of the skirt. It looks horrid from the inside and passable from the outside. The folds and fullness of the skirt make it so that it not† huge issue when actually one.

Item# DD730

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Amazing and insanely sexy pin up dress with a flapper edge by Lilli Diamond. The dress is white with loads of silver sequins head to toe making it a touch glitzy and glimmery. A heavier banding of sequins highlight the neckline, back and shoulder straps. It is cut to follow every curve and and has a bit of a burlesque or showgirl vibe! Those bands of fringe just add to it's sex appeal and when you move they are fabulous! I love how they are placed in rows of inverted V's too - this draws the eye up and in making a girl looks taller, curvier and leaner! Love it! Excellent condition!

The dress is fully lined in a white stretch nylon. It closes with a back painted metal zipper.

Bust: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13-15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam with a little stretch
Length: 42" from top of shoulder to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# DD730

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As with every Azzedine Alaia piece you cannot help but to feel sexy in it. Most pieces you see of his are black or white so I especially love this brilliant blue dress! Such a fantastic shot of color! It is basically a fitted mini dress that has an asymmetrical semi sheer over skirt attached. I love the angled skirt - it gives an extra bit of leg! The top is cut almost Tee shirt style with a row of painted snaps down the front. You can also wear these to the back and of course open or close them as you prefer! The knit is opaque and a fine, flat eave with some sheen to it. Gorgeous, sexy and ever so Alaia! Excellent condition!

An amazing and fabulous LBD from Nina Ricci! Please take a moment to go through the closer photos and super size them - this dress is deceptively simple but really an amazing feat of construction. The bodice is simplicity itself with a romantic feeling halter construction that is flattering but not so low or bare that you feel exposed. The waist is nipped slightly but this is created by vertical seaming from the empire seam just under the bust - this really gives a long, lean silhouette! The skirt is really the delight of this piece - the fabric panels expand so there is actually an amazing amount of fabric there and it is quite full with lots of movement. The seaming is done so these panels naturally curve - so they way you see it sitting in the photos is what it does in real life! Amazing. It is all done in a fine fine wool and it has a good substantial, couture like feel. Lined in black tissue silk so feels wonderful on. Rare label to find and in mint condition!

Bust: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Empire waist: 14" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 13" from shoulder to empire waist seam
Skirt: 39" from empire waist seam to the hem

Fully lined in black tissue silk through the bodice and the skirt is self-lined. It closes with a back hand set zipper. Extremely well constructed.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6-8)

Item# DD733

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Love this one shoulder Greek goddess gown from Mac Tac for Leonard Sunshine! Mac Tac dresses are all made form slinky fluid jersey and most are printed - along the lines of the Bessi, Leonard and Pucci contemporaries of those days. It is a bit rarer to find an all black version and personally I love it - it has a very sophisticated vibe while still being so easy to wear, pack and care for. You literally just throw this on, add shoes and go. You can do flats and a tote for a casual summer day or make it full out glamorous for evening with a simple switch of shoes, bag and baubles! The inner dress is a simple sheath that just skims over the body. An attached layer of fabric gives it that goddess like feel and a bit of extra movement. The one shoulder adds a nice detail and really highlights the drape of the added panel of fabric. Excellent condition!

Bust: 16-18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam with stretch
Waist: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam with stretch
Hips: 20" flat across the back from side seam to side seam with stretch
Total length: 55" from top of the shoulder to the hem

Unlined and slips over the head.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD734

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This is am amazing and decadent maxi dress! Every square inch is covered in glossy metallic burgundy, flat round sequins in a weightless silk chiffon base. The body of the piece is lined in hand dyed matching fabric and the entire dress is shockingly lightweight. It snaps to close shirt dress style which also allows you to leave the skirt open or closed and control the amount of plunge! The original belt is present and in great condition. The waist nips in and the dress skims the body while the sequins make the entire thing glint and glimmer in the light. Terrific piece in excellent condition and well made as one would expect from Oscar de la Renta!

Fully lined in a matching burgundy silky rayon. through the bodice and skirt. The sleeves are left unlined. Hand finished inside. The original silk satin covered belt is included and is in great shape. There may be a sequin missing here or there but it is extremely minor and you could use ones from inside the hems to replace if you lose any down the road! There is minor discoloration to the inside under each arm but it is freshly and professionally cleaned and this does not show on the exterior.

Shoulders: 14.5" flat across from seam to seam
Sleeves: 25" long from shoulder seam
Bust: 17" flat across the back the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: free
Bodice: 17" from mid back at the neck to waist seam
Skirt: 38" from waist to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# DD735

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Item# DD737

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With the trend towards brights and neons this is the perfect find. It is so fresh and modern looking I almost thought it was a new dress that was just a vintage knock off. I was delighted upon closer inspection to find the Nat Kaplan label tucked inside! It is a simple cut - almost sheath dress, but with seaming at the waist so it avoids being too tubular. The simplicity of the cut allows the color to really pop and take center stage. A slight rolled neckline is a pretty detail and it lands just at the knee. Excellent, unworn condition.

A stunning silk one shoulder dress in a multitude of pink hues. Yards of silk chiffon cascade over one shoulder and the more fitted dress underneath. I love how the silk just streams down from that shoulder and how there is a little band of extra fabric looped over the seam that sits at the top of the shoulder so the illusion is that the exterior has no seams at all! Very feminine and romantic and lost of movement and softness. Note that the dress is a true deep pink - it is a touch redder in the pictures then what it actually is - the picture of the label is the closest to the true color but even that is a tad too vibrant. A really fabulous color and in excellent condition!

Bust: 17" flat across the interior dress from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across the interior dress from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across the interior dress from side seam to side seam
Total length: 40" from shoulder to bottom hem

Fully lined with a pink silky rayon full under dress that sits under the silk chiffon floaty exterior. It closes with a painted metal side zip.

Modern Sizing equivalent: MED

Item# 2-DD275

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A gorgeous Geoffrey Beene dress with an amazing print and cut! The bodice is fitted and lean with long sleeves and a high neckline. The skirt twirls out from the waist and is amazingly full - it reminds me of a skater skirt or a 1950s circle skirt it has so much fabric in it. It is just above the knee so is adorable on! The waist nips in and it has the original jabot or neck tie that has wider, rounded ends - you can style this a zillion ways. The fabric is a polished cotton mix knit jersey - it has enough weight to help hold the shape and structure of the dress but is comfortable to wear. The base is black with little bursts of color in a geometric pattern that really pops! Excellent condition. Item# DD741

Love this bright and somewhat rare YSL piece done in an amazing and bright explosion of colors and floral print! This is the piece you will throw on over everything in the summer - wear it as a micro mini or as a tunic - with heels or flats or to the beach - the possibilities are endless. It is cut tunic style with blue and gold ric rac trim detailing on the collar and each cuff. The neckline is very wide and can be worn off shoulder. Each sleeve is cut full and then nips in at the cuff. You can leave it loose and easy as shown or cinch it for shape. Really exceptional. Excellent condition

Black poly chiffon is perma pleated into sharp knife pleats on this little beauty. This gives the dress tremendous texture and richness. The skirt has tons of fabric in it and the combination of chiffon and pleats makes it really move. The hem is hand rolled and stitched so it creates a bit of a ruffled effect. The waist nips in and the bodice has a goddessy draped feel because of the chiffon and pleats. The entire front has a plunged to the waist illusion made by using backed nude netting. Onto this is a gorgeous pattern of bead work and rhinestones. The bead work carries up and around the entire neckline. Gorgeous and rich looking, it is one of those great little black dresses you will end up wearing again and again. Excellent condition

This dress was used for a national campaign for Davids Footwear in Toronto and the shot of it became the main shot used or the entire campaign!

Bust: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from shoulder seam to bottom waist seam including the 4" band
Skirt length: 20" from lower waist seam to bottom hem

Fully lined in black silky rayon. It closes with a back painted metal zipper and hook and eye at the back neck. One loop of beads is missing in the design but it is not noticeable at all - I am just being picky!

Item# E406

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What a fantastic pop of color! I love Holly Harp pieces - they always have this cool girl seventies rocker chic feel to them. You can just imagine the original fabulous girl that threw these on with great abandon. The dress is cut long and lean† with no defined waist until you cinch it in with the belt. This makes it really easy to wear. It buttons all the way form top to bottom so you can leave some buttons open for a flash of leg if you wish. It has nice detailing across the shoulders. It is really all about the color so is once again right on trend. The label is her early lace label. Excellent condition

The Miss Dior label launched in 1967 and it was meant to appeal more to the daughters of the established couture clients. The boutique was right next door to the Couture atelier and the line was sold only there and in stores throughout France. In December of 1970 the line hit the US market, in place of the by then finished Dior-New York label. It was an instant hit. The clothing produced for this label was made in the Dior workrooms and was designed primarily by Phillipe Guiborgé, who also designed the Boutique lines, but was still overseen and finalized by Marc Bohan.

This black velvet dress has a bit of the feel of the turn of the century in its design. That whole 1800s milk maiden look was all the rage in the sixties and this dress touches on that in an appeal to the younger audience that this label was after.  the dress itself is cut fairly simple in its execution. The neck is scooped and the bust fitted. The waist is set high and the skirt below that is a sleek sheath that falls to mid-calf with a gentle flare as it nears the hem. The shoulders have a subtle capping effect and the sleeves are cut slim. The fabric itself becomes a design detail and the velvet gives it a rich feel. The twist comes into play with a detailing of large flat backed, glossy ovals that are set along the waist and in a double row on each sleeve. Each one of them is a full inch and a quarter high and they are set within a cord made out of a woven yarn. This gives you three plays on texture - the gloss of the beads, the matte of the yarn and the richness of the velvet. It is lined in high end silk finished beautifully. Excellent condition

Fully lined in black, hand set silk lining and closes with a back painted metal zipper. There are a couple of spots where the pile of velvet has been pressed the opposite way so it catches the light differently - very minor. Each cuff has hidden zippers. Note that it was too small for the mannequin - it closes completely to the neck on the proper sized girl

Inset shoulders: 13.5"
Sleeves: 13"
Bust: 16.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Empire waist at the band: 14" from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 11" from shoulder seam to top of detailing at the waist seam
Skirt length: 39" from top of detailing at the waist seam to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: XXS-XS

Item# DD746

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Super cute, super mod, little grey-black shift dress by Jacques Heim Made of a crisp linen mix it has the Hampton's chic feel to it. A faux button front has four huge buttons set waist coat style. The skirt is short and the sleeveless silhouette adds to the chic feel. A modesty panel is set in behind the V of the neck - you could, if you wish, easily remove this if a V neckline works better on you! Its simple and perfect. Excellent condition

Bust: 16.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 33" from mid-neck at the back to bottom hem

Unlined, it closes with a back painted metal zipper and hook and eye at the back neck.

Item#DD747

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Iconic mini dress by Azzedine Alaia. His forte is the ability to cut garments that cling like a second skin and yet somehow manage to nip and tuck and add curves in all the right places. This is the classic, extremely sexy, bandage dress with insets of a contrasting ribbed knit. The insets are set in a way that makes the dress look like a corset or garter - it highlights every curve. The bust is cut very low and I love the three strap detailing that goes over each shoulder. The back is low and the hem is high. Its the LBD when you want to drop jaws. Insanely fabulous and in excellent condition!

Bust: approx 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam, unstretched
Waist: 11" flat across the back from side seam to side seam, unstretched
Hips: 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam, unstretched
Length: 31" from top of shoulder to bottom hem

Unlined and slips on to wear. Tagged a vintage Alaia XS. The bust sits low but you could easily adjust the straps for a perfect fit.

Item# DD749

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This rare Pat Sandler dress is one of the best mix of prints I have ever seen. The colors make you think of far off wild exotic destinations where you can pair this with leather sandals and gooff n exotic adventures. The top has a deep V in both the front and back and the sleeves are left unlined so are just slightly sheer and are cut to flare out at the wrists. The fabric is a semi-sheer cotton silk voile so the piece does not weigh much but retains its shape when worn. The skirt is slightly full and the colors are bright and vibrant - deeper and richer then how it has photoed. Seriously fabulous and in excellent condition!

Sleeves: 23.5"
Shoulders: 13.5" across (slightly inset)
Bust: 18î flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to approx 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20î flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16î from shoulder to waist seam
Leg length: 40î from waist seam to bottom hem
Inseam: 29.5î

Tagged a YSL vintage 40

The jumpsuit is unlined and made of an acrylic jersey knit that has a decent weight to it. It closes at the front with a zipper and a tassel ended tie that loops through the waist

Modern Sizing†Equivalent: SML (6-8)

Item# DD750

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Item# DD752

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This collection was hailed by Style.com as being "the one collection that encapsulated everything that's best about Fall" Their review went on to state "In one way, Elbaz's collection was a feat of technical genius. He'd started off by making fabric out of strips of grosgrain ribbon, winding hundreds of meters of the stuff around the body to make shapely dresses, blouses, and skirtsóa step on from the free-flowing plissÈs of his Summer collection.....The result was a tour de force of innovation and simplicity .... asymmetric body-molding cocktail options...In a season when so many have anxiously cast around for what women will want in a recession, Elbaz has intuited the best answer of all: Give us restraint, give us pragmatism, but never slam the door on the possibility of utter gorgeousness" This dress is straight off the runway and an amazing combination of a deep slate grey silk topping an inner chiffon dress. I like that this version is completely sleeveless - it balances the dress better in my opinion. It is comletely cut on the bias and any shape is achieved by the masterful draping as it has minimal seaming. Exceptional and really the start of the draped and pleated look he is now infamous for. Excellent, unworn condition.

This is classic Courreges and I love the bright orange color! The silhouette of this screams that it is a Courreges and it an iconic and still highly wearable piece! From the Hyperbole line it has that classic sculptural silhouette. It would have been worn layered over one of his turtlenecks or mesh tops that were all sold separately but meant to mix and match but works equally wonderfully as shown for a modern girl. The straps are bold and I love the matching hued buttons on the front and back. The zipper is hidden along a back side seam so it seems to have no seams at all! Two pockets are similarly and cleverly hidden along the front seams. The skirt is cut on an A-line and the entire thing a masterpiece of cut and construction. Iconic and in excellent condition!

I love the classic cut of this suit with it's box jacket and slim pencil skirted dress. And I could go on for days about the fabric! It is rich and luxe and amazing! Really one of the best example of silk and textiles of this period I have seen! The dress is a slim cut simple shift that is cut to skim over your curves. It is refined and graceful and the color is perfection. I love the coppery pink thread mixed with silvers that is woven into the soft green silk back drop. The colors pop off each other and it just adds to the rich feel of the set. The jacket is classic box cut but with wonderful details like that wide band at the bottom back and the fabric covered buttons. It is simplicity mixed with a masterful seaming and cutting and extraordinary fabric. This is from the Custom line to the equivalent of a a made to order one step under couture piece! Excellent condition and a true beauty

Jacket
Shoulders: 15" from seam to seam
Bust: 21" flat across the inside from side seam to side seam
Waist: 20" flat across the inside from side seam to side seam
Length: 24" from mid-neck to bottom hem
Sleeves: 17" from shoulder seam to longest point

Dress
Bust: 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Total length: 41" from top of shoulder to bottom hem

The jacket is lined in a a matching silk and skirt is lined in a matching silky rayon. The jacket has no closures and the pocket opening are all finished and done with proper dressmaker finishes. The skirt closes with a hand set back hidden zipper. All hand finished.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# DD757

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A fantastic late 1950s Galanos that shows the level of control and excellent he had when it came to form and structure. A textured black wool is cut almost architecturally to make this classic little black dress. You can see the influence of other houses - Balenciaga for example - in the rounded shoulders and strong A-line skirt. A single deep inverted pleat is built into each side of the skirt which helps to hold the shape and give ease for movement. The bodice is simple, with a rounded silhouette and huge buttons down the front that offer a wonderful contrast to the texture of the fabric. The little notch at the top of where the slightly off set buttons finish give it a subtle bit of refined sexiness. I love it! Excellent condition

Sleeves:approx 19"
Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 40" from top of shoulder to bottom hem

Fully lined in fine black tissue silk and it closes with the front buttons. Hand finished, customs buttons

Item# DD758

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Azzedine Alaia is a master of knits and this is a wonderful example of his earlier work. This has a definite eighties vibe to it, in a great kind of way and is [erfect for layering over other pieces or as a stand alone. It still has that body conscious feel to it that Alaia pieces do but in a subtler way. I love the diagonal striping across the back and how the waist is nipped in by manipulation of the knit rather then seaming. It snaps to close so can be worn as open or closed as you prefer. It will work as a dress, a layering piece or a light coat. Excellent condition

Shoulders: 16"
Sleeves: 22"
Bust: 20" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 33" from mid-neck at the back to bottom hem

Unlined and it closes with the snaps down the front. It can open completely. The shoulders have light padding.

Item#DD759

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A superb gown that uses texture and fabric to bring richness to the piece. This allows the cut to be kept refined and simple. The bodice is made of a luxurious black velvet with minimal seaming. The shoulders are rounded and the sleeves are each a column of black velvet. A V dips at both the front and back - it is actually quite low at the back even on a girl that the dress would fully zip (it appears lower than it really is here since it was too small to fully zip up on the mannequin) The skirt is a quilted off white A-line that sweeps to the floor. There is subtle padding under the quilting and this helps to add texture and to hold the shape of the skirt. It is stunning and in excellent condition. You could add a sparkly brooch at the neckline or an elaborate neck piece to add tot he regal feel this beautiful gown has. Berin was a favorite of Pat Nixon and Ladybird Johnson and you can see why in this classic gown! Excellent condition

The top is fully lined in black tissue silk and the skirt in a off-white tissue silk. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. Each cuff has hidden snaps. Hand finishes. Note that it closes to about 6" above the back waist line - it is too small to close on the mannequin. It does not open to the waist as pictured.

Shoulders: no defined seam
Sleeves: 21.5"
Bust: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from shoulder seam to top of detailing at the waist seam
Skirt length: 39" from top of detailing at the waist seam to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS

Item# DD762

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This is a fantastic piece and is a stunning example of how Oscar De la Renta masterfully creates the most exquisite, feminine pieces over and over! It is a tribute to all that is refined and elegant. A heavy pale pink silk skirt, with just a drop of peach to the tone, has a stunning overlay of black lace that runs around the skirt just above the ruffled hem. The bodice is fitted with a high lace neckline, built in inner bodice and beautiful lace sleeves. The effect of being covered completely and yet having the skin peek through the lace is a delicious contrast and has a subtle sexiness. The skirt is cut to fall wider as it falls to the ground. I love how he has carried the lace over the waist so it sits atop the hips and how all the edges of the lace are left scalloped! It is in wonderful condition and a stunning early!

Shoulders: 14" from shoulder seam to shoulder seam
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from shoulder to waist seam?
Skirt: 38" from waist seam to bottom hem
Sleeves: 18"

The skirt is fully lined in a pale peach silk organza. The bodice is lined in a fine silk tissue. It closes with a back painted metal zipper at the back waist, and a hook & eye at the top of the neck. There are some small, light discolorations along the hem. The inner silk lining shows some heel marks, scuffing and fraying to the edges of the hem. There are a couple of small pin holes near the hem of the exterior ruffle as well- these do not show when worn and are mentioned for accuracy.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS (0-4)

Item# 2-DD319

Reference Photo: Fall 1975 Oscar de la Renta Runway.

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The fabric on this dress is fantastic! It is a toweling fabric so has lots of texture and feels fantastic on. A classic Gucci braid and logo run in diagonal stripes from top to bottom of the dress. The cut is kept simple and is so chic so that the fabric and that perfect red color can take center stage. It is basically an A-line sheath that runs from one shoulder. The fabric makes it a jet setter chic piece for the beach that you can wear with sandals for day and yet the silhouette will easily transition to evening with a quick switch of accessories. Earlier, really good Gucci pieces are hard to find and this one is amazing and iconic - it really is the best of the best of Gucci from this era! Excellent condition!

Bust: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 55" from top of shoulder to bottom hem

Unlined, it slips over the head to wear. The fabric has some stretch.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD763

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If this does not absolutely sum up the minimalist movement of the nineties I am not sure what would! It is a sleek, chic, sheath of black. Parachute silk for the front and a stretch nylon jersey for the back. It is supermodel length and will make you look supermodel tall. It is simple and cut to perfection. The front can open completely so you could layer this over other pieces if you wish. I love how the buttons end just below the hips so a high opening is left at the front to counter balance that sheath of blackness. Simple cap sleeves and a small, neat collar finish the dress perfectly. Excellent, unworn condition

Shoulders: 15" across
Bust: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 58" from mid-back of the neck to the bottom hem

Unlined and buttons to close. The fabric has some stretch.

Item# DD766

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How absolutely gorgeous is this dress? The silk itself is amazing - a luxe bias cut silk chiffon that has a custom screening of a leopard print from top to bottom. The bias cut gives the silk lots of movement and it has a fantastic floaty feel to it - light and air which is the perfect balance to the animal print. The skirt is very full with lots of fabric but lies quite nice and sleek when you are still. The bodice has a high rolled neckline and the sleeves are long and lean. It is interesting to note that even the sleeves are lined in the same silk crepe that rest of the dress is - this is an extra step and most designers skip it to save fabric - it is really a sign of the care and thought out into the piece. A very long, 90" silk sash is still present and you can wrap and tie this as you wish! Excellent, unworn condition. Item# DD767

Bust: 16-17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13-15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16-19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 54" from mid-back of neck to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# DD768

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An absolutely beautiful, stunning late 1970s, silk gown by Oscar de la Renta! This is a true beauty and is in mint condition! The bodice is draped and gathered at each side. A gathered bit of silk is attached to one side and swoops up and over the neckline to create a goddess like one shoulder silhouette. The skirt falls to the ground in a perfect sheath of silk. The fabric used is of the finest quality - think a heavier weight silk that has the feel of a Hermes scarf. I love the multi color leaf print that is scattered top to bottom of the gown - it gives it a light airy feel while not taking away form the refinement and classic feel of the piece. A really chic gown that presents even better in person! Excellent condition

Bust: to 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 10" from top of bodice to waist seam
Skirt length: 38" from waist seam to bottom hem

The dress is fully lined - a yellow silky rayon was used through the skirt and a silk organza backs the bodice. The bodice has a full corset/bra built in. This could be removed to give you more room and a less structured fit if needed. It closes with a back painted metal zipper and hook & eye. Hand finished. Note the color is more of a marigold tone then the true yellow as photoed. It is richer and deeper.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6-8)

Item# DD769

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This is a super dress by Fred Perlberg. It is a simple silk sheath with the waist nipped in and a long lean skirt. The bodice is cut with a nice plunge silhouette and the sleeves are simple and long. I love how all the edges have a tighter panel of sequins going in the opposite direction. It is a nice touch to highlight and add some texture and interest to the piece. The sequins have a pearled iridescent quality so the dress has a nice glow without being overwhelming. A slit on the leg adds a bit of flash when you move. Hand finishes and a piece that really works once one a real girl! Excellent condition.

Zandra Rhodes is one of my favorite designers and it is always a treat to have one of her pieces for you! Some of her longer gowns are so over the top they are hard to fit into real life but this is a very wearable, gorgeous piece that can go for a fancier day piece to cocktail wear with ease. Hand painted silk chiffon over a silk interior has a asymmetrical hem and waist detailing. The bodice has sequin work that was hand applied and the edges are all done with pretty faux pearls. I love the shoulders and how they have a built out a touch. The sleeves are left unlined so the print really gets shown off. It is lovely and highly collectible. Excellent condition

Bust: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 39" from shoulder to to bottom hem
Sleeves: 15" from shoulder seam to longest point

The dress is fully lined in blue tissue silk and it closes with a back painted metal zipper. The bead and sequin work detailing is all hand applied A wire is attached to both the inner lining and the skirt's hem to create and hold that wonderful ruffle shape of the hem. The sleeves are left unlined. It should be dry cleaned when cleaned again in the future.

Modern Sizing equivalent: MED

Item# DD772

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 Bill Gibb and this ensemble is terrific! It has that romantic Victorian hippie feel that the best of his clothes have. It is two separate pieces, both done in a light polished cotton.The fabric has an ombre striping in light pastels - soft green, pink and cream. Insets of open work lace run down the skirt and the front of the top. The skirt is a masterpiece of pleat and flat work done to give interest but without adding excessive volume. All the edges are finished with grosgrain and the entire outfit is beautifully made. I love the wide kimono inspired sleeves. Wear these together or as separates. Bill Gibb is a highly collectible label and his pieces are getting exceedingly hard to find. Both pieces are in excellent, unworn condition

Top
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 22" flat across the back from side seam to side seam, and continuing to bottom hem
Total length: 27" from mid neck at the back to bottom hem
Sleeves: 24" from shoulder seam to longest point

Skirt
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Total length: 31" from waist seam to bottom hem

Note the color is more of a pale pastel combination then what is photoed. The label is the best representation. It presents far softer in overall color then pictured. The base of the fabric is a creamy white with no yellow undertones.

Both pieces are fully lined in cream silky rayon. The top closes with a row of buttons at the front and can be worn as a light jacket or as a top, while the skirt closes with a side painted metal zipper and hook and eye combo. The belt that is with it does not appear to me to be the original but will be sent with it as found as it works.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED (6-12)

Item# 2-DD337

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This is one of those amazing 1950s pieces that make you wonder why more designers are not doing this type of silhouette now! The under-dress is a simple, chic sheath with a nipped in waist. The front bodice has an inset triangle that is set to make that high inverted, curved neck that was so in vogue at the time. The shoulders are rounded and the sleeves to the elbow. The sleekness of the top carries down and through to the slim pencil skirt. Snaps are set all around the waistline and that fantastic full, almost bubble shaped over-skirt snaps into place. The shape this makes has a sculptural feel and in reminiscent of what Balenciaga was doing at the time. Because the over skirt comes off you could add a slim belt to cover the snaps and end up with two dresses in one! Excellent condition

This is a pretty Joy Stevens halter dress with a wonderful screened floral print! It is made of an easy to care jersey that has a stunning and bold floral print done in pinks & lavenders. The front of the dress is gathered along a fabric tie that then goes up and around the neck. I have crossed it for the photos, but you can also tie it so that is does not crossed over if you wish. The back is left bare for a sexy hint of skin. The skirt falls to the floor and is cut so that it drapes from just under the bust-line of the dress. This makes it very flattering as it hides all sins. A great dress that can go from beach to market to cocktails with a simple change of shoe! Excellent condition.

Bust: variable
Empire Waist: 14-16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Natural Waist: 16" from side seam to side seam
Hips: free
Total length: 50" from the top of the bodice to bottom hem

The dress is unlined and made of a synthetic jersey knit - it will stretch another inch or so from the listed measurements if needed. It closes with a back painted metal zipper and ties around the neck

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# E223

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This is a gorgeous jersey Donald Brooks dress in the most amazing coral colour! I love the ease of the fabric and the killer drape - it is a slinky synthetic jersey with a smooth finish and really has a fantastic look to it - it also is easy to wear and to pack! The faceted glass button detailing is the perfect contrast to the jersey - it's an ingenious way to give it a little glitz without ruining the perfect simplicity of the jersey. It has its original, extra long tie belt. There is lots of fabric in the skirt and I love the fluid jersey sleeves that each end with a bit of a balloon effect at each cuff. Excellent condition!

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice length: 16" from shoulder to top of the waist band
Skirt length: 24" from top of the waist band to the bottom of the hem

Unlined and buttons at the front with hidden snaps to hold it perfectly in place. The buttons are faceted glass - very pretty! The original belt is present and looped at one end.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# DD777

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This dress is both iconic and fantastic! It is rare that you see a full sequined early Biba. I have seen lots of tops and vests (there are a few listed in the shop now even) but to find a full maxi dress is just wonderful! The dress is amazing too - it is classic Biba with its small, triangle halter style cups from which the skirt flows to the floor in a wide A-line. All the sequin work is set vertically so you get a subtle line that travels up making the wearer seem even longer and leaner. The sequins themselves are a burnished deep gold and they catch the light wonderfully. It is very simple but very wonderful and undeniably special. Really good Biba pieces are getting harder and harder to find and this one is amazing - it really is one of the best of the best by Biba from this era! Excellent condition!

The upper bodice is backed in black satin, the rest of the dress is unlined. It closed at the back with a zipper. The fabric has some stretch. Each side of the bodice seems to be cut straight up and down - they tend to stick out a touch as a result. It is not a flaw but I am pointing it out as I think you might want to tweak it to a perfect fit once it is tried.

Bust: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 59" from top of shoulder to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# DD763

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

Known for his feminine, romantic designs, this gown is a slight departure for Oscar and shows that he can do sensuality and sexy with the best of them. A butterfly acts as the only coverage on the bodice of the dress - the rest is fine black netting that is completely see through. The butterfly is heavily beaded and done in a spectacular array of metallic colors. The back is slit open to the waist. The skirting is black silk velvet and is an almost modified mermaid shape that follows every curve. The beaded portion of the gown is substantial and amazingly intricate. When on your sides and back are left bare except for the netting! A grosgrain ribbon sits inside the waist to hold the dress in the exact proper place when worn. hand finished and in excellent condition.

Sleeves: approx 22"
Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist:12" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice length: 15" from shoulder to waist seam
Skirt length: 40" from waist seam to bottom hem

The gown appears unworn. The skirt is fully lined in black tissue silk. The top is obviously unlined, It closes with a low back zipper and a hook and eye at the top of the neck. Hand finished and the bead-work appears to have been hand done. The edges f the bodes and each cuff are piped with black satin. Each cuff has a snap to close.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS (0-4)

Item# 2-DD73

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This is a beautifully constructed 1950s Ceil Chapman constructed from a customs screened, printed polished cotton - an unusual fabric choice for Chapman but one that works spectacularly. Chapman is renowned for being one of Marlyn Monroe's favorite designers and its easy to see why - this dress scream bombshell! The dress really showcases Chapman's attention to detail and love of gathering and stitching the fabric. The techniques used are infamous amongst girls in the know for how these dresses drape over a women's body to create curves whether you have them or not! The skirt is lean and fitted and looks to be a wrapped sarong but that is just a clever illusion. The waist nips in and the bust has been hand draped and gathered into soft pleat detailing Those are all hand placed and stitched pucker pleats along the top allowing it to flares out a bit when worn - it is wonderful! Excellent condition. Item# 2-DD330

This dress was featured in a September 2010 issue of Hello Magazine!