Fabulous strapless maxi dress by one of my favorite California girls - designer Joy Stevens! Her designs ruled the night clubs of the seventies and have a sexy, easy way about them. They tend to be that perfect fluid jersey (like this piece) and move well and wear well. This amazing dress has a tie plunge key hole strapless neckline that leaves the shoulders and upper back bare and sexy. The skirt flows to the ground in a gradual A-line and is fabulous draped. It is the perfect deep garnet color and the jersey travels perfectly. Throw it on for day with flats or wear sky high heels at night - it is a fabulous versatile piece! Excellent, appears unworn condition.
Bust: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11.5-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 12" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 44" from waist to hem
Unlined and slips on to wear. The waist is elastic and you adjust the top of the bust with the tie front.
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML
Item# DD1166
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 Ossie Clark dress is always a fantastic find and you cannot go wrong with this classic shape! This moss crepe dress in an unusual peach tone only retains its Peter Robinson department store label. It has that same moss crepe smaller label inside and the cut in undoubtedly Ossie. It is a steal! It has his signature plunge front and a row of fabric covered buttons that are set to show just a hint of skin even when fully buttoned. The sleeves are fantastically full and billow out until they are cinched in at the buttoned tight, 6" skinny fit cuffs. The Moss crepe is cut on the bias so the drape is perfect. The dress has and yards and yards of moss crepe fabric that cascades and swishes around the knees when you move. Great condition!
Shoulders: 15"
Sleeves: 27"
Bust: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 40" from neck to hem
Unlined and closes with the front fabric covered buttons, as well as a back painted metal zipper. Each six inch cuff closes with six fabric covered buttons. Note that there is a slight change of texture and small area of color near the front buttons. It is priced accordingly.
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML
Item# DD1167
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This is everything you look for in a Wainwright piece! It has that beautiful seventies does Victorian goddess feel mixed with Grecian elements and is almost caftan like in its cut. It slips over the head and settles perfectly into place with a very low plunging V front. The skirt begins at the empire waist and is two cascading tiers that end just above the ankle. A silver lame ribbon is used to highlight the shoulders and V front. This ribbon is picked up again on each of the hem lines of the skirt and gives them a bit of shape and structure. The waist is elastic so its incredibly easy to wear. Then for the perfect finish the skirt has bits of red glitter hand applied and fused to the chiffon to create that fantastic design. It is just beautiful and a rarity as it is her early forty seven street label! Excellent, museum quality condition!
The inner tier of the skirt serves as the lining, the top portion is unlined. It slips over the head with elastic at the waist for fit. It may fit a smaller framed, small busted size 6 girl but do check measurements.
Bust: 13-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Empire waist: 12-16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Natural waist: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 9" from neck to empire waist
Skirt: 40" from empire waist to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: XS
Item# DD1168
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Whenever you can document exactly when a piece was produced it makes it that much more special! So my team and I were thrilled to find this Spring 1980 ad for this same Missoni dress in a different colorway. I actually love our purple version more - the color is richer and really shows off the Missoni talents when it comes to working with a dying knits. It is seriously sexy and form fitting through the bodice and then the skirt swings out dramatically with tons of volume! You just step in and it instantly clings to every curve. I love vibrant design done in hues of purple with stripes in red, pinks, green and yellow. The fabric is actually a linen mix so it is very light and easy to wear and allows the fabric to breathe even if you wear it in a hot climate. It is classic Missoni and very sexy! Excellent condition.
Bust: 16-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 46" from shoulder to hem
Slips on to wear. The fabric is cut so that it has some stretch so molds to the body and will fit a variety of sizes.
Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD1169
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 the richness of the pink tones mixed with the gold threading on this Adele Simpson dress. The pink and gold on the chiffon give it a pretty feminine feel. The gold thread also gives it a slightly exotic feel as well as extra texture and visual interest. The neck is simple with a V Neck cut and the skirt is full but not overly. The skirt has an interesting pleating technique that starts just under the hips to you get a sense of flow and volume without adding bulk to the hip. Its is a good wearable size too and still retains its original belt that allows you to cinch in the waist as much as you need! It is a beautiful, dramatic piece and in excellent condition
Sleeves: 23"
Shoulder: 16'
Bust: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist
Skirt: 44" from waist to hem
Fully lined in a pink silk crepe with the sleeves left unlined. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. Each sleeve closes with hidden fabric covered snaps. Hand finished inside. The belt is original to the dress and closes with a gold toned metal buckle.
Modern Sizing equivalent: LRG
Item# DD1170
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 classic YSL silhouette. A high ruffled neck and attached tie sit atop a full smocked shape. The sleeves are tremendously full above a wide buttoned cuff. You can cinch it in as shown with the original tie belt or wear loose and full. The upper shoulders are lined and the rest left unlined. The closer you get the more you realize how brilliant the print really is! No flaws.
Shoulders: 14"
Sleeves: 25"
Bust: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 42" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML
Item# DD1172
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Stunning lavender John Kloss for Circa gown that is opaque enough to now wear as a maxi dress if you dare! The bodice is very fitted and gathered on each side so it gives some support. The skirt flows out from there to the floor.
Bust: 12-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 52" from shoulder to hem
Slips on to wear. Unlined. Perhaps a minor tick to the fabric here and there but nothing that detracts.
Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML (4-6)
item# DD1171
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Many high end hotels during the sixties and early seventies had their own in-house lines and produced customs pieces for their ritzy clients. This is from Italy and is just that! It is absolutely amazing and truly a stunner. The outside caftan is gathered across the shoulders and then swoops to the ground with an almost twenties cocoon silhouette feel. It hooks at the neck and the expanse of fabric allows the gorgeous grapes and vine design be showcased beautifully.
The dress is a sheath of bias cut light weight Italian jersey and has pretty rolled pleat detailing around the neck. It is very chic and very sexy. The original belt can be used on either piece. The dress zips to close with a painted metal zipper. Both pieces are unlined. The hem on both pieces has some faint marks from storage as it was hung by the owner and they touched the ground for many years but it is so long it can easily be hemmed a touch if that bothers you. Otherwise it looks to have never been worn.
Dress
Bust: 15-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19- 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 64" from neck to hem
Caftan
One size fits all and 60" from neck to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML (4-8)
Item# DD1175
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Great and versatile two piece set by Bessi with the original belt. Made of a sift pastel green shot through with soft blues on a silk jersey. The Bessi label is a Pucci contemporary and you can fee that influence! I love the pretty contrasting design at the neck and cuffs and the fabric allows it to drape and move fabulously!
Top
Shoulders: 15"
Sleeves: 22"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 23" from waist to hem
Skirt
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 28" from waist to hem
The top slips on and the skirt zips to close at the side with a painted metal zipper. No flaws.
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML
Item# DD1174
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Like it stepped out of a time capsule comes this amazing and very rare Hermes coat from the late 1950s, early 1960s. I don't think you can possibly find a more classic coat them this Macintosh design and it is as chic now as the day it was made. Hand carved horn buttons and fully lined it would have been made by hand for the client who purchased it. the underside of the fabric is waterproofed. No flaws and looks to have never been worn.
Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 24" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 45" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6-8)
Item# C196
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Fabulous early 1960s silk chiffon printed Emilio Pucci tunic and pant set that is a good slightly larger size then what you normally come across! I also love that it is silk chiffon - it gives it a lighter and airier feel then the silk jerseys he used later. The pants are flat fronted and zip to close at the back with a painted metal zipper. The tunic sips along one side seam ad has a wide boat neck. Both pieces are lined with white silk chiffon except for the tunic sleeves. These are left as a single layer of light silk and are cut to billow slightly above each buttoned cuff.
Note that this is not perfect and has some small flaws. The most noticeable is a small spot on the front about the size of a nickel (pictured) if you can live with that everything else is miniscule. There are a few other small faint areas here and there on the tunic and one near the back cuff of the pant. One small hole on the back leg of the pant. Lots of life and dramatically reduced in price. Presents well.
Tunic
Sleeves: 25"
Shoulders: 1pprox 15.5"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 27" from waist to hem
Pants
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Inseam: 28" from inner seam to hem
Length: 37" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML
Item# DD1178
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 early 1960s silk chiffon printed Emilio Pucci tunic and pant set that is in the most coveted of all the Pucci colors - PINKS!! Made of a pretty silk chiffon that gives it a lighter and airier feel then the silk jerseys he used later. The pants are flat fronted and zip to close at the side with a painted metal zipper. The tunic just slips on and is cut almost cape style with built in arm cuffs. This allows it to drape perfectly and feel very unique and chic. Both pieces are lined with white silk chiffon. No flaws and looks to have never been worn.
Tunic
Shoulders: no seams
Bust: open
Waist: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 29" from waist to hem
Pants
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Inseam: 28" from inner seam to hem
Length: 39.5" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD1180
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This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Fabulous and chic print dress by Bessi. Made of a stunning combination of navy and a cornflower blue screened onto a white silk jersey. Bessi was a Pucci contemporary and you can feel that influence here! Love the pretty contrasting design at the neck, cuffs, hem and waist. Zips to close with a painted metal zipper and the skirt is cut on a swingy A-line. Unlined. No flaws and looks to have never been worn.
Shoulders: 15"
Sleeves: 23"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 27" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML
Item# DD11779
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 classic YSL silhouette created with a top and skirt in similar but slightly contrasting printed. The top is constructed form a fine challis and is kept simple and chic. A single pocket on one side. neat collar and buttoned cuffs. The skirt is a take on the classic wrapped and pleated school girl and is also made of a fine challis. Love the muted tones and contrasting plaids. Versatile and wonderful! No flaws.
Top
Shoulders: 15"
Sleeves: 24"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 24"
Skirt
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam (wraps and hooks to close so can be adjusted up or down and inch or two
Hips: open
Length: 27" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML
Item# DD1184
Love this Stavropoulos done in a bias cut silk chiffon that is fused with bits of both a white chenille and a gold lame eyelash fringe. This makes the dress incredibly tactile and soft. The bias cut allows for maximum drape and it just settles into place once on. The neckline is scooped and the sleeves long. It zips to close at the back and each sleeve has a single button. The skirt skins over the hip and then explodes in a swinging fullness that is very dramatic on a real girl! Fully lined in a bias cut satin finish rayon. No flaws.
Shoulders: 15"
Sleeves: 23"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 48" from neck to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML
Item# DD1185
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 Mac Tac. They used a great synthetic jersey that really was one of the best to the time for all their pieces. It just drapes perfectly and it very easy to care for - you can literally wash and wear. This makes them great vacation pieces! This set is done in a very pale pink with a pretty floral pattern in deeper hues of pink with light yellow accents worked in. It is versatile since it is a skirt and top. The top is cut very loose and easy so it creates a draped, almost caped effect. The skirt has miles of fabric and is supermodel length. An elastic waist makes it easy to fit and wear. I have shown it with the skirt un-tucked and tied with the fabric belt but you can of course wear it tucked for more shape. Excellent condition.
Top
Shoulders: no defined seam
Sleeves: approx 21"
Bust: to 24" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 26" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 24" from neck to hem
Skirt:
Elastic Waist: 13-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 44" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: MED-LRG
Item# DD1187
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 set is utterly fabulous! A bright mod print is done in shades of corals and pinks with pops of raspberries on this stunning silk jersey and silk chiffon set. The La Mendola label is highly collectible and sought after - when the duo behind the label where designing in Rome it was girls like Elizabeth Taylor and Rita Hayworth that were buying! The Italian shop closed in 1974 so this would date prior to that.
The base piece is a stretch silk jersey jumpsuit that has wide legs and a simple cut. Over this is a silk chiffon tabard overlay made of a custom screened matching fabric. It is cut almost apron like with an opening down each side and it just snaps into place along the top of one shoulder and under the arm. Incredibly this st also has its original huge silk shawl or wrap that is light enough to use as a sash as shown. It also has a matching silk chiffon turban! No label but the fabric is signed through out.It is an amazing piece and in excellent condition with no flaws to note.
Jumpsuit
Shoulders: no defined seams
Sleeves: 23"
Bust: 18-22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18-22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Torso Length: 28" from neck to top of inseam
Inseam: 28"
Length: 56" from shoulder to hem
Tabard
Length: 56" from shoulder to hem
Sash
23" x 84"
Turban
one size fits all
Modern Sizing equivalent: XS
Item# DD1186
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Hand painted silk satin was used on this comfortable and easy to wear Yves Saint Laurent set. It is a bright pop of color and fabulous fabric! The pants are side zippered and very full through the hip with hidden side pockets. The taper slightly as they near the cuff. Very comfortable to wear and almost PJ style. The jacket is equally as comfortable. It is a to the hip slip on with no closures at the front. You can layer it over other pieces or wrap and belt it. Appears to have never been worn.
Jacket
Shoulders: 18"
Sleeves: 22"
Bust and continuing down: 24" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 29" from neck to hem
*one small repair to the lining that of course is not visible when one
Pants
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam *Note that there is a 3" expander that has been set into the waist line - very well done!
Hips: to 25" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 43" from waist to hem
Inseam: 30"
Modern Sizing equivalent: LRG
Item# DD1190
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 and feminine Bessi maxi dress! You can easily see her days at Pucci strongly influencing the design. The palette is soft and whimsical with pale mint mixed with soft pinks and tangerines, all mixed together masterfully. I love the contrasting border that defines and anchors the cut of the dress and highlights the front plunge. 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 in a matching print over a solid cream colored interior skirt. It is a nice slightly larger size and I did not pin it on the mannequin so you can see how it will fit on a smaller frame as well. Picked as a favorite by our guest editor for June, uber blogger Anita Clarke of the I Want, I Got blog who says she would wear this endlessly through the warmer months! This is truly a fabulous gown and in excellent condition!
Shoulders: 15.5"
Sleeves: 22"
Bust: 18-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 14.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 41" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED
Item# DD1192
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 classic YSL silhouette done in one of the most beautiful blues he ever produced! The neck can be left open as shown or closed with a single button to leave a keyhole. The tie/sash that comes with it can be worn around the neck and the dress left full or used to create shape at the waist as I have done. The sleeves are tremendously full above a wide buttoned cuff. The upper shoulders are lined and the rest left unlined. The closer you get the more you realize how brilliant the print really is and how fine the challis fabric is! No flaws.
Shoulders: 15"
Sleeves: 24"
Bust: 24" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist and Hips: 27" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 38" from neck to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED
Item# DD1191
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Thierry Mugler was all about sex and mixing this in with "power dressing". This little outfit sums that up just perfectly! The dress is a strong shouldered wrap dress in a pale khaki. It walks that line between utilitarian and vixen. Under it he had done a sculpted "bra" top that is deliberately shaped along the line of a 1950s style. Love the way the skirt is curved so you get a flash of leg! The metal buckled belt cinches in the waist even more and you get the distinct feeling that once that belt comes off its no holds bar! Incredible and in excellent condition.
Dress
Shoulders: dropped 18"
Bust: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam (because of wrap closure you could adjust up or down at least an inch)
Hips: open
Bodice: 17" from neck to waist (meant to blouse above belt)
Skirt: 22" from waist to back hem
Bra
Under-bust: 27" around
Cups: A
Modern Sizing equivalent: Bra is an XS, Dress on its own is an XS-SML
Item# DD1193
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 particularly like this Malcolm Starr dress. It has such and exotic feel to it and is so different from the usual pieces you see. I really think it is outstanding! Made of a fine crisp, almost coated or polished feel cotton that is very very light weight. I love the soft muted colors and then mixing of the various hues - it is just done so perfectly! The skirt is long and cut on an A-line with hidden pockets on each hip. The waist can be cinched in with the original tie belt. The entire top portion is attached at the shoulders but is actually like a little bolero as the dress continues up and under it. Very unusual construction. It zips down the front so you can show some skin at the neck if you wish! Excellent condition.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Sleeves: approx 19"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 24" from neck to waist
Bodice: 16" from neck to waist
Skirt: 43" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML
Item# DD1194
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 all eighties and for the right girl will be a strong and amazing statement gown! The skirt on this is absolutely breathtaking and is why my eye gravitated to it. It is amazingly full with yards and yards of silk chiffon over a silk interior. Onto the chiffon of the skirt is a design using the same silver panne velvet so it shimmers as you move! The top has that strong eighties shape with string shoulder s and a plunging draped back. Lots of great finishing touches as one would expect from a Valentino gown. It was a tad to big on my mannequin so will sit better on a girl that matches its size.
Shoulders: 14.5"
Sleeves: 22"
Bust: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15"
Waist band: 6"
Skirt: 38" from waist to hem
The silver velvet shows creases at the elbow as shown. Otherwise it has no flaws. Presents wonderfully even with this since it actually picks up the gathering at the waist band and feels intentional! Shipped professionally dry cleaned
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED (8-10)
Item# DD1195
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 amazing! The "wet or leather look" was what the bad ass rock girls where wearing during this time period and this is one of the best examples I have ever see. The fabric looks like slick glossy ink poured over the body and clings to every curve leaving little to the imagination. Skinny long sleeves with dramatic cuffs and a long A-line skirt. The exaggerated and pointed collar is killer! No flaws and looks unworn.
Shoulders: 13.5"
Sleeves: 25"
Bust: 15-16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5-13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17-18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 56" from neck to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD1197
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 stunning textile! This Kiki Hart gown is constructed from a spectacular pink and gold silk brocade. The bright, hot pink is the perfect contrast to the gold and metallic thread brocade. Onto that are scattering of beautiful rhinestones that give it a subtle glint in the light. The dress zips at the back and is cut in a simple floor length sheath. I love the hidden pockets along the front!
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 56" from neck to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED (8-10)
Item# DD1198
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
It is such a rare thing to find early Andre Laug examples. The Vogues and Harper's of the late 60s and 70s showcase them in almost every issue but for some dd reason example pre-80s rarely are found! This set is just spectacular! The gypsy style top is a silk satin that slips on and has a tie at the neck. The skirt is a soft Indian cotton and fall, supermodel length tot eh floor. It is incredibly full but the lightness of the fabric keeps it form being bulky. The skirt closes with a side zip and the original sash is present. The best part - that sash is wide and long enough to wear turban style if you wish! No flaws and wonderful!
Top
Shoulders: (dropped) 20"
Sleeves: 23"
Bust to hem: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Skirt
Waist: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 45" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: MED-LRG
Item# DD1204
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Mac Tac is right up there with Leonard in my books in terms of print and quality. Ironically this label was produced by a parent company called Leonard Sunshine! This and its twin I am listing this week as well are made of a fabulous quality synthetic jersey that drapes and moves wonderfully. Supermodel length and slips on to wear. I love the caped back that tops the ling a flowing skirt. The front plunges quite deep. Sexy! No flaws.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: no true side seams
Waist: 13-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: approx 15"
Skirt: 45" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED
Item# DD1200
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 panne velvet early Alley Cat wrap dress by Betsy Johnson. It actually wraps and closes at the back and then ties at the front - a clever little twist on a classic design. This also allows a deep and sexy plunge on the front and the back. The belt is attached and has a pretty contrasting print that gives a nice visual pop against the rest of the print. Excellent condition
Unlined and wraps to close and ties.
Sleeves: 23"
Bust: approx 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: approx 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 54"from neck to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD1201
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 contrast between the vivid coral and beautiful turquoise is startling and gorgeous. Screened onto the signature synthetic jersey that Maurice dresses are all cut from it is easy to wear and wears well if traveling too! The cut is simple with a back zip. The original belt is present and it picks up the pretty boarder that rings the cuffs, collar and hem! Amazing color combination! Excellent condition!
Shoulders: 15"
Sleeves: 21"
Bust: 18.5-20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20-23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 55"from neck to hem
Unlined, one pinhead sized dot on the front that is under belt, otherwise no flaws.
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML
Item# DD1203
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Mac Tac is right up there with Leonard in my books in terms of print and quality. Ironically this label was produced by a parent company called Leonard Sunshine! This and its twin I am listing this week as well are made of a fabulous quality synthetic jersey that drapes and moves wonderfully. Supermodel length and slips on to wear. I love the caped back that tops the ling a flowing skirt. The front plunges quite deep. Sexy! No flaws.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: no true side seams
Waist: 13-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: approx 15"
Skirt: 45" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: MED-LRG
Item# DD1202
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 beautiful fine gold lace serves as the outer layer of this lace and silk chiffon dress from Bill Blass. The top is a confection of lace with voluminous puffed sleeves that billow above a gathered wrist. The neckline is high and the top covered in a layer of the gold lace. The skirt is fitted and sexy and has a chenille cord overlay! Remarkable in terms of textile and texture and much better in person. Excellent condition
Fully lined and closes with a back zipper. Has elastic at each cuff.
Shoulders: 15.5"
Sleeves: 25"
Bust: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist
Skirt: 25" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED
Item# DD1206
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Iconic! The vibrant cherry print on a vivid lime green nylon jersey says it all! A print that Betsy revisited throughout her career is perhaps shown here for the first time! The cut is simple and it slips on to wear. We even spotted Betsy Johnson wearing this exact dress herself on her new reality show!
Unlined and slips on to wear. There is two teeny runs (1/4" and 1/2" respectively) in the fabric under one arm that appear stable and did not increase with cleaning. Presents well and otherwise has no flaws.
Shoulders: 13.5"
Sleeves: 21"
Bust: 17-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19-21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 51"from neck to hem
Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD1205
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Larger Yves Saint Laurent sack dress with a velvet yoke and neck accented with hand carved wood buttons. The body is constructed of a fine wool challis. Hidden pockets, lined! Can be belted for a more defined shape. No flaws.
Shoulders: 18"
Sleeves: 22"
Bust: to 29" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 26" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 24" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 42" from neck to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: LRG-XL
Item# DD1208
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Gorgeous ribbon print silk with an interesting secondary texture finish. Ruffles at the neck cuffs and hem. Lots of high end details and incredibly full sleeves! Zip back, lined through body with the sleeves left unlined. Hand finished. No flaws.
Shoulders: inset - 12"
Sleeves: 25"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 32" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED
Item# DD1210
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Stunning silk chiffon wrap dress with a serious plunge front. The inner lining covers the skirt and the front of the bodice leaving the entire back and sleeves covered only by the semi-transparent silk. Attached sash belt. Wraps to close with snaps and hook eye closure. No flaws
Shoulders: no defined seam
Sleeves: 20"
Bust: no defined seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17" from neck to waist
Skirt: 46" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML
Note you can adjust the position of the snaps and hooks to go up or down a size if needed.
Item# DD1211
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 twin of this stunning blue crushed velvet maxi dress by Oscar de la Renta is held in the Goldstein Museum of Design (the last photo is their collection archive photo) and they have this dated as being from the 1960-1965 period. Simple lines are offset by the vibrant color and that amazing belt. The belt is edged in ribbon and has huge jewels heat fused and set amongst curved silver braiding. The dress is then edged with red cording ribbon at the neck and used to accent the pockets.The overall effect is startling with that red and blue combination and the crushed velvet give it an interesting texture. Excellent condiiton
Fully lined with a silk and closes with a back, painted metal zipper with hook and eye at the neck.
Shoulders: 13.5"
Sleeves: 22"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 23" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 13" from neck to waist
Skirt: 41" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD1213
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Amazing silver metallic very fine light fabric that drapes wonderfully. The entire top portion of the dress is cut on an exaggerated line with huge billowing sleeves set in at the waist line and a squared off neckline. I love that it is actually semi-transparent from the sleeves right to the front panel on the bodice so that just the front is fully covered. Very subtly sexy. The skirt is full and lined. It drapes dramatically to the floor from a high empire waist. The whole dress has a very Medieval Maid Marion feel to it and is in line with that wonderful Janice Wainwright vibe that collectors look for. Presents as a slightly deeper hued silver then photoed. Excellent condition
Lined through the skirt and inner bodice panels. Closes with a back nylon and metal zipper with snaps on each cuffs.
Sleeves: 25"
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: no true defined side seams
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 10" from neck to waist
Skirt: 43" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED
Item# DD1214
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
This is an amazing Courreges dress that looks like it could have stepped out of a time capsule. It is a true white and has absolutely no discoloration. A tiny bikini halter top with crossed straps tops a long skirt. I love the ribbing that defines the waist and hem. Slips over the head to wear and is constructed from a chunky cotton/acrylic mix knit. Tagged a vintage Courreges 0
Bust: front will cover 13-15" flat across
Waist: 11-13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 13" from shoulder to empire waist
Skirt: 39" from empire waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS
Item# DD1220
Reference Photo: Courreges Dress in L'Officiel, April 1978. Photo by Patrick Bertrand.
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Stunning graphic print silk chiffon gown by Alfred Bosand. With a structured dress underneath the top silk chiffon layers give it an airy beautiful feel. The skirt has miles of silk chiffon over the interior layers. The waist is defined by an attached black sash and then the top portion does up behind the neck and trails down the back like a cape. Stunning! Closes with a back zipper and hooks at the back neck. Lined. No flaws
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15.5" from shoulder to empire waist
Skirt: 47" from empire waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD1222
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Gorgeous jersey goddess dress with a low cut back and lots of fabric through the skirt. The neckline clips and then has crazy long ties that you can let hang down the back for maximum drama or loop and tie as you wish. It closes with a low back zipper and is constructed from two layers of the jersey.
Bust: 17-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 58" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML
Item# DD1215
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 top portion of this lovely dress features iridescent sequins that are hand applied and gradually change from cream to blue as they near the waistline. The halter top crosses at the front and dips to the waist at the back. Silk cinches in the waist and the skirt is cut narrow, A bow at the back is the prefect finish. It closes with a low back zipper and is fully lined with an interior bustier. Hand finished with very minor sequin loss. Two dots of water marks on the waist band. A stunner!
Bust: 17-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 12" from shoulder to top of waist band
Band: 4"
Skirt: 24" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS
Item# DD1218
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
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.
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
Bust: approx 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 31" from top of shoulder to bottom hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS
Item# DD1219
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Amazing and rare completely backless Donald Brooks jersey gown in a deep olive that borders on brown. It has such a Grecian Goddess feel to it with its high gathered neck and flowing skirts. The neck is tied by silk satin wide ribbons that are literally yards and yards long - this allows you to wrap them around you as you wish to create different looks!
Closes with a low back zipper and ties at the neck, Unlined.
Shoulders: 14.5"
Sleeves: 26"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 12" from neck to waist
Skirt: 44" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS
Item# DD1217
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Fabulous Leonard dress with signature bright and vivid floral print covering the top. The skirt is kept a solid black for maximum slimming effect! Love the contrasting neck, cuffs and waist. Hand set zipper at the back, unlined and no flaws. Hidden side pockets in the skirt.
Shoulders: 17"
Sleeves: 23"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13-15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 18" from neck to waist
Skirt: 29" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML
Item# DD1228
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Fabulous little jersey Mac Tac dress with a pretty print that highlights the skirt. Skinny lean upper body and a defined waist. The skirt swings out like a Danskin style dress and has pretty pops of orange and tangerine. Ships professionally dry cleaned
Shoulders: 14.5"
Sleeves: 23"
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from neck to waist
Skirt: 31" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML
Item# DD1226
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 stunning, fine silk brocade gown with shots of gold worked through the floral pattern. This gives it a subtle shimmer that when set against the pink is just beautiful to see. The bodice is shaped and has light boning. Silk lined and with a beautiful skirt that flows to the floor in a regal column. Present as more pink and the fabric is a good quality and not bulky or thick! I would not be at all surprised to find out that this is a high end designer piece! Hand finishes.
Closes with a back, painted metal zipper. Fully line in silk and boned through the bodice.
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 neck to waist
Skirt: 41" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML
Item# DD1230
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 blue and gold Mollie Parnis gown. Made of a silk chiffon that is shot through with gold threading. The collar, waist and cuffs are all edges in a fringed gold braid. The sleeves are left unlined so you get a touch of sheerness and the overlay to the skirt gives it a beautiful breeziness and light feel. A beautiful color combination mixed with classic lines! Excellent condition
Immaculately constructed and full lined in turquoise. Zips to close at the back.
Shoulders: 14.5"
Sleeves: 26"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 12" from neck to waist
Skirt: 44" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML
Item# DD1234
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Between the color and the amazing fabric and those huge balloon sleeves this is just a knock out of a dress! Slightly more subtle in pattern the overall effect still has that fabulous print feel. An attached tie at the neck can be worn as you wish and it retains its original belt! Unlined and looks to have never been worn. Zips to close at the back and snaps at the cuffs.
Shoulders: 15"
Sleeves: 26"
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: 39" from neck to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML
Item# DD1233
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.