I love the classic cut of this suit with it's box jacket and slim pencil skirt. And I could go on for days about the fabric! This was a custom made piece for a client that traveled to Bombay in the fifties and it is really one of the best example of silk from this period that I have seen! The skirt is a simple slightly A-line cut meant to skim over your curves and feel refined and classy. The jacket that classic fifties box cut and it has the most amazing buttons I have seen. I can only imagine the girl who had this made - how fabulous she must have been! Each button is an elaborate pointed dome, filigreed† and set with a polished turquoise stone! The print is a custom screened and a brilliant array of blues. It is simplicity mixed with extraordinary fabric. Excellent condition

This is an incredible gown that is completely covered in silver sequins, beading and rhinestones. The base of the dress is a cream cashmere knit over which ever square inch has been covered, by hand, with silver sequins, The overall effect is amazing. The knit allows it to move and be completely fluid so there is no restraint when you are wearing it. It follows every curve without being overtly tight ot garish. In addition to the heavy coverage of sequins, large, glass cut square rhinestones and silver beading make for an intricate detailing along the collar. A wider band that incorporates a floral designs circles and gives definition to the slightly empire waist. Structurally sound, there is the added detail of a waist stay that sits just under the bust to give support and to ensure the garment sits properly when worn The garment is very high quality and in excellent condition. It is the best sequin gown from this time period that I have had.

Bust: stretches between 17-19" from side seam to side seam
Waist: stretches between 16-18" from side seam to side seam
Hips: stretches between 18-20" from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from shoulder to waist seam
Skirt: 38" from waist seam to bottom hem

The dress is unlined and closes with a back painted metal zipper. All the work is hand done on the cashmere knit base which you can clearly see on the reverse side. It has some stretch. A waist stay made of elastic sits inside just above the waist

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6-8)

Item# 2-E258

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

Stunning hand beaded over silk gown in a wonderful combination of lemon and a deep, rich green. The skirt of this gown is made of that perfect silk satin - the type that is astonishingly soft to the touch. The color is deep and rich. It falls to the floor from the nipped in waist with just a touch of fullness. The bodice is sleek and simple and I love the contrasting shade of pale yellow the silk was dyed to. Over this it is entirely hand beaded in silver, gold and copper beads with little pops of yellow and green, around† the front and back and on each strap. A darling flat bow sits at the small of the back for the perfect finish. Refined and elegant it is a beauty! Excellent condition. Item# E420

Everything about this dress is fabulous! I was immediately drawn to that bright, vibrant color and fabulous silk satin fabric - all the other details are just icing on the cake! A custom piece it is made of a hand dyed brilliant lime hued green and the silk satin allows for a depth and richness of color that no other fabric can quite convey. Cut almost starkly it is a A-line sheath that falls to the floor form the shoulder. It is backed in Muslin to give it a little weight but not to feel cumbersome to the wearer - this allows it to hold the almost sculptural shape better. Down the front is an elaborately beaded 3 dimensional Peacock whose feathers are highlighted by sequin work. A huge ascot/multi ended bow sits at the neckline. Insanely fabulous, hand finished and wonderfully constructed. Excellent condition.

Shoulders: 14.5" across
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 52" from the back of the neck to bottom hem

Fully lined in a pale green muslin it closes with a back painted zipper. Hand beaded and sequined. Hand finishes. One teeny, faint mark on the front that looks like it is from a pen - may come out with another cleaning.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E421

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Gorgeous early sixties maxi dress by the Royal Hawaiian company. The color is gorgeous - a bright, true blue with a custom print in white screened on to represent tropical flowers. The curve is all bombshell and vixen. Cut to follow an hourglass figure it skims over the bust, nips in at the waist and hugs the hips. A dramatic mermaid type hem flares out at the bottom and the sleeves have a similar ruffle detailing to mirror that finish. So bright and so fabulous! Excellent condition!

The dress is unlined and closes with a back metal zipper

Bust: 18" 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: 55" from shoulder to bottom hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6-8)

Item# D405

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This is an amazing example of the work and craft that was being out into evening gowns in the fifties. This gown is a work of art and has the resulting richness and decadence to show for it. A rich, heavy silk satin in a thick cream color has been extensively detailed top to bottom. Silk cord is hand applied and embroidered to the gown. Onto that dense hand applied sequins are done in clusters to give little glints of light. Bead work adds another payer and then faux pink pearls are added here and there for the perfect finish. The neckline scoops and the back has a flattering V cut. The waist nips in and the skirt falls to the floor in a graceful arch of fabric. A paper lining backs to help hold the wonderful shape. The detailing is done top to bottom and it is a substantial piece that feels good and weighty when in the hand and yet sits comfortably when on. A rare and fabulous piece that would be suitable for the most formal occasions including a wedding! Excellent condition.

Bust: 18.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-12.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice length: 15.5" from shoulder to waist
Skirt length: 40" from waist seam to the bottom of the hem

Fully lined in a cream colored silk grosgrain like fabric. The skirt is also backed in proper dressmakers paper. It closes with a back painted metal zipper and has a grosgrain waist stay that closes with a metal hook & eye. A touch richer cream color in person. Hand finished, hand set zipper. The original silk belt is attached and closes under the bow with hidden hook & eye and zippers. There is some minor scuffing along the hem and two faint dots on the from skirt near the hip, priced accordingly, these do not detract or mar this amazing gown

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E422

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What a stunner! This is that holy grail type dress for my fifties and sixties vixens! Made by Emma An An exceptional 1950s sun dress in a lovely bright summer yellow. The fabric is very unusual - it seems to be an early synthetic - almost a nylon type fabric that has open cut work eyelets from top to bottom! The skirt is lovely and full with a built in tulle underskirt already in place to add a touch of fullness. The top is darling - I love the simple cut and the inset satin ribbon detailing with its little satin button. It is utterly gorgeous and in fabulous condition - like new! The color is slightly brighter - a truer lemon yellow than how it photoed. You also get a rich extra bit of texture due to that gorgeous eyelet fabric that is not properly conveyed in my photos either - if you love the pictures you will love it more in person! An exceptional vintage dress. Excellent condition. Item# D410

This is an amazing little dress with a micro mini length skirt and matching jacket. It is so rare to find these anymore - they where worn to death and this length was crazy popular but for a blip in time only before longer lengths prevailed once again. Because younger girls took to the micro mini craze many of the dresses were also less expensive and made of synthetics. This little beauty is bright silk and printed with a wildly mod print, The dress is sleeveless and just slightly nipped in at the waist and the skirt has a little side pleat detail with a flat bow that sits just atop it. The jacket is kept simple and sweet and is perfectly made and well constructed. It is gorgeous! Excellent condition and an iconic example of the sixties!

Beautiful pumpkin, taupe's and deep olives art feeling printed scarf weight silk dress is feather light and has that wonderful floating quality that the really well made silk chiffon gowns from this time period have. The type of silk chiffon used for this allows the color saturation to be amazing rich and true. I love the washed almost ombre effect that print has on the silk and the dimensional quality created with the solid silk under-layer. The bodice is kept simple with long sleeves that cuff at the wrist and with a flattering high neckline. The illusion of a band around the waist is actually part of the cleverly screened patter. The skirt cascades to the ground with yards of fabric in a pretty and airy way. Extremely pretty and extremely romantic while the color keeps it from being to saccharine. Excellent condition.

Shoulders: 14.5" across
Sleeves: 23" long
Bust: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice length: 16.5" from shoulder to waist
Skirt length: 39" from waist to hem

It presents slightly deeper in tone in real life - less of the yellow and more pumpkin and olives - the camera has brightened it. The truest color is what you can see of the fabric above the label shot.

Fully lined in a yellow-orange light silk through the skirt and soft gold colored silk through the bodice and sleeves. It closes with a back painted metal zipper.Each cuff has three buttons to close - one is missing on the left cuff. It appears someone let out the front seams for more room - it was well done and there is only the faintest of lines indicating the prior seams. Priced accordingly

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# E425

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I love these striped dresses from the late 1930s, early 1940s. They were all the rage then and have fully stood the test of time, looking chic and fresh now. The colors, the care in lining up the stripes, the fabric - all perfection! This on is really unusual as it is a full length proper evening dress. The skirt is a wonderful and dramatic A line shape - it basically cascades out from the waist and the placement of the striped add to the shape. The bodice is cut halter style with gorgeous black faceted dome buttons, each with a rhinestone at the top. The collar is large and high and the waist nips in. I love how the striping all meets at an inverted angle along the seams. The fabric is a silk taffeta with ribbons of silky rayon worked directly into the fabric. The square cut, low back is just fabulous - it is the exact right touch to finish this wonderful piece. Killer forties gown and in excellent condition. Extremely pretty and extremely bright. Excellent condition. Item# E426

Beautiful, original swing silk printed dress screened with a bright and vivid† huge floral design screened onto both sides of the dress. The color is amazingly true and bright - a really stunning piece! It is very easy to wear - it just slips on over the head and falls into place. The fabric is stunning - a high quality silk† with lots of fine seaming and flat pleat detailing. The front has a gently scooped neckline and the skirt is cut fairly lean with a soft, flattering Aline. The silk is very high grade and the contrast with the pop of color is really stunning. It has a couple of small flaws so please read the full description below. Extremely pretty and bright. Item# D416

This is an amazing little dress in a gold hued cream brocade with a matching jacket. The classic late fifties cocktail suit, it is really two outfits in one. The dress is a pretty dramatically cut A-line skirted party dress. The skirt is cut on a wide angle and has horsehair though the hem and built in tulle to give it an almost sculptural quality. The bodice is kept simple and fitted with the prettiest matte satin double straps, that meet on the top of each shoulder. Over this is a classic little jacket that does up with hidden closures so the effect is very lady-like and polished. It has a wide matte satin ribbon detail that runs around the waist - so pretty! The sleeve are short and the neckline simple. It is gorgeous! Excellent condition. Item# E428

This is a fantastic and wearable sized nylon jersey maxi dress with a wonderful screened floral print in an array of blue shades! It is made of an easy to care for fabric and drapes and wears so well! Supermodel length there are miles of fabric in this dress. A simple bodice has a scooped neckline and long skinny sleeves. There is no definition at the waist, it just flows into the long skirt that flares out as it nears its hem. This makes it very flattering as it hides all sins. Very well made. A great dress that can go from beach to market to cocktails with a simple change of shoe! Excellent condition. Item# D419

I think this might be the best forties hostess piece I have ever had. First and foremost on this dress is the spectacular fabric used - it is that wonderful crisp cotton that you only seem to get in older vintage pieces. Very finely woven and light but with a crispness to it that helps keep the shape. This is then screened with a gorgeous geometrical striping set to form little diamonds that cover the dress from top to bottom. The front zips low into the skirt at the front and a tie belt allows you to cinch in the waist as you wish. I love the simple cap sleeves and the fabric detailing at the neck. A bit of flat black ribbon highlights the inset neck that is made of the same fabric set the opposite direction. The skirt is to the floor ans wonderfully wide - there is actually yards and yards of that gorgeous fabric in there. Excellent condition and appears to have been worn little if at all. Item# D420

A gorgeous late 1970s caftan done in a feather light, textured silk-cotton mix, almost chiffon-like fabric, that has gold metallic designs embroidered onto it. The caftan is cut supermodel long and is almost weightless - really floaty and light in feel. I love the dramatic and wide panel of embroidery work on the front and across the upper back. Everywhere else are little bits of the design. The back is very full and trails behind as it is very long at the back. It gives it a romantic, exotic feeling and really makes a dramatic statement. Each sleeve is left unlined and the are cut deep and long so that they billow and drape wonderfully. Excellent condition

Bust: open
Waist: open
Hips: open
Total: 58" from mid back of the neck to bottom hem at the front. The back extends another 16" past that so is 74" long.

Unlined and semi sheer. I slips over the head to wear and the arms are cut long so the sides are pretty much open if you extend your arms.Embroidery work appears to be all hand done.

Modern Sizing equivalent: OSFA (One size will fit all)

Item# E429

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This is an amazing 1960s bright printed dress in a wonderful array of pink, green and tangerine with white highlights. The colors alone typify the era and the print with its wonderful bold graphics are just the cream on the top! Made of a thicker cotton, almost with a canvas feel but not as heavy or unyielding as a true canvas would be. It is just enough weight to give it structure and help hold the shape. It buttons along the front and the skirt goes right to the ground. The print around the lower hem is spectacular! The waist nips in and the bodice is scooped. The sleeves mirror the print at the hem and have a wonderful huge poufed and full effect at the full bottom 8 inches of each of them. It is just gorgeous! Excellent condition and appears to have been worn little if at all. Item# D422

This is an amazing 1960s bright screened silk chiffon dress in a wonderful rich green with bits of pinks and purples and a pretty gold thread worked through it as well. Constructed of a a gorgeous chiffon and then lined with silks it weighs very little and feels fantastic when on. The skirt flows out over a more fitted lining in green silk and has an interesting visual effect around the hem created by the print. The bands of color and flowers that circle the lower hem is spectacular! The waist nips in and you can cinch it further with the fabric tie belt. The bodice is scooped and has a pretty feminine ruffle all around. The sleeves mirror the print at the hem and have a wonderful poofed effect with a ruffle at each cuff to mirror the neckline. It is just gorgeous! Excellent condition and appears to have been worn little if at all.

Sleeves: 19"
Shoulders: 15" across
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: 19" flat across the back from side to side of the lining
Bodice: 14" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 37" from the waist to the bottom of the hem

Fully lined through the bodice in green semi-sheer silk crepe chiffon and the skirt is lined in a green silk. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. It comes with it's original fabric tie belt that is also in excellent condition. Each cuff has a hidden snap. Hand finishes. Note the green is richer in person - really a gorgeous dress!

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6-8)

Item# E431

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This is a fantastic little dress and capelet set. Made from a light weight polished silky rayon screened in shades of dusty pinks with pale blues mixed in to create the feel of a lovely watercolor of flowers. The skirt is not too full nor too slim. The top has a faux wrap neckline and no seams at the shoulder so it sits very prettily. Pretty flat bows sits daintily at the waist and I love how the bodice scoops into the skirting at the front and at the back. A matching simple capelet tops it and ends perfectly just above the waist. A really lovely set! Excellent condition

Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from shoulder to waist seam
Skirt: 29" from waist to hem

The dress is unlined and the cape is lined in a deep taupe ribbed rayon. The dress closes with a side painted metal zipper and the capelet has a hidden snap at the neck.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# D427

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This gown is constructed from a silk taffeta that has a fantastic array of colors woven through the fabric - it is a more sophisticated take on the infamous multi-colored striped pieces of this era. Almost every color in the rainbow is represented in that fantastic fabric. The bodice is fitted strapless with light boning to hold it perfectly in place. I love the tiny row of tightly spaced buttons that run down the back - so much extra work and time would have been spent to add these instead of a zipper! The skirt is fantastic - full and with a built in wire around the hips to give it just a slight bit of lift and volume! A couture touch that really adds to the look of the piece. A killer flounced bit of fabric in a huge cross between a bustle and a bow is attached at the back in a matching fabric - so fabulously dramatic. Really a fantastic dress and in excellent condition.

Bust: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 12" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 39" from waist to hem

Unlined and closes with a row of tightly spaced fabric covered buttons and fabric loops down the back. The back bow snaps into place. There are fabric covered wires that act as lifts to each hip inside the skirting! The bodice is boned at the sides and the back

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E432

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An amazing late forties, early fifties dress makes a pretty yet dramatic statement. Black silk taffeta is the base upon which a second layer of lace is applied that follows the body of the dress except for the straps and edge of the top and around the hem. All the edges of the lace are cut and left so you really see the beauty of the edges. The waist nips in and the skirt is classically full full full! I love the notched collar and low V back. To make the back even more spectacular the lace straps on either side of a row of silk covered buttons that run all down the center!The final perfect finish is the spray of hand set rhinestones that run across the front collar. It is gorgeous! Excellent condition. Item# D432

An absolutely stunning and wonderful full length silk chiffon dress that I would bet my bottom dollar was a designer piece but sadly has no label. It is so fresh and modern in feel that it could be easily mistaken as a piece from the spring runways! The main body of the dress is bias cut so will drape to confirm and skim over the wearer's shape. It has a silk chiffon exterior layer and the color is absolutely fantastic - the exact exotic blue of the a perfect turquoise stone - even better in person then how it has photoed! The skirt has a gentle A-line and the top is cut high. A 2 inch border of bead work circles the neck and goes around and down the sexily scooped back. Following the scoop of the back is a silk chiffon train that flows down past the hem. Very Grecian goddess and very sexy. It is gorgeous and has that perfect rich, jet set chic feel! Excellent condition. Item# E433

Beautiful and chic fitted wiggle dress done in a vibrant peach embroidered lace. This dress is classic bombshell with a figure hugging cut to maximize a girl's curves! A top layer of embroidered chiffon covered the dress and this gives it a fantastic shot of both color and visual interest. The neck is high, the waist nips in and the pencil skirt fitted with a vent at the back to allow you to walk! The color is absolutely gorgeous and will flatter most skin tones! Excellent condition and appears to have never been worn. Comes with a matching belt too!

Bust: 17.5" 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: 14.5" from top of shoulder to waist
Skirt: 26" from waist to hem

Fully lined in a matching silky rayon. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. It comes with its original belt done in a matching fabric. The belt is also in excellent condition (not pictured. The color is a touch more vibrant then how it photoed - better in person!

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS

Item# D436

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The color of this gown is amazing - its not quite a yellow and its not quite a green but its more green then yellow! It is vibrant and amazing and if the color was not enough of an eye popper the amazing hand work done to the fabric just makes it amazing! This is British Crown Colony work and at the time it was the best bead and sequin work being done on the planet! The fabric is completely covered head to toe with rows of little faux pearls and zig zag bands of little silver tube beads. Various sized rhinestones set in metal prongs are scattered amongst all of that for a final bit of light catching flash. It is fitted and fabulous and follows every curve. A sensational pin-up worthy gown. It's a stunner and in excellent condition!

Bust: 17.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15.5" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 44" from waist to hem

Fully lined in a matching tissue silk, it closes with a painted metal zipper and hook & eye at the back of the waist. Hand finishes

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E434

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There is nothing quite as sexy as these fantastic seventies halter dresses that pretty much leave the back bare. Everything on this one works perfectly together. Constructed from a subtly textured bark cloth, the fabric is soft and easy to wear and it allows the color screened onto it to be bright and vibrant. The actual cut of this dress is actually quite simple - the sleeveless, deep V fronted halterneck bodice skims over the bust and then nips in at the waist. The full length skirt flares out into the perfect cut A-line. But turn around and the back has been scooped away almost entirely. The bold palette used to create that wonderful floral inspired design is fantastic. Excellent condition! Item# D437

Fabulous beach to cocktails to dancing dress made in French nylon. Think high end swimsuit fabric! This fabric wears amazingly - you can literally roll it in a ball in your suitcase and wear it as soon as you arrive to where you are going! It can get wet, it won't wrinkle and its sexy as hell. A vivid tropical floral print covers ever inch. A halter style bodice sits above a high empire waistline and the skirt falls to the floor in a widening A-line. It's fabulous and in excellent condition!

Bust: no defined side seams, with A to small B cup
Under Bust Seam: 11-15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Natural Waist: 13-15" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: to approx 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam with some stretch
Bodice: approx 10" from neck to empire waist
Skirt: 46" from empire waist to the hem

Unlined and slips over the head. The seam under the bust has a bit of elastic stretch to it. The halter closes at the back of the neck with flat hook & eye like a swim suit.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# D438

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This dress is a great example of that tubular, shift shaped 1960s silhouette and it is a little unusual because of the fabric. It still has its original paper tags attached inside that state that 30% of the fabric is real metal! The silver colored metal thread used and woven through it really goes it a beautiful glinting sheen and depth to the design. The colors are fabulous palette of creams, taupes and greys mixed with that silver thread. A classic shift dress sits under a zipped on outer shell. Even though we know it has metal running through it it surprisingly light and the fabric supple but with just a hint of structure to help hold that wonderful shape! Excellent condition

Shell
Bust: 18î flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 20" from neck to hem

Inner Dress
Bust: 16.5î flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13î flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14.5" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 24" from waist to hem

The metallic fabric parts are backed with a silk feeling rayon organza. The skirt has an addition lining in it and the inner top of the dress is a single layer of that lining. The shell top closes at the back with a metal painted zipper and the dress also closes with a metal painted zipper at the back.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML (4-6)

Item# E437

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Simple and perfect little black dress from the fifties is the perfect basic over which you can style and change it up to suit any mood. I love the boat neck that gives the shoulders such a flattering line. Simple sleeves end at the elbow and the bodice is fitted and nips in at the waist. The seam there is pointed and the seaming through the bodice angles down into the front yoke to give the illusion of a small waistline and length.† This is mirrored at the back and the it has a sexy V exposure at the back as well. The skirt flares out and is quite full. I have put a crinoline under it so you can see the fullness, or you can wear it without! Its is very pretty and a great little dress. Excellent condition.

Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: 19î flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14î flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist
Skirt: 28" from waist to hem

Unlined and closes with a back painted metal zipper. It was styled over a light crinoline that is not included.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6)

Item# D439

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Love this early bohemian feel Hungarian embroidered piece that is really fabulous and quite special. You often see blouses but to see an entire dress is a much rarer thing. It is a lovely combination of red and black yarn stitching on light cotton base. The shoulder has extensive stitching so that it has a ruched and gathered feel and the embroidered patterns run in bold panels down each arm and through the dress. A second pattern in a white yarn adds a nice compliment and secondary pattern. The embroidery work looks like it is a combination of hand and machine work. The top can be worn on or off the shoulder and the skirt has three tiers all set atop one another. Its a super, unusual and pretty piece that is in great condition! Item# D440

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Made from a stunning early custom screened silk, this dress is just wonderful. It appears to have never been worn, or worn very little and has been stored properly for all these years so the colors are as crisp and vibrant as the day it was made! The design is just stunning. A beautiful abstract print is screened onto the silk and the colors that have been used are really beautiful and bold! The cut is simple yet dramatic. A slim pencil skirt skims over the hips and the waist nips in and can be further cinched by the matching belt. The bodice is simple and cut slightly loose with the most fantastic round cut outs at the neckline. These scooped and rounded cut outs add a subtle sexy touch. It appears to have never

Bust: approx 18-18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from top of bust to waist
Skirt: 25" from waist to hem

Unlined and closes with a side unpainted metal zipper and a second small metal zipper at the back of the neck. Original belt is present - it has a small break in it that I had repaired - otherwise both pieces look unworn.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# D441

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A truly amazing and fabulous early hostess gown that is perhaps one of the best I have ever had. It has the most unique and fabulous sleeves I have ever seen on a dress from this time period. They are complete and perfect circles - two circles on each arm attached around their circumference with blue piping sot that they pouf out when worn. I photoed them flat so you can see how wonderful they are! The rest of the gown is equally as fabulous. It flows to the ground and is constructed of a crisp, early cotton that has a stunning floral print screened onto it. The combination of red, white and blue is as classic as you can ask for. It wraps to close and can be worn done up the collar or open, The accompanying sash is a blue cotton and can be wrapped obi style or as a ling tie belt. It is wonderful! Museum quality, seemingly unworn condition.

Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam but can be wrapped to adjust up or down
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist
Skirt: 38" from waist to hem

Unlined and wraps to close with a snap at the waist. The original sash can be ties or wrapped to cinch in the waist and keep the gown closed

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# D442

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

Mexican wedding dresses are works of art in my opinion and this is a beauty and a rare find in pristine white! Every inch of the base fabric has been stitched into even perfect little pin tuck pleats and they each line up perfectly with each other at every seam! Can you imagine the care to do that? Separating each row of that are bands of white lace through which you get the faintest glimpse of skin. The front is cut into a low V and the wide bell lace sleeves add grace. This one has attached ties at the waist so you can conch it further if you wish. Everything about this dress is beautiful and it is unremarkable, seemingly unworn condition!

Shoulders: 14.5"
Sleeves: 21" long
Bust: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist seam
Skirt: 33" from waist to hem

Unlined and closes with a back painted metal zipper and has attached ties at the waist.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML (4-6)

Item# D443

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

In person this dress literally glows as if lit from within. The effect of the gold thread worked through the kitten soft chenille velvet it breathtaking. This piece is†surprisingly light, far lighter then you would think at first glance because the base is a silk chiffon that allows it stunning drape and airiness. Pinks in various shades of the softest possible glossed chenille are applied onto the silk chiffon and then eyelash gold lame worked in between. This makes the entire dress sparkle and glimmer with every movement of the wearer and the effect if beautiful. The cut† is simple so that the fabric can take center stage.† A high neck and simple bodice are balance by long sleeves and a skirt that cascades to the floor. This is surely a piece by a designer as the quality and attention to detail are all there but since there is no tag it will forever be a mystery! It is a beautiful, dramatic piece and in excellent condition. Item# E439

You can see the transition from the twenties flapper silhouette to the more fitted forties in this lovely dress. It is still cut loose through the waist but the waist seam is there and placed higher then its predecessors. The base is a silk crepe in black and onto this is a amazing swirled design in glossy black sequins. These cover the entire dress, back and front, top to bottom. The skirt is cut lean with a looser waist. The bodice is simple and cut slightly loose with a scooped neck and has been left sleeveless. Excellent condition and gorgeous!

Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 15: flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16" from top of bust to waist
Skirt: 30" from waist to hem

Unlined and closes with a side unpainted metal zipper. Sequins are hand applied and all seem to be present

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# E441

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

I have had this tucked away forever! It is an amazing piece whose fabric was entirely hand-loomed! This is even more astonishing when you realize that the skirt is pieced together in panels and at each seam the chevron stripes line up perfectly. So this dress had to be meticulously planned out prior to its final construction to make that happen! It is made of a nubby, textured wool with a touch of nylon in the mix so it has some strength and hols its shape. The sleeves are long and lean and it wraps to close allowing the wearer to have as much of a plunge as she wished. The top is a basic black so very flattering. I love the edging that brings the color of the skirt to the top. The skirt is just amazing - there are yards of that hand loomed knit and it is long, long, long! It really is one of my most favorite knit piece I have ever had! A superb little piece and in great condition!

Sleeves: 23"
Shoulder: 13.5-14" across
Bust: 15.5ÔøΩ flat across the back seam, unstretched from side seam to side seam. The wrap allows it to be adjusted - the mannequin it is on has a 35-36" bust
Waist: 12ÔøΩ flat across the back from side seam to side seam, this can be adjusted up or down a good two inches if needed
Hips: to 23ÔøΩ flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 18" from neck to waist
Skirt: 38" from waist to hem

Unlined and wraps to close and then ties with the attached knit ties. Hand-loomed

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML (0-6)

Item# D446

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

Fantastic silk taffeta party dress straight from the era that defined the cocktail party! This is wonderful and beautifully constructed piece made from a high grade silk taffeta in a deep deep pink with a washed floral screened pattern over it. The neckline is quite beautiful with a square cut whose corners are caught up in pretty silk rosettes made of the same fabric. I love how the shoulders are rounded and they swoop over each shoulder in soft pleats to be caught up in the corners of that neckline - its a delicate, feminine touch! The skirt is quite fitted and is cut long and lean with subtle flat pleats that allow the wearer to be able to move despite its strict seeming cut. The entire piece has the sculptural feel of the Balenciaga pieces of the day! No label but it has the feel of a high end piece. Excellent condition!

Shoulders: no defined seams
Sleeves: approx 16"
Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from shoulder to top of elastic at the waist Skirt: 27" from waist to hem

Unlined and closes at the side with a hidden zipper that looks like a replacement of the original but was extremely well done. The original belt is present and from the front looks perfect but the backing has cracked and shows wear and some parts are missing. This of course does not show when on and is mentioned for accuracy only. There are two small pinholes under one arm that I had a stitch put into to secure and make stable and a tiny bit of wear to the fabric at the top back of the seam at the neck. Priced accordingly. High end construction and surely a custom or designer piece.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS

Item# D447

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 great example of the hostess dress from the 1960s and the way small designers where taking fabric and using it for maximum effect. The fabric is a swirl of psychedelic pattern in pinks and purples and grounded by deep blues. Parts of the edges of the pattern are highlighted with different colored beads and also rows of pink sequins. It is very subtle but give the dress a touch of glimmer. The main part of the dress is cut with a loose fitting waist with a long skirt that falls to the floor with just the slightest of A-line as it nears the hem. The front plunges and the fabric is gathered and sewn into place by hand. The back is quite amazing with fabric that swoops down cape-like over the shoulders so when you move you get lots of movement and drama! Excellent condition

Bust: 18-18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam of the lining
Bodice: 11" from shoulder to waist
Length: 45" from waist to hem

Fully lined in a pink silky rayon and closes with a back painted metal zipper. There are hidden snaps that close the chiffon cape down the center part of the back. There are some parts of the beads here and there that maybe missing but nowhere is jarringly apparent.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# E443

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 unusual black silk wool crepe dress that is cut on the bias and fits fantastically when on and has a remarkable fringe detailing on the skirt! The dress itself is cut simply - a long lean skirt with just the slightest of an A-line cut to it. It nips in at the waist and the bodice is simple with a slight V neckline and a faux wrap effect that is caught up along one side. Each shoulder is gathered at the top and it has short cap sleeves. But to this simple dress they have added the most remarkable panels of silk cord fringe in asymmetrical panels so when you move they swing and move with you! The slanted application of these also helps to add length and curves to your figure! Excellent condition.

Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 50" from neck to hem

Unlined and closes with a side unpainted metal zipper and a second small metal zipper at the back of the neck. The top inside bodice has a partial lining of that is a net fabric. This has some small pinholes here and there but is sound and of course does not show when on. It is original to the dress so has been left as found

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# D448

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 glorious 1940s swing dress! Made out of a black silk crepe that drapes wonderfully when on. It has that touch of thirties influence still with a slightly wider cut through the bodice and looser drape which makes it very flattering. The skirt is long and lean with a flat pleat detail high on one hip to give the suggestion of a swag and also to add to the illusion of a nipped in wast. Of course the showstopper on this dress is that spectacular flower that runs across the bodice and is done completely with hand applied sequins in greens, pinks ands silvers. The design is spectacular! This dress is everything you want in a 1940s piece and is a real jaw dropper. Excellent condition. Item# D449

Amazing, labeled black dress made from a light weight silk that is heavier then a scarf but not quite as heavy as a silk faille. This gives the dress drape but a bit of structure as well. Ir is very new look in cut with elbow length sleeves, a nipped in waist and a skirt that can be worn as shown or with a light crinoline under it for a fuller more dramatic feel. It is unusual in its remarkable detailing! The entire skirt has little embroidered details from which with fringe dangle. This is echoed at the V neck where a curving cord is hand applied and a silk tassels placed. Each sleeve has a little keyhole at its end and a bow with two more tassels. This gives the piece so much movement and interest! The original belt is stitched to the small of the back and adds extra definition for that perfect 40s hourglass! In excellent condition.

Shoulders: 14"
Sleeves: 15"
Bust: approx 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16" from neck to waist
Skirt: 30" from waist to hem

Unlined and closes with a back unpainted metal zipper. The belt is attached at the small of the back and is original to the dress. Hand finishes and label high along the seams of the skirt. The skirt is actually quite full and you could potentially wear a light crinoline under it for more volume.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML (2-6)

Item# D450

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 sexy 1950s cocktail dress that is really a thing of beauty! The fabric is the star here and and the dress is made of a luxurious silk satin in a deep, rich cream. Onto this is a washed floral design, whose blossoms are further emphasized by an applied velvet layer that adds texture and dimension to the fabric. It is just amazing - the silk velvet follows the colors of the flowers and gives the dress a rich and decadent feel. The cut is all bombshell vavoom. It is fitted and cut to follow every curve. It cinches in at the waist, curves over the hips and then narrows to a pencil skirt silhouette.† The bodice has a beautiful peaked sculptural detail at the neckline. Gorgeous and in excellent condition. Item# D452

A true femme fatale, film noir 1940s suit with the most dramatic and beautiful lines! The skirt is cut long and lean with the classic forties A-line silhouette that hugs the hips and then flares out at its hem. The jacket is an amazing feat of construction and drape. A silk taffeta in a deep glossy black is used - this fabric choice allows for a bit of structure and for the drape that the designer was after able to be achieved. The shoulders are lightly padded and round. The sleeves long and slim as the near each cuff. The bodice is cut full as was the fashion with a nipped in waist for that perfect seductive Va-Voom feel. Around the hips wraps a swag of fabric that encases the wearer and explodes into a dramatic draping along one side on the most exaggerated of forms. It is sexy and stunning! Truly a find and in excellent condition. Item# D453

This dress has an unexpected sexy side to it. The front is amazingly pretty - the entire top of the bodice has a stunning cotton cut out lace applique that has been done in huge stylized circles. This is backed with nude netting to gives the appearance of being far barer then the wearer actually is. The waist nips in and the skirt is cut in a slim pencil silhouette. Over the hips lies a peplum in the same black silk crepe. The back is where the true sexiness lies. It buttons at the small of the back in a row of tightly spaced buttons and above that the nude netting opens to an almost inverted long diamond shape that is caught up at the base of the neck by a hook and eye. These leaves the back exposed and with the nude netting on either side to the lace looks like it is lying bare on your skin! Excellent condition and well made!

Shoulder: no defined seams
Bust: 18î flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13î flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 26" from waist to hem

The top is backed in a nude netting and the skirt is unlined. It closes with a low back row of fabric covered buttons and fabric loops. Above that the back is open to the neck where a there is a hook & eye.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML (4-6)

Item# D454

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 like an updated version of the earlier thirties striped hostess pieces. Except this is a mod feeling little cocktail or day dress from the swinging sixties! Cut on a slight A-line it is very simple with a loose fit body and simple ties attached at the waist. The sleeves are also simple and sleek. The simplicity of the cut allows that gorgeousness of the fabric to shine through. A black base has a ribbon like effect worked into the fabric with vivid stripes in purple, yellow and red! Excellent condition!

Shoulders: 16" (slightly dropped)
Sleeves: 21"
Bust: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam Length: 38" from shoulder to hem

Unlined and closes at the back with a panted zipper. The belt is attached to each side of the dress and you can cinch it or wear it looser for a more shift feel. There is one tiny scuff to one of the purple stripes near the hem and side seam. It does not deter.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# D455

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 did not realize that this dress had a flaw till I out it on the mannequin and noticed the run that goes down one side by the seam, Because of the nature of it and the way it runs and where it is placed I have decided to list it (at a loss) since I still feel it is wearable and is too sexy and fabulous not to potentially have a few more rounds out on the town with some fabulous girl. Made of a metallic gold knit it is cut to form to the body through the chest and waist and then flares out at the skirt to ground. The sleeves are skinny and fitted as well. I love the neckline - the way it is set allows you to tie the neck a few different ways and have the shoulders sit on or off. Other then the one flaw it is in great condition! Item# E444

Absolutely gorgeous 1940s dress with superb detailing! Made of an unusual salmon pink hued silk crepe with crisp lines that are very flattering. The skirt is classic swing with a long lean cut and slight flare as it nears the hem. The waist nips in and a jaunty pearl and sequin encrusted pocket sits on one hip. I love the scooped neckline with its rounded silk satin collar. That same silk satin adorns each cuff and the pocket for a chic finish. The pearls and sequin detailing that sits under the collar is fantastic! Lovely lines, well made and a stunning details - all add up to a really wonderful example of how fabulous dresses were from this era! It is a beautiful, classic dress, that is wonderfully made and in excellent condition.

Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam of the lining
Bodice: 16" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 28" from waist to hem

Unlined and closes with a side painted metal zipper. There is a sequin missing on the very top of the design on the shoulder but it is not readily apparent nor does it detract. The color is more of a pink then shown - the light parts pf the close-up of the label is closest to the true color. Also the pearls are not yellowed - it is a trick of the lighting.

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML

Item# D456

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