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Wonderful 1920s Purple Intarsia Knit 3 Piece Dress Set SZ M This set is not without its flaws, but still - a 1920s intact three 3 piece rayon knit set in purple(!) is a rare find. I did a burn test, and I believe the fiber is a very smooth rayon. There may be some silk involved as well. There is a long, skinny sleeved cardigan sweater with a bakelite buttons front and hip pockets. Then, a V neck, sleeveless knit top with 2 tone intarsia pattern in lavender and dark beige. The last is a matching ribbed knit skirt set on a cream slip top with ribbon straps. The slip and skirt are very straight with no bust or waist shaping. Label: none Size: Taken unstretched. Cardigan: Bust: 38" , Low Waist: 34" , Shoulders: 15", Sleeves: 25" , CB Neck to Hem: 29". Top: Bust: 35, Hips: 36, Shoulders: 15,CB Neck to Hem: 26 Skirt: Bust: 36, Waist: 34" , Hips: 38", Shoulder to Waist: 16.5, Waist to Hem: 28", Hem circumference: 48". Condition - The set is sturdy and wearable. There are spots. The cardigans has two areas that read dark blue - one on the left front body and one on the left back elbow. These are shown. The top has a few small brownish spots. The skirt has a stained area right at the CF hem, this is about 5 high, plus there are three spots on the center back skirt seat as shown. One of these has a dark center, and there are reddish halos. All that said, none of this shows much in standard interior lighting. In bright daylight at a window? Yes. The photos were taken with two 500 watt bulbs and the spots are not distracting. The skirt has to be re-stitched together at the side seams, and as it was originally serged together, we had it re-serged there as well. SOLD! |
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Vintage 1930s - 1940s Black Velvet Evening Gown SZ S This deep black velvet dress form the very late 1930s to 1940s, has a draped or ruched bust line, narrow straps, ruffled neckline and a boned bodice. The ruffle is lined with a periwinkle silk . The skirt is flared with nice movement. This closes on the side with a metal zipper. The surface of the velvet has a panne effect. Label: none Size - S. Bust: 34" , Waist: 25" , Hips: 38",Shoulder to Waist: 15.5, Waist to Hem: 43", Hem circumference: 114" Condition - Very Good - wearable, no holes or stains. The straps have been replaced as the original had been cut off. Price: $110 |
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1930s Pale Grey Waffle Weave Rayon Vintage Day Dress Blue Eagle Label Sz S This 1930s dress has the NRA Blue Eagle label that dates it to 1933 - 35. its a great summer dress, in a soft grey with mauve tones in a rayon waffle weave. The bodice has a double breasted effect with bound buttons holes and cream buttons. These are no functional. The Dress closes with a side snap plackets. The wide revere collar points are repeated in the pointed cuffs. Princess seams front and back create an easy waist fit and form kick pleats at the hem. The belt shown is not original and will not be included. Label: NRA Made Under Dress Code Authority CNA Size - Fabric has some stretch, measurements are taken un-stretched. Bust: 34" , Waist: 30" , Hips: 36", Shoulders: 14.5", Sleeves: 9" , CB Neck to Waist: 17.5 ", Waist to Hem: 31" , Hem circumference: 53" Condition - Excellent, no holes or stains. Price: $75 |
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1930s- 40s Vintage Beaded Black Crepe Evening Dress and Jacket Sz L This very late 1930s - early 1940s dress and jacket set is a wonderful black rayon crepe. With matching belt. The jacket or shrug has black bugle beading at the front, hem and sleeves along with shoulder pads. The dress has a sleeveless bodice, with dense shoulder shirring, a shaped waist inset, bust line shirring and a wrap back with deep V neckline. The skirt is straight in the front, but has 5 back panels for loads of flare. Side metal zipper to close. Label: none Size - Dress: Bust: 50", Waist: 34" , Hips: 46", Shoulder to Waist: 17.5, Waist to Hem: 41.5" , Hem circumference: 96" Jacket: Shoulders: 14.5" CB Neck to Hem: 18 Condition - Excellent, no holes or stains. The belt backing is rather soft and wrinkled. SOLD! |
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Lovely 1950s Vintage Blue Sea Shore Novelty Print Cotton Dress Sz M Oh the print! Blue and white with starfish and coral, set on a crackled fine line stripe. Lovely detail . The dress mid 50s, with flared skirt, fitted waist, and a white organdy collar on the scoop neck. The short sleeves are cut in one with the bodice. Side metal zipper to close. A great dress to wear this summer. Label: none Size: Bust: 37", Waist: 27", Hips: full, Shoulders: approx. 15", Shoulder to Waist: 17, Waist to Hem: 28", Hem circumference: 127" Condition - Excellent, no stains or holes. Belt is not present - a white or contrast color would look great. Price: $65 |
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Chic 1950s Vintage Copper and Black Print Cotton Dress Sz M Another great a printed cotton for you. This one has the Vogue pattern label that dressmakers could once get with the pattern. No more, sad to say. This fitted bodice is cut on the bias, with a button front . The buttonholes are diagonal. Placing them on the straight where they wont stretch. The full skirt is set on with narrow pleats. The kimono sleeves have a diamond gusset. Side metal zipper to close. The belt shown is not included. Label: Vogue Special Design Size: Bust: 36", Waist: 27", Hips: full, Shoulders: approx. 15.5", CB Neck to Waist: 15.75, Waist to Hem: 28", Hem circumference: 96" Condition - Excellent, no stains or holes. Belt is not present - a white or contrast color would look great. Price: $65 |
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Crisp 1950s Vintage Blue Floral Print Cotton Coat Dress NOS Sz L Its print time! This fun 1950s dress still has its tags and is a crisp cotton floral print in turquoise and white with coat dress styling. The front is double breasted with white buttons and cotton trim. The bodice has an inset waist band, cap sleeves, patch pockets with flaps, and a flared skirt with pleated waist. The back has a separate ½ belt with decorative button. The skirt wraps underneath and has a tie inside. And its unworn. A great dress to wear this summer. Label: Anne Garson Made in New England, 100% Cotton, Wm Anderson Fabrics Size: labeled an 18. Measures like a modern 14. Bust: 41", Waist: 31", Hips: 50", Shoulders: 16.5", CB Neck to Waist: 16.5, Waist to Hem: 27", Hem circumference: 88" Condition - Excellent, no stains or holes. Crisp and unworn. Price: $75 |
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1950s Pink Lace and Taffeta Vintage Circle Skirt Party Dress Sz S This young and pretty spring party or cocktail dress is very soft in pink and white, with a soft white lace over a pink taffeta. The bodice is fitted, with the nylon drape front and tails at the back. The drape is caught with a rhinestone pin at center front. The skirt is a circle, with a horsehair braid to stiffen the hem. The drape falls in tails, which also look nice tied up in a knot or bow. We shoe it both ways. Center back metal zipper to close. Label: none Size: Bust: 34" , Waist: 25" , Hips: full, Shoulder to Waist: 16, Waist to Hem: 29", Hem circumference: 200 - full circle Condition - Dry-cleaned. No spots or stains. One mend in the lace - we show a close-up. The taffeta skirt lining has an ombre effect. I dont know if this was intentional or not. The skirt hem has hung out a bit as to be expected with a circular cut. One of the tails has breaks in it - when tied in a bow, these are hidden. They do generally fall into the folds, but can be seen of course in movement. Price: $65 |
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Charming & Crisp 1950s Vintage Purple Floral Print Cotton Dress Sz S/M I love a crisp floral print. This polished cotton dress has a square neckline ( also a favorite), fitted bodice, V back neckline and a knife pleated dirndl skirt. The print has tones of purple, lavender, multiple greens, and black on a white ground. Closes with a center back metal zipper. There are belt loops, but no belt. Black or white would look great with this. Labels: just lot and size. Original size hang tag as well. Size: labeled a 13. Bust: 37", Waist: 28", Hips: full, Shoulders to Waist: 15.5, Waist to Hem: 28", Hem circumference: 72" Condition - Excellent, Crisp and unworn. The only flaw is a small tan spot on the skirt as shown. Price: $75 |
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1950s Party Dress in White Embroidered Organdy and Peach Taffeta Sz XS This sweet dress dates from the early 50s. The kimono sleeve bodice is white organdy, cut on the bias so the pattern chevrons at center front and the scalloped border forms the neckline, This is layered over a strapless taffeta lining. The split front overskirt is the organdy with the embroidered borders left open and placed over a peach taffeta under skirt. Side metal zipper to close. This was very nicely home sewn. Labels: none. Home sewn. Size: Bust: 33" , Waist: 24",Hips: full, Shoulders: 14.5", Shoulder to Waist: 16, Waist to Hem: 27" Hem circumference: 116" Condition - Very Good, freshly laundered. No spots or stains. There is a repair at the right underarm as shown - this was done with a silk organza. Price: $75 |
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Vintage 1960s Navy Blue Linen Look Rayon Coat Dress by Kay Windsor SZ 10-12 This slimming navy blue coat dress is a classic with the gold buttons and double breasted styling. Believe me, it makes this mannequin look a lot slimmer! The dress is cut with princess seaming with additional waist darts for fit. The dress wraps closed with snaps on the under lap. The skirt is nicely flared. And the back half belt is a nice touch, Label: Kay Windsor The Look You Love Size: Bust: 38" , Waist: 30",Hips: 40", Shoulders: approx. 15.5" , CB Neck to Waist: 16, CB Neck to Hem: 41", Hem circumference: 64" Condition - Excellent, just dry-cleaned, no spots or stains. Price: $55 |
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Vintage 1960s Bold Hawaiian Tropical Print Cotton Maxi Dress Sz S Love the colors in this 1960s polished cotton maxi or patio dress. The grass green foliage and color block panel contrast with the black background as do the royal and qua blue tulips , peonies and sweet peas. The sleeveless bodice has a integral wrap tie that is cut in one with the center front. The skirt is straight with gathered sides and 2 side slits. This dress closes at center back with a nylon coil zipper. Label: Calabash House Honolulu Waikiki Size: labeled a 10. Measures like a modern sz 6. Bust: 35", Waist: 26, Hips: 38", Shoulders: 14", Shoulder to Waist: 15.5, Waist to Hem: 38" Hem circumference: 37" Condition - Excellent, just dry-cleaned, no spots or stains. Price: $85 |
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Vintage 1960s Dress and Jacket Set in Grey & White Abstract Print Sz M/L This is a great looking 60s textile in shades of grey and white in abstract paint brush blocks. The fabric is a shantung weave, most likely a synthetic. The dress has a white bodice, with strong V seaming on the front and gentle gathers at the waist of the straight skirt. The short box jacket matches the skirt with 2 large covered button and loops closures at the center front. The dress closes with a nylon coil zipper at center aback. Label: Carnival Fashions, Inc. Size: labeled a Size C. Dress: Bust: 40", Waist: 29",Hips: 40", CB Neck to Waist: 16.5, Waist to Hem: 25.5" Hem circumference: 42" Jacket: Bust: 40, Waist: 36, Shoulders: 16.5, Sleeves: 17, CB Neck to Hem: 17. Condition - Excellent, no spots or stains. A very slight abrasion at one underarm as shown. Price: $75 |
 Order #D2299 Click here for photos Order Here | Lovely 1960s Pale Blue Embroidered Linen Vintage Dress SZ XS This lovely dress is from Lanz, and the construction and fabric are very fine. The fabric is a pale blue aqua linen with white embroidery. The dress is cut with a slip top and wide midriff band of linen. The short linen top has the border of embroidery at the hem and buttons to the dress at the waist with on seam buttonholes. The dress closes at the back with a metal zipper, while the over blouse buttons closed with covered buttons. The dress could be worn with a sweater or top over it, while the over blouse could be worn independently - maybe with jeans or pedal pushers? Labels: both pieces are labeled: Lanz Original copyright 1960 Size: Small. Bust: 34" , Waist: 24",Hips: 38", Shoulder to Waist: 17, Waist to Hem: 23.5", Hem circumference: 38" Condition - Excellent, no spots, stains or wear. Price: $65 |
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Charming 1950s White and Red Floral Strapless Organza Dress This 1950s strapless party dress is perfectly charming with trailing red flowers on a white nylon organza ground. . The dress has a drape bodice with net modesty inset and is quite fitted with boning. The skirt is full and swishes very well over a white net and white taffeta underskirts. It hardly needs it, but we do show it over s small crinoline Side metal zipper to close. Label: none, but commercially made Size: Labeled a Sz 7. Bust: 34" , Waist: 25" , Hips: Full, Side Front Neckline to Waist: 11, Waist to Hem: 31" , Hem circumference: Very Full Condition: Excellent. Fresh and crisp. Price: $195 |
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1930s Vintage Blue Lace 2 pc Dress and Jacket Set This 1930s set has 3 pieces:- dress, jacket and belt. It would have had a blue slip originally. We show is over a cream one for detail. The dress is sleeveless, with a Peter Pan collar, small front panel with navy looped fringe edging and a gored skirt with front pleats. Side snap closure. The belt is original, with pearlescent metal eyelets and clip closure. The short sleeves over jacket has wiast tucks and gathered sleeves with a split cuff finish. There are no closures on the jacket. It could of course be worn over the belt, but it sure shows well this way. Label: none Size: Dress: Bust: 35" , Waist: 31" , Hips: 36", CB Neck to Waist: 15", Waist to Hem: 28" , Hem circumference: 52". Jacket: Bust: 35, Shoulders: 15, CB Neck to Hem: 21 Condition: Clean with no stains. We have been over this several times and there are very few, if any small breaks to the netting of the lace. The armholes of the dress are a bit rough - intact, but it appears a short sleeve may have been removed. The belt backing is intact, but worn. Price: $75 |
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1950s Vintage Green Floral Print Organza Dress This 1950s party dress has a lovely soft and sheer green and white with blue shadows print of peonies over white taffeta lining. The short sleeve bodice is fitted, with a wide shirred midriff band and small rhinestone buttons at the front closure. There is a side metal zipper to close. The collar is Peter Pan style, with a satin piping finish and bow. The full gathered skirt rides over a white taffeta lining. We show this over a small crinoline, but it has plenty of loft on its own. Label: none Size: Bust: 35" , Waist: 25" , Hips: free , Shoulders: 14.5", CB Neck to Waist: 15.5", Waist to Hem: 27.5" , Hem circumference: 120 Condition: Clean, no stains, crisp, there is one 1/16 hole in the sheer overlay only at the left front shoulder over the lining. Taffeta skirt lining shows crease lines of previous hems. Price: $105 |
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VaVoom Vintage 1950s Black Velvet Circle Skirt Halter Dress A halter dress! Small, but very cool. The black velvet is inky dark. The bodice is fitted with gathered bust and wide midriff. The circle skirt has wavy cording set in to give it additional texture and volume. Side metal zipper to close. WE show this over a small crinoline. Label: none Size: XS. Bust: 32" , Waist: 24" , Hips: free, CB Neck to waist in front : 19, Waist to Hem at CF: 25" , Hem circumference: full circle Condition: Very Good. There are some smushes to the back skirt as shown. And as with all circle skirts, the hem has hung out on the bias and is now uneven. Price: $65 |
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1950s Black And Brick Striped Day Dress from Woolf Bros. This Bud Kilpatrick day dress was designed for Woolf Bros., a fine Kansas department store for many, many years. It shows a fine used of the broadly striped textile has a modified shirtwaist style, with kimono sleeves, and a hidden zipper under the lapel as the side of the front inset. The moderately full skirt is pleated. Large black leather buttons and bound buttonholes to close. Label: Bud Kilpatrick for Woolf Bros. Size: Bust: 40" , Waist: 29", CB Neck to waist: 17.5", Hips: full, Shoulders: approx. 16, Sleeves: 23.5, Waist to Hem: 26" , Hem circumference: 116" Condition: Very Good. There is a small rewoven hole at the center back as shown. No stains or wear. Sleeves hems have been shortened. Price: $95 |
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Rich 1950s Purple Velvet Vintage Cocktail Dress This 1950s party or cocktail dress is a glorious shade of purple in a good quality cotton velvet . The shoulder straps are double rouleau cords, with a slightly gathered bust, wide shirred waist and fully pleated skirt. We show this over a small crinoline - you could wear a fuller one! Metal zipper to close at the center back. Label: none Size: Bust: 36", Waist: 26.5", Hips: Full, Shoulder to Waist: 16", Waist to Hem: 28", Hem circumference: 96" Condition: Excellent, although there is one small spot in the folds of the skirt as shown and hem area shows 2 light fold lines. This could be hemmed up to one of these lines, but as they are quite light, we have left this alone. Price: $125 |
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1950s Vintage White Embroidered Eyelet Formal Dress This 1950s white cotton eyelet dress is very sweet and has real wedding dress potential. The sun dress style bodice has deep V waistlines and wide set straps with its square neckline. The full gathered skirt has a horizontal eyelet pattern and is lined with white taffeta. CB metal zipper to close. Label: none Size: Bust: 35", Waist: 26" , Shoulder to Waist: 16, Hips: Full , Waist to Hem: 42", Hem circumference: 122" Condition: Excellent, clean, Just a hair of darkening to the top of one strap. Price: $135 |
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1960s Vintage Black Wool Knit Sequin and Beaded Sheath Dress by Gene Shelly This 1960s black wool knit sheath dress is completely covered in black sequins. Then to add to the sparkle, theres a silver bead and pearl spray that meanders up the entire length of the front. In other words, a spectacular dress from Gene Shelly, who certainly knew how to do beaded gowns. The dress has a tank style, with bateau neck in the front and a plunging V in the back. It is fully knit and stretches throughout. Center back metal zipper to close and side slit to add walking. Label: Gene Shellys Boutique International California Made in Hong Kong 100 % wool Size: labeled a 12. Measurements taken unstretched. Bust: 36", Waist: 28", Hips: 37, CB to Waist: 15.5", Waist to Hem: 38", Hem circumference: 36" Condition: Excellent, clean, no holes or wear. Price: $195 |
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Mod 1960s Vintage Cream Wool Dress by Patullo-Jo Copeland This late 1960s, early 1970s dress is by the under rated American designer Jo Copeland. It shows the Mod 60s influences as interpreted by a mainstream designer. The deceptively simple front has a curved set-in placket with covered buttons and bound buttonholes. The princess seams drop to hip level, then square off to form a partial yoke line. Topstitching emphasizes the seaming. The front skirt has moderate flare while the long bishop sleeves finish in a button cuff. This dress is beautifully made, with a hidden zip, white silk lining and a lot of dressmaker touches. Labels: Patullo-Jo Copeland & 1963 - 1974 ILGWU label Size: labeled a 12. Bust: 38", Waist: 34" , Hips: 42", Shoulders: 16" Sleeves: 22", CB Neck to Waist: 16", to Hem: 39.5" , Hem circumference: 56". Condition: Excellent, no stains, holes or wear. Price: $125 |
 | 1980s Pink and White Celestial by Zandra Rhodes Miss Zandra did wonderful, whimsical prints. This one is printed in pink and white on white chiffon, with lightning bolts, crescent moons, stars, clouds and the sun. The design was printed to the shape of the dress. The silhouette has the dropped waist of the 1980s, with a gathered chiffon flounce stiffened with a soft net, Ύ sleeves and shoulder emphasis by virtue of small ruffles rather than shoulder pads. Edges are enhanced with small pearls, and the front has star sequins, pearls and white opalescent bugle beads. The small front yoke is white with clouds. Center back nylon coil zipper to close. Label: Zandra Rhodes London Size: Bust: 36" , Waist: 32" , Hips: 40" , Shoulders: approx. 15" Sleeves: 17" , CB Neck to Hem: 39.5" , Hem circumference: 40" Condition: Excellent, clean, no stains, holes or wear. Price: $440 |
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1950s Soft Silk Chiffon Watercolor Print Dress in Blue and Greens This lovely dress is such a soft hazy print in blues, greens and gold. Its a silk chiffon over blue crepe with a blouson bodice, short sleeves and a very full gathered circle skirt. The interior bodice closes with a metal zip, while the over blouse closes with snaps at the center back. These have chiffon bows dressed on top. Label: ILGWU 1955 - 63 label. There is no other label, but we handled an identical dress in 2010 that was labeled Mort Schrader Jeunes Petites. Size: Bust: 36.5" , Waist: 24" , Hips: full" , Shoulders: 15", Shoulder to Waist: 15.75, Waist to Hem: Front: 25, Hem circumference: Full. Condition: Very Good, has been altered, but is wearable and presentable. The navy crepe liner has had dye fade as is often seen. The neckline was altered and lowered in the 1970s, and a blue cotton facing used to finish it. She did a nice job. There is a small mended break in the chiffon as shown. This is at the back shoulder blade. Price: $95 |
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1970s Black , White and Caramel Wool Dress by Mollie Parnis This 1970s wool day dress from Mollie Parnis is a combination of a black and white tweed bodice with an open weave front panel and long skirt in black, white and caramel. Wouldnt this be great with a knee high boot in black or caramel suede? Work ready. The back closes with a nylon zipper. The belt is black leather with a side buckle Label: Mollie Parnis New York 100% Pure Wool fabric made in U.S.A. Size: Bust: 37, Waist: 28" , Hips: 38" , Shoulders: 15", Sleeves: 22.5, CB Neck to Waist: 15.5", Waist to Hem: 27.5" , Hem circumference: 44". Condition: Excellent. No holes, stains or wear to dress. Belt has wear at inside of buckle as shown. Price: $95 |
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Swingy 1920s Vintage Black Satin Dress S/M This 1920s dress has a over blouse effect with a wrap front and neck tie over a slip liner. The front skirt has three tiers, the back 2. This is all suspended on the slip liner as was so often done in the 1920s. The skirt tiers have a nice flare at the left side below the wrap front. Binding is used to finish most of the edges. There is shirring at the shoulders and there are no closures. The wrists close with snaps. Label: None Size: Bust: 38" , Low Waist: 39", Hips: 42, Shoulders: 14" , Sleeves: 24" , CB Neck to Low Waist: 21.5, CB to Hem: 46.5, Hem Sweep: 46" Condition: Silk is Excellent, and is clean with no holes. The slip liner has several splits. Price: $85 |
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Charming 1930s Pink Organdy Vintage Dress S/M This 1935 - 1939 pink organdy dress has a lot of charm. We show it over a cream slip of the period. There are no closure, so it has a looser fir in the waist. The bodice has gathered darts and darted puffed sleeves with shirring at the bicep for a controlled shape. The waist has slight V at the front and back with a four gore flared skirt. Its a very sheer dress. The slip is not included. Label: None Size: Bust: 40" , Waist: 32", Hips: 50, Shoulders: 15.5" Sleeves: 14" , CB Neck to Waist: 15", Waist to Hem: 37" , Hem Sweep: 124" Condition: Excellent, no spots, or holes Price: $85 |
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1960s Psychedelic Maxi Dress by Ferro Boutique L Wow. Prints were bolder in the 60s. This could have been on Laugh-In with ease. Its a grand scale print and its bright yellow, line green aqua and royal blue, orange and magenta. To balance the big print, the cut is simple - tent shape, high roll collar, fitted sleeves. And its Ban-Lon. The nylon back zipper is hand set - this wasnt an inexpensive dress. Label: Ferro Boutique Ban-Lon Collection Size: Labeled a 14. Bust: 40" , Waist: 44" ,Hips: 50, Shoulders: 17" Sleeves: 21" , CB Neck to Hem: 57.5",Hem circumference: 84" Condition: Excellent. Clean. No spots, stains or holes. Price: $75 |
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Vintage 1920 French Haute Couture Beaded Dress by Rolande This c. rare example from the house of Rolande is dated Winter of 1920. Its a loose fitting evening dress in black tissue faille with beaded rondelles trimmed in fur. The bateau neckline has tucks and inset beaded straps that extend into streamers. The beading is done is black glass bugles, rocailles, square nail heads and sequins. The shirred hip drape is complex, with loops and tails. The back has two beaded streamers. The sides are quit open, so the slip of choice will be featured. The Mme. Rolande operated form at least 1920 - 1927. There was US press coverage as early as 1920, when John Wanamaker announced that Chanel and Rolande models could be seen at his Philadelphia store. The house moved several times - 16 Rue Vignon, in 1920, 394 Rue Saint Honore by 1923, amd 127 Ave des Champs-Elysees by 1925. She did receive coverage in LOfficiel for those years, with several of her models illustrated. There are no references to the house in 1928 or 1929. Label: Rolande 16 Rue Vignon Paris with Stamp Hiver 1920 and written number 1694 Size: Bust: 38 Low Waist: 42 Shoulders: 15 - 16 Shoulder to Low waist: 18 Shoulder to Hem: 47, Hem Sweep: 45 Condition: Excellent. A very few missing nail head beads. Very Good, No holes, but 2 stains on the front and underarm discoloration as shown plus areas of general tan color change that can be seen on the back of the bodice. Price: $725 |
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Vintage 1930s Floral Chiffon Dress with Black, Red, Yellow & White Tulips This early 1930s chiffon dress has a strong , abstract red, white and yellow tulip floral pattern on a ground of black leaves that is rather different than the usual soft palette and realistic flowers of the 1930s. The waist is at the natural placement with a matching belt and open rhinestone clasp. The soft fitting bodice has a circular capelet with draped CF neckline and is caught up at the left shoulder with a large self flower. The skirt has the typical curved hip seaming of the period. Label: none Size: Bust: 42 Waist: 38 Hips: 46 Shoulders: 16 CB to Waist: 15, Waist to Hem: 32. Hem Sweep: 84. Condition: Excellent. No holes, no stains. Price: $185 |
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1950s Grey and White Ikat Weave Taffeta Dress by Ceil Chapman This pretty mid 1950s silk taffeta dress in an ikat weave shows that Chapman could work with prints as well as beading and draping. This dress has a button front and a waist defining grey velvet inset midriff panel with taffeta binding. The shaping on this panel is superb for the figure. There are bound button holes, a bias bow at the waist and a snap placket. The pleated skirt falls very nicely. A really lovely and unusual dress from a highly collectible American designer. Hovland Swanson was a long time department store in Lincoln, Nebraska. Labels: Ceil Chapman and Hovland Swanson Size: Bust: 36 Waist: 26 Hips: Full Shoulders:15 Sleeves: 17.5 CB to Waist: 15 Waist to Hem: 28 Hem Sweep_ 116 Condition: Excellent. A light fold line where the hem was raised. It as been re-set to original length. Price: $295 |
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1950s Vintage Red Crepe Dress with Draped Front This nicely sized red rayon crepe dress is a late 40s, or early 50s piece with neat reversed shirring on the bodice and skirt. The sleeves are kimono cut, with small shoulder pads. The neck and side zips are metal. The decorative neckline tabs have rhinestone buttons. A nice dress is a reasonable size. The belt show is modern and not included. Label: A Kay Carter Original Size: Bust: 42, Waist: 32, Hips: 44, Shoulders: 16, Sleeves:20, CB to Waist: 18, Waist to Hem: 33, Hem Sweep: 64. Condition: Very Good, has been dry-cleaned. Two small mends as shown, both on the front of the skirt, about 13 up from the hem, with a light spot there. Price: $65 |
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1950s Vintage Black Silk Taffeta Dress By Omar Kiam for Ben Reig This mid 1950s dress is by talented designer Omar Kiam for Ben Reig. Id call this a dinner dress - dressy, but not dιcolletι. The bodice is fitted with an inset black velvet notched yoke and a tricky 3-d lapels. The 2 tier skirt is beautifully pleated and draped at the side front and is very light. The underskirt is present throughout with a wide horsehair hem stiffener for volume. A neat dress by a desirable designer in great condition. Label: Ben Reig Original by Omar Kiam Size: Bust: 40, Waist: 29, Hips of under layer: 40 Shoulders: 15.5 Sleeves: 20, Shoulder to Waist; 18.5, Waist to Hem: 32. Condition: Excellent. Belt is missing ( a modern one is shown) . Freshly cleaned. Price: $250 |
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1950s Vintage Black Linen Dress with Circle Skirt by Pauline Trigere This mid 1950s black linen dress by Pauline Trigerι has the clean lines of her work with a bateau neckline, V back neckline, and imaginative front seaming that eliminates the darts usually found in the period. The flared skirt is full. Theres an interior signature grosgrain waist stay, metal CB zipper and original narrow leather belt. Label: Pauline Trigerι Size: Bust: 38, Waist: 30, Hips: Full, Shoulders: 15 - 16, Shoulder to Waist: 18.5, Waist to Hem: 27.5, Skirt is a full circle, approx 204. Condition: Excellent. Price: $225 |
 Order #D2231 Click here for photos Order Here | Lovely Vintage 1960s Green Silk Chiffon Evening Dress This lovely soft mint green silk chiffon dress is from Capri Originals. The silk is so soft it just floats. The dress is a one shoulder style with two floor length semi-circular drapes front and back. These fall free to the hem and I suppose could be arranged and tied in other ways. The main body of the dress has a circular chiffon layer over a fitted sheath. The under sheath is chiffon over an interlining. Side metal zipper under the chiffon. This is a well made dress. Label: A Capri Original New York Size: Bust: 34 Waist: 27, Hips: 42, Shoulder to Hem: 50, Hem sweep of under dress: 40. Condition: Excellent. No spots stains, or holes, very clean Price: $95 |
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1950s Red Taffeta Evening Gown with Gold Embroidery Now this is a grand 1950s evening dress. The fitted , spaghetti strap bodice is sets off the volume of the skirt quite well. The front panel of the dress is cut to the hem with out a seam, all the better to display the metallic gold embroidered spray of leaves. The rest of the bodice is cut with a dropped waist seam that Vs in the back. The skirt has drapes and tucks at the side front waist, and pleats at the back that all fall into a wide sweep. The skirt has a both pellon and net integral underskirts A grand and dramatic gown from the mid 50s. Label: ILGWU 1955 - 1963 label. Size: Bust: 34" , Waist: 26" ,Hips: Full, Shoulder to Waist: 16, Shoulder to Hem: Front 58, Back: 62. Condition: Excellent, no spots or holes. Price: $195 |
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1950s Vera Maxwell Grey Tweed Office Dress Vera Maxwell is famous for the Speed Suit, but she did design other lines. Her work though is often sleek with clean lines, perhaps a response to the working women of the day. This 1950s winter weight wool tweed dress is perfect for work in a charcoal grey with multi-color flecks throughout. It is bound at the neckline in black cotton - a good idea for comfort. The bodice is cut with a center front seam and dolman sleeves. The Ύ sleeves end in a petal cut. The skirt has a back pleated vent for walking ease, and the dress closes at the back with a metal zipper. We show this with a modern belt and period jewelry - your will look even better. Label: Vera Maxwell Original Size: Bust: 38" , Waist: 28" , Hips: 38", Shoulders: approx. 15.5", Sleeves:16.5" , CB Neck to Waist: 16", Neck to Hem: 44.5" , Hem circumference: 46" Condition: Excellent, freshly cleaned, no spots or holes. Price: $75 |
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Lovely 1950s Beaded Aqua Blue Taffeta Evening Gown By Emma Domb This lovely aqua blue draped strapless dress is by California designer Emma Domb. It has a boned and fitted bodice with a wonderful cascade of aurora borealis sequins and white pearls down the front of the skirt, siding into the pleated drape at the left hip. The skirt is flared and stiffened throughout with pellon. We show it over a small crinoline. Center back metal zipper to close. The color is truest in the front bodice close-ups. Emma Domb was a company that specialized in dressy, special event gowns. Label: Emma Domb California and 1955 - 1964 ILGWU label. Size: Bust: 34" , Waist: 25" , Hips: full", CF Side front to Waist: 10, Waist to Hem: 37 Hem circumference: 152" Condition: Very Good. Freshly cleaned with only the very faintest shadow at the underarms, a faint spot on the front skirt as shown, and 3 1/8 or smaller spots scattered on the skirt. Price: $105 |
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1960s Cheerful Yellow Summer Shift by Harvey Berin Weve handled a few Harvey Berin dresses in the past, but none were this cheerful! This yellow silk shantung weave really does glow. The dress has a slightly fitted shift line with a small cap sleeve, wide midriff panel and side front on seam pockets. The midriff is outline with a piped double welt. The front buttons are faux snakeskin. The side seam has a pronounced curve into the pocket , while the piping disappears at the front in to darts in what is a sort of faux front seam. The dress is very well made, with a interlining and center back metal zipper. Label: Harvey Berin designed by Karen Stark Size: Bust: 40" , Waist: 32" , Hips: 39", Shoulders: approx. 15.5 - 16", Neck to Waist: approx. 16.5, Neck to Hem: 39", Sweep: 42" Condition: Excellent. There are no spots, holes or stains. The hem has been raised 1, the hem allowance is intact Price: $95 |
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1920s Gold Metallic Lame and Rose Floral Rose Chiffon Party Dress This late 1920s party dress is not an easy one to describe! It is a wonderfully complex metallic brocade chiffon in pale blue grey with printed with naturalistic roses in red, pink and gold with dark green leaves, with a second rose pattern of flowers and steams in gold lame woven into the chiffon. The cut is straight with tucked shoulders and a fitted dropped hip yoke. The gathered front skirt and smooth back skirt are suspended form this. The original slate blue under dress is still with it. The neckline and armholes are self bound . No closures. Label: none Size: Bust: 40", Low Waist: 34", Hips: 38", Shoulder to Low Waist: 22, Shoulder to Hem: 46" , Hem circumference: 76". Hem Circumference of slip: 46 Condition: Very Good. The only flaw is faint armpit rings as shows. These do blend partially into the tans of the print. SOLD! |
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1950s Strapless Lemon Yellow Net and Taffeta Formal Evening Dress This is fine lemon yellow lace and net over taffeta 1950s formal gown. The boned strapless bodice has a shaped neckline with layered petals and a wide midriff, shirred waist band. The taffeta skirt is flared but not hugely full. The net over skirt is gathered and is detailed with rows of center stitched ruffles and satin rouleau at the sides. These seem to float! Closes with a side metal zipper. Label: none Size: Bust: 38" , Waist: 30" , Hips: 48" , Side front Neckline to Waist: 13, Waist to Hem: 43" , Hem circumference of lining: 104" Condition: Excellent, Great color , no holes or stains. RESERVED Price: $85 |
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1960s Soft Lemon Yellow Linen Day Dress This cleanly designed soft lemon yellow linen day dress is a great summer solution. It zips at the back, so easy dressing on warmer days. The bateau neck is cool as are the short sleeves. And the tie waist is easy fit, too. But there is shape and definition with the darted bodice and skirt. The yoke line is defined by a topstitched welt across the bodice. Closes with a metal zipper at center back. Label: none Size: Bust: 36" , Waist: 28" , Hips: 38" , Shoulders: 15", CB Neck to Waist:15, Waist to Hem: 27" , Hem circumference: 39" Condition: Excellent, Great color , one very faint slub/spot at the back near the skirt zipper. Price: $55 |
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1980s White Silk Jacquard Dress and Jacket by Stavropoulos This is a beautifully made, couture quality draped silk dress and box jacket by designer Greek American designer George Stavropoulos. His work was worn by celebrities and society for years. Active in Athens form 1949, he sold in New York from 1961 and died in 1990. Kent Stet University houses a large collection of his work and sketches. For more on his career: http://www.nytimes.com/1990/12/11/obituaries/george-p-stavropoulos-designer-of-chiffon-classics-is-dead-at-70.html This set is a lovely light white silk jacquard, with an asymmetrically draped dress front, spaghetti straps and a semi-fitted body. The zipper is handset. There is also a hem slit at the drape. The matching jacket has should pads and a box shape, with darted sleeve caps and a wonderfully tucked cuff that release into the soft sleeves Label: Stavropoulos New York Athens Size: Dress: Bust: 40",Waist: 32, Hips: 42, Shoulder to Hem: 42 Sweep: 56. Jacket: Shoulders; 15.5, Sleeves: 25, CB Neck to Hem: 19. Condition: Excellent - freshly cleaned Price: $195 |
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1950s Blue Wool and Satin Dress by Jo Copeland We are very fond of this designers work. Jo Copeland was with Patullo for some years, and she produced some striking garments. This 1950s navy blue wool sheath dress is a lightweight one with silk satin bands interwoven through the darts at the midriff to finish in bows at the back. The same satin is used at the square neckline front and back. The 3/4 sleeves are cut kimono style. Center Back metal zipper. Label: Patullo- Jo Copeland Size: Bust: 36", Waist: 29, Hips: 40, Shoulders: approx. 15 1/2, Sleeves: 20, Shoulder to Waist: 17", Shoulder to Hem: 45, Hem Sweep: 42 Condition: Very Good - no holes or stains. There are two rewoven spots as shown. Price: $95 |
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Charming 1920s Black Satin Dress with Red and Gold Embroidered Trim This 1920s silk satin dress comes out of an Ohio estate. These dresses with apron string ties were popular c. 1923-24. This one is charming with the long sleeves, tie collar, and drop waist shirred front skirt. The back of the dress drops straight to the hem with only the adjustable ties to fit it in to the body. The embroidered trim in red and metallic gold threads is placed at the collar, cuffs and hem. Label: none Size: Bust: 36" , Low Waist: 32", Shoulders: 14", Sleeves: 21 1/2", CB Neck to Low Waist : 18 1/2", Neck to Hem: 39 1/2", Hem Sweep: 50" Condition: Excellent. No posts, satins or holes. Price: $95 |
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Lovely 1960s Cream Lace Malcolm Starr Dress This is a lovely Malcolm Starr dress, definitely suitable for a modern wedding. Starr did a lot of beaded and glitzy evening and cocktail looks, so this is one of their more restrained designs. The deep cream lace is set off by a olive green silk bow and band. This dress is structured as an attached lace over blouse with its own metal zipper over a under dress with crepe bodice with lined lace skirt. The bow rests on the over blouse, the green band on the under dress. The under dress has its own metal zipper as well. Label: Malcolm Starr New York Size: Bust: 38", Waist: 28", Hips: 41" , Shoulders: approx. 16", Shoulder to Waist: 17", Shoulder to Hem: 44" Hem Sweep: 42". Condition: Lace is Excellent, just cleaned. The lining has underarm rings, the lace is does not. Price: $105 |
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Brilliant 1980s Red Wool Dress By Galanos We just acquired this Galanos dress and we couldnt be happier. We havent had an example of this master designers work in some time. This day dress is a brilliant red wool crepe from the 1980s with curved raglan shoulder seams, channel stitched collar detail, bound buttonholes and large gold tone buttons. The shoulders are padded . We show this with a gold chain belt, which we can include if desired. It would look great with a wide belt and boots for winter wear. Like all Galanos dresses, it is beautifully constructed, with a silk chiffon interlining and chiffon bound seam edges. Side pockets, too. Labels: Galanos and Neiman-Marcus Size: Bust: 35" , Waist: 32" , Hips: 36", Shoulders: approx. 15", Sleeves: approx. 24" , CB Neck to Hem: 39", Hem Sweep: 38". Condition: Excellent. This was beautifully taken in on the sides form the pockets down. From the quality of workmanship, Id say it was done at Neiman-Marcus for the original owner. Price: $125 |