When you need a dress that will def not be subtle this is a great choice! It's a shimmery metallic brocade fabric in shades of pinks, red, golds and coppers that refuses not to be seen. The cut is all bombshell - strapless, with a boned bodice underneath and a long, lean skirt that has a dramatic and sexy front slit! The fabric moves shockingly well, it definitely has a thickness to it but is not awkward to wear or so think that you cannot move. The front sweeps up and into that huge knot and one sided bow! Absolutely a showstopper and in excellent condition.
The Krizia label has always been synonymous with Italian fashion and they have been around since 1954. In 1967 the started knitwear and soon became masters at it. This is a great little example of that from the eighties when everything was mandated to be short and tight on the bottom and extremely voluminous on the top (or vice versa). The bandage dress was all the rage and this skirt has that feel. It is a combination of knit and cord-work that is all done with some kind of elastic worked through it so that it has some stretch. It looks structured when you see it but it really moves and mold to your shape. The texture of the knit gives it lots of interest. Its a great little skirt that will be easy to work into a modern wardrobe. Excellent condition.
Unlined and slips on the wear. The fabric has stretch and the measurements given are flat to the comfortable stretch. The stretch will allow it to fit on a larger variety of sizes
Waist: 11-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 20" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED
Item# S744
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Vicky Tiel started her career under Louis Feraud after graduating from Parsons and then went on to launch her own label. She quickly became known for her sexy, fitted dresses and in particular, the corseted and draped silhouette that we see on this dress. The dress is wonderfully constructed and well cut. I must say that my photos are doing it an injustice as it was too large for the mannequin so the curved hourglass shape that would be created on a proper sized girl is not being displayed to its full extent. That shape is created by the interior structure of the bodice made of vertical boning inside so that it is shaped right down through to the hip area. The fabric used is a fine silk net that is a deep navy color. This fabric drapes beautifully and the slight stretch inherent to it gives you shape and structure. The net is hand gathered in beautiful draping that run across the bodice and shaped to highlight the bust. Little caps sleeves can be worn high on the shoulder or off. More draping circles the waist and end in long panels of fabric that cascade down the front. The skirt sweeps to the floor and has the perfect amount of volume and movement. Excellent condition
Fully lined in a deep blue silk placed between the boning on the interior and closes with a back zipper. Boned through the bodice and waist. The skirt has an inner lining of her signature black stretch jersey.
Bust: 18-19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15-16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 57" from natural neck to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG
Item# DD2844
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Fantastic, sexy, absolute killer jumpsuit from the great Vicky Tiel! It is constructed from gathered silk jersey, hand placed so that it drapes perfectly when worn. The construction is perfection as well - it is lightly boned through the bodice so that it stays perfectly in place. I love that panel that drapes out form the mid-waist and through the legs - it gives the whole ensemble an exotic flare harem like feel. It is in mint condition and when paired with a killer current heel - feels wildly modern! Excellent condition
Gorgeous and bright multi color silk jacket from Victor Costa. You can see why this was in the closet of Judy and Jane - it has that luxe feel mixed with street chic that they are so known for! I love the bright bright colors - they are the exact right hues to feel as rich as possible and they go together perfectly. The cut is impeccable and the fabric a good weight so it feels great to wear. Heavy flat cording detail separate the colors in a stain glass kind of way. You can see the influence of that color block trend of the time in this beauty! Mint condition. Item# JJA30
This dress is darling and done in a classic Yves Saint Laurent cut and silhouette. The light crepe fabric is of the highest possible grade and I adore the red, green and blue pattern on the white backdrop - it feels so fresh and clean. It has a very 40s throwback feel combined with a bit of a sporty tennis dress feel and is very chic. The top is cut like a button front shirt with slightly puffed short sleeves. The skirt features his superb use of pleat work begins just below the more fitted hip and gives the skirt volume when you move. It buttons down the front with a row of buttons that end just past the waist. Love the pointed collar and little puffed sleeves giving it that signature YSL touch. Add a contrasting belt for more shape or wear without. Excellent condition with one small item of note below.
Unlined and closes with the buttons you see at the front. Tagged a vintage 44 but please check actual listed measurements. There are some long skinny pulls here and there in the fabric on the front - they are lost in the pattern but are there. I have photoed it and reduced the price but its really fine and wearable as is.
Slightly inset shoulders: 14.5"
Bust: 19.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 16.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 25" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG
Item# DD2498
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Body conscious dressing was all the rage in the 80s and though this may not be a piece that makes you instantly think of Zandra and her earlier work it is representation of this time of her career. Both pieces are made of a cream fabric that has just a touch of gold metallic to it. Onto the fabric is a gorgeous design made from fine gold thread that covers both pieces and gives it a subtle but wonderful gleam as it catches the light. The outfit is cut to fit ad accentuate your curves. The top is a fitted corset that has curving sides and pretty pearl and rhinestone buttons that run down the front. The skirt is fitted and short so together they are pretty va-voom and hug your every curve. I love the unexpected thick looped cords that detail the bottom of both the corset and skirt - its that kind of unexpected touch that makes Zandra pieces so wonderful. Excellent condition
Both piece are lined in a cream silky rayon. The bustier closes with a back painted metal and nylon zipper and the skirt with a zipper and flat hook & eye at the waist. Made by hand in England.
Bustier
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: approx 10" from top to bottom
Skirt
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 23" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED
Item# DD2588
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I lvoe Zandra Rhodes and this is a fab early eighties piece that is hand painted with gold stars and pink detailing. The shoulders are high and capped and the waist nips in before that exaggerated peplummed hip takes over! I love the bow trompe l'oeil effect at the neckline and the there is a pretty rhinestone detailing across the front. It is in excellent condition and would have been entirely hand made at this time of the label's history - as proudly stated on the label. It is dramatic and highly wearable too!
Rare and wonderful hand cast panther belt done by New York accessories design, Christopher Ross. Dated 1985 these were gold plated and this one on the most luxurious of belt choice - a supple Ross signature snakeskin! These are getting very rare and this is an exceptional example of his work. It is the perfect finish to any outfit for an instant dash of chic! Item# A142
This is an over the top, unbelievable silk taffeta and velvet gown from Chanel. If I am reading the hand written tag correctly it is from the Autumn Winter collection 1986. The dress is both simple and elaborate. Simple in that it is basic black and used two fabrics - one a textured silk taffeta and the other that inky black cotton velvet. Simplicity stops there - the skirt is to the floor and voluminous with bands of velvet applied over the ever widening skirt till it hits the floor. The bodice is all velvet and intricately constructed with a full built in corset underneath so the dress is held magically in place. The sleeves are astounding - huge pouffed crazy pieces that I can see a girl pulling off in a Anna Dello Russo fashion moment. What I love about this is that you can separate those sleeves and wear with jeans or skin tight Balmain like leather leggings and a white shirt...the styling possibilities are endless. The equivalent to buy a Chanel gown now would run you well over $10,000 and upwards into the 6 figures. It is incredibly collectible and absolutely wonderful! Mint condition. Item# DD688
Stunning and unusual this is one of those once in a lifetime pieces that you just cannot walk away form with it sitting in the back of your mind forever! The pictures do not come close to conveying the exquisite craftsmanship of this piece or its sheer impact when it is in front of you. The beads - for lack of a better word - are insanely huge and because many of them are suspended on little tube beaded loops it moves and makes sounds as they click together - it is like wearing a full piece of jewellery on your upper body! The fabric is a stiffened , woven silk and it appears unworn. The effect of the amber color on the cream is stunning. A masterpiece is how Judy described it and I would have to agree! Wonderful, rare and an unusual amazing piece.
An amazing 1990s one shoulder silk chiffon gown cut on the bias and completely covered in sequins and bead work. The base of the dress is dyed in an ombre like effect in wonderful and flattering shades of corals and oranges that deepen in hue as they reach the ground. One side is left bare while the other has a full sleeve that ends in a bit of a bell shape - so pretty! That fantastic design that covers the entire dress is made from sequin and bead work. Inside the gown is lined in a orange hue poly jersey so it is very comfortable to wear. The entire thing is done on a bias cut so it really moves to fit you once on. The bottom hem has a small asymmetrical train. Such a statement making piece and in excellent condition!
Bust: stretches 15-18" comfortably flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: stretches 12-15" comfortably from side seam to side seam
Hips: stretches 17-20" comfortably flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 60" + from mid-neck at the back to bottom hem - cut on the bias so will come up slightly when worn
The dress is fully lined in a nylon jersey and closes at the side with a zipper. There is a small amount of bead loss here and there but nothing that mars the overall effect - super size the pictures to see.
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6-8)
Item# DD724
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As with every Azzedine Alaia piece you cannot help but to feel sexy in it. Most pieces you see of his are black or white so I especially love this brilliant blue dress! Such a fantastic shot of color! It is basically a fitted mini dress that has an asymmetrical semi sheer over skirt attached. I love the angled skirt - it gives an extra bit of leg! The top is cut almost Tee shirt style with a row of painted snaps down the front. You can also wear these to the back and of course open or close them as you prefer! The knit is opaque and a fine, flat eave with some sheen to it. Gorgeous, sexy and ever so Alaia! Excellent condition!
This more recent Pucci skirt has a definite vintage twist! It is cut to mimic a classic full circle skirt from the fifties and it literally does create a true circle is you lay it out flat! This gives is incredible volume and movement. You could play this silhouette up by adding a crinoline but I have styled it here without. Made of incredibly light weight cotton that is beautifully screened with the classic Pucci print. Signed throughout and in excellent, seemingly unworn condition
Waist: 12.5-14î from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Total length: 27î from waist to hem
Unlined cotton and closes with a side zipper and metal button at the waist. The waist band has a slight elastic to it that allow for an adjustment of 1-2" in the measurement - see above
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6)
Item# S382
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This is a cute and sexy little dress that combines a beautiful silk with a fun, multi-color dot pattern. It is from the D&G label which no longer exists. The cut is classic D&G with a fitted, curving cut that follows the body and is very flattering. The bodice has a full built in corset with cups that keep the dress in place. Over this, the silk skims and drapes, down and around the body. There is a ruffled detail that circles the sweetheart neckline and that ruffle then extends down from one side, curves over the waist, and then runs down one hip. The skirt is cut to come up slightly at the spot where the ruffle ends for a little extra leg. At the back is one of their signature, large chunky zippers and the silk is all set to drape inward towards that. Signature, adjustable, lingerie straps sit at the shoulder and can be removed to make it a strapless dress. It is fabulous on and I love the colorful dots. Excellent condition
The dress is unlined and closes with a back zipper. There is a full boned bra/net corset inside the bust area. Tagged a 42
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam with approx an A-B cup
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: approx 43" from shoulder to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED
Item# DD2772
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Gorgeous, light as air silk organza is used to make this quirky and unusual skirt. The skirt is cut on a sharp Aline with an unusual double slit along the hem. The slits are also cut almost triangular so that they are open like little slices taken out of the bottom. The hem is asymmetrical. To the entire surface are hand applied, hand cut stylized flowers - stitch to the skirt at the base of each petal so that the petals form a fantastic feathered feel. The entire skirt weighs mere ounces and is very avant garde! Excellent condition.
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Gianfranco Ferre is best known for his years at the helm of Dior where he headed the Atelier and House from 1989 until 1996. Prior to that he was designing his own line that launched in 1978 as a ready-to-wear line and then eventually added a couture line in 1986. This is an amazing gown from that period in the late 1980s - early 1990s that he was designing under his own name.
The dress showcases that wonderful minimalist feel that was the cornerstone of Ferre's best work. This approach to design is why I feel he is sometimes overlooked as a designer but it is work like this that stands the test of time. The dress is one long sheath with rope beading that highlights the lines and curves of the dress but in a very subtle way. It is the kind of dress that the closer you get to it the more you start to notice its genius. The top is cut with a simple scoop to the neck and capped sleeves. There is no horizontal seaming at the waist to break the line of the dress. It simply skims over the torso in a sleek column, gliding over the waist and flowing down into the skirt. The skirt is long and slim cut with a dramatic inset of black silk chiffon set into the back slit so that it trails down slightly past the hem and will create a bit of movement as you walk. The detail that he has added has been done with thick ropes of dense black seed beads. This is set around the neck and each sleeve. It trails down the center back to conceal hidden set hooks and then curves out on an angle at the back waist and down towards the hips at the from sides. This gives you a lovely curve and the illusion of bringing in the waist. Transparent black silk organza panels at the back offer just a glimpse of the skin under neath for the perfect finish. It is very flattering and the simplicity at first glance belies the masterful cut and line. Excellent condition.
Fully lined in a fine black silk and closes with a low back zipper that begins at the waist. Above that the back closed with a series of tightly spaced hook and eye. Hand finished interior seams. Note that it is cut very slim through the hips so sizing is mainly based on that measurement
Shoulders: No defined seam
Bust: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 57" from neck to front hem, the chiffon insert at the back extends another 1.5"
Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD3275
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Leger worked for Karl Lagerfeld at Fendi and followed him to Chanel in 1983 when Lagerfeld took over there. In 1985 Leger began designing under his own name, but it was not until 1993 that the actual Herve Leger label appeared on the scene and history was made. His dresses were on of the stars of the nineties and were among the most coveted and iconic of the labels during that period of fashion. His bandage dress in particular were coveted by every girl everywhere and his strong lines and sensual designs were seen on everyone and appeared everywhere. This dress combines that iconic striped bandage technique he used with inky black velvet strips. The silk is an almost gunmetal grey, rather then black, and this combined with the deep black of the velvet make for a fabulous contrast. The bodice is molded and shaped and the fabric will stretch and mold tightly to your shape - his signature. The dress hugs your curves from the bust to just above the hip and then the silk skirt flows to the floor in a soft draping column. The silk used for the skirt is light in weight and has no lining so it really moves wonderfully. The fabric on the bodice has his signature spandex worked through it so that the fit is perfect. One small note to review below. Presents as excellent
The bodice is fully lined in a black silk satin and the skirt unlined. It closes with a hidden set back zipper. There is one darkened area on the back skirt that would not even photo - it is not a huge difference in color but there. Priced accordingly. Tagged a FR40/US8 but please check actual listed measurements.
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 58" from shoulder strap to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG
Item# DD2547
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The front panel at the bodice is fully lined in a black silk and the rest of the dress is unlined. It closes with a hidden set back zipper. Tagged a size L but please check actual listed measurements. The fabric does have stretch
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 16.5-18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12.5-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16.5-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 51.5" from neck to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED
Item# DD2847
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Shoulders: 16" across
Bust: 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Sleeves: 23"
Total length: 23" from neck to bottom hem
All the measurements are taken flat - they will stretch to several more inches if needed
Unlined and slips over the head to wear. The exterior is a mix of 90% cashmere and 10% angora. Tagged a 42. Note that it is a true fuchsia pink across the top in real like and not the purple it photoed as.
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML (6-8)
Item# S388
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This is a very pretty example of Jean Paul Gualtier's work from the 1990s. It has a definite nod to the gowns of the thirties and 40s but with that 90s twist in terms of a splash of sexiness and the fabrics used. The skirt is bias cut and made form a silky rayon on a deep blue. It swirls out from just under the bust with the torso area cut to be more fitted and the then it has more volume under that, The top is incredible with a eyelet fabric used in the most elaborate way. There are tiny little straps inside that allow the dress to stay up while those fabulous sleeves just kind of slouch off the shoulder. The volume in them is fantastic and that deep V cut on both sides combined with the pouf sleeves gives it a decadent, boudoir flare. Excellent condition
Fully lined, except for the sleeves, in a deep blue silky rayon and closes with a side hidden set zipper. Tagged a US 6 and cut in the bias.
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 60" from neck to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED
Item# DD2845
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An amazing, classic and iconic Junya Watanabe for Comme de Garcons jacket straight off the runway of the 1990s! This look marries tough with sexy and has the illusion of an extreme wasp waist. The sleeves are cut on a curve and have a high cap shoulder. Each is adorned with extra seaming that defines that curve and the cuff. Big buckles and flaps give interest. A huge collar and double breasted buttons finish the front and the seaming on the back is just amazing. The collar works turned down to flipped up. Still insanely modern and instantly recognizable as an Junya Watanabe piece. As good as it gets and in excellent condition
Shoulder: 13.5" across
Bust: to 17" flat across the inside back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across the inside back from side seam to side seam
Length: 21" from mid back at the neck to hem, slightly longer at the front hem then the back
Sleeve length: 23.5"
Unlined, with piped finished inside seams and buttons to close. Each cuff has a buckle detail. Tagged a Med it runs small so please check the actual measurements
Approximate modern size equivalent: XS-SML (2-6)
Item# C166
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Rare and iconic this sweater is from the infamous range where safety pins where used to hold together re-assembled pieces. When discussing this piece with Jane and Judy, they commented that this collection was really their favorite by far and that the felt fortunate to have had pieces from it! A gold lurex knit mixes with a ribbed knit that deliberately changes and fades in color within each stripe. The sweater has been taken apart in places and then these pieces re-attached with brass safety pins. An iconic piece straight from the closets of an iconic pair!
Another iconic dress from Moschino that I just love! This one is a dramatic contrast in color with a stretch jersey black base and deep red hearts scattered over it! Every one of those hearts is done with a different method/material. Sequins, applied red rhinestones, applique, fabric ...each is unique! Amazing. The cut is super easy to wear - sleeveless, scoop neck and a basic tank silhouette. A great easy piece that combined with red shoes or accessories will leave you breaking hearts. An iconic design from Moschino! Mint condition!
A fabulous and very wearable Moschino dress takes the idea of the little black dress to new levels. This has a definite air of the exotic to it and as expected with a Moschino piece has detailing in ways that are unexpected. The base is a silk-cotton mix with a slight polished look to it. Onto this are horizontal bands of raffia and ric rak in several different patterns and designs. I love how the textures work with each other! All around the hem are faceted black glass beads set to dangle and move. wide matte silk satin straps add the perfect finish. Excellent condition.
Bust: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 39" from top of the shoulder strap to bottom hem
Unlined in black silk and closes with a side zipper. The detailing through the body is all raffia and all the beads are present along the hem
Item# DD854
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This is one of those iconic designs that Moschino seems to be able to pop out endlessly. This one is from their Cheap & Chic line and feels so subtly naughty - its blatantly sexual and yet not at the same time! The dress itself is fairly simple - a chic little short skirt that has a touch of fullness, topped by a more fitted top and to the elbow sleeves. The showstopper is of course that giant cut out heart on the chest - made of red velvet (of course) and a definite eye-catcher! The Moschino wit at full play! Excellent condition!
If this does not absolutely sum up the minimalist movement of the nineties I am not sure what would! It is a sleek, chic, sheath of black. Parachute silk for the front and a stretch nylon jersey for the back. It is supermodel length and will make you look supermodel tall. It is simple and cut to perfection. The front can open completely so you could layer this over other pieces if you wish. I love how the buttons end just below the hips so a high opening is left at the front to counter balance that sheath of blackness. Simple cap sleeves and a small, neat collar finish the dress perfectly. Excellent, unworn condition
Shoulders: 15" across
Bust: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Length: 58" from mid-back of the neck to the bottom hem
Unlined and buttons to close. The fabric has some stretch.
Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML (2-6)Item# DD766
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Love this little Dolce and Gabbana dress with its combination of silk and sequins! The photos really don't do it justice in capturing how wonderful the two fabrics are in person and how they play off of each other. The silver sequins are very fine and set on a very fine backdrop so they really have a supple feel. This goes perfect with the beautiful silk that is used above and below. Both the skirt and top have a ruffled gather along where they meet the sequins - a very unusual treatment that works. The skirt is very full and flirty. At the back their signature big chunky zipper offers a nice contrast and the open slit between the zipper and the closure at the neck gives a glimpse of skin. Excellent, appears unworn condition.
The sequins are back in a silk satin and the bodice and skirt lined in a red silk chiffon. It closes with the zipper at the back and a hook & eye at the neck. No size tag so please check measurements.
Bust: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 10" from shoulders to top pf sequins
Sequin banding: 10"
Skirt: 18" from bottom of sequin banding to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML
Item# DD1884
Reference Photo: Amanda Lee Shirreffs. Click here to see her original blog post on this look >
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Fully lined in a fine black silk and closes with a low back zipper that begins at the bottom of the V. Tagged a 40/6 but please check actual listed measurements
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 55.5" from neck to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED
Item# DD2546
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This Thierry Mugler dress has a futuristic feel to it combined with that overt sensuality he worked into his clothes. It is made out of an inky black velvet and is cut to hug your curves. The bodice is cut along the lines of a corset feel to it with a stiffening fabric worked through the interior to give it structure, shape and support. The front neckline is cut with Mugler's signature 'flame' effect along the edge of the bodice edging. To hold the shape and allow you to mold it to your body, the points of the neckline are actually wired. This allow you to change their shape and mold them to sit exactly where you prefer. Worked behind that is a futuristic silver lame fabric that curves up and over the shoulder. You can spread it open more to create little shoulder caps as photoed, or push them up to sit just on top of the shoulder. This is quintessential Mugler. Excellent condition
Unlined through the skirt and closes with a side painted metal zipper. Internal stiffening and boning through the bodice. The interior of the bodice is finished in the same velvet as the exterior.
Bust: to 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from top of shoulder strap to waist
Skirt: 21.5" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD2555
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Valentino knows how to cut a dress to perfectly flatter a woman's body. Few designers can come close to the masterful techniques he perfected over the decades of his prolific career. This is an exceptional example of his work and it is very beautiful and striking. It would also be a fabulous choice perhaps as a wedding dress for the bride not looking to be 100% traditional
The dress has that feeling of simplicity that the nineties epitomized and yet, still feels modern and fresh even now. The fine silk crepe that is is made out of is cut on the bias which allows it to drape and mold perfectly over the body, skimming over your curves for the most flattering of fits. The color in person is a touch more a true ivory then how it photoed and is very flattering on most skin tones. The bodice of the dress with one of his signature, high set and curved panels that wrap around the bust. This is suspended from one shoulder by tiny straps that wrap and tie at the back. The bodice has been beaded with gold tube beads into a pretty trailing leaf and flower design with silver sequins filling in the petals. Some of the petals are cut out for the teeniest glimpse of skin through them. From that spectacularly detailed bodice, the skirt drapes to the floor from under the bust in a column of bias cut silk. The skirt has two layers hat are both edged with the same beading that is on the bodice and this overlap balances the workmanship on the bodice. The back is trained and also edged with more beads and sequins. The back is cut very low so that you get an expanse of bare skin. It is just stunning on the body. Excellent condition
Fully lined in an ivory bias cut silk satin. It closes with a low back hidden set zipper. Hand finishes. Tagged a Valentino 12 but please check the actual measurements. It is cut on the bias so there is some give in size up or down. There is the occasional tiny pilling to the fabric which is normal for this fabric. Nothing that is outstanding or noticeable when on
Bust: the panel is 16" across from side seam to side seam but the back is open so that is just the area of front coverage
Waist: 14-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: approx 60" from shoulder to front hem, 67" to the back hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG
Item# DD3295
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During the nineties the Versace label reigned supreme. The house created the supermodel, made sexy a mainstay and did it all within an amazing canvas of baroque and floral inspired prints. Here we have an amazing printed body suit and flirty pleated mini skirt from the Versus Jeans Couture label. The body suit is made of a simple soft stretch cotton and the skirt a variation of that same cotton without the stretch. The body suit is cut with long, skinny sleeves and a high neck, while the mini skirt wraps and zips in place with kicky pleats and is done in a matching print to the body suit. The fabric is meant to stretch and hug your every curve with that skirt giving a little volume so it is very sexy on. The print is fabulous and pure Versace. Flowers swirl in a print of blues, greens, yellows and pinks and then that is mixed with the Versace leopard print. A little gold tone metal Medusa head dangles from the zipper pull for that perfect finish. Insanely good and micro short for maximum leg exposure. For the Versace collector this is heaven! Excellent, appears unworn condition.
Made of a stretch soft cotton. The skirt wraps and then zips on to wear. The body suit snaps at the bottom and shows no sign of ever being worn, however one side of one snap is missing.
Bodysuit
Sleeves: approx 23"
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 16-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 13-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: approx 26" from neck to inner snaps
Skirt
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 18" from top of shoulder to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD2057
Reference photos: (1) Tracee Ellis Ross wore this set at the 2016 BET Awards. (2) Christy Turlington, Linda Evangelista and Helena Christensen in a Versace ad, 1991.
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
During the nineties the Versace label reigned supreme. The house created the supermodel, made sexy a mainstay and did it all within an amazing canvas of baroque and floral inspired prints. Here we have an amazing printed body suit and fitted mini skirt from the Versus label that debuted in 1993. Both pieces are made of a simple soft stretch cotton. The body suit is cut with no sleeves and a deep V plunge neck and the back plunges even deeper! The skirt is a pull on mini in a matching print. The fabric is meant to stretch and hug your every curve so it is very sexy on. The print is fabulous and pure Versace. Flowers and abstract shapes in blues, yellows and pinks are screened across the surface of both pieces in a striped design that makes you look even longer and leaner. Insanely good and micro short for maximum leg exposure. For the Versace collector this is heaven! Excellent, appears unworn condition.
Made of a stretch soft cotton. The skirt slips on to wear and has an elastic running through the waist. The body suit slips on with no closures and shows no sign of ever being worn.
Bodysuit
Bust: 15-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 13-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 28" from top of shoulder to lower seam
Skirt
Waist: 12-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 15-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 19" from top of shoulder to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD2059
Reference photo: Christy Turlington, Linda Evangelista and Helena Christensen in a Versace ad, 1991.
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
During the nineties the Versace label reigned supreme. The house created the supermodel, made sexy a mainstay and did it all within an amazing canvas of baroque and floral inspired prints. Here we have an amazing printed body suit and fitted mini skirt from the Versus label that debuted in 1993. Both pieces are made of a simple soft stretch cotton. The body suit is cut with cap sleeves and a high, rounded neck, while the skirt is a pull on mini in a matching print. The fabric is meant to stretch and hug your every curve so it is very sexy on. The print is fabulous and pure Versace. Flowers and abstract shapes in blues, yellows and pinks are screened across the surface of both pieces. Insanely good and micro short for maximum leg exposure. For the Versace collector this is heaven! Excellent, appears unworn condition.
Made of a stretch soft cotton. The skirt slips on to wear and has an elastic running through the waist. The body suit snaps at the bottom and shows no sign of ever being worn.
Bodysuit
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 15-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 12-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 24" from top of shoulder to inner snaps
Skirt
Waist: 12-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 17" from top of shoulder to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD2053
Reference photos: Nadege in Versace Versus, 1990's. / Versace Versus S/S 1994 by Bruce Weber.
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
During the nineties the Versace label reigned supreme. The house created the supermodel, made sexy a mainstay and did it all within an amazing canvas of baroque and floral inspired prints. Here we have an amazing print dress from the Versus label that debuted in 1993. The dress is a simple soft stretch cotton T shirt dress cut with to the elbow sleeves and a high, rounded neck. The fabric is meant to stretch and hug your every curve so it is very sexy on. The print is fabulous and pure Versace. From the front it is a dense bouquet of flowers and from the back the print is split into two version of a larger rose print - one in blue and yellow and the opposite panel in pinks. Insanely good and micro short for maximum leg exposure. For the Versace collector this is heaven! Excellent, appears unworn condition.
Made of a stretch soft cotton. Slips on to wear with no closures
Sleeves: 14"
Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 14-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 11-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 14-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 27" from top of shoulder to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD2051
Reference photos: Nadege in Versace Versus, 1990's. / Versace Versus S/S 1994 by Bruce Weber.
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 Azzedine Alaia bra top is just blatantly sexual. There is no way around it. Made of his infamous bandage fabric it is cut and constructed to make a girl as bombshell and sexy as she can get! The straps criss cross and each cup is molded and padded for maximum effect! It is a classic and very hard to find!! Excellent condition. Item# S346
A sexy and classic red label Vivienne Westwood silhouette, this two piece outfit is not only versatile but gorgeous. The satin used in light weight and has that glossy almost liquid appearance that really gives an extra, sexy feel. The skirt is beautifully cut - the seams are actually cut on curves - its an almost spiral cut that wraps around the wearers hips for a bias cut, but more fitted feel. The corset top is classic unabashedly Westwood with a draped milk maiden front and cuts outs along the shoulders. The waist nips in and a small peplum adds to the curved appeal of the set. Being separates you can wear and style them a million different ways too! Excellent condition, with its original extra buttons still in place on both pieces and very well made!
Top
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.25" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 18" from shoulder to hem
Skirt
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 18.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 29" from waist to hem
The top is lined in the same black satin fabric and the skirt is unlined. The top closes with a chunky black zipper and is lightly boned. The skirt closes with a back hidden set zipper. Extra buttons are still attached to the tags. Tagged a 42 but please check actual measurements
Modern Sizing equivalent: SML
Item# DD1012
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 just classic Westwood and you can instantly tell this is her work as it has all of her hallmarks. It is from her red label dress from the late 1990s and being so classic it still feels as relevant and sexy now as it was then. It also still has its original tags so is like taking a dress from a time capsule as it was never worn. The dress is made out of a light purple matte satin fabric that has a built in corset through the bodice and her signature asymmetrical neckline treatment with one sleeve set high and the other set to drape off the shoulder. The top portion of the dress is almost sculptural in its draping details. It skims over the torso into a full length skirt that falls to the floor in a column of fabric. This cut emphasizes the bust, flatters the waist and then hug the hips. I love the gathered fabric swag and the slit that shows a little leg. New with tags and unworn. Excellent condition
Lined in the same fabric and closes at the side with a half zipper that runs up the side from the waist and a second one that runs along the waist seam. Inner built in panty that closes with snaps. New with tags. Tagged a modern size 42
Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 62" from neck to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED
Item# DD2865
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
An amazing brilliantly patterned bomber jacket by the great Yohji Yamamoto! This look marries tough with brightness all within the classic constraint of the bomber jacket. The exterior is a stunning custom printed silk with an almost tropical feel. The sleeves taper into ribbed knit cuffs that mirror the finish on the waist and collar. It closes with big, customs chunky grey toned zipper. I love it! In excellent, appears unworn condition
Shoulder: 15.5" across (with slight drop)
Bust: to 19.5" flat across the inside back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across the inside back from side seam to side seam with stretch
Length: 17" from mid back at the neck to hem
Sleeve length: 24" long with cuffs flipped up
Fully lined in a silver metallic fabric that is then covered in a mesh. There is a slip pocket on each side of the inside lining and it zips to close with a double zipper pull, chunky plastic zipper. Each cuff has ribbed knit ends to mirror the waist and collar.
Approximate modern size equivalent: XS (0-4)
Item# C167
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival
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Christian LaCroix launched his Haute Couture house in 1987 and was instantly adored and revered. A ready-to-wear line soon followed along with perfumes and menswear. His collections are always an exotic, lavish affair and his inspirations spanned the decades with their eccentric, exotic glamour. His atelier closed in 2009. This dress is from the late 1990s/early 2000s. I love it in all it's signature Lacroix drama.
The beautiful bias cut on this dress instantly reminds one of the glory days of Old Hollywood and high glamour. The dress has been done in two layers. There is an inner silk satin slip in a pale ivory and then the outer silk crepe chiffon layer glides over that. Both pieces have been cut on the boas so made to conform and mold to the body under them. The fine, curved seaming done on the dress is a nod to the type of costumes being worn by starlets of the 1930s and designers working with bias cut fabrics like Madame Gres and Madeleine Vionnet. It really has that same feel once on but the embroidery and applique work on the front middle of the dress give it a modern touch. The bias cut and curved set seams allow the dress to both hug the body and still move with you so it is extremely light and comfortable when on. The bodice is hand draped across the bust with small capped sleeves. The sleeves are split and draped so you will get a little loop on the arm when it is worn. One one side a panel of fabric that drapes down for the prettiest touch. The back is also draped and curved sown in a soft scoop. It is cut to curve around your body, skimming over the waist and flowing softly into the long skirt. The construction of the skirt is remarkable. The back of the skirt cascades down and extends into an show stopping train of silk. It is absolutely beautiful and a dream to wear. Excellent condition
The inner, separate slip acts as the lining under the outer silk crepe chiffon layer. The slip has no closures and slip on. It is so well made you could probably wear it on its own as a separate dress altogether. The outer dress closes with a back, hidden set zipper. Tagged a size 36. The bias cut should allow it to fit a range of sizes. The length will come up a touch once on an actual body due to the bias cut. You might be able to wear a larger slip under it and go more by the outer dress measurements if needed.
Dress
Shoulder: no defined seams
Bust: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13-14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 16-18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 66" from shoulder to front hem, 86" to end of train at the back
Slip
Bust: 15-16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17-21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 65" from shoulder to front hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-MED
Item# DD3362
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 stupendous Chanel in a not so basic black! A textured black boucle is set off to perfection with black & gold buttons - all with that classic CC logo of course! Six gorgeous Chanel logo buttons finish the front and more are at the back of the skirt! Four pockets set along the front seams give it a classic, sleek look. It is extremely well made -as one would expect. I love the little details - the braided finish along the edges and topping each pocket, the little point of each sleeve. The skirt is cut tight and fitted and those bottoms even open with properly finished buttonholes! Lined in a fine black silk it feels amazing on! New Chanel jackets alone can cost upwards of $8,000 so grab this original for a fraction of that! Excellent condition. Item# DD965
Orgauphone et autres Mecaniques by Francoise Faconnet. Jacquard pattern of a musical staff throughout. Unworn, with care tag is attached. The colors are bright and vibrant. This entire collection of Hermes pieces was obtained from a single wealthy and refined collector of Hermes items. All are in mint condition, most have never been used and everything was stored and care for to the highest of standards since she obtained them. All are guaranteed authentic. Item# HH15
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"Equitation japonaise" de Francoise de la PerriËre in vibrant blues and yellows. Excellent condition. The colors are bright and vibrant.