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BARBRA STREISAND
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CHER
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BOB
MACKIE
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CAROL
CHANNING
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LIZA
MINNELLI
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Liza Minnelli ItemsHAT COLLECTION Owned/Worn By
ANITA
LOOS
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[ORDER ITEM #5348]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5348 - c. 1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche, Made in France Pink Sheer Peasant Blouse with Red Taffeta Skirt! No wonder YSL is listed as one of the top 10 designers of all time. My favorite looks were his "Russian" Collection in 1976, but his peasant look is a close second. NOTE: A new YSL peasant blouse will set you back $1400, so best to go vintage! :) Also note: Sadly the label is only in the blouse, but there was another YSL long skirt (a crushed velvet red) from this same estate the DOES have the YSL Rive Gauche label, but I'm pretty sure this was her outfit, and not that other skirt (at least if I had been her fashion coordinator!). The skirt is red taffeta trimmed in black taffeta with original matching sash at waist. Note the skirt is actually two full layers.... the underskirt is black with the red ribbon hemline, the overskirt is red with black ribbon hemline which is slightly shorter to show the underlayer (hard to see in the photos). Measures: 26" waist, 41" long. The sheer gauze pink peasant blouse is lovely with the tie at front and puffy sleeves with elastic at ruffle cuffs. Blouse labeled "36"... and impossible to measure. Wear together or separately. Excellent condition skirt. Blouse has some spots, and one pull (see photos), so she'll be going to the cleaners and get a good spanking! :) $ 785.
Approx. - SIZE 4/6
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[ORDER ITEM #5991]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5991 - c. 1980's KOOS Van Den AKKER Black with Nude Under Lace Dress! Well, I sold the other Koos Van Den Akker dress I had that was probably from the same collection! That one had long sleeves. This one (as you can see) has very thin spaghetti straps... so I guess we can call them angel hair straps... and a lovely nude backed black lace bodice. The bodice isn't boned so you need those straps. 3-D detail at the waistline, and slight sparkly skirt... which is more "glossy" than overly sparkly. Excellent condition. Measures: 34" bust, 27" waist, 32" long from waist to hem. There is a crinoline attached under for the slight pouf you see. I would need to shorten the straps a bit for me to wear this dress, but I'm 5'2", so if you are taller, it might be perfect as is. On me, it's a very pretty ankle length skirt. $ 645.
Approx. - SIZE 6
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[ORDER ITEM - #5882
Click on image for additional photos!# 5882 - c. 1940's Cranberry Wool Crepe Beaded Dress! LARGER SIZE! For all you gals who tell me that everything is too small... well, you can stop cryin' cause here's a sweet 1940s lightweight wool crepe dress with 3/4 sleeves and interesting overlay skirt, side bow and beaded neckline... all in a LARGE size! Measures: Up to 46" bust, up to 41" waist, up to 47" hips, 47" long from shoulder to hem. Metal side zipper and upper back zip. It's not in perfect condition, but the issues are minor... there are minor spots you will see on inspection and minor pulls. Small shoulder pads. $ 235.
Approx. - SIZE 16/18
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[ORDER ITEM - #5820]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5820 - c. 1980's CARLYE Black Crepe Dress with Lovely Lace Bodice with Dangles and Satin Waistband! Please don't fall in love with this dress unless you are tiny. I know it's painful to realize it won't fit you if you love it. And I mean PAINFUL! You Vintageites will know exactly what I'm sayin'! This dress measures 33" bust, 24" waist, up to 34" hips. Back zipper, and look closely to see the nude fabric under the lace for strength, so the lace won't have the stress. Nice touch! Love the little dangly things above the wide satin waistband. Excellent condition though you will want to take to the dry cleaner for some light spots on the rump. I know they will come out as they got lighter just by rubbing them, but I don't want to rub too hard, so just get cleaned for $15. You can wear as is, as you will likely be wearing in the evening anyway for now. So all you tiny gals... it's priced to sell for you!! $ 385.
Approx. - SIZE 0
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[ORDER ITEM - #5758]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5758 - c. 1970's FIANDACA Couture Black and Hot Pink Chiffon Gown! You don't know Fiandaca? I do, because I lived in Boston for so long, but for the rest of you, here's the info from the Vintage Label Resource: "Political wife dressing became a Fiandaca specialty. He designed for more presidential First Ladies and would-be First Ladies than any other designer, including Lady Bird Johnson, Nancy Reagan, Joan Kennedy, Kitty Dukakis, and Muriel Humphrey. In the 1970s, Fiandaca dressed Louise Fletcher when she won the Academy Award for Best Actress in One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. He had a long list of celebrity clients, including Raquel Welch, Audrey Hepburn, Connie Francis, Lauren Bacall, Julie Andrews, Dionne Warwick, Joan Rivers, Cher, and Oprah. His clients also include many in the social elite. In 1985 Fiandaca designed a dress for Joan Collins to wear on the television show Dynasty. The $3,200 outfit, the most expensive EVER commissioned for TV at that time. It appeared for just 3 ½ minutes! So you are in obviously good company if you wear a Fiandaca gown! This came to me from the estate of a former high-fashion runway model. Black sheer striped gown with hot pink design pint. All this over a sleek black silk jersey gown. Side zipper to waist, open sleeve, oh-so-sexy low "v" back, elastic waist so nearly impossible to measure. 58" long from shoulder to hem. Excellent condition. Shown on a size 6 mannequin. $ 635.
Approx. - SIZE 6ish
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[ORDER ITEM - 5965]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5965 - c. 1970's House of Bianchi Navy Poly "Bridesmaid" Dress! Yes, this was a bridesmaid dress. I only know that because this is a bridal label. And it would have looked so nice coming down the aisle with white flower bouquet to match the white flowers on the sleeves!! Simple shape with very fitted bodice to dropped waist (very hourglass) and then gathered at the upper hipline. The yoke is a white netting. I can just see this as it was likely worn with a simple pearl necklace. The original bridesmaid was quite small ... with NO bust, as this is WAY padded inside (see photos), but certainly the padding can be removed if you want. Measures: 31/32" bust, up to 25/26" waist, 53" long from shoulder to hem. Excellent condition. You might want to attach the flowers a bit tighter, but I'm leaving as is if you want to remove them for any reason. $ 185.
Approx. - SIZE 0
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[ORDER ITEM - #7428]
Click on image for additional photos!# 7428 - c. late 1960s/early 1970s Black Cotton Velveteen "Juliette" Lovebirds Gown! Sometimes I don't know what it is about a gown that just makes me think of a person, or a character... but hey... if nothing else, some psychoanalyst out there will have a great time trying to figure me out! :) So, this gown makes me think of Romeo and Juliette. And perhaps I'm not far off, because thanks to the 1968 movie release of "Romeo and Juliette", the look was all the rage! Anyway, I would have loved this (and still do) and would have begged my Mother to buy it for me!! Black cotton velveteen gown with elastic smocked bodice and elastic at the puffy sleeves. The huge design of lovebirds is on the front, and the same on the back. Love the low square neckline. Excellent condition. Very romantic. Measures: 56" long from shoulder to hem. Hard to measure the rest as the bodice is totally smocked, so will fit a variety of sizes.... perhaps up to a 37/38" bust, but looks equally great on this mannequin at 35" but, and can go smaller. Best for a size Small - Medium. $ 385.
Approx. - SIZE Small - Medium
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[ORDER ITEM - #7434]
Click on image for additional photos!# 7434 - c. 1950's/1960's Black Velvet Bodice Dress with Ivory Satin Skirt and Black Lace Overskirt!! No labels on this dress, but this is not a homemade dress... it's rather a custom made dress by a dressmaker. I know you can't see it in the photos, but there is a sweet little black velvet bow at the front waist on the thin black velvet waistband attached. The only element that makes it look anything other than store bought is a rolled netting at the inner waistline or the attached crinoline. It's possible the crinoline was added later. Whatever... really doesn't have any affect on the exterior which is fantastic! Excellent condition. This is one of those "Wow, where did you find that dress" dress. Measures: 35" bust, up to 28" waist, 40" long from shoulder to hem. Side nylon zipper (so it may have replaced an older zipper). $ 465.
Approx. - SIZE 4/6
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[ORDER ITEM #7301]
Click on image for additional photos!# 7301 - c. early 1980's JERAN DESIGN Deep Blue Beaded Gown! NEVER WORN! You may not know the Jeran name, but long the Hollywood stars of the 1980's and 1990's certainly did! Jeran Design was established in 1980 by Jerry Skeels and Randy McLaughlin. Get it? During the 80's, they developed an impressive following by designing hand-beaded gowns for stars and legends such as Joan Collins, Connie Sellecca, Cheryl Ladd, Heather Locklear, and Vanna White. They also designed for motion pictures, stage and TV. Since Skeels passed away in 2007, McLaughlin devoted his time to the "Graffiti Gown", donating 100% of its proceeds to benefit AIDS causes. The Graffiti Gown has rhinestone signatures of over 340 Hollywood personalities including Katharine Hepburn, Barbra Streisand, Sharon Stone, Bette Davis, Rita Hayworth, Carol Channing, Elizabeth Taylor, Halle Berry, Lana Turner, Angela Lansbury, Shirley Jones, Angela Bassett, Jane Fonda, Whoopi Goldberg, Sophia Loren, and even Mother Teresa! This all-over beaded sheathe gown is one of a few Jeran gowns I will have for sale. This gown was never worn and still has the original price tag of $2,995 (and this was the 1980s price, so that's $7,800 today!!). Blue auroraborealis and clear bugle beads in fantastic design all over net base. Silver bugle bead straps. Excellent condition... you just might want to reinforce the straps as the gown is quite heavy!! Labeled size 10, but that's old sizing. Measures: 36" bust, up to 30" waist, up to 39" hips, 60" long from shoulder to hem. When Bob Mackie gowns were fetching over $5,000 in the 1980's, yet made outside the USA, Jeran gowns were a bit more affordable... and more importantly... MADE IN THE USA!!! $ 965.
Approx. - SIZE 6 TALL
[ORDER ITEM #6641]
Click on image for additional photos!# 6641 - c. 1960's Purple and White Silk Gown with Matching Slightly Trained Coat! Wish I could have photographed this better so you can actually see the sweet little bows at the front of the empire dress and coat! Pretty adorable! Also check out the blue sapphire rhinestone buttons on the coat. Those are worth quite a bit on their own. Love the neckline of the gown.. low, square. Very "Regency / Jane Austen" Era look. Excellent condition for both pieces unless you care about the coat lining which for some reason is all red spotted. Also, gotta mention that the coat has a inner lining of wool batting for some warmth. Interesting! Guess this was meant for a chilly Spring event! Measures: 35/36" bust, up to 30" waist, up to 38" hips (max), 56" long from shoulder to hem in front, 60" long in back of coat. Oh, and if you don't need a GOWN, shorten both to dress and coat! Would still be fab! $ 225.
Approx. - SIZE 6
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[ORDER ITEM #5372]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5372 - c. 1970's RETY COUTURE, 54 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore, Paris Black Velveteen Trench Coat! Classic. Perfect. I don't have to waste my time explaining it as you can see if all from the photos. Wide lapel collar, double-breasted, original buttons, epaulets, tie belt, top stitching, slash pockets, even the lining is detailed with top stitching!! The only thing to even mention is that because this is from the 1970's, it has the 1970's fit... which means tight under the arms and across the back. Nothing wrong, and it helps you stand up straighter! :) This can be worn by me at size 6, but for comfort, I sized it smaller. All depends how you like it and what you wear under. Measures: up to 38" bust, up to 33" waist, up to 40" hips, 43.5" long from shoulder to hem, 23.5" long sleeve from shoulder to cuff. Great quality piece!! Feels like a cotton velveteen. Excellent condition. Wear with jeans or for formal occasion. Perfect for ANYTHING! Also Listed in the Furs, etc. Section. $ 525.
Approx. - SIZE 0/2 - 4
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[ORDER ITEM #5732A]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5732A - late 1960's / early 1970's CORDOBA Suedewear, 134 New Bond Street, London, England Brown Suede "Gucci-look" Vest! Wow.. another Cordoba piece! I found one old photo of a Cordoba, London suede short skirt and jacket from 1967 which sold for approx. ₤20 and ₤44 back then (which according to the historical monetary and inflation calculators would be worth $420 and $917 USD today). This is SO Gucci looking you'd swear it was. Goldtone hardware closure at front with additional hardware on the patch pockets. Trimmed in brown leather. Please note that this is PIG suede... which means it's quite stiff.. but that was what was fashionable. Lambsuede was used more in the 1980s. Shown on size 35" bust mannequin. Only issues are some indentation marks in the suede (stored with the hardware laying on the suede). One spot upper back (see photo) and one mis-threading in the zig-zag (original to the piece). I'm VERY picky so I mention anything that you might question at all!!But I start from near Mint condition and go from there. Not one of those vests with fabric backs... this is meant to be seen front and back! Would look smashing with ivory or camel colored turtleneck and slacks! Very ritzy. $ 345.
Approx. - SIZE 4/6
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[ORDER ITEM #5825]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5825 - 1940's Black Bugle Bead Crepe Peplum Blouse! Hattie Carnegie from Bonwit Teller?? LARGER SIZE! Nice! From the same woman who owned the Gothe gown above. Another classic 1940's shape, this time in a blouse. There is no label left in this blouse, but the owner's daughter is sure she bought it at Bonwit's in NYC and it was a Hattie Carnegie. Small shoulderpads make this either a transitional era from the 1930's or into the 1950's. I haven't decided which is correct, but while I'm bemusing, you can be buying. Wear with a simple skirt, long or short and you have a smashing look! Black crepe fully covered with black bugle beads in the classic serpent design. Love the tapered slightly puffy sleeves (which makes me believe this is more toward the 1930's). Hope you can see the detail at the front, gathered in sunray design at the front seamed waistline at front and back. Side metal zipper. Excellent condition! If there are any beads missing, I can't find anything to mention. The upper back MAY have been open (like a slit up the upper back) originally... looks like it might have been lightly sewn shut. I'm leaving it as found. Measures: up to 42" bust, up to 35" waist, up to 41" hips. $ 365.
Approx. - SIZE 12/14
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[ORDER ITEM - #7172]
Click on image for additional photos!# 7172 - c. 1930's LARGER SIZE Ivory 2-piece Dress with Jacket! And again... for all you who say "Don't you have any larger sizes?" or "I'll never fit into vintage.", I always try to find pretty dresses in larger sizes. Most of the time when I find larger, I don't like the dress.... and I only sell what I like. Hopefully the fact that I'm showing this dress on the larger mannequin will make those of you who have been looking for this to stop in your tracks. I'm sick about the fact that this dress doesn't photograph well, because it's so classy and classic. Simple, basic ivory dress with short sleeves, pleats only at front and back, and an attached embroidered neck "tie". Then comes the matching overjacket... meant to be worn open as you see with no closures. Love the small pockets at the sides, the bell sleeves and the little seaming detail at the upper back. I have to wonder if this was just a great summer outfit, or perhaps used for sporting like crochet or even tennis. Hard to know for sure. I purchased this originally to use in a local production of "The Women", but I loved it so much, I didn't want it to be ruined, so I kept it for you. Measures: up to 44" bust, up to 38" waist, up to 44" hips, 51" long from shoulder to hem. The condition is Excellent with some extreme minor exceptions... there is some "dusty dirt"... I can only call them "phantom marks". You will hardly see them, but I like to tell you everything. Oh, and the original belt is missing, but any will do, or none. Also listed in the 1850-1930s Section. $ 325.
Approx. - SIZE 12/14
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[ORDER ITEM - #5807]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5807 - c. early 1950's WORTH of Wellesley Black Taffeta and Velveteen Ballgown! Yeah, I know... but don't get excited about the Worth label on this gown. It was actually from a now closed clothing boutique in Wellesley, MA called Worth... no connection with the House of Worth. OK, now that that is explained, now we can just get on with the beautiful gown itself. Fairly simple... and simply elegant! Rayon black taffeta (fairly substantial weight) appliqued with black cotton velveteen in a sort of modified curvy "fleur-de-lis" design. The skirt on this gown is massive!! 280" around hemline!!! I'm showing this over my largest hoop, and as you can see, it's STILL could go larger!!! Love the "V" waistline at front, and the wide round neckline... and the placement of the velvet at the bodice creating a "corset" look. Measures: 35/36" bust, up to 26" waist. Side metal zipper. Excellent condition. $ 685.
Approx. - SIZE 4/6
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[ORDER ITEM - #7395A]
Click on image for additional photos!$ 365.
Approx. - SIZE 4/6
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[ORDER ITEM - #7164]
Click on image for additional photos!# 7164 - c. 1950's Nassau, The Bahamas Vacation Dress! I always seek out unique "novelty" items! Anything that just makes you smile. Bringing a bit of whimsy or fun in your wardrobe, though they still have to be attractive enough to wear. So how cool is this! A simple white printed linen dress with "postcards" of Nassau, the Bahamas hotels, transportation and history lessons. As I lifted from some website, "From those halcyon days – when Nassau was a top destination for affluent sailors, powerboaters and game fishermen." SO sad that most all of these hotels are now gone. But this might just be the right dress for some of you with fond memories of these places. Measures: up to 34/35" bust, up to 31" waist, up to 42" hips, 42" long from shoulder to hem, and 16" from shoulder to waist, but stills sits a bit short-waisted - which isn't a problem, and if you are long waisted, you just wear a belt to bring down to your waist. NOTE: I'm 34" bust, 26" waist, 38" hips, and it looks great on me as well! So you don't have to be the larger size above for this to fit beautifully. Not true with many pieces. May have been homemade, but nicely done.
For some reason I forgot to photograph the back, but it's nearly exactly the same as the front, with a back metal zipper. The dress has a waist seam for shape, otherwise it's just a sheath. Excellent condition. Unlined for warm weather. And unhemmed as you see, so will need to hem up where you want. Under $150 so Final Sale Item. Also Listed in the Under $150 Category.$ 145.
Approx. - Approx. size 6-8, small busted 10
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[ORDER ITEM - #4662]
Click on image for additional photos!# 4662 - c. 1980's UNGARO Parallele, Paris, Fabricated and Made in Italy Quilted Floral "Impressionist" Suit with Peplum Jacket! So hard to photograph prints as the details disappear, but I've photographed the jacket alone so you can see the unique peplum below the black "v" piping at front, sides and back. Nehru collar, puffed sleeves, button front jacket with very fitted "wiggle walk" pencil skirt. Obviously you can wear this as a suit, but don't forget you can split these up to wear separately for a tamer look. But for those of you who just LOVE the attention, just strut your stuff with platform shoes and ... oh hell... go crazy and wear with a hat! :) I love what I read of Emanuel Ungaro (from the Fashion Encyclopedia): "Toward the end of the 1970s, Ungaro began to experiment with the then-taboo mixing of textures and prints, of which he has become the master. With the advantage of textile designer Sonia Knapp's artistic fabric designs, the look evolved into more painterly, impressionistic florals, abstract smears, luminous colors." And I read this AFTER I used the word "Impressionist" in my description. It's like wearing a combination Matisse/Monet. Probably a cotton mix fabric. Near Mint condition. Measures: up to 38" bust, 26/27" waist skit, up to 36" hips, 20" long skirt, 24" long jacket at longest. $ 475.
Approx. - SIZE 4/6
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[ORDER ITEM - #5433]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5433 - c. 1960s RICHARD COLE "Audrey" Linen LBD (Little Black Dress) with Upper Back Cutouts! This is one of those sweet fitted sheathe dresses from the front, and it's not until you turn your back on him that he can't resist! :) No illusion netting or anything... this is just open at the back with those "edgy" long pointed cutouts ending in the wide boat neck. Black linen dress (nubby), with back metal zipper. I've lightened some photos so you can see the detailing of the tailoring. Excellent condition. This dress came from the estate of a 1960s runway model! So if you're looking for that ultimate "Audrey" dress...this is one of those dresses you'll be happy to have in your closet as your "to go" favorite. Note: not an easy dress for a bra under, so either you'll need to get a long line low back bra, one sewn in, or go without. Measures: 36-38" bust, 26/27" waist, 41" long from shoulder to hem. $ 445.
Approx. - SIZE 6/8
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[ORDER ITEM - #6786]
Click on image for additional photos!# 6786 - c. early 1980's OSCAR de la RENTA Hot Pink Silk Taffeta 2-piece "Spanish" Accordion Pleated Ruffled Gown! From just about the time that Princess Diana got married (c. 1981) as this gown has the same huge balloon sleeves and ruffled cuffs... though frankly this gown is even more elaborate that Diana's wedding gown!!! Ruffles everywhere! It's a long wrap "sarong" skirt with tulip shape and edged ruffles all around and up the skirt side. Then the wrap bodice also edged ruffles that frame the neckline and down the WAY low cut bodice (you'll need to wear something under or add a snap or two at front), fitted waist and very pleated peplum with the balloon sleeves and huge ruffled cuffs. This outfit weighs nothing... very lightweight fabric. I assume it was worn with a belt or tie sash at waist, but nothing currently with it. Near Mint condition! Can't find anything wrong. May have been a runway piece or model piece as the Oscar de la Renta label has Oriental writing on both pieces, along with a handwritten number. Measures: 34-37" bust (wrap), 26-28" waist (wrap), 41-45" long from waist to hem skirt. A very special Oscar de la Renta piece! I mean... 2-piece! :) $ 865.
Approx. - SIZE 6/8
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[ORDER ITEM - #5336]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5336 - c. 1970s PAULENE TRIGERE Red and Black Wool Maxidress! Yeah, I suppose you could call this a gown and wear it to the ground as I show in the photos, but it was likely a maxidress length and worn with boots for those "rich hippie gals". :) Please take a look at the close-up photos to see the incredible open weave wool fabric. I don't know what it would be called, so just look please. Then I don't have to spend hours trying to research it (or perhaps one of you fashion grads can help me out here?). There is some interesting tailoring in this gown, so again... please look at the photos. Wear with or without a belt. Measures: 35-38" bust (some stretch), up to 31" waist, up to 40" hips, 54" long from shoulder to hem. Back zipper. Excellent condition. $ 235.
Approx. - SIZE 6/8
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[ORDER ITEM - #5340]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5340 - c. 1970s PAULENE TRIGERE Black, Gray and White Wool Plaid and Striped Maxigown! Yeah, I suppose you could call this a gown and wear it to the ground as I show in the photos, but it was likely a maxidress length and worn with boots for those "rich hippie gals". :) From the same estate as the Trigere gown above, she obviously loved this look! Please look at the close-up photos to see the open weave of this wool. Wear with or without a belt, and this would look fab with a huge chunky short necklace. Measures: 35-38" bust (some stretch), up to 31" waist, up to 47" hips, 56" long from shoulder to hem. Back zipper. Excellent condition. $ 225.
Approx. - SIZE 6/8
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[ORDER ITEM - #6881]
Click on image for additional photos!# 6881 - c. 1950s JOSEPH MAGNIN Black Silk Cocktail Dress with Attached Overskirt! All you're gonna need is a pair of black stiletto heels and a martini glass for your next Mad Men party! :) Oh, and perhaps a longline strapless bra ... if you need a bra. I have to say, my new best friend was the "bra lady" at Saks who was able to find me the perfect bra for one of my fancy dresses within 10 minutes.... when it probably would have taken me 4 hours (I'm not an easy fit). Sexy sheer chiffon yoke, sleeves and low "v" back. Look at the close-up photos to see the great "u" tailoring of the underbust!! You might think Dior. This dress is in Great condition but does have two minor flaws (see last two photos)... there is one pull in sleeve near the cuff, and one pull of the fabric at the seam. Oh, and it's BLACK... the photo can look slightly blue on some monitors. Priced to sell!!!! Think fast! :) $ 285.
Approx. - SIZE 6
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[ORDER ITEM - #5332]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5332 - c. 1970's TEAL TRAINA, New York Metallic Woven "Ethnic" Wool Bodice Gown with Matching Bolero and Original Belt! I hate to even mention something like this, but this outfit would look just as great shortened to a dress length. Please don't tell anyone I said this!! Because it's totally blasphemous to say something like that about a vintage designer piece, and I would never be the one to take a needle and thread or scissor to any vintage piece.... but hey .... I'm just sayin'. As you can see it's a elephant gray wool bodice dress with mock turtleneck and long sleeves, and wonderful metallic woven "ethnic" patterned gathered skirt with the original red belt with metallic braid detail and 4 drops. This can be worn with or without the matching short bolero jacket which only closes with the gold braid frog at front. Back zipper. Measures: 34/35" bust, 25/26" waist, 54" long from shoulder to hem, 15" from shoulder to waist. Excellent condition with just one teeny tiny moth nip in the back collar (see photo). Luckily the moth decided to find something it liked! $ 325.
Approx. - SIZE 4/6
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[ORDER ITEM #5052]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5052 - c. 1980's AKRIS of SWITZERLAND 4-piece Suit of Light Blue Fine Wool with Skirt, Coat and Silk Blouse with Separate Scarf! Great label! "Akris was founded in 1922 but grew significantly in 1944 producing "high quality but undistinguished" clothing. In 1980, Akris' new designer, Albert, became increasingly conscious of the quality of its design and is now "known for his creative flair and demand for uncompromising quality". In 1995, Akris also introduced a somewhat less expensive, younger-looking line called Akris Punto. In the 2000s, the company was one of the world's fastest-growing designer brands, becoming one of the top sellers at stores such as Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus." OK, now reading this, you see that Akris Punto is the LOWER priced line... and if you look at the high prices of those pieces online, you will see what this likely cost new!!! An Akris jacket alone costs $4,000 now!!!!! And a blouse like this would be $1,000+! SO, that makes this likely an $8,000- $10,000 outfit new! Lovely soft light blue wool skirt with matching open front coat and matching silk blouse with separate tie to wear however you like... I show as a bow. Angelina Jolie is one of the top stars to wear Akris today. In wonderful condition with just a few minor tiny spots (see photos) and a bit of dirt along one coat cuffs (see photo). I'm sure these can be cleaned up with just a spot clean, but I always leave it to the buyer (as I don't have time). Shown on a size 6 mannequin with 35" bust, 26" waist, 36" hips, 21" long skirt. More measurements coming. Terrific Spring outfit!! Or wear all the pieces with other separates... the gorgeous color will look fabulous with many pieces already in your closet, I am sure! For the cost of one blouse, you get the whole outfit! $ 685.
Approx. - SIZE 6
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[ORDER ITEM #5484]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5484 - c. late 1960's/early 1970's GEORGE HALLEY, New York Black Wool Dress With Low Back and Black Velvet Trim! With Original Black Velvet Bolero! This dress with original black silk velvet jacket came to me directly from George Halley himself! He is still designing for his friends, and through the years has kept some of his favorite pieces. I was lucky enough to spend a bit of time with him... and can tell you, he is a lovely man! This is one of his "high-end" pieces... his slightly lower-end pieces had the "Claudia by George Halley" label. This is not an itchy wool, but a fine quality mid-weight wool.... and yes, it's black.. the photos were lightened so you can see the details. Empire waistline in front which lowers slightly in the open low back with two sweet bows! There is a wide band of black silk velvet around the portion of the skirt. Frankly I like the dress best without the bolero jacket, but it comes with it, so hey! :) Measures: 35" bust, up to 27" empire waist (3.5" above natural waist), up to 40" hips, 40" long from shoulder to hem. Excellent condition with just the most minor, light, small dusty spots and extremely small minor velvet crush (see last photo). Oh, and if you don't know him George Halley was an American Designer who won the Coty Award in 1968. Prior to starting his own line, he worked with Charles James! $ 365.
Approx. - SIZE 6
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[ORDER ITEM #5475]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5475 - c. 1970's LILLI DIAMOND Navy Sheer Gown with Gold Metallic Design! LARGER SIZE! I never would have guessed this to be a Lilli Diamond! So I guess I can still be surprised. Navy sheer straight gown with ruffled hemline and sleeve cuffs covered and edged in glittering gold metallic design. Looks like something Michaele Salahi (you know... of the famous White House Crashers ... the Salahis!) would love to wear to her next event crashing. The long dress has the original navy slip under and the original matching belt. Excellent condition exterior. The navy silk lining is discolored under arms... which barely shows through.. just a smidge (you won't see it unless you are looking), and there is some stressed seams in the slip only. Measures: 40" bust, up to 36" waist, 52" long from shoulder to hem. Marked size 14. Wear with or without the belt... but I only show with the belt (sorry, it's just that I look lousy in straight dresses, so I went with my preference). $ 245.
Approx. - SIZE 12/14
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[ORDER ITEM #7267]
Click on image for additional photos!# 7267 - c. 1990's GIORGIO ARMANI Black Label Black Silk One-Shouldered Dress! Certainly worth over $2,500 new. This is the black label... top of the line (unless you include the couture Prive label where the items can cost over $50,000). Uniquely wonderful design. The one shoulder can be worn twisted or not fully twisted to create slightly different looks. There is extra material inserts at the sides for a draped look. Sexy!! Gorgeous!! Fabulously created with an internal built in bustier. This will be your "go to" LBD in your closet. Guaranteed! (OK, perhaps not guaranteed as I don't know you, but hell, it would be for me so I'm taking a leap of faith). Side invisible zipper. Labeled size 42 (though I don't know why, as it's certainly NOT a US 12!). Measures: 34" bust, 25" waist, 35" from waist to hem. Near Mint condition.
$ 945.
Approx. - SIZE 2/4
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[ORDER ITEM #5452]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5452 - c. 1980's ANN LAWRENCE Yellow Taffeta Beaded Butterfly Party Dress with Original One Cuffed Shawl! The dress is so sweet! Strapless fully beaded and sequined bodice with the dropped waist (for a great shape) and short yellow pouf skirt. Then to top it all off, is the original 3-D butterfly attached. Excellent condition. Now, just so you know what you are buying... I always try to find out what items might have cost when new... and found a plain, non-beaded (and not very attractive) 1980's Ann Lawrence dress listed elsewhere with the original Neiman Marcus tags still on.... with the original price of $790 !! SO, gals... this dress with beading would have easily cost twice that at at least $1,500 new!! And these are 1980 prices, so that would be over $3,000 today!!! Measures: 35/36" bust, up to 27" waist. Marked size 8 (yup, an old size 8). The label is off this dress, but I had the EXACT same dress with the label, so I photographed that label. I stake my life on the fact that it's an Ann Lawrence. Good enough?
$ 385.
Approx. - SIZE 6
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[ORDER ITEM #5033]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5033 - c. 1980's SHARAGANO, Paris Black Wool Jacket with Huge Gold Zipper Pull! Seems that the name Sharagano, Paris is still around, but from the few pieces I've seen, the quality today is NOT the same as it was when this jacket was born! Like with so many designers or manufacturers... quality can deteriorate over the years. So... do yourself a favor and buy the pieces with character, design, and fine workmanship. Check this piece out. Wouldn't Chanel love it? That large "C" gold studded zipper pull at front! :) Great original gold buttons as well on front and sleeves and gold metal zipper. Measures: up to 40" bust, up to 34" waist, up to 40" hips, 25" long from shoulder to hem. Sleeves are the right length on me, but I'm 5'2", so they might be a bit short for you tall gals. Fully lined. Has shoulderpads, of course, as it's from the 1980s!
$ 385.
Approx. - SIZE 10, perhaps 12
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[ORDER ITEM #4252]
Click on image for additional photos!# 4252 - c. 1989 PATRICIA RHODES Soft Brown Wool Jersey Knit Dress with "Obi"! Never Worn! With Original Price Tag of $1,160! Remember now, this was the price in 1989... so that means (according to the inflation calculator) just over $2,000 in today's dollars! I wish you could see this "obi" or wide stiff cummerbund in person. I can't tell you what the shiny paisley material is... very very different... with some soutache appliqued over. Unique to say the least. Sexy low cut "v" neckline! Substantial dress. Measures: up to 40" bust, up to 33" waist, up to 41" hips, 41" long from shoulder to hem. Labeled size 12 which seems about right. Shoulderpads, of course, as it's from the 1980s! Priced to sell! Excellent condition with just one teeny, tiny moth nip (see photo) just about the "obi"... easily fixed to perfect by invisible weaver for a few dollars.
$ 295.
Approx. - SIZE 12
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[ORDER ITEM #5338]
Click on image for additional photos!#5338 - c. late 1960's GEOFFREY BEENE Black Wool Empire Gown! I know there are Beene-buyers out there! Yup, those who collect only Geoffrey Beene. I know because I've heard them asking vintage dealers... going from dealer to dealer saying, "Do you have any Beenes"? And I don't think they were looking for Jelly Bellys or Baked Beans! :) So... now I just need them to find this on my website because I think they will love this Geoffrey Beene dress of such a great design. Long black wool dress fully buttons up the front with self-covered buttons. Gorgeous low scoop neckline, slightly puffed shoulders, black satin trim at cuffs and separate belt at empire waistline. Love it! Excellent condition. I will be getting this piece dry-cleaned just prior to selling as it's been in storage for many, many years so she's just asking me for a "freshening". And she's so cute, I can't refuse her! Measures: 34" bust, 28" underbust, 30" waist, up to 44" hips, 54" long from shoulder to hem. $ 465.
Approx. - SIZE 10
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[ORDER ITEM #7156]
Click on image for additional photos!# 7156 - c. 1969/1970 BILL TICE Royal Robes Metallic Hostess Gown! 1974 COTY AWARD Winner for Lingerie/Loungewear! Bill Tice got a start in the mid-1960's, and by 1969, he was a vice president of Royal Robes! He also designed for Malcolm Starr and Swirl, a company that produced many of his most popular designs. The hallmark of his approach was to use rich colors and silks, giving at-home wear a less casual look, and of all the Bill Tice pieces I've seen, this tops them all!! Exquisite metallic brown and gold plaid trimmed in gold braid at the "v" neckline and zips up the front (as any good hostess gown does)... and frankly it's the only way you would know this to be "loungewear" rather than a formal evening gown! Even has the little touch of "bling" rhinestones! Cuffed sleeves. Excellent condition. Measures: up to 39" bust, up to 30" waist, 17" long from shoulder to waist (slightly longwaisted), 58" long from shoulder to hem. Just an awesome piece for the Bill Tice collectors out there (and I know you exist!)! This is probably one of his very early pieces as geo-prints and metallics are all over the pages of Vogue in 68/69. Also Listed in the Lingerie Category. $ 685.
Approx. - SIZE 10
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[ORDER ITEM #5058]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5058 - c. 1980's LUCIANO BARBERA, Made in Italy Cashmere Blend Double Breasted "Boyfriend" Jacket! I call this a boyfriend jacket because that is how they (they, the editors of the magazines) are selling these today. Back in the 1980's, it was just a regular shape for a jacket. Very classic. Double-breasted, lapels, slit pockets, padded shoulders. Beautifully made and material as you would expect from Luciano Barbera. A new Luciano Barbera cashmere jacket will cost you $2850! Really! I just looked!! So, save yourself $2400 and put a downpayment on a car! :) I'd suggest a Maserati if you're wearing this. That's how classy you'll look! $ 345.
Approx. - SIZE 6/8
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LI, NY SOCIALITE ESTATE
[ORDER ITEM #5368A]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5368A - c. 1980's YVES SAINT LAURENT, Rive Gauche, Paris Black Moire Jacket with Beaded "Chanel Chain" Trim! I've lightened the photos of this jacket to try to show you the great moire design of the black jacket. Love the shape with the nipped in waist and "v" hemline! Large rhinestone button at front and 3 on each sleeve! But the most wonderful detail is what looks at first glance to be a "Chanel" type chain trim... but it's actually beads sewn to appear as a chain! Huh? Groovy yes? And always in style!! If Yves Saint Laurent isn't good enough, everyone will certainly believe this to be a fancy Chanel! You can tell them anything you want. :) So now for the reason it's this price. There is minor fading down the sleeve. Wear it for the evening and no one will know. Labeled size 38. Measures: 21-24" long from shoulder to hem ("v" front). $ 185.
Approx. - SIZE 6/8
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[ORDER ITEM #5443A]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5443A - c. late 1940's Lenari Designed, New York Black "New Look" Plush Fancy Coat! I wish I knew the name of this great fabric. It's probably a wool and mohair blend with an incredible sheen. Very similar to the "Imported from France" fabrics used for the Lilli Ann Coats of the same era. VERY well made. VERY high quality!! Near Mint condition! Fabulous black braided trim double collar to wear up or down, and faceted jet black square buttons. Wide "circle" skirt with wide balloon-type sleeves with tighter cuffs (so you can push them up your arm a bit if you like). This coat would look terrific with a belt as well. This is what you can't find today in the stores. QUALITY! I can't stress that enough! Am I using enough exclamation points?? Pockets at sides. Measures: up to 39" bust, up to 33" waist, 43" long from shoulder to hem. Also Listed in the Furs, etc. Section. $ 645.
Approx. - SIZE 6, perhaps 8/10 (depending what you wear under)
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[ORDER ITEM #6784]
Click on image for additional photos)# 6784 - c. 1970's Bonwit Teller "GALANOS" Museum Deaccessioned High Quality Silk Paisley Gown with Matching Overdress! Wow, just a few hours up on the website and I have the answer as to the designer of these gowns! Galanos! No surprise... I knew from the fabric and construction alone that it was some high-end designer! I'm showing the photo of a similar Galanos gown with a label found to confirm. However, on this set, only the Bonwit Teller label remains on the long-sleeved gown. This gown and the overdress both have museum tags, and came as a "set". I wish I could explain this, but I can't! I'm assuming this was two hostess gowns. The gown itself has a very high round neckline, long sleeves, pockets at the sides, and a slit up the side, lined in the expensive sheer gauze, and bound seams. However, then there is a matching low-necked, spaghetti strapped gown totally cut up the sides with just three small frog closures at side, so it basically just hangs off the shoulders as an open long tunic. Someone suggested that the overdress was worn OVER the other gown, but if so, you can't see it at all as it totally blends with the other, AND it covers the pockets, so that can't be correct. I have to assume that this overdress tunic was worn with hostess pants under (either flowing or tight cigarette.... either would be great). So I guess this is just two hostess gowns. Measures: 35" bust, up to 30" waist, up to 37" hips, 57" long from shoulder to hem. Back zipper. The overdress will fit just about anyone! I show one photo with a belt... doesn't come with it... just to show you what it might look like.
$ 685. for both pieces
Approx. - SIZE 6 gown, SIZE S/M/L for Overdress
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[ORDER ITEM #1694]
Click on image for additional photos!# 1694 - c. early 1960's Black Sequin Gown with Diagonal Black Tiny Beaded Fringe! Yowsa! Take a simple black silk tank sheathe gown, cover the entire thing in black sequins, and then (as if that's not enough) you string teeny-tiny black round beads into fringe, and place in a zig-zag pattern on front and back! These dresses and gowns were very popular in the 1960s. You can just imagine Marilyn Monroe wiggling in her black stilettos across a stage in this kind of number! :) Back metal zipper. Measures: up to 39" bust, up to 33" waist, up to 42" hips, 51" long from shoulder to hem (not necessarily meant to be worn to ground.. you should be showing off your fancy heels! :) Fully lined in silk. Weighs over 4 pounds!!!!!!!! You won't have to life weights on the days you wear this gown! :) Very good to excellent condition. There is minor sequin/bead loss, but you will have to look carefully... and who is going to do that with all this dazzle going on! I only wish you could see this move. Back slit to help you walk.
$ 645.
Approx. - SIZE 10, perhaps 12
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[ORDER ITEM #6783]
Click on image for additional photos!# 6783 - c. August, 1971 MOLLIE PARNIS BOUTIQUE, New York from Bergdorf Goodman With Original Owner's Name James D. Timmons! I have to assume that the original owner was Mrs. Timmons, but hey, who knows... can you just imagine the looks on the faces of the sales ladies from Bergdorf in the 1970s if they had a crossdresser in their dressing room! Oh lordy-lord! :) So, let's just assume it was the little Mrs. instead. This dress is in terrific condition... looks like perhaps only worn once. Black netting fully embroidered with "deco" design of silvery/white floss then studded with silver round and square metal studs, all over a black underdress - everywhere but the sleeves. Sweet little matching "belt" attached and tiny high collar. Certainly a dress that evokes the era! And I just LOVE when they have the exact dates (Thank you Bergdorfs!) for the fashion history lesson alone. Measures: 34/35" bust, up to 25" waist, 46" long from shoulder to hem. Back nylon zipper. I could practically call it mint condition, though there is minor dirt (ring around the collar) inside the neck.
$ 385.
Approx. - SIZE 4
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[ORDER ITEM #5326]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5326 - c. 1967/68 CASTILLO Boutique, Paris Execute Par Mendes Yellow Lace "Tent" Dress! From 1950 to 1963, Antonio Canovas Del Castillo was the designer of the Lanvin women's collection. After that, from 1964 to 1969, Castillo headed his own couture house in Paris. In 1971, Antonio Castillo won the Academy Award in costume design for the film Nicholas and Alexandra (one of my all time favorites!) He also designed costumes for the Metropolitan Opera and Broadway shows. This dress came to me from the estate of clothing which includes YSL and many other high-end designers. This is what the rich girls were wearing in the 1960s! The rest of us were still shopping at E.J.Korvettes! :) Yellow lace tent dress over a yellow silk lining. As simple as you can get, but remember how "mod" and wonderful this would have looked on those mod-haired girls of the era! She could have worn it with simple Vivier shoes, or gone wild with white vinyl boots! Might also have been worn with a chain belt (yup, I remember my first "grown up dress" in 1968 very similar to this worn with that hiphuggin' chain belt). Excellent condition with just one small spot on back of one sleeve likely cleanable. Back zipper. Measures: The underdress (slip) measures: 37" bust, up to 38" waist, up to 40" hips... however, I'm 34" bust, and 38" hips, and it feels like it shouldn't go much higher than that, perhaps 35" bust and really I'd stick with up to 38" hips so you can sit. 3/4 length sleeves. The shoulders measure about 16" across, the upper back about 15" across, and the length from shoulder to hem is 39". It's really more adorable on me than on the mannequin (and that NEVER happens!!!). $ 345.
Approx. - SIZE 6
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[ORDER ITEM #5190A]
Click on image for additional photos!#5190A - c. 1980's Silver Lame Blouse! Damn, there's no label on this blouse, but I can guarantee you this is some fabulous designer piece! This is a listing JUST for the blouse, the black leather skirt is being sold separately. Oh, and that "belt" is just a black satin ribbon that I used for the photo, so again, it's just the blouse. Got it? :) But what a blouse!! This came to me from the estate of a top runway model from the 1950's and 1960's. I've sold many of her pieces in the past, and I know the quality of the goods. This particular blouse doesn't have the label, but DOES have an attached tag that reads "339B Blouse, Silver Dappled Lame" and then on the other side is "1100 -" which looks to be an original price. You judge... the photos are attached. Certainly the quality is terrific. Measures: up to 40" bust, up to 32" waist, 23" long from shoulder to hem. There is a gathered waist, high "scrunchy" neck, shoulder pads, and wide sleeves with cuffs, faceted black buttons at back. Near Mint condition. Without a label I can only justify the price for the beauty, quality and condition... but if you are lucky and can find out the original designer, you win! :) Especially if it WAS $1100 new in the 80s!! $ 285.
Approx. - SIZE 8/10
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[ORDER ITEM #5193A]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5193A - c. 1980's NOVIELLO-BLOOM Black Leather Skirt! This came to me from the estate of a top runway model from the 1950's and 1960's. I've sold many of her pieces in the past, and I know the quality of the goods. Terrific black calfskin leather (soft and lovely) in a great shape with high 2" waist with 3" wide belt loops (no belt comes with it). Measures: 30" waist, up to 38" hips, 27" long from waist to hem. Near Mint condition on the exterior, but for some reason the hem of the lining was cut, so that lining should be rehemmed. A black leather skirt is a staple for your wardrobe. Trust me! :) So... you can buy a new Donna Karan leather skirt for $1895 at Bergdorf's, or you can still get that quality for a lot less here!
$ 385.
Approx. - SIZE 8/10
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[ORDER ITEM #4333]
Click on image for additional photos!# 4333 - c. 1993 GIVENCHY NOUVELLE BOUTIQUE, Paris Black Silk Velvet Sheath Dinner Dress with Sleeves of Black and Red Embroidered Taffetas, Appliqued with Black Velvet Flowers with Jet Centers! Whew, that was a long title! But I wanted you to have all the info you need upfront because there's really nothing else to say. There it is! Anything else I'll have to make up.... like... hmmm.... you can wear with a great short necklace (duh!) and perhaps a belt (double duh!) and killer red shoes (oh come on, it must be late as I'm just blabbing). Perhaps I should just let you look at the dress, and the close up photos of the sleeves. Measures: 36" bust, up to 30" waist, up to 37" hips, 34" long from shoulder to hem. Small shoulder pads. Near Mint condition. Givenchy retired in in 1996 with his Spring/Summer RTW collection, so this dress is still a true Hubert de Givenchy.
$ 435.
Approx. - SIZE 8/10
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[ORDER ITEM #6726]
Click on image for additional photos!# 6726 - c. 2000's ALBERTO MAKALI, New York, Paris, Milano Black Draped Bustier with Beading! Yeah, I know... I'm supposed to be selling antique and vintage items... but every once in a while, I get carried away with some really great new piece. I envision all sorts of things you can do with this! A strapless bustier, wrapped at the front with a long drape with a "spray" of small black beads. That's it! So, I'm thinking you can wear as is, or you can turn it into a halter top with matching or other color scarf or ribbon. Or you can make straps with ribbons, or you can wear with ultra short bolero, or you can.... loads of things!! Dress up, dress down. Whatever you want. A bit too small for this mannequin, so the side zipper will zip up all the way on you (not her - she needs to go on a diet). Measures: 33/34" bust, 28" waist. Mint condition. Marked size 4. Under $150 so final sale.
$ 145.
Approx. - SIZE 4/6
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[ORDER ITEM #5410]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5410 - c. 2000's TEMPERLEY, London Embroidered and Sequined Net Dress! OK, I know it's not vintage... but here's the question... would you prefer to spend about $2,500 for your new Temperley, London sequin trimmed net embroidered dress at a prestigious department store (note: the similar wedding gown of theirs sells for $4,945!)? OR would you prefer to buy it at about 75% off?? Doesn't it make more sense to by it here? Never worn, so it's exactly what you'd get in that store, but I was lucky enough that someone wanted to let this go (I've love to know the story behind that... ex-lover bought her the dress and she can't look at it anymore? Hmmm???). You can feel bad for her, but meanwhile you can snap up her incredible dress! :) GREAT open back! Check it out!! 3-layer skirt. Excellent condition, though there are some marks at the side seams that you might want to have your seamstress just stitch those seams a bit straighter. The minor sequin loss is so minor as to not be worth mentioning (and no more that if the dress was hanging around the shop). Measures: up to 38" bust, up to 30" waist, up to 43" hips. 40" long from shoulder to hem. Marked size 8 (contemporary size). Ecru netting with coral embroidery with gold sequins and black beads all over a SO SOFT satin lining. Feels GREAT on! Side zip.
$ 625.
Approx. - SIZE 8
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[ORDER ITEM #5061]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5061 - c. 1980's GIORGIO ARMANI, Made in Italy, Bergdorf Goodman on the Plaza, New York Black Label Light Gray Suede Jacket! You know that the black label is the best, top-of-the-line Armani, right? Well, you know now! :) This jacket came from a Long Island woman who only bought the best. I just Google searched "Armani black label suede jacket" and saw a price of $3,675! Yikes! This is a wonderful thin lambsuede in a barely there light gray color. Buttons up the front. Small shoulder pads. Measures: 34" bust, up to 30" waist, best for up to 36" hips (you can be larger, but it will open at the front), 29" long from shoulder to hem. Excellent condition but you will want to get it cleaned at a suede dry-cleaner - as the cuffs are a bit dirty and there is one round spot on the bust and one minor one on the back (see photos), or I will do it, and the price will be $100 higher. Marked size 40. Still has the extra button inside.
$ 285.
Approx. - SIZE 2/4
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[ORDER ITEM #6377]
Click on image for additional photos!# 6377 - c. 1980's GIVENCHY, Paris "LBD" of Black Heavy Silk with Black Velvet Appliques! Yowza. Told you I bought some great little black dresses for you! How's this? Sweet Givenchy dress with lovely "Jessica Rabbit" bustline (OK, perhaps not nearly as sexy as she wore it!), dropped waistline, fitted bodice and box pleated skirt... all edges in adorable black velvet flowers. Faux button back just as cute as the front. Excellent condition. The only thing that I might mention is that this might have had straps that are now gone. Still stays up if you are the right bust size, but doesn't have a mid-bodice stay, so that's what gives me the hint. So get creative if you want. Simple ribbon straps will do. Halter it, or spaghetti strap it, or heck, a diagonal strap! Or again... just wear as you see it. Measures: 34" bust, up to 28" waist, 34" upper hip (or dropped waistline).
$ 745.
Approx. - SIZE 6
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[ORDER ITEM #6444]
Click on image for additional photos!# 6444 - c. 1980's CURIEL COUTURE Gray Wool Coat with Matching Short Sleeved Dress! Exceptionally made! No surprise... as Curiel is known for luxury! Gigliola Curiel, was the first Italian designer to be carried "exclusively" at Bergdorf Goodman in the 1950's - 1960's, and the Curiel tradition continues to this day! "I create luxury", says Raffealla Curiel. Her couture, can run to $45,000 per dress. Her demi-couture ready-to-wear day dresses range from $2,500 - $3,500 and to $8,000 for evening gowns, and her suits from $3,000 - $6,000! The materials are real haute couture fabrics. A textured gray wool lined set in gray silk simple shift dress with matching coat. As classy as you can get. Hmmm, like a flashback to the 1960s, you'd think it was if not for the smallish shoulder pads and the fabulousness of the fabric and especially the incredible feeling silk satin lining on both coat and dress. You'll want to wear it naked under! Measures: DRESS: up to 38" bust, up to 38" hips, 38" long. COAT: up to 40" bust, up to 34" waist, up to 40" hips, 39" long from shoulder to hem. Condition: This price is unheard of for Curiel Couture, and it's only due to a few pesky little moths. So you will want to take the dress (and perhaps the coat) to a tailor who specializes in invisible weaving. There is only one nip (not hole) on the upper right back of the coat, so the coat is near Excellent condition. The dress is a different matter.... there is one small hole on the upper right bust, and a few other nips below that (see photos). The small hole will absolutely need to be fixed to be worn, so basically you are buying the coat and getting the dress for free. I just hate selling items that aren't perfect, but every once in a while I have to allow you the opportunity to buy items at greatly reduced prices. However, I may decide to bring these to the re-weaver myself, and therefore, the price will be increased to reflect the fact that it will look near perfect. Oh, and again... remember, if perfect it's worth up to $3,000 - 6,000! $ 165.
Approx. - SIZE 8/10
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[ORDER ITEM #7020]
Click on image for additional photos!# 7020 - c. 1960's HELEN BOND CARRUTHERS Brown "Autumn Leaves" Cashmere Sweater! I'm sure you already know all this, but Helen Bond Carruthers are among the most highly sought after cashmere collectibles. Most are highly decorated with embroidery, applique, and beads, and often the entire sweater is covered decorations taken from all kinds of old textiles, including embroidered Chinese shawls, and were then appliqued to the sweaters. They originally sold for quite a high price of $150 at the time, and were sold to those who could afford them, including celebrities like Elizabeth Taylor who bought ten at a time! And wore one on the cover of a magazine. I assume that you already know that "HBC" sweaters can command huge prices at auction! This brown cashmere sweater is different from most with the autumn leaves design front and back. There are some small moth holes that you will see if you hold up to the light. This sweater had been worn and loved, so the cuffs might have been tighter when new, but at this price, it's the look you are getting! And what a look!!! These are a bit short-waisted (as was the style). Measures: 34/35" bust, 25/26" waist. I have two of these Helen Bond Carruthers sweaters in my own closet. Neither of mine are in perfect condition either. About the same as this one... and I just LOVE wearing them! For the compliments alone!! :) :) :)
$ 245.
Approx. - SIZE XS/S
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[ORDER ITEM #6996]
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# 6996 - c. 1940's/1950's Sweetest 2-Piece Spring Green Linen Halter "Dress" with Pink Soutache Trim! I adore this set! Maybe because when I was growing up, my Mother let us pick out the colors for our bedrooms. My older sister chose lavender, my twin chose yellow, and for 18 years, I had light pink walls and spring green carpet! Yup, this outfit would have disappeared in my room...totally camouflaged! But I bet you love this just as much as I, without my childhood memories, eh? Mid-weight linen. Side metal zipper on bodice. Halter ties behind neck to adjust as necessary. Side metal zipper on skirt. Wear the bodice in or out. Fabulous 3-D pink soutache on skirt and all over waistband, edging the bodice, and with that cute little pink bow! Shown with crinolines under (doesn't come with it). Nicely made... quality piece. Measures: up to 35" bust, up to 26/27" waist, 28" long skirt with 2.5" hem. Excellent condition with a couple minor flaws. There is one spot on bodice (see photo) and one underarm has spot (see photo), but this is easily remedied if you just replace the pink ribbon trim on bodice if you want perfection. $ 485.
Approx. - SIZE 4/6
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[ORDER ITEM #6497]
Click on image for additional photos!# 6497 - c. 1960's DRIZZLE / I. Magnin &Co. "Pucci" Look Coat! I'm showing the back of this coat in this photo not because the front isn't beautiful, but the back is just "killer"!! You gotta love all the details that you can barely see due to the wild very Pucci print, but check out the close-up photos to see the horizontal seamed back yoke, the inverted pleat mid back top and bottom, and the tabbed belt loop at mid back! The front shows the matching self-covered buckle on the wide belt. Closes with black round snaps up the front... and as you see, you can wear open collar or fully closed. I'm showing collar up, but that's just to see the undersize.... no shortcuts taken on this gem! Labeled an OLD size 14! However, this fits me at a modern size 4/6, and will work as well on a modern size 8 (if you don't wear much under). Fully lined in light blue. Very bold colors in what looks like a kind of doubleknit(?).. and this Drizzle line specialized in Water repellent coats, so I have to assume this is... but I don't want to try it out and be wrong. I have to confess, I've worn this coat twice.. both times to vintage clothing auctions with some of the most educated vintage dealers in the country... and they ALL just assumed it was a rare and fabulous Pucci coat!!!! I don't blame them. It's THAT perfect a copy... and from the correct era! I'm perfectly happy to keep this in my own closet, so I might have to interrogate you prior to allowing you to purchase it... you know, like an adoption process. You have to be worthy!! Excellent condition with the only issue being the lining shoulder areas with discolorations. Interior only people!! Exterior is near mint! Measurements are difficult because of the inverted pleat at back... 34-44" bust (yes!), 37-41" waist (but cinch as you want for size), 38" long from shoulder to hem, 16" long sleeve (underarm), 23" long sleeve (outside). Also Listed in the Furs, Etc. Section. $ 1,285.
Approx. - SIZE 4/6, perhaps 8
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[ORDER ITEM #6979]
Click on image for additional photos!# 6979 - c. 1950s/1960's Roses Print Cotton Dress! Could be late 1950's or early 1960's. Not sure. Who cares?? :) It's uniquely sweet! Red rosebuds on white cotton print with that incredibly stunning illusion yoke with the sweetest little 3-D felt flowers and tiny peter pan collar!! If you look closely at the yoke, there is a white netting under the strips of fabric. Working buttons at the back. Shown with a small crinoline. Excellent condition though missing it's original belt, so I'm just showing with a red ribbon (doesn't come with it). I found ONE teeny break in the yoke netting, otherwise this dress is like new. A bit too small for my dressform. Measures: 33/ 34" bust, 25" waist, 16" from shoulder to waist, 29" long from waist to hem, 102" skirt sweep. $ 385.
Approx. - SIZE 2/4
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[ORDER ITEM #6985]
Click on image for additional photos!# 6985 - c. 1950's Black Faille Cocktail Dress with Gilt Metallic Embroidery! Larger Size! Great look! Black silk faille dress totally covered in a gilt metallic thread in floral design. The skirt is full but the bodice is more fitted. Can be worn with or without a belt. Shown with a crinoline (which doesn't come with it), but looks good with or without. Metal zipper back. Front vertical seam. Measures: 40" bust, up to 33" waist, 41" long from shoulder to hem. The dress is lovely, but there are issues to report. Not glaring, but there. As you will see in the photos, the original seams and darts have been taken out to increase the size of the dress (this is great for those of you wanting a larger size!). The original waist was 29" and can certainly be put back to original size if you wish. There was an original back metal zipper that was broken, so, I had it replaced by another metal zipper, but it's more modern with larger zipper pull... kind of nice combination of old and new! And there are some hardly seen underarm lightening areas (see photos), and some minor tarnishing of the metallic embroidery. Still all and all a lovely looking dress, just not totally pristine. Might be twice this price if perfect, so you get to look great and save the $265 for new shoes! :) $ 265.
Approx. - SIZE 12
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[ORDER ITEM #7002]
Click on image for additional photos!# 7002 - c. 1950's Blue Flocked Satin One-Shouldered Gown! One of the dresses I would keep in a heartbeat! And, of course, the one-shouldered gowns are always fashionable, sexy, and flattering! So hard to show in photos, but many of the blue hibiscus flowers in the print are actually flocked (a short velvet woven into the satin fabric). Awesome! There is an exquisite blue flowered golden scrolled ornament at the shoulder with huge blue faceted stone! Side metal zipper. Measures 36" bust, up to 29" waist, up to 37" hips 14" slit up side skirt. 54" long from shoulder to hem. Excellent condition with a few extremely minor issues (see photos). Extreme light stitchmarks at side as someone enlarged seam, two barely seen spots on skirt.. really... hard to see at all, and then one rusty spot right near slit that you will see - that's really the only thing to mention. Usually you can't find a light colored gown without any issues... and this is just SO beautiful... do NOT hesitate!! $ 865.
Approx. - SIZE 6
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[ORDER ITEM #5146]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5146 - c. 1980s ABBY FREDELLE Ballgown of Bottle Green Silk Taffeta and Velvet with Gold Beading and Rhinestones! There is little information I can find about the Abby Fredelle label, but I was told by the previous owner that this was a very expensive gown. No surprise as it's beautifully made with velvet boned, cupped and silk lined bodice covered with gold beads and flat rhinestones, and mega-full silk taffeta skirt with 3 layers under of stiff crinoline and two linings. The hemline measures a gigantic 674"!!! Nearly 19 yards!!! Unheard of!!! The quality is confirmed by a March 23, 1987 article in New York Magazine re: fancy gowns for sale at a High-end Formal Boutique in New York City. The article reads: "...the shop is having a sale featuring one-of-a-kind dresses. For example: Zandra Rhodes hand-painted silk chiffon gown was $5,000 now $1,500, Bob Mackie fully beaded rainbow long silk chiffon dress was $7,000 now $3,000. Abby Fredelle white silk crepe beaded top dress was $6,000 now $1,500, etc. Carolyn Roehm beaded silk halter dress was $2,900 now $998. So that was $6,000 back in 1987 for a dress, not a ballgown!!!! Measures: 34/35" bust, up to 30/31" waist, up to 40" at hipline, 40" long from natural waist to hem. Near mint condition. Back zipper. Be a PRINCESS! Worth much more!! $ 1,185.
Approx. - SIZE 6/8
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[ORDER ITEM #6829]
Click on image for additional photos!# 6829 - c. 1970's Strawbridges & Clothier Bridal White Jersey Trained Gown! Will Work Great for a "Star Wars"/ Futuristic / or Space Age Gown! What do you think? Just braid your hair in circles over your ears and Voila! Princess Leia! Though I'm not suggesting you coif your hair like that unless your boyfriend / husband has a lightsaber in hand! Clean, white substantial poly-blend jersey trained gown with sleek mini high neck, long sleeves, and with the only decoration being the very subtle inverted "v" stitching at the modified empire bust and at cuffs. From Strawbridges & Clothier Bridal (the old Philadelphia institution) so it's meant to be a wedding gown, but certainly can be for anything you want. Measures: 34" bust, 28" waist, 59" long from shoulder to hem in front, 73" long in back. Excellent condition except for a barely seen mark on breast, and dirt along the hem and train (needs a dryclean). I can't see any reason why this won't clean near perfectly. Other than these areas, it's extremely clean and white!! If you don't want a train, this can easily be hemmed without and then the dirt is gone! :) Whoopie! :) Also Listed in the Wedding Category. $ 425.
Approx. - SIZE 4/6
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[SOLD# 6880 - c. 1940's Black Crepe WWII "USO" Dress with Black Sequin Bows and Trim! I wish I could have some music playing as you are checkin' out this dress. Do you know "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy of Company B"? That's the one. Please start humming now! This is the classic dress that would have been worn to greet the servicemen at a WWII USO event. Or any 1940s dinner date. I can just see her with platform ankle strap shoes and perhaps a large flower in her hair, or a terrific "doll" hat... um, yeah,... with a feather! And don't forget the seamed stockings! A gorgeous black thin crepe fabric with scoop neckline, short sleeves and terrific black sequin trim with three bows at front! Great peplum design as well! Small padded shoulders. Hidden side snaps. Measures: 35" bust, up to 29" waist, up to 37" hips best, 47" long from shoulder to hem. Excellent condition with extremely, hardly seen reddish discoloration at top of shoulders and down side. You will have to look hard in bright light to see it. Don't hesitate about that! You will probably wonder what I'm even talking about when you see the dress. Since it's a side opening, you will want to try on with a FRIEND, as it's hard to get on over the head! You don't want to be stuck with the dress half-on and half-off, laughing hysterically at the ridiculous situation you've found yourself in!! :) Been there, done that! :) $ 565. SOLD
Approx. - SIZE 6/8
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[ORDER ITEM #6327]
Click on image for additional photos!# 6327 - c. 1960's H. LEVINE Bone Silk Sateen Simple Gown!! This could so easily be a Jackie Kennedy gown you might see in the Smithsonian! Gorgeously simple. Fitted bodice with classic pleated front bell-shaped skirt and front bow tie. Would make a beautiful wedding gown especially for an early 1960s "Camelot" wedding theme!! Or any wedding! There are two minor issues. The gown was dry-cleaned but slight underarm rings still remain. However, if you are wearing a bolero like this, these are, of course, never seen! Measures: 34/35" (JUST fits on my 35"DD, though would be better on smaller breasts), 27" waist, and to the ground if you are about 5'4"/5'5"... approx size 6. Also Listed in the Wedding Category.
$ 285.
Approx. - SIZE 6
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[ORDER ITEM #5406]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5406 - c. 1960's Gold Fringe Beaded "Shimmy" Dress! All I can think of when I see a dress like this is Ann Margaret. I know some of you are too young to remember just how sexy she was, but she didn't have to do anything but stand there and shake what god gave her. So, if you want to channel your inner "sex bomb", you just need a little help... and this will do the trick! Measures: 36" bust, up to 32" waist, up to 37" hips, 36" long from shoulder to hem. Condition is terrific, with just a few minor beads gone from the shoulders (seems a bit sparse there, but I think there are only a very few beads missing). The only real issue is that the back metal zipper is off the track and should be replaced. I have a tailor who will do it for $20, but rather than decide what you want, I thought it best to wait for the buyer to decide if you'd prefer to replace with another metal zipper, or rather with a more invisible newer zipper. Your choice. And either I can get my tailor to do it, or you can... especially if you are planning any tailoring anyway. SO..... it's priced with the new zipper.... and if you'd rather do it yourself, you can save the $20 which will be knocked off the price. OK?
$ 385.
Approx. - SIZE 8
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[ORDER ITEM - #4666a]
Click on image for additional photos!# 4666a - c. 1960's White and Silver/Gold Brocade "Mod" Dress! Larger Size! Oh why couldn't I afford dresses like this that I would have loved to wear in the 1960s?? :( This is what the sophisticated girls would have worn... perhaps with white go-go boots, a gold chain belt around the hips and a white space-age hat! Don't forget the Jean Shrimpton hair and ultra light lipstick! OR just as pretty to wear today without all that stuff, just simply pretty. Perhaps one great statement necklace. Nice enough to wear to a wedding. Excellent condition. Lilies of the valley motif of silver/gold metallic brocade. A-line seaming. Measures: up to 40" bust, up to 34" waist, up to 42" hips, 37" long from shoulder to hem. No label, but nicely made. Slightly heavyweight material. $ 265.
Approx. - SIZE 12
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[ORDER ITEM #5990]
Click on image for additional photos!# 5990 - c. 1960's Hartzfeld's, Kansas City Black and White Dress! I'm a sucker for Black and White. I attribute it to the fact that I'm reincarnated from a B&W cat. OK.. I only slightly believe that, but something makes me think I can communicate with my two kitties! :) Oh well... before you think I'm insane, let's get back to this particular dress. Black halter bodice with "v" neck, wide midriff striped satin waistband matching the wider skirt border and the white silk skirt. GREAT! And even more interesting is the upper back panel that gives the back a sexy open look. Now, I could stop there and tell you it's in Excellent condition, however... as you can see, someone during its lifetime needed the dress to be larger, so they inset black side panels. So, it's not horrible (as some renovations might be), but it's obvious to those of you who care. The good news is that it makes it a nice, wearable size now.... so stop your bellyachin'! :) And if you REALLY can't stand it, you can revamp it again using additional striped material from the 2.5" hem and make the increase disappear from a distance! OK... so currently measures: 34/35" bust, 26" waist (slightly high or empire). 41" long from shoulder to hem. Metal zipper back. Under $150 so Final Sale Item. $ 145.
Approx. - SIZE 4/small 6
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[ORDER ITEM #7464]
Click on image for additional photos!# 7464 - c. 1980's BETSY JOHNSON Cutwork Cotton Strapless Dress with Gold Threads! Yup, I wanted this dress for myself, but alas, it's about 2 sizes too small for me. Wahhh! It's labeled a size 4, but that's an old size 4 because this measures: 31" bust, 25" waist, 20.5" long from waist to hem. Yup... Just a bit too small for me... especially since menopause is taking its toll. Waahhh (again)!!!! The dress is a pretty nude or tan open cotton cutwork with shiny gold thread throughout to give a great shine. The wide waist is a matching satin. Fully lined in satin. There are some hooks for straps inside the bodice, but no straps came with this dress, and they are totally unnecessary as the bodice is fully boned. Excellent condition. $ 245.
Approx. - SIZE 0
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[ORDER ITEM - #7534]
Click on image for additional photos!# 7534 - c. 1980's ANDRE VAN PIER Silver Swarovski Crystals and Silver Beaded Tank Top! Wanna sparkle??? There's nothing much more sparkly than a tank top made of all silver Swarovski crystals!! I only wish I had movies imbedded in this website so you can see the sparkles as you move! I added two photos of me in a Swarovski Crystal dress from the 1980's (worn in 2010) so you can see just how it will sparkle at your event!!!! If you don't know Andrew van Pier, he was a top celebrity designer of the 1980s. Sadly, his career was short lived, perhaps due to the lowering of quality... well, that's my theory anyway... only because I have some of his TOP quality, obviously originally very expensive pieces (a few I have for sale were worn by Liza Minnelli... and others were worn by the likes of Madonna, Michael Jackson, Mick Jagger, etc. )... and THIS is one of the GOOD ones!! Sold at the Martha boutique (highend!), this top still has the original tag attached! So it was never worn. The entire top is covered with Swarovski crystals (really.... I know everyone says that these days, but there is a COA that comes with this top that specifically states that!) and silver bugle beads. Excellent condition. Measures: up to 38" bust, up to 38" waist, up to 42" hips, 27" long from shoulder to hem. I'm sure this cost over $2,000 new! Hell, his Swarovski crystal bras sold for $1,400 ($3,000 in today's dollars)! Lined in striped silk (no label on this top, but comes with COA confirming Andre Van Pier). The perfect top for an evening out on the town! Enjoy the attention!! NO MISSING CRYSTALS... THOSE HAVE BEEN REPAIRED! $ 865.
Approx. - SIZE 8/10
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