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Unbelievable 1940's textured black beaded jacket has a mixture of rock beads and seed beads. Excellent preservation and absolutely wearable condition. Seed beads and rock beads throughout the jacket are individually placed and grouped, giving the jacket a texture much like stingray skin. Every bead is precisely positioned. Simply curved collar and sleeve hem. Hook and eye closure at center front. Simply unbelievable!
Size 2 Seam allowance can be let out 1/4 of an inch Hem can be lengthened 3/4 of an inch
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$825.00
Created for the 1940 film Thief of Baghdad, this necklace is one of Hollywood's first attempts at merging consumer products with film advertising. Among the various items available to purchase were extremely high end pieces of costume jewelry. A true piece of history and a remarkably beautiful one at that!
Intricately detailed antique silver tone necklace. Featuring detailed carvings on both pieces with strategically placed blue and yellow rhinestones stones throughout. Golden artificial pearls can be found in the center. The piece has a small plate on the back with two numbers, one on either side of the words.
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Resort Wear Must Have!
Check out this incredibly exotic bathing suit by Rose Marie Reid! It features a sheathed bust that plays well with the Polynesian print. It has piping on the sides for structure, and an overall body conforming silhouette.
A truly great and easy look for the your next pool party!
BRAND
Rose Marie Reid
IN THE STYLE OF
1950
PLACE OF ORIGIN
United States
PERIOD
1950-1959
CONDITION
Good
See Condition Descriptions
WEAR
Wear consistent with age and use.
DIMENSIONS
D 31 in.
D 78.74 cm
MARKED SIZE
Small (US)
BUST
34 in. (86.36 cm)
WAIST
24 in. (60.96 cm)
HIP
34 in. (86.36 cm)
LENGTH
31 in. (78.74 cm)
$425.00
Classy bathing suit from Rose Marie Reid. This bathing suit features a deep v neck and a body conforming silhouette. Clusters of gold flowers envelope the suit. Straps are adjustable on the back. It also features a faux mini skirt and Rose Marie Reid's own "Circolair" Bra. The fabric is a light and comfortable cotton with nylon that allows for stretch and to dry faster than its predecessors.
DESIGNER
Rose Marie Reid
IN THE STYLE OF
1950
PLACE OF ORIGIN
United States
PERIOD
1950-1959
CONDITION
Good
See Condition Descriptions
WEAR
Wear consistent with age and use.
DIMENSIONS
D 23 in.
D 58.42 cm
MARKED SIZE
Small (US)
BUST
34 in. (86.36 cm)
WAIST
26 in. (66.04 cm)
HIP
35 in. (88.9 cm)
LENGTH
23 in. (58.42 cm)
$250.00
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$180.00
Striking and flirty comes this adorable green woven hat by Balenciaga! This bonnet - like hat is composed of ovarlapping white and green loops, and features a low, round crown, and a brim that curves downwards towards the wearer's face. The structure of the hat tapers towards the back, ending in a narrow brim with thin, elegant accent bow.
In the 1950s, before European designers began exporting their pieces en masse to the United States, they would license their designs to American companies. These American companies would then fabricate the items and sell them to clients stateside. Although this cap is not directly from their atelier in Europe, the design is authentically Balenciaga!
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Amazing pearl mink cape by Ben Kahn! This cape is thigh length, with a wide folded collar, and an amazing double breasted front. The collar can be folded up for warmth (exposing two brilliant buttons). The buttons are large and composed of pearlescent ivory lucite with sparkling rhinestone detailing. The cape features two arm slits for ease of movement. Lined in the most amazing ivory floral cropped velvet. Beautifully preserved!
Ben Kahn immigrated to the United States from his native Russia in 1907. After working his way up through the fur business in New York City, Kahn opened his own company in 1921, quickly becoming a known innovator in the fur trade. Kahn would introduce new fur cuts and colors, and in an unprecedented move, marketed fur coats to men. Kahn was also a good friend of Stanley Marcus of Neiman Marcus, and collaborated with him occasionally.
Clients include: Joe Namath, Joe Frazier and Julius Erving, and Elizabeth Taylor (she purchased a Kahn-Marcus collaboration coat in 1970 for $125,000).
$450.00
Daring and Different this holiday? This is it....Wonderful winter white jacquard maxi dress. Beautiful gold beaded embellishment frames a stand up collar and the front of the dress. The piece features a textured floral pattern outlined with gold thread-work. Beaded scalloped detail and rhinestones in gold meet at centers of flower pattern. Kick pleat in the black runs down the dress. Underlined. Zips at back.
Size 6-8 Seam allowance can be let out 1/4 inch Hem can be lengthened 2 inches
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$450.00
1950's black satin cocktail dress with velvet trim and excellent velvet floral detail. The dress is lined with linen and has short sleeves. The bottom of the skirt has box style pleating. The dress has a back zipper and a hook-and-eye closure.
Modern Size 2
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Dramatic two piece skirt and top ensemble by Carol Antell! The ensemble includes a fabulous fuchsia pink silk overlayed with black horse hair and black lace making up a stripped pattern. The circle skirt is structured with horsehair, can stand upright on it's own, and bounces wonderfully when worn. The black velvet bustier top features a sweetheart neckline with halter support, and has boning. The set is sensational. Zipper closures.
Skirt is 32" long and a circle skirt. Bustier: Bust 36", Waist 24"
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Absolutely incredible Christian Dior skirt suit! The skirt suit is composed of a cropped jacket and midi skirt. The jacket has 3/4 sleeves that end just below the elbow, a rounded shoulder, a jewel neckline with four - button front closure, and a curved edge scalloped front. Cuffs have the same textured buttons as the front closure. The jacket includes an incredible stitched accent hem that curves gently around and across the body. The skirt has wonderful wide pleats that give the suit its elegant sweep. We think it's very Midge Maisel! Lined in a beautiful "Christian Dior" print silk. Created for the Dior New York boutique.
Jacket Measurements: Bust:34 Waist Length:20 Skirt Measurements: Waist:28 Hip:40 Length:30
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This example of Christian Dior's early work is quite extraordinary. The New York label was made in America for the American market based on runway designs, and used many Couture standards known to some as Demi-Couture. Excellent, museum quality condition. Remarkable tailored cape and coordinating dress designed in a hounds tooth wool fabric. Knee length dress with front button placket. Black buttons. Long sleeves. Front button cape is molded to the shoulders with an exaggerated collar and a complement to the dress completing this amazing "New Look" suit. The beautiful ensemble, which appears unworn, is lined throughout omitting the sleeves. The panel on the bodice buttons and snaps into place. Tulle lines the panels of the skirt to add slight volume where intended. Side zipper.
Dress - Bust; 34.5in, Waist: 28.5in, Hip: 37.5in
Shoulder Hem Length: 36in, Wrist: 9.5 in
Cape - Shoulder Hem Length: 35in
Dress side seams can be let out 1/2 "
Dress hem can be lengthened 2"
**Note that the buttons show mild patina. Easily replace or recoat but left as is as they are original to the dress. Museum Quality piece.
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New Look Refined. 1950's Christian Dior dress in dark brown with black floral motifs. Dress features elbow length sleeves with three fabric buttons and sweet bow at center front of the bust which adds a touch of femininity. The dress fastens with a back zipper closure and hook and eye. Style and material as new today as was when created, 60 years ago. History always repeats itself, so this piece is a great investment for your wardrobe or for your wall.
Modern US Size 2-4 Side seam can be lengthened 2 inches
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Gorgeous floral brooch by Dior! Rare that we find 1950's designed costume jewelry in such excellent condition and the condition is a testament to the quality of this piece. The brooch is composed of seven smoky purple swirling poured glass cabochons surrounding a larger glass cabochon in a floral-like formation. There are small multifaceted round clear rhinestones accenting the space between the petals. Like many of their finest costume jewelry pieces, the brooch was made by 'Kramer for Dior.'
In the 1950s and 1960s the House of Dior chose Kramer to produce its jewelry because of the jewelers attention to detail and use of such beautiful stones.*
* from the "Collectors Weekly" 's website description of Kramer Jewelry.
$550.00
Absolutely gorgeous mid century sienna brown snakeskin turban custom made by the Neiman Marcus department store. The turban is made of ruched snakeskin and gathers in a bow at the back. The piece is rather versatile and can be worn backwards with the bow in front, or sideways for flair! The snakeskin is supple but well molded and retains its shape. The cap is lined in silk organza.
Wonderful wearable Gift! Great also for fashion shoots, runway shows, and screen or stage!
20.5"
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$295.00
Striking red and black felt hat by Elsa Schiaparelli! This structured hat has aristocratic eastern influences, resembling a cossack hat, a Manchurian hat, and a Qing dynasty winter court official hat! The hat has a black upturned brim that rises above the red crown in the front, and tapers to a narrow brim in the back; the interior of the brim is red. The brim features a delicate, thin, black, grosgrain ribbon with horizontal red stitching. The ribbon wraps around the hat entirely, appearing to originate from in between a notch in the brim at the back of the hat, and ending in a long, flat bow at the front. The body of the hat was made in Italy.
Modern US Size: S Circumference: 20 1/2, Diameter: 7 inches
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Extremely rare and timeless Schiaparelli shades! These beauties are extremely well preserved. Accented with orange floral motifs and tiny rhinestones. Sure to turn heads. Collector's dream.
Frame Width: 127 mm Bridge: 11.11 mm Temple Arm Length: 136.53 mm Lens Width: 44.45 mm Lens Height: 31.75 mm
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Unbelievable and iconic Elsa Schiaparelli Watermelon Tourmaline colored Parure surviving from the mid 1950's consisting of 1 stamped necklace, 1 stamped bracelet & 1 stamped pair of clip earrings.Gold plated and prong set throughout. A phenomenal piece of fashion! While historic, it is classic and can be worn, adored and collected forever!
Necklace -Length 17 in. Earrings - Depth .5, Diameter 1.0 in. Bracelet- Length 7.0, Charm - Diameter 1.125, Depth .875 in.
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$500.00
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Amazing glossy chestnut brown leather embossed alligator large clutch! This clutch has a trapezoid - like rectangular silhouette, with a protruding flap. The edges of the alligator skin are held together by braided stitching. Lucite clasp.
Length 17", Height 9", Width 4"
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Absolutely delightful black hat by Evelyn Varon! This fantastic hat has a shallow velvet base decorated with multiple loose pompom strands with multifaceted black beads at the base. The pompoms bounce playfully when worn. The hat sits gently on top of the wearer's head, and has stiff triangular tabs for support. It has a grosgrain ribbon and is lined.
Modern US Size: One size fits all Circumference: 17inches, Diameter: 6 1/4 inches
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Extremely rare Miriam Haskell by Frank Hess brooch and earrings in seasonal Holiday tones, circa early 1950's. Ornate cluster work in both pieces. Emerald green glass beads set in elaborate guilt metal with a leaf shape and rose montees. Focal point also includes large coral red glass beads affixed with beautiful gilt metal and fronted by small singular rhinestones. I have seen pictures of similar sets of this Haskell collection in books, and I have never come across this set in over a quarter of a century of collecting Haskell pieces. Gorgeous!
Pin - Length: 4in, Width: 1/2in Weight: 28.3 grams
Earrings - Length: 1 .5in, Width 1.5in
Weight of 1 earring: 13.6 grams, Weight of both earrings: 39.6 grams
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Glorious gold floral brocade evening dress in Christian Dior's "New Look" style. The dress is magnificent, with a full, midi - length skirt that falls at the calves, and a fitted bodice. The bodice is strapless, with a sweetheart neckline accented by petal - like semicircle folds that add additional structural interest to the neckline. The dress pattern is amazing. The golden background plays host to a swirling collection of flowers, berries, and peacocks depicted in an Indian style. Dress shimmers and sways beautifully when worn. Sublime.
$535.00
Gorgeous custom made dress and jacket ensemble with detailed beaded florals. The dress is knee length, with a wide rounded collar, and no sleeves. The dress skirt sits at the natural waist, and has two pleats for added volume. The jacket has a rounded neckline, wide sleeves that end above the wrist, and is waist - length. The ensemble features elegant silver - white seed bead detailing in a trailing floral pattern. Shimmers beautifully!
Jacket:
Bust 42"
Sleeve Length - 18"
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This Hannah Troy dress is perfect for any season, any time of day, or any type of event! It has a fantastic fit as well! Dress is black with gold lame patterns all over the dress. Two sweet small bows can be found on the waistline of the dress. Dress is slightly gathered at waist. Zipper center back. Hook and eye closure. Dress is lined.
Modern US Size 4/6
Bodice seam allowance can be let out 1/2 of an inch
Hem can be lengthened 2 1/2 inches
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Beautiful black Persian lamb jacket with embroidered velvet collar! The jacket front has bust perfect darts for fit. Covered hook and eye front closure. Nipped in at hem for quintessential tailored and crisp 1950's fit. Gorgeous detailed berry-like beads dangling from the collar. A truly wonderful piece. Nicely lined. Very well preserved. Wear it over your evening wear, your day dress or suit and with jeans, a fitted tee and some great boots for a fierce example of the modern woman giving a nod to the great women of the past!
Will fit size 4-6
Wrist measurement: 14 1/2 inches
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Gorgeous clear and bright rhinestone brooch by Hattie Carnegie. This brooch has a round, multifaceted center with four, curved, cross - like bars composed of emerald - cut rhinestones. The bottom layer of the brooch is composed of floral arrangements of marquise - cut rhinestones. Silver - tone base. Truly an elegant, dazzling, dimensional brooch.
Hattie Carnegie was born Henrietta Kanengeiser in Vienna, Austria-Hungary. She was the second of seven children, and lived in poverty in her youth. The family immigrated to the United States when she was still a child, and settled in Manhattan. After her father’s death in 1902, Hattie took a job as a messenger at Macy’s to help support her family, and in 1904 she modeled and trimmed hats at a millinery.
In 1909 Hattie branched out, launching a hat making business with dressmaker Rose Roth, but by 1919 Roth had left the business, leaving Carnegie as the owner of “Hattie Carnegie, Inc,” a company that had a working capital of $100,000. Carnegie began traveling to Paris to buy original dresses to both sell in her shop, and use as inspiration for her own garment and accessory designs. Carnegie was instrumental in bringing Paris fashion to the United States; she imported Lanvin, Molyneux, Patou, Schiaparelli, Vionnet, and others, lavishing New York with gorgeous garments and groundbreaking designers that would have not crossed the pond otherwise. Carnegie also discovered and nurtured the talents of many prominent American designers, including Norman Norell, Pauline Trigère, and James Galanos. In 1925, Carnegie bought a building off of Park Avenue to house her $3.5-million-a-year business, and stayed there producing pieces throughout the Great Depression.
During World War II French haute couture came to a standstill. Carnegie rose to prominence on the international stage as an authority on fashion, and her works were seen in the theatre, cinema and on magazine covers. Although still glamorous, her designs became more austere when the United States joined the Allied Powers. As a part of the war effort, Carnegie designed a dress for Life Magazine. The dress patterns were published in the magazine alongside detailed instructions; it was said that although the dress could have been made for as little as $5, the original dress was valued at $175. After the war, Carnegie continued her business, the epitome of perseverance. Sometime in her early 20s, Hattie had taken the last name Carnegie after Andrew Carnegie, the industrialist, philanthropist, and richest man in the United States during her lifetime. She certainly lived up to the name, having worked her way through and out of an impoverished childhood and into a glamorous life doing what she loved, while still grossing millions a year.
Carnegie passed away in 1956, having been instrumental in the diffusion of Parisian fashion into American society, having nurtured the finest designing minds of the early and mid 20th century, and having designed all manner of enchanting things, including hats, handbags, gloves, jewelry, furs, lingerie, cosmetics, and even perfume.
$365.00
Wonderful ikat print dress from the 1950's. Cotton dress features a piped scoop neck and a low back. Two spaghetti bows on the waistline with beaded ends. Rhinestones placed strategically throughout dress and front center V - Box pleats at the waist. Side zip with hook and eye closure.
Modern US Size 4-6
Hem can be lengthened 2 inches
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$585.00
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Multi colored crystal rhinestones brighten this gold and silver bouquet by Jomaz from the 1950s. Demi parure includes coordinating clip on earrings. Perfect Mother of the Bride gift for an upcoming spring or summer wedding.
Earrings 1.5 x 1.5 inches
Brooch 2.5 x 1.5 inches
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$2,295.00
This 1950's Lanvin-Castillo designed dress is finely constructed and magnificently preserved. With a color scheme typically used in the era, the olive green lends itself brilliantly to the pink, strapless lace bodice. This is Lanvin at its finest. This dress is delicately constructed from exquisite hand pieced lace and has impeccable fit. Perfect for a collector, a museum, or someone wanting to be the best dressed in the the whole building. Fashioned by Nanty.
Skirt seam allowance can be let out 1/2 of inch
Hem can be lengthened 2 1/4 inches
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