$485.00
1960's Mr. Blackwell Custom black cocktail dress with spaghetti straps and circle skirt. The dress is an absolute 60's dream with it's ruffle trim at the bust, along the straps and forms a decorative pattern on the top layer of the skirt. The dress fastens by a zippered back closure. The ruffle trim along the straps really gives the element of femininity and perfection.
Empire Waist: 28.5
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Understated custom Mr. Blackwell. Okay, perhaps it is impossible as the color and "bling" belies our assertion. However, in the 1950's and 1960'S Mr. Blackwell was at times understated and even modest. This gorgeous gown sits design on the cusp -- immediately preceding the transformation to the designer whose pieces make a statement. Yet, here both the standard material, the fit, and the cut (including the full length sleeves) pays homage to his once modest designs. Beautiful Purple velvet dress by Richard Blackwell. Embellished sleeves with iridescent rhinestones glamorize the shoulder. Square neckline frames the decolletage and has a bust strap that hooks at back. Zips at back.
Modern Size 0-2
Empire Waist: 26, Wrist: 7 3/4 inches
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$900.00
Stunning Mr. Blackwell ivory cocktail dress and pink lined cape. Both garments are lined in silk, with a wavy, textured cotton fabric as the focus. The sleeveless dress features a dainty scoop neck and a zippered back closure. It has princess seaming in the front and darting in the back. The showstopping sleeveless cape has three buttons on the yoke, a standing Mandarin-inspired collar and acrylic beading fringe. Wear it as a day dress and add the cape for evening. You just can't go wrong with this classic number!
Dress - Bust: 35in, Waist: 27in, Hip: 38in,
Dress -Shoulder Hem Length: 39.25in
Cape - Shoulder Hem Length: 40in
Dress hem can be lengthened 2 in
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$315.00
Fantastic 1960's cotton green floral print with floral lace trim shift dress by Shifts International of Miami. Much like their contemporary, Lilly Pulitzer, Shifts Internationale Designs were also from Miami and made whimsical botanical prints. The company was created by Hawaiian textile designer Dior Vargas. Very little information can be found about any collaboration between Vargas and Pulitzer at the time, except that a few of textile designers we spoke with during our research recall his employment by Pulitzer. Whatever the connection, we love the look!* This fantastic sleeveless long sheath boasts floral lace on the neckline, princess seams, waist line and hem throughout the dress. Closes with a green metal zipper down the back. Dress is unlined and has facing around the collar area.
Dior Vargas (1930-2009) was a prolific Hawaiian artist who specialized in print works. Vargas studied under Takeo Nakamura, a Japanese artist who had mastered the technique, for six years. Vargas created works that were a mix of post modern American and traditional Japanese styles, and extended his medium, applying batik to various surfaces including at one point a grand piano, and a 1928 Ford Phaeton. Clients include: Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Adnan Khashoggi, Cher, Princess Diana, Sean Connery, Angie Dickenson.
Modern US Size M, 6
*If you have any information about Shifts Internationale and/or Dior Vargas or otherwise, Mrs. Couture welcomes it and would love to share it!
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$425.00
Bright and shimmering maxi length couture dress by Nat Kaplan. The dress has a loose shift silhouette with long, wide kimono - like sleeves, and a jewel neckline. The dress features an amazing sheer fabric with an oversized blue and green floral pattern highlighted by thick gold linework.
After Nat Kaplan’s untimely death in 1956, his wife, Sylvia, took over the reins of the company while simultaneously raising their children alone. Sylvia was precise and exacting, she understood the company’s clients and knew that women demanded style, comfort, and convenience. She personally made sure that she tried on each and every dress on the design line before it was cut for production. The dress features the fun, bright colors, sheer fabrics, and expert fits Sylvia Kaplan liked to work with!
$325.00
Adorable navy wool dress with sequined bodice! Waist band, skirt, sleeves and bow are all navy wool. Perfect pockets are hidden in the front seams for your essentials. Fully lined bodice. Zipper at center back. Fun, Fun, Fun and warm to boot!
Modern size 4 - 6.
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Dramatic, sumptuous floor length turquoise blue coat by Nina Ricci. The coat is composed of woven strips of velvet and Mohair. The coat is lined with a turquoise wool knit and has short sleeves above the wrist and a notched collar that can be folded up against the wind. Hidden front wool lined pockets. Gathers at back neck for fullness in the drape. Gorgeous.
Arm Length 21"
$750.00
Couturier to the English Royal family, the great Norman Hartnell designed this dress exclusively for Neiman Marcus, making it one of the first dresses to be made exclusively for the store by a British Couturier. This perfectly designed black wool dress has deep bust darts. Black bugle beads and small round beads are used to create a simple design line adding interest and classic appeal to this dress. The elbow length sleeves are trimmed with the same beading which match up with the waist line beads of the dress. A bow at the front between the beading adds charm. Zips at center back.
Size 16 tag -- approximately a modern size 10-12.
Hem can be lengthened 2 1/4 inches
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Spectacular shift dress by Norman Norell! The drama of this dress makes one feel as though it is a coat, with its large cuffed sleeves and large collar. The fabric is black silk with a nice hand. It also has a belt to cinch in the waist. It is a classy dress and a show stopper, whether it be day or night!
Norman Norell was born in 1900 and began his career working with Hattie Carniegie in 1928. It wasn't until 1960 that Norell's name became the the sole name of the clothing label! He is known for using fine fabrics and expert tailoring.
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Norman Norell knee length coral dress. Ruching at sides and a gathered waistline with center accent makes this dress very special. Coral is a wonderful color for spring and this vintage stunner looks fresh. Rock it with some gold heels.
Modern US size 2/4 Hem can be lengthened 2 inches
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Bright and brilliant cream and rhinestone dress by Norell / Tassell! The dress is maxi length, with long sleeves, a bateau boat neckline and an amazing scoop back. The modest columnar silhouette of the dress is contrasted by the dramatic oversized rhinestone detailing on the neckline and plunging back, adding complexity and a bit of sensuality to the dress.
Norell Tasell refers to the designer dream team of Norman Norell and Gustave Tassell.
$375.00
This Olga Paris piece has that hip comfy look of now but hails from the mod 1960's. The absolute best hot pants jumpsuit for any time. Pair with thick knit tights and ankle booties in the cold. Hit the clubs in it with a pair of platform pumps or for those summer nights/days, gladiator sandals will do! With its kimono sleeves and wide white ric rac trim, you will make an entrance and own the room. Features a standing collar and two pockets at the waist. Zippered front closure.
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$488.00
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Amazing deep royal blue and metallic gold evening dress with matching jacket ensemble by Oscar de la Renta. The brocade dress is maxi length with an A - line skirt, fitted bodice, thin spaghetti straps, and a cinched waist accented by a wide belt made of the same gold and blue material. The jacket is waist length, with long sleeves, and a mandarin collar. The pattern of the dress is magnificent, with an elaborate byzantine pattern composed of overlapping arches, scallops, and bands of repeating quatrefoils. Divine!
Jacket Measurements:
Bust: 36
Waist:34
Length:23
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$780.00
$435.00
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Luxurious black knit dress with show stopping tromp l'oeill necklace. Necklace is made of encrusted tiny pearls and pastel crystals embellished atop the fabric. Necklace wraps around the neck, past the waist, ending with a large diamond pendant. Body shaping French darts at bust. Shoulder darts make a sexy silhouette. Long sleeves gather at cuff. While the cuff snaps underneath the sleeve, crystal and pearl jeweled buttons sit atop the fabric at the cuff. The knit fabric has natural stretch making this beauty both easy to wear and to take care. Full rayon lining. This dress is simply great!
Modern US Size 4 Hem can be lengthened 2 1/4 inches
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Bold, almost color blocked midi dress by Paganne. The long sleeved dress, with jewel neckline, falls below the knee, with a loose, knit, sheath silhouette that skims the body. The print is primarily grey and blue, with accents of black and pops of bright red. The print is almost machine like, with a great amount of geometric symmetry. The various graphic squares and patches appear to be sewn together, with oversized threads and eyelets. Curious and captivating!
The Paganne label was created by Gene Berk in the 1960s. Berk studied to become a lawyer but found himself working in the fashion industry, merchandising for menswear, and at one point creating sportswear for Oleg Cassini. In the late 1960s Berk struck out on his own, and sent hand sketched designs to Italy so that they could be screen printed onto fabric. He was the American answer to the various French and Italian designers (Pucci, Lanvin, Leonard, and Bessi)who prized bold, graphic prints.
Berk would begin his creative process by designing the print first, and then deciding how it would be formed into a garment; often times the fabric would be used for various pieces. His prints were varied - botanical, geometric, modernist, figural - but all had the same 1960s/1970s bold flair, printed onto silk jersey, cotton knits, velvets, and Qiana nylon synthetics.
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Bold 1960s - does - 1920s Art Deco print dress by Paganne! The dress falls below the knee, has long sleeves, and a jewel neckline. The dress has a loose sheath silhouette, with an A - line skirt and a more fitted bodice. The print is primarily purple, with splashes of light and dark green, as well as white. The piece features an amazing print of fashionable, flapper - type women strolling and posing. The print is very much Erte and Lepape, with strong shapes and stylized forms.
The Paganne label was created by Gene Berk in the 1960s. Berk studied to become a lawyer but found himself working in the fashion industry, merchandising for menswear, and at one point creating sportswear for Oleg Cassini. In the late 1960s Berk struck out on his own, and sent hand sketched designs to Italy so that they could be screen printed onto fabric. He was the American answer to the various French and Italian designers (Pucci, Lanvin, Leonard, and Bessi) who prized bold, graphic prints.
Berk would begin his creative process by designing the print first, and then deciding how it would be formed into a garment; often times the fabric would be used for various pieces. His prints were varied - botanical, geometric, modernist, figural - but all had the same 1960s/1970s bold flair, printed onto silk jersey, cotton knits, velvets, and Qiana nylon synthetics.
$725.00
Paganne does it again with this playful black and red racehorse print knit dress! The dress is maxi length, with an A - line skirt, long sleeves, a jewel neckline, and a fitted bodice. The bodice is primarily red, with black shoulders and arms, and a fun jockey's cap border on the cuffs and at the bust line. The skirt depicts various racehorses and their jockeys trotting and galloping through a scene. Waist is accented by a long black belt with fringe. Slit on left leg adds a bit of drama.
The Paganne label was created by Gene Berk in the 1960s. Berk studied to become a lawyer but found himself working in the fashion industry, merchandising for menswear, and at one point creating sportswear for Oleg Cassini. In the late 1960s Berk struck out on his own, and sent hand sketched designs to Italy so that they could be screen printed onto fabric. He was the American answer to the various French and Italian designers (Pucci, Lanvin, Leonard, and Bessi) who prized bold, graphic prints.
Berk would begin his creative process by designing the print first, and then deciding how it would be formed into a garment; often times the fabric would be used for various pieces. His prints were varied - botanical, geometric, modernist, figural - but all had the same 1960s/1970s bold flair, printed onto silk jersey, cotton knits, velvets, and Qiana nylon synthetics.
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Wonderful 1960's Pat Sandler Floral Jumpsuit and Overdress solid the exclusive Silver Key shop of Neiman Marcus in the 1960's. The ensemble follows a fantastic bright floral print. Defined waist with gathering. Center bow on waistline. Zipper center back. Spaghetti straps can be adjusted, zipper closure.
Modern Size: 2
Cover up: Bust: 34.25 Waist: 27 Shoulder Hem Length: 48.25
Jumpsuit: Bust: 33.25 Waist: 26 Hip: 36.5 Inseam: 28.75 Length: 49.75
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$255.00
$1,950.00
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Romantic 1960s Pierre Cardin dress. This knee-length dress appears to be composed entirely of open and closed pleats. The pleated look of the dress creates a vertical stripe effect that opens up at the trumpet sleeves and trumpet skirt. The dress has a single long zipper at the back, as well as a fishhook closure.
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Artistic details and understated print and color are cause for celebration in this classic late 1960s mod A-Line dress by Pierre Cardin! We at Mrs. Couture have never seen anything like this in our years of collecting and searching through archives of the late Mr. Cardin. Sleeveless with drop waist, its details continue along the hem. Small red and white checkered print cotton fabric is both interesting and unexpected. A padded neck and waist design creates a special look for this already special dress. Another classic that can be worn anytime to any occasion. This is a dress for the ages -- not just the space age!!!
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1960s bubblegum pink sleeveless evening dress by Cameo Evening Fashions. The dress features a beaded floral scene bodice with embroidery that boasts silver metallic and pink velvet threading. A faux fabric belt with bow offsets the flowy layered skirt. The dress is fashioned with a silk lining and silk chiffon top layer. The dress fastens with a back zippered and a hook and eye closure.
Size: Best fits a modern 2/4.
Bust: 40 Waist: 29.5 Shoulder Hem Length: 58.5 1 inch seam 3/4 inch can be taken out
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$425.00
Flirty silk dress by Shannon Rodgers for Jerry Silverman! This dress falls just short of the knee and includes a seamed waist the relieves the fabric below it giving it a natural flow. The dress also features a delicate sheer cape that waterfalls from the scooped back! The dress is easily a conversation piece and a testament to 1960's psychedelia influence in fashion! This dress zips at back and is lined with silk.
DESIGNER
Shannon Rodgers for Jerry Silverman
BRAND
Jerry Silverman
IN THE STYLE OF
1960's
PLACE OF ORIGIN
United States
PERIOD
1960-1969
CONDITION
Excellent
See Condition Descriptions
WEAR
Wear consistent with age and use.
DIMENSIONS
D 33 in.
D 83.82 cm
MARKED SIZE
2-4 See measurements (US)
BUST
34 in. (86.36 cm)
WAIST
30 in. (76.2 cm)
HIP
42 in. (106.68 cm)
LENGTH
33 in. (83.82 cm)
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1960s Emilio Pucci silk dress. This dress features gorgeous fall colors - pale blue, walnut, chocolate, fire orange, cream, and red- arranged effortlessly in an oval floral design. The print on this dress is intrinsically Pucci, as the abstract ovals merge seamlessly into flower petals. The dress has a center back zipper as closure. Pucci signature throughout.
US Size 2-4 Wrist: 8 inches Hem can be lengthened 1/2 of an inch
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Amazing piece of history and art and the beauty is wearable to boot! This vintage Pucci swimsuit with its pleated frilled neck and pleated skirt is an absolute showstopper. The dramatic Pucci print features triangles, diamonds, and topsy-turvy nestled circles in playful, bright colors. The bathing suit has curve-hugging princess seams, and a zipper in the back. The suit has attached bottoms that peek out from under the skirt.
Modern US Size: 4
$175.00
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$400.00
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Roberta di Camerino was the queen of trompe l'oeil, and if you need proof you need not look any further than this gorgeous amber tone velvet reptile handbag! This a - frame top handle purse is swathed in shimmering amber - gold cut velvet reptile fabric featuring a faux flap with the famous Roberta "R". Both sides of the purse feature the same design, although one has the "R" in reverse - a playful indication of which side is the front. The purse also features four gold tone dangling belted "R" charms, two hanging from each side of the purse. The interior of the purse is lined in brown leather and features two pockets.
Giuliana Camerino (née Coen) was born to a Jewish family in Venice. In 1943, as World War ii raged on, the Camerinos fled to Switzerland where Giuliana began designing handbags for local leather goods stores. Camerino founded the house “Roberta di Camerino” in 1945. The business was named after the 1935 Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers film “Roberta”; The song “Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” was the last tune Camerino listened to before escaping to Switzerland.
Roberta di Camerino handbags quickly became known for their innovative use of patterned and colored fabric, two materials that had never been used in handbags. Camerino continued to develop new and interesting designs that would go on to inspire others, including using an “R”-trellis pattern in 1946 that predated Gucci’s iconic “G” pattern handbags and accessories, a the woven leather handbag in 1957 that anticipated the Bottega Veneta woven look, and a hinged handbag that Prada later went on to imitate. Camerino helped develop the post-WW2 venetian economy, employing venetian craftsmen to create many materials, including the brass hardware she used in her striking, cut-velvet bags, and to weave fabric using local antique looms. Camerino branched out into apparel; much of her clothing had distinctive optical illusion tromp l’oeil prints, pleats, buckles, and ruffles.
Camerino’s pieces were favored as a status symbol among the jet set crowd as well as celebrities, including Elizabeth Taylor, Grace Kelly, and Farrah Fawcett. Her innovative designs in playful and exciting fabrics earned Camerino several accolades. Camerino won a Neiman Marcus Fashion Award in 1956, acknowledging the widespread influence of her designs on the entire handbag market, her work was also exhibited at the Whitney Museum of American Art in 1980, and as well as the Fashion Institute of Technology Museum in 1999.
$355.00
$400.00
1960's Rodrigues vibrant multi-color print dress with blouson sleeves. This lightweight dress has an silk embroidered stripe throughout this perfectly whimsical dress. The dress also features a back zippered closure with a waistband that fastens with three back hook-n-eye closures. The attached lining also fastens with a hook-n-eye. The sleeves have an elastic hem, perfect for keeping the billowy shape of the sleeves.
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