$985.00
1980's does the 1920's in this Gorgeous black velvet dress with beading on tulle. Sleeves are beaded and have bugle bead fringe -- absolutely amazing beadwork. Sheer back to drop waist with gorgeous sheer beaded overlay down back at a slant. Zips at back. Perfect for any refined event this holiday season and into the future. Custom made for a Texas woman with a love of the finer things in life! Must look at the photos to see its beauty!
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Glitz and glamour reign supreme with this chocolate brown and gold evening dress! This stunning dress features a high belted waist with exaggerated angular bateau boat neck neckline, floor length skirt, and gorgeous dramatic sleeves! The slightly dropped shoulders open up into light and airy billowing bishop sleeves with elastic cuffs. The skirt gathers slightly at the waist and has a number of inverted pleats in the center back. The dress is fully lined and has princess seams to exaggerate the figure.
Modern US Size: 2 Wrist measurement: 10 1/2 inches
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This gorgeous knee length dress by Bottega Veneta is composed of alternating crushed velvet stripes, and features a ribbon tie. The ribbon can be pulled up or down the waist, giving you the option of having a blouson-type bodice, or a drop-waist dress. The dress has two sets of shoulder straps, giving it an elegant open shoulder, as well as creating a beautiful and dainty small drape in the back.
Modern US Size 4
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Gorgeous 1970's gold metallic long sleeve maxi dress. Dress up or down, this dress has a stand up collar with center front placket that is open and overlapped down to the waist. Waistband with gathered skirt. Cuffed long sleeves. Bodice and skirt are inner lined. Side zip. Perfect for a night out all year round!
Modern US Size 6 *All MRS Couture garments and accessories have been professionally cleaned and thoroughly checked before shipping. They are ready to wear upon arrival.
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Striking Malcolm Starr black crepe dress with pleated skirt. Sleeveless under-dress with sheer beaded top. The top is beige sheer with hand sewn beading in a star pattern all over. V- neck. Snaps in back. Back closes with hooks and eyes as well. Spectacular dress. Note: Wear the top with the dress or take if off and wear it with another outfit!
Modern size 2-4
Dress - Bust: 37 1/2, Waist: 33, Hip: 39, Shoulder Hem Length: 39 1/4 inches
Top - Bust: 40, Waist: 36, Shoulder Hem Length: 20 1/4 inches
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$2,200.00
Iconic Missoni multi-color knit halter dress with exquisite fringe and crochet trim. The bust of the dress is lined. There is a side zipper closure. The dress has a dramatic 71" sweeping skirt. Unbelievable dress to dance in!
Modern size 2
Hem can be lengthened 1/2 of an inch
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Vintage Norman Hartnell Gold Lame and Mink Evening Dress and Matching Coat Stunning Norman Hartnell gold lame evening dress and matching coat. The shimmering A-line dress features a low scoop neck, a geometric stitched bodice, a low back, and a pleated slit at the center back of the skirt. The coat is knee length and features mink cuffs.
Hartnell began his career in the 1920s, using his University of Cambridge ties to acquire elite clients and dressing them for high prestige social events. His designs later caught the eye of entertainers such as Merle Oberon, Tallulah Bankhead, Evelyn Laye, Gertrude Lawrence, and Mistinguett. Hartnell's pieces continued to turn heads in the 1930s and 1940s, to design the 1930s and 1940s, and had even been appointed dressmaker to the royal family in 1938, designing the wedding dresses of Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret, the amazing coronation gown for Elizabeth II in 1953, as well as a gown for her first visit to the United States in 1956. Norman Hartnell defined a look that was the epitome of British aristocratic elegance; his work was lavish, restrained, and always flawless.
Dress - Bust: 36, Waist: 29, Hip: 37, Shoulder Hem Length: 59 3/4
Coat - Bust: 43, Waist: 46, Hip: 48, Shoulder Hem Length: 41 1/2, Wrist: 9 inches
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Rare and Outstanding 1980s "Kiss of the Spider-woman" gown by Thierry Mugler. Dramatic red velvet fit and flare stand up collar dress. Strapless with collar attaching at front neck and velvet covered snaps at neck back. Red net keyhole at front with velvet bow. Low back. Zips at back. Xmas? Valentines? Halloween? Screen? Stage? Costume Party? It fits them all.
US size 4
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Vintage Gold Asian Nature Scene Brocade, Bead, Rhinestone Dress Absolutely stunning vintage dress. The dress is composed of eight panels, each depicting the same wilderness scene with wildlife, men in armor on horses, an archer, and a goddess figure, in a gorgeous gold brocade. The panels are separated by brilliant borders decorated in shimmering rhinestones and gold glass beads. With its high collar, straight silhouette, and ankle length, the dress is reminiscent of the Chinese cheongsam or qipao. The dress features a slit at the center back. Beautiful and striking, this east-meets-west dress is an excellent example of 1960s orientalist fashion. Slit: 12.
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Luxurious Brown satin dress and jacket with mink trim and belt by Oscar de la Renta. Dress bodice is black velvet and sleeveless with square neckline and back. Zips in back. Mink belt with Black rhinestone hoop buckle. Jacket is brown satin with mink trim and front hidden pockets. No closure. Dress and jacket are fully lined. Wear together or separate Mrs. Couture says rock the jacket with a pair of jeans and knee high boots! Excellent vintage condition.
Modern size 4-6
Dress - Bust: 36, Waist: 29, Hip: 39, Shoulder Hem Length: 41 inches
Jacket - Bust: 37 1/2, Waist: 32, Shoulder Hem Length: 22 1/2 inches
Belt - Length: 41 1/2, Width: 3 inches Hem can be lengthened 1 3/4 inches
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Nina Ricci High Art--Enough Said.... From the catwalk of the Historic Ebony Fashion Fair hails this wearable high Nina Ricci Couture evening ensemble. In our 30 plus years of fashion collecting we have seen very few, if any, pieces of this quality, beauty, and wearabllity! This ensemble is true to couture fashion with its use of magnificent lace, silk, and other natural fibers. Boning in all of the rights places add to the structure of this wonderful work of art. The detail work and beauty in its form and stitch is apparent throughout. The bodice boasts elegant lace and flairs from a high in front to low in back. The lace covered bodice is beautifully scalloped along its edges. The bodice dips at the breast bone for a sultry look whilst the lace allows for a bit of innocence amidst this striking red piece of art! Bodice and skirt have zippered back closures.
Top - Bust: 35, Waist: 28, Shoulder Hem Length: 33 1/2 inches
Skirt- Waist: 27 1/2, Length: 44, Sweep of skirt 60"
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$250.00
Moschino Cheap and Chic black silk spaghetti strap drop waist cocktail dress. The dress has a black bow applique with sequin and clear rhinestone trim at center front, as well as a gently pleated skirt. The dress has a size zipper closure. Adorable! The dress was made in Italy.
US Size 8
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$13,000.00
Mariano Fortuny y Madrazo created this gown in a Venetian palazzo and it was originally purchased in 1919. Beautifully shaped in luxurious black silk the gown is delicately pleated in the secretive Fortuny manner with heat and ceramic rods. The silk was dyed several times to enrich the color. Murano glass beads are strung on silk cord along the seams providing a smooth graceful silhouette. The gown is inspired by the Greek chiton and meant to be worn with-out undergarments; a racy suggestion for the early 1900s. Hand rendered label on inner side seam. Displayed on a size 6 mannequin and considered one size.
This Peplos measures at 56" in length and 16" from shoulder to shoulder.
Please note the ribbon belt is not original.
$305.00
This late 20th century shift dress by Bergdorf Goodman is absolutely luminous. The dress features a gold-stitched quilted abstract wave design in pale gold and chocolate fabric over a deep black satin. The neck, sleeves, and bottom of bust are accented by a black and gold 45 degree stripe ribbon. The dress has built-in shoulder pads.
Wrist: 9 1/4 inches
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Late 1960s Geoffrey Beene olive green dress. High neck, long sleeves, and plum and gold braided thread looped together to form a chain around the neck, wrist, and waist. Three braids in total on the neck, wrist, and waist. Beading throughout the braids. On the neck is a jewel center front with a thread chain wrapped around it with beading through out and plum and gold thread trim around and between the jewel and chain. A large plum tassel hanging just under the jewel at center front neck with beading at the top. Pleated shoulders and princess seams on the bodice. Zipper at center back, fully lined.
Modern Us Size 4
Wrist: 8 1/2 inches
Seam allowance can be let out 1/4 inch Hem can be lengthened 1 3/4 inches
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This beautiful and fun two-piece ensemble hails from the Estate of Joan Vass, famed Coty Fashion Award winner. Charcoal sweater knit outfit, boasts large paillettes throughout. Skirt is fit and flare. It is in excellent condition. The tank top has slits at side seams. The sultry skirt has a comfortable knitted elastic waist. Can be worn separately to dress it down for casual evening wear. So comfortable to wear. Like new. Marked "Joan Vass, N.Y. Sample".
Modern size 2.
Measurements: Bust - 34" Waist - 26" Total Length - 46"
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$18,000.00
Historically important Grecian goddess gown by the legendary Madame Gres. This lavish yet austere, floor length, one shoulder gown features countless hand-stitched chiffon pleats from the shoulder to the bottom of the dress, echoing classical antiquity. The dress is accented by a dramatic red pleated drape emerging from between the bodice's black pleats and cascading down the front of the dress, towards the floor. The dress includes a 22 inch long red belt. The famous Gres label, as well as two stitched-in Stars of David can be found on the waist of the dress' lining.
Born in Paris, around the turn of the 20th century, Madame Gres (nee Germaine Emilie Krebs, AKA Alix Barton, Alix) pursued sculpture before turning her interests towards fashion. Gres was initially a hat maker, but her eye for design soon propelled her into haute couture dressmaking. By the 1930s, Gres had made a name for herself and counted a number of famous women in her client list, including: Wallis Simpson - the Duchess of Windsor, Princess Matilda of Greece, Paloma Picasso, Grace Kelly, Marella Agnelli, Marie-Helene de Rothschild, Edith Piaf, Jacqueline Kennedy, Dolores del Rio, Barbra Streisand, Marlene Dietrich, and Greta Garbo.
During the German occupation of France in World War II, Madame Gres was ordered to design stark, utilitarian clothing, but defied the occupation government and continued to design sumptuous dresses in the red, white and blue of the French tricolor flag. Bewilderingly, despite being Jewish, German officers were said to have asked Gres to design dresses for their wives. Gres bravely refused. Both her refusal to design for the wives of occupying officers, and her refusal to design drab garments, played a part in the forced closing of her design house; her plenteous use of fabric during wartime was the excuse given. Found in this dress, Gres sew in a Star of David on either side of the gown, perhaps as a resistance statement during the war. Much research has been undertaken on this gown to determine its original owner to find out if perhaps this had been made for an allied or axis sympathetic individual. To date, we have been unable to determine the original client for which this gown was made.
After the war Gres began to design her famous Grecian goddess gowns. Although her earlier work reflected the sculptural, grecian motifs that she exhibited in her later work, she truly came into her own by designing the Grecian goddess gowns. Like her earlier work, the Grecian goddess gowns championed simplicity and the liberty of movement, and were designed with the wearer in mind: the body was to shape and mold the dress, not the other way around.
Although her career stretched across several decades, Gres designs still remain timeless and unparalleled.
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Hues of taupe ombre silk crepe create an ethereal effect throughout this flowing strapless gown. The ruched bodice has a sweetheart neckline, boning and is fully lined. The skirt is made up of layers of ombre silk crepe and ombre silk crepe with gold and silver leaves giving it a full look but being light at the same time. It has an attached slash along the front of the bodice. Coordinating silk shawl.
Modern US Size 4
Gown - Bust: 35 Waist: 27, Length: 54.5
Shawl - Length: 120, Width: 41.5
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Absolutely gorgeous 1970's Marina Ferrari silk multicolored wrap around dress. Made in Italy. Short sleeves that flow into a cape design in back. Wide waistband. Open skirt in front, with a hem with drawstrings that can be tied at front. Silk fabric is light and flowing.
Modern US Size S-M
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This gold brocade gown with its classic silhouette and Asian motif was clearly made by a master. Although no designer label is found, it could only have been made by a designer or seamstress with years of experience. No detail has been spared in its construction; darts placed and sized perfectly in the bodice and at the waist, finely finished cording for a perfect fit, scoop front shows just enough of the decolletage, and zippers placed at the wrist. You will feel like royalty in this truly beautiful and sophisticated gown!
Modern size 2/4.
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Early 1980s Giorgio di Sant' Angelo blouson silk chiffon ribbon print maxi dress. Sheer silk chiffon attached under dress and over dress making it double sheer. Incredible blues, reds, and pink, graphic ribbon print. Full length maxi with spaghetti straps, under a sheer blouson style top leads on the outer dress with silk binding on the sleeves and hem of the outer dress. Has an open back, with an elastic waist on the outer dress and matching belt. Great for spring during the day and in the evening and as well as casual and dressy.
Modern US Size 4-6-8 (elastic waist)
Dress - Low Waist: 37.5, Hip: 41, Shoulder Hem Length: 61
Belt - Length: 85, Width: 9
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$995.00
Beautiful, sweet, and fun Geoffrey Beene black dress. The dress is made of silk with alencon lace. Lovely kimono sleeves fall from the shift shaped bodice. The alecon lace trim dangles from both the sleeves and hem. The belt is made up of Navy blue and cream gingham ribbon with lace trim and green satin ribbon detail. A silk crepe printed fabric at hem and neckline add texture as well. This is a wonderful piece that can be worn from day to night.
Modern US Size 6-8
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$1,250.00
Exquisite late 1970s Pauline Trigere silk multicolored evening dress with gold metallic threading. Wonderful abstract design throughout with metallic threads. Semi sheer. Long sheer butterfly sleeves. V neckline. Skirt is lined with a sheer fabric. Center back button, hook and eye and snap closures.
Modern US Size 2-4
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Gorgeous silk evening dress by Chanel. This elegant high-low dress has a curved tulip hem slit in the front of the dress, accented by soft silk ribbons that meet in a point at the bottom back of the dress. The ruched empire bodice has a ribbon halter that crosses at an interesting angle at the back, and is ornamented with two beautiful detachable camellia brooch's. The dainty brooch is composed of one black camellia and one white camellia resting against one another. Absolutely gorgeous! Camellias are detachable and can be used as a brooch.
Modern US Size:0 Empire Waist: 27, Slit: 11 inches
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Fantastic and flattering Marilyn Monroe style gold rose floral racer back dress by Mignon. Ring in the holidays or dance the night away in the timeless bombshell beauty of a dress. Mignon made this creation of fine gold floral fabric, and added a slight "New Look" appearance with a cinched waist. The dress has two front pockets, and the straps close via two hook and eye clasps on the neck. The dress has a zipper center back. The dress has an hour glass silhouette with a full bust and hip; check measurements.
Modern US Size 2-4 with full bust and hip
Slit: 6 1/4 inches
Hem can be lengthened 2 inches
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$998.00
This A-Line black beauty is strikingly edgy - a Gucci masterpiece. The embellishments along the sides add glamour and interest. At the same time adding class and sophistication. Diamond crystals sparkle and round beads are covered with black tulle surrounded by silver bugle beads in a repeated pattern. The black fabric resembles a snake skin texture with a slight sheen. The hem line is enforced with a stiff flexible interfacing as well as a stiff but flexible bottom ribbon resembling a Greek key pattern. The ribbon has some stretch. You are sure to love the modern 60s feel of this stunner! Darts at breast for fit. Zip back with black Gucci zipper pull. Fully lined with silk and faced. Gucci made in Italy tag.
Size 40. Modern US size 2
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This custom gown was produced by designer Renato Balestra and graced the cover of all Ebony Fashion Fair advertisements for the 1994-1995 event. Long flowing metallic blue maxi halter dress has an inner belt creating a blouson draped bodice. Snap closure at back. Ties at high neck. The large rectangular shawl measures 8'4"x 4'3" and is trimmed in matching blue ostrich feathers with silver metallic threads. Own a piece of American cultural history that is perfect for stage and screen or for your next big night out! This gown has great stories to tell... if only it could speak when it sparkles!
Modern size 2-4 Dress - Bust: 34, Waist: 26, Hip: 39
Shawl - Length: 114, Width: 57
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Gorgeous 1990's dress printed with an abstract multicolored design comprised of shades of green, blue, purple, and yellow. The bodice is beautifully gathered along the sides leading into a full skirt beginning with a dropped waist. The shoulders are met with three spaghetti straps converging with a tie to hold them together. The top printed layer is sheer with a pure white layer underneath to add to the lightness of the dress. It is completed with a full lining and boning in the bodice. This dress has a full silk scarf to either wrap around your neck, or trail along behind. Hand picked zipper at center back with hook and eye closure. Dress is fully lined.
Modern US Size 4 Dress - Bust: 34.5", Waist 28", Shoulder Hem Length: 57"
Scarf - Length: 88.25", Width: 42.25"
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$675.00
Red-tastic!!!!!! Scaasi Boutique strapless gown with a bow at the waist and draping at the bust. The draped skirt takes on a dramatic tulip silhouette, which adds that extra elegance that designer Arnold Scaasi is known for. The dress fastens in back by an invisible zipper and hook-and-eye closure. Perfect for any night of the year or years to come.
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Paco Rabanne vintage rhodoid disk dress. This dress was first featured on the 1966 cover of British Vogue. Paco Rabanne created a limited 'Do It Yourself' version of the dress, packaged in a little plastic suitcase. This is one of them. The discs are silver metallic finished plastic and the rings are gold metal.
Modern US Size: 6 Slit: 6 1/2 inches
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$2,000.00
Breathtaking 1990's Oscar de la Renta Dress is meticulously constructed of Black Silk Faille. Ruffles and rosettes create wonderful texture and interest on the high low skirt accented by ruffles on the three quarter length sleeves. The cinched bodice and pleated V-neck exude vintage glamour and festivity. The bodice is lined with organza. The skirt is fully lined.
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Covered in bugle beads this dress is perfect for a night out. Gold, silver and white bugle beads create wonderful patterns and flowers all over the dress. Small and medium pearl beads can be found along the dress as well. Dress slips over head. Belt has same beading as dress.
Dress - Bust: 36, Waist: 33, Hip: 39, Shoulder Hem Length: 44 1/2, Slit: 10 inches
Belt - Length: 46 3/4, Width: 1 3/4 inches
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$425.00
1980's Scaasi off-shoulder red knee length dress. Elegance in silhouette and in simplicity. Short sleeves, 13" side slit and darting at the bust and waist add to the refined silhouette. Wear with a blazer and pumps for a busy work day and throw on a necklace and off the jacket and your ready for any charity event or to just out for a chance to dance the night away. Make this classic Scassi yours!
Seam allowance can be let out 1 inch Hem can be lengthened 1 3/4 inch
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$2,200.00
1980s Giorgio di Sant'Angelo wine velvet gown features a unique ruffled detail at the neck that livens a familiar shape. Front zipper is covered by an exciting Drape/flounce that tapers to the hem lined with a bright wine organza. Rushing at the wrists with three bright wine organza covered buttons add glamour to this stunner.
Modern size 2.
Slit Measurement: 16 1/2 inches
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Beyond fantastic..... is this RARE Pierre Cardin fuchsia ruffled silk taffeta long sleeve gown. This runway piece, designed in the early 1980's, was a show stopper at the Ebony Fashion Fair. Since its unveiling, the gown has lived amongst the gowns in the collection of Mrs. Johnson -the creator of the historic fair- and was never worn again. Gorgeous deep pink with layers and layers of billowing, pleated fabric add extre depth, dimension, and cause for discussion discussion! Gorgeous ribbon at high neckline frames the face perfectly. The gown fastens via a back zipper, two hook-and-eyes and a snap closure. Unbelievable piece by Pierre Cardin, created in the Post Modern era.
Modern size 2, touches the floor on a 5'8" fit model w/o heels.
$800.00
This is a gorgeous Trigere dress with off the shoulder, blouson sleeves crocheted with ribbon. Made of beautiful silk fabric with floral pattern throughout, this beauty of a dress boasts a black satin rose near the left sleeve, giving the dress extra flair. Dress is cut on the bias. With a few snips of thread, the bow is easily removable from the dress. Dress has an equal amount of edge as it does comfort. Can be worn both day and night time. Great for numerous types of occasions. Wonderful dress great for brunch or any social gathering.
Modern size 6
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$525.00
Early 1980's black with multi-color tropical floral print long sleeve dress with fantastic fabric flower at neck. This Pauline Trigere creation has long sleeves which billow out and taper down to a fitted wrist. There is a 5" zipper closure at the end of both sleeves. The waist is accentuated with a fabric belt that is reversible and closes by two hooks and a snap. A single fabric flower is accents the front neckline on this imported fabric piece. The dress closes with a back zipper and hook-and-eye closure. Dress is perfect for fall. Has designer ease.
Modern US Size M-L
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$465.00
Stunning 1980s Pauline Trigere Silk Faille black with gold metallic stripes ballgown and jacket ensemble. The strapless ballgown has a fitted princess seamed bodice and full skirt. Drop waist. Fully lined. Center back zipper and hook and eye closures. The complementing long sleeve jacket has a standing collar. Tucked Bishop sleeves, with a 4.5" zippered closure at the wrists. There are tucks at the waist, in front and back, that help to create a slimming silhouette.
Modern US size 10-12
Ballgown - Bust: 36, Waist: 32, Length: 53 Jacket - Bust: 39, Waist: 32, Shoulder Hem Length: 32.5
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$395.00
This Patricia Rhodes couture dress excuses both sophistication and timelessness. It can be worn for almost any occasion, but isn't your typical LBD. Perfect for the courtroom, a luncheon, church or temple, and almost anything else you can think of that requires upper body coverage. It is quite flattering on any shape and its french collar and cuffs add a little light heartedness to boot. Made of rayon, nylon, and lace with velvet detail, its design is sophisticated and timeless. The finishing detail of a white french collar and cuffs are the icing on the cake. Patricia Rhodes has been said to have fit down to perfection. She has lived up to her reputation with this one.
Measurements: Bust 38" Waist 32" Hips 36" Length 38"
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Look out Fortuny, this is the best Patricia Lester EVER! Gorgeous pleated pink champagne silk with silver bugle beads. Clings to the body in all of the right places. This dress is absolutely stunning. Bolero Jacket is a dream with silver bugle bead detailing and pleats. Truly wonderful!
One size Dress - Shoulder Hem Length: 47 inches Jacket - Shoulder Hem Length: 18 1/2 inches
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$545.00
This fitted indigo taffeta and black velvet dress has a sweetheart neckline with optional halter top straps, and is ankle length. The velvet dress has more than a passing similarity to another of Murray Arbeid's designs - the 1987 red and black velvet flamenco ball gown made famous by Princess Diana! The gown was later sold in 1997 at Christie's Auctions in Manhattan for $25,300.00, to benefit cancer and AIDS charities. Our own Murray Arbeid gown features a dramatic, refined, and absolutely fascinating origami-like pleated embellishment that runs from the upper left neckline, down to the left mid-hip, and stretches across in a triangular-shape, to the right mid-hip, ending in an open fan fold detail. Side zipper.
Modern US Size 2 Slit: 15 inches
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$1,080.00
This eye catching evening gown from Mary McFadden is bound to grab your attention! With its modest silhouette this dress is the perfect dream! Delicate Fortuny-esque pleating gives this dress a classic look, while the taffeta ruffles at the bottom and along the sleeves give this dress the "Oomph" that you're looking for. Sparkles can be found along the ruffles on the sleeves and hemline. Dress has an invisible zipper running from neck until mid-back.
*Sleeve has light padding, creating a slight puff.
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Wonderful 1980's Hanae Mori silk multi-color silk chiffon dress with beautiful batwing sleeves with flow. Sold at Neiman Marcus, the dress boasts a beautiful striped pattern, waving in multiple hues of pink. Boat neckline dips lower in the back. Gathered waistband adding give to the measurements. Pull over dress. Therefore, flows beautiful with no closure stopping the ebb of waves. Wonderful for Spring!
Modern Size: 8 - 10 Bust: 39.5 Waist: 36 Shoulder Hem Length: 58
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1980s Diane Freis silk long sleeve multicolor floral dress. The semi-sheer dress features a scoop neckline and a blouson silhouette from the bust to the waist. The waistband has elastic that has a ruching technique, which creates a gathering effect for the double-layered skirt. The back of the dress is gathered in the middle and was designed to show a key hole. Beautiful sequined beadwork placed perfectly within the floral motif. Dress slips over head.
Modern US size 6
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Timeless yet designed in the 1980s, Mrs. Couture presents this perfect Christian Dior Haute Couture silk evening dress. The dress is labeled "Christian Dior Haute Couture 27369". Color choices, color placement, and silhouette seem so subtle yet are anything but. When is color blocking subtle??? Here! Just a brilliant gown! Bodice is constructed of red silk faille over cream silk crepe with the two-tiered skirt constructed of pleated cream silk crepe. Designed with net petticoat for volume. Waist wrapped in broad band of pleated black silk. Cream under layer with separate zipper at center back. Black waistband with hook and eye closures at center back within under layer. Zippered closure at center back top layer.
Modern US Size 2
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Beautiful "Day to Night", all season, dress with dynamic scalloped edge. This beautiful silhouetted, raw silk garment, hugs the body in all of the right places. Throw a blazer and scarf atop and wear it to the office. Wear with a shawl or sweater and it makes a great dress for a nice lunch with your friends. Princess seams on bodice for fit. 2" drop waist seam. Hidden side pockets. Inside boned corset with inner belt at waist line and quilted breast apex. Hook and eye corset closure. Hidden side zipper. Invisible hem hits right below the knee for an additional classic look. Lined. Made in Italy.
*All MRS Couture garments have been professionally cleaned and thoroughly checked before shipping, so that they are ready to wear upon arrival.
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Bodacious 1980's leopard silk burn out or Devore dress with fur hem by Bill Blass for Neiman Marcus. Thoughtfully embellished with black sequins and beading. Batwing type sleeves button at cuff. Five large black round buttons at back and zipper at skirt. Inner belt at waist. Fully lined in sheer fabric. Shoulder pads.
USA modern size 4 or 6 (see below) 27" waist
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Fabulous Scaasi gold lame dress. Gold Lame is embroidered with gold thread, blue flowers and green vines. Dress bodice is strapless royal blue velvet. Gathered with one pleat in back. Zips at back. The matching jacket buttons at front with gold metal buttons. Long sleeved with over-sized brown fur cuffs. Mrs. Couture thinks the dress without jacket is absolutely stunning! Or pair the jacket with some gold cigarette pants and kitten toe pumps and you can party the night way! Both pieces are dramatic and beautiful.
Ensemble is a modern size 2/4.
Dress - Bust: 31, Waist: 27.5, Length: 20.5 inches Jacket - Bust: 34. Waist: 36, Shoulder Hem Length: 19.5 inches
*All MRS Couture garments have been professionally cleaned and thoroughly checked before shipping, so that they are ready to wear upon arrival.