1940s Martha Weathered Black Persian Lamb Suit with Sable Trim
$625.00
Martha Weathered imported fabrics and owned a boutique in Chicago. This is one of her suits she had designed and made of beautiful black Persian lamb with large sable trim. The jacket has three quarter length sleeves and gorgeous large black sable trim collar and hem. Persian Lamb wrap skirt closes at side with large black buttons. *Geraldine is embroidered in the jacket but can be covered with a pocket at your local furrier or tailor.
Modern size 2-4
Skirt: W 27, H 36, L 25
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1950s Carol Antell Fuchsia Silk and Black Lace Velvet Skirt and Halter
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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"
1950s Neiman Marcus Gabardine Tailored Skirt Suit with White Mink
$465.00
Beautifully tailored hazelnut gabardine skirt suit with white mink cuffs on three quarter length sleeves from Neiman Marcus. Design details in this suit are reminiscent of the 1940's style with its delineated geometric design inserts. Three fabric covered buttons fit through Spanish button holes down the front of the jacket. Front side pockets are within the princess seam. The skirt hits several inches below the knee with no slit. Simple construction with waist band, darts and side zipper. Fits a modern size 4. Jacket is fully lined. Jacket has two functional side pockets along the princess seams.
Skirt Measures: L: 27.5" H: 35.5" W: 27"
Jacket is fitted
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1960s Emilio Pucci Wool Neutral Geometric Print Wrap Skirt
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Instantly captivating wrap skirt by Emilio Pucci!
It features Pucci's classic allover print, this one being a beautiful medley of earthy colors and interesting shapes.
This skirt features many women's favorite thing, pockets! The closure of this skirt consists a mixture of buttons and snaps that are all hidden for a clean finish!
Did you know that Emilio Pucci actually got his start making clothes for a local ski team before he gained international acclaim!
DESIGNER
Emilio Pucci
BRAND
Emilio Pucci
PLACE OF ORIGIN
Italy
PERIOD
1960-1969
CONDITION
Excellent
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WEAR
Wear consistent with age and use.
DIMENSIONS
D 39.75 in.
D 100.97 cm
MARKED SIZE
4-6 (US)
WAIST
26 in. (66.04 cm)
HIP
36 in. (91.44 cm)
LENGTH
39.75 in. (100.97 cm)
1960s Greek Designer Roula Stathis Hand Printed Red Geometric Skirt- Rare
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Red, black and white graphic print woven wool maxi skirt. The front of the skirt has a large placement print motif while the back is a symmetrical repeat pattern similar to the Dior flower print of the 60's. The wool fabric is woven and bias cut. Fully lined with black Rayon. Side zipper and waist band. Made in Greece. Add black leather boots and a fitted silk sweater top and hit the runway! This maxi is a show stopper.
1960s Woven Wool Maxi Skirt and Fringe Shawl Size 12
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Beautiful woven skirt and matching shawl in amber tones! This ensemble features a maxi a - line skirt with wide waist band, as well as a triangular gold - fringed shawl. The fabric is loosely woven wool and is soft to the touch. Skirt is beautifully lined.
Shawl 58" long.
1963 Yves Saint Laurent Couture Evening Dress Owned by Claudette Colbert
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Historically significant 1963 Yves Saint Laurent garnet red couture beaded evening ensemble. This two piece midi skirt and top ensemble was acquired from the estate of Claudette Colbert, preeminent Hollywood Golden Age leading lady. The ensemble consists of a calf-length layered sheer chiffon skirt with structured hem and silk waist band, and a sleeveless top with a mock turtleneck. The top features red and green glass seed bead and chandelier bead loop fringe created by the legendary Maison Lesage. Francois Lesage worked with Yves Saint Laurent and other European designers and houses, providing them with the finest embroidery, beading, and sequin work French couture embroidery could create. This evening ensemble is truly one - of - a - kind!
Zipper closures.
Bust: 34 in
Waist: 26 in
Top L: 22 in
Skirt L: 29 in
1970s Adolfo Mint Green Wool Knit Skirt and Jacket
$465.00
This wonderful example of Adolfo's eye for design features an interesting textured knit in which some of the yarn is looser than others to give an "exposed" look about it. It is decorated with designer cording around the hem, pockets, sleeves, and collar (see image detail). The fit is relaxed with lightly padded broad shoulders. The pencil skirt features similar details as the top and has an elastic waist band. All topped off with gold buttons. Wear them together or separately.
Fun Fact: Despite Adolfo's expansive contributions to knitwear, he actually got his start as millinery and won a Coty Award for his hats in 1955.
Adolfo was a Cuban born American fashion designer who began as a milliner in the 1950's. He was an apprentice at The House of Chanel and The House of Balenciaga until his friend Bill Blass gave him a loan and he opened his Millinery house in 1963. He went on to design couture garments in the 1970's and 1980's.
Jacket Measurements Skirt Measurements
Length: 22" Length: 26"
Bust: 36" Waist: 28"
Waist: 32" Hips: 38"
1970s Adolfo Purple and Black Wool Knit Plaid Skirt Suit
$465.00
Take a look at this wonderful wool skirt suit from Adolfo. Purple and black plaid knit fabric make this piece. It features a slightly tailored jacket with broad shoulders and an interesting collar. A herringbone knit piping and trim that runs the length from the collar to hem and under the arms. Gold buttons decorate the jacket pockets, skirt and jacket closure. The two pieces can be worn separately or together adding versatility to your closet. Adolfo was a Cuban born American fashion designer who started as a milliner in the 1950's. He was an apprentice at the House of Chanel and the House of Balenciaga until his friend Bill Blass gave him a loan and he opened his Millinery house in 1963. He went on to design couture garments in the 1970's and 1980's.
1970s Anne Klein Black and Beige Wool Fringe Skirt and Shawl
$390.00
Beautiful woven skirt and matching shawl in black and beige! This ensemble features a midi a - line skirt with gathered waist and wide waist band, as well as a wide, rectangular shawl. Skirt and shawl are in matching abstract repeating weave pattern with orange and yellow stripe near hem. Both are fringed. button closure with pocket hidden between the closure pleats.
Scarf is 34'X64" Skirt is W- 32". Hip 66", Length 30" Size 14
1970s Geoffrey Beene Dark Wash Denim and Red Zipper Midi Skirt
$255.00
1970's dark wash denim midi skirt from Geoffrey Beene's 'The Beene Bag' line. Large scale red two way zipper keeps this skirt current and functional. Red top stitching at bottom hem and the zipper.
Modern US Size 2
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1970s Giorgio di Sant' Angelo Multi Fabric Cotton Skirt
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Playful mixed bohemian print Giorgio di Sant' Angelo skirt. It's almost a perfect example of his work that fills the textile collections of museums. The eclectic prints range from flowers to clowns. Red trim borders each piece of fabric. Red woven waistband wrap belt with blue, yellow and white threading.
Modern US size S/M.
Adjustable waist belt.
Hem can be lengthened 1/2 of an inch
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1970s Givenchy Red and Black Floral Midi Skirt and Shawl
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Breezy cotton floral motif midi skirt and shawl by Hubert de Givenchy. The shawl is square with a bright, bold red hem, short fringe, and features the Givenchy logo as well as the "Nouvelle Boutique" sign. The A - line pleated midi skirt features a thin black hem, pockets with black trim accents, and a red belt.
Scarf is 54x55 inches
Givenchy is known best for his elegant and innovative haute couture. He began his career working under Elsa Schiaparelli, Jacques Fath, Robert Piguet, and Lucien Lelong. As a young man, he worked alongside Pierre Balmain and Christian Dior who were also making their mark on Parisian fashion.
Givenchy designed Audrey Hepburn’s iconic “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” dress, popularizing the modern “little black dress”. He also designed much of Hepburn’s personal wardrobe. Givenchy was always reinventing himself and with that, revolutionizing the state of fashion. He is credited for creating the “baby doll” dress and “balloon coat,” two designs emblematic of the 1960s.
Clients include Ingrid Bergman, Maria Callas, Nona Hendryx, Marlene Dietrich, Greta Garbo, Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Empress Farah Pahlavi, Comtesse Jacqueline de Ribes, Baroness Pauline de Rothschild, and Diana Vreeland.
1970s Gucci Black Leather and Suede Buckle Skirt
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1970s Hand Screened Goldfish Green Quilted Cotton Maxi Skirt
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Wonderfully fun and beautiful, 1970's green maxi skirt with hand screened gold fish print by Design Thai 12 of Bangkok. The skirt also features a zig-zag top stitching with a wavy watered border technique, adding more uniqueness to the overall design. Zipper along with snap and hook closures at center back. Perfect Spring Break Resort Wear, summer beach or wherever, whenever...just for fun!!!
Fits a modern U.S. size: 4-6.
Hem: 3 inches can be lengthened.
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1970s Iconic Givenchy Red and White Suits of Cards Straight Button Front Skirt
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Fabulous red and white polkadot skirt by Hubert de Givenchy! The skirt primarily features polkadots, with small hearts, spades, diamonds, and clubs in rows, breaking up the dots. The skirt features five small red buttons running down the front, as well as a short vent in front and hidden side pockets.
Givenchy is known best for his elegant and innovative haute couture. He began his career working under Elsa Schiaparelli, Jacques Fath, Robert Piguet, and Lucien Lelong. As a young man, he worked alongside Pierre Balmain and Christian Dior who were also making their mark on Parisian fashion.
Givenchy designed Audrey Hepburn’s iconic “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” dress, popularizing the modern “little black dress”. He also designed much of Hepburn’s personal wardrobe. Givenchy was always reinventing himself and with that, revolutionizing the state of fashion. He is credited for creating the “baby doll” dress and “balloon coat,” two designs emblematic of the 1960s.
Clients include Ingrid Bergman, Maria Callas, Nona Hendryx, Marlene Dietrich, Greta Garbo, Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Empress Farah Pahlavi, Comtesse Jacqueline de Ribes, Baroness Pauline de Rothschild, and Diana Vreeland.
1970s Mario Valentino Pine Green Italian Suede Skirt
$400.00
Green suede symmetrically pleated Mario Valentino skirt. Skirt is knee length, with a wide waist band, and zipper closure. Has pockets hidden in the pleats! Made in Italy.
1970s Oscar de la Renta Silk Maxi Skirt in Blue, Green, Red Floral
$250.00
Wild and wonderful floral skirt by Oscar! The skirt is maxi length, with a pleated A - line silhouette, and a wide waist. The fabric is electric, with bright stripes of blue, green, and red that swirl together when in movement. The stripes are overlaid with a playful black floral vine print, adding to the playfulness. A black satin hem completes the look! Wear with a chambray shirt, point toe pumps, and an envelope clutch for maximum SoHo vibes
MARKED SIZE
4 See measurements (US)
WAIST
28 in. (71.12 cm)
HIP
58 in. (147.32 cm)
LENGTH
36 in. (91.44 cm)
1970s Pauline Trigere Black and Red Plaid Wool Cape and Skirt
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This classic Trigere is the epitome of a classic yet cozy ensemble -but with a Sherlock Holmes twist. The rich pattern of this ensemble makes such a statement, we don't recommend sitting this one out! Wonderful wool coat features five functioning buttons as well as a collar that drapes over the shoulders. Coat features holes for arms, but instead of an actual sleeve, it turns into a cape! Skirt features invisible zipper as well as two hook and eye closures and a snap. Both coat and skirt are approximately ankle length. Perfect for the colder months. Wear either as a set or individually. Jacket is fully lined.
Skirt measurements: W: 33" H: 43.5" L: 36.5"
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1970s Piera Patritti Plisse Silk Multi - Tier Floral Skirt - Italy
$400.00
1970s Thai Silk Pink Butterfly Quilted Maxi Skirt
$355.00
1970s pink butterfly print quilted maxi skirt with detached fabric belt by Fabulous Things Siam. Skirt is handwoven and 100% silk. Back zipper and hook-and-eye closure.
Fits a modern U.S. size: 6-8.
Belt: Width: 2, Length: 71
Hem: Can be lengthened 2 inches
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1970s Yves Saint Laurent Chocolate Moire Satin Fall Skirt
$265.00
It's all about fall. This YSL skirt is a great example of the ethnic-inspired "peasant" clothing Saint Laurent designed throughout his career. This chocolate brown moire A-line skirt is a gathered midi length with an embroidered fall flower border. Consider styling with a pair of riding boots and a silk sweater. Waist band. Back zip for a closure.
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1985 Donna Karan "Seven Easy Pieces Collection" Black Wool Wrap Skirt
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“THE wrap skirt” was designed in black lightweight wool goes with absolutely everything!
In 1985, after having worked at Anne Klein for over a decade (Klein so trusted her judgement that she brought Karan with her to the famous "Battle of Versailles" show in 1973), she created her own brand and shook the world with her first runway show. Her runway show, titled "Seven Easy Pieces," was the world's first curated capsule collection. Built around a black body suit, the collection included a tailored jacket, skirt, pants, cashmere sweater, leather jacket, and an evening dress. These essential pieces were meant to be worn interchangeably, a revolutionary idea in the fashion world, allowing women (particularly working women) the freedom to look professional but not stuffy. This classic wrap skirt is a part of fashion history!
1990s Alaia Indigo and Brown Suede Sarong Wrap Skirt
$570.00
Fabulous curve-hugging suede pencil skirt by Alaia! The skirt is primarily indigo suede, with brown suede casually draped over the hips and gathered at the waist with a bronze - tone O - ring belt.
*The skirt is shown laying flat. The third and fourth images show the skirt at a 3/4 view and from the back.
Alaia moved to Paris in the 1950s, after finishing his studies at the École des Beaux-Arts in Tunisia. He worked for various houses and designers including Christian Dior, Guy Laroche, and Thierry Mugler, before striking it out on his own. Alaia’s work caught the discerning eyes of the Parisian elite, including Countess Nicole de Blégiers and Louise de Vilmorin, as well as Greta Garbo.
In the 1980s, Alaia rose to prominence on the international stage with his body conscious, curve hugging designs. “The Trinity” of reigning supermodels of the day, Naomi Campbell (with whom he shaded a loving father-daughter relationship(he would even take her to dentist appointments!)), Linda Evangelista, and Christy Turlington, were seen time and time again in his slinky dresses and sky high heels. He also designed much of the wardrobe of Grace Jones' character “May Day” in the 1985 James Bond Film “A View to Kill”.
In the 1990s, after the death of his beloved sister Hafida, Alaia withdrew from fashion. He eventually returned after conducting a series of business moves in the 2000s -involving Prada and the Richmond group (owner of Chloe and Cartier)- that would guarantee his artistic freedom as well as financial safety.
Azzedine Alaia was the master of his own destiny, rejecting aspects of the fashion industry including the traditional calendar, timelines, and advertising norms. He refused to bend to the market’s will. He was a perfectionist who would show his work only when it was finished. Alaia was internationally renowned, his designs appearing on the covers of magazines, runways across the globe, and in the halls of Museums. He was made a chevalier of the Légion d’Honneur in 2008.
Clients include: Countess Nicole de Blégiers, Louise de Vilmorin, Greta Garbo, Michelle Obama, Rihanna, Madonna, Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Farida Khelfa, Sophie Hicks, Stephanie Seymour, Marion Cotillard, Alicia Silverstone, Carla Bruni, Nicki Minaj, Victoria Beckham, Kim Kardashian, Gwyneth Paltrow, Solange Knowles, and Behati Prinsloo.
1990s Courreges Green Mod Mini Skirt with White Accent Zipper
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Adorable spring green mini by Courreges! The skirt falls above the knee, with an A - line silhouette, wide waist band, and white hardware that compliments the cheery green of the fabric perfectly! The skirt has two front pockets, one at each hip, has a double snap button closure on the waistband, and an exposed zipper that runs down the front of the skirt. The zipper body and pull are oversized, adding a bit of whimsy to the piece.
The skirt, with its classic mod silhouette is a clear callback to the 1960s, when Andre Courreges first made his name creating futurist - inspired clothing using the newest manufacturing techniques and fabrics.
1990s Givenchy by Galliano Navy and Leather Cape Skirt Suit
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This fabulous statement cape proves Galliano's talent when he took over the helm of the coveted fashion house Givenchy as its founder retired. This navy wool cape with a leather collar along the neck gives a gal an image of both power and ease. Additionally, the cape has leather trimming along the arm slits. Three functional leather buttons that can be found atop the left shoulder. There are two pockets on the cape that are lined by leather. The pencil skirt is simple with leather trimming at the waist and framing two pockets. Perfect for any wardrobe as it is great for day or evening. Can be worn as separates. We covet the idea of this Cape paired with a pair of uber comfortable jeans and a fierce pair of boots! Or wear the cape to keep you warm on your way out of the office or night on the town! Dress the skirt up with a lace blouse. The leather trim will kick it up a notch! In addition, this number can be worn almost any season as an ensemble or as separates. Did we say "A Must Have!" yet?
Cape - Shoulder Hem Length: 32 in
Skirt - Waist: 31in, Hip: 41in, Length: 46in, Slit: 11.25 in
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2000 Fall / Winter Keita Maruyama Blue Geometric Felt Circle Skirt
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2001 NWT Chanel Purple and Brown Mark Lucky Clover Pleated Skirt
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Gorgeous silk skirt by Chanel! This skirt sits at the natural waist and falls at the knee. Skirt skims the hips then blossoms into knife pleats. The "Mark Clover" print features the recurring patterns of four clovers in a round formation with the famous linked "CC" at the center. Mother of pearl button closure reads "Chanel Paris."
Vintage Issey Miyake Hokokai Print Straight Skirt
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Love, Love, Love this vintage Issey Miyake Hokokai print straight skirt. Dress it up or dress it down. Great for travel! New Old Stock -- unworn. Wide Japanese dot design at the hem draws your eye up and down the skirt. Yoke waist band fits like a glove. Symmetrical hidden pockets in front right under yoke. Fabric is a comfortable stretch. Two gun metal buttons at back with a zippered closure. Kick pleat at center back.
Modern US Size: 4
Hem: Can be lengthened 1.25in
Vintage Jenast Paris Black and Olive Knit Wear 1920s Deco Print Skirt Set
$440.00
Custom slinky knit skirt and blouse set with coordinating graphics! The skirt falls just below the knee, and features a crowd of flappers in blue, cream, olive, and red, with their high hems and fluffy fur stoles, standing below a pointillism dotted sky. The silk blouse is primarily black, with a bateau neckline and short sleeves, one of which features an appliquéd image of a flapper, donning a red cloche hat. Oh we love it!
Top Length - 25.5"
Skirt Length - 25"
Fabric by Jenast Paris. Jenast was a firm that supplied interesting, fine fabric to design houses through the latter half of the 20th century.
