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$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
*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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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
$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"
$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
*All MRS Couture garments have been professionally cleaned and thoroughly checked before shipping, so that they are ready to wear upon arrival.
$1,800.00
INCREDIBLE! We love this flashy dress and jacket set by Bill Blass! The ensemble includes a gold, brown, and silver fully sequined cocktail dress with a moddish knee - length A - line silhouette that includes a high jewel neckline and short sleeves. The jacket is knee - length as well, with long sleeves, a round neckline, and a straight - down - the - middle closure in front. The exterior of the jacket is plush, marled grey wool, the interior is lines in the same brilliant sequin fabric as the dress. This unconventional set is fantastic, and can be worn together or separately, with each garment as a fantastic statement piece!
Coat Measurements:
Bust 36"
Length 38"
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Elegant black velvet tunic and pants set! This knee length, sleeveless tunic features a stunning gold embroidered trim along the V-neck with dangling gold-tone metallic teardrop shaped adornments that shake playfully when worn. The pants have flared legs and a high waist.
Top - Bust: 36 1/2, Empire Waist: 31 1/2, Waist: 32, Hip: 40 1/2, Shoulder Hem Length: 32 3/4 inches
Pants - Waist: 29, Hip: 38, Length: 40 1/4, Inseam: 26 3/4 inches
*All MRS Couture garments and accessories have been professionally cleaned and thoroughly checked before shipping. They are ready to wear upon arrival.
$585.00
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$445.00
Classic tweed maxi dress by Chester Weinberg! This dress consists of subtle but interesting features such as its multicolored check contrast on the skirt and the metal decorative buttons!
This dress is fully lined.
DIMENSIONS
D 40 in.
D 101.6 cm
MARKED SIZE
6-8 (US)
BUST
36 in. (91.44 cm)
WAIST
30 in. (76.2 cm)
HIP
42 in. (106.68 cm)
LENGTH
40 in. (101.6 cm)
$695.00
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Beautiful and vibrant Emilio Pucci for Formfit Rodgers nylon top and pants two-piece lounge set. The short-sleeve top can be worn loose or tied in a crop format. The pants have an elastic waistband and flared leg. The "Pucci" logo can be seen throughout the garment. Can be worn as a bathing suit cover up, as separates, or to sleep. We think you need to lounge around the cabana on your next trip to the beach! Well preserved with colors as vibrants as the day it was created! Modern size 4.
*All MRS Couture garments have been professionally cleaned and thoroughly checked before shipping and are ready to wear upon arrival.
$550.00
Beautiful full knee-length skirt and halter crop top ensemble custom made in Central America in the mid 1960s. Both pieces are made of intricately woven wool fabric in red, yellow, green, and blue. Skirt has a hem decorated with undulating lines, petals. Halter top has stitching detail. Halter top only ties at the neck so go bare or wear a colored bra or another halter underneath. Pictures shown are pinned back. A strap could be added by a seamstress.
Size XS-0
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Stylish umber, tawny, two piece blouse and jumpsuit features an abstract circle pattern and a glamorous Madeira belt which forms a bow and is attached to the blouse. Cuffs on sleeves include buttons and button loops. Jumpsuit is empire waist with the bodice in flesh color. Fun moving circle pattern continues to pants. Buttons and button loops on center back of blouse, zipper on jumpsuit as closure.
Modern Size 2-4
Blouse - Bust: 37, Waist: 28 1/2, Hip: 41, Shoulder Hem Length: 29 1/2, Wrist: 8 1/4 inches
Jumpsuit - Bust: 36, Empire Waist: 29, Hip: 38 1/2, Shoulder Hem Length: 57 3/4, Inseam: 32 1/2 inches
Blouse bodice seam allowance can be let out 1/4 inch
Jumpsuit pant seam allowance can be let out 1/4 inch
*All MRS Couture garments and accessories have been professionally cleaned and thoroughly checked before shipping. They are ready to wear upon arrival.
$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.
*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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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
*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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Very striking 1960s Rudy Gernreich for Harmon Knitwear top and culottes set. The top features long, red knit sleeves, red knit stomach panels, and a crew neck, as well as purple and olive wool panels creating the illusion of a layered crop top halterneck over a red long sleeve shirt. The wool blend culottes feature a fun and funky pattern that is not quite zigzag, not quite zebra, and not quite hounds tooth but is definitely vibrant! The colors play off of each other, and in unison create an eye-popping ensemble that is the perfect example of the avante garde, innovate, adventurous designs Rudi Gernreich was known for.
Modern US Size 2-4
Top - Bust: 34, Waist: 28, Shoulder Hem Length: 20 3/4, Wrist: 7 3/4 inches
Skirt Pants - Waist: 27 1/2, Length: 40, Inseam: 25 1/2
*Image 8 depicts the design at "Geinreich Bold", a 2008 Ohio exhibition of his work at Kent State, and is part of the documentation. See the following link for more information: http://www.kent.edu/museum/rudi-gernreich-bold ~Tag was previously cut out on this ensemble. Additional tag picture shown from another item in the collection purchased at auction authenticates the brand.
**All MRS Couture garments and accessories have been professionally cleaned and thoroughly checked before shipping. They are ready to wear upon arrival.
$4,000.00
This same ensemble is found in a number of museum collections including the FIDM archive (of which a photograph is included). Striking 1960s Rudy Gernreich for Harmon Knitwear dress and sweater set. The playful ensemble consists of a solid black long sleeve pullover sweater with princess seams, accent belt, solid white round flat collar, and short red bow. The dress underneath the sweater is short sleeved, with a jewel collar, and a bell - like silhouette with a skirt flaring from the bust. The bold colors play off of each other, and in unison create an eye-popping ensemble that works as a perfect example of the avante garde, innovate, adventurous designs Rudi Gernreich was known for!
Born in Vienna, Austria, Rudolf “Rudi” Gernreich developed his love for high fashion from his aunt, Hedwig Müller, who owned a dress shop. At the age of eight, after his father -a stocking manufacturer who had served in World War I- committed suicide, Gernreich began spending more time at his aunt’s shop, learning about fabrics, the dress trade, and sketching her designs for the Viennese elite. After having seen his sketches, Austrian designer Ladislaus Zcettel offered a 12-year-old Gernreich a fashion apprenticeship in London, but his mother, Elisabeth, refused as Gernreich was still very young.
In 1938 Gernreich and his mother immigrated to Los Angeles as Jewish refugees fleeing the German Anschluss. Life was difficult, and for a time the family subsisted on pastries Elizabeth baked and Rudi sold door to door. Gernreich’s first job was preparing cadavers for autopsy; although the job was grim, Gernreich claimed it gave him an opportunity to study anatomy, “I do smile sometimes when people tell me my clothes are so body-conscious I must have studied anatomy. You bet I studied anatomy.”
Inspired by modern dancer Martha Graham, Gernreich joined the Leslie Horton Modern Dance Troupe from 1942 to 1948. Dance provided Gernreich with an understanding of motion and how clothing moved with the body. Gernreich became a costume designer, eventually becoming a freelance designer. Gernreich worked for dress manufacturers in California and New York, where he was expected to base his designs off of the already-popular “New Look.” Gernreich subverted expectations of a feminine nipped-waist look when he presented his avant grade, mod designs. Gernreich established his own company in 1960, and also began designing dramatic ready-to-wear sportswear and casual knitwear pieces for Harmon Knitwear
Although high-end, Gernreich created works that were youthful and fun, showcasing his strong understanding of shape, color, form, and the human body. His designs sought to liberate the female form from structured fashion, and to challenge reigning beauty and gender norms. Gernreich spearheaded the mod minidress movement, and among his most scandalous designs are bathing suits with cutouts, topless nightgowns and dresses, thong bikinis, body decals, dresses with vinyl cutouts, and androgynous pantsuits. Gernreich also designed the iconic “monokini” and the “no-bra” bra that was the antithesis of the structured bras that dominated the 1960s, lead the “Total Look” movement that involved a fully-matching outfit, including shoes, coat, hat, and undergarments, all in optical art inspired prints, and produced a conceptual collection in 1970, featuring reveling yet utilitarian unisex clothing that was meant to represent Gernreich’s vision of the future of fashion. Gernreich even produced the clothing in the very first fashion video, “Basic Black: William Claxton w/ Peggy Moffitt.”
In 1967, Time magazine declared Gernreich to be “the most way-out, far-ahead designer in the U.S,” and with his innovative, experimental, adventurous designs, it would be difficult to deny that Rudi Gernreich was a designer ahead of his time.
$865.00
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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
$465.00
This Adolfo sweater and skirt set is the perfect balance between fitted and flowing hitting all the pulse points of your figure. It features a cozy black long sleeve sweater top adorned with gold buttons and a beautiful purple and red plaid silk detachable collar. The sleeves taper then flare out at the cuffs with the coordinating plaid. Silk flowing skirt is light weight and moves as you walk. The top zips at the back and the skirt zips at the side. 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.
Top Measurements Length:24" Bust: 34" Waist:30" Skirt Measurements Length: 30" Waist: 28" Hips: 36"
$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"
$465.00
$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
$425.00
Sharp vintage wool long sleeve jumpsuit with a sporty tailored edge. The jumpsuit is full length, with long sleeves, wide two - button cuffs, and a 70s long notched collar! Breast pockets feature button closure pointed flaps. Waist is cinched by matching belt. Zips up the front and on both pant sides. Vented shirt back can be tucked in or left open.
$435.00
70s Bill Tice peach ensemble. Gaucho pants and button front blouse with tie create an easy flowing style. Add the peach brushed wool jacket for cool weather. Jacket is bound around neckline and sleeves. Boots, heels or flats can be worn with this set any time of year to showcase your personal style. Wear to work, for a casual gathering or out at night. This ensemble is versatile and great for travel.
Modern US size 2
Top - Bust: 38, Waist: 37 1/2, Shoulder Hem Length: 23 1/2 inches
Pant - Waist: 22, Length: 37, Inseam: 22 1/2 inches
Jacket - Bust: 39 1/2, Waist: 39, Shoulder Hem Length: 25
*All MRS Couture garments have been professionally cleaned and thoroughly checked before shipping, so that they are ready to wear upon arrival
$400.00
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$385.00
Fantastic 1970s lace ensemble with orange grosgrain ribbon that is woven vertically throughout the overdress and shorts. The outfit was originally from the high-end Houston boutique, Esther Wolf. Both garments are lined with organza. The long sleeved overdress has a scoop front neckline, which then turns into a V in back. Overdress has an opening from center front waist to bottom. Scalloped edges run along the center front opening, wrists of sleeves, and bottom of shorts. Center back hook and eye and zippered closures on overdress. Center front hook and eye and zippered closures on shorts.
Modern US size 4-6
Overdress - Bust: 38, Waist: 32, Shoulder Hem Length: 54
Shorts - Waist: 29, Hip: 38, Length: 14, Inseam: 2.75
*All MRS Couture garments and accessories have been professionally cleaned and thoroughly checked before shipping. They are ready to wear upon arrival.
$600.00
Rich wool and pristine technique and excuation are almost as noticeable as bold colors of red, green, navy, and yellow plaid dress and jacket by Galanos! This ensemble includes a fit and flare a - line dress with pleated skirt, no sleeves, and a high jewel neck collar. The jacket has a high mandarin - like collar, long sleeves, a flared hem, and gold buttons on its double breasted front. The jacket is lined.
Jacket will fit a size 4-6, Sleeve Length 24", Jacket Length- 26" Dress is 6-8
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$425.00
This brilliant Mollie Parnis is so elegant, so perfect for summer, and so perfect for day to evening wear. Great individual pieces to be worn as separates consisting of a gold striped skirt and a peasant blouse. We love the blouse with a pair of jeans and a high strappy heel for a night out to dinner and/or dancing. Blouse ties at front and has a sheer lined bodice. Sheer beige band on bottom of bodice with fine hem finish. Skirt has waist band, side zipper and clasp. Pair it with a cotton tee and some flip flops and channel your inner hippie. Whether worn together or as separates, this Parnis is a truly beautiful creation!
Modern US Size 4/6
Top - Bust: 42in, Waist: 37.5in
Shoulder Hem Length: 22.75 in
Skirt - Waist: 28in, Hip: 40.5in,
Length: 25.5 in
Skirt seam allowance can be let out 1/2 of an inch
Skirt hem can be lengthened 3/4 of an inch
*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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$800.00
Simply astounding evening dress ensemble by Pauline Trigere. The ensemble consists of a dramatic skirt and matching cardigan. The skirt is maxi length with an A - line silhouette and narrow waistband. The cardigan is hip length, with long sleeves and an open front. The ensemble is fabulous, with sheer black base and scalloped devore burnout velvet that shimmers beautifully. Wear with a black silk romper (or our listed silver lame Pauline Trigere romper!) topped with the cardigan tucked wrap - like into the skirt for some 70s studio 54 fabulousness!
Skirt Measurements
Waist: 30"
Hip: 32"
Length: 42.5
Jacket Measurements:
Bust: 34"
Length: 26"
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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"
*All Mrs. Couture garments have been professionally cleaned and thoroughly checked before shipping, so that they are ready to wear upon arrival.
$525.00
Fantastic and uber comfy 1970's Stephen Burrows silk cream and light brown jumpsuit. Lined. Perfect for day or evening. Ready for the beach or any dance floor. We think its low halter back requires a Studio 54 floor, a hip hop groove and some mighty fine strapped pumps! The floral print has a hand drawn look with the light brown hue adding depth to the print. Halter top with open back. The top ties at center back neck. Center back hook and snap closures. Two sashes also tie at center back. Gathering at the waist.
Modern US Size 4-6 (Gathered Waist)
Hem can be lengthened 3/4 of an inch
*All MRS Couture garments and accessories have been professionally cleaned and thoroughly checked before shipping. They are ready to wear upon arrival.
$300.00
An ensemble that screams 1980s glamour and extravagance ! It features a top with the classic power shoulders, an interesting asymmetrical and pleated snapped front, and a tie around hem. The sleeves and skirt are made of a rich deep green velvet that shimmers in light!
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$500.00
Immediately after she introduce America to the wrap dress, a young Diane Von Furstenberg gave us a silk pantsuit in a number of varieties that brought the concept of comfort and femininity to leisurewear. Today, this jumpsuit would be great in any work environment with a blazer worn over it and in almost any work environment just as she made it. The print used on this piece is one of her most well known to date, with a number of classic DVF pictures where she is wearing the print in a different colorway.
Modern size 4/6.
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$1,100.00
Designer ensemble from Geoffrey Beene featuring a long wool knit printed dress with floral motifs & silk matelasse bodice. The beautifully quilted bolero has faux front pockets and star buttons and is lined in printed silk. The eight inch hem is quilted adding weight and form. On top of everything it comes with a belt/scarf made of the same fabric as the bodice with large pom poms. This ensemble is a wonderful addition to your fall and winter wardrobe!
Geoffrey Beene began his career in the 1950s, designing under numerous New York houses including Teal Traina, finally opening his own label in 1963. Beene was incredibly conscious of the human body, and was particularly regardful of the figure in motion - as Beene once said “clothing is nothing until it hits the body." His designs were created to work with the client’s body, encasing it lightly and giving it a more artful structure. Beene's reinterpretations of dress formality, use of synthetics, and unusual combination of materials (accessories in acrylic and diamonds, for example), set him aside from his contemporaries who focused on the business of fashion, rather than the artistry of fashion
Dimensions
Length: 59 in. (149.86 cm)
Marked Size: 4 See measurements (US)
Bust: 36 in. (91.44 cm)
Waist: 28 in. (71.12 cm)
Hip: 42 in. (106.68 cm)
$785.00