• Designer:Jane Derby New York. The dress features a boldfuchsia and crimson floral print over a deep black background, giving it dramatic mid-century visual impact. The fabric has a rich, crisp hand that holds its shape beautifully, typical of quality early-60s construction.
FASHIONED OF A BLACK SILK FAILLE AND IS FULLY BATTED THROUGHOUT WITH THE INTERIOR LINED IN A WHITE SILK SATIN WITH A GATHERED TOP POCKET ON THE INNER SIDE. DATING TO THE EDWARDIAN ERA. HOOK AND EYE CLOSURE IN THE FRONT WITH FROG CLOSURES.
The textile is unmarked, black faille, and is lightweight. This dress is unlined with three quarter length sleeves, wide lapels, a button front, and a full skirt. Poor- Item is not wearable and could only be used for repurposing or a pattern.
Just Gorgeous with OUTSTANDING SLEEVES! Bishop Sleeve -Leg-A-Mutton Sleeve Top/Waist – FULL CHANTILLY LACE OVER SILK! Fabrics in the beautiful garment include: chantilly lace; a fine black silk; a sturdier, medium weight faille type black silk; silk (?) netting, velvet ribbon trim and an applied lace. The boned bodice is intricately constructed and hand made by a master costumer! a black silk interior is fully covered by Chantilly lace that hangs loosely over the front. But…it is the sleeves that MAKE this top. I’ve never seen such intricate detail or so many elements! These sleeves are the silk backed/lace combo for a 14 inch length ..but then an additional 13 inch sleeve « wrist extensions » were added that are beautifully made from silk netting, trimmed in velvet and finished then with another accent lace! They tie with velvet small ribbons Please review the pictures SIZE: Very Small. It measures a 12′ shoulder, 24′ waist and about 30′ bust. CONDITION: This beauty has very few flaws. There appears to be some very slight age toning around the neckline and perhaps? on the wrist velvet lace. If carefully inspected several small separations can be found in the lace that are both hard to find or see with the black silk backing. Overall in wonderful condition for both the materials and age. CARE: This garment is not brittle, however, please note that antique silks are extremely delicate and any rough handling could create damage. Garment should be gently re-shaped and perhaps stuffed for a while with either 100% white cotton fabric or acid-free tissue after storage/shipping. Acquired in a true Victorian/Edwardian estate and guaranteed of the period. For your reference please see the last picture of watered silk ribbon found in with other textiles and wound on part of a 1873 bank advertising card. Additionally (sold last year), were writing paper backed crazy quilt squares that showed dates in the 1860’s. Many pieces of sterling silver flatware bore engraving dates in the 1850’s. This family lived in the Cincinnati area from about 1850-1925. All of our antique fabrics are unlaundered. If you wish extra pictures or want to know more about this item please feel free to contact me thru the « ask seller a question » link Click here to view other southbarn auctions IMPORTANT FINE PRINT Shipping/Handling: We ship USPS to Continental USA only – no international shipping. Purchase Response and Payment: If any payment questions, please make contact within 2 days of purchase. Payment is accepted in US funds only and must be received within 3 business days. We do not accept payment in foreign currencies. Sales Terms: I attempt with the photos and item description to point out to any major defects I’ve observed but am not infallible. Please read the full description, review the photos and e-mail with any question prior to bidding. Items, even when in unopened retail packaging, are to be considered used, vintage and/or antique. As we are not the original owner items cannot be guaranteed pet hair, smoke or storage odor free and are sold as-is. We recycle packing materials when possible to help save our environment. Sales Taxes. Ebay is now automatically collecting taxes for sales to some states. I do not add sales tax to your purchase. If your total purchase price invoice includes state sales taxes, EBay is complying with your State’s laws. THANKS FOR VISITING
Black dress. dress length « . » double for circumference. across middle » double that. across back shoulder « . may be or may not be.
Vintage 50s dress by Cadillac Originals. -Made of heavy black faille fabric.-Scoop neck in front and back.-Oversized blue bow with matching woven fabric down the bodice.-Attached rayon acetate and net crinoline.-Full skirt lined with net for stiffness.-Metal side zipper.-Black rosette not included and NFS. PHOTOS ARE CONSIDERED PART OF THE DESCRIPTION Note: Last photo shows tiny seam stress at the right armpit. Tiny spots of color bleed at the corners of the woven blue ribbon. A couple of pinholes on the woven blue ribbon. Additional crinoline used but not included. Very good vintage condition with minor signs age and wear. Fits Small or Medium (with era appropriate undergarments). However, please refer to measurements to ensure a proper fit. Bust: 37”Waist: 27”Hips: 46”Length: 47” Mannequin measures: 5’8″ tall/33″bust/25″ waist/35″ hips All items are sold AS IS. These are vintage pieces, 20 plus years old! I may miss flaws or condition issues. Please expect imperfections!Additional measurements and photos can be provided upon request.To ensure a great fit with vintage garments, accessories and shoes, I recommend comparing measurements to a similar garment that you own and love the fit.
Editors say a lot of things that turn out to be stupid after a few decades. Modern affordable dresses are cheap. They’re flammable. A synthetic black faille dress with lots of texture, built-in curves, the armholes are slightly cut in so it’s a bit sporty.
FASHIONED OF BLACK SILK FAILLE WITH A SLATTED REAR AND BUSTLE BACK. A BLACK BLUE SILK VELVET TRIMS THE FRONT WITH SATIN COVERED COIN BUTTONS CLOSING. THIS PIECE IS AN EARLY PIECE OF MATERNITY WEAR, BUT NOTE THE CONDITION, SOLD AS ACQUIRED.
Authentic Vintage Victorian 1880s Black Silk and Lace Ladies BodiceAdd a touch of elegance to your wardrobe with this Antique ladies bodice. The beautiful black silk faille and wide lace used to create this bodice is of quality. It is an original piece from the pre-1890s, making it a special item for collectors. Bodice is fully boned with a hook & eye front closure.Silk decorative trim also accent the front of the bodice. Two rows of wide gathered black lace form a caplet over the shoulders. Swallowtail back, and Civil War era sleeves. This Vintage clothing is a must-have for every fashion enthusiast. CONDITION:Can be worn with care. A very well cared for bodice. SIZE:15″ Bust measured flat armpit to armpit 12″ Waist measured flat13″ Sleeve length14″ measured across the top of shoulders Please ask questions Prior To Bidding. I’ll be happy to answer. All Sales Final. Sorry, No Returns. No Refunds. Items that I describe as vintage are preowned and will NOT BE in mint condition. There will always be some sign of wear or age. Please see all PHOTOS as they explain condition.
Very stylish Victorian bodice jacket recalls the Gibson Girl aesthetic, with a high neck and high waisted blouson or pigeon breasted form, as well as wonderful dressmaking details. There is a black netting overlaying the silk faille with little silk baubles hanging all over it, black lace trim on the cuffs with tiny silk buttons to close, black lace trim on the dagged-edge wide collar at back which also overlays the shoulders, and a lace ruffle along the high neck piece which wraps around to close in back. Fully boned and with a buckram strip at high waist with large hooks on it for securing a skirt over it. Measures 30 Bust and 24 waist with 15 inch length. Someone has affixed a vintage silk rose to the jacket which, while romantic looking, is not quite to period but I wasn’t sure how to remove it without damaging the jacket which is in VERY good condition other than a hidden one inch tear to the interior silk where the hooks and eyes are.I cannot accept returns on antique items so please ask any questions prior to purchase and view all photos as well as reading the complete description, thanks.
Lined: Red taffeta. The black fur collar is tacked on, easy to remove. evening oropera coat. Very breakfast at Tiffany`s. ~ Good: Still wearable but needs repair ( new zippers,small holes . Fair : Most likely not wearable for study or pattern making. ).
Vintage 1970s Victor Costa black faille cocktail dress. Midi length. Triple strap detail. Shaped top, gathered skirt. Boning at sides. Center back zipper. Detachable tie belt. ****there is an area of discoloration on the front skirt, at above knee level, see last photo. No size tag, fits size M/L. Garment measurements– bust: 37″ waist: 28″ hips: 42″ front length from top of strap measured straight down: approx 43″
DATING TO THE VICTORIAN 19TH CENTURY FASHIONED OF A DEEP BLUE BLACK SILK FAILLE WITH THE BOTTOM IN PINCHED AND PLEAT RUFFLING WITH A BLACK COTTON VELVET TRIMMING THE RUFFLES THROUGHOUT. LINED IN THE BOTTOM IN BUCKRAM WITH A WOOL BINDING ALONG THE BOTTOM EDGE. GLAZED COTTON WAISTBAND WITH A PAINTED MILK GLASS SINGLE BUTTON CLOSING. A POCKET IS HIDDEN ON ONE SIDE SEAM. CONDITION: THERE IS A LIGHT FIST SIZED AREA OF WEAR WITH SMALL PINHEAD SURFACE FRAYS AND SEVERAL TINY HOLES IN THE CENTER ON THE AREA OF THE BACK OF THE KNEE ON THE REAR LEFT SIDE. INNER BUCKRAM IS SCATTERED WITH SMALL HOLES WITH SMALL ABSENCES SEEN TO THE BINDING THROUGHOUT BUT IT IS HIDDEN BY THE RUFFLE. THERE IS A MOUSE NIPPED HOLE ON THE BOTTOM RUFFLE ABOVE THE VELVET ON THE VERY CENTER REAR AND WHEN THE TOP RUFFLE IS LIFTED, THERE IS AN AREA OF THREE ABSENCES TO THE SILK THAT WERE DONE DURING THE CREATION, UTILIZING EVERY PIECE OF FABRIC AS IT WAS UNSEEN WHEN WORN. A BEAUTIFUL, STRONG AND WEARABLE ANTIQUE BUSTLE SKIRT. SIZING: MEASUREMENTS IN INCHES:WAIST: 27 LENGTH: 42 our business name is ANTIQUE WARDROBE . We can be found online on other platforms as well(Antiquewardrobe_ as well as Antique-Wardrobe ) We reserve the right to end an item IF the item has no bids, but we will not end an item once it has a bid…if an item has a bid we will not end the auction…and if asked to leave it on, we will. ** we NEVER give partial refunds, if something was missed, we are indeed human and although rare… a mistake can happen… return the item Shipping as well as customs cannot be avoided on eBay , but other platforms do not require those fees… Find us online Vintage and antique items ARE NOT new items. Vintage clothing is described to its best and sold as found…and described as accurately as possible. The items HAVE NOT been cleaned and should be cleaned prior to wearing at the discretion of the buyer. Often for proper fit, hang, and wear ability, pieces will need to be altered and/or adding a hook or snap here or there, with a seam closure or strengthening needed. Vintage clothing is most often worn previously, and if old stock, often has slight imperfections from storage, a hint of color or odor. Measurements are to be assumed that they are at maximum, if you have any questions, please ask PRIOR to the auction’s end. These are antique articles, having the age stated….all flaws if any are painstakingly outlined. The exact color and sizing of an item is the responsibility of the bidder, please read the measurements carefully and ask questions if uncertain _gsrx_vers_1536 (GS 9.4 (1536))
Late 1950’s-Early 1960’s Oleg Cassini Couture for Saks Fifth Avenue Black Tie Cocktail Dress. Double-faced Silk Satin Fine Rib Faille with Elegant Stylized Halter Sleeveless Bodice. « Tuxedo » Bow at Front Waistline, full pleated skirt.
The ivory silk that backs the lace on the inside is shattered. Could be removed. Could be possibly worn gently. I’ll be happy to answer.
This stunning dress is a mystery! The bodice evokes 50s Marilyn Monroe while the skirt has flapper fringe. It is unmarked and without a label. So.Get ready to channel your inner Marilyn Monroe and enjoy that special dinner date!
A WONDERFUL EDWARDIAN BLOUSE IN A GREAT SIZE. ERA : EDWARDIAN. We can be found online on other platforms as well. COLLAR: 14. Often for proper fit, hang, and wear ability, pieces will need to be altered and/or adding a hook or snap here or there, with a seam closure or strengthening needed.
SEAMS ARE PIPED ALONG THE ARM HOLE WITH A CRESCENT SLEEVE HAVING RUFFLES AND BOWS AT THE BOTTOM, ONE BOW IS ABSENT. ERA : 1860 ’S. SUCH A WONDERFUL AND WEARABLE ANTIQUE 1860 ’S BODICE. SELF COVERED BUTTONS CLOSE THE FRONT WITH A BOW TRIMMING THE CENTER.
Made of a watered silk material from the Victorian era. Making it an original piece, the pelisse has a unique silhouette, made for fitting over a ladies voluminous hoop skirt. Fully lined with inside pocket.
This is a silk faille jacket with black ribbon trim on the sleeves and collar, and beaded faux buttons on each side of hook and eyes down the front. There are a few pinholes and a couple of small ‘divits’ as well but the jacket, except for the hem issue, is fully wearable and sound.
1950’s Caryle Black Circle Dress with the most embellished bodice I have seen. Has oval cutouts that are surrounded by black tiny seedbeads around the shoulder, straight across the back and them down the front that ends in a V below the waist, with an attached bow that has small balls of black seedbeads on the bottom.
NEW @ Vintage Chic Bohemia Vintage 1940-1950 CLASSIC BLACK FAILLE White Crochet Ginsberg Collar Fit to Flare Button Front Dress 8 Exquisite example of 1940-1950 Chic style. Fit to Flare front silver antique button dress with V neckline and full V white crochet collar. Betty Davis era. Custom design, see inner finish work with facings shoulder pads. Long fitted sleeves, 16” underarm. Fitted waistline no seam. Tailoring. Full 60” flare skirt with 3” hemline. Minimal wear, if any. Theater. Day wear. Excellent condition. 38-40” bust 30” waist Length from shoulder 46”
Fabric silk and faille of silk. A lot of antique textiles are so robust and wonderfully easy to wash and maintain. The fibres of these exceptional fabrics were grown without any use of chemical, these textiles are organic.
A few small breaks in the lace. Could be removed and replaced.
THE OPPOSITE SIDE HAS VELVET CENTERED SILK RIBBONS AS WELL AS A VELVET POCKET WITH MATCHING RIBBON DETAIL. BUCKRAM AND POLISHED COTTON LINES THE INTERIOR. ERA : 1870 ’S. Often for proper fit, hang, and wear ability, pieces will need to be altered and/or adding a hook or snap here or there, with a seam closure or strengthening needed.
The luxurious black fabric has a subtle sheen, draping beautifully to enhance the wearer’s silhouette. I try to do the best as I can with color and detail. A discreet side zipper ensures a smooth, flattering fit, making this dress as functional as it is beautiful.
• Fabric: Appears to be silk faille or rayon faille — a structured, ribbed fabric with a subtle sheen and crisp drape. Constructed from luxurious ribbed faille with a sculptural split-mandarin collar, 3 button front, and bracelet length dolman sleeves.
FASHIONED OF A THICK CORD BLACK SILK FAILLE AND IS TWO PIECE IN CONSTRUCTION. THE INTERIOR IS LINED IN A FLORAL DAMASK SILK. DATING TO THE LATE 1930’S. NO POCKETS. NO MARKS AS TO THE MAKER. Often for proper fit, hang, and wear ability, pieces will need to be altered and/or adding a hook or snap here or there, with a seam closure or strengthening needed.
FROM MY RESEARCH THE DRESS IS MOST LIKELY A FRENCH SILK FAILLE / FAILLE FRANCAISE, WHICH IS A LIGHTWEIGHT SILK FAILLE. HERE WE HAVE A 2PC EDWARDIAN MOURNING DRESS FROM 1910. THE DRESS IS A BLACK BODICE AND SHIRT SUITABLE FOR MOURNING.
Gathered bust line with inner padded cup and boned fitting. Full length, with a trumpet skirt silhouette. Fully lined in silk. Carolina Herrera. Are you a Fashion Designer?. Well, we’ve got you covered!
With a fitted bodice and flared pleated skirt, this original eveningwear set exudes elegance and sophistication. The dress and jacket feature the iconic New Look style popular in the 1950s, making it a sought-after collector’s item for those who appreciate classic designer fashion.
Dressy cropped silhouette with a romantic old-Hollywood look.
FASHIONED OF A BLACK SILK WITH HOOK AND EYE CLOSURE IN THE FRONT HIDDEN BY A RUCHED FRONT PANEL WITH JET BEADING AND BLACK SILK CLUNY LACE RUFFLES TRIMMING. DATING TO THE 1890’S. SLEEVES FALL LONG WITH JET BEADED CUFFS.
HIGH COLLAR AROUND THE NECKLINE WITH PLEATED BELTING AROUND THE WAIST. NOTE THAT THE COLORED TRIM IS A NEWER ADDITION AND I WOULD REMOVE IT ALL AND I WOULD REMOVE THE PLEATED SILK AND BELTING AS IT SHOWS BREAKAGE.
An elegant antique original Victorian 1890’s printed black silk evening gown with fan. The gown has a black circle pattern. The front of the bodice has a spray of blue and white flowers. The dress is fully lined with black silk and has a back hook and eye closure.
By the 1890s, the mourning industry was enormous. First mourning demanded dull, non-reflective black fabrics — crape was the gold standard. The exterior fabric is silk faille — identifiable by its fine horizontal ribbing — which was considered an eminently dignified choice for second mourning, carrying just enough sheen without veering into inappropriate lustiness.
BOTTOM EDGE IS IN A SHEER BLACK SILK VOILE RUFFLE AND RUFFLING ALL ALONG THE EDGES. DATING TO THE VICTORIAN 19TH CENTURY. FASHIONED OF A HAND MADE TAPE LACE WITH AN ALTERNATE LACE BACKING PORTIONS THROUGHOUT AND TRIMMING THE REAR NECKLINE.
A SILK GROSGRAIN BOW TRIMS THE FRONT NECKLINE. RINGS OF BRAIDING THAT ARE COVERED IN SMALL AND LARGE BLACK GLASS BEADS WITH A DULL FINISH TRIM DENSELY AROUND EACH SIDE OF THE FRONT AND AROUND THE NECKLINE.
SATIN EPAULETS SHOW SPOTS OF WEAR THAT IS HEAVIER ON THE SHOULDERS WITH WEAR TO THE FRONT NECKLINE. DATING TO THE 1890’S. FASHIONED OF BLACK WOOL WITH A BLACK SILK SATIN TRIMMING THE FRONT WITH FAN PLEATING AT THE BOTTOM.
The gown is constructed from delicate silk embroidered lace layered over a solid black taffeta base, accented with a knife-pleated silk taffeta hem and is finished with an eye hook closure down the back of the bodice and skirt.
As is Victorian mourning cape. Beautiful jet beads and moire silk. Great for display or study. 24” long See photos for condition. Please message with any questions you may have.
Antique late Victorian black silk mourning bodice blouse with lace collar insert. 📜 History & Context: Victorian Mourning Culture. In the late 19th century, mourning was a strict social ritual popularized by Queen Victoria.
A most opulent antique original Victorian 1890 ball gown bodice. The bodice is mad of black velvet and the huge puffed sleeves are made of baby blue silk. The bodice has an off the shoulder design.
Taffeta like fabric. triple layer ruffle, top chiffon. antique black skirt with train. clean not stained. length in back 55 in. original not reproduction.
A most beautiful museum quality antique original Victorian 1890’s evening ball gown bodice. The bodice is made of black velvet with ivory lace trim. The lace is decorated with tiny black bugle beads and small embroidered pink roses.