The skirt has a subtle column or sheath silhouette with soft draping down the length, made from a a fluid fabric like jersey or silk jersey, back of the skirt has a small weight to create the drape, side zipper.
With a 1970s decade design, this original slip showcases an art deco look and is made in the United States. I have learned this lesson through trial, error and great expense.
Brand: handmade vintage Dress Crepe Crimped Elastic Waist capped sleeve Color: red Size marked: Small Measurements (taken flat) pit to pit: 20” waist: 12” elastic 24” stretched length: 44” Preloved in good vintage condition. Dress has a few minor snags.
Dark blue textured crepe with a puff sleeve and two ties on the front accented with silver tone rhinestone paved baubles. Gorgeous couture 1930s / 40s Germaine Monteil dress. One of the 1/4 tears is on the back near the side seam.
Beadwork- Intricate hand-applied pearl, crystal, and bugle beadwork arranged in a striking radiating Art-Deco–inspired motif across the bodice. The beadwork catches light beautifully. An elegant late-1950s hand-beaded cocktail dress in a refined soft gray tone.
Pleated inner v-neck. Fully unbuttons on front.
Collarless rounded neckline. Designer: Bill Blass. Made with Bill Blass’s signature structured tailoring. Color: Marigold Yellow. Era: 1980s. The overall structure, original lining, tailoring, and textured designer buttons remain in excellent condition.
The bodice is beautifully detailed with embroidered pink rosebuds and elegant full button-down styling. The structured shoulders with shoulder pads and midi length provide a polished and professional look.
Hem, and a slender pencil silhouette. Made by Gaymode. The fabric is a nylon crepe, with a matte finish. In a pale peach color, this features an elastic waist, knee length.
Vintage Elaine Sklar Lingerie Co. Leopard Wide Leg longsleeve Jumpsuit in Size M. Deep V neck, belted and snap closure. Very soft feeling. Measurements- Shoulder to Hem- 56″ Waist – 32″ Bust- 36″ Crotch to hem – 29″ *Shipped from a smoke free home*
From Henri Bendel in NYC, by Mrs H Winter New York. Fabulous black & white Op Art flared gored skirt in classic retro 70s look. Narrow waistband with clasp & side zipper.
These should be easy minor repairs for a seamstress. Modern fit is probably size 2-4. Dress has a ruched, tabbed v-neck, modified blouson/drop shoulders with small pads (no shoulder seams), ruched three-quarter sleeves, defined waist, and slightly flared skirt.
Full length Maxi. Gathered Center. Old Hollywood. With original interior label, “Du Barry”. Sleeve length: 24”. A few areas of very slight discoloration. Any slight wear is photographed. Waist : 27” 28” can be as small as you want with belt.
Sheer chiffon crepe fabric. Black background with polka dot and lemon print details. Mini length.
Label: AnR Jr. Length of Sleeves: 21 1/2″. Across the Back of the Shoulders: 14″.
THIS PIECE IS BY MILGRIM, LABEL IS ATTACHED TO THE INNER BOTTOM. SUCH A WONDERFUL EVENING DRESS BY MILGRIM. FASHIONED OF BLACK CREPE WITH BLACK JET BEADING IN A BEAUTIFUL VOIDED FLORAL PATTERN THROUGHOUT THE FRONT.
Vintage David Roth Original black, fully lined crepe type material evening dress with black-on-black 3-D embossed leaves. V-Neck and back. Side zipper. This well made dress has some weight to it! There are 3 tiny holes in the crepe near the hem. They hardly show because of the black satin lining. (or you could hem the dress a little if they are bothersome) Please use the measurements below as there are no size labels in the dress. For best results, measure a favorite dress while laying flat. Measurements are taken across the garment while laying flat.Armpit to Armpit: 16″ (32″ around)Waist: 12½ » (25″ around)Shoulder to Waist: 16″Shoulder to Hem: 47″ MORE GREAT VINTAGE CLOTHING IN MY OTHER LISTINGS!!
Color may differ slightly due to lighting.
THE JACKET IS CREAM COLORED CREPE WITH BABY BLUE CROCHET TRIM EDGING AND SATIN RIBBON TIES. HERE WE HAV A 1930S BED JACKET FROM THE LATE 1930S.
Machine wash cold. length in back, neck to hem – 22″.
SLEEVES ARE SET OFF THE SHOULDER WITH ROUNDED YOKE IN THE FRONT AND REAR WITH THE SLEEVES HAVING HEAVY RUCHED GATHERING ALL DOWN THE TOP SEAM WITH A ROUNDED FINISH. ERA : 1930 ’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.
Fabric is a lightweight, no iron and machine washable crepe (feels like a synthetic- polyester?). lightweight crepe synthetic fabric is machine washable and no iron. upper part of dress is button closure (fabric covered buttons).
There are no labels with a fiber content. The color is ivory. The waist has two hook and eyes with a zipper in the back. I found three tiny holes and a few tiny spots of stain from age.
A quintessential masterpiece of mid-century elegance, this late 1940s to early 1950s « New Look » silhouette dress is an absolute masterclass in architectural tailoring. It features a dramatic, cascading faux-wrap side drape anchored by a bold decorative bow at the left hip, beautifully balanced by structured shoulder pads and sophisticated, dramatic turn-back wing (gauntlet) cuffs.
Black Crepe with a Super Puffed Sleeve and V Neckline. Full Skirt q. Length Shoulder to Hem- 43″. Waist- 28″.
Waistband snap closure & single pocket.
Soutache collar. The skirt has a couple of light spots and a couple of nicks, see photo.
It’s made with an all cotton lace top and tiny scalloped lace edge at the neckline and sleeves. It’s hard to say for sure the fiber content of the skirt, possibly silk or a silk ~ rayon blend. The color of the lace top is dark ecru, the skirt is a dark jadeite green.
EACH SIDE OF THE DRESS HAS WIDE BELTING TO TIE IN THE REAR. FASHIONED OF A PETAL PINK SILK CREPE THAT IS CUT ON THE BIAS. CONDITION: ESTATE FRESH. DATING TO THE 1930’S. A MOST BEAUTIFUL 1930 ’S ENSEMBLE.
Great 90s pop art set from Carole Little. Oversized tunic blouse and matching loose palazzo pants. Both are size 12. These are coming to you as found from a local estate. In nice gently used condition, no flaws found.
FASHIONED OF A BLACK CREPE WITH BUTTON AND SNAP CLOSURE AT THE SIDE. CONDITION: THERE IS A DOUBLE FIST SIZED SPOT OF IRON SHINE ON THE FRONT LEFT SKIRT. SEVERAL STAINS ARE ON THE INTERIOR THAT DO NOT SHOW FROM THE EXTERIOR.
Dress is in excellent condition. Zipper pull is missing (zipper still works just harder to use). body length from top edge of shoulder to bottom edge: 45 in. waist: 30 in.
THIS IS A LOVELY VINTAGE BEADED DRESS FROM THE 1940’S. IT IS IN VERY GOOD, PRE-OWNED/VINTAGE CONDITION. SOME AVERAGE WEAR, NO OBVIOUS ISSUES OR FLAWS. PLEASE REFER TO PHOTOS, ITEMS ARE PRICED ACCORDINGLY. SIZE: NO TAG / FITS LIKE A CURRENT SMALL-MED MEASURES-FLAT, NOT STRETCHED: CHEST- 37″ / WAIST- 30″/ HIP- 38.5″/ LENGTH- 50″ PLEASE EMAIL US WITH ANY QUESTIONS RETURNS ARE NOT ACCEPTED, SO PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION CAREFULLY. WE DO COMBINE SHIPPING. STOP BY OUR STORE AND FOLLOW US FOR MORE GREAT FINDS!
Polyester/viscose chiffon. smoke and pet free. back button closure. eased fit in shorter length.
This is a lightweight dress that is probably a polyester crepe fabric.It has a back zipper, gathers at the front neckline, long sleeves and a belt with single thread belt loop. Stunning colors.
This is a Rare Label from Miss Elaine. It is very small. The fabric was probably what they used in WWII to mimic Silk Rayon when it was unavailable. Acetate, Nylon, Crepe. Flaw: You really have to look for this tiny run as hand washed, air dried and could only see it when I pressed it, last photo.
Big butterfly collar. Length= 40”. Bust=19” across. Shoulders= 17”.
This original tea dress exudes a secretary/geek look with its polyester material and retro 1990s style. Dress is 100% polyester. Very good pre-loved condition. Has been dry cleaned. Has a couple very faint marks – one at the base of the skirt hem on seam.
Chocolate brown crepe rayon 1940s evening dress with ruched middle front, sheer upper neckline edged in gelatin based sequins and silver bugle beads front and back. A few areas of slight fade as shown but within the folds and draping of little consequence.
Excellent condition, size 14. From a smoke free home.
Dress is in good used condition. Very minor wear. 16 in pit to pit 37 in long.
Pink silk around neck, pearl brooch detailing. Skirt is lined, torso is not. 19″ pit to pit. 16.5″ shoulder to shoulder.
Late 1940s embroidered cutwork dress. Scoop neckline with gathered front, short sleeves, side Talon zipper and full-length skirt. Allover embroidered leaf motif with open cutwork throughout. Feels like a matte rayon crepe ground with heavy machine embroidered cutwork. Unmarked size. Shown on small mannequin Measurements taken flat: * Bust: 19” pit to pit (stretches to approximately 22”) * Waist: 32” (with slight stretch) * Hips: Open * Length: 56” Good vintage condition. Small snag at the back skirt. Faint scattered discoloration, primarily at the underarms, with a few additional faint areas consistent with age. Minor wear to the neckline edge. Side zipper functions properly.
Vintage 1940s ‘silver of Hawaii, made in Japan’ rare angel fish print cheongsam dress in what feels like a silk crepe blend fabric. Knotted frog closure at neck and side, split hems. Sleeve openings and side hem openings are lined in a sun faded purple rayon taffeta. Cleaned, there are some small faint color spots scattered, a few pin holes, and a few lighter age marks that mostly lifted, see all photos. Color of dress is a very light pale dove grey Bust 34/35” max Shoulder ( taken at the folded up edge) 17.5” Sleeve length 2” Arm opening 14” Waist 28” Hips 40” max ( taken at end of zipper which is 23” down from the shoulder tip ) Length 48”