1960s Malcolm Starr White Brocade Empire-Line Wedding Dress
By Malcolm Starr
Located in London, GB
Simple shapes, such as shift-dresses, empire line cuts and sculptural forms, were the designer's signature, often finished with flamboyant detailing.
Vintage 1960's Jean Varon Neon Pink Frilled Mini Dress Sixties UK 6-8 US 2-4
By Jean Varon
Located in Nashville, TN
The rounded neckline is framed by a border of pleated frills in matching fabric, which cross over along the centre of the décolletage, leading the right hand side frill to join the u...
Vintage 1960's Silk chiffon Beaded Dress and matching jacket ensemble UK 10 US 6
Located in Nashville, TN
The simple shoulder line, sets off the full length sleeves, which frame the elegant cropped box cut of the jacket. The raw silk jacket is fully embellished with matching glass beadwo...
Pucci vintage blue print empire cut wool and silk dress, 1970
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful vintage PUCCI blue print empire cut wool and silk dress 1970. Very light blend of wool and silk in vivid blue tones and stunning print.
Emilio Pucci V Neck Ruffle Chiffon Sleeve Bias Cut Asymmetrical Hem Dress US 6
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Emilio Pucci V neck ruffle chiffon sleeve bias cut asymmetrical hem skirt dress marked size 6US. Bright pink, orange, soft pin, pale blue & white dress with a fitted bodice and a bia...
DOLCE&GABBANA dress empire lace and embroidery ethereal 38 4
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic DOLCE&GABBANA gorgeous ivory and white empire dress. Intricate ivory cut out embroidery with the effect of lace.
1960s Grecian Style Chiffon Gown w/ Empire Beaded Cut-Outs
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1960s Grecian style black silk chiffon gown: Back zipper, Empire waist w/ beaded eyelet cut-outs. Heavily ruched at bodice and shoulders. Fully lined.
1988 CHANEL Camellia flower silk runway dress with black lace bodice
By Chanel
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare camellia flower and stripe printed maxi dress with empire cut lace bodice from Chanel dating to the spring of 1988 as seen on the runway.
1990S ALBERTA FERRETTI Cream Bias Cut Silk Charmeuse & Tulle Lace Empire Waist
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in New York, NY
1990S ALBERTA FERRETTI Cream Bias Cut Silk Charmeuse & Tulle Lace Empire Waist Bridal Gown With Embroidered Sleeves
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Size: Equivalent French Size 36
Gazar Italy evening dress embroidered with lily of the valley, circa 1965
Located in Toulon, FR
High waist inspired by the First Empire. Low-cut neckline, the dress closes in the back with two panels decorated with a large matching knot.
1930s SHEER MAUVE PRINT GOWN
Located in Alford, MA
It's always exciting to find these beautiful 1930s prints, especially when they are in great condition. Bias-cut and empire, this dress is fashioned of a sheer organza-type fabric in...
Vintage 1970's Mike Benet Chiffon Beaded Gown UK 10 US 6
By MIKE BENET
Located in Nashville, TN
The empire line cut of the dress is accented by gathered pleats below each side of the bust-line that drape along the length of the skirt, which is fully lined in grey rayon.
MONIQUE LHUILLIER BLISS Ivory Silk Empire Style Bias Cut Gown Size 4
By Monique Ihuillier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Monique Lhuillier gown is composed of an off-white silk with a bias cut. The striking neckline is accented by a sweeping train. There is a zipper closure. In excellent conditio...
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Size: UK 10-12 US 6-8
Vintage 1960's Coral Chiffon Dress Maxi Dress Balloon Sleeve Bead Bow UK 10 US 6
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Nashville, TN
The fitted bodice is accented by tailored darts along the base of the bust-line, which draw the eye to the intricate silver beaded bow appliqué, positioned beneath the bust, setting ...
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Size: Equivalent French Size 36
Gazar Italy evening dress embroidered with lily of the valley, circa 1965
Located in Toulon, FR
High waist inspired by the First Empire. Low-cut neckline, the dress closes in the back with two panels decorated with a large matching knot.
1960s Malcolm Starr Diamante White and Silver Weave Dress
By Malcolm Starr
Located in London, GB
Malcolm Starr made hugely popular evening dresses throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Simple shapes, such as shift-dresses, empire line cuts and sculptural forms, were his signature, oft...
Traina Festive Low Cut Bold Pattern Dress with Flamingo Ruffle Sleeves
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Wonderful floral low cut dress with ruffle flamingo style sleeves from Traina Boutique. Traina was a upscale NY dressmaker in the 1950's, who most notably paired with a young design...
Yves Saint Laurent Coco Brown Form-Fitting Lined Jersey Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent coco brown form-fitting lined jersey scoop-neck dress features a handkerchief hemline on both the dress's hem and also on the bell-sleeve's cuff. Detaile...
Silk Guipure Lace Exquisite 1930s Jacket Top
Located in Water Mill, NY
An intricate, stunning, vintage beige silk lace jacket, bolero, shrug, vest in varying stitches and patterns of flowers and petals- very elaborate. The shoulders are extended forming...
$1,454Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $1815 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 37 * Yel...
$650
Size: Medium / Large
1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji Black + Nude 90s Sexy Body Con Dress LBD Sz Medium
By Tadashi Shoji
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1990s Tadashi Shoji dress! Black stretch that hugs the body in all the right places! Black, with nude peeks of fabric in between at the bust, which evokes just the right amount ...
Vintage Lilli Diamond 1970s Silver Sequined 70s Amazing Lurex Wide Leg Jumpsuit
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational early 1970s LILLI DIAMOND silver sequined lurex wide leg disco jumpsuit! Features thousands of hand-sewn silver sequins throughout. Soft silver metallic lurex fabric. Ful...
Kathryn Dianos Navy Maxi Dress
By Kathryn Dianos
Located in Alford, MA
Long dress in navy wool/acrylic blend featuring a long torso with metal skate hooks laced with narrow self belt, and a large sailor collar that covers the upper arms and descends to ...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Top with Tulle and Lace Sleeves S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible grey fine silk knit top from Alexander McQueen. It is semi fitted with a crew neckline and elaborate grey net, tulle and lace layered sleeves. Unworn condition. Fits s...
1960's Orange Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress with Open Back and Elaborate Beading
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1960's cocktail dress rendered in a bright peach silk crepe with lavish beaded embellishment on cuffs and hem. The streamlined inner shift features a boat neckline. The open back is...
$600
Size: none; comparable to size XS
Teal Traina French Blue Racer Back Mini Apron Dress and Scarf - XS, 1960s
By Teal Traina
Located in Tucson, AZ
An impeccably-made dress that straddles the 1960s generation gap. On one hand, the contrast piping, attention to detail and matching scarf recall Jackie Kennedy’s immaculate early 60...
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
1990S GIANNI VERSACE Lilac Silk Chiffon & Crystal Metal Mesh Cocktail Dress Wit
By Gianni Versace
Located in New York, NY
1990S GIANNI VERSACE Lilac Silk Chiffon & Crystal Metal Mesh Cocktail Dress With Full Side Slits
$224Sale Price|20% Off
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Variation Vintage Fuchsia Tunic Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gorgeous unworn fuchsia tunic dress. Short sleeves. Large buttons. 2 front pockets. Unlined. Label reads Yves Saint Laurent Variation Made in France. Si...
$490
Size: Medium - Large
Rozae Nichols Charcoal Gray Ombre Sequins A - Line Silk Trapeze Top / Blouse
By Rozae Nichols
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Rozae Nichols charcoal gray ombre trapeze top! 100% silk, with hundreds of sequins encrusted throughout the entire blouse. Adjustable straps, so you can make shorter or longer. ...
80s Patrick Kelly Vintage Lipstick Red Black Color Block Avant Garde Skirt Suit
By Patrick Kelly
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 1980s PATRICK KELLY lipstick red and black color block double breasted skirt suit! This rare gem was owned by, "The Young and the Restless" soap star MELODY THOMAS SC...
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
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