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Vintage 1940 s Embroidered Coat Chinoiserie Oriental Silk Coat UK 10-14 US 6-10
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A beauty to behold, this original 1940's cream silk embroidered coat, embellished with intricate
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1940s 1940 S Vintage Clothing

Vtg RUSSEKS c.1940 s Raspberry Red Wool Genuine Fur Trim Tuxedo Collar Box Coat
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Russeks c.1940's raspberry red wool and spotted cat print dyed genuine fur trim mid-length
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Vintage 1940 s-50s Mink Swing COAT XL
Located in Wallkill, NY
Amazing mink Swing Coat turn heads when you walk in a room The coat has wide Shoulders for that Hollywood Glam look, 2 hooks down the front. Has Full Bell Sleeves with banded cuff...
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1950s American 1940 S Vintage Clothing

Vintage 1940 s Crepe Silk Hibiscus Dress UK 10 US 6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A beauty to behold. This original 1940's dress, rendered in a cream crepe silk, with a pattern of
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J Bar S Maroon Embroidered Gabardine Western Cowboy Shirt - size S-M, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
It doesn't get more authentic than this: a two-tone gabardine Western shirt with piped arrowhead breast pockets; it even has honest-to-God Caballero cuffs. Though its marked size sug...
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1940s American 1940 S Vintage Clothing

Late 1940 s Hattie Carnegie Black Dress with Velvet and Pom Pom Details
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Late 1940's Hattie Carnegie crepe dress with pom pom and jet black velvet details at the waist and
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1940 s Festive Multi Color Sequin Studded Black Wool Cape
Located in New Hope, PA
I just could not resist this 1940's evening cape! It makes me smile and think of the holidays
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Mid-20th Century American 1940 S Vintage Clothing

Vintage 1940 s Pauline Trigère Grey Silk Rhinestone Embellished Dress UK 8 US 4
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A truly rare piece to behold, this original late 1940's grey silk Pauline Trigère dress, fully
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1940 s cocktail dress in black crêpe and black lace appliqué on a tulle base
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cocktail dress in black crêpe and black lace appliqué on a tulle base. Black sequin embroidered on the edge of the lace on the bust on the front and back. Draped on the waist and hip...
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1940s French 1940 S Vintage Clothing

STYLED BY VENNE c.1940 s 2 Piece Ruby Red Wool Embellished Blazer Skirt Suit
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Styled by Venne for Carsons c.1940's two piece dark red wool skirt suit. Blazer is made of
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1950 s Claire McCardell Navy Dress
By Claire McCardell
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1950s' navy blue Claire McCardell cotton fit and flare dress. Fitted bodice with short sleeves, narrow v neckline, inverted darting above bust and flared a-line skirt. Very classic h...
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1940s American 1940 S Vintage Clothing

C.1980 Anne Klein Sharkskin Gray Skirt Suit With 1940 s Inspiration
By Anne Klein
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Anne Klein suit is the best of both worlds ... modern sensibility with a 1940's inspiration
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A vintage 1940s cream ribbon work, ribbon knit dress size S small
Located in London, GB
A vintage 1940s cream woven ribbon work dress with a drop waist fit , pencil style skirt The material has stretch so can fit a uk 6 - 10 measurements taken flat in inches bust ...
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Hand Made Celadon Georgette and Lace Tap Panties with Bow Detail, Saks–S, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Longing for a more elegant sleepwear alternative to cotton shorts? Hearken back to the 1940s, when gals wore tap panties: equally as roomy and comfortable as boxers, silk tap panties...
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Minimalist Black Velvet Contrast Coat Dress with White Appliqué Collar- S, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Almost monastic in its simplicity, this unique coat dress maintains its femininity via full length princess seams that accentuate curves and encourage the skirt to swirl around the l...
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French Blue and Brown Houndstooth Cutaway Suit with Novelty Buttons – S-M, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A wartime Girl Friday suit with style to spare despite its adherence to clothing rations. The
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Black Silk Velvet Film Noir Double Indemnity Plunge Bias Midi Dress – S, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A dress Barbara Stanwyck might have worn alongside Fred MacMurray, this swirling dress reeks of the double-crossing Femme Fatale. The alluring plunge neckline, body-skimming flare sk...
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Supple Cognac Mink Hollywood Regency Swing Coat with Art Deco Cuffs - S-M, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Worthy of Norma Desmond in "Sunset Boulevard," this coat drips with silver screen glamour thanks to the fluid lines formed by the vertical pelt construction. But the kicker is the sl...
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1940 s Beaded Wool Jacket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1940's jacket from Evalen Original is made out dark taupe wool gabardine with fern-like
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1940 s Beaver Jacket
Located in Cincinnati, OH
1940's beaver jacket with green wool gabardine sleeves, fully lined with belt.
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1940 s Rose Gold Sequined Jacket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage jacket dates to the 1940's and is made of nude netting that is entirely covered in rose
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Rare 1940 s Mariano Fortuny Stenciled Jacket
By Mariano Fortuny
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1940’s Mariano Fortuny burnished gold and teal cotton sateen stenciled evening jacket, linked in
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1940 s Fred A. Block Embroidered Jacket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous jacket from Fred A. Block dates to the 1940's and is made of brown wool gabardine with
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1940 s Metal Studded Dress
Located in Topanga, CA
Rayon crepe three quarter length sleeve 40's dress with metal studs.
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1940 s Blouse-Masterpiece of Beadwork Design
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this most exquisite and amazing beaded blouse I have ever had the good fortune of purchasing from a fellow dealer with impeccable taste. The complementary colors ...
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1940 s Deerskin Fringed Jacket with Beadwork
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare 1940's jacket from "Danz" in Tuscon, Arizona epitomizes Western Wear of that era. It is made
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Coquette 1940 s Gold Sequin Bolero
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1940's cropped bolero will add excitement to any outfit. Wear it and take a boring evening
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Vintage 1940 s Wool Pearl Trim Princess Coat
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1940's coat * blue and ivory wool boucle * pearl and rhinestone trim * rhinestone
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Vintage 1940 s Green Wool Mink Fur Trim Coat
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1940's coat * green wool gabardine * mink fur trim * raised and rolled stitching
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1940 s Cardigan with Soutache Sequin Embellishment
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage cardigan dates to the 1940's and is made of black knit fabric (we are unsure of the fiber
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1940 s Hand-Sewn Silk Vegetable Dyed Chinese Robe
Located in Toronto, ON
Post WWII Exotica peach robe with hand embroidered flowers and chinese motif in red, blue, pink and yellow. Chinese collar with black frogs for closure. Cuffs, collar and bottom are ...
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1940 s Blue and White Check Dress
Located in New York, NY
Super chic 1940's blue check dress. Sailor inspired neckline with small shoulder pads. Features tie
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1940s French 1940 S Vintage Clothing

Vintage 1940 s Silk Eisenberg Originals Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1940s dress * navy blue semi sheer silk * reversible red bow tie * red silk lined collar * detached belt * front pockets * button front * by Eisenberg Originals ...
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1940 s Chinese Emerald Green Silk Blouse with Embroidery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Chinese blouse is made of emerald green silk with bold polychromatic hand-embroidery that depicts dragons and birds. Frog closures at center front neck run diagonally down t...
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1940 s Satin Embroidered Glamour Dressing Gown
Located in Toronto, ON
Dusty Rose Joan Crawford Style Dressing Gown. Made from beautiful heavy bridal satin. This long zip front dressing gown has a tie sash. It also has gorgeous structured peplum sleeves...
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1940 s Chinese Embroidered Satin Jacket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage embroidered jacket originates from China and dates to the 1930's through 1940's. It is
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1940 s Black Ostrich Capelet
Located in Cincinnati, OH
1940's black ostrich caplet fully lined with mini pocket underneath on one side, and clasp in
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Vintage 1940 s era floral bouquet printed dress
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Vintage 1940's era floral bouquet printed silk crepe dress. Gathered detail construction at
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Vintage 1940 s era floral embroidered lace bib front silk shirt
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Vintage 1940's era floral embroidered lace bib front silk shirt. Light beige silk shell body with
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Unworn 1940 s Rayon Hawaiian Dress Sz.S Aloha
Located in Toronto, ON
Really nice 40's or early 50's rayon hawaiian dress. Made by Waikiki Modes. Strong colors and original side zipper works well.
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1940 s Whimsical Mexican-Theme Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tan cotton twill dress w/ felt applique and trim wood sombrero buttons Bust-34" Waist-26" Hips-36" Length shoulder to hem-40.5" shoulder to shoulder- 13.75" sleeve length 20.25"
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1940 s Rayon Crepe Floral Panel Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely 1940's gown is made from rayon crepe printed with alternating bands of floral bouquets and
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1940’s Crane Print Hawaiian Rayon Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1940’s Hawaiian rayon dress features a vibrant crane print on a lipstick-red background
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1940 s Crepe and Satin Dress
Located in New York, NY
Pristine 1940's satin and crepe dress with matching bolero. Draped belt and ribbon detailing.
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1940 s Embroidered Floral Garden Red Wool Bohemian Princess Lounge Jacket Coat
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1940's princess lounge jacket makes a memorable impression. It has the most flattering cut with wide 3
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1940 s Adrian Crepe Dress with Bows
By Adrian
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely bias cut black crepe 1940's dress from renowned American costume designer Adrian. Dress has
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1940 s Wool Coat with Gold Embroidery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1940's coat from G. Fox & Co. It is made from a black wool crepe with Schiaparelli-esque gold
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1940’s Black Fox Fur Trim Cape - Size S
Located in London, GB
This fantastic black fox fur trimmed cape is from the 1940’s, it oozes elegance with its beautiful
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1940 s Red Silk Floral Dress with Ruched Detailing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage dress dates to the 1940's and is made of red silk with an allover floral print. Center
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1940’s Harrods Black Sequinned Cape
Located in London, GB
This fantastic vintage all sequin cape originally from Harrods, we estimate is from the 1940’s. It
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Vintage 1940 s Crocheted Ribbon Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage dress dates to the 1940's and is made of mauve-colored sheer ribbon. Fitted throughout
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Gibert Adrian 1940 s silk suit
By Gilbert Adrian, Adrian
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Lovely 1940's black silk suit from Gilbert Adrian Bust 42" Waist 34"
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1940 s Rhinestone Studded Chiffon Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning late 1930's/ early 1940's sheer black chiffon gown is entirely studded with a scatter of
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1940 s Hawaiian Rayon Print Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1940's highly collectible Hawaiian printed rayon gown with gored panels, ruffle trim hem and ruffle
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1940 s Fully Sequined Evening Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage gown by Marguerite Dettweiller dates to the 1940's and is made of black netting that is
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1940 s Irene Black White Deco Pinstripe Wool-Gabardine Crombie Jacket Coat
By Irene Lentz
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Irene Lentz stunned the world in the 1930's, 40's and 50's with her ingeniously constructed, sophisticated, couture-standard garments. After charming Los Angeles society and celestia...
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1940 s Lace Brocade Drop Waisted Ballgown
Located in Toronto, ON
Early 1940's China Blue Gold Accented Lace Brocade Tulle Ballgown with fine tulle overlay on a
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1940 S Vintage Clothing For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary piece of 1940 s vintage clothing you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Brown and more options on these pages. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of 1940 s vintage clothing may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An accessory like this designed by Lilli Ann, Irene Lentz and Gilbert Adrian — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a 1940 S Vintage Clothing?

On average, a piece of 1940 s vintage clothing on 1stDibs sells for $600, while they’re typically $64 on the low end and $225,050 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

Questions About 1940 S Vintage Clothing
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Clothes that are considered vintage are those that are at least 20 years old. Shoes, accessories and bags produced prior to 20 years ago may also be called vintage. You may sometimes see apparel that is over 100 years old referred to as historic or period clothing. Find a large selection of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Whether vintage clothing is secondhand varies. Vintage clothing is the term for apparel produced more than 20 years ago. Due to its age, vintage clothing was often preloved and worn by someone else. However, it is possible to find a small number of vintage items that are brand new with tags, indicating that no one has worn them previously. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Vintage clothing is so expensive due to supply and demand. Many people love vintage apparel because it is unique, visually appealing and often features exceptional tailoring and materials. At the same time, only a limited number of pieces survive from previous eras, and those that do aren't always in good condition. As a result, the high demand and limited supply drive up prices. Shop a diverse assortment of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Vintage clothes are usually 20 years old or older. Unlike jewelry, clothing is usually not referred to as antique. As a result, people usually use the term vintage to describe all garments produced at least two decades ago. In some cases, you may see clothing that is 100 years old or more referred to as historical or period clothes. Find a wide range of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What vintage-style clothing is called varies. Vintage-style clothing is the term for apparel that draws inspiration from pieces produced 20 years ago or more. Some people refer to it as retro or retro-influenced clothing. Because it was manufactured more recently than authentic vintage clothing, clothing that is vintage style is classified as contemporary. Shop a wide range of vintage apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    You can tell if vintage clothes are real in a few ways. First, look inside pieces for labels. Union tags are usually a sign that a piece is vintage, and by researching the maker of your apparel and the evolution of their brand labeling, you can often estimate how old a particular garment is. Check the fasteners and fabrics for pieces you believe were produced in the early 20th century or before. Generally, older vintage clothing will have metal zippers and shell or metal buttons rather than plastic. However, keep in mind that any apparel that is more than 20 years old can be considered vintage. Since plastic became a commonly used material by the 1950s and ’60s, plastic buttons and other more modern features may not necessarily mean a piece isn't vintage. Because it can be difficult to date clothing on your own, consider having a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To find the value of a pair of vintage Versace clothing, experts suggest that you work with a certified appraiser. While some online resources are helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not reflect the actual value of your item. The actual value depend on a number of factors, including the shape your garments are in. You’ll find expertly-vetted vintage Versace clothing on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if clothes are actually vintage, examine their details closely. Any article of clothing that is at least 20 years old is vintage, and fabrics, construction methods and styles have changed many times over the history of fashion. As a result, apparel from different decades and periods will have its own characteristics, and you may find it helpful to research what features to expect when dating apparel that you believe was made during a specific time, such as the 1960s and 1970s. However, there are a few signs that typically indicate that clothing is vintage. The first is the brand logo on the neck or waist tag. Many brands update their logos on a regular basis, so looking at images of a company's historic labels can often help you determine roughly when it made a particular piece. Other tags and markings can also be useful for spotting authentic vintage clothing. For example, since the Woolmark labeling system ended in 1999, finding a Woolmark logo inside a piece usually means it's vintage, as does the presence of Union tags. Checking the location of manufacturing can be helpful, too. If a garment was made in a country that no longer exists, such as Yugoslavia or West Germany, it would typically be vintage. A certified appraiser or experienced authenticator can be of assistance when trying to determine the date of a particular item. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage apparel.

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