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Issey Miyake Orange Blue Pleated 1990s Turtleneck Dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
embodies the designer's avant-garde approach to fashion. Its vibrant colors, unique pleating, and elegant
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1990s Japanese Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
avant-garde creations, challenged fashion conventions with provocative but perfectly elaborated designs
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Early 2000s Coats

Vintage John Galliano 2002 Bandana heart print hooded silk dress
By John Galliano
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
gained prominence for his avant-garde designs that challenged traditional fashion norms. He often drew
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Fashion in Colour - American Vogue Cover, Small Color Photograph
By Horst P. Horst
Located in Miami Beach, FL
-garde techniques would produce some of the most iconic fashion images ever, like Mainbocher Corset and
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1940s Modern Color Photography

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Color, Archival Pigment

2000s Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil Sheer Brown Tie-Front Mini Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in West Hollywood, CA
-fitting silhouette and unique construction reflect Gaultier's avant-garde and daring approach to fashion
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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dress

Boris Lacroix Spot Sconces
By Jean Boris Lacroix
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French avant-garde designer influenced by fashion houses like Dior during post-war France.
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Horst P. Horst, Signed Photograph Statue with Book , Paris, 1938
By Horst P. Horst
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
, nudity, double exposures, and other avant-garde techniques would produce some of the most iconic fashion
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Mid-20th Century European Photography

Materials

Paper

The Throne Room and The Enderun Library, Topkapı Palace, 1954
By Horst P. Horst
Located in Miami Beach, FL
, nudity, double exposures, and other avant-garde techniques would produce some of the most iconic fashion
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1950s Contemporary Landscape Photography

Materials

Color, Archival Pigment

Muriel Maxwell, Ensemble Sally Victor, Bag Paul Flato, Sunglasses Lugene, small
By Horst P. Horst
Located in Miami Beach, FL
other avant-garde techniques would produce some of the most iconic fashion images ever, like Mainbocher
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1930s Modern Color Photography

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Photographic Paper, Color, Archival Pigment

Triangles- Male Nude Portrait B&W Photograph Platinum-Palladium Print on Canvas
By Horst P. Horst
Located in Miami Beach, FL
New York Times once described, “Horst tamed the avant-garde to serve fashion.” Though associated most
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1960s Contemporary Nude Photography

Materials

Platinum

Cy Twombly in Rome - 1966, Untitled #18 Large Print
By Horst P. Horst
Located in Miami Beach, FL
, double exposures, and other avant-garde techniques would produce some of the most iconic fashion images
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1960s Contemporary Color Photography

Materials

Photographic Paper, Color, Archival Pigment

Marella Agnelli - 1967, Untitled #1, Small Color Portrait framed
By Horst P. Horst
Located in Miami Beach, FL
other avant-garde techniques would produce some of the most iconic fashion images ever, like Mainbocher
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1960s Contemporary Portrait Photography

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Photographic Paper, Color, Archival Pigment

Tiffany Picasso Aquamarine Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
teenager. Soon she was styling avant-garde theater productions and designing fashion jewelry for legendary
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1990s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Estate Tiffany Elsa Peretti Diamonds by the Yard Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Manhasset, NY
a teenager. Soon she was styling avant-garde theater productions and designing fashion jewelry for
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pierre Cardin "Cage" Round Glass Dining Table with Chrome Base, France, 1970
By Pierre Cardin
Located in DE MEERN, NL
bold, avant-garde approach to fashion and design, incorporating futuristic elements into his work
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Exotique Trilogy Set of Avant-garde Hard Cover Books in Case ca 1998
By TASCHEN
Located in University City, MO
Exotique trilogy set of avant-garde hardcover books in cardboard case The set of erotic books is
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1990s German Avant Garde Books

Michael Vollbracht s Nothing Sacred Hard Cover Celebrity Portrait Book c 2000
Located in University City, MO
collection of Vollbarcht's portrait paintings that encapsulate 20th century figures, in film, fashion, pop
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Avant Garde Books

original 1st edition ALAIA by Azzedine Alaia Steidl Nov 1998 limited edition
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare hardcover 'Alaia' book featuring breathtaking images taken by Azzedine Alaia published by Steidl dating to November of 1998. Original Limited edition from 1998 (not a reiss...
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1990s German Avant Garde Books

Schiaparelli Shocking The Art Fashion Book
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in University City, MO
avant-garde edgy innovative fashions. The text provides a glimpse into her interesting life; shows
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21st Century and Contemporary American Other

First Edition of Elsa Schiaparelli s "Shocking Life" Book c 1954
By Schiaparelli, Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in University City, MO
avant-garde fashion designer. The book is illustrated with images of her designs & her travels The
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1950s American Fashion Books

Schiaparelli Stylish Rare Leaf Print Umbrella c 1950
By Schiaparelli, Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in University City, MO
20th centuries most celebrated Avant-garde fashion designers Measurements: The length from the
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1950s French Canes and Walking Sticks

Paul Tazewell Hamilton Tony Award Winning Hand Painted Flames Sequin Vest Jacket
By Paul Tazewell
Located in San Diego, CA
adjusted to fit. Avant Garde fashion at its best! In great condition. Made in USA Approximately Size Small
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2010s American Vests

Thierry Mugler - Vintage blue carnaval frame
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Paris, FR
bold creativity, blending avant-garde fashion with everyday wearability. The structured acetate frame
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1990s European Sunglasses

Thierry Mugler - Carnaval - 1990
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Paris, FR
bold creativity, blending avant-garde fashion with everyday wearability. The structured acetate frame
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1990s Sunglasses

MUGLER Sculptural Black Jacket Faux Leather Top
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
femininity, perfect for someone looking to make a powerful and avant-garde fashion statement. MUGLER made in
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1990s French Jackets

Moschino Couture by Franco "Which Witch" 1980s Vintage Black Silk Velvet Jacket
By Franco Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
collector’s piece for lovers of vintage Moschino and avant-garde fashion.
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1980s Italian Jackets

Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garçons Black Cotton Ruffle Poncho Cape 2004 Sz M
By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
collectors of Japanese avant-garde fashion, Comme des Garçons, and archival Junya Watanabe. This poncho was
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Early 2000s Japanese Jackets

Fendi Tricolor Zucca Mesh Leather Colibri Heels
By Fendi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the realm of avant-garde fashion with the Fendi Tricolor Zucca Mesh & Leather Colibri
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Heels

1998 Vivienne Westwood runway coat
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
aesthetic. In the 2000s, Vivienne Westwood continued to solidify her legacy as a pioneer of avant-garde
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1990s Coats and Outerwear

1990s Judith Hugener Avant Garde Hair Skirt
Located in New York, NY
From Avant Garde designer Judith Hugener we have this very cool skirt with an Alexander McQueen
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1990s German Skirts

1980s Krizia Vintage Striped Avant Garde Blouse
By Krizia
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s avant garde blouse in 79% cotton 21% silk with black stripes and unique pagoda
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1980s Italian Blouses

1950s Royal Blue Avant Garde Aerodynamic Sculpted Hat
Located in Gresham, OR
A stunning and unusual 1950s royal blue avant garde aerodynamic sculpted hat. Royal blue velvet
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1950s American Hats

Philippe Chevallier Vintage Avant Garde Translucent Sunglasses, 1960s
By Philippe Chevallier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Rare collector's item vintage Philippe Chevalier translucent avant garde sunglasses with medium
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1960s French Sunglasses

Jean Paul Gautier Black Leather Avant Garde Top
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in University City, MO
Jean Paul Gautier black leather avant-garde top The edgy leather sleeveless top is designed with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Blouses

Martine Sitbon Silk and Wool Avant Garde Skirt
By Martine Sitbon
Located in Sparks, NV
Unique Martine Sitbon black avant garde skirt with silk chiffon ruffle detail. Details
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21st Century and Contemporary French Skirts

Norma Kamali Vintage Avant Garde Top or Jacket
By Norma Kamali
Located in Sparks, NV
So avant garde and so Norma Kamali! This top/jacket features giant puff sleeves, light weight olive
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Late 20th Century American Shirts

Avant Garde Gold Metallic Accordion Pleated Sculpture Jacket
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Avant Garde gold metallic accordion pleated sculpture jacket. This amazing and unique jacket is
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1980s American Jackets

Mashiah Plisse Tartan Plaid Jacket Top Avant Garde
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Mashiah is a contemporary women’s fashion line started in 1999 by Merch Mashiah. Based in both
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Early 2000s Jackets

Vintage Avant Garde Coyote Fur + Leather Knit Jacket
Located in Sparks, NV
Unique vintage 1980s coyote fur and leather knit jacket with a zip up front from the estate of Pamela Lewis (Jerry Lewis/ Gary Lewis). Unlined with patchwork construction and dolman ...
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1980s Canadian Jackets

1993 MARTIN MARGIELA Deni Cler cream RUNWAY skirt
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Fransisco, CA
collectors of rare 1990s avant-garde fashion. Labeled a size '40'. Approximate measurements: waist 25
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1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear

Jean Paul Gaultier Avant Garde Black + Gray Wool Skirt
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Sparks, NV
Black wool avant garde skirt by Jean Paul Gaultier. Gray wool trim and two way front zipper. Unique
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1990s Italian Skirts

Rick Owens Multi Tie Cropped Avant Garde Structured Jacket
By Rick Owens
Located in Oakland, CA
Black cropped avant garde Rick Owens jacket. Detailed constructed with panels, pin tucking and tie
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2010s Italian Jackets

Pierre Cardin Couture Avant Garde Train Gown
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pierre Cardin Couture black silk velvet long sleeve dress with avant garde attached ball gown train
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20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

ISSEY MIYAKE Archival Pleats Please Dress Dramatic Sculptural Gown
By Issey Miyake
Located in Berlin, BE
The Issey Miyake Kaleidoscope Dress In the realm of avant-garde fashion, few designers captivate
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1990s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

New Vintage Oversized Style Avant Garde Germany 1970 Sunglasses
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Oversized Sunglasses frame holding a pair pf medium brown lenses. Made in Germany in 1970's. This item may show minor sign of wear due to storage.
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1970s Sunglasses

Vintage Issey Miyake Brown Pleated Avant Garde Shirt Blouse
By Issey Miyake
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage Issey Miyake brown top! Awesome ridge-like detail at arms, sides, etc. Looks amazing on, and can easily be worn from day to night. Marked Size Medium, but can fit Sma...
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1990s Japanese Blouses

Alexander Wang Avant Garde White Trench Coat
By Alexander Wang
Located in University City, MO
Alexander Wang Avant-garde white trench coat The stylish trench coat is designed with loose
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Trench Coats

Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons Runway Blue White Circles Illusion Top, 2015
By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons
Located in Boca Raton, FL
with a passion for avant-garde fashion. Measurements Size: XS Bust: 33 inches Length: 23 inches This
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Jackets

1960s Mod Avant Garde News Paper Sheath Dress
Located in University City, MO
1960s Mod avant-garde news paper sheath dress The whimsical retro dress is constructed from paper
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1960s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

Vintage Christian D02 Avant Garde Two Tone Optyl Sunglasses Germany
By Christian Dior
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Vintage Christian Dior D02 Massive Avant Garde Two tone frame with spotless smoke grey gradient
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1970s German Sunglasses

Norma Kamali Vintage Avant Garde Batwing Cocoon Jacket or Tunic
By Norma Kamali
Located in Sparks, NV
Unique Norma Kamali avant garde cocoon jacket with batwing dolman sleeves and an asymmetric hemline
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Late 20th Century American Jackets

Elke Walter Pleated Flaming Avant Garde Wrap Boa / Bolero
Located in Gresham, OR
Elke Walter synthethic pleated flame-colored Avant Garde sculptural wrap boa/bolero. Size L.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Bolero Jackets

Claude Montana Vintage Black Avant Garde Lace-Up Skirt, 1990s
By Claude Montana
Located in Sparks, NV
Reduced from $325. Unique avant garde skirt by Claude Montana features a front slit and buttons and
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Late 20th Century French Skirts

PIERRE CARDIN Foldable Asymmetric Avant-Garde Tortoise Sunglasses, c. 1964
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Munich, DE
handbag. Such an avant-garde and practical style at the same time! The design features a stylized aviator
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1960s French Sunglasses

Henri Bendel Avant Garde Black Beaded Conical Hat c 1990
By Henri Bendel
Located in University City, MO
Henri Bendel Avant-garde black beaded conical hat c 1990 The stylish wool hat is embellished with
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Late 20th Century British Hats

Avant-Garde Italian Green Tinted Sunglasses Designed by Tuttifrutti Italy
Located in University City, MO
Avant-garde Italian green tinted sunglasses designed by Tuttifrutti Italy c 1960s The mod retro
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1960s Italian Sunglasses

Christian Lacroix Vintage Black Avant Garde Coat
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Sparks, NV
Spectacular vintage Christian Lacroix wool/ cashmere blend coat with diamond shaped pockets and a gathered waistband. 75% wool/ 25% cashmere. Fully lined with front zip closure. The ...
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1990s French Swing Coats

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Find the exact vintage or contemporary piece of avant garde fashion you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Red and more options on these pages. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of avant garde fashion among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Thierry Mugler, Comme des Garçons and Claude Montana are consistently popular. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Avant Garde Fashion?

Prices for a piece of avant garde fashion can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $100 and can go as high as $58,000, while, on average they fetch $723.
Questions About Avant Garde Fashion
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Avant garde in fashion refers to forward-looking, innovative designs. Avant garde fashion pushes against mainstream trends and proposes unconventional ideas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Avant-garde earrings are earrings that feature bold, experimental designs. Avant-garde jewelry design dates back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when artists and designers began rejecting traditional conventions and trying out new forms. Avant-garde jewelry may feature asymmetrical shapes, surprising geometric forms or unusual materials. On 1stDibs, find a selection of avant-garde jewelry.