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Stunnung Late 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Silk Velvet Haute Couture Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A stunning and very collectable 1980s Yves Saint Laurent couture burgundy silk velvet evening gown
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1980s French Evening Dresses

1940S Fabulous french haute couture crimson silk velvet quilted bath robe
Located in Newark, DE
MARGARET, 9 rue de la paix, Paris, circa 1940 Fabulous crimson silk velvet bath robe, entirely
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1940s French Robes

1960s Nina Ricci Haute Couture Angora and Velvet Turquoise Cape Coat
By Nina Ricci
Located in Houston, TX
strips of velvet and Mohair. The coat is lined with a turquoise wool knit and has short sleeves above the
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1970s French Coats

Archival Chanel Haute Couture Black Velvet and Shocking Pink Silk Halter Gown
By Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
breathtaking shocking pink silk and black velvet gown from their iconic 1982 fall-winter haute couture
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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Archival 1930s Worth Haute Couture Beaded Black Velvet Silk Billow-Sleeve Dress
By House of Worth
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
piece would only be found in the highest haute couture of today. Museum quality and an investment that
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1930s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage 1951 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Velvet Wide-Cuff Swing Coat
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Length: 23 inches Total Length: 40 inches This stunning Pierre Balmain Paris Haute Couture numbered
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1950s French Coats

1969 Nina Ricci Haute Couture Documented Rainbow Block-Color Velvet Maxi Dress
By Nina Ricci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
inches This Nina Ricci Couture 'Jeunes Femmes' designer gown is in excellent condition with no rips or
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1960s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1930 s Molyneux Haute Couture Sapphire Blue Silk Velvet Asymmetric Bias-Cut Gown
By Molyneux, Edward Molyneux
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-cut gown dating back to his 1929-30 fall/winter haute couture collection. After a period working for
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1930s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage 1973 Chanel Haute Couture Guipure Knit Lace and Silk Velvet Black Dress
By Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
inches This Chanel haute couture numbered 58896 two piece guipure crochet lace cocktail dress ensemble
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1970s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Pierre Cardin haute couture black and red evening ensemble 1998
By Pierre Cardin
Located in London, GB
Pierre Cardin haute couture, with black velvet mini strapless dress and red ruffles skirt shorter
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1990s French Ball Gowns

VALENTINO "New" Haute Couture Swarovski Diamonds on Black Hems Silk Gown- Unworn
By Valentino
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
VALENTINO Haute Couture swarovski diamonds on black velvet straps with V shape, silk gown - Unworn
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

FORTUNY Venice Antique Hand-painted Silk-Screened Velvet Deco Cape.
By Fortuny
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
FORTUNY Venice Antique Hand-painted Silk-Screened and Velvet Deco' Haute Couture Cape - Lining with
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Early 20th Century Italian Capes

YSL Haute Couture Velvet Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New Hope, PA
A stunning black velvet Haute Couture coat from Yves St Laurent is from the estate of a French
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1960s French Coats

1960 S PIERRE BALMAIN haute couture velvet gown with embroidery beading
By Pierre Balmain
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning jet black velvet haute couture gown with large cream satin sleeves decorated with
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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1985 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Velvet Panne Leopard Print Evening Gown
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
Stunning 1985 Yves Saint Laurent haute couture midnight blue, soft and supple velvet panne evening
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Late 20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture Velvet Evening Ensemble with Mink Fur, FW 1999
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
This Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture evening ensemble features a tailored black velvet jacket with
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

VALENTINO haute couture black velvet dress with lace cut outs
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare jet black haute couture velvet dress with cut out lace appliqués from Valentino dating to
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1970s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent Velvet and Wool Suit Haute Couture
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Haute Couture velvet and wool suit. Silk lining. No size nor
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1980s French Skirt Suits

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Brooch Detail Black Evening Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This is an exceptionally fine 1980s haute couture velvet column dress that features an elaborate
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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Christian Dior Haute Couture Cockerel Feathers Velvet Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior Haute Couture Cockerel Feathers Velvet Dress. Cockerel feathers top part,dress
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Late 20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Franck Sorbier Haute Couture Cape in Velvet, 2014/15
By Franck Sorbier
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Franck Sorbier -Haute Couture cape in velvet panne and velvet devoured. No composition label or
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2010s French Capes

1930 s Chanel Haute Couture Black Velvet Halter Gown
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Incredible 1930's jet black velvet Chanel Haute Couture gown. Halter neckline with ruching
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1930s French Evening Gowns

YVES SAINT LAURENT haute couture black silk velvet dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black silk velvet haute couture dress from Yves Saint Laurent. Empire bodice with bow detail
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Balenciaga Haute Couture Black Velvet Jewel Toque Hat
By Balenciaga
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Born in Spain in 1895, Cristóbal Balenciaga is renowned as one of the masters of haute couture
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1950s French Hats

Christian Lacroix Coat of Black Velvet and Silk Haute Couture
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - Haute Couture coat made of black velvet and silk. Buttons in gold-plated metal
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1990s Coats

Haute Couture Christian Dior Vintage Black Velvet Lace 1970s dress
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Incredible 1973 Automne-Hiver Christian Dior Haute couture by Marc Bohan black velvet drop waist
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses

Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Set Composed of Black Velvet Jacket
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix - Haute Couture set composed of a black velvet jacket embroidered with sequins, a
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1990s French Skirt Suits

Pierre Balmain Chiseled Velvet and Silk Evening Dress Haute Couture
By Pierre Balmain, Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain - Haute Couture chiseled velvet and silk evening dress. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR
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1960s Evening Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Black Silk Velvet Dress, 1986
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Black silk velvet Haute Couture evening gown embellished with
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1980s French Evening Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Black Silk Velvet Dress, 1986
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Black silk velvet Haute Couture evening gown embellished with
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1980s French Evening Dresses

Christian Dior Haute Couture Automne-Hiver 1968 Crushed Velvet Jacket
By Christian Dior
Located in US
Christian Dior Haute Couture Automne-Hiver 1968 Crushed Midnight Blue Velvet Jacket Rock n Roll
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1960s French Blazers

Christian Lacroix Jacket Haute Couture
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX - Haute Couture silk satin and black velvet short jacket. No size indicated, it
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1980s French Blazers

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture black silk velvet cocktail dress, fw 1981
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Autumn-Winter 1981 black velvet cocktail dress with ample pleated
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1971 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Sleeveless Silk Velvet Evening Gown No.15047
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Studio City, CA
1971 fall/winter collection Pierre Balmain haute couture silk sleeveless evening gown with red and
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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970 s Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Sable Trimmed Velvet Maxi Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New Hope, PA
This fabulous piece of YSL haute couture comes from the estate of an American Department Store
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1970s French Coats and Outerwear

1985 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Empire Chiffon&Velvet Evening Gown Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
A breathtaking late 1985 Yves Saint Laurent haute couture empire style evening gown featuring a
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20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Azzedine Alaia Haute Couture Sleeveless Brown Silk Velvet Evening Gown Ca.1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Studio City, CA
Circa 1990 Alaia couture evening gown cut in a draping grecian style. The color is a deep copper
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1990s French Evening Dresses

Christian Lacroix Bustier Dress Haute Couture
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix -Haute Couture bustier dress with velvet, guipure, and tulle. No size nor
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Top and Skirt Set in Velvet and Lace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture -Set comprised of a black silk velvet tunic and a long lace skirt
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1990s French Evening Dresses

F/W 1997 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Black Velvet Satin Strapless Gown
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a gorgeous black silk satin Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture gown, designed by Yves
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

A Redingote Velvet dress by Jean-Charles Worth Haute Couture - Paris Circa 1923
By Worth, House of Worth
Located in Toulon, FR
, a pioneer of French Haute Couture and a famous fashion house that operated from 1858 to 1954. After
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1920s French Caftans

PIERRE BALMAIN HAUTE COUTURE Green Black Sheer Stripe Dress with Velvet Size 6
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Pierre Balmain dress is composed a true green and sheer black striped silk with a velvet trim
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20th Century French Cocktail Dresses

Boué Soeurs Paris New York Haute Couture circa 1925
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1925 France Haute Couture Negligee in salmon velvet labelled from the famous House Paris Boué
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1920s French Negligees

YVES SAINT-LAURENT Haute Couture 076278 Black Single Breasted Jacket Suit 1993
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
-Laurent Haute Couture no.076278 Circa 1993-1996. A black Haute Couture suit with a silky velvet round neck
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1990s French Skirt Suits

Philip Treacy Chanel Haute Couture Runway Worn 1 of a kind Fantasy Hat
By Chanel
Located in New Hope, PA
of his work and asked him to design hats for his Chanel Haute Couture Collection. A miniature black
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1990s French Hats

Givenchy Haute Couture Velvet Dress with Bare Back Diamante
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
This glamorous black silk velvet dress from Givenchy Haute Couture is embellished with large square
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20th Century French Evening Gowns

Hubert De Givenchy Haute Couture Velvet Coat Numbered 68583
By Givenchy
Located in Toulon, FR
from the eighties. Black velvet silk, sequins in silver and black. Long coat in black velvet panne silk
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1980s French Coats

Givenchy F/W 1977 Haute Couture Velvet Chantilly Lace Gown
By Givenchy
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
Dating to the 1977 A/W collection, this numbered Givenchy Haute Couture dress was designed by none
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1970s French Evening Gowns

Thierry Mugler Haute Couture Green Velvet Dress with Belt, "VAMPIRE DRESS" 1981.
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in New York, NY
Thierry Mugler Haute Couture Green Velvet Dress with Belt, "VAMPIRE DRESS" 1981. Off the shoulder
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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Christian Dior Haute Couture Black Velvet Cocktail Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a custom Haute Couture cocktail dress from Christian Dior. It is a lovely fitted dress
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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

1970s Louis Feraud Haute Couture Black Velvet Dress
By Louis Feraud Paris, Per Spook
Located in London, GB
This arresting 1970s black velvet haute couture dress is by Norwegian designer Per Spook when he
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1970s French Evening Dresses

1970 s GIVENCHY haute couture purple velvet jacket
By Givenchy
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Fits a size US 2 to petite 6. Approximate measurements: length 28" and underarm to cuff 16". Bust and waist are fully adjustable. Fully lined in silk. Made in France. Excellent condi...
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1970s French Jackets

1986 CHRISTIAN DIOR Haute Couture Black Velvet Strapless Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black velvet haute couture gown with large wrap around pockets, high front slit and satin bow
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1980s French Evening Gowns

THIERRY MUGLER Black Velvet "VAMPIRE" Dress Haute Couture 1981
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a historic dress by none other than the iconic Thierry Mugler! This is a Haute Couture
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Gown with Hand Appliqued Velvet Flowers
Located in New Hope, PA
The couture construction in this dress is truly amazing. A beautiful cobalt blue silk strapless
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20th Century French Evening Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture Beaded Printed Floral Velvet Dress, Low Back
By Givenchy
Located in New Hope, PA
printed floral design on a black velvet background. The effect is quite dramatic. The dress has a boat
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Late 20th Century French Cocktail Dresses

1980S GIVENCHY Black Haute Couture Silk Moiré Taffeta Beaded Velvet Gown
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
1980S GIVENCHY Black Haute Couture Silk Moiré Taffeta & Beaded Velvet Gown
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1980s Formal Gowns

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Haute Couture Velvet For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary piece of haute couture velvet you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Blue, Gold and more options on these pages. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of haute couture velvet may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Yves Saint Laurent, Pierre Balmain and Christian Dior each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Finding a choice in our collection of haute couture velvet for sale for women should be easy, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Haute Couture Velvet?

Prices for a piece of haute couture velvet can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $450 and can go as high as $18,000, while, on average they fetch $2,873.

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. 

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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 Haute Couture Velvet
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Haute couture is the name of custom-designed clothing that select fashion houses produce. To qualify as haute couture, a maker must receive certification from the Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie de Paris. Each year, this chamber of commerce publishes a list of the current haute couture maisons. Shop a selection of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    The difference between couture and haute couture comes down to the regulations and laws of France. A couture fashion label is any label that produces made-to-order pieces for clients. To be accurately identified as haute couture, a couture maison must secure certification from the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Paris. Each year, this organization publishes a list of current haute couture fashion houses. Explore a large selection of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Haute couture is described as high-end luxury wear that has been custom-fitted and constructed by hand from start to finish and is governed by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode in France. ​​You can shop a variety of top fashion houses' haute couture designs from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
    Yes, Balmain is haute couture. The term haute couture refers to high-end luxury wear that has been custom-fitted and constructed by hand from start to finish. The world of haute couture is governed by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode in France.

    Fashion designer Pierre Balmain established his now-iconic label in 1945. In the postwar years, Balmain became known for bell-shaped skirts falling from slender waists, structured jackets over sheath day dresses and embellishments like fur trim.

    From the dresses favored by Hollywood icons like Audrey Hepburn and Marlene Dietrich to the sleek, skinny jeans seen on Nicki Minaj, Kid Cudi and every Kardashian, clothes from the House of Balmain have long been mainstays in celebrity wardrobes. Shop a collection of vintage Balmain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Whether Mugler is haute couture may vary from year to year. This is due to the fact that the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode updates its list of haute couture fashion houses annually. Generally, the French luxury fashion house founded by Thierry Mugler has regularly appeared on the list of official haute couture fashion houses. Explore a variety of Mugler apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 20, 2024
    Yes, Dior is haute couture.

    The French luxury fashion house Christian Dior is an official member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that determines which maisons can operate with haute couture status.

    When Christian Dior launched his haute couture house, in 1946, he wanted nothing less than to make “an elegant woman more beautiful and a beautiful woman more elegant.” He succeeded, and in doing so the visionary designer altered the landscape of 20th century fashion. Vintage Dior bags, shoes, evening dresses, shirts and other garments and accessories are known today for their feminine and sophisticated sensibility.

    On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of vintage Dior apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    A haute couture dress is dress is a dress that was made by an esteemed haute couture designer. Dresses created by haute couture houses are constructed by hand from start to finish. They’re made of the finest materials and are individually tailored to meet the needs of a specific client.

    Haute couture garments are expertly created by firms that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Dior, Maison Margiela and Schiaparelli are examples of universally revered haute couture houses.

    Find haute couture dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify haute couture, start by locating the brand label on your item. Once you know who produced it, you can check the official list of haute couture fashion houses published on the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode website to see if the maker is on the list. By law, only maisons that meet certain standards established by the Paris Chamber of Commerce can be considered haute couture. Find a wide variety of apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Yes, Versace is haute couture. The Italian fashion house is an official member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that determines which firms can operate with haute couture status.

    More than any designer before him, Gianni Versace mined celebrity, music and Pop art for inspiration. In fact, the New York Times noted in 1997 that the fashion industry "is now driven by contemporary culture because Mr. Versace made it that way."

    On 1stDibs, find vintage Versace clothing and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if something is haute couture, first look for a size tag. Haute couture is custom-made for the purchaser, eliminating the need for a size tag. Every inch of a haute couture item will be flawless as well. Imperfections like misaligned or uneven stitches, poor-quality fabrics or cheaply made zippers and buttons are a sign that a piece isn't haute couture. You can also consult the list of haute couture fashion houses published by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode every year. The list is accessible on the organization's website. Explore a wide variety of apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    In fashion, “haute couture” means "high sewing" or "high dressmaking." Haute couture is French and refers to the creation of one-of-a-kind pieces by an esteemed fashion designer or house for a particular client. 

    Haute couture garments such as dresses are pieces of clothing constructed by hand from start to finish and are made with the highest quality materials. They are expertly created by firms that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Dior, Maison Margiela and Schiaparelli are some of fashion's universally revered haute couture houses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024
    Yes, Louis Vuitton is haute couture. The iconic French luxury brand is a member of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body of haute couture as an art form.

    Founded in 1868 as the Chambre Syndicale de la Couture and renamed FHCM in 2017, the organization has around 100 members — and Sidney Toledano, the CEO of Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), sits on its executive committee. "Haute couture" is a legal term that, literally translated, means "high sewing" and refers to innovative, hand-crafted garments created for private clients and presented to the public every January and July.

    Find vintage Louis Vuitton Neverfull bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
    Worth, the father of haute couture, is Charles Frederick Worth. In 1858, he established the House of Worth in Paris and began creating custom-made dresses for celebrities like Sarah Bernhardt and Jenny Lind and elites of fashion. By the 1870s, he was widely known throughout Europe, and many now consider him the first truly successful fashion designer. Explore a wide variety of apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between luxury and haute couture relates to exclusivity. Luxury is a general term for items made from fine materials and with meticulous crafting techniques that maximize quality, allowing them to be sold for high prices. Makers that produce these items are luxury brands. To be called haute couture, a brand must meet the strict requirements of the Paris Chamber of Commerce. Each year, its commission, the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode, publishes a list of haute couture fashion houses. Explore a collection of luxury apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    The difference between ready-to-wear and haute couture comes down to availability and pricing as well as whether or not the brand in question can assert haute couture status (this denomination is protected by law). Haute couture garments are crafted by maisons that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Haute couture items are custom-made and individually tailored to fit the wearer. As a result, they sell for very high prices. Fashion houses produce ready-to-wear apparel on a much larger scale in a range of predetermined sizes and sell it at lower price points. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    The difference between high fashion and haute couture comes down to official recognition. For its pieces to be legally called haute couture, a fashion house must meet the standards set forth by the Chambre de commerce et d'industrie de Paris, which publishes a list of haute couture labels every year. High fashion is a general term for pieces designed and tailored to order that sell at aspirational price points. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    The difference between prêt-à-porter and haute couture is availability and average price points. Also called ready-to-wear, prêt-à-porter is the term for apparel available for purchase in stores in various sizes. Haute couture pieces are custom-made to fit the wearer's body size and type, as well as their tastes. As a result, haute couture fashion tends to cost significantly more and its pieces are one-of-a-kind. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of apparel and accessories.

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You Saw It at the Met Ball. Here’s What Camp Fashion Is Really About

This year's Costume Institute exhibition is all about embracing the eccentric.

The V&A Takes a Fresh Look at the New Look’s Pioneering Progenitor, Christian Dior

Ballrooms, Bar Suits and British royals — in a sweeping exhibition, the London museum looks back on 70 years of the French fashion house, as well as its illustrious founder and his fondness for the United Kingdom.