About Black Cat Vintage
Black Cat Vintage was begun in 2005 to preserve the disappearing art of dressing beautifully. Representing over a century of fashion history, our collection includes the work of legendary artists and nameless designers alike, with each piece chosen as an exceptional reflection of its time and carefully restored to its glorious original condition. After over 25 years of collecting, our archive has been featured in museum exhibits, worn at the Emmys, costumed television performances and populated designer archives. We sincerely look forward to sharing it with you as well.
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Featured Pieces
Junya Watanabe Red Wool Honeycomb Origami Transformable Cocoon Jacket – XS, 2015
By Junya Watanabe
Located in Tucson, AZ
A master class in cut, patternmaking and proportion, this runway 2015 stole is part wearable art and an exercise in deliberate social distancing that collapses into nothing when unzi...
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2010s Japanese Jackets
Bespoke Convertible Length Brown-Black Horizontal Ranch Mink Coat – S, 1971
Located in Tucson, AZ
Custom made for its owner in 1971 and professionally stored since, this one-of-a-kind ranch mink coat is remarkable both for its beauty and its practicality. Its horizontal 5” pelts ...
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1970s American Fur Puffer Coats
Revillon Paris Brown Mink Fur Princess Stroller Coat w Art Deco Lining -S, 1950s
By Revillon
Located in Tucson, AZ
Impossibly beautiful, this ultra-rare Revillon fur manages to be even more striking on its interior than its exterior. Though the cut and features are solidly mid-century, the extrao...
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1950s French Fur Puffer Coats
Leopard Mink Double Breasted A-Line Fur Mod Stroller Coat - S-M, 1962
Located in Tucson, AZ
Jackie had one. Grace had one. Brigitte and Edie too. Considered a "neutral" since the mid-century, a leopard fur coat is the stylish gal's vintage Holy Grail, though this on is not made of the controversial genuine leopard skin Jackie's was. This one just happens to have belonged to a Las Vegas madame on top of it.
A-line stenciled mink stroller coat...
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1960s American Fur Puffer Coats
Oscar de la Renta Deep Navy Silk Demi-Couture Elizabethan Revival Gown - S, 1971
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Tucson, AZ
Celebrating the headlong revival of boho romanticism, this exceptional piece conjures the breathless femininity of Romeo's Juliet with de la Renta's demi-couture architectural precis...
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1970s American Evening Gowns
Paul-Louis Orrier Haute Couture Black Red Leg-o-Mutton Gown - XS, 1980s
By Paul-Louis Orrier
Located in Tucson, AZ
Like his contemporaries Thierry Mugler, Claude Montana and Azzedine Alaïa, Paul-Louis Orrier pushed trends to their furthest interpretation by using exaggerated shapes and angles in ...
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1980s French Ball Gowns
Oleg Cassini Nude Rose Gold Bead and Sequin Illusion Evening Gown - US 6, 1990s
By Oleg Cassini
Located in Tucson, AZ
Achingly similar to Sharon Stone’s nude Bob Mackie gown in “Casino,” this illusion gown covers all the naughty bits with a solid crust of rose gold sequins, silver beads and rhinesto...
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1990s American Evening Gowns
Lillie Rubin Black Sheer Angel Wing Gown with Rhinestone Plunge - Small, 1960s
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Tucson, AZ
Simple but dramatic, this electrifying gown is perfect for the woman who isn't comfortable without a sleeve but also appreciates a touch of allure. Floating chiffon bell sleeves are cut from underarm to wrist to create an angel wing effect, while a double row of rhinestones trims the deep bust and back lines for even more drama. Made from the most luxurious, heavyweight silk crêpe imaginable.
Full-length princess gown...
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1960s American Evening Gowns
Black Silk Velvet Imperialist Chandelier Bead and Passementerie Gown–XS-S, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A gown that would be right at home sledding through the steppes or attending the Mariinsky Theater, this regal dress literally drips with understated glamo...
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1950s Unknown Evening Gowns
Hanae Mori Fuchsia and Purple Pop Art Ink Blot Column Gown - M, 1980s
By Hanae Mori
Located in Tucson, AZ
While Hanae Mori was always known for her bold prints, this riotous Pop Art pattern may be her strongest ever. Though its easy kaftan-style silhouette wears as comfortably as pajamas...
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1980s American Evening Gowns
Lillie Rubin Black Full Length Beaded Column Gown w Illusion Sleeves – L, 21st C
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Tucson, AZ
Exquisitely simple, this statuesque floor length gown pairs a minimalistic column silhouette with dazzling black aurora borealis bugle beads so the wearer—and not her dress—does the ...
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Early 2000s American Evening Gowns
Oleg Cassini Black Heavily Beaded Illusion Power Gown w Trumpet Skirt - S, 1980s
By Black Tie by Oleg Cassini
Located in Tucson, AZ
A power gown that goes "all in" on 1980s details, from wide shoulder pads to a trumpet skirt to a drop waist in between. It even has beaded fringe that keeps moving long after you st...
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1980s American Evening Gowns
More About Black Cat Vintage
Our 2002 Galliano corset-laced mermaid gown as worn by Alek Wek. (Photo credit: Mikael Jansson.)
A solid version of our 1995 Versace Medusa suit as worn by Madonna. (Photo credit: Steven Meisel)
A screen capture of "Mad Men" S5/ep.13 entitled "The Phantom," featuring our vintage Joseph Magnin jumpsuit and tunic.
Our 1970 Pierre Cardin hostess ensemble as seen in the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Our a/w Chanel 1994 skirt suit as worn on the runway by Helena Christiansen.