The Way We Wore Clothing

Ceil Chapman sweet and sexy little black dress with all over beading, circa early 1960's Scoop neck and back detail with a classic wiggle silhouette. Sophisticated Old Hollywood glam...

Funky, semi-deconstructed double breasted coat, made of a lightweight linen and cotton blend herringbone weave. Unlined, with really cool mismatched covered metal buttons and "loose"...

Early in Ralph Lauren's historic career, he began to tap into early Americana- as illustrated by this iconic prairie dress. Apron pockets with a tie belt waist. Important piece of fa...

Classic 1960's satin bow front pumps by Christian Dior Souliers. Elegant black satin with a decorative rhinestone buckle with silver toned backing. Pair these beauties with your favo...

Courreges Hyperbole raincoat dress circa 1971/1972. Andre Courreges introduced his ready to wear line, Hyperbole, in 1970. The contrasting white and sunshine yellow paired with his ...

Tom Ford for Gucci skirt featured on the runway for the Fall 2000 Ready To Wear collection. Black smooth lana wool skirt with velvet detail on the two front hip pockets and across th...

Slinky and sexy 70s dress by cult favorite English designer, Jean Muir. Black matte jersey rayon with black sequin detail punctuating the deep v-neckline. Matching black sequins at c...

This 2000s flashback to the iconic 90s crinkle shirts is a winner. We love the abstract black and white design and its nod to streetwear-its very reminiscent of the punk scene hand-p...

Haute couture from Lanvin circa 1980s - numbered. Ivory wool with corduroy trim and soutache trim in black and grey all over front. Padded shoulders Faceted buttons on double faced ...

Sweet and colorful 1940s era dress in royal blue rayon with whimsical oversized paisley print. You know- that wonderfully weighted 1940’s kind of rayon that moves so beautifully in b...

This Moschino beauty is ornamented with the perfect Fall motifs. Between plaid and autumn leaves pieced together in a coherent way, you'll feel like a crisp October day anytime of th...

Early 1980s Halston Aqua Intricately Sequined and Beaded Ensemble. Skirt is adjustable with an elastic waist. It can also be converted to a strapless tube dress. Great vintage condi...

Become the queen of the swinging 60s with this lightweight polyester, mod mini dress. Featuring a rhinestone zipper, this dress is perfect for a night of go-go dancing. Embrace the 1...

Extravagant, playful and classy- Geoffrey Beene always adds a twist to his designs. Lifetime Beene, collectible and did we mention, reversible? The oversized swing evening jacket is ...

80s silk gown in fire engine red silk crepe by James Galanos. The ruched bodice and fan pleated detail at the front slit at hem showcases the designer's expertise and attention to d...

This gorgeous Galanos gown from the 1980s features a vibrant multi-color floral abstract print on a red background. Made of silk jacquard and lined in silk . This long dress can go f...

A sweet take on the classic black tee shirt. Vivienne Westwood Red Label circa 1990's. Long sleeve tapered waist silhouette. Key-hole cut out at neck with tie detail. 100% Italian wo...

Early 2000s Roberto Cavalli midnight blue long sleeve gown. Made from sheer stretchy mesh fabric at top with silk chiffon sleeves and skirt. Adorned with intricate beadwork, crochet ...

A rare and highly collectible Jean Paul Gaultier x Wolford bodysuit. This collaboration came out in 1999 and has been coveted ever since. Wolford's infamous sophisticated hosiery tec...

A Vivienne Westwood dress so fabulous, that the Dame herself wore one when meeting with Lady Diana! One of her most coveted collections, 'The Portrait' pays homage to the decadence o...

Gucci butterfly print cotton blouse circa 1970's. White cotton with a printed pink, orange, yellow, and green butterfly motif. Pair with a 1966 'Flora' print scarf and make your way ...

1920s flapper dress in black silk chiffon with built in silk crepe slip. Drop waisted and sheer - this would make for an elegant Theda Bara moment. The studded rhinestone accents giv...

The Leonard 2000 Jersey Tee Dress with Belt exudes effortless chic and simplicity. Crafted from slinky silk jersey and featuring an iconic abstract print in neutral tones, this dress...

Cheeky little kink inspired heels by the late great Alexander McQueen. Classic black leather kitten heels with a seductive twist. Lace-up back detail with blackened brass grommets an...

Embody the sepia-toned nostalgia of decades past in this flowing kaftan dress. Warm sepia-toned printed collage of late 19th century paintings. Serene and romantic memories printed o...

Statement boots from Belgian designer Dirk Bikkemberg circa 1990s. Tall black leather work boot style with wide buckle at ankle. Chrome cover on heel. In never worn condition. Super...

Lida Baday black embellished evening mini skirt. Slinky and sultry. Beaded and sequined waistband. Meant to be worn on the hip for the full 2000's glamour. Stretchable rayon jersey b...

Let's face it- Mugler just makes everything SEXY! What could have been a simple white rayon crepe day dress has been transformed into the skin-showing back, low v-neck and hip accent...

This elegant white Lorena Sarbu caftan is perfect for special occasions. Trimmed in beads, it features exquisite craftsmanship and the highest quality sil...

Issey Miyake S/S 1991 color-blocked dove grey and neon orange pleated mini dress or tunic. Asymmetrical silhouette with twisted voluminous paper lantern sleeves. An origami masterpie...

An absolutely intriguing, creative and head-turning piece. Avant-garde rounds create a bubble/scale effect. Cardin really got the mod meets space-age theme right here. Extraterrestri...

Indulge in modern femininity with this must-have Dolce & Gabbana bustier dress. Crafted with a corset top and slip-style silhouette, this dress offers a lingerie-inspired look that b...

Anna Sui Fall 2004 burgundy flecked tweed skirt with chenille and pink ribbon detail. This skirt was featured as the first look on the runway worn by the iconic Naomi Campbell. Class...

If CatWoman needed a slinky number to a formal event in the 90s, this would be it. The perfect amount of intriguing and serpentine. Something about this dress, maybe the gorgeous fro...

A classic 1960's A-line silhouette little black cocktail dress. The silhouette features wide shoulder straps, a fitted bodice with a sheer chiffon panel at the waist, and a full flow...

Christian Dior Boutique S/S 1968 'Byzantine' collection by Marc Bohan. Bishop sleeves and a deep gathered neck. Tangerine orange polyester chiffon with argyle gold lamé embroidery a...

This Dolce & Gabbana Black Label top will make your fans green with envy with how luxurious this print is! This silk top blends our favorite details of the 2000s with an animal-print...

Exude timeless elegance with the Holly Harp 1990s Black Chiffon Bias-Cut Tiered Gown. Crafted from black chiffon, this exquisite gown exudes a 30s-inspired charm with its satin ruffl...

Perfect for dancing! 1940's gown in black rayon organza. Full, sweeping skirt, bishop sleeves, and banded waist and neckline adorned with metallic sequins. Can be worn off the should...

Radiant little hand-sequined 1974 Halston Resort dress. Halston began to embrace the glossy allure of full sequin silhouettes around 1973. The sequin technique he used during this ti...

Get ready for spring with these stylish Prada fuchsia satin platform espadrilles! Featuring a sling-back Mary Jane silhouette, silver buckle hardware, and an adjustable buckle closur...

Super sexy little black dress from Rick Owen's Fall/Winter 2003 Ready To Wear collection. The deconstructed silhouette plays with texture in a way that is only noticeable from a clos...

We found the dress for your courthouse wedding! Short, sweet, and to the point. Adorable white lace dress from Nina Ricci. The perfect dress for a rehearsal dinner or a post-ceremony...

1980s old-money elegance! Imagine a high profile gala, champagne bubbles and the smell of Elizabeth Taylor's "Passion" - this is undoubtedly the gown that pops into the scene. Sleek,...

Elegant little cocktail dress by CHADO Ralph Rucci from the 2000's. Brown viscose matte jersey beautifully complements the gold sequin and quilting detail. Intricate top-stitching de...

80s Beaded Black & Gold Holiday Gown. Angled sleeves and intricate beading e with a floral emerald design center front. In good vintage condition. Back zipper and hook. Satin back sa...

Contemporary Comme des Garcons GIRL cropped pants. Polyester dropped waisted, dropped crotch. Harem style in a denim cut. Typically avant-garde vibe from Rei Kawakubo. Loose fitting ...

Early 2000s Dries Van Noten Evening dress. Black silk satin and chiffon with a patchwork of different and interesting beadwork - from seed beads to bugle beads. Simple silhouette wi...

1990's Gianfranco Ferre silk organdy blouse with bold red, black, yellow, and white abstract print. Open front blouse, no closure. Black chevron stitching and beading on red collar. ...

Gucci stiletto booties with knotted beige leather and peep toe detail. Zipper along the back. Supple and strong eline leather. The knotted element adds a bit of flexibility and stret...

This bold wool blazer from Comme des Garcons' A/W 1998 collection exudes architectural elegance with its unique asymmetric underpinnings. The interior hook faux corset flap tank adds...

A rare and highly collectible Moschino Cheap and Chic leather jacket from their Fall/ Winter 1990/1991 collection. Glossy black pebbled leather with patches of metallic gold leather,...

This stunning Lorena Sarbu dress is serpentine sex-appeal in a modern setting. Immaculately beaded in scaling and accented with leather patchwork, this dr...

This black minimalist dress by Issey Miyake is a versatile addition to any wardrobe. Sleeveless and scoop neck. With pleated detailing and the option to wear it alone or layered, th...

Couture cocktail ensemble by Chado Ralph Rucci. The abstract design printed onto silk organdy is from a digitized painting by Rucci himself. Wearable art! The creamy bone colored sil...

Creatively constructed dress by the fabulous Madame Grès. Vibrant tomato red silk twill knee length cocktail dress. Intricate darting and seam-work make for a unique silhouette. Mini...

Absolutely incredible 2014 Ready to Wear Peter Dundas (previous designer for Cavalli, Lacroix, Ungaro, Gaultier) Maasai inspired skirt that pays hommage to Pucci's creator( born 1947...

This Italian couture fashion house was founded by tailor Sergio Mingolini and designer Carlo Gugenheim and was once a favorite of the high society women like Jackie Onassis and Babe ...

An iconic Yves Saint Laurent silhouette circa .Black velvet wrap gown with taffeta ruffle trim. Deep v neckline. Fully lined. Self tie at waist. Fully lined and in excellent conditio...

Get ready to turn heads in this drop dead gorgeous Dolce & Gabbana black label dress. Wild jumbo leopard print with decorative quilting. Corseting lace-up grommet detail on both side...