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1980s Donna Karan New York Gold
Black One‑Shoulder Bodycon Stretch‑Wool Gown
$3,595
£2,731.31
€3,138.85
CA$5,049.62
A$5,496.38
CHF 2,912.34
MX$66,102.32
NOK 37,029.61
SEK 33,933.54
DKK 23,447.03
About the Item
Channel the power-glam of the 1980s with this striking vintage Donna Karan New York gown. Designed in stretch-wool jersey and metallic gold Lycra, the dress features a sculptural one-shoulder silhouette flowing into a sleek black body, complete with a dramatic thigh‑high side slit. This dress embodies Karan’s pioneering vision from her 1985 “Seven Easy Pieces” era, which celebrated bold yet wearable elegance—ideal for confident, fashion-forward women.
Approximately Size Small - Medium ( lots of stretch )
Measurements:
30-38 inch bust
24-30 inch waist
30-38 inch hips
56 inches from top back shoulder seam to hem
Key Details:
• Designer: Donna Karan New York
• Era: Mid–late 1980s
• Materials: Metallic gold Lycra; black stretch-wool
• Design Features: One‑shoulder neckline, full-length sheath, thigh‑high slit
• Labeling: Donna Karan New York; union‑made in USA; 100% pure wool body
• Condition: Excellent vintage with well-preserved fabric and structure
• Care: Dry clean only—avoid petroleum solvents to preserve Lycra integrity
A collector’s dream, this gown is runway-inspired—but rare in this colorway and composition. Whether styled with minimalist heels and accessories for editorial visuals or worn to a red‑carpet event, it’s a timeless statement of confidence and couture vision.
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- Dimensions:Marked Size: Small - Medium (US)Shoulder to Hem: 56 in (142.24 cm)
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- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:San Diego, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU66226569232
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