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Period: 1940s
1940S Navy Blue Patchwork Cotton Florida Seminole Native American Jacket With R
Located in New York, NY
1940S Navy Blue Patchwork Cotton Florida Seminole Native American Jacket With Ric-Rac Trim
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1940s Clothing

1940s Black Lace Satin Side Button Embroidered Elaine Tap Pants
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1940s black lace & satin side button embroidered for, Elaine, tap pants. Beautiful black lace tap pants sit high on the waist and close at the side with a black satin placket and tin...
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American 1940s Clothing

Black crêpe evening dress with rhinestone and sequin Halle Brothers Co 1940 s
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black crêpe evening dress with rhinestone and sequin embellishment on a see-through tulle base. Shoulder pad. Hook&eye closure on the middle front. Fabric Belt. Zip closure on the le...
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American 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940 s Ivory Silk Brocade Loungewear Set 1940s Silk Suit UK 4 US 0
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A rare piece to behold, this original 1940's ivory silk brocade loungewear set, accented by a floral silk pattern and comprised of a blouse and trousers, is the perfect ensemble to a...
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1940s Clothing

1940 s Printed Draped Silk One Shoulder Gown
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 1940's Draped Silk Crepe One Shoulder Gown with ruffled scarf. Draped bodice extends into shoulder with bralette stitched inside for support. Full skirt with panels at each s...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940s Creed of London Finely Tailored Couture Royal Blue Skirt Suit w/ Caplet
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautifully tailored 1940s Creed of London couture 3-piece royal blue wool skirt suit with caplet. Silk crepe lined and fabulous inscribed buttons. Caplet has a velvet Chesterfield...
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English 1940s Clothing

1940 S Nude Peach Cotton Rayon Satin Bra From Paris With Mother-Of-Pearl Butt
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Nude Peach Cotton & Rayon Satin Bra From Paris With Mother-Of-Pearl Buttons
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1940s Clothing

1940s Green Polka-Dot Silk Satin Dress, Green Wool Bolero and Hat Ensemble
Located in Gresham, OR
A charming 1940s coordinating ensemble--sold together: A green and cream polka-dot silk satin dress with flowing skirt and tailored bodice, with a lightweight green wool jacket. Fu...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940 s IRENE LENTZ black dress with blouson silk chiffon overlay
Located in San Fransisco, CA
A stunning and hard-to-find piece from the late 1940's created by Irene Lentz. This black gown really channels classic 'film noir' Hollywood glamour from this era. The dress featu...
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American 1940s Clothing

Wool Gabardine 1940 s Jacket with Beaded Capelet
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Wool Gabardine 1940's Jacket with Beaded Capelet in deep navy with aurora purple bugle bead swirl beading on attached capelet. 3 self covere...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940S Ethnic Medallion Printed Cotton Seersucker Button Front Dress With Tie Be
Located in New York, NY
1940S Ethnic Medallion Printed Cotton Seersucker Button Front Dress With Tie Belt
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1940s Clothing

Black double-breasted coat with velvet collar Lilli Ann Circa 1940 s
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black double-breasted coat with velvet collar and piping. Black satin lining. Pockets on both side. Size M
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American 1940s Clothing

Dorothy O Hara Vintage Black Lace Cocktail Dress, 1940s
Located in Sparks, NV
Extremely rare vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara cocktail dress in unworn condition with the original tags still attached! Nude illusion lace bustline and draped front. Details: Par...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940s Fujibayashi Blue + Green + Gold Novelty Print Silk Vintage 40s Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1940s FUJIBAYASHI blue, green and gold novelty print vintage silk brocade jacket! Features trees and landscapes / mountains printed throughout. Detachable fringe belt makes t...
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Japanese 1940s Clothing

1940S Black Sheer Nylon Lace Fitted Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Black Sheer Nylon & Lace Fitted Cocktail Dress
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1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940 s Chenille Dressing Gown 1940s Blue Chenille Rove UK 10 US 6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in a palette of turquoise blue, this original 1940's chenille dressing gown, accented by a decorative lotus and geometric pattern along the hemline, is a wonderful addition ...
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Vintage 1940 s Dress Black Crepe Silk Pastel Striped Bow Detail UK 10 US 6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the most figure flattering silhouette, this original vintage 1940's black crepe silk dress, accented by pastel striped taffeta silk in shades of pale blue, pastel pink, g...
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1940S Purple Orange Silk Floral Printed Childs Kimono With Bow Neck
Located in New York, NY
1940S Purple & Orange Silk Floral Printed Childs Kimono With Bow Neck
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1940s Clothing

1940 s JACQUES FATH navy blue satin coat dress
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare navy satin coat dress designed by Jacques Fath for Joseph Halpert dating to the 1940's. Best fits a size 4. Approximate measurements: should...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940s Rayon Novelty Garden Print Skirt Suit with Velvet Trim
Located in London, GB
This 1940s novelty cold rayon skirt suit is tailored to a pretty and feminine tea-dress style, typical of this era. Both pieces are tailored from a midnight blue cloth which looks al...
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British 1940s Clothing

Rare 1948 Jacques Fath Beaded Chantilly Lace Dress Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French designer, Jacques Fath has been called the "Couturier's Couturier" and was considered one of the greatest couturiers of the 1950's. He was known for his outstanding opulent hi...
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1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940 s Magenta Knitted Dress UK 10-12 US 6-8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This incredible 1940's magenta knitted dress, rendered in a multitude of different knitted stitches, is just the piece for your transitional wardrobe. The deep V shaped neckline is...
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1940s Clothing

1940 S Green Gold Rayon Rare Men s Gene Autry Rockabilly Western Cowboy Shirt
Located in New York, NY
Phenomenal condition for the age, some areas of soiling however no gross stains nor perspiration wear. The leather is in pretty good shape and is not brittle nor stiff. VERY rare custom made western shirt. 1940'S Green & Gold Rayon Rare Men's Gene Autry Rockabilly Western Cowboy Shirt...
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1940s Clothing

1940s White Satin Wedding Dress with Train
Located in London, GB
This enchanting 1940s satin wedding gown was retailed by “Bourne & Hollingsworth” and refers to the luxury department store that used to sit on Oxford Street in central London. The o...
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British 1940s Clothing

Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress
Located in Paris, FR
Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on back sleeves, bias cut with many tailoring details, maxi length. In good vintage c...
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French 1940s Clothing

Chiné tweed skirt-suit with black velvet details and edge Lilli Ann Circa 1940 s
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Chiné tweed skirt-suit with black velvet details and edge. Brown rayon lining. Shoulders-pads. Box pleat in the jacket middle back. Button covered with fabric and buttonhole. SIZE ...
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American 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940 s Navy blue crepe silk pleated dress buttons back UK 10 US 6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the most delightful shade of navy blue crepe silk, this original 1940's dress, accented by a cross over feature and button fastenings along the length of the back of the ...
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Vintage 40s Evening Dress Gown Black Taffeta Scalloped Lace Hem Irving Detroit
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Fabulous vintage evening dress or gown, likely made in the late 40s or early 50s. Made from black taffeta, it features a black scalloped lace hem with lace inserts at the chest and back - so chic! It's got darts at the bodice , a gathered dropped waist and bow details at the shoulder tops, giving it a truly elegant silhouette and fit! It fastens with a metal zipper under the wearer's left arm and has a grosgrain ribbon at the front skirt bottom (photo 5). A chic and elegant vintage dress...
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Unknown 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940 s sequin jacket 1940s floral sequin black blazer UK 8-10 US 4-6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly captivating 1940's black rayon jacket, embellished with a pattern of sequin scattered flowers and leaves in shades of purple, green, gold, pink and blue, is just the perfe...
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A Couture Evening dress by Maison Paquin/Antonio Del Castillo - France C. 1949
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1949 France Haute Couture evening dress in chocolate brown stretch silk jersey by the famous Maison Jeanne Paquin, 3 Rue de la Paix, Paris, directed by Antonio Del Castillo a...
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French 1940s Clothing

1940 s HOUSE OF WORTH black wool haute couture dress
Located in San Fransisco, CA
House of Worth, 1940's A very rare black cocktail dress from the French House of Worth, dating to the 1940's. This striking design highlights the house’s couture-level craftsmanship...
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French 1940s Clothing

1940s Chiapas Black Net Maxi-Skirt with Heavy Floral Embroidery
Located in London, GB
A very fine and original Mexican Chiapas skirt hand embroidered in the 1940s. Part of the typical dancing costume of the Chiapas region in southern Mexico during this era, this weigh...
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Mexican 1940s Clothing

Burgundy skirt-suit in wool with jewellery buttons Circa 1940/50
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Burgundy skirt-suit in wool with jewellery button. Pale pink rayon lining. Cut work and "trompe l'oeil" pocket. SIZE M/L
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Unknown 1940s Clothing

Retro Silk Crepe Surreal Ballerina Print Dress
Located in New York, NY
Charming Retro silk crepe surrealist ballerina print afternoon dress retailed by Lord &Taylor. Print shows a ballerinas on a stage with audience in fore front. Label: Lord&Taylor. 1...
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American 1940s Clothing

Lilli Ann 40s Silk Skirt Suit w/ Micro-Pleated Sleeves!
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic early Lilli Ann 40s suit in a gorgeous holiday green silk, with extravagantly micro-pleated and cuffed sleeves, rhinestone embellished bow closure...
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American 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940 s Coral Wool Swing Coat 1940 s Swing Jacket Wool UK 14 US 10
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This wonderful vintage 1940's wool jacket, rendered in a vibrant shade of coral pink wool, is just the piece to add to your seasonal wardrobe. The elegant edge to edge cut of the j...
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1940s Clothing

Vintage bolero Unknown
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
UNKNOWN - Vintage off-white lace bolero jacket. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width: 40 cm - Sleeve length: 55 cm - Le...
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French 1940s Clothing

A French Evening Dress in Artificial silk fibrane - Early 1940s
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940 France Evening dress in pink purple and yellow gold artificial silk fibrane from the 1940s. Heavy and very fine fabric with an excellent "drop", slightly stretchy and elec...
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French 1940s Clothing

1940s Black Worsted Wool Belted Jacket w Studded Yoke Large Lantern Sleeves
Located in Gresham, OR
1940s Black Worsted Wool Belted Jacket w Studded Yoke & Large Lantern Sleeves: Fantastic silhouette with strong Crawford shoulders, Original matching belt is included. Jacket can be...
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American 1940s Clothing

Cream 1940 s Floral Embroidered Silk Blazer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1940s cream silk blazer features vibrant floral embroidery that adds a refined touch to any ensemble. Crafted from luscious silk, it offers a luxurious feel and sophisticated dr...
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1940s Clothing

1940s Black Jersey Dress with Novelty Umbrella Appliqué Studs
Located in London, GB
This late 1930s or early 1940s black and gold rayon crepe dress has delicate gold-toned studs across the bodice in the shape of tiny umbrellas. We have never seen this on another vi...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940s Feather Print Rayon Wrap Dress
Located in London, GB
Original cold rayon novelty feather print wrap dress dating to the 1940s. It is in really vibrant colours of orange, yellow and blue against a black background and is a combination o...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940s Novelty Ship Print Pastel Coloured Rayon Dress
Located in London, GB
This charming 1940s pastel toned shirt dress is in beautiful vintage condition and has a feminine, contemporary aesthetic. The light rayon fabric has an impressionist style novelty p...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940s Schleisner Co Flecked Grey Wool Jacket
Located in London, GB
This fine 1940s flecked grey wool jacket retailed in high end American department store Schleisner and Co, Baltimore. There is a small additional label inside from the Coat and Suit ...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940s Pale Blue Rayon Dress With Navy And White Pebble Print
Located in London, GB
This charming 1940s cold rayon pebble print dress in pale blue, navy and white is captivating in its simplicity and is in beautiful vintage condition. A tidy shift cut, this dress fe...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940s Rayon Teenage Playsuit With Novelty Roman Warrior Print
Located in London, GB
This lovely 1940s vintage rayon playsuit is a rare find and designed to fit a pre or young teen. Of particular note is the magnificent novelty print depicting Roman warriors, chariot...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940 s Black Velvet Coat W/ White Fur Collar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hailing from the 1940's our Black Velvet Coat is an opulent addition to your wardrobe, and provides the coveted 1940's shape in an outerwear piece.The collar is trimmed with white fu...
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1940s Clothing

1940 s Jewel Colored Floral Silk Dress
Located in Sharon, CT
'Jewel Colored' print, silk crepe long -nearly floor length evening dress. V yoke in front. Dress appears to be custom hand sewn and pieced in 'couture' manner. Very slim bodice t...
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1940s Clothing

Navy blue wool skirt suit with top-stitching Lilli Ann Circa 1940
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue wool skirt suit with top-stitching. Acetate lining. Decorative buttonhole on the top left side of the jacket and at the end of the sleeves. Top-stitched collar and cuffs. ...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940s Light Taupe Long Full Boucle Swing Coat w Sheared Beaver Collar Cuffs
Located in Gresham, OR
1940s Light Taupe Long Full Boucle Swing Coat w Sheared Beaver Collar & Cuffs: A fabulous 40s Hollywood style swing coat with luxuriously soft large deep cuffs and collar. Three lar...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940S Pearl White Burnout Chiffon Sheer Dress With Floral Pattern
Located in New York, NY
1940S Pearl White Burnout Chiffon Sheer Dress With Floral Pattern
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1940s Clothing

1940s Davidson s Madeleine Skirt Suit with Elaborate Button Detail
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible 1940s suit from Davidson's Madeleine label in a pale yellow and black fine wool small hounds tooth check pattern. The long sleeve single breasted jacket has a lapel collar, princess seams and elaborate pockets with self covered buttons and functional button holes matching the center front along their sides. In addition to the abundant front detail, the jacket back has zig zag waist seaming and a vent. Stunning! The midi length skirt...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940 s Beaded and Mouton Trimmed Coat
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous Beaded and Mouton Trimmed Fawn Wool Coat from the 1940's with elaborate soutache embroidery and copper beading on cape and pockets. Satin lining. Capelet once was tacked on...
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American 1940s Clothing

1950s Betty Rose Black 3/4 Sleeves 50s Vintage Trapeze Swing Opera Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Timeless and chic 1950s BETTY ROSE 3/4 sleeve trapeze opera jacket! Perfect for all year wear. Soft round collar, with an oversized single button closure. P...
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American 1940s Clothing

1940 S Burgundy Black Acetate Plaid Full Ballroom Skirt Gown With Victorian R
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Burgundy & Black Acetate Plaid Full Ballroom Skirt Gown With Victorian Revival Bustle
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1940s Clothing

Montague Burton Black Evening Wool and Silk Tailcoat circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
Montague Burton tailored / made to order black wool evening tailcoat, with the early 'Tailor of Taste' black and silver label. It is lined in black silk with a cream material lining ...
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British 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940 s Navy Blue Silk Tailored Jacket Blazer Roman Numerals UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This beautifully tailored 1940's Gene Shelly navy blue silk jacket, with detailed roman numerals, is the perfect piece for your statement vintage wardrobe. The V shaped neckline is...
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1940s Clothing

Vintage Peach Satin Cami Nickers
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage peach satin cami nickers with tie detail on front and spagetti straps.
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Unknown 1940s Clothing

Evening coat by Jeanne Lanvin Haute Couture - Paris Winter Collection 1943
Located in Toulon, FR
Winter 1943 Collection Paris Kimono evening coat in satin, fully overstitched, by Jeanne Lanvin Haute Couture, Winter 1943 collection. Powder pink coat called Rose Polignac in homage...
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French 1940s Clothing

Vintage 1940s Sheer Ivory Organza Dress with Crochet Waist and Lucite Buttons
Located in Kingston, NY
Delicately feminine and effortlessly timeless, this vintage 1940s ivory dress captures the understated romance of mid-century bridal style. Crafted from a sheer, crinkled organza ove...
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1940s Clothing

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