1940s Fashion

Burgundy skirt-suit in wool with jewellery button. Pale pink rayon lining. Cut work and "trompe l'oeil" pocket. SIZE M/L

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...

1940s Mathilde Model Black Felt Tilt Toy Hat w Exotic Feather Spray & Veil: Feather detail is styled like a bird with an upright stance. Full black dramatic veil. Back of felt hat i...

Koret Double Pouch Bag in black calf leather with caramel bakelite trim. A practical attached "change purse" is applied to the front. 1940's USA. Excellent condition. 10" wide x 9" ...

This truly mesmerising 1940's dress, rendered in the softest shade of cream crepe silk and accented by delicate pleated details, is the perfect timeless piece to add to your vintage ...

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...

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...

Vintage Whiting & Davis cream alumesh purse. enamel painted metal, gold metal frame, kiss lock closure, thick snake coil handle, navy blue silk faille lining. 👛 A wonderful piece o...

Wide-brimmed natural straw hat w/wide navy velvet band and red fabric roses. Small high crown perches on top of head, does not pull down, lined in taffeta. Wide brim, 5 1/2 inches at...

Hermès “Lettre de Napoleon a Murat » by Hugo Grygkar d’après Caran d’Ache silk scarf featuring a pink border, a Hermès signature. Circa 1946 In good vintage condition. Made in Franc...

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...

This original vintage 1940's berry red cold rayon robe with a pattern of white apostrophes, is the perfect addition to your loungewear collection. The V shaped neckline is framed b...

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...

A fantastic early Lilli Ann 40s suit in a gorgeous holiday green silk, with extravagantly micro-pleated and cuffed sleeves, rhinestone embellished bow closure...

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...

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...

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...

1940S Pearl White Burnout Chiffon Sheer Dress With Floral Pattern

A black wool felt clutch is appliqued on the front side with a cheerful yellow checker taxi cab carrying two passengers. It is surrounded by embroidered names of chic retail stores i...

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 ...

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. ...

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...

Rendered in the most incredible silk brocade, depicting abstract hand fans surrounded by flora and fauna, in a palette of terracotta, golds, greens, oranges and blue set against a ch...

This stunning piece made by Navajo artisan Vandever is made up of huge pieces of Turquoise and coral. This measures 3.53 x 2.88 inches and Hallmarked on the back. Added a black leath...

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...

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...

1940'S Burgundy & Black Acetate Plaid Full Ballroom Skirt Gown With Victorian Revival Bustle

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...

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...

A very fine black Soprarizzo velvet and brass hardware bag circa late 1940s to early 1950s. With exquisite craftsmanship and materials, it was almost certainly made in Venice and is...

A pretty vintage peach satin cami nickers with tie detail on front and spagetti straps.

1940S Black Sheer Nylon & Lace Fitted Cocktail Dress

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 ...

1940S Swirling Robin's Egg Feather Birds Nest Tilt Hat with Back Ring! A great pale vortex of coq feathers forms a center spiral on this charmer! Black disc base with back velvet ...

JEAN DESSES - Brown and black silk dress, chest embroidered with rhinestones and lurex threads. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. 1948 Winter Haute Couture Collection. To be me...

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...

1940s Leslie James Navy Blue Felt Tilt Hat w Large Pink Ostrich Plumes: An unusual tilt hat by the famed milliner Leslie James features and lush ostrich plume and contoured double s...

Charming Art Deco Beaded Flower Bag from the 1940's, Belgium. 3D flower with pearly beaded petals on an oval form zippered base with silvery beaded loop ...

1940s I Magnin Black Fine Straw Cartwheel Hat w Low Crown & Wispy Egret Feather Trim: Crown of hat is artfully crushed at sewn in that position. Wrapped at crown with black tulle wh...

Long bustier evening dress in black velvet and printed cotton

Exceptional Authentic Hermès Scarf Among the rarest Hermès scarves, a true collector and master piece for Hermès lovers Print: « Faïence Chinoise » (chinese earthenware) Designed ...

1940s Koret Black & Gold Striped Sequin Handbag w Spring-Hinge Closure: A charming bit of glitz for evening, this crepe handbag is entirely covered in sequin stripes. Lined in black ...

New Super special 1940's vintage Ray Ban Oudoorsmas Aviator 12K gold filled frame with light green lenses. The smallest size available, suitable for children. This piece is a seldo...

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...

A fun young bag designed in the 1950s USA with one longer handle made of printed Velvet/Chenille in diferent colors. Lined with black skay/artificial leather, which is typical of...

Rendered in the most timeless shade of navy blue rayon, and set off by cream and navy blue polkadot silk accents, this original vintage 1940's set, comprised of a silk skirt and jack...

1940S Burgundy Rayon Geometric Printed Mens Robe

In fantastic condition for its age, this sheared beaver cape can be worn for the evening over a dress or equally over a sweater and jeans. Closure is by two hooks and eyes and the ba...

A rare pair of true vintage 1940s strappy wedge sandals designed by Gemrich. Crafted from a rich gold metallic leather and lined with matte beige leather, these sandals feature a cag...

This original late 1940s kimono style jacket is tailored from a rich black, man-made grosgrain fabric which has a lovely texture and sheen. Imbued with a sense of fun, the flared cut...

Dramatic Retro Silk Satin Embroidered Dressing Gown from the 1940's. Shirtwaist style in slinky black silk satin with Art Deco style soutache embroidery...

1940S RUTLEDGE Blue Cotton Silent Era Film Still Photograph Print Pajamas

Circa 1940/1950 France Light blue and beige suede sleeveless waistcoat entirely hand-painted on a musical theme probably signed by René Gruau. Commissioned for a play in the late 19...

A rare unworn 1940s dress in purple silk from Lilli Ann. It has an asymmetrical front neckline with a V in back, short sleeves and a straight skirt with a back kick pleat. The dres...

numbered Skirt-suit in wool with thin stripes

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...

'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...

Vibrant Artist Marcel Vertes Designed Printed Crepe Scarf from the 1940's with his flower ladies. Period Collaboration with scarf maker Wesley Simpson. ...

Charming Art Deco Travel Hangers in blue leather case with 6 collapsible stained wood and metal hangers in the set. 5" x 4.5" case, Hangers me...

This truly enchanting 1940's violet blue crepe silk dress, embellished with royal blue glass bugle beads, in a trailing swirl pattern with leaf design details, is the perfect show st...