Mid-20th Century Fashion

Schiaparelli's Mint in Box, "Sleeping" perfume sachets (3) of "Sleeping Blue" satin, over stitched with Schiaparelli's signature "S". Still fragrant wrapped in the original unopened cellophane, tied with vibrant yellow ribbon. "Sleeping," is one of many perfumes Schiaparelli designed, debuted for her summer 1940 collection. For her spring 1939 Commedia dell' arte collection, Schiaparelli had been inspired by Man Ray's 1939 painting...

Beautiful 1950s demi couture white and silver raffia wiggle dress! Features white raffia with silver metallic threading throughout. Fabulous bombshell fit looks amazing on! Scalloped...

Lovely Art Deco Silk Pongee lounging kimono of Japanese manufacture for the western market 1920s. The natural tan silk ground unusually printed in greens, oranges and blues imitating...

Evening clutch of microbeads featuring a black background with an integrated floral in center and lattice design around the edges. Intricate, pierced gold tone frame embellished with...

Gorgeous bombshell 1950s NEIMAN MARCUS couture strapless silk chiffon evening dress! Impeccable construction, with so much detail and workmanshi...

Hermès "Ludovicus Magnus” by F. de la Perriere silk scarf featuring an pink border, a Hermès signature. Circa 1960s In good vintage condition. Made in France. 35,4in. (90cm) X 35,4...

A fabulous black jersey dress by Mr. Blackwell. It is a semi fitted sheath with 3/4 length sleeves and a collar that dips lower in the back. The collar and 5" at the hem are woven with 3/4 in wide matt and shiny...

1950 Christian Dior London Demi Couture black satin cocktail dress with sash style waist tie. High oval neckline and softly balloon 7/8 length sleeve. Fitted waistline complimented b...

1950's Christian Dior London Demi Couture black wool dress in pristine condition. Made by Christian London, sold at Holt Renfrew Toronto. Demi couture construction including waist co...

Art Deco Sapphire and Ruby Set Micro Bead Bag from the 1940's set in sterling silver. Dozens of hand set rubies and sapphires are set in an openwork floral pattern. Plunger stone appears to be a green tourmaline. Open work back is elaborately hand etched silver. Exquisite craftsmanship with the frame, hand made in Italy with the micro glass bead hand base...

Shiny silk bustier dress with flower print and fabric flower appliqué. Rayon or acetate lining. Zip and hook&eye closure on the left side. SIZE XS

Rare and insanely chic vintage 60s OSCAR DE LA RENTA retro jacket OR dress! Features a soft ivory wool, with brightly colored flowers and grass...

Beautiful 1960s ANDRE COURREGES black velvet A-line metallic dress! Luxurious lightweight black velvet, with metallic sparkles scattered through...

A beautiful off white and navy wool fine hounds tooth print wool coat by Christian Dior. It has a lapel collar, princess seaming for a great flattering fit and 2 front button flap p...

Authentic Louis Vuitton Cotteville monogram hard case trunk. Would make quite the statement piece in a home, office, business window, etc. Made in France SIZE 19.5"L x 5.5"W x...

Rare Countess Cis gilt metal crystal and pearl , hair ornaments. 6", 2 x 1.25" Countess Cis born in Vienna, she started her career in jewelry in 1951 by hand-painting cufflinks and buttons. She was quickly taken up by Pierre Balmain and Jacques Fath and moved on to jewelry in the mid 1950s. She worked for Balenciaga for 14 years, creating jewelry for his couture collections. Her jewelry was also sold through Lord Taylor (Cis of Paris...

Saks Fifth Avenue youthful 1960's mod version of a classic 'little black dress' in a black crepe fabric that appears to be silk with rhinestone embellishments in the form of faux clip buckles. The fabric is lined and hemmed with padded cording which also lines the neck. The sleeveless dress zips and hooks at the back with soft inverted pleats that add a little volume to the skirt while the bodice is fitted for a simple albeit sleek style. A wonderful vintage staple...

*Please note, that we will not be able to export this jacket overseas - it must be sent to a UK address, collected in-person or picked up by a courier from our London showroom.* This 1930s jacket is tailored from sleek black colobus monkey...

A quintessential "LBD", this lovely 60's Scherrer haute couture dinner/cocktail dress is ideal to complete any modern wardrobe. Cut from black silk organza which is flocked with velv...

This truly enchanting 1940's black crepe silk dress, embellished with pink sequins and green and yellow glass beads in a trailing and scattered rose design, is the perfect show stopp...

This piece, 1960s Gucci - Made Ephemera Private Collector Majorette Twirling Baton , looks incredibly elegant and finely crafted, totally consistent wit...

This exquisite handbag from the 1960s showcases a sophisticated blend of textures and craftsmanship. Crafted from tan lizard embossed suede, it exudes a luxurious yet earthy vibe, co...

Channel you inner Jackie O in this wonderfully chic demi couture light candy pink raw silk shantung sleeveless dress and pillbox jacket set! Nearly completely sewn by hand, with so m...

Model in video is US Size 6, and 5’8 feet tall Sexy and highly collectible 50s vintage cerulean blue silk lurex mermaid gown and cropped bolero jacket ensemble! Full length dress fea...

Sensational late 1960s / early 1970s 70s PATTY PICKENS black jersey + rhinestone palazzo wide leg jumpsuit! Looks like a chic black gown, until you walk! Rhinestone straps, with bla...

EMILIO PUCCI c.1954 Blue Cotton Fitted Hand Painted Bustier Sun Top RARE & Documented Brand / Manufacturer: Emilio Pucci Circa: 1954 Designer: Emilio Pucci Style: Bustier Top Color(s): Shades of Teal, White, Gold, Silver, Black, Red Lined: Yes Marked Fabric: 100% Cotton Unmarked Fabric (feel of): Additional Details / Inclusions: Emilio Pucci extremely RARE vintage bustier top...

Circa 1968 France Evening clutch or small shoulder bag in khaki leather and Crocodile imitation pads from the famous Designer House Paco Rabanne around 1968. Suede leather background...

Rare Narrative Skirt by Vivian Custom of Saks Fifth Ave. with a Mousecapades Theme on mustard wool. Composed of hand cut, hand sewn, appliqued and embroidered New York City fashion v...

HERMÈS - Black Crocodylus Porosus exotic leather 'Cordeliere' bag with a gold-plated cordeliere fastener on a flap, and a tiny mirror and a golden metal pen inside. Condition: Very ...

Given the "YSL" stenciled logo that had been created in 1961 while the fashion designer was only producing haute couture, paired with the French-blue bordered "Yves Saint Laurent" brand tag noting only "Made In Italy", this 52x52-inch hand-painted transparent vibrant crepe-de-chine silk panel with intricately hand-sewn rolled edges was commissioned as a couture shawl...

Mid Century Novelty Wicker Seaside Themed Bag from the 1950's. Made in Hong Kong for a resort shop in Hollywood, Florida. White wicker with a sea scape of shells, coral and faux pear...

What do you do with a vintage Pucci shirt that is no longer wearable? Elevate your living space with this vibrant decorative rectangular cushion made by our skilled sewers from repur...

Elegant Morabito, Paris Silk Satin Triangular Form Evening Purse with leather piping. Unusual hinged faux emerald jeweled clasps on each side which open to allow complete access. Lov...

Circa 1958/1960 France Jacques Griffe Haute Couture dress in cream guipure and fuschia organza muslin dating from the late 50s. Silhouette near the line Tonneau Balenciaga with its h...

This pale pink lizard clutch bag from the 1930's is in such pristine condition that it looks like it was made yesterday. The front flap tucks into a lizard band anchored by two met...

Shimmering silver and white diamond design beaded bag with silver tone fittings. Measuring length at the base 17.5 cm / 6.8 inches by width 10.8 cm / 4.25 inches, and depth 3.5 cm / ...

Chic vintage 1960s JOSEPH MAGNIN baroque print silk and cotton blend two piece skirt suit! Features baroque print throughout in vibrant warm tones of chartreuse green, yellow and ivory. Jacket has three buttons up the front. High waisted pencil skirt has a metal zipper up the side with button closure. Both pieces great together alone...

Gorgeous 1960s ensemble from American couturier, Mainbocher, includes a sleek dress and jacket done in the most beautiful silver lamé brocade. Brocade is woven into patterns of organ...

Late 1930s to early 1940s White Cotton embroidered summer wedding dress. Dress has horse hair crinoline to give fullness. Size: 4 - Small Bust: 36” / Waist: 26” / Hip 40” / Dress l...

Stunning early 1960s NAT KAPLAN gold sequin and rhinestone encrusted sleeveless evening gown ! Thousands of hand-sewn star shaped gold sequins throughout the bodice, with golden rhin...

Amazing 1960s vintage screen printed mod dress by Pab. Long sheer sleeves and vibrant print in orange and yellow. Details: Partially Lined Back Zip with Hook Closure Marked ...

Amazing late 1950s/very early 1960s Addie Masters silk dress! Vibrant yellow color, with white polka dots throughout. Addie Masters was a very important ...

Rosenfeld c.1960s evening bag with chain of gold metal metal molded in a quilted and wave design. A gold metal triangular clasp, echoed on the rever...

A chic vintage cocktail/ dinner dress by Linz Line. The dress has a scalloped off the shoulder neckline and is fully lined. There is gatherin...

Evening coat lightly padded in night blue silk satin with red satin lining. One button in the middle front on the top. Pockets on both side. SIZE 44 (Fr) L

A very striking Jean Varon black lace maxi dress which dates from the late 1960s with a dramatic sleeve design that has not one but two lace balloon sections and an elongated cuff. ...

A headturning vintage fox coat from the National Fur Company. The coat has wide fur detail on the hem , cuffs and collar and has a button opening. It ...

A sparkling piece to behold. This original late 1950's dusty coral coloured blouse with a gold lurex thread accent, is just the piece to add a touch of glamour to your everyday wardr...

EMILIO PUCCI c.1969 Vtg Multicolor Velvet Abstract Print Scarf Hem Maxi Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Emilio Pucci For Saks Fifth Avenue Circa: 1969 Designer: Emilio Pucci Style: Maxi Skirt Color(s): Shades of Green, Purple, Pink, White Lined: Yes Marked Fabric: 100% Pure Cotton Unmarked Fabric (feel of): Velvet (exterior) Additional Details / Inclusions: Emilio Pucci circa 1969 maxi skirt. Made of 100% cotton; velvet exterior finish. A-line fit with little to no give in fabric. Zipper closure with four silver hook and eye closures on the left side. Banded waistband and four waist darts give a structured design with a form-fitted look. Two interior hanging hoops for hanger storage...

Top bustier in black lace and pink satin with velvet ribbon. Zip closure on the left side SIZE XS

This wonderful 1940's dress rendered in a deep shade of Bordeaux corduroy, is just the piece to welcome to your seasonal wardrobe. The slim V shaped neckline is framed by a simple ...

This enchanting late 1950's dress, rendered in a scattered pink rose pattern and set off by a green satin waist belt, is the perfect piece to add to your seasonal cocktail wardrobe. ...

Circa 1930 France Beautiful evening pyjamas, two pieces trousers and bodice in printed silk pongee dating from the 1930s. Beautiful print with Japanese floral decoration in soft co...

A vision in chartreuse green silk chiffon and embellished with golden glass bugle beads and statement rounded gold beads, this original 1960's cocktail suit is just the piece to add ...

This truly spectacular French 1930's dusk purple sequin halter neck blouse, constructed on a French blue cotton base, is a rare piece to behold and the perfect piece for your cocktai...

This late 1960s to early 1970s maxi dress is tailored from a vibrant turquoise linen and silk mix cloth and cut to a graceful empire-line silhouette. It has wide shoulder straps and ...

In the 1960s, the Paris-based revolutionary futurist haute-couture designers included Andre Courreges, Pierre Cardin and Paco Rabanne, who was the last to died in the 21st Century in...

Art Deco Multicolor Crystal and Enamel Evening Bag, crystal, citrine, jet bezel set crystals with enamel rose decorated silverplated frame. Crystals graduate in tones from base upwar...

An unusual mink accent scarf of asymmetric design, half in white mink, the other half in yellow mink. The yellow side features a slit through which the whi...

A rare and sublime 1960’s Pierre Cardin waist belt. Features a large and Iconic Pierre Cardin house emblem chrome buckle with a brown leather & suede outer belt. Fully lined in butte...