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Period: 1950s
1950s Worth London Couture Brown Lace and Pink Sheath Dress
Located in London, GB
A superb 1950s couture sheath dress from Worth London, in a striking combination of pale pink satin silk and brown lace. The slip underlay is designed in a luxurious soft rose pink s...
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British 1950s Clothing

Jane Andre 1950s Full Skirt Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great black dress by Jane Andre in a cotton linen blend. It has cap sleeves, a drop waist and full skirt. There is fine band around the crew neckline and ...
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American 1950s Clothing

1950's Vintage Kelly Green Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning 1950's Vintage Kelly Green Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress is the perfect way to turn heads at any special occasion. Luxurious and timele...
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1950s Clothing

Vintage 1950's Emilio Schuberth Couture Black & Ivory Embroidered Satin Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely magnificent and ultra rare Emilio Schuberth custom couture black and ivory heavily embroidered tiered ballerina-length satin dress datin...
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Italian 1950s Clothing

Mollie Parnis 1950s Black Dress with Pleated Ribbon Inserts
Located in London, GB
This exceptional 1950s Mollie Parnis black wool evening dress with pleated ribbon inserts is a superb example of the glamorous lines and exquisite design features synonymous with its designer. An iconic favourite for a number of figurative members of American society during the 50s, 60s and 70s, Parnis famously dressed First Ladies namely Mrs.Eisenhower, Lady Bird Johnson, Pat Nixon, Betty Ford and Rosalynn Carter...
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American 1950s Clothing

Gorgeous 1950s 50s Lipstick Red Demi Couture Silk Brocade Cocktail Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1950s vintage lipstick red DEMI COUTURE silk brocade dress! Floral brocade throughout with a wonderful chiffon overlay skirt. Mostly hand sewn. ...
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1950s Clothing

Jean Patou Haute Couture Dress Spring-Summer, 1955
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jean Patou Haute Couture dress in guipure, satin and tulle. No label of composition or size, it fits a size 36FR. Haute Couture Collection Spr...
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French 1950s Clothing

1950s LingerieLike Ruched CrepeSilk & SemiTransparentOrganzaNetSkirt MiniDress
Located in Chicago, IL
This unusual mid-century lingerie-style black semi-transparent mini dress that conjures a historic pinup-girl like Bettie Page is suitable as a cocktail dress as part of an evening ensemble. It was probably meant by its New York designer to be paired with slim cropped pants, which became popular in The States after worn by Hollywood-movie actresses Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe. The A-line dress was most likely made by the former ready-to-wear fashion company following the revolutionary debut by French Christian Dior of his couture cinched-waist-voluminous-skirt "New Look" collection, whereafter German Sonja de Lennart introduced "Capris" in 1949, and American Hugh Hefner launched Playboy magazine in 1953. The complex hourglass-shaped garment features a double v-neck four-seamed ruched lined bodice in a crepe silky woven fabric. Its defined gathered bust extends from the chest seams at two angles to form short dolman sleeves only in the front, while there are arm seams in back. The gathered see-through black faux-lace organza flared skirt reveals a black velvet-textured scalloped floral pattern with a net underlayer. With beige lining, the self-trim band at the waist enables the folded scalloped-lace pattern to continue to stand out on the opaque black torso. The edges of the peplum and sleeves are further cut in a scallop shape to resemble more delicate eyelash-lace trim. The brand label of the obsolete line is the only interior tag that remains. Camouflaging the midsection, the flattering dress will best suit a U.S.-size 6. It can also be worn by larger sizes with a relatively slim waist and small or large bust as there is no restriction at the hips or wide armholes. At the waistline, a hook and looped cord fasten over the bypass zipper to better conceal it. Notably, the steel-tab-and-teeth zipper is an original U.S-made Murlen model, which was used in new clothes from the 1940s to 1960s and helps to date the mid-century dress.
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American 1950s Clothing

Vintage 1950's Pauline Trigere Black Lace & Ivory Satin Off-Shoulder Party Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptionally beautiful, museum worthy Pauline Trigère designer dress dating back to the early 1950's. These early examples of her work are hard to come by. During this time period, Pauline Trigère's name was part of the glamorous excess in Hollywood fashion. Her exquisite tailoring and feminine fitting clothing were highly desired by the wealthy and famous. Trigère designs commanded some of the highest prices...
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American 1950s Clothing

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Full Circle Dress
Located in London, GB
This is a brilliant example of Ceil Chapman's early work from the late 1940s to early 1950s and the black taffeta silk design is exquisite. Its the first thing you notice about this dress which has the most unusual construction. The skirt's textured element from a distance looks like a floral design but its actually a large number of circular pleated stitched designs. The way the fabric is pulled and stitched creates an almost 3D effect. We have never seen this work before but it would have taken a very skilled seamstress and an incredible amount of time to do it. The dress style is a classic shirtwaister design with three taffeta covered buttons to fasten the bodice which is beautifully shaped and Princess seamed. The sleeves are three quarter length and feature a folded cuff...
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American 1950s Clothing

Emma Domb Red Bib Front Ballerina Party Dress with Satin Cummerbund – S, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A balance of masculine and feminine, this frothy party dress pairs tuxedo references like bib pleating and a wide cummerbund with an undeniably ladylike silhouette complete with a 25...
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American 1950s Clothing

Lanvin by Castillo Yellow Lace Dress
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jeanne Lanvin By Castillo - Yellow lace dress with a yellow silk belt. Circa 1950s. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 36FR. Additio...
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French 1950s Clothing

Jeanne Lanvin by Castillo tailored woollen jacket with mink fur scarf, c. 1950s
Located in London, GB
Introducing a timeless piece of history - the Jeanne Lanvin charcoal grey woollen jacket, a true gem from the 1950s. This jacket embodies unparalleled craftsmanship, meticulously cut...
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French 1950s Clothing

Betty Carol 1950s Sculptural Dress
By Betty Carol, Mamselle
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous dress from Betty Carol in light weight black wool and silk taffeta. It has a V neckline front and back with fabulous princess seaming creating a fitted silhouette through...
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American 1950s Clothing

Navy blue crepe cocktail dress pleated on the bust Jeanne Lanvin Castillo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue crepe cocktail dress pleated on the bust . Asymmetrical zip underneath going from the middle top until the left side of the waist. Hook&eye on the waist. Shoulder-pads. Ra...
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French 1950s Clothing

1950s Hardy Amies Orange Paisley Brocade Dress
Located in London, GB
This mid 1950s Hardy Amies demi-couture occasion dress is made from a sumptuous material in a deep orange paisley brocade with pink and golds accents. It has a sweetheart neckline, p...
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British 1950s Clothing

Pauline Trigere Cocktail Dress Black Silk Draped Shawl Collar Vintage LBD 50s
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This incredible little black dress is an early Pauline Trigere piece, dating to the 1950s. Made from a supple black silk fabric, it features a draped shawl collar with a black silk...
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American 1950s Clothing

Joan Barrie Red & White Pin Up Style Halter Dress, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Get that all American pin-up girl look with a 1950's Joan Barrie halter dress in a red and white polka dot cotton fabric with striped accents and red velvet trim. The halter necklin...
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American 1950s Clothing

1950s Fred Perlberg Size 0 XS White Blue Rhinestone Tulle Vintage 50s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1950s FRED PERLBERG white and Robin’s egg blue rhinestone encrusted strapless gown ! Boned bodice. Hundreds of rhinestones really make this dress sparkle. Features layers of...
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American 1950s Clothing

1950's Flocked Velvet Circle Skirt
Located in New York, NY
Fun 1950's Flocked Velvet Circle Skirt on black/white cotton tweed ground. "Velvet" is flocked (or printed) in a circular pattern in this graduated design. Waist 26", Length 31". 195...
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American 1950s Clothing

1950s GEOMETRIC PRINT SUNDRESS
Located in New York, NY
I love the serpentine print on this vintage sundress; it feels simultaneously geometric and organic. It's crafted from a breathable cotton— perfect for every kind of weather. It's so beautifully constructed: the fitted bodice gives way to a full skirt, creating an hourglass silhouette. The dress features piping throughout, and a matching black belt. Zip closure in the back. The Vintage 14k Gold and Spinel...
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1950s Clothing

Lanvin Castello Haute Couture Coral Silk Brocade Coat & Dress Ensemble 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lanvin-Castello Haute Couture dress & coat ensemble in bright coral silk brocade from the 1950s. Lanvin is the oldest French fashion house founded by Jeanne Lanvin in Paris in 1889 u...
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French 1950s Clothing

A Pierre Balmain Ceremonial Satin Evening Dress Bolero and Purse Circa 1950
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1950 France Pierre Balmain Paris evening or ceremony dress with matching bolero and purse from the 1950s. Ivory Duchess satin embroidered with wh...
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French 1950s Clothing

1950s Pink and Black Novelty Geisha Print Button Down Dress
Located in London, GB
A rare mid-century button down dress with an amazing novelty Geisha print. This is one of the most extraordinary prints we've come across from this era fo...
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French 1950s Clothing

Pink-Lavender New Look Strapless Tiered Lace Ballerina Party Dress – S-M, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A candy colored confection smack dab between pink and lavender, this little trifle is similar to a Christian Dior Haute Couture gown that debuted at the 2011 Resort/Cruise show in Sh...
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Unknown 1950s Clothing

Vintage 1950s Shirtwaist Dress by L'AIGLON
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1950s Shirtwaist Dress by L'AIGLON: This dress is a great example of Dior's "New Look," which was ushered into fashion in 1947, and really ...
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1950s Clothing

A Christian Dior New-York Grey Silk Dress and Jacket Circa 1958
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958-1960 United States Elegant dress suit in anthracite grey silk fabric under the American license of the House of Christian Dior, probably dating from the Yves Mathieu Sai...
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French 1950s Clothing

Vintage 1950s Harvey Berin Pale-Pink Lace Illusion & Silk Flounce Cocktail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Absolutely gorgeous Harvey Berin designer cocktail dress dating back to the late 1950's. I'm so in love with that pale blush-pink color! Harvey...
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American 1950s Clothing

Balenciaga vintage numbered haute couture black silk three-quarter sleeve jacket
Located in Antwerp, BE
This Balenciaga-numbered couture short black silk jacket likely from the 1950s or 1960s is a classic example of Cristobal Balenciaga's elegant and refined style. The jacket features silk black-covered buttons for front closure, which is a signature detail in many of Balenciaga's designs. The jacket has three-quarter sleeves, which end just below the elbow. (Skirt and Pants not included) Made in 100% silk and fully lined with nude color silk. This particular jacket would likely have been tailored to fit the wearer's body perfectly. Balenciaga's numbered haute couture pieces are particularly sought after by collectors. Measurements are taken flat: Ua to Ua 17inch/43cm(x2) - Waist 15inch/38cm(x2) It looks to have been worn very little. Styling proposals: Balenciaga's 1950s vintage top paired with Romeo Gigli's 1980s tight pants and a 1950s tulle...
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French 1950s Clothing

Vintage 1950s Mid Century Rust Copper Tropical Print Sarong Style Cotton Dress
Located in Portland, OR
This fun vintage 1950's sarong style cotton dress is in a fun rusty copper tropical ocean print. The dress has a low V neckline and lovely gathering at the side that creates an asym...
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1950s Clothing

Emerald Silk Satin Opera Coat
Located in New York, NY
Dramatic Emerald Silk Satin Opera Coat from the 1950's cut to be worn open or clutched. No closures. Heavy weight satin with stiff backing. Cut very w...
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American 1950s Clothing

1950s Cage Back Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great black dress with a bateau neckline, short sleeves and small vertical straps draping in the bodice back. It has a straight skirt with a back vent and an attached belt. The dre...
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American 1950s Clothing

Vintage 1950's Pink Swirling Satin & Tulle Dress UK 6 US 2
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This iconic 1950's dress, rendered in layers of pink tulle, with delicate circular satin details, is just the piece for that special occasion. The strapless cut of the dress, featu...
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1950s Clothing

Oleg Cassini 1950s Cage Bodice Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous little black dress from Oleg Cassini. A semi fitted dress with an over bodice comprised of dozens of 1/3" vertical finished strips of fabric draping over it creating a bl...
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American 1950s Clothing

Christian Dior Velvet Velour Vintage 50s 60s 70s 80s Robe Medium Large Dress
Located in PARIS, FR
Velvet evening dress by Christian Dior! Probably from the 60s! Velvet fabric with ornament at the collar and the sleeves. EXCELLENT condition. Extra closure with the inner cords. ...
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1950s Clothing

Christian Dior Metal Boutique Elena Vintage 60s 70s 80s Suit Ensemble Dress
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior set from the 70s! Top + skirt! With shoulder pads. Shiny and strong colors! VERY GOOD condition! The top has discolorations, please chech the last photos! Still wonde...
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1950s Clothing

Gold lamé Brocade Evening Coat by Jean Dessès Haute Couture Circa 1955-1960
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1955-1960 France Evening or formal coat by Jean Dessès Haute Couture dating from the late 1950s. Loose fit, flared at the bottom with long sleeves...
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French 1950s Clothing

Montaldo's Vintage 1950s Silk Satin Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning vintage 1950s silk satin cocktail dress with an hourglass silhouette in remarkable vintage condition (looks almost unworn). Cap sleeves and two tiered ruffled ski...
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North American 1950s Clothing

1950s Cari Colette Vintage New Look Brown Wool Tailored Jacket
Located in Sparks, NV
Chic 1950s brown wool jacket with sleek tailoring by Cari Colette. Fully lined with front button closure. Side hidden pockets. Structured shoulder pads are sewn in underneath the lin...
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American 1950s Clothing

Vintage 1950's Floral Dress & Jacket UK 10 US 6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the most sumptuous black and floral satin with silk velvet flocking accents, this original 1950's dress and matching jacket is the perfect ensemble for that special occas...
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1950s Clothing

Vintage 1950's Oleg Cassini Black Embroidered Silk Cutwork Portrait-Collar Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A truly timeless Oleg Cassini couture embroidered cutwork silk hourglass dress dating back to the mid 1950's. Cassini was best known as the “Couturier to Camelot" since he created 30...
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American 1950s Clothing

Custom Obi Creme Top With Floral Design, C.1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
C.1950 sleeveless creme shell style top custom fabricated from a Japanese obi cloth. The rich creme background is the perfect frame for the vibrant coral red, antique white and gree...
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Japanese 1950s Clothing

1950s Demi Couture Taupe Brown Silk Brocade Vintage 50s Bombshell Wiggle Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s taupe / light brown silk brocade sleeveless wiggle dress ! The perfect color for anytime of year for ay day or evening event. Flattering tailored ruched bodice with f...
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1950s Clothing

A Pierre Balmain Ottoman Silk Faille Couture Ball-Gown N° 83213 Paris Circa 1958
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958 France A yellow banana ottoman silk faille ball-gown or ceremonial long dress. Boned bodice with large plunge neckline and cream oblique pleated shape faille on the chest adorned with a side knot. High waist effect obtained by a high bust from the waist widening in the bottom of the skirt. Skillful bodice work with included bra, grosgrain waistband and sheath on the hips with garters. Skirt highly structured by a white cotton lining, two petticoats of rigid tulle and a cream silk under-skirt lined with tarlatane. Cream woven satin label, black graphics Pierre Balmain Paris. Numbered 83213 under the label. Very clean and undamaged dress, little or not worn. Very good condition of colour and conservation. Collector's dress exhibited and catalogued at Villa Rosemaine...
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French 1950s Clothing

Ivory Satin Queen Anne Empire Wedding Gown w Adjustable Train/Bustle – XS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A highly traditional gown with positively regal bearing, this full-skirted wedding dress covers all bases. Though it conceals and arms and neck for propriety, its Queen Anne neckline provides allure through its center plunge; it has a full train for the ceremony, but can be buttoned at the rear back for the reception and dancing; lace and pearl beading provide texture and interest, but ultra-heavyweight Duchess satin lend gravitas and modesty. Truly, fit for a Queen. Ivory wedding gown...
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American 1950s Clothing

1950s Pelux Guatemala Vintage Folk Blue Skirt Handwoven with White Embroidery
Located in Portland, OR
This is a wonderful vintage mid century blue Folk skirt with gorgeous white embroidery that was made in Guatemala. We acquired this from one of an incredible estate that included outstanding hand embroidered clothing and accessories. The quality of this skirt is exceptional and it is truly a piece that will be treasured for years to come! The skirt has a Pelux label and a metal zipper. This is a lot prettier than many of the Guatemalan skirts...
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Guatemalan 1950s Clothing

1950s Green Brocade Ballskirt
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1950s silk brocade ballskirt is a serious WOW moment, in the most vibrant shade of emerald green, one of my absolute favorite hues. It sits on the natural waist and feat...
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1950s Clothing

Abito vintage anni50 con profili in piume, bustino interno, ottime condizioni
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Meraviglioso abito di ricerca vintage anni 50, colo viola la sua coda leggera rende fluido l'abito che è contornato da pregiate piume. La parte superiore a bustino è completata da un...
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1950s Clothing

Custom Obi Black Top With Floral Design, C.1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
C.1950 cap sleeve black shell style top custom fabricated from a Japanese obi cloth. The black background is the perfect frame for the rich royal purple, green and matte silver flor...
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Japanese 1950s Clothing

1950s Maurice Handler Bubblegum Pink One Piece Vintage 50s Bombshell Swimsuit
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing and rare 1950s MAURICE HANDLER bubblegum pink one piece swimsuit ! Channel your inner Barbie in this museum worthy frock. Features mock buttons at left bust and right leg. Fu...
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American 1950s Clothing

1950S Seafoam Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Beaded Strapless Gown
Located in New York, NY
In Very good condition for the age however with garments over half a century old like this minor flaws are to be expected. 1950S Seafoam Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Beaded Stra...
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1950s Clothing

50s White Chiffon and Satin Party Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
50s White Chiffon and Satin Party Dress. Fully lined. Metal back zip. Some discoloration on lining, not visible from outside.
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1950s Clothing

1950s Mexican Stained Glass Novelty Print Skirt
Located in London, GB
This charming original 1950s Mexican black cotton festival skirt with a vibrant circular multicoloured print in green, blue, fuchsia, and yellow tones is in superb vintage condition ...
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Mexican 1950s Clothing

1950's Original by Rudolf Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress
Located in Sharon, CT
1950's BallRoom Dress. Designer Max Cory Rudolf NYC Boutique. Tulle Slip attached to skirt. Bow in front below waist. Zipper in back. Appx USA 6
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American 1950s Clothing

1950s Purple Velvet and Lace Party Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Deep purple velvet strapless party dress. The top of the bodice is adorned with illusion purple lace modestly panel to complement the sharp v-neckline. The full skirt is ankle ...
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1950s Clothing

1950s Turquoise Layered Tulle Net Halterneck Dress
Located in London, GB
This original 1950s turquoise and net prom dress is a real show-stopping, fairy tale piece. It reminds us of the Disney Princess dress worn by Cinderella at the ball. There are three layers to the skirt; an acetate underskirt, over-laid with a plain net skirt and finally the top layer. This has 11 ruffle trims added in rows which give the dress a very full and sweeping profile. The boned bodice is also in the same coloured ruched fabric, imitating taffeta silk with net trim to the sweetheart neckline. The dress has a very pleasing detachable layered net halter neck that widens over the shoulders to give a little cape like effect. Fastening to the rear with the original concealed centre back zip and hook and eye closure. A long bow...
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American 1950s Clothing

XS Beautiful 1950s White Tulle Demi Couture Strapless Vintage 50s Tiered Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutley breathtaking 1950s demi couture white strapless tulle gown, or wedding dress ! Features yards and yards of white tulle layered througho...
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American 1950s Clothing

Iconic "Sonatine" cocktail dress in black velvet and tulle Christian Dior 1957
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
"Sonatine" cocktail dress in black velvet , plumetis tulle and black velvet bow. Boned bustier in tulle inside the dress close in the middle back with hook&eye. The white plumetis t...
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French 1950s Clothing

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