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1925 French Beaded Flapper Dress

1925 French Beaded Flapper Dress

Made in France by Frenchshire, Paris this understated (by 1920s standards) flapper dress is entirely covered with silver beads and gelatin sequins on a net base. The only areas that are not covered are the centers of the fish scale scallops at the waist and hem lines and center front.

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1920s Reversible Lamé Evening Coat

1920s Reversible Lamé Evening Coat

Words and pictures just can't do justice to this spectacular 1920's coat. This opulent evening coat is fully reversible with a stunning, stylized rose patterned lamé on one side and simpler silk velvet and gold lamé on the other.

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1920s Orientalist Lamé Tunic Dress

1920s Orientalist Lamé Tunic Dress

In the first quarter of the 20th century many of the most sought after fashion designers were influenced by orientalism, a movement to adapt the exotic flavor of the east to western fashions. Embellishment was at its height and textile arts were heavily influenced as seen in this gold lamé tunic dress dating to the mid 1920's.

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1925 French Beaded Flapper Dress

1925 French Beaded Flapper Dress

Beads and sequins have been applied to soft pink net or tulle in an art deco pattern on this gorgeous flapper dress dating to the mid 1920s. The dress is likely of French origin as were most flapper dresses of beaded net.

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20s Orientalist Inspired Art Deco Lace Dress

20s Orientalist Inspired Art Deco Lace Dress

Influenced by Orientalism, this day dress dating to the early 1920s is made of black lace in an art deco pattern of stylized roses with larger medallions of roses interspersed. It is artfully draped in an asymmetrical fashion with three quarter length sleeves edged in soft green chiffon.

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1920s Handmade Filet Lace Chemise Dress

1920s Handmade Filet Lace Chemise Dress

Handmade mixed lace chemise dress, combines both filet lace and Battenburg like tape lace for a very delicate and feminine effect. The height of fashion in the roaring 20's, would make a perfect wedding dress today!

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1920s Lace Tea Dress with Embroidered Appliques

1920s Lace Tea Dress with Embroidered Appliques

The embroidered appliques are combined with filet lace insets and sleeve trim for a charming summer afternoon tea dress of cotton tulle.

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Paris Couture Evening Coat

Paris Couture Evening Coat

Dating to the 1920s, this exquisite, French couture evening coat of black silk faille is ornamented with gold and silver metallic passementerie in an ornate bird and vine pattern. The vines meander around the collar and outline the front opening, hemline and sleeves.

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1920s Silk & Velvet Beach Pajamas

1920s Silk & Velvet Beach Pajamas

Popularized by the designs of Chanel, the beach pajama of the 1920's was often made of silk and consisted of a tunic and long, wide legged pants. This is made of silk in a colorful floral print and also includes a vest and matching belt of royal blue silk panne velvet.

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Alluring 1930s Floral Silk Dinner Dress

Alluring 1930s Floral Silk Dinner Dress

A breathtaking silk dinner dress in a colorful floral print is the perfect dress for spring and summer parties. The skirt is knife pleated and flows gracefully.

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1920s Flapper Day Dress

1920s Flapper Day Dress

This is one of the best chiffon flapper dresses that I've ever had the pleasure of offering! Like new condition, this dress couldn't have been worn more that a time or two. The chiffon is draped artfully in layers over the attached yellow silk slip that is trimmed at the hemline with the striped chiffon.

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1930s Bias-Cut Lilac Lace Dress

1930s Bias-Cut Lilac Lace Dress

This elegant lace dress dating to the 1930s is a rich, beautiful shade of lilac. It comes with it's original matching satin slip which is attached at the shoulders and a lace shrug to be worn over the plunging mock wrap back.

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Mid 20s Feather Trimmed Evening Coat

Mid 20s Feather Trimmed Evening Coat

From R. H. Stearns & Co., Boston, this canary yellow silk evening coat dates to circa 1925. This lightweight confection combines yellow silk charmeuse with a darker golden yellow lining of the same fabric which is glimpsed at the open front.

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Filet Lace Day Dress Circa 1925

Filet Lace Day Dress Circa 1925

This overdress was created about 1925 from hand made filet lace. The overall condition is excellent. The cotton is a warm natural color and the pattern of the lace creates beautiful texture and interest.

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1920s Art Deco Sequined Tabard Dress

1920s Art Deco Sequined Tabard Dress

An amazing flapper dress, most likely of French origin, with a tabard of beaded and sequined tulle attached to an underdress of silk and handmade needle lace. This dress dates to the very early 1920s and though it appears to be two pieces, an underdress and tabard, they are attached at the shoulders as well as the upper bodice.

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1930s Chiffon Afternoon Dress

1930s Chiffon Afternoon Dress

Absolutely charming, this floral print silk chiffon is strewn with pink cabbage roses and white hydrangea.

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20s Gold Lamé Evening Wrap

20s Gold Lamé Evening Wrap

This gorgeous evening wrap of burgundy and gold metallic brocade is lined with black silk velvet that also forms the high, ruched collar. Dating to the 1920's, this wrap closes at the neckline with black velvet ties that fall elegantly in the front.

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1930s Silk Chiffon Tea Gown

1930s Silk Chiffon Tea Gown

An elegant and simple silhouette has been created with soft green silk chiffon. The skirt is bias cut with "v" shaped seaming across the hips and ruching around the waistline at the front and back center and over the hips adding a bit of shaping and definition to an otherwise simple dress.

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1930s Art Deco Silk Wrap Blouse

1930s Art Deco Silk Wrap Blouse

Another stunning blouse from the 1930s. This one is champagne colored crepe back silk satin that wraps to tie in the front. Elbow length sleeves have two triangular shaped panels each that flutter vertically from shoulder to elbow. Darted at side seams. A very easy fit and elegant look as wearable today as it was in the 30's.

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1920s All-in-one with Tambour Lace

1920s All-in-one with Tambour Lace

A feminine and delicate lady's lingerie is coveted today and this all-in-one or teddy dating to the 1920s is no exception. Made of pink silk chiffon with a generous flounce of tambour embroidered lace at the hem and insets of lace at the bust line.

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1924 Fur Lined Wool Top Coat London Label

1924 Fur Lined Wool Top Coat London Label

Men's clothing from any era is hard to find in any style and this rare fur lined overcoat is no exception. Made in November of 1924 by Callaghan of 10 Maddox Street, London for William C. Bullitt, who would become the first US Ambassador to the Russia.

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Aubergine Knit Day Dress Chenile Flowers

Aubergine Knit Day Dress Chenile Flowers

This gorgeous dress set dates to the 1930s and is comprised of an aubergine knit skirt and top with chenille flowers worked into lighter colored "v" shaped insets in the sleeves and bodice. The outfit is complete with its original matching silk slip and suede belt.

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1940s Embroidered Cutwork Organdy Wedding Gown

1940s Embroidered Cutwork Organdy Wedding Gown

Dating to the late 1940's this feminine vintage wedding gown has an ethereal quality to it. Made of embroidered and cutwork on ivory colored organdy over a layer of solid organdy with a sweetheart neckline and faux pearl buttons in the front.

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1930s Bias-Cut Silk Lace Nightgown

1930s Bias-Cut Silk Lace Nightgown

This captivating figured peach silk and lace nightgown ties at the back with self ties. Lace insertions on the front bodice and a dainty tie at the neck line complete the picture.

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Peck & Peck Collegiate Classic Suit

Peck & Peck Collegiate Classic Suit

This quintessential three piece suit would have been a must for many a collegiate coed. A classic navy blazer is complimented perfectly by the plaid skirt and the plaid to navy reversible cape.

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Vintage 20s to 30s Black Lace Art Deco Evening Dress

Vintage 20s to 30s Black Lace Art Deco Evening Dress

An architecturally inspired art deco lace evening gown. Dating to the very late 1920s or early 1930s this beautiful lace evening dress is very figure flattering.

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