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[ORDER ITEM #5813] Click on image for additional photos!		#5813 - c. 1870's / 1880's Tan Linen "Motoring" or "Carriage" Bustle Coat or Traveling Cloak or Duster Coat!   Usually these linen coats are associated with early motorcars... designed long to cover the entire outfit to keep the mud and dirt from soiling the fine clothing underneath. However, this is one of the early ones... so prior to the advent of motorcars, it would have been for an open carriage.  Shaped to allow for a bustle at back, and with the classic 1870's/1880's mantle sleeves.  Now normally I'm a stickler for condition and hate all spots and stains on anything.  However... when it comes to these traveling cloaks, the spots and stains add character!!!  I wouldn't want to see one of these without it!  So I show most of the important spots for you to see. Otherwise it's in great condition!  All the original linen buttons are there, love the unexpected brown ruffle trim, and check out that cape back as well as buttons at back skirt. Please look at all the photos to see all the beauty. Measures: up to 38" bust (but shoulders are smallish), 56" long from shoulder to hem.  Oh, and for all you STEAMPUNK seekers... can't get much better look than this!   NEW LISTING!    Also Listed in the 1850-1920s Section. $ 585. Approx. - SIZE 2-8 (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM - #5355] Click on image for additional photos!		#5355 - c. 1930's NELSON-HICKSON, Fifth Avenue, New York, Paris Deep Dark Claret Colored Silk Velvet Jacket with Unique Deco Design Sleeves!  I found an old ad from Nelson-Hickson from the 1939 that I added to the addition photos...  just so you can see they sold expensive goods.  $49.95 for the taffeta gown would equal approximately $800 today with inflation (you can check it out with the online inflation calculator)!.   This is a deep dark (nearly reddish-brown in evening light) claret colored jacket...which will look lighter under bright lights.  No closures... just meant to be clasped with your hands, OR probably in the 1930s they would have found a fantastic rhinestone pin to close at the neck at front.  You can see the nice velvet pockets inside the jacket on each side, so if the jacket opened as you walked, those would be seen (so they made them pretty).  The sleeves are the standout on this jacket... deco design channel stitching.  Fully lined.  As you see, there is some crushing, but it looks MUCH worse in the photos when the light hits it... and much better in person as you will move, and the light will keep hitting different spots. I believe this used to be a long coat that was cut and hemmed up (not professionally) to a shorter jacket length. So, that makes the price nice and low for those of you who love the look!   Measures: up to 45" bust, 35" long from shoulder to hem.   Even though it's a large bust, it is a smallish back, so I'd still say best for size 6/8, or perhaps a small 10. NEW LISTING!   Also Listed in the 1930-Today Section. $ 185. SOLD on LAYAWAY Approx. - SIZE 6/8, small 10 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#5903 - ADRIENNE LANDAU Black Fox Fur Long Boa!   Adrienne Laudau has been in the fur business for 25 years, and so I don't know the date of this fur, but it's vintage (that means not new these days!  :)  But if you wanted to buy a NEW Adrienne Landau black fox fur collar (smaller at 33 x 6") the list price on that is currently $598!  So... this would have cost upwards of $800 new as this is much longer at 60" long x 5" wide!  Made in the USA (yeah!) from labeled Finnish dyed black fox.  Excellent condition. Lined in black velvet at back.  Could benefit from a fur glazing next summer (my furrier charges $25 so it's not a big deal), but totally fine as is for this year.  NEW LISTING!   Also Listed in the 1930's - Today Section. $ 365. SOLD
[ORDER ITEM #5915] Click on image for additional photos!		#5915 - c. 1920's Bonwit Teller & Co, Fifth Avenue, New York Black Satin, Soutache, Figured Velvet and Fox Collar Wrap Cocoon Coat!  This coat was found hiding in the back room of a local theater.... just sitting there waiting for me to pluck "her" out of obscurity.  I then brought "her" to the furrier who replaced the black fox fur collar with a new one, and now she is practically good as new... and damn gorgeous!   Even the furrier kept saying, "Well, you should get a pretty penny for this... it's beautiful!"  I'd say the only thing wrong with her now is the original button is a bit boring, but otherwise... smashing!  Black silk satin covered with a zigzag soutache in a deco design all over, with figured velvet at the cuffs, inner front and hem to look like fur, and then the new black fox fur collar. Bonwit Teller was a top department store, and I've had other lovely 1920s pieces from there, so I know they were fashion forward and probably imported from Paris.  Measures: up to 48" bust, up to 46" waist, up to 46" hips, 45" long from shoulder to hem. As a wrap coat, it can fit just about anyone... meant to be worn large as always with 1920s pieces.  FYI, the new fur collar cost $485 to replace and the fox was selected to have just the right look.  You'll be more than pleased! :)  NEW LISTING!   Also Listed in the 1850-1920s Section. $ 1,485. Approx. - SIZE 6 - 14, depending how you want to wear it
[ORDER ITEM #7451] Click on image for additional photos!		#7451 - c. 1960-1965 ESTHER DOROTHY Two-Tone Taupe and White Ribbed Mink Coat!  I don't usually go crazy over mink coats... I mean they have to be museum quality for me to get weak in the knees... and so when I see that prestigious The Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute in New York City (that's "The Met" for those of you in the know), have a very similar coat in their collection, well.... now I know WHY I fell in love with it! :)  Yup... I have good taste! :)  And those of you who frequent my website all have excellent taste as well! :)    Comes with the original long matching mink belt to tie or even bow at front!  I purchased this coat and was told it was THE coat was sold at Christie's Auction in June 21, 1994 (sale #6519) which was from the Wardrobe of Mrs. Claudia Heard De Osborne )a close friend of Balenciaga and a wealthy sociality. I can't confirm that because the photo no longer exists on the Christie's website. But obviously it was owned by a wealthy woman, as the workmanship would have been quite expensive.  I'm told by my furrier that these are thin mink pelts all sewn into the strips that you see!  Not just dyed two-tone. I can't date the coat specifically, but has the "Jackie Kennedy" early 1960s collar, so I gonna go with early 1960s.  The sleeves are 7/8 length, so they show off your fancy bracelets (why it's called bracelet length) !!   Excellent condition.  The Esther Dorothy label reads:  "Furs for the Woman by a Woman, New York."  Measure:  37" long from shoulder to hem. Will fit a x-small to small girl best.  NEW LISTING!   Also Listed in the 1930-Today Section. $ 2,850. Approx. - SIZE 0-6, depending how you want to wear it
SOLD		#5880 - c. 1920's Black Sheer Chiffon Open Coat with Lace Sleeves and Scalloped Edging!  Please note, this is BLACK.  The light blue background makes it look a bit more like navy, but it isn't. Got that?  Oh, and that band you see around the waist is on the mannequin, not the coat.  OK? Geesh, so many disclaimers, I feel like an attorney!! :)  Now, let's get to the piece.  Sheer, BLACK, chiffon and fabulous! There are no closures, it's just the attached long neck pieces that you can tie in loads of different ways that keeps the coat on.   Just throw them around your neck and over your shoulders, or tie at front, or tie at back, or... well, you get the picture.  I've shown it a few different ways.  Love the lace at the lower arm, and then the cuffs and the lower 7/8 of the coat has layers of scallops!! Nice touch!!  Excellent condition with only two of the teeniest of minor prick holes (if you can even call it that) at the upper back, and one at the mid back (see photo), and perhaps slight lace breaks at the sleeves. Measures:   43" long from shoulder to hem.  Shown on a 35" bust / 36" hip mannequin so you can see how it fits her.... plenty of room if you are larger, and fine if you are smaller. NEW LISTING!   Also Listed in the 1850-1920s Section. $ 345. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 4 - 8, perhaps even 10
[ORDER ITEM #5878] Click on image for additional photos!		#5878 - c. 1970's Black Sequin Long Evening Coat with Matching Sequin Tie Belt!  If you purchase this coat, you are gonna have to learn to be a great actress. Why?  Because you are going to feign a chill in order to keep this coat on a long as possible!  It's THAT fabulous!  Whatever you wear under couldn't possibly be as eye-catching.  A long black coat completely covered in black sequins.  Wrap style with great high notched collar neckline, side pockets and original matching sequin tie belt.  Measures: up to 42" bust, up to 38" waist, up to 44" hips, but REMEMBER, this is a wrap coat, so these measurements mean little... it's the 15" across the back that is more important, 17" across the shoulders and 56" long from shoulder to hem.  The lining is a silky satin... feels good on your skin!  Excellent condition. If you'd rather... shorten this to a day length... or a 3/4 length (and make a skirt from the left over! :)  This is one of those pieces you are just gonna stand in front of your mirror and admire yourself! :)   NOTE: this is not a lightweight coat you'd find today... it's substantial!   NEW LISTING!   Also Listed in the 1930-Today Section. $ 435. Approx. - SIZE 4 - small 8 (depending what you wear under) (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM #5914] Click on image for additional photos!		#5914 - c. 1970's GEORGE R. TAYLOR Co., Wheeling, West Virginia Electric Blue Velvet Flapper Coat!  New to the vintage market from storage in Wilton, CT.  Wilton, CT... where the median income hovers around $175,000.  So these people never skimped! :)  This simple 1920s wrap coat is all about the fantastic color of a bright electric blue velvet.  I think it might be a cotton or cotton/silk blend velvet.  The details are in the ruched sleeves and the large collar to wear up or down.  There are NO closures on this coat.. never were... just meant to be grabbed and held in a fashionable way.   Fully lined in an off-white silk.  Excellent condition with just a slight wear at the very edges of the velvet.  If you get really picky, there may be some thinning, but I don't know if I'm even seeing that or not, and I'm VERY picky!!   There is lots of crushing of the velvet which may or may not be original, but it's attractive as it is.   And I wouldn't say that if it wasn't so!   Only my repeat customers know that.... and there are so many of them, I must be doing something right! :) :) :)  This coat can really fit anyone... but you should be taller than me (5'2") as the sleeves are really too long for me.  Measures: 52" around (again this is a wrap coat!!!), 24" long sleeves from shoulder to cuff, 41" long from shoulder to hem.  This would be a great coat to dress up with huge ornamental closure!  NEW LISTING!   Also Listed in the 1850-1920's Section. $ 785. Approx. - SIZE 8-16 (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM #7358] Click on image for additional photos!		#7358 - c. 1990's ROYAL CROWN SABLE from I. MAGNIN Natural Sable Jacket!  Why am I adding this to the website when the temperature is crazy hot? Well, think back to the frigid winter last year when you were wishing for a coat this fabulously warm and smashing, so...  now's the time to put this beauty on LAYAWAY for next winter! I photographed "her", and then brought her to the furrier for professional cold storage (along with a spa treatment of cleaning/glazing).  I have to tell you that the furrier offered to buy this jacket from me!  So... that will give you a clue to it's fabulousness!  In researching, the only other similar Royal Crown Sable jacket I could find available for sale on the internet was listed at $24,995! And that one isn't nearly as nice as this one with the better size and collar! Here's the link... you can check it out yourself: http://www.fursbychrys.com/Royal_Crown_Russian_sable_jacket_RS616.htm There are other sable jackets out there, but with the I. Magnin and Royal Crown Sable labels, you know this is top of the line!  The color isn't the ultra dark mahogany, but rather a gorgeous medium brown hue. The collar is the best!!!!!  Full, huge, and beautifully marked pelts!  You can't want more.  I see nothing wrong with this piece, other than the I. Magnin label is slightly faded.  Excellent condition.  Measures: 50" bust/waist/hip, 35" long from shoulder to hem.  Now, that translates to just about any size wearing this jacket!   It's shown on the size 6 mannequin and fits her beautifully wrapped as you see (you can just add any belt you might like, or just add hooks where you want them.  OR if you are larger size, you just don't wrap this jacket, and it will easily fit a size 12/14.   The sleeve is long at 25" from shoulder seam to cuff (outsize sleeve measurement), so you if you are shorter, you can cuff up.  There is NO monogram on this coat lining, so that's a great bonus!! $ 9,985. Approx. - SIZE 6 - 12/14 (depending how much you wrap!) (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM #5372] Click on image for additional photos!		#5372 - c. 1970's RETY COUTURE, 54 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honore, Paris Black Velveteen Trench Coat!  Classic.  Perfect.  I don't have to waste my time explaining it as you can see if all from the photos.  Wide lapel collar, double-breasted, original buttons, epaulets, tie belt, top stitching, slash pockets, even the lining is detailed with top stitching!!  The only thing to even mention is that because this is from the 1970's, it has the 1970's fit... which means tight under the arms and across the back.  Nothing wrong, and it helps you stand up straighter! :)   This can be worn by me at size 6, but for comfort, I sized it smaller.  All depends how you like it and what you wear under.  Measures: up to 38" bust, up to 33" waist, up to 40" hips, 43.5" long from shoulder to hem, 23.5" long sleeve from shoulder to cuff.  Great quality piece!! Feels like a cotton velveteen.  Excellent condition. Wear with jeans or for formal occasion.   Perfect for ANYTHING! NEW LISTING!   Also Listed in the 1930-Today Section. $ 525. Approx. - SIZE 0/2 - 4 (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM #5838] Click on image for additional photos!		#5838 - c. 1970's JOHN BATES, London Special Pleated Gored Black Wool Coat with Hood Trimmed in Black Fox Fur!  Per the Vintage Fashion Guild Label Resource (they are the best!!), "John Bates is possibly one of the greatest forgotten talents of the 1960s and 1970s. With no formal training,... he was asked to start the Jean Varon label in 1959/60. 'I called it Jean Varon because at the time an English name like John Bates meant nothing, you had to appear to be French. Jean is French for John and Varon because there was no ‘V’ in the rag trade book. Jean Varon made a good graphic image'!  Early Varon garments are innovative with space-age fabrics, see-through panels, cut-out holes and matching accessories right down to the tights. As an aside, Bates is also sometimes credited with the ‘invention’ of the mini-skirt. He popularized trousers for women and encouraged the first ‘underwear as outerwear’ style, through precision cutting and the use of lace and mesh. An example of this work won him the ‘Dress of The Year’ title in 1965.  His reputation earned him the ultimate commission; designing a wardrobe of outfits for the second half of the first Emma Peel season on The Avengers in 1965-66.  In the later 1960s and 1970s, Bates concurrently designed for his own-name label, which was more avant garde and innovative. He was still designing for Varon throughout the 70s, but at some point in the late 1970s/early 1980s, his own label fizzled out into bankruptcy and he decided to leave the mainstream fashion business. He is now working as an artist and living in Wales."  So... this is one of the rare John Bates label coats!  You HAVE to look at the close-up photos to see the fantastic 7 pleated gores in the skirt of the coat!!!!  Fantastic (oh I already said that!).  The coat buttons up the front but are hidden under the fox fur which continues up around the hood, down the back of the hood, and on the cuffs.  Excellent condition.  Labeled size 12, but that's old sizing.  Measures: up to 38" bust, up to 39" waist, up to 50" hips, 48" long from shoulder to hem, 25" long sleeves from shoulder to cuff.  Fits a bit tight at upper body as most 1970s garments fit... just the fit of the time.  I'm just sayin'.  NEW LISTING!  $ 585.  Approx. - SIZE 0-4/6 (depending what you want to wear under) (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM - #5886] Click on image for additional photos!		#5886 - c. 1920's Black Silk Chiffon and Black Velvet Cape Coat!  I wish you could have been standing next to me when I was trying to figure out exactly how to wear this piece!! :) Pretty funny.  It's designed like a 1870's mantle which was a "retro" design in the 1920's! :)  And then to make it harder, the interior is so beautiful, that it was hard to believe it wouldn't be seen when worn, so I kept trying to figure out how to wear it with the gold braid and smocking at neckline showing.  But finally... I got it.  Unique to say the least!!  Black silk chiffon is draped from the "nehru" collar and there is a slit for your arms to go through (as you see).  The hipline follows a typical 1920s piece and you just gotta love the black velvet trim which just "pops" under the sheer chiffon. There is no closure currently at the neckline, so I just added a rhinestone pin (that doesn't come with it).  You can use anything you have, or just add a hook/eye if you prefer.  Excellent condition.  The only issue to mention (as I'm very picky as you probably already know), it that the velvet neck seems a bit unfinished or something.   Just seems like perhaps a replacement as it's more like black velvet ribbon that was formed into a collar... and yet, it matches the other black velvet so well, that I it could all be original and correct and I'm just looking for things to say! :)   Whatever... it's still a remarkable 1920's cape/coat/mantle! :) Will fit just about anyone small-medium.  NEW LISTING!    Also Listed in the 1850s-1920s Section.  $ 585.
[ORDER ITEM #5840] Click on image for additional photos!		#5840 - c. 1980's MANSFIELD, Made in England "Carnaby Street" Wool and Cashmere Blend Bottle Green Coat with Black Velvet Trim!  At first glance I thought this was a London coat from the 1960's Carnaby Street.  You know, it's got that look.  But then I noticed the shoulders, and it has to be dated to the 1980's (or 1890's! :), but still.... I hear 60's music when I try this on, so perhaps it was re-incarnated. :)  I don't know what it is about this coat that evokes so many different eras.... could even look like something worn by Jane Austen!  Or Equestrian.  Gotta love the doublebreasted bodice with unique cut into the lapel with the fabulous seaming all over front and back (check out all the photos), A-line skirt, muttonsleeves, high neck back, wide lapels, and trimmed in black velvet (including the buttons).   Measures:  up to 39" bust, up to 34" waist, up to 54" hips, 17" from shoulder to waist, 50" long from shoulder to hem.   The exterior is in great condition, but the lining (as you can see in the photos) is discolored... though blended so well, could be passed off as intentional! :)  Sort of. :)  You don't find coats like this today.  I can't believe how cheap the materials are on today's new coats.  Thank goodness I get to live in the past.   NEW LISTING!  $ 265.  Approx. - SIZE 6-10 (depending what you want to wear under) (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM #5799] Click on image for additional photos)		#5799 - c. 2006 Natural Sable Coat!  WOW!!!  If you want to buy yourself the sable coat you have ALWAYS wanted, but don't want to spend the $60,000 that this coat originally cost.  I know that for a fact because this came to me from the furrier who originally created this coat (who by the way used to create furs wholesale for high-end department stores!). He sold it a few years ago to the woman who is now upgrading to the $250K Black Diamond sable coat!!!! REALLY!  I didn't even know there was black sable... but now I read they can go up to $300K!  Insane!!!)  So, Why am I adding furs to the website when the temperature is crazy hot? Well, think back to the frigid winter last year when you were wishing for a coat this fabulously warm and smashing, so...  now's the time to put this beauty on LAYAWAY for next winter!  I photographed "her", and she is now relaxing at the furrier for professional cold storage (along with a spa treatment of cleaning/glazing).  This sable coat color isn't the ultra dark mahogany, but rather a gorgeous medium brown hue. Thick and luxurious.  Full, huge, and beautifully marked pelts!  Impeccably made as you can see from the inside photo.  Excellent condition.  Measures: 50" bust, 52" waist, 58" hips, 48" long from shoulder to hem, 72" around hemline, 26" sleeve shoulder to end cuff.  Now, that translates to just about any larger sized woman wearing this coat. Really too large on me at size 6, but anything can be redesigned.   I show this coat with a variety of sashes for fun... you can change the look, or wear without.  There is no monogram inside, and my furrier said he'd add your monogram or name for you if you would like (price included) when it comes out of storage. I like the idea of just adding the word "MINE" ! :)   So.... how savvy you to purchase this coat at less than 1/3 the original price from just a few years ago!  Oh, and ALL fur prices are increasing this coming year as the pelts are selling for record prices, so... this coat new could be more like $75K this year!  NEW LISTING!  $ 17,500.  Approx. - SIZE 10 - 16 (check measurements above
[ORDER ITEM #5488] Click on image for additional photos!		#5488 - c. 1920 Steinberg's, Saint Louis Bottle Green Silk Velvet Opera Cape!  OK, I was so surprised when I discovered that this simple shaped cape actually had internal snaps to convert it into more of a "mantle" shape!  The photo at left shows it snapped up, and then the arms just slip through the openings... otherwise, it's worn straight down and just wrapped around the body like a cocoon.  It's like getting TWO capes in one!  The cocoon shape was popular in 1920.  The silk velvet that looks black unless under bright lights is actually a deep bottle green hue.  The bottom half of the cape is a gold metallic thread floral motif design.  Lovely ruffled collar trim of the same embroidery.   And then down the front is a unique "chain" of velvet... one dangle end is missing.  The interior black silk lining is in excellent condition with the exception of the reddish streaks at inner back near label (see photo).  The exterior of this cape is in Excellent condition with the exception of one small area of pulled metal threads (see photo) and some tarnishing of the gold metal to a slight copper hue... you wonder if it was original as it still looks great!   Lovely piece.  NEW LISTING!  Also Listed in the 1850-1920s Category. $ 895.
[ORDER ITEM #5343] Click on image for additional photos!		#5343 - c. 1980's GIORGIO ARMANI, Le Collezioni, Made in Italy Deep Cranberry Wool Coat!  OK, so here's how this Armani label stacks up...  The Giorgio Armani Le Collezioni (now called Armani Collezioni) is a high-end Armani sub-label. The line is more expensive than Emporio Armani, Armani Jeans, Armani Exchange lines, but less expensive than the high-end, ready-to-wear line, Giorgio Armani and the haute couture line, Armani Privé.K.   Got it?  So this was still quite expensive... and made for those who don't like, or don't need to flaunt their wealth. Simple shape.  Would look fab with scarves, or even with a belt. The color is a deep cranberry.  This color is slightly washed out looking in the photos so I could try to get the color as close as possible, so it's nicer than what I see on my computer screen (however, all screens are different, so ... ).  The close-up photo of the one button is probably the closest to the real color.  This will be your favorite coat for those of you tired of wearing black all the time!!! :) 3 button closure at front.  Fully lined.  Rounded shoulder shape. Labeled 38/4, but will probably fit a size 12/14!  Measures: 47" bust and waist (I can still wear it at 33" bust, size 6, but it will fit you VERY loose!), 37" long from shoulder to hem.  The sleeves are a bit long for me at 5'2", but there is no good way to measure as they are raglan.  No seam to measure from.  Priced ridiculously low just because I can! :)  NEW LISTING!  $ 185. Approx. - SIZE Small to Large (check measurements above)
RESERVED Click on image for additional photos!		#5132 - c. 1960's Mink Bolero!  Love the look of a mink shrug, but prefer to have sleeves?  Well... how about a short mink shrug-like bolero?  You're gonna have to be a fairly small size to wear this closed as you see it, as it's got a 26" waist... and that's without any clothing under... though all you need under is a simple sexy sheathe dress, eh?? :)  The sleeves are batwing, so loose fitting under the arms, though the sleeves are a bit short (more like 3/4 length) so don't expect full length sleeves. The collar is a sort of non-collar, just a short stand up.  Wraps over at waist front to close with one hook, or wear open... or move the hook so it's a larger size! Very good condition. CURRENTLY BEING CLEANED/GLAZED and in cold storage for the summer.  This has the VERY MODERN horizontal sable-looking pelts on the sleeves and the back... and vertical pelts in the front.  Even the Furrier was excited by it! :) NEW LISTING!  Also Listed in the 1930-Today Category. $ 565. RESERVED Approx. - SIZE 0-4,  or 6 if you move hook (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM - #5441A] Click on image for additional photos!		#5441A - c. early 1950's ORIGINALA Black Wool Swing Coat Trimmed in Sheared Black Beaver Fur!  Sold at the Prestigious Julius Garfinckel & Co, Washington DC! You really should look through old Vogue and Harpers Bazaar magazines to know just how expensive these Originala coats were!  Here's the info from my favorite (other than my own, of course!) website, the Vintage Fashion Guild Label Resource: "Originala was one of the better suit and coat houses in New York. Through the years, several well known designers worked at Originala: Marc Bohen (who went on to design at Dior) was there in 1958, Ilie Wacs was the head designer from 1964 through 1972, and Louis Dell’Olio worked there from 1971 through 1974. It was one of the most expensive coat lines made at the time. In the late 1960s, the coats averaged about $500".  As you can see, this is a true swing coat with sleeves that are nearly "cape" length.  High sheared beaver collar can be worn up as you see, or down.   Slash pockets.  Braided buttons.   Fully lined.  Excellent condition except for the fact that the buttons could use replacing or fixing.  They've been pulled out so they are too loose and askew. Not a huge deal, but rather than me fixing, best for you to fix where you want them.  Fur is in very good condition.   No other problems I can find.  This will fit just about any size, but best for smaller shouldered gals.  All depends what you wear under.  If you love swing coats (and who doesn't!), can't get much better.  A heavy coat.... like they used to make! Measures:  39" long from shoulder to hem. NEW LISTING! Also Listed in the 1930-Today Section. $ 545. Approx. - SIZE 6-10 (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM #5443A] Click on image for additional photos!		#5443A - c. late 1940's Lenari Designed, New York Black "New Look" Plush Fancy Coat! I wish I knew the name of this great fabric.  It's probably a wool and mohair blend with an incredible sheen. Very similar to the "Imported from France" fabrics used for the Lilli Ann Coats of the same era. VERY well made.  VERY high quality!!  Near Mint condition!  Fabulous black braided trim double collar to wear up or down, and faceted jet black square buttons.  Wide "circle" skirt with wide balloon-type sleeves with tighter cuffs (so you can push them up your arm a bit if you like).    This coat would look terrific with a belt as well.  This is what you can't find today in the stores.  QUALITY!  I can't stress that enough!  Am I using enough exclamation points?? Pockets at sides. Measures:  up to 39" bust, up to 33" waist, 43" long from shoulder to hem.   NEW LISTING! Also Listed in the 1930-Today Section. $ 645. Approx. - SIZE 6, perhaps 8/10 (depending what you wear under) (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM #9857] Click on image for additional photos!		#9857 - c. 1940/1950's Saks Fifth Avenue Genuine Full Pelt Canadian or Russian Sable Boa!  PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE don't email me if you are offended by the fur.  My job is to sell antique and vintage fashions without making any political or ethical statements on the history of fashion throughout the years.  At many points in time, full body pelt furs were considered extremely fashionable.  I still believe that knowledge of history (whether good or bad) is better than ignorance.  We don't have to condone specifics of history, just acknowledge it...often so we don't make the same mistakes!   Now... on to the piece.  Rare to find SABLE pelts in boas. Back side is a brown velvet with initials "MB" and Saks label.  Excellent, near mint condition.  Should cost much more, but priced to sell!  NEW LISTING! $ 365.
[ORDER ITEM #6887] Click on image for additional photos!		#6887 - 1992 MTV Music Television Black Leather Bomber Jacket! Size LARGE!  WHOA! This is certainly different!  Especially on my website.  I don't normally sell items like this, but hey, it's a great gift item for your MTV or music fan!  It's 100% leather exterior with a quilted nylon lining.  Love the bright blue and white leather with red accent leathers all sewn together.  The "Music Television" below the leather logo is embroidered in red.  The ribbed cuffs, waistband and collar are matching tri-colored bands.  Note the cool metal zipper tag at front... with the MTV logo as well!  Very Good to Excellent condition.... the minor faults are simple to overlook... the lining has some discoloration/fading and there are tiny marks on the leather (see photos - picky, picky, picky!).  I've seen other MTV jackets, but none better than this!  LOVE the style! It's shown on a large female dressform, but it's labeled LARGE, which is a man's size Large.  I tried it on my XL boyfriend just to confirm.  It's a regular length, not as good for a tall guy (my guy is 6'1" and a bit short for him)... like a size 40-42R.   NEW LISTING!  Also Listed in the 1930-Today Section. $ 165. Approx. - SIZE LARGE (Men's) (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM #5443C] Click on image for additional photos!		#5443C - c. early 1950's TRIGERE, New York, Bergdorf Goodman On the Plaza, New York  Pauline Trigere Muted Plaid Wool Cape with High Collar Back! Can't really call this a hooded cape unless you have a pea head! :)  I just raised the back of the collar as you can see how high it goes... like an Edwardian collar!  Lovely almost muted red, green and white plaid wool.  Closes with a short tie at front neck and a couple of fur-type hooks.  The arms go through the holes, but the holes also have button tabs to close if you just decide to toss this over your shoulders.  The inside lining is a green wool to help keep you toasty.  The condition of the exterior is Excellent.  The moths, however, got to the green lining (see photos).  Luckily they didn't like the taste of the plaid! And the hooks at front would need to be re-stitched in place. A nice early piece of Trigere.  Her version of "Little Red Riding Hood".  NEW LISTING!  Also Listed in the 1930-Today Section. $ 425. Approx. - SIZE one size fits most (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM #7167] Click on image for additional photos!		#7167 - c. 1910-1912 Edwarian PERDOUX Bourdereau Veron & Cie, Place de la Bourse, 132 rue Reaumur, Paris Black Silk Chiffon and Satin Evening Coat! Purchased from B. Altman & Co, Paris/New York! OK Girls... Class is in session!  I've done the research and it's QUITE impressive for this Perdoux label!  First off, from 1896-1900, Perdoux was the 8th President of the prestigious Parisian Chambre Syndicale.  Perdoux SHOULD be better known today as he was mentioned in the same breath as the other top designers of the era.  I found ads to confirm this: A Woodward & Lothrop Store ad from Oct. 12, 1910 from the Washington Herald reads:  "Superb Street and Evening Wraps from Callot Soeurs, Poiret, Gersen, Perdoux, and others".  And during the St. Louis Worlds Fair Expo, the St. Louis Republic Newspaper of Sept 11, 1904 reads: "B. Nugent & Bro. Dry Goods Co. (Nugents Store) Paris Gowns and Wraps - Our grand opening display of imported garments...making St. Louis attractive during the Fair.  We are prepared to supply, all ready for wearing, the most beautiful creations of the world's most noted fashion artists - such as Beer, Callot-Soeurs, Redfern, Perdoux, Drecoll, Paquin and others.  To own a gown or wrap made by one of these masters is a distinction of which even the most prominent leaders of society may feel justly proud. Remember too, these gowns are NOT copies or reproductions, but the original garments, bought from their famous makers by our agent, shipped direct to us, and displayed for the first time in our costume rooms.  Prices on these imported gowns and wraps range from $200. to $750 each."  And then they went on to price US gowns at $25 and coats at fur trim at $25.  Reproductions evening gowns of Paris gowns were priced $65 - $100.  I also found the Perdoux ad from the Paris Exposition Universelle of 1900.  From the ad, we see he was the fashion GOLD MEDAL winner at the Paris Exposition of 1878, Vice President of the Jury in Brussells in 1897, and Member of the Jury at the Exposition Universelle of 1900.  And older Parisian address was listed in this ad.  The newer address is on the coat label of 132 Rue Reaumur, Paris.  I researched this building and it was completed in 1910 so.... that helps to date this coat as well! Excellent condition, near mint with just one button with some silk loss. Black silk chiffon with Black silk satin trim with loads of black passementerie and lace medallions.  Interior lining is also perfect with a sweet little pocket. Again, near mint condition! Just closes at the lower bust and open from there.  Obviously an evening coat. Measures: up to 39" bust, 50" long from shoulder to hem.  NEW LISTING!  Also Listed in the 1850-1920s Section. $ 2,845.  Approx. - SIZE 6-10 (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM #6497] Click on image for additional photos!		#6497 - c. 1960's DRIZZLE / I. Magnin &Co. "Pucci" Look Coat!  I'm showing the back of this coat in this photo not because the front isn't beautiful, but the back is just "killer"!!  You gotta love all the details that you can barely see due to the wild very Pucci print, but check out the close-up photos to see the horizontal seamed back yoke, the inverted pleat mid back top and bottom, and the tabbed belt loop at mid back!  The front shows the matching self-covered buckle on the wide belt.  Closes with black round snaps up the front... and as you see, you can wear open collar or fully closed. I'm showing collar up, but that's just to see the undersize.... no shortcuts taken on this gem!  Labeled an OLD size 14! However, this fits me at a modern size 4/6, and will work as well on a modern size 8 (if you don't wear much under). Fully lined in light blue.  Very bold colors in what looks like a kind of doubleknit(?).. and this Drizzle line specialized in Water repellent coats, so I have to assume this is... but I don't want to try it out and be wrong.  I have to confess, I've worn this coat twice.. both times to vintage clothing auctions with some of the most educated vintage dealers in the country... and they ALL just assumed it was a rare and fabulous Pucci coat!!!!  I don't blame them.  It's THAT perfect a copy... and from the correct era! I'm perfectly happy to keep this in my own closet, so I might have to interrogate you prior to allowing you to purchase it... you know, like an adoption process.  You have to be worthy!! Excellent condition with the only issue being the lining shoulder areas with discolorations.  Interior only people!!  Exterior is near mint!  Also Listed in the 1930-Today Section. $ 1,285. Approx. - SIZE 4/6, perhaps 8 (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM #5021A] Click on image for additional photos!		#5021A - c. 1968-1970  GUNTER PROJECT 2 Purple Mod Dress with Matching Mod Coat!  Here's the info from my favorite website, "Vintage Label Resource":  Gunter Ruecker studied at FIT (NYC), and then after working for a clothing firm in his native Germany, he returned to New York in 1968 and he started his own line, Gunter Project 2.  At Project 2, Gunter made pants outfits for women (and obviously some dress/coat outfits! :).  The company that produced Gunter Project 2, G.T.N., was bought by clothing maker Abe Schrader in 1969.  The line continued to be made into the 1970s. Gunter later became a tailoring instructor at FIT." No surprise that Gunter became a tailoring instructor, because you can see from this outfit, he was a master tailor!! Check out the close-up photos to see the seaming details and even the slightly scalloped hemline of the dress!!  Quite heavyweight fabric.  Very Pierre Cardin look. Measures:  34" bust, up to 28/29" waist, up to 40" hips, 33" long from shoulder to hem for both dress and coat. Sadly the condition isn't perfect.  There is slight discoloration on the coat and major discoloration of the coat lining.  The buttons on both are flaking, so they would need to be replaced.  The dress lining is dirty on the dress at the neck and underarm.  And there is a light spot on the sleeve of the coat. Got all that?   Still a great classic outfit from the Mod era. Priced to reflect condition.   Also Listed in the 1930-Today Category. $ 345. Approx. - SIZE 4/6 (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM #6995] Click on image for additional photos!		#6995 - c. late 1940's JUILLIARD "New Look" Black Virgin Wool Coat with Black Satin Ornamental Trim!  For those of you who can't stand another year of wearing that same winter coat that you've been wearing for the last umpteen years, or want the same experience that I get when I wear MY black wool winter coat (yeah, I have a nice one!) when I'm constantly getting compliments for women and men (yup, MEN!) alike!  It makes you feel great... and helps to liven up your attitude even if Winter weather is getting you down. Lovely black 100% virgin wool coat (how DO they know these sheep were virgins?) with fabulous black satin applique ornamental trip around wide "circle" skirt and very wide shawl collar.   Wide balloon-type sleeves with tighter cuffs (so you can push them up your arm a bit if you like).   This coat would look terrific with a belt as well. Measures:  34/35" bust, 26-30" waist (depending where you place the snap/hook). As it is now in the photo, the waist is larger than it was originally... with the smaller waist it would have been a bit more wrapped.  Though looks great either waist size! Fully lined. Excellent condition with just one hardly seen tiny moth hole on the skirt... backed by black, so again.. unless you are inspecting the coat as I have to do for you....  (see photo). Also Listed in the 1930-Today Category. $ 745. Approx. - SIZE 4/6 (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM - #4554] Click on image for additional photos!		#4554 - c. 1940's Martha Weathered Navy Wool Boucle Deco Cape with White Sequins! Martha Weathered was a very exclusive shop one of the fine ladies' shops on Chicago's Magnificent Mile (Michigan Ave). One of my favorite 1920's beaded dresses came from this shop, and now... ta da!.... my favorite cape! A navy blue wool cape in a nubby texture. The shape is open, there are not closures. Padded shoulders and swing back. What makes it so special is the white sequin deco floral design at front and back! Condition you ask? Near mint! I really can't find anything wrong with it! Full rayon lining. Measures: 42" long from back neck to hem, 118" around bottom! There is nothing else to measure.. it will fit a small to largish woman (though might be a bit too much for small, short woman). I might add one hook/eye at front neckline to secure it, but doesn't look like it ever had anything. The deco design on this cape is absolutely thrilling! Also Listed in the 1930s-Today Category. $ 795. Approx. - SIZE One Size fits Most (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM - #6801] Click on image for additional photos!		#6801 - c. 1960's Doris Duke's Russian Sable Lined Gold Silk Satin Evening Coat!   Doris Duke was dubbed at birth "the richest girl in the world", and it was true! And that continued through her life, so at one point she was said to be the 3rd richest woman in the world, behind Queen Elizabeth of England and Queen Juliana of the Netherlands  When she died in 1993, she was said to be worth $2 Billion... back when that was still a lot of money! :) Reports claim she had $1 million a week in expendable income!!  NICE!! So even though she liked a good bargain, she certainly had the best!  So, ta-da, I present to you her Russian sable lined gold satin coat.  The full sable lining (excluding the sleeves, so it's a long vest) is worn next to your skin... ooh!... and is totally removable with buttons!  So remove and sleep on it if you so desire! :)  Or wear it under some other coat (use this gold satin as a pattern, or design your own). As you can see, the sable peeks out at collar, cuffs, down front and then extends 10" below the outercoat hemline. The sleeves are lined in silk quilting.  Sable is in Excellent condition!  The satin coat has a few scattered small spots and one small tear (see photos) at upper bust (likely where the coat was grabbed by a too sharp fingernail, or torn on a brooch). No closures, meant to be clutched! :)  Measures:  57" long from shoulder to hem. NOTE: A 1958 Time Magazine article quotes a sable-lined raincoat costing $15,000... back in 1958!!!!    Also Listed in the 1930s-Today Category. $ 4,250. Approx. - SIZE Small (sizes 2-6 best) (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM - #9939] Click on image for additional photos!		#9939 - c. 1906/07 RARE Parisian Fabulous Ermine and Lace Coat!  With the Photo of the Original Owner (Willie Mae Thompson Norfleet) Wearing the Coat! Wearable Size!  This coat comes directly from the descendants of the woman in the photo.... the coat was stored for all these years in the homestead and remains in surprisingly Excellent condition!!  There are only a few issues to speak of... other than the missing crocheted button on the front (big deal)... there is one spot on the lace on the lower back of the coat, and the inner barely seen silk is shattering behind the lace at the hemline (see photos).  The silk lining is in great condition (see photos), but the extremely delicate pleating chiffon trim (which hardly ever survives!) was taped together.  This kept it from getting worse, but it's not something I'd recommend! :)  Anyway, I'm leaving as I found it.  You can remove the chiffon and no one would know anything was wrong, but I'd rather leave as much fashion history as possible.  NOTE: The coat was not meant to be worn full-length, but rather to about 7/8 length over a gown, so imagine a gown peeking out the bottom.  Wearable 2-6 size!  Measures: Up to 35" bust, but the back is a bit small at 13" between armseams, so best for a size 2/4 gal with smallish back. Though as you can see, she wore it open!  52" long from shoulder to hem. Until the 20th Century, ermine was reserved for royalty in Western Europe seen on the coronation robes of royal and noble persons.  It symbolized purity, valor, justice and dignity. After that, only the most wealthy could afford something this luxurious!!  This coat comes with the original photo of Willie Mae wearing the coat, and a typed 7-page family diary from 1894-1904 which describes the constant trips to Europe and Paris... and even times when they stayed with Royalty, and Willie Mae's sister Ada's address in NYC which was the prestigious Central Park West... one block from the famed John Lennon's Dakota building!!  I'm attributing the coat as a Parisian Designer Coat as it's nearly an absolute match to the Parisian jacket I have listed below! And I know this family bought most of their clothing from Paris.  Also Listed in the 1850-1920s and Museum Categories. $ 5,875.  Approx. - SIZE 2/4, perhaps small 6 (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM - #4523A] Click on image for additional photos!		#4523A - New Dyed Blue Fox Stole! I bought this dyed blue fox stole to go with the Sharon Stone worn 1920's beaded flapper dress I had for sale... but since I don't know who wants what for what reason... I figured I should list it separately. Heck, you might want to wear it with nothing underneath! Who am I to tell you you can't! :) Just please... wear something on the bottom! :) Excellent condition.. like new.... wait a minute, it IS new! Guess that's why it's in such great shape! lined in the same electric blue satin as the bow in front. The blue of the fox is slightly more subdued. Really great color. 36" long by 11" wide.. slightly curved shape to fit the body. Also Listed in 1930-Today Category. $ 395.
[ORDER ITEM - #9346] Click on image for additional photos!		#9346 - c. 1980's RARE MICHAELE VOLLBRACH Gold Lame and Soft Green Wool Felt Kimono Shaped Evening Coat Trimmed in Peacock Feathers! Former Coty Fashion Design Winner! Attention all wall flowers!!!! You do NOT want this coat! However, if you have always craved attention, and you have a flamboyant style.. or if you are a couture collector... well then... you have just found the holy grail! :) Amazing piece.. part fashion, part sculpture.. by the incomparable Michaele Vollbrach! Just so you know... a quilted kimono jacket sold for $2900+ at Doyle's Auction House, so the prices for these extraordinary pieces are high.. for good reason! No museum textile collection should be without Vollbrach! FYI, "Michael" Vollbrach was recently wooed out of retirement to head the house of Bill Blass, but he's had to tame his wild streak, so it's not the same. Originally purchased in mid-1980's for $2,000. Purchased from Charlotte's in Akron, OH during a trunk show when Michaele Vollbrach was there! So no question this is a limited production couture, or one-of-a-kind piece. Unlined felt (see inside photo). Not for warmth! :) The peacock feathers are beautifully iridescent! The gold lame is shiny! Measures: 46" long from shoulder to hem. No closures, so will fit a variety of sizes.. just not small/short please! This will overwhelm you! Excellent, near mint condition. Also Listed in the Museum Category. $ 1,750. Approx. - SIZE Medium-Large (sizes 10-14, perhaps 16) (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM - #3637] Click on image for additional photos!		#3637 - c. 1960's PAULINE TRIGERE Turquoise Blue Wool Evening Coat Encrusted with Rhinestones! Should be in the museum section! This is one of the few items I will guarantee to be of a certain designer even without a label. I have seen enough Pauline Trigere's in my life to know that this is HER... I know from the type of rhinestones and wool tailoring that nobody else can copy. Even down to the quality of the heavy wool. You will have to trust me, unless you are as knowledgeable as I (ah-hem!), and you know it's a Trigere as well. Scrumptious color of bright turquoise. The entire neckline, yoke and upper sleeves are lavished with glass rhinestones in every conceivable shape and size. All of these fantastic sparkling stones are in pristine condition, with no darkening, so they catch the light incredibly. The coat itself is soft, very high quality wool (possibly with some cashmere content). Fully lined. Comes with a matching turquoise blue silk scarf from Paris. Excellent condition with the exception of some very light fading down the top of the shoulders down the top of the sleeves. It may be just old dust from hanging on a hanger.. and may get better.. but I haven't dry-cleaned the coat to attempt. It's perfectly wearable the way it is. Measurements won't help much, but I'm a size 6 and this is just a slight bit too large, hence....a size 8. Measures about 37/38" bust, 37" long from shoulder to hem. Also Listed in 1930-Today Category. $ 675. Approx. - SIZE 8 (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM - #3641] Click on image for additional photos!		#3641 - c. 1950's HERBERT SONDHEIM Gold Lame Evening Coat! If you take a look through some old Vogue Magazines, you will see that Herbert Sondheim was a top label of the era. Likely very expensive. I had one Sondheim dress in the past, and that was extraordinarily well-made, so no surprise to see this amazing gold lame coat with that label!! Like liquid gold, the most incredible, drapy gold lame fabric in the "new look" shaping. Also has a huge shawl collar that is actually a hood! The coat has a swingy circle skirt with lots of tiny gathers below the waistline, bodice overlaps and snaps at the waist. Sleeves are full with wide split cuffs. The silky lining is a creamy gold. The coat could easily be altered by moving a snap at the waist. Measures: 46" long from shoulders to hem, 30" long from waist to hem., up to 39" bust, 28" waist, and 100" around the swingy skirt. Excellent condition, but for the original belt which is missing.., and if you are picky, the hem of the lining only is a tiny bit dirty. Make an entrance! This is a High Fashion Coat! I dare you to find another!  Also Listed in 1930-Today Category. $ 945. Approx. - SIZE 6 - 10/12 (with snap moved) (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM - #4579] Click on image for additional photos!		#4579 - c. 1969 Numbered Couture CHRISTIAN DIOR, Autumn-Winter 1969, Paris Winter Coat! For all you collectors who like to find the numbered, dated pieces.. how about a great Christian Dior coat? Fabulous double-breasted plush coat... interesting fabric.. I'm sure there is a name for it, but alas... my lack of education is showing! Don't tell anyone! The fabric feels like something between a silk velvet and a silk corduroy (though the fabric label in the pocket reads "silk, acetate, acrylic, polyamine." Though I don't know if the label is correct to the coat.. so... I guess if you know polymine to the touch... you are a heck of a lot smarter than I! :) Whatever it is.. its fabulous to the touch. The only thing to mention is that since it's from the (nearly) 1970s, the underarms are tighter than we wear items today.  It was the cut from that era.  None will be different.  It's just something to keep in mind from the 1970's.  It will feel tighter than we expect... so if you want to feel roomier, than you should go the size smaller (size 6). Does that make sense or am I rambling??? :)   However... all that being said... it measures:  37" bust,  up to 37" waist, up to 42" hips, 15.5" across the back, 24" sleeve from top of shoulder seam to cuff, 45" long from shoulder to hem.  It's a very classy, almost dressy coat. Excellent condition.. with just a tiny patch of lining torn under one arm not seen at all on outside (see photo), and one button that needs to be sewn back on (it's in the pocket... I pinned it on for the photograph, but you really don't want me to attempt to sew it. Really... you don't! :) Also in the pocket is more tag info from Bergdorf Goodman.   Why JUST wear a coat.. wear an investment piece!  Also Listed in 1930-Today Category. $ 845. Approx. - Size approx. 6/8 (depending what you wear under) (check measurements above)
[ORDER ITEM - #9688] Click on image for additional photos!		#9688 - c. 1960's ELINOR SIMMONS for MALCOLM STARR Orange, Gold, Black Metallic Brocade Coat! From the closet of an Opera Singer! Ah, if only you could see this in person! It shines as the material is a metallic brocade. But, alas.. I couldn't capture it in this photo.. so please look at the close-up photos to see the detailing. Great tailoring. Great matching of print (my Mother always told me that is the sign of quality goods!). Fairly wide lapels. Double breasted. Jet black rhinestone and gold buttons. Marked size 10, but fits more like a size 4/6 today.. tight sleeves, so no big arms, please!  Measures: 35" bust, up to 34" waist, up to 43" hips, 40" long from neck to hem, 13" around upperarms, 15" across back from armseam to armseam. Sleeves work perfectly for me at 5'2" tall, so if you are taller, the sleeves may be more 7/8 length, which is fine too!  Also Listed in 1930-Today Category. $ 385. Approx. - SIZE 4/6 (check measurements above)
		ITEMS BELOW ARE SOLD
SOLD on LAYAWAY		#7320 - c. 1960's WOOLF BROTHERS Two-Tone Mink Wrap!  Seen a lot of mink stoles?  Yeah, me too.  Seen a lot of TWO TONE mink stoles or wraps?  Nope... don't think I've seen another so I'm betting you haven't either.  Pastel mink on top and a scalloped dark mahogany mink at bottom.   Now is the time to buy mink if you want it.... as according to NAFA (the North American Fur Auctions) website: http://www.nafa.ca/en/auctions/auction-reports/,  prices of mink "attracted exceptionally high prices".  The reason?  The China market is hot for mink, so..... that's how many billion women who may have just discovered the joy of owning mink???  I show this piece worn a few different ways for fun and for those of you who are fabulously creative.  You might even use this as the bottom of a skirt.  I know it's "out there", but I have some fashionistas who might want to start a new trend, eh?  Remember, if the idea takes off, I want a percentage of sales! : ) :) : )  Excellent condition.  Elegant and funky at the same time, and that's not easy to do. $ 545. SOLD on LAYAWAY
SOLD		#5839 - c. 1970's I. Magnin & Co., Victorian Royal Ltd, Made in the British Crown Colony of Hong Kong Black Velvet Evening Coat Trimmed in Massive Coq Black Feathers!  Well.... what an entrance you would make in this coat!  For the girl who loves to make a splash.   Long black velvet coat is a basic shape with a matching tie sash belt.  It's the full trim of black coq feather all the way around the front and around the back of the neck that makes this so special.  From the same estate as the John Bates fox trimmed coat, this woman loved interesting clothing. Labeled size 10, but that old sizing! Always remember that 1970's clothing will feel tight in the underarm and across the back... as that was the style/cut of the time.  Helps your posture if nothing else!! :)  Measures:  58" long from shoulder to hem.  Priced only to reflect that it's an evening coat so you might get limited wear. So steal this at this price!!!  $ 285.  SOLD Approx. - SIZE 0-4/6 (depending what you want to wear under) (check measurements above)
SOLD		#7425 - c. pre-1983 Vintage Created by the BROTHERS CHRISTIE (or Christie Brothers) Luxurious Genuine Double Sable Fur Boa /Stole / Scarf / Wrap! Nearly 6 FEET long!  I've sold quite a few sable boas.  WHY?  Because I can't stop myself.  I can't live without at least one that I can pet, or better yet feel the softness of sable around my arms.  NOTHING feels like sable!!!    A genuine, stunning, luxurious, fluffy, soft, supple and lightweight sable measuring terrific 70" long (or 140" long if not doubled) and 10" wide (5" wide each) as there are two boas loosely connected into one which allows it to be securely worn criss-crossed. You can secure the boas closer together so they have no gap between, or worn as one long boa. Some of the newer sable boas  are just sable on one side. These are full rounded pelts.  There is a velvet ribbon sewn to the other side with the connection strips to create the look. The fur is in mint condition and so is the lining.  I am not certain of the origin of this sable, but it's indeed sable.  It has a distinctive darker brown stripe down the center of each pelt, and Canadian sable is usually a bit lighter... but I can't confirm if this is Russian or Canadian sable... but it looks/feels just like the very expensive Royal Crown Sable I'm selling in a jacket!  Brothers Christie (5-generation furriers) changed their name to Christie Brothers sometime between 1976-1983, so this is dated pre-1983. This boa has an embroidered name.  It's highly unlikely I'm gonna find someone with the same name, but I usually just keep the name of the previous owner on my furs as a tribute to them!  In this case, you gotta wonder if this was owned by the wife of Star Trek creator, Gene Roddenberry - and lovingly remembered by all us "50-somethings" for her portrayal of Nurse Christine Chapel on the original Star Trek TV series and movies (oh, and she was also the voice of the computers!). Was this her sable stole???  Who knows... but I like to think so! If you've ever wanted a $60,000 sable coat.... this is the perfect starter kit :)   $ 1,245.  SOLD
SOLD		#5780 - c. 1980s Christie Brothers Natural Blue Iris Female Pelt Mink Coat!  So, I brought this mink into the Furriers today along with a few others, and they went GAGA over this coat... they said, (quote) "Now this was an expensive coat!".  When I asked how much, they quoted, "easily $10,000 new".  So, that will give you a clue as to what you are getting! :)   So... Ms. Mink is now getting treated to a complete spa treatment.... she will be getting pampered with a cleaning, glazing and then into cold storage for the summer.  So she will be fresh as a daisy for you in October/November ... for those of you who love my LAYAWAY program and definitely want a mink for this coming winter (remember just how cold it was... even though it may be 90+ degrees now)... unless you are one of my many Australian customers, of course!  This coat is a female, natural blue iris mink.  I show with and without a sash belt (I just grabbed anything, but doesn't come with it.. would look great with a belt as well), and I also show with a full skirt under, or a straight skirt under.  As you can see, the collar can be worn up with the large "glitter" button.  Full cuffed sleeves, rounded shoulders, raglan and batwing sleeves... but doesn't have that huge 80s look.  The color is hard to describe, but a bluish gray with white undertones.  Lovely. Different. Measures:  50" bust/waist/hips, 48" long from shoulder to hem.  Excellent condition.   Even the lining is nice with the Christies Brothers logos, and a lovely ribbon pocket inside.   There are initials.... they read "LGG".  I figure that's "Lady GaGa"! :)   I only see one issue of tiny water spots on the lining only (see photo). A great mink coat for more than 70% off !!!  Oh, and in reading up on Blue Iris mink pelts... the Feb. 18, 2011 auction report (2011.02.18 NAFA Mutation Mink Sale Report) on the North American Fur Auctions website: http://www.nafa.ca/en/auctions/auction-reports/ stats: "Blue Iris and Pastel Minks sold at record high prices"!!!  So, it's entirely possible that the price of this coat may go up to reflect the market.  $ 2,850. SOLD Approx. - SIZE Medium/Large (perhaps 12/14?) (check measurements above)
SOLD		#5328 - c. 1980's YVES SAINT LAURENT, Rive Gauche, Paris, Made in France Wool Plaid Winter Coat!  Wanna go out this winter feeling comfy like you are wearing a blanket??   Wrap yourself in this Yves Saint Laurent coat of wool plaid in an oversized modified cocoon shape.  Cuffed up cuffs.  Large notched collar with black velvet under.  Large patch pockets at front blended in perfectly with the plaid so nearly invisible.  Love the low slung half belt at the back. Soft black wool base with red, blue, green, yellow and white plaid.  Excellent condition except that one button is missing. As the buttons are quite nice, I might either move the buttons from the back or the cuffs and replace those two with similar buttons. Labeled size 36. But fits more like a size 8 (US).  Fully lined. Measures: 50" bust, 50" waist, 50" hips, 46" long from shoulder to hem.  Meant to be worn oversized!  Also Listed in the 1930-Today Category. $ 345. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 6-10 (depends what you wear under) (check measurements above)
SOLD		#6868 - c. 1960's REVILLON, Paris, New York Beaver Fur Zipper Front Vest! ABSOLUTELY Back in STYLE!!  No longer just for Sonny Bono (1960's Sonny & Cher) fans... you will see these fur vests on the runways and on the streets and it's considered a "must have"! Here's your history lesson if you don't know Revillon (a top-end name in furs!!). Revillon, which was founded in Paris in 1723 and has been operating in the United States since 1875, had fur salons in Saks Fifth Avenues for 32 years (from 1963 - 1995). The House of Revillon, based in Paris, is still renown for luxury and fashion furs. I wish you could feel this fur!  SOOOOOOO thick and soft! I can't stop petting it!!!!   I've felt some modern beaver furs that just don't feel half as nice.  There is a heavy zipper that is hidden up the front (though you will see the zipper tab at bottom.  The high neck will help to keep you warm.  You can wear this open as well... and will look just as great.  Silver tipped color with golden taupe base.  LOVELY!  Wear with a turtleneck or any sweater with nice sleeves (that's how I like it, but you might have some fashionable ideas that I'm too old to conjure up in my ancient brain).  Excellent condition with just minor wear at the zipper front and bit of a balding very small area INSIDE WHEN WORN at back mid high neck (hardly worth mentioning).  The lining has a few small areas of thinning (mostly inside hemline).  There is a monogram inside of VG. Small pocket inside lining.  Measures: up to 43" bust, 45" around the hemline,  28" long from shoulder to hem. Worth 4 times this price... at least - I just bought it right!!  Also Listed in the 1930-Today Category. $ 685. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 6-10 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#7199 - c. 1960's GINALA Wool Coat of a Soft Black Color with Flaired "Skirt"!  One of those great stylin' coats from the "mod" era... this one with a bit of a military flair. the color is a soft black that will challenge you, because you could easily call it a deep navy/black or deep grey/black... all depends on the lighting and how you see colors.  I wonder if this Ginala label was chosen as a "knock off" of the very high-end Originala coats... as it has the same style, but this is not of that high-end workmanship or materials.  So.. that means, you can get the right look for a lot less!  Yeah!  Measures: up to 36" bust, up to 34" waist, up to 44" hips,  36" long from shoulder to hem (someone else measured and got even larger measurements, but again... I don't want to mislead re: the wearable size).  Now remember these are COAT measurements!  That means... pay little attention to them and more to the fact that this is best for a size 4/6... depending on what you wear under.  Also great for a shorter gal as the sleeves are a bit on the short side - great for me at 5'2".  The coat looks GREAT on!  You're friends will think this is an Originala!  Condition? Could use a drycleaning to freshen up, but nothing is really wrong. except the fact that the brasstoned round buttons are all scratched up, and two are missing on the sleeves, so you will want to find all new buttons.  Fully lined. Priced to sell, allowing you $50 for buttons and drycleaning.  You'll love wearing this!  Looks great on!   $ 185. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 4/6 (check measurements above)
SOLD on LAYAWAY		#5477 - vintage FOX FUR Chubby Jacket!  I don't know the exact age of this jacket, but because it's not the 1930s, and the next "chubby" shape was in the 1970's/1980's, gotta be that.  Doesn't really matter... what matters is that it's still in fabulous condition!  As with all vintage furs, best to get them to the day spa (!) - that means take to your local furrier and get them cleaned/glazed just to condition them.  For a jacket, it can be as little as $45. But it's still in great condition as is!  Ready to wear!! Fully lined.  Great markings.  I'd love to see this worn with a turtleneck as it is collarless. Smashing look!  There are no labels inside, so I can't tell you anything about it, other than it's great.  Oh, and there is a photo of my fingers to show you just how full and thick this fur is!! Love the scalloped hemline.     $ 435. SOLD on LAYAWAY
SOLD on LAYAWAY		#5356 - c. 1970's PIERRE BALMAIN, Paris, New York from I. Magnin Umber Dusk, Northwood Fur Farms Female Mink Coat!  Not sure I have to tell you that the designer named fur coats are usually some of the best... as what designer would want to attach their name to an inferior fur?  And in this case, the other labels on the coat as just as impressive.  From "I. Magnin" and has the Northwood Fur Farms label.  So what? Well, I'll tell you!  Northwood Fur Farms was the the world’s largest and most-celebrated privately owned mink farm through 1992.  Their byword was “quality,” and they created a mink farm that was tops industry-wide making their mink pelts the most sought after across the globe. In 1958, the owner was named "Fur Man of the Year."  Impressed?  Well, you should be! :)  You will find many used mink coats out there, but your best bet is to buy those with the labels still intact... and this one also gives you the name of the fur color as "Umber Dusk"... a rich mahogany brown.  I would venture to say this was a $10,000 mink coat when new... and came from the estate of a woman with only designer clothes.  I took the coat to the furriers and gave her a "day of beauty", so she's recently cleaned and glazed.  Excellent condition.  Their is the slightest, slightest wear at the hook, and there are "whiter" areas of the mink at the upper shoulders and back of neck (which I don't believe is any wear or anything other than the original coloration of the mink).  You can see from the photos the shiny guard hairs are still shiny! :)  I'd say the only issue is the shape and size.  It's from the 1970's when the style was "fitted", so it feels slightly tight under the arms for me (as a normal size 6 with clothing under), even though the sleeves are batwing!  Anyway, the size is probably better for a smaller gal.... and the sleeves are also shortish... more like a 7/8 bracelet length sleeve.  Measures: 47" long from shoulder to hem. They say these cold winters are going to continue in the near future.... so... it's finally time to get that mink!  $ 1,185. SOLD on LAYAWAY Approx. - SIZE 2/4, small 6 (check measurements above)
SOLD on LAYAWAY		#2364 - c. 1908 Light Gray Linen Duster Motor Coat!   Are you one of those lucky ones that owns a 1908 motorcar?  If so, you probably have been looking your whole life for this duster coat!  For the rest of us who own early 21st century vehicles... you probably don't need this to keep our Edwardian gown from getting mudsplashed... but if you if you love this website, you probably want it anyway! :)  Just so perfectly evokes the era of the early horseless carriages.  This coat has the typical grease spots you would find on just about any motorcoat of the era (see photo for example).  But basically this is one of the cleaner coats!   Oh and look at the wonderful shiny silver buckle at the back! Abalone buttons. One button is missing from the bottom.  Measures:  56" long from shoulder to hem in front, 58" long in back.  So... break out your goggles, head scarf and if nothing else you have a great Halloween outfit! :) $ 445.  SOLD on LAYAWAY Approx. - SIZE 2 (check measurements above)
SOLD on LAYAWAY		#7315 - Vintage Neiman Marcus Luxurious Genuine Sable Fur Boa /Stole / Scarf / Wrap! A LONG 7.5 FEET long!  If you think this looks familiar... fooled you!  It's another one... very similar to another sable boa I sold recently for the same price. Like the other, this is as good as new, but a lot less expensive! Measures an exceptional 10" wide (5" each) x  90" long (that's 7.5 feet!!!).  Yeah, I know, I should just pick one name to call this piece, but it's versatile and can be worn a few different ways, so.. it's all these things! A genuine, stunning, luxurious, fluffy, soft, supple and lightweight sable measuring terrific 90" long and 9" wide as there are two boas loosely connected into one which allows it to be securely worn criss-crossed. You can secure the boas closer together so they have no gap between, or split into two boas (one for you, and one for your new best friend!). Each end has tails that are as soft as the rest of the fur.  The lining is velvet. The fur is in mint condition and so is the lining.  I am not certain of the origin of this sable, but it's indeed sable! It has a distinctive darker brown stripe down the center of each pelt, and Canadian sable is usually a bit lighter... but I can't confirm if this is Russian or Canadian sable... it's just great sable! :) When worn criss-crossed around the neck, it is long enough to graze the knees!!  This boa has the embroidered full name of "Marylouise Tandy", which may have been the Arts patron and newspaper publisher Marylouise Tandy Cowan, a Tulsa native who made her home in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. Activities included work at institutions ranging from the Philbrook Museum of Art to the Tulsa Town Hall. She served on the Americans for the Arts Policy Board and was Publisher of the Boothbay Register and Wiscasset Newspaper in Maine. If you want to remove her name, just replace the brown velvet ribbon on the other side.  Easily done.  Also Listed in the 1930-Today Category. $ 1,385. SOLD on LAYAWAY
SOLD		#5194 - c. 1960's Gorgeous Pastel Mink Coat with Lush Golden Sable Trim! I have to say first that this belt (obviously) is incorrect for the coat, but I wanted to show you the shape of this swingy hemline coat. There was a matching belt at one time, but no longer, so you will want to get your own light brown leather belt, or sash.   The belt loops are there. OK, now that that is out of the way, I can gush about the coat! :)  Pastel color mink with the fabulous (and expensive as you probably know) golden sable collar, cuffs and hemline.  And what a hemline!!!  Very "flippy"!  And the collar?  Check out the back when worn up... not that cheesy leather under, but more mink under the collar.  The sign of a great, well-made coat!  How do I know it's from the 1960's???  Well......   check out that interior lining!!!!!!!!!!!!  You can change it out for about $200-300, or, what the heck... go crazy and enjoy it! :)  The coat is currently at the furrier getting cleaned and glazed so it will look practically brand new (photographed prior to the glazing, so it will look a bit glossier). Wonderful condition!  This is one of those mink coats that is FABULOUS for a small (like me), petite woman as it won't overwhelm.   The sable on the cuffs can be lower if you want the sleeve length a bit longer, but perfect for me now at 5'2".  What size will this fit?  All depends what you wear under.  It's best for 0-6 sizes.  I'll measure more when it's returned from the furrier in a few days. Don't pass up this beauty!  I'd keep it myself if I didn't look lousy in light colors.  I need a black mink. So, lucky you! :)  The sable alone would cost this! :)  NEW LISTING! Also Listed in the 1930-Today Section. $ 1,195. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 0-6 (check measurements above)
SOLD on LAYAWAY		#5434 - c. 1920's Black Silk Velvet and Brocade Lame Evening Coat with Fur Trim!  First things first.... the coat is in Gorgeous condition...except for the fur which would need to be replaced (as it's totally shedding). What kind of fur it is is a question.... should be replaced with black fox for the right look, but as to what it is now??  Not sure. Sorry.  Anyway, doesn't matter, because it's all about the coat!  Great feeling black silk velvet upper and lower coat and then around the mid section is that awesome gold lame brocade in large floral design.  The coat's collar can be worn open or closed and high to give that very 1920s look.  Coat closes with one large button at the front hipline. Extreme wide batwing sleeves.  Fully lined.  No labels.  48" long from shoulder to hem.  Nearly impossible to measure otherwise, but will fit up to 46" hips! There is ever so slight (hardly seen) darkening of lame at back (tarnishing), but it's hardly even worth a mention.  Replacing fur is easy by a furrier, and you can easily find vintage furs for a song!  Use whatever appeals to you... even faux fur if you prefer.  A lovely gold lame and velvet 1920s coat!   Also Listed in the 1850-1920s Section. $ 895. SOLD on LAYAWAY Approx. - SIZE 8/10, perhaps 12 (check measurements above)
SOLD on LAYAWAY		#5195 - c. 1890 Victorian Coat of Bottle Green Wool and Soutache!  Wearable Size! One of the prettiest wool Victorian walking coats!!  The soutache is embroidered all down the front  and upper back, as well as on the back skirt and those fantastic sleeves!  Designed in a modified peacock feather design... especially on the skirt.  Short high neck, bustle gathered back, puffed upper sleeves of a matching heavy faille.  Fully lined in matching bottle green silk (still in quite good condition).  So now I have some good news and some bad news.  What do you want first... oh, perhaps I teased it above... this Victorian coat is in a rare wearable size (yea!), however, that's partly due to the fact that someone moved over some of the crochet ball buttons (see last photo to see the original location) and at some point in time there were some matching (but slightly darker) patches on the front (see close-up photos).  Very well done, but you can certainly see them.  So for the perfectionists it might be a problem, but for the rest of you, you will be thrilled to have a coat of this quality and fabulous look.  In addition, there are some minor moth nips, one of the buttons is missing, and has very minor wear of the silk lining.  You can see from the lining photo of the back neck that there used to be a black label on this coat.  Emile Pingat used a black label in this location and shape, and also used a similar peacock shape design on his 1891 mantle in the Opulent Era book, so let's just assume it's Pingat and go from there, eh?? :)  Who knows, this could be an incredible find!!  Measures: 32/33" bust, 25" underbust, 26" waist, 53" long from shoulder to hem.  The width of the back is usually the problem with these Victorian pieces, but this fits my back (I'm a slightly narrow-backed, very modern size 4 bust, size 0/2 waist, 33" bust, c/d cup). Also Listed in the 1850-1920s Section. $ 985. SOLD on LAYAWAY Approx. - SIZE 0-4 (check measurements above)
SOLD on LAYAWAY		#5439 - vintage Mahogany Mink Shrug /Cape /Stole!  This is an interesting shape!  Not quite a stole, not quite a shrug. but you have to call it a cape as it has the slits for the arms to come through.  Drapes over the shoulder (or off the shoulder) with the "stole" basically becoming the wide collar. Then there is a pouf at each elbow area which continues with that blouson around the back.  There is a label inside the "pocket" Fur Label Authority numbered A772929.  Pretty much a "one size fits all"... all depends how you want to wear it... more on, or more off the shoulder.   Excellent condition with the most extreme minor wear.  No initials (yea!) inside.  As you can see there is still a lovely sheen to the guard hairs.   Also Listed in the 1930-Today Section. $ 535. SOLD on LAYAWAY Approx. - One Size Fits All
SOLD on LAYAWAY		#5440 - vintage Julius Garfinkel & Co., Washington DC Gray Fox Stole!  Although this is a great 1930s style, It's likely a 1950s/1960s piece as it has the Fur Label Authority which wasn't used prior to 1951... so really doesn't matter... it's vintage either way! :)   As you can see, you can wear the huge fluffy collar up or down.  Excellent condition.  Gorgeous markings.  Just remember to act cold when you wear this so you won't have to take it off! :)  Has "non-pockets", you can just put your hands under the collar at the front.  There is one hook/eye at the very front at bottom, or you can just hold closed as a wrap.  There are easily removable monogram initials. There is a hidden label inside the "pocket" Fur Label Authority numbered H522756. Pretty much a "one size fits all"... this should work well even on Large size! Excellent condition.  $ 635. SOLD on LAYAWAY
SOLD		#6983 - c. late 1940's LILLI ANN, Paris "New Look" Gray Patterned Wool Coat!  Ah, Lilli Ann... in my opinion the best of the best of the era for tailored suits (OK, perhaps Balenciaga was a wee bit better) and coats! And then this (again my opinion) is the best Lilli Ann wool coat I've ever seen!  The shape is superb, the diamond pattered wool material imported from Paris, France is exquisite, and the construction is superb, and damn that bow at the back of the neck is just soooo sweet!! This coat was uniquely wonderful balloon sleeves. Fabulous diamond pattern of the wool.... giving it an almost quilted look.  Love the high lapelled collar... and has two pockets. Lined in the original russet. Give yourself a treat with a winter coat you are going to love to wear!  OR for any Lilli Ann collectors. Measures:  38" bust, up to 30" waist, 44" long from shoulder to hem.  Photographed with crinoline to show off the shape. Excellent condition with barely noticeable moth nips (no holes) on the skirt and back of collar... very hard to see! You'll never find a better winter coat... and compared to the new wool coats... well, there IS no comparison.  They just don't manufacture wool like this anymore!!  Also Listed in the 1930-Today Category. $ 785.  SOLD Approx. - SIZE 8, perhaps 10 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#6861 - c. 1908/1909 Gorgeous Pink Silk Embroidered Coat with Lace Trim!  I don't have to say anything, do I? I will just let you look at the photos.  If you are one of the smart ones... you will jump on this!  How many times do you see a pink silk  embroidered "Edwardian" coat in near mint condition????  This is short, but would have been worn over a long dress, giving a great look (I probably should have photographed it over a longer dress, but hey.... I figure you know just as much as I!).  The embroidery is quite 3-dimensional of lovely flowers, I believe they are lilies.  Love the original embroidered decorative buttons! Even the interior is lovely with the large embroidered pocket!! Excellent condition all around. Even the white lace at cuffs and neck. Measures:  34/35" bust, 42" long from shoulder to hem. You will LOVE this in person!  Also Listed in the 1850-1920s Category. $ 1,465.  SOLD Approx. - SIZE 4-6, perhaps 8 if you fit the bust (check measurements above)
SOLD		#5700 - c. 1908-1910 Duster Coat with Fashionable Black Silk Trim! These early duster coats are sought after by early motorcar enthusiasts as they are terrific to wear at the next antique car meet!  Especially if you happen to have an early Model T Ford! They were first produced in 1908, so this is perhaps the perfect duster coat for you!  And pretty to boot!  Linen and silk blend (likely) in linen color trimmed in black silk and goldtone buttons and trim on notched collar, patch pockets and turned over cuffs.  Gathered upper sleeve helps to date the coat.  The back has two 18" slits for ease of movement. Measures: up to 35" bust, 13" across the back (so if will be tight under the arms and across the back, so you will want to be small to fit!!), 51" long from shoulder to hem.  Can be worn to ground as you see, but will look perfectly acceptable shorter (with a long skirt under). As these go, Excellent condition... often they are very dirty, but this is quite clean with just the most minor dirt, some loss of the black silk at collar (see photos) and the buttons could be shined up a bit.  But what a nice coat!!!  Also Listed in the 1850-1920s Category. $ 350. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 2/4 (check measurements above)
SOLD on LAYAWAY		#7059 - c. Fall, 1972 NORELL Bone and Bone Checked Wool/Hair Coat!  From NORMAN NORELL's Final Collection  Donated to Museum from Gustave Tassell, President of Norman Norell, Inc.! Original Hang Tag from I. Magnin with $1,995. Price!!  What a find! First off, this coat was deaccessioned from a museum, and still has the museum tags which include a tag denoting the donor to be none other than Gustave Tassell, the designer who succeeded Norman Norell upon his death in October, 1972 as designer of the Norell label. In addition, this coat has the original hand written tape "Denise 925".  Now I had an exquisite Norell coat with a "Denise 920" tag in the past.  I have NO idea what this all means, but I'd love to find out if anyone out there has a clue!   Who, or what is Denise, and what do the numbers mean?  "Bueller, Bueller"???  I assume this could be a store sample tag??  Anyway, back to the coat... with all this documentation, and the fact that this coat is in Near Mint condition... it's an extremely collectable piece! Simple single breasted button front coat of solid color bone wool/hair fiber blend material (like a mohair) with a very deep (or wide) hem band, cuffs and wide collar of a bone and off-white checkerboard design.  Side seam pockets, and self sash tie.  Fully lined.  Measures:  38" bust, 43" long from shoulder to hem.  My last Norell sable trimmed and velvet coat (with the Denise 920 tape label) sold for $7500. This coat has the original I. Magnin hangtag that reads "Sample" and the original price as "Coat only $1995.00  So it's a STEAL at this price... as with inflation it would have sold for $10,400!!!   $ 2,285. SOLD on LAYAWAY Approx. - SIZE 6/8 (check measurements above)
SOLD on LAYAWAY		#5021 - c. 1990's YVES SAINT LAURENT (YSL) Rive Gauche, Made in Paris, France Heavyweight White Poplin "Spy" Trench Coat!  One trip to the cleaners (just for the most minor dusty dirt on the shoulder), and one trip to the cobbler (does anyone use that word any more???  OK, the shoe repairman) to find someone who can re-leather the buckles, or just replace the white leather buckles, and then you have a nearly perfect white heavyweight poplin Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche "Spy" Trenchcoat. I can just hear the museum from the original 1960's "The Avengers" TV show with the fabulous Emma Peel! Valentino and YSL are my two favorite designers of the late 20th C. This is just a basic wardrobe piece that you'll love to have in your closet.  And if you want to go "Emma", get some white vinyl boots and a black catsuit under! Price reflects the damage to the buckles.... though it still should be more than this! Hell... perhaps I should just keep this... but it's just slightly large on me.  Best for a size 8, or small 10.. depending what you wear under it. You know what I'm sayin'?  If you wear nothing under ;) ........  Oh, 42" long from shoulder to hem.  $ 235. SOLD on LAYAWAY Approx. - SIZE 8 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#6902 - c. IRENE Black Satin Evening Swing Coat!  You know.. Irene.. the famous MGM Hollywood costume designer! Yes, she designed some fabulous pieces for the most fashionable "regular" woman as well! So Please... I beg of you... don't wear your denim jacket over your dinner dress when you go out!!!! We NEED to learn to dress again...we NEED to stop looking like "shlameels" (the word my Mother used whenever she saw yet another women in sweats). The world is going to hell in a handbasket... and I figure it's all because we don't dress! We were so much more of a genteel world when nobody wanted to get their clothes messed up! Anyway... how would you like a great black satin evening coat?Late 50's to Early 60's with large one button front and bell sleeves. Nice tailoring detail at upper bustline and around to upper back. Practically one size fits all as it measures up to 48" bust, and yet looks great on me with 33" bust, and the mannequin with 35" bust.  44" long from shoulder to hem. The interior is as perfectly tailored as the exterior!  FINE goods. Excellent condition... with the only minor issue that the buttonhole could use tiding up. $ 425. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 4-12 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#6700 - c. 1960's PIERRE CARDIN Gray Wool Coat!  What is it about 1960s Pierre Cardin?  So many great pieces! I adore the cuffs on this coat and the seaming matching under the arms.  Genius.  Look at the additional photos to see the cuffs cuffed up rather than down... you can wear it either way.  Great back design as well.  Heavy wool.... like they don't seem to make anymore.  Lined in a vibrant yellow satin! Go ahead... flash whoever you want! :) Perfect elephant gray color wool with fun round black buttons.  Check out the back tabs holding on the matching sash tie.  You can wear the coat open at the collar or buttoned up as you see. Back slit. Excellent condition.   $ 745. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 6 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#9685 - c. 1960's House of Gold, Made in British Crown Colony, Hong Kong Black Jacquard Satin Beaded Evening Coat!  My goodness... this weights a TON! Slim straight shape coat of black satin covered from top to bottom in black beading with flower design. Large looped ribbon buttons down front and cuffs.  Large patch pleated pockets to front sides. Lapels are also beaded. Fully lined in black satin.  Excellent condition with just a few loose beads, but you won't miss them! Measures: 40-44" bust, but tight 15.5" across back between armseams, 53" long from shoulder to hem (with extra 5" of beading in hem), 13" underarm to cuff.  Works well on me at 5'2" as is... or can lengthen up to 5".   $ 365. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 10 / perhaps 12 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#4152 - c. 1950/60's Natural Fox Pocket Stole /Cape / Wrap / Bolero Length!  OK, I'm not actually sure which era this is from, but it's one of those rare fur shapes that looks correct when worn over a 1930s sexy, sultry gown without overpowering, to a 1940's suit, to a 1950's'/60's wiggle dress... and even looks perfect today for those of you tired of wrapping in a pashmina for evening!  A 4-tiered (one longer tier than most similar ones you see) natural Fox Pocket Stole/Cape/Bolero/Wrap (too many names for this!).  Whatever you call it, it is just gorgeous and ultra elegant!  Excellent quality.  Most likely Arctic Norwegian Fox... lush, full and silky. Natural fox, not dyed as the pelts have a deep pile with brown highlights and thick underfur.  Front small pockets lined with champagne satin.  The collar flips up, but it's satin under, so looks best down. Interior champagne silk lining embroidered Rita S.  I love the old monograms and imagining the life it had before me!  Excellent condition with just the front hook missing (the eye is there).  I'm sitting here right now typing this with this over my shoulders! :)  This is a heck of a lot nicer than a bathrobe! :)  Nice and warm.  Great bed jacket, eh?? :) You might want to leave this page up on your computer "by accident" so your boyfriend/husband sees it! :)  Unless he's one of those guys that never gets a hint. Measures: 21" long from neck to hem, 60" along the hemline, and approximate 17" from shoulder to shoulder (although it's hard to measure that). Size estimated as SMALL.  Also Listed in the 1930-Today Category. $ 365. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 2-8 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#5689 - c. 1920's John Wanamaker, New York, Paris, Philadelphia Black Crushed Velvet Coat with Soutache and Embroidery Trim! If you can just overlook the minor velvet baldness at the very edge of the front and on the cuffs... and the tearing of the lining at the upper back.. you will score yourself a heck of a great 1920's black crushed velvet coat trimmed in gorgeous black soutache and embroidery! The kind of coat you wish they still made today.  Elegant, with lots of "eye candy"! Since it's a wrap, it will fit many of you... all depends how you like a coat to look on you, and what you wear under! Remember 1920's items were always worn large!  I measure it as:  up to 43" bust, up to 43" waist, up to 48" hips, 52" long from shoulder to hem. SO, it you are seeking a 1920's coat... or heck, just a great coat to wear to attract attention on the street... this will do it, I promise!  The exterior wear is very minor and disappears because it just looks like more crushing.   The only thing you'll want to do is get that lining repaired or replaced and this will be your favorite winter coat! :)  $ 485.  SOLD Approx. - SIZE 8 - 12 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#9980a - c. 1960's Faux Spotted Cat 3/4 Length Coat with Matching Sash To Wear 4 Ways! If you are seeking faux furs, best to buy the vintage ones, as I really think they look much more close to the real thing!  This one is terrific!  Beside the great huge pockets at front and large notched collar to wear up or down... there are slits at the sides with the matching sash belt to wear 4 different ways.  No belt, Fully belted, Belted just at front with free back, or Belted just at back with free front!  The buttons are great too ... self covered with the same faux fur!  The exterior is nearly perfect, but the interior lining has discolorations and is ripped inside one sleeve (that will need patching).   However, unless you plan to wear this inside-out... do you really care that much?  Measures:  40" bust, 40" waist, 48" hips, 30" long from shoulder to hem.  Even though it's large measurements... it will still look good on a smaller size, especially belted.. as you can see, it's shown on a size 6 mannequin!!    $ 285. SOLD Approx. - SIZE SMALL - LARGE (check measurements above)
SOLD		#9613 - c. 1940's BETH SCHLANK Off-White Mink Jacket / Cape! Beth Schlank's husband was M.R. Schlank, movie producer in the 1920's-early 30's. He and his partner Harry Cohen made silent films, including "Webs of Steel" and "Sgt. Mulligan". MR's wife, Bess Wright, owned her own seamstress shop and was just as well-known as Edith Head for her marvelous designs! You can still see the work of Bess Wright Schlank at the Smithsonian Institute and periodically other museums around the country! Priced accordingly to honor the designer... and for the museum design quality. Not really a jacket as the "sleeves" are not really sleeves... they are long openings (actually interesting as it fits like a sling.. your elbows are cradled and your arm comes out the opening. You can also wear with your arms totally inside the cape. Triple swing back, wide "sleeves", and wonderful curved design at front bottom. A very wide 18"-20" across the back (hard to tell as there are no seams at back, and 22" across shoulders, 30" long from back neck to hem. As always, best to get a new used fur coat cleaned and glazed to look their best, however Excellent condition. $ 1,450. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 14/16ish (check measurements above)
SOLD		#9680 - c. 1970's PAULINE TRIGERE Black Wool Coat with Large Fox Tails Trim! GREAT SIZE! Are you totally bored with all the winter coats you've seen in the stores and on your friends? And you really don't want a complete fur coat - just too much for your area or your taste? Well... how about a great combination??? Classic black wool coat with interesting tailoring - what else would you expect from Pauline Trigere - but then she added a medium sized black fox collar and then... 8 good sized black fox tails that are attached only at the tops, so they move a bit as you move. Gives that old world Hollywood look in a modern-feel coat. Measures: up to 45" bust! 48" long from shoulder to hem. Love the slightly puffed shoulders which is so modern today! Excellent condition... the fur could use a glazing. Great price on a great coat! $ 395. SOLD Approx. - Size 12-16 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#9679 - c. 1970's HANAE MORI, Paris Wool Heather Tweed Plaid Coat! Do you like bathrobes? Is that your idea of luxury? Well.. if so.. here's a great winter coat for you.. wraps you like a bathrobe... no buttons, no zippers, no closures.. just find a belt if you like (I cheated and threw on a black belt and then colored it!.. so please note, it doesn't come with a belt)... or wear open with your great cranberry sweater, skirt and great boots under! Eye-catching large plaid in a cranberry tweed wool with black and barely light green and white lines running through. Cuffed sleeves. Unique ruffled collar turns to show the unlined interior Missoni looking wool tweed. Perhaps I should stop trying to explain this coat.. the photos will tell the story better than I am! So instead... I'll just give you a bit of info on Hanae Mori (for those of you who don't know)... Hanae Mori creatd her first collection of ready-to-wear designs in NY in 1965, shortly after opened a boutique in Tokyo, and in 1977 she became the first and only Japanese member of the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture, the governing body of French fashion. She retired in 2004, yet it seems her label will live on. Also Listed in 1930-Today Category. $ 365. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 8 (check measurements above)
FROM the DUPONT ESTATE SOLD		#9474 - c. 1960's MAURICE RENTNER ORIGINAL Red Plaid Wool Coat! You might know the Maurice Rentner name since this is where Bill Blass got his big break in his career as "Bill Blass for Maurice Renter". So I wonder if perhaps this was actually designed by Mr. Blass prior to his name appearing on the label. If so... it's one of the earliest Bill Blass pieces you will find. Bill bought Maurice Rentner in 1970 and renamed it "Bill Blass". Great red and black plaid wool double-breasted coat with self-covered buttons and large notched collar. Fully lined in black satin. Measures: up to 40" bust, up to 44" hips, 42" long from shoulder to hem, 16" across back between armseams. Excellent condition with just some minor pulls in the fabric. Not a big deal. Under $150, so final sale. $ 145. SOLD Approx: - SIZE 10/12 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#9934 - c. 1920's Black Satin Flapper Coat with Monkey Fur Trim! Oh my... have you seen Marilyn Monroe in "The Some Like it Hot" in the scene at the train station? This coat gives you that same look - just a bit less fluffy!  Just carry around a ukulele case! :) Check out the movie trailer at:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vo10W9sSis0  Please note, this is Colubus monkey which is not endangered. For those of you who understand antique and vintage fashion, you will understand the monkey fur.  For those of you who don't... please understand that I am not making any political statement about furs so please don't write me!  I just sell antique and vintage fashions, and this is part of our history. Actually, today, the greatest threat to their continued existence comes from loss of habitat when forests are cut down, not the fur trade!  Back to the coat... Lovely wide and heavily piped striped detailing at cuffs, down front and back.  High collared neckline as was the fashion of the time. Measures: 34" bust (leaving the button where it is... but if button is moved, you can go up to perhaps a 37" bust), 43" long from shoulder to hem.  There are no buttons at the waist, and no marks where they might have been... hmmm. Perhaps the owner preferred to wear tied closed.  A rare piece from the 20's!  The condition is very good, though there are extreme minor satin bruises at hemline, one side, and one spot at upper bust (covered when worn).  And wear of the fur at the back cuff.  Really little to mention.  The only issue that will need addressing is that due to a bit of drying, there is a row where the fur is coming unattached (second tier of hem).  Would just need a furrier to resew.  Not bad.  Black silk lining is excellent.   $ 885.  SOLD Approx. - SIZE 4-8 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#4572 - c. 1940's Weinberger's Metallic Braiding and Beaded Boucle Wool Evening Coat! You don't need to wait for an evening event to wear this coat... as long as you don't mind being the best dressed woman around! Especially great for those of you who live in Northern walking cities where outerwear is the most important fashion garment. Heads will turn. You'll be stopped on the street by a fashion magazine photographer who will want your permission to profile you in the next issue. You will be discovered by an agent, and asked to audition for television shows, and you'll be cast as the next "Desperate Housewife". You'll win an Emmy. Then go on to be the first woman to gross $25 million per film. And finally the Oscar and a star on the walk of fame. All that from one coat!!!! :) I can't promise all this.. all I can promise is that you will love your glamorous new coat. A boucle wool, full length with great sweep, wide 40's shoulders, shawl collar and gold metallic braiding with beads and pearls which wraps around from front to back waist.. and even under the collar so you can wear it up in Cossack style. Fully lined in rich gold satin. Measures: 36-38" bust, up to 32" waist, 58" long from shoulder to hem, 15" across back between armseams, 18" across shoulders. Excellent condition! Near mint! Closes only with two hooks at waist. You can move them a bit if necessary. $ 1,245.  SOLD Approx. - Size approx. 6/8, perhaps 10 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#4089 - c. 1980's Emerald Green Mouton Plush Faux Fur Bolero Jacket! LARGE SIZE! Rich Deep Emerald Green Color and plush hand.. Wear it for dressy nights or pair it with your favorite jeans and western boots. So versatile. This will never go out of style. Excellent Condition. Fully lined in satin. Measures: up to 42/43" bust, up to 38" at waist, 23" across back, 18" long from back neck to hem, 21" sleeves with 3" folded cuffs. Has two slash pockets. FABULOUS!!!! $ 145. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 14-18?? (check measurements above)
SOLD		#9986 - c. 1926/1927 EXTRAORDINARILY RARE ATTRIBUTED TO JEANNE LANVIN Ivory Silk Evening Coat with Fur Collar Lined in Brown Silk Velvet! This fabulous piece just came to me "out of the blue" from the descendant of a wealthy woman who travelled in only the best circles.  The family oral history is that this coat was a "runway" piece from Jeanne Lanvin's Parisian Couture house. My expert fashion historian dated it to likely Winter 1927 due to the bell-bottomed sleeves (introduced in 1926 - but at the height of fashion in the Autumn/Winter collections of 1927, when couturiers used all their design ingenuity in finding clever dressmaker details, and decorative treatments, to emphasize these flaired, wide-bottomed sleeves.  Certainly, the extraordinary cartridge-pleating on this coat qualifies as a "clever dressmaker detail."  The placement of this decoration, both to emphasize the width of the sleeve and to suggest a slight flare toward the hem of the garment, reinforces this probability.   The quality of the materials, and the craftsmanship, do suggest that this is real couture, missing label notwithstanding.  In the Fall of 1927, both Doeuillet and Martial & Armand showed coats that vaguely resemble this one, but while there are no specific "designerisms," to verify the Lanvin attribution, there is also no compelling reason to doubt the family tradition that it is, indeed, by Lanvin.  This MAY be a "one of a kind" sample, and if so... it's certainly extremely rare!  The exterior is ivory silk tightly gathered into the "feather" scalloped edged design in the bell sleeves and stepped sides and back.  The interior is completely lined in a brown silk velvet. The large collar worn as you see or high and tight (as often seen in the 1920s) is a brown silky fur (not sure what).  There are no closures on the coat.. it just stays open as you see, or use a brooch to close... the fashion etchings from that era just show coats held closed when wrapped.  It's quite small... as shown on the size 2 mannequin, it really should wrap a slight bit more... so it's better for a size 0 today.   The condition is very good... Excellent in the structure and the detailing, but the plain ivory silk has large waterspots (light, but they are there) in the front (see photos)... and age spotting on the inside (not seen) under the velvet lining. This is really a coat for a collection or museum as it's SO special!   Or certainly if you have a Lanvin retrospective ball to attend....  well, this should be one of the highlights of that evening!  A RARE DESIGNER 1920s COAT!  $ 5,000. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 0 (check measurements above
SOLD		#3156 - RARE c. early 1960's Labeled HUBERT de GIVENCHY - PARIS Lime Green Wool Tie Coat! You know that people call everything "Audrey", but they are usually stretching the definition (including myself!). However, this IS "Audrey" as it was designed by Audrey Hepburn's favorite designer, Hubert de Givenchy. Yes, he was the one who designed many of her famous movie gowns, as well as her personal wardrobe. Givenchy started working in 1945 for Jacques Fath and continued under Robert Piguet, Lucien Lelong, and Schaiparelli, with Balenciaga for his mentor. He opened his own house in 1952. Rare today (at least rare for me!) to find the Hubert de Givenchy labeled garments....this wonderful feeling soft wool (likely a cashmere blend) coat highlight's Givenchy's more simple yet colorful "architectural" style of the late 50's, early 60's. Has high empire waist and ties through two button holes in the front for closure. Swing slits in front and in back, make this a unique piece. Lined in green silk. Perfectly tailored with top stitching design. 3/4 length sleeves. 36" length. 16" sleeves. 15" across back at waist point. Excellent condition!!! Museum Quality! $ 1,465.  SOLD Approx. - SIZE 6 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#9933 - c. Autumn-Winter 1963 CHRISTIAN DIOR, PARIS COUTURE NUMBERED and DATED Coat!  Wow!  Step back into the past - and arrive back to 1963 in style in this vintage Christian Dior Couture Coat!!  Awesome funnel neck, 7/8 length sleeve, checked mohair,  "Jackie-O" coat  (eerily dated at exactly the time of President Kennedy's death of Nov. 22, 1963). Simple, yet classic tan and bone checked mohair.  Nice raglan seaming at the armholes.  Great neck!! Fully lined. Excellent condition with just some scratching of the wooden round buttons. The label shows some age, but the exterior coat does not. Measures: 44" bust and waist, up to 49" hips, 41" long from shoulder to hem.   $ 985. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 6-10 (depending what you wear under and how large you like your coats) (check measurements above)
SOLD on LAYAWAY		#9616 - c. mid-1960's REVILLON, Paris, New York of Saks Fifth Avenue Real Sable Fur Coat! Yup... the real thing.. a vintage sable fur coat!  This came from an estate of the finest clothing including Balenciaga dresses and Hermes Alligator purses.  No surprise that she would have had 3, yes 3 Sable Furs... I've already sold her 1980's Russian Sable Jacket and her 1950's Sable Capelet... not to mention her plain little Mink coat. This coat SO evokes the 1960's with the horizontal pelt design.  If you search through the old Vogues of that era you will see what I mean.   Originally this coat had a paperthin chiffon lining OVER the satin lining.  That chiffon has gone, but the good news is that that means that the satin lining is "like new".  The only remnants of the chiffon are at the embroidered name inside. The exterior of the coat is in Very good condition.  There is some minor wear where you might expect it to be, but still... unless you want to pay $20,000+ for a new sable coat... you won't hardly notice any issues.  The fit of this coat is really the only thing to mention.  It's a 1960's fit which means small in the shoulders.  That was the cut of the time.  Try on a few 60s coats and you will see what I mean.  You can belt (as you see - belt no included - just for show), or wear without.  $ 2,500. SOLD on LAYAWAY Approx. - SIZE 4/6 (small shoulders/back)
SOLD		#5631 - c. vintage Real Sable Fur Long Boa or Scarf!  Over 8 FEET long!  As good as new, but a lot less expensive! Measures an exceptional 7" wide x  98" long (that's over 8 feet!!!).  Wear it however you like.  I've shown a few suggestions.  Or just lay it on your bed and let your cat or dog sleep in the lap of luxury!! :)  I see another vintage sable scarf listed on an estate fur website for "appraisal $15,000, selling for $2,500" and that one is LINED so you only get one side of fur ...  Not this one!!! This is sable on both sides!!  You won't see anything but fur no matter how you wear it!!  Sable is one of the most (if not the most) expensive furs... and there is a good reason... it's gorgeous and wonderfully soft.  Likely Russian as it has the darker markings. Note: I sharpened the photos so you can see the detail or the lighter guard hairs, but in doing that, the fur doesn't look as beautifully soft as it will in person... look at the last photo in the additional photos! :)  $ 1,485. SOLD
SOLD on LAYAWAY		#9984 - c. 1960's REAL ERMINE Fur Capelet!  Ooh SO Soft!! OK, sure you can buy yourself a mink stole, or you can buy what used to only be worn by royalty... white winter ermine!  Sometimes people will confuse white mink with ermine... but it's very different.  And ermine is the wealthier fur! Lovely cape in great condition which can be worn as you see at the left, or wrapped a bit tighter (see other photos). Has a group of black tipped ermine tails at the front.  Fully lined. Excellent condition.  You will find a few tiny yellowish spots (see photos) in the fur just prove that it is indeed Genuine Ermine and not dyed!  If you want to feel like a Royal Princess....(not the cruise liner, but the fairytale kind)... this is for you! $ 565. SOLD Approx. - SIZE small best
SOLD		#4753 - c. 1910-1912 Lavender Embroidered Double-Breasted Silk/Linen Coat! Love those Edwardian duster coats, but usually find them too boring?? This should entice you and get you salivating! What a color!!  A light lavender or a light lavender hued gray, either would be correct.... whatever you call the color it's rare.  Then to top it off, it's anything but bland!! Exquisite Chinese satin stitch embroidery on collar and cuffs, and down skirt sides and wrapped over shoulders to the remarkably embroidered entire upper back!  Even the eight self-covered buttons are embroidered!  Measures: up to 38" (though due to smallish back, probably best for a 34-36") bust, up to 36" waist, up to 48" hips, 50" long from shoulder to hem.  Wasn't meant to skim the ground as you see, but would have let the dress skirt peek out the bottom.  Excellent condition except for minor fading at the top of the shoulders/sleeves (see photos), the extreme minor wear at embroidery on edge of cuff, and the one tiny, tiny hole at the front (see photos).  That hole is backed in material, so it doesn't show anything through.  The coat is summer weight, so was never lined.  Any issues are minor.  Has pockets at sides. The coat is something you could easily wear for years to come, and still look great for another 100 years! :)   Or if you have a Model-T Ford you will NEED this high-class duster coat to show up your friends at the next antique automobile meet!  $ 945. SOLD Approx. - SIZE 6-10 (up to 36" bust best) (check measurements above)
SOLD		#4623 - c. 1960 PHILIPPE VENET Ivory Spring Coat owned by The Baroness Hubert Von Pantz! Come on... really now... haven't you always secretly wanted to become a Baroness? Well.. even if you don't have the entire package.. now at least you can have a Baroness' coat! Yup.. directly from a museum collection, with the previous owner's name, Baroness Hubert Von Pantz, attached on a tag. I have little information about her, though Google calls her "Avon Products Terry McConnell", who married the Baron Hubert Von Pantz... who previously was perhaps best known for his affair with Coco Chanel!!!! The Baron was also known for creating "The Mittersell Schloss", from an ancient castle in Salzburg.... a resort for wealthy and aristocratic celebrities such as William Randolph Hearst, Bob Hope, Bing Crosby, Duke and Duchess of Windsor, and Clark Gable. So... although this coat looks like it was never worn.. obviously the Baroness was only going to buy the best! Excellent condition, like new. Very expensive detailing, rhinestone buttons, finest fine light ivory spring-weight wool, flap back, fully lined. Even the great Givenchy in his Tribute to Timelessness is quoted as saying "Philippe Venet is a fine example of a couturier who just goes quietly on making the kind of clothes most normal women would love to wear". Never more true than with this perfect coat! $ 545. SOLD Approx. - Size 6/8 (check measurements above)
SOLD		#4587 - c. 1950's Long Natural Mahogany Mink Scarf!  I'm not really sure if this is from the 50's, but I'm just assuming since in the 60's, most women were wearing the shorter mink stoles.  Fabulous dark rich mahogany mink.  Not dyed as you can see all the subtle shadings of black, brown and red in the fur... all depending on the light and the angle! I'm showing the long scarf worn in a variety of ways... I'm sure you can figure out more! Even down the back!  There is the opening at one end to pull through  the other end as you wish!  Excellent condition.  You are seeing the light hitting the silver guard hairs in the photos... but there are no issues!  Lined in black jacquard silk with no monogram or anything. Measures:  80" long by 13" wide at the widest. $ 365. SOLD
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