NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION: GO BOTTOM LESS

Maybe we should change the title of this post, but regretably, if one trend emerged in 2007, it was a flash of the crotch. Seriously, is there a tween star who didn't show the world her private parts? Well, this posting is for you...for the stars who got DUIs (albeit DUIs issued to underage drivers!); the stars who went to rehab and rehabbed again and again; the stars who got pregnant and had a guessing game as to whom their baby's daddy was; but really it's about the stars who managed to exit every taxi, town car, limo, SUV, and Prius, and managed to show us where the sun don't shine and how often they see their bikini waxer. We thank you stars of tomorrow. Who from this batch of supreme talent will be the next Marilyn Monroe, Rita Hayworth, or Grace Kelly?

If we seem a bit sarcastic, a bit too dry, and bit bitter, forgive us. May the three tops below remind you of glamour. If you want to end up in US Magazine, simply where the Yves Saint Laurent, Valentino, or Versace with no bottoms and no panties. Britney Spears this is for you, sweet spirit!
Yves Saint Laurent black velvet tunic with jeweled cuffs. SOLD
Valentino Boutique late 70s scoop tunic with emroidered Roman God motif in cashmere. Jeweled on both front and back, as well as sleeves. Modern 4 -6 SOLD
Gianni Versace iconic late 1980s fetish bondage bodysuit with criss cross leather straps with jeweled buckles. Marked size 40. Modern 4 - 6 SOLD

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THE POWER OF V

Are you a lady who lunches? Are you a lady who is a mind sticker? (What are we talking about? Click here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDBJ2ktSZpI) Or, are you a lady who marches to the drum of her own beat? Well, whatever lady you are , you probably have a soft spot for both Valentino and Versace. Italian fashion is synonymous with the power of V. The power of Italian forces Valentino and Versace. Here are three eclectic examples to satiate the many fashion personalities of our beloved clients. We particularly like mind stickers!!!
Valentino Couture c 80s black crepe strong shoulder cocktail dress with velvet insert at waist. Very petite size 2 SOLD

Gianni Versace designed signature gold and black scarf print silk dress c 90s with beaded straps. Marked size 42, modern size 6 SOLD
Gianni Versace high waist jodhpur style suede pants with drop crotch c early 80s DEADSTOCK and unworn. Marked size 38, modern size 4 SOLD

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Gianni Versace Megapost!

It's been ten years since the tragic passing of Italian designer Gianni Versace. While his namesake label is beginning to attract accolades from editors once more, we think nothing can compare to the energy and raw sex appeal that made Gianni's own designs so unique. Pictured below are six iconic Versace dresses from the 1980s and 1990s--be sure to search our archive to see our full collection.

Gianni Versace Couture Billowy Checkerboard Bustier Dress with Floral Pattern, c. early 1990s. Marked size 42, fits a contemporary size 4 to 6. SOLD

Gianni Versace Couture Black Wool Cocktail Dress with Checkerboard Beading at the Bust, c. early 1990s. Fits a contemporary size 4 to 6. SOLD


Gianni Versace Couture Lilac Jersey Cocktail Dress with Medusa Emblem Straps, c. early 1990s. Marked size 6, fits a contemporary size 4 to 6.

Gianni Versace Couture Lime Jersey Shift Dress with Sheer Celestial Cutout Pattern, c. early 1990s. Fits a contemporary size 4 to 6.

Gianni Versace Couture Black Wool Scoop-Neck Minidress with Bubblegum/Chartreuse Panel, c. early 1990s. Fits a contemporary size 4 to 6. SOLD

Gianni Versace Couture Scarlet Wool One-Shoulder Dress with Green/Blue Color Block Detail, c. early 1990s. Fits a contemporary size 4 to 6. SOLD

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JUNE WEDDING 11TH HOUR DRESS ALERT!

Many of the Decades blog readers are jetting around the planet attending weddings this month. Some of our readers are certainly the bride-to-be, and a smaller percentage of those readers are bride-to-be-without a DRESS! Frankly, wedding dresses can be a real bummer and a tremendously emotional purchase that the bride might wear 5 hours in her lifetime. We suggest this Gianni Versace 90s corseted gown as an option. It's white-ish, so it fits in with the virginal bride theme, but it's glam and sexy and totally appropriate to wear on the red carpet to a premiere (we like to think that most of our blog readers are actresses likely to get nominated for an Oscar next February-- just a bit optimistic about the artistic talents of all our readers!). Now, if you are not a bride-to-be or your are looking to be a bride or just want to look hot, this is a dress for you, too. White and cream have become very popular as an evening gown color option...it's not just for brides anymore. The silk satin corset details are really cool on this dress, but it's a wee bit tight on our size 4 mannequin, so we need a petite 4 to take this one home. Bride or not, this one's a winner.

Gianni Versace Couture cream corset detail gown c 90s.SOLD

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GIANNI VERSACE ATELIER, BEFORE WE VACATION

Happy Memorial Day Weekend. We hope our blog readers enjoy the extended holiday and we intend to, too. However, DECADES will be open on Monday. In the meanwhile, we posted like crazy on the blog today and plan to take a breather for a week and remind our readers to read the past entries. Unfortunately, not EVERY blog entry sells the day it posts...sometimes it takes a few weeks, months, or a year to find the right home, so shuffle through old entries or search for a specific designer via the upper left hand corner SEARCH function.

Until we meet again, feast your eyes on a Gianni Versace Atelier two-fer. We love two-fers because you get two pieces for the price of one! Yes, ladies and gentlemen, this ensemble comes with a jersey studded, cap sleeve top AND a Greek scroll pattern trim skirt. Wear the top with slip pants, the skirt with a tank, wear together and work the runway.

Gianni Versace Atelier 80s black jersey with stud ensemble. Will fit 4 to 6 SOLD

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Gianni by Gianni 90s HITS

How to make a dramatic entrance? Follow Gianni Versace circa his glamorous 90s hey-day and see below:
Gianni Versace 90s terra cotta leather cut out and layered chiffon crystal encrusted gown labeled size 38. SOLD

Gianni Versace 90s lilac jersey with lilac criss-cross embroidered straps size 4 SOLD

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Gianni by Gianni

Did Christy or Naomi wear this? We love the feminine silk scarf print juxtaposed with a sexy strapless bustier dress. Gianni we LOVE you...it's a great moment to celebrate his glorification of the female form.
Gianni Versace scarf print bustier cocktail dress c early 90s marked size 42, contemporary 4-6 SOLD

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Gianni Versace Draped top

Quite demure for the Versace of the 80s we are used to seeing this top is a very interesting piece of clothing. It has a very Grecian feel to is as though someone cropped a full length toga at the waist and made a top of it. A criss cross design of blue and taupe draped from a cotton band that sits on the shoulders there is also somewhat of a nautical feel to the shape and depth of the collar.

Gianni Versace, 80s, Blue and Taupe silk top with black cotton band boat neck collar. Size 4-6 contemporary US sizing. SOLD

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