Living in a Zandra Moment, Part 1

For twenty years, Zandra Rhodes' feathery, Bohemian-influenced dresses were some of the fashion world's best-kept secrets--the superior fabrication, design, and unique prints made both vintage and contemporary pieces highly collectable. But when the New York Times is singing your praises, as they did in this very excellent piece last month, word tends to get around.


Decades just received a trunkload of zany Zandra's best work, and we're sharing it with you this week in two huge posts! The blue deep V-neck kimono pictured below is ornately beaded and decorated in pink and mocha tribal elements, but it's the satin cumberbund that really wows us. For a louder Zandra statement, you might like the day dress beneath it--this time, in darker blue, the print really dominates the dress in vivid black and fern. Looking for something simple and understated? The third dress in our installment is a simple and chic nymph dress, similar in style to this dress posted last month.


Zandra Rhodes Aquamarine Beaded Chiffon Kimono with Mocha and Pink Pattern, c. 1970s. Fits a contemporary size 4. SOLD

Zandra Rhodes Cobalt Blue Beaded Chiffon Day Dress with Wild Black and Fern Print, c. 1970s. Fits a contemporary size 4 to 6.


Zandra Rhodes Aquamarine Chiffon Nymph Dress with Draped Back, c. 1970s. Fits a contemporary size 4 to 6.

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Living In A Zandra Moment, Part 2

Here's Part 2 of our Zandra Rhodes collection! The first item, a sky blue and seafoam day dress, features a long train that doubles back and ties around the waist with an oversized marigold satin ribbon. It's also ornately beaded at the seams and adorned with a tribal pattern. The second dress certainly constitutes a descent from the traditional Zandra Rhodes fare--it's strapless party dress with optional halter neck! Check out the ornamental tassels and beaded applique, it's pretty nifty. Finally, a whimsical long sleeve white country dress with vivid rose and amaranth detail that's perfect for any age.

Zandra Rhodes Sky Blue and Seafoam Chiffon Beaded Day Dress, c. 1970s. Fits a contemporary size 4 to 6. SOLD

Zandra Rhodes Beaded Pastel Halter Dress in Chiffon and Satin, c. 1970s. Fits a contemporary size 4 to 6. SOLD

Zandra Rhodes Longsleeve Chiffon White, Rose, and Amaranth Country Dress with Beading, c. 1970s. Fits a contemporary size 4 to 6. SOLD

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ZANY FOR ZANDRA, AGAIN

When it rains, it pours, and right now we are lucky with great Zandra Rhodes dresses that are imminently wearable and wonderful to rediscover. But what do you do with a drop waist dress that some might think would only look great on a super model? Well, you blouse it and turn into a tunic with a simple belt!

With the option below you really get two dresses: the drop waist version AND when bloused, you have a fantastic nymph-friendly tunic straight out of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. (Technically, you really, really do get two dresses: the chiffon drop waist dress which is accompanied by a jersey slip dress, which could be worn independent of the chiffon dress, too). Imagine the drop waist with heels, but when worn as a tunic with flats. You could take this into fall with tights and we might even suggest a pair of boots for someone not afraid to make a bold statement. However, if you are even considering a Zandra Rhodes dress, then we think you have the confidence to wear this dress in a multitude of ways. Like all Decades clients, you are a fashion setter, not follower.




Zandra Rhodes early 80s drop waist black chiffon dress with pearl trim and net neckline Marked UK10/US8 Modern size 6-8. Accompanied by a Zandra Rhodes jersey slip dress, pictured underneath the painted chiffon dress. SOLD

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ZANDRA WITH A "Z"

On August 17th in The New York Times, Ruth LaFerla profiled the extraordinary Zandra Rhodes and commented on her continued influence on contemporary fashion. A great Zandra is a piece of art and truly these two exceptional designs from around 1981 are delicious examples that also happen to be sexy and timeless.


Zandra Rhodes red chiffon star burst pattern with signature pearl trim empire waist gown marked UK10/US8. Flutter sleeve with handkerchief hemline. c 1981 Fits a contemporary 4 - 8 (cummerbund waist can be taken in depending on your size)

Zandra Rhodes exceptional black chiffon backless halter gown with corded round neck, zig zag collar and black jersey under slip. Signature pearl trim detail and iridescent applique. SOLD

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FLOWER POWER

Spring is here and sexy and flirty day dresses are a fantastic staple that can be dressed down with flip flops or dressed-up with a strappy sandal. I mean, if you are going to Cannes this month, and you have all those press calls and lunches with publicists and journalists, these dresses are imperative to keep you looking sharp on the Croisette.

Zandra Rhodes 70s silk print belted ruffle dress. Size 4 - 6 SOLD
Emanuel Ungaro Haute Couture black silk background with floral print ruffle day dress c early 80s Modern size 4 - 6 SOLD

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Zandra is the Wind beneath my wings.

I'll say, and with this little tunic number from Zandra Rhodes you too can have the wind beneath your wings any day of the week you want. No matter what the weather man tells you.

Easy, chic, comfortable and timeless, throw it on at the beach or just hanging out around town in the spring.

Zandra Rhodes, 70s red print chiffon caftan tunic. SOLD

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