Emanuel Ungaro

In the midst of the cruise season you might find your ship making a stop in the Mediterranean or somewhere along the north coast of Africa. You could opt to buy an authentic caftan in a souk market place, which I think is a fabulous idea, or just in case you don't see one you like you can take one with you. An even more fabulous idea!

So take along for the ride this Emanuel Ungaro Paris Boutique, late 70s, Persian style hostess gown. It is decorated with hand-painted detailing and takes simple elegance to another level with some easy sandals and gorgeous ethnic jewels.

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Loris Azzaro

Becoming a princess is no easy feat. First you have to find a prince who is not married. Then you have to charm and woo the the King and Queen, his parent. Sure the father could be a walk over, but the daunting prospect of a mother-in-law, the power behind the thrown, that can wield what ever she pleases upon your every move and soul is a pretty scary future.

So scratch the marriage idea and instead try the Azzaro idea. At least for us at Decades we do our best to make a princess out of you every day.
This little dress from Loris Azzaro is just the ticket to make you feel like a princess whether you are marrying a prince or simply a princess yourself.

Loris Azzaro, 80s, Turquoise, chiffon gathered bustier cocktail dress with princess cut bust line and ruched bodice atop a three tiered skirt.

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Ossie Clark

With Spring upon us, the weather ever changing, is unpredictable and your wardrobe is too. That said, you should take a page out of Hillary Swank's book and plan for cold weather with long sleeves and a long hem-line in a light fabric that will let you be comfortable.

Ossie Clark, famous for his collaborative efforts with wife Celia Birtwell, was not a slave to prints,and with this brown moss crepe dress quintessential Ossie style is kept alive and well.

Ossie Clark for Radley, milk chocolate moss crepe dress full length iconic gown. 70s. SOLD

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Herve Leger LBD

You may think a dress makes the lady, but its going to take a whole lot of lady to make these dresses. Sassy and sexy both these little ditties are going to keep your dancing all night long. Think Miami heat with a little bit of Parisian Couture.

Figure hugging and sultry, it's what you have come to expect from Leger.

Herve Leger, early 90s, black bandage style dress with criss cross straps. SOLD

Herve Leger, early 90s, Black mini-dress with spaghetti strapped dress and showgirl style fringe. Shake it sister. SOLD

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Black is back and there is no other way to do it than in style. Think drama, thing excitement, think about the dress below.

An Anonymous, 80s, Italian made chiffon cocktail dress. One shoulder gathered dress with a pleated bust and a draped chiffon sleeved trimmed in lace. It is closest to a contemporary size 2. SOLD

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KJL for Avon

A dramatic black gown deserves a dramatic piece of costume jewellery. Or even find jewels work but for right now let's not get ahead of ourselves. Bright, colorful, playful and certainly youthful, this KJL for Avon double tiered necklace is purely a fun piece to own particularly if you consider yourself a KJL or Kenneth Lane collector. You are not going to find this one in the new collections.

KJL for Avon, 70s Red, Green and Blue dramatic glass necklace. SOLD

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Kenneth Lane Necklace

It's not even the end of January and I already hear talk of plans to winter in Africa at the end of this year. Kenya and Egypt have both been discussed and as such I though it appropriate to find a few pieces that are suited to those particular climes with ease and relevance.

This, 70s, hammered gold coin on wooden bead necklace signed Kenneth Lane is perfect for the equator climates and indigenous artisan vibes. Three tiers of coins sit one on top of the other shining brilliantly as a nest of color and diffracted light on your chest.

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