Giorgio Sant Angelo

I know at least here in LA, all you music lovers have already begun thinking about your Coachella outfits, where you will be staying and which parties you are going to attend. I also know that you all all know about the high stakes fashion competition that is the VIP lounge at Coachella. That said you don't want to be the one strolling around in your American Apparel shiny tights and tees. You want to be the one strutting in vintage glamorous clothing appropriate for a music festival but still fashionable.

So take in your weekender this Giorgio Sant Angelo, 70s, folkloric mixed media and print sun dress. With full bell sleeves and sweeping skirt this is hippie child at its best! The chest is open and sexy, but tie a flower in your hair and some adorable leather sandals and you go from sex-pot to beauty in the sun just like that. Sized as a contemporary 4 US. SOLD

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Gianni Versace

Once, in the early to mid 1990s you found yourself contemplating the mid to late 1980s and decided that you wanted to relive those fabulous days of big hair, bright colors and lots and lots of mistakes. But you wanted to do it right, and that means with a touch of class and a touch of Versace. From the early 1990s.

Well girls just want to have fun and that is all you will be having in this little dress. Lots and lots of fun. There is no doubt about it that you will cause a commotion whenever you decide to wear it. You can make it more festive with the optional floral print petticoat or you can make it simpler by removing it.

Gianni Versace Couture, early 90s, mixed media and textile printed mini dress. Mini powder blue bows adorn the corset bodice, and a the optional floral print petticoat is summery fun. Gingham and plaid, men's suiting patterns become feminine and sexy when Versace touches them. A contemporary size 4 equivalent. SOLD

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The style of Halston is unmistakable and ever triumphant in its drapery and construction of the garment. Attempting to replicate his style has been the goal of many designer at many different times since his mark on fashion was made indelible.

Even though it is Anonymous, this fire engine red gown comes close to the look that is Halston.

Anonymous, 70s, Red jersey halter gown with gathered back detail and swooping wrap wings to be worn in a variety of ways. SOLD

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Rudi Gernreich

For some poeple it is quite an ordeal to don a turtleneck let alone a turtleneck dress. With such acreage covered with fabric you have to be careful of your silhouette and your chest. The trick is to remove fabric elsewhere.

In the case below, the back is opened the sleeves removed and the fabric light and jersey. With a shawl to keep warm if the temperature drops this is elegant Rudi.
Rudi Gernreich, 1971, Black jersey column turtleneck dress with large crystal buttons on back of nexk and train detail. SOLD


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Saks Fifth Avenue Gown

For a touch of old school glamour with some Classic Hollywood in the mix, I suggest staying clean and simple with this nautically inspired full length gown. With just a touch of flounce in the hem and the soft color of white with the contrasted navy this is one of those gowns that you can wear in the summer to a Charity event or even to a less formal event with a little cardigan to tone down the glamour.

Saks Fifth Avenue, 70s, Midnight navy and white color block gown with crystal detailed bust.

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Saks Fifth Avenue

Keeping the vibe on the light side this dainty chiffon dress from Saks is dramatic and care-free. The woven lame adds a touch of Studio 54 and the cut and flow, a touch of St. Tropez.

Saks Fifth Avenue, 70s, Gold lame woven pattern chiffon tiered dress. SOLD

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Helga 70s Goddess Gown

What can I tell you, I have feeling a little fabulous lately and so I am smitten with fabulous gowns. The grand thing about a fabulous dress is that you can really wear it for any occasion. It all depends on the accessories or even lack thereof. It is all about style and the character to be comfortable in the piece.

If comfort is part of the equation then this Helga dress is going to be fab, comfy and spectacular for a number of occasions.

Helga, 70s, Black chiffon with splatter crystal details on a one shoulder goddess gown. Printed with an abstract peacock feather design in grey there is a decidedly YSL feel to this with a little bit of Zandra thrown in for good measure. SOLD

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