Givenchy not for Audrey

One thinks of Hubert de Givenchy and the immediate association is a perfectly chic little black dress and the ideal muse, the incomprable Audrey Hepburn. But Givenchy was going strong in the 1980s and adopted to his client's wishes for more boisterous options, like these two colorful cocktail options below. Both are Givenchy Haute Couture and ready for a lover of color and a little attention...well maybe a lot of attention!
Givenchy Haute Couture dark ash silk with yellow ribbon swirl pattern strapless puff dress. Approx modern size 6


Givenchy Haute Couture shades of lime/green strapless chiffon dress with sash/wrap. Approximately narrow size 4 SOLD

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Super Sexy Chloe

This dress isn't the sort of thing that usually comes to mind when talking about Chloé, but that's why we love it so. It's jeweled and sexy with a disco twist, while the pleated skirt and knee-length hem suggest an intellectual sensibility. Fits a contemporary size 4. SOLD

Chloé Black Wool Crepe Dress with Jeweled Straps and Belt, c. 1970s SOLD

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Unorthodox Eighties

We are grasping for words to adequately describe the... er... kookiness of this Isabel Canovas purse from the 1980s. It melds influences ranging from Greek mythology (the glorious Bacchus clasp) to modern commercial-grade construction (the unmistakeable "traffic cone orange" color of the woven base) for an over-the-top effect. Dimensions are 10¼" x 7½".


Isabel Canovas Black Calfskin and Tangerine Purse with Bacchus Clasp, c. 1980s. SOLD

From the ludicrous to the sublime: this Chanel pouchette from the 1980s wraps around thy waist! Gone are the days of towing a heavy bag on your forearm--stow all your knick-knacks in stylish brown quilted leather and be the envy of every mother at the soccer tournament. Dimensions are 8" x 5½".


Chanel Quilted Brown Leather Waist Pack with CC Logo Hardware, c. 1980s SOLD

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Yves Saint Laurent Jumpsuit

We really do find this iconic Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche short-sleeve jumpsuit fetching. The loose, breezy silhouette is perfect for late summer evenings--a great way to keep cool in the blazing July heat! The belt (also by Yves Saint Laurent) is black woven rope with snakeskin panels and is also available at Decades.

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black Short-Sleeve Jumpsuit, c. 1970s SOLD

Yves Saint Laurent Black Woven Belt with Snakeskin, c. 1970s SOLD

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Sexy Pucci Print Dress

With the Fourth of July behind us, you might think it gauche to run out and pick up a floral print dress for summer. Au contraire! This sexy black silk Pucci with cropped sleeves and electric floral pattern is a perfect transition piece for your late summer wardrobe. It's a departure from the day-appropriate patterns we're used to, making it equally suited for day and evening events. Fits a size 4 to 6.


Emilio Pucci Black Floral Dress with Cropped Sleeves, c. early 1970s SOLD

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Stunning Haute Couture

With autumn's couture presentations just days away, Decades is pleased to announce the arrival of trunkloads of stunning vintage couture! Listed below are just two of our many new arrivals--check back daily to view exquisite finds from Chanel, Balmain, and more.

The first is a magnificent Givenchy Haute Couture silk chiffon gown with a wide tie in the back, adorned with petal cutouts. Though the gown dates back to the late 1970s, it demonstrates an effect that has been popularized in recent years by designers Kate and Laura Mulleavy for Rodarte. Fits a size 4. SOLD



Next is a Chanel Haute Couture creation by Karl Lagerfeld from the mid-1980s. The silk chiffon dress and jacket are sumptuously adorned with gold bugle beading; it's a timeless design from a house that stands as a pillar of class and sophistication in an ever more crowded field of throwaway fashion. Fits a size 4 to 6.

Givenchy Haute Couture Black Organza Halter Dress with Circular Cutouts, c. late 1970s SOLD

Chanel Haute Couture Gold Beaded Dress and Jacket, c. 1980s SOLD

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This Is Not Your Average Bandage Dress, Ladies...

While we love a good bandage dress as much as anyone, we're also intrigued by the contrasts that make this Herve Leger Couture gown a unique find. The top consists of Leger's signature bandage wrapping in a stunning circular shape, flowing out into a full-length skirt. It's a refreshing look for Leger! Fits a size 4.


Herve Leger Couture Black and White Gown with Circular Bandage Pattern, c. Early 1990s SOLD

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