I Magnin Holds The Key To Your Heart

While we're piling on the old school Hollywood glamour, how about something a little more classic? I Magnin was the go-to place for beautiful gowns for years... today, the store is gone, but the clothes are still beautiful as ever! Just look at this black chiffon keyhole dress: the delicate drapes of chiffon open to a graceful slit in the front.

I Magnin Black Chiffon Keyhole Dress with Train, c. early 1980s. Fits a contemporary size 4 to 6. SOLD

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Feminine, Old School Glam by Jacqueline de Ribes

Looking to indulge your girly-girl side? You're going to need a whole lot of pink, and bows... or, this couture dress by the legendary Jacqueline de Ribes! Mme. de Ribes was one of Paris' most celebrated socialites for decades and began designing her own eveningwear creations in the 1980s. This dress is worthy of a classic Hollywood screen siren--make it your own and capture a bit of the magic!

Jacqueline de Ribes Rosé Strapless Satin Dress with Oversized Fuchsia Bow and Cumberbund, c. 1980s. Fits a contemporary size 4. SOLD

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Queen of the Night

This creation by Valentino Night delivers a whole lotta sex appeal! And, unlike so many black dresses, it hardly fades into the background. The drapes of jersey off the arm and around the knees give it a sporty vibe, while the black and silver beaded warrior waistband accentuate your svelte physique.

Valentino Night Black Jersey Draped Cocktail Dress with Triangular Waistband, c. 1980s. Fits a contemporary size 4 to 6. SOLD

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Formal Follows Function...

One of the advantages of buying vintage is that no one else will have your look on that special night. This design by Victor Costa is great for a formal wedding, a Bar Mitzvah, or any number of other functions. We love the color, a fresh turquoise with violet lining, and the decorative swag across the front of the dress.

Victor Costa Turquoise Evening Gown with Violet Lined Swag, c. late 1970s. Fits a contemporary size 6 to 8. SOLD

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Warning: Herve Ahead!

This Herve Leger is guaranteed to stop traffic--and not just because it's done in construction-zone orange! It's a fantastic, eye-catching party dress with a wide square neck and body-hugging curves that demonstrates why old school Herve is so special. If you're a fan of the color, might we also suggest this Thierry Mugler cocktail dress as well?

Herve Leger Electric Tangerine Viscose Party Dress with Wide Scoop Neck, c. late 1980s. Marked size small, fits a contemporary size 4. SOLD

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Two Ways To Do Blue

Are you looking for the poise and sophistication that a little black dress exudes--but without the black? We think navy dresses make an excellent substitute, especially given designers' gravitation to the color this fall. The Christian Lacroix cocktail dress below gives you next season's muscular, belled hip in a shimmery blue taffeta that's sure to be the hit of the party. For something more elegant, though, it's impossible to go wrong with the Geoffrey Beene midnight jersey wrap dress beneath it; the open back and stitched wrap waist add just the right amount of detail to a dress supremely rooted in simplicity.

Christian Lacroix Midnight Shimmery Belled Cocktail Dress with Ribbon Waist, c. 1980s. Fits a contemporary size 4 to 6.SOLD

Geoffrey Beene Midnight Jersey Wrap Dress with Open Back and Contrast Stitched Waist, c. 1970s. Fits a contemporary size 4 to 6. SOLD

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Valentino Jewelry Megapost!

Costume jewelry lovers, rejoice! These stunning 1980s-era pieces from Valentino are sure to make a formidable addition to any collector's treasure chest. The first pieces are a set: the necklace and matching cuff feature a braided pattern and beautiful white and blue stone embellishments. Next is an oversize crystal and black beaded bracelet, followed by two sets of earrings. We'll be featuring more costume jewelry acquisitions tomorrow, so check back soon!


Valentino Gold Braided Necklace and Cuff Adorned with Storm-Blue Beads, c. 1980s. CUFF SOLD

Valentino Jet Bead and Crystal Wide Cuff, c. 1980s. SOLD

Valentino Indian-Inspired Gold Drop Earrings with Blue, Green, and Pearl Stones, c. 1980s. SOLD

Valentino Crystal Twist Gold Earrings, c. 1980s. SOLD

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