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  1. Villa

    Dating Emma Domb dress

    Is this Emma Domb dress 70's? Also, c an you tell me what you think the fabric might be; when I hear it I will probably recognize it. Thanks!
  2. C

    Evening dress with 2 labels Pierre Balmain and G.Valens

    Hi there I've just bout an evening gown (60s I think) It has two labels on it. One is Pierre Balmain it's parallel to the zip and the other is on a side seam it's G.Vakebs, Bruxelles. Can anyone tell me why there would be 2 labels on a garment. Also it's a gorgeous dress and it costs £16...
  3. F

    Any ideas on Cynthia Baxter (for Nipon)??

    I've searched everywhere and can't find anything on this label :( This dress looks 80s to me, was made in Italy, is 100% silk and carries a label with what I think reads Cynthia Baxter (written in script, see photos below). There's also a name within the abstract print that you'll see in...
  4. M

    HOWARD GREER label?

    Hello, I have had my eyes on one Greer dress for a very long time, and need help dating the frock... Based on this label, does anyone know if it´s 50s or 60s? I have one Greer from the 40s and it´s very typical (if Greer can ever be described as "typical"); this one is slightly odd for me. I...
  5. Ookoo

    Edith Head - Airport Collection

    I'm looking for advice in cleaning this dress. It still has all of the tags but no care instructions. The label says 50% Trevira and 50% Rayon. The collar, trim, and cuffs are vinyl. The lining feels like Rayon. Hand wash or dry clean? I'm sure my local dry cleaner doesn't have any...
  6. U

    1976 Marimekko Print help

    Hi all ! I was shopping a local goodwill and my boyfriend came up to me with a lovely maxi dress and asked if the label was one I knew. Mary Mekko ? he said. My jaw dropped and looked at the labels to much surprise its a 1976 Marimekko, for the Design Research store. Looks never worn! Was...
  7. U

    Emma Domb What would you do ?

    Hi there, hope someoone can help with this Emma Domb. It looks 50s/60s. Although, its damaged at the shoulder straps, I think it can be fixed. Though it looks as its discoloured, I don't think that its the original condition. Is it worth getting fixed ? The embroidery goes over the seams so...
  8. U

    Concept VII by Halston ? (Update)

    Hey everyone ! I picked up this dress because of the striking sequin detail and it felt well made. The dress is a wool knit, and also has fastenings at the neckline and cuff for missing trim. Zips up center back. I tried searching and could only find one blog who listed a dress as "Concept VII...
  9. J

    Vivienne Westwood VALUE 70S VELVET DRESS???

    My friend gave me this vivienne westwood dress, i just want to make sure its authentic, she said it was from the seventies, i was just wandering if any knew how much i could sell this item for aswell please help guys :):help: xxx
  10. SayItWithVintage

    Dating a vintage Parnes Feinstein label

    Hi, I was sure that my Parnes Feinstein eyelet dress was from the 1950s until I saw a 1940s label on VFG that looked just like mine. When I posted previously, I didn't know that I wasn't supposed to post photos of items that I was going to list (oops)! I guess I can only post a photo of the...
  11. suzysparklesalot

    Halston Help Please

    Hi Everyone, Me again with a new question. I have this Halston dress. It's been hanging in my closet for a while. It is eggplant colored and is a tank style with a chiffon overlay. Is this from the 1980s? Does this style of dress have a name. Any keywords would be appreciated. Sorry it is...
  12. S

    Curious about a vintage dress

    Hi, I was wondering if you could tell me any information about this Gene Shelly vintage dress. It was given to us as a gift from an old family friend and we just wanted to find out a little bit about the dress. I have researched it online, but have not been able to find anything. The...
  13. dorotheascloset

    Another Estevez!! But A GOOD Wiggle....Questions?

    A) This is a real REAL wiggle!! Past the knee, no slit or kick pleat. Saucy! B) The shoulder has two knotted pieces atop each separate piece creating the opening (which is the same in back). So. The question (and I will add labels tomorrow at the shop, there is the Estevez and a...
  14. themerchantsofvintage

    Kenzo dress - early 80s?

    I really dig this trapezeeee wrapish dress with leg-o-mutton sleeves. I'm thinking this is early 80s. Yes? No? Maybe so? THANKS!!!
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