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I admit to being no Vera expert, but I can't find anything like this in my searching. Anyone know about A Vera scarf--really a wrap (it's 60 inches long by 18 inches wide with two-inch wool fringe on either end) in wool, and plaid, no less? Era? Thanks so much!

Hello, I am new here and looking to see how to research an item I bought at an estate sale today! It is an Emporio Armani cream-colored cape-coat in great condition. I believe it is from the 80s, only because of the tag. I did find one site that let me look at Armani tags to date it. How does...

Hi all, This is my first post in the VFG forums! :) I have a dress with the label "Ricci Originals", and I can't find any info on this company. I'm wondering if this is a Nina Ricci? Not sure. A photo of both the label and the dress are attached. Thanks so much for any help! Lisa

Hi, I'm new here. I was recommended by a fashion pro friend of mine. I have a Betsey Johnson Alley Cat coat, circa 1971. Its in mint condition. I have no idea how to determine its value. Any thoughts? Thanks very much.

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...

Do we have any label info on Tommy? I didn't see anything in the forum or label resource.

Hello! I am new here, but I have been collecting vintage for over 20 years. I love Liberty & Co. (my wedding dress was a 1912 Liberty gown), and I am the proud new owner of an 1896 Liberty & Co. Historic Costume Studio gown! I am so excited!! Everything I've read suggests that Historic...

Hi everyone, I've been a long time reader on this forum and decided to make an account to ask a question about a recent thrift store find: It is a wool Missoni sweater: Hope those images came up. Labels say: Missoni Mare linea crociera M I find very little info on this line...

I stupidly bought a hat on Ebay seconds before the auction was finished, and so didn't have time to look at the details. It is black leather with a wide black rabbit fur brim. Inside it has a cream and pink Schiaparelli Paris label but underneath the black grosgrain tape there is another label...

hand beaded and sequin top-what\'s it worth? I have a size 8 hand beaded fringe and sequin women's top that I believe may have been made in the 1920-1960's. I am wondering how much it's possibly worth AND I am seeking any other information on the item's history or resale. The condition of the...

Hi, I want to sell a coat I have had for long time. I think it's from around 1980. I have done lots of searching for info about the "designer" Diana Leslie and the name Animal Rainbow, which is on the label in the coat but the only thing I could find is 3 items up for auction It seems like...

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...

Hello everyone! My boyfriend found an incredible (albeit tiny!) jacket while thrifting today and said that while it's unlabeled, it has Cartier embroidered all throughout the lining. I had no idea that they ever made clothing! Can anyone tell me about what they designed - and when? It looks...

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...

:hiya: Came across this really sweet pierre balmain hat! I was examining the tag though and while it does look like a tag from 1945, it says "adaptation of" Pierre Balmain Paris. I haven't ever come across "adaptation" on a tag before. Does anyone know what this means exactly? Sounds like...

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

On an off chance, does anyone know of a resource for dating London Fog labels? Have a couple items - too much to post - but thought it couldn't hurt to ask about a good resource. Any thoughts?

So I picked up this insane caftan yesterday: I was quite surprised to see the "Oscar de la Renta" signature on the fabric. It has a label that isn't pictured in the label resource: Here's a picture of the turned-under selvedge: It says, "Couleur International LTD Designed...

Hi. First post! Just wanted to know if anyone can refer me to specific info about an Alley Cat piece I just picked up. I know about the label but I am trying to determine specifically what year and season it came out. My camera is on the fritz at the moment but I will try to post pics. Here's a...

Hi y'all. I have a Christian LaCroix Bazar silk knit mini skirt. It's the orange bazar label. It's 90's (re the label) so that's why I'm at the cooler. It's got a weird abstract sity scene - multi colored, elastic waist. Kinda basic for LaCroix. It's dark & rainy here, so I don't...

I looked on the label resource and this one is not there. I did find a couple listed on ebay with the same label, but I want to make sure before listing. Thanks

Hello Everyone! Long time lurker, first time poster with a question about a Perry Ellis label... I found a yummy semi-sheer dress from PERRY ELLIS with a BLACK label inside at one of my favorite thrift stores. I know that Perry Ellis died in the mid 80s, and have seen his PORTFOLIO...

I recently acquired a red plaid Pendleton coat. When I purchased it, I thought is was a woman's coat. (it is even photographed on a woman manni!). But after photographing it, I am not sure if it is a man's or woman's. It has the gold / blue label on it indicating from the 60's, the buttons...

Hi everyone, I'm hoping someone can help me, I'm thinking of buying a 60's pvc jacket with a label that reads.... 'Alligator by Mary Quant' I've never heard of this Mary Quant label. Can anybody shed any light on the label. Is it original ? and when does it date from ? Is it rare ...

I found this little bit of info in an article called "Life Begins at 30" in a 1966 issue of London Life magazine and thought some of you might find it interesting/useful. love, moons and starrs, Senti.* Jean Muir: Aged 32, Jean Muir is tiny, dynamic, with enormous eyes and smile. In the...