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Vintage Fashion: The Darnell Collection — Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers

Auction House:Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & ValuersNumber of lots recorded:520
Sale Title:Vintage Fashion: The Darnell CollectionLots with images:520
Auction Location:SydneyPrices available:436
Date:23-Nov-2014
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A winter coat by Waucantuck for Bright's with mink collar two front side pockets, 3/4 sleeves; 1950s; American; wool mink, satin lining, resin buttons; excellent condition; size medium
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A black strapless ball gown with pink detail ankle length, embroidery and cut out detail on skirt, ruffle and ribbon bow to front centre; unlabelled; couture construction including boned bodice, lined skirt and tulle petticoat, back zip; client order number on tag inside skirt; 1950s; American; silk velvet, satin, net; size 10; good condition. Waist 27 inches. Bust 34 inches.
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A floral hostess gown with collar and button detail short sleeves, back zip, 1960s; Australian; Lurex, metal, glass buttons; size SSW medium; excellent condition. Waist 28 inches. Bust 34 inches. Hip 36 inches.
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A white nightgown and peignoir set with applique flowers 3/4 puff sleeves lined in polyester organdie; spaghetti straps, fabric covered buttons, by Cliche; 1970s; original label; size small; excellent condition
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A black evening gown with sequin and bead detail sleeveless, with round neckline, plunging backline, all over dress square sequin and bead pattern, ankle length, fully lined; by Mr K; 1980s; designed in Australia, made in India; size 8, small/medium; excellent condition. Waist 30 inches.
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Two short sleeve summer dresses with cap sleeves, side zip; unlabelled; 1950s; Australian; one Polyester with plastic buttons, one embroidered silk organdie, both missing under dresses and belts; size medium, size small; good- excellent condition. Waist 28 inches. Waist 26 inches.
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An electric blue cocktail dress 3/4 sleeve, V neck, full gathered skirt, rose applique at waist side, attached inner petticoat, back zip, unlabelled; 1950s; American; silk, cotton petticoat; size small, original tag reads 36; good condition This dress was featured in 'Dreaming of Chanel'. Waist 25 inches.
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A yellow concert gown with matching cape fitted and lined bodice, cape with hood and arms, two full layers of chiffon in skirt, back zip; unlabelled, possibly Danica of Double Bay; 1970s; Australian; size 14; good condition, few marks on skirt, stains on inside lining of bodice, needs to be dry cleaned, worn by Australian mezzo soprano Magreta Elkins. Waist 30 inches.
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A brown and cream sleeveless hostess gown with V front, elaborate diamond shaped appliqued detail to centre front, back zip, unlabelled; 1960s; origin unknown; polyester, braid, plastic beads; size: small; excellent condition. Waist 26 inches.
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A red and white long sleeve hostess gown full length skirt, back zip designed by Roy Halston for Montgomery Ward for the US Pan American Team in Mexico, with original label; American; 1976; size medium; excellent condition rare to find a dress created for an international sporting event especially one from the 70s. Waist 40 inches.
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A navy blue and white polka dot summer day dress mid calf length, elbow length loose flowing sleeve, with 'V' neck, gathered waistband, side zip; unlabelled, possibly by Danica of Double Bay; 1980s; Australian; polyester; size 12/14; good condition, a few pulls to fabric on front bodice worn by Australian mezzo soprano Magreta Elkins. Waist 30 inches.
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A Grecian Inspired blue gown with Fringed sleeve with matching overskirt spaghetti-effect arms, off-the shoulder neckline, elasticated waist; by Danica of Double Bay, with original label; 1970s; Australian; size: large; good condition, faint underarm marks worn by Australian mezzo soprano Margreta Elkins. Waist 32-34 inches.
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A yellow and white long spring dress long sleeves with cuff, unlabelled, lined, back zip; late 1960s/early 70s; origin unknown; cotton embroidery, silk organdie, polyester; size small; excellent condition. Waist 25 inches.
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A black and orange floral autumn dress with long sleeves, cowl neckline, no waistline, back zip by 'A Betty Beale Original' (labelled); 1970s; Australian; polyester; size: small-medium; excellent condition. Waist 30 inches.
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A navy and pink floral chiffon dress with long sleeves, collar, button detail on bodice, tie belt, pleated skirt, underskirt, ruffles at cuff and collar, back zip; unlabelled; 1960s; origin unknown; silk chiffon, cotton lining; size: small; excellent condition. Waist 26 inches.
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A plum cocktail dress with embroidered detail 3/4 sleeve bead embroidery on bodice, slightly pleated skirt, side zip; by van Roth (labelled); early 1940s; American; size medium; good condition, possibly re-dyed, faint white marks on skirt, needs dry clean. Waist 30 inches.
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A black evening dress with 3/4 sleeves cut-out, bead and embroidery details on bodice, side zip, unlabelled; 1930s; American; wool crepe, glass beads, chiffon; size: medium/large; good condition, slight fading, repairs to embroidery, one or two small holes on skirt, belt missing 38 inches. Waist
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A brown and white patterned skirt and shirt ensemble long sleeves with collar, button closure and matching tie belt (jacket), A-line pleated skirt; by Sally Forth (labelled);size small; polyester, 1970s Australian; excellent condition skirt. Waist 28 inches.
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A red dress with blue embroidered flowers and 3/4 sleeve elastic waist and pleated skirt, buttons down front of bodice; by Dianne Frey (labelled); 1980s; Hong Kong; Polyester georgette; size: medium; excellent condition. Waist 34 inches.
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Two cream skirt Suits one suit: a wool and silk ribbon weave, both skirt and jacket, lined with 3/4 sleeve, invisible snap closure; by Lynn Stewart (labelled); 1960s; American; size: vintage 12; good condition, some wear to inside collar; one skirt suit skirt and collarless jacket, long sleeve, wool weave with polyester lining, lined; 1970s; Australian; size: medium; excellent condition skirt. Waist 28 inches. skirt. Waist 29 inches.
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A black and white A-line day dress with original belt, long sleeve; by Diana Richards, Sydney (labelled); 1960s; Australian; 'Cashmylon' (acrylic fibre) size: small, tag reads XSSW; good condition, a few tiny marks to front of dress
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A gold dress and coat ensemble short sleeve dress with bow at back and back zip, collared jacket and 3/4 sleeve; by Tess models (labelled); 1960s; Australian; rayon; size: medium; good condition - missing buttons on jacket only dress: Waist 34 inches.
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A black cocktail dress with metallic thread and bead detail 3/4 sleeves, heavy bead embroidery on neck, sleeves and down the front, fully lined; by St Andrews Ltd (labelled); 1960s; Hong Kong; 100% wool, glass beads; size: small; good condition, one small hole at front, ready to be hemmed. Waist 32 inches.
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A black cocktail dress with embroidered cut-out detail with short sleeves, lavish bead embroidery and cut-out detail to neckline and shoulder, button closure on left shoulder; by Thurley (labelled); modern, 2000; Australian; silk, wood and glass beads; size: medium; excellent condition - never worn. Waist 34 inches.
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A long gold hostess gown with diagonal stripe pattern long sleeves with matching belt, back zip, unlabelled; 1960s; origin unknown; Lurex; size: small; excellent condition. Waist 31 inches.
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A navy blue and white stripe dress unusual design with jacket effect over a knitted underdress, long sleeve, button front; by Sally Brown (original shop tag still attached); 1970s; Australian (Victoria); size: medium; good condition, a few very small holes on underdress Collectible Australian Designer. Waist 40 inches.
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A pink and floral hostess gown long sleeves with cuffs, collar, original green buttons halfway down front of dress;1970s; Australian; Lurex with plastic buttons; size: small; excellent condition. Waist 33 inches.
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A pink satin and black lace party dress with long sleeves, back zip, sequin embroidered net overlay; by Caroline Herrera (labelled); 1980s; American; silk/satin, net, synthetic lining; size: small; excellent condition, skirt shortened. Waist 29 inches.
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A blue, red, black and beige shirt and dress ensemble round neckline, red splash effect in pattern, elastic waist with gored construction to skirt with contrasting fabric buttons down front; by Dianne Frey (labelled); 1980s; Hong Kong; 100% silk and 100% wool trim; size: medium, expandable waist; excellent condition. Waist 28 inches.
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A light blue day dress with Pleated skirt with short sleeves, buttons down front, crocheted ribbon on waist band, side zip, darts on bodice to chest - gently fitted; 1940s; Australian; rayon; size: small; good condition, some age discolouring. Waist 27 inches.
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A pink/purple Sheen evening dress, coat and bag ensemble dress: short sleeve, boat neck, back zip, matching long sleeve coat with sequin and bead mandarin collar, fully lined; by JM Martin, Melbourne (labelled): 1960s; Australian; size: large; excellent condition never been worn Collectible Australian Designer. Waist 38 inches.
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A light blue and gold cocktail dress with long sleeves, tie bow at neck and on sleeve cuffs, matching belt, buttons up front, side zip, knife pleated skirt, with tulle petticoat and synthetic one; by 'Carnegie model' (labelled); 1960s; English; Polyester, net; size: small, dress tag reads 'Size 14 inches; excellent condition featured in 'Dreaming of Chanel' page 238 - 239 Hips 37 1/2 /39 inches. Bust 35 1/2 /37 inches. Waist 26 inches.
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A red velvet Mini A-line party dress with wide collar sleeveless, back zip, diamante buttons on front, lined; unlabelled; 1960s; American; cotton velvet, cotton lining; size: small; 2 rhinestones missing from one button, otherwise excellent condition This dress was exhibited in Las Vegas, 2012, 'History of the little red dress', Magic Women's Fashion fair. Waist 30 inches. Bust 32 inches.
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A black and white Smock style dress sleeveless, collar with covered buttons down front, 2 large pockets on skirt; by Prue Acton (labelled); 1970s; Australian; cotton; size: Med/large, dress label reads 'Size 10, to fit 80 cm bust, 60 cm waist, 85 cm hips'; excellent condition, faint discolouration on white fabric at neck (needs cleaning) Collectible Australian Designer
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A black velvet and patterned hostess gown sheath-shape hostess long gown, empire waist with long sleeves, ruffle along edge of 'V' neck, bodice cross over effect, back zip, contrasting velvet bodice to patterned silk skirt and ruffle; by Nadine (labelled); 1960s; American; silk velvet, silk organza, synthetic lining; size: small, dress label reads '6 inches; excellent condition. Waist 30 inches. Bust 32 inches / 34 inches.
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A pink floral long Caftan- style hostess gown with padded shoulders, frog closures, decorative braid on shoulders, braid down side of dress, sequin detail and extra gold trim on flower pattern; unlabelled; 1980s; American; silk, plastic sequins; size: Med/large; excellent condition. Waist 50 inches.
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An olive green coat and dress ensemble short sleeves, back zip, matching short sleeve coat, boat neck, fitted bodice on dress; unlabelled; 1960s; Australian; silk; size: medium; good condition, some stains under arms of coat, needs cleaning. Waist 32 inches.
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A blue, yellow and red Patternly striped hostess gown with turtle neck, back zip, long sleeves, matching belt; by Trends by Jerrie Lurie; 1960s/70s; American; cotton, lycra; size: medium, expandable waist; excellent condition. Waist 32 inches.
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A pale green with silver bead cocktail dress plunging neckline, mid calf length; label has been removed; 1980s; India; silk, glass beads, synthetic lining; size: medium, expandable fabric; excellent condition. Waist 36 inches.
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A red and navy stripe top and skirt ensemble with long sleeves boat neck, dolman sleeves, elastic waist on skirt and top waist and cuffs; by Vivian Chan Shaw; 1980s; Australian; Polyester, cotton blend; size: Med/large expandable; excellent condition Collectible Australian Designer. Waist 28 inches. - 32 inches.
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An orange Grecian inspired long hostess gown with self tie sash ruffled edge on bodice, sleeveless with V-neck by Danica of Double Bay; 1970s; Australian; Polyester; size: medium, expandable waist; excellent condition worn by mezzo soprano Magreta Elkins. Waist 28 inches.
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A purple long skirt and short top ensemble with white screen printed tropical motif, shirt tie front, sleeveless, V-neck, wrap around skirt with tie closure; Unlabelled; 1970s; Tahiti; Polyester, cotton blend; size: small/med, skirt waist and top are expandable; good condition, needs re-hemming
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A black and white hounds tooth patterned dress with knife pleated, ruffled edged tiers on skirt, small bow tie at neck and sleeve cuffs, 3/4 sleeves, self fabric belt, boat neck; Unlabelled; 1970s; Polyester, cotton velvet; size: small; excellent condition. Waist 26 inches.
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A black party dress with gold Glitter detail with taffeta skirt and glitter detail to bodice, short sleeves, taffeta bow on hip, zip up back, shallow scoop neck; by Magic Collections by Marc; 1980s; Australian; taffeta, lycra, cotton, glitter; size: medium; excellent condition hip 38 inches.
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A white Flapper style dress sheath shaped, sleeveless, scoop neck, beaded and bead fringed panel over bodice; back zip, with fringing to skirt hem; by Elissa of California; 1960s; American; rayon, glass beads, synthetic fringe; size, small; good condition. Waist 28 inches.
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A black cocktail dress with Sequin detail star pattern in sequins to dress, asymmetrical neckline, 3/4 sleeves, back zip, lined; by George Gross (labelled); 1980s; Australian; Polyester crepe, plastic sequins; size: medium; excellent condition Collectible Australian Designer. Waist 28 inches.
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A mid blue lace long evening gown with V neck front and back, sleeveless, fitted through bodice and skirt, scalloped lace hem, back zip, unlabelled; 1960s; origin unknown; machine-made polyester lace, synthetic lining; size: medium/large; excellent condition. Waist 32 inches.
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A black and Rust patterned cocktail dress bubble-style skirt gathered for full effect tapered at hem, ruched and gathered waistband, 3/4 sleeves, boat neck, back zip, drop waist, fully lined; unlabelled; late 1950s; Australian; printed silk; size: large; excellent condition worn by mezzo soprano Magreta Elkins. Waist 32 inches.
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A champagne Damask cocktail dress and jacket ensemble dress: sleeveless, faux tie waistband, scallop neckline, side zip, lined, fitted bodice and over hips. Jacket: 3/4 sleeves, open front with no closures, trimmed in matching fabric, lined; 1960s; origin unknown; silk damask, synthetic lining; size: medium; good condition, a few pale marks on dress worn by mezzo soprano Magreta Elkins. Waist 32 inches.
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A turquoise hostess dress with matching jacket dress: sleeveless, low scallop neckline at front, slit up front seam, A-line shape skirt, fitted bodice with braid details, lined, back zip. Jacket: mandarin collar, button and loop closures down front, open cuff-style cuffs, fitted, lined; unlabelled; 1960s; South African; Polyester, metallic braid; size: medium; excellent condition. Waist 30 inches.
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A black sheer net lace and Sequin evening/ opera coat with long, wide sleeves, mandarin collar, hook and eye closure down front, sequin details, unlabelled; 1990s; Middle Eastern; synthetic lace, plastic sequins; size: large; excellent condition
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A red and white long hostess gown with matching Bolero style jacket unlabelled. Dress: wide contrasting white collar, sleeveless, back zip, ankle length. Jacket: 3/4 sleeves, contrasting cuff, diamante button and hole closure down front, collarless; 1960s; origin unknown; Polyester; size: medium; good condition, a few faint marks on dress, needs cleaning. Waist 30 inches.
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A pink long party dress with capped sleeves sweetheart neckline, fitted bodice, full and gathered long skirt, ruched and gathered waistband, side zip, unlabelled; late 1950s/early 1960s; origin unknown; Moire taffeta; size: small/medium; excellent condition. Waist 26 inches.
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A long black evening dress with lace sleeves sheer lace to capped sleeves and shoulders, sweetheart neckline, fitted bodice, straight slightly gathered skirt at waistline, side zip, unlabelled; 1930s; origin unknown; silk crepe, lace; size: medium; excellent condition. Waist 32 inches.
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A cranberry lace cocktail dress with scallop Neckline elbow length sleeves, simple waistband, lace overlay bodice and skirt, flared skirt, back zip; by Lenore Zepolione, Dayton Ohio; 1950s; American; Polyester lace, synthetic lining; size: large; excellent condition part of Doris Darnell's original bequest. Waist 32 inches.
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A black lace cocktail dress with sheer short sleeves and shoulder with V neck, simple waistband, flared skirt, side zip, unlabelled; 1950s; American; machine-made lace, synthetic lining; size: large; excellent condition part of Doris Darnell's original bequest. Waist 32 inches.
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A black cocktail dress with Cowl neck and Sequin Braid detail short sleeves, sash tie at back, back zip, drop waistline, gathered at waistline for full skirt effect, V neck at back, unlabelled; 1950s; Australian; Polyester, sequins; size: medium; excellent condition. Waist 30 inches.
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A black silk chiffon dance dress with elaborate diamante, bead and sequin detail on bodice and skirt hem, sleeveless, straight neckline, asymmetric hemline, dropped waistline, lined, unlabelled; 1920s; American; silk chiffon, glass, silk lining; size: large; good condition, panel at bodice front and back is not original, some bead loss, tiny holes on skirt a Museum de-accessioned item bought at auction in America. Waist 40 inches.
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A white silk cocktail dress with elaborate beading around yoke and down front in two strips, sleeveless; scoop neck, back zip, A-line; 1960s; by Deltex; Australian; silk, glass beads; size: medium; good condition, tiny marks on dress skirt. Waist 30 inches.
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A red evening dress with Cowl neck with beaded sash waistband, long sleeves with self tie bow closure at cuff, tie bow closure at back neck, no seam at shoulder, V fitted bodice, gathered at bodice to create draping on skirt, side hooks and snap closure, unlabelled; early 1930s; American; silk, glass beads; size: small; good condition, faint marks on dress, some bead loss, needs small amount of conservation. Waist 26 inches.
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A hot pink cocktail dress with Sequin detail Elaborately beaded, A-line fit, scallop neck, beadwork on bodice becoming less dense down skirt, back zip; 1960s; by Laura Phillips; American; silk crepe, glass beads, sequins; size: medium; good condition, faint marks. Waist 29 inches.
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A deep purple velvet and beaded cocktail dress with bands of elaborate beading on collar and cuffs, mandarin collar, back zip, lined, sheath shaped; unlabelled; 1960s; Australian; silk velvet, glass, plastic beading, metallic thread; size: small; excellent condition. Waist 32 inches.
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A purple and lame psychedelic patterned long hostess gown with self tie belt at waist, V neck, contrasting patterned fabric on bodice to solid purple fabric of skirt, sleeveless, back zip; 1960s; by Duntex Sportswear, Sydney; Australian; Polyester and lame; size 12 medium, expandable belt and fabric; excellent condition. Waist 30 inches.
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A pink, coral and yellow flower Hawaiian hostess gown with two back floating panels, sheath shape, scallop neckline, fitted bodice to slightly flared skirt; by Kaufmanns, Pittsburg; 1960s; American; cotton; size: petite/small; excellent condition. Waist 28 inches.
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A black, yellow, red flower and geometrically patterned shirt dress with mandarin collar, long sleeves, self tie belt, back zip; by Goldworm; 1960s; made in Italy; Polyester; size, medium; excellent condition. Waist 30 inches.
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A moss green tweed winter coat with wide lapelled collar, plastic button and hole closure down front, fitted, long sleeves, fully lined, side hip pockets; by 'Modele Rothschilde, creation suisse', exclusively for Harrods, London; 1970s; American; Suisse, wool, viscose blend, synthetic lining; size, small/medium; excellent condition. Waist 34 inches.
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A grey wool winter coat with brown leather buttons fully lined, high roll collar, with wide arm tapering sleeves, straight cut body, knee length, four leather covered button and hole closures to front; 1950s; by Dresco; original label; wool, synthetic lining; size small/medium; excellent condition. Waist 36 inches.
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A white lightweight day/evening coat with wide tapering sleeves and roll back cuff, white and gold button and hole closures to front, wide Double collar, darts and gathering above bustline and to back of jacket, sheath shape; by coats ralex, Sydney; 1960s; Australian; Crimpalene, plastic and gilt metal buttons, synthetic lining; size 12; excellent condition to fit. Bust 85 cm
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A black wool winter coat with wide collar, wide cuffs, long sleeves, resin button and hole closure to front, sheath shape, fully lined; 1930s; American; wool, synthetic lining, resin buttons; size, medium; excellent condition
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A beige lightweight Duster coat with 3/4 sleeves, no closures, narrow roll over collar, fully lined; 1960s; styled by Ruthex of Melbourne; Australian; linen and polyester blend, synthetic lining; size, medium/large; excellent condition
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A red wool winter coat with suede patterned Cuffs elaborately embellished wide collar with embroidery and beadwork, three tiers created by stitching and gathering of wool, fabric covered button and hole closure to front, full suede lining to match cuffs; by Johnston & Bell; 2000; Australian; wool, suede, plastic beads; size 12, small; good condition, a few pulled threads to embroidery
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A coral lightweight coat with plastic button and hole closure, narrow lapelled collar, 3/4 sleeve with no cuffs, pockets on both hips, straight cut to body, lined; 1960s; American; linen, synthetic lining, plastic buttons; size, medium; excellent condition
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A black winter coat with faux astrakhan collar plastic button and hole closure to front, simple sleeves with no cuff, sheath shape, fitted, lined; by Emanuelle; 1940s; Australian; wool, synthetic lining; size, small/medium; excellent condition
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Two lightweight black dusters, one nautical feel with ribbon stripes on bodice, shoulder and sleeve, button and hole closure, slightly padded shoulders, collarless, unlabelled; 1930s; Australian; wool; size, medium/large; good condition. One dressy coat with embroidered wide lapels, slightly padded shoulders, button closure, unlabelled; 1930s; American; silk crepe; size, medium/large; fair condition, several moth holes at front and back
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Two 1930s day dresses, one pale grey with cross over pleated/draped bodice, with same fabric tie sash to left of waistband, full flared skirt side zip closure, short cuffed sleeves, unlabelled; Australian; size, medium; good condition. One pale brown Double layered collar with elbow length sleeve and ruffle cuff, full flared skirt, empire waistband, button closure to front bodice; size medium; good condition. Waist 26 inches. Waist 28 inches.
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A cream dress with Mink collar textured with berry pattern round neck long sleeves with button and loop closure to back, corseted and boned to bodice, slim fitting skirt; by Ceil Chapman for Neiman Marcus; silk, silk taffeta lining, mink; 1950s; American; size small; good condition, faint fading and penmark on right side of bodice. Waist 26 inches.
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Three lightweight coat/ dresses one pale blue with black flower pattern over dress; wide fold back collar, gathered waistband, short sleeves with cuffs; 1940s; rayon; Australian; size, large; good condition. One pale mauve lace coat, lined, 3/4 sleeve, no collar or closure, unlabelled; 1950s; Australian; size, large; good condition. One black with beige, pink flower over-dress, with black belt, gathered waist, hook and eye closure at waistband, no collar; unlabelled; 1950s; American; silk; size, small;…
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An off-white lace top and Floaty long skirt top: see through lace with puffed sleeves and full lace edged cuffs, ruffled high neck collar, lace trimmed yoke, buttons and holes to back; excellent condition. skirt: layers of chiffon creates a full, floaty effect, self tie wrap around, wide sash creates large bow at front, zip to back; good condition, several stains on skirt, needs cleaning; by Danica of Double Bay; 1980s; Australian; machine-made lace, silk chiffon, synthetic lining; size, large Collectible…
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An electric blue two piece skirt and top ensemble with elaborate sequin and bead detail to top yoke, short sleeve, scallop neckline, button and hole closure at back of neckline, self tie belt at back with bead tassel detail to ends of belt. skirt with gathered waistband for slightly full effect; by A.J Couture, Kings cross;1960s; Australian; cotton velvet, glass beads, sequins, synthetic lining; size, medium; excellent condition. Waist 29 inches.
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A cream lace wedding dress with puffed sleeves leading to tight long cuffs with seven button and loop closures, simple waistline, mandarin collar, tightly fitted skirt with gathered and full flare base, lined; by Caleche;1980s; Australian; machine-made lace, synthetic lining; size 8 small; excellent condition. Bust 75 cm,. Waist 55 cm, hip 80 cm
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An orange evening gown with triple Spaghetti strap fitted corset effect to bodice with gathered fabric creating an x to bust, gathering under bodice creates a drape effect to skirt, self tie sash at back, back zip; by Badgley Mishka; 1990s; American; silk; size 4 small; excellent condition. Waist 29 inches.
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A black evening dress with scalloped Neckline peplum skirt, scalloped short sleeves, gathered over bodice, slight gathering creates full skirt, ankle length, side zip, broderie anglaise-type detail on neckline and sleeve end; unlabelled; 1930s; American; silk crepe; size, large; good condition. Waist 34 inches.
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Two 1930s evening dresses one black with long sleeves, button and loop closure down front of bodice, accentuated waistband, slightly padded shoulders, thin gathered collar, V neckline; unlabelled; Australian; crepe; size, medium; good condition a few small holes. One peach with glass bead detail around neckline and on sleeve cuffs, V neck, gathering on bodice for slightly fitted effect, wide waistband, slightly gathered at waistband for draped effect of skirt, side zip, unlined; unlabelled; American; silk…
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A dark grey velvet evening coat with embroidered detail yellow and orange scroll embroidery to right shoulder, roll over collar, no closures, long sleeve, fully lined; by Schleiber Velours;1960s; German; cotton velvet, silk thread, synthetic lining; size, medium/large; excellent condition
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A pink floral sheath dress with Sash Waistband simple scallop neckline, back zip, lined; unlabelled; 1960s; American; silk, synthetic lining; size, medium; excellent condition This dress is one of Doris Darnell's original bequest. Waist 34 inches.
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A gold and black geometric patterned cocktail dress with scoop neckline, long sleeves, high waist, gathered at waistline for full effect skirt, lined, back zip; by Adele Simpson (labelled); 1960s; American; silk poly blend, synthetic lining; size, small/medium; excellent condition. Waist 28 inches.
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A moss green dress suit dress with short sleeves, plastic button and hole closure to front from neck to hips, self tie ribbon belt, lined. Jacket with 3/4 sleeves, collar, button and hole closure to front, hip length, fitted; by Matita; 1970s; made in England; Poly cotton blend, synthetic lining; size, medium/large; excellent condition. Waist 38 inches.
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A red and silver Paisley pattern opera coat with dramatic thread braid trim to front opening, hem and sleeves, fabric plaited button and loop closure from neck to hem, ankle length, lined; unlabelled; 1960s; Middle Eastern; cotton, metallic thread, synthetic lining; size, medium/large; excellent condition
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A distressed denim shirt dress with wide collar self tie sash belt, sheath shape, fitted bodice, side hip pockets, invisible snap closure to front of dress; by Industrie woman; 2000; Australian; Denim; size, small; excellent condition. Waist 30 inches.
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A leopard print shirt and skirt ensemble top with self tie narrow belt, wide lapel collar, cuffed sleeve with button closure, button and hole closure to front. skirt slightly flared, elastic waistband; unlabelled; 1970s; American; Polyester; size, medium; excellent condition. Waist 28 inches.
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A black and pink party dress with empire waist, wide waistband, appliqued flower pattern at hem with sequin detail, side zip closure, fully lined; by Chelsea design, labels still attached; 2000; size 10, fitted bodice; excellent condition. Waist 28.5 inches.
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A pale pink ball gown with rosette off-shoulder cap sleeve, fitted bodice, gathered at waist line for full skirt effect, two layers of petticoat, fully lined, rosettes at back zip; 1980s; American; silk, synthetic lining; size small 10; excellent condition. Waist 26 inches.
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A black cocktail dress with V neck, fitted bodice, drop waist with lace overskirt, long sleeve with puff to shoulder and tapered to wrist; unlabelled; 1980s; Australian; silk and lace; size small; excellent condition. Waist 27 inches.
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A salmon pink Halterneck hostess gown with bead detail with spaghetti straps at back, covered button and loop closure at neck, fitted waistband, bead decoration to waistband, split at front centre, back zip; label removed; polyester with plastic beads; 1970s; size, small; excellent condition. Waist 26 inches.
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A navy blue cocktail dress with side bow with V neckline, short sleeves, gathered bodice, gathered and draped skirt with a crossover effect, bow attached at hip, back zip; by Claire Henry Originals; 1950s; Australian; pure silk; size, medium/large; excellent condition. Waist 32 inches.
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A dark red party dress with black net overlay full length, with red bead decoration on bodice and skirt, spaghetti straps and criss cross closure at back, net frill petticoat, empire waist line, fitted bodice; by Mr K; 1980s; polyester and net; size small;excellent condition Collectible Australian Designer. Bust 29 inches. Waist 34 inches.
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A peignoir and nightgown peignoir white silk elbow length sleeves gathered with a ribbon and bow at the end satin tie closure at neckline gathered and ruched at waist; 1930s; silk; size small; fair condition, small holes on front and back. night gown off white with V neck sleeveless with a ruffle at the neck cut on the bias gathered at the bodice no opening; size small; fair condition, tear on back skirt can be repaired silk. Waist 26 inches. Waist 28 inches.
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Two hostess Gowns one melon coloured cheongsam style, round neck, sleeveless, back zip, sheath shape fitted bodice, split at side, beautiful Co-ordinating fabric at the inner hem, metallic thread trim; by Mandalay creations for Marg imports; silk; 1960s; size medium; excellent condition. One turquoise gown with pleating on bodice, sleeveless, fabric sash and a belt with sequin rickrack; unlabelled; size small; good condition, faint stain under arms and a few tiny stain on front of dress. Waist 32 inches.…
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Two navy blue shirt dresses one navy and off white with long sleeves, scalloped neckline, contrasting pocket on bodice, snap closure to front; by Prue Acton; size 10 small; polyester viscose and cotton; 1970s; Australian; good condition needs cleaning. One navy and white with white lace collar and white lace cuffs, invisible button closure front of dress, knife pleated skirt; 100% polyester; 1980s; by Anthea Crawford size 12; excellent condition Collectible Australian Designer label. Bust 80 cm. Waist 60…
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Two 1980s party dresses one cobalt blue shirt dress with Vneck, covered button and loop closure down front; rayon blend sheen fabric; size small; excellent condition. One digitally printed party dress with red, yellow, and blue roses, scalloped neck, long sleeve, drop waist with a gathered full skirt, sash tie to back of dress, back zip; by Elance; polyester; size medium; good condition. Waist 30 inches. Waist 31 inches.
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