2.27.2015

Beautiful Bellini

While information is somewhat limited, there's no denying the beauty of Italian designer Emilia Bellini's work. In the late 1960s she rivalled Pucci, Leonard + other leading design houses of the time with her vibrant colors + wild psychedelic patterns. Her jersey + chiffon dresses were designed to drape + fit the female form perfectly. Her work has been included in several exhibitions on Italian fashion including at the Mode Museum Hasselt in Belgium and the Brooklyn Museum in NYC.


Australian newspaper ad from 1967

Vintage Emilia Bellini 1960s Silk Jersey Maxi Dress
Vintage Emilia Bellini 1960s Silk Jersey Maxi Dress
Vintage Emilia Bellini 1960s Silk Jersey Maxi Dress
Vintage Emilia Bellini 1960s Silk Jersey Maxi Dress

Beautiful vintage 1960s silk jersey maxi dress by Italian designer Emilia Bellini. Incredible graphic pattern is so vibrant and full of movement! Ultra fitted bodice of stretchy silk jersey with high neck and long, super skinny sleeves. The flared maxi-skirt features a banded, interfaced fitted panel around the top of the hips and has a slit up the front so your knees and shins will show when you walk. Hidden zipper in back. Fully lined. Labeled inside and in the pattern. Ultra long, supermodel length. Pristine vintage condition.


Available online at http://www.bustownmodern.com.

2.26.2015

Colorblock Cardin

1967 Pierre Cardin color block mod dresses
L'Officiel 1967

1970 Pierre Cardin rainbow color block space age dress
L'Officiel 1970

1991 Pierre Cardin graphic color block dresses
L'Officiel 1991


Pierre Cardin 1960s Color Blocked Couture Tunic Dress
Pierre Cardin 1960s Color Blocked Couture Tunic Dress
Pierre Cardin 1960s Color Blocked Couture Tunic Dress
Pierre Cardin 1960s Color Blocked Couture Tunic Dress

Fantastic 1960s vintage Pierre Cardin color blocked tunic dress. Circa 1967-70. Classic Cardin space age beauty. High neck and sleeveless with slightly flared hem. Can easily be worn as a tunic over pants or a mini dress. Heavyweight wool crepe. Zips in back. Excellent condition - freshly cleaned and ready to wear.


Available online at http://www.bustownmodern.com.

2.25.2015

Pleats Please

Founded in 1921, the house of Gucci was a leading producer of leather goods + luggage. In the late 60s, Gucci began producing clothing. The 70s were the heyday for Gucci fashion -- beautiful leather coats with enameled buttons + belts, printed silk tops + pleated silk gowns. The 80s were hard on the house but eventually, with the help of a young Tom Ford, Gucci has made its way back to the top of the fashion world. So what better way to celebrate classic Gucci fashion than with this beautifully pleated silk statement blouse.

1970s Gucci Ivory Pleated Silk Trapeze Blouse with Blouson Sleeves
1970s Gucci Ivory Pleated Silk Trapeze Blouse with Blouson Sleeves
1970s Gucci Ivory Pleated Silk Trapeze Blouse with Blouson Sleeves
1970s Gucci Ivory Pleated Silk Trapeze Blouse with Blouson Sleeves

Spectacular late 70s/early 80s vintage silk blouse by Gucci. Seriously one of THE BEST blouses we've come across! Stunning shimmery ivory silk has the classic Gucci rope and tassel motif woven throughout the fabric. The pleated body has a full 360 sweep (giving it its trapeze/swing appearance). Awesome button-up standing collar and HUGE blouson sleeves. Excellent vintage condition.


Available online at http://www.bustownmodern.com.

Wear the Rainbow

For the last 50 years or so, colored fur has maintained it's hold on high fashion. Sometimes it's subtle, turning brown to black or slightly unnatural colors such as burgundy or navy. Sometimes it's a little flashier.

Raquel Welch in Christian Dior rainbow mink coat, 1969 US Vogue




THE iconic colored fur -- S/S 1971 green fox fur coat from Yves Saint Laurent




And more recently, rainbow fox fur scarves from Prada



In the past few years, rainbow + colored furs have been cropping up almost every season. Since our job here at Bustown Modern is to bring you the best in fashion forward, wearable vintage, we wouldn't be doing our job if we didn't bring you these ridiculously amazing colored furs.






Seriously amazing 1980s rainbow fox fur coat. INCREDIBLE, incredible, one-of-a-kind find. Ultra thick and plush dyed fox fur in a myriad of pastels. Oversize collar. Ultra wide, thick pelts are vertically laid and come several inches above the knee in front and nearly sweep the floor in back. Beautiful construction, tiny intricate dyed pastel pelts are alternated with white pelts to give it a "feathered" look.






Seriously awesome bright bright bright orange Tibetan lamb fur coat by Sonia Rykiel. Such a rad piece! Ultra short waist-length crop with long sleeves and ultra ultra shaggy long hair. Fully lined with hidden fur hook closures and pockets. Pristine condition.







If you're looking for a slightly more minimal look, we have this insanely awesome vintage 1960s velvety soft midnight blue broadtail fur coat. Classic 60s double-breasted construction with a definite military flare. Super fitted bodice with double-vented flared skirt, very skinny/fitted sleeves and besom pockets. Oversized gold military buttons top this beauty off! Truly beautiful midnight blue silk lining. Excellent vintage condition.


Available online at http://www.bustownmodern.com.

2.13.2015

Chevron Perfection

Stripes? -- Good. Chevrons? -- Good. Fox fur? -- Good.

Dior? -- Perfection.

Christian Dior Full Length Chevron Fox Fur Coat
Christian Dior Full Length Chevron Fox Fur Coat
Christian Dior Full Length Chevron Fox Fur Coat
Christian Dior Full Length Chevron Fox Fur Coat

Beautiful 1980s full length chevron fox fur coat by Christian Dior. AMAZING piece! Patchwork panels of both crystal and natural black fox fur. Standing collar and exaggerated sleeves. Insanely long ankle-grazing length. Hidden fur closures down the front. Side pockets. Monogrammed "Christian Dior" lining. Fully labeled. Pristine vintage condition. Freshly cleaned and glazed - ready to wear!

Available online at http://www.bustownmodern.com.

2.11.2015

Continuity of Cardin's Couture

Every great artist, musician + designer constantly strives to push boundaries, explore new styles + create new things. Pierre Cardin has spent over 60 years being a master of just that. Even the best "boundary-pushers," however, have a signature style -- a "library" of elements they constantly reference throughout their career + body of work. Cardin's library includes many iconic elements, from his use of unusual fabrics + trims to specific architectural constructions + stitching.



Iconic 1958 Pleat-back coat. Photo by Georges Dambierelle


1980 "Computers" collection, L'Officiel


1980 "Computers" collection, L'Officiel


Draped cape coat, 1980 L'Officiel


Fin back coat, 1980 L'Officiel


Pierre Cardin fitting model, c.1980


Lace dress c.1987, Philadelphia Museum of Art


1987 Haute couture fin back coat, L'Officiel


We are pleased to bring you this iconic vintage 1987 Pierre Cardin haute couture fin-back coat. A well documented and coveted piece. Truly iconic, one-of-a-kind find in a classic Cardin avant garde cut.

Pierre Cardin 1987 Haute Couture Fin Back Cape Coat
Pierre Cardin 1987 Haute Couture Fin Back Cape Coat
Pierre Cardin 1987 Haute Couture Fin Back Cape Coat
Pierre Cardin 1987 Haute Couture Fin Back Cape Coat
Pierre Cardin 1987 Haute Couture Fin Back Cape Coat
Pierre Cardin 1987 Haute Couture Fin Back Cape Coat

Heavy-weight magenta wool with single asymmetrical button closure. Amazing trapeze shape with huge draped fin construction that gives this piece the most amazing movement. Oversize shoulder pads. Unlined. Fully labeled. Pristine vintage condition. Made to measure haute couture piece - can easily fit multiple sizes due to construction. For purchase inquiries, visit http://www.bustownmodern.com.




1988 double-breasted wool coat dress, L'Officiel

c 1992 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Skirt and Tunic Shift Dress
c 1992 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Skirt and Tunic Shift Dress
c 1992 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Skirt and Tunic Shift Dress

c. 1992/93 Pierre Cardin haute couture ensemble. Incredible, extremely hard to find piece. Dark navy blue light to mid-weight wool crepe. Simple high-waisted skirt tapers at the knee. Matching tunic features wide set shoulders and tapered cocoon cut body. Standing ivory-colored notched collar snaps in back. Hidden zipper in back. Fully lined in silk. For purchase inquiries, visit http://www.bustownmodern.com.




Tie-waist jacket, 1964 L'Officiel


Vinyl-tie wool coat, 1970 L'Officiel


1992 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Spring collection, L'Officiel


1992 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Spring collection, detail


1993 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture tie-waist jacket, L'Officiel

Vintage 1993 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Vinyl Tie Houndstooth Jacket
Vintage 1993 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Vinyl Tie Houndstooth Jacket
Vintage 1993 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Vinyl Tie Houndstooth Jacket
Vintage 1993 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Vinyl Tie Houndstooth Jacket

Beautiful vintage haute couture houndstooth jacket by Pierre Cardin, c. 1993. Incredible classic Cardin avant garde construction featuring his signature vinyl circle ties at the waist. Oversize shoulders with slightly nipped waist and huge slits up each side. Very lightweight ultra soft wool. Unlined. Fully labeled. Excellent vintage condition. For purchase inquiries, visit http://www.bustownmodern.com.


Vintage 1993 Pierre Cardin Couture Houndstooth Jacket with Vinyl Tie
Vintage 1993 Pierre Cardin Couture Houndstooth Jacket with Vinyl Tie
Vintage 1993 Pierre Cardin Couture Houndstooth Jacket with Vinyl Tie
Vintage 1993 Pierre Cardin Couture Houndstooth Jacket with Vinyl Tie

Absolutely awesome vintage F/W 1992/93 Pierre Cardin haute couture houndstooth jacket. Button front with oversize shoulders, nipped waist and front ties with classic Cardin vinyl dots accenting the end of each tie. Mid-weight wool. Fully lined. Excellent vintage condition.


All pieces available online at http://www.bustownmodern.com.