Seductive off the Shoulder

Holiday Party! This blouse screams Holiday Party. If you have a nice collar bone, this is the best way to flaunt it, via Yves Saint Laurent. The material used in this blouse is a gold and black lame, done in an abstract maze print. Skinny black jeans and a pair of gold 4" heels are all this hot little top needs to feel complete. There was a small tear on one of the sleeves that we have repaired, but other than that, the blouse is excellent condition.


Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche gold and black lame off the shoulder blouse, c. 1980's. Contemporary size 4-8. SOLD

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Celine keep all.

From the Parisian house Celine, we have a fabulous 1970's carry all. The colors used in this bag are perfect for fall. The bag is constructed from suede, with the iconic Celine horizontal link pattern in fawn, over the dark chocolate background. The accents and handles are smooth dark brown leather that wrap from one side, around to the other. There is a leather oval on the front of the bag that has the classic Celine emblem emblazoned on it. This bag is great for a day trip, everything one would need for a jont along the coast can be held in this carry all.

Celine brown suede carry all, c. 1970's. Measures 8 X 8 X 14

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BOTTEGA BONANZA

A bonanza of Bottega Veneta bags from the 1980s have arrived at Decades. All just re-conditioned by our master leather repairman, the shapes are easy and soft signature Intrecciato leather shoulder styles in fantastic fall colors that truly never go out of style. Bottega bags have always been of the ultimate quality and these five examples are affordable alternatives to the very pricey bags currently sold at Bottega Veneta boutiques today.

Bottega Veneta black Intrecciato leather shoulder bag, c. 1980s. 3 x 10 x 13 SOLD

Bottega Veneta dark brown Intrecciato leather shoulder bag, c. 1980s 3 x 10 x 13 SOLD

Bottega Veneta caramel Intrecciato leather shoulder bag, c. 1980s 2 x 10 x 11SOLD

Bottega Veneta teal Intrecciato leather small shoulder bag, c. 1980s 3 x 7 x 9 SOLD

Bottega Veneta grey Intrecciato leather shoulder bag c. 1980s 5 x 10 x 11 SOLD

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Gather'round Children

Pull up a tree stump and gather around the fire, we are about to sing Koumbya. The only ensemble that a Decades client would be caught wearing to a fireside sing-along is this Yves Saint Laurent folk ensemble. While the rest of the camp is laden with spaghetti straps and jean cut-offs ( a big Decades No-No), you, our loyal readers, will be covered head to toe in Rive Gauche. This ensemble consists of two pieces, a peasant top and a prairie skirt. Both pieces are cotton with a batik style pattern in red, blue, green, yellow, and taupe. The two items can easily be worn as separates, with jeans (not cut-offs, though), white shirt, etc.



Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche folk ensemble, c.1970's. Marked size 40, contemporary size 4-6. SOLD

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YOGA PRACTIONER NEEDED

In doing research on the Gianni Versace diffusion label "Istante," we discovered that it was started in March of 1985 as a ready-to-wear line of "conservative chic" designed by Gianni, his longtime companion Antonio D'Amico, and his sister, Donatella. In looking at the 1990s red halter jersey Istante dress below, we do not see an ounce of conservative, but we do see chic in spades! The slinky red jersey halter ties at the waist at cowls at the back. It doesn't have much hanger appeal, but put this on a body and the dress comes alive and flows with your every move. Yoga practicing body encouraged to buy this!

Istante by Gianni Versace viscose jersey red halter, c 1990s. Marked size 42, modern 4 to 6
SOLD

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CHLOE COLOR BLOCK

We could hear Project Runway's Tim Gunn's voice in the background saying: "Designers, this is an example of a great day dress" when we received this vintage Chloe today. This is truly an example of a great day dress -- delicious crepe silk with chic wide-arm sleeves, a round neck, sashed waist, and color blocked in yellow, turquoise and black. The top of the dress has a few gathers where the yellow and black meet and the back has four faithful buttons for a bit of a peak-a-boo detail. Another reminder that Karl Lagerfeld is one of the greatest living Createurs in fashion, his design for Chloe from the 1980s is still streamlined and moderne after over 20 years.


Chloe by Karl Lagerfeld for Saks Fifth Avenue color block wide sleeveless dress, c. 1980s. Marked size 40, modern size 6 SOLD

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The EVERY belt!

Decades has just received two great belts that can be worn any way you wish. The designer is unknown, but the looks are fabulous. The first belt is a long black snakeskin with black tassels on either end. The length and width make this belt extremely versatile. It can be worn high waist, low waist, or even around the neck as a very uncommon scarf. The second belt has two main sections. First, is the leather middle portion of the belt with gold piping that is the central focus of the piece. Second, coming off of the leather mid-section there are several black and gold cords on either side. The cords wind around one another to form one large cord that frays at the end. The frayed cords on the ends of the belt are studded with black and gold beads. Both of these pieces will wake up the most drab of outfits. If you are the sort that loves the white t-shirt and blue jean ensemble, both of these belts are screaming your name.

Anonymous black snakeskin belt with black tassel, c.1980's. Size NA SOLD

Anonymous black and gold cord belt with leather band, c. 1980's. Size NA SOLD

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TAFETTA Smörgåsbord

Since the Renaissance period, taffeta has been considered a desirable fabric and is still considered a "high end" fabric in the 21st Century. Although piece dyed taffeta may be used as curtains, the yarn dyed taffeta concoctions designed by Yves Saint Laurent are about as far removed from curtains as one can get.

The first taffeta concoction features a base of black velvet with dramatic puffy sleeves and belt in pewter. The plunge of the dress insures a blend of sexiness and classy lady in one size 38 dress to impress.

The second taffeta concoction is taffeta times three. This is a taffeta ensemble for those who what to do taffeta head-to-toe. It starts with a ruffle collar blouse of white taffeta trimmed in black. The skirt is two layers - a base of black taffeta that is full and longer than the top layer of black taffeta trimmed with a grand ruffle of white taffeta. One can certainly wear each piece individually or surrender to the full look - an iconic and eye catching entrance maker for a Grand Night.

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche pewter taffeta and black velvet cocktail dress, c early 1980s. Marked 38, modern 4 to 6 SOLD

Yves Saint Laurent 3 piece ensemble of black and white taffeta, c late 1970s. All pieces marked size 38, modern 4 to 6

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TRANSITIONAL TRIGERE

Tis the season to transition info your fall wardrobe. The leaves will soon turn rust and brown, the sun is setting earlier each evening, and the temperatures are dropping across the nation. It's hard to say goodbye to the carefree days of the Summer of 08, and this Pauline Trigere ensemble is a perfect way to keep the feeling of summer alive even though the calendar says it's nearly October.

The languid black chiffon dress has a beautiful leaf print in brown, gold, and bronze. Should a chill be in the air, the optional soft blouson jacket can be added. (We think the jacket is lovely worn with a tank top and a pair of jeans, too). This is another one of those great "two-fers": flow-y dress and flow-y jacket. Wear them together or wear them solo, you will just be happy to own them.

Pauline Trigere for Bergdorf Goodman black printed chiffon transitional floaty dress and jacket, c 1970s. Marked size 10, Modern 6 to 8 SOLD

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GET YOUR ICON ON

Just back from a spa cleaning at Hermes are three completely iconic handbags that every Decades client should have in her closet. The Hermes Rouge Constance bag in boxed leather is double iconic -- the style of the bag remains a classic and the color is a signature of the House. The two Kelly bags are both wonderful vintage examples of the adored Kelly in 32 cm. These three purses are for the savvy Decades shopper looking for Hermes bags that have been adored for a few decades, but are still in wonderful pre-owned and vintage condition. These are not Hermes bags for the Decades shopper who wants a bag that looks like it came straight out of an orange Hermes box and was purchased a few hours ago.

If you love your handbags to have a little character, but still be in terrific condition, these bags are for you. Plus, they are priced at less than half the price of a brand new version of a Constance or Kelly bag, so think of the money you might save!

Hermes Constance in Hermes Rouge box leather, K Circle for 1981 SOLD

Hermes Kelly in black box leather, c 1960s. SOLD

Hermes Kelly in brown box leather, c early 1970s. SOLD

All bags have JUST been re-conditioned by Hermes in Beverly Hills. All bags are sold with their orange sleeper bag/dust cover.

For additional information, please email blog@decadesinc.com or call + 1 323 655-0223. You may also visit us in person at Decades 8214 1/2 Melrose Avenue (2nd Floor) at Harper Avenue in Los Angeles, California. Please reference the description above, if calling or emailing. For email requests, kindly include your full name and phone number plus City, State, and Country from which you are contacting