Going, Going . . .

For those of you that follow the blog religiously (as all of you should) you may have noticed us posting a lot of Hervé Léger. Well I am sad to announce that this is the last of that amazing Couture Herve collection. What better dress to close the collection than the simple black bandage dress?

This dress represents everything that Hervé Léger stood for: simple, sexy and flawless. The straps cling just off the shoulder exposing an effortless décolletage. From there the black bands tenderly constrict the body as they wind down the thighs to the knee high slit in back.

I would pair this gown with a pair of 6" black snakeskin Louboutins and a blood red shade of lipstick.

*Daniel*

Hervé Léger Couture long black bandage dress, c. early 90's. Marked small, contemporary size 4. SOLD

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SHOW ME THE LIGHT

This is not the ideal shot to showcase a Hermes 40 cm Olive Clemence Birkin (unused and brand new in the box - all the accouterments are there), but we wanted you to see the distinct color that only the natural light would provide. We will be posting the detail shots of this bag on Monday, but this is a little color tease. We have never had this color before! Take this Birkin on your next camping trip! It's big enough to hold your tent!
-Cameron

FRINGE WITH BENEFITS

We get a lot of calls from people excited to sell their vintage treasures. Every call is a possibility of something fabulous, but alas not always a guarantee of closet filled with temptations. Case in point: Last week a lovely woman contacted me about her clothing which included Givenchy Couture, Loris Azzaro, and this Norma Kamali ombre fringe dress. I had previously purchased a great navy and white Lanvin a few years ago from the same stylish woman, so naturally I was anticipating a major haul. Alas, the only piece that moved me was this Kamali fringe dress. She wore it while performing in Las Vegas circa 1980 when she had a hit disco single (dying to find the You Tube video!).

I always love fringe and am always drawn to anything tonal or ombre. This is a dress for celebrating and dancing. I must inform you that the skirt is completely revealing, so when the fringe shimmies, you may be showing your hiney. Consequently, when the original owner performed in this dress, she wore matching pants. If hot pants aren't your thing, I love figuring out sartorial solutions with clients, so perhaps we could add a jersey slip or a body suit. I would avoid spanks. Think of me as a friend with benefits (stylish ones) and this dress as fun fringe with benefits!

-Cameron



Norma Kamali red and raspberry fringe spaghetti strap dress, c. 1980s. Modern size 2

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VEGAS IS CALLING

Dear Friends,
I hope those feeling "lucky" might join me in Las Vegas on Sunday, the 13th for a fun shopping event at Scoop NYC within The Forum Shops of Caesars Palace where I will be presenting the Decades Denim collection.
-Cameron

Perfect Contradiction

Who says you can' t wear plastic and crystals together! Certainty not YSL, on the contrary Saint Laurent loved combining plastic and crystals. These bracelets are a stunning marriage of both and are exactly what any spring outfit thirsts for. Simply Divine!

Saint Laurent loved cuffs! Especially worn on both wrists.




YSL Rive Gauche bangle in black plastic with half dome multi- color Swarovski crystals. S/S' 84 Collection. Measures 2" with a 8" circumference.

YSL Rive Gauche bangle in pink plastic with half dome Swarovski crystals. S/S' 84 Collection. Measures 2" with a 8" circumference. SOLD


YSL Rive Gauche bangle in orange plastic with half dome Swarovski crystals. S/S' 84 Collection. Measures 2" with a 8" circumference. SOLD


YSL Rive Gauche bangle in orange plastic with half dome Swarovski crystals. S/S' 84 Collection. Measures 2" with a 8" circumference. SOLD

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YSL Trilogy

With jewelry as magnificent as these YSL pieces, you are guaranteed to have all eyes on you wwhen you enter a room. The soft lavender pearls are contrasted perfectly with the ravishing blues.

The previous owner, a former YSL employee, noted... "Saint Laurent's love of a grand statement is personified in this grand dame necklace- A rare beauty."

- Monica


YSL Rive Gauche 5 strand of faux purple pearls and blue faceted glass beads with royal blue and turquoise faceted resin gems. F/W' 82 Collection. Measures 18" x 2"

YSL Rive Gauche 5 strands of lavender faux pearls with royal blue faceted gems. F/W' 82 Collection. Measures 7" x 2"


YSL Rive Gauche 5 strands of lavender faux pearls with royal blue faceted gems. F/W' 82 Collection. Measures 7" x 2"
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, so may offer you a high level of personal service.

Out of the Rolling Ocean...

Saint Laurent loved to celebrate the beauty of nature. There's something special to be said about the ocean's mystery and beauty, what better way to put my thoughts into words than with this poem by the great Walt Whitman: Out of the Rolling Ocean, the Crowd.

OUT of the rolling ocean, the crowd, came a drop gently to me,

Whispering, I love you, before long I die,

I have travel’d a long way, merely to look on you, to touch you,

For I could not die till I once look’d on you,

For I fear’d I might afterward lose you.

Now we have met, we have look’d, we are safe;

Return in peace to the ocean, my love;

I too am part of that ocean, my love—we are not so much separated;

Behold the great rondure—the cohesion of all, how perfect!

But as for me, for you, the irresistible sea is to separate us,

As for an hour, carrying us diverse—yet cannot carry us diverse for ever;

Be not impatient—a little space—Know you, I salute the air, the ocean and the land,

Every day, at sundown, for your dear sake, my love.

- Monica




YSL Rive Gauche long gold chain triple strand with 2 star fish necklace. S/S' 89 Collection. Measures 18" long. Starfish 3" x 3" SOLD

YSL Rive Gauche gold oval shaped dome earrings. S/S' 89 Collection. Measures 2" x 1 1/4"
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

Match Made In Heaven

YSL introduced plastic into high fashion in the 1960's. Being able to mix and match an amazing couture piece with a dazzling resin cuff like the ones shown below conveyed a message of beauty and versatility that Laurent wanted to be known for. From leopard to wood, Saint Laurent loved taking risks with materials and patterns; these cuffs are no exception! Beauty has no boundaries and these are casual and fun!!

- Monica


YSL Rive Gauche peach and black spotted cuff in plastic. S/S 86'. Measures 6 1/2" x 2 1/4" with a 1" opening YSL Rive Gauche white and black spotted cuff in plastic. S/S 86'. Measures 6 1/2" x 2 1/4" with a 1" opening
YSL Rive Gauche brown and black plastic and leopard pattern and elastic closure. S/S' 86. Measures 6 1/2" x 1 1/2"
YSL Rive Gauche walnut and rosewood with elastic closure. S/S' 87. Measures 7" x 2"
YSL Rive Gauche blue and black plastic and leopard pattern and elastic closure. S/S' 86. Measures 6 1/2" x 1 1/2". SOLD
YSL Rive Gauche white plastic with black criss cross with Swarovski crystal in lay in clear. S/S' 86. Measures 6 1/2" x 2" with a 1" opening. SOLD
YSL Rive Gauche caramel plastic with black criss cross with topaz and iridescent crystal Swarovski inlay. S/S' 86. Measures 6 1/2" x 2" with a 1" opening.
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, so may offer you a high level of personal service.

Video Killed the Skirt Suit. . .

But we are bringing it back in a big way! This teal wool ribbed Thierry Mugler skirt suit is a impeccable representation of the Mugler woman. She's not afraid of color, doesn't take lip from anyone, and if she wants something she takes it. You, too, can be a Mugler woman; all it takes is a skirt suit and the right attitude, maybe a pair of black patent Louboutins and a blow-out for good measure. Now that you've met the Mugler woman, watch the video below to see the Mugler man.

*Daniel*

Thierry Mugler teal wool skirt suit, c.90's. Marked size 36, contemporary size 4.

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, so may offer you a high level of personal service.

Make A Statement!

Yves Saint Laurent loved surprises! The S/S' 90 Paris show had photographers snapping like crazy as one model after another walked the runway wearing gowns, dresses, and tops that revealed either one or both breasts. Quelle surprise! The bare breasts were covered by magnificent multi-strand necklaces. One more dazzling than the next! The one in the center is one of our favorites; a feast for the eyes.

- Monica




YSL 6 Strands of faceted topaz glass beads with 4 faceted square black jet gems. F/W '84 Collection. Measures 15" x 3"

YSL Double strand glazed ceramic beads, venetian glass beads with 4 strands dangling with frosted glass beads etc. S/S '90 Collection SOLD
YSL 4 Strands of green faceted glass beads with amethyst glass tear drops. F/W '87 Collection. Measures 16" x 3"
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, so may offer you a high level of personal service.

Crystal Candy

When all else fails leave it to YSL to satisfy your yearning for stunning one-of-a-kind jewelry! Each piece is meticulously hand-crafted to perfection, ready to make a statement whether you're off to a night at the opera or a fabulous gala, these beauties will last a lifetime!

-Monica



YSL Rive Gauche iridescent Swarovski crystals with black glass free form dangles. F/W '88 Collection. Measures 5" x 1" YSL Rive Gauche long dangles in blue resin "leaf" design set in silver. F/W '88 Collection. Measures 4.5" x 2"SOLD
YSL Rive Gauche matte gray metal "diamond" shaped triple dangles w/ half dome Swarovski crystals in each diamond. S/S '84 Collection.


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GO GREEN

As one of the original purveyors of "Green" fashion, I am happy to present a truly authentic green and 'Green" gown that will have fashionistas green with envy. This early 90s Thierry Mugler forest green strapless corset gown features dramatic peacock feathers sprouting from the top and bottom of the fishtail. The skirt of the dress is incredibly dramatic...longer in the front, but revealing oodles of plumes from the back. All you need to do is add some emeralds and you are pretty much set to for winning an award for being the Queen of Green.
-Cameron

Thierry Mugler early 90s forest green silk taffeta peacock feather corset gown. Marked size 38. Contemporary 4 to 6 SOLD

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Just Beyond The Sunset

Yves Saint Laurent loved finding inspiration in all of his surroundings, especially nature. Yesterday in LA we were fortunate enough to witness one of the most beautiful sunsets so far this season. The sky was full of blazing reds, sultry oranges and exquisite yellows similar to the picture given below. Coming into the office today we could not help but recognize the same gorgeous colors in these YSL pieces.

The previous owner, a former YSL employee said, "Saint Laurent Never underestimated the beauty of man made materials. When in the hands of YSL- He always created extraordinary works of art."

- Monica






YSL Red, peach, yellow resin "gem" oval shaped with gunmetal bezel. F/W 81' Collection. Measures 19"x 2"


YSL Peach resin oval "gems" ear clips with gunmetal bezel. F/W 81" Collection.
Measures 2 1/2" x 2"
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BACK IT UP

The biggest fashion statement at the Golden Globes wasn't what you saw head-on, but rather what you saw when the star turned around and exposed her bare back. In particular, Anne Hathaway's dramatic Prive gown revealed a racy back when she turned around and that made me think of our selections that have a demure front but a plunging back. I love the look.

This ivory Valentino gown has a clean long shift silhouette with intricate embroidered straps (the straps actually look celestial with their delicate silver embroidery and pearl applique) that meet and twist just below the neck to unveil the exposed back. There are two back slits on each side of the skirt portion of the dress that a) make this dress easy to walk in, and b) continue the notion that leaving a room is just as exciting as entering it. This could be an amazing dress for a bride. Who wouldn't want to get married in vintage Valentino...especially a Valentino that looks gorgeous from every angle, just like a bride should look on her big day!



Valentino Boutique white crepe column gown with celestial embroidered straps, c early 1980s. Marked size 8, modern size 4 to 6 SOLD

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A Love Affair, by Mugler

We have some great Thiery Mugler right now, so I thought I would continue the celebration of the recently-walked Mugler men's line with the perfect dress to match the suit above. To get you in the mood for a little romance I thought I might tickle your pituitary with a little poem by John Keats.

When I have fears that I may cease to be
Before my pen has glean'd my teeming brain,
Before high-piled books, in charactery,
Hold like rich garners the full ripen'd grain;
When I behold, upon the night's starr'd face,
Huge cloudy symbols of a high romance,
And think that I may never live to trace
Their shadows, with the magic hand of chance;
And when I feel, fair creature of an hour,
That I shall never look upon thee more,
Never have relish in the faery power
Of unreflecting love;--then on the shore
Of the wide world I stand alone, and think
Till love and fame to nothingness do sink.

The perfect companion to the dashing denizen of the dark pictured above is the lovely little lady below. She sports a polished off the shoulder Über-modern wrap dress complete with chrome belt buckle. This resplendent couple would turn a few heads while draped over Moroccan pillows in some back room smoking a hookah and debating the importance of Proust. You can too if you buy this dress and find the perfect man...

*Daniel*

Thierry Mugler black polished cotton dress with chrome belt buckle, c.90's. Marked size 42, contemporary size 6.

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, so may offer you a high level of personal service