KATE THE GREAT

No matter what she wears, she captivates. She is not driven by trends, she creates them. The skinny jeans, the boho chic tops, the flat boots, the vests, the denim cut offs, and the famous retro sequin dresses, Kate Moss has inspired and continues to do so. It is her cool attitude and innate style that make her different and definitely a style authority. She has inspired many artists and photographers as well and that is what Christie's is celebrating, a collection of art inspired by Kate Moss which goes on live auction on September 25th. With photographs from Craig McDean,  Chris Levine and Allen Jones, Kate Moss has been captured by many artist creating striking images. Like the Asher Penn photographs of Kate Moss that are featured in our latest windows at Decades created by the amazing Jeff Snyder and Jarred Cairns. The art pieces come to us from Cameron Silver's personal archive and they will be on display at Decades for a limited time. Cameron too is a Moss fan and inspired by her coolness. 

Kate Moss inspires us at Decades everyday and with that feeling we put together a collection of pieces that Kate would wear. You can shop it here on our website. Some of the pieces featured on our window are Tom Ford for Gucci sequin dress, Nina Ricci powder blue fur, vintage leopard fur, Stella McCartney pant suit and Judith Leiber Swarovski evening bag and more. 

Stop by to check out the windows and click here to own something that would make you look as cool as Kate!

-Eri

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PERHAPS THE BEST DRESS OF THE 1990S

I am a huge fan of Tom Ford's work at Gucci and it's amazing to think that this iconic jersey column gown with keyhole revealing gilt hardware suspended by a thong is from fall 1996.  It could be coming down a runway today and still be heralded. As shot by Mario Testino and worn by South African model Georgina Granville in this famous Gucci ad campaign pictured below, the look continues to be modern, provocative, and ultimately timeless.  I really do think it is one of the great dresses of the 1990s.  We have just received the black version of this formidable gown which is a true collectible.  Ford was definitely influenced by both Halston and Rudi Gernreich and this is a perfect example of Ford's formidable work for Gucci.  Do you agree this is the gown of the decade?  It's in my book by the way!

-Cameron

Gucci by Tom Ford jersey black dress with hip cut out detail and coordinating panties, Fall 1996. Marked size 40, 4 to 8 SOLD

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YVES SAINT LAURENT THEN AND NOW

This month we are celebrating all things Yves Saint Laurent with our vibrant display of Vintage and modern YSL pieces.  Whether you find yourself gallivanting through the gardens of Marrakech in a silk chiffon caftan created by Mr. Saint Laurent, or making your grand entrance at one of the soon to be renamed Yves Saint Laurent boutiques in a Pilati jumpsuit or Ford masterpiece, the message from YSL is consistent.  Mr. Saint Laurent had an affinity for the essence of femininity, noting his subtle highlights of her features from backless couture gowns to the dramatic bows he would place along the neck and lower back to highlight the erogenous zones of his many adoring fans.  You will find one of a kind Rive Gauche Haute Couture pieces hand embroidered at Lesage and some of the last pieces of the era’s of Ford and Pilati adorning our shelves.  We invite you in to see the magnificence that is Yves Saint Laurent and pay homage to one of the greatest designers I had the privilege of working for.  While the house may be changing its name, it is clear from our beautiful collection that what was YSL and will always be Yves Saint Laurent will remain timeless and should find a place in your closet before one of our adoring collectors takes it home before you. 

-Geoffrey

YSL Haute Couture chiffon caftan in lime, c.1980's. Modern size 4 to 8. SOLD

YSL Haute Couture chiffon floral print caftan, c.1980's. Modern size 4 to 8. SOLD

Stefano Pilati for YSL black and red jumpsuit, cruise 2011. Modern size 6. SOLD

Tom Ford for YSL blouse with ties front and sleeves in black, c. 2000. Modern size 4.

Tom Ford for YSL velvet skirt with fringe detail in black, c.2000. Modern size 6.  SOLD

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