Red Carpet Ready in John Anthony!

We've been on a shopping spree here at Decades! Like you, the recent frenzy of activity on our blog has got us in a state--pulse racing out of control, eyes darting around the room, that frenetic, dizzy feeling... well, you get the picture. At the risk of plunging you into the depths of full-fledged obsession, we bring you this magnificent gown from American designer John Anthony. In delicate drapes of assymetric peach chiffon, you'll devastate the red carpet competition. Fits approximately a contemporary size 6.





John Anthony Assymetric Gathered Chiffon Goddess Gown in Peach, c. 1970s SOLD

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Chanel Glamour Roll!

Decades fêtes Chanel's LA debut with two more glorious bags from the 1980s! This oversized oxblood carryall in quilted leather will hold your every earthly possession in style. The leather is soft to the touch and flawless in its complexion; measures 16" by 12". Next is an creme-colored evening bag in smooth quilted satin. The long shoulder strap is leather with gold hardware, as is the ornamental fringe tassel attached to the side. The dimension of the evening bag are 8" by 5".

Chanel Oxblood Quilted Leather Purse with Gold Hardware, c. 1980s SOLD

Chanel Creme Satin Quilted Evening Bag with Gold Hardware and Ornamental Leather Tassel, c. 1980s SOLD

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Chanel Cruises into LA

Tonight, Chanel roars onto the LA fashion scene with the presentation of its 2008 Cruise Collection in Santa Monica. What better way to celebrate this momentous occasion than with two iconic drawstring bags from the 1980s, which demonstrate the timeless chic that makes Chanel so special? Our photography doesn't do this first bag justice: the sumptuous black calfskin leather is soft to the touch and remains in perfect condition. The second bag is no less exciting in lipstick red pebbled caviar leather. Both bags feature Chanel's gold interlocking CC logo, chainlink handles, and leather drawstrings. The measurements are 8" at the base by 9.5" high. Our last collection of Chanel handbags flew out of stock, so make sure to act quickly!



Chanel Iconic Bucket Bag in Black Leather with Gold Hardware, c. 1980s SOLD

Chanel Iconic Bucket Bag in Lipstick Red Caviar Leather with Gold Hardware, c. 1980sSOLD

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Yves Saint Laurent Jewelry Extravaganza

Costume jewelry fanatics are guaranteed to freak out over our latest acquisitions from Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. Here are some highlights from our rapidly-disappearing collection:

An autumn-inspired "gold leaf" necklace with oversize pearls and encrusted with crystals, c. late 1980s

Oversized "Wilma"-style gold and violet stone choker, c. late 1980s.

A decadent cross medalion necklace with jewels in fuschia, crimson, and lavender, c. late 1980s
SOLD

An extremely rare gold flower cutout necklace with brilliant polished resin centerpiece and oversized crystals, from the Spring/Summer 1990 collection. SOLD

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Drama Queens Unite!

Looking for some wild couture to spruce up your wardrobe? A blouse that channels your inner Shakespeare, perhaps, or a cape to shroud your evening escapades in mystery? Decades presents three over-the-top gems that will put you center stage in that little production known as life. First, for your viewing pleasure, this custom creme satin bolero with black velvet piping would be perfect for an night at the opera; we think it would look particularly chic paired with a classic black evening gown.



Get a little romantic in a shimmery rose cape by M Design from the 1970s! For us, it conjures up images of the English countryside, a woman riding horseback, a vision in crisp, smooth taffeta pleats. It's the perfect companion piece for your equestrian rendezvous--or, if you lack a horse and stables, a saunter through the Malibu hills at dusk should suffice.

Finally, a custom cape and blouse ensemble illuminates the virtues of a stylish woman in delicate swirls of blush and apricot with streaks of gold lame. We've photographed the blouse and cape together and apart; notice the beautiful detailing on the blouse, especially the billowy sleeve and the peasant collar.

Anonymous Creme Satin Bolero with Black Velvet Piping, c. 1970s SOLD

M Design Rose-Colored Shimmery Taffeta Cape with Pleats, c. 1970s SOLD

Anonymous Blouse and Capelet in Apricot Swirls and Gold Lame, c. 1970s SOLD

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Look Who's Gorgeous?

Here are two lovely ladies looking stunning in vintage from Decades, accompanied by their partners on the fashionable red carpets of Academy of Country Music Awards and ABC's Upfronts. Faith Hill in a one shoulder Bob Bugnand
Rebecca Romijn in vintage Ungaro Couture floral print silk dress.

They both got it right and they got it at DECADES!

FUN IN THE SUN

We are always looking for sexy little, flirty summer day dresses that can take you into night. Here's a fun and affordable example that was retailed by I Magnin in the 1980s. A black background silk saucer print with a peak-a-boo laced up back. We like the little surprise when you turn around and the layered skirt, too.
I Magnin Silk flirty print day dress. Contemporary size 4 - 6. SOLD
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JESSICA SIMPSON IN BALMAIN

Here's a photo of Jessica Simpson from last night's UNESCO benefit in Cologne, Germany. Avid blog readers might recognize this dress. Yes, it's the lovely Balmain Ivorie one shoulder purple jersey gown. Smart shoppers read and shop the Decades blog. And Jessica Simpson is both smart and a Decades shopper, consequently :)

One-of-a-Kind Gail Simmons Creations

Beverly Hills designer Gail Simmons created one-of-a-kind dresses for LA's most fashionable women in the 1980s. Now, Decades is pleased to offer two of her delicious designs for your viewing pleasure! The first is a strapless white cocktail dress with an ornamental fringe of crystal, embroidery, and beaded globes; it fits a contemporary size 4 to 6. The second is a dramatic full-length gown in black satin silk with a flower-encrusted bustle and gold piping. It's super slinky and red carpet ready! Fits a contemporary size 6 to 8.





Gail Simmons White Strapless Cocktail Dress with Intricate Fringe, c. 1980s

Gail Simmons Black Satin-Silk Gown with Gold Floral Embellishment and Bustle, c. 1980s SOLD

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Totally Crazy for this Adele Simpson Dress!

This Adele Simpson dress from the 1970s is kind of kooky-crazy. But we're definitely feeling the convergence of diverse design elements like shades of scarlet fabric, floral lamé swirls, and asymmetic pleats. It's got an ethnic-bohemian vibe, it's totally out of control, and we love it. Fits a contemporary size 4.

Adele Simpson Shades of Scarlet Dress with Flamboyant Lamé Swirls, c. 1970s

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Forties Fashion for Fall!

Once again, the winds of change are whipping through the fashion industry. Pack up your girly gettups and frilly frocks this autumn--classic, womanly designs dominated the fall runways and are sure to be staples for your wardrobe this winter. We can't help but be excited for the return of refinement as we gaze upon these glorious 1940s crepe blouses by our favorite designer, Anonyme. Each exudes a unique sense of sophistication with one-of-a-kind crystal embrodery; plus, each is sure to make a fabulous companion piece to your new looks from Gucci and Marc Jacobs.





Anonymous 1940s Short-Sleeve Blouse with V-Pattern Crystal Embroidery SOLD

Anonymous 1940s Short-Sleeve Blouse with Keyhole Cutout and Radiant Embroidery

Anonymous 1940s Long-Sleeve Blouse with Autumn Leaf Crystal Embroidery SOLD

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Ceil Chapman Silk Dress

This creme-colored silk Ceil Chapman dress evokes the carefree days of a childhood summer! (Yes, we're reaching.) It is a rather fetching dress, though, isn't it? We think the scoop neck and cap sleeves really give this dress a youthful vibe. And the bugle-bead pattern is exquisite--definitely a great piece for any style maven's wardrobe.

Ceil Chapman Creme Silk Dress with Bugle Bead Embroidery, c. late 1950s Contemporary size 6 SOLD

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SHINY HAPPY PEOPLE!

Shiny happy people will love these shiny and happy options for you. Gold and silver. Dress and accessory. We are feeling a mixed metal moment, so maybe dare to wear these together?

YSL Variation liquid gold jersey skirt shown as strapless dress deadstock Summer 1987 marked size 42

Gucci early 80s silver paillette evening purse SOLD

MOM LOVES VINTAGE CHANEL!

Just in time for Mother's Day, two great classic late 70s/early 80s Chanel bags:

Chanel black jersey wave pattern 8 1/2 by 5 1/2 purse

Chanel navy quilted leather diamond pattern classic purse 9 1/2 by 6 SOLD

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MUGLER IN ICE AND STEEL

Forget fire and ice, now it's all about ice and steel, This spaghetti strap DEADSTOCK early 90s Mugler dress is in a beautiful shade of light ice blue silk, but trimmed with a bold steel edge and features a dramatic swag of fabric that one can wrap and attach or wear it as have it shown here just as an attached wrap.

Thierry Mugler early 90s ice and steel deadstock gown marked size 38, but it's a very narrow modern 4

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CHANEL BY NIGHT

Here are two great silk evening purses early 80s Chanel featuring a very distinguished chain strap that we are all mad for. Chanel quilted diamond CC motif pattern silk evening purse c early 80s 6 inches at base SOLD

Chanel silk quilted crescent shape with long stroke pattern with Gripoix motif detail early 80s evening purse 7 1/2 by 6 inches

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