THIS CAMEL DOESN'T NEED WATER

Hermes 40cm Birkin in camel tabac taurillon clemence leather with gold hardware, G Stamp for for 2003. Pre-owned, but excellent condition having just been to the Hermes Spa in Bev Hills. No box, sleeper bag included. SOLD

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THE LAYERED LOOK ISN'T JUST FOR WINTER

Giorgio Sant'Angelo has a rather large oeuvre of designs ranging from 60s tie-dyed Hippie and Gypsy designs; to 70s Disco ready primary colored chiffon; to 80s Swarovski encrusted body-conscious stretch jersey. Sant'Angelo was an integral part of these three dynamic decades of fashion and this lilac layered crepe jersey day dress below is pure 70s minimalism packaged in a maximum of color. The construction of the dress features two coordinated layers of creped jersey attached at the top of the shoulders. That is the only place where they are connected so it feels like two layered dresses, although the top layer has an asymmetric hem that reveals the bottom layer. It all gets tied in together by the coordinating sash. So layers aren't just for winter!

Giorgio S'Ant Angelo for Bonwit Teller lilac layered crepe belted dress, c. 1970s. Modern 4 to 6

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BLUE JEAN/LIME/TABAC CAMEL

Which color Birkin are you? Details posting tomorrow, but we bet these will sell before! The top two bags are 35 cm, the cafe bag is a 40cm. All are pre-owned but in exemplary condition having JUST been spruced up by Hermes Beverly Hills! All SOLD

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The Summer Belongs to Lucite

There are two ways that Lucite can be worked into the world of fashion: Good and Bad. The exquisite Chanel cuff below would be Good. If you would like a point of reference, click here to see how BAD Lucite can be.

This cuff is perfect for summer! It is dotted with eight glass beads - two with Chanel gold logos and six with red, blue and green flowers. Pair this with a cute sundress, some sensible sandals and have some fun in the sun!

Chanel clear Lucite cuff with glass flower and logo beads, c.80's. SOLD

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KRISTIN KILLED IT!

If you haven't been closely following the blog lately you may have missed our many Kristin Davis moments on the red carpet. Lets recap some highlights with the help of our gorgeous friends at US Weekly, shall we?

From left to right...

Pink Jean Desses (link)
Silver Pierre Balmain (link)
Gold Norman Norell Mermaid (link)
Yellow Jean Patou by Christian Lacroix (link)
White Lesage top Pierre Balmain (link)
Green Christian Dior (link)

To view the two page glossy spread featuring our favorite Sex and the City star, grab the current issue (#801) of Us Weekly.

DECADESTWO IN SAN FRAN

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LOVE ART?

GET INVOLVED WITH LAND'S FIRST BENEFIT ON WEDNESDAY JULY 14TH. On behalf of the Board of Directors of Los Angeles Nomadic Division (LAND): Lisa Anastos, Christine Y. Kim, Shamim M. Momin, Thao Nguyen, Marin Hopper, Esthella Provas and Lauren Taschen, and LAND Benefit Co-Chairs: John Baldessari, Lori DeWolfe, James Franco, Liz Goldwyn, Eugenio Lopez, Salma Hayek Pinault and François-Henri Pinault, we are excited to announce our First Annual Benefit on Wednesday, July 14th and Thursday, July 15th, 2010.
The festivities will begin on July 14th with an intimate dinner at the home of Co-Chair Eugenio Lopez, a LAND patron and one of the world’s top 100 contemporary art collectors. On July 15th, there will be a fabulous Cocktail Party at the Sunset Tower Hotel. Gift Horse Project, a collective rotation of over 20 musicians and songwriters, will be curating two distinct performances for the two unique evenings. Additionally, a special benefit auction, comprised of select artists who have supported LAND in its endeavors, will be featured both nights

Los Angeles Nomadic Division (LAND) is a non-profit art organization founded in 2009 by LAND Director/Curator Shamim M. Momin, former contemporary curator at the Whitney Museum of American Art, and board member Christine Y. Kim, Associate Curator of Contemporary Art at the Los Angeles County Museum of Modern Art (LACMA).
LAND is a public art initiative committed to curating site- and situation-specific contemporary art project, in Los Angeles and beyond. LAND supports dynamic and unconventional artistic practices using a tripartite approach:
• Commissioning public projects of site- and situation-specific works with national and international contemporary artists
• Collaborating with a variety of institutions and organizations, such as universities, museums, and theaters as well as other types of spaces, industries, and entities
• Offering additional programs such as performances, workshops, residencies, discussions, and publications
LAND is an ongoing endeavor with three primary types of annual programming: LAND 1.0 projects are large-scale, multi-artist, multi-site exhibitions and single-site group exhibitions, LAND 2.0 projects feature a new commission by a single mid-career or established artist, and LAND 3.0 projects feature new work by lesser known or emerging artists.

And the Envelope Goes To...

Bottega Veneta, known for their unique leather-weaving technique, took a departure from the norm when they created this envelope style, tri-fold bag. Complete with not one, but two openings of varying styles (the back is a basic snap closure while the front features a tassel and pull type of closure). The strap provides an easy way to carry the bag traditionally over the shoulder or across the chest, for effortlessly chic daytime appeal.

The forest-green color is not only great for anchoring a flowy summer dress with the perfect wedge heel, this color also lends itself to an easy autumn accessories transition. The diagonally embossed grid design offers immense texture to this treasured Bottega piece. Grab a summer dress that inspires you, a pair of shades, and declare that "the Envelope Goes To...You!"

Bottega Veneta forest-green, envelope shoulder bag. Measures 9" x 2" x 8" SOLD

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Bottega 4 Everyone!

Just a little tease for today, "when your own initials are enough" prepare for a feast of leather goods over the coming week. We will be posting several 80's Bottega Veneta bags in delicious, vintage jewel-toned hues.

Phillip (not Lim)!

Every now and then a designer comes along with a rich history of culture, travel, and the right amount of Hollywood clout to set the fashion world on fire. This is exactly the story of the late Phillip Hulitar. From accompanying his mother to fashion shows in Paris as a young boy, to dressing Hollywood's elite, Mr. Hulitar definitely knew how to merge the intricacies of Haute Couture with the demands of Hollywood's powerhouses.

This muted-pink 1950s gown is one of Hulitar's signature creations just before his retirement in 1964. Made of satin and taffeta, everything about this piece tells us it's the perfect choice for a lovely summer black-tie event. Even better, the forgiving cut and pleated detail of this gown will force any insecurities about one's figure to fade once you slip it on. The petticoat (not pictured below) is a must-have for added volume and drama at any hot-ticketed summer gala. We also find the satin bows a nice addition; making this gown black-tie perfection for ages 15 and beyond!

Phillip Hulitar muted-pink, satin and taffeta gown, c. 50s. Modern size 4
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WHO CORRALLED THE CORAL HALSTON?

The lovely and talented Soleil Moon Frye seen here at the 9th Annual Chrysalis Butterfly Ball with her husband Jason Goldberg.

THE CORAL CORRAL

We had this coral Halston in our window, but that was last month so now this dress has been set free from the corral and ready for a savvy Decades client to put her lasso around this great example of 70s American glamorous and chic attire. The foundation of this dress is a layered halter gown with wide obi-inset waistband that allows for a demi-gathered dress to emerge. However, it's more then just a halter dress as an attached cape cascade offers typical Halston Studio 54 flair. This Halston may scream the 70s but it doesn't look anachronistic at all at a chic summer fete in 2010. That's the beauty of Decades, since we are all about timeless and iconic style.

Halston coral chiffon halter gown with attached cape, c. 70s. Modern size 4 SOLD

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Wedded Bliss

Unless you've been hiding in a cave, we're sure you are aware wedding season is underway. While many brides may choose a traditional wedding designer to outfit them, turning to a non-traditional wedding designer could equally suffice (and sometimes offer an extra dose of flair).

Known for his insistence on beauty and quality, Olivier Theyskens created nothing short of that when he sent this gown for Rochas down the runway during his Spring-Summer 2005 show. The first image above shows the actual gown on the runway in black. Meaning this gown was perhaps specially created in ivory, awaiting the perfect bride to be.

Made of ecru taffeta, this evening gown is definitely befitting any bride in search of both craftsmanship and beauty. This gown's bustier features a delicately placed peony and its construction is thoughtfully tiered, providing both a voluminous silhouette and a lot of drama. And if that doesn't seem impressive enough, this gown also comes with a matching bed coat that's intricately edged in folded ecru taffeta--perfect for continuing the festivities well into the chilly night.

Rochas by Olivier Theyskens silk Ecru Taffeta Wedding gown, Spring/Summer 2005. Contemporary size 2

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DA DA DA

Don't you feel like you were there? DADA ball 2010...

Trigere to DIE for

Here at Decades we LOVE getting all dolled up for that special occasion. But during the summer months, appropriate party attire can often be stifling. So, for those of us who cannot muster the strength to slip on yet another breezy, one-shoulder chiffon number. . . BEHOLD! Pauline Trigere has produced the dress of our dreams.

The silk dress pictured below is incredibly light, almost as light as a single sheet of paper. The textured and crinkled silk fabric has some rigidity thus, allowing it to maintain its perfectly architectural lines. Dove grey and charcoal tulips are splashed across the fabric giving it a very fresh summery appearance. We suggest you style this dress with a great bright belt and shoes - something unexpected; just like this dress!

Pauline Trigere silk tulip summer dress, 60's. Contemporary size 4-6 SOLD

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RECOGNIZE THIS DRESS?

Kristin Davis arrives to the Tokyo premiere of Sex and the City 2 in vintage and historic Jean Patou Haute Couture by Christian Lacroix from Decades!