Posts Tagged ‘modernist’
Crazy for Courrèges
Those of you who follow This Week’s Look know how much we covet vintage André Courrèges. That’s why this week we are thrilled to show you this rare 1960s Courrèges two-tone mod/space age dress. Look at that hand-written label, custom designed for Bonwit Teller. Just unbelievable. This dress is everything you would expect from a 1960s Courrèges, simple structure, clean lines, and very expensive (but the seller is accepting offers). Click on the images below to see the seller’s eBay listing. And click here to read more about the designer.
In a Mod Mood
Also in a cheap mood. So here’s a selection of inexpensive, vintage modernist/abstract jewelry I found on etsy this week. Click on each image to see the full listing.
Vintage 1960s seashell modernist pendant on extra-long 24″ chain from atlasfalcon on etsy. $12.95. New old stock/unworn condition. The seller seems to have a few of these so snap one up now.
Vintage 1960s modernist sculptural necklace from VastVessels on etsy. $34.
Vintage signed Trifari abstract enamel pendant from sirensword on etsy. $12.
A little something for the man in your life. Or for the woman who likes to wear cufflinks (I know I do). Vintage 1970s square wood cufflinks from penorus on etsy. $12.
Vintage stacked milk glass earrings from LisaWitmerCollection on etsy. $8.
Vintage Avon Town and Country faux tortoise necklace from vimvigorvintage on etsy. $12.
Orangey red lucite ring from sirensword on etsy. $3.
Vintage 1970s giant space age pendant on double strand chain from joysshop on etsy. $11.95.
Vintage Sarah Coventry space age seagull brooch from flotisserie on etsy. $10.
I own one of these and it is truly spectacular. Vintage Avon mod pendant on 24″ chain from izzysvintagegarden on etsy. $12.
Vintage Avon modernist pendant on 18″ chain from penorus on etsy. $8.
Vintage copper abstract dangle earrings from thecoppercat on etsy. $8.
Vintage 1970s modernist pendant on triple strands from Holliezhobbiez on etsy. $9.99.
Vintage modernist tic-tac-toe brooch from Cucumberologists on etsy. $12.
Giant vintage mod earrings from smallandmousey on etsy. $12.
Give Yourself a Woody
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Vintage wood bracelet and pendant on eBay. Made in Honduras. $40.
Retro wenge pendant on oxidized sterling chain from juliehandmain on etsy. $50.
A trio of teak bracelets on eBay. $40 or make an offer.
Vintage wood bracelet and pendant on eBay. Made in Honduras. $40.
Vintage butterscotch bakelite and wood dangle bracelet on eBay. $28.
Vintage wood bracelet and pendant on eBay. Made in Honduras. On sale now for $19.99 (marked down from $40).
Wood and silver square bangle on eBay. Made in Bali. $45 or make an offer.
Vintage 1970s faux wood grain and silver tone pendant from GeneralWhimsy2 on etsy. $12.
Vintage wood bracelet and matching earrings on eBay. $30 or make an offer.
Vintage 1970s geometric necklace, bracelet, earrings set from maryangelasjewels on etsy. $50.
Vintage laminated wood and lucite square bangle on eBay. $30.
Vintage silver tone and walnut pendant from vintagealcove on etsy. $10.50.
A set of five vintage 1950s-1970s lucite and wood bracelets and earrings on eBay. $20.
Vintage orange lucite resin and wood stretch bracelet on eBay. $38.50 or make an offer.
Vintage wood and brass relief pendant from PLYTHOS on etsy. $46.
Vintage two-tone glossy wooden bangle on eBay. $30 or make an offer.
A pair of modernist wooden bangles on eBay. Current bid $16.
Vintage faux wood clamper bracelet on eBay. $19.99.
Vintage faux wood and gold tone bracelet on eBay. $23.
Gorgeous vintage wood and brass pendant on eBay. $12.
Vintage faux wood grain stretch bracelet on eBay. $44.
Fashion Files: André Courrèges
André Courrèges, self-proclaimed inventor of the mini-skirt, launched his ultra-modern ‘Space Age’ collection in 1964 and went on to become one of the most copied fashion designers of all time. A former civil engineer, Courrèges’ clothes were sharp, angular and mathematically designed. His clean-cut collection included trouser suits with immaculately cut straight legs and streamlined jackets. The look was created using heavyweight gabardines and other heavy fabrics to maintain a rigid structure. He also employed PVC, metal and plastic in many of his designs.
Today, vintage Courrèges pieces from the 1960s are rare and can sell for hundreds of dollars. Below are some vintage Courrèges items found on eBay and etsy this week. Click on each image to see the full listing.
Courrèges red wool gabardine mini-dress, 1964. Photo credit: Victoria & Albert Museum. Dress donated by Stavros Niarchos.
Vintage Courrèges “Eskimo” sunglasses. Current bid $162.47 on eBay.
Vintage 1960s Courrèges Sunkist orange PVC jacket from TimelessVixenVintage on etsy. $550.
Vintage Courrèges cap toe patent gogo boots from pamcoco on etsy. $335.
Vintage Courrèges lavender a-line dress from vintagedresscloset on etsy. $395.
Vintage Courrèges purple PVC vest by pamcoco on etsy. $525.
Vintage Courrèges dress with mesh back from violentvintage on etsy. $390.
Vintage 1960s Courrèges structured jacket from EndlessAlley on etsy. $110.
Mod Courrèges orange vinyl wallet from snapitupvintage on etsy. $175.
Vintage Courrèges modernist earrings from popgoesmyvintage on etsy. $40.
Vintage Courrèges black vinyl purse from snapitupvintage on etsy. $285.
Vintage Courrèges “Futur Couture” dress. $690 on eBay.
Vintage 1970s Courrèges ivory wool and mohair dress from thriffany on etsy. Also available in black. $250.
Vintage 1960s Courrèges navy blue handbag from TheMysteryDrawer on etsy. $150.
Vintage Courrèges stamped enamel necklace. $95 on eBay.
Vintage Courrèges sheer sweater from violentvintage on etsy. $120.
Vintage Courrèges sweater with drawstring waist. $109.99 on eBay.
Vintage 1970s Courrèges silk scarf. $160 on eBay.
Vintage Courrèges “Sport Futur” dress. $213.34 on eBay.
Vintage Courrèges sunglasses frames on eBay. $85.
Vintage Courrèges Hyperbole wool jacket. $699.95 on eBay.
Vintage Courrèges sculptural sunglasses. $980 on eBay.
Vintage 1970s Courrèges cashmere blend turtleneck sweater. $70 on eBay.
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