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Dorothy O'Hara 1950s Black Cocktail Dress w/ Diagonal Front Pleating Size 10-12
Dorothy O'Hara 1950s Black Cocktail Dress w/ Diagonal Front Pleating Size 10-12

Dorothy O'Hara 1950s Black Cocktail Dress w/ Diagonal Front Pleating Size 10-12

By Dorothy O'Hara, Arnold Constable

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a sophisticated vintage little black dress made by Dorothy O'Hara. It is made of black crepe fabric with a rayon/acetate lining, with wonderful front draped gathers for style...

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By Elsa Schiaparelli

Located in Houston, TX

The blue beret bubble top of the hat slouches gently over the band, and features an "X"; at the top. The hat was sold at Arnold Constable, the first department store in Ame...

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Vintage 1960's Arnold Constable Couture Ivory Brown Graphic Print Mink Fur Coat
Vintage 1960's Arnold Constable Couture Ivory Brown Graphic Print Mink Fur Coat

Vintage 1960's Arnold Constable Couture Ivory Brown Graphic Print Mink Fur Coat

By Arnold Constable

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A breathtaking late 1960's ivory and chocolate-brown colored genuine mink fur from the exclusive high-end couture boutique Arnold Constable. This tailored designer coat will make any...

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