November « 2009 « Encore Resale

Sneak Peek: Chanel: ’80s Pyramid Studded Bag

November 25th, 2009

Photo: Peter Lindbergh for Vogue (1991)

Photo: Peter Lindbergh for Vogue (1991)

Photo: Peter Lindbergh for Vogue (1991)

Photo: Peter Lindbergh for Vogue (1991)

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This modern Chanel bag looks as if it could have stepped out of the 1980s. One of the most memorable images from The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s exhibit “The Model As Muse” was from Peter Lindbergh. Lindbergh is a German photographer famous for his moody black and white photos. In the 1980s, he used a pre-gentrified DUMBO as a location for many shoots. The images above are from a 1991 Vogue shoot, “Wild At Heart”. It was styled by Grace Coddington, the breakout star in “The September Issue”. The clothing in the top image and jewelry/belt in the second image are all Chanel. Chanel was famous for it’s bold jewelry and accessories in the ’80s.

We will be posting this fantastic bag at our eBay store this Sunday.

Sneak Peek: Hermes Medor Collier de Chien Belt

November 25th, 2009

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This Hermes Medor Collier de Chein belt is a classic in many ways. The design is from 1929 and the combination of black leather and gold hardware will stay in style forever. According to popular belief, the design was originally for an Hermes client’s bulldog - hence the name, “Collier de Chien” or “dog collar”. Hermes uses the hardware on watches, clutches, cuffs and belts.

We will be posting this vintage beauty at our eBay store, this Sunday, November 29. Mark your calendars!

Christian Louboutin and Barbie

November 24th, 2009

Photo: Mattel

Photo: Mattel

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Christian Louboutin is loved by shoe connoisseurs all over the world. His clientele includes celebrities, fashion editors, socialites and now, Barbie.

Barbie, who has 1 billion pairs of shoes, has a long history of collaborating with designers. For her 50th birthday, she picked Christian Louboutin to be her godfather. They are working together on many different projects over a 12-month period. The first item, a limited edition doll, will be available in December.

If you, like Barbie, are a Christian Louboutin fan, check out our current eBay listings. We have three pairs of Louboutins on auction. They will take you through this season’s holiday parties and beyond.

Sneak Peek: Chado Ralph Rucci

November 20th, 2009

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Ralph Rucci is the first American designer in 60 years to be invited to show in Paris by the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture. The invitation was a true honor. The last American to be invited to the haute couture was Mainbocher.

Rucci’s luxury garments are known for their precision, shape and innovative use of fabric. This coat and skirt are perfect examples of Rucci’s vision. We will be offering it for sale at our eBay store over the next few weeks.

Sneak Peek: Yves Saint Laurent Coat 2008

November 19th, 2009

Photo: Don Ashby/Olivier Claisse for Style.com

Photo: Don Ashby/Olivier Claisse for Style.com

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Stefano Pilati’s Fall 2008 show for Yves Saint Laurent caused quite a sensation. Part of the buzz was due to the hair and makeup but part of the buzz was due to the clothes. The clothes were remarkable for their shape, volume and precision tailoring. This lovely coat emodies those ideas perfectly. We will be offering it for sale at our eBay store very soon.

Sneak Peek: Thierry Mugler

November 19th, 2009

Photo: Thierry Mugler for V Magazine #59

Photo: Thierry Mugler for V Magazine #59

Photo: Thierry Mugler for Thierry Mugler

Photo: Thierry Mugler for Thierry Mugler

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Thierry Mugler has been the subject of much interest due to a star turn at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s “Model as Muse” exhibit. We loved his photographs and dramatic clothes in the ’80s.

This Thierry Mugler dress is the companion piece to a dress that was featured in a recent post. We are currently offering this dress for sale at our store.

Encore #: 10599-00028

Sneak Peek: Romeo Gigli

November 19th, 2009

Photo: Paolo Roversi for Romeo Gigli

Photo: Paolo Roversi for Romeo Gigli

Romeo Gigli is another designer who defined the ’80s. Gigli’s clothes were immediately identifiable due to his signature use of heavy beading, draping, velvet, brocade, chiffon, gauze and silk. His romantic, ethereal style was a perfect match for the photographer, Paolo Roversi. They collaborated on many of Gigli’s most memorable ad campaigns.

Dawn Mello is a legendary figure in the fashion industry. She is best known for defining Bergdorf Goodman over a 20 year career and for Gucci’s revamp with Tom Ford. For over 40 years, she was responsible for nurturing the careers of many talents in the business. Romeo Gigli was one of them.

We have an amazing Romeo Gigli beaded jacket that used to belong to Dawn Mello. There is a handwritten tag that says “Dawn Mello. September 1989.”

This is your opportunity to own a bit of fashion history. We will be posting it at our eBay store over the next few weeks.

Junya Watanabe: Comme des Garcons

November 18th, 2009

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Junya Watanabe is famous for his innovative, thoughtful and avant garde approach to fashion. This blazer epitomizes his point of view. The brilliance of the tailoring is a joy to behold. For more details, take a look at our eBay listing.

Good Luck: Barry Kieselstein Cord Frog Handbag

November 18th, 2009

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Did you know frogs are a sign of good luck? This cute little guy (and good luck charm!) adorns a lovely black leather handbag from Barry Kieselstein Cord. This bag is currently listed at our eBay store.

Chanel Sandals x 2

November 18th, 2009

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Need sandals for upcoming holiday parties? We have two pairs of Chanel high heel sandals that will add sparkle to your outfit. The pair in the top photo are black patent leather with a metal heel and logo. The second pair in the bottom photo are black satin with gold stars across the toe strap and at the buckles. They are currently listed at our eBay store.

Lanvin Peeptoe Platform x 2

November 18th, 2009

Photo: Don Ashby/Olivier Claisse for Style.com

Photo: Don Ashby/Olivier Claisse for Style.com

Style.com’s Sarah Mower raved about Alber Elbaz’s Spring 2008 show for Lanvin. She called it his “best to date”. We have two pairs of the peeptoe platform pumps from this collection. Both are patent leather. One is black and the other is greige (beige/gray) with a “crackle” finish. Both are currently listed at our eBay store.

Maison Martin Margiela: 20 Years

November 16th, 2009

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Martin Margiela is one of fashion’s most enigmatic figures. His highly conceptual designs influence many of his peers. Unlike his peers, he shuns the spotlight. Masion Martin Margiela recently celebrated 20 years in fashion with a retrospective at the Antwerp Mode Museum (Fashion Museum). Take a look at the video here: Deconstructed Garments: Margiela 20 Year Exhibition

We just listed a very special Martin Margiela hybrid coat/jacket on our eBay store. It is appears to be from the late ’80s/early ’90s and is cerebral, deconstructed Margiela at his best. This particular garment is bound to be a collector’s item as Margiela has finally left his company after much speculation.

Thierry Mugler: ’80s Icon

November 14th, 2009

Thierry Mugler’s clothes and photographs defined fashion in the 1980s. His clothes starred in George Michael’s famous video, “Too Funky”, along with ’80s supermodels: Linda, Christy, Naomi, Nadja Auermann, Karen Mulder, Estelle and Tyra Banks. Check it out here: Too Funky: George Michael

Last year, the Metropolitan Museum of Art exhibited the video and Mugler’s clothes at the “Model as Muse” show. Beyonce was so inspired by the video and clothes, she asked Mugler to design the costumes for her current tour.

We just received this vintage Thierry Mugler dress at the store. We look at it and automatically think of Mugler’s famous photos and of course, That Video. The dress looks amazing on real people too, not just the supers. Mugler always celebrated a woman’s curves. It will be posted for sale at our eBay store this Sunday, November 15 around 11pm EST.

Sneak Peek: Balenciaga Mirror Toe Heels

November 13th, 2009

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Here is a sneak peek at a pair of black Balenciaga mirror toe platform heels from pre-Fall 2008. They are a size 38 and very gently worn. We plan on putting them in our eBay store over the next few weeks. If you are interested in purchasing them before then, give us a call.

Encore Item #:05334-01364

Alaia Ankle Boots Size 38

November 13th, 2009

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These Alaia ankle boots just arrived in our store. They are black suede with animal print heels in cowhair. The size is 38 and they are brand new and unworn. Give us a call today before someone else snatches them up.

Encore Item #:05334-01395

Sneak Peek: Chanel Gold Leather Jacket

November 11th, 2009

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We wanted to give you a preview of this beautiful gold Fall 2005 Chanel jacket. The quilted lambskin leather is ultra soft.

Keep an eye on our Ebay store as we will be listing it within the next few weeks.

Yves Saint Laurent Tribtoo Platform Boots

November 11th, 2009

We loved Stefano Pilati’s Fall Winter 2008 show. The black bowl wigs, the black lipstick, the clothes, the boots!

We just listed those very boots at our Ebay store.

Olivier Theyskens and Nina Ricci

November 11th, 2009

These gorgeous pumps are sure to be collector’s items. They are from one of Olivier Theyskens’s last collections for Nina Ricci. Olivier, a young Belgian designer, first shot to fame when Madonna wore one of his dresses to the Academy Awards in 1998. His romantic, gothic vision has made him a fashion favorite. He became creative director of Rochas in 2003 and Nina Ricci in 2006. His collections for both houses received much critical acclaim. In 2006, he won the CFDA International Award.

Check them out at our Ebay store.

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