Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Nightgowns
Price:
72.00
Pale pink chiffon nightgown by Shadowline. Scalloped bottom hem, cutout neckline and gathered chiffon at bust. There is a floral applique at waist with multiple decorative trim pieces hanging. A very pretty and special style I haven't come across before!
Size S.
33” chest, 27” waist, 40” long at lining, 42” long at chiffon shell.
100% nylon. Made in the USA.
1950’s-60’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
88.00
A lovely pale pink slip. Luxe, silk-like rayon typical to loungewear of the era. This garment does not have any stretch, but the bias cut does offer a bit of wiggle room.
Size XS.
33” chest, up to 27” waist, up to 34” hips, 34.5” long.
100% rayon. Made in the USA.
1940’s-50’s
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
66.00
Dreamy pink slip dress by August Silk. This super lightweight slip features a low back and light pink contrast trim. Unlined, single layer of luxe silk. The keyhole at the neck was originally a criss-cross design, I removed a few pieces and sewed it back into a simple loop.
Size M-L.
37” chest, 32” long.
100% silk. Made in China.
Y2K.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
66.00
Beautiful floral print shift dress from Rhapsody by Glazier. Black fabric with a pink and green cherry blossom print. Fully lined. This piece does not have fiber content labels, based on texture and appearance it is most likely cotton. This dress hits right around the knees on someone of average height - model is 5'5. Small run in fabric, see last product image for details.
Size S/M.
19” pit to pit, 19.5” across hips, 38.5” long.
1960’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
46.00
Beautiful warm grey dress by Dixie. Loose fit sleeveless dress with a drape side detail at one side.
Size M.
18.5” pit to pit, 38.5” long.
72% viscose, 28% silk. Made in Italy.
Y2K.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
128.00
Stunning maxi dress by Dorothy McNab. This vibrant, full length dress features an allover paisley print in shades of blue and purple. Hidden back zipper closure. This piece does not have a fiber contents label, but based on texture and appearance it is most likely 100% silk. Fully lined, no stretch. The shell fabric was tearing at the seams in a few spots, these areas have been mended in house at carlisleofphiladelphia. The mending is visible upon close inspection, but isn't noticeable when worn and should reinforce the fabric for many more wears. See final product images for details, priced to reflect flaws.
Size S-M.
17” pit to pit, 19” across hips, 55.5” long.
1960's.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
66.00
Lovely lightweight dress from Serbin of Florida, Designed by Muriel Ryan. Fully lined in a light layer of pale blue fabric. The label on this garment does not include fiber contents, based on texture and appearance it is most likely cotton. Buttons up the center back from the waist up, matching fabric sash style belt. Fabric covered back buttons are slightly discolored, priced to reflect flaws.
Size XXS.
34” chest, 23” waist, 38” long.
1960's-70's.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
42.00
Lovely yellow floral shift dress. This homemade vintage piece has no labels, but based on texture and appearance is made of a lightweight cotton. Unlined. This dress is a pull-on style with no fastenings or closures. Cute scrunch collar detail, darts at either side of bust. The sewing on this dress shows the quirks of home sewing, not perfectly even but very cute and wearable!
Size 1X.
23” pit to pit, 25” across hips, 34” long.
1960's-70's.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Nightgowns
Price:
28.00
Sweet, lightweight nightgown in a ditsy orange flower print. Yellow trim at neck and cap sleeves with a tiny bow detail at bust. Pull on style with no closures or fastenings. No fiber labels, based on texture and appearance this piece is most likely 100% cotton.
There are a few areas of bright blue discoloration along the bottom side seam, these spots didn't come out with treatment. Priced at a significant discount to reflect flaws.
Size S-M.
36” chest, 39.5” long.
1960's-70's.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
48.00
Lovely, bright white nightgown by Barad & Co. ILGWU made. This babydoll style dress features a ruffled neckline, delicate lace trim, and a decorative bow at bust. Unlined, lightweight fabric with a textured, shiny finish. Some stretch.
Size S.
30-34” chest, 24-34” underbust, 51.5” long.
100% nylon. Made in the USA.
1970’s-80’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Coats & Jackets
Price:
148.00
Stunning full length duster by Lane Bryant. Cream colored lace with pale blue ruffled lace trim. Pockets! ILGWU made, fully lined. Satin ribbon sash is included.
Size M-L.
22.5” pit to pit, 55” long.
1970’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
44.00
Gauzy tiered dress by Jp Collections. This breezy dress features a crinkle texture fabric, ruffled seams, lace panel across the bottom tier at sleeves. The top section is fully lined, skirt is unlined and sheer. Tie at neck is decorative, does not adjust the neckline. Tagged a Size 23.
Size 3X
52” chest, 48” waist, 42” long.
65% cotton, 35% polyester.
1970’s-80’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
48.00
Lovely eggshell slip with delicate embroidery cutouts at neckline. The label on this piece has faded over the years and is no longer legible. Based on the label fabric and overall style, this piece most likely dates to the 1940's-50's, though possibly as late as the 60's. Based on texture and appearance, this slip is most likely 100% nylon. No stretch, adjustable straps.
Size M-L.
17.5” pit to pit + a couple extra inches of room in the cups, 16” across waist, 20” across hips, 37” long.
1940's-60's.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
88.00
The sweetest formal dress by Scott McClintock. Pale pink satin with a white lace overlay. Drop waist with structured boned bodice. This dress was altered in house at carlisleofphiladelphia - I removed the decorative chest/sleeve detail and repaired loose stitching near the zipper. The removed trim will be included with the dress.
Size S.
35” chest, 27” waist, 46” long.
100% poly shell, 100% acetate lining, 100% nylon crinoline. Made in the USA.
1980’s-90’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
32.00
Beautiful cotton nightgown by Judith Ritter for Barbizon Boutique. This midi length long sleeve is a very very pale pink. Detailed embroidery and lace detailing at neck and cuffs. Adjustable bow at center. Pull on style with no fastenings or closures besides the bow. Lightweight, unlined.
Size M-L.
23” pit to pit, 45” long.
100% cotton. Made in the Philippines of imported fabric.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
128.00
Incredible union made pink satin party dress. ILGWU labels. This drop waist style formal dress features a ruched strapless bodice (with boning) with tiered ruffle bustle and rosette detailing at back waist. Back zipper closure.
Size XXS.
30” chest, 23” waist, 47.5” long.
1970’s-80’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
66.00
Black drop waist party dress with a tiered ruffle skirt. Oversized bow detail at back! Hidden zipper closure. Boning in bodice was poking through the lining, so some stitching has been added for reinforcement/comfort. This mending is not visible, just pointed out for transparency. This dress has overall signs of wear and age, including fading at creases throughout. Priced to reflect condition, see final product images for more details.
Size S/M.
35” chest, 28” waist, 34.5” long.
100% acetate. Made in the USA.
1970’s-80’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
44.00
Victoria’s Secret Gold Label slip dress. This poly satin dress features a large, v-shaped sheer lace panel at the front. Floral print texture with a high shine finish. Unlined. Straps are not adjustable, but could be sewn shorter if necessary.
Size XXS-XS
13” pit to pit, 31.5” long.
100% polyester body, 64% rayon 36% nylon lace. Made in China.
1980’s-90’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Nightgowns
Price:
32.00
Super lightweight nightgown, perfect for warm nights. Lightly textured stripe fabric with a tiny floral print, semi sheer. Fabrics section of the label has come unraveled, based on texture and appearance this is most likely a cotton/synthetic blend. ILGWU made. Pull on style with no fastenings or closures.
Size S-M
19” pit to pit, 53.5” long.
Made in the USA.
1960's-70’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
26.00
Union made dress featuring a ruffled neckline and sheer chiffon sleeves. Pull on style with stretchy elastic at waist.
There are a few dark spots on the skirt that did not come out when treated. The volume in the skirt actually does a decent job of hiding the spots, though this piece is being sold at a significant discount to reflect flaws. No fiber contents are included in labels, but based on texture and appearance this piece is most likely polyester.
Size M.
19” pit to pit, 27-32” waist, 40.5” long.
1970’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
52.00
A statement making mini dress by La Belle Fashions Inc. This bold dress features a Mondrian-inspired color block at the front, with a solid black back. Soft, slinky rayon, unlined. Hidden back zipper closure.
Size M.
36” chest, 29” waist, 37” hips, 33” long.
100% rayon. Made in the USA.
1980’s-90’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
56.00
Sheer chiffon slip dress by Jones New York. This fully sheer mini is a deep shade of purple-blue with a soft allover floral print. Gathered bust line ties at center, straps are also adjustable.
Size S-M.
18” pit to pit, 32.75” long.
100% polyester. Made in Sri Lanka.
1990’s-Y2K.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
62.00
Sweet pale blue nightgown by Odette Barsa for Best & Co Fifth Avenue. Layered chiffon with cream lace at hems and down the front center. Ribbon detailing at neckline and bottom hem. No materials labels, but based on texture and appearance this piece is most likely nylon.
Size M.
20” pit to pit, 37” long.
1940’s-50’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
62.00
Silk satin long sleeve dress by Adrianna Papell. Drop waist shape with a pleated skirt. Beautiful fabric covered buttons up the back at at cuffs. Unlined.
Size M.
20” pit to pit, 14.5” across waist, 49.25” long.
100% silk. Made in Korea.
1980’s-90’s.
Vendor: carlisleofphiladelphia
Type: Dresses
Price:
48.00
A lovely chiffon and lace nightgown by Leonora Inc. This pale blue dress features fully sheer lace at the chest with an adjustable bow underneath the bust. Multiple layers at the skirt offers more coverage on bottom, very slightly sheer. Dainty double straps, but adjustable. As with most nylon chiffon of this age, there are a few small pulls/snags to the fabric in a few places.
Size XS-S.
16” pit to pit, 15.5” under bust, 37.5” long.
100% nylon. Made in the USA.
1950’s-60’s.