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Fortuny Pleat

1990s Patricia Lester Fortuny Pleated and Beaded Dress
1990s Patricia Lester Fortuny Pleated and Beaded Dress

1990s Patricia Lester Fortuny Pleated and Beaded Dress

By Patricia Lester, Charles and Patricia Lester

Located in London, GB

finely hand pleated silk which gives the fabric and incredible elasticity and envelopes the wearer. Very

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1990s British Delphos Gowns

1980's Ungaro Black Fortuny Pleated Jacket With Lace Skirt
1980's Ungaro Black Fortuny Pleated Jacket With Lace Skirt

1980's Ungaro Black Fortuny Pleated Jacket With Lace Skirt

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Emanuel Ungaro black evening skirt suit from the late 1980's. The long black Fortuny style pleated

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1980s French Skirt Suits

Issey Miyake 1990s Black Fortuny Pleated Wide Leg 90s Trosuers Pants
Issey Miyake 1990s Black Fortuny Pleated Wide Leg 90s Trosuers Pants

Issey Miyake 1990s Black Fortuny Pleated Wide Leg 90s Trosuers Pants

By Issey Miyake, Issey Miyake Fete

Located in San Diego, CA

Classic, yet stylish 1990s ISSEY MIYAKE black pleated wide leg pants! Features the signature pleats

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1990s Japanese Flat Front Pants

Mary McFadden Pleated and Beaded Organza Gown
Mary McFadden Pleated and Beaded Organza Gown

Mary McFadden Pleated and Beaded Organza Gown

By Mary McFadden

Located in New York, NY

Mary McFadden Pleated and Beaded Organza Gown from the 1990's. Signature Fortuny pleated bodice

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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mary McFadden Couture Green Pleated Sculpted Short Sleeve Dress, 1980s
Mary McFadden Couture Green Pleated Sculpted Short Sleeve Dress, 1980s

Mary McFadden Couture Green Pleated Sculpted Short Sleeve Dress, 1980s

By Marry Mcfadden, Mary McFadden

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Mary McFadden couture green fortuny pleat dress. The dress is lined throughout the bodice in a

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Late 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2012 Stefano Pilati Purple Silk Taffeta Mini Dress or Top
Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2012 Stefano Pilati Purple Silk Taffeta Mini Dress or Top

Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2012 Stefano Pilati Purple Silk Taffeta Mini Dress or Top

By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

dress or top ! Features a boned tailored bodice with flirty fortuny pleated trapeze skirt. Black velvet

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Mary McFadden Couture White Strapless Dress With Empire Beadwork
Mary McFadden Couture White Strapless Dress With Empire Beadwork

Mary McFadden Couture White Strapless Dress With Empire Beadwork

By Mary McFadden

Located in Los Angeles, CA

day.The Fortuny pleated bust and taffeta skirt paired with the scalloped and beaded lined bustier are the

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1990s Wedding Dresses

Delphos Venezia Pleated Silk Gown
Delphos Venezia Pleated Silk Gown

Delphos Venezia Pleated Silk Gown

By Fortuny, Mariano Fortuny

Located in Riverdale, NY

Delphos Venezia tea gown of signature peach silk hand pleating with hand applied Venetian glass

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1980s Italian Delphos Gowns

Fortuny Manner Pleated Cream Silk Wedding or Tea Dress
Fortuny Manner Pleated Cream Silk Wedding or Tea Dress

Fortuny Manner Pleated Cream Silk Wedding or Tea Dress

Located in Sharon, CT

Edwardian Tea or Wedding Dress of long pleated cream silk in the manner of Fortuny. With attached

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Early 20th Century American Wedding Dresses

Issey Miyake Champagne Pleated Organic Sculptural Dress 2001
Issey Miyake Champagne Pleated Organic Sculptural Dress 2001

Issey Miyake Champagne Pleated Organic Sculptural Dress 2001

By Issey Miyake

Located in Los Angeles, CA

dress featuring Fortuny-style pleats, dramatic round shoulders and sleeves, organic freeform back

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Issey Miyake Black Pleated Gown With Spiral Tendrils 2000-2001
Issey Miyake Black Pleated Gown With Spiral Tendrils 2000-2001

Issey Miyake Black Pleated Gown With Spiral Tendrils 2000-2001

By Issey Miyake

Located in Los Angeles, CA

features Fortuny-style pleats, a satin finish, a V-neckline, long pleated spiral tendrils, and an ankle

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pink and blue pleated asymmetrical evening dress Circa 1980's
Pink and blue pleated asymmetrical evening dress Circa 1980's

Pink and blue pleated asymmetrical evening dress Circa 1980's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Pink and blue pleated ( Fortuny style) asymmetrical evening dress. Zip and hook&eye on the left

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1980s Unknown Evening Dresses

Richilene Black Floral Sequined Sculptured Gown 1990s Plisse pleating
Richilene Black Floral Sequined Sculptured Gown 1990s Plisse pleating

Richilene Black Floral Sequined Sculptured Gown 1990s Plisse pleating

By Richilene

Located in Wallkill, NY

Fortuny, Front Pleat Zippers up the back Bodice is lined. Gorgeous fully embellished bodice has ornate

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Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

Vintage Mary McFadden Dusky Lavender Golden Macrame Cut Out Back Gown
Vintage Mary McFadden Dusky Lavender Golden Macrame Cut Out Back Gown

Vintage Mary McFadden Dusky Lavender Golden Macrame Cut Out Back Gown

By Mary McFadden

Located in Boca Raton, FL

created pleated garments that resemble the famous pleated silk dresses by Mariano Fortuny which eventually

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Mary McFadden Couture Off-the-Shoulder Gown
Vintage Mary McFadden Couture Off-the-Shoulder Gown

Vintage Mary McFadden Couture Off-the-Shoulder Gown

By Mary McFadden

Located in New York, NY

started her clothing label in the 1970s, and patented this Fortuny-inspired pleating technique shortly

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Late 20th Century American Evening Dresses

Oscar De La Renta Evening Coat
Oscar De La Renta Evening Coat

Oscar De La Renta Evening Coat

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in London, GB

band design of irregular horizontal Fortuny-inspired pleats, alternating with boxed pinch pleats and

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20th Century Coats

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1980's PATRICIA LESTER Fortuny-pleated Peplos dress
1980's PATRICIA LESTER Fortuny-pleated Peplos dress

1980's PATRICIA LESTER Fortuny-pleated Peplos dress

By Patricia Lester

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Excellent/mint condition, 1980's PATRICIA LESTER, black Fortuny-pleated Peplos dress. This

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Late 20th Century Welsh Peplos

1980's PATRICIA LESTER Fortuny-pleated Delphos gown
1980's PATRICIA LESTER Fortuny-pleated Delphos gown

1980's PATRICIA LESTER Fortuny-pleated Delphos gown

By Patricia Lester

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Mint condition, 1980's PATRICIA LESTER, Fortuny-pleated & beaded, 'Delphos' gown in 100% pure

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1980s Welsh Delphos Gowns

Deco Sterling Silver 1920s Fortuny Faille Fabric Pleated Bag
Deco Sterling Silver 1920s Fortuny Faille Fabric Pleated Bag

Deco Sterling Silver 1920s Fortuny Faille Fabric Pleated Bag

Located in New York, NY

This is definitely one of a kind deco purse the fortuny pleated fabric is in excellent condition

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1920s Evening Bags and Minaudières

1970s Fortuny Style Off the Shoulder Black and White Pleated Dress
1970s Fortuny Style Off the Shoulder Black and White Pleated Dress

1970s Fortuny Style Off the Shoulder Black and White Pleated Dress

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Size: Small or 2-4 See Measurements

1970s Fortuny Style Off the Shoulder Black and White Pleated Dress

Located in Houston, TX

Beautifully done Fortuny style black and white pleated off the shoulder minimalist evening dress

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Late 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Burgundy Evening Skirt W Pleated Ruffle
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Burgundy Evening Skirt W Pleated Ruffle

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Burgundy Evening Skirt W Pleated Ruffle

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Portland, OR

tier that is vertically pleated in a Fortuny style. The skirt has an A-line silhouette and closes in

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Early 2000s American Skirts

Mary McFadden Berry & Gold Gown
Mary McFadden Berry & Gold Gown

Mary McFadden Berry & Gold Gown

By Mary McFadden

Located in New York, NY

This is a beautiful berry colored Mary McFadden gown from the 1980s. It is a classic pleated

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Mary McFadden Black and White Bubble Dress
1980s Mary McFadden Black and White Bubble Dress

1980s Mary McFadden Black and White Bubble Dress

By Mary McFadden

Located in Miami Beach, FL

signature Fortuny-like pleats ... Sequined waist ... Skirt fabric is silky taffeta ... Lined in sheer silk

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1980s Mary Mcfadden Couture Evening Gown
1980s Mary Mcfadden Couture Evening Gown

1980s Mary Mcfadden Couture Evening Gown

By Marry Mcfadden

Located in Houston, TX

silhouette this dress is the perfect dream! Delicate Fortuny-esque pleating gives this dress a classic

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1980s American Evening Gowns

1980s Alfred Bosand Fortuny Pleat Gown
1980s Alfred Bosand Fortuny Pleat Gown

1980s Alfred Bosand Fortuny Pleat Gown

By Alfred Bosand

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s Alfred Bosand Fortuny Pleat Gown Beautiful Hip Drape and Side Tie Synthetic Sheer Crepe

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1980s American Evening Dresses

CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage "Fortuny" pleated silk dress
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage "Fortuny" pleated silk dress

CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage "Fortuny" pleated silk dress

By Christian Dior

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Gorgeous Christian Dior 100% silk "Fortuny" pleated dress. French size 40, elastic waistband. In

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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Venetia Studium Fortuny Pleated Black Dress, 1980s
Venetia Studium Fortuny Pleated Black Dress, 1980s

Venetia Studium Fortuny Pleated Black Dress, 1980s

Located in Austin, TX

Fortuny pleated black tank dress made by Venetia Studium. Purchased in Italy, circa 1980s

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Mary Mcfadden Red Fortuny Pleated Maxi Dress
Vintage Mary Mcfadden Red Fortuny Pleated Maxi Dress

Vintage Mary Mcfadden Red Fortuny Pleated Maxi Dress

By Mary McFadden

Located in Boca Raton, FL

created pleated garments that resemble the famous pleated silk dresses by Mariano Fortuny which eventually

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1970s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Mary Mcfadden Red Fortuny Pleated Maxi Dress
Vintage Mary Mcfadden Red Fortuny Pleated Maxi Dress

Vintage Mary Mcfadden Red Fortuny Pleated Maxi Dress

By Mary McFadden

Located in Boca Raton, FL

created pleated garments that resemble the famous pleated silk dresses by Mariano Fortuny which eventually

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1970s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mary McFadden Off White Tiered Fortuny Pleated Evening Dress 1980s
Mary McFadden Off White Tiered Fortuny Pleated Evening Dress 1980s

Mary McFadden Off White Tiered Fortuny Pleated Evening Dress 1980s

By Mary McFadden, Mary Mc Fadden

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Mary McFadden Fortuny style pleated tiered evening dress from the 1980s. This dress consists of

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Lanvin Ete' 2005 Fortuny Pleated V Neck Maxi Dress Chocolate Brown Alber Elbaz
Lanvin Ete' 2005 Fortuny Pleated V Neck Maxi Dress Chocolate Brown Alber Elbaz

Lanvin Ete' 2005 Fortuny Pleated V Neck Maxi Dress Chocolate Brown Alber Elbaz

By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Lanvin Ete' 2005 Fortuny style pleated V neck, sleeveless maxi dress in chocolate brown. This

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21st Century and Contemporary French Delphos Gowns

Christian Dior Dress Black Navy Pleated Inset Detail fits 8
Christian Dior Dress Black Navy Pleated Inset Detail fits 8

Christian Dior Dress Black Navy Pleated Inset Detail fits 8

By Christian Dior

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Christian Dior black sleeveless sheath dress with navy Fortuny pleated silk

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Pair of Fortuny Black and Gold Silk Velvet Pillows
Pair of Fortuny Black and Gold Silk Velvet Pillows

Pair of Fortuny Black and Gold Silk Velvet Pillows

By Fortuny

Located in Toronto, ON

amazing creations. In Palazzo Fortuny pleating procedures printing on fabrics working with cotton

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2010s Italian Pillows and Throws

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Silk, Velvet

1970s Mary McFadden Black Fortuny Gown
1970s Mary McFadden Black Fortuny Gown

1970s Mary McFadden Black Fortuny Gown

By Mary McFadden

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Fortuny pleating. Grecian style with incredible wrap around braided belt- accented with gold cord. Non

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1970s American Maxi Dress

1970s Mary McFadden Black Fortuny Gown
1970s Mary McFadden Black Fortuny Gown

1970s Mary McFadden Black Fortuny Gown

By Mary McFadden

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Fortuny pleating. Grecian style with incredible wrap around braided belt- accented with gold cord. Non

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1970s Maxi Dress

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Red & Gold Metallic Ruffle Ensemble
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Red & Gold Metallic Ruffle Ensemble

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Red & Gold Metallic Ruffle Ensemble

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage red and gold lurex speckle pattern Yves Saint Laurent ruffle blouse and Fortuny pleat skirt

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20th Century French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Comme des Gracons Gold Wrap Skirt

Comme des Gracons Gold Wrap Skirt

By Comme des Garçons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Future Classics. Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons black Fortuny pleated wrap fancy skirt with

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Late 20th Century Japanese Wrap Skirts

Mariano Fortuny Sage Green Pleated Silk Delphos Gown
Mariano Fortuny Sage Green Pleated Silk Delphos Gown

Mariano Fortuny Sage Green Pleated Silk Delphos Gown

By Mariano Fortuny, Fortuny

Located in New York, NY

Mariano Fortuny sage green pleated silk Delphos gown circa 1930. Venetian glass beads in ochre with

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Early 20th Century Italian Delphos Gowns

Charles and Patricia Lester Beaded Coat and Dress in the Style of Fortuny
Charles and Patricia Lester Beaded Coat and Dress in the Style of Fortuny

Charles and Patricia Lester Beaded Coat and Dress in the Style of Fortuny

By Charles and Patricia Lester

Located in New Hope, PA

on the famous Fortuny pleated Delphos and Peplos dresses. This outfit is unusual because the silk is

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Late 20th Century Welsh Evening Dresses

Mariano Fortuny Shell Pink Delphos
Mariano Fortuny Shell Pink Delphos

Mariano Fortuny Shell Pink Delphos

By Fortuny

Located in New York, NY

Mariano Fortuny shell pink pleated silk Delphos gown circa 1930. Striated white murano glass bead

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Early 20th Century Italian Delphos Gowns

Mariano Fortuny Shell Pink Delphos
Mariano Fortuny Shell Pink Delphos

Mariano Fortuny Shell Pink Delphos

By Fortuny

Located in Riverdale, NY

Mariano Fortuny shell pink pleated silk Delphos gown circa 1930. Striated white murano glass bead

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mariano Fortuny Labelled Delphos Gown
Mariano Fortuny Labelled Delphos Gown

Mariano Fortuny Labelled Delphos Gown

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Size: Equivalent french size 38

Mariano Fortuny Labelled Delphos Gown

By Mariano Fortuny

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1920 Italy Anthracite silk Delphos dress by Venetian couturier Mariano Fortuny. One piece

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1920s French Delphos Gowns

Fortuny Inspired Pleated Copper Silk Evening Dress
Fortuny Inspired Pleated Copper Silk Evening Dress

Fortuny Inspired Pleated Copper Silk Evening Dress

Located in New Hope, PA

This beautiful copper colored pleated dress is from Ray, London. It is an inspired version of a

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Late 20th Century Delphos Gowns

Ivory Patricia Lester Silk "Fortuny-Style" Pleated Ensemble
Ivory Patricia Lester Silk "Fortuny-Style" Pleated Ensemble

Ivory Patricia Lester Silk "Fortuny-Style" Pleated Ensemble

By Patricia Lester

Located in Gresham, OR

This extravagantly pleated 100% silk 1970s ensemble was made in Wales by Patricia Lester, in the

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1970s Welsh Evening Gowns

1980s Patricia Lester Couture Silk Fortuny Dress
1980s Patricia Lester Couture Silk Fortuny Dress

1980s Patricia Lester Couture Silk Fortuny Dress

By Patricia Lester

Located in London, GB

Amazing vintage 1980s Patricia Lester pleated and beaded Fortuny dress in gorgeous soft pink silk

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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Mary McFadden button back Fortuny style gown
1980s Mary McFadden button back Fortuny style gown

1980s Mary McFadden button back Fortuny style gown

By Mary McFadden

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

self fabric trims, long slightly flared bell sleeves...Matching Fortuny style pleated skirt, closes

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Late 20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mary McFadden Gorgeous Fortuny-Style Gown w/ Beaded Detail
Mary McFadden Gorgeous Fortuny-Style Gown w/ Beaded Detail

Mary McFadden Gorgeous Fortuny-Style Gown w/ Beaded Detail

By Mary McFadden

Located in Gresham, OR

A gorgeous Mary McFadden grecian style Fortuny-esque pleated gown with incredibly detailed and

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1980s American Evening Gowns

1980s Mary McFadden Fortuny style gown with gold macrame
1980s Mary McFadden Fortuny style gown with gold macrame

1980s Mary McFadden Fortuny style gown with gold macrame

By Mary McFadden

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Mary McFadden Fortuny style pleated gown with gold macrame yoke and waist band...In the colour of

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Late 20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Issey Miyake Iconic Pleats Please Dragon Dress 1990s
Issey Miyake Iconic Pleats Please Dragon Dress 1990s

Issey Miyake Iconic Pleats Please Dragon Dress 1990s

By Issey Miyake

Located in Los Angeles, CA

iconic Fortuny-style pleats, dragon propaganda print, and 3/4 length. Issey Miyake Pleats Please Size

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1990s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mary McFadden 70s Pleated Peach & Lilac Silk One-Shoulder Gown
Mary McFadden 70s Pleated Peach & Lilac Silk One-Shoulder Gown

Mary McFadden 70s Pleated Peach & Lilac Silk One-Shoulder Gown

By Mary McFadden

Located in Gresham, OR

Mary McFadden 70s wonderful one-shoulder Fortuny-style pleated silk dress with asymmetrical dropped

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1970s Evening Gowns

Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons 2010 Abstract Pleat Dress
Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons 2010 Abstract Pleat Dress

Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons 2010 Abstract Pleat Dress

By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons black abstract cut-out dress featuring Fortuny style pleats

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2010s Japanese Mini Dress

Charles and Patricia Lester Micro Pleated Flaming Red Silk Gown
Charles and Patricia Lester Micro Pleated Flaming Red Silk Gown

Charles and Patricia Lester Micro Pleated Flaming Red Silk Gown

By Charles and Patricia Lester, Patricia Lester

Located in Gresham, OR

This amazing 80s Charles and Patricia Lester micro-pleated Fortuny-style flaming red silk gown hugs

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1980s Welsh Delphos Gowns

Italian pink Crush Pleat Linen Skirt by 120% Lino Size 10
Italian pink Crush Pleat Linen Skirt by 120% Lino Size 10

Italian pink Crush Pleat Linen Skirt by 120% Lino Size 10

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A beautiful crush pink skirt by Italian company 120% Lino. They use the same teqhnique as Fortuny

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Early 2000s Flare Skirts

Mary McFadden Lavender Delphos Pleated Backless Gown for Neiman Marcus c 1990
Mary McFadden Lavender Delphos Pleated Backless Gown for Neiman Marcus c 1990

Mary McFadden Lavender Delphos Pleated Backless Gown for Neiman Marcus c 1990

By Mary McFadden

Located in University City, MO

gown has a statuesque silhouette. The Fortuny "style" pleating drapes beautifully and cascades over

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Late 20th Century Unknown Delphos Gowns

Junya Black Chiffon Drape Dress 2010
Junya Black Chiffon Drape Dress 2010

Junya Black Chiffon Drape Dress 2010

By Junya Watanabe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Junya Watanabe black abstract sleeveless dress featuring Fortuny style pleats that drape

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2010s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Charles & Patricia Lester 80s Goddess Gown
Charles & Patricia Lester 80s Goddess Gown

Charles & Patricia Lester 80s Goddess Gown

Located in Gresham, OR

A gorgeous 80s goddess gown from Charles & Patricia Lester. the bodice is pleated in the Fortuny

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1980s Welsh Evening Gowns

Kokoro Heart Lamp by Dagmar Manbach for Ingo Maurer
Kokoro Heart Lamp by Dagmar Manbach for Ingo Maurer

Kokoro Heart Lamp by Dagmar Manbach for Ingo Maurer

By Ingo Maurer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Fortuny style pleats shields the light source in this fantasy lamp.Paper shows fading. A mirrored heart

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1990s German Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Madame Babani Haute Couture Delphos Gown Circa 1920
Madame Babani Haute Couture Delphos Gown Circa 1920

Madame Babani Haute Couture Delphos Gown Circa 1920

By Babani

Located in Toulon, FR

dress of "Delphos" type inspired by the famous Venetian fashion designer Mariano Fortuny. A

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1920s French Delphos Gowns

A Pair of Cast Bronze Floor Lamps by Bagues
A Pair of Cast Bronze Floor Lamps by Bagues

A Pair of Cast Bronze Floor Lamps by Bagues

Located in Palm Desert, CA

have new "Fortuny"style pleated silk shades. Lamps have been rewired and are ready to go. Each lamp

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Vintage 1940s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

1980s Mary McFadden jewel tunic gown
1980s Mary McFadden jewel tunic gown

1980s Mary McFadden jewel tunic gown

By Mary McFadden

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, fully lined...With matching Fortuny stye pleated maxi skirt, skirt closes with a zipper and hook/eye

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Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

Bill Gibb Silk Chiffon Ensemble. Early 1970's.
Bill Gibb Silk Chiffon Ensemble. Early 1970's.

Bill Gibb Silk Chiffon Ensemble. Early 1970's.

By Bill Gibb

Located in University City, MO

the dress repeats the Fortuny style pleating and fluting. Bust 30 inches. Waist: 26 inches Length 55

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1970s British Evening Gowns

1980s Mary McFadden Couture white cage back gown
1980s Mary McFadden Couture white cage back gown

1980s Mary McFadden Couture white cage back gown

By Mary McFadden

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Mary McFadden Couture 1980s white Fortuny styled pleated gown with jeweled cage neck/back

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1980s American Evening Dresses

1970s Mary McFadden Beaded One Shoulder Pastel Sequin Dress
1970s Mary McFadden Beaded One Shoulder Pastel Sequin Dress

1970s Mary McFadden Beaded One Shoulder Pastel Sequin Dress

By Mary McFadden

Located in Boca Raton, FL

trademark Fortuny style pleated dresses, this extraordinary 1970’s dress is a departure from her signature

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1970s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mariano Fortuny Pleated Coral Silk "Delphos" Gown, c.1920s.
Mariano Fortuny Pleated Coral Silk "Delphos" Gown, c.1920s.

Mariano Fortuny Pleated Coral Silk "Delphos" Gown, c.1920s.

By Fortuny

Located in New York, NY

Mariano Fortuny Pleated Coral Silk "Delphos" Gown, c.1920s. Coral pleated silk 'Delphos' gown

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Late 19th Century Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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1990s Evening Gowns

Dior by John Galliano 2006 beaded lace style gown
Dior by John Galliano 2006 beaded lace style gown

Dior by John Galliano 2006 beaded lace style gown

By Christian Dior

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

Long gowns like these barely make the resell market. Especially with a trail like this one. Perfect for a stand out look, and the lace detail isn’t actually lace, It’s completely mad...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pink Silk Dress Hand Beaded "Gatsby" Flapper Dress 1920s
Pink Silk Dress Hand Beaded "Gatsby" Flapper Dress 1920s

Pink Silk Dress Hand Beaded "Gatsby" Flapper Dress 1920s

Located in Wallkill, NY

They are getting harder to find, and even harder to find in wearable condition. This silk pink dream is all hand beaded. Stunning T back. Bugle beading around the neckline and arms. ...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Sheath Dresses

Rare Early Yves Saint Laurent Black Rhinestone Top
Rare Early Yves Saint Laurent Black Rhinestone Top

Rare Early Yves Saint Laurent Black Rhinestone Top

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage YSL knit top, with gorgeous rhinestones on each strap. Flattering fit, with incredible construction. In great condition. Approximately Size Small (lots of stretch) M...

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1970s French Blouses

Early 1980s Bob Mackie Backless Halter Tie Black Satin Evening Gown
Early 1980s Bob Mackie Backless Halter Tie Black Satin Evening Gown

Early 1980s Bob Mackie Backless Halter Tie Black Satin Evening Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This early 1980s Bob Mackie black satin evening gown features a backless halter tie design, a keyhole neckline, and draped waist detailing. Approximate measurements: Size - removed ...

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Runway Sequin Sun Evening Gown and Cape F/W 2004 Size 40IT
Roberto Cavalli Runway Sequin Sun Evening Gown and Cape F/W 2004 Size 40IT

Roberto Cavalli Runway Sequin Sun Evening Gown and Cape F/W 2004 Size 40IT

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Saint Petersburg, FL

Roberto Cavalli - Sequin runway evening gown with Swarovski crystal embellished sun cape. Neckline presents a sharp daring plunge to the navel. The back of the dress is held by jewe...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

John Galliano for Christian Dior One Shoulder Silk Dress
John Galliano for Christian Dior One Shoulder Silk Dress

John Galliano for Christian Dior One Shoulder Silk Dress

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful ethereal one shoulder dress from Christian Dior comprised of layers of semi sheer black silk over an opaque silk under dress. It has one shoulder with 2 panels of softly...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

PAMELA DENNIS 2001 Vintage Gunmetal Silver Evening Gown Maxi Dress
PAMELA DENNIS 2001 Vintage Gunmetal Silver Evening Gown Maxi Dress

PAMELA DENNIS 2001 Vintage Gunmetal Silver Evening Gown Maxi Dress

By Pamela Dennis

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Pamela Dennis Evenings 2001 Vintage Metallic gunmetal silver Size USA 12 Pristine condition Measurements in inches laying flat: length 57, pit to pit 17, smallest of waist 17 Final...

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress
NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress

NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress

By Narciso Rodriguez

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Narciso Rodriguez 2018 Original Price $2,995 Special Capsule Collection for Barneys NY The most adorable softest baby pink color bordering on peach Pullover Lined 100% silk IT40 fits...

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2010s Evening Gowns

Vintage Nina Ricci Haute Couture 1980s Avant Garde Linen + Silk Strapless Gown
Vintage Nina Ricci Haute Couture 1980s Avant Garde Linen + Silk Strapless Gown

Vintage Nina Ricci Haute Couture 1980s Avant Garde Linen + Silk Strapless Gown

By Nina Ricci

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous Avant Garde NINA RICCI Haute Couture 80s black and marigold polka dot strapless evening gown! Features a unique, yet brilliant fabric blend of Irish linen, rayon and silk ta...

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1980s French Evening Gowns

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Fortuny Pleat For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary fortuny pleat you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Blue and more options on these pages. Making the right choice when shopping for a fortuny pleat may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Mary McFadden, Patricia Lester and Mariano Fortuny each produced a popular version that is worth a look. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Fortuny Pleat?

On average, a fortuny pleat on 1stDibs sells for $900, while they’re typically $277 on the low end and $16,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

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