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Cordier rusty red, white and blue long sleeve dress with scarf

Cordier rusty red, blue and white striped long sleeve dress with scarf

This is a very unique 1970’s dress by Cordier, Japan. The fabric is a comfortable tricolore polyester print, with cupro lined skirt. The waist is elasticated, with ample space for the bust and the hips. The sleeves are elegantly tapered and close with three round buttons. The dress opens with a zipper on the back and comes with its own scarf. Vintage at its best!

Size: Japanese size 9 (estimated size S)
Material: 100% polyester – 100% cupro lining
Label: Cordier
Condition: excellent

Neck: 7″1/4 – 18.5cm
Shoulders: no seam
Bust: about 22″ – 56cm
Waist (elasticated): from 12″ – 30cm to about 15″ – 38cm
Hips: more than 30″ – 78cm
Hem: more than 40″ – 100cm
Length: 43″ – 110cm
Sleeves length starting from the neck: 24″ – 61cm
Sleeves width at armpit level: 10″ – 26cm
Sleeves width at the cuffs when buttoned: 3″ – 8cm
Belt loops: 1″1/2 – 4cm
Scarf length: 62″ – 154cm

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Cordier rusty red, blue and white striped long sleeve dress with scarf

Eleonora Scaramucci olive green and navy back-buttoned tweed pencil skirt

Eleonora Scaramucci olive green and navy tweed back buttoned pencil skirt

This is a statuesque 1980’s wool tweed pencil skirt by Eleonora Scaramucci, Milan (not related to “the other” Scaramucci, as far as I know, but who knows…). The skirt opens with a classy row of big round navy buttons down the back, in beautiful Italian style. It is lined, and with two side pockets.

Estimated size: S
Material: 93% wool / 7% nylon – lined
Label: Eleonora Scaramucci – Milano – made in Italy
Condition: excellent

Waist: 12″1/4 – 31cm
Hips: 18″1/2 – 47cm
Hem: 18″1/2 – 47cm
Length: 29″3/4 – 75.5cm

Available on Etsy.

Eleonora Scaramucci olive green and navy tweed back buttoned pencil skirt

September 14, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: autumn, skirt, winterTags: 80's, autumn, below the knee, buttoned, fitted, lined, winter, with label, wool 1 Comment

Kuulei Sportswear rouge pink floral maxi dress

This is a 1970’s Hawaiian maxi dress by Kuulei Sportswear. This style is quite different from the Japanese vintage available in the Bijou Caillou shop. I first didn’t know where to place it, but I decided to go for it, be it only for the cool name of the brand and the unique retro Hawaiian style.
The dress has a long and comfortable A-line silhouette, with a satin like polyester fabric with deep red hydrangea pattern. The sleeves are bell shaped. There is one side pocket, and the dress opens with a long zipper at the back.

Size on the label: medium (would probably fit an L as well)
Material: 100% polyester – unlined
Label: Kuulei Sportswear – made in Hawaii
Condition: excellent

Neck: 8″1/2 – 22cm
Shoulders: 13″ – 33cm
Bust: 18″ – 46cm
Waist: 25″ – 64cm
Hips: 28″ – 71cm
Hem: 41″ – 105cm
Length: 52″ – 132cm
Sleeves length: 10″ – 25.5cm
Sleeves width: 14″ – 36cm

Available on Etsy.

Kuulei Sportswear rouge pink floral maxi dress

September 9, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: dress, spring, summerTags: 70's, below the knee, dress, floral, Hawaiian, maxi dress, pink, polyester, red, spring, summer, with label 4 Comments

Purple, Navy and white floral short sleeve shift dress

Navy purple and white floral short sleeve shift dress

This is a lovely shift dress from the Japanese 1970’s. The fabric is a purple, navy and white floral polyester, lined with rayon. The pleated collar enhances the bust line very elegantly. The dress opens with a zipper on the back. The demo belt is not included but the dress comes with its own fabric belt.

Estimated size: would fit S or M best, depending mostly on your shoulder measurements.
Material: polyester – rayon lining
No brand label, made in Japan
Condition: excellent

Neck: 6″1/4 – 16cm
Shoulders: 14″1/2 – 37cm
Bust: 19″ – 48.5cm
Waist: 21″ – 53cm
Hips: 22″1/2 – 57cm
Hem: 25″ – 64cm
Length: 43″ – 109cm
Sleeves length: 9″1/2 – 24cm
Sleeves width: 6″3/4 – 17cm

Available on Etsy.

Navy purple and white floral short sleeve shift dress

Navy purple and white short sleeve shift dress

Navy purple and white floral short sleeve shift dress

July 7, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: dress, spring, summerTags: 70's, below the knee, belt, dress, floral, Japanese, lined, polyester, spring, summer Leave a comment

Olive des Olive strawberry and cherry white boho midi skirt

strawberry and cherry white boho midi skirt

This is a delightful Japanese cotton boho midi skirt by Olive des Olive, with strawberry and cherry floral print. It is lined and semi full. No zipper or buttons, the waist is elasticated. A perfect vintage summer skirt!

Size: will fit S and XS
Material: 100% cotton – cotton lining
Label: Olive des Olive
Condition: very good

Waist: elasticated, can be stretched up to 16″ – 41cm
Upper border seam: 17″1/2 – 44.5cm (cannot be stretched)
Hips: 27″ – 69cm
Hem: 34″ – 86cm
Length: 26″1/2 – 67.5cm

Available on Etsy.

strawberry and cherry white boho midi skirt

June 19, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: skirt, summerTags: below the knee, boho, cotton, floral, lined, novelty print, red, skirt, summer, white, with label Leave a comment

Copper and black dotted floral long sleeve dress

This is a gorgeous and elegant 1970’s Japanese long sleeve dress. It is made of a polyester fabric with copper, purple and green dotted flowers on a black background. The shoulder line is beautifully pleated. The waist is adjustable with a built-in belt, tied with a knot. The bodice is lined. The dress opens with a zipper on the back. The sleeves close with a button but can also be worn open.

Size: Japanese size 11 (will fit S best)
Material: polyester – lining
No label
Condition: excellent

Neck: 7″3/4 – 19.5cm
Shoulders: 14″ – 36cm
Bust (pleated): 17″1/2 – 45cm
Waist (slightly elevated): adjustable up to 18″ – 46cm
Hips: 22″ – 56cm
Hem: 25″1/2 – 65cm
Length: 42″1/2 – 108cm
Sleeves length: 21″1/2 – 54.5cm
Sleeves width: 6″ – 15cm
Sleeves width at the cuffs when buttoned: 3″1/4 – 8.5cm

Available on Etsy.

Copper and black dotted floral long sleeve dress

June 1, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: autumn, dress, springTags: 70's, autumn, below the knee, copper, floral, Japanese, lined, long sleeves, orange, polyester, spring Leave a comment

Leo d’Or Cream Midi Shirt Dress

Leo d'or cream midi shirt dress

This is a classy 1970’s shirt dress by Leo d’Or, Japan. Even though the dress comes with a brand label, there is no fabric content description but it feels like a synthetic fiber jersey, cream color with light touches of brown. The skirt is lined. The dress opens with a long row of buttons all down the front. The belt is a dark brown velvet ribbon, but the belt loops could also accommodate a different belt up to 1″1/4 – 3cm wide.

Estimated size: M to L
Material: feels like a synthetic jersey – polyester lining for the skirt
Label: Ladies fashion Leo d’Or – made in Japan
Condition: excellent

Shoulders: 15″1/4 – 38.5cm
Bust: 18″1/2 – 47cm
Waist: 16″1/2 – 42cm
Hips: 21″ – 54cm
Hem: 34″1/2 – 88cm
Length: 40″ – 102cm
Sleeves length: 10″1/2 – 26.5cm
Sleeves width: 6″1/4 – 16cm

Available on Etsy

Leo d'or cream midi shirt dress

May 6, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: dress, spring, summerTags: 70's, below the knee, belt, buttoned, cream, dress, Japanese, lined, short sleeves, spring, summer, with label 1 Comment

Hanasaki red, blue and white light summer dress

Hanasaki red blue white light summer dress

This is a festive 1970’s dress by Hanasaki, Japan. It is made of a sheer polyester crepe with paisley, floral and geometrical pattern. The bust is fitted and unlined. The pleated skirt is comfortable and lined. The dress opens with a long zipper at the back. The belt adds another special touch to this beautiful summer dress.

Size: Japanese size 7 (S to XS)
Material: 100% polyester – rayon lining for the skirt
Label: Hanasaki
Condition: excellent

Neck: 5″ – 12.5cm
Shoulders: 13″1/4 – 34cm
Bust: 16″1/2 – 42cm
Waist (slightly elevated): 13″ – 33cm
Hips (when pleated): 19″ – 48cm
Hem (when pleated): 25″1/2 – 65cm
Length: 40″1/2 – 103cm
Sleeves length: 10″ – 25.5cm
Sleeves width: 5.8″ – 15cm
Belt length: 67″ – 170cm

Available here.

Hanasaki red blue white light summer dress

April 18, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: dress, spring, summerTags: 70's, below the knee, belt, blue, Buta pattern, dress, fitted, floral, Japanese, lined, polyester, red, short sleeves, slight sheer, spring, summer, with label, zipper 3 Comments

Renown Look burgundy floral see-through pleated dress

Renown Look burgundy floral see through pleated dress

This dress is a 1970’s gem by Renown Look (レナウンルック) Japan. It is made of a see-through polyester eyelet fabric with a delicate silky hand. The beautiful fabric is a burgundy floral print with shades of purple, green, brown, beige. Only the skirt is lined. The dress opens with a zipper on the back. The sleeves are buttoned at the cuffs. There are two small belt loops on each side of the elasticated waist that can accommodate a 0.8″ – 2cm belt. This dress will fit smaller busts best.

Size: Japanese size 9 (estimated size S)
Material: 100% polyester – 100% polyester lining
Label: Renown Look
Condition: excellent

Neck: 7″1/2 – 19cm
Shoulders: 14″ – 35.5cm
Bust: more than 17″ – 43cm
Elasticated waist when fully relaxed: 11″3/4 – 30cm (can be stretched)
Hips (pleated, without stretching much): 18″1/2 – 47cm
Hem (pleated, without stretching much): 26″1/2 – 68cm
Length: 41″ – 104cm
Sleeves length: 12″ – 31cm
Sleeves width: 7″1/2 – 19cm
Sleeves width at the cuffs when buttoned: 5″ – 13cm

You can find it here.

Renown Look burgundy floral see through pleated dress

April 4, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: autumn, dress, spring, summerTags: 70's, below the knee, dress, floral, Japanese, lined, polyester, red, see-through, summer, with label Leave a comment

Canna aqua green light summer dress with art deco pattern

Canna aqua green summer dress with art deco pattern

This beautiful Japanese 1970’s aqua green summer dress is a delight to wear. Very light, it is made of a sheer polyester chiffon fabric with art deco pattern. The skirt is lined, the bust isn’t. The waistline is elasticated, slightly elevated, and allows ample space for the bust and the hips. The dress opens with a long zipper at the back. There are two belt loops on the side allowing for a 1.5″ – 4cm belt if a different one needs to be worn.

Size: Japanese size 11 (estimated size S)
Material: 100% polyester chiffon – 100% cupro lining
Label: Best Fashion Canna (made in Japan)
Condition: the dress is in very good condition. The belt shows its age, but the dress wears very well without a belt as well.

Neck: 7″ – 18cm
Shoulders: 14″1/2 – 37cm
Bust: 18″ – 46cm
Elasticated waist: 11″1/2 – 29cm when fully relaxed (can be stretched)
Hips: more than 25″ – 64cm
Hem: 32″ – 82cm
Length: 41″ – 104cm
Sleeves length: 10″ – 25cm
Sleeves width: 6″ – 15cm
Sleeves width at the cuffs: 5″ – 12.5cm
Belt: to first hole: 25″1/2 – 65cm to last hole: 27″3/4 – 70.5cm

Available here.

Canna aqua green summer dress with art deco pattern

March 30, 2017March 30, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: dress, summerTags: 70's, below the knee, belt, copper, green, Japanese, lined, novelty print, polyester, slight sheer, summer, with label 2 Comments

Light chiffon dress with novelty print and froufrou pleated collar

This Japanese 1970’s dress is made of a light and sheer polyester chiffon fabric with novelty print in shades of olive green, brown, mustard, red and navy. The skirt is lined. The dress opens with four buttons down the bodice, framed by froufrou pleats. The belt is adjustable and closes with a beautiful art deco brass buckle.

Size: Japanese size 13 – S/M to M
Material: polyester chiffon – lining
No label
Condition: excellent

Neck: 7″ – 18cm
Shoulders: 16″ – 41cm
Bust: 21″1/2 – 55cm
Waist: 18″1/2 – 47cm
Hips: 28″ – 71cm
Hem: 32″ – 82cm
Length: 42″ – 107cm
Sleeves length: 11″1/4 – 28.5cm
Sleeves width: 7″ – 18cm
Belt: adjustable to 33″1/2 – 85.5cm

Available here.

Light chiffon dress with novelty print and froufrou pleated collar

Light chiffon dress with novelty print and froufrou pleated collar 1

March 25, 2017 by bijoucaillouvintage Categories: dress, summerTags: 70's, below the knee, belt, brown, buttoned, green, Japanese, lined, novelty print, polyester, slight sheer, summer Leave a comment

Claudia Rame long burgundy wool sheath dress

Claudia Rame long burgundy wool sheath dress 1

This is an Italian 1980’s long sheath dress. Made of wool, the fabric is a double knit comfort stretch with textured burgundy and black stripes, made to effortlessly enhance the body’s natural silhouette. The buttoned slit on the back of the neck gives the dress an extra fashion twist . A perfect balance between comfort and elegance! Since it is made of wool the label says dry clean. I have tried machine washing it at lowest temperature and there is no problem at all doing so. Ironing isn’t necessary either if you like a textured fabric!

Estimated size: S (according to the label: 1 – Ita 42 – CH, D, NL 36 – FRA 40 – USA 8)
Material: 100% wool – unlined
Label: Claudia Rame – disegnata da Brunella – made in Italy
Condition: excellent
Care: easy

Neck: 5″1/4 – 13.5cm
Shoulders: 15″ – 38cm
Bust: 17″ – 43cm
Waist: 14″1/2 – 37cm
Hips: 16″ – 41cm
Hem: 17″1/2 – 44.5cm
Length: 43″1/2 – 110.5cm (about lower calf)
Sleeves length: 24″ – 61cm
Sleeves width: 5″1/2 – 14cm
Sleeves width at the wrist: 3″1/2 – 9cm

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