“The September Sale: Fall Fashion & Luxury Accessories” presents nearly 300 lots of vintage and contemporary fashion and accessories from the late 19^th century to today. The property in this auction was gathered from around the United States, from New York to Los Angeles and from Palm Beach to Chicago, including rare items from collectors and family archives.

In addition to contemporary luxury accessories, this auction holds one of the very first “it bags”, with a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk from the late 19^th century. While most Louis Vuitton trunks provided space for the transport of folded clothing and accessories, this trunk, known as the “Wardrobe Trunk”, also provides space for hanging clothing.

The oldest clothing items in this auction were made by Mariano Fortuny (1871-1949) in the early twentieth century and include the designer’s famous “Delphos” and “Peplos” dresses in fine pleated silk. From 1927 comes another rare example of fashion history in a purple leather coat made by the French Haute Couture House of Callot Soeurs. The coat, along with three other items in this auction, are all from the 1920s and 30s and are brought to auction by a descendant of the wearer.

Contemporary and vintage luxury accessories, including many that were never used, form a major part of this auction. Many of today’s hottest brands are included: Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci, Oscar de la Renta, Bottega Veneta, Saint Laurent and Fendi. Some of these items date back to the 1970s and include iconic styles, such as Chanel’s Classic Flap Bags and monogram canvas from Louis Vuitton.

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