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Vintage Fashion
Written By Patric Chauvez Editor-In-Chief

Tribute to Timeless Style featuring : A Silk Velvet Dress by Oscar de la Renta

The Oscars are more than an awards night; they are a spectacle of fashion and a tribute to the legends of couture. So, it is only fitting that we honor one of the true masters—and arguably the most treasured Oscar of them all—Oscar de la Renta. His designs didn’t just drape the body; they whispered stories of sophistication, romance, and a life well-dressed.

And what better way to celebrate than with an Oscar de la Renta treasure of our own?

Oscar de la Renta, Black silk velvet wrap dress with draped bodice, wrap skirt, and flowing sleeves. From our curated vintage collection, Size 36. Available at Studio TMS

This dress captures the refined aesthetics of the 1970s, a decade when fashion embraced both opulence and ease. The luxurious silk velvet fabric not only exudes richness but also offers a tactile experience that is quintessentially Oscar. The wrap design, complemented by a draped bodice, skirt, and sleeves, showcases his mastery in crafting silhouettes that flatter and flow with grace.

In an era dominated by fast fashion, owning a piece like this is akin to holding art. It’s perfect for gala events, sophisticated soirées, or as a defining statement in a fashion-forward wardrobe.

 
 

“The dress isn't just attire; it's a narrative of style, history, and unparalleled craftsmanship. It’s an Oscar!”

A rare piece like this won’t be available for long. If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a piece of couture history, now is the time. True style doesn’t wait for the perfect moment—you are the moment. 

Available now at Studio TMS.

Patric Chauvez Editor-In-Chief

Patric Chauvez was born in the British Crown colony of Belize and remembers, in his early teens, being an avid reader of Connoisseur Magazine, where he developed his love of beautiful things. From the beginning, he loved to read about Jacqueline de Ribes and the fashion of Ungaro and Yves St. Laurent. Patric came to Chicago in 1984 and attended the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where he studied fashion and art history. His first job out of art school was dressing mannequins in the couture department for Neiman Marcus.

In the early 1990s, Patric began to style fashion shows for Christian Lacroix and Christian Dior ready-to-wear and haute couture under the direction of Gianfranco Ferré. His career as a stylist assistant began upon his return to Chicago, and the rest is pure history.

Patric is a former contributor to the Chicago Tribune Sunday Magazine section and has created styles for Oprah, Toni Braxton, and the opera singer Renée Fleming. With his years of experience in the industry, Patric has developed a reputation for knowledgeable & true expert of all things fashion. His love of beautiful clothes contributes to his deep appreciation style.

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