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PENELOPE'S is an auction house dedicated to Fashion vintage
Auction your fashion
Find out about current and upcoming vintage fashion auctions.
- 19 December 2025
Penelope’s is revolutionizing auctions by focusing entirely on the arts of fashion. We highlight history, style and elegance through exceptional pieces. Every month, we organize two unmissable sales, bringing together the greatest designers of the XXᵉ century.
A unique auction house
Auction houses are no longer limited to paintings and antiques. Penelope’s puts fashion at the heart of the art market. We offer collectors, stylists and enthusiasts a rigorous selection of clothing and accessories signed by the most influential designers. Our sales become events where history and creativity intertwine.
Rare, carefully selected pieces
We choose each piece for its artistic and heritage value. Our collections tell the story of the evolution of style, from couture to contemporary trends. The clothes and accessories we offer come from prestigious wardrobes, where each item reflects an era, a vision and exceptional know-how.
A heritage passed on to enthusiasts
Our auctions offer collectors the opportunity to pass on their love of fashion. Each sale allows enthusiasts to discover and acquire iconic pieces. Buyers find treasures, sellers share their stories. This dialogue between generations enriches fashion’s heritage and perpetuates its legacy.
Join us and plunge into a world where every piece has a soul, and every sale writes a new page in fashion history.
Why buy vintage fashion at auction?
Buying vintage fashion at auction today appeals to style enthusiasts, discerning collectors and fashion history buffs alike. This mode of acquisition combines authenticity, rarity and added value, all within a secure and transparent framework. So why choose auctions rather than a traditional boutique or platform? Here are the key reasons.
1. Rare and iconic pieces
Auctions offer access to clothing, accessories and jewelry from legendary fashion houses such as Chanel, Dior, Hermès and Yves Saint Laurent. These pieces, often unobtainable in boutiques or on the traditional market, come from private archives, private collections or former fashion house inventories.
Whether you’re looking for a ’70s Kelly bag, a Courrèges dress or a Gaultier jacket, vintage fashion auctions offer a selection of unique items, often steeped in history.
2. Value for money
Contrary to popular belief, buying at auction doesn’t always mean paying more. On the contrary, the starting price is often lower than the market value. Thanks to the mechanism of selling to the highest bidders, everyone can position themselves according to their budget, sometimes with the surprise of acquiring a designer piece at an affordable price.
Public sales also make it possible to set bidding limits, avoiding impulse buying. For connoisseurs, it’s an opportunity to unearth vintage treasures at the best price.
3. A guarantee of authenticity and traceability
Each item put up for auction is generally appraised before sale. Auction houses work with fashion specialists and auctioneers, guaranteeing theauthenticity and provenance of garments and accessories. So you can buy with confidence, without fear of counterfeiting.
4. A sustainable and committed gesture
Choosing vintage fashion also means making an ethical choice. By buying at auction, you give a second life to existing pieces, in a circular economy approach. It’s a responsible alternative to fast fashion, combining style and ecological awareness.
5. An exciting and exclusive experience
Taking part in an auction, whether live or online, is a unique experience. The adrenalin rises as the bidding goes on, the competition is stimulating, and the purchase becomes an unforgettable moment. Buying at auction also means joining a community of enthusiasts, experts and aesthetes.