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What is a ruched dress?

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What is a ruched dress?
A ruched dress uses a specific pleating or gathering of the dress material which results in a slimming effect. The ruched style is also used as a means of decoration.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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Black ruched dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Issey Miyake, Black sleeveless ruched dress with jute fringe. No zippers or closures. CONDITION
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Ruched Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Yves Saint Laurent Silk Ruched Dress Black, sleeveless dress with ruching throughout. Additional
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2010s Mini Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Silk Ruched Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana Silk Ruched Dress Purple strapless dress designed in ruched bodycon fit
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Philosophy Silk Strapless Floral Ruched Dress
By Philosophy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Philosophy Silk Strapless Floral Ruched Dress, a bold and unique statement piece
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

2000S DONNA KARAN Garnet Red Rayon Jersey Knot Front Ruched Dress With Belt
By Donna Karan
Located in New York, NY
2000S DONNA KARAN Garnet Red Rayon Jersey Knot Front Ruched Dress With Belt
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Early 2000s Casual Dresses

Pierre Balmain Ruched Dress
By Pierre Balmain, Balmain Paris
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous orange fine stretch silk dress from Pierre Balmain. It has a plunging V neckline with
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2010s French Day Dresses

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