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1950s Ballgown

Martin Margiela tulle waistcoat made from a 1950s ballgown, ss 1991
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
▪ Martin Margiela full length waist coat ▪ Made from a recycled 1950's ballgown with slit down the
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950’s Grey & Yellow Silk Ballgown Dress With Gloves
Located in London, GB
This sensational 1950’s silk satin gown in pale grey showcases some magnificent construction and is
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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

MartinMargiela S/S2008 PlungingVneck Bias Ruched Halter SlitDress Black Top
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Chicago, IL
Martin Margiela's seminal collections--both the upcycled-split 1950s ballgowns of Spring/Summer 1991 and
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Early 2000s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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Located in London, GB
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You would be forgiven for thinking this is an uptight wedding gown because of its age and sleeves. Of course we would direct your attention to the transparent lace insets that discou...
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Ivory Satin Queen Anne Empire Wedding Gown w Adjustable Train/Bustle – XS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A highly traditional gown with positively regal bearing, this full-skirted wedding dress covers all bases. Though it conceals and arms and neck for propriety, its Queen Anne neckline...
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Vintage 1940's Saks Fifth Avenue Creme Beaded Chiffon One-Shoulder Bridal Gown
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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1960 Bonwit Teller Pale Yellow Silk Chiffon Column & Overlay Gown
By Bonwit Teller
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Bonwit Teller pale butter yellow silk chiffon column gown with front bow. Separate overlay layer which is split at front allowing the bow on gown bodice to sit outside the over...
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By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Museum worthy piece of Fashion History The super dramatic beautiful Archival Thierry Mugler ensemble, two piece set (jacket and skirt). Extremely rare black jacket and skirt from th...
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Betsey Johnson New Faux Fur Hooded Maxi Coat 1990s
By Betsey Johnson
Located in Water Mill, NY
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Christian Dior by John Galliano antique-style filigree choker necklace, ss 1999
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Christian Dior choker necklace ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 1999 ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive This rare Christian Dior choker necklace features ...
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Located in San Francisco, CA
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By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Montgomery, TX
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Will Steinman New Look Pink Blue Strapless Back Bow Bouffant Party Dress-S, 1950
By Will Steinman
Located in Tucson, AZ
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1950s American Ballerina Dresses

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By Yves Saint Laurent, Alber Elbaz
Located in London, GB
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By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
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By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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By Katie Larmour Design
Located in Great Britain, Northern Ireland
alongside them at New York Design Week 2016. Style: Inspired by haute couture ballgowns, from 1950s lavish
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Small Designer Bow Pillow in Vintage Irish Linen Natural Oatmeal Cushion
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Located in Great Britain, Northern Ireland
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Located in Gresham, OR
This 1950s ballgown from Salon Antoinette in Frankfurt Germany is constructed from the finest of
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Located in Gresham, OR
This 1950s ballgown is a fairytale dream! With lesser quality pieces sequins or beads are applied
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Located in Gresham, OR
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Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Located in Gresham, OR
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Located in Portland, OR
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Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Located in Gresham, OR
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Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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By Ceil Chapman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
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Located in Wilmslow, GB
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By Ferdinando Sarmi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Located in New Hope, PA
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Located in New Hope, PA
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Mark Shaw Editioned Photo- Model in Chateau of Jacques Fath #1
Located in Richmond, VA
, 1953. The model is Irish beauty Anne Gunning. She wears Fath's white polished satin ballgown with
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Vintage 1950s French Photography

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Mark Shaw Editioned Photo- Model in Chateau of Jacques Fath #1
By Mark Shaw
Located in Richmond, VA
, 1953. The model is Irish beauty Anne Gunning. She wears Fath's white polished satin ballgown with
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Vintage 1950s French Photography

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Archival Paper, Rag Paper, Archival Ink

Mark Shaw-YSL for Dior-Models With Mask, 1958
By Mark Shaw
Located in Los Angeles Area, CA
house of Dior throughout the 1950s and '60s. Captured here in a grand Parisian residence in 1958 are two
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1950s Photography

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1950s Ballgown For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary 1950s ballgown you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Beige and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Purple and more. Finding the perfect 1950s ballgown may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 20th Century, can also be found on the site. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Louis Feraud, Philip Hulitar and Pierre Balmain Couture are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1950s Ballgown?

Prices for a 1950s ballgown can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $660 and can go as high as $28,249, while, on average they fetch $1,287.

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