70 S Dresses
1970s Unknown Maxi Dresses
1970s Mexican Sheath Dresses
2010s Italian Casual Dresses
1970s Israeli Maxi Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses
1960s Casual Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses
1970s American Casual Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses
1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses
1960s Unknown Wedding Dresses
1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Early 2000s Maxi Dress
21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses
2010s Italian Mini Dress
21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses
1970s Maxi Dresses
Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns
1980s French Casual Dresses
1960s Italian Maxi Dress
21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses
1970s Maxi Dresses
Early 2000s French Mini Dresses
1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary British Mini Dresses
1990s Italian Mini Dresses
1990s Italian Mini Dresses
Early 2000s Italian Shift Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary British Mini Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary British Mini Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses
1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
21st Century and Contemporary British Maxi Dresses
1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns
21st Century and Contemporary British Mini Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary British Maxi Dresses
2010s Casual Dresses
1970s French Evening Gowns
Early 2000s French Casual Dresses
2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses
1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses
2010s Casual Dresses
1980s French Day Dresses
1980s British Maxi Dress
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Shift Dresses
2010s Italian Casual Dresses
2010s Unknown Wedding Dresses
20th Century Italian Sheath Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns
2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Late 20th Century French Shift Dresses
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the maxi dress was very popular in the 1970s. This was a strange transitional era for women’s clothing as they left behind more modest clothing and embraced a risque approach to style. This meant that in the 1970s maxi dresses sat alongside miniskirts in the same closet. Shop a collection of 1970’s-inspired vintage clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024There are a few options for how you should dress for a ’70s party. You can go for the hippie look with dramatic bell-bottoms, fringed jackets and vests and embroidered blouses, or try a sporty look by pairing a vintage tee with high-waisted, button-fly flared jeans and clogs or platform shoes. For a straight-from-the-disco aesthetic, look for surplice and halter dresses decked out in sequins. Men can make a 1970s-inspired statement with a leisure suit or bell-bottoms matched with a turtleneck. Aviator sunglasses are great accessories for both men and women. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of 1970s apparel and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The sunglasses that were popular in the 70s were those that were large and often square in shape. A popular 70s style was the aviator style. Many of the 70s style glasses were characterized by colored lenses and funky frames. Shop 1970s sunglasses and other vintage sunglasses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Many kinds of skirts were popular in the 1970s, including denim skirts, A-line skirts, and peasant skirts. Earth tones, pastels, and wildly colorful patterns were common styles of the 70s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a wide collection of vintage 1970s skirts from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- What do you wear to a 70s party?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021In order to dress for a ‘70s party, it is important to dress in the styles of the day. Namely, opt for bell-bottom jeans, polyester tops, shirts and jackets with wide lapels, peasant tops and halter tops. Additionally, choose bright colors and patterns such as tie-dye.
- What are 70s boots called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022From crinkle boots to platform boots, there were many different styles of boot found in the 1970s. One of the most popular and famous styles from the time was the go-go boot which first rose to prominence in the 60s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage boots from the 1970s from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- Are platform shoes from the 70s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, platform shoes are not from the ‘70s. Platform shoes have been around for centuries, with origins in Greek theater. Salvatore Ferragamo popularized the footwear again in the 1930s with his rainbow-soled design. Find vintage and contemporary platform shoes from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Was velvet used in the 1970s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between a dress and a cocktail dress is mainly the specificity of the term. A dress is any garment that has a bodice attached to a skirt. The term cocktail dress refers to a dress designed for events in the late afternoon and early evening. Many feature hemlines that fall between the knee and calf. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cocktail dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
- What is a chiffon dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chiffon is a light and sheer material that's typically made of silk, nylon or rayon. It's often used for lingerie and formalwear.
- What is a couture dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A couture dress is hand-sewn using the best materials and designed specifically for the wearer so that the piece is one-of-a-kind. Because these dresses use such high quality materials and take hundreds of hours to complete, they can be expensive. Find a variety of couture dresses on 1stDibs.
- What is a mod dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A mod dress is a style of dress that originated along with the mod subculture in London — a culture with roots in 1950s' bohemian-style coffee bars where jazz and blues were played on jukeboxes. Later, during the 1960s, mods were generally fashion-conscious teenagers living in London and south England who listened to these types of music as well as R&B. Mod dresses were among the garments worn by mods, and they were colorful and were embellished by interesting patterns and designs. Mod dresses were made with a short hem. A range of mod dresses by Mary Quant, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and others can be found on 1stDibs.
- What are swing dresses?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A swing dress is a dress with an a-line shape that tends to flow as one moves. Swing dresses hit peak popularity in the 1950s.
- What is a dressing chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A dressing chair may refer to the stool or short seat that is intended to accompany a vanity table. Vanities been variously known as dressing tables or makeup tables over the years, but no matter what we call them — and whether it's a sophisticated contemporary piece or an iconic vintage Luigi Massoni vanity — vanities have offered a special place for us to get ready for work, an early-morning appointment or lunch date or whatever lies ahead. Find your vintage dressing chair or vanity table on 1stDibs.
- What is a dress ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A dress ring is any ring that is not a wedding or an engagement ring. They can add charm to any formal or semi-formal outfit. Dress rings can be made of gold, silver, and more and can be studded with precious or semi-precious stones for added visual flair. Shop a collection of vintage and modern dress rings from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- What is a dupioni dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A dupioni dress is a dress made of a type of silk fabric called dupioni. It is very popular in bridal wear and in other formal wear. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer dupioni dresses and home décor from top designers.
- What is a rayon dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Rayon is a fabric produced from regenerated cellulose fiber and is used to make dresses. It's made from cellulose, which is a semi-synthetic material. It has a comparable drape and softness like silk. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns from top fashion designers.
- What is a wiggle dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A wiggle dress is a dress that falls just below the knee and has a hemline that is narrower than your waist. It is a figure-hugging dress that might add some pep to your walk, resulting in a “wiggle” in your hip. Wiggle dresses came about in the 1950s. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns from top fashion boutiques around the world.
- What is an A-line dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024An A-line dress is a dress with a certain shape or cut. Specifically, dresses considered to be A-line styles fit closely along the bust and then gently flare outward for a flowier fit through the waist and hips all the way to the hem. The name of the style comes from the fact that A-line dresses show off a triangular shape similar to the letter A when hung on a hanger. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
- What is a Grecian dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A Grecian dress is distinguished by draped or pleated fabric, ruching, and toga-like shoulders. During New York Fashion Week in 2021, Grecian gowns were seen on the runways and in presentations by designers such as Donna Karan and Monique Lhuillier. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage Grecian dresses.
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