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Woman In Dress, 1940's
By Constantin Joffe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Attributed on verso
Vintage Gelatin Silver Print
Paper Dimensions:
11 x 14 inches
Matted Dimensions:
16 x 20 inches
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
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Silver Gelatin
Dorothy O'Hara Vintage Black Lace Cocktail Dress, 1940s
By Dorothy O'Hara
Located in Sparks, NV
Extremely rare vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara cocktail dress in unworn condition with the original
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
'She Loves Me, She Loves Me Not', Girl in a Gingham Dress, 1940's, Folk Art
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
a floral-striped, jade green gingham dress.
Signed lower right, 'Martha Tracy Frey' (American
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1940s Realist Vintage Dresses 1940S
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Oil, Board
H 20.13 in W 16 in D 0.13 in
Vintage 1940's Burgundy Corduroy Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This wonderful 1940's dress rendered in a deep shade of Bordeaux corduroy, is just the piece to
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940’s Black and Floral Peplum Shirt Rayon Tea Dress
Located in London, GB
This desirable original unlabelled 1940’s day dress in black rayon with a pretty pink rose print is
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
Vintage 1940s Day Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage day dress from the 1940s. The dress is in a mixture of grey, cream and red and has
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1940S
Vintage Brown 1940s Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty dress from the 1940s. The dress has a shawl collar, side zip opening, gathering at the
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940's Manguin Cream Dress with Pleated Skirt and Bow Detail
By Lucile Manguin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1940's Lucile Manguin Haute Couture silk crepe dress. Domed shoulders, fitted waist, micro pleated
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1940s French Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Floral Crepe Peplum Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
A floral maxi dress, done with that distinct 1940s elegance and would work well for both day and
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
Vintage 1940's Magenta Knitted Dress UK 10-12 US 6-8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This incredible 1940's magenta knitted dress, rendered in a multitude of different knitted stitches
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940's White Rayon Crepe Old Hollywood Style Draped Dress
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1940's white rayon crepe old Hollywood style dress with draped swag. Loosely gathered across the
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress with belt in the same fabric. Pink
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1940s European Vintage Dresses 1940S
Vintage 1940s Dress and Bolero
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage dress from the 1940s. In a floral print of brown , yellow, green and beige, the
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1940S
Vintage 1940s Apple Print Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty Summer dress from the 1940s. The dress has an interesting double collar and button detail
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1940S
Vintage Blue 1940s Day Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty blue crepe dress with embroidery detail on the bust area and waist. The fabric is a pretty
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1940S
Vintage 1940's Apricot Silk Day Dress Size 2 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dress is composed of an apricot hue silk. Features sheer lace inserts, front pockets, and
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940'S Black Rayon Crepe One Shoulder Draped Peplum Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Black Rayon Crepe One Shoulder Draped Peplum Cocktail Dress
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940'S Navy Blue Rayon Crepe Dress With Embroidered Sheer Back
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Navy Blue Rayon Crepe Dress With Embroidered Sheer Back
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940'S Black & White Rayon "Roman" Novelty Print Fit Flare Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Black & White Rayon "Roman" Novelty Print Fit Flare Dress
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940's JACQUES FATH navy blue satin coat dress
By Jacques Fath
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare navy satin coat dress designed by Jacques Fath for Joseph Halpert dating to the 1940's
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s black femme fatale draped dress
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully draped black dress. Deep v surplice neckline. Long sleeves.
Long draped fabric at the
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s White Smocked Sheer Maxi Dress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into Timeless Elegance with the 1940s White Smocked Sheer Maxi Dress! Introducing a truly
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Vintage Heart Print Tea Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty and easy to wear vintage tea dress from the 1940s. The dress has a button front with elbow
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1940S
Vintage 1940s Linen Print Day Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage day dress from the 1940s. The dress has a white background, with crimson, blue
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Black Dress with Studded Belt
Located in Alford, MA
Black 1940s dress in a slightly sheer fabric, possibly rayon. The bodice, with short sleeves, has a
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Black Crepe and Cotton Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic dress from the 1940s. The bodice is a cotton net like fabric with hand painted flowers and
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1940S
Handmade 1940's floral Pattern Velvet Cocktail Dress Size 4 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This custom 1940's design is composed of a orange hue floral patterned velvet. Handmade. In
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1940S
Vintage 1940s ladies lilac dress, Diamante
Located in NEWARK, GB
A simply stunning vintage 1940s lilac dress.
Made from a heavy cotton / wool knit blend in a
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Mid-20th Century British Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940'S Black Silk Charmeuse Button Front Couture Detailed Dress From Paris
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Black Silk Charmeuse Button Front Couture Detailed Dress From Paris
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
Vintage 1940's Yellow Silk Dress with Lace Inserts Size 2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dress is composed of a yellow hue silk. Features sheer lace inserts, front pockets, and center
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Novelty Print Colouful Rayon Patchwork Dress
Located in London, GB
This pretty 1940's rayon crepe dress features a whimsical patchwork/bunting novelty print in soft
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1940s British Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Day Dress with Novelty Button Trim
Located in San Francisco, CA
1940s Day Dress with Novelty Button Trim. Vertical strip bodice with gathered bust, contrast brown
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940'S Purple & Blue Rayon Floral Printed Shirt Dress With Bias Cut Skirt
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Purple & Blue Rayon Floral Printed Shirt Dress With Bias Cut Skirt
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940’s Monica Black Dress With Cream Guipure Lace
By Monica
Located in London, GB
This beautiful vintage 1940s black organza dress features a unique guipure lace under layer in soft
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940S Oyster Grey Rayon Crepe Dress
Located in New York, NY
Dress shows signs of wear and fading 1940S Oyster Grey Rayon Crepe Dress
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
Eisenberg Originals Dress with Beaded Lace Panel 1940s
By Eisenberg Originals
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black silk 1940s dress by Eisenberg Originals. It has a crew neckline, long sleeves and
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
Vintage 1940's Pink Silk Evening Dress Beaded Pearl Floral Dress UK 8 Us 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A beauty to behold. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with trailing silk threaded
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1940S
Vintage 1940s Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic dress with pockets from the 1940s. The dress has a v neckline with decorative buttons, and
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Multicolor Floral Print Rayon Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1940s Multi color floral print in pink, orange, white and green) silk crepe dress. Perfect summer
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940's HOUSE OF WORTH black wool haute couture dress
By House of Worth
Located in San Fransisco, CA
waist designed by the House of Worth dating to the 1940's. Best fits a US 4-6. Approximate measurements
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1940s French Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Paisley Rayon Maxi Hostess Dress
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1940s, this is an excellent example of a hostess dress from the era. With 80
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940S Cotton Egyptian Novelty Printed Dress
Located in New York, NY
stretches up to 40in. 1940S Cotton Egyptian Novelty Printed Dress
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Feather Print Rayon Wrap Dress
Located in London, GB
Original cold rayon novelty feather print wrap dress dating to the 1940s. It is in really vibrant
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Flora Originals Dress
Located in Port Hope, ON
Black crepe top and bronze and gold metallic rayon or acetate make up this lovely dress. The
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Cold Rayon Floral Print Dress
Located in London, GB
An original vintage cold rayon 1940s dress in a striking floral and leaf print. The colour
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
COUTURE c.1940's Gray Floral Print Silk Belted Front Bustle Draped Day Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Couture c.1940's gray floral print silk day dress. Gray, light blue, pink, white, and green
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Wool Crepe Floral Burgundy Dress
Located in London, GB
Very late 1930s to early 1940s floral print burgundy textured crepe dress. Old Hollywood full
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1940s British Vintage Dresses 1940S
OOAK Vtg 1930's - 1940's Black Feather Trim Evening Ballroom Dance Dress Gown XS
Located in Thiensville, WI
One-of-a-Kind circa 1930's / 1940's deep ivory fine net / mesh evening gown. Black feather trim at
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1930s Vintage Dresses 1940S
SERGEE OF CALIFORNIA c.1940's Yellow Daisy Floral Print Rayon Crepe Day Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Sergee of California c.1940's yellow daisy print rayon crepe day dress. White and black all
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940's Terracotta Crochet Tea Length Knit Dress Size 2 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown is composed of a terracotta hue knit. Features a draped neckline and tea length. In excellent condition.
**Please cross-reference measurements for personal accuracy. Siz...
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Gilbert Adrian Inspired Black Silk Long Dress with Wheat Sheaf Print
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Very beautiful black silk maxi dress with all over large yellow and gold wheat sheaf print dates
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1930s Vintage Dresses 1940S
Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress
Located in Paris, FR
Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on
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1940s French Vintage Dresses 1940S
COUTURE c.1940's Purple Gold Belted Sequin Embellished Evening Dress Gown
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Couture c.1940's purple button front floor length evening gown. Extended shoulders. High v
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940's IRENE LENTZ black dress with blouson silk chiffon overlay
By Irene Lentz
Located in San Fransisco, CA
to the late 1940's. Fabulous cut including a corset with peaks at sides, billowy bishop sleeves and
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
Vintage 1940s Ivory Crepe Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage crepe dress dating from the 1940s. The dress has a v neckline , short sleaves and
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940S Light Pink Cotton Eyelet Lace Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Light Pink Cotton Eyelet Lace Dress
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940S White Cotton Piqué Off Shoulder Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S White Cotton Piqué Off Shoulder Dress
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
ROBBIE BEE c.1940's Vtg Brown Copper Hand Beaded Accent Trompe-L'oeil Day Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
ROBBIE BEE c.1940's Vtg Brown Copper Hand Beaded Accent Trompe-L'oeil Day Dress
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1940s Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Norman Young Red Georgette Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
This is a very fine example of late 1940s to early 1950s evening wear by British designer Norman
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1940s British Vintage Dresses 1940S
1940s Black and Cream Floral Rayon Dress
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Black and cream floral printed rayon dress dating from the 1940s. Tiny feminine V neck with a
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1940s American Vintage Dresses 1940S
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Vintage Dresses 1940S For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of vintage dresses 1940s. For vintage dresses 1940s, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Gray, Brown and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. Vintage dresses 1940s such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Adrian, Gilbert Adrian and Claire McCardell are consistently popular. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 18 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.
How Much are Vintage Dresses 1940S?
Prices for vintage dresses 1940s can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $95 and can go as high as $225,050, while these items, on average, fetch $710.
Questions About Vintage Dresses 1940S
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- What is a 1940s style dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
- 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023In the 1900s, wedding dresses typically looked like full, floor-length garments. Brides wore S-shaped corsets below the usually ruffled bodices, and most designs included large puff sleeves. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be considered vintage, a wedding dress has to be at least 20 years old. Many brides opt for vintage wedding dresses due to their timeless style and unique details. Shop a range of vintage and designer wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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