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1930s Bias Cut Wedding Dress

1930's Metallic Wood-Patterned Lamé Deco Appliqué Bias-Cut Trained Bridal Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
museum worthy rare 1930's custom couture bias-cut gown is in lovely condition with no serious damage
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1930s Unknown Wedding Dresses

1930's French Ivory Creme Silk Beaded Sheer Illusion Deco Bias-Cut Bridal Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Undiminished by time, this epic 1930's ivory crème couture bias-cut gown still casts its magical
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1930s French Wedding Dresses

Ivory Lace 1930s Wedding Ensemble
Located in Alford, MA
A rare find, this wedding dress and jacket from the 1930s is made of ivory lace and is in excellent
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1930s American Wedding Dresses

Ivory Lace 1930s Wedding Ensemble
Ivory Lace 1930s Wedding Ensemble
Size: approximate size 0-2
Nearly Naked White Satin Deco Wedding Gown w Transparent Lace Panels - XS, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
underwear, and to the bias-cut liquid satin fabric that hugs every curve. It simultaneously reveals
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1930s American Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Rhinestone Beaded Candlelight Silk Trained Old Hollywood Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gown dating back to the 1930's Old Hollywood era of glamour. So Jean Harlow! The fabric itself is a
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1930s Wedding Dresses

1930s White Flower Print Ruffle Neck Bias Cut Cotton Voile Vintage Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 30s white flower print lightweight cotton voile bias cut sleeveless maxi dress! Features
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1930s Maxi Dress

2008 Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Beaded Silk High Slit Bias-Cut Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
covered buttons. Such a nod to 1930's fashion! The slightly trained bias-cut high slit construction
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Early 2000s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Holly’s Harp Black Silk chiffon Layered Maxi Dress 1970s
By Holly Harp
Located in Boca Raton, FL
sleeves that extend past the wrists. The bias-cut dress is made up of four layers of angled silk chiffon
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Ad Campaign Corset Black Plunging Cotton Blouse
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible Gucci collared corset top, designed by Tom Ford for Gucci's Spring/Summer 2001 collection. Versions of this fabulous top debuted on runway looks 13 and 19 an...
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F/W 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Black Bodycon Dress
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Austin, TX
F/W 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Dress L/S Black Bodycon Condition: Excellent Viscose & Spandex Made in Italy Bust: 32"-48", Waist: 26"-43", Hips: 36"-56", Length: 44" SIZE: 4...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Maison Margiela Black Orchid Bias Gown with Open Back New!
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Maison Margiela by John Galliano enchanting bias cut gown. Features black velvet shoulder straps with narrow asymmetric peplum at waist extending into black silk charmeuse bias gode...
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

c. 1959 Jean Patou by Karl Lagerfeld Couture Strapless Blue Satin Evening Gown
By Jean Patou Paris, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in North Hollywood, CA
c. 1959 Jean Patou by Karl Lagerfeld Couture strapless blue satin evening sheath gown. Matching oversized fabric buttons and large bow at back. Subtle wrap-like effect at back with c...
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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s French Haute Couture Cream Bow Bodice Dress
Located in London, GB
This incredibly chic haute couture 1960s pale cream dress would make a fabulous entrance at a wedding or red carpet event, where it could be paired with striking accessories and glov...
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1960s French Wedding Dresses

A Loris Azzaro French Couture Top in Lurex Circa 1970
By Loris Azzaro Couture
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970 France Loris Azzaro backless top in gold Lurex knitwear and small gold and black chains from the 1970s and the Parisian Music Hall period. Knotting of the top with Lurex ...
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1970s French Bustiers

A Loris Azzaro French Couture Top in Lurex Circa 1970
A Loris Azzaro French Couture Top in Lurex Circa 1970
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Size: Equivalent French Size 36
1930S Cream Silk Satin Billowy Sleeve Trained Wedding Gown
Located in New York, NY
1930S Cream Silk Satin Billowy Sleeve Trained Wedding Gown
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1930s Formal Gowns

Richard Tyler Couture Embellished Gown
By Richard Tyler Couture
Located in New York, NY
Richard Tyler Couture Embellished Gown Circa 1990s. The dress shimmers with an enchanting iridescence that boldens the overall look, with an embellished bust that adds a touch of int...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Victoria Royal Vintage Neutral Pale Blush Embroidered Beaded Evening Dress
By Victoria Royal
Located in Portland, OR
This elegant evening dress was designed in the 1970's by Victoria Royal and sold at Robinson's in California. The outer layer of the dress is a fine sheer champagne mesh fabric that ...
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1970s Hong Kong Evening Gowns

1940s Lilli Ann Silk Jacket with Elaborate Detail
By Lilli Ann
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous beige and grey silk and wool fitted 1940's jacket from Lilli Ann. The double breasted jacket has a winged front collar, long sleeves with fold back cuffs and front self c...
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1940s American Double-Breasted Jackets

Jean Paul Gaultier Fur Trim Crop Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black fur trimmed jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is cropped with a soft, fur trimmed collar in shades of grey and full raglan sleeves with matching wide fur cuffs. ...
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1990s French Cropped Jackets

Ermanno Scervino S/S 2004 multi-layered pink chiffon gown with side slit
By Ermanno Scervino
Located in Rome, IT
- Ermanno Scervino spring-summer 2004 collection - Sold by Gold Palms Vintage - Pink silk chiffon evening dress - Asymmetric chiffon double panel with frayed hem - Cowl neck - Side...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Bill Blass for Saks Fifth Avenue Ruched Brown Jersey Knit Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Sparks, NV
Brown jersey knit dress by Bill Blass Drop waist and balloon sleeves Unlined Side Pockets Back Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: 8 Estimated Size: 8 Color: Medium Ash Brown F...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1915 Liberty Paris Couture Lilac Wool & Colorful Lace Art-Nouveau Cape
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Liberty Paris Couture wool cape dating back to the mid 1910's. Liberty was one of the first designers to embrace the Art-Nouveau movement. The fashion house saw the need...
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1910s English Capes

1996 Thierry Mugler Couture Archival Black White Futuristic Strapless Mini Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An iconic and truly timeless Thierry Mugler 1996 spring-summer collection strapless mini dress. This legendary French fashion designer is known for bold fashion and edgy, sometimes e...
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1990s French Mini Dress

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Christian Dior Floral Bias Cut Chiffon Dress / Wedding
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
or summer wedding. Has a 1930s silhouette and is cut on the bias for a very flattering fit. Has a
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Late 20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930s Silk Satin Bias Cut Ivory Wedding Dress
Located in London, GB
Extraordinary vintage 1930s wedding dress in soft ivory silk satin with high neck, open back and
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1930s Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Poppy Floral Print White Rayon Bias-Cut Dress & Bolero Jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
rarity in its own right. This figure flattering sleeveless bias-cut dress accentuates the bust while
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1930s Wedding Dresses

1930s Ivory Silk Bias Cut Wedding Dress with Original Belt
Located in London, GB
catches the light intermittently and is cut on the bias to flatter the waist and hip. The floor sweeping
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1930s British Wedding Dresses

1930's Beaded Rhinestone Black Silk-Velvet Deco Bias-Cut Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
garment accentuates the bust and skims the hip in a classic bias-cut design. It is impeccably seamed and
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1930s Art Deco Wedding Dresses

Original White Silk Satin Bias Cut Wedding Dress with Long Sleeves, 1930s
Located in London, GB
This enchanting 1930s silk satin wedding gown is in impeccable vintage condition and of exceptional
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1930s British Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Beaded Ivory Silk Satin Appliqué Sculpted Bias-Cut Bridal Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning 1930's shimmering ivory creme silk-satin gown from the "Old Hollywood" era of glamour
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1930s French Wedding Dresses

1930's Ivory Spiderweb Novelty Lace Belted Jacket & Matching Silk Bias-Cut Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. The bias-cut slip dress has an alluring thin-strap low plunge and adorable duel-bow trimming on the
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1930s American Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Rhinestone Studded Sheer Ivory Chiffon Bias-Cut Halter Dress Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking ivory sheer silk chiffon gown dating back to the late 1930's Old Hollywood era of
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1930s American Wedding Dresses

Vintage 2006 John Galliano Documented Newspaper Print Silk Bias-Cut Slip Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An ultra chic and highly coveted John Galliano novelty newspaper print silk chiffon bias-cut slip
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Early 2000s French Wedding Dresses

1930's Ethereal Ivory Rhinestone-Lace & Chiffon Bias-Cut Hourglass Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
insanely hard to do on bias cut fabric. This figure flattering garment accentuates the bust, skims the hip
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1930s French Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Old Hollywood Silver Satin Bias-Cut Gown & Flutter-Sleeve Jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An ethereal shimmering silver silk satin bias-cut gown from the 1930's Old Hollywood era of glamour
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1930s French Wedding Dresses

1930's Ivory White Silk Bias-Cut Floral Applique Tiered Old Hollywood Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
is a low-cut plunge sleeveless with seductive bias-cut construction. I adore the floral applique
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1930s French Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Rhinestone Beaded White Silk Satin Bias-Cut Trained Bridal Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking ivory white liquid silk satin gown dating back to the mid-1930's Old Hollywood era
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1930s Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Couture Ivory Lace Nude Illusion Backless Bias-Cut Gown & Jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dress Length:58 inches Total Jacket Length:18 inches This antique 1930's lace gown ensemble is in very
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1930s French Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Champagne-Pink Silk Satin Floral Applique Bias-Cut Bridal Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking 1930's custom-made champagne silk satin gown from the Old Hollywood era of glamour
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1930s American Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Rhinestone Studded Blush Silk Satin Old Hollywood Bias-Cut Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking candlelight blush silk satin gown dating back to the mid 1930's Old Hollywood era of
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1930s American Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Large-Scale Floral Print Nude Silk Puff Sleeve Bias-Cut Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
There are lots of lovely 1930's garments still around, but every once in a while I come across one
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1930s Unknown Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Pale Pink Sheer Lace & Tiered Silk Chiffon Bias Cut Deco Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Ethereal dresses from the 1930's era remain a perennial favorite, perhaps because no other period combined
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1930s French Wedding Dresses

1930s 2-Piece Bridal Bias-Cut Gown and Coat w Long Train and Rhinestone Neck
Located in Gresham, OR
1930s beautiful 2-piece bridal ensemble: Bias-cut gown with rhinestone neck detail and keyhole
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1930s American Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Pink Leaf Print Sheer Silk Handkerchief-Sleeve Draped Back Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The ethereal pink leaf-motif deco print used on this early 1930's sheer silk-chiffon gown has a
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1930s French Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1970's Couture Beige Lace Winged Sleeve Bias-Cut Fringe Bridal Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
with 1930's Old Hollywood glamour. The fabric used is breathtaking; hand finished floral motif corded
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1970s English Wedding Dresses

2008 John Galliano Pale Pink Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon Draped Ruffle Bias-Cut Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
love the side covered buttons which is definitely a nod to 1930's fashion. The sculpted bias-cut
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Early 2000s French Wedding Dresses

2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano Ice-Blue Silk & Tulle Tiered Bias-Cut Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
to 1930's design! I love the sensual bias cut skirting that emphasizes a woman's seductive shape
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Early 2000s French Wedding Dresses

Vintage 2002 Christian Dior by Galliano Beaded Pale Pink Chiffon Bias-Cut Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
collection is a perfect example of his genius. Vogue stated about the collection, "His bias-cut silk and lace
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Early 2000s French Wedding Dresses

Vintage 2003 Christian Dior by Galliano Haute Couture Beaded Lace Bias-Cut Gown
By Christian Dior Haute Couture, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
buttons. Such a nod to 1930's design. Flattering bias-cut mermaid skirting flows into the most extravagant
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Early 2000s French Wedding Dresses

1930s Bias-Cut Silk Dévoré Velvet and Lace Wedding Gown
Located in Gresham, OR
This would be a fantastic choice for a wedding gown! A 1930s dévoré silk bias cut gown with
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Evening Gowns

House of Wenger Gorgeous Silk Chiffon 1930s Gown
Located in Gresham, OR
Beautiful House of Wenger silk chiffon bias cut gown with button up dolman sleeves, deep V back and
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wedding Dresses

Backless 1930s White Lace Gown with Lace Caplet and Victorian Lace Detail
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
We have fully rebuilt this beautiful 1930s bias cut lace gown. Down the center front we have set in
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1930s American Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Green Pink Abstract Watercolor Sheer Organdy Ruffle Bias-Cut Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
inches Hips: up to 38 inches Total Length: 55 inches This mid 1930's abstract watercolor dress is in
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1930s Aesthetic Day Dresses

Vintage 1930's Butterscotch Silk Velvet Bias-Cut Gown w/ Braided Bolero Jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
that sets my heart a flutter! This is a simply beautiful 1930's butterscotch colored silk velvet bias
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1930s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage 2006 John Galliano Documented Runway Newspaper Print Silk & Lace Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
of black lace to look like a vintage bra peaking through. Such a nod to 1930's fashion! The bias-cut
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Early 2000s Wedding Dresses

1930s Ivory Satin Wedding Dress with Cowl Neck and Beading
Located in London, GB
Amazing vintage 1930s bias cut ivory silk satin wedding dress with fabulous decorative collar
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1930s British Vintage Bridal Gowns

1930's Egyptian Antique Couture Assuit Hammered Metal Deco Sheer-Net Maxi Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1930's Egyptian couture dress is in excellent wearable condition for age with no rips, stains or holes
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1930s Egyptian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Rare 2008 John Galliano Coral Pink Silk Bias-Cut Scalloped Train Backless Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
buttons which is definitely a nod to 1930's fashion. The sculpted bias-cut skirting skims the hips while
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Early 2000s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1998 Christian Dior by John Galliano Navy Blue Silk Draped Bias-Cut Evening Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A totally breathtaking and highly coveted Christian Dior midnight navy blue silk bias-cut slip gown
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1990s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1930s Original White Silk Satin Bias Cut Wedding Dress
Located in London, GB
This enchanting 1930s silk satin wedding gown is in really good vintage condition and of
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1930s British Wedding Dresses

1930S Cream Bias Cut Rayon & Silk Charmeuse As-Is Wedding Gown With A Massive
Located in New York, NY
1930S Cream Bias Cut Rayon & Silk Charmeuse As-Is Wedding Gown With A Massive Train, Ready To Be
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1930s Wedding Dresses

1930S Ivory Bias Cut Silk & Antique Edwardian Bridal Lace Gown XL
Located in New York, NY
1930S Ivory Bias Cut Silk & Antique Edwardian Bridal Lace Gown XL
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1930s Wedding Dresses

Ivory Slipper Satin Wedding Dress Gown Leg of Mutton Sleeves, 1930s Kate Moss
Located in Portland, OR
incredible bias cut 1930's vintage wedding gown is absolutely beautiful. This lovely ivory wedding dress has
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1930s American Wedding Dresses

Haute Couture Cream Medieval Cathedral Train Wedding Gown - Small, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
diamond shape inset waist with 30 darts above and 30 darts below waistline to accentuate bias cut skirt
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1930s Unknown Wedding Dresses

Deco Ivory Sleeveless Cowl Wedding Gown with Plunge Tuxedo Back – XXS, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
high cowl neck to its plunge back to its poured-on bias cut. Silk charmeuse sleeveless bias gown with
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1930s Unknown Wedding Dresses

Wedding dress with big train in cream silk satin Circa 1935/1945
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1935/1945 France Wedding dress in champagne silk satin from the late 1930s. Fluid and skin
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1940s French Wedding Dresses

Wedding dress with big train in cream silk satin Circa 1935/1945
Wedding dress with big train in cream silk satin Circa 1935/1945
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1930'S ROSE AMADO Champagne Bias Cut Silk Satin Wedding Gown With Victorian Han
Located in New York, NY
1930'S ROSE AMADO Champagne Bias Cut Silk Satin Wedding Gown With Victorian Handmade Heirloom Lace
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John Galliano Vintage rose pink and gold silk jacquard bias cut gown, 1990s
By John Galliano
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful John Galliano 2000s bias cut rose and gold metallic silk jacquard gown inspired by 1930s
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1990s French Evening Gowns

1930's Bias Cut White Lace Evening Dress
Located in New Hope, PA
. Measurements were taken with the dress laying flat, there is some give to a bias cut. Measurements; Bust 36
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1930s American Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Ivory Lace Bias Cut Dress with Jacket
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1930's dress * sheer ivory cotton lace * attached tie belt * side snap closure
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Vintage 1930's Silk Velvet Wedding Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1930's wedding dress * ivory/champagne silk velvet * small train pools in back (ring
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1930s Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1930's Ivory Silk Satin Wedding Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1930's dress * ivory silk satin * gorgeous triple bow detail and neck * bow repeated
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1930's Silk Chiffon Floral Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1930's tea gown. Pale pink with floral print in tan, mauve, bright pink, and periwinkle. V-neck
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1930's Floral Silk Chiffon Bias Cut Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1930's bias cut silk chiffon gown is printed with painterly deco flowers in coral red
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1930's Silver Lamé Gown with Train
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 1930's bias cut silver lamé gown in classic princess style with long train. Layered cowl
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1930s Open Shoulder Lace Gown worn by Charli XCX 2015 Billboard Music Awards
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
vintage condition. Best fits sizes S/M - being bias cut, there is a bit of give. MEASUREMENTS
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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

"Forget Me Not" Wedding Slip
Located in Topanga, CA
1930's sheer bias cut slip dress, with adorable baby blue floral embroidery, inscribed "Forget Me
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1930s American Slips

Claire McCardell playsuit, jacket & sun dress. 1940/50
By Claire McCardell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950’s 3 Piece Play-Suit, Jacket and Dress Circa late 1940/early 1950 Claire McCardell for
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1940s American Sportswear

1930's Silk Satin Bell Tassel Wedding Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
sleeves * bias cut condition | excellent fits like xs/s dress length 60" bodice 14" bust 32
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1930s Wedding Dresses

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1930s Bias Cut Wedding Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary 1930s bias cut wedding dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Gray is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, White and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a 1930s bias cut wedding dress from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 1930s Bias Cut Wedding Dress?

The price for a 1930s bias cut wedding dress starts at $325 and tops out at $4,250, and on average, selling for $1,800.

Finding the Right evening-dresses for You

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.

Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

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