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Worth gowns are evening gowns designed by Charles Frederick Worth, an English fashion designer who opened his first shop in Paris in 1858. Worth gowns are meticulously constructed with a wide range of textiles in luxurious colors and textures. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Worth gowns from some of the world’s top sellers.
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A Redingote Velvet dress by Jean-Charles Worth Haute Couture - Paris Circa 1923
By House of Worth, Worth
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1923/1924
Paris
Redingote evening dress in chimney sweep brown velvet embroidered in a champagne color by the famous Maison Worth. Ample straight cut, long sleeves, high collar...
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1920s French Caftans
1940's HOUSE OF WORTH black wool haute couture dress
By House of Worth
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black wool, haute couture dress with pleated bodice, embellished shoulder detail and peplum waist designed by the House of Worth dating to the 1940's. Best fits a US 4-6. Approxi...
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1940s French Cocktail Dresses
House of Worth Blue Silk Moire Reception Gown and Bonnet
By House of Worth
Located in Sharon, CT
In a Blue Silk Moire, a rare House of Worth circa 1875 Gown. Jacket Bodice: waist 20", length 21 (front), length
26" (back). Skirt: waist 25", length 42.5" (front),
length 45" (back). Note: The gown is being offered without the train (bustle) that would have attached to the skirt. Includes a Bonnet (hat), French in matching blue silk c.1875. Possibly by Madame Virot. Gown and hat purchased together.
Labeled Petersham 'C. Worth Paris...
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Late 19th Century French Court Gowns
1950s Worth London Couture Brown Lace and Pink Sheath Dress
By House of Worth
Located in London, GB
A superb 1950s couture sheath dress from Worth London, in a striking combination of pale pink satin silk and brown lace. The slip underlay is designed in a luxurious soft rose pink s...
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1950s British Evening Dresses
Vintage 1950's Worth Couture Shocking Pink Floral Print Silk Shawl-Collar Dress
By House of Worth
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This gorgeous House of Worth haute couture cocktail ensemble, dating back to the early 1950-52 time period, is in a class of its own. The House of Worth was an elite French...
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1950s French Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1930s Worth Haute Couture Beaded Black Velvet & Silk Billow-Sleeve Dress
By House of Worth
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This superlative couture beaded art-deco dress by The House of Worth is in a class of its own.
Charles Frederick Worth died in 1895, when Jean-Philippe ...
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