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What is the symbolism of the silk dresses?

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What is the symbolism of the silk dresses?
The symbolism of a silk dress is really a matter of individual interpretation. Some people associate silk dresses with wealth and status because silk is a luxury material, while others merely appreciate its enveloping texture and link it with softness and sensuality. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silk dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
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Black Silk with Gold Sequins Dress, 1930's
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
30's black silk dress topped with a top fully embroidered with gold sequins. No composition label
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1930s French Evening Dresses

Vintage 1930's Cartwright Ivory Striped Silk Rayon Cut-Out Maxi Dress & Jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The vibrant rainbow-stripe used on this ivory silk rayon 1930's "Cartwright" designer dress
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1930s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

1930s Black Silk and Lace Dress
Located in Alford, MA
Hard-to-find 1930s cocktail dress in excellent condition with a scoop-neck, sleeveless bodice of
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1930s American Evening Dresses

1930s Floral Print Silk Lamé Cocktail Day Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant 1930s Silk lamé floral print in brown, mauve, blue, yellow and green. Dress has cap
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1930s French Cocktail Dresses

1930s Pink Hammered Silk Dress & Bolero Set
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930s Pink Hammered Silk Dress & Bolero Set. Bias cut full length dress with no closures, pulls on
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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930s Black/Coral Ribbon Silk and Velvet Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930s Black/Coral Ribbon Silk and Velvet Dress. Black short-sleeved ribbon on silk mesh dress with
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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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