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What were the dresses in the 20s called?

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What were the dresses in the 20s called?
In the 1920s, the flapper dress became a fresh new look for both day and evening wear. This shift dress hung from shoulder to just below the knee with a significant drop waistline. The evening versions of these dresses often featured lace, fringe, beadwork and luxe fabrics like chiffon, velvet and taffeta. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage flapper dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1920s Ivory ' Candy Stripe ' Silk Drop Waist Vintage 20s Day Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly chic 1920s 20s silk vintage dress! Classic drop waist style with a side bow at the waist
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1920s Cocktail Dresses

20s Sequin and Beaded Tule Dress
Located in London, GB
- 1920s Beaded flapper dress - Black tule embellished with incredible sequin and bead work
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1920s Evening Dresses

Chic 1920s Ivory ' Candy Stripe ' Silk Drop Waist Vintage 20s Day Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly chic 1920s 20s silk vintage dress! Classic drop waist style with a side bow at the waist
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1920s Cocktail Dresses

Iconic Vintage Janice Wainwright Black Flapper Style " Roaring 20s" Jersey Dress
By Janice Wainwright
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage Janice Wainwright black jersey and purple velvet dress! Iconic piece, that
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Late 20th Century British Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Gianni Versace for Genny silk & silver beads 20s style dress, c.1980s
By Gianni Versace for Genny
Located in London, GB
Genny until the ‘90s. This black chiffon sleeveless dress designed by Gianni Versace(see photo) was
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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s French Couture Pink + Gold Beaded Gatsby Roaring 20s Vintage Flapper Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Phenomenal 1920s French couture pink and gold beaded Gatsby style flapper dress ! Features the most
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1920s French Cocktail Dresses

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