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1920s Sequined Gown

1920’s/30’s Sequined Long Black Flapper Dress.
1920’s/30’s Sequined Long Black Flapper Dress.

1920’s/30’s Sequined Long Black Flapper Dress.

Located in London, GB

A stunning full-length flapper dress of haute couture quality. This dramatic black chiffon gown is

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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920's French Seafoam Sequin and Lame Dress.
1920's French Seafoam Sequin and Lame Dress.

1920's French Seafoam Sequin and Lame Dress.

Located in New York, NY

Lovely 1920's dress with overall iridiscent seafoam sequins on silk tulle. Appliques of silvery

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Evening Dresses

1920's Purple and Black Ombre Fully Sequined Evening Dress
1920's Purple and Black Ombre Fully Sequined Evening Dress

1920's Purple and Black Ombre Fully Sequined Evening Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Shimmering full sequin 1920's evening dress. Beautifully decorated with silver, purple, and black

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1920s American Evening Gowns

Sleeveless cocktail dress with gold sequin embroideries 1920's style
Sleeveless cocktail dress with gold sequin embroideries 1920's style

Sleeveless cocktail dress with gold sequin embroideries 1920's style

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Sleeveless cocktail dress with gold sequin embroideries 1920's style. No fabric tag composition but

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Early 2000s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Beaded and sequin Flapper dress 1920's inspiration RL by Ralph Lauren
Beaded and sequin Flapper dress 1920's inspiration RL by Ralph Lauren

Beaded and sequin Flapper dress 1920's inspiration RL by Ralph Lauren

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Beaded and sequin Flapper dress 1920's inspiration. Shell composition: 100% nylon, Lining: 100

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2010s Indian Cocktail Dresses

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1920's Art Deco Black Chiffon Beaded & Sequined Gown
1920's Art Deco Black Chiffon Beaded & Sequined Gown

1920's Art Deco Black Chiffon Beaded & Sequined Gown

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an exceptionally gorgeous 1920's Art Deco black chiffon beaded gown which has been

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Chemises

Early 1920's Black Silk Velvet Gown/Sequined & Beaded Tunic Top
Early 1920's Black Silk Velvet Gown/Sequined & Beaded Tunic Top

Early 1920's Black Silk Velvet Gown/Sequined & Beaded Tunic Top

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this gorgeous, early 1920's, black silk velvet gown with an attached

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Gowns

1920's Black Silk Tunic with Gold Bead and Sequined Embellishments
1920's Black Silk Tunic with Gold Bead and Sequined Embellishments

1920's Black Silk Tunic with Gold Bead and Sequined Embellishments

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an unusual 1920's black silk tunic with gold hand- beaded and sequined embellishments

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s Black Sequined Starburst Flapper Dress
1920s Black Sequined Starburst Flapper Dress

1920s Black Sequined Starburst Flapper Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Amazing fully spangled 1920s cocktail dress is hand embroidered on tulle with iridescent black

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1920s French Art Deco Shift Cocktail Dresses

1920's French Sequin Tabard
1920's French Sequin Tabard

1920's French Sequin Tabard

Located in New York, NY

fastening. The other side is closed. French 1920's. Width 21" flat, length 44.5". Excellent condition.

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1930s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black sequins cocktail dress on a tulle base Circa 1920's
Black sequins cocktail dress on a tulle base Circa 1920's

Black sequins cocktail dress on a tulle base Circa 1920's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black sequins cocktail dress on a tulle base SIZE 38 (Fr) M

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1920s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920's Beaded Sequined Lace, Tulle and Chiffon Tea Dress
1920's Beaded Sequined Lace, Tulle and Chiffon Tea Dress

1920's Beaded Sequined Lace, Tulle and Chiffon Tea Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

A wonderful 1920s French beaded tulle dress with extravagant silver leopard pattern beading on

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Dresses

Spectacular 1920s Art Deco Sequin Net Dress
Spectacular 1920s Art Deco Sequin Net Dress

Spectacular 1920s Art Deco Sequin Net Dress

Located in New York, NY

Spectacular 1920s Art Deco Sequin Net Dress

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Early 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s Sequin and Bugle Beaded Tunic
1920s Sequin and Bugle Beaded Tunic

1920s Sequin and Bugle Beaded Tunic

Located in Gresham, OR

Original art deco beaded tunic on net from France. It is constructed with open sides.

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Early 20th Century French Sheath Dresses

1920s Black & Blue Flame Sequin Flapper Dress
1920s Black & Blue Flame Sequin Flapper Dress

1920s Black & Blue Flame Sequin Flapper Dress

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Over the years we've had a number of sequin tulle tabard dresses from the late 1900s-early 1920s. A

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1920s American Chemises

1920s Beaded Tulle Evening Dress with Sequin Floral Garlands
1920s Beaded Tulle Evening Dress with Sequin Floral Garlands

1920s Beaded Tulle Evening Dress with Sequin Floral Garlands

Located in Gresham, OR

A gorgeous 1920s beaded silk tulle evening dress with handkerchief hem, sequined floral garlands

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Dresses

Divine French 1920s Silk Chiffon Beaded/Sequined Evening Dress
Divine French 1920s Silk Chiffon Beaded/Sequined Evening Dress

Divine French 1920s Silk Chiffon Beaded/Sequined Evening Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

A gorgeous and sexy 1920s silk chiffon evening dress with intricate jet beaded dropped-waist bodice

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cocktail Dresses

1920's Art Deco Vivid Green Sequined Tabard Style Evening Piece
1920's Art Deco Vivid Green Sequined Tabard Style Evening Piece

1920's Art Deco Vivid Green Sequined Tabard Style Evening Piece

Located in Gresham, OR

A gorgeous Art Deco 1920's silk net "Tabard" style overlay piece for an evening dress. Vivid green

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

Spectacular 1920's Cobalt Blue Sequined and Beaded Gown
Spectacular 1920's Cobalt Blue Sequined and Beaded Gown

Spectacular 1920's Cobalt Blue Sequined and Beaded Gown

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this spectacular, 1920's vintage, cobalt blue beaded and sequined gown in

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Gowns

1920s Incredible Lace Bead & Sequin Gown
1920s Incredible Lace Bead & Sequin Gown

1920s Incredible Lace Bead & Sequin Gown

Located in Rockwood, ON

remarkable condition. It is actually two pieces - an inner dress whose bottom portion has a sequin and lace

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

Spectacular Late 1920s, Early 30s Floral Sequin Gown
Spectacular Late 1920s, Early 30s Floral Sequin Gown

Spectacular Late 1920s, Early 30s Floral Sequin Gown

Located in Rockwood, ON

covered with hand done, fine little sequins and is one of the most spectacular gowns from this period I

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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920's Gold & Silver Sequined & Beaded Dress
1920's Gold & Silver Sequined & Beaded Dress

1920's Gold & Silver Sequined & Beaded Dress

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this striking gold and silver sequined and beaded dress of the 1920's vintage

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920's Raspberry Sequined Flapper Dress on Tulle Net
1920's Raspberry Sequined Flapper Dress on Tulle Net

1920's Raspberry Sequined Flapper Dress on Tulle Net

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an incredibly beautiful and eye-catching 1920's raspberry sequined flapper dress on tulle

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920's Jet Black Sequined Chiffon Flapper Dress
1920's Jet Black Sequined Chiffon Flapper Dress

1920's Jet Black Sequined Chiffon Flapper Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This lovely 1920's flapper dress looks as though its made from liquid metal. Black silk chiffon is

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Dresses

1920's Black Beaded & Sequined Tabard on Silk Tulle Netting
1920's Black Beaded & Sequined Tabard on Silk Tulle Netting

1920's Black Beaded & Sequined Tabard on Silk Tulle Netting

Located in Oradell, NJ

cut out for the head. The tabard style of dress came back into fashion in the 1920's and again in the

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

Superb 1920's Green Beaded & Silver Sequined Dress/Black Net
Superb 1920's Green Beaded & Silver Sequined Dress/Black Net

Superb 1920's Green Beaded & Silver Sequined Dress/Black Net

Located in Oradell, NJ

one's head to be worn, as there are no fasteners for closure. The silver sequins and green beadwork is

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920's Beaded and Sequined Net Dress-SALE!
1920's Beaded and Sequined Net Dress-SALE!

1920's Beaded and Sequined Net Dress-SALE!

Located in Los Angeles, CA

MARKED DOWN FROM $1500! Stunning 1920's net dress. Gunmetal gray sequins and black glass

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Shift Cocktail Dresses

Mid-1920's Black Iridescent Sequined Flapper Dress on Black Mesh
Mid-1920's Black Iridescent Sequined Flapper Dress on Black Mesh

Mid-1920's Black Iridescent Sequined Flapper Dress on Black Mesh

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this spectacular mid-1920's black iridescent flapper dress completely covered

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920's Sequined Sheath Dress in Black, Cobalt & Prussian Blue
1920's Sequined Sheath Dress in Black, Cobalt & Prussian Blue

1920's Sequined Sheath Dress in Black, Cobalt & Prussian Blue

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a stunning 1920's creation, simple in design, yet strikingly beautiful, covered in sequins

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Sheath Dresses

Striking 1920's, Black Sequined & Beaded Dress on Black Net
Striking 1920's, Black Sequined & Beaded Dress on Black Net

Striking 1920's, Black Sequined & Beaded Dress on Black Net

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this striking 1920's vintage, black beaded and sequined dress on fine black net

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Chemises

1920s Blue Peacock Sequin Flapper Dress
1920s Blue Peacock Sequin Flapper Dress

1920s Blue Peacock Sequin Flapper Dress

Located in Rockwood, ON

An amazing Art Deco 1920s gown that is completely covered in beads & sequins on netting. Glossy jet

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s Bead & Sequin Rose Gold Flapper
1920s Bead & Sequin Rose Gold Flapper

1920s Bead & Sequin Rose Gold Flapper

Located in Rockwood, ON

Exquisite 1920s dress with a strong Art Deco feel to it, whose base silk netting is a remarkable

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s Silk Velvet Sequin Hem Dress
1920s Silk Velvet Sequin Hem Dress

1920s Silk Velvet Sequin Hem Dress

Located in Rockwood, ON

a pastel tangerine. Each flower is sequined in that same color with clear glass beads forming the

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s Pink Sequin & Paillette Net Flapper
1920s Pink Sequin & Paillette Net Flapper

1920s Pink Sequin & Paillette Net Flapper

Located in Rockwood, ON

to bottom in elaborate rows of pink sequins and pink and silver tube beads. The skirt of the piece is

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s Silk Net Sequin Flapper Over Dress
1920s Silk Net Sequin Flapper Over Dress

1920s Silk Net Sequin Flapper Over Dress

Located in Rockwood, ON

Exquisite 1920s piece has some of the most phenomenal sequin work I have yet to see. The base of

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s Antique Black Sheer Sequins Embroidered Flapper Dress
1920s Antique Black Sheer Sequins Embroidered Flapper Dress

1920s Antique Black Sheer Sequins Embroidered Flapper Dress

Located in Milan, Italy

This gorgeous antique 1920s flapper dress is in a beautiful black sheer fabric with amazing sequins

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1920s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s gold lace and beaded sequin flapper dress
1920s gold lace and beaded sequin flapper dress

1920s gold lace and beaded sequin flapper dress

Located in London, GB

A vintage 1920s reworked flapper dress an original 20s bodice in gold lace with sequin and bead

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Early 20th Century Unknown Evening Dresses

1920's Gold Beaded & Sequined Dress
1920's Gold Beaded & Sequined Dress

1920's Gold Beaded & Sequined Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage dress dates to the Art Deco era during the Roaring 1920's. It is made of soft sheer

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Early 20th Century Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Flapper 1920's Dress Black Beaded With Sequins
Vintage Flapper 1920's Dress Black Beaded With Sequins

Vintage Flapper 1920's Dress Black Beaded With Sequins

Located in Portland, OR

This beautiful 1920's vintage dress is covered in sparkling sequins and also has some rows of tiny

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1920s American Evening Dresses

1920s Silver Lace Sequinned Dress
1920s Silver Lace Sequinned Dress

1920s Silver Lace Sequinned Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

1920s Silver Lace Sequinned Dress One of the most beautiful 1920s dresses we've ever possessed

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1920s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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By Tom Ford for Gucci

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By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Studio City, CA

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1920s Sequined Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary 1920s sequined gown you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Beige and more. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Isaac Mizrahi, Joy Stevens and Judith Ann Creations each produced a popular version that is worth a look.

How Much is a 1920s Sequined Gown?

The price for a 1920s sequined gown starts at $500 and tops out at $7,500, and on average, selling for $2,200.

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.

Questions About 1920s Sequined Gown
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    In the 1920s, fashionable colors included jewel tones. Fashion, jewelry, furniture and decorative objects often featured jade green, deep reds, amethyst purple, dusty mustard yellow and peacock blue. Find a range of 1920s-era jewelry and fashion on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    In the 1920s, brides often wore tubular-shaped slip dresses with a beaded tunic over top. Hemlines usually fell just below the knee or to the ankle, and many gowns had dropped waists. For headwear, brides often showed off veils attached to cloche or flapper-style headbands. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of wedding dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1920s that most people think of first is the flapper style. Women who dressed in this style sported loose-fitting, short dresses, often outfitted with drop waists and fringe. Small cloche hats and headbands were signature accessories of the flapper look. During the decade, pleated tennis skirts and cardigan sweater sets left the courts and became staples of some women's everyday styles. For men, soft collars replaced stiff, starched ones, and simple single and double-button suit jackets worn without waistcoats became trendy. Trousers also took on a new shape with wider-cut legs, and Oxford bags gained popularity. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1920s apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What 1920s furniture is called depends on its style. However, the most prominent design style of the decade was Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship. Art Deco furniture often featured bold geometric lines, floral forms, shimmering mirrored finishes, sleek metal accents, and the use of expensive materials such as shagreen or marble as well as exotic woods such as mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Art Deco furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    In the 1920s, flappers often wore straight, fitted dresses with plunging necklines and knee-length hems. Fringe was a common embellishment used at the time. Flappers also sported pumps and opted for bras and lingerie instead of corsets for undergarments. Shop a variety of vintage clothing on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To a 1920s party, you can wear a short fringed or beaded flapper dress, layers of long beaded or pearl necklaces, elbow-length gloves and a feathered headband. Another option is to wear an off-white men's suit. Shop a selection of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Flapper dresses from the 1920s came in a range of colors, although darker hues such as black and navy were immensely popular. Flapper dresses were cut with straight and slim silhouettes, were typically knee-length and had a lower neckline. They were often made from silk chiffon and featured beaded details. You’ll find a selection of 1920s flapper dresses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The type of tile that was used in the 1920s was primarily ceramic. Many shapes were available, including basketweave, penny round, pinwheel, square and subway. Hexagon tiles, however, which are still on trend, have been in use in bathrooms since at least the early 1900s. The choice of hexagonal tiles is believed to have been tied to cleanliness, as the small pieces could stand up to aggressive cleaning and could be easily replaced if needed. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of tiles from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1920s, engagement rings still looked like rings but were representative of a diverse range of styles and influences. Art Deco diamond ring designs took inspiration from the contemporary Cubist movement as well as from ancient Egypt – a revival sparked by the opening of King Tut’s tomb in 1922. Native American, African and Asian motifs also inspired jewelry pieces. Diamonds in square and rectangular shapes incorporating angular steps – like emerald cuts, Asscher cuts and baguettes – were set against black onyx, rubies, sapphires and emeralds to create color-blocking effects. Platinum, 18-karat gold, 14-karat white gold and sterling silver were some of the favored metals of the decade. Find a wide range of Art Deco engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Coco Chanel was considered one of the leading fashion designers in the 1920s and ’30s in Paris. The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel, who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon, she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz. In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed. During the 1920s, she also unveiled the predecessor for the 2.55 Flap bag, which remains one of Chanel's most popular offerings. Shop a large selection of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.

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