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1930s Chiffon Dress

1930s Chiffon Rose Print Lame Dress
1930s Chiffon Rose Print Lame Dress

1930s Chiffon Rose Print Lame Dress

Located in London, GB

This 1930s chiffon dress has a beautiful rose pattern print and features delicate champagne

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1930s British Evening Dresses

1930's Chiffon & Lace Dress
1930's Chiffon & Lace Dress

1930's Chiffon & Lace Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

If you have an affinity for 1930's womenswear, this chiffon & lace navy dress is the perfect

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1930s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Chiffon dress with boléro and flower print Circa 1930's
Chiffon dress with boléro and flower print Circa 1930's

Chiffon dress with boléro and flower print Circa 1930's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Chiffon dress with boléro and flower print Circa 1930's. Rayon lining ivory (altered) Cutwork

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1930s French Cocktail Dresses

1930s Cerulean Blue Floral Chiffon Tea Dress
1930s Cerulean Blue Floral Chiffon Tea Dress

1930s Cerulean Blue Floral Chiffon Tea Dress

Located in London, GB

This 1930s ankle length dress is cut to a classic tea dress style in cobalt blue chiffon with

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1930s American Tea Gowns

1930s Black Lace and Chiffon Insert Dress
1930s Black Lace and Chiffon Insert Dress

1930s Black Lace and Chiffon Insert Dress

Located in London, GB

This highly romantic dress was made in the late 1930s and is breathtaking quality. Evening gowns of

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1930s British Evening Dresses

1930s Black Chiffon Applique Bodice and Lace Dress
1930s Black Chiffon Applique Bodice and Lace Dress

1930s Black Chiffon Applique Bodice and Lace Dress

Located in London, GB

This beautiful black lace slip dress was made in the 1930s. Gowns of this era are extremely

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1930s American Evening Dresses

1930s Orange and Black Plaid Print Silk Chiffon Dress and Capelet
1930s Orange and Black Plaid Print Silk Chiffon Dress and Capelet

1930s Orange and Black Plaid Print Silk Chiffon Dress and Capelet

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1930s Orange and Black plaid print Silk chiffon sleeveless dress and capelet. ( 2pcs) Fit Size US 2

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1930s Unknown Wedding Dresses

1930s Antique Lace and Silk Chiffon Drop-Waist Evening Gown
1930s Antique Lace and Silk Chiffon Drop-Waist Evening Gown

1930s Antique Lace and Silk Chiffon Drop-Waist Evening Gown

Located in Kingston, NY

An exquisite example of early 1930s craftsmanship, this vintage peach lace and silk chiffon gown

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1930s American Evening Gowns

1930s Cream Silk Chiffon Wide Shoulder Strap Slip Dress
1930s Cream Silk Chiffon Wide Shoulder Strap Slip Dress

1930s Cream Silk Chiffon Wide Shoulder Strap Slip Dress

Located in London, GB

This pretty slip dress was made in the 1930s and displays many signature details of the era’s best

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1930s French Slips

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Circa 1930's Silk Chiffon Dress
Circa 1930's Silk Chiffon Dress

Circa 1930's Silk Chiffon Dress

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Circa 1930's, silk chiffon dress, V front, bishop sleeve with glass bead work, attached belt with

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1930s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930's Silk Chiffon Floral Bias-Cut Dress
1930's Silk Chiffon Floral Bias-Cut Dress

1930's Silk Chiffon Floral Bias-Cut Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lovely dress dates to the 1930's and is made of pale peach silk chiffon with a floral print in hues

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1930s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930's Lace Tea Nude Silk Chiffon Illusion Dress
1930's Lace Tea Nude Silk Chiffon Illusion Dress

1930's Lace Tea Nude Silk Chiffon Illusion Dress

Located in Toronto, ON

Beautiful 1930's Tea Dress with nude illusion lining. Fine and delicate silk chiffon. The lace is

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1930s French Day Dresses

1930's Printed Chiffon Gown in Harlequin Pattern
1930's Printed Chiffon Gown in Harlequin Pattern

1930's Printed Chiffon Gown in Harlequin Pattern

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is one of the most beautiful 1930's printed chiffon gowns that I have ever purchased. It is

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Gowns

1930's Sally Milgrim Silk Chiffon Navy Gown
1930's Sally Milgrim Silk Chiffon Navy Gown

1930's Sally Milgrim Silk Chiffon Navy Gown

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an elegant and gorgeous navy silk chiffon gown with short, poufy sheer sleeves, a fitted

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1930s Evening Gowns

Elegant 1930's Black Chiffon Gown with Beaded Waist Band
Elegant 1930's Black Chiffon Gown with Beaded Waist Band

Elegant 1930's Black Chiffon Gown with Beaded Waist Band

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an elegant and stylish 1930's sleeveless black chiffon gown with an elaborately beaded

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Gowns

Gold Embroidered Chiffon Gown, 1930s
Gold Embroidered Chiffon Gown, 1930s

Gold Embroidered Chiffon Gown, 1930s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage gown dates to the 1930's and is made of cream-colored chiffon with gold metallic floral

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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930s Silk Chiffon Bias-cut Gown
1930s Silk Chiffon Bias-cut Gown

1930s Silk Chiffon Bias-cut Gown

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Size: 6 - 8

1930s Silk Chiffon Bias-cut Gown

Located in Bozeman, MT

anniversary this November. See you there! Dating from the mid-1930s, with a figure

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Evening Gowns

1930s Black Chiffon Gown w/ Rhinestone Straps
1930s Black Chiffon Gown w/ Rhinestone Straps

1930s Black Chiffon Gown w/ Rhinestone Straps

Located in San Francisco, CA

1930s Black Chiffon Gown w/ Rhinestone Straps. Silk chiffon gown with ruched empire neckline with

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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rebuilt 1930s Sheer Silk Chiffon Dress
Rebuilt 1930s Sheer Silk Chiffon Dress

Rebuilt 1930s Sheer Silk Chiffon Dress

By Jason Lyon

Located in New York, NY

Dress has been rebuilt from original 1930s silk chiffon so some minor flaws exist in the fabric

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21st Century and Contemporary American Day Dresses

1930s Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Dress
1930s Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Dress

1930s Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Dress

Located in New York, NY

As beautiful as the summer gardens of Long Island this effortless dress is ready for high tea.

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1930s Day Dresses

Blush Silk Chiffon Dress 1930s
Blush Silk Chiffon Dress 1930s

Blush Silk Chiffon Dress 1930s

Located in London, GB

- 1930s - Sold by Mae Vintage - Silk chiffon dress with intricate pin-tuck detail. hook and eye

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1930s Formal Wear

1930S Bias Floral Silk Chiffon Dress
1930S Bias Floral Silk Chiffon Dress

1930S Bias Floral Silk Chiffon Dress

Located in New York, NY

1930S Bias Floral Silk Chiffon Dress

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1930s Cocktail Dresses

1930s Silk Chiffon and Lace Mini Dress
1930s Silk Chiffon and Lace Mini Dress

1930s Silk Chiffon and Lace Mini Dress

Located in New York, NY

Most likely cut short in the late 1960s this 1930s gown evokes both the spirit of art deco glamour

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1930s French Day Dresses

1930's Black Velvet & Chiffon Tea Dress with Floral Embroidery
1930's Black Velvet & Chiffon Tea Dress with Floral Embroidery

1930's Black Velvet & Chiffon Tea Dress with Floral Embroidery

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1930's black semi-sheer chiffon black tea/cocktail dress. The shift style dress has wide straps

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Early 20th Century Unknown Evening Dresses

Unsigned Blush Silk Chiffon Dress 1930s
Unsigned Blush Silk Chiffon Dress 1930s

Unsigned Blush Silk Chiffon Dress 1930s

Located in London, GB

1930s Silk chiffon dress with intricate pin-tuck detail hook and eye opening on one shoulder and

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1930s Evening Dresses

1930s Black, Pink and Yellow Floral Chiffon Dress
1930s Black, Pink and Yellow Floral Chiffon Dress

1930s Black, Pink and Yellow Floral Chiffon Dress

Located in London, GB

Beautiful bias cut chiffon dress with asymmetrical panels. This sheer and floaty summer dress

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1930s Day Dresses

1930s silk chiffon floral print summer dress
1930s silk chiffon floral print summer dress

1930s silk chiffon floral print summer dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1930s silk chiffon floral print summer dress. Size: 2/4 Bust: 32"

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1930s American Mini Dresses

1930s Silk Chiffon Bias-Cut Dress
1930s Silk Chiffon Bias-Cut Dress

1930s Silk Chiffon Bias-Cut Dress

Located in New York, NY

1930s Silk Chiffon Bias-Cut Dress

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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930s Floral print silk chiffon dress
1930s Floral print silk chiffon dress

1930s Floral print silk chiffon dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Beautiful 1930s Silk chiffon print dress in green, yellow, pink floral print with green velvet belt

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1920s American Summer Dresses

Maggie Norris Couture 1930's Inspired Silk Chiffon Dress, Jacket & Slip
Maggie Norris Couture 1930's Inspired Silk Chiffon Dress, Jacket & Slip

Maggie Norris Couture 1930's Inspired Silk Chiffon Dress, Jacket & Slip

By Maggie Norris, Maggie Norris Couture

Located in New Hope, PA

and the excellent condition of the outfit. Inspired by the 1930's this bias cut silk chiffon dress has

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

1930s silk chiffon brown and yellow floral print dress
1930s silk chiffon brown and yellow floral print dress

1930s silk chiffon brown and yellow floral print dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1930s silk chiffon brown and yellow floral print dress. Fit size US; 2/4/6

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1930s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

1930s brown and creme floral print silk chiffon dress
1930s brown and creme floral print silk chiffon dress

1930s brown and creme floral print silk chiffon dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1930s brown and creme floral print silk chiffon dress with attached capelet. note: small tears on

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1930s American Cocktail Dresses

1930S Floral Print Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress
1930S Floral Print Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress

1930S Floral Print Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress

Located in New York, NY

1930S Floral Print Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces

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1930s Casual Dresses

1930s Embroidered Black Chiffon and Lace Dress
1930s Embroidered Black Chiffon and Lace Dress

1930s Embroidered Black Chiffon and Lace Dress

Located in Alford, MA

1930s chemise dinner dress of sheer black chiffon with V-shaped laced inset at neck and gored

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1930s American Chemises

1930s Black crepe & black chiffon rhinestone evening dress
1930s Black crepe & black chiffon rhinestone evening dress

1930s Black crepe & black chiffon rhinestone evening dress

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Black crepe evening dress from the 1930s, with shear black chiffon upper bodice that is set with

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1930s American Evening Dresses

1930's Jeanne Lanvin Gold Kid and Chiffon Gown
1930's Jeanne Lanvin Gold Kid and Chiffon Gown

1930's Jeanne Lanvin Gold Kid and Chiffon Gown

By Jeanne Lanvin

Located in New York, NY

1930's Jeanne Lanvin vibrant red silk chiffon gown with signature trapunto topstitching on supplest

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1930s French Evening Gowns

1930s Style Sheer Chiffon Gown
1930s Style Sheer Chiffon Gown

1930s Style Sheer Chiffon Gown

Located in New York, NY

dress has no label.

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Sheer Chiffon 1930s Style Bias Backless Gown
Sheer Chiffon 1930s Style Bias Backless Gown

Sheer Chiffon 1930s Style Bias Backless Gown

Located in New York, NY

Sheer Chiffon 1930s Style Bias Backless Gown

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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1930's Art Deco Sequin Jacket

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1930s French Jackets

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By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

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By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

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Located in Leonardo, NJ

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1993 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace dress with molded bustier

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By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

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By Christian Dior, John Galliano

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

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1930s Chiffon Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary 1930s chiffon dress for your needs in our varied inventory. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Beige, Brown and more. Finding the perfect 1930s chiffon dress may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Morphew, Christian Dior and Gucci are consistently popular. Finding a 1930s chiffon dress for sale for women should be easy, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a 1930s Chiffon Dress?

Prices for a 1930s chiffon dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $230 and can go as high as $12,500, while, on average they fetch $989.

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Questions About 1930s Chiffon Dress
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chiffon is a light and sheer material that's typically made of silk, nylon or rayon. It's often used for lingerie and formalwear.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
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    In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
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    The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
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    One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
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    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.
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    There are a few options for how you should dress for a ’70s party. You can go for the hippie look with dramatic bell-bottoms, fringed jackets and vests and embroidered blouses, or try a sporty look by pairing a vintage tee with high-waisted, button-fly flared jeans and clogs or platform shoes. For a straight-from-the-disco aesthetic, look for surplice and halter dresses decked out in sequins. Men can make a 1970s-inspired statement with a leisure suit or bell-bottoms matched with a turtleneck. Aviator sunglasses are great accessories for both men and women. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of 1970s apparel and accessories.
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    In the 1990s, people dressed in different ways. Styles included grunge, modern preppy, hip-hop and goth. Some trends of the decade were slip dresses, plaid flannel shirts, long plaid skirts, overalls, combat boots and loose-fitting rolled jeans. Neon colors were popular for a time, as were fabric headbands and fabric-covered ponytail holders. Shop a selection of 90s vintage apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
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    Many different styles of dress were popular in the 1990s, including the slip dress which became very common by the middle of the decade. Tastes and styles varied between regions and among people. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage 1990s dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
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    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
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    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.
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    What the dress style was called in the 1960s varied, as there were several types of dresses that were fashionable during the decade. At the start of the 1960s, many women wore swing dresses featuring fitted bodices and full skirts. Collared, button-up belted dresses called shirtwaist dresses were also popular, as were loose-fitting, flowy shift dresses. By the late 1960s, new styles emerged, such as flared, flowing tent dresses, sleeveless jumpers usually styled over sweaters and blouses and drop-waist dresses, which had their waist seams at the hips rather than the natural waist. Find a variety of 1960s dresses and other vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
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    1950s-style dresses are often called poodle skirt dresses. The dress is generally a fit-and-flare shape with a wide swing skirt. Another popular type of dress is the form-fitting sheath, also known as a pencil dress.
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    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.
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    In the 1900s, wedding dresses typically looked like full, floor-length garments. Brides wore S-shaped corsets below the usually ruffled bodices, and most designs included large puff sleeves. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
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    The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.

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