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1930s Couture

1930s Couture Black Velvet Handbag
1930s Couture Black Velvet Handbag

1930s Couture Black Velvet Handbag

Located in London, GB

An iconic late 1930s Couture black silk velvet handbag, comprising of one compartment with one elasticated patch pocket, fully lined in coral-pink cotton, mounted on a shaped white m...

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20th Century Clutches

Late 1930s Couture Black Silk Lace Gown with Caviar Sequin Floral Tracery
Late 1930s Couture Black Silk Lace Gown with Caviar Sequin Floral Tracery

Late 1930s Couture Black Silk Lace Gown with Caviar Sequin Floral Tracery

Located in Gresham, OR

This exquisite late 1930s couture gown is unmarked as to maker, however, it is undoubtedly of the highest quality: The black silk lace is trimmed with velvet at straps and decolletag...

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1930s French Evening Gowns

1930s Couture Layered Black Lace Maxi Dress
1930s Couture Layered Black Lace Maxi Dress

1930s Couture Layered Black Lace Maxi Dress

Located in London, GB

This full-length layered black lace gown is a truly stunning 1930s find and was couture made in France or the UK.

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1930s Evening Gowns

1930s Couture Black Silk Dress with Gold Lamé Inserts
1930s Couture Black Silk Dress with Gold Lamé Inserts

1930s Couture Black Silk Dress with Gold Lamé Inserts

Located in London, GB

This 1930s French couture evening dress is a luxurious wardrobe addition for any fans of this era, or anyone after an eye-catching gown for an upcoming event.

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1930s French Evening Dresses

1930s Interesting Draped Floral Print Evening Dress
1930s Interesting Draped Floral Print Evening Dress

1930s Interesting Draped Floral Print Evening Dress

Located in New York, NY

1930's Couture Quality draped floral printed chiffon evening dress.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Evening Gowns

Vintage 1930s Cream Rayon Bishop Sleeve Couture Blouse US 6 UK 10
Vintage 1930s Cream Rayon Bishop Sleeve Couture Blouse US 6 UK 10

Vintage 1930s Cream Rayon Bishop Sleeve Couture Blouse US 6 UK 10

Located in Nashville, TN

A marvel to behold, this original 1930's couture cream and black rayon blouse, accented by elaborately pleated and constructed bishop sleeves, is a rare piece to behold and the perfe...

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1930s Blouses

Vintage 1930s Molyneux Silk Dress and Jacket Ensemble
Vintage 1930s Molyneux Silk Dress and Jacket Ensemble

Vintage 1930s Molyneux Silk Dress and Jacket Ensemble

By Molyneux

Located in Boca Raton, FL

A rare and elegant two-piece ensemble from the renowned couture house Molyneux, dating to the 1930s. This set includes a sleeveless silk dress paired with a coordinating longline ope...

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1930s French Opera Coats

OOAK 1930's Parisian Haute Couture Brown Bronze Metallic Knit Embroidered Dress
OOAK 1930's Parisian Haute Couture Brown Bronze Metallic Knit Embroidered Dress

OOAK 1930's Parisian Haute Couture Brown Bronze Metallic Knit Embroidered Dress

Located in Thiensville, WI

Incredibly unusual circa 1930s brown/bronze & silver metallic knit dress. Contains a partial label marked "209 Rue Saint-Honore- Paris". Dress is embellished with ivory, brown and go...

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1930s Shift Cocktail Dresses

1930S Black & Gold Silk Velvet French Couture Gown
1930S Black & Gold Silk Velvet French Couture Gown

1930S Black & Gold Silk Velvet French Couture Gown

Located in New York, NY

Schiaparelli style zippers on sleeves, No label couture, standing wire in neckline, entirely hand finished 1930S Black & Gold Silk Velvet French Couture Gown

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1930s Formal Gowns

A French Printed Chiffon Couture Dress Circa 1930/1940
A French Printed Chiffon Couture Dress Circa 1930/1940

A French Printed Chiffon Couture Dress Circa 1930/1940

Located in Toulon, FR

No label  but definitely French Haute Couture work. Dress sewn entirely by hand without opening, staple or zipper on the sides as is often the case in the Couture of the 1930s.

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1930s French Evening Dresses

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Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Green floral chiffon short gown and robe set with lace hem and cream silk waist tie.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Peach sheer chiffon gown with rose and vine embroidered on bust and chiffon hostess robe with waist tie, ruffle and button neck detail, and floral embroidery.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Yellow cotton dress with floral bouquet print. Soft gather detail at bust and delicate lace detail at edge. Tie sash at back. Matching robe available for purchase.

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1930s American Day Dresses

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Soft pink chiffon gown with princess cape sleeves and delicate white lace trims the neckline and armholes. This piece was also created for & worn by Marilyn Monroe.

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1940s Robes

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Apple green chiffon mini dress with butterfly embroidery and white lace trim.

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1940s American Day Dresses

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pale yellow pique short dress with white lace detail and neckline and sleeves. Pin-tucking and bow detail at bust.

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1940s American Robes

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Apple green chiffon mini dress with tiny butterfly embroideries, delicate lace trim and thin double shoulder straps with bow detail.

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1960s American Day Dresses

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Blue chiffon gown with blue floral embroidery at bodice and pleated bust.

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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Turquoise crepe gown with cream lace at bust and neck.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Peach chiffon gown with 3/4 length sleeves, cream lace bust detail, and snap and tie closure at neck.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

White chiffon gown with delicate ivory lace bust and single rose appliqué.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Soft apricot chiffon dressing robe with beige lace peter pan collar and trim. Sash tie closure. Matching dressing gown available for purchase.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

White embossed quilted silk button down hostess robe with chiffon ruffle collar, waist tie, and aqua silk cropped trouser.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ivory crepe mini dress with matching bikini panties. Both pieces trimmed in delicate beige lace.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pale orange chiffon mini dress with scoop neckline. Cupid embroidery detail throughout with lace sleeves and small lace hem.

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ballet pink chiffon mini dress with layered lace cap sleeves and lace hem. Butterfly appliques throughout.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Yellow pique short dress with lace detail at sleeves and neckline. Button closure, floral embroidery, and pin-tucking detail and bust.

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1940s American Day Dresses

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Soft blue chiffon mini dress with contrasting beige lace trim and insets. Thin sash at waist with a sweetheart neck.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Turquoise silk chiffon slip boxers with delicate white lace trim and appliques. 1/2" elastic waistband.

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1940s American Lingerie

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lavender silk chiffon half slip with delicate grey lace trim and appliques. 1/2" elastic waistband.

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1940s American Slips

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mint green silk chiffon half slip with delicate white lace trim and appliques. 1/2" elastic waistband.

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1940s American Slips

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Butter yellow chiffon slip boxers with delicate beige lace trim and appliques. Snap and button closure at side.

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1940s American Lingerie

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Chiffon aqua mini dress with lace trim and double heart embroideries. Thin sash belt at waist.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fire red silk satin gown with delicate beige lace at hem and bust.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ivory double layer silk chiffon gown with adorable gather detail at bust and cap sleeves.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pink chiffon short sleeve gown with delicate lace embroidery along the sleeves, neck, and bodice.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lavender floral gown with princess sleeve, delicate silk embroidery throughout bodice, and white lace hem.

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

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1930s Couture For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary piece of 1930s couture you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Orange, Brown and more in stock now. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of 1930s couture from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Juel Park, Chanel and Elsa Schiaparelli are consistently popular. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 1930s Couture?

On average, a piece of 1930s couture on 1stDibs sells for $1,200, while they’re typically $150 on the low end and $16,628 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

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