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1930's Silk Satin Floral Gown, Paul Poiret Textile
1930's Silk Satin Floral Gown, Paul Poiret Textile

1930's Silk Satin Floral Gown, Paul Poiret Textile

By Paul Poiret

Located in New York, NY

1930's Silk Satin Floral Gown made of Paul Poiret Designed Textile.

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1930s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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

Vintage 1930's Blush Silk and Gold Lamé Beaded Evening Gown 1930 dress UK 8 US 4
Vintage 1930's Blush Silk and Gold Lamé Beaded Evening Gown 1930 dress UK 8 US 4

Vintage 1930's Blush Silk and Gold Lamé Beaded Evening Gown 1930 dress UK 8 US 4

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly enchanting 1930's blush silk and gold lamé dress, with a glistening pattern of leaves, finished with glass beaded embellishments along the neckline, is a rare piece to beh...

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1930s Evening Dresses

Vintage 1930's evening gown Silver Lamé Silk Gown one shoulder dress UK 8 US 4
Vintage 1930's evening gown Silver Lamé Silk Gown one shoulder dress UK 8 US 4

Vintage 1930's evening gown Silver Lamé Silk Gown one shoulder dress UK 8 US 4

Located in Nashville, TN

This mesmerising 1930's midnight blue silk brocade dress with a silver lamé thread accent, is a rare piece to behold The straight cut neckline of the dress is set off by a wonderful...

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1930s Delphos Gowns

Black Silk Bias Gown with Beading and Flower Appliqué, 1930s
Black Silk Bias Gown with Beading and Flower Appliqué, 1930s

Black Silk Bias Gown with Beading and Flower Appliqué, 1930s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Romantic and elegant 1930's gown. Black silk crepe decorated with clear micro glass beads trailing across the neckline, straps, and back.

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Early 20th Century Evening Gowns

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 captures the ethereal elegance and fluid silhouette of the Art Deco era.

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1930s American Evening Gowns

Vintage 1930s Gold Silk Lamé Strapless Gown & Beadwork Gown UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1930s Gold Silk Lamé Strapless Gown & Beadwork Gown UK 10 US 6

Vintage 1930s Gold Silk Lamé Strapless Gown & Beadwork Gown UK 10 US 6

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly magnificent 1930's gold silk lamé dress, embellished with trailing gunmetal grey and silver beadwork, is a phenomenal piece to add to your evening-wear wardrobe. The stra...

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1930s Evening Gowns

Vintage 1930's Green Silk Lamé Evening Gown Amber Lamé UK 12-14 US 8-10
Vintage 1930's Green Silk Lamé Evening Gown Amber Lamé UK 12-14 US 8-10

Vintage 1930's Green Silk Lamé Evening Gown Amber Lamé UK 12-14 US 8-10

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the most exquisite shade of moss green crepe silk, set off by an abstract silk lamé pattern in shades of amber, yellow and cream set against a black background with gold ...

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1930s Evening Gowns

Black Silk with Gold Sequins Dress, 1930's
Black Silk with Gold Sequins Dress, 1930's

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 or size listed, it fits a 38FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Chest: 40 cm, ...

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1930s French Evening Dresses

1930S Pink Bias Cut Silk Double Faced Satin Gown With Slight Train
1930S Pink Bias Cut Silk Double Faced Satin Gown With Slight Train

1930S Pink Bias Cut Silk Double Faced Satin Gown With Slight Train

Located in New York, NY

Sold as-is for the minor signs of wear all over, no big stains nor smells, just 90 years old. Rare XL size! 1930S Pink Bias Cut Silk Double Faced Satin Gown With Slight Train

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1930s Formal Gowns

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 Black Bias-Cut Silk Velvet Gown w Pleated Ruffled Neckline & Low Back
1930s Black Bias-Cut Silk Velvet Gown w Pleated Ruffled Neckline & Low Back

1930s Black Bias-Cut Silk Velvet Gown w Pleated Ruffled Neckline & Low Back

Located in Gresham, OR

1930s Black Bias-Cut Silk Velvet Gown w Pleated Ruffled Neckline & Low Back: A super hard-to-find authentic 1930s gown that is right out of a Jean Harlow movie!

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1930s American Evening Gowns

1930S Red Sheer Silk Chiffon Bias-Cut Gown With Deco Clasps On Hips
1930S Red Sheer Silk Chiffon Bias-Cut Gown With Deco Clasps On Hips

1930S Red Sheer Silk Chiffon Bias-Cut Gown With Deco Clasps On Hips

Located in New York, NY

MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating as far back as a century. Each piece is selected with both quality and rarity in ...

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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930s Black and silver rhinestones  evening gown
1930s Black and silver rhinestones  evening gown

1930s Black and silver rhinestones evening gown

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Gorgeous! Old Hollywood 1930s silk chiffon evening gown with circular rhinestones applique.

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1930s American Evening Gowns

Custom 23' Cream Regency Ribbon Silk and Lace Wedding Gown – XS, 1930s
Custom 23' Cream Regency Ribbon Silk and Lace Wedding Gown – XS, 1930s

Custom 23' Cream Regency Ribbon Silk and Lace Wedding Gown – XS, 1930s

Located in Tucson, AZ

This enchanting wedding gown features a fairytale skirt measuring over 23 feet around but requires no suffocating undergarments to remain full and feminine. Custom made and sparing n...

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1930s Unknown Wedding Dresses

Deep blue silk velvet evening dress with bow Circa 1930's
Deep blue silk velvet evening dress with bow Circa 1930's

Deep blue silk velvet evening dress with bow Circa 1930's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Deep blue silk velvet evening dress with bow . Velvet button and buttonhole closure on the middle back. Same fabric as lining only inside the bust. SIZE 38/ 40 (Fr) M/L

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1930s Evening Dresses

Mermaid Romantic Gothic 1930s Gown and Broiderie Anglaise Jacket
Mermaid Romantic Gothic 1930s Gown and Broiderie Anglaise Jacket

Mermaid Romantic Gothic 1930s Gown and Broiderie Anglaise Jacket

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black silk 1930's gown with incredible seaming and lines plus a white broiderie anglaise bolero jacket.

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1930s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930S Silk Blend Lamé Skirt
1930S Silk Blend Lamé Skirt

1930S Silk Blend Lamé Skirt

Located in New York, NY

1930S Silk Blend Lamé Skirt

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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930s Black Silk and Lace Dress
1930s Black Silk and Lace Dress

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 black silk charmeuse and a tiered skirt of black lace. The bodice is studded with rhi...

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1930s American Evening Dresses

Transparent Vintage Silk Dress, 1930s
Transparent Vintage Silk Dress, 1930s

Transparent Vintage Silk Dress, 1930s

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Transparent vintage silk dress in yellow and off-white tones. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. Dress from the 1930s. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimens...

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1930s Cocktail Dresses

1930s Peach Silk Slip Nightdress
1930s Peach Silk Slip Nightdress

1930s Peach Silk Slip Nightdress

Located in London, GB

Early 1930s peach embroidered floral slip in incredible antique condition. This piece is made from a man made silk blend in a really beautiful soft peach colour. There are some pleas...

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1930s Unknown Sheath Dresses

Pretty Silk Dress wth Fringes, 1930s
Pretty Silk Dress wth Fringes, 1930s

Pretty Silk Dress wth Fringes, 1930s

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Pretty silk dress with fringes made of a 1930s shawl. No size nor composition label, it fits a 38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 41 cm...

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1930s Cocktail Dresses

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 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 **Dress has some fabric distressed. AS IS

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1930s Unknown Wedding Dresses

Pale pink silk night gown with embroideries and lace Circa 1930's
Pale pink silk night gown with embroideries and lace Circa 1930's

Pale pink silk night gown with embroideries and lace Circa 1930's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Pale pink silk night gown with embroideries and lace. Thin thread belt loop ( no belt) Tiny hand made pleats on the top of the dress. SIZE 38 (Fr) M

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1930s Slips

Regency Burgundy Silk Velvet Jeweled Cutout Back Bias Gown with Train – L, 1930s
Regency Burgundy Silk Velvet Jeweled Cutout Back Bias Gown with Train – L, 1930s

Regency Burgundy Silk Velvet Jeweled Cutout Back Bias Gown with Train – L, 1930s

Located in Tucson, AZ

While the rich color, poured-on bias draping and jewel button sleeves will elicit gasps, the real star of this gown is the back: two diamond cutouts linked by pave jeweled hoops make...

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1930s Unknown 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 bodice, a collar and waist line trimmed in ecru lace designed by Sally Milgrim. Sall...

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1930s Evening Gowns

Exceptional 1930' s Bias Cut Silk Crepe Gown
Exceptional 1930' s Bias Cut Silk Crepe Gown

Exceptional 1930' s Bias Cut Silk Crepe Gown

Located in Paris, IDF

Very rare in this state to find such a lovely cocktail dress from the 30s. We cannot identify the designer but we can say that this bias-cutting was favored by Vionnet but also copi...

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1930s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Stunning 1930's Violet Silk Velvet Evening Gown with Rhinestones
Stunning 1930's Violet Silk Velvet Evening Gown with Rhinestones

Stunning 1930's Violet Silk Velvet Evening Gown with Rhinestones

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a stunning, 1930's vintage, violet silk velvet gown with a modified halter neckline and triangular cut-outs in both the front and the back of the bodice.

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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Royal Midnight Blue Silk Velvet 1930's Bias-Cut Gown
Royal Midnight Blue Silk Velvet 1930's Bias-Cut Gown

Royal Midnight Blue Silk Velvet 1930's Bias-Cut Gown

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a luxurious royal midnight blue silk velvet gown, of the 1930's vintage, with a yoke which surrounds the neckline and is attached to the bodice of the gown with gold metallic...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Gowns

1930's Bias-Cut, Pastel Green Silk Crepe, Sleeveless Gown
1930's Bias-Cut, Pastel Green Silk Crepe, Sleeveless Gown

1930's Bias-Cut, Pastel Green Silk Crepe, Sleeveless Gown

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a gorgeous, 1930's vintage, bias-cut, pastel green silk crepe gown with couture construction and design elements.

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1930s Evening Dresses

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

1930s Silk Chiffon Bias-cut Gown

Located in Bozeman, MT

October 2011 - our last month on 1stdibs.

Be sure to visit our website, kakkoiimono.com, where you will discover almost 1,000 vintage finds. We'll be celebrating our ...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Evening Gowns

1930s Silk Velvet Gown w/ Smocked Bodice
1930s Silk Velvet Gown w/ Smocked Bodice

1930s Silk Velvet Gown w/ Smocked Bodice

Located in Bozeman, MT

October 2011 - our last month on 1stdibs.

Be sure to visit our website, kakkoiimono.com, where you will discover almost 1,000 vintage finds. We'll be celebrating our ...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Evening Gowns

1930's Milgrim Couture Black Silk Rhinestone Deco-Bows Asymmetric Trained Gown
1930's Milgrim Couture Black Silk Rhinestone Deco-Bows Asymmetric Trained Gown

1930's Milgrim Couture Black Silk Rhinestone Deco-Bows Asymmetric Trained Gown

By Milgrim

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This incredibly chic and ultra rare Sally Milgrim couture black silk draped asymmetric one-shoulder trained gown dates back to the mid 1930's.

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1930s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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1930s Silk Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary 1930s silk gown you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Beige, Brown and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1930s silk gown may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An accessory like this designed by Morphew, Harrods and Hattie Carnegie — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a 1930s Silk Gown?

The price for a 1930s silk gown starts at $235 and tops out at $8,000, and on average, selling for $1,200.

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 1930s Silk Gown
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    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.

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