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Beige dress knitted with ribbons LANA Circa 1940/50
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige dress knitted with ribbons and belt. SIZE 38/M
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage 1940's Burgundy Corduroy Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This wonderful 1940's dress rendered in a deep shade of Bordeaux corduroy, is just the piece to
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1940s Day Dresses

1940’s Black and Floral Peplum Shirt Rayon Tea Dress
Located in London, GB
This desirable original unlabelled 1940’s day dress in black rayon with a pretty pink rose print is
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1940s American Day Dresses

1940's Manguin Cream Dress with Pleated Skirt and Bow Detail
By Lucile Manguin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1940's Lucile Manguin Haute Couture silk crepe dress. Domed shoulders, fitted waist, micro pleated
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1940s French Day Dresses

Vintage 1940's Magenta Knitted Dress UK 10-12 US 6-8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This incredible 1940's magenta knitted dress, rendered in a multitude of different knitted stitches
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1940s Day Dresses

Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress with belt in the same fabric. Pink
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1940s European Cocktail Dresses

A French Evening Dress in Fibranne Early 1940
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1935/1940 France Astonishing indoor or evening coat dress in pink purple and yellow gold
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1940s French Evening Dresses

A French Evening Dress in Fibranne Early 1940
A French Evening Dress in Fibranne Early 1940
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Size: Equivalent French Size 34
1940's White Rayon Crepe Old Hollywood Style Draped Dress
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1940's white rayon crepe old Hollywood style dress with draped swag. Loosely gathered across the
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1940s American Informal Dresses

1940'S Black Rayon Crepe One Shoulder Draped Peplum Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Black Rayon Crepe One Shoulder Draped Peplum Cocktail Dress
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

1940'S Navy Blue Rayon Crepe Dress With Embroidered Sheer Back
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Navy Blue Rayon Crepe Dress With Embroidered Sheer Back
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

1940'S Black & White Rayon "Roman" Novelty Print Fit Flare Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Black & White Rayon "Roman" Novelty Print Fit Flare Dress
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1940s Casual Dresses

Vintage 1940's Apricot Silk Day Dress Size 2 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dress is composed of an apricot hue silk. Features sheer lace inserts, front pockets, and
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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

A French Gold Printed and painted Satin Dress Circa 1940-1950
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940-1950 Europe Amazing little summer dress with flowers on a gold background dating very
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1940s French Cocktail Dresses

A French Gold Printed and painted Satin Dress Circa 1940-1950
A French Gold Printed and painted Satin Dress Circa 1940-1950
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Size: Equivalent size 36 frensh
1940'S Black Silk Charmeuse Button Front Couture Detailed Dress From Paris
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Black Silk Charmeuse Button Front Couture Detailed Dress From Paris
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1940s Casual Dresses

Handmade 1940's floral Pattern Velvet Cocktail Dress Size 4 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This custom 1940's design is composed of a orange hue floral patterned velvet. Handmade. In
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1940s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Don Loper Black Cocktail Dress, Circa 1940
By Don Loper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage black cocktail dress by Don Loper, from the 1940's. The dress has gathering
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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's Yellow Silk Dress with Lace Inserts Size 2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dress is composed of a yellow hue silk. Features sheer lace inserts, front pockets, and center
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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940's JACQUES FATH navy blue satin coat dress
By Jacques Fath
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare navy satin coat dress designed by Jacques Fath for Joseph Halpert dating to the 1940's
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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940'S Purple & Blue Rayon Floral Printed Shirt Dress With Bias Cut Skirt
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Purple & Blue Rayon Floral Printed Shirt Dress With Bias Cut Skirt
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1940s Casual Dresses

A French Powder Pink Crepe Satin Ceremonial Dress Circa 1940
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940 France A Collectible Long dress for evening or ceremony in Fibrane, a reversible matte
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1940s French Evening Dresses

A French Powder Pink Crepe Satin Ceremonial Dress Circa 1940
A French Powder Pink Crepe Satin Ceremonial Dress Circa 1940
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Size: Equivalent to French size 35-36.
Vintage 1940's Pink Silk Evening Dress Beaded Pearl Floral Dress UK 8 Us 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A beauty to behold. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with trailing silk threaded
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1940s Unknown Evening Dresses

Unbleached wild silk summer dress - France Circa 1930-1940
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1930-1940 France Elegant summer dress in unbleached raw silk from the 1930s-1940s, inspired
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1930s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

2pc Black Sequin Gown with Silk Slip Dress, Circa 1940
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black sequin and silk 2pc gown, custom made from the 1940's. It has short sleeves, layers
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1940s Evening Gowns

COUTURE c.1940's Gray Floral Print Silk Belted Front Bustle Draped Day Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Couture c.1940's gray floral print silk day dress. Gray, light blue, pink, white, and green
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1940s Casual Dresses

Dorthy O'Hara Vintage Black Cocktail Dress, Circa 1940
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage black cocktail dress by Dorthy O'Hara, from the 1940's. The dress has 3/4 length
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

SERGEE OF CALIFORNIA c.1940's Yellow Daisy Floral Print Rayon Crepe Day Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Sergee of California c.1940's yellow daisy print rayon crepe day dress. White and black all
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1940s Unknown Casual Dresses

ROBBIE BEE c.1940's Vtg Brown Copper Hand Beaded Accent Trompe-L'oeil Day Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
ROBBIE BEE c.1940's Vtg Brown Copper Hand Beaded Accent Trompe-L'oeil Day Dress Brand
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

1940's HOUSE OF WORTH black wool haute couture dress
By House of Worth
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black wool, haute couture dress with pleated bodice, embellished shoulder detail and peplum
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1940s French Cocktail Dresses

1940’s Monica Black Dress With Cream Guipure Lace
By Monica
Located in London, GB
This beautiful vintage 1940s black organza dress features a unique guipure lace under layer in soft
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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

A French Printed ChiffonSilk Dress Raoul Dufy inspiration Circa 1940
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940/1950 France Beautiful summer dress in printed silk crepe dating from the 1940s / 1950s
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1940s French Summer Dresses

A French Printed ChiffonSilk Dress Raoul Dufy inspiration Circa 1940
A French Printed ChiffonSilk Dress Raoul Dufy inspiration Circa 1940
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Size: Equivalent French Size 36/68 
COUTURE c.1940's Purple Gold Belted Sequin Embellished Evening Dress Gown
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Couture c.1940's purple button front floor length evening gown. Extended shoulders. High v
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1940s Evening Dresses

A French Couture Beaded Chocolate Velvet Dress Circa 1940-1950
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940 France Beautiful cocktail dress, probably Haute Couture, dating from the 1940s. Dress
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1940s French Cocktail Dresses

A French Couture Beaded Chocolate Velvet Dress Circa 1940-1950
A French Couture Beaded Chocolate Velvet Dress Circa 1940-1950
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Size: Equivalent French Size 35
1940's Terracotta Crochet Tea Length Knit Dress Size 2 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown is composed of a terracotta hue knit. Features a draped neckline and tea length. In excellent condition. **Please cross-reference measurements for personal accuracy. Siz...
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1940s American Evening Gowns

A French Printed Chiffon Couture Dress Circa 1930/1940
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1930/1940 France An Anonymous Haute Couture shawl and dress in silk crepe printed voile with
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1930s French Evening Dresses

A French Printed Chiffon Couture Dress Circa 1930/1940
A French Printed Chiffon Couture Dress Circa 1930/1940
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Size: Equivalent French Size 34/36
Ceil Chapman (Attributed) Vintage Black Matte Jersey Cocktail Dress, 1940
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage black cocktail dress Attributed to: Ceil Chapman. Circa 1940's. Label missing
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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

A French Day Dress in Crepe Silk and Lace Circa 1935/1940
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1935/1940 France Elegant day dress in wine-red or burgundy silk crepe from the late 1930s
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1930s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

A French Day Dress in Crepe Silk and Lace Circa 1935/1940
A French Day Dress in Crepe Silk and Lace Circa 1935/1940
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Size: Equivalent French Size 36
1940's IRENE LENTZ black dress with blouson silk chiffon overlay
By Irene Lentz
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, black ‘film noir’ dress with billowy silk chiffon overlay designed by Irene Lentz dating
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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940s Day Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage day dress from the 1940s. The dress is in a mixture of grey, cream and red and has
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage Brown 1940s Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty dress from the 1940s. The dress has a shawl collar, side zip opening, gathering at the
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

A Champagne Embroidered Satin Wedding Dress with train - France Circa 1940
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1938-1942 France Wedding dress with long train in champagne-coloured Duchesse satin. Fluid
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1940s French Wedding Dresses

An Elizabeth Arden Gold Lamé and flowered Evening Dress, Circa 1940-1950
By Elizabeth Arden
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1935/1950 United States Frock coak long dress in shaped gold-plated silk Elizabeth Arden's
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1950s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

Silk, chiffon bustier evening dress with print and scarf Mac Wise 1940's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk, chiffon bustier evening dress with brown and black abstract print and scarf. Zip in the
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1940s American Evening Dresses

Long summer cocktail dress with flowers print and ruffles Circa 1930/1940
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long summer cocktail dress with flowers print and gather ruffles on the edge. Cotton lining on the
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1930s European Cocktail Dresses

1940s White Smocked Sheer Maxi Dress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into Timeless Elegance with the 1940s White Smocked Sheer Maxi Dress! Introducing a truly
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1940s Day Dresses

Vintage 1940s Dress and Bolero
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage dress from the 1940s. In a floral print of brown , yellow, green and beige, the
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage 1940s Apple Print Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty Summer dress from the 1940s. The dress has an interesting double collar and button detail
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage Blue 1940s Day Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty blue crepe dress with embroidery detail on the bust area and waist. The fabric is a pretty
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage Early 1940's Crimson Red Satin Evening Dress UK 10-12 US 6-8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This breathtaking early 1940's crimson satin dress, rendered in a full circle cut and tailored to
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1940s Evening Dresses

40s Brown & Gold Knit Sweater Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
40s Brown & Gold Knit Sweater Dress. Metallic gold thread woven throughout. Buttons up the front
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1940s Day Dresses

1940s Vintage Heart Print Tea Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty and easy to wear vintage tea dress from the 1940s. The dress has a button front with elbow
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage Cotton Dress and Bolero Jacket
Located in London, GB
A pretty summer outfit, a long vintage cotton dress and matching bolero. The dress is in a pretty
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage 1940s Linen Print Day Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage day dress from the 1940s. The dress has a white background, with crimson, blue
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

1940s Black Crepe and Cotton Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic dress from the 1940s. The bodice is a cotton net like fabric with hand painted flowers and
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

MORPHEW COLLECTION Rayon & Silk Bias Cut Scarf Kaftan Dress With 1940'S 1970'S
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
Cut Scarf Kaftan Dress With 1940'S 1970'S Chinese Prints MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand
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21st Century and Contemporary Kaftans

1940s Silk Dress with Applique Flowers
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous little black silk 1940s dress. It has a V neckline, elbow length sleeves, shoulder pads
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1940s American Day Dresses

1940s Black Dress with Studded Belt
Located in Alford, MA
Black 1940s dress in a slightly sheer fabric, possibly rayon. The bodice, with short sleeves, has a
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1940s American Day Dresses

Green and Black Vintage Summer Dress
Located in London, GB
A great vintage sundress in a bright emerald green fabric with black and white stripes, and white buttons down the front. It has a drop waist, 2 layers of ruffles, and black braid a...
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

40s Peplum Dress with Velvet Rhinestone Appliqué
Located in San Francisco, CA
40s Peplum Dress with Velvet Rhinestone Appliqué. Metal zipper up the side.
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1940s Day Dresses

1940s Day Dress with Novelty Button Trim
Located in San Francisco, CA
1940s Day Dress with Novelty Button Trim. Vertical strip bodice with gathered bust, contrast brown
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1940s Day Dresses

1940s Novelty Print Colouful Rayon Patchwork Dress
Located in London, GB
This pretty 1940's rayon crepe dress features a whimsical patchwork/bunting novelty print in soft
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1940s British Day Dresses

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1940 Dressed For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary 1940 dressed you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Beige, Brown and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1940 dressed 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. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Morphew, Gilbert Adrian and Adrian are often thought to be among the most stylish. 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 1940 Dressed?

On average, a 1940 dressed on 1stDibs sells for $686, while they’re typically $150 on the low end and $225,050 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

From museum-worthy vintage Oscar de la Renta evening dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing available 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 Galliano and Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino 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 Chanel remain classic for haute couture advocates and beyond. By exploring the vast array of vintage collections on these pages, you can transform your closet into a retreat that is as retro as it is royal. 

Velvet cocktail dresses and silk evening gowns designed by French-born American couturiere Pauline Trigère — who dressed Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor — have proven timeless since their mid-century debut, while an overcoat by Alexander McQueen is the perfect finishing touch. In fact, an emerald one stays in rotation for Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge.

Those seeking modern high-fashion brands are also in luck. Turn your day-to-day into a runway with selections from Dolce & Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace or complete that fresh look with stunning footwear classics from the likes of Gucci and Christian Louboutin. The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. 

Build your collection of covetable and iconic vintage garments by shopping on 1stDibs. No matter where you roam, our diverse apparel and accessories will keep you covered in the hottest styles and comfiest black hoodie imaginable.

Questions About 1940 Dressed
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 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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