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1940s Crepe Dress

1940s Black Crepe and Cotton Dress
1940s Black Crepe and Cotton Dress

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

1940's White Rayon Crepe Old Hollywood Style Draped Dress
1940's White Rayon Crepe Old Hollywood Style Draped Dress

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

1940S Oyster Grey Rayon Crepe Dress
1940S Oyster Grey Rayon Crepe Dress

1940S Oyster Grey Rayon Crepe Dress

Located in New York, NY

Dress shows signs of wear and fading 1940S Oyster Grey Rayon Crepe Dress

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1940s Casual Dresses

1940's Black Crepe Evening Dress with Gold Sequin Trim
1940's Black Crepe Evening Dress with Gold Sequin Trim

1940's Black Crepe Evening Dress with Gold Sequin Trim

Located in New Hope, PA

This sleek 1940's black crepe evening dress has a striking design worked in gold sequins from the

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1940s American Evening Dresses

Wilma Exceptional Beaded Black Crepe Wrap Skirt Dress, 1940s
Wilma Exceptional Beaded Black Crepe Wrap Skirt Dress, 1940s

Wilma Exceptional Beaded Black Crepe Wrap Skirt Dress, 1940s

By Wilma

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Flirty 1940's black crepe rlightweight wool crepe cocktail dress by the label Wilma. Intricate

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Mid-20th Century Casual Dresses

1940S Floral Print Black Silk Crepe De Chine Dress
1940S Floral Print Black Silk Crepe De Chine Dress

1940S Floral Print Black Silk Crepe De Chine Dress

Located in New York, NY

Dress Decade: 1940s. Material: Silk Crepe de Chine. Vintage condition: Very Good.

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1940s Casual Dresses

2007 Prada 1940s Style Plum Crepe Dress
2007 Prada 1940s Style Plum Crepe Dress

2007 Prada 1940s Style Plum Crepe Dress

By Prada

Located in London, GB

colourway. Tailored to a 1940s tea-dress shape, the cloth has a fantastic drape and flatteringly skims the

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1940s Black Crepe Dress with Multi Color Sequin Dress
1940s Black Crepe Dress with Multi Color Sequin Dress

1940s Black Crepe Dress with Multi Color Sequin Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1940s Black Crepe Dress with Green and Yellow Paisley beaded sequins. Dress comes with sash/belt

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Original Paramount Junior Chicago 1940s Chartreuse & Black Crepe Dress
Original Paramount Junior Chicago 1940s Chartreuse & Black Crepe Dress

Original Paramount Junior Chicago 1940s Chartreuse & Black Crepe Dress

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Original Paramount Junior Chicago 1940s chartreuse & black crepe dress with rhinestone bodice. The

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940s Floral Cold Rayon and Navy Crepe Shirt Volup Dress
1940s Floral Cold Rayon and Navy Crepe Shirt Volup Dress

1940s Floral Cold Rayon and Navy Crepe Shirt Volup Dress

Located in London, GB

It is unusual to come across an original vintage rayon and crepe dress from the 1940s in a rare

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1940s American Casual Dresses

1940's Beaded Crepe and Bias Rope Trimmed Gown
1940's Beaded Crepe and Bias Rope Trimmed Gown

1940's Beaded Crepe and Bias Rope Trimmed Gown

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Beaded Crepe and Self Fabric Bias Rope Trimmed Gown from the 1940's. Beautiful and Unusual

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940s Black Crepe Sheath Dress with Multi Color Sequins
1940s Black Crepe Sheath Dress with Multi Color Sequins

1940s Black Crepe Sheath Dress with Multi Color Sequins

By Eisenberg

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless and chic 1940s Eisenberg black crepe sheath dress featuring red, green, pink and purple

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940s Mustard Yellow Beaded Gown
1940s Mustard Yellow Beaded Gown

1940s Mustard Yellow Beaded Gown

Located in Kingston, NY

1940s golden marigold crepe dress featuring intricate metallic bugle beadwork in an architectural

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1940s Evening Dresses

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1940's Black Crepe Dress
1940's Black Crepe Dress

1940's Black Crepe Dress

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1940's Black Crepe Dress

Located in New York, NY

Flawless 1940s Crepe Peplum Dress. Has gorgeous floral sequins and gold thread details throughout

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1940s Day Dresses

1940's Brown Crepe Sequined Dress with Hood
1940's Brown Crepe Sequined Dress with Hood

1940's Brown Crepe Sequined Dress with Hood

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a charming and delightful 1940's vintage, brown crepe sequined dress with short sleeves, a

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Moschino Dusty Pink Crepe 1940s Style Dress
Moschino Dusty Pink Crepe 1940s Style Dress

Moschino Dusty Pink Crepe 1940s Style Dress

By Moschino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Moschino dusty pink crepe 1940s style dress Be retro glam wearing this vintage dress by Moschino

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1990s Day Dresses

1940s Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress
1940s Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress

1940s Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress

Located in New York, NY

A perfect blush, this 40s dress is the epitome of sophistication. Fitted throughout the chest and

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1940s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940's Black Crepe & Gold Sequined Gown
1940's Black Crepe & Gold Sequined Gown

1940's Black Crepe & Gold Sequined Gown

Located in Oradell, NJ

skirt with draping details, and large bow at the hip epitomizes the 1940's silhouette. There were, no

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1940s Unknown Evening Gowns

1940s Adrian Black Rayon Crepe Dress with Pleated Statement Sleeves
1940s Adrian Black Rayon Crepe Dress with Pleated Statement Sleeves

1940s Adrian Black Rayon Crepe Dress with Pleated Statement Sleeves

By Adrian

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fabulous cocktail dress from iconic Hollywood designer Adrian is done in black crepe and

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940s Black Crepe Evening Gown with Sequin Applique
1940s Black Crepe Evening Gown with Sequin Applique

1940s Black Crepe Evening Gown with Sequin Applique

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic 1940s look. Lightweight black rayon crepe with self tie belt and lace peek a boo back. 3-D

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1940s American Evening Dresses

1940s Black Rayon Crepe + Lace Insert Panel Evening Gown
1940s Black Rayon Crepe + Lace Insert Panel Evening Gown

1940s Black Rayon Crepe + Lace Insert Panel Evening Gown

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

Beautiful 1940's black rayon crepe evening dress with lace inserts. Such a gorgeous piece! Dress

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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940s Black Crepe and Sequin Cocktail Skirt and Blouse Set
1940s Black Crepe and Sequin Cocktail Skirt and Blouse Set

1940s Black Crepe and Sequin Cocktail Skirt and Blouse Set

Located in Houston, TX

We LOVE this 1940s black silk skirt and blouse ensemble. The blouse is incredible; composed of

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

40s Black Rayon Crepe Cocktail Dress with Rainbow Sequin Sleeves
40s Black Rayon Crepe Cocktail Dress with Rainbow Sequin Sleeves

40s Black Rayon Crepe Cocktail Dress with Rainbow Sequin Sleeves

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vibrant and noir at the same time. A circa 1940s black crepe dress with white cap sleeves and

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940s Peggy Hunt Illusion Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1940s Peggy Hunt Illusion Cocktail Dress

Vintage 1940s Peggy Hunt Illusion Cocktail Dress

By Peggy Hunt

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1940s dress * black rayon crepe * nude acetate lining * black floral lace bodice

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1940s Cocktail Dresses

1940s Black crepe embroidered dress
1940s Black crepe embroidered dress

1940s Black crepe embroidered dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Beautiful 1940s Crepe dress with embroidered bodice. Dress comes with sash/belt. Bust : 33 Waist

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940’s  Floral Green Crepe Dress
1940’s  Floral Green Crepe Dress

1940’s Floral Green Crepe Dress

Located in London, GB

A colourful 1940’s day dress featuring the prettiest floral print in tones of green, pink and

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1940s Aesthetic Day Dresses

1940's Worth Sleeveless Black Wool Crepe Dress
1940's Worth Sleeveless Black Wool Crepe Dress

1940's Worth Sleeveless Black Wool Crepe Dress

By Worth

Located in Studio City, CA

1940's House of Worth sleeveless black wool crepe dress with subtle scooped neckline, V-back and

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1940s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940's Beaded Black Crepe Cocktail Dress
1940's Beaded Black Crepe Cocktail Dress

1940's Beaded Black Crepe Cocktail Dress

Located in New Hope, PA

This chic 1950's short evening dress has beautiful beadwork at the neckline, the sleeves, and the

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's Cream Crepe Sequin + Beaded Formal Dress
Vintage 1940's Cream Crepe Sequin + Beaded Formal Dress

Vintage 1940's Cream Crepe Sequin + Beaded Formal Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Delicate bias cut vintage dress from the 1940's. Flattering asymmetrical cut with a sequin and

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1940s American Evening Dresses

1940's Larger Size Beaded Black Crepe Evening Dress
1940's Larger Size Beaded Black Crepe Evening Dress

1940's Larger Size Beaded Black Crepe Evening Dress

Located in New Hope, PA

This elegant black crepe dress from the 1940's has a V shaped neckline, short sleeves and a natural

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940S Black Rayon Crepe Metal Studded Dress
1940S Black Rayon Crepe Metal Studded Dress

1940S Black Rayon Crepe Metal Studded Dress

Located in New York, NY

Missing a few studs 1940S Black Rayon Crepe Metal Studded Dress Decade: 1940s. Material: Rayon

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1940s Casual Dresses

Gucci Crepe 1940's Inspired Gown
Gucci Crepe 1940's Inspired Gown

Gucci Crepe 1940's Inspired Gown

Located in New York, NY

Gucci, crepe 40's inspired, v neck, gown with pin tucking detail on the shoulders, sleeves, bodice

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black Rayon Crepe Shirt Dress with Soutache Decoration, 1940s
Black Rayon Crepe Shirt Dress with Soutache Decoration, 1940s

Black Rayon Crepe Shirt Dress with Soutache Decoration, 1940s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic 1940's soutache little black dress. Sophisticated structured silhouette achieved with the

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Mid-20th Century Casual Dresses

1940s Black crepe dress with multi color floral sequins
1940s Black crepe dress with multi color floral sequins

1940s Black crepe dress with multi color floral sequins

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Beautiful 1940s crepe with multi color floral sequin ( green, pink, purple, blue, and yellow

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940s Long Black Crepe Dress with Sequined Florals
1940s Long Black Crepe Dress with Sequined Florals

1940s Long Black Crepe Dress with Sequined Florals

Located in London, GB

Amazing vintage 1940s full length black crepe dress with lovely multi-coloured floral sequin design

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1940s Evening Dresses

1940s Black Crepe Vintage Dress with Floral Beading
1940s Black Crepe Vintage Dress with Floral Beading

1940s Black Crepe Vintage Dress with Floral Beading

Located in London, GB

Beautiful 1940s black crepe vintage dress with sequin and beaded black floral motifs. This is a

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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940's Maurice Rentner Larger Size Beaded and Draped Black Crepe Dress
1940's Maurice Rentner Larger Size Beaded and Draped Black Crepe Dress

1940's Maurice Rentner Larger Size Beaded and Draped Black Crepe Dress

By Maurice Rentner

Located in New Hope, PA

the pockets of this larger size black crepe dress designed by Maurice Rentner. The dress has a

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940s Rayon Crepe Dress with Gorgeous Print and Corded Trim
1940s Rayon Crepe Dress with Gorgeous Print and Corded Trim

1940s Rayon Crepe Dress with Gorgeous Print and Corded Trim

Located in Gresham, OR

1940s rayon crepe dress w/ gorgeous floral print and corded self-fabric ornamentation at front

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1940s American Casual Dresses

Vintage 1940s Navy Blue Crepe Dress with White Small Polkadots
Vintage 1940s Navy Blue Crepe Dress with White Small Polkadots

Vintage 1940s Navy Blue Crepe Dress with White Small Polkadots

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Chic 1940s blue and white small polkadots crepe dress with amazing sleeve and interesting origami

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1940s American Wedding Dresses

Don Loper 1940s Vintage Black Crepe Cocoon Cape Dress
Don Loper 1940s Vintage Black Crepe Cocoon Cape Dress

Don Loper 1940s Vintage Black Crepe Cocoon Cape Dress

By Don Loper

Located in Sparks, NV

Vintage black crepe dress dress by couture designer Don Loper. Unique ruched empire waist with

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940s Santa Fe Stripe Silk Crepe Gown
1940s Santa Fe Stripe Silk Crepe Gown

1940s Santa Fe Stripe Silk Crepe Gown

Located in Gresham, OR

Silk striping with lamé thread and rayon crepe skirt, balloon sleeve and high waist cut detail with

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1940s American Evening Gowns

Vintage 1940's Hand Embroidered + Beaded Flowers Black Dress
Vintage 1940's Hand Embroidered + Beaded Flowers Black Dress

Vintage 1940's Hand Embroidered + Beaded Flowers Black Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Chic black crepe 1940's dress with hand embroidered and beaded flowers across the bust and right

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's Silk CC41 Hand-Painted Dress UK 8 US 4
Vintage 1940's Silk CC41 Hand-Painted Dress UK 8 US 4

Vintage 1940's Silk CC41 Hand-Painted Dress UK 8 US 4

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly breathtaking 1940's black crepe silk CC41 dress, with a hand painted and printed

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1940s Casual Dresses

Incredible 1940s Vibrant Yellow Monastic-Style Crepe Gown
Incredible 1940s Vibrant Yellow Monastic-Style Crepe Gown

Incredible 1940s Vibrant Yellow Monastic-Style Crepe Gown

Located in Gresham, OR

This incredible 1940s rayon crepe gown is terribly chic with its monk sleeves, padded shoulders and

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1940s American Evening Gowns

1940s Couture Mauve Crepe Draped Gown w/ Floral Embellishment
1940s Couture Mauve Crepe Draped Gown w/ Floral Embellishment

1940s Couture Mauve Crepe Draped Gown w/ Floral Embellishment

Located in Gresham, OR

A wonderfully fluid early 40s couture crepe gown in mauve with an inter-looped peplum, front slit

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1940s American Evening Gowns

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Silk Guipure Lace Exquisite 1930s Jacket Top

Located in Water Mill, NY

An intricate, stunning, vintage beige silk lace jacket, bolero, shrug, vest in varying stitches and patterns of flowers and petals- very elaborate. The shoulders are extended forming...

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1930s Unknown Jackets

1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves
1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves

1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves

Located in Sparks, NV

Flattering vintage 1940s cocktail dress in black velvet with a draped collar and 3/4 length sleeves. Unlined with side metal zip closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust meas...

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002

John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

2023 Giambattista Valli Runway Bow Bodice White Dress with Tulle Skirt
2023 Giambattista Valli Runway Bow Bodice White Dress with Tulle Skirt

2023 Giambattista Valli Runway Bow Bodice White Dress with Tulle Skirt

By Giambattista Valli

Located in London, GB

This highly romantic gown walked the runway as look 34 of 58 in Giambattista Valli’s Spring 2023 presentation. For this collection, Valli took inspiration from the flower markets, ar...

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2010s Italian Wedding Dresses

1930s Pastel Floral Print Day Dress
1930s Pastel Floral Print Day Dress

1930s Pastel Floral Print Day Dress

$275

Size: approximate 6-8

1930s Pastel Floral Print Day Dress

Located in Alford, MA

Floral voile 1930s day dress in pastel colors. Sleeveless bodice has capelet effect with ruffle border and ties that fit through tab. Paneled skirt flares at sides. Slips over the he...

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1930s American Day Dresses

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

Red Silk Sleeveless Cocktail Dress w Convertible Draped Scarf Back - L, 1960s
Red Silk Sleeveless Cocktail Dress w Convertible Draped Scarf Back - L, 1960s

Red Silk Sleeveless Cocktail Dress w Convertible Draped Scarf Back - L, 1960s

Located in Tucson, AZ

An ingenious design, this dress features a draped shoulder-to-shoulder scarf that may be worn in the back, the front, or even on the head for three different and completely captivati...

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1960s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Kelly-Inspired Modest Ivory Peter Pan Illusion Wedding Gown w Cap – XS, 1951
Kelly-Inspired Modest Ivory Peter Pan Illusion Wedding Gown w Cap – XS, 1951

Kelly-Inspired Modest Ivory Peter Pan Illusion Wedding Gown w Cap – XS, 1951

Located in Tucson, AZ

An alluring, yet fully-covered gown for those brides who seek modesty without looking mousy, this wedding gown was custom-made for a 1951 bride who valued discretion and beauty in eq...

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1950s American Wedding Dresses

S/S 1999 Calvin Klein Runway Asymmetric Zip Bodycon Sleeveless Black Gown
S/S 1999 Calvin Klein Runway Asymmetric Zip Bodycon Sleeveless Black Gown

S/S 1999 Calvin Klein Runway Asymmetric Zip Bodycon Sleeveless Black Gown

By Calvin Klein Collection, Calvin Klein

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This sleeveless black bodycon gown from Calvin Klein’s Spring/Summer 1999 collection features an asymmetric zip detail. A shorter variation of this dress debuted on the runway as loo...

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1990s American Formal Gowns

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

Beautiful 1960s White Linen Beads + Pearls + Sequins A - Line 60s Shift Dress
Beautiful 1960s White Linen Beads + Pearls + Sequins A - Line 60s Shift Dress

Beautiful 1960s White Linen Beads + Pearls + Sequins A - Line 60s Shift Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful vintage 1960s white linen A-Line / shift dress! Soft linen holds shape nicely, and features a fitted bodice with a slight A-line. Hundreds of hand-sewn sequins, beads, and ...

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1960s Hong Kong Shift Dresses

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A French Couture Beaded Chocolate Velvet Dress Circa 1940-1950

A French Couture Beaded Chocolate Velvet Dress Circa 1940-1950

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1940 France A cocktail dress, probably Haute Couture, dating from the 1940s. Dress in chocolate velvet panne with puffed three-quarter sleeves adorned with embroidery in sablé ...

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1940s French Cocktail Dresses

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1900s Antique White Battenburg Tape Lace Bridal Dress Jacket

1900s Antique White Battenburg Tape Lace Bridal Dress Jacket

Located in London, GB

This exquisite 1900 - 1910s white battenburg or princess tape lace dress jacket is of exceptional quality and craftsmanship and is increasingly scare in this condition. The entire pi...

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Early 1900s British Wedding Dresses

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Vintage 1950's Pink Tulle Strapless Dress Satin Ribbon Pink Dress UK 6 US 2

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Located in Nashville, TN

This timeless and iconic 1950's dress, in a ballerina pink layered tulle, with delicate sewn ribbon accents, is the perfect piece for any special occasion. The strapless neckline of...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1930s White Cotton Embroidered Dress with Lace
1930s White Cotton Embroidered Dress with Lace

1930s White Cotton Embroidered Dress with Lace

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Late 1930s to early 1940s White Cotton embroidered summer wedding dress. Dress has horse hair crinoline to give fullness. Size: 4 - Small Bust: 36” / Waist: 26” / Hip 40” / Dress l...

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1930s Unknown Wedding Dresses

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1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Cargo Pocket Plunging Bodycon Gown

1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Cargo Pocket Plunging Bodycon Gown

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Tom Ford designed this chic and minimal navy collared maxi dress for Gucci in 1996. This fabulous full-length dress features long sleeves, an exaggerated fold-over collar, a deep v-n...

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1940s Crepe Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary 1940s crepe dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Red, Brown and more. Finding the perfect 1940s crepe 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. An accessory like this designed by Peggy Hunt, Eisenberg and Adele Simpson — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering.

How Much is a 1940s Crepe Dress?

The price for a 1940s crepe dress starts at $188 and tops out at $15,000, and on average, selling for $623.

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