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1940s Crepe Dress

Vintage 1940's violet blue crepe silk beaded dress 1940s silk dress UK 8 US 4
Vintage 1940's violet blue crepe silk beaded dress 1940s silk dress UK 8 US 4

Vintage 1940's violet blue crepe silk beaded dress 1940s silk dress UK 8 US 4

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly enchanting 1940's violet blue crepe silk dress, embellished with royal blue glass bugle beads, in a trailing swirl pattern with leaf design details, is the perfect show st...

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1940s Cocktail Dresses

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 cut out petals.

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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Scarlett Red John Galliano Crepe Silk Blend Long sleeve 1940’s style Dress
Scarlett Red John Galliano Crepe Silk Blend Long sleeve 1940’s style Dress

Scarlett Red John Galliano Crepe Silk Blend Long sleeve 1940’s style Dress

By John Galliano

Located in Sheffield, GB

A beautiful John Galliano silk dress featuring signature bias-cut drapery, asymmetric collar line, long sleeves, slightly nipped waistline and a concealed zip up side closure. Measu...

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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dress

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 right shoulder to the left hip.

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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.

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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

Silk was one of the first things to be slated for the war effort so that would date this dress to the very very early 1940s. Or this dress was made in the mid '40s using old stock fa...

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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

Designed in 2007, it is tailored from smooth crepe in a rich, deep plum colourway. Tailored to a 1940s tea-dress shape, the cloth has a fantastic drape and flatteringly skims the cur...

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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.

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's Dress Black Crepe Silk Pastel Striped Bow Detail UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1940's Dress Black Crepe Silk Pastel Striped Bow Detail UK 10 US 6

Vintage 1940's Dress Black Crepe Silk Pastel Striped Bow Detail UK 10 US 6

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the most figure flattering silhouette, this original vintage 1940's black crepe silk dress, accented by pastel striped taffeta silk in shades of pale blue, pastel pink, g...

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1940s Casual 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, larger size and we believe this will fit up to a modern size UK 20 or US 16.

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1940s American Casual Dresses

1940s Black Rayon Crepe Military-Inspired Tailored Day Dress w Red Piping
1940s Black Rayon Crepe Military-Inspired Tailored Day Dress w Red Piping

1940s Black Rayon Crepe Military-Inspired Tailored Day Dress w Red Piping

Located in Gresham, OR

1940s Black Rayon Crepe Military-Inspired Tailored Day Dress w Red Piping: A super rare style in excellent, never-worn condition, this early 40s form-fitting tailored calf dress fea...

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1940s American Day 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 design with yards of crepe bias rope used as self trim. A cascade of these ropes tr...

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black crêpe wrap and drape cocktail dress with black sequin Circa 1940's
Black crêpe wrap and drape cocktail dress with black sequin Circa 1940's

Black crêpe wrap and drape cocktail dress with black sequin Circa 1940's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black crêpe wrap and drape cocktail dress with black sequin. Bow in sequin in the front of the skirt. Zip on the right side. No lining. SIZE L

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1940s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940s Cream Crepe Silk Dress 1940 Beaded Mandarin Collar Dress UK 8 US 4
Vintage 1940s Cream Crepe Silk Dress 1940 Beaded Mandarin Collar Dress UK 8 US 4

Vintage 1940s Cream Crepe Silk Dress 1940 Beaded Mandarin Collar Dress UK 8 US 4

Located in Nashville, TN

This elegant 1940's cream crepe silk dress, accented by cream and black embroidered soutache which is in turn embellished with white rocailles beaded tassels, is the perfect piece f...

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1940s Chinese Dresses

1940s Red Rayon Print Crepe Swing Dress With Pleated Peplum and Shoulders
1940s Red Rayon Print Crepe Swing Dress With Pleated Peplum and Shoulders

1940s Red Rayon Print Crepe Swing Dress With Pleated Peplum and Shoulders

Located in Gresham, OR

A sweet 1940s red crepe novelty calico-style print rayon swing dress with sewn-down pleated peplum, drop-shoulder and flared skirt back details.

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1940s American Casual Dresses

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 floral sequins trough out.

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940s Chartreuse Rayon Crepe Print Swing Dress w/ Draped Hip & Cummerbund Waist
1940s Chartreuse Rayon Crepe Print Swing Dress w/ Draped Hip & Cummerbund Waist

1940s Chartreuse Rayon Crepe Print Swing Dress w/ Draped Hip & Cummerbund Waist

Located in Gresham, OR

A beautiful 1940s Marian McCoy chartreuse and cream abstract print coral/floral rayon crepe dress with draped hip detail, separate cummerbund belted waist, short sleeved drop shoulde...

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940s Vintage Flora Originals Women's Black Crepe Dress with Accents
1940s Vintage Flora Originals Women's Black Crepe Dress with Accents

1940s Vintage Flora Originals Women's Black Crepe Dress with Accents

Located in Port Hope, ON

Black crepe top and bronze and gold metallic rayon or acetate make up this lovely dress. The metallic pattern is also replicated on the short sleeve cuffs with bows and the two butto...

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black Crêpe Shirtwaist Dress w Coral Ottoman Crochet Mandarin Placket - M, 1940s
Black Crêpe Shirtwaist Dress w Coral Ottoman Crochet Mandarin Placket - M, 1940s

Black Crêpe Shirtwaist Dress w Coral Ottoman Crochet Mandarin Placket - M, 1940s

Located in Tucson, AZ

The perfect blend of bohemian and traditional, this liquid shirt dress combines a bright hand-crocheted placket, cuffs and collar with a modest silhouette, somber color and upright E...

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1940s Unknown Informal Dresses

Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10
Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10

Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly enchanting 1940's crepe silk gown, rendered in the most vibrant shade of vermilion red and embellished with gold lamé soutache embroidery surrounding floral beadwork in sh...

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1940s Evening Gowns

1940s Orchid Print Rayon Crepe Dress W/ Dramatic Orchid Corsage
1940s Orchid Print Rayon Crepe Dress W/ Dramatic Orchid Corsage

1940s Orchid Print Rayon Crepe Dress W/ Dramatic Orchid Corsage

Located in Gresham, OR

1940s Orchid print rayon crepe dress: Large-scale orchid print makes this fabulous V-neck dinner dress really pop!

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's Ivory Crepe Silk & Rhinestone Evening Gown US 4 UK 8
Vintage 1940's Ivory Crepe Silk & Rhinestone Evening Gown US 4 UK 8

Vintage 1940's Ivory Crepe Silk & Rhinestone Evening Gown US 4 UK 8

Located in Nashville, TN

A beauty to behold. This original 1940's ivory crepe silk gown, embellished with silver glass claw set rhinestones, is the perfect piece for that special occasion.

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1940s Evening Gowns

Vintage 1940's Silk Dress Illusion Neckline Rose Sequin Dress UK 8-10 US 4-6
Vintage 1940's Silk Dress Illusion Neckline Rose Sequin Dress UK 8-10 US 4-6

Vintage 1940's Silk Dress Illusion Neckline Rose Sequin Dress UK 8-10 US 4-6

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly enchanting 1940's black crepe silk dress, embellished with pink sequins and green and yellow glass beads in a trailing and scattered rose design, is the perfect show stopp...

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1940s Cocktail Dresses

Late 1940s Fred A. Block Black Crepe Shirtwaist Dress w Pale Blue Beaded Insets
Late 1940s Fred A. Block Black Crepe Shirtwaist Dress w Pale Blue Beaded Insets

Late 1940s Fred A. Block Black Crepe Shirtwaist Dress w Pale Blue Beaded Insets

Located in Gresham, OR

A beautiful late 1940s Fred A. Block Original black rayon crepe shirtwaist-style cocktail dress with fitted waist (belt missing) and covered buttons down front to hip.

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940s Black Jersey Dress with Novelty Umbrella Appliqué Studs
1940s Black Jersey Dress with Novelty Umbrella Appliqué Studs

1940s Black Jersey Dress with Novelty Umbrella Appliqué Studs

Located in London, GB

This late 1930s or early 1940s black and gold rayon crepe dress has delicate gold-toned studs across the bodice in the shape of tiny umbrellas.

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940s Golden Marigold Beaded Gown with Asymmetrical Drape
1940s Golden Marigold Beaded Gown with Asymmetrical Drape

1940s Golden Marigold Beaded Gown with Asymmetrical Drape

Located in Kingston, NY

1940s golden marigold crepe dress featuring intricate metallic bugle beadwork in an architectural Art Deco–inspired motif across both the front and back bodice.

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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 the waist.

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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 fitted waist line, a straight skirt, a side zipper for closure, an attached hood tr...

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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, which has a 1940s vibe.

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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 waist and down through the pencil length skirt. The gathered, wide straps at the sho...

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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

This striking black crepe gown with its square, wide shoulders, fitted defined waist, long narrow skirt with draping details, and large bow at the hip epitomizes the 1940's silhouett...

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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 features gorgeous pleated taffeta statement sleeves. Measurements-- Bust: 36 inches Wai...

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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 sequin floral applique. Simple yet elegant.

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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.

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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 slinky black silk, the blouse fits comfortably on the wearer. The structured shoulders ...

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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 padded shoulders.

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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 * front bow accent * metal back zipper * by Peggy Hunt condition | excellent ...

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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.

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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 yellow.

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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 long black silk fringe panels and bugle beading detail.

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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 faux wrap skirt. The beadwork is done in red, gold, and green sequins alternating wi...

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's Autumn Leaf Print Crepe Silk Dress 1940's Silk Dress UK 12 US 8
Vintage 1940's Autumn Leaf Print Crepe Silk Dress 1940's Silk Dress UK 12 US 8

Vintage 1940's Autumn Leaf Print Crepe Silk Dress 1940's Silk Dress UK 12 US 8

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly enchanting 1940's crepe silk dress, rendered in a soft crepe silk with a pattern of fallen leaves in shades of red, burgundy, yellow, green, lilac and mustard, set against...

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1940s Casual 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 beaded bodice. Waistband snaps and hooks in the back. Side zip closure. Unlined. Bus...

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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 waist with self tie.

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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.

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1940s Casual Dresses

Vintage 1940's pumpkin crepe silk bronze beaded peplum dress cocktail dress UK 8
Vintage 1940's pumpkin crepe silk bronze beaded peplum dress cocktail dress UK 8

Vintage 1940's pumpkin crepe silk bronze beaded peplum dress cocktail dress UK 8

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the most sumptuous shade of Pumpkin spice crepe silk, which is in turn embellished with bronze coloured glass bugle beads, this original 1940's dress is just the piece to...

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1940s Cocktail 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 and hips... Attributed to Tom Ford.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

ANN WALKER c.1940’s Black Crepe Ruched Bow Peplum Short Sleeve Afternoon Dress
ANN WALKER c.1940’s Black Crepe Ruched Bow Peplum Short Sleeve Afternoon Dress

ANN WALKER c.1940’s Black Crepe Ruched Bow Peplum Short Sleeve Afternoon Dress

Located in Thiensville, WI

ANN WALKER c.1940’s Black Crepe Ruched Bow Peplum Short Sleeve Afternoon Dress Circa: 1940’s Label(s): Ann Walker Original Style: Peplum dress Color(s): Black Lined: No Unmarked F...

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1940s Informal Dresses

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 boost of the shoulder pads.

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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) sequin is all over the front, back and sleeve V Neck Belt attached Size : 8 B: 3...

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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 on the sleeves and front of the attached belt.

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1940s Evening Dresses

Black crêpe evening dress with rhinestone and sequin Halle Brothers Co 1940's
Black crêpe evening dress with rhinestone and sequin Halle Brothers Co 1940's

Black crêpe evening dress with rhinestone and sequin Halle Brothers Co 1940's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black crêpe evening dress with rhinestone and sequin embellishment on a see-through tulle base. Shoulder pad. Hook&eye closure on the middle front. Fabric Belt. Zip closure on the le...

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1940s American Evening Dresses

1940's Black Crepe Dress with Embroidered Beaded and Lace Trimmed Fans
1940's Black Crepe Dress with Embroidered Beaded and Lace Trimmed Fans

1940's Black Crepe Dress with Embroidered Beaded and Lace Trimmed Fans

Located in New Hope, PA

This 1940's black crepe evening or cocktail dress has a striking design of embroidered, beaded and lace trimmed fans on the front and back of the dress.

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1940s American Cocktail 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.

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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1940's Navy blue crepe silk pleated dress buttons back UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1940's Navy blue crepe silk pleated dress buttons back UK 10 US 6

Vintage 1940's Navy blue crepe silk pleated dress buttons back UK 10 US 6

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the most delightful shade of navy blue crepe silk, this original 1940's dress, accented by a cross over feature and button fastenings along the length of the back of the ...

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1940s Casual Dresses

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

Gold braid, pearls and rhinestones are used for the decorative fan shaped elements emerging from the pockets of this larger size black crepe dress designed by Maurice Rentner. The dr...

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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 placket and collar.

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1940s American Casual Dresses

Vintage 1940's Metallic Hand Sequin + Beaded Formal Black Dress
Vintage 1940's Metallic Hand Sequin + Beaded Formal Black Dress

Vintage 1940's Metallic Hand Sequin + Beaded Formal Black Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous 1940's black crepe dress with metallic sequin and beadwork across the front which is all done by hand.

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1940s American Maxi Dress

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 fold pockets.

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1940s American Wedding Dresses

Museum Quality 1940s Jacques FATH  Aubergine Wool Crepe Dress w/Fine details
Museum Quality 1940s Jacques FATH  Aubergine Wool Crepe Dress w/Fine details

Museum Quality 1940s Jacques FATH Aubergine Wool Crepe Dress w/Fine details

By Jacques Fath Paris, Jacques Fath

Located in Port Hope, ON

This is an incredible 1940s Jacques Fath Dress (Jacques Fath passed away in 1954) in excellent condition. Some of the details are decorative braiding; soft pleats; longer side hems;...

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1940s French Day Dresses

Vintage 1940's Silk Dress Rose Gold Studded Crepe Silk Dress Black UK 12 US 8
Vintage 1940's Silk Dress Rose Gold Studded Crepe Silk Dress Black UK 12 US 8

Vintage 1940's Silk Dress Rose Gold Studded Crepe Silk Dress Black UK 12 US 8

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in a truly iconic silhouette this original 1940's black crepe silk dress, embellished with rose gold tone metal studs, is just the piece to add to your cocktail collection.

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1940s Cocktail 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 attached cocoon shaped cape attached. Details: Partially Lined Back Metal Zip an...

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1940's Black Crepe Silk Rhinestone Bow Cocktail Dress UK 14 US 10
Vintage 1940's Black Crepe Silk Rhinestone Bow Cocktail Dress UK 14 US 10

Vintage 1940's Black Crepe Silk Rhinestone Bow Cocktail Dress UK 14 US 10

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the most figure flattering silhouette, this original vintage 1940's black crepe silk dress, accented by rhinestone bow details, is the perfect statement piece for your co...

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1940s Cocktail Dresses

1940s Eisenberg and Sons Gold Floral Print Silk Crepe Dress w/ Original Buttons
1940s Eisenberg and Sons Gold Floral Print Silk Crepe Dress w/ Original Buttons

1940s Eisenberg and Sons Gold Floral Print Silk Crepe Dress w/ Original Buttons

By Eisenberg

Located in Gresham, OR

A fantastic and hard-to-find iconic 1940s Eisenberg and Sons gold and white floral print lightweight silk crepe dress: fitted shoulders with blouson bodice and sleeves with gathered ...

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

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 slight fishtail.

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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 shoulder.

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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 trailing pattern of blue bells and filigree decorative gold stems, is a rare piece to beho...

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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 clean lines! The back features lots of covered buttons and a dramatic train...all...

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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 and deep V back. Large silk flower embellishment at center waist. From Ransohoff's...

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1940s American Evening Gowns

Vintage 1940's Cream Sill Beaded Dress Bird of Paradise Sequin Dress UK 6 US 2
Vintage 1940's Cream Sill Beaded Dress Bird of Paradise Sequin Dress UK 6 US 2

Vintage 1940's Cream Sill Beaded Dress Bird of Paradise Sequin Dress UK 6 US 2

Located in Nashville, TN

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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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