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Vintage 1940s Dress and Bolero
Vintage 1940s Dress and Bolero

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

1940s Black Dress with Studded Belt
1940s Black Dress with Studded Belt

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

Lilli Ann New 1940s Asymmetric Neckline Silk Dress
Lilli Ann New 1940s Asymmetric Neckline Silk Dress

Lilli Ann New 1940s Asymmetric Neckline Silk Dress

By Lilli Ann

Located in Water Mill, NY

A rare unworn 1940s dress in purple silk from Lilli Ann. It has an asymmetrical front neckline

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940s Silk Dress with Applique Flowers
1940s Silk Dress with Applique Flowers

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

Eisenberg Originals Dress with Beaded Lace Panel 1940s
Eisenberg Originals Dress with Beaded Lace Panel 1940s

Eisenberg Originals Dress with Beaded Lace Panel 1940s

By Eisenberg Originals

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful black silk 1940s dress by Eisenberg Originals. It has a crew neckline, long sleeves and

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1940s American Day 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

This rare 1940s dress is even more special in that it is made of silk and not the customary rayon

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1940s Casual Dresses

Vintage 1940's Burgundy Corduroy Dress UK 8 US 4
Vintage 1940's Burgundy Corduroy Dress UK 8 US 4

Vintage 1940's Burgundy Corduroy Dress UK 8 US 4

Located in Nashville, TN

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

Elizabeth Mason Couture Strapless Dress w/ Bolero Jacket
Elizabeth Mason Couture Strapless Dress w/ Bolero Jacket

Elizabeth Mason Couture Strapless Dress w/ Bolero Jacket

By Elizabeth Mason Couture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. This dress is custom made from a 1940's dress kit/pattern, using a heavier weight tapestry fabric

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940’s Black and Floral Peplum Shirt Rayon Tea Dress
1940’s Black and Floral Peplum Shirt Rayon Tea Dress

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 and yellow

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1940s American Day Dresses

1940's 'Jewel' Colored Floral Silk Dress
1940's 'Jewel' Colored Floral Silk Dress

1940's 'Jewel' Colored Floral Silk Dress

Located in Sharon, CT

'Jewel Colored' print, silk crepe long -nearly floor length evening dress. V yoke in front. Dress

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1940s Evening Dresses

Vintage 1940s  Day Dress
Vintage 1940s  Day Dress

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

1940s Norman Young Red Georgette Maxi Dress
1940s Norman Young Red Georgette Maxi Dress

1940s Norman Young Red Georgette Maxi Dress

Located in London, GB

This is a very fine example of late 1940s to early 1950s evening wear by British designer Norman

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1940s British Maxi Dress

Flower dress 1940s
Flower dress 1940s

Flower dress 1940s

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

UNKNOWN - Silk taffeta dress printed with flowers, from the 1940s. Missing size and composition

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1940s Babydoll 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

Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress
Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress

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

Junya Watanabe Gray Denim 1940'S Style Dress 2000
Junya Watanabe Gray Denim 1940'S Style Dress 2000

Junya Watanabe Gray Denim 1940'S Style Dress 2000

By Junya Watanabe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection is excited to offer a vintage Junya Watanabe gray denim 1940s–style dress from the

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Vintage 1940s Apple Print Dress
Vintage 1940s Apple Print Dress

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 1940's Apricot Silk Day Dress Size 2 4
Vintage 1940's Apricot Silk Day Dress Size 2 4

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

Junior Guild Original Dress, Circa 1940s
Junior Guild Original Dress, Circa 1940s

Junior Guild Original Dress, Circa 1940s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

vintage cocoa brown rayon crepe dress. sheath silhouette. bracelet sleeves. fluttering cape style

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1940s American Day Dresses

1940's Champagne Silk Bias Cut Rhinestone Dress
1940's Champagne Silk Bias Cut Rhinestone Dress

1940's Champagne Silk Bias Cut Rhinestone Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

If you're looking for the perfect silk bias cut dress, look no further than this gorgeous dress

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1940s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1940's JACQUES FATH navy blue satin coat dress
1940's JACQUES FATH navy blue satin coat dress

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

Vintage Blue 1940s Day Dress
Vintage Blue 1940s Day Dress

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

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

1940s Vintage Heart Print Tea Dress
1940s Vintage Heart Print Tea Dress

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 1940s Linen Print Day Dress
Vintage 1940s Linen Print Day Dress

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

Vintage 1940's Yellow Silk Dress with Lace Inserts Size 2
Vintage 1940's Yellow Silk Dress with Lace Inserts Size 2

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

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

Vintage 1940's Navy Blue Silk Suzy Perette Dress UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1940's Navy Blue Silk Suzy Perette Dress UK 10 US 6

Vintage 1940's Navy Blue Silk Suzy Perette Dress UK 10 US 6

By Suzy Perette

Located in Nashville, TN

An iconic silhouette to behold, this original early 1950's Suzy Perette navvy blue silk faille

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1940s Casual Dresses

Blue Rayon Paisley Print Dress, 1940s
Blue Rayon Paisley Print Dress, 1940s

Blue Rayon Paisley Print Dress, 1940s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sweet and colorful 1940s era dress in royal blue rayon with whimsical oversized paisley print. You

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Mid-20th Century Casual Dresses

1940s Novelty Print Colouful Rayon Patchwork Dress
1940s Novelty Print Colouful Rayon Patchwork Dress

1940s Novelty Print Colouful Rayon Patchwork Dress

Located in London, GB

This original, rayon crepe dress was designed in the 1940s. The fabric is stunning and has retained

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1940s British Day Dresses

1940's IRENE LENTZ black dress with blouson silk chiffon overlay
1940's IRENE LENTZ black dress with blouson silk chiffon overlay

1940's IRENE LENTZ black dress with blouson silk chiffon overlay

By Irene Lentz

Located in San Fransisco, CA

A stunning and hard-to-find piece from the late 1940's created by Irene Lentz. This black gown

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940's HOUSE OF WORTH black wool haute couture dress
1940's HOUSE OF WORTH black wool haute couture dress

1940's HOUSE OF WORTH black wool haute couture dress

By House of Worth

Located in San Fransisco, CA

House of Worth, 1940's A very rare black cocktail dress from the French House of Worth, dating to

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1940s French Cocktail Dresses

1940s Feather Print Rayon Wrap Dress
1940s Feather Print Rayon Wrap Dress

1940s Feather Print Rayon Wrap Dress

Located in London, GB

Original cold rayon novelty feather print wrap dress dating to the 1940s. It is in really vibrant

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1940s American Casual 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

1940s Multicolor Floral Print Rayon Dress
1940s Multicolor Floral Print Rayon Dress

1940s Multicolor Floral Print Rayon Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1940s Multi color floral print in pink, orange, white and green) silk crepe dress. Perfect summer

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1940s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

1940S Cotton Egyptian Novelty Printed Dress
1940S Cotton Egyptian Novelty Printed Dress

1940S Cotton Egyptian Novelty Printed Dress

Located in New York, NY

stretches up to 40in. 1940S Cotton Egyptian Novelty Printed Dress

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1940s Casual Dresses

1940's Terracotta Crochet Tea Length Knit Dress Size 2 4
1940's Terracotta Crochet Tea Length Knit Dress Size 2 4

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

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1940s Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary 1940s dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Brown and more options on these pages. You’re likely to find the perfect 1940s dress among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Juel Park, Morphew and Don Loper each produced a popular version that is worth a look. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a 1940s Dress?

On average, a 1940s dress on 1stDibs sells for $684, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $20,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About 1940s Dress
  • 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.
  • 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.

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