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 dress has a square neckline with pleat detail at the front.
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 dress has a square neckline with pleat detail at the front.
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...
"The 1940s" dress by Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture, Summer 1996
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Long strapless dress in black plumetis, silk organza, and matching long stole.
Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10
Located in Nashville, TN
Finished with a keyhole feature along the nape and a panelled cut along the back of the skirt-line which creates soft pleats and accents the circle cut of the hemline, completing thi...
Vintage 1940's Turquoise Beaded Gold Leaf Dress Clips 1940s dress clips
Located in Nashville, TN
This incredible pair of 1940's statement turquoise beaded dress clips are the perfect finishing touch to your ensemble.
Mixed Metal
1940s Black Dress with Studded Belt
Located in Alford, MA
Black 1940s dress in a slightly sheer fabric, possibly rayon.
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 and a front peplum on the A line skirt.
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 a stunning richly detailed glass seed beaded lace insert across the upper chest an...
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 welcome to your seasonal wardrobe.
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 with a V in back, short sleeves and a straight skirt with a back kick pleat.
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...
1940s Cold Rayon Floral Print Dress
Located in London, GB
An original vintage cold rayon 1940s dress in a striking floral and leaf print.
Vintage 1940's Cream Silk Pleated Dress 1940s Cream Rhinestone Dress UK 10 US 6
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly mesmerising 1940's dress, rendered in the softest shade of cream crepe silk and accented by delicate pleated details, is the perfect timeless piece to add to your vintage ...
Vintage 1940's Cream Floral Lace Day Dress US 4 UK 8
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the softest shade of cream floral lace, overlaid over pale blue rayon lining, this original late 1940's dress is a timeless piece to add to your collection.
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, fully lined, with a zipper up the back.
Vintage 1940's Black Pleated Asymmetrical Soutache Collar Dress US 4 UK 8
By Carlye
Located in Nashville, TN
This eye-catching 1940's dress, accented by an asymmetrical collar which boasts red and tan rayon fabric, embellished with trailing metal thread soutache and claw set rhinestones, i...
Vintage 1940s Cream Crepe Silk Dress 1940 Beaded Mandarin Collar Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
Finished with a simple silhouette, this mesmerising 1940's dress showcases the iconic design of the era.
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.
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...
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 rose print it is an incredibly versatile piece and can be dressed up or down.
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 appears to be custom hand sewn and pieced in 'couture' manner. Very slim bodice t...
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...
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 a button front opening, shawl collar and cap sleaves.
$1,657
Flower dress 1940s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
UNKNOWN - Silk taffeta dress printed with flowers, from the 1940s. Missing size and composition labels, it fits a 36FR.
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.
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.
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 Young who made high end occasion wear for department stores and specialist boutiques ...
Junya Watanabe Gray Denim 1940'S Style Dress 2000
By Junya Watanabe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The dress features a sculptural, asymmetrical wrap bodice with layered paneling and an off-shoulder neckline that nods to classic 1940s tailoring while remaining distinctly contempor...
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 on the front.
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 center front buttons. In excellent vintage condition, some discoloration due to age. ...
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
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
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
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 blue colour with a subtle ribbed detail. It has a button opening at the back , an...
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 excellent vintage condition. **Please cross-reference measurements for personal accurac...
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.
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 length sleaves and is in a pretty heart print and has tie backs.
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 , brown and yellow flowers.
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.
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 front buttons. In excellent vintage condition, some slight discoloration due to ag...
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
1940s Novelty Print Colourful Rayon Patchwork Dress
Located in London, GB
This original, rayon crepe dress was designed in the 1940s. The fabric is stunning and has retained its vibrancy, showcasing a whimsical patchwork/bunting print in childlike hues of ...
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...
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 really channels classic 'film noir' Hollywood glamour from this era.
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 dress, is just the piece to welcome to your vintage collection. The elegant shawl cut...
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
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.
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 the 1940's.
Vintage 1940's Pink Cocktail Dress Rhinestone Silk Dress UK 10 US 6
Located in Nashville, TN
A beauty in blush. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with scattered claw set silver rhinestones, is the perfect piece to add to your vintage collection.
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 colours of orange, yellow and blue against a black background and is a combination o...
1940S Oyster Grey Rayon Crepe Dress
Located in New York, NY
Dress shows signs of wear and fading 1940S Oyster Grey Rayon Crepe Dress
$600Sale Price|20% Off
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.
1940S Cotton Egyptian Novelty Printed Dress
Located in New York, NY
Elastic in waist stretches up to 40in. 1940S Cotton Egyptian Novelty Printed Dress
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.
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...
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.
Yellow & Green Cotton 1940S Embroidered Patchwork Dress
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW COLLECTION Yellow & Green Cotton 1940S Embroidered Patchwork Dress MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique materials sourced from a...
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