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1940s Evening Gown Vintage

Vintage 1940's Silk Tiered Wildflower Print Gown UK 12 US 8
Vintage 1940's Silk Tiered Wildflower Print Gown UK 12 US 8

Vintage 1940's Silk Tiered Wildflower Print Gown UK 12 US 8

Located in Nashville, TN

floral pattern of wild flowers and tulips, this original 1940's tiered gown, is sure to be a favourite in

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1940s Evening Gowns

Vintage 1940s Lace Gown with Shoulder Draping
Vintage 1940s Lace Gown with Shoulder Draping

Vintage 1940s Lace Gown with Shoulder Draping

$860

Size: see item description for sizing

Vintage 1940s Lace Gown with Shoulder Draping

Located in New York, NY

This stunning vintage late 1940s/early 1950s lace gown is defined by the most romantic off-the

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1940s American Evening Dresses

1940s Vintage Perriwinkle Colorblock Gown
1940s Vintage Perriwinkle Colorblock Gown

1940s Vintage Perriwinkle Colorblock Gown

Located in Kingston, NY

This elegant 1940s evening gown exemplifies the quiet innovation of wartime and immediate postwar

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1940s Maxi Dress

1940s Haute Couture Blue Moiré Silk Halter-Neck Maxi Gown
1940s Haute Couture Blue Moiré Silk Halter-Neck Maxi Gown

1940s Haute Couture Blue Moiré Silk Halter-Neck Maxi Gown

Located in London, GB

This incredible couture made gown was designed in the 1940s but alas, the dress has lost its labels

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1940s French Evening 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 Black Velvet Dress
Vintage 1940s Black Velvet Dress

Vintage 1940s Black Velvet Dress

Located in London, GB

A stunning vintage black velvet gown. The dress has a sweetheart neckline, with gathering at the

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1940s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dorothy O'Hara Vintage Black Lace Cocktail Dress, 1940s
Dorothy O'Hara Vintage Black Lace Cocktail Dress, 1940s

Dorothy O'Hara Vintage Black Lace Cocktail Dress, 1940s

By Dorothy O'Hara

Located in Sparks, NV

Extremely rare vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara cocktail dress in unworn condition with the original

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

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

1940s Haute Couture Purple Satin Chiffon Dress
1940s Haute Couture Purple Satin Chiffon Dress

1940s Haute Couture Purple Satin Chiffon Dress

Located in London, GB

Original late 1930s or early 1940s purple satin and chiffon gown with matching waist sash. This

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1940s French Evening Dresses

Vintage 1940s Barbara Tfank Black Cotton Dress with Lace Ruffles
Vintage 1940s Barbara Tfank Black Cotton Dress with Lace Ruffles

Vintage 1940s Barbara Tfank Black Cotton Dress with Lace Ruffles

By Barbara Tfank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

bustier with bones gives a shapely silhouette. Perfect dress to be worn from day to evening. Stretch

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

A Vintage 1940s Jeanne Paquin Sequin black Cocktail Dress
A Vintage 1940s Jeanne Paquin Sequin black Cocktail Dress

A Vintage 1940s Jeanne Paquin Sequin black Cocktail Dress

By Jeanne Paquin

Located in London, GB

A chic cocktail dress by French designer Jeanne Paquin. The dress is made of a wool crepe with black sequins sewn on in a squiggle pattern . It has a v neckline with shape at the sho...

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

1940s Vintage B. Altman & Co. Denim Chambray Dress w/ Horse Buttons
1940s Vintage B. Altman & Co. Denim Chambray Dress w/ Horse Buttons

1940s Vintage B. Altman & Co. Denim Chambray Dress w/ Horse Buttons

By B. Altman & Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible 1940s B. Altman & Co. Cotton Denim/Chambray dress, with horse buttons up bodice, and at

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1940s Cocktail 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

This elegant Prada gown displays all the elevated, feminine trademarks that have become a part of

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Early 2000s Italian 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

across the USA throughout the 1930s-1940s. In overall very good vintage condition - no flaws of note for

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1980s does 1940s Joan Leslie Novelty Print Peplum dress
1980s does 1940s Joan Leslie Novelty Print Peplum dress

1980s does 1940s Joan Leslie Novelty Print Peplum dress

By Joan Leslie

Located in London, GB

offers a highly wearable take on the 1940s novelty print. Set against a cream background, the dress is

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

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Vintage 1940s Black Velvet Evening Dress or Hostess Gown
Vintage 1940s Black Velvet Evening Dress or Hostess Gown

Vintage 1940s Black Velvet Evening Dress or Hostess Gown

Located in Portland, OR

This vintage early 1940s black velvet gown by Kamore was originally designed to be a hostess gown

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Mid-20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Superb, 1940's Vintage, Pink and Black Flocked Ball Gown
Superb, 1940's Vintage, Pink and Black Flocked Ball Gown

Superb, 1940's Vintage, Pink and Black Flocked Ball Gown

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this superb, 1940's vintage, pink and black flocked ball gown with black silk

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1940s Unknown Evening Gowns

VINTAGE 1940s IVORY TAFFETA GOWN w PETAL PEPLUM
VINTAGE 1940s IVORY TAFFETA GOWN w PETAL PEPLUM

VINTAGE 1940s IVORY TAFFETA GOWN w PETAL PEPLUM

By Emma Domb

Located in San Francisco, CA

Featured is an elegant vintage gown by Emma Domb from the late 1940s. Crisp ivory taffeta with

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1940s American Evening Gowns

SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: 1940s Vintage evening black dress
SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: 1940s Vintage evening black dress

SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: 1940s Vintage evening black dress

Located in Milano, IT

SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: Vintage matelasse silk dress, with straps, draped on the back skirt. Size

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1940s Evening Dresses

1940s black Chantilly lace evening dress
1940s black Chantilly lace evening dress

1940s black Chantilly lace evening dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage 1940s black Chantilly lace long evening gown. Petticoat is not included. Black silk taffeta

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940s 50's FULL LENGTH BLACK JET  HEAVILY BEADED GOWN W/SASH
1940s 50's FULL LENGTH BLACK JET  HEAVILY BEADED GOWN W/SASH

1940s 50's FULL LENGTH BLACK JET HEAVILY BEADED GOWN W/SASH

Located in San Francisco, CA

Featured is a magnificent black evening gown, entirely covered in black bead work. The elegant

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1940s Evening Gowns

Vintage 1940s Fred Perlberg Dress
Vintage 1940s Fred Perlberg Dress

Vintage 1940s Fred Perlberg Dress

By Fred Perlberg

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1940s dress * black, red, pink taffeta * acetate lining * layered bodice * bodice

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1940s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara Dress
Vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara Dress

Vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara Dress

By Dorothy O'Hara

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1940s dress * black & gold striped taffeta * bodice stays * back tails * metal back

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1940s 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

Vintage 1940s Peggy Hunt Black Illusion Dress
Vintage 1940s Peggy Hunt Black Illusion Dress

Vintage 1940s Peggy Hunt Black Illusion Dress

By Peggy Hunt

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black rayon crepe * nude nylon lining * black floral lace accents

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1940s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940s Emma Domb Red Chiffon Party Dress
Vintage 1940s Emma Domb Red Chiffon Party Dress

Vintage 1940s Emma Domb Red Chiffon Party Dress

By Emma Domb

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * red chiffon * acetate lining * gathered bodice * side zipper * by

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1940s Cocktail Dresses

VINTAGE  1940s Style BLACK RUCHED COCKTAIL DRESS w SEQUINS
VINTAGE  1940s Style BLACK RUCHED COCKTAIL DRESS w SEQUINS

VINTAGE 1940s Style BLACK RUCHED COCKTAIL DRESS w SEQUINS

Located in San Francisco, CA

Featured is a slinky black vintage party dress from the 1980s. The front bodice is lace and

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940s Black liquid satin bombshell dress, Evening gown
Vintage 1940s Black liquid satin bombshell dress, Evening gown

Vintage 1940s Black liquid satin bombshell dress, Evening gown

Located in NEWARK, GB

This rare vintage 1940's evening dress is really the stuff dresses are made of! A superbly

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Mid-20th Century British Evening Dresses

Vintage 1940's Metallic Purple Silk Taffeta Gown
Vintage 1940's Metallic Purple Silk Taffeta Gown

Vintage 1940's Metallic Purple Silk Taffeta Gown

Located in Sparks, NV

Early 1940's long formal maxi gown in metallic accented silk taffeta. Oversized back bow detail

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20th Century American Evening Gowns

Vintage 1940's Kelly Green Silk Chiffon Full Sweep Gown Dress
Vintage 1940's Kelly Green Silk Chiffon Full Sweep Gown Dress

Vintage 1940's Kelly Green Silk Chiffon Full Sweep Gown Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

The perfect synthesis of delicate and bold! Delicate light-as-a-feather silk chiffon in a bold and bright kelly green color. Full sweep skirt that swings when you walk. Triangle shap...

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1940s American Evening Gowns

Emma Domb Vintage Black & White Sequin Gown / 1940's Dress
Emma Domb Vintage Black & White Sequin Gown / 1940's Dress

Emma Domb Vintage Black & White Sequin Gown / 1940's Dress

By Emma Domb

Located in Sparks, NV

Elegant late 1940's vintage Emma Domb evening gown in two-toned black and white. Silk satin with

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1940s American Ball Gowns

1940s Floral Motif Beaded Sheer Gown
1940s Floral Motif Beaded Sheer Gown

1940s Floral Motif Beaded Sheer Gown

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

see your appreciation for vintage glamour and artistry. The 1940s Floral Motif Beaded Sheer Gown is

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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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

Vintage 1940s Floral Dress
Vintage 1940s Floral Dress

Vintage 1940s Floral Dress

Located in London, GB

A pretty vintage pink floral dress. It has a popper opening at the shoulder and side..It has ruffle

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1940s Unknown Evening Dresses and 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 Black Origami Avant Garde Sheath Dress
Vintage 1940's Black Origami Avant Garde Sheath Dress

Vintage 1940's Black Origami Avant Garde Sheath Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

An exaggerated silhouette on this 1940's simple but chic black sheath dress. The pointed side

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

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

Vintage 1940s Linen Print Dress

Located in London, GB

A stunning linen print gown from the 1940s . The dress has a scallop edged neckline and sleaves

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1940s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Dorothy O'Hara 1940's Origami Lace Cocktail Dress
Vintage Dorothy O'Hara 1940's Origami Lace Cocktail Dress

Vintage Dorothy O'Hara 1940's Origami Lace Cocktail Dress

By Dorothy O'Hara

Located in Sparks, NV

: 1940's Label: Dorothy O'Hara Estimated Size: XS-S Color: Black / Bronze Fabric: Black Crepe/ Lace

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940s Vintage Gold Satin Dress
1940s Vintage Gold Satin Dress

1940s Vintage Gold Satin Dress

Located in London, GB

although it does still have its original belt loops. It is in good vintage condition with just one small

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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1940s Silk Chiffon Dress
Vintage 1940s Silk Chiffon Dress

Vintage 1940s Silk Chiffon Dress

Located in London, GB

A very pretty silk chiffon dress in an attractive blue and white print. It has a square neckline ,cap sleeves and a hook and eye side opening. It comes with a full length slip.

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1940s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940's White Sequin Embellished Dress
1940's White Sequin Embellished Dress

1940's White Sequin Embellished Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Our 1940's white with sequin embellishment dress is a timeless piece with a classic style. It

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1940s Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1940s Dress
Vintage 1940s Dress

Vintage 1940s Dress

Located in London, GB

A chic dress with pockets from the 1940s. The dress has a v neckline with decorative buttons, and

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1940s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940s party dress, Velvet burnout, novelty print
Vintage 1940s party dress, Velvet burnout, novelty print

Vintage 1940s party dress, Velvet burnout, novelty print

Located in NEWARK, GB

A superb, gorgeous vintage late 1940s evening dress. It has a sumptuous black silk velvet bodice

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Mid-20th Century British 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

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 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 Claire McCardell by Townley Navy Silk Dress
1940s Claire McCardell by Townley Navy Silk Dress

1940s Claire McCardell by Townley Navy Silk Dress

By Claire McCardell Clothes by Townley, Claire McCardell

Located in London, GB

A very elegant mid to late 1940s Claire McCardell circle print dress, with V shaped back and front

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1940s American Evening Dresses

1940s  Burgundy velvet dress
1940s  Burgundy velvet dress

1940s Burgundy velvet dress

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1940s Burgundy velvet dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Beautiful vintage 1940s Burgundy velvet cocktail dress with creme dots. size: 6 14" - across

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Late 1940s Silk French Couture Wedding Dress
Late 1940s Silk French Couture Wedding Dress

Late 1940s Silk French Couture Wedding Dress

Located in London, GB

beautiful bridal gown, and would also adapt effortlessly as evening / occasion wear. It is in beautiful

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1940s French Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1940s Black Evening Gown
Vintage 1940s Black Evening Gown

Vintage 1940s Black Evening Gown

Located in London, GB

A vintage 1949s evening gown , in a black satin and grossgrain stripe fabric. The dress has

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1940s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1940's Black Net Gown with Floral Motif
Vintage 1940's Black Net Gown with Floral Motif

Vintage 1940's Black Net Gown with Floral Motif

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1940's black net and floral motif gown with short sleeves in excellent condition. Slim fit through

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1940s Unknown Evening Gowns

Vintage 1940s Ivory Crepe Dress
Vintage 1940s Ivory Crepe Dress

Vintage 1940s Ivory Crepe Dress

Located in London, GB

A chic vintage crepe dress dating from the 1940s. The dress has a v neckline , short sleaves and

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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1940's Crepe Silk Hibiscus Dress UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1940's Crepe Silk Hibiscus Dress UK 10 US 6

Vintage 1940's Crepe Silk Hibiscus Dress UK 10 US 6

Located in Nashville, TN

A beauty to behold. This original 1940's dress, rendered in a cream crepe silk, with a pattern of

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1940s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940s Sheer Red Stripe Dress + Wrap
Vintage 1940s Sheer Red Stripe Dress + Wrap

Vintage 1940s Sheer Red Stripe Dress + Wrap

Located in Sparks, NV

Phenomenal two-piece set from the 1940s featuring a wrap/ stole and a strapless dress with knife

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1940s American Evening Dresses

Vintage 1940s 40s Metallic Gold + Black Cocktail Dress with a Full Sweep
Vintage 1940s 40s Metallic Gold + Black Cocktail Dress with a Full Sweep

Vintage 1940s 40s Metallic Gold + Black Cocktail Dress with a Full Sweep

Located in Sparks, NV

Details: Partially Lined Side Metal Zip Closure Color: Black and Gold Metallic Velvet Bodice Estimated Size: Medium Measurements: Bust: Up to 39" Waist: 28" Hips: Free...

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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Stunning Vintage Coral Hand Beaded 1940s Dress
Stunning Vintage Coral Hand Beaded 1940s Dress

Stunning Vintage Coral Hand Beaded 1940s Dress

Located in Wallkill, NY

Coral Background with hand sewn beading with a Matching Shawl Scarf. Detachable matching belt. Slit Pockets in the dress with a wonderful Low back. Bust: 34 Waist: up to 26 Length: ...

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1940s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

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Located in Marlborough, GB

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By John Galliano, Christian Dior

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By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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By Blumarine

Located in San Diego, CA

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By Christian Dior

Located in Toulon, FR

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By Alexander McQueen

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By Versace

Located in Naples, FL

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By Issey Miyake

Located in New York, NY

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Vintage 1950's Cream Beaded Bustier Strapless Boned Embroidered UK 8 US 4

Vintage 1950's Cream Beaded Bustier Strapless Boned Embroidered UK 8 US 4

Located in Nashville, TN

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Located in New York, NY

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

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1940s Evening Gown Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary 1940s evening gown vintage you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Gray, Brown and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1940s evening gown vintage 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 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An accessory like this designed by Emma Domb, Peggy Hunt and Dorothy O'Hara — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. 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 1940s Evening Gown Vintage?

Prices for a 1940s evening gown vintage can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $173 and can go as high as $4,800, while, on average they fetch $538.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.

Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

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