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1940s Long Dress

An Emerald green crepe and lace evening dress- France Circa 1940
An Emerald green crepe and lace evening dress- France Circa 1940

An Emerald green crepe and lace evening dress- France Circa 1940

Located in Toulon, FR

France Emerald green crepe evening dress with lace inserts dating from the 1940s. Long dress with puffed sleeves and bib effect.

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1930s French Aesthetic Evening 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

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.

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1940s European Cocktail Dresses

Ceil Chapman Long Pink Silk Floral Print Drape Waist Gown , Circa 1940's
Ceil Chapman Long Pink Silk Floral Print Drape Waist Gown , Circa 1940's

Ceil Chapman Long Pink Silk Floral Print Drape Waist Gown , Circa 1940's

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a vintage multi-colored silk floral print gown by Ceil Chapman, from 1940s. The gown has a square neckline, short sleeves, self belted waist, an off-center bow at the bust, d...

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1940s American Evening Gowns

"Symbolist woman" : Straight wood carved sculpture - Circa 1940
"Symbolist woman" : Straight wood carved sculpture - Circa 1940

"Symbolist woman" : Straight wood carved sculpture - Circa 1940

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Unique wood sculpture showing a long dressed 1940'S style woman stretching out arms "Symbolism" influence Circa 1940-50 Dimensions Height cm x Width cm x Depth cm Good conditio...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

1940s Gilbert Adrian Inspired Black Silk Long Dress with Wheat Sheaf Print
1940s Gilbert Adrian Inspired Black Silk Long Dress with Wheat Sheaf Print

1940s Gilbert Adrian Inspired Black Silk Long Dress with Wheat Sheaf Print

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Very beautiful black silk maxi dress with all over large yellow and gold wheat sheaf print dates from the 1940s and was clearly inspired by both Schiaparelli in its long lean silhoue...

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1930s Maxi Dress

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FINAL SALE Vintage Embroidered Hand-Made 1940's Black Gown with Long Train
FINAL SALE Vintage Embroidered Hand-Made 1940's Black Gown with Long Train

FINAL SALE Vintage Embroidered Hand-Made 1940's Black Gown with Long Train

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This vintage gown is a rare and beautiful piece. It is made from an embroidered fabric with small holes. It does not have any labels but the fabric feels like a kind of rayon. Fits l...

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1940s French Evening Dresses

An Emerald green crepe and lace evening dress- France Circa 1940
An Emerald green crepe and lace evening dress- France Circa 1940

An Emerald green crepe and lace evening dress- France Circa 1940

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1935-1945 France Emerald green crepe evening dress with lace inserts dating from the 1940s. Long dress with puffed sleeves and bib effect.

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1930s French Aesthetic Evening 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. This beautiful piece has flatterin...

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1940s Evening Dresses

1940S Black Silk Faille Long Sleeve Polka Dot Beaded Cocktail Dress Gathered On
1940S Black Silk Faille Long Sleeve Polka Dot Beaded Cocktail Dress Gathered On

1940S Black Silk Faille Long Sleeve Polka Dot Beaded Cocktail Dress Gathered On

Located in New York, NY

This dress has a sexy film noir fit and is cut for a larger and curvier woman than our model here who is a size 4. 1940S Black Silk Faille Long Sleeve Polka Dot Beaded Cocktail Dress...

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1940s Casual Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent 40's Inspired Moire Dress
Yves Saint Laurent 40's Inspired Moire Dress

Yves Saint Laurent 40's Inspired Moire Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Yves Saint Laurent, black moire 1940's inspired long dress, having a deep V neckline, puff sleeve at the shoulder, which ends just below the elbow.

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Couture Evening dress by Maison Paquin/Antonio Del Castillo - France C. 1949
A Couture Evening dress by Maison Paquin/Antonio Del Castillo - France C. 1949

A Couture Evening dress by Maison Paquin/Antonio Del Castillo - France C. 1949

By Jeanne Paquin

Located in Toulon, FR

A long dress with the neo-classical drape typical of this period, as Madame Grès used the same type of jersey.

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1940s French Evening Dresses

A Couture Evening dress by Maison Paquin/Antonio Del Castillo - France C. 1949
A Couture Evening dress by Maison Paquin/Antonio Del Castillo - France C. 1949

A Couture Evening dress by Maison Paquin/Antonio Del Castillo - France C. 1949

By Jeanne Paquin

Located in Toulon, FR

A long dress with the neo-classical drape typical of this period, as Madame Grès used the same type of jersey.

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1940s French Evening Dresses

1940s Long Pleated Black Crepe Dress
1940s Long Pleated Black Crepe Dress

1940s Long Pleated Black Crepe Dress

Located in London, GB

Beautiful and original 1940s mid-weight black crepe dress with cross over diagonal pleating on the bodice and hips. This is a fantastic understated vintage gown, asymmetric in style...

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1940s Evening Dresses

1940's Romantic Gothic Black Maxi
1940's Romantic Gothic Black Maxi

1940's Romantic Gothic Black Maxi

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black silk 1940's maxi dress with lovely long lines. It is an interesting interplay of demure and sexy.

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1940s Unknown Maxi Dresses

1940s Teal Satin Cheongsam Long Sleeve Robe Coat with Embroidery
1940s Teal Satin Cheongsam Long Sleeve Robe Coat with Embroidery

1940s Teal Satin Cheongsam Long Sleeve Robe Coat with Embroidery

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1940s Teal Satin Chinese cheongsam long sleeves robe coat with birds, crescent moon, bamboo and tree branches embroidery in Frog button closures and satin sash or belt. Robe or Coat ...

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1940s American Day Dresses

Mac Tac of Paris grass green lotus flower hip gather jersey maxi dress 1970s
Mac Tac of Paris grass green lotus flower hip gather jersey maxi dress 1970s

Mac Tac of Paris grass green lotus flower hip gather jersey maxi dress 1970s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Mac Tac of Paris grass green floral hip gather jersey maxi dress 1970s...Form fitting silky nylon jersey (feels silky) in a take on the 1940s...Long sleeve dress is pull on style wit...

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1970s Unknown Maxi Dresses

Ceil Chapman Black Embellished Long Sleeve Dress C. 1940's-1950's
Ceil Chapman Black Embellished Long Sleeve Dress C. 1940's-1950's

Ceil Chapman Black Embellished Long Sleeve Dress C. 1940's-1950's

By Ceil Chapman

Located in New York, NY

VINTAGE GRACE NY Ceil Chapman Black Embellished Long Sleeve Dress c. 1940's-1950's. Ceil Chapman, renowned as Marilyn Monroe's go to fashion designer, achieved fame in the 1940s and...

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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940s Vintage White Long Komon Kimono
1940s Vintage White Long Komon Kimono

1940s Vintage White Long Komon Kimono

Located in Milan, Italy

1940s This vintage komon kimono has a white color with seashells print, made in silk and has the red edge of the lining, sleeve to a married woman and fully lined, without Obi. Good...

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1940s Japanese Casual Dresses

1940's Metallic-Gold Beaded Black Crepe Cut-Out Long Sleeve Hourglass Gown
1940's Metallic-Gold Beaded Black Crepe Cut-Out Long Sleeve Hourglass Gown

1940's Metallic-Gold Beaded Black Crepe Cut-Out Long Sleeve Hourglass Gown

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

It is impeccably seamed and on the level of modern day couture. Here is a dress with attitude and elegant. Measurements Bust:41-42 inches Waist:32 inches Hips:44 inches Total L...

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1940s Evening Gowns

Numbered 1940s John Lewis Vintage Dress Long Black Velvet Evening Gown Fur Trim
Numbered 1940s John Lewis Vintage Dress Long Black Velvet Evening Gown Fur Trim

Numbered 1940s John Lewis Vintage Dress Long Black Velvet Evening Gown Fur Trim

Located in Portland, OR

This is a 1943 vintage black velvet dress that was purchased at John Lewis & Co on Oxford Street in London. The dress buttons up the front with covered buttons and has pretty whi...

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1940s English Evening Gowns

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Located in Sparks, NV

Simple and chic 1960s vintage cocktail dress with short sleeves and box pleats. Partially lined with rear metal zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust measures...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train

1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train

By Michael Casey

Located in Gresham, OR

A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Midnight-Black Body-Hugging Spandex Built-In Bra Evening Dress
Dolce & Gabbana Midnight-Black Body-Hugging Spandex Built-In Bra Evening Dress

Dolce & Gabbana Midnight-Black Body-Hugging Spandex Built-In Bra Evening Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in New York, NY

Dolce & Gabbana body-hugging midnight-black evening dress is fully lined with their signature leopard print. This wonderful evening dress has a matching built-in bra for a "pe...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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

1940s Moire Opera Coat
1940s Moire Opera Coat

1940s Moire Opera Coat

$875

Size: XS, S

1940s Moire Opera Coat

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black moire full length opera coat. It has 15 round self covered buttons and loops closing up the front and an A line skirt portion. It is lined in black and has front a...

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1940s Unknown Opera Coats

1940's Wool Skirt Suit
1940's Wool Skirt Suit

1940's Wool Skirt Suit

Located in Geneva, CH

Light blue 1940’s wool skirt suit with rhinestones and studs on the collar and pockets. Fully lined. Note : none rhinestones and studs are missing. Fits approx. : US 4-6 / FR 38 ...

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1940s American Skirt Suits

Lillie Rubin New 1950s Silk Damask Dress and Mink Collar Coat Set
Lillie Rubin New 1950s Silk Damask Dress and Mink Collar Coat Set

Lillie Rubin New 1950s Silk Damask Dress and Mink Collar Coat Set

By Lillie Rubin

Located in Water Mill, NY

A rare, new 1950s dress and coat set from Lillie Rubin in a black silk damask flower pattern. The dress is semi fitted with a matching belt, a bateau neckline, and a straight skirt. ...

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1950s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

Donald Brooks Unworn Vintage 1970s Hand Painted Tulle Embroidered Dress
Donald Brooks Unworn Vintage 1970s Hand Painted Tulle Embroidered Dress

Donald Brooks Unworn Vintage 1970s Hand Painted Tulle Embroidered Dress

By Donald Brooks

Located in Sparks, NV

Absolutely incredible unworn vintage Donald Brooks dress in hand-painted hand-embroidered tulle that just glows with different layered colors. Stunning design and colors! One of the ...

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Art Deco Silk Chiffon Chevron Lace Day Dress
Art Deco Silk Chiffon Chevron Lace Day Dress

Art Deco Silk Chiffon Chevron Lace Day Dress

Located in New York, NY

Charming Art Deco Silk Chiffon Chevron Lace Day Dress from the 1930's. Navy silk chiffon bias cut bodice with striped lacey mesh inserts flowing into full ballon sleeves. 2 large inv...

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1930s American Casual Dresses

White wedding ( or evening) dress CHRISTIAN DIOR by Maria-Grazia Chiuri
White wedding ( or evening) dress CHRISTIAN DIOR by Maria-Grazia Chiuri

White wedding ( or evening) dress CHRISTIAN DIOR by Maria-Grazia Chiuri

By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

White wedding ( or evening) dress. No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Button and buttonhole closure on the cuffs and...

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2010s French Wedding Dresses

1990s Richard Tyler Couture Size 6 Cranberry Red Burgundy Sequin Vintage Gown
1990s Richard Tyler Couture Size 6 Cranberry Red Burgundy Sequin Vintage Gown

1990s Richard Tyler Couture Size 6 Cranberry Red Burgundy Sequin Vintage Gown

By Richard Tyler, Richard Tyler Couture

Located in San Diego, CA

Phenomenal 90s RICHARD TYLER COUTURE cranberry red / burgundy / maroon fully sequined and beaded silk chiffon evening dress! Features thousands of vibrant hand-sewn sequins and beads...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Ruby red satin wrapped shirt ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Ruby red satin wrapped shirt ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Ruby red satin wrapped shirt ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Ruby red satin wrapped shirt . Hidden snap closure on the cuffs. SAMPLE SIZE 36

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2010s Blouses and Tops

White jersey draped backless dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
White jersey draped backless dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

White jersey draped backless dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

White jersey draped backless dress. Main fabric composition: 96% rayon, 4% elastane. Tied behind the neck. Front lenght = 124cm Back lenght = 155cm SIZE 36

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2010s Bulgarian Cocktail Dresses

1970's Sonia Rykiel Wool Tweed Six Pocket Coat and Matching Trousers
1970's Sonia Rykiel Wool Tweed Six Pocket Coat and Matching Trousers

1970's Sonia Rykiel Wool Tweed Six Pocket Coat and Matching Trousers

By Sonia Rykiel

Located in New Hope, PA

A soft grey wool tweed is used for this coat and pant ensemble from Sonia Rykiel. The coat has six patch pockets, a functional and decorative element. There are grey buttons and bou...

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1970s French Trouser Pant Suits

John Galliano Deep Bordeaux Beaded Bustier Tube Dress - Circa 2007
John Galliano Deep Bordeaux Beaded Bustier Tube Dress - Circa 2007

John Galliano Deep Bordeaux Beaded Bustier Tube Dress - Circa 2007

By John Galliano

Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR

A sophisticated and sultry archival piece from John Galliano, dating to the mid-2000s (circa 2007). This tube-style cocktail dress is rendered in a rich, dark bordeaux satin-finish f...

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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dresses

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1940s Long Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary 1940s long 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 Gray, Orange and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect 1940s long 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 20th Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Alfred Shaheen, Ceil Chapman and Edward Molyneux are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 1940s Long Dress?

Prices for a 1940s long dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $173 and can go as high as $2,295, while, on average they fetch $623.

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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. 

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