Question 1

What is a 1940s style dress?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

What dresses were popular in the 1940s?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

What did Ladies Wear in the 1940s?

Accepted Answer

In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.

Question 4

How can I tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s?

Accepted Answer

To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.

Question 5

What dresses did they wear in the 1960s?

Accepted Answer

The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.

Question 6

What dress was popular in the 1980s?

Accepted Answer

One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What are 1920s dresses called?

Accepted Answer

The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.

Question 8

How should I dress for a ’70s party?

Accepted Answer

There are a few options for how you should dress for a ’70s party. You can go for the hippie look with dramatic bell-bottoms, fringed jackets and vests and embroidered blouses, or try a sporty look by pairing a vintage tee with high-waisted, button-fly flared jeans and clogs or platform shoes. For a straight-from-the-disco aesthetic, look for surplice and halter dresses decked out in sequins. Men can make a 1970s-inspired statement with a leisure suit or bell-bottoms matched with a turtleneck. Aviator sunglasses are great accessories for both men and women. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of 1970s apparel and accessories.

Question 9

How did people dress in the 1990s?

Accepted Answer

In the 1990s, people dressed in different ways. Styles included grunge, modern preppy, hip-hop and goth. Some trends of the decade were slip dresses, plaid flannel shirts, long plaid skirts, overalls, combat boots and loose-fitting rolled jeans. Neon colors were popular for a time, as were fabric headbands and fabric-covered ponytail holders. Shop a selection of 90s vintage apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What color goes with a white dress?

Accepted Answer

Many colors go with a white dress. As a neutral hue, white can coordinate with a wide range of colors. You can pair a white dress with accessories, shoes and bags in other neutrals like black and gray, pastels like pale pink and lavender, earth tones like brown and burnt orange, jewel tones like magenta and royal blue and metallics like copper and gold. Feel free to get creative when creating ensembles around your white dress. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of white dresses.

Question 11

What is the best white dress shirt?

Accepted Answer

The best white dress shirts are the foundation to any stylish wardrobe. Many fashion houses have offered white dress shirts over the years. Find a range of white dress shirts and other vintage apparel today on 1stDibs.

Question 12

What were the dresses in the 20s called?

Accepted Answer

In the 1920s, the flapper dress became a fresh new look for both day and evening wear. This shift dress hung from shoulder to just below the knee with a significant drop waistline. The evening versions of these dresses often featured lace, fringe, beadwork and luxe fabrics like chiffon, velvet and taffeta. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage flapper dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 13

What dresses were popular in the 90s?

Accepted Answer

Many different styles of dress were popular in the 1990s, including the slip dress which became very common by the middle of the decade. Tastes and styles varied between regions and among people. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage 1990s dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.

Question 14

What was the dress style in the 1960s called?

Accepted Answer

What the dress style was called in the 1960s varied, as there were several types of dresses that were fashionable during the decade. At the start of the 1960s, many women wore swing dresses featuring fitted bodices and full skirts. Collared, button-up belted dresses called shirtwaist dresses were also popular, as were loose-fitting, flowy shift dresses. By the late 1960s, new styles emerged, such as flared, flowing tent dresses, sleeveless jumpers usually styled over sweaters and blouses and drop-waist dresses, which had their waist seams at the hips rather than the natural waist. Find a variety of 1960s dresses and other vintage dresses on 1stDibs.

Question 15

Who designed Marilyn Monroe’s white dress?

Accepted Answer

William Travilla designed Marilyn Monroe's white dress. The actress wore the now-iconic dress in the 1955 film The Seven Year Itch. A celebrated costume designer, Travilla also created dresses for seven other Monroe films, including How to Marry a Millionaire and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. In recognition of his work, the designer was nominated for several Academy and Emmy awards, and he won an Oscar for the costumes featured in the 1948 film Adventures of Don Juan. Explore a range of William Travilla apparel on 1stDibs.

Question 16

What color were flapper dresses in the 1920s?

Accepted Answer

Flapper dresses from the 1920s came in a range of colors, although darker hues such as black and navy were immensely popular. Flapper dresses were cut with straight and slim silhouettes, were typically knee-length and had a lower neckline. They were often made from silk chiffon and featured beaded details. You’ll find a selection of 1920s flapper dresses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 17

What are 50s style dresses called?

Accepted Answer

1950s-style dresses are often called poodle skirt dresses. The dress is generally a fit-and-flare shape with a wide swing skirt. Another popular type of dress is the form-fitting sheath, also known as a pencil dress.

Question 18

Which designer was called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s?

Accepted Answer

Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What did wedding dresses look like in the 1900s?

Accepted Answer

In the 1900s, wedding dresses typically looked like full, floor-length garments. Brides wore S-shaped corsets below the usually ruffled bodices, and most designs included large puff sleeves. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.

Question 20

Which designer became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s?

Accepted Answer

The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.

1940s White Dress

1940s American Informal Dresses

1940's White Rayon Crepe Old Hollywood Style Draped Dress

1940s Casual Dresses

1940'S Black & White Rayon "Roman" Novelty Print Fit Flare Dress

1940s Casual Dresses

1940S White Cotton Piqué Off Shoulder Dress

1940s Casual Dresses

1940S Red & White Floral Cotton Short Sleeve Dress

1940s Casual Dresses

1940S Teal & White Floral Print Rayon Chiffon Dress

1930s French Wedding Dresses

Late 1930s Early 1940s White Crepe Wedding Dress

1940s British Casual Dresses

1940s White and Purple Rayon Floral Print Shirtwaister Dress

1940s Tea Gowns

Vintage 1940s Black & White Stripe Tea Dress

1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage 1940s Linen Print Day Dress

1940s Casual Dresses

1940S Blue & White Cold Rayon Floral Print Zip-Front Dress

1940s Casual Dresses

1940S Blue & White Cold Rayon Novelty Bunny Print Wrap Dress

1940s British Vintage Bridal Gowns

1940s White Satin Wedding Dress with Train

1940s Casual Dresses

1940S Blue & White Cold Rayon Polka Dot Dress With Zipper Front Pockets

1940s American Day Dresses

1940s Pale Blue Rayon Dress With Navy And White Pebble Print

1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Valentino 1990s Does 1940s Size 4 navy Blue White Polka Dot 90s Dress

1940s Casual Dresses

1940S White & Red Cotton Seersucker Bohemian Russian Style Floral Rose Print Sh

1940s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

1940s Plus Size 20 / 22 Black and White Crepe Rhinestone 40s Dress and Jacket

1930s Unknown Wedding Dresses

1930s White Cotton Embroidered Dress with Lace

1940s Formal Gowns

1940S Nave Blue & White Cotton Voile Embroidered Gown With Sheer Jacket

1940s Formal Gowns

1940S Black, White & Red Silk Organza Sheer Buffalo Check Gown Couture From Par

1940s Dress and Coat Ensembles

1940S White & Purple Rayon Lounge Ensemble With Gold Studded Pockets

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Geneviève Thomas1940's Fashion Illustration - Stylish Blonde Lady In White Dress, c. 1940's

Mid-20th Century Paintings

1940's Fashion Illustration - Stylish Blonde Lady in White Dress

Mid-20th Century Paintings

1940's French Fashion Illustration, Stunning Ballerina in White Dress

Mid-20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Geneviève Thomas1940's Fashion Illustration - Lady In White Dress With Draped Orange Head Scarf, c. 1940's

1940s Slips

1940S White Striped Rayon Step In Slip Dress

1940s Slips

1940s White Striped Rayon Step In Slip Dress

1940s Impressionist Figurative Paintings

Francois GeromeThe White Dress, c. 1940s/50

Vintage 1940s French Retro Cluster Rings

1.49ct Natural Unheated Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18k Gold Dress Ring, circa 1940s

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches

Hamilton 14 Karat Solid White Gold Ladies Dress Watch with Original Dial, 1940s

1940s American Wedding Dresses

1940's Ceil Chapman Windowpane Print White Cotton Peplum Full-Skirt Dress Gown

1940s Evening Gowns

Early 1940's White Satin Gown with Interesting Details

1940s Unknown Wedding Dresses

1940's Exquisitely Designed White Charmeuse Wedding Gown

1940s American Cocktail Dresses

40s Black Rayon Crepe Cocktail Dress with Rainbow Sequin Sleeves

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Vintage Eisenberg Dress Clip With White Rhinestones 1940s

1940s Wedding Dresses

1940's White Sequin Embellished Dress

1940s Day Dresses

1940s White Smocked Sheer Maxi Dress

1940s American Ball Gowns

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

1940s American Day Dresses

1940s Navy Blue and White Embroidered Daisy Print Silk 40s Dress

1940s Wedding Dresses

Geneviève Thomas
1940's Fashion Illustration - Stylish Blonde Lady In White Dress, c. 1940's

Geneviève Thomas
1940's Fashion Illustration - Lady In White Dress With Draped Orange Head Scarf, c. 1940's

Francois Gerome
The White Dress, c. 1940s/50