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1940s Wrap Dress

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 colours of orange, yellow and blue against a black background and is a combination o...

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1940s American Casual Dresses

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

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

Located in New York, NY

In overall fantastic condition, just has some slight fading in areas. 1940S Blue & White Cold Rayon Novelty Bunny Print Wrap Dress

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1940s Casual Dresses

Black crêpe wrap and drape cocktail dress with black sequin Circa 1940's
Black crêpe wrap and drape cocktail dress with black sequin Circa 1940's

Black crêpe wrap and drape cocktail dress with black sequin Circa 1940's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black crêpe wrap and drape cocktail dress with black sequin. Bow in sequin in the front of the skirt. Zip on the right side. No lining. SIZE L

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1940s French Cocktail Dresses

Rayon TIKI Hawaiian Pineapple Print Wrap Dress, 1940s
Rayon TIKI Hawaiian Pineapple Print Wrap Dress, 1940s

Rayon TIKI Hawaiian Pineapple Print Wrap Dress, 1940s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Rayon TIKI Hawaiian Wrap Dress features a colorful pineapple print on a light and adjustable material. The dress is handmade with a wrap style, making the sizing flexible, and i...

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Mid-20th Century Day Dresses

Adele Simpson 1940s Wrap Top and Skirt
Adele Simpson 1940s Wrap Top and Skirt

Adele Simpson 1940s Wrap Top and Skirt

By Adele Simpson

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous 2 piece skirt and top set in a tan cotton linen blend. The top has a crew neck, cap sleeves, shoulder pads and wraps closing at one side and shoulder with self covered bu...

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1940s American Day Dresses

Printed cotton hostess dress wrap in the front Circa 1940's
Printed cotton hostess dress wrap in the front Circa 1940's

Printed cotton hostess dress wrap in the front Circa 1940's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Printed cotton hostess dress wrap in the front and close with one snap. Belt-loop but no belt. Size M

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1940s Unknown Robes

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1940s Floral Seer Sucker Wrap Dress
1940s Floral Seer Sucker Wrap Dress

1940s Floral Seer Sucker Wrap Dress

Located in New York, NY

Adjustable to sizes 4 to 8 with an interesting cut out at the back of the neck.

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1940s American Informal Dresses

Bonnie Cashin Teal Blue Ditsy Floral Grid Print Wrap Dress, 1940s
Bonnie Cashin Teal Blue Ditsy Floral Grid Print Wrap Dress, 1940s

Bonnie Cashin Teal Blue Ditsy Floral Grid Print Wrap Dress, 1940s

By Bonnie Cashin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic 1940's ditsy floral grid printed cotton wrap dress by American icon, Bonnie Cashin.

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Mid-20th Century Day 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 pleats.

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1940s American Evening Dresses

1940s Claire McCardell surplice wrap day dress
1940s Claire McCardell surplice wrap day dress

1940s Claire McCardell surplice wrap day dress

By Claire McCardell

Located in New York, NY

And since Independence Day is almost here we thought that we would celebrate with one of our greater designers. This 1940s Claire McCardell for Townley wrap dress with surplice neckl...

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1940s American Day Dresses

Vintage 1940's Frank Starr for Ted Shore Dress with Wrap
Vintage 1940's Frank Starr for Ted Shore Dress with Wrap

Vintage 1940's Frank Starr for Ted Shore Dress with Wrap

By Frank Starr

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

vintage 1940's dress and wrap * black mesh * floral print acetate bodice * strapless bodice with stays * acetate lined skirt * metal side zipper * matching wrap * by Frank S...

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1940s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's Hawaiian Green Leaf Print Ivory Crepe Maxi Belted Wrap Dress Gown
Vintage 1940's Hawaiian Green Leaf Print Ivory Crepe Maxi Belted Wrap Dress Gown

Vintage 1940's Hawaiian Green Leaf Print Ivory Crepe Maxi Belted Wrap Dress Gown

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Measurements (varies due to style) Bust:32-35 inches Waist:26 inches (wrap style so you can move the hooks if desired) Hips:up to 38 inches Total Length:55 inches This 1940's Trade ...

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1940s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

1940's Hollywood  Black Velvet  Gown w/  Lace Train and Wrap
1940's Hollywood  Black Velvet  Gown w/  Lace Train and Wrap

1940's Hollywood Black Velvet Gown w/ Lace Train and Wrap

Located in Toronto, ON

Late 1940's red carpet velvet boned bodice gown with lush black and white lace and crinoline layered train.

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1940s Canadian Evening Gowns

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By Betty Carol, Mamselle

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous dress from Betty Carol in light weight black wool and silk taffeta. It has a V neckline front and back with fabulous princess seaming creating a fitted silhouette through...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

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New Rare Gucci Black Spiderweb Silk Runway Dress Fall 2013 Sz 42 $2875

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By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

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New Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Collectible Heels Sz 38.5

New Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Collectible Heels Sz 38.5

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Conroe, TX

Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New Size: 38.5 * Tom Ford Era Final Collection Heels This Collection was Featured at the Metropolitan Museum of Art * Metallic Covered Heel * Double...

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Early 2000s French Shoes

John Galliano for Christian Dior Oblique Printed Chiffon Dress. F/W 2000-2001
John Galliano for Christian Dior Oblique Printed Chiffon Dress. F/W 2000-2001

John Galliano for Christian Dior Oblique Printed Chiffon Dress. F/W 2000-2001

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Incredible John Galliano for Christian Dior Oblique printed chiffon dress Fall/ Winter 2000 - 2001. Of an asymmetric bias cut with deep ruffles and flounces. Printed in burgundy on...

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown
Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown

Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Phenomenal vintage late 80s Bob Mackie Couture light pink and gray silk chiffon, lace and rhinestone encrusted strapless Grecian gown ! Features grey lace and rhinestones on the bodi...

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Vintage Norwegian Bunad Handmade Traditional Women's Folk Embroidered Dress
Vintage Norwegian Bunad Handmade Traditional Women's Folk Embroidered Dress

Vintage Norwegian Bunad Handmade Traditional Women's Folk Embroidered Dress

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Norwegian Bunad, handmade traditional women's folk embroidered wool dress or jumper dress. Black mid-weight wool dress/jumper is beautifully hand embroidered with brightly co...

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Maxi Dresses

1930s Gold Floral Lame Dress with Organza Capelet
1930s Gold Floral Lame Dress with Organza Capelet

1930s Gold Floral Lame Dress with Organza Capelet

Located in London, GB

1930s gold and floral lame dress with contemporary custom-made capelet. Of an ankle skimming length, this piece is crafted from the most incredible fabric; a glittering golden lamé ...

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1930s American Evening Dresses

1920s Silver Cobweb Lame Flapper Culottes Dress
1920s Silver Cobweb Lame Flapper Culottes Dress

1920s Silver Cobweb Lame Flapper Culottes Dress

Located in London, GB

Tailored to a classic 1920s drop-waist silhouette, this is a rare surviving culottes dress from the earlier part of the flapper era and our oldest ever jumpsuit design! This antique ...

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1920s British Jumpsuits

Iconic Archival Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Silk Lace Dress
Iconic Archival Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Silk Lace Dress

Iconic Archival Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Silk Lace Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Berlin, BE

Absolutely iconic Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Spine Lace Dress. Exuding an enigmatic allure that's both cutting-edge and timeless, the Laser Cut Black Leather Lace Dress fro...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s HALSTON Cashmere Camel Tan 70s Vintage Dress and Cardigan Sweater Jacket
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By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston

Located in San Diego, CA

No one did cashmere or beading quite like HALSTON! This chic 1970s HALSTON ensemble consists of a long cashmere cardigan and sleeveless cashmere dress. Simply slips over the head and...

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1970s Scottish Dress and Coat Ensembles

Jean Paul Gaultier knitted wool floral sweater and stirrup pants set, fw 1984
Jean Paul Gaultier knitted wool floral sweater and stirrup pants set, fw 1984

Jean Paul Gaultier knitted wool floral sweater and stirrup pants set, fw 1984

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in London, GB

Jean Paul Gaultier; knitted wool ensemble. - Oversized knitted cream sweater with floral tapestry style pattern - High waisted stirrup pants with elastic waistband and two side pock...

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F/W 2000 Thierry Mugler Runway Cat Eye Brooch Green Velvet Evening Gown F42
F/W 2000 Thierry Mugler Runway Cat Eye Brooch Green Velvet Evening Gown F42

F/W 2000 Thierry Mugler Runway Cat Eye Brooch Green Velvet Evening Gown F42

By Thierry Mugler, Mugler

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Thierry Mugler evening gown from the Fall/Winter 2000 collection is crafted in deep green velvet and designed with an asymmetric one-shoulder silhouette. The dress is defined by...

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Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

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1930s Pale Pink Sheer Ribbonwork Dress and Short-Sleeve Jacket

1930s Pale Pink Sheer Ribbonwork Dress and Short-Sleeve Jacket

Located in London, GB

This true vintage 1930s dress is made of incredibly detailed fabric; a peachy pink tulle net with an overlay of elaborate, swirling tonal ribbon work. The dress is full-length and fa...

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1930s American Evening Gowns

Paul Louis Orrier High Drama Painterly Floral Cocktail Dress, 1980s
Paul Louis Orrier High Drama Painterly Floral Cocktail Dress, 1980s

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

A more luscious dress would be hard to find. From French designer Paul Louis Orrier - a 1980s high style cocktail dress in muted tones with a painterly floral print. Dramatic silhou...

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20th Century Cocktail Dresses

1970s Elissa Pleated Cotton Maxi Skirt and Floral Top Set
1970s Elissa Pleated Cotton Maxi Skirt and Floral Top Set

1970s Elissa Pleated Cotton Maxi Skirt and Floral Top Set

Located in London, GB

This 1970s pleated cotton outfit from American boutique brand Elissa of California is made up of two separates along with a matching floral fabric tie belt to draw in the waist. The ...

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1970s American Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

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1940s Wrap Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary 1940s wrap dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Beige, Gray and more. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Adele Simpson and Gianni Versace are consistently popular. 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 Wrap Dress?

Prices for a 1940s wrap dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $269 and can go as high as $1,175, while, on average they fetch $688.

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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. 

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