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1950’s Purple and Yellow Rose Print Strapless Cotton Dress
Located in London, GB
A lovely and summery original 1950s white cotton dress featuring a large rose print in yellow
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1950s British Day Dresses

1950S Cream & Black Lace Tulle Strapless Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1950S Cream & Black Lace Tulle Strapless Cocktail Dress
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black Strapless Silk Tafetta Cocktail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950s Black silk taffeta strapless cocktail dress with white graffiti print. Perfect for wedding or
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1950s American Evening Gowns

1950S Ivory Embroidered Silk Organza Strapless Party Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1950S Ivory Embroidered Silk Organza Strapless Party Cocktail Dress
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Hot Pink Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1950s Hot pink silk strapless cocktail dress with beaded bust and peplum hem. Bust: 34
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black Strapless Silk Satin and Lace Dress
Located in London, GB
This seductive 1950s black silk satin cocktail dress is of superb quality and construction and in
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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950S Pierre Balmain Ivory Silk Chiffon Ruched Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in New York, NY
1950S Pierre Balmain Ivory Silk Chiffon Ruched Strapless Cocktail Dress
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Plaid Print Cotton Strapless Shelf-Bust Bustle Full Dress & Shawl
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In this gorgeous 1950's graphic plaid party dress ensemble, the detailed construction and
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1950s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage 1950's Lilli Diamond Silver Lamé Beaded Strapless Dress and Swing Jacket
By Lilli Diamond
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A seductive and highly stylized 1950's sparkling silver lamé dress ensemble by the famous Lilli
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1950s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage 1950's Cream Soutache & Rhinestone Strapless Dress & Bolero UK 10 US 6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This magnificent 1950's cream dress and matching bolero, embellished with trailing soutache and
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

CEIL CHAPMAN 1950's Nude Lace Strapless Cocktail Dress with Flowers Size 4
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a nude lace. Features a draped strapless style
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20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Bergdorf Goodman Ivory Sequin Embroidered Tulle Strapless Gown
By Bergdorf Goodman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In this gorgeous early 1950's Bergdorf Goodman ivory-white gown, the detailed construction and
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1950s American Wedding Dresses

1950s Gold Silk Satin Strapless Dress and Jacket Ensemble
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous, unmarked as to maker, 1950s gold silk satin strapless dress and jacket ensemble: dress
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1950s American Evening Dresses

1950S Black Strapless Silk Taffeta Dress Pleated With Velvet Ribbon Latticework
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Strapless Silk Taffeta Dress Pleated With Velvet Ribbon Latticework
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1950s Casual Dresses

1950S Black Floral Lace Strapless Fit & Flare Cocktail Dress From Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lace Strapless Fit & Flare Cocktail Dress From Paris
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Strapless Blue Floral Evening Dress With Fishtail Hem
Located in London, GB
This show-stopping 1950s floral strapless dress with fishtail hem is designed to turn heads. The
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1950s British Evening Gowns

1950'S Kelly Green & Black Silk Duchess Satin Chantilly Lace Strapless Cocktail
Located in New York, NY
1950'S Kelly Green & Black Silk Duchess Satin Chantilly Lace Strapless Cocktail Dress
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950S Off White Strapless Dress Made From Victorian Hand Embroidered Cotton Eye
Located in New York, NY
1950S Off White Strapless Dress Made From Victorian Hand Embroidered Cotton Eyelet Lace With
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1950s Casual Dresses

Will Steinman New Look Pink Blue Strapless Back Bow Bouffant Party Dress-S, 1950
By Will Steinman
Located in Tucson, AZ
. Strapless prom dress with flexible boning along front and rear princess seams; triple-layer skirt with pink
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1950s American Ballerina Dresses

1950S Emerald Green Nylon Tulle Strapless Party Dress Appliquéd & Beaded With M
Located in New York, NY
Very full circle skirt, would take a petticoat. 1950S Emerald Green Nylon Tulle Strapless Party
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1950s Casual Dresses

1990S ARMANI Coral, Grey & White Silk Taffeta Stripe 1950'S Style Strapless Dr
Located in New York, NY
1990S ARMANI Coral, Grey & White Silk Taffeta Stripe 1950'S Style Strapless Dress
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1990s Casual Dresses

Vintage 1950's Ceil Chapman Black & Pink Lace Strapless Peplum Hourglass Gown
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This is such a seductive and dramatic 1950's evening gown from the iconic Ceil Chapman designer
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1950s American Evening Gowns

Jacques Cassia Couture Strapless Silver Brocade Party Dress - S, 1950s
By Jacques Cassia
Located in Tucson, AZ
; this Dior-esque dress is one of them. Strapless dress with brocade bodice and split-front circle skirt
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1950s Lebanese Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Jeanne Lafaurie Couture Watercolor Floral Silk Strapless Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
mid 1950's era of fashion. Jeanne Lafaurie was a Paris couturier, designing from 1925 until 1958
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1950s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1950s Howard Greer Floral Silk Taffeta Strapless Trumpet-Skirt Cocktail Dress
By Howard Greer
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Howard Greer designed floral silk taffeta strapless cocktail dress: Bodice is fully boned and
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Nude on Black Chiffon Strapless Cocktail Dress w Feather Flourish
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Silk chiffon cocktail dress: 3 layer construction. Lining and structured bodice structure in
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s Pierre Balmain Couture Navy Lace Illusion Strapless Dress & Jacket
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Pierre Balmain Paris cocktail dress set dating back to his 1959 Spring/Summer
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1950s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Stunning 1950s Demi Couture Taupe + Terra Cotta Vintage 50s Strapless Lace Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1950s demi couture strapless lace dress in terra cotta and taupe. Features a fitted
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950S TINA LESSER BY FOREMAN Baby Blue Embroidered Cotton Strapless Indian Sari
Located in New York, NY
1950S TINA LESSER BY FOREMAN Baby Blue Embroidered Cotton Strapless Indian Sari Style Day Dress
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1950s American Day Dresses

Parlsienne Coquette New Look Strapless Black White Tulle Party Dress - S, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
. Vintage strapless full-skirted party dress with ruched bodice, sweetheart petal bust and V-shaped front
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1950s American Ballerina Dresses

1950S Navy Blue Silk Taffeta & Passementrie Embroidered Lace Strapless Cocktail
Located in New York, NY
1950S Navy Blue Silk Taffeta & Passementrie Embroidered Lace Strapless Cocktail Dress
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1950s Casual Dresses

Chic 1990s does 1950s White and Black Lace Strapless Vintage 90s Dress Small
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 90s does 50s white and black lace strapless dress! Features white French lace over a
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Black and Silver *Larger Size* Ombré New Look Strapless Party Dress – L, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
An unusual and discretely colorful party dress despite its dark hue, the dress features a silver
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1950s Unknown Ballerina Dresses

Pink-Lavender New Look Strapless Tiered Lace Ballerina Party Dress – S-M, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
summer party frock or even a non-traditional wedding gown. Strapless sweetheart party dress with three
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1950s Unknown Ballerina Dresses

1950s Navy and White Diamond Print Strapless Sundress and Bolero
Located in London, GB
What a fabulous 1950s ensemble of dress and bolero! This set boasts crisp cotton and a great print
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1950s British Aesthetic Day Dresses

1950S Black Strapless Silk Jersey Gown With Pleated Organza & Lace Ruffled Swin
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Strapless Silk Jersey Gown With Pleated Organza & Lace Ruffled Swing Skirt
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1950s Casual Dresses

1950s Helena Barbieri Original Cream Silk Flocked Beaded Strapless Gown
By Helena Barbieri
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Helena Barbieri Original Cream Silk Flocked Beaded Strapless Gown: A sensual original design
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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950S Golden Yellow Rayon & Nylon Tulle Strapless Gown With Flowers
Located in New York, NY
1950S Golden Yellow Rayon & Nylon Tulle Strapless Gown With Flowers
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1950s Formal Gowns

1950S Navy Blue Silk & Lace Strapless Gown With Trumpet Skirt
Located in New York, NY
1950S Navy Blue Silk & Lace Strapless Gown With Trumpet Skirt
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1950s Evening Gowns

1950S Seafoam Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Beaded Strapless Gown
Located in New York, NY
flaws are to be expected. 1950S Seafoam Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Beaded Strapless Gown
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1950s Formal Gowns

Shaheen Tiki Print Red Dress and Bolero Set, 1950s
By Alfred Shaheen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Shaheen Tiki Print Red Dress & Bolero Set, 1950s. Cotton printed tiki set, convertible dress can
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1950s Day Dresses

1950s Velvet Tulle Party Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s velvet/purple tulle party dress featuring a strapless fitted and boned bodice that has a
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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1950's Pink Swirling Satin & Tulle Dress UK 6 US 2
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This iconic 1950's dress, rendered in layers of pink tulle, with delicate circular satin details
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

XS Beautiful 1950s White Tulle Demi Couture Strapless Vintage 50s Tiered Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutley breathtaking 1950s demi couture white strapless tulle gown, or wedding dress ! Features
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1950s American Evening Dresses

1950s Emerald Green Silk Shantung Strapless Vintage 50s Bombshell Gown Sz Medium
Located in San Diego, CA
Bombshell 1950s emerald green silk shantung full length dress! Fabulous flattering wiggle fit, with
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1950s American Evening Gowns

1960s Black Soutache Strapless Dress with Cropped Jacket lined in Mink
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Late 1950s and early 1960s Black Strapless silk lace soutache strapless cocktail dress with Cropped
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Black Vintage 1950s Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic black vintage cocktail dress from the 1950s., The dress is strapless, but straps could
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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s Curiel Couture Pleated Purple Silk Chiffon Strapless Goddess Gown
By Gigliola Curiel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
purple silk chiffon gown dating back to the mid 1950's. Curiel is an important Italian haute couture
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1950s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage Neiman Marcus Size 8 Hawaiian Flower Strapless Origami Wiggle Dress
By A.J. Bari, Neiman Marcus
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage NEIMAN MARCUS Size 6/ 8 strapless Hawaiian print wiggle dress! Features amazing
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Purple Velvet and Lace Party Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Deep purple velvet strapless party dress. The top of the bodice is adorned with illusion
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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950's MINGOLINI GUGGENHEIM Purple & Black Floral Print Silk Dress Set size 2-4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gugenheim. It is a strapless bustier dress with a 17" side-seam zipper, a bow detail which wraps around the
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1950s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Mike Benet Sz 0/2 1980s Black Strapless Rhinestone Strapless Bustle Gown
By Mike Benet Formals, MIKE BENET
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous vintage 80s MIKE BENET black taffeta strapless bustle gown! Features a ruched boned bodice
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1980s American Evening Gowns

Jean Varon Vintage Strapless Black Taffeta Evening Dress with Ruffles and Bow
By Jean Varon
Located in Sparks, NV
Early 1980s inspired by the 1950s! This Jean Varon evening dress features ruffles and a front bow
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1980s British Cocktail Dresses

Alix of Miami Halter Neck Modernist Hearts & Flowers Print Sun Dress 1950s
By Alix of Miami
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Alex of Miami halter neck modernist print sun dress from the 1950s. Florals with gold hearts cotton
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1950s American Casual Dresses

Convertible Yellow Floral Circle Dress w Rhinestone-Studded Shelf Bust-S, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
balance. Strapless or halter neck circle dress with graduated hemline and pleated shelf bust; rhinestone
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1950s Unknown Ballerina Day Dresses

1950s Fred Perlberg Size 0 XS White Blue Rhinestone Tulle Vintage 50s Gown Dress
By Fred Perlberg, Fred Perlberg Originals
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1950s FRED PERLBERG white and Robin’s egg blue rhinestone encrusted strapless gown ! Boned
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1950s American Evening Gowns

Convertible Lime Gingham and Floral Bouffant Party Dress - Small, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
from a demure daytime frock to an elegant strapless evening dress. Knee-length party dress with
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1950s American Ballerina Dresses

1950s Lilli Diamond Ivory Off - White French Lace Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s LILLI DIAMOND ivory French lace wiggle dress! Wonderful fit hugs the body in all
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Bergdorf Goodman Cocoa Silk Cocktail Dress w Lace Applique and Feathers
By Bergdorf Goodman
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Bergdorf Goodman couture-quality cocoa silk taffeta cocktail dress: Strapless with structured
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Suzy Perette Black Silk Chiffon Nude Illusion Couture Vintage 50s Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 1950s SUZY PERETTE black silk chiffon nude illusion couture tiered cocktail dress
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

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1950s Strapless Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary 1950s strapless dress you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. 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. If you’re looking for a 1950s strapless dress from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Ceil Chapman, Emma Domb and Pierre Balmain 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 1950s Strapless Dress?

On average, a 1950s strapless dress on 1stDibs sells for $979, while they’re typically $235 on the low end and $18,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

Questions About 1950s Strapless Dress
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    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.

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