1950s Cotton Abstract Floral Print Sundress
Located in London, GB
This lively sundress was made in the late 1950s to early 1960s and features some unusual design details.
1950s Cotton Abstract Floral Print Sundress
Located in London, GB
This lively sundress was made in the late 1950s to early 1960s and features some unusual design details.
1950s Pau Hana - Honolulu Yellow Cotton Sundress W/ Stylized Sea Shell and Coral
Located in Gresham, OR
A sweet 1950s Pau Hana - Honolulu butter-yellow cotton sundress with stylized coral and sea shell print (including sea urchins, starfish and sand dollars).
$450
Size: none; comparable to size XS
Blue Butterfly Sketch New Look Ballerina Sundress with Bib Points - XS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
With a silhouette sweet enough for a music-box ballerina and a loose, Matisse-like butterfly sketch print, this singular party dress will be the center of attention at any gathering....
1960s Sambo Fashions Yellow and Pink Floral Dress
Located in London, GB
Late 1950s or early 1960s sundress design from Sambo Fashions which was a quality British brand operating throughout the 40s to 60s.
1960s Sambo Fashions Yellow and Lilac Floral Print Dress
Located in London, GB
This cotton late 1950s to early 1960s sundress was designed by Sambo Fashions, a quality British brand operating throughout the ‘40s to ‘60s.
1950s GEOMETRIC PRINT SUNDRESS
Located in New York, NY
I love the serpentine print on this vintage sundress; it feels simultaneously geometric and organic. It's crafted from a breathable cotton— perfect for every kind of weather. It's so...
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Size: Unmarked (Best Fits Size 4)
1950's Jay Original for Mel Warshaw Modernist Floral Cotton Sundress
By Jay Original
Located in Atlanta, GA
Imagine the glamour of 1950's Miami Beach. This Jay Original polished cotton sundress would have fit right in!
Vintage 1950s Polka-Dot Halter Sundress
Located in New York, NY
This iconic vintage 1950s halter sundress features a playful graphic polka dot print.
1950s/60s Tina Leser White Sundress with 3D Embroidery
By Tina Leser
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully cute and very unusual late 1950s/ early 1960s little summer dress by Tina Leser. This textured cotton dress features amazing three-dimensional reed and lilly embroidery...
1950s Suzie Perette Cotton Halter Sundress in Bold Graphic Print
Located in Gresham, OR
A super-cute 1950s Suzie Perette cotton halter sundress in a bold graphic print.
Alfred Shaheen 1950s Aquamarine Hawaiian Cotton Sundress With Novelty Fish Print
By Alfred Shaheen
Located in London, GB
This lovely 1950s Alfred Shaheen cotton sundress in aquamarine features some wonderful construction details and is an excellent example of this flamboyant fabric designer at his best.
1950s Alfred Shaheen Red Orange and Yellow Cotton Sundress W/ Tiki Print
By Alfred Shaheen
Located in Gresham, OR
A sweet and playful 1950s Alfred Shaheen red, orange and yellow tiki print cotton sundress with "V" front straps, elasticized bodice panels and full circle skirt!
1950s Kiilani - Honolulu Golden Cotton Sundress W/ Blue & Black Pineapple Print
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Kiilani - Honolulu golden cotton sundress with blue and black pineapple print throughout on a thatched roof background.
Alfred Shaheen 1950s Aquamarine Hawaiian Cotton Sundress With Novelty Fish Print
By Alfred Shaheen
Located in London, GB
This lovely 1950s Alfred Shaheen cotton sundress in aquamarine features some wonderful construction details and is an excellent example of this flamboyant fabric designer at his best.
1950s Waikiki Kasuals Pale Aqua Cotton Sundress W/ Angelfish & Sea Shell Print
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Waikiki Kasuals pale aqua cotton sundress with angelfish, sea shells and various sea fauna print.
Kamehameha Hawaiian Red / Turquoise Floral Cotton Dress With Halter Neck, 1950s
By Kamehameha
Located in London, GB
This rare and beautiful Kamehameha 1950s Hawaiian cotton sundress with halter neck strap is in super condition and is a wonderful example of this authentic, colourful ready to wear b...
1950s Waikiki Sports Red White & Black Cotton Sun Dress W/ Seahorse & Wave Print
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Waikiki Sports cotton sundress in red, white and black seahorse and wave print.
1950's Yellow-Roses Watercolor Floral-Print Cotton Fishtail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An amazing and highly stylized 1950's sundress dress by Abe Schrader. The silhouette is classic pin-up "femme fatale"; the skirt is deliciously lean but has a bombshell back fishtail...
1950's Rooster Green Cotton Halter Novelty-Print Full Sun Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:34-35 inches Waist:27 inches Hips:Free Sweep Total Length:44 inches This vintage 1950's sundress is in excellent condition with no rips,stains or holes.
1950's Italian Seashells Novelty Print Cotton Circle-Skirt Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:36-37 inches Waist:28 inches Hips:Free Sweep Total Length:47 inches This vintage 1950's sundress is in excellent condition with no rips,stains or holes.
1950's Ceil Chapman Pink Roses Floral Print Cotton Applique Circle-Skirt Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This is such a romantic and dramatic 1950's sundress from the iconic "Ceil Chapman" designer label.
Vintage 1950's Ceil Chapman Pink Carnations Floral Print Cotton Full-Skirt Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This is such a romantic and elegant 1950's sundress from the iconic Ceil Chapman designer label.
Vintage 1950's Blue Polka-Dot Cotton Pique Shelf-Bust Fishtail Wiggle Sun Dress
By Jay Original
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An amazing and highly stylized 1950's sundress by the Jay Original Miami designer label.
1950's White Pink Cotton-Pique Rhinestone Embroidered Floral Dress w/Bolero
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptional and breathtaking 1950's sundress ensemble by Miami Casuals. The fabric is a gorgeous textured white cotton-pique with floral embroidery in shades of pink and green.
1950's Suzy Perette Bubble-Gum Pink Ruched-Cotton Full Sundress
By Suzy Perette
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning "Suzy Perette" polished-cotton sculpted sundress in the prettiest bubble-gum pink color! Suzy Perette was not an actual person, but the name of a dress manufacturing company...
1950's Watercolor Beaded-Floral Print Cotton Larger Sun Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptional and breathtaking 1950's polished-cotton sundress by "Marcel of Miami" in a rare larger size.
1950's Vibrant Polynesian Tiki Novelty Print Marigold Cotton Shelf-Bust Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:35-36 inches Waist:27.5 inches Hips:Free Sweep Total Length:46 inches This 1950's Daryl designer sundress is in excellent condition with no rips, stains or holes.
1950's Hibiscus Tropical Floral Print Cotton Halter Circle-Skirt Sun Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:35-36 inches Waist:28 inches Hips:Free Sweep Total Length:46 inches This vintage 1950's designer sundress is in excellent condition with no rips,stains ...
1950's Embroidered Pink-Floral Print Quilted Rhinestone Cotton Full-Skirt Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptional and breathtaking 1950's floral cotton sundress by Miami Casuals! The print is an ethereal floral-garden in shades of pink, green, ivory and pale grey.
1950's Apricot Mexican Sequin Cotton Belted Circle-Skirt Dress & Bolero Jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:36 inches (2 inch seam allowance) Waist:28 inches (2 inch seam allowance) Hips:Free Sweep Total Length:46 inches This 1950's Mexican custom-made designer sundress ...
1950's Hawaiian Starfish Novelty-Print Yellow Cotton Halter Sarong Wiggle Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely exquisite 1950's "Diamond Head Sportswear" designer sundress for the woman who wants all eyes on her!
1950's Metallic Rose-Garden Floral Print Beaded Sequin Cotton Full-Skirt Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:36-37 inches Waist:28 inches Hips:Free Sweep Total Length:45 inches This 1950's Kramer Original designer sundress is in excellent condition with no rips,...
Vintage 1950's Beaded Marigold & Red Floral Print Cotton Shelf-Bust Full Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust: 32-33 inches Waist: 26 inches Hips:Free Sweep Total Length:46 inches This 1950's Aywon Original designer sundress is in excellent condition with no rips, stains o...
1950's Mr. Mort Watercolor Pink-Roses Linen Cotton Floral Wiggle Black Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking 1950's "Mr. Mort" designer sundress fashioned from black cotton-linen.
1950's Noel of Hawaii Metallic-Gold & Cobalt-Blue Scalloped Cotton Sun Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely exquisite 1950's "Noel of Hawaii" designer sundress ensemble just in time for the summer season!
1950's Ruby-Red Cotton & Ivory Lace Shelf-Bust Halter Skirted Cocktail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An amazing and highly stylized 1950's cocktail sundress by the Lou-Ette California designer label.
1950's Pat Premo White Lace & Green Cotton Illusion Full Circle-Skirt Sun Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In this gorgeous 1950's Pat Premo designer sundress, the unique detailed construction and meticulous attention to detail are comparable to what you will find in modern couture.
Lilli Diamond Green and Silver Shelf-Bust Halter Applique Peplum Dress, 1950s
By Lilli Diamond
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An amazing and highly stylized 1950's cocktail sundress by Lilli Diamond. The silhouette is classic pin-up "femme fatale"; the skirt is deliciously lean!
Blue Daisies Floral Print Cotton Sweetheart Halter Full Skirt Sun Dress, 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In this gorgeous 1950's Herman Original Florida designer sundress, the unique detailed construction and meticulous attention to detail are comparable to what you will find in modern ...
1950's Lilli Diamond Yellow-Roses Floral Textured Cotton Halter Back-Bow Dress
By Lilli Diamond
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An amazing and highly stylized 1950's sundress by Lilli Diamond. With its gorgeous marigold-yellow roses floral print and flawless styling, this garment has the casual elegance the 1...
Tina Leser Early 1950's Vintage Dress Jacket 2 Pc Outfit Rare Foreman Label
By Tina Leser
Located in Portland, OR
This outfit includes a very pretty vintage sleeveless 1950's sundress and a short jacket in a brown and green plaid cotton with floral eyelet on skirt of dress and sleeves of the jac...
1950's Peggy Hunt Magenta Roses Floral Pleated Cotton Off-Shoulder Wiggle Dress
By Peggy Hunt
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An amazing and highly stylized 1950's sundress by the famous American designer Peggy Hunt.
1950's Watercolor Red-Roses Floral Pleated Cotton Applique Full-Skirt Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:36-37 inches Waist:29 inches Hips:Free Sweep Total Length:45 inches This 1950's watercolor red-roses sundress is in excellent condition with no rips,stai...
1950's Sailor Nautical-Novelty Print Cotton Belted Pin-Up Rockabilly Sun Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:33-34 inches Waist:26 inches Hips:Free Sweep Total Length:44 inches This vintage 1950's novelty sundress is in excellent condition with no rips,stains o...
1950's Julie Miller Orange & Yellow Roses Floral Print Cotton Full-Skirt Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:35-36 inches Waist:28 inches Hips:Free Sweep Total Length:46 inches This 1950's Julie Miller designer sundress is in excellent condition with no rips,sta...
1950's Hoaloha Hawaiian Ruby-Red Tropical Floral Print Cotton Halter Wiggle Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely exquisite 1950's "Hoaloha" designer sundress just in time for the summer season!
1970s Ronald Kolodzie Navy Blue Orange Green Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
By Ronald Kolodzie
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s RONALD KOLODZIE navy blue, orange and green long sleeve jersey maxi dress! Features a tropical Hawaiian print in vibrant colors of neon orange, green, peach and light p...
$500
Size: size 4; comparable to size small
Vera Wang Blush Neoclassical Delphos Column Gown with Trailing Ties – S, 2008
By Vera Wang
Located in Tucson, AZ
A gown so Neoclassical it looks as if it came right off a Greek statue, with floating sash ties that permit endless styling variations. Neither pink nor peach, this gown is a flatter...
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 Beige Metallic Tweed Tie Neck Blazer & Skirt 2pc Suit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 "Pantheon As Lecum" tweed skirt suit. As seen on the runway; look #3. Beige with copper and navy metallic basket weave wool blend fabric. Beautiful asymmet...
2011 Vivienne Westwood blue taffeta off shoulder gown
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Austin, TX
Vivienne Westwood blue taffeta gown gold label off the shoulder, fishtail train fitted waist Condition: fair, water damage at hem, see video. Bust 34" , Waist 25" , Hips 39", Lengt...
Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top would be an exciting addition to any wardrobe, especially for someone who enjoys pieces that combine boldness, sophistication, and art...
$1,780Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
By Jean Patou
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...
$5,715
Size: FR 38 - IT 42 - UK 10 - US 6
Dolce & Gabbana black silk spandex and leather lace up dress, ss 2003
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana; black silk spandex figure hugging evening dress. - Lambskin leather grommet trim - Open on both sides with lace up fastenings - Invisible side zip closure ...
$1,195
Size: Small - Medium
1970s Vintage Yellow Cotton Voile + Lace Off - Shoulder Peasant Boho Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Breathtakingly beautiful 70s pale yellow soft cotton voile and lace maxi dress! Features an incredible amount of craftsmanship, with heavy attention to detail. Gives off just the rig...
Rare Chanel 1983 Sz 44 10 Bubblegum Pink Boucle Vintage 80s Jacket Skirt Suit
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
It doesn’t get any better than this ! Super rare vintage Chanel spring 1983 bubblegum Barbie pink skirt suit ! Tailored jacket features a lighter pink braid trim down the front cent...
Amazing 1950s Canary Yellow Silk Vintage Cut - Out 50s Bombshell Wiggle Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect yellow dress for spring and summer! This fine mid century gem features cut-outs above the bust, and at hem. Cut-outs feature a sheer layer of yellow silk underneath. High...
$8,750
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in Dm 2.63 in
Rare Elsa Schiaparelli Documented Surrealist Lady Bug Cuff Bracelet
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Schiaparelli surrealist lady bug cuff bracelet. Of gilt plate metal the bombayed hinged cuffs inset with red, orange molded pate de verre glass lady bugs, partially painted in b...
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Ivory Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Dress Gown Versace sleeveless gown featuring plunging neckline, beaded embellishments throughout, slit at high-low hem and concealed zip clo...
Schiaparelli Hot Pink Silk Dress & Coat Set Ensemble
By Schiaparelli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A new Schiaparelli ensemble inspired by Schiaparelli's prediliction for the shade of hot pink. Silk tent dress with matching long sleeve coat. Dress has concealed zip closure at b...
$1,950
Size: none; comparable to size S
Jacques Cassia Haute Couture Taupe Brocade Corolle Tulip Skirt Dress - S, 1960s
By Jacques Cassia
Located in Tucson, AZ
Though his work has only recently begun to be appreciated, Lebanese designer Jacques Cassia was a familiar face among the jet-setting haute monde in the 1960s and 70s. This dress fro...
Christian Lacroix Runway 2-in-1 Detachable Pouf Petal Dress Gown
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 2000 Christian Lacroix black and petal pink strapless asymmetrical gown. Features detachable double tier skirts which can be worn as a ballgown or a short party pouf. Two dress...
Jean-Louis Scherrer Wool Day Dress
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Geneva, CH
Inject some bright color into Winter with this early (c. 1965) Jean-Louis Scherrer neon coral pink dress. Recognizable 60's cut - A-line silhouette with stitching details. Inside poc...
Luxurious and versatile, designer day dresses are as well suited to tea at an upscale hotel as they are to your next garden or rooftop party.
Today’s featherlight unisex day dresses — as well as the vibrant vintage day dresses of the 1950s and ’60s — look quite different from the heavy, fabric-rich de rigueur garments of the Victorian era. In the late 19th century, a woman of a certain standing might have multiple dresses to wear throughout the day: specifically, one or two for the daytime and one for the evening. For example, a long-sleeve silk dress with a prominently flared back and a round collar of gold beaded lace that hugs the neck would be suitable for stepping out during the day, while a velvet gown trimmed in silk embroidery but overall comparatively informal in appearance would be worn for afternoon tea at home. At night, a silk velvet evening dress could feature natural world motifs such as butterflies (a characteristic of Art Nouveau design) and have short sleeves adorned with lace and ruffles and a scooped neckline — the perfect attire for the theater.
During the 1920s, after all the chores were done, a woman would change from her housework clothing into a more fashionable day dress to run her errands or socialize. Some 1920s day dresses were brightly colored and featured bold patterns — a cotton dress with a dazzling floral print, perhaps, or, in the case of the more venturesome Art Deco apparel sold in high-end couture fashion boutiques of the era, semi-sheer silk garments embellished with three-dimensional beadwork or rich metallic gold lamé.
Today, a closet full of casual vintage day dresses is a must-have. Whether you opt for black, crimson or beige, day dresses bring an element of glamour to your next appointment, and in the summer, who doesn’t love a wonderfully simple, lightweight day dress cut in cotton and linen?
Because different fashion designers of every decade have offered their own take on the widely loved day dress, you’ll be able to find a variety of vintage and designer day dresses on 1stDibs. Search by creator to find enduring designs by the likes of Emilio Pucci, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior, or browse by period to uncover a scintillating collection of cotton and satin patterned dresses of the 1950s and ’60s.
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