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1950s Taffeta Dress

1950's Original by Rudolf Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress
1950's Original by Rudolf Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress

1950's Original by Rudolf Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress

By Original by Rudolf

Located in Sharon, CT

1950's BallRoom Dress. Designer Max Cory Rudolf NYC Boutique. Tulle Slip attached to skirt. Bow in front below waist. Zipper in back. Appx USA 6

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Taffeta Embroidered Floral Black Cocktail Dress
1950s Taffeta Embroidered Floral Black Cocktail Dress

1950s Taffeta Embroidered Floral Black Cocktail Dress

Located in London, GB

This charming 1950s black taffeta embroidered party dress with cross over straps is gamine, feminine and in lovely vintage condition.

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1950s American Evening Dresses

1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress
1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress

1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress

By Peggy Hunt

Located in New York, NY

Some fading on the shoulder but otherwise in perfect shape. 1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress

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1950s American Day Dresses

1950s Blanes Black Taffeta Rose Applique Dress
1950s Blanes Black Taffeta Rose Applique Dress

1950s Blanes Black Taffeta Rose Applique Dress

Located in London, GB

This 1950s black taffeta ball dress by quality British brand Blanes, is perfect for a black or white tie event.

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1950s British Ball Gowns

1950s Floral Taffeta Silk French Couture New Look Style Dress
1950s Floral Taffeta Silk French Couture New Look Style Dress

1950s Floral Taffeta Silk French Couture New Look Style Dress

Located in London, GB

This stylish vintage couture 1950s silk taffeta coat dress with wide lapel and French cuff detail is smart, feminine and easily adaptable.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Full Circle Dress
1950s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Full Circle Dress

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Full Circle Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in London, GB

This is a brilliant example of Ceil Chapman's early work from the late 1940s to early 1950s and the black taffeta silk design is exquisite.

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1950s American Evening Dresses

1950s Traina-Norrell Yellow Taffeta Silk Rose Print Dress
1950s Traina-Norrell Yellow Taffeta Silk Rose Print Dress

1950s Traina-Norrell Yellow Taffeta Silk Rose Print Dress

By Traina-Norell

Located in London, GB

This is a really unusual couture made dress from Traina-Norrell that is almost certainly from the mid to late 1950s.

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1950s American Evening Dresses

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta and Ruched Silk Jersey Dress
1950s Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta and Ruched Silk Jersey Dress

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta and Ruched Silk Jersey Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in London, GB

This early 1950s Ceil Chapman taffeta and silk dress is a timeless and elegant party dress.

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1950s American Evening Dresses

1950s Demi-Couture Ballet Length Strapless Silk Taffeta & Chantilly Lace Dress
1950s Demi-Couture Ballet Length Strapless Silk Taffeta & Chantilly Lace Dress

1950s Demi-Couture Ballet Length Strapless Silk Taffeta & Chantilly Lace Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s Demi-Couture Ballet Length Strapless Silk Taffeta & Chantilly Lace Dress w Butter Yellow Silk Taffeta Front Lining; A delicate sequin-embellished overskirt is layered over a p...

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

1950s Howard Greer Floral Silk Taffeta Strapless Trumpet-Skirt Cocktail Dress
1950s Howard Greer Floral Silk Taffeta Strapless Trumpet-Skirt Cocktail Dress

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 features a pleated inset of pointe d'esprit décolletage and a structured scooped a...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black Jersey & Taffeta Dress w Fringed Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt
1950s Black Jersey & Taffeta Dress w Fringed Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt

1950s Black Jersey & Taffeta Dress w Fringed Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s Black Silk Jersey & Silk Taffeta Dress w Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt: A lovely silhouette-a body-skimming silk jersey bodice with a fringed peplum that ties at hip.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Suzy Perette Red Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress w Full Draped Skirt
1950s Suzy Perette Red Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress w Full Draped Skirt

1950s Suzy Perette Red Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress w Full Draped Skirt

By Suzy Perette

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s Suzy Perette Red Silk Cocktail Dress w Full Skirt & Artful Draping: This stunning iconic 50s style dress has a chic apron-like décolletage with boned bodice and crinolines for ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s Salmon Pink Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress New Look US 4 UK 8
Vintage 1950s Salmon Pink Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress New Look US 4 UK 8

Vintage 1950s Salmon Pink Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress New Look US 4 UK 8

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the most eye-catching shades of salmon, in a sultry silk taffeta, this original 1950's cocktail dress is sure to be a favourite within your vintage collection.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Demi Couture Gunmetal Silver Grey Silk Taffeta Vintage Dress and Purse Bag
1950s Demi Couture Gunmetal Silver Grey Silk Taffeta Vintage Dress and Purse Bag

1950s Demi Couture Gunmetal Silver Grey Silk Taffeta Vintage Dress and Purse Bag

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 50s demi couture gunmetal / silver gray silk taffeta dress and handbag ensemble ! Features a beautiful gunmetal color with just the right amount of slight sheen. Flowers pr...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Exceptional 1950s Vintage Black Silk Taffeta Hi - Lo Dress w/ Rosettes and Lace
Exceptional 1950s Vintage Black Silk Taffeta Hi - Lo Dress w/ Rosettes and Lace

Exceptional 1950s Vintage Black Silk Taffeta Hi - Lo Dress w/ Rosettes and Lace

Located in San Diego, CA

Exceptional 50s vintage strapless silk taffeta architectural hi-lo asymmetrical dress! Features hand-sewn rosettes throughout the front and back. Black silk chiffon lace flower appli...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful 1950s Saks Fifth Avenue Beaded Blue Silk Taffeta Gown
Beautiful 1950s Saks Fifth Avenue Beaded Blue Silk Taffeta Gown

Beautiful 1950s Saks Fifth Avenue Beaded Blue Silk Taffeta Gown

By Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in San Diego, CA

Impeccable construction, with hand-finished details. Wonderful full taffeta skirt. A true statement dress, that is definitely a head turner!

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1950s Evening Gowns

Incredible Vintage Rose Taft 1950s Style Black + Brown Lace + Silk Taffeta Gown
Incredible Vintage Rose Taft 1950s Style Black + Brown Lace + Silk Taffeta Gown

Incredible Vintage Rose Taft 1950s Style Black + Brown Lace + Silk Taffeta Gown

By ROSE TAFT

Located in San Diego, CA

Insanely gorgeous vintage ROSE TAFT black and brown 1950s 50s style couture strapless gown! Features a full brown silk satin gown, with an attached black silk French lace overlay. Bl...

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Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

1950S PAULA WHITNEY Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Amazing Ruffled Poof Ball
1950S PAULA WHITNEY Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Amazing Ruffled Poof Ball

1950S PAULA WHITNEY Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Amazing Ruffled Poof Ball

Located in New York, NY

Very good condition, small area at neckline where there is breakage. 1950S PAULA WHITNEY Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Amazing Ruffled Poof Ball Skirt Cocktail Dress

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

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1950's black sequin and taffeta  tea length evening dress
1950's black sequin and taffeta  tea length evening dress

1950's black sequin and taffeta tea length evening dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

Featured is a black sequin and taffeta evening dress. It is sleeveless, with a black sequin shelf bust. It has a tea length taffeta skirt and a red tulle underskirt. Fully lined wi...

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1950s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Black Taffeta Rhinestone Cocktail Dress
1950s Black Taffeta Rhinestone Cocktail Dress

1950s Black Taffeta Rhinestone Cocktail Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black rayon crepe/taffeta * acetate lining * rhinestone/pearl studded * rhinestone belted waist * bow back * metal side zipper condition | few miss...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950's Two-Toned Turquoise Taffeta Strapless Gown
1950's Two-Toned Turquoise Taffeta Strapless Gown

1950's Two-Toned Turquoise Taffeta Strapless Gown

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an exquisite and alluring, 1950's vintage, two-toned turquoise, taffeta, strapless gown with a fitted bodice trimmed with a tulle ruffle, a gracefully draped skirt with ruchi...

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1950s Evening Gowns

Vintage 1950s Emma Domb Black Taffeta Dress
Vintage 1950s Emma Domb Black Taffeta Dress

Vintage 1950s Emma Domb Black Taffeta Dress

By Emma Domb

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950's dress * black taffeta * peylon lined skirt * shirred bodice * double spaghetti strap * bubble hem * bow accents * metal back zipper * by Emma Domb condi...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s Red Dot Taffeta Party Dress
Vintage 1950s Red Dot Taffeta Party Dress

Vintage 1950s Red Dot Taffeta Party Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * red dot print taffeta * tulle lining * back bow tie accent * metal side zipper condition | excellent fits like xs dress length 45" bodice 15" ...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s BLACK SILK TAFFETA & LACE COCKTAIL PARTY DRESS
1950s BLACK SILK TAFFETA & LACE COCKTAIL PARTY DRESS

1950s BLACK SILK TAFFETA & LACE COCKTAIL PARTY DRESS

Located in San Francisco, CA

Featured is a party dress from the early 1960s. Crisp black taffeta portrait collar with notched lapels. Piped waistline and decorative bow. Sheer lace overskirt bordered with taffet...

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1950s Evening Dresses

1950s TIZZONI Italian Couture Blue Taffeta Cocktail Dress
1950s TIZZONI Italian Couture Blue Taffeta Cocktail Dress

1950s TIZZONI Italian Couture Blue Taffeta Cocktail Dress

Located in Milan, Italy

This amazing 1950s cocktail dress is in a blue silk taffeta fabric.

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1950s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1950s Clifton Wilhite Black Silk Taffeta Dress
Vintage 1950s Clifton Wilhite Black Silk Taffeta Dress

Vintage 1950s Clifton Wilhite Black Silk Taffeta Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black silk taffeta * dramatic side peplums * bodice stays * gathered bodice * metal back zipper * by Clifton Wilhite condition | excellent fits ...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s Tee-ca Black Beaded Taffeta Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1950s Tee-ca Black Beaded Taffeta Cocktail Dress

Vintage 1950s Tee-ca Black Beaded Taffeta Cocktail Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950's dress * black taffeta * pellon lining * black floral print * rhinestone & beaded straps * optional straps * metal back zipper by Tee-ca condition | exce...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black and Fuchsia Floral Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress
1950s Black and Fuchsia Floral Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress

1950s Black and Fuchsia Floral Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fit and flare, 1950’s cocktail dress, made from black silk taffeta is woven with bold, fuchsia flowers.

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s Iridescent Gunmetal Silk-Taffeta Beaded Rhinestone Hourglass Dress
Vintage 1950s Iridescent Gunmetal Silk-Taffeta Beaded Rhinestone Hourglass Dress

Vintage 1950s Iridescent Gunmetal Silk-Taffeta Beaded Rhinestone Hourglass Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Stunning 1950's gunmetal silver bombshell custom cocktail dress from the Old Hollywood era of glamour! The bodice is an alluring low plunge shelf-bust bow that falls into a heavily-s...

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1950s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1950s Black Taffeta and Lace Tiered Party Dress with Bows
1950s Black Taffeta and Lace Tiered Party Dress with Bows

1950s Black Taffeta and Lace Tiered Party Dress with Bows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Black silk taffeta. Fit-n-flare silhouette. Lace trim. Ruched bodice. Full petticoat. Built-in zipper corset. Bow detail. Zipper back. Excellent condition. Bust: 32" Waist: 24" ...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Rare LARRY ALDRICH COUTURE 1950s Silk Taffeta Bow & Button Cocktail Dress
Rare LARRY ALDRICH COUTURE 1950s Silk Taffeta Bow & Button Cocktail Dress

Rare LARRY ALDRICH COUTURE 1950s Silk Taffeta Bow & Button Cocktail Dress

Located in Asheville, NC

Larry Aldrich, 1950's Era Vintage Couture, Silk Taffeta, V Neck Front Wrap Style with Bow, Two Front Pockets, Nine Fabric Back Buttons, Built-in Moderate Crinoline with Hook and Eye ...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Gorgeous Silk Taffeta w Hand Made Flowers (rare) Black Party Dress
1950s Gorgeous Silk Taffeta w Hand Made Flowers (rare) Black Party Dress

1950s Gorgeous Silk Taffeta w Hand Made Flowers (rare) Black Party Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

Gorgeous 1950s silk taffeta dress, button/zipper front. The low waist and hip trimmed in gorgeous hand made taffeta flowers.

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Suzy Perette Metallic Halter Dress
Vintage 1950's Suzy Perette Metallic Halter Dress

Vintage 1950's Suzy Perette Metallic Halter Dress

By Suzy Perette

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black taffeta * metallic floral stitching * halter neck * boning in bodice * full skirt * metal back zipper * by Suzy Perette condition | excellen...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s Jane Andre Dress and Jacket
Vintage 1950s Jane Andre Dress and Jacket

Vintage 1950s Jane Andre Dress and Jacket

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s 2 pc dress * black taffeta * muslin lining * tulle lined hem * corrugated pleating * metal back zipper * by Jane Andre California condition | excellent ...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950’s Black Taffeta Bubble Cocktail Dress
1950’s Black Taffeta Bubble Cocktail Dress

1950’s Black Taffeta Bubble Cocktail Dress

Located in London, GB

Beautiful black organza dress with white guipure lace underlay in the skirt and pretty sweetheart neckline. The midi length bubble skirt is box pleated at the front to reveal the l...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950's Burgundy Silk Taffeta Evening Dress Custom Made
1950's Burgundy Silk Taffeta Evening Dress Custom Made

1950's Burgundy Silk Taffeta Evening Dress Custom Made

Located in New Hope, PA

A stunning floral print of bouquets as well as scattered single blossoms in shades of pink, red and lavender pops against the deep burgundy changeable silk background. The dress has ...

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1950s American Evening Dresses

Marie Louise Bruyere Couture Taffeta Cocktail Dress C. 1950's
Marie Louise Bruyere Couture Taffeta Cocktail Dress C. 1950's

Marie Louise Bruyere Couture Taffeta Cocktail Dress C. 1950's

Located in New York, NY

Marie Louise Bruyere, black taffeta, cocktail dress c. 1950's. Dress is fitted at the waist with a full sculpted skirt.

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

1950s Ricci Michaels Maroon Taffeta Strapless Dress
1950s Ricci Michaels Maroon Taffeta Strapless Dress

1950s Ricci Michaels Maroon Taffeta Strapless Dress

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous 1950’s number in a lovely dark maroon taffeta. It has a full skirt and an asymmetrical ruched bodice which finishes low on the hips - a fabulous and fun party dre...

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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Jacques Heim Actualité Taffeta Cocktail Dress
1950s Jacques Heim Actualité Taffeta Cocktail Dress

1950s Jacques Heim Actualité Taffeta Cocktail Dress

By Jacques Heim

Located in New York, NY

This strapless black silk cocktail dress from Heim Actualité is of a classic early-1950s style, with all the detail and precision associated with the popular demi-couture house.

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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Very Interesting 1950s Draped Taffeta Dress
Very Interesting 1950s Draped Taffeta Dress

Very Interesting 1950s Draped Taffeta Dress

Located in New York, NY

This dress is Very well made and finely detailed from richly bodies silk. This is an avant-garde reinvention of the classic 'Little Black Dress.' Its bottom layer, revealed at the bu...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black Taffeta Vintage Dress with Lace Overlay
1950s Black Taffeta Vintage Dress with Lace Overlay

1950s Black Taffeta Vintage Dress with Lace Overlay

Located in London, GB

Lovely and classic 1950s black sleeveless party dress with full skirt pleated at the waist and original matching belt. There is a pretty scallop edge lace overlay on the bodice, whi...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Cahill of Beverly Hills Taffeta and Lace Wedding Dress
1950s Cahill of Beverly Hills Taffeta and Lace Wedding Dress

1950s Cahill of Beverly Hills Taffeta and Lace Wedding Dress

Located in London, GB

This is an extraordinary vintage wedding dress from the late 1950s to early 1960s, from one of the best-known names in Beverly Hills that dressed the very wealthy. It really was the ...

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1950s American Wedding Dresses

1950S REBA MILLER Silk & Rayon Satin Taffeta Fit Flare Cocktail Dress With Hand
1950S REBA MILLER Silk & Rayon Satin Taffeta Fit Flare Cocktail Dress With Hand

1950S REBA MILLER Silk & Rayon Satin Taffeta Fit Flare Cocktail Dress With Hand

Located in New York, NY

Or style it with a period correct little bolero jacket. Freshly cleaned. 1950S REBA MILLER Silk & Rayon Satin Taffeta Fit Flare Cocktail Dress With Hand Shirred Chiffon At The Waist

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Suzy Perette Velvet and Taffeta Cocktail Dress w/ "Bib" Front
1950s Suzy Perette Velvet and Taffeta Cocktail Dress w/ "Bib" Front

1950s Suzy Perette Velvet and Taffeta Cocktail Dress w/ "Bib" Front

By Suzy Perette

Located in Gresham, OR

A super-cute 1950 Suzy Perette "Bib" front cocktail dress: full skirt and fitted bodice in velvet and taffeta. Built in crinoline. Two-piece "swallowtail" effect.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

James Galanos 50s Butterfly Print Silk Taffeta Wrap Construction
James Galanos 50s Butterfly Print Silk Taffeta Wrap Construction

James Galanos 50s Butterfly Print Silk Taffeta Wrap Construction

By James Galanos

Located in Gresham, OR

James Galanos 1950s butterfly print silk taffeta cocktail dress with wrap construction and front closure, box pleated skirt with built in underpinnings.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Vintage Blue Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress
1950s Vintage Blue Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress

1950s Vintage Blue Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning blue taffeta party dress from the 1950s featuring a unique asymmetric strapless cut with rhinestone embellishments.

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1950s American Day Dresses

Mignon 1950's Silk Taffeta and Lace Cocktail Dress
Mignon 1950's Silk Taffeta and Lace Cocktail Dress

Mignon 1950's Silk Taffeta and Lace Cocktail Dress

By Mignon

Located in New York, NY

Mignon Silk Taffeta and Lace Cocktail Dress from the 1950's. Silk taffeta is tucked through the waist which opens into a full bouffant bubble skirt supported inside with tulle.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Vintage Velvet + Taffeta Full Sweep Cocktail Dress
1950s Vintage Velvet + Taffeta Full Sweep Cocktail Dress

1950s Vintage Velvet + Taffeta Full Sweep Cocktail Dress

By MADEMOISELLE

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous vintage 1950s party dress in black taffeta and velvet. Full sweep and flared skirt.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950's Watered Silk Taffeta Couture Floral Print Skirt & Top Ensemble
1950's Watered Silk Taffeta Couture Floral Print Skirt & Top Ensemble

1950's Watered Silk Taffeta Couture Floral Print Skirt & Top Ensemble

Located in Studio City, CA

1950's watered silk taffeta blue and purple on creme floral print couture fitted top and bustle skirt ensemble. Skirt closes with a beautiful bow, skirt front is slightly shorter tha...

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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Suzy Perette Emerald Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress w/ Peplum
1950s Suzy Perette Emerald Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress w/ Peplum

1950s Suzy Perette Emerald Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress w/ Peplum

By Suzy Perette

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s gorgeous Suzy Perette emerald green silk taffeta cocktail dress: Stiffened "Criss-Cross" structured peplum construction with sheath underneath.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Suzy Perette Apricot Silk Taffeta Bubble Hem Cocktail Dress
1950s Suzy Perette Apricot Silk Taffeta Bubble Hem Cocktail Dress

1950s Suzy Perette Apricot Silk Taffeta Bubble Hem Cocktail Dress

By Suzy Perette

Located in Gresham, OR

A gorgeous, stunning 1950s Suzy Perette apricot silk taffeta bubble hem cocktail dress with scoop neckline, original integral crinoline, 3/4 length sleeves.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Vintage Red Taffeta Full Sweep Party Dress with Bubble Hem
1950s Vintage Red Taffeta Full Sweep Party Dress with Bubble Hem

1950s Vintage Red Taffeta Full Sweep Party Dress with Bubble Hem

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage red taffeta strapless party dress with a full sweep, bubble hem and bow detail. Built in tulle crinoline. Details: Fully Lined Side Metal Zip and Hook Closure...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Fred Perlberg 1950s Black Taffeta Scoop Bodice Quilted Full Skirt Evening Dress
Fred Perlberg 1950s Black Taffeta Scoop Bodice Quilted Full Skirt Evening Dress

Fred Perlberg 1950s Black Taffeta Scoop Bodice Quilted Full Skirt Evening Dress

By Fred Perlberg, Fred Perlberg Originals

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Fred Perlberg Dance Originals 1950s black taffeta scoop bodice quilted full circle skirt cocktail dress.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Stunning 1950s Hattie Carnegie Pink + Black Silk Taffeta Vintage Sweetheart Gown
Stunning 1950s Hattie Carnegie Pink + Black Silk Taffeta Vintage Sweetheart Gown

Stunning 1950s Hattie Carnegie Pink + Black Silk Taffeta Vintage Sweetheart Gown

By Hattie Carnegie

Located in San Diego, CA

Now, here is a chance to own a piece of fashion history! Drop dead gorgeous 1950s Hattie Carnegie silk taffeta gown! Black and vibrant pink stripes on skirt. Black bodice, with match...

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1950s American Evening Gowns

Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta With Gold Detail Shawl Halter Neck Gown 1950s
Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta With Gold Detail Shawl Halter Neck Gown 1950s

Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta With Gold Detail Shawl Halter Neck Gown 1950s

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a gorgeous and collectible vintage Ceil Chapman evening gown. It is made of a black taffeta with gold swirls woven into the fabric. It has a very unusual shawl "collar" piece...

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1950s American Evening Gowns

1950s Oleg Cassini Tri Colored Silk Taffeta Evening Gown W/ Red Sash Bodice
1950s Oleg Cassini Tri Colored Silk Taffeta Evening Gown W/ Red Sash Bodice

1950s Oleg Cassini Tri Colored Silk Taffeta Evening Gown W/ Red Sash Bodice

By Oleg Cassini

Located in Gresham, OR

An elegant 1950s evening gown by Oleg Cassini features cream silk embroidered floral motif silk taffeta fabric with a red silk sash at the bodice and black silk satin backside. This...

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1950s American Ball Gowns

Ceil Chapman Matador Style Black Silk Dress, 1940s
Ceil Chapman Matador Style Black Silk Dress, 1940s

Ceil Chapman Matador Style Black Silk Dress, 1940s

By Ceil Chapman

Located in London, GB

This late 1940s or early 1950s black taffeta silk dress is by internationally acclaimed American designer Ceil Chapman and of complex construction.

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1940s American Evening Dresses

1950s Christian Dior - New York -sale
1950s Christian Dior - New York -sale

1950s Christian Dior - New York -sale

By Christian Dior

Located in Austin, TX

1950s Christian Dior blue taffeta dress with separate crinoline skirt.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Herbert Sondheim Silk Taffeta Dress
Vintage 1950's Herbert Sondheim Silk Taffeta Dress

Vintage 1950's Herbert Sondheim Silk Taffeta Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

vintage 1950's dress * black silk taffeta * acetate lining * sculptured neckline * a-line skirt * back zipper * by Herbert Sondheim condition | excellent fits like size...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950's Black Silk-Chiffon & Taffeta Heavily-Ruched Party Dress
1950's Black Silk-Chiffon & Taffeta Heavily-Ruched Party Dress

1950's Black Silk-Chiffon & Taffeta Heavily-Ruched Party Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is perhaps the most unique and flattering "little black dress" I have ever seen. Fashioned from silk-chiffon & taffeta, this creation has everything a woman wants. The bodice is...

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1950s Aesthetic Day Dresses

1950s Red Taffeta Party Dress
1950s Red Taffeta Party Dress

1950s Red Taffeta Party Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Red taffeta party dress featuring a ruffled and paneled bubble hem.

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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Vintage 1950s black raw silk cocktail dress with origami flower detail at the waist. Classic 1950s hourglass silhouette! Details: Partially Lined Metal Back Zip with Hook Estimate...

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A stunning black silk dress from Mignon Paris. It is sleeveless with a draped portrait collar, fitted waist and a full skirt- a feat of draping and ruching. The dress has a back pai...

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Vintage 1950s Frank Starr Black Silk Cocktail Dress Lace Bodice Full Skirt

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By Frank Starr

Located in San Diego, CA

Approximately Size Medium 📏 Measurements: Bust: 38 inches Waist: 29–30 inches Hips: 62 inches Length (top back shoulder to hem): 42 inches An elegant late 1950s cocktail dress by F...

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Located in Sparks, NV

Simple but chic little black party dress from the 1950's. This dress features a jersey knit ruched bodice, drop waist, sweetheart bustline, 3/4 length sleeves and full flared skirt. ...

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Located in Studio City, CA

A 1981 Madame Gres haute couture dark scarlet silk taffeta skirt and blouse ensemble with matching high-heeled shoes size 6 1/2. Features the iconic Mme Gres gathered/balloon sleeve,...

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Located in London, GB

A pretty vintage cocktail dress by Cresta Couture . The dress is in a pistachio green colour and has a round neckline, full skirt with bow detail, central back zip and layers of pett...

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1950s Taffeta Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary 1950s taffeta dress for your needs in our varied inventory. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Blue, Red and more. If you’re looking for a 1950s taffeta 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 Christian Dior 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 Taffeta Dress?

The price for a 1950s taffeta dress starts at $235 and tops out at $7,500, and on average, selling for $700.

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.

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