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1950s Wool Dress

1950's Christian Dior London Demi Couture Black Wool Dress
1950's Christian Dior London Demi Couture Black Wool Dress

1950's Christian Dior London Demi Couture Black Wool Dress

By Christian Dior Haute Couture

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1950's Christian Dior London Demi Couture black wool dress in pristine condition.

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1950s British Cocktail Dresses

SNYDER 1950's Blue Wool Knit Iridescent Cocktail Dress Size 4 6
SNYDER 1950's Blue Wool Knit Iridescent Cocktail Dress Size 4 6

SNYDER 1950's Blue Wool Knit Iridescent Cocktail Dress Size 4 6

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This dress is composed of a blue knit wool with iridescent accents. Features pearl accents and a belt. In excellent vintage condition. **Please cross-reference measurements for pe...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Mottled Grey Wool Dress with Pleated Drop Waist Skirt
1950s Mottled Grey Wool Dress with Pleated Drop Waist Skirt

1950s Mottled Grey Wool Dress with Pleated Drop Waist Skirt

Located in London, GB

This very early 1950s dress is by an unknown designer but very much has the Dior New Look about it.

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1950s American Day Dresses

1950s Grey Wool Dolman Sleeve Dress with Elaborate Beadwork
1950s Grey Wool Dolman Sleeve Dress with Elaborate Beadwork

1950s Grey Wool Dolman Sleeve Dress with Elaborate Beadwork

Located in London, GB

This grey wool dress dates from the very early 1950s has a lovely structured feel to it, and incredible beaded detail.

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1950s British Formal Wear

1950s Wool and Satin Applique-Work Shift Dress
1950s Wool and Satin Applique-Work Shift Dress

1950s Wool and Satin Applique-Work Shift Dress

Located in London, GB

This is a really good example of 1950s knitted formal wear with an elaborate applique floral spray pattern that features on the bodice and the lower hem of the skirt. It is a classic...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Ivory 1950's Zephyr Chenille Wool Stretch Knit Dress and Sweater Ensemble Size 4
Ivory 1950's Zephyr Chenille Wool Stretch Knit Dress and Sweater Ensemble Size 4

Ivory 1950's Zephyr Chenille Wool Stretch Knit Dress and Sweater Ensemble Size 4

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This ensemble is composed of an ivory stretch Zephyr wool . The sweater features center front button closures. Comes with belt. In excellent vintage condition. **Please cross-refe...

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1950s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

Vintage 1950's Iridescent Peach Stretch Wool Knit Gown Size 4-8
Vintage 1950's Iridescent Peach Stretch Wool Knit Gown Size 4-8

Vintage 1950's Iridescent Peach Stretch Wool Knit Gown Size 4-8

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage gown is composed of a sequin stretch wool knit in a mauve hue with iridescent and peach sequins. Features beaded fringe and detachable mesh side accent. There is a zipp...

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1950s Hong Kong Evening Gowns

Incredible 1950s Vintage Black Sequin Beaded Wool 50s Wiggle Evening Dress Gown
Incredible 1950s Vintage Black Sequin Beaded Wool 50s Wiggle Evening Dress Gown

Incredible 1950s Vintage Black Sequin Beaded Wool 50s Wiggle Evening Dress Gown

By Boutique by Miss Ruth, Miss Ruth

Located in San Diego, CA

Breathtaking 1950s black wool knit couture fully sequined and paillete full length evening wiggle dress!

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1950s Hong Kong Evening Gowns

John Galliano Spring /summer 1995 "Pin up" Scissors Suit Dress
John Galliano Spring /summer 1995 "Pin up" Scissors Suit Dress

John Galliano Spring /summer 1995 "Pin up" Scissors Suit Dress

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

There was speculation that bringing it back for this collection in 1995 was a hint that he planned to take the helm as Dior as the shape was originally inspired by a 1950s Dior dress...

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1990s French Evening Dresses

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1950's HATTIE CARNEGIE Black wool cashmere dress
1950's HATTIE CARNEGIE Black wool cashmere dress

1950's HATTIE CARNEGIE Black wool cashmere dress

By Hattie Carnegie

Located in Newport Beach, CA

1950's HATTIE CARNEGIE Black wool & cashmere dress.

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1950s American Day Dresses

1950s/1960s Black Wool Dress
1950s/1960s Black Wool Dress

1950s/1960s Black Wool Dress

By Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in San Francisco, CA

Late 1950s to early 1960s black wool pegged silhouette dress with a fitted bodice, completely gathered skirt, hidden double pockets, full lining, and contrasting applied shoulders ab...

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1950s Day Dresses

Rare 1950's Pierre Cardin Wool & Ermine Fur Dress
Rare 1950's Pierre Cardin Wool & Ermine Fur Dress

Rare 1950's Pierre Cardin Wool & Ermine Fur Dress

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

Bustown Modern is so pleased to offer this exceedingly rare 1950's Pierre Cardin dress. 1950s Cardin is nearly impossible to find!

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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Mr. Blackwell Black Wool Dress
1950s Mr. Blackwell Black Wool Dress

1950s Mr. Blackwell Black Wool Dress

By Mr. Blackwell

Located in Houston, TX

Stunning 1950’s Mr. Blackwell Design can be worn as a formal evening dress or cocktail dress.

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Wool Dress, 1950s
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Wool Dress, 1950s

Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Wool Dress, 1950s

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Toronto, ON

Vintage Pierre Balmain haute couture dress circa early 1950's. Black unlined wool trimmed with finely ribbed silk satin.

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1950s French Court Gowns

1950s Black Wool Beaded Evening Dress Size 6 / 8.
1950s Black Wool Beaded Evening Dress Size 6 / 8.

1950s Black Wool Beaded Evening Dress Size 6 / 8.

Located in Atlanta, GA

Unknown 1950s black wool beaded evening dress with belt tie will fit a size 6 / 8.

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1950s Unknown Evening Dresses

Vintage Black Wool Skater Dress
Vintage Black Wool Skater Dress

Vintage Black Wool Skater Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black cotton wool blend * mohair trim at sleeves * white floral embroidery * detachable belt * metal zip sleeves * metal back zipper * by R+Jay Jrs. ...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Imperial Aqua Blue Sequin and Beaded Knit Dress
1950s Imperial Aqua Blue Sequin and Beaded Knit Dress

1950s Imperial Aqua Blue Sequin and Beaded Knit Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s "Imperial" Aqua blue knit wool dress featuring iridescent beading and sequin configured in an abstract floral pattern throughout the entire dress.

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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Japanese 1950 Shirtwaist Style Dress with Metallic Pinstripes
Japanese 1950 Shirtwaist Style Dress with Metallic Pinstripes

Japanese 1950 Shirtwaist Style Dress with Metallic Pinstripes

Located in Gresham, OR

A wonderfully tailored 1950s wool dress from Okazaki in Tokyo in a shirtwaist style with subtle metallic silver pinstripes running horizontally

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1950s Japanese Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's cream wool wiggle dress original 1950s fitted dress UK 8 US 4
Vintage 1950's cream wool wiggle dress original 1950s fitted dress UK 8 US 4

Vintage 1950's cream wool wiggle dress original 1950s fitted dress UK 8 US 4

By Carlye

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in a classic silhouette, this original 1950's cream wool dress, with delicate pleated details, is just the piece for your timeless collection.

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Clans of Scotland Wool Plaid Vest & Kilt Dress, 1950's
Clans of Scotland Wool Plaid Vest & Kilt Dress, 1950's

Clans of Scotland Wool Plaid Vest & Kilt Dress, 1950's

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Clans of Scotland Wool Plaid Vest & Kilt Dress, 1950's

Located in Atlanta, GA

Get your tartan fix with this 1950's Clans of Scotland two piece vest and skirt in a wool plaid with shades of brown, teal green, red and white. The slim fitting vest buttons at the...

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1950s Canadian Casual Dresses

1950's Christian Dior Black Wool Short Sleeve Dress with Tie
1950's Christian Dior Black Wool Short Sleeve Dress with Tie

1950's Christian Dior Black Wool Short Sleeve Dress with Tie

By Christian Dior

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Fabulous black Christian Dior pre-1957 fine wool dress with a wide square neckline and fringed tie detail at low waist.

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

School Girl Style 1950's Charcoal Gray Wool Dress With Angora Details
School Girl Style 1950's Charcoal Gray Wool Dress With Angora Details

School Girl Style 1950's Charcoal Gray Wool Dress With Angora Details

Located in Atlanta, GA

This charcoal gray wool dress conjures up images of fur ear muffs and ice skates. It zips and hooks at the back with a coordinating skinny belt and faux breast pockets. The raglan ...

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1950s Unknown Princess Cut Dresses

1950s Claire McCardell Brown Plaid Wool Day Dress
1950s Claire McCardell Brown Plaid Wool Day Dress

1950s Claire McCardell Brown Plaid Wool Day Dress

By Claire McCardell

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Impeccably tailored 1950's Claire McCardell day dress. Brown wool with a chocolate brown and grey argyle and plaid throughout.

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1950s American Casual Dresses

1950s Black Wool Square-Neck Wiggle Dress by Mr. Mort
1950s Black Wool Square-Neck Wiggle Dress by Mr. Mort

1950s Black Wool Square-Neck Wiggle Dress by Mr. Mort

Located in New York, NY

This vintage little black wiggle dress is so timeless, and SO flattering! It was made in the late 1950s (or early 1960s) by New York label Mr.

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1950s American Sheath Dresses

Norman Norell Oatmeal Vintage Wool Dress w/ Cream Buttons, 1950s
Norman Norell Oatmeal Vintage Wool Dress w/ Cream Buttons, 1950s

Norman Norell Oatmeal Vintage Wool Dress w/ Cream Buttons, 1950s

By Norman Norell

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a very charming vintage day dress from Norman Norell. It has a fitted bodice and pleated dirndle skirt, with a peter pan collar. There are 15 cream colored buttons down the f...

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1950s American Informal Dresses

Exquisite 1950s Anne Fogarthy Black Wool Dress (S)
Exquisite 1950s Anne Fogarthy Black Wool Dress (S)

Exquisite 1950s Anne Fogarthy Black Wool Dress (S)

By Anne Fogarty

Located in Port Hope, ON

So elegant! This swing dress has a high collar in the front and a plunging back with a self pleat on each side of the zipper which extends all the way down. The bodice and waist are ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Gres Red Jersey  Wool Dress with Cropped Jacket set
1950s Gres Red Jersey  Wool Dress with Cropped Jacket set

1950s Gres Red Jersey Wool Dress with Cropped Jacket set

By Madame Alix Gres

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rare 1950s Red Madame Grès couture Dress with wool cropped jacket.

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's 50s Navy Blue Wool New Look Coat Dress with Rhinestone Buttons
Vintage 1950's 50s Navy Blue Wool New Look Coat Dress with Rhinestone Buttons

Vintage 1950's 50s Navy Blue Wool New Look Coat Dress with Rhinestone Buttons

Located in Sparks, NV

DETAILS Front Button / Snap Closure Fully Lined Color: Navy Blue Fabric: Feels like Wool Label: Blum's San Jose Circa: 1950's Estimated Size: Small MEASUREMENTS Bust: ...

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1950s American Coats

Austere 1950's Two Tone Black Wool Wiggle Dress With Camel Overlay
Austere 1950's Two Tone Black Wool Wiggle Dress With Camel Overlay

Austere 1950's Two Tone Black Wool Wiggle Dress With Camel Overlay

Located in Atlanta, GA

This 1950's dress conjures up images of Katherine Hepburn in The Desk Set...classic 1950's silhouette with a serious 'sexy secretary' vibe. It is really two outfits in one starting ...

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1950s Unknown Day Dresses

Adorable 1950's Anne Fogarty Green & White Wool Sweater Dress
Adorable 1950's Anne Fogarty Green & White Wool Sweater Dress

Adorable 1950's Anne Fogarty Green & White Wool Sweater Dress

By Anne Fogarty

Located in Atlanta, GA

Anne Fogarty once wrote a book entited 'Wife Dressing' with advice on dressing to please a man. Well times have changed and even though this dress may please a man, it most certainl...

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1950s American Informal Dresses

Lillie Rubin Dove Gray Wool Dress & Coat Set, 1950's
Lillie Rubin Dove Gray Wool Dress & Coat Set, 1950's

Lillie Rubin Dove Gray Wool Dress & Coat Set, 1950's

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Size: Unmarked (Best Fits Sizes 2-4)

Lillie Rubin Dove Gray Wool Dress & Coat Set, 1950's

By Lillie Rubin

Located in Atlanta, GA

Early 1950's Lillie Rubin dress & coat ensemble in a dove gray flat wool.

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1950s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

Mam'selle by Betty Carol Vintage 1950s Black Wool Full Sweep Dress
Mam'selle by Betty Carol Vintage 1950s Black Wool Full Sweep Dress

Mam'selle by Betty Carol Vintage 1950s Black Wool Full Sweep Dress

By Betty Carol

Located in Sparks, NV

Darling vintage black wool dress by Betty Carol for Mam'selle. Ascot bow tie and Peter Pan collar. Details: Unlined Back Metal Zip Closure/ Zip Closure At Wrist Estimated Si...

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1950s American Day Dresses

1950s Eisenberg Originals Dress with Button Side
1950s Eisenberg Originals Dress with Button Side

1950s Eisenberg Originals Dress with Button Side

By Eisenberg Originals

Located in Water Mill, NY

A stunning 1950s wool crepe dress from Eisenberg Originals.

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1950s American Day Dresses

1950s Carosa Roma Stunning Demi-Couture  Black Wool Dress
1950s Carosa Roma Stunning Demi-Couture  Black Wool Dress

1950s Carosa Roma Stunning Demi-Couture Black Wool Dress

Located in Port Hope, ON

This demi-couture dress was created by the Carosa Roma atelier started by Princess Giovanna Caracciolo Ginetti and her friend Angelini Desalles, in 1947. It is a well made and execut...

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1950s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Early 1950s 50s Blue + Black Silk Wool Blend Party Dress
Vintage Early 1950s 50s Blue + Black Silk Wool Blend Party Dress

Vintage Early 1950s 50s Blue + Black Silk Wool Blend Party Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous fabric! Medium-heavy weight silk wool blend fabric party dress with patch pockets, a matching belt and Peter Pan collar. Fit and flare shape and vintage silhouette. Metal zi...

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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gene Shelly Ivory White Wool Knit Fully Sequined Vintage Wiggle Dress, 1950s
Gene Shelly Ivory White Wool Knit Fully Sequined Vintage Wiggle Dress, 1950s

Gene Shelly Ivory White Wool Knit Fully Sequined Vintage Wiggle Dress, 1950s

By Gene Shelly

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 50s GENE SHELLY'S white / off-white full sequined wool knit wiggle dress! Flattering Bodycon fit conforms to the body and looks sensational on! Thousands of hand-sewn sequins...

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1950s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

Jacques Fath 1950's Black Wool Dress and Jacket Suit
Jacques Fath 1950's Black Wool Dress and Jacket Suit

Jacques Fath 1950's Black Wool Dress and Jacket Suit

By Jacques Fath

Located in Toronto, ON

Vintage Jacques Fath dress and jacket suit. Circa 1950's. Wool dress has a 25" waist, measures 37" at bust, and 39" at hip.

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1950s French Dress and Coat Ensembles

Vintage 1950's Louis Feraud Wool Dress
Vintage 1950's Louis Feraud Wool Dress

Vintage 1950's Louis Feraud Wool Dress

By Louis Feraud

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950's dress * brown wool * acetate lining * long sleeves * double front slits * metal back zipper * by Louis Feraud condition | excellent fits like large ...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Red Light Wool Dress
1950s Red Light Wool Dress

1950s Red Light Wool Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s red lightweight wool dress with full skirt, black bordered in-set side pockets, to match the black boarders on the three-fourths Dolman sleeves, and narrow black belt.

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1950s Day Dresses

Vintage 1950's Black Wool Rhinestone Floral Dress
Vintage 1950's Black Wool Rhinestone Floral Dress

Vintage 1950's Black Wool Rhinestone Floral Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

vintage 1950's dress * black wool bodice * rhinestone flower applique at left shoulder * full wool felt skirt * cropped sleeves * metal side zipper condition | excellent - ...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Howard Greer Orange & Gray Wool Dress
1950s Howard Greer Orange & Gray Wool Dress

1950s Howard Greer Orange & Gray Wool Dress

By Howard Greer

Located in Dallas, TX

Fantastic 1950s wiggle dress in a lightweight orange and gray summer weight wool.

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1950s American Day Dresses

1950's Sequin Metallic-Gold Lame & Wool Circle-Skirt Party Dress
1950's Sequin Metallic-Gold Lame & Wool Circle-Skirt Party Dress

1950's Sequin Metallic-Gold Lame & Wool Circle-Skirt Party Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A gorgeous 1950's party dress that will light up any room! This alluring little number is made of an opulent metallic gold-lame with a feminine sequin-floral pattern woven into the f...

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1950s American Evening Dresses

1950's Mr. Blackwell Wool Dress Matching Asymmetrical Cape
1950's Mr. Blackwell Wool Dress Matching Asymmetrical Cape

1950's Mr. Blackwell Wool Dress Matching Asymmetrical Cape

By Mr. Blackwell

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

Rare and gorgeous 1950's Mr. Blackwell dress and cape. Both pieces are made of black, white and gray tweed wool.

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1950s Dress and Coat Ensembles

1950's Mr. Blackwell Black Wool & Flapper-Fringe Wiggle Dress
1950's Mr. Blackwell Black Wool & Flapper-Fringe Wiggle Dress

1950's Mr. Blackwell Black Wool & Flapper-Fringe Wiggle Dress

By Mr. Blackwell

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Exquisite 1950's midnight-black cocktail dress by the famous "Mr. Blackwell" label. The bodice is an alluring thin-strap plunge with adorable little-bows on both the front and backsi...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s NORMAN NORELL Belted Wool Jersey Dress
1950s NORMAN NORELL Belted Wool Jersey Dress

1950s NORMAN NORELL Belted Wool Jersey Dress

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Fine vintage Norman Norell pink wool jersey belted dress. Item fully silk lined, button closures up back with attached matching fabric belt (hidden hook closures @ 'bow') & inset fro...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Embroidered Red Taffeta Black Wool Cummerbund Circle-Skirt Dress
Vintage 1950's Embroidered Red Taffeta Black Wool Cummerbund Circle-Skirt Dress

Vintage 1950's Embroidered Red Taffeta Black Wool Cummerbund Circle-Skirt Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is such a dramatic and romantic 1950's party dress. Perfect for any upcoming party; you can't help but feel feminine in this beauty.

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1950s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1950's Lilli Diamond Sapphire-Blue Wool & Fox-Fur Cocktail Wiggle Dress
1950's Lilli Diamond Sapphire-Blue Wool & Fox-Fur Cocktail Wiggle Dress

1950's Lilli Diamond Sapphire-Blue Wool & Fox-Fur Cocktail Wiggle Dress

By Lilli Diamond

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An amazing and highly stylized 1950's cocktail dress by Lilli Diamond. The silhouette is classic pin-up "femme fatale"; the skirt is deliciously lean! The bodice is ultra chic with i...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Beaded Grapevine Motif Hand-Knit Sequin Wool Hourglass Dress
Vintage 1950's Beaded Grapevine Motif Hand-Knit Sequin Wool Hourglass Dress

Vintage 1950's Beaded Grapevine Motif Hand-Knit Sequin Wool Hourglass Dress

By Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is an incredible late 1950's Saks Fifth Avenue hand-knit ivory cocktail that is completely covered in iridescent sequins & sparkling beadwork. The textured stretch knit has a wa...

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1950s American Wedding Dresses

1950's Beaded Grapevine Motif Ivory Hand-Knit Sequin Wool Hourglass Belted Dress
1950's Beaded Grapevine Motif Ivory Hand-Knit Sequin Wool Hourglass Belted Dress

1950's Beaded Grapevine Motif Ivory Hand-Knit Sequin Wool Hourglass Belted Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is an incredible 1950's vintage hand-knit ivory cocktail that is completely covered in iridescent sequins & sparkling beadwork. The textured stretch knit has a way of hugging th...

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1950s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

1950's Madame Gres Haute-Couture Pleated Drape Taupe Wool Belted Cocktail Dress
1950's Madame Gres Haute-Couture Pleated Drape Taupe Wool Belted Cocktail Dress

1950's Madame Gres Haute-Couture Pleated Drape Taupe Wool Belted Cocktail Dress

By Madame Gres

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Madame Gres felt that the true job of the couturier was not to create a name for one's self, as many designers do, but to pay rigorous attention to the clothing. This stunning taupe ...

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Vintage 1950's Gene Shelly's Boutique Internationale Beaded Dress
Vintage 1950's Gene Shelly's Boutique Internationale Beaded Dress

Vintage 1950's Gene Shelly's Boutique Internationale Beaded Dress

By Gene Shelly

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

vintage 1950's dress * black wool * acetate lining * covered in beautiful glass beadwork * metal back zipper * hourglass curve hugging fit * by Gene Shelly's Boutique Interna...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Blue Wool El Charro Matador Inspired Suit
Vintage 1950's Blue Wool El Charro Matador Inspired Suit

Vintage 1950's Blue Wool El Charro Matador Inspired Suit

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

vintage 1950's suit * blue wool linen blend jacket * blue wool skirt * skirt lined in cotton * gorgeous leather details on buttons and scroll work * metal side zipper * by El...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

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White backless evening dress with braid belt CHRISTIAN DIOR

By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

White backless evening dress with braid belt . No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Invisible zip closure on the left side. Belt lenght = 3m SIZE 36/38 (Fr) 6/8 (US)

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2010s French Evening Dresses

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