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Vintage 1960's Black Sequin Lace Gown Size 10
Vintage 1960's Black Sequin Lace Gown Size 10

Vintage 1960's Black Sequin Lace Gown Size 10

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage 1960's gown is composed of a black sequin lace. Features a sweetheart neckline.

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20th Century American Evening Gowns

Hubert de Givenchy Haute Couture Amber‑Sequin Halter Gown c. 1960’s
Hubert de Givenchy Haute Couture Amber‑Sequin Halter Gown c. 1960’s

Hubert de Givenchy Haute Couture Amber‑Sequin Halter Gown c. 1960’s

By Givenchy

Located in Kingston, NY

A certified haute couture gown by Hubert de Givenchy himself, featuring a shimmering amber‑toned sequin and paillette‑encrusted halter bodice and softly gathered flowing silk chiffon...

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1960s French Evening Gowns

Custom 1960's Sapphire Blue Beaded Gown with Sequins Size Small Medium
Custom 1960's Sapphire Blue Beaded Gown with Sequins Size Small Medium

Custom 1960's Sapphire Blue Beaded Gown with Sequins Size Small Medium

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This dress features heavy embellishment with beading and sequins in hues of blue. There is a leaf motif in beading and iridescent sequins. Center back zipper closure. In excellent vi...

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20th Century Unknown Evening Gowns

1960s Black Sheer and Sequin Gown Ensemble
1960s Black Sheer and Sequin Gown Ensemble

1960s Black Sheer and Sequin Gown Ensemble

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Stunning black sheer and beaded gown and bolero. Reminiscent of the slinky beaded and net gowns from the 1940's. Spaghetti straps with a v-neck line and a faux wrap style bodice. Sma...

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1960s French Evening Gowns

Elizabeth Arden 1960s Silk Sequined Paisley Evening Gown
Elizabeth Arden 1960s Silk Sequined Paisley Evening Gown

Elizabeth Arden 1960s Silk Sequined Paisley Evening Gown

By Elizabeth Arden

Located in Kingston, NY

Late 1960s Elizabeth Arden silk evening gown in a richly saturated paisley print of coral, saffron, olive, and rose tones, accented with scattered hand-applied sequins that shimmer s...

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1960s American Evening Dresses

HAUTE COUTURE INTERNATIONAL 1960's Black Beaded and Sequin Lace Gown Size 6
HAUTE COUTURE INTERNATIONAL 1960's Black Beaded and Sequin Lace Gown Size 6

HAUTE COUTURE INTERNATIONAL 1960's Black Beaded and Sequin Lace Gown Size 6

By HAUTE COUTURE INTERNATIONAL

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Haute Couture International gown is composed of a black beaded and sequin lace. There is a side slit and center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. **Ple...

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1960s Hong Kong Evening Gowns

Sleeveless Plunging Goldfinger Sequin Oscar Gown with Scoop Back – M, 1960s
Sleeveless Plunging Goldfinger Sequin Oscar Gown with Scoop Back – M, 1960s

Sleeveless Plunging Goldfinger Sequin Oscar Gown with Scoop Back – M, 1960s

Located in Tucson, AZ

As close to Shirley Eaton as you can get without going nude, this “Goldfinger” gown features oceans of gold sequins bright enough to land aircraft. Couture quality it is not, but mem...

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1960s Evening Gowns

Victoria Royal 1960s Kelly Green Silk Satin Sequined + Beaded Vintage Gown Dress
Victoria Royal 1960s Kelly Green Silk Satin Sequined + Beaded Vintage Gown Dress

Victoria Royal 1960s Kelly Green Silk Satin Sequined + Beaded Vintage Gown Dress

By Victoria Royal

Located in San Diego, CA

Sensational vintage 60s VICTORIA ROYAL Couture Kelly green full length evening gown! Fitted bodice features thousands of hand-sewn sequins and beads throughout. Metal zipper at each ...

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1960s Hong Kong Evening Gowns

Vintage 1960's Black and Gold Sequin Maxi Dress Size M L
Vintage 1960's Black and Gold Sequin Maxi Dress Size M L

Vintage 1960's Black and Gold Sequin Maxi Dress Size M L

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage 1960's maxi gown is composed of a black & gold sequin knit with a gorgeous neckline and long sleeves.

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1960s American Evening Gowns

1960's Bill Blass Black and White Sequin Dress With Feather Trim
1960's Bill Blass Black and White Sequin Dress With Feather Trim

1960's Bill Blass Black and White Sequin Dress With Feather Trim

By Bill Blass

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1960's Bill Blass black and white sequin dress with feather trim. Fun frilly fantasy cocktail dress. Short sleeve, shift style dress with slightly scooped neck. The highlight is the ...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

1960s Oscar de la Renta Gold and Red Ribbon Silk Sequin Vintage 60s Gown Dress
1960s Oscar de la Renta Gold and Red Ribbon Silk Sequin Vintage 60s Gown Dress

1960s Oscar de la Renta Gold and Red Ribbon Silk Sequin Vintage 60s Gown Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible, and super rare mid 60s one of a kind OSCAR DE LA RENTA gold and red sequin long sleeve gown! Features thousands of hand-sewn gold sequins thorughout. Embroidered red ribb...

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1960s American Evening Gowns

Black knit cocktail dress with covered of round sequin Circa 1960's
Black knit cocktail dress with covered of round sequin Circa 1960's

Black knit cocktail dress with covered of round sequin Circa 1960's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black knit cocktail dress with covered of round sequin.; Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Acetate lining. SIZE XS

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

1960s Sequinned Couture Made Brown Dress
1960s Sequinned Couture Made Brown Dress

1960s Sequinned Couture Made Brown Dress

Located in London, GB

This late 1960s couture brown silk maxi dress is beautifully made; we love the frothy sheer bell-sleeves and full, swirling skirt. The neckline is cut to a V-shape and the bodice is ...

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1960s American Evening Dresses

Navy Sequin Evening Dress Early 1960s
Navy Sequin Evening Dress Early 1960s

Navy Sequin Evening Dress Early 1960s

Located in London, GB

Exquisite early 1960's evening dress of navy blue cotton velvet completely embellished with complimenting iridescent blue sequins forming stylised sacred heart motifs. There is a vel...

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20th Century Evening Dresses

1960s Christian Dior Monochromed Sequin Maxi Dress
1960s Christian Dior Monochromed Sequin Maxi Dress

1960s Christian Dior Monochromed Sequin Maxi Dress

By Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

Our couture seamstress has replaced all sequin gaps with originals found in the seams. Full length and wearable evening gowns by Dior, from this era, are increasingly rare to market.

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1960s British Evening Dresses

JEAN PATOU c.1960's KARL LAGERFELD Black Sequin Camellia Flower Cocktail Dress
JEAN PATOU c.1960's KARL LAGERFELD Black Sequin Camellia Flower Cocktail Dress

JEAN PATOU c.1960's KARL LAGERFELD Black Sequin Camellia Flower Cocktail Dress

By Jean Patou, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Thiensville, WI

Vintage Jean Patou c.1960's black wool cocktail dress designed by Karl Lagerfeld. Short sleeves with scoop neckline. Black sequin trim along cuffs and collar with beaded scallop shap...

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Silk Dress Embroidered with Sequins, 1960s-1970s
Silk Dress Embroidered with Sequins, 1960s-1970s

Silk Dress Embroidered with Sequins, 1960s-1970s

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Silk dress embroidered with sequins and beads. Circa 1960s-1970s. No signature. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good conditi...

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20th Century Evening Gowns

CARVEN COUTURE PARIS 1960's Black Sequin Dress with Structured Shoulders Size 2
CARVEN COUTURE PARIS 1960's Black Sequin Dress with Structured Shoulders Size 2

CARVEN COUTURE PARIS 1960's Black Sequin Dress with Structured Shoulders Size 2

By Carven

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Carven Couture dress is composed of a black fabric with sequin applique at the shoulders and a flower on a the front pocket. Features a darted shoulder design and zipper closure...

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER'S c.1960's Deep Goldenrod Sequin Embellish Mod Sleeveless Shift Dress
ALEXANDER'S c.1960's Deep Goldenrod Sequin Embellish Mod Sleeveless Shift Dress

ALEXANDER'S c.1960's Deep Goldenrod Sequin Embellish Mod Sleeveless Shift Dress

Located in Thiensville, WI

Vintage c.1960's Alexander's deep goldenrod knit shift dress. Sleeveless with round neckline. Abstract green sequined detail on front wrapping around lower back of dress. Black trim...

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1960s Italian Shift Cocktail Dresses

1960s William Travilla Green and Blue Sequin Dress
1960s William Travilla Green and Blue Sequin Dress

1960s William Travilla Green and Blue Sequin Dress

By William Travilla

Located in London, GB

This is a late 1960s or early 1970s couture sequinned maxi gown by William Travilla whose name is synonymous with Marilyn Monroe for whom he worked as a costume designer from 1952.

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1960s American Evening Gowns

Vintage 1960's yellow sequin beaded cocktail dress wiggle dress UK 12 US 8
Vintage 1960's yellow sequin beaded cocktail dress wiggle dress UK 12 US 8

Vintage 1960's yellow sequin beaded cocktail dress wiggle dress UK 12 US 8

Located in Nashville, TN

This breathtaking 1960's yellow knitted wool dress, embellished in its entirety with clear iridescent sequins, and finished with floral beaded details in yellow rocaille beads, and i...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1960's Pink Sequin Peal Silk Organza Column Dress Cocktail Dress UK 8-10
Vintage 1960's Pink Sequin Peal Silk Organza Column Dress Cocktail Dress UK 8-10

Vintage 1960's Pink Sequin Peal Silk Organza Column Dress Cocktail Dress UK 8-10

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly spectacular 1960's silk organza dress, embellished in a striped pattern of pearlescent beads, silver sequins and large pink pearlescent sequins, is a masterpiece to behold...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Givenchy Spaghetti Strap Blue Sequins Cocktail Dress, 1960s
Givenchy Spaghetti Strap Blue Sequins Cocktail Dress, 1960s

Givenchy Spaghetti Strap Blue Sequins Cocktail Dress, 1960s

By Givenchy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Beautiful Vintage Givenchy late 60s cobalt blue,green and purple spaghetti strap cocktail dress completely covered in hand stitched sequins. Very flattering fit with nipped waist and...

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1960s French Evening Gowns

1960s Gold & Silver Sequin Rhinestone Dress possibly Pierre Cardin
1960s Gold & Silver Sequin Rhinestone Dress possibly Pierre Cardin

1960s Gold & Silver Sequin Rhinestone Dress possibly Pierre Cardin

By I Magnin and Co

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The designer of this dress is unknown, but that makes it no less spectacular. Possibly created by renowned Italian-French designer Pierre A. Cardin, this 1960’s dress is an incredibl...

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1960s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Calderón Long-Sleeve Black Sequin Checkerboard Wool Maxi Dress
1960s Calderón Long-Sleeve Black Sequin Checkerboard Wool Maxi Dress

1960s Calderón Long-Sleeve Black Sequin Checkerboard Wool Maxi Dress

By Calderon

Located in London, GB

The skirt is cut to an A-line silhouette and falls to the floor. The top half of the gown is smothered in black sequins, lending it a glossy high-octane finish.

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1960s American Evening Dresses

1960s Black Sequin Bodice and Georgette Dress
1960s Black Sequin Bodice and Georgette Dress

1960s Black Sequin Bodice and Georgette Dress

Located in London, GB

Original 1960s black sequinned dress which would make the perfect occasion dress. It features a heavily sequinned bodice with a double satin spaghetti strap and curved chest seams to...

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1960s British Cocktail Dresses

Mollie Parnis Emerald Green Mock Neck Sequin Dress, 1960s
Mollie Parnis Emerald Green Mock Neck Sequin Dress, 1960s

Mollie Parnis Emerald Green Mock Neck Sequin Dress, 1960s

By Mollie Parnis

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Gaining commercial success in the 1940s, Mollie Parnis was an early American designer who was greatly revered for her chic yet conservative looks as well as one of the earliest Ameri...

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1960s American Evening Dresses

1960s Cream Silk Beaded Sequin Custom Cocktail Dress
1960s Cream Silk Beaded Sequin Custom Cocktail Dress

1960s Cream Silk Beaded Sequin Custom Cocktail Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960s custom cocktail dress Cream silk Hand beaded and sequined Back slit and zipper Fully lined Personal property of actress Maria Bello

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1960s Black Plastic Sequin Cocktail Dress Size 6
1960s Black Plastic Sequin Cocktail Dress Size 6

1960s Black Plastic Sequin Cocktail Dress Size 6

By Bullocks

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fabulous fully HAND-BEADED cocktail dress is composed of large, dime sized black flat plastic sequins. Features a classic 'Wiggle Dress' style with a center back zipper closure....

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20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

Ivory Knit Body Con Dress with Iridescent Sequins, 1960s
Ivory Knit Body Con Dress with Iridescent Sequins, 1960s

Ivory Knit Body Con Dress with Iridescent Sequins, 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Reminiscent of Marilyn Monroe's "JFK Birthday Dress". Absolutely stunning iridescent blush body-con dress. A soft wool knit that hugs curves and allows them! Stretchy and fully sequi...

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20th Century Day Dresses

1960s Lauretta Alta Moda Blue and Purple Sequinned Dress
1960s Lauretta Alta Moda Blue and Purple Sequinned Dress

1960s Lauretta Alta Moda Blue and Purple Sequinned Dress

Located in London, GB

This mesmerising sequinned dress was designed in the late 1960s by Lauretta. We found a photo of Italian singer Milva (Maria Ilva Biolcati) in 1968 wearing what appears to be an iden...

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1960s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1960s Cream Structured Sheath Dress w Heavily Beaded & Sequined Chiffon Overlay
1960s Cream Structured Sheath Dress w Heavily Beaded & Sequined Chiffon Overlay

1960s Cream Structured Sheath Dress w Heavily Beaded & Sequined Chiffon Overlay

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Cream Structured Sheath Dress w Heavily Beaded & Sequined Chiffon Overlay: Underdress is strapless with boning and wonderful structuring. Silk Chiffon overlay is finely beaded...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Unsigned Gold Sequin Tunic Mini Dress 1960s Style
Unsigned Gold Sequin Tunic Mini Dress 1960s Style

Unsigned Gold Sequin Tunic Mini Dress 1960s Style

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The designer of this tunic dress is unknown, but that makes it no less spectacular. Done in alternating boxes of matte and shiny gold sequins that create a lattice design, this dazzl...

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1990s Unknown Mini Dress

Black Fish Scale Sequin Sheath Dress with Draped Ruched Hobble Skirt – XS, 1960s
Black Fish Scale Sequin Sheath Dress with Draped Ruched Hobble Skirt – XS, 1960s

Black Fish Scale Sequin Sheath Dress with Draped Ruched Hobble Skirt – XS, 1960s

Located in Tucson, AZ

This poured-on wiggle dress attracts serious attention on two fronts: first, its aurora borealis sequins shimmer green and purple to resemble eye-catching fish scales. Second, its dr...

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1960s American Evening Dresses

Exceptional 1960s 60s Black French Lace Nude Illusion Sequin Babydoll Dress
Exceptional 1960s 60s Black French Lace Nude Illusion Sequin Babydoll Dress

Exceptional 1960s 60s Black French Lace Nude Illusion Sequin Babydoll Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Such a stunning vintage 1960s Babydoll cocktail dress! Black French lace, covered with black sequins. Beautiful scalloped hems, with layers of nude silk under. Zips up the back, with...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

1960s Couture Purple Sequin and Beaded Empire Line Dress
1960s Couture Purple Sequin and Beaded Empire Line Dress

1960s Couture Purple Sequin and Beaded Empire Line Dress

Located in London, GB

This 1960s couture amethyst purple dress is a real showstopper. Tailored from two frothy layers of purple silk of the finest quality, the top layer is made of soft flowing chiffon an...

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1960s American Empire Waist Dresses

1960s Demi Couture Turquoise Blue Silk Chiffon Paillette Sequin Vintage Dress
1960s Demi Couture Turquoise Blue Silk Chiffon Paillette Sequin Vintage Dress

1960s Demi Couture Turquoise Blue Silk Chiffon Paillette Sequin Vintage Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage 60s demi couture turquoise blue silk chiffon paillette sequin encrusted dress ! Features a tailored bodice encrusted with hundreds of iridescent paillttes. Two pane...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

1960s Victoria Royale Ltd. Beaded Sequined Empire Mod Cocktail Dress in Black
1960s Victoria Royale Ltd. Beaded Sequined Empire Mod Cocktail Dress in Black

1960s Victoria Royale Ltd. Beaded Sequined Empire Mod Cocktail Dress in Black

By Victoria Royal

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Victoria Royale Ltd. Beaded Sequined Mod Cocktail Dress in Black: Empire waistline. Bodice is heavily beaded with a banded neckline. Double layer silk chiffon full skirt. Cent...

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1960s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

1960s Lime Green Fully Sequined 3/4 Sleeves Vintage 60s Wool Dress
1960s Lime Green Fully Sequined 3/4 Sleeves Vintage 60s Wool Dress

1960s Lime Green Fully Sequined 3/4 Sleeves Vintage 60s Wool Dress

By Gene Shelley International Boutique

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic early 60s vintage lime green fully sequined 3/4 sleeves wool dress ! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins throughout the entire dress. Fully lined in rayon with full metal zi...

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1960s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

1960s Black + Gold Velvet Sequined Vintage 60s Long Sleeve Shift Tunic Dress
1960s Black + Gold Velvet Sequined Vintage 60s Long Sleeve Shift Tunic Dress

1960s Black + Gold Velvet Sequined Vintage 60s Long Sleeve Shift Tunic Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s black velvet and gold sequined long sleeve tunic dress! Features soft cotton velvet, with gold embroidered panel down the front center. Hundreds of large hand-sewn gold se...

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1960s Indian Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful 1960s I. Magnin Black Sequin Ostrich Feather 60s Mod Shift Dress LBD
Beautiful 1960s I. Magnin Black Sequin Ostrich Feather 60s Mod Shift Dress LBD

Beautiful 1960s I. Magnin Black Sequin Ostrich Feather 60s Mod Shift Dress LBD

By I. Magnin

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning vintage I. Magnin 1960s black sequin dress, with ostrich feather hem! Beautiful nude chiffon double layer, that peeks through sequins. The perfect little black dress. Great ...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

1960s Vivid Fuchsia Sequined Mod Mini Dress w/ Silver Beaded Collar and Cuffs
1960s Vivid Fuchsia Sequined Mod Mini Dress w/ Silver Beaded Collar and Cuffs

1960s Vivid Fuchsia Sequined Mod Mini Dress w/ Silver Beaded Collar and Cuffs

Located in Gresham, OR

A stunning 1960s vivid fuchsia sequin encrusted rayon taffeta cocktail dress: Mod glamour at its best! Back overlaps with snap closures at back. Button cufflinks on beaded cuffs. Sid...

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1960s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

1960s Sydney North Size 6 Beige Khaki Tan Beaded Sequin Vintage 60s Dress
1960s Sydney North Size 6 Beige Khaki Tan Beaded Sequin Vintage 60s Dress

1960s Sydney North Size 6 Beige Khaki Tan Beaded Sequin Vintage 60s Dress

By SYDNEY NORTH

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and extremely flattering 1960 SYDNEY NORTH beige / khaki beaded dress! Features a front high neck, with plunging back. Neckline is embellished with hundreds of hand-sewn be...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta 1960s Black + Burgundy Red Iridescent Sequin Drop Waist Dress
Oscar de la Renta 1960s Black + Burgundy Red Iridescent Sequin Drop Waist Dress

Oscar de la Renta 1960s Black + Burgundy Red Iridescent Sequin Drop Waist Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 60s vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA black and burgundy red long sleeve drop waist dress! Features a Victorian / Renaissance vibe that was very distinct in the late 60s. Features black...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1960s Chester Weinberg Chic Vintage Black Wool + Sequins 60s Shift Dress w/ Bow
1960s Chester Weinberg Chic Vintage Black Wool + Sequins 60s Shift Dress w/ Bow

1960s Chester Weinberg Chic Vintage Black Wool + Sequins 60s Shift Dress w/ Bow

By Chester Weinberg

Located in San Diego, CA

The ultimate little black dress, by CHESTER WEINBERG! Couture quality, with heavy attention to detail. Soft black wool, with three rows of black sequins above the hem, with a black s...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Bob Bugnand Sam Friedlander Aurora Borealis Sequin Paisley Mini Dress 1960s XS
Bob Bugnand Sam Friedlander Aurora Borealis Sequin Paisley Mini Dress 1960s XS

Bob Bugnand Sam Friedlander Aurora Borealis Sequin Paisley Mini Dress 1960s XS

By Bob Bugnand, Bob Bugnand for Sam Friedlander

Located in North Attleboro, MA

Such a fun cocktail dress! This vintage late 1960s designer Bob Bugnand dress is an explosion of color, with a multi-colored Indian paisley print fabric completely covered in transpa...

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1960s American Mini Dress

1960s Jo Ro Imports Blue and Cream Sequin Shift-Dress
1960s Jo Ro Imports Blue and Cream Sequin Shift-Dress

1960s Jo Ro Imports Blue and Cream Sequin Shift-Dress

Located in London, GB

This early 1960s sequin and beaded dress was designed by Boutique by Jo Ro Imports. Crafted to the highest quality, it is tailored from rayon fabric and smothered all over in tiny ir...

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1960s British Wedding Dresses

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1960s Sequin Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary 1960s sequin gown you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Gray and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for a 1960s sequin gown 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. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Norman Norell, Gene Shelly and Emma Domb are consistently popular. Finding a 1960s sequin gown for sale for women should be easy, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a 1960s Sequin Gown?

On average, a 1960s sequin gown on 1stDibs sells for $833, while they’re typically $195 on the low end and $15,000 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 1960s Sequin Gown
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Yes, there were watches in the 1960s. The first recorded wristwatch dates back to 1868, when Patek Philippe, a watchmaker founded in Geneva in 1839 by Polish expats Antoni Patek and Franciszek Czapek, designed a timepiece for Countess Koscowicz of Hungary. Shop a collection of vintage watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A caftan from the 1960s or any other era refers to a long ankle-length variation on a robe or a tunic. Caftans, which are sometimes referred to as kaftans, feature full sleeves and usually have a deep, open neck. While these garments can be made from any fabric, most caftans are made of wool, silk or cotton. Find a selection of caftans from top fashion boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Fashion in the 1960s progressed toward a more casual look for men and for women during the decade. For women, the skirt suits of the 1950s prevailed during the early ‘60s and eventually miniskirts came along. Late-1960s fashion included ponchos, peace signs, chain belts, puffed “bubble” sleeves, frayed bell-bottom jeans for men and women, tie-dyed shirts, work shirts, sandals, headbands and moccasins.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What men wore in the 1960s varied over the course of the decade. At the start of the ’60s, when the Mod style was all the rage, men often sported boxy Italian-style suits with tight-fitting trousers for work and dressier occasions and polo shirts and turtlenecks paired with fitted trousers for casual dress. As the decade progressed, the Peacock Revolution occurred, with menswear becoming flashier with bright colors and bold prints. Fedoras and trilby hats were common in the early ’60s, but by the start of the 1970s, hats for men were much less common, marking a major departure from the style conventions of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s. Explore an assortment of 1960s men's apparel and accessories 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Furniture from the 1960s is often called mid-century modern. This style emphasizes the importance of good design that looks attractive and performs its function well. Notable mid-century modern designers include Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, Florence Knoll and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Go-go boots were fashionable in the late 1960s through the 1970s. A calf-length to knee-length boot became synonymous with 1960s and 1970s fashion and is still highly coveted today by fashion enthusiasts. Shop a wide range of vintage go-go boots on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Who the most famous fashion designer of the 1960s was is open to debate. Many designers helped define the looks of the decade, each influencing style in their own way. Among these notable designers were Mary Quant, André Courrèges, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Bonnie Cashin, Hubert de Givenchy, Emilio Pucci, Paco Rabanne and Ossie Clark. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1960s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Generally, 1960s-style furniture is called mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Some of the most notable furniture designers of the time include Charles and Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Eero Saarinen and Hans J. Wegner. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of mid-century modern furniture.
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    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

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