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1960s Sheer Black Dress

Black Sheer Midriff Little Black Dress, 1960s
Black Sheer Midriff Little Black Dress, 1960s

Black Sheer Midriff Little Black Dress, 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A classic 1960's A-line silhouette little black cocktail dress.

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20th Century Evening Dresses

Annacat Black Satin Gown with Sheer Bell Sleeves Circa 1960's
Annacat Black Satin Gown with Sheer Bell Sleeves Circa 1960's

Annacat Black Satin Gown with Sheer Bell Sleeves Circa 1960's

By AnnaCat

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Stunning late 60s Biba-esque dress by the highly collectible British label Annacat. Fitted bodice with a fuller skirt featuring striped velvet details on the lower half. Decorated ha...

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1960s British Maxi Dress

1960's JACQUES HEIM by Maria Carine black sheer silk mousseline dress
1960's JACQUES HEIM by Maria Carine black sheer silk mousseline dress

1960's JACQUES HEIM by Maria Carine black sheer silk mousseline dress

By Jacques Heim

Located in San Fransisco, CA

This 1960’s Jacques Heim dress, made by Maria, is done in deep jet black with a lightweight sheer outer layer and a thicker hem that gives it a soft, slightly flounced edge.

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

GLORIA SWANSON Puritan Forever Young c.1960's Black Gold Sheer Sleeve Dress
GLORIA SWANSON Puritan Forever Young c.1960's Black Gold Sheer Sleeve Dress

GLORIA SWANSON Puritan Forever Young c.1960's Black Gold Sheer Sleeve Dress

Located in Thiensville, WI

GLORIA SWANSON Puritan Forever Young c. 1960's Black Gold Sheer Sleeve Dress VTG Brand / Manufacturer: Puritan Forever Young Circa: 1960s Designer: Gloria Swanson Style: Cocktail Dr...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

1960's PIERRE BALMAIN haute COUTURE velvet dress with sheer lace detail
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN haute COUTURE velvet dress with sheer lace detail

1960's PIERRE BALMAIN haute COUTURE velvet dress with sheer lace detail

By Pierre Balmain

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare jet black silk velvet haute couture dress with unique sheer floral lace sleeves and underlay designed by Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's.

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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Beaded Banff Dress with Sheer Sleeves
1960s Beaded Banff Dress with Sheer Sleeves

1960s Beaded Banff Dress with Sheer Sleeves

By Banff Ltd

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black knit beaded Banff dress from Zacks, an upscale 1960s department store in England.

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1960s English Evening Dresses and 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

Lillie Rubin Black Sheer Angel Wing Gown with Rhinestone Plunge - Small, 1960s
Lillie Rubin Black Sheer Angel Wing Gown with Rhinestone Plunge - Small, 1960s

Lillie Rubin Black Sheer Angel Wing Gown with Rhinestone Plunge - Small, 1960s

By Lillie Rubin

Located in Tucson, AZ

Simple but dramatic, this electrifying gown is perfect for the woman who isn't comfortable without a sleeve but also appreciates a touch of allure. Floating chiffon bell sleeves are ...

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1960s American Evening Gowns

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Burnout Organza Sheer Black Cocktail Dress, 1960s
Burnout Organza Sheer Black Cocktail Dress, 1960s

Burnout Organza Sheer Black Cocktail Dress, 1960s

Located in San Francisco, CA

Burnout Organza Sheer Black Cocktail Dress, 1960s. 1960s shift dress with handkerchief sleeves.

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

1960s Sarmi Red Velvet Evening Dress w/ Sheer White Silk Skirt Accent
1960s Sarmi Red Velvet Evening Dress w/ Sheer White Silk Skirt Accent

1960s Sarmi Red Velvet Evening Dress w/ Sheer White Silk Skirt Accent

By Ferdinando Sarmi

Located in Houston, TX

Striking dark burgundy velvet evening dress by Sarmi. The dress is sleeveless, has a high jewel neckline, and a high, left-to-right sloping waistline. The highest tip of the waistlin...

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1960s American Evening Dresses

1960s Bill Tice for Malcolm Starr Sheer Beaded Silk Evening Gown
1960s Bill Tice for Malcolm Starr Sheer Beaded Silk Evening Gown

1960s Bill Tice for Malcolm Starr Sheer Beaded Silk Evening Gown

By Malcolm Starr, Bill Tice

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

Beautiful vintage 1960s midnight blue sheer silk evening gown by Bill Tice for Malcolm Starr. This demure yet surprisingly chic gown features a sheer bodice with long sleeves,high ne...

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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Black Chiffon Tiered Little Black Cocktail Dress With Sheer Sleeves
1960s Black Chiffon Tiered Little Black Cocktail Dress With Sheer Sleeves

1960s Black Chiffon Tiered Little Black Cocktail Dress With Sheer Sleeves

Located in Munich, DE

This made-to-measure straight-cut dress features a round neck, sheer full long sleeves with oversized cuffs and black layers of chiffon over a polyester underdress. It fastens up the...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

James Galanos Sheer Metallic Mod Lace Dress, 1960s
James Galanos Sheer Metallic Mod Lace Dress, 1960s

James Galanos Sheer Metallic Mod Lace Dress, 1960s

By Galanos

Located in New York, NY

1960s James Galanos Sheer Metallic Mod Lace Dress with slits up sides

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Elizabeth Arden 1960's Tres Déshabillé Sheer Lace Accented Lingerie Negligee
Elizabeth Arden 1960's Tres Déshabillé Sheer Lace Accented Lingerie Negligee

Elizabeth Arden 1960's Tres Déshabillé Sheer Lace Accented Lingerie Negligee

By Elizabeth Arden

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Elizabeth Arden 1960's Tres Déshabillé Sheer Lace Accented Lingerie Negligee This is so wonderful, please use the zoom feature to see details. Size S Bust 34" Waist 28" Hips 38" L...

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1970s French Evening Dresses

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By Valentino

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous pink silk halter gown from Valentino S/S 2007 collection. It has a halter neckline, fitted ruched woven panels across the bodice with 2 cut outs on each side and 4 adjus...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 1989 Oscar de la Renta Runway Chartreuse Chiffon Strapless Gown
F/W 1989 Oscar de la Renta Runway Chartreuse Chiffon Strapless Gown

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By Oscar De La Renta

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This chartreuse strapless gown from Oscar de la Renta’s Fall/Winter 1989 collection debuted on the runway. Crafted in lightweight chiffon, the design is tightly pleated at the bust b...

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1980s American Ball Gowns

1995 JOHN GALLIANO 'Pin-Up / Misia Diva' Houndstooth RUNWAY Suit Ensemble
1995 JOHN GALLIANO 'Pin-Up / Misia Diva' Houndstooth RUNWAY Suit Ensemble

1995 JOHN GALLIANO 'Pin-Up / Misia Diva' Houndstooth RUNWAY Suit Ensemble

By John Galliano

Located in San Fransisco, CA

This is a very rare John Galliano runway suit from the Spring 1995 'Pin-up/Misia Diva' collection, made in a fine black-and-white houndstooth that references classic British tailorin...

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1990s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

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Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress

Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress

By Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful pink silk dress from Versace. It is is a simple sleeveless sheath from the front. The back is exposed from the shoulders to low back with the exception of draping framin...

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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40

Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Tom Ford for Gucci Lavender Silk Halter Dress S/S 2003
Tom Ford for Gucci Lavender Silk Halter Dress S/S 2003

Tom Ford for Gucci Lavender Silk Halter Dress S/S 2003

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous lavender stretch silk dress by Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2003 collection. It has a plunging front neckline and racer back with multiple seams emanating from it and the side ...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2007 "Witches" Black Red Silk Taffeta Bubble Evening Gown
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2007 "Witches" Black Red Silk Taffeta Bubble Evening Gown

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2007 "Witches" Black Red Silk Taffeta Bubble Evening Gown

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 2007 "Witches" Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Evening Gown Color(s): Shades of black, red Lined: Yes Marked Fabric Cont...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Navy Floor Length Gown With Train - Early 2000s
Roberto Cavalli Navy Floor Length Gown With Train - Early 2000s

Roberto Cavalli Navy Floor Length Gown With Train - Early 2000s

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in London, GB

A rare and exceptionally constructed archive gown from Roberto Cavalli, dating to the early 2000s and representing the house at its most refined. In deep navy throughout, the gown co...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Alexander McQueen S/S 2005 Unworn Semi-Sheer Lace Ruffled Slip Dress
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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Alexander McQueen S/S 2005 "It's Only A Game" Unworn Semi-Sheer Lace Ruffled Slip Dress IT 44

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Backless Violet Silk Charmeuse Gown
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Backless Violet Silk Charmeuse Gown

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Backless Violet Silk Charmeuse Gown

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Stunning Alexander McQueen Purple violet silk charmeuse gown with interesting sleeves and exposed bare back. Slightly cowl neck. strap can be removed. Dress zip from the side. Size M...

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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Dusty Burgundy Floral Neckline Slip Gown Maxi Dress
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Dusty Burgundy Floral Neckline Slip Gown Maxi Dress

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Dusty Burgundy Floral Neckline Slip Gown Maxi Dress

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Les Habitudes 1990's Vintage Dusty red burgundy color Embroidered floral neckline Has a chic crinkle effect Pullover No size or comp tag (but super soft like silk), please refer to ...

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1990s Evening Gowns

Madame Grès Haute Couture Pleated White Gown Personal Archive, c. 1950s
Madame Grès Haute Couture Pleated White Gown Personal Archive, c. 1950s

Madame Grès Haute Couture Pleated White Gown Personal Archive, c. 1950s

By Madame Gres

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Madame Grès pleated white haute couture gown, circa 1950s — a true museum-worthy piece from the personal archive of Alix Grès, and an exceptionally rare numbered défilé prototype. Of...

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1950s Delphos Gowns

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Sheer Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Sheer Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Sheer Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Exquisite 1990s vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA for SAKS 5th AVE Couture black silk chiffon and chattily lace sheer evening gown ! This beautiful dress has so much attention to details. Mu...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Alexander McQueen Gown The Cosmic Rain Dress  Embroidery Corset
Alexander McQueen Gown The Cosmic Rain Dress  Embroidery Corset

Alexander McQueen Gown The Cosmic Rain Dress Embroidery Corset

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Berlin, BE

Breathtaking Alexander Mcqueen Corset Gown. Cosmic rain, comet and astral crystal embroideries are hand-sewn to this stunnig evening gown. Powder blue Paris net bustier dress featuri...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Werle Glamorous Black Glittered Silk Chiffon Gown w/ Dramatic Sleeves
1960s Werle Glamorous Black Glittered Silk Chiffon Gown w/ Dramatic Sleeves

1960s Werle Glamorous Black Glittered Silk Chiffon Gown w/ Dramatic Sleeves

By Werle Beverly Hills, WERLE of Beverly Hills

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Werle glamorous Mod black glittered silk chiffon gown with nude silk crepe insets at sides and dramatic Dolman draped sheer silk chiffon sleeves. Wide neckline. Completely line...

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

2003 YOHJI YAMAMOTO black cotton runway coat with threaded belt
2003 YOHJI YAMAMOTO black cotton runway coat with threaded belt

2003 YOHJI YAMAMOTO black cotton runway coat with threaded belt

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Black cotton coat from Yohji Yamamoto’s Spring 2003 runway. Coat has a relaxed, A-line shape that pulls in subtly at the waist with a belt which threads through the coat at the empir...

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Early 2000s Japanese Coats and Outerwear

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1960s Sheer Black Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary 1960s sheer black dress for your needs in our varied inventory. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Orange and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1960s sheer black dress may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Pierre Balmain, AnnaCat and Banff Ltd are often thought to be among the most stylish. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a 1960s Sheer Black Dress?

Prices for a 1960s sheer black dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $250 and can go as high as $3,500, while, on average they fetch $995.

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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