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1960s Sheer Black Dress

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

Lillie Rubin Black Sheer Angel Wing Gown with Rhinestone Plunge - S, 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 Bill Tice, Malcolm Starr

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

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

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 Victor Costa

Located in Alford, MA

One of Victor Costa's best designs, this strapless cocktail/evening dress is fashioned of white satin and black velvet alternating horizontal stripes with fitted bodice leading to an...

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Late 20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianfranco Ferré Vintage Fall Winter 1995 Runway Three-Piece Tuxedo-Inspired Set
Gianfranco Ferré Vintage Fall Winter 1995 Runway Three-Piece Tuxedo-Inspired Set

Gianfranco Ferré Vintage Fall Winter 1995 Runway Three-Piece Tuxedo-Inspired Set

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage Gianfranco Ferré Runway 1995 Three-Piece Tuxedo-Inspired Silk Blouse, Vest & Skirt Set This rare outfit from Gianfranco Ferré’s 1995 runway show is a striking mix of mens...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Kelly Green Virgin Wool Knit 60s Vintage Mod Short Sleeve Shift Dress
1960s Kelly Green Virgin Wool Knit 60s Vintage Mod Short Sleeve Shift Dress

1960s Kelly Green Virgin Wool Knit 60s Vintage Mod Short Sleeve Shift Dress

By KIMBERLY

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s Kelly green 100% Virgin wool knit short sleeve shift dress! Super soft virgin wool feels luxurious against the skin! Flattering shift shape, with a slight A-line. Mod butt...

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1960s Hong Kong Shift Dresses

Evening gown by Loris Azzaro in black and white silk jersey - Paris Circa 1980
Evening gown by Loris Azzaro in black and white silk jersey - Paris Circa 1980

Evening gown by Loris Azzaro in black and white silk jersey - Paris Circa 1980

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1980 France Long evening dress in black and white silk jersey by Loris Azzaro Couture, dating from the 1980s. Sleeveless peplum dress with a plunging V-neckline at the back and...

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1980s French Maxi Dress

1960's Jean Patou Bordeau Suede Coat Full Mink Lining
1960's Jean Patou Bordeau Suede Coat Full Mink Lining

1960's Jean Patou Bordeau Suede Coat Full Mink Lining

By Jean Patou

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Unusual Jean Patou bordeau suede whip stitched swing coat lined in honey colored mink from the 1960s. So cozy and stylish, this swing coat is perfect over anything to keep you warm i...

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1960s French Swing Coats

Thierry Mugler S/S 2001 Coral Silk Slip Dress with Raffia Fringe
Thierry Mugler S/S 2001 Coral Silk Slip Dress with Raffia Fringe

Thierry Mugler S/S 2001 Coral Silk Slip Dress with Raffia Fringe

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Paris, FR

Silk slip dress Thierry Mugler coral featuring bias-cut construction with asymmetrical raffia fringe detailing. Crafted from lightweight silk in vibrant coral shade with fitted silho...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses

RALPH LAUREN c.1970's Brown Tan Tweed Wool Fitted Button Up Blazer Coat Jacket
RALPH LAUREN c.1970's Brown Tan Tweed Wool Fitted Button Up Blazer Coat Jacket

RALPH LAUREN c.1970's Brown Tan Tweed Wool Fitted Button Up Blazer Coat Jacket

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Thiensville, WI

RALPH LAUREN c.1970's Brown Tan Tweed Wool Button Up Blazer Coat Jacket Brand / Manufacturer: Ralph Lauren Circa: 1970's Label(s): Ralph Lauren, Divina San Francisco, RN 44008 Style...

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1970s Blazers

NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress
NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress

NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress

By Narciso Rodriguez

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Narciso Rodriguez 2018 Original Price $2,995 Special Capsule Collection for Barneys NY The most adorable softest baby pink color bordering on peach Pullover Lined 100% silk IT40 fits...

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2010s Evening Gowns

1960's Antonelli Red & White Wool & Mohair Coat and Skirt Set
1960's Antonelli Red & White Wool & Mohair Coat and Skirt Set

1960's Antonelli Red & White Wool & Mohair Coat and Skirt Set

By Antonelli

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Storied Italian designer Antonelli 1960’s red and white and tan wool and mohair blend coat and skirt ensemble. The coat and skirt are both unlined made of two patterned wools fused t...

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1960s Italian Skirt Suits

1960s Joseph Magnin Gold + Chartreuse Green Silk Brocade 60s Vintage Shift Dress
1960s Joseph Magnin Gold + Chartreuse Green Silk Brocade 60s Vintage Shift Dress

1960s Joseph Magnin Gold + Chartreuse Green Silk Brocade 60s Vintage Shift Dress

By Joseph Magnin Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous 1960s JOSEPH MAGNIN gold and chartreuse green metallic silk shift dress! Features a striking print, with an incredible fit! Fitted bodice, with a straight skirt. Full metal ...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1970's LEONARD of Paris floral printed silk jersey dress
1970's LEONARD of Paris floral printed silk jersey dress

1970's LEONARD of Paris floral printed silk jersey dress

By Leonard, Leonard Fashion

Located in San Fransisco, CA

A 1970's Leonard Paris dress in black silk jersey. It has a simple V-neck bodice with a lightly gathered high waist, falling into a straight skirt. The sleeves are cropped and loose ...

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1970s French 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 of Beverly Hills, Werle 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

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

Comme des Garçons Spring 2008 Blue Gingham Chiffon Ruffled Bolero
Comme des Garçons Spring 2008 Blue Gingham Chiffon Ruffled Bolero

Comme des Garçons Spring 2008 Blue Gingham Chiffon Ruffled Bolero

By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo Comme Des Garcons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rei Kawakubo for Comme des Garçons Ready-to-Wear Spring 2008 navy blue gingham heavily ruffled bolero. This playful piece will strike CdG collectors as visually similar to the iconic...

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1960s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress
1960s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress

1960s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage cocktail dress with a full swinging delicate silk chiffon skirt and draped bustline. Gorgeous quality and construction with what seems like miles of silk fabric. ...

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino Fall/Winter 1996 Runway Finale Dress
Valentino Fall/Winter 1996 Runway Finale Dress

Valentino Fall/Winter 1996 Runway Finale Dress

By Valentino Garavani, Valentino

Located in Norwich, GB

This gown from Valentino’s Fall 1996 ready-to-wear collection is crafted in the house’s signature red, a hallmark shade closely associated with the brand’s identity. Made from lightw...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

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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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