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Percival Lafer MP-81 three seater sofa in yellow leather, Brazil 1970s
Percival Lafer MP-81 three seater sofa in yellow leather, Brazil 1970s

Percival Lafer MP-81 three seater sofa in yellow leather, Brazil 1970s

By Percival Lafer

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Incredible MP-81 three seater sofa in original yellow leather by Percival Lafer, Brazil 1970s A

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Vintage 1960s Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

Italian space age three-seater sofa in yellow fabric and black wood, 1970s
Italian space age three-seater sofa in yellow fabric and black wood, 1970s

Italian space age three-seater sofa in yellow fabric and black wood, 1970s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian space age Three-seater sofa in yellow fabric and black wood, 1970s Three-seater sofa with

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Martin Visser BZ53 Sofa in New Yellow Wool and Black Frame 1970s Spectrum
Martin Visser BZ53 Sofa in New Yellow Wool and Black Frame 1970s Spectrum

Martin Visser BZ53 Sofa in New Yellow Wool and Black Frame 1970s Spectrum

By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser

Located in Beek en Donk, NL

The BZ53 sofa is the petit version of the BR03 and BR02 series. Although the BZ53 is not extendable

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Vintage 1970s Albanian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wool

1960s-1970s Danish Mid-Century Two-Seat Sofa with Original Yellow Upholstery
1960s-1970s Danish Mid-Century Two-Seat Sofa with Original Yellow Upholstery

1960s-1970s Danish Mid-Century Two-Seat Sofa with Original Yellow Upholstery

Located in London, GB

This sofa has the original fabric in a fantastic bright colour which is still in exceptionally good

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

1960-1970s Danish Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa with Original Yellow Upholstery
1960-1970s Danish Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa with Original Yellow Upholstery

1960-1970s Danish Mid-Century Three-Seat Sofa with Original Yellow Upholstery

Located in London, GB

This sofa has the original fabric in a fantastic bright color which is still in exceptionally good

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Beech

1960s-1970s Set of Two Danish Mid-Century Sofas with Original Yellow Upholstery
1960s-1970s Set of Two Danish Mid-Century Sofas with Original Yellow Upholstery

1960s-1970s Set of Two Danish Mid-Century Sofas with Original Yellow Upholstery

Located in London, GB

A matching set consisting of a three and a two-seat sofa. The sofas have the original fabric in a

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Teak

Vintage Mid Century Yellow Loveseat Sofa by Sawyers, 1970s
Vintage Mid Century Yellow Loveseat Sofa by Sawyers, 1970s

Vintage Mid Century Yellow Loveseat Sofa by Sawyers, 1970s

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century modern loveseat made by Sawyers Furniture Company is circa 1970. With

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Vintage velvet modular sofa by Laauser, 1970s
Vintage velvet modular sofa by Laauser, 1970s

Vintage velvet modular sofa by Laauser, 1970s

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H 25.99 in W 161.42 in D 72.84 in

Vintage velvet modular sofa by Laauser, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Seventies olive green velvet fabric sofa with 6 seating elements with two modular armrests. You

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

1970s "Patate" 7-Piece Modular Sofa by Airborne
1970s "Patate" 7-Piece Modular Sofa by Airborne

1970s "Patate" 7-Piece Modular Sofa by Airborne

Located in Toronto, CA

The “Patate” modular sofa by Airborne France radiates the playful optimism of its time. Composed of

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Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Foam, Fabric

1970s Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 9 Piece Modular Yellow Sofa Sectional
1970s Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 9 Piece Modular Yellow Sofa Sectional

1970s Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 9 Piece Modular Yellow Sofa Sectional

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A vintage 1970s 9 piece Thayer Coggin sectional sofa. This extraordinary sectional sofa features an

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Vintage 1970s American Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Split Bamboo Sofa, 1970's
Split Bamboo Sofa, 1970's

Split Bamboo Sofa, 1970's

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H 32 in W 89.75 in D 36 in

Split Bamboo Sofa, 1970's

Located in Miami, FL

Split bamboo sofa, Circa 1970 USA Generous proportion and curved lines Newly upholstered in

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Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Reed

Karl Wittmann Sofa Daybed Independence, Patinated Yellow Leather, Austria, 1970s
Karl Wittmann Sofa Daybed Independence, Patinated Yellow Leather, Austria, 1970s

Karl Wittmann Sofa Daybed Independence, Patinated Yellow Leather, Austria, 1970s

By Karl Wittmann, Wittmann

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

Möbelwerkstätten, Austria, in midcentury, circa 1970. This is a very rare piece, especially in yellow. The leather

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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Metal

Don Chadwick Yellow Modular Sofa, Herman Miller, UK, 1970s
Don Chadwick Yellow Modular Sofa, Herman Miller, UK, 1970s

Don Chadwick Yellow Modular Sofa, Herman Miller, UK, 1970s

By Herman Miller, Don Chadwick

Located in London, GB

best known for Aeron and Equa desk chairs. This vibrant two-piece modular sofa was manufactured by

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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wool

DREIPUNKT MODULAR SECTIONAL SOFA ARMCHAIRS LEATHER YELLOW, GERMANY 1970s
DREIPUNKT MODULAR SECTIONAL SOFA ARMCHAIRS LEATHER YELLOW, GERMANY 1970s

DREIPUNKT MODULAR SECTIONAL SOFA ARMCHAIRS LEATHER YELLOW, GERMANY 1970s

By Dreipunkt International

Located in Reutlingen, DE

Exceptionally beautiful set of five modular lounge chairs, completely upholstered in yellow leather

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather

Italian sofa in yellow velvet, 1970s
Italian sofa in yellow velvet, 1970s

Italian sofa in yellow velvet, 1970s

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H 28.75 in W 78.75 in D 35.44 in

Italian sofa in yellow velvet, 1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

A very comfortable design with eye-catching colors. This 1970s Italian sofa has been recently

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Cord

Strips Modular Sofa in gold/yellow velvet by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1970s
Strips Modular Sofa in gold/yellow velvet by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1970s

Strips Modular Sofa in gold/yellow velvet by Cini Boeri for Arflex, 1970s

By Cini Boeri, Arflex

Located in amstelveen, NL

Strips sofa designed by Cini Boeri for Arflex in the late 1960s. One of the most famous products of

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Pair of italian armchairs in yellow velvet, 1970s
Pair of italian armchairs in yellow velvet, 1970s

Pair of italian armchairs in yellow velvet, 1970s

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H 28.75 in W 78.75 in D 35.44 in

Pair of italian armchairs in yellow velvet, 1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

A very comfortable design with eye-catching colors, these 1970s Italian armchairs have been

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Cord

Milo Baughman Yellow & Blue Lattice Three-Piece Sectional, Thayer Coggin, 1970s
Milo Baughman Yellow & Blue Lattice Three-Piece Sectional, Thayer Coggin, 1970s

Milo Baughman Yellow & Blue Lattice Three-Piece Sectional, Thayer Coggin, 1970s

By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Milo Baughman yellow and blue lattice three-piece sectional, Thayer Coggin, 1970s. Gorgeous

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Textile

Large 1970s Curved Yellow Two-Piece Sectional Sofa
Large 1970s Curved Yellow Two-Piece Sectional Sofa

Large 1970s Curved Yellow Two-Piece Sectional Sofa

Located in New York, NY

Large curved two-piece sectional sofa with original yellow upholstery. USA, 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s American Sectional Sofas

Two-seater Sofa in Yellow Leather, Italy, 1970s
Two-seater Sofa in Yellow Leather, Italy, 1970s

Two-seater Sofa in Yellow Leather, Italy, 1970s

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H 27.17 in W 61.03 in D 39.38 in

Two-seater Sofa in Yellow Leather, Italy, 1970s

Located in Antwerpen, BE

Two-seater sofa designed and produced in Italy around 1970. This banana yellow love seat can lift

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Chrome

1970s Blue and Yellow Floral Motif Sofa by Highland House of Hickory
1970s Blue and Yellow Floral Motif Sofa by Highland House of Hickory

1970s Blue and Yellow Floral Motif Sofa by Highland House of Hickory

Located in Richmond, VA

Offered is a beautiful, 1970s couch from Highland House of Hickory. It has its original exuberant

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Yellow Leather Togo Sofa Set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s Yellow Le
Yellow Leather Togo Sofa Set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s Yellow Le

Yellow Leather Togo Sofa Set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s Yellow Le

By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in Berlin, DE

Roset in France. It has been reupholstered in genuine yellow leather and is made up of the following

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather

Vintage Yellow Microfibre Togo Sofa Set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s
Vintage Yellow Microfibre Togo Sofa Set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s

Vintage Yellow Microfibre Togo Sofa Set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s

By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in Berlin, DE

reupholstered in yellow high quality Italvelutti microfibre and consists of the following pieces (W x D x H

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Faux Leather

Vintage Yellow Microfibre Togo Sofa Set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s
Vintage Yellow Microfibre Togo Sofa Set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s

Vintage Yellow Microfibre Togo Sofa Set by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, 1970s

By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset

Located in Berlin, DE

reupholstered in yellow high quality Italvelutti microfibre and consists of the following pieces (W x D x H

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Faux Leather

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By Figure Ground, George Nakashima, Donald Judd

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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$15,439 / item

H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in

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By Munna Design Studio

Located in NEW YORK, NY

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Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
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Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V

$3,990 / item

H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in

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By Dusty Deco

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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1970s Brazilian Wood and Leather “MP-115” Chair by Percival Lafer

By Percival Lafer

Located in Victoria, BC

*Please note: We have three of these chairs available. This listing / price is for one chair. Introducing the Percival Lafer MP115 Modular Sofa/Chairs – one of the most rare Lafer ...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Leather

Luigi Colani Modular Orbis Sofa Table 1969  COR Germany Orange Velvet Space Age
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By COR, Luigi Colani

Located in Munster, NRW

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Plywood

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Original Sunball Chair by Gunter Ris and Ferdinand Selldorf for Rosenthal

Original Sunball Chair by Gunter Ris and Ferdinand Selldorf for Rosenthal

$30,350Sale Price|32% Off

H 59.06 in W 70.08 in D 52.37 in

Original Sunball Chair by Gunter Ris and Ferdinand Selldorf for Rosenthal

By Ris and Selldorf, Rosenthal

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

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By Jean Gillon

Located in Saint Paul, MN

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$15,384Sale Price|20% Off

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By Alessandro Becchi

Located in Arezzo, Italy

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Steel

Percival Lafer MP-41 Lounge Chairs for Craft Associates
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By Percival Lafer, Craft Associates

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

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By B&B Italia, Kazuhide Takahama

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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By Percival Lafer

Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA

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Space Age Fiberglass Bed by Astarte, 1970s

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$9,735

H 20.87 in W 71.66 in D 88.59 in

Space Age Fiberglass Bed by Astarte, 1970s

By Astarte Milano

Located in Parma, IT

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Fabulous Steelcase Fiberglass Leather Space Age Modern Sofa William Andrus
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By Steelcase

Located in Pemberton, NJ

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MP-81 2-seater Sofa by Percival Lafer for Lafer MP

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By Percival Lafer, Lafer

Located in Wien, AT

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1970s Sofa Yellow For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1970s sofa yellow for your home. Each 1970s sofa yellow for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, animal skin and leather. There are many kinds of the 1970s sofa yellow you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right 1970s sofa yellow, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Louis XV and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1970s sofa yellow over the years, but those crafted by Ligne Roset, Michel Ducaroy and Karl Wittmann are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a 1970s Sofa Yellow?

The average selling price for a 1970s sofa yellow at 1stDibs is $5,750, while they’re typically $2,295 on the low end and $26,000 for the highest priced.

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With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

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Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

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Questions About 1970s Sofa Yellow
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
  • 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    After the success of his “Sol” series in the 1960s, Richard Anuszkiewicz began to focus on his “Centered Square” designs in the mid-1970s. He used interacting colors to change the perception of the art in the eye of the viewer. You can shop a selection of Richard Anuszkiewicz pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.