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1980s Drop Waist Dress

Alaïa 1980s Drop Waist Dress
Alaïa 1980s Drop Waist Dress

Alaïa 1980s Drop Waist Dress

$528Sale Price|29% Off

Alaïa 1980s Drop Waist Dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Piece Description: Vintage Alaïa white drop-waist dress from the 1980s. This mid-length piece

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1980s Krizia Blue Silk Printed Drop Waist Dress
1980s Krizia Blue Silk Printed Drop Waist Dress

1980s Krizia Blue Silk Printed Drop Waist Dress

By Krizia

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Very interesting 1980s Krizia maxi dress. Royal blue silk with an allover multicolour print that

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1980s Zandra Rhodes Abstract Motif Drop Waist Silk Dress
1980s Zandra Rhodes Abstract Motif Drop Waist Silk Dress

1980s Zandra Rhodes Abstract Motif Drop Waist Silk Dress

By Zandra Rhodes

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

drop waist dress features a cream and black pattern of flowers, swirls and tribal inspired designs at

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1980s English Evening Dresses

1980s Black Velvet and Tulle Dress
1980s Black Velvet and Tulle Dress

1980s Black Velvet and Tulle Dress

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Anonymous 1980s black velvet drop waist dress with tulle skirt. The bodice has black shoulder

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Raffaella Curiel 1980's Black Strapless Cocktail Dress with Roses
Raffaella Curiel 1980's Black Strapless Cocktail Dress with Roses

Raffaella Curiel 1980's Black Strapless Cocktail Dress with Roses

By Raffaella Curiel

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Fun 1980s Raffaella Curiel strapless, drop waist cocktail dress. Black ruched bodice with scalloped

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Gianni Versace 1980's Drop Waist Dress
Gianni Versace 1980's Drop Waist Dress

Gianni Versace 1980's Drop Waist Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gianni Versace 1980's Black and White Drop Waist Dress

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1980s Shift Dresses

1980's Valentino Navy Crepe Long Sleeve Drop Waist Dress
1980's Valentino Navy Crepe Long Sleeve Drop Waist Dress

1980's Valentino Navy Crepe Long Sleeve Drop Waist Dress

By Valentino

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Valentino 1980’s navy drop-waist wool crepe dress with layered flounce skirt. The high collar and

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Romeo Gigli 1980s Black Drop Waist Maxi Dress
Romeo Gigli 1980s Black Drop Waist Maxi Dress

Romeo Gigli 1980s Black Drop Waist Maxi Dress

By Romeo Gigli

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Elevate your wardrobe with the Romeo Gigli 1980s Black Drop Waist Maxi Dress, a timeless piece that

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1980s Victor Costa Puff-Sleeve Pastel Floral Drop Waist Dress
1980s Victor Costa Puff-Sleeve Pastel Floral Drop Waist Dress

1980s Victor Costa Puff-Sleeve Pastel Floral Drop Waist Dress

By Victor Costa

Located in New York, NY

This dreamy vintage 1980s Victor Costa pastel floral dress features the most 1980s shape, including

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1980s North American Maxi Dresses

early 1980's COMME DES GARCONS printed dress with pleats and dropped waist
early 1980's COMME DES GARCONS printed dress with pleats and dropped waist

early 1980's COMME DES GARCONS printed dress with pleats and dropped waist

By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare, printed rayon dress with sewn front pleats, dolman style sleeves and dropped waist from

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Patricia Lester 1980s Green Velvet Drop Waist Maxi Dress
Patricia Lester 1980s Green Velvet Drop Waist Maxi Dress

Patricia Lester 1980s Green Velvet Drop Waist Maxi Dress

By Patricia Lester

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Step into the enchanting world of the Patricia Lester 1980s Green Velvet Drop Waist Maxi Dress – a

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1980s Welsh Day Dresses

Scaasi Chiffon Drop Waist Dress circa 1980s
Scaasi Chiffon Drop Waist Dress circa 1980s

Scaasi Chiffon Drop Waist Dress circa 1980s

By Arnold Scaasi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a red chiffon dress by Scaasi c. 1980s. It features a drop waist using a horizontal zig

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1980s Evening Dresses

Chanel circa 1980s Print Drop Waist Chiffon Dress
Chanel circa 1980s Print Drop Waist Chiffon Dress

Chanel circa 1980s Print Drop Waist Chiffon Dress

By Chanel

Located in US

Chanel dress features a unique print throughout with a drop-waist. There is a back zipper and hook

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Valentino Vintage White Silk Drop Waist Dress, 1980s
Valentino Vintage White Silk Drop Waist Dress, 1980s

Valentino Vintage White Silk Drop Waist Dress, 1980s

By Valentino Garavani, Valentino

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A fabulous 1980s Valentino drop-waist silk dress with a fitted pleated panel across the hip, a

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Diane Freis 1980s Dress
Diane Freis 1980s Dress

Diane Freis 1980s Dress

By Diane Freis

Located in New York, NY

VINTAGE GRACE NY 1980s Diane Freis Drop Waist Tiered Printed Dress with Bishop Sleeves and Ruffled

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1980s Escada Drop Waist Pleated Dress

1980s Escada Drop Waist Pleated Dress

By Escada

Located in San Francisco, CA

1980s Escada Drop Waist Pleated Dress. Wool blend fabric. Fully lined.

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1980s Day Dresses

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1980s Chloe Olive Green Drop Waist Dress

1980s Chloe Olive Green Drop Waist Dress

By Chloé, Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe

Located in Houston, TX

Perfect Dress! Pleated drop waist skirt with sheer lace inserts peak interest in this easy to wear dress

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By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

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On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary 1980s drop waist dress for your needs in our varied inventory. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Gray, Pink and more. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Chanel, Arnold Scaasi and Escada are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1980s Drop Waist Dress?

The price for a 1980s drop waist dress starts at $259 and tops out at $2,200, and on average, selling for $602.

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