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1980s Leather Dress

Red leather dress with zip  Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather Circa 1980's
Red leather dress with zip  Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather Circa 1980's

Red leather dress with zip Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather Circa 1980's

By Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Red genuine leather dress with zip in the middle front and raglan sleeves. Rayon lining. Cut-work. Short boned on the middle back ( lenght= 6,5 cm) Zip at the end of the sleeves. SI...

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1980s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

Pink leather dress Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather Circa 1980's
Pink leather dress Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather Circa 1980's

Pink leather dress Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather Circa 1980's

By Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Pink leather dress with zip in the middle front and shoulder-pads. Cut-work. Lining: 100% rayon. Size XS

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1980s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

Michael Hoban Tribal Leather Tank Dress, 1980s
Michael Hoban Tribal Leather Tank Dress, 1980s

Michael Hoban Tribal Leather Tank Dress, 1980s

By Michael Hoban

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Channel the best of the 1980s in our Michael Hoban leather tank dress! Solid black leather bust with tribal like patchwork pattern on the bottom in shades of orange, teal, blue and b...

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1980s American Mini Dress

Vintage 1980’s Callaghan wool jersey dress with corduroy detail & leather belt
Vintage 1980’s Callaghan wool jersey dress with corduroy detail & leather belt

Vintage 1980’s Callaghan wool jersey dress with corduroy detail & leather belt

By CALLAGHAN

Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU

This beautiful, vintage early 1980's Callaghan wool jersey dress with unique corduroy detail to the cuffs and bind on the raglan sleeve is designed by Gianni Versace when he was work...

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1980s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

Emanuel Ungaro New Leather Color Block Dress 1980s
Emanuel Ungaro New Leather Color Block Dress 1980s

Emanuel Ungaro New Leather Color Block Dress 1980s

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous soft, supple leather dress by Emanuel Ungaro in black and grey. It has a crew neckline, long sleeves with zipper cuffs and shoulder pads. The dress is black with an angul...

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1980s Italian Day Dresses

1980’s Red Leather Vintage Power Dressing Punk Rock Mini Dress
1980’s Red Leather Vintage Power Dressing Punk Rock Mini Dress

1980’s Red Leather Vintage Power Dressing Punk Rock Mini Dress

Located in Sheffield, GB

A fun 1980’s red Leather mini dress. Featuring cut out detail lattice sleeves, press stud buttons down the front, interior draw-tie waistline and above the knee length hem.

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1980s Korean Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jacques Lelong 1980s White Leather Studded Dress
Jacques Lelong 1980s White Leather Studded Dress

Jacques Lelong 1980s White Leather Studded Dress

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This dress embodies the essence of 1980s fashion, marrying the timeless appeal of white leather with the boldness of the era's design.

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Leather Suede Sequin Black Dress 1980s
Leather Suede Sequin Black Dress 1980s

Leather Suede Sequin Black Dress 1980s

Located in Wallkill, NY

1980s Black Leather, lace and sequins. Drop waist-ed Dress.

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1980s American Informal Dresses

1980s Black Silk Jersey Batwing Dress with Leather Applique
1980s Black Silk Jersey Batwing Dress with Leather Applique

1980s Black Silk Jersey Batwing Dress with Leather Applique

Located in London, GB

Statement 1980s silk jersey trapeze dress, complete with dramatic leather appliqué detail to each shoulder.

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1980s British Evening Dresses

1980s Gianni Versace Stretch Knit Embossed Leather Hip Tie Black Wool Dress 38IT
1980s Gianni Versace Stretch Knit Embossed Leather Hip Tie Black Wool Dress 38IT

1980s Gianni Versace Stretch Knit Embossed Leather Hip Tie Black Wool Dress 38IT

By Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Gianni Versace dress from the 1980s is crafted in black wool knit with long sleeves, structured shoulder pads, and a relaxed draped bodice.

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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Michael Hoban for North Beach Red Zippered Leather Dress Vintage 1980s
Michael Hoban for North Beach Red Zippered Leather Dress Vintage 1980s

Michael Hoban for North Beach Red Zippered Leather Dress Vintage 1980s

By NORTH BEACH

Located in Wallkill, NY

Stunning color Red Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather dress with zippers down the collar to the end of sleeve as well as up the side of the dress Dolman Sleeve. Measures up to a 4...

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1980s American Evening Dresses

1980s Bob Mackie Couture Emerald Green Chiffon Leather Leaf 80s Grecian Gown 6
1980s Bob Mackie Couture Emerald Green Chiffon Leather Leaf 80s Grecian Gown 6

1980s Bob Mackie Couture Emerald Green Chiffon Leather Leaf 80s Grecian Gown 6

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Quite possibly my favorite BOB MACKIE Couture dress EVER! I cannot even begin to describe this beauty! Beautiful emerald green silk with black silk chiffon overlay. Features a conver...

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1980s American Evening Gowns

1980s Ted Lapidus perforated leather top and skirt set
1980s Ted Lapidus perforated leather top and skirt set

1980s Ted Lapidus perforated leather top and skirt set

By Ted Lapidus

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1980s Ted Lapidus bronze metallic perforated spaghetti strap top and skirt. Top measurement: Bust: 36"/ Waist: 32" / top length: 17" Skirt measurement: W: 28"/ H: 46"/ skirt ...

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1980s French Dress and Coat Ensembles

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A 1980s Vintage Roberto Cavalli Embellished Leather Patchwork Cocktail Dress XS
A 1980s Vintage Roberto Cavalli Embellished Leather Patchwork Cocktail Dress XS

A 1980s Vintage Roberto Cavalli Embellished Leather Patchwork Cocktail Dress XS

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A great 1980s Roberto Cavalli embellished leather patchwork dress with sequin embellished straps and sweetheart neckline.

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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Michael Hoban North Beach Leather Purple / Blue Moto Dress with Zippers, 1980s
Michael Hoban North Beach Leather Purple / Blue Moto Dress with Zippers, 1980s

Michael Hoban North Beach Leather Purple / Blue Moto Dress with Zippers, 1980s

By Michael Hoban

Located in Los Angeles, CA

North Beach Leather Michael Hoban Purple/Blue Leather Moto dress with Zippers. Size Label - Small Measurements taken flat: Shoulder Seam to shoulder seam - 19" Armpit to armpit - 1...

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1990s Hong Kong Day Dresses

1980s GIANNI VERSACE Black Leather Suit Dress
1980s GIANNI VERSACE Black Leather Suit Dress

1980s GIANNI VERSACE Black Leather Suit Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Milan, Italy

This awesome Gianni Versace suit dress is in a black soft quilted leather and sheepskin. The jacket has oversize line, dolman sleeves, padded shoulder and asymmetric closure, two sid...

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1980s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

North Beach Leather Black & Gold Leather Dress Circa 1980's
North Beach Leather Black & Gold Leather Dress Circa 1980's

North Beach Leather Black & Gold Leather Dress Circa 1980's

By North Beach Leather

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Ultimate 80's rocker dress. Sexy butter soft leather body con dress with gold leather trim and matching North Beach gold buttons on faux front pockets, cuffs and front (don't actuall...

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1980s American Mini Dress

very rare 1980's GIANNI VERSACE asymmetrically cut leather dress
very rare 1980's GIANNI VERSACE asymmetrically cut leather dress

very rare 1980's GIANNI VERSACE asymmetrically cut leather dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very soft black leather asymmetrically cut dress from Gianni Versace dating to the 1980's.

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1980s Italian Day Dresses

Multicolor patchwork leather dress with belt Lisa Baker Circa 1980's
Multicolor patchwork leather dress with belt Lisa Baker Circa 1980's

Multicolor patchwork leather dress with belt Lisa Baker Circa 1980's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Multicolor patchwork leather dress. No fabric tag composition for the lining but probably rayon or acetate. Shoulder-pads. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle back. Cut-work....

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1980s Israeli Day Dresses

Zandra Rhodes hand painted raw silk and leather dress, 1980s
Zandra Rhodes hand painted raw silk and leather dress, 1980s

Zandra Rhodes hand painted raw silk and leather dress, 1980s

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very unique hand painted raw silk dress with suede leather detail from Zandra Rhodes dating to the 1980's.

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1980s British Day Dresses

Mugler 1980s Super Sculpted Leather Dress w/ Cutout and Trumpet
Mugler 1980s Super Sculpted Leather Dress w/ Cutout and Trumpet

Mugler 1980s Super Sculpted Leather Dress w/ Cutout and Trumpet

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Gresham, OR

This super-hot Thierry Mugler, 1980s super-sculpted leather dress with cutout and neckline buttons down the back and trumpet flared hem will fit like a glove!

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1980s French Sheath Dresses

Michael Hoban Rainbow Pop Art Leather Dress, 1980s
Michael Hoban Rainbow Pop Art Leather Dress, 1980s

Michael Hoban Rainbow Pop Art Leather Dress, 1980s

By Michael Hoban

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Incredible 1980s rainbow leather dress from iconic leather designer Michael Hoban.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1980s Gianni Versace Stretch Knit Embossed Leather Hip Tie Black Wool Dress
1980s Gianni Versace Stretch Knit Embossed Leather Hip Tie Black Wool Dress

1980s Gianni Versace Stretch Knit Embossed Leather Hip Tie Black Wool Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From the 1980s, this beautiful long sleeve dress features built-in shoulder pads, an oversized top, and crocodile embossed leather tie detail around the hips.

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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1980s Michael Hoban Winter White Leather Libra Bodycon Dress
1980s Michael Hoban Winter White Leather Libra Bodycon Dress

1980s Michael Hoban Winter White Leather Libra Bodycon Dress

By Michael Hoban

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Incredible 1980s body-con dress from iconic leather designer Michael Hoban!

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1980s Soft Pink Leather 3 Piece Set With Ruffled Bralet
Vintage 1980s Soft Pink Leather 3 Piece Set With Ruffled Bralet

Vintage 1980s Soft Pink Leather 3 Piece Set With Ruffled Bralet

Located in London, GB

This sensational pink leather 3 piece set is in lovely condition and is extremely adaptable - each piece translates effortlessly as separates and could be used independently to diver...

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1980s Unknown Dress and Coat Ensembles

Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black Open back Leather Coat Dress
Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black Open back Leather Coat Dress

Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black Open back Leather Coat Dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Hong Kong, HK

The Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black Open back Leather Coat Dress is a timeless piece.

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1990s Jackets

Valentino 1980's Leather Dress/Jacket
Valentino 1980's Leather Dress/Jacket

Valentino 1980's Leather Dress/Jacket

By Valentino

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Get your hands on this vintage 1980's Valentino gem. This has a beautifully soft camel colored leather with a knit arms and collar.

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1980s Italian Jackets

Claude Montana Vintage 1980's Black Buttery Leather Coat Dress
Claude Montana Vintage 1980's Black Buttery Leather Coat Dress

Claude Montana Vintage 1980's Black Buttery Leather Coat Dress

By Claude Montana

Located in Sparks, NV

Softest buttery lambskin leather coat dress by Claude Montana. Deep black creamy leather is in phenomenal condition. The piece hooks up the front and snaps at the arm cuffs. Dramatic...

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1980s American Casual Dresses

1980s Western Cowgirl Leather Dress With Fringe
1980s Western Cowgirl Leather Dress With Fringe

1980s Western Cowgirl Leather Dress With Fringe

Located in New York, NY

Buttery soft leather with a fitted cut in about a size 4-6, our model is a 2 and it is loose on her.

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1980s Unknown Day Dresses

Sexy Vintage 1980s North Beach Leather 80s Body Con Avant Garde Open Back Dress
Sexy Vintage 1980s North Beach Leather 80s Body Con Avant Garde Open Back Dress

Sexy Vintage 1980s North Beach Leather 80s Body Con Avant Garde Open Back Dress

By Michael Hoban, North Beach Leather

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage North Beach Leather long sleeve black leather Body Con dress! The red version was worn by Pam, on, "True Blood!" Flattering fit, with slimming ruching detail at waist. A...

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

Jacqueline de Ribes Silk Dress With Leather Straps 1980s
Jacqueline de Ribes Silk Dress With Leather Straps 1980s

Jacqueline de Ribes Silk Dress With Leather Straps 1980s

By Jacqueline de Ribes

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous red silk dress with black dots by French designer Jacqueline de Ribes. It has a double breasted wrap style closing with round black buttons and bound buttonholes and fabu...

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1980s French Day Dresses

Emanuel Ungaro Paris Avant-garde Edgy Brown Leather Dress Made in Italy c 1980s
Emanuel Ungaro Paris Avant-garde Edgy Brown Leather Dress Made in Italy c 1980s

Emanuel Ungaro Paris Avant-garde Edgy Brown Leather Dress Made in Italy c 1980s

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in University City, MO

Emanuel Ungaro Paris Avant-garde brown leather dress Made in Italy c 1980s The edgy dress is constructed with supple smooth chocolate brown leather A series of small black resin but...

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Late 20th Century Italian Casual Dresses

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1980s Leather Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary 1980s leather dress you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Gray, Red and more in stock now. Finding the perfect 1980s leather dress may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 20th Century, can also be found on the site. An accessory like this designed by Michael Hoban, North Beach Leather and Gianni Versace — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. Finding a 1980s leather dress for sale for women should be easy, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a 1980s Leather Dress?

On average, a 1980s leather dress on 1stDibs sells for $763, while they’re typically $150 on the low end and $10,544 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

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