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1988 Dresses

Louis Féraud Silk Colorful Print Dress, Circa 1988
Louis Féraud Silk Colorful Print Dress, Circa 1988

Louis Féraud Silk Colorful Print Dress, Circa 1988

By Louis Feraud Paris, Louis Feraud

Located in Brooklyn, NY

🌺 A beautiful and vibrant dress by an Iconic French Designer! Circa: Printemps 1988 Louis Féraud Made in Germany Tagged Size FR42/US10 Black, Pink, Green, Yellow, White, Purple,...

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1980s German Day Dresses

Chanel vintage 1988 pleated navy blue silk dress M
Chanel vintage 1988 pleated navy blue silk dress M

Chanel vintage 1988 pleated navy blue silk dress M

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Chanel Spring/Summer 1988 runway show silk navy blue dress , size Medium.

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1680s European Day Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Harlequin Mini Dress, 1988
Yves Saint Laurent Harlequin Mini Dress, 1988

Yves Saint Laurent Harlequin Mini Dress, 1988

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Cotton mini dress printed with purple, blue, and green harlequin pattern.

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20th Century French Mini Dresses

Louis Feraud dress Haute Couture 1988
Louis Feraud dress Haute Couture 1988

Louis Feraud dress Haute Couture 1988

By Louis Feraud

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

LOUIS FERAUD - (Made in France) Long-sleeved dress embroidered with a leaf pattern made of white sequins, black tubular pearls, and with pastel-tone flowers.

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1980s French Evening Dresses

1988 Moschino "Kiss My Patch" Embroidered Strapless Polka Dot Dress
1988 Moschino "Kiss My Patch" Embroidered Strapless Polka Dot Dress

1988 Moschino "Kiss My Patch" Embroidered Strapless Polka Dot Dress

By Moschino

Located in Concord, NC

Super fun and whimsical rare 1988 Moschino red and off-white polka dot strapless silk dress embroidered with playful cartoon patches all over the entire dress.

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1980s Italian Day Dresses

1988 Documented Christian Lacroix Couture Rose Print Dress
1988 Documented Christian Lacroix Couture Rose Print Dress

1988 Documented Christian Lacroix Couture Rose Print Dress

By Christian Lacroix

Located in London, GB

A true treasure, this incredible dress walked the runway as part of Christian Lacroix’s memorable Spring 1988 collection.

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1990s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

F/W 1988 Bob Mackie Runway Beaded Purple Ostrich Feather Mini Dress custom
F/W 1988 Bob Mackie Runway Beaded Purple Ostrich Feather Mini Dress custom

F/W 1988 Bob Mackie Runway Beaded Purple Ostrich Feather Mini Dress custom

By Bob Mackie

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting an incredible jaguar patterned Bob Mackie mini dress. A yellow variation of this dazzling dress debuted on the Fall/Winter 1988 runway and was worn by Bernadette Peters wi...

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1980s North American Mini Dress

Alaïa Double Breasted Dress A/W 1988
Alaïa Double Breasted Dress A/W 1988

Alaïa Double Breasted Dress A/W 1988

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in London, GB

- Autumn /Winter 1998 Runway collection by Aezzedine Alaïa - Sold by Mae Vintage London - Double breasted checked dress with cinched waist - Held in the permeant collection of th...

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1980s Formal Wear

1988 STEPHEN SPROUSE black sequined RUNWAY dress
1988 STEPHEN SPROUSE black sequined RUNWAY dress

1988 STEPHEN SPROUSE black sequined RUNWAY dress

By Stephen Sprouse

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare black sequined dress from Stephen Sprouse, dating to Spring 1988, exactly as seen on the runway.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Sweater Dress Spring-Summer, 1988
Yves Saint Laurent Sweater Dress Spring-Summer, 1988

Yves Saint Laurent Sweater Dress Spring-Summer, 1988

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent -(Made in France) Sweater dress in red raffia and scottish yarn. Size 38FR.

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1980s French Evening Dresses

1988 Bill Blass Black Lace and Hot Pink Cocktail Dress
1988 Bill Blass Black Lace and Hot Pink Cocktail Dress

1988 Bill Blass Black Lace and Hot Pink Cocktail Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1988 Bill Blass Black Lace knee length cocktail dress with hot pink satin bustle. 3/4 sleeves.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Alaïa Double Breasted Checked Dress A/W 1988
Alaïa Double Breasted Checked Dress A/W 1988

Alaïa Double Breasted Checked Dress A/W 1988

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in London, GB

- Autumn /Winter 1998 Runway collection by Aezzedine Alaïa - Sold by Mae Vintage London - Double breasted checked dress with cinched waist - Held in the permeant collection of th...

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1980s Formal Wear

1988 Chanel Runway Documented Striped Camelia Print Midi Dress
1988 Chanel Runway Documented Striped Camelia Print Midi Dress

1988 Chanel Runway Documented Striped Camelia Print Midi Dress

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

This documented Chanel dress walked the runway as part of Chanel’s Spring 1988 collection and can just be seen in the background in one of the runway shots.

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1980s French Evening Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent maxi dress Winter 1988
Yves Saint Laurent maxi dress Winter 1988

Yves Saint Laurent maxi dress Winter 1988

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Black and red velvet maxi dress. Size 38FR. 1998 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of Yves Saint Laurent. Condition: Very goo...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1988 AZZEDINE ALAIA ribbed RUNWAY dress with ruched back
1988 AZZEDINE ALAIA ribbed RUNWAY dress with ruched back

1988 AZZEDINE ALAIA ribbed RUNWAY dress with ruched back

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare black ribbed knit dress from Azzedine Alaia’s 1988 fall collection, shown on the runway.

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent Knit & Tulle Mini Dress, Fall-Winter 1988
Yves Saint Laurent Knit & Tulle Mini Dress, Fall-Winter 1988

Yves Saint Laurent Knit & Tulle Mini Dress, Fall-Winter 1988

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Geneva, CH

Anthony Vaccarello has dived into Saint Laurent's archives once more ! We can find a close inspiration of this original 80's dress in the current 2019 Fall-Winter collection (see pic...

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1980s French Mini Dresses

Gianni Versace S/S 1988 Chainmail Orton Mini Dress
Gianni Versace S/S 1988 Chainmail Orton Mini Dress

Gianni Versace S/S 1988 Chainmail Orton Mini Dress

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Milano, IT

- Designed by Gianni Versace - Sold by Skof.Archive - Spring Summer 1988 - Orton chainmail mini dress Features a shimmering surface with intricate chainmail detail - Sleeveless desig...

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1980s Italian Evening Gowns

1988 Ungaro Runway Documented Metallic Black Bustle Dress
1988 Ungaro Runway Documented Metallic Black Bustle Dress

1988 Ungaro Runway Documented Metallic Black Bustle Dress

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in London, GB

Our model's sizes are: Bust: 33" (84cm), Waist: 26" (66cm), Hips: 34" (86cm) and Height: 5' 7" (170cm) and she's a size UK 6-8, US 2-4. This dress fit her well. There is a striking...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Thierry Mugler Goddess Dress SS 1988 Été Africain Gown
Thierry Mugler Goddess Dress SS 1988 Été Africain Gown

Thierry Mugler Goddess Dress SS 1988 Été Africain Gown

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Stunning rare Thierry Mugler dress, 'African Summer' Spring Summer Collection 1988.

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel Lace Striped Camellia Empire Dress S/S 1988
Chanel Lace Striped Camellia Empire Dress S/S 1988

Chanel Lace Striped Camellia Empire Dress S/S 1988

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Boca Raton, FL

A classy combination of timeless lace and an unexpected patterned skirt speaks to Chanel’s simple aesthetic and grand personality. A rare find, this dress can be seen in the featured...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Iconic Sculptural Thierry Mugler Dress SS 1988 Été Africain
Iconic Sculptural Thierry Mugler Dress SS 1988 Été Africain

Iconic Sculptural Thierry Mugler Dress SS 1988 Été Africain

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Extremely rare piece of wearable art: Thierry Mugler Spring Summer Collection ' Été Africain' Runway Dress, The dress reads like liquid armor: sensuous, controlled, and unmistakably ...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare 1988 Runway Franco Moschino Fruit & Veg Print Raffia Novelty Cocktail Dress
Rare 1988 Runway Franco Moschino Fruit & Veg Print Raffia Novelty Cocktail Dress

Rare 1988 Runway Franco Moschino Fruit & Veg Print Raffia Novelty Cocktail Dress

By Franco Moschino, Moschino

Located in Sheffield, GB

Spring Summer 1988 Archival, Runway Vintage fruit & veg print cocktail dress by Franco Moschino, with a novelty Raffia hay neckline detail.

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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Red Dress
Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Red Dress

Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Red Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

This striking red dress is a testament to Mugler’s sculptural genius.

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Iconic Été Africain Collection Dress
Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Iconic Été Africain Collection Dress

Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Iconic Été Africain Collection Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Extremely rare collectors piece, original dress from the legendary 1988 Thierry Mugler Spring Summer "African Collection".

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Lacroix Runway Silk Velvet Feather Dress, FW 1988
Christian Lacroix Runway Silk Velvet Feather Dress, FW 1988

Christian Lacroix Runway Silk Velvet Feather Dress, FW 1988

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Marlborough, GB

Christian Lacroix silk velvet feather dress with beading, Fall Winter 1988 Electric purple Strapless and form-fitting, with black pleated tulle along the neckline and hem giving it a...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Été Africain dramatic Dress Black
Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Été Africain dramatic Dress Black

Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Été Africain dramatic Dress Black

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

There is something almost ceremonial about this Thierry Mugler Spring/Summer 1988 Été Africain Collection dress - a piece that doesn’t merely clothe the body, but consecrates it.

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Angelo Tarlazzi Glitter Strapless Dress, Circa 1988
Angelo Tarlazzi Glitter Strapless Dress, Circa 1988

Angelo Tarlazzi Glitter Strapless Dress, Circa 1988

By Angelo Tarlazzi

Located in Geneva, CH

Back to the 80s with this fitted Angelo Tarlazzi strapless dress ! Made of silk jersey, the upper part of the dress is completely ruched, giving the illusion of a two piece construct...

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1980s French Shift Cocktail Dresses

Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Dress Rare Purple
Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Dress Rare Purple

Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Dress Rare Purple

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

And in his Fall/Winter 1988/89 Les Infernales (She Devils) Collection, Mugler distilled the very essence of femme fatale power into couture.

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1980s French Evening Dresses

1988 Ungaro Documented Silk Gold and Black Floral Dress
1988 Ungaro Documented Silk Gold and Black Floral Dress

1988 Ungaro Documented Silk Gold and Black Floral Dress

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in London, GB

Made in Italy, this documented dress dates back to Fall 1988 and was created as part of the brand’s “Parallele” line which was Ungaro's high-end ready to wear clothing.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Dress Rare Violet
Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Dress Rare Violet

Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Dress Rare Violet

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

And in his Fall/Winter 1988/89 Les Infernales (She Devils) Collection, Mugler distilled the very essence of femme fatale power into couture.

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano bottle green bias-cut crêpe evening dress, fw 1988
John Galliano bottle green bias-cut crêpe evening dress, fw 1988

John Galliano bottle green bias-cut crêpe evening dress, fw 1988

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

▪ John Galliano bias-cut evening dress ▪ 'Hairclips' Fall-Winter 1988; ▪ One of Galliano's first bias-cut evening dresses which would later become a recurrent theme throughout his c...

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1980s English Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Lacroix Fall 1988 Runway Mesh & Embroidered Flower Mini Dress
Christian Lacroix Fall 1988 Runway Mesh & Embroidered Flower Mini Dress

Christian Lacroix Fall 1988 Runway Mesh & Embroidered Flower Mini Dress

By Christian Lacroix Pret a Porter

Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR

A spectacular, highly collectible museum-quality piece from Christian Lacroix prêt-à-porter, hailing from the historic Fall/Winter 1988 runway collection and famously worn on the cat...

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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1988 Vintage Plunging Semi-Sheer Midi Dress
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1988 Vintage Plunging Semi-Sheer Midi Dress

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1988 Vintage Plunging Semi-Sheer Midi Dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Azzedine Alaia Vintage Plunging Semi-Sheer Midi Dress Size XS Vintage Alaia sleeveless midi dress with open knit trim throughout, plunging neckline and flared hem.

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel Vintage S/S 1988 White Black Lace Camellia Bow Dress Gown
Chanel Vintage S/S 1988 White Black Lace Camellia Bow Dress Gown

Chanel Vintage S/S 1988 White Black Lace Camellia Bow Dress Gown

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This stunning vintage Chanel gown from the Spring/Summer 1988 collection is a timeless masterpiece that exudes elegance and sophistication.

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 1988 Thierry Mugler Black Les Infernales Lightning Bolt Dress
F/W 1988 Thierry Mugler Black Les Infernales Lightning Bolt Dress

F/W 1988 Thierry Mugler Black Les Infernales Lightning Bolt Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Concord, NC

Add edge and drama your wardrobe with this Thierry Mugler black lightning bolt dress from the Fall Winter “Les Infernales” 1988 collection and seen on the runway.

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1980s French Day Dresses

S/S 1988 Thierry Mugler Documented Sheer Black Bust Long Sleeve Mini Dress FR40
S/S 1988 Thierry Mugler Documented Sheer Black Bust Long Sleeve Mini Dress FR40

S/S 1988 Thierry Mugler Documented Sheer Black Bust Long Sleeve Mini Dress FR40

By Thierry Mugler

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Thierry Mugler dress from the Spring/Summer 1988 collection is cut in a fitted mini silhouette with long sleeves and a high neckline.

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1980s French Evening Dresses

Chanel Vintage Haute Couture Fall/Winter 1988 Red Gold Chain Dress
Chanel Vintage Haute Couture Fall/Winter 1988 Red Gold Chain Dress

Chanel Vintage Haute Couture Fall/Winter 1988 Red Gold Chain Dress

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This vintage Chanel Haute Couture dress from Fall/Winter 1988 is a striking red piece with a classic, structured design.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1988 Bill Blass Runway Documented Green Silk Dress and Beaded Bolero
1988 Bill Blass Runway Documented Green Silk Dress and Beaded Bolero

1988 Bill Blass Runway Documented Green Silk Dress and Beaded Bolero

By Bill Blass

Located in London, GB

This incredible ensemble walked the runway for Bill Blass for the spring / summer 1988 collection and was worn by the super model Iman Bowie.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Christian Lacroix Luxe S/S 1988 runway polka dot pouff petticoat dress
Christian Lacroix Luxe S/S 1988 runway polka dot pouff petticoat dress

Christian Lacroix Luxe S/S 1988 runway polka dot pouff petticoat dress

By Christian Lacroix

Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW

An iconic dress from the S/S 1988 Luxe collection, this piece is a gorgeous example of Lacroix's extravagant aesthetic.

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

1988 Stephen Sprouse Sequin Gown
1988 Stephen Sprouse Sequin Gown

1988 Stephen Sprouse Sequin Gown

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1988 Stephen Sprouse Sequin Gown

By Stephen Sprouse

Located in Austin, TX

1988 Stephen Sprouse sequin gown with off center racing back. Has stretch. Orange, pink and yellow color Condition: Excellent Size 6

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent Fall 1988 Black One-Shoulder Textured Bow Dress Vintage YSL
Yves Saint Laurent Fall 1988 Black One-Shoulder Textured Bow Dress Vintage YSL

Yves Saint Laurent Fall 1988 Black One-Shoulder Textured Bow Dress Vintage YSL

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in San Diego, CA

A dramatic and architectural Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche cocktail dress from the Fall/Winter 1988 collection, featuring Saint Laurent’s signature late 1980s sculptural bow shoulder.

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Fall 1988 Black Rosette Bubble Cocktail Dress YSL
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Fall 1988 Black Rosette Bubble Cocktail Dress YSL

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Fall 1988 Black Rosette Bubble Cocktail Dress YSL

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

A rare and highly collectible Fall 1988 Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche black cocktail dress showcasing one of YSL’s most iconic late-80s sculptural techniques.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent 1988 Runway Red Floral Silk Tie Neck Vintage 80s 1980s Dress
Yves Saint Laurent 1988 Runway Red Floral Silk Tie Neck Vintage 80s 1980s Dress

Yves Saint Laurent 1988 Runway Red Floral Silk Tie Neck Vintage 80s 1980s Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in San Diego, CA

Yves Saint Laurent, YSL Rive Gauche, Fall 1988 runway, 1988 YSL dress, vintage Yves Saint Laurent dress, Yves Saint Laurent runway dress, YSL floral silk dress, red floral silk dress...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

S/S 1988 CALLAGHAN by Romeo
S/S 1988 CALLAGHAN by Romeo

S/S 1988 CALLAGHAN by Romeo

By Romeo Gigli

Located in Austin, TX

S/S 1988 Callaghan by Romeo Gigli lace trim Condition; Very good, small water mark on front cotton blend 30" bust, 21" waist, 31" hips, 59" length SZ M / US 6/ IT 42

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

COMME DES GARCONS 1988 Runway black white chessboard checkered bomber skirt S
COMME DES GARCONS 1988 Runway black white chessboard checkered bomber skirt S

COMME DES GARCONS 1988 Runway black white chessboard checkered bomber skirt S

By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons

Located in Hong Kong, NT

COMME DES GARCONS 1988 Runway black white chessboard checkered bomber skirt S Reference: CRTI/A00496 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1988 - Runway Materia...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Casual Dresses

1988 Romeo Gigli black tulle gown with asymmetrical shoulder
1988 Romeo Gigli black tulle gown with asymmetrical shoulder

1988 Romeo Gigli black tulle gown with asymmetrical shoulder

By Romeo Gigli

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Extremely rare black tulle evening gown designed by Romeo Gigli for his Fall/Winter 1988 collection. The dress features a striking asymmetrical neckline with a single sheer sleeve ba...

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior Haute Couture Cream Blouse & Skirt Set,  Betsy Bloomingdale 1988
Christian Dior Haute Couture Cream Blouse & Skirt Set,  Betsy Bloomingdale 1988

Christian Dior Haute Couture Cream Blouse & Skirt Set, Betsy Bloomingdale 1988

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a cream blouse and skirt set by Christian Dior Haute Couture, from 1988. The blouse and skirt are attached at the waist line by tiny couture snaps, however it can be worn as ...

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1980s French Casual Dresses

COMME DES GARCONS 1988 Runway black white chessboard checkered bomber skirt S
COMME DES GARCONS 1988 Runway black white chessboard checkered bomber skirt S

COMME DES GARCONS 1988 Runway black white chessboard checkered bomber skirt S

By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons

Located in Hong Kong, NT

COMME DES GARCONS 1988 Runway black white chessboard checkered bomber skirt S Reference: CRTI/A00496 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1988 - Runway Materia...

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2010s Japanese Casual Dresses

Christian Dior Haute Couture Long Blue Gown Provenance Betsy Bloomingdale 1988
Christian Dior Haute Couture Long Blue Gown Provenance Betsy Bloomingdale 1988

Christian Dior Haute Couture Long Blue Gown Provenance Betsy Bloomingdale 1988

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a long royal blue silk taffeta gown by Christian Dior Haute Couture, from 1988-89. The gown has long sleeves, a wrapped front and back bodice, a large bow on the side hip, a...

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1980s French Evening Gowns

John Galliano Autumn/Winter 1988 ‘Hairclips’ Runway Bias Cut Crêpe Gown Museum
John Galliano Autumn/Winter 1988 ‘Hairclips’ Runway Bias Cut Crêpe Gown Museum

John Galliano Autumn/Winter 1988 ‘Hairclips’ Runway Bias Cut Crêpe Gown Museum

By John Galliano

Located in Manchester, GB

John Galliano Autumn/Winter 1988 ‘Hairclips’ black satin backed viscose crêpe bias cut gown with pointed panels, open cowled back, and flared godet skirt. This season was the first ...

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1980s European Evening Gowns

John Galliano black viscose crêpe bias cut low back evening gown, fw 1988
John Galliano black viscose crêpe bias cut low back evening gown, fw 1988

John Galliano black viscose crêpe bias cut low back evening gown, fw 1988

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

John Galliano black viscose crêpe bias cut evening gown, low cowl back with horizontal strap, zig-zag points to the sides and full skirt with flared godets to hem. 'Hairclips', Fall...

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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

1988 David Fielden Ribbon Embroidered Lace Fishtail Gown W/ Ruffled Train
1988 David Fielden Ribbon Embroidered Lace Fishtail Gown W/ Ruffled Train

1988 David Fielden Ribbon Embroidered Lace Fishtail Gown W/ Ruffled Train

By DAVID FIELDEN

Located in Gresham, OR

A beautiful 1988 David Fielden London, ribbon and sequin embroidered lace gown with optional/detachable arm pieces and a tiered ruffled fishtail hem. Fully lined and boned bodice. Si...

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1980s English Wedding Dresses

ODICINI COUTURE Little Black Dress with Floral Detailed Raffia Hem, c. 1990s
ODICINI COUTURE Little Black Dress with Floral Detailed Raffia Hem, c. 1990s

ODICINI COUTURE Little Black Dress with Floral Detailed Raffia Hem, c. 1990s

By Odicini Couture, Andrea Odicini

Located in Munich, DE

Approximate Modern Size: M/L Reference photos: Model presenting an Odicini Couture little black dress on the runway / Super model Gail Elliott in a A/W 1988/89 Odicini Couture eveni...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

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CHANEL Vintage Spring 1988 Dress
CHANEL Vintage Spring 1988 Dress

CHANEL Vintage Spring 1988 Dress

By Chanel, Chanel Boutique

Located in Georgetown, ME

Vintage CHANEL S/S 1988 Runway Lace & Floral Dress! This incredible Dress is so hard to find.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Rare Patrick Kelly Paris F/W 1988 Black & Orange Color Block Vintage Dress
Rare Patrick Kelly Paris F/W 1988 Black & Orange Color Block Vintage Dress

Rare Patrick Kelly Paris F/W 1988 Black & Orange Color Block Vintage Dress

By Patrick Kelly

Located in Portland, OR

This rare vintage Patrick Kelly F/W 1988 dress is such a great example of Kelly's ability to create incredible pieces designed to move with the body!

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1980s French Day Dresses

1980s CHANEL BOUTIQUE Camelia Print Bubble Dress Skirt
1980s CHANEL BOUTIQUE Camelia Print Bubble Dress Skirt

1980s CHANEL BOUTIQUE Camelia Print Bubble Dress Skirt

By Chanel

Located in Milan, Italy

This amazing Chanel spring/summer 1988 dress is made with a black and white striped print with multicolor camellia pattern cotton fabric.

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1980s French Day Dresses

Patrick Kelly Dice Dress c. 1988
Patrick Kelly Dice Dress c. 1988

Patrick Kelly Dice Dress c. 1988

By Patrick Kelly

Located in London, GB

Iconic mini dress by Patrick Kelly from 1988. Features red dice details and a mini tube shape.

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1980s French Mini Dresses

Hardcore 1988' STEPHEN SPROUSE A-line dress
Hardcore 1988' STEPHEN SPROUSE A-line dress

Hardcore 1988' STEPHEN SPROUSE A-line dress

By Stephen Sprouse

Located in London, GB

Andy Warhol fuchsia cotton 'Hardcore 1988' A-line dress from Stephen Sprouse Vintage featuring a round neck, a sleeveless design and a graphic print.

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1980s South Korean Mini Dresses

Ungaro 1988 Silk Party Dress
Ungaro 1988 Silk Party Dress

Ungaro 1988 Silk Party Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ungaro 1988 Silk Party Dress. Please note: All sales are final however; we will allow for an exchange up to 7 days after your purchase, so please be sure to ask all the necessar...

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

Gianfranco Ferre', crystal dress, circa 1988
Gianfranco Ferre', crystal dress, circa 1988

Gianfranco Ferre', crystal dress, circa 1988

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in London, GB

Constructed in black silk chiffon this haute couture Gianfranco Ferré dress is covered in Swarovski crystals and features gold bugle bead embellishment on the neckline, shoulders and...

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1980s Italian Evening Gowns

1988 Jean Paul Gaultier Cream Stretch Satin Cone Bra Bustier Corset Mini Dress
1988 Jean Paul Gaultier Cream Stretch Satin Cone Bra Bustier Corset Mini Dress

1988 Jean Paul Gaultier Cream Stretch Satin Cone Bra Bustier Corset Mini Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An ultra seductive and instantly recognizable Jean Paul Gaultier cream stretch satin hourglass mini dress dating back to his iconic 1988 spring-summer collection.

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1980s French Mini Dress

1988/89 “Boarding Schools” lace sleeve dress
1988/89 “Boarding Schools” lace sleeve dress

1988/89 “Boarding Schools” lace sleeve dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in London, GB

Vintage lace sleeve dress. Cardigan-style dress with lace sleeves, and ribbed cotton panels front and back, and Mother of Pearl buttons.

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses

Fall Winter 1988/89 Patrick Kelly Vintage Leopard Print Bodycon Runway Dress
Fall Winter 1988/89 Patrick Kelly Vintage Leopard Print Bodycon Runway Dress

Fall Winter 1988/89 Patrick Kelly Vintage Leopard Print Bodycon Runway Dress

By Patrick Kelly

Located in Portland, OR

This dress is from the Fall/Winter 1988/89 collection and was prominently featured in the iconic advertising campaign for that season.

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1980s French Day Dresses

Dior Haute Couture Grey Silk Dress, Autumn Winter 1988
Dior Haute Couture Grey Silk Dress, Autumn Winter 1988

Dior Haute Couture Grey Silk Dress, Autumn Winter 1988

By Gianfranco Ferré, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

A stunning dress by Dior haute couture from the Autumn Winter 1988 collection, the first collection of Gianfranco Ferré for Dior, who was head of Dior from 1988 until 1997.

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1980s French Evening Gowns

Bill Blass Matisse Inspired Embroidered Sequined Dress Ensemble, Spring 1988
Bill Blass Matisse Inspired Embroidered Sequined Dress Ensemble, Spring 1988

Bill Blass Matisse Inspired Embroidered Sequined Dress Ensemble, Spring 1988

By Bill Blass

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Bill Blass, Runway Spring 1988, Matisse inspired dress ensemble. Strapless dress with emerald green silk satin box pleated skirt with black tubular linen bodice with grosgrain detai...

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1980s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

1988 Geoffrey Beene Plaid silk Black Sheer Embroidered Transparent Dress and Crop Jacket
1988 Geoffrey Beene Plaid silk Black Sheer Embroidered Transparent Dress and Crop Jacket

1988 Geoffrey Beene Plaid silk Black Sheer Embroidered Transparent Dress and Crop Jacket

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Lake Park, FL

This is a rare 1988 Geoffrey Beene 2 piece Dress and Crop Jacket size 6 Plaid silk skirt and black silk bodice with sheer transparent shoulders with embroidered flowers.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Christian Lacroix black matelassé skirt & top, Spring/Summer 1988
Christian Lacroix black matelassé skirt & top, Spring/Summer 1988

Christian Lacroix black matelassé skirt & top, Spring/Summer 1988

By Christian Lacroix

Located in London, GB

Constructed in black matelassé Comprising of a jacket and skirt Zip fastening to the front of the jacket and back of the skirt Excellent condition with the original label, lining and...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Holly's Harp Black Silk Jersey Dress
Holly's Harp Black Silk Jersey Dress

Holly's Harp Black Silk Jersey Dress

By Holly Harp

Located in Topanga, CA

"I'm not trying to do tasteful little uniforms," she said in 1988. "Being dressed in perfect taste is very aging."

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1970s American Day Dresses

Vivienne Westwood gold leather corset and mini skirt, 'Time Machine' ss 1988
Vivienne Westwood gold leather corset and mini skirt, 'Time Machine' ss 1988

Vivienne Westwood gold leather corset and mini skirt, 'Time Machine' ss 1988

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, London

Vivienne Westwood; gold leather corset and skirt ensemble. Corset with internal boning, designed to cinch the waist and push the breasts up. High waisted mini skirt designed backward...

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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Saint Laurent black silk velvet and taffeta high-low hem evening gown, 1988
Saint Laurent black silk velvet and taffeta high-low hem evening gown, 1988

Saint Laurent black silk velvet and taffeta high-low hem evening gown, 1988

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in London, GB

This dramatic black evening gown is from Yves Saint Laurent’s Rive Gauche 1988 collection. A red and black variant of the dress was worn for the designer’s advertising campaign the s...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Nina Ricci Mint Green Linen Day Dress
1980s Nina Ricci Mint Green Linen Day Dress

1980s Nina Ricci Mint Green Linen Day Dress

By Nina Ricci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Nina Ricci Mint Green Linen Day Dress circa 1988, Designed by Jules-François Crahay for Nina Ricci this gorgeous gown is the true essence of femininity, Simplistic in design the...

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1980s French Casual Dresses

Patrick Kelly Paris Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress
Patrick Kelly Paris Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress

Patrick Kelly Paris Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Patrick Kelly

Located in Atlanta, GA

Patrick Kelly Paris 1988-89 sequin strapless cocktail dress made in France size 42.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Holly's Harp Peasant Blouse
Holly's Harp Peasant Blouse

Holly's Harp Peasant Blouse

Unavailable

Size: sm/med

Holly's Harp Peasant Blouse

Located in Topanga, CA

"I'm not trying to do tasteful little uniforms," she said in 1988. "Being dressed in perfect taste is very aging."

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1970s American Clothing

AZZEDINE ALAÏA S/S 1988 Runway Knit Maxi Dress M
AZZEDINE ALAÏA S/S 1988 Runway Knit Maxi Dress M

AZZEDINE ALAÏA S/S 1988 Runway Knit Maxi Dress M

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Berlin, BE

The perfect black dress from Alaïa’s Spring Summer 1988 collection .

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1980s French Maxi Dress

1988 CHANEL Camellia flower silk runway dress with black lace bodice
1988 CHANEL Camellia flower silk runway dress with black lace bodice

1988 CHANEL Camellia flower silk runway dress with black lace bodice

By Chanel

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare camellia flower and stripe printed maxi dress with empire cut lace bodice from Chanel dating to the spring of 1988 as seen on the runway.

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1980s French Maxi Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Cotton Harlequin Dress, 1988
Yves Saint Laurent Cotton Harlequin Dress, 1988

Yves Saint Laurent Cotton Harlequin Dress, 1988

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Cotton mid-length dress with a multicolored 'Harlequin' print and puffy sleeves.

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20th Century French Casual Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Evening Dress, 1988
Yves Saint Laurent Evening Dress, 1988

Yves Saint Laurent Evening Dress, 1988

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Black velvet evening dress edged with black deathers and golden stalks. 40FR size indicated. 1988 Spring-Summer Collection.

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1980s French Evening Dresses

ALAÏA S/S 1988 Vintage Nylon Runway Dress
ALAÏA S/S 1988 Vintage Nylon Runway Dress

ALAÏA S/S 1988 Vintage Nylon Runway Dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Berlin, BE

Stunning vintage Azzedine Alaïa dress from his Spring Summer 1988 collection. Super chic dress by the master Alaïa.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

A Per Spook Tunic sequin dress -Jeanne Moreau's wardrobe - Fall-Winter 1987-1988
A Per Spook Tunic sequin dress -Jeanne Moreau's wardrobe - Fall-Winter 1987-1988

A Per Spook Tunic sequin dress -Jeanne Moreau's wardrobe - Fall-Winter 1987-1988

By Per Spook

Located in Toulon, FR

Fall-Winter 1987-1988 Collection France Iconic embroidered tunic dress with translucent pearls by Per Spook, Fall-Winter 1986-1987 collection, no label but workshop bolduc 44 NB H ...

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1980s French Mini Dress

Christian Dior Haute Couture S/S 1988 Princess Caroline Yellow Silk Mini Dress
Christian Dior Haute Couture S/S 1988 Princess Caroline Yellow Silk Mini Dress

Christian Dior Haute Couture S/S 1988 Princess Caroline Yellow Silk Mini Dress

By Christian Dior Haute Couture, Christian Dior

Located in Jersey City, NJ

A flowing buttercup yellow damask silk mini dress by Christian Dior Haute Couture, designed under the direction of Marc Bohan for Spring/Summer 1988 collection.

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1980s French Mini Dress

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1988 Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of 1988 dresses. Our collection of 1988 dresses includes a variety of colors, spanning black, gray, brown and more. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding appealing 1988 dresses such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Azzedine Alaïa, Yves Saint Laurent and Stephen Sprouse each produced popular versions that are worth a look. 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 are 1988 Dresses?

On average, 1988 dresses on 1stDibs sell for $1,800, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $31,000 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

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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. 

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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. 

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