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1950s Fred Perlberg Beautiful Robins Egg Blue Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Fred Perlberg Beautiful Robins Egg Blue Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Fred Perlberg Beautiful Robins Egg Blue Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress

By Fred Perlberg, Fred Perlberg Originals

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1950s FRED PERLBERG robin eggs blue fit n' flare dress! Features a ribbed fitted bodice

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Adele Simpson Black Silk Two Piece Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress Set Suit
1950s Adele Simpson Black Silk Two Piece Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress Set Suit

1950s Adele Simpson Black Silk Two Piece Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress Set Suit

By Adele Simpson

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1950s ADELE SIMPSON black silk two piece blouse and skirt! Features a tailored 3/4 sleeves blouse with tie at center neck. Silk Covered buttons up the front center. High waisted...

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1950s American Skirt Suits

Ceil Chapman Peach Silk Brocade Cocktail Sheath, 1950s
Ceil Chapman Peach Silk Brocade Cocktail Sheath, 1950s

Ceil Chapman Peach Silk Brocade Cocktail Sheath, 1950s

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Super sexy sheath by the great Ceil Chapman. Mid 50s dress in luscious peach and gold brocade

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Mid-20th Century Cocktail Dresses

Jean Patou Pleated Dress - '50s
Jean Patou Pleated Dress - '50s

Jean Patou Pleated Dress - '50s

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Vintage Jean Patou dress in heavy black fabric. Midi length with cascading waist pleats, crew neck

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1950s Maxi Dresses

Christian Dior Boutique Silk Dress - '50s
Christian Dior Boutique Silk Dress - '50s

Christian Dior Boutique Silk Dress - '50s

By Christian Dior

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Exquisitely designed by Monsieur Dior, this Christian Dior Boutique silk dress features a striking

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1950s Aesthetic Day Dresses

50s Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress w/ Swallowtail Bow -
50s Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress w/ Swallowtail Bow -

50s Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress w/ Swallowtail Bow -

Price Upon Request

Size: 4 w/ full bust

50s Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress w/ Swallowtail Bow -

Located in Gresham, OR

A fantastic 50s silk jacquard cocktail dress in black with a floral pattern: zips up the back with

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Sarmi Black Lace Cocktail Dress-Sz 6 Circa 50's
Vintage Sarmi Black Lace Cocktail Dress-Sz 6 Circa 50's

Vintage Sarmi Black Lace Cocktail Dress-Sz 6 Circa 50's

By Ferdinando Sarmi

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Sarmi Black Lace Cocktail Dress - Size 6 Circa 50's This dress is in excellent vintage

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

S/S 2006 Look #50 Versace Silk Gown
S/S 2006 Look #50 Versace Silk Gown

S/S 2006 Look #50 Versace Silk Gown

$6,280Sale Price|20% Off

S/S 2006 Look #50 Versace Silk Gown

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

S/S 2006 Look #50 Versace Silk Gown Finished with tulle bodysuit IT Size 42 Airy, delicate

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Late 1950s Addie Masters Silk 50s Day Dress w/ Yellow & White Polka Dots
Late 1950s Addie Masters Silk 50s Day Dress w/ Yellow & White Polka Dots

Late 1950s Addie Masters Silk 50s Day Dress w/ Yellow & White Polka Dots

$430Sale Price|21% Off

Size: Small - Small Medium

Late 1950s Addie Masters Silk 50s Day Dress w/ Yellow & White Polka Dots

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing late 1950s/very early 1960s Addie Masters silk dress! Vibrant yellow color, with white

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Incredible 1950s Vintage Black Sequin Beaded Wool 50s Wiggle Evening Dress Gown
Incredible 1950s Vintage Black Sequin Beaded Wool 50s Wiggle Evening Dress Gown

Incredible 1950s Vintage Black Sequin Beaded Wool 50s Wiggle Evening Dress Gown

By Boutique by Miss Ruth, Miss Ruth

Located in San Diego, CA

dress! This gem was made in Hong Kong, with the sought-after "Boutique by Miss Ruth" label. Resembles

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1950s Hong Kong Evening Gowns

Beautiful 1950s Fred Perlberg Navy Blue +  Ivory Rhinestone 50s Vintage Dress
Beautiful 1950s Fred Perlberg Navy Blue +  Ivory Rhinestone 50s Vintage Dress

Beautiful 1950s Fred Perlberg Navy Blue + Ivory Rhinestone 50s Vintage Dress

By Fred Perlberg Originals, Fred Perlberg

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1950s FRED PERLBERG navy blue and ivory lace rhinestone sleeveless dress! Features a

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

James Galanos Early 50s Cocktail Dress in Wool and Silk Chiffon
James Galanos Early 50s Cocktail Dress in Wool and Silk Chiffon

James Galanos Early 50s Cocktail Dress in Wool and Silk Chiffon

By James Galanos

Located in Gresham, OR

A gorgeous very early example of James Galanos' fine work. Label style indicates it was made between '51 and '55. Very simple but extremely structured wool strapless bodice and volu...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Fred Perlberg Size 0 XS White Blue Rhinestone Tulle Vintage 50s Gown Dress
1950s Fred Perlberg Size 0 XS White Blue Rhinestone Tulle Vintage 50s Gown Dress

1950s Fred Perlberg Size 0 XS White Blue Rhinestone Tulle Vintage 50s Gown Dress

By Fred Perlberg Originals, Fred Perlberg

Located in San Diego, CA

bodice. Hundreds of rhinestones really make this dress sparkle. Features layers of white tulle with blue

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1950s American Evening Gowns

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Morton Myles black 80s does 50s dress with pearls & rhinestones
Morton Myles black 80s does 50s dress with pearls & rhinestones

Morton Myles black 80s does 50s dress with pearls & rhinestones

By Morton Myles

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage dress by Morton Myles in black crepe. 80s does 50s style with white faux pearls and

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

50s circular ribbon dress
50s circular ribbon dress

50s circular ribbon dress

Unavailable

Size: unmarked size

50s circular ribbon dress

Located in London, GB

an incredible cream 50s dress constructed entirely from a looped ribbon material. It has an

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1950s Unknown Day Dresses

50s Raffia dress
50s Raffia dress

50s Raffia dress

Unavailable

L 45 in

50s Raffia dress

Located in London, GB

This is a really unusual and special 50s dress. constructed throughout of hand crocheted raffia

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1950s Unknown Day Dresses

1950s Black Dress with Flounced Hem
1950s Black Dress with Flounced Hem

1950s Black Dress with Flounced Hem

Located in New York, NY

Fitted black '50s dress with flounce and bow in contrasting fabric at hem. Wool crepe body with

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Arlene Dahl Waving Fine Art Print
Arlene Dahl Waving Fine Art Print

Arlene Dahl Waving Fine Art Print

By Larry Barbier

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This classical portrait features Arlene Dahl outdoors in a classical 50s dress, waving at the

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1950s Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, C Print, Archival Pigment

50s Estevez Floral  Damask Dress
50s Estevez Floral  Damask Dress

50s Estevez Floral Damask Dress

Located in Miami Beach, FL

--Grenelle-Estevez. This Could Very Well Be The Most Fabulous Hourglass Silhouette Dress Ever, And No

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1950s American Day Dresses

50s Green Wool Brocade Dress
50s Green Wool Brocade Dress

50s Green Wool Brocade Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Green Wool Brocade Dress

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1950s Unknown Aesthetic Day Dresses

50s Black Ruffle Day Dress
50s Black Ruffle Day Dress

50s Black Ruffle Day Dress

Unavailable

L 54.5 in

50s Black Ruffle Day Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Black Ruffle Day Dress. Unlined, side zip closure,

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1950s Unknown Aesthetic Day Dresses

50's Graffiti Silk Organza Dress
50's Graffiti Silk Organza Dress

50's Graffiti Silk Organza Dress

Unavailable

Size: small

50's Graffiti Silk Organza Dress

Located in Topanga, CA

1950's graffiti print silk organza dress. Exaggerated, puff sleeves, dropped from shoulder, giving

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

50s Samuel Winston Ivory Lace Cocktail Dress
50s Samuel Winston Ivory Lace Cocktail Dress

50s Samuel Winston Ivory Lace Cocktail Dress

By Samuel Winston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sexy and charming battenberg lace day dress by 1950s designer Samuel Winston - creator of

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1950s American Day Dresses

50s Christian Dior New York Black Strapless Dress
50s Christian Dior New York Black Strapless Dress

50s Christian Dior New York Black Strapless Dress

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic, sexy sheath by Christian Dior - New York. Strapless style in black lightweight wool with fully boned bodice. faux button front bodice zips up side. Pleated front skirt with...

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1950s American Day Dresses

Irene 50s Fitted Black Silk Car Wash Dress
Irene 50s Fitted Black Silk Car Wash Dress

Irene 50s Fitted Black Silk Car Wash Dress

By Irene

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fascinating design with excellent tailoring by famed Hollywood Costume designer Irene. Black silk with loose panels at the bottom of the skirt that are tacked at hem. Zips up back. S...

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1950s American Day Dresses

50s Estevez Silk Dress
50s Estevez Silk Dress

50s Estevez Silk Dress

Unavailable

Size: 7/8

50s Estevez Silk Dress

By Estevez

Located in Miami Beach, FL

GRENELLE-ESTEVEZ MINT CONDITION CIRCA 50S

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Cotton Flamenco Style Floral Print Dress
50s Cotton Flamenco Style Floral Print Dress

50s Cotton Flamenco Style Floral Print Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Cotton Flamenco Style Floral Print Dress

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1950s Aesthetic Day Dresses

50s Emma Domb White Embroidered Organza Dress
50s Emma Domb White Embroidered Organza Dress

50s Emma Domb White Embroidered Organza Dress

By Emma Domb

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Emma Domb White Embroidered Organza Dress. Faux front button opening. Back metal zipper.

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

50s White Sheath Dress with White Belt
50s White Sheath Dress with White Belt

50s White Sheath Dress with White Belt

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s White Sheath Dress with original white belt. Princess seaming. Slightly gathered at waist

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1950s Sheath Dresses

50s Black Silk Rose Dress
50s Black Silk Rose Dress

50s Black Silk Rose Dress

Unavailable

L 43 in

50s Black Silk Rose Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Black Silk Rose Dress

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1950s Unknown Aesthetic Evening Dresses

50s Black Wool V Neck 3/4 Sleeve Fitted Dress
50s Black Wool V Neck 3/4 Sleeve Fitted Dress

50s Black Wool V Neck 3/4 Sleeve Fitted Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Black Wool V Neck 3/4 Sleeve Fitted Dress. Beaded buttons adorn the front collar detail. Metal

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1950s Day Dresses

50s Bamboo Leaf Print Navy & White Tiki Dress
50s Bamboo Leaf Print Navy & White Tiki Dress

50s Bamboo Leaf Print Navy & White Tiki Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Bamboo Leaf Print Navy & White Tiki Dress. Convertible halter strap can be removed, attaches

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1950s Casual Dresses

50's Hattie Carnegie Black Silk Faille Evening Dress
50's Hattie Carnegie Black Silk Faille Evening Dress

50's Hattie Carnegie Black Silk Faille Evening Dress

By Hattie Carnegie

Located in San Francisco, CA

50's Hattie Carnegie black silk faille evening dress with embellishments.

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1950s American Evening Dresses

50s Ceil Chapman Aubergine Smocked Dress
50s Ceil Chapman Aubergine Smocked Dress

50s Ceil Chapman Aubergine Smocked Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Aubergine Smocked Dress. Front button and metal side zip closures. Belt included, unoriginal.

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

50s Black & White Lace Cocktail Dress
50s Black & White Lace Cocktail Dress

50s Black & White Lace Cocktail Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Black & White Lace Cocktail Dress. The black lace is layered over white lace. Velvet trim on

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

50s Adrian Intricate Strapless Cocktail Dress
50s Adrian Intricate Strapless Cocktail Dress

50s Adrian Intricate Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Adrian

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Highest of high glamour. Legendary Hollywood costume designer Adrian created this complex showstopper circa 1950s. Black ribbon applique on net over heavy pleated silk skirt with bui...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Emma Domb Black Chiffon Tiered Dress
50s Emma Domb Black Chiffon Tiered Dress

50s Emma Domb Black Chiffon Tiered Dress

By Emma Domb

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Emma Domb Black Chiffon Tiered Dress

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1950s Unknown Aesthetic Evening Dresses

50s Pink Satin Embroidered Bodice Cocktail Dress
50s Pink Satin Embroidered Bodice Cocktail Dress

50s Pink Satin Embroidered Bodice Cocktail Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Pink Satin Embroidered Bodice Cocktail Dress Chiffon Skirt.

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Emilio Schubert 50s Black Paneled Cocktail Dress
Emilio Schubert 50s Black Paneled Cocktail Dress

Emilio Schubert 50s Black Paneled Cocktail Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic 50s silhouette. Circa 1950s dramatic cocktail dress with alternating panels of satin and

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

50s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress
50s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress

50s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress. Fully lined.

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

50s Dorothy O'Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress
50s Dorothy O'Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress

50s Dorothy O'Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress

By Dorothy O'Hara

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Dorothy O'Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress. Classic 1950s crepe wiggle dress with draped

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

50s Black and Pink Floral Jacquard Cocktail Dress
50s Black and Pink Floral Jacquard Cocktail Dress

50s Black and Pink Floral Jacquard Cocktail Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Super sexy 50s cocktail dress in black and pink floral jacquard with amazing swirling swag from hip

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Howard Greer Black and White Cocktail Dress
50s Howard Greer Black and White Cocktail Dress

50s Howard Greer Black and White Cocktail Dress

By Howard Greer

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Howard Greer Black and White Cocktail Dress. White silk moire bodice, silk satin trim and bow

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Fanciful 50's Navy & Pink Sundress with Halter Neckline
Fanciful 50's Navy & Pink Sundress with Halter Neckline

Fanciful 50's Navy & Pink Sundress with Halter Neckline

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a striking and fanciful 50's halter-neck sundress with large sprays of pink and white

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1950s Day Dresses

50s Don Loper Brown Floral Brocade Afternoon Dress
50s Don Loper Brown Floral Brocade Afternoon Dress

50s Don Loper Brown Floral Brocade Afternoon Dress

By Don Loper

Located in Los Angeles, CA

50s bombshell in the afternoon. Brown iridescent brocade afternoon to cocktail look with strappy

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

50s Jeanne Lanvin/Castillo Ivory Lace Cocktail Dress
50s Jeanne Lanvin/Castillo Ivory Lace Cocktail Dress

50s Jeanne Lanvin/Castillo Ivory Lace Cocktail Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Castillo for Maria Carine. This dress represents the best and highest form of ready to wear of its time

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen Black Chiffon 50s Style Cocktail Dress
Alexander McQueen Black Chiffon 50s Style Cocktail Dress

Alexander McQueen Black Chiffon 50s Style Cocktail Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

From the late, great Alexander McQueen. 100% silk chiffon shirred at bodice fully flared skirt. Fully lined with boned bodice. Hook and eye closure at back. Absolutely gorgeous. New ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

50s Ceil Chapman Black Rayon Jersey Wiggle Dress
50s Ceil Chapman Black Rayon Jersey Wiggle Dress

50s Ceil Chapman Black Rayon Jersey Wiggle Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

One of Ceil Chapman's best efforts, a super sexy sheath in black jersey. Gathered detail at bodice with shirred sleeves and velvet collar and cuffs. Hips pockets. Partially lined. F...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Christian Dior London Black Shantung Silk Cocktail Dress
50s Christian Dior London Black Shantung Silk Cocktail Dress

50s Christian Dior London Black Shantung Silk Cocktail Dress

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

cocktail dress with raised waistline. Retains all of the original under-pinnings. Super structured - can

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1950s British Cocktail Dresses

50s Black Taffeta w/ Bead Detail Evening Dress Suit
50s Black Taffeta w/ Bead Detail Evening Dress Suit

50s Black Taffeta w/ Bead Detail Evening Dress Suit

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Black Taffeta w/ Bead Detail Custom Evening Dress Suit. Side metal zipper on dress. Beaded net

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1950s Dress and Coat Ensembles

Classic 50s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress
Classic 50s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress

Classic 50s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The classic 1950s silhouetted dress by coveted designer Ceil Chapman. Strapless fit and flare in

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Irene 50s Black Peau de Soie and Lace Cocktail Dress
Irene 50s Black Peau de Soie and Lace Cocktail Dress

Irene 50s Black Peau de Soie and Lace Cocktail Dress

By Irene

Located in Los Angeles, CA

From iconic great American costume designer Irene - a lace bodice cocktail dress. Peau de soie full

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Claire McCardell 50s Cotton Sundress with Wraparound Tie
Claire McCardell 50s Cotton Sundress with Wraparound Tie

Claire McCardell 50s Cotton Sundress with Wraparound Tie

By Claire McCardell, Claire McCardell Clothes by Townley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic silhouette from great American designer Claire McCardell. Sweet and lovely design. Loose fitting, long tunic style with wraparound ties to wear a multitude a ways. Abstract ...

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1950s American Day Dresses

50s Black Satin Bombshell Gown
50s Black Satin Bombshell Gown

50s Black Satin Bombshell Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Epitome of 1950s glamour! Black satin gown with spaghetti halter straps, ruched bust line and bustle flounce down back. The dark sister of Marilyn Monroe's 'Diamonds are A Girls Best...

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1970s Evening Gowns

50s Two Piece Set
50s Two Piece Set

50s Two Piece Set

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Two Piece Set. Lace top with chiffon circle skirt

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Late 1940s Red Print Dress
Late 1940s Red Print Dress

Late 1940s Red Print Dress

Unavailable

Size: 2-4

Late 1940s Red Print Dress

Located in New York, NY

Vintage late 40s early 50s French red print dress. Decorative silver buttons, adorable print

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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

1940s 50's FULL LENGTH BLACK JET  HEAVILY BEADED GOWN W/SASH
1940s 50's FULL LENGTH BLACK JET  HEAVILY BEADED GOWN W/SASH

1940s 50's FULL LENGTH BLACK JET HEAVILY BEADED GOWN W/SASH

Located in San Francisco, CA

Featured is a magnificent black evening gown, entirely covered in black bead work. The elegant silhouette is highlighted with an attached sash, also heavily beaded, which ties over t...

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1940s Evening Gowns

50s Mingolini Guggenheim Amazing Black Pleated Strapless Gown
50s Mingolini Guggenheim Amazing Black Pleated Strapless Gown

50s Mingolini Guggenheim Amazing Black Pleated Strapless Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A work of art. 1950s Mingolini Guggenheim gown in black silk artistically pleated in an undulating manner. Fully lined and has wonderful substntial weight. Fully boned bodice and fi...

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1950s Italian Evening Gowns

50s Black Satin Evening Coat (Coat Only)
50s Black Satin Evening Coat (Coat Only)

50s Black Satin Evening Coat (Coat Only)

Located in San Francisco, CA

(Coat Only) 50s black satin cocktail sheath dress with a pleated shell bust comes with a matching

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

50s Red and White Strapless Gown w/ Black Lace
50s Red and White Strapless Gown w/ Black Lace

50s Red and White Strapless Gown w/ Black Lace

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Red and White Strapless Gown w/ Black Lace. Back zip closure

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1950s Evening Gowns

50s Giovannelli Sciarra Couture Green Velvet Evening Jumpsuit Ensemble
50s Giovannelli Sciarra Couture Green Velvet Evening Jumpsuit Ensemble

50s Giovannelli Sciarra Couture Green Velvet Evening Jumpsuit Ensemble

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Drop dead gorgeous jumpsuit in rich emerald green velvet with matching swing jacket. By spectacular Italian couturier Giovannelli Sciarra. Catsuit style - super sexy with plunging ne...

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1950s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Located in London, GB

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Located in Water Mill, NY

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Located in San Francisco, CA

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Located in San Diego, CA

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Located in San Diego, CA

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

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Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

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1930s Grey and Gold Lame Dress with Sequin Appliques

Located in London, GB

This 1930s eye-catching gown is crafted from lamé in a slate grey blue with the glittering silver and gold metallic weave revealing a scrolling, botanical and floral theme. The ankle...

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1930s British Evening Dresses

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50s Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 50s dresses for sale on 1stDibs. For 50s dresses, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Blue, Gray, Beige and more in stock now. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. 50s dresses designed by Ceil Chapman, Emma Domb and Mr. Blackwell — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much are 50s Dresses?

On average, 50s dresses on 1stDibs sell for $795, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $8,200 for the highest priced versions of these items.

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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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