1950s Deadstock Pink Ivory Beaded Floral Party Dress XS 00 0 Full Skirt 50s New
Located in San Diego, CA
Unworn. ⸻ 1950s dress, vintage 50s party dress, deadstock vintage, floral appliqué dress, beaded cocktail dress, pink tulle dress, ivory party dress, XS vintage dress, 00 vintage s...
Vintage 1950's 50s Black Ruched Jersey Bodice Party Dress with a Drop Waist
Located in Sparks, NV
Simple but chic little black party dress from the 1950's. This dress features a jersey knit ruched bodice, drop waist, sweetheart bustline, 3/4 length sleeves and full flared skirt. ...
1940 50s STRAPLESS DAISY LACE FULL SKIRT PARTY DRESS & BOLERO
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a fun strapless lace dress with a matching bolero cut lace long sleeve top. It has a full skirt that can be emphasized with a fluffy big crinoline. It has a sweetheart neckli...
50s Silk Flocked Brocade Samuel Winston Party Dress
By Samuel Winston
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic 50s party dress in black silk velvet flocked jacquard by Roxanne for Samuel Winston.
50s Dropped Waist Pink Lace Floral Party Dress w/ Underpinnings
Located in Gresham, OR
A flirty late 50s party dress in pink and white floral sheer lace with a dropped waist, gathered voluminous skirt and dainty bows trimming the waistline.
50s Paul Whitney Silk Floral Party Dress w/ Applique Work
By Paul Whitney
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful and unusual Paul Whitney 50s party dress in floral print silk: sleeveless with fitted bodice and full skirt.
50s Silk Floral Print Party Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A great little 50s silk party dress with floral print in shades of brown.
50s Suzy Perette Bandeau Shoulder Lace Party Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 50s Suzy Perette designed party dress with fitted bodice and "bandeau" style shoulder detail--quite pretty!
50s Emma Domb Floral Applique Party Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A great, 1950s Emma Domb black tulle party dress, fully lined, with spaghetti straps and full skirt. Floral applique and green sequin stems adorn the skirt.
50s Bubble Peplum Floral Print Party Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s rose print sheath dress in acetate with notched neckline and a graceful bubble peplum that is longer and fuller in the back.
Vintage 1950s 50s Mint Green Strapless Party Dress with a Full Sweep
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1950's mint green party dress with a full sweep skirt. The dress is pictured with a crinoline which is not included with the dress. Details Unlined Back metal zip and ...
Vintage 1950s 50s Black Silk Asymmetric One-Shoulder Wiggle Cocktail Party Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Unique 1950s custom made black silk cocktail dress with a draped one shoulder cut. Simple, elegant and flattering. Details Unlined Side Zip and Hook Closure Circa: 1950s Est...
Traina-Norell 50s Mint Green Silk Satin Party Dress
By Traina-Norell, Norman Norell
Located in Gresham, OR
A divine Traina-Norell pale mint green silk satin party dress with tie-yourself shoulder straps, covered back button bodice, matching belt and heavily pleated buoyantly full tea-leng...
Stunning 50s Silk Chiffon Party Dress in Shades of Chartreuse
Located in Gresham, OR
A stunning 50s silk chiffon party dress by Nanty in three shades of olive and chartreuse!
50s Saks Fifth Avenue Keyhole Illusion Net Floral Party Dress
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 50s silk taffeta and organza party dress with open key-hole back, organza over-skirt, full pleated skirt and original belt.
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1950s 50s Vintage Floral Print Full Circle Sweep Party Dress with Rhinestones
Located in Sparks, NV
Vibrant floral printed textured cotton vintage dress from the 1950s. This dress features a rhinestone embellished bodice, full circle sweep and matching patent belt. DETAILS: Unl...
Vintage 1950s 50s Cream Lace Party Dress with Organza Lace Up Ribbon
Located in Sparks, NV
Pretty vintage 1950s cream lace dress with a sage organza lace up ribbon detail. Full sweep and flattering vintage silhouette. Details: Fully Lined Back Metal Zip and Hook Clo...
50s Arnold Scaasi Silk Lace Party Dress w/ Full Skirt
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 50s Arnold Scaasi black silk lace cocktail dress: zips up the back with a simple fitted bodice and full pleated skirt with under crinoline for volume. The pleats are sewn ...
50s Watered Silk Floral Party Dress with Obi-Inspired Bow
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic charming little 50s cocktail dress made from "watered" silk floral print which has a blurred "impressionistic" appearance to the print. In gorgeous muted colors, this dr...
Vintage 1950s 50s Midnight Blue Asymmetric Draped Silk Party Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous 1950s midnight blue draped silk cocktail dress with a nipped waist and metal side zipper. Unlined with side zip and hook closure. This is an estimated size small with the...
Anne Fogarty 1950s 50s Vintage Floral Embroidery Full Sweep Party or Wedding Dress
By Anne Fogarty
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage dress by Anne Fogarty with neutral floral embroidery and an extra full swing skirt. Matching belt included. Unlined. Rear metal zip and hook closure. MEASUREMENTS...
Vintage 1950s 50s Blue + Black Silk Full Sweep Cocktail Formal Party Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning iridescent aqua blue and black jacquard silk vintage cocktail dress from the 1950's. Off-the-shoulder neckline, rear metal zip and hook closure and full sweep. ...
Vintage 1950s 50s Heavy Satin Pin Tuck Party Dress with a Full Sweep
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous pink pin tucked party dress in glossy heavy weight satin. Horsehair backing gives the dress extra structure and makes the skirt lay just so. Unlined but otherwise absolutely...
Vintage 1950s 50s Rose Lace and Pleated Silk Party Dress with a Full Sweep
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous rose lace party dress with a full sweep and tiered pleated detail around the neckline and in the back. Details: Fully Lined Side Metal Zip Closure Estimated Size: S...
Amazing 50s Bronze Metallic Lace Ruffled Strapless Party Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
An amazing Clifton Wilhite 1950s strapless party dress fashioned of tulle and metallic ruffled lace tiers. If is very flatteringly designed with smaller ruffles at the waist and hip...
Vintage 1950s 50s Blue Gray Embroidered Tulle Party Formal Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous 1950s party dress in stormy blue gray. All over embroidery with a tulle overlay and taffeta body. 3/4 length sleeves, scoop neck and full circle sweep. *Please note that ...
Vintage Early 1950s 50s Blue + Black Silk Wool Blend Party Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous fabric! Medium-heavy weight silk wool blend fabric party dress with patch pockets, a matching belt and Peter Pan collar. Fit and flare shape and vintage silhouette. Metal zi...
Vintage 50s 1950s Nude Illusion Black Lace + Rhinestone Party Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Delicate pink and black lace vintage party dress with studded rhinestone detailing at the bust. Fit and flare shape with a full sweep and matching belt. Metal zip closure. Details...
1950s 50s Vintage Black Velvet + Taffeta Cocktail Party Dress with Full Sweep
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous 1950s velvet and taffeta part dress with embroidery and bows. Full skirt and sleeveless sleeves. Details Unlined Back metal zip and hook closure Circa: 1950s Estima...
Vintage 1950s 50s Nude Illusion Black Lace Full Sweep Party Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous 1950's black full sweep cocktail dress with a nude illusion lace waistband. A harder to find larger size! Details: Fully Lined Back Metal Zip and Hook Closure Estima...
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