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Vintage 70s angel sleeve dress
Located in London, GB
Incredible 1970s angel sleeves maxi dress. She has a black base with a rainbow coloured geometric
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1970s Maxi Dress

Krizia Glitter Embellished Snake Dress - '70s
By Krizia
Located in Milano, IT
Step back in time with this stunning vintage black crepe dress by Krizia from the '70s. The hand
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1970s Maxi Dress

1970s Black Embroidered Crochet Flowers Vintage 70s Mexican Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s black embroidered crochet Mexican maxi dress! Features vibrantly colored embrodiered
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1970s Mexican Maxi Dress

Evelyn Byrnes Vintage 1970s 70s Long Black Sequin Maxi Dress
By Evelyn Byrnes
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage black sequin maxi dress by Evelyn Byrnes. Sheer sleeves with zip up cuffs. Details
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1970s American Maxi Dress

Amazing 1970s Rhinestone Patchwork Print Multicolor Black Jersey 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 1970s rhinestone encrusted multi color patchwork print jersey maxi dress! Features
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1970s Maxi Dress

Emilio Pucci 1970s Silk Jersey Pink Purple Black Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic vintage 70s EMILIO PUCCI black, pink, purple fuchsia and white silk jersey maxi dress
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1970s Italian Maxi Dress

Lilli Diamond Evening Gown Sequins Sexy Black Knit Formal Dress Vintage 70s
By Lilli Diamond
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
the late 1970s. Made from a stretchy knit fabric with TONS of black sequins, this dress is cut to show
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1970s American Maxi Dress

1970s Joseph Magnin Black Multi Colored Flower Print Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
By Joseph Magnin Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful vintage JOSEPH MAGNIN 70s does 30s black cotton short puff sleeve maxi dress! So much
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1970s American Maxi Dress

1970s Black and Silver Sequined Geometric Jersey Vintage 70s Disco Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Disco chic 1970s black and silver jersey maxi dress! Features silver sequins at the bust in
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1970s Maxi Dress

1970s Jean Muir Cotton Voile Black + Raspberry Pink Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
By Jean Muir
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s JEAN MUIR black and raspberry pink cotton voile long sleeve maxi dress ! I had this
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1970s English Maxi Dress

70s Black Lace Dress and Slip.
Located in San Francisco, CA
70s Black Lace Dress and Slip. No closures.
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1970s Unknown Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Amazing 1970s Black Hand Crochet Fringe 70s Vintage Embrodiered Boho Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s hand crochet black open weave fringed couture quality maxi dress! Incredible amount
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1970s Maxi Dress

Vintage Jack Bryan Black Jersey Maxi Dress w/ Intricate Embroidery 1970s 70s
By Jack Bryan
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect black maxi dress, by Jack Bryan! This jet black jersey dress features embroidery on the
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1970s American Maxi Dress

1970s Donald Brooks Black and White Crepe Belted Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
By Donald Brooks
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 1970s DONALD BROOKS black and white maxi dress gown ! Features a luxurious crepe
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1970s American Maxi Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Black Wool Crepe Long Sleeve Dress-40-Circa 70's
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Yves Saint Laurent Black Wool Crepe Long Sleeve Dress-40-Circa 70's This spectacular vintage YSL
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

70s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Jersey Dress with Rhinestone Embellishment
By Ceil Chapman
Located in San Francisco, CA
70s Ceil Chapman black silk jersey dress. Lace up front. Rhinestone encrusted grommets and end
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Guy Laroche 70s Blue Gold Black Velvet Evening Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Guy Laroche vintage 70s woman dress. Evening dress, blue and gold damask bodice, internal boning
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses

1970s Lilly Pulitzer ' The Lilly ' Black Colorful Vintage 70s Boho Maxi Dress
By Lilly Pulitzer
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous 1970s LILLY PULITZER "The Lilly" maxi dress! Black background, with vibrant colored
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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Lanvin long velvet dress 60s/70s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Rubiera, RE
LANVIN 22. Faubourg St. Honoré _ PARIS 60s/70s Long printed velvet dress with large shocking pink
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pauline Trigere 1970s Burgundy Maroon Wool Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Mini Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s PAULINE TRIGERE burgundy / maroon long sleeve wool mini dress ! Features a tailored v
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1970s American Mini Dress

Geoffrey Beene 1970s Abstract Flower Print Long Sleeve High Neck 70s Maxi Dress
By Geoffrey Been Boutique, Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Diego, CA
dress. Features floral prints in vibrant colors of purple, pink, peach, orange, green and white on a
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1970s American Maxi Dress

1970s Jay Morley for Fern Violette Size 6 Abstract Mosaic Print 70s Maxi Dress
By Jay Morley For Fern Violette, Jay Morley
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 70s JAY MORLEY for FERN VIOLETTE short sleeve 70s maxi dress ! Jay Morley was a
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1970s American Maxi Dress

Amazing 1970s 70s Black and White Grecian Maxi Dress / Gown w/ Angel Sleeves
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1970s black and white color blocked Grecian maxi dress, with black chiffon angel
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1970s American Maxi Dresses

1970s Valentino Black Crepe Gold Lattice Beaded Embroidered Vintage 70s Dress
By Valentino, Valentino Night
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 1970s VALENTINO black embroidered gold lattice lace beaded crepe evening gown ! From
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1970s Italian Evening Gowns

Vintage Halston 1970s Optical Illusion Black + Khaki 70s Trapeze Dress
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 1970s HALSTON black and khaki optical illusion trapeze dress! Khaki top portion looks as if a
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Chic 1970s 70s Black + Silver Metallic Crochet Floral Print Vintage Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 70s vintage maxi dress! Silver and black metallic maxi skirt, with printed hibiscus flowers
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1970s Maxi Dresses

1970s Dynasty for I Magnin Psychedelic Vintage 70s Silk Cheongsam Maxi Dress
By Dynasty, I Magnin and Co
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage early 1970s DYNASTY for I. MAGNIN psychedelic print silk cheongsam / maxi dress
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1970s Hong Kong Maxi Dress

1970s Lillie Rubin Black Silk Sequin Belted Vintage 70s Sleeveless Evening Dress
By Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 70s LILLIE RUBIN black silk fully sequined sleeveless gown! Features thousands of
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1970s American Evening Gowns

1970s Sequined Black + Brown + Silver Vintage 70s Knit Sexy Evening Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1970s fully sequined sleeveless full length knit dress! Features thousands of hand sewn black
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1970s American Evening Dresses

1970s Lilli Diamond Black Jersey Rhinestone Vintage 70s Wrap Maxi Dress Gown
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet classic 1970s LILLI DIAMOND black jersey rhinestone encrusted faux wrap jersey plunging
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Beautiful 1970s Black and Metallic Silver Glitter Vintage 70s Maxi Dress / Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous early 1970s black and silver glitter maxi dress or gown! Features a fitted black silk
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Pauline Trigere Black Point d'esprit Gown - size 10 - Circa 70's
By Pauline Trigère
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pauline Trigere Black Point d'esprit Gown - size 10 - Circa 70's This beautiful gown has layers of
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Frank Usher Black Chiffon Cut - Out Belted 70s Vintage Evening Gown Dress
By Frank Usher
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage late 70s FRANK USHER Of London black chiffon cut-out belted gown! Features cut-outs at
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1970s English Evening Gowns

1970s Halston Silk Rayon Sleeveless Chic Vintage 70s Little Black Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect HALSTON 1970s little black dress ! I just love the lines on this beauty. While it looks
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Neiman Marcus 1970s Red and Black Asian Inspired 70s Caftan Maxi Dress
By Neiman Marcus
Located in San Diego, CA
dress! Lightweight red cotton, with black embroiderey at the bust, and alone every hem. Embroidered
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1970s American Kaftans

1970s Moroccan Black + Gold Metal Embroidered Vintage 70s Caftan Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s black crepe Moroccan long sleeve kaftan maxi dress! Features meticulously embrodiered
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1970s Moroccan Caftans

Vintage Joseph Magnin 1970s Lipstick Red Long Sleeve Wool 70s Sweater Maxi Dress
By Joseph Magnin Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage JOSEPH MAGNIN lipstick red long sleeve wool sweater dress! Features a soft wool knit
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1970s American Maxi Dress

Sweet Lo Iconic '70s Black Chiffon Scallop Hemline Beaded Evening Dress
By Sweet Lo
Located in New York, NY
Sweet Lo Iconic 1970s double layered black chiffon with scallop hemline and sleeves beaded
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1970s Indian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1970s Giorgio Sant Angelo Vintage Black Jersey 70s Sexy Boho Keyhole Maxi Dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and flattering vintage 1970s GIORGIO SANT'ANGELO black jersey maxi dress / gown, with keyhole
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1970s American Evening Gowns

1970s Bill Blass Black + Ivory Camellia Flowers Open Back Vintage 70s Gown Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational early 1970s BILL BLASS black and ivory camellia flower open back long sleeve silk
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Bill Blass 1970s Black Silk Chiffon and Lace Sequined Boho 70s Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely beautiful vintage BILL BLASS 1970s black boho evening dress! Features semi sheer dolman
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Yvette Paris Evening Blu 70s Long Dress
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Yvette Paris long evening dress from the 70s. Striped blue and black color, long princely model
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses

1970s Jody T Black Chiffon Spaghetti Strap Draped Vintage 70s Gown Maxi Dress
By Jody T
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic, classic and flattering 1970s vintage JODY T of California black spaghetti strap draped
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Ronald Amey Evening Gown Black Lace and Silk Taffeta Formal Dress Vintage 70s
By Ronald Amey
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This black lace and taffeta evening gown was made by Ronald Amey in the 1970s and is absolutely
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Roger Freres Black Lace and Green Silk Taffeta Gown-10-Circa 70's
By Roger Freres
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Roger Freres Black Lace and Green Silk Taffeta Gown - Sz 10 - Circa 70's Additional Measurements
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1970s French Evening Gowns

1970s Halston Couture Black Silk Chiffon Beaded Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Dress
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional vintage 70s HALSTON Couture black silk chiffon beaded dress and sash belt or head scarf
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Lucie Ann of Beverly Hills 1970s Sz Medium Large Black Vintage 70s Peasant Dress
By Lucie Ann
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s Lucie Ann of Beverly Hills long sleeve dress ! Features a black jersey bodice that
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1970s American Evening Dresses

70s Louis Carling Dress with Embroidered Epaulettes 12UK
Located in Port Hope, ON
Boat neck; discreet ruching from the neckline to the armpits (as well as the sleeve bottoms), and side slits. The material feels like a polyester jersey, and the color is a deep but...
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1970s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pauline Trigere 1970s Black Silk Chiffon Glitter Encrusted Bell Sleeve 70s Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 1970s PAULINE TRIGERE black silk chiffon glitter encrusted bell sleeve dress. Silver
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Lilli Diamond Black Fully Fringed Vintage Flapper Style 70s Cocktail Dress
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous mid 1970s does 1920s LILLI DIAMOND black fully fringed flapper style jersey cocktail dress
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Flapper Style Black Fringe Vintage 70s Does 20s Sleeveless Disco Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Channel your innner Studio 54 in this black fully fringed flapper style disco dress ! Features
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Black Jersey Jeweled Rhinestone Belt Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Dress LBD
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s black jersey long sleeve slinky dress ! Features an attached belt with jewel and
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Amazing 1970s Vintage One Shoulder Black Sequin Silk 70s Evening Dress Gown
By Mike Benet Formals, MIKE BENET
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1970s one shoulder black sequin silk Grecian inspired Toga evening dress
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1970s American Toga Dresses

Amazing 1970s Vintage One Shoulder Black Sequin Silk 70s Evening Dress Gown
By MIKE BENET
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1970s one shoulder black sequin silk Grecian inspired Toga evening dress
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1970s American Toga Dresses

Chic Vintage Anne Fogarty 1970s Black and Red Checkered Dress and Shawl Set 70s
By Anne Fogarty
Located in San Diego, CA
Such a chic vintage early 1970s ANNE FOGARTY black and red checkered dress, with matching shawl
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Incredible Vintage Bill Blass Black Silk Chiffon Ruffled Sequin Boho 70s Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely insanely gorgeous vintage 1970s BILL BLASS black silk chiffon long sleeve dress
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 70s EMILIO PUCCI Velvet Psychelic Print Long Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Bilbao, ES
Vintage EMILIO PUCCI Pink, Black and green Silk Psychelic and flowe Print Long Dress Emilio Pucci
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

1970s Holly’s Harp Black Pearl Bead Encrusted Vintage 70s Silk Jersey Midi Dress
By Holly Harp
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 70s HOLLY’S HARP black beaded and pearl encrusted ilk jersey midi dress ! Features a
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Giorgio di Sant Angelo Black Vintage 70s Crochet Bishop Sleeve Smock Dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 70s GIORGIO DI SANT ANGELO black crochet bishop sleeve smock dress! Features cut-out crochet
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Anthony Muto for Joseph Magnin Black Jersey One Shoulder 70s Grecian Dress
By Anthony Muto
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s vintage ANTHONY MUTO for JOSPEH MAGNIN one shoulder black jersey dress! Beautifully
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

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70s Black Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of 70s black dresses for sale on 1stDibs. Our collection of 70s black dresses includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Beige, Purple and more. There have been many classic iterations of 70s black dresses over the years, but those made by Halston, SAMIR and Bill Blass are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

How Much are 70s Black Dresses?

The prices for 70s black dresses start at $195 and top out at $4,500 with these items, on average, selling for $850.

Finding the Right Evening Dresses and Gowns for You

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.

Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About 70s Black Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    There are a few options for how you should dress for a ’70s party. You can go for the hippie look with dramatic bell-bottoms, fringed jackets and vests and embroidered blouses, or try a sporty look by pairing a vintage tee with high-waisted, button-fly flared jeans and clogs or platform shoes. For a straight-from-the-disco aesthetic, look for surplice and halter dresses decked out in sequins. Men can make a 1970s-inspired statement with a leisure suit or bell-bottoms matched with a turtleneck. Aviator sunglasses are great accessories for both men and women. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of 1970s apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the maxi dress was very popular in the 1970s. This was a strange transitional era for women’s clothing as they left behind more modest clothing and embraced a risque approach to style. This meant that in the 1970s maxi dresses sat alongside miniskirts in the same closet. Shop a collection of 1970’s-inspired vintage clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The sunglasses that were popular in the 70s were those that were large and often square in shape. A popular 70s style was the aviator style. Many of the 70s style glasses were characterized by colored lenses and funky frames. Shop 1970s sunglasses and other vintage sunglasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What the ’70s glasses were called depended on the shape of their frames. Sunglasses and eyeglasses that feature rounded frames with a double bridge are aviator glasses. The oversized women's sunglasses that feature curved, thick frames are butterfly sunglasses, while the angular looks worn by Elton John and other celebrities of the 1970s are square sunglasses. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage sunglasses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many kinds of skirts were popular in the 1970s, including denim skirts, A-line skirts, and peasant skirts. Earth tones, pastels, and wildly colorful patterns were common styles of the 70s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a wide collection of vintage 1970s skirts from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, platform shoes are not from the ‘70s. Platform shoes have been around for centuries, with origins in Greek theater. Salvatore Ferragamo popularized the footwear again in the 1930s with his rainbow-soled design. Find vintage and contemporary platform shoes from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What ’70s furniture is called depends on its style. Generally, pieces from this decade can be called vintage furniture. However, pieces with certain stylistic characteristics have other names. For example, some 1970s furniture is mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, was developed in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1970s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    From crinkle boots to platform boots, there were many different styles of boot found in the 1970s. One of the most popular and famous styles from the time was the go-go boot which first rose to prominence in the 60s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage boots from the 1970s from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In order to dress for a ‘70s party, it is important to dress in the styles of the day. Namely, opt for bell-bottom jeans, polyester tops, shirts and jackets with wide lapels, peasant tops and halter tops. Additionally, choose bright colors and patterns such as tie-dye.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many different styles of dress were popular in the 1990s, including the slip dress which became very common by the middle of the decade. Tastes and styles varied between regions and among people. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage 1990s dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the 1920s, the flapper dress became a fresh new look for both day and evening wear. This shift dress hung from shoulder to just below the knee with a significant drop waistline. The evening versions of these dresses often featured lace, fringe, beadwork and luxe fabrics like chiffon, velvet and taffeta. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage flapper dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    In the 1990s, people dressed in different ways. Styles included grunge, modern preppy, hip-hop and goth. Some trends of the decade were slip dresses, plaid flannel shirts, long plaid skirts, overalls, combat boots and loose-fitting rolled jeans. Neon colors were popular for a time, as were fabric headbands and fabric-covered ponytail holders. Shop a selection of 90s vintage apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Black tie dress code is a formal dress code typically reserved for special events that take place in the evening. For men, black tie usually requires a tuxedo and a black tie, though in some cases, a black suit may suffice. Women typically wear floor-length gowns, high heels and jewelry and carry clutch handbags. Find a selection of men's and women's formal apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    1950s-style dresses are often called poodle skirt dresses. The dress is generally a fit-and-flare shape with a wide swing skirt. Another popular type of dress is the form-fitting sheath, also known as a pencil dress.

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