1970s Patriotic Blad Eagle USA Patriotic Red, White and Blue 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1970s patriotic maxi dress! Turquoise blue base, with vibrant colors of red, white, blue and gold throughout. Peek-a-boo cut out above the bust, with a high neck. ...
Amazing 1970s Aztec Abstract Print Cerulean Blue Cut Out Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s cerulean blue and pink cotton blend Aztec abstract print cut-out maxi dress! Features vibrant colors of hot pink, yellow, purple, and green throughout. Simply slips ove...
1970s Teal Green Blue Pink Flower Printed Cotton + Lace Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1970s teal green / blue and pink cotton and lace maxi dress! Features a fitted spaghetti strap sleeveless bodice trimmed in lace on the front and back. Forgiving an...
1970s Maurice Signed Abstract Print Pink Blue Coral Knit Jersey 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 70s MAURICE signed pink, blue, coral and white jersey maxi dress !
$713Sale Price|24% Off
1970s Gay Gibson Navy Blue + Red Lightweight Wool Nautical Halter Maxi Dress 70s
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 70s GAY GIBSON navy blue and red wool halter maxi dress !
1970s Holly Hobbie Theme Red, White and Blue Denim Blue Jean 70s Mini Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage early 70s Holly Hobbie themed denim embroidered mini dress!
1970s Tachi Castillo for Pan American Phoenix Navy Blue Crochet 70s Maxi Dress
By Tachi Castillo
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 70s vintage Tachi Castillo for Pan American Phoenix Mexican navy blue crochet cotton maxi dress !
1970s Halston Tie Dyed Blue Silk Vintage 70s Dress Jacket Ensemble
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 1970s HALSTON (attributed) blue tie dyed silk chiffon maxi dress and jacket ensemble! Dress simply slips over the head, and features multiple layers of soft lightwei...
Amazing 1970s Navy Blue Novelty Olive Branch Print 70s Maxi Dress + Shirt Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s navy blue, pink, orange and white jersey maxi dress and shirt jacket! Features a fun olive branch novelty print thorughout. Dress has a hidden zipper up the back. Shirt...
Gorgeous Bill Blass Couture Vintage 1970s Royal Blue Silk Satin Belted 70s Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage BILL BLASS Couture royal blue silk satin dress! This gem was completely hand-sewn, and is numbered. Features a fitted bodice with a flattering full skirt, with a ...
1970s Halston Cerulean Blue Silk Chiffon Blue Size 6 / 8 70s Goddess Gown Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
*Model in video is US Size 6, and 5’8 feet tall* Gorgeous vintage 70s HALSTON Couture cerulean blue silk chiffon goddess gown ! Simply slips over the head. There are multiple layers ...
1970s Royal Blue Fully Sequin Dolman Sleeves Vintage 70s Evening Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s royal blue fully sequined gown ! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins throughout. Peek-a-boo back with hidden zipper and hook-and-eye closures. Rhinestone buttons ...
Gorgeous 1970s Victoria Royal Couture Mint Blue Rhinestone Jersey 70s Gown Dress
By Victoria Royal
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage early 1970s VICTORIA ROYAL Couture light mint blue / green rhinestone beaded jersey gown! Features a beautiful mint blue color that is perfect for any skin tone. Sof...
$700Sale Price|21% Off
Gorgeous 1970s Turquoise Blue Embroidered Vintage Indian Kurta 70s Dress + Sash
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1970s turquoise blue colorful embrodiered Indian boho kurta dress and sash belt! Features vibrant colored hand embrodiered flowers in fuchsia, purple, red, marigold yellow, ...
1970s Blue + Red + White Strawberry Novelty Print Polka Dot Vintage 70s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
The cutest 1970s novelty print jumper dress! This cotton number features a rich blue with red and white strawberries and mini polka dots throughout. Adjustable sleeve straps can be m...
$540Sale Price|20% Off
1970s White Silk Lace + Blue Cotton Intricate Paisley Jewel Boho 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1970s bohemian styled dress! Features a white silk French lace vertically tiered bodice, with and amazing paisley screen printed blue cotton skirt.
$840Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Mollie Parnis 1970s Blue and White Novelty 70s Linen + Cotton Dress
By Mollie Parnis
Located in San Diego, CA
From the queen of dressing First Ladies, comes this wonderfully chic 1970s vintage MOLLIE PARNIS blue and white nautical linen/cotton dress ! Features the perfect linen/cotton blend ...
1970s Swan Print Novelty Cotton Boho Vintage 70s Blue and Yellow Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Outstanding vintage 1970s swan print novelty maxi dress! Features blue, yellow, brown and white colors, with swans printed throughout. Features a ruffled hem, puff, sleeves, and ruch...
Chic 1970s Vintage Blue and Pink Cotton + Silk Brocade Belted 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Such a chic 1970s maxi dress! Super soft, yet sturdy cotton fabric, with silk brocade detail at bust, and attached silk brocade belt that ties in the back. Psychedelic themed floral ...
Vintage Lilli Diamond 1970s Teal Blue Long Sleeve 70s Knee Length Jersey Dress
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s LILLI DIAMOND teal blue long sleeve jersey dress! Features flattering ruching on the bodice, with sleek tailored long sleeves. Flirty skirt has gathers the start at t...
$559Sale Price|24% Off
1970s Novelty Fruit Print Blue Multi Color Vintage 70s Stylish V Neck Wrap Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing late 70s novelty fruit print wrap dress ! Features a beautiful vibrant blue background.
1970s Pomare Hawaiian Vintage Colorful Tropical Print Halter Wrap 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic, yet versatile POMARE of HAWAII brightly colored floral wrap halter maxi dress! Soft cotton blend, with bright colors in purple, pink, blue, fuchsia, green and yellow. Criss cro...
Beautiful 1970s Jane Andres for Gumps Chiffon Vintage 70s Boho Chic Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1970s JANE ANDRES for GUMPS OF SAN FRANCISCO blue chiffon boho flower dress! Flirty and fun, with a beautiful floral print throughout. Vibrant blue, with bright pops of purp...
Rare 1970s Townley Blue + White Paisley Flower Print Vintage 70s Dress
By Townley, Neiman Marcus
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare late 70s TOWNLEY for NEIMAN MARCUS blue and white paisley flower print Avant Garde silk dress!
Chic 1970s Yellow and Navy Blue Polka Dot Chiffon A - Line Vintage 70s Day Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 1970s navy blue and yellow / marigold polka dot ruffle A-Line dress! Features navy polka dots throughout, with a ruffled neck. Hidden snaps shut the panel above the bust. ...
1970s Galanos Red White & Blue Bishop Sleeve Striped Silk Vintage 70s Dress
By James Galanos, Galanos
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely chic early 70s JAMES GALANOS for Bonwit Teller red, white and blue and beige striped belted silk dress !
Vintage Pierre Cardin 1970s Blue + White Heart Print Flutter Sleeve 70s Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Diego, CA
Flirty late 1970s PIERRE CARDIN for NEIMAN MARCUS royal blue and white heart print flutter sleeve dress! Features a blue background with white hearts printed throughout. Elastic wais...
1970s Halston Midnight Navy Blue Silk Velvet Vintage 70s Plunge Faux Wrap Dress
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
The silk velvet on this amazing 1970s HALSTON midnight navy blue faux wrap dress is the most luxurious velvets that I have ever felt! I can only imagine how incredible it feels on (i...
70s Adolfo For Saks 5th Avenue Black Blue Flower Print Vintage 1970s Knit Dress
By Adolfo at Saks Fifth Avenue, Adolfo
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 70s ADOLFO for SAKS FIFTH AVE black and royal blue rose print long sleeve santana knit dress !
1970s Frank Usher 70s Vintage Royal Blue Satin Strapless Gown and Shawl
By Frank Usher
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 1970s 70s FRANK USHER for NEIMAN MARCUS royal blue strapless satin evening dress and matching shawl!
$796Sale Price|20% Off
1970s Joseph Brennan Trompe L'Oeil Red, White and BLue Rhinestone 70s Midi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1970s JOSEPH BRENNAN red, white and navy blue trompe O'leil rhinestone encrusted midi dress! Features a navy blue, white and yellow bodice and skirt, with the front of t...
Beautiful 1970s Current Size 8 / 10 Teal Blue Aqua Silk Chiffon Couture 70s Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful mid 1970s teal green / blue aqua silk chiffon demi couture maxi dress / gown ! Words cannot even begin to convey the level of workmanship on this beauty. Sleeveless bodice,...
1970s Tachi Castillo 4 Piece Green Purple Pink Cotton Vintage 70s Dress Ensemble
By Tachi Castillo
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 70s TACHI CASTILLO 4 piece cotton dress ensemble ! Set includes: -Hot pink sleeveless tank top with buttons up the back -Green blouse with purple under the sleeves -Purple...
1970s Ronald Kolodzie Navy Blue Orange Green Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
By Ronald Kolodzie
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s RONALD KOLODZIE navy blue, orange and green long sleeve jersey maxi dress! Features a tropical Hawaiian print in vibrant colors of neon orange, green, peach and light p...
1970s Fully Sequined One Shoulder Sexy Ombre Aqua Silver Vintage 70s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1970s fully sequined turquoise blue and silver one shoulder gown ! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins throughout the entire dress. Silver and aqua sequins throughout. Hidde...
1970s Purple + Orange + Blue Flower Power Vintage 70s Tunic Mini Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing early 1970s flower power psychedelic tunic mini dress! Features flowers in various sizes, mixed with psychedelic prints. Vibrant colors of purple, orange and red throughout. ...
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Stephen Burrows 70s Blue Jersey Wrap Dress
By Stephen Burrows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Quintessential 70s style wrap dress of blue jersey by revered American designer Stephen Burrows.
70s Flora Kung Blue Silk Wrap Dress
By Flora Kung
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Gorgeous silk wrap dress in cornflower blue with tiered, ruffled sleeves and a bow print by Flora Kung.
70s Aqua Blue Crochet Sleeveless Dress with Slip
Located in San Francisco, CA
70s Aqua Blue Crochet Sleeveless Dress with Slip.
70s Blue Floral Vintage Chiffon Ruffle Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
70s Blue Floral Vintage Chiffon Ruffle Dress
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70s White Floral Rhinestone Gown and Cape
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unlabeled white chiffon gown with watercolor floral. Cape has sequin accents. Empire waisted and shirred bodice. Gathered, draped skirt. Fully lined.
Jean Varon Periwinkle Blue Long Sleeve Dress, 1970s
By John Bates
Located in Houston, TX
The Jean Varon designer - John Bates is known to have been one of the best talents of the 60s and 70s. This periwinkle blue dress looks to be one of his later designs.
70s Dior Vintage Baby Doll Blue Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The material is a gorgeous, shimmering blue that captures the glamour and elegance of the 70s era.
1970s HALSTON Baby Blue Sleeveless Cashmere Vintage Sweater 70s Dress
By Halston
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s HALSTON Baby Blue Sleeveless Cashmere Sweater 70s maxi Dress.
1970s Oscar De La Renta blue metallic brocade 70s vintage dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic and timeless Vintage 1970s Oscar De La Renta blue metallic brocade dress with belt. A line shape. SMall Bust: 36-/ waist: 25"/ Hip:34" / Length: 48". Shoulder: 14...
1970s Blue and White Seagull Print Halter Cotton Maxi Vintage 70s Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1970s Blue and White Seagull Print Halter Cotton Maxi Dress. Perfect Summer vacation dress. Fit Size 0/2 Xsmall - Small Bust: 34 inch / Waist: 24 inch / Length: 61 inch
70s Hand-Knit Dress in Bold Graphics
Located in Gresham, OR
A bold 70s knit dress in black, blue, yellow and red.
Rappi Vintage 1970s 70s Linen + Silk Geometric Color Block Maxi Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vibrant linen color block maxi dress by vintage Viennese-born designer, Syd Rappaport under her label Rappi. Lined in silk. Quality fabric and construction. Details: Unlined B...
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Lilly Pulitzer Kaftan Dress Vibrant Graphic Floral Print One Size Fits Most 70s
By Lilly Pulitzer
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This fabulous Kaftan or Caftan dress was made by Lilly Pulitzer in the early 1970s. Made from polyester, the fabric features swirling graphic florals in shades of red, orange, aqua,...
Victor Costa Vintage 70s 1970s Sheer Blue Lace Maxi Dress with Long Sleeves + Belt
By Romantica by Victor Costa, Victor Costa
Located in Sparks, NV
Baby blue sheer lace maxi dress by Victor Costa. This dress has long sheer sleeves and a matching belt. Details Partially lined Back zip closure Matching belt included Circa...
1970s Blue Cotton Cherry Blossom Print Halter Summer Maxi Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
What a fun summer halter maxi dress! Vintage 70s blue cotton blossom print in black, white and print.
70s Missoni metallic grey and blue knit top and skirt set
By Missoni
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
70s Missoni metallic grey and blue knit top and skirt set. Top: Bust stretch up to 38"/ Waist stretch up to 28" Skirt: 22''-28"/ Length: 41" Size: 2/4/6
Shannon Rodgers for Jerry Silverman Colour Block Linen Maxi Dress 1970s
By Shannon Rodgers for Jerry Silverman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Shannon Rodgers for Jerry Silverman colour block linen maxi dress in bright green, marine blue & white. Classic 70s summer dress, sleeveless with a V neckline and an empire waist in ...
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Size: Small - Small Medium
Chic 1970s Navy Blue Silk Velvet Short Sleeve Vintage 70s Maxi Dress Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 70s navy blue silk velvet short sleeve maxi dress!
1970s Paisley Purple Blue Green Boho Vintage Cotton Rayon 70s Maxi Halter Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish vintage 1970s paisley halter maxi dress ! Features a paisley print with voibrant colors of purple, green, blue, pink and teal throughout. Soft cotton and rayon fabric. Halter...
Yves St Laurent 70's "Jardin des Majorelles" Inspired Cotton Summer Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Cute summer dress by the irreplaceable Yves St Laurent. Measurements taken flat in inches Sh to SH 11"(x2) - Ua to Ua 18"(x2) - Waist Free - Hips Free - Total Length 47" This dres...
Rare Early 1970s The Gap Blue Jean Denim Vintage 70s Overalls Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare early 1970s THE GAP denim overalls blue jeans dress! From one of the first to collections from The Gap in 1971. Features a fitted bodice itch an A-Line skirt. Pockets at each si...
70s Zandra Rhodes Kaftan Dress Silk Chiffon Blue Abstract Print Size M
By Dame Zandra Rhodes
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Here's an incredible sheer silk Kaftan from Zandra Rhodes London. Perfect for resort or holiday gathering around the pool. In excellent condition. Tagged size medium and true to m...
Amazing 1970s Purple, Blue and Gold Raw Silk Indian Inspired 70s Kaftan Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 1970s raw silk Indian inspired caftan maxi dress! Features the softest silk ever, with gold silk embroidery throughout. Light purple panels compliment the light blue panel...
Vintage 1970s GUCCI Creme and Blue Plaid Linen 70s Day Dress
By Gucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1970s Gucci creme and blue plaid linen dress. Bust: 36"/ Waist: 32"/ Hip: 36"/ Length: 42"
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Size: Small - Medium
Bill Tice For I Magnin 1970s Hand Painted Blue + White 70s Halter Maxi Dress
By I. Magnin, Bill Tice
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1970s BILL TICE for I. MAGNIN royal blue and white hand painted cotton maxi dress! Features an allover hand painted white 'splatter' print throughout. Two spaghetti...
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Size: Small - Medium
Stunning 1970s Royal Blue Slinky Jersey Sleeveless Vintage 70s Gown Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1970s royal blue slinky jersey maxi dress! Vibrant bold blue color matches practically any accessory. Origami-like angular bow detail at left breast. Hidden zipper up th eba...
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Size: Extra Small - Small Medium
Vintage Samir 1970s Sexy Robin Egg Blue Cut Out Disco 70s Halter Dress Studio 54
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 70s SAMIR robins egg blue cut-out dress! So much detail on this stretch jersey beauty!
1970s Vintage Blue and Pink Paisley Print Off Shoulder 70s Maxi Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1970s cotton, off shoulder blue and pink paisley Indian print maxi dress is a perfect summer vacation dress. Dress comes with a thick blue rope belt. The dress can be worn of...
Luxurious and versatile, designer day dresses are as well suited to tea at an upscale hotel as they are to your next garden or rooftop party.
Today’s featherlight unisex day dresses — as well as the vibrant vintage day dresses of the 1950s and ’60s — look quite different from the heavy, fabric-rich de rigueur garments of the Victorian era. In the late 19th century, a woman of a certain standing might have multiple dresses to wear throughout the day: specifically, one or two for the daytime and one for the evening. For example, a long-sleeve silk dress with a prominently flared back and a round collar of gold beaded lace that hugs the neck would be suitable for stepping out during the day, while a velvet gown trimmed in silk embroidery but overall comparatively informal in appearance would be worn for afternoon tea at home. At night, a silk velvet evening dress could feature natural world motifs such as butterflies (a characteristic of Art Nouveau design) and have short sleeves adorned with lace and ruffles and a scooped neckline — the perfect attire for the theater.
During the 1920s, after all the chores were done, a woman would change from her housework clothing into a more fashionable day dress to run her errands or socialize. Some 1920s day dresses were brightly colored and featured bold patterns — a cotton dress with a dazzling floral print, perhaps, or, in the case of the more venturesome Art Deco apparel sold in high-end couture fashion boutiques of the era, semi-sheer silk garments embellished with three-dimensional beadwork or rich metallic gold lamé.
Today, a closet full of casual vintage day dresses is a must-have. Whether you opt for black, crimson or beige, day dresses bring an element of glamour to your next appointment, and in the summer, who doesn’t love a wonderfully simple, lightweight day dress cut in cotton and linen?
Because different fashion designers of every decade have offered their own take on the widely loved day dress, you’ll be able to find a variety of vintage and designer day dresses on 1stDibs. Search by creator to find enduring designs by the likes of Emilio Pucci, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior, or browse by period to uncover a scintillating collection of cotton and satin patterned dresses of the 1950s and ’60s.
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