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70s Lame Dress

70s Gold and Red Lamé Maxi Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
70s Gold and Red Lamé Maxi Dress. Gold metallic bodice w/ embroidered ribbon waist detail, red
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1970s Maxi Dresses

Bob Mackie Halter Dress and Feather Trim Evening Jacket 2pc Set Rare Vintage 70s
By Bob Mackie
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
feather trim cropped jacket, likely made in the 1970s. The halter dress is floor length and made from a
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1970s Unknown Evening Gowns

MORPHEW COLLECTION Dusty Pink Silk Kaftan Made From Vintage Sari
Located in New York, NY
From the Victorian period to the 1950s, 60s & 70s western fashion has been utilizing Indian sari
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21st Century and Contemporary Kaftans

MORPHEW COLLECTION Burgundy Floral Silk Checkered Kaftan Made From Vintage Sari
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
From the Victorian period to the 1950s, 60s & 70s western fashion has been utilizing Indian sari
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21st Century and Contemporary Kaftans

MORPHEW COLLECTION Orange & Blue Multicolored Silk Conversational Print Kaftan
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
From the Victorian period to the 1950s, 60s & 70s western fashion has been utilizing Indian sari
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21st Century and Contemporary Kaftans

MORPHEW COLLECTION Red & Black Paisley Silk Floral Kaftan Made From Vintage Sari
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
From the Victorian period to the 1950s, 60s & 70s western fashion has been utilizing Indian sari
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21st Century and Contemporary Kaftans

MORPHEW COLLECTION Teal & Burgundy Floral Silk Studded Kaftan Made From Vintage
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
From the Victorian period to the 1950s, 60s & 70s western fashion has been utilizing Indian sari
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21st Century and Contemporary Kaftans

Geoffrey Beene Lurex Knit Ensemble
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
top and a gathered skirt. Top and skirt are edged in a gold lamé piping detail. C. late 70's.
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1950s Yma Sumac Custom Couture Black Orange Silk Hourglass Gown Ensemble
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An important and truly breathtaking one-of-a-kind dress ensemble custom made for Yma Sumac, dating
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1950s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Rare Bill Gibb Devore Silk Velvet Evening Ensemble
By Bill Gibb
Located in Geneva, CH
Incredible early 70s "dévoré" silk velvet and gold lame set composed of a short kimono-caftan and
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1970s British Caftans

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Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ethereal bridal gowns from the early 20th century are perennial favorites and this one is a wedding show-stopper. The garment's effortless style is so modern; the intricate hand embr...
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1910s Wedding Dresses

Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic 90s Chocolate Brown Jersey 1990s Sleeveless Top
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Perfect late 90s MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic chocolate brown sleeveless rayon jersey top! Features a flattering ruched bodice that stretches to fit. Simple slips over the head. Can easil...
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1990s Italian Sleeveless Shirts

Giorgio Armani Strapless White and Silver Lace Gown
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Giorgio Armani Strapless white and silver lace gown with iridescent beads. Lace has beautiful silver grey embroidery. Perfect for wedding or rehearsal dinner . Fit size : M...
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1990s Italian Wedding Dresses

1970's JEAN-LOUIS SCHERRER demi-couture ruched silk dress
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Dramatic, ruched, teal silk brocade, demi-couture dress with hidden corset from Jean-Louis Scherrer dating to the late 1970's. Labeled a French size 36. Dress measures approximately ...
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Important 1950's Emilio Schuberth Italian Couture Under The Sea Motif Satin Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An important and absolutely magnificent Emilio Schuberth Italian couture ocean aquatic motif ivory satin gown dating back to 1951. A Met Gala worthy look! This breathtaking dress was...
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1950s Italian Wedding Dresses

Giorgio Sant'Angelo Silk Maxi Dress 1970s
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in Water Mill, NY
A pretty maxi dress from Giorgio Sant'Angelo with pansies and other assorted flowers on a red and black background. It has a slit at the neck with a covered button and loop below th...
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1970s American Kaftans

Bob Mackie Vintage 1990s Strapless Black + Gold Beaded Evening Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Sparks, NV
Strapless Bob Mackie evening dress with a velvet bodice and gold satin skirt. Heavy glass beaded embroidery down the front of the dress. Details: Fully Lined Back Zip and Hook...
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Late 20th Century American Evening Dresses

S/S 1999 Jean Paul Gaultier Silk Statue Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
S/S 1999 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Statue Dress also in Met collection condition: Excellent 100% silk 30" bust, 32" waist, 38" hips, 52.4" length size M, US 6, IT42
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Olivier Theyskens for Rochas Wedding Gown with Long Jacket
By Rochas, Olivier Theyskens
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a modern wedding dress by Olivier Theyskens for Rochas. It comes with a long cap sleeve jacket and features a sculptural flower in the center of the bust. Please inquire ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Dresses

Grace Kelly Inspired Ivory High-Neck Illusion Wedding Gown and Cap – XS, 1951
Located in Tucson, AZ
An alluring, yet fully-covered gown for those brides who seek modesty without looking mousy, this wedding gown was custom-made for a 1951 bride who valued discretion and beauty in eq...
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1950s American Wedding Dresses

NWT F/W 2004 Valentino Garavani Red Sheer Lace Mini Dress
By Valentino Garavani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning bright red Valentino mini dress from the Fall/Winter 2004 collection. This vibrant lingerie-inspired mini dress, in Valentino’s signature color, features a shee...
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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dresses

Geoffrey Beene Dress; Vintage 1960s-1970s
By Geoffrey Beene, John Boyle Bishop
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage 1960s-1970s vintage Geoffrey Beene navy blue wool tailored mod dress with nautical-inspired buttons and cut. This piece would look great layered over a shirt or worn ...
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1960s American Day Dresses

A Rare Ottoman Banyan in Embroidered Silk - Early 19th century
Located in Toulon, FR
Late 18th or early 19th century Ottoman Empire Astonishing and very early banyan, kaftan or ottoman coat dating from the late eighteenth century. Raw silk background with woven check...
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A Rare Ottoman Banyan in Embroidered Silk - Early 19th century
A Rare Ottoman Banyan in Embroidered Silk - Early 19th century
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Size: Equivalent french size 36
1980s Fabrice Grey Beaded Cocktail Dress
By Fabrice
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Extraordinarily beautiful and very sexy 1980s cocktail dress. The label was created by Haitian born American designer Fabrice Simon, who died tragically young from AIDS in 1998. He c...
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Silk 2pc Leopard Print Sheer Blouse & High Waist Pants Outfit
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Portland, OR
We love Dolce and Gabbana animal prints and this 2 piece outfit is in a luxe brown leopard print. The ensemble includes a sheer short sleeve button front blouse and a pair of high wa...
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2004 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black wool dress with white stitching
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black wool and silk crepe dress with decorative white stitched detail designed by Alexander McQueen circa 2004. Labeled an Italian size 42. Measures approximately: 34" at bust , 29-3...
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70s Jean Louis Haute Hippie Chiffon Floral Maxi Dress
By Jean Louis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1970s maxi dress for the haute hippie by Jean Louis. Dramatic red and black floral print
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1970s Maxi Dress

70s Catherine Buckley Black Antique Lace 30s Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
dress. Tiers of flounced lace with high neck. Buttons all the way down front. Fully lined with gold lame
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1970s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

70S ROLAND KLEIN GYPSY DRESS
By Roland Klein
Located in Miami Beach, FL
red and gold lamé is soft and supple. Elastic around the neckline--wear it off the shoulders or not as
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1970s English Clothing

Vintage 1970s HALSTON Gold Metallic Lame 70s Wrap Cocktail Dress
By Halston
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic HALSTON 1970's gold silk lame wrap cocktail disco. The gold metallic fabric wraps you in
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1970s American Day Dresses

70s Neiman Marcus Silk Lamé Maxi Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 70s Silver Key - Neiman Marcus silk lamé maxi dress with full skirt, fitted bodice
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1970s American Informal Dresses

70s Silk Lamé Polka-Dot Chiffon Backless Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A daring 70s disco dress made of silk chiffon with gold lamé polka-dots. Elastic waist, deep cut
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Floral and Lame Print Chiffon 70's Bohemian Ensemble
Located in New York, NY
Large floral print and silver lame on chiffon 2 piece bohemian ensemble from the 70's. Top has full
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1970s Indian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent 70's Gold Lamé Evening Ensemble
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, iconic, reptile pattern, gold lame 2 piece evening ensemble, having
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Halston 70s Lame and Silk Chemise
By Halston
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic 70s Halston lame and silk chemise dress. In excellent condition. Approx. size 8
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1970s American Chemises

Gold Lamé Bohemian Dress
Located in New York, NY
belted or worn loose. Fabric has a geometric pattern gold lame that could be from the 30's or 40's. Dress
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1970s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Missoni Floral Lamé Kaftan
By Missoni
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Show off with this late 70's/early 80's iconic Missoni for I.Magnin kaftan! Features a beautiful
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1970s Italian Caftans

1970s Geoffrey Beene gold lame gown
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
70s Geoffrey Beene silk lame gold dress with raglan sleeve. Bust: 30"/ Waist 24" / Hip: 36
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Bill Blass Gold lame chiffon "gypsy" evening gown
By Bill Blass
Located in New York, NY
YSL's late 70's gypsy collection. Top is a generous blousson shape with full sleeve and skirt is
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Nina Ricci 70s Couture Gown and Cape - Velvet and Mink Sleeves
By Nina Ricci
Located in Gresham, OR
A stunning early 70s Nina Ricci Couture ensemble; gown and matching evening cloak with mink edged
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1970s French Evening Gowns

Vintage Saks Fifth avenue Demi Couture Water Color Silk Brocade 1960s Dress
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Vintage Late 1960s and early 70s Saks Fifth Avenue multi colored silk dress has beautiful
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1960s American Maxi Dresses

Rare 1970s Jay Morley for Fern Violette Metallic Caftan Dress
By Jay Morley
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
VIOLETTE Neiman Marcus’ stunning red rich art metallic caftan dress featuring front gold lame' knit buttons
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1970s American Caftans

MORPHEW COLLECTION Red, Black & White Polka Dot Silk Kaftan Made From Vintage S
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
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By Julio
Located in New York, NY
silver and gold lame butterflies. Tube matte jersey pale biege dress fits underneath the top.
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Elegant Moroccan Caftan Lime Green and Gold Metallic Floral Brocade
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Elegant Moroccan caftan lime green and gold lame metallic floral brocade, This is an exceptional
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Christian Dior Chiffon and Gold Lame 70's Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior, gold lame floral pattern, on silk chiffon, bias cut midi dress having a V neckline
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s French Couture Silk Paisley and Gold Lame Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
This original couture maxi dress was purchased in Paris although is without its label. It is
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1970s French Maxi Dress

1970s Gold Lamé Sleeveless Pleated cocktail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 70s gold lame halter V neck sleeveless pleated dress with elastic waist and belt. Bust: 36
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1970s Unknown Evening Gowns

70s Lilli Diamond Red Sequin Dress
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Francisco, CA
70s Lilli Diamond Red Sequin Dress. All-over red sequins on stretch jersey with red lamé threads
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1970s American Evening Dresses

Missoni Vintage 70s Lurex Metallic Knit Colorful Dress with Braided Sash Belt
By Missoni
Located in TARRAGONA, ES
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By Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Diego, CA
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By Pauline Trigère
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 1970s / 70s PAULINE TRIGERE gold and black silk lame animal print long sleeve dress
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1980s Vintage Angora Abstract Applique Sweater Top & Gold Lame Metallic Skirt
Located in Portland, OR
This is a wonderful 1980's vintage ensemble with a black angora & lambswool sweater with gold
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By Halston
Located in Boca Raton, FL
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Located in North Hollywood, CA
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Located in North Hollywood, CA
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By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
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By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
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Located in Miami Beach, FL
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1970s American Evening Gowns

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By Frank Usher
Located in Miami Beach, FL
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By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
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Iconic 70s Thea Porter Couture Black Chiffon Embellished Caftan
By Thea Porter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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1970s British Caftans

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Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
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1970s Pauline Trigere Black & Silver Burnout Velvet Evening Dress Ensemble
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70s Lame Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary 70s lame dress for your needs in our varied inventory. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gold, Red and more. Finding the perfect 70s lame dress may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 20th Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Halston, Christian Dior and Frank Usher are often thought to be among the most stylish.

How Much is a 70s Lame Dress?

Prices for a 70s lame dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $220 and can go as high as $2,200, while, on average they fetch $1,095.

Finding the Right clothing for You

From museum-worthy vintage Oscar de la Renta evening dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing available 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 Galliano and Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino 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 Chanel remain classic for haute couture advocates and beyond. By exploring the vast array of vintage collections on these pages, you can transform your closet into a retreat that is as retro as it is royal. 

Velvet cocktail dresses and silk evening gowns designed by French-born American couturiere Pauline Trigère — who dressed Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor — have proven timeless since their mid-century debut, while an overcoat by Alexander McQueen is the perfect finishing touch. In fact, an emerald one stays in rotation for Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge.

Those seeking modern high-fashion brands are also in luck. Turn your day-to-day into a runway with selections from Dolce & Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace or complete that fresh look with stunning footwear classics from the likes of Gucci and Christian Louboutin. The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. 

Build your collection of covetable and iconic vintage garments by shopping on 1stDibs. No matter where you roam, our diverse apparel and accessories will keep you covered in the hottest styles and comfiest black hoodie imaginable.

Questions About 70s Lame Dress
  • 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, velvet was used in the 1970s. Fashion designers used the fabric to produce dresses, bell bottoms, flowy kimonos and other pieces. Furniture makers often used it as the upholstery on sofas and armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of pieces from the 1970s.
  • 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 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
    In the 1900s, wedding dresses typically looked like full, floor-length garments. Brides wore S-shaped corsets below the usually ruffled bodices, and most designs included large puff sleeves. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.

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