$368Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Afghan Kuchi Embroidered Cotton Kaftan Dress, 1970s Unisex
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage kuchi dress from Afghanistan, Ethnic Boho Baluchi ethnic dress, embroidered dress circa 1970s.
Afghani 1970's Purple Velvet Intricately Embroidered Kuchi Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a wonderful example of the traditional Kuchi dress found predominately in Afghanistan. This dress is typically ornamented with vests and headdress jewelry and is used in cere...
Pashtun Embroidered Ethnic Dress, Afghanistan, 1950s
Located in Bozeman, MT
October 2011 - our last month on 1stdibs.
Be sure to visit our website, kakkoiimono.com, where you will discover almost 1,000 vintage finds. We'll be celebrating our ...
Traditional Afghani Dress In Emerald Green with Intricate Beadwork
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Contemporary incarnation of traditional Afghani dress. In emerald green with gold jacquard flowers and with silver bullion and intricate beadwork. Heavily embroidered with inset mirr...
1950s Changeant Silk Dress w/ Ethnic Embroidery & Sheer Wrap
Located in Bozeman, MT
October 2011 - our last month on 1stdibs.
Be sure to visit our website, kakkoiimono.com, where you will discover almost 1,000 vintage finds. We'll be celebrating our ...
1950s Green Cotton Summer Gown w/ Ethnic Ribbon Detail
Located in Bozeman, MT
A lot of hours - and fabric - went into the construction of this dress. True surplice bodice with a figure-enhancing drape (but you can see that...).
Antique Hand Embroidered West Asian Kaftan
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous colors and hand work abound from neck to toe on thins piece. Dating to the early part of the 20th century this would have been for a person of wealth and status. The body an...
Metal Embroidered Chiffon Kaftan
Located in New York, NY
This is an ankle-length red chiffon tunic, embroidered with stunning floral motifs. The tunic falls to the floor in the front and back, and is slit all the way up to the hips on both...
1960's AFGHAN hand embroidered floral dress
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Hand-embroidered, floral printed dress from Afghanistan dating the 1960's. Labeled a size M.
1970's AFGHAN floral printed folk style dress with hand embroidery
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Hand-embroidered, floral printed folk style dress from Afghanistan dating the 1970's. No size is indicated although this dress best fits a size S.
Vintage Silk Afghani Silk Dress
Located in London, GB
A wonderful vintage silk dress from the Middle East. The dress has a v neckline with embroidery detail , gathering at the waist and detail on the back. Measurements: Bust up to 39'...
Afghani Gorgeous Multicolored and Metallic Embroidered Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Afghani Gorgeous Multicolored and Metallic Embroidered Dress
Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots Schiaparelli
By Schiaparelli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots. The Robe is draped on the shoulders and close with gold metal buttons. The dress is draped on the bust with tulle sh...
1970s Emanuel Ungaro Parallele Paris Vintage Camel Wool Cape Coat/ Jacket
By Parallele, Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Sparks, NV
Incredible vintage heavy wool cape coat by Emanuel Ungaro from the 1970s. Single button closure at the front of the neck. Beautiful camel colored wool. Unlined. This cape should fit ...
Elegant Hand Embroidered and Beaded Chinoiserie Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Chic Hand Embroidered and Beaded Chinoiserie Clutch made in France from antique Chinese textile from the early 20th Century. Wonderful quality with marcasite set fern motifs with Gre...
$2,500
Size: fits like a USA 0 ; XXS/XS
BADGLEY MISCHKA 90's Vintage heavily beaded beige long evening gown maxi dress
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Sand colored and beautifully beaded long sleeve gown Missing size and comp tag, please see measurements below, fits like a size 0 Flawless Measurements in inc...
Thierry Mugler Sculptural Ensemble 1992 Semi Sheer Black Suit Jacket and Skirt
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
The perfect blend of pure Eelegance & Drama! Extremely rare FW 1992 Thierry Mugler ensemble, jacket and skirt. In this exquisitely tailored two-piece, Thierry Mugler once again d...
Vivienne Westwood Fall 1996 Black sheepskin Fluffy Shearling Trapper Hat
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Rare, Fall 1996 Museum worthy Vivienne Westwood Black Shearling Trapper Hat. MADE IN ENGLAND. Measurements are provided in Inches; Length; 12” Approximately Size; 23.5” Appro...
$1,560Sale Price|20% Off
Size: FR42
New Yves Saint Laurent YSL F/W 2008 Runway Heavy Wool Skirt Sz Fr42
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent New F/W Runway 2008 Skirt Size: FR42 100% Heavy Virgin Wool Black High Waist Fit Diagonal Front Zipper Concealed Button Closure Waist: 30" High Waist Hip: 40" ...
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...
Green Crystal Panther Head Tassel Necklace c. 1990s
Located in University City, MO
Opulent green crystal panther head tassel necklace c. 1990s The elegant necklace is adorned with a feline head encrusted with rows of tiny pave' green crystals The eyes are distingu...
Silver Plate
$8,750
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in Dm 2.63 in
Rare Elsa Schiaparelli Documented Surrealist Lady Bug Cuff Bracelet
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Schiaparelli surrealist lady bug cuff bracelet. Of gilt plate metal the bombayed hinged cuffs inset with red, orange molded pate de verre glass lady bugs, partially painted in b...
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Gianfranco Ferré Sequined Sheer Jacket - '90s
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Gianfranco Ferré sheer jacket with all over sequin in light pink. The jacket has a front zipper opening with a golden ball. The hem is elaborated with golden round sequins and beads....
$635
Size: Recommend to fit UK 6
Spring 1994 Vivienne Westwood Fitted blue pin striped 3/4 sleeve Shirt - Blouse
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
An iconic Vivienne Westwood Fitted blue pin striped shirt with 3/4 sleeves from the Spring 1994 collection. The shirt is beautifully cut and has the iconic house emblem Orb detail e...
$2,500
Size: USA 6 fits like a 4/6
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Slip Gown w. Delicate Lace Embellished Overlay Maxi
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage USA size 6, fits like a size 4 Excellent Condition Can also be used for bride bridal wedding Vintage Badgley Mischka dresses are literal works of art. They ri...
1875 Dramatic Sleeve & Watteau Back Robe Déshabillé In Victorian Floral Print
Located in Gresham, OR
This garment from 1875 features dramatic sleeve and Watteau-back robe déshabillé with train in a gorgeous Victorian floral printed wool challis. Plunging velvet-trimmed neckline. Stu...
1960s Light Green Beaded Cocktail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960s Sheer light green sheer dress beaded in pearls . Dress comes with light green slip. perfect for wedding or cocktail party Fit size 4 *** slip has stains see image attached
A Parisian Paisley Cashmere Moon Shawl With Signature French Circa 1860
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1860. France Paris A square cashmere Paisley shawl with extremely fine weaving in 6 colors, cut-throw weaving dating from the Second Empire. Unidentified signature of Frédéric ...
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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