$368Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 1970s Afghan Kuchi Black Floral Embroidered Maxi Kaftan Dress
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
An exquisite vintage Afghan Kuchi-style embroidered kaftan dress or long coat, circa 1970s, featuring intricate multicolored floral needlework against a rich black cotton ground.
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
1970S Purple Velvet Antique Ethnic Embroidered Cape With Ikat Trim
Located in New York, NY
1970S Purple Velvet Antique Ethnic Embroidered Cape With Ikat Trim
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 gold metal throughout. Chic bell /angel sleeved have just the right amount of flar...
Vintage Black Velvet Floral Embroidered Floral Evening Coat UK Size UK 10 US 6
Located in Maghera, GB
A striking vintage Sub Rang Collection evening coat, crafted in sumptuous deep black velvet and lavishly decorated with elaborate floral embroidery. The coat features an elegant lon...
Rare Vintage Moroccan Black and Gold Floral Silk Damask Caftan
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Rare Vintage Moroccan Black and Gold Floral Silk Damask Caftan, Handcrafted, Circa 1940s An exceptional vintage Moroccan caftan dating to the 1940s, beautifully handcrafted from lux...
ST.JOHN Women's Knit Purple Gown With Metallic Sequins & Studs on Neck & Sleeves
By St. John
Located in valatie, NY
ST.JOHN Women's Marie Gray Knit Purple Gown With Metallic Sequins and Studs on the Scoop Neckline and Sleeves. Marie Gray is the co-founder and designer of the of the luxury fashion ...
Vintage 1970s Victoria Royal Purple Sequin 70s Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress Gown
By Victoria Royal, Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Approximately Size Medium Model in video is US Size 6 and 5’8 feet tall Measurements Bust: 36 to 38 inches Waist: 28 to 30 inches Hips: up to 42 inches Length (top back shoulder se...
Vintage 1960s Oscar de la Renta Black Floral Embroidered 60s Cocktail Dress LBD
By Oscar de la Renta Boutique, Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Approximately Size Small Measurements: Measurements: Bust: 36 inches Waist: 27 inches Hips: 42 inches Length: 40 inches from top back shoulder seam to hem Exceptional late 1960s Osc...
$550
Size: XL; comparable to size M - L
Sheer Indian Black Silk and Gold Bead Kaftan Coat - M-L, 1980s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Halfway between a kaftan and a maxi coat, this sheer topper makes up in glamour what it lacks in warmth. The repeating floral pattern consists of clear bugle beads that catch and ref...
19th-Century Bukhara Silk Brocade Woman's Robe
Located in 中央区, JP
This elegant woman’s robe is crafted from mid-19th-century Bukhara silk brocade, originally woven for the refined textile traditions of Central Asia. The outer layer features a lumin...
Metallic Thread
1970s Sandine Originals I. Magnin Black Embroidered Colorful Cotton Maxi Dress
By I. Magnin
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Sandine Originals I. Magnin 1970s black maxi dress! Colorful weaving at neck, and colorful stitching at hem. Perfect from day to night. Looks great with sandals, wedges or ...
$600Sale Price|20% Off
Size: medium
Vintage Moroccan Green Embroidered Caftan Maxi Dress Size M Circa 1970
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage 1970s Moroccan Emerald Green Cotton Caftan with Gold Embroidery, Medium An elegant vintage Moroccan caftan from the 1970s, crafted in a beautiful emerald-green cotton fabric...
$788Sale Price|65% Off
MORPHEW COLLECTION Purple & Gold Silk Kaftan Made From Vintage Saris
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW COLLECTION Purple & Gold Silk Kaftan Made From Vintage Saris
Beautiful 1970s Bohemian Silk Dress Heavy Gold Detail Embroidery
Located in Berlin, BE
Dripping in old-world opulence and shimmering with the artistry of nomadic craftsmanship, this 1970s Kuchi dress is a rare relic of bohemian couture. A vision in pleated silk, its ea...
$956Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Small
1960s Greek Levantis Athens Black Red Linen Vintage 60s Embroidered Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 60s LEVANTIS Nikis 3 - Athens black and red linen maxi dress ! Fitted bodice has a full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Bishop sleeves features hid...
Vintage Algerian Purple Velvet Caftan with Gold Embroidery, Ottoman Style, 1970s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Algerian Purple Velvet Caftan with Gold Embroidery, Ottoman Style, 1970s An exceptional vintage Algerian ceremonial caftan, attributed to the 1960s–1970s, beautifully handcr...
$182
Size: Recommended Size; UK 6 / XS
Purple 2000’s Boho Pure Silk Floaty Beaded Paisley Tunic Mini Dress
Located in Sheffield, GB
A beautiful early 2000’s Italian Silk Tunic in dark purple tones, featuring beaded V-Collar line, Silk Velvet trim at the bust that ribbon ties at the back, sheer long sleeves and a ...
Sold|$13,000
Size: Medium
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Ivory Beaded Silk Bridal Wedding Gown w.Shawl
By Eavis & Brown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier Wedding gown with matching shawl Vintage 1990's Photographs a little "whiter" than it looks ...
LES HABITUDES 90's Couture Vintage Grey/Blue Beaded Bridal Wedding Dress Shawl
By Eavis & Brown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created in an England atelier entirely by hand Vintage 1990's This ensemble is ELITE Grey/blue color, very very light toned, just a hint of ...
$995Sale Price|21% Off
Exquisite Elaborate Glass Floral Beaded Embroidered Bolero Jacket c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Exquisite heavy glass floral beaded embroidered bolero jacket c 1980s The opulent glass beaded jacket is encrusted with elaborate hand beading accented with embroidered flowers thro...
Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful velvet Vivienne Westwood Jacket. Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature ...
1970s Emanuel Ungaro Parallele Paris Vintage Camel Wool Cape Coat/ Jacket
By Emanuel Ungaro, Parallele
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 ...
$1,640Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold, Signet Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring, Signet Ring for Her in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.25 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style, every occasion or any o...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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...
$16,906
Size: FR 36 - UK 8 - US 4
Christian Dior by John Galliano pearl beaded brown silk cocktail dress, ss 2008
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior cocktail dress ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 2008 ▪ Constructed from brown silk jacquard ▪ Beaded and fringed with faux pearls ▪ Draped bodice and sk...
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...
$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...
French 1920's Embroidered and Filet Lace Afternoon Dress.
Located in New York, NY
1920s French fine cut work and shadow embroidered afternoon dress, inserted with rondels of Reticella needle lace and sides of hand knotted Fillet lace . France 1920's Length 43"....
Etro Gold Metallic Sheer Silk Print Caftan with Self Belt Medium
By Etro
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Etro gold metallic sheer silk print caftan with self tie belt, marked size medium. Gorgeous print caftan in vivid colors with splashes of gold metallic throughout. Pull on caftan wi...
$1,900
Size: please refer to measurements
CLAIRE PETTIBONE 2016 Sample Wedding Gown Lace White Beach Wedding
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Claire Pettibone Romantique Collection Sample Wedding Dress White Lace Nude underlay Semi-Sheer Side zip No size or comp tag Excellent Condition, extremely faint traces of makeup by ...
Alexander McQueen Gown The Cosmic Rain Dress Embroidery Corset
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Breathtaking Alexander Mcqueen Corset Gown. Cosmic rain, comet and astral crystal embroideries are hand-sewn to this stunnig evening gown. Powder blue Paris net bustier dress featuri...
Thierry Mugler SS 1997 Gorgeous Black Evening Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In this stunning black dress, Thierry Mugler marries his signature sculptural precision with motion. The silhouette is razor-sharp, hugging the body with a surgeon’s precision, while...
$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" ...
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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