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1910S Black Wool & Silk Satin Edwardian Avant Garde Dress
Located in New York, NY
1910S Black Wool & Silk Satin Edwardian Avant Garde Dress
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1910s Casual Dresses

Stunning Sculptural Avant Garde Dress Silver Silk Italian Design
Located in Berlin, BE
Breathtaking Raw Silk dress with the most amazing sculptural shape! One of a kind vintage Avant
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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Jacques Molko Vintage Black Patent Leather + Wool Avant Garde Dress
By Jacques Molko
Located in Sparks, NV
Black wool and shiny patent avant garde dress by Jacques Molko. Fully lined with front zip closure
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Sexy 1990s Lane Davis Size 8 Beverly Hills Hand Made Red Avant Garde Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexiest 1990s Lane Davis of Beverly Hills red Avant Garde dress! AMAZING cut, that looks to die for
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1990s American Evening Gowns

1980s Hand Painted Reversible Red + Gold + Green Vintage 80s Avant Garde Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde 1980s hand painted gold, red, and hunter forest green long sleeve reversible dress
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Incredible Vintage Angelo Tarlazzi Paris Royal Blue Polka Dot Avant Garde Dress
By Angelo Tarlazzi
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage Angelo Tarlazzi blue silk taffeta strapless dress! Drop-waist, with ruched detail
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Holly's Harp 80s Black and White Purple Flower Print Avant Garde Dress
By Holly Harp
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde 80s HOLLY'S HARP vintage flapper style (with a twist) silk dress! Features a black and
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

NWT Christian Dior John Galliano Size 8 / 10 Lightweight Wool Avant Garde Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous new with tags CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO lightweight wool light grey wiggle dress
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

New Lanvin Alber Elbaz Taupe Strong Shoulder Taupe Silk Avant Garde Dress NWT
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand new (with tags) LANVIN, by ALBER ELBAZ nude / taupe silk t-shirt dress! Not just your
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Versace Spring 2008 Runway Purple Blue Cape Back Jersey Avant Garde Dress Sz 42
By Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy Spring 2008 Runway ( Look # 40 ) GIANNI VERSACE Avant Garde cape back sleeveless purple
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Marimekko Vintage 1980s 80s Textile Print Color Block Avant Garde Batwing Dress
By Marimekko
Located in Sparks, NV
Colorful geometric screen printed avant garde dress by Finnish textile designer Marimekko. Drop
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1980s Day Dresses

Pierre Cardin Avant Garde Black Cut Out Cage Cold Shoulder Tunic Dress, 1980s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Sparks, NV
Unique vintage black avant garde dress by Pierre Cardin from the 1980s. Unlined with no closure
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1980s French Day Dresses

1960s Galanos Ivory Off - White Linen Avant Garde Vintage 60s Mod Cream Dress
By Galanos, James Galanos
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare early 1960s JAMES GALANOS for Bonwit Teller ivory Irish linen Avant Garde dress ! This gem is
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

FENDI A/W 2009 2 Pc Black Wool on Grey Silk Jacket Dress Suit Set
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Thiensville, WI
Fendi Fall / Winter 2009 two piece Avant Garde dress suit designed by Karl Lagerfeld. Black wool
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Early 2000s Italian Dress and Coat Ensembles

Thierry Mugler Vintage Avant Garde Circular Striped Long Sleeve Dress, 1980s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Sparks, NV
Avant garde circular striped dress by Thierry Mugler. Long sleeves and zip up front. Details
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1980s French Day Dresses

Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons Avant Garde Black Draped Asymmetric Dress
By Junya Watanabe, Comme des Garçons
Located in Sparks, NV
Incredible Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons black avant garde draped dress. Partially lined, no
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2010s Japanese Day Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier Y2K Avant Garde Cotton Black Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Jean Paul Gaultier Y2K Avant Garde Cotton Black Maxi Dress embodies an exquisite blend of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Maxi Dresses

Issey Miyake Sculptural Pleats Please Vintage Pleated Avant Garde Midi Dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage Issey Miyake Pleats Please dress. Unlined with no closure (pulls on over the head
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1990s Japanese Day Dresses

1990s Krizia Vintage Blue + Black Avant Garde Mesh Goth Parachute Dress
By Krizia
Located in Sparks, NV
Cobalt blue and black vintage dress by Krizia featuring parachute detailing and sheer mesh long
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Moschino Couture Runway Dress Asymmetrical Corset Gown Avant-Garde
By Moschino Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Original Moschino Couture documented Runway Dress. Amazing rare Avant-Garde couture piece
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2010s Evening Dresses

Comme des Garcons Vintage Black Avant Garde Patchwork Shift Dress
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Sparks, NV
Unique Comme des Garcons black shift dress with patchwork sides and painted "wet look" trim
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Late 20th Century Shift Dresses

Vintage Guy Laroche Belted Pineapple Origami Avant Garde Cotton Pink Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage Guy Laroche watermelon origami, Avant Garde belted dress. This cotton number features
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen 2010 Dress Futuristic Avant Garde Metallic Silk Silver
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Avant Garde surreal dream and part of Fashion History. Blue and silver metallic paint stroke brocade
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Ronaldus Shamask Avant Garde 1980's Vintage Cream Wool Dress Size 6/8
By Ronaldus Shamask
Located in Portland, OR
This vintage cream dress was designed by Ronaldus Shamask in the 1980's. The dress has front
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1980s American Day Dresses

Gianfranco Ferre Favorite Avant Garde Beaded Blue Evening Dress NEW
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gianfranco Ferre's highly architectural avant garde creation, designed with an art deco influence
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Vintage James Purcell Houndstooth Dress Avant Garde Space Age
By James Purcell
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful silk vintage James Purcell dress! Features black & white houndstooth, with a plunging
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Gianfranco Ferre Vintage Black Wool Silk Avant Garde Cut Out Tunic Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Sparks, NV
Black wool and silk avant garde tunic dress by Gianfranco Ferre. Unique avant garde shape with an
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Late 20th Century Casual Dresses

Lilli Rubin Avant Garde White Jersey Dress Gown, 1980s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Take a look at the shoulders on this one, Tons of prong set Rhinestones make up petals on the shoulders. Ruched Waist. WHITE jersey on the fabric. The Pleat opens to the knee in fron...
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Avant Garde Vintage 80s Stephan Caras Black + Yellow + White Daisy Print Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1980s STEFANOS by STEPHAN CARAS Avant Garde halter dress! Caras pieces are very
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1980s Canadian Cocktail Dresses

Incredible Rare Issey Miyake Pleats Please Avant Garde Color Block Dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in Boca Raton, FL
vivid patchwork of color-blocked fabric, adding extra depth and gravitas to this Avant Garde masterpiece
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1990s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990S YOHJI YAMAMOTO Black Wool Knit Avant Garde Shirt Dress With Changeable Co
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in New York, NY
1990S YOHJI YAMAMOTO Black Wool Knit Avant Garde Shirt Dress With Changeable Collar
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1990s Japanese Mini Dresses

2000S ISSEY MIYAKE Blue & Black Metallic Polyester 132 5 Avant Garde Art Dress
Located in New York, NY
Mr Issey Miyake. 2000S ISSEY MIYAKE Blue & Black Metallic Polyester 132 5 Avant Garde Art Dress
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Early 2000s Casual Dresses

1980s Vintage Victor Costa Size 12 Tropical Hawaiian Avant Garde 80s Maxi Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in San Diego, CA
print in vibrant colors of pink, fuchsia, blue, green and black. Avant Garde accordion detail at the
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1980s American Maxi Dresses

Vintage Thierry Mugler Black ' Silver Bullet ' Avant Garde 1990s Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in San Diego, CA
Remarkable vintage Thierry Mugler black dress! Features silver metal 'bullets' at collar, cuffs
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Victor Costa Vintage Black Origami Pleated Avant Garde Strapless Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Sparks, NV
Unique strapless black cocktail dress by Victor Costa. Origami fan pleating and asymmetric back
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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Patrick Kelly " Barcode " Black & White Avant Garde Mini Dress
By Patrick Kelly
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly rare vintage Patrick Kelly "Barcode" dress! Black and white barcode print throughout
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Wonderful Vintage Victor Costa Avant Garde ' Origami ' Silk Floral Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in San Diego, CA
Impressive vintage Victor Costa floral silk wiggle dress! Ruched sleeves, with an asymmetrical hem
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1985 Comme de Garcons Pleated Black Avant Garde Sleeveless Dress Rei Kawakubo
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo Comme Des Garcons
Located in Portland, OR
This rare vintage Comme des Garcons dress is from the 1985 runway collection. This avant garde
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1980s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Victor Costa Black + Yellow Avant Garde 1980s Strapless Cotton Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 80s VICTOR COSTA black and yellow Avant Garde strapless cotton cocktail dress! Features a
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Valentino Early 2000s Size 8 Black Strapless Avant Garde Strapless Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
give. Avant Garde details with accent details at left bust and waist. Interior support holds everything
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Marie Grazia Panizzi Sexy Avant Garde Convertible Strap Pinstripe Mini Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy MARIE GRAZIA PANIZZI Avant garde pinstripe convertible strap mini dress! Features a deep
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Emanuel Ungaro Paris Avant-garde Edgy Brown Leather Dress Made in Italy c 1980s
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in University City, MO
Emanuel Ungaro Paris Avant-garde brown leather dress Made in Italy c 1980s The edgy dress is
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Late 20th Century Italian Casual Dresses

1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Avant Garde Vintage 90s Little Black Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in San Diego, CA
Classic, with an edge 1990s MOSCHINO CHEAP AND CHIC little black dress! Features a fitted tailored
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Victor Costa Size 12 Black Avant Garde Rhinestone Cocktail Dress
By Victor Costa Saks Fifth Ave, Victor Costa
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage VICTOR COSTA for SAKS FIFTH AVENUE black cocktail dress! Features a fitted bodice
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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

Peter Pilotto Avant Garde Silk Blue Green Watercolor Photo Print Dress
By Peter Pilotto
Located in Sparks, NV
Unique water color photo print dress in shades of blue and green silk by Peter Pilotto. Details
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21st Century and Contemporary British Cocktail Dresses

1990s Holiday Lipstick Red Avant Garde Silk Flower Vintage 90s Strapless Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Holiday Avant Garde lipstick red silk Size 4 / 6 dress! Features a boned bodice to keep
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1990s Cocktail Dresses

J. Perez Valette 2022 Kelly Green Avant Garde Silk Taffeta Rhinestone Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous Avant Garde J. PEREZ VALETTE P/V 2022 kelly green silk taffeta gown ! This renowned
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2010s Spanish Evening Gowns

1980s Pauline Trigere Black Wool Silk Taffeta Avant Garde Vintage 80s Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde 1980s PAULINE TRIGERE black wool and silk taffeta dress ! Features a tailored wool
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

NWT Marchesa Size 10 Red Beaded Rhinestone Avant Garde Pleated Strapless Dress
By Marchesa
Located in San Diego, CA
New with tags beautiful MARCHESA red silk rhinestone encrusted Avant Garde strapless dress ! Kary
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1990s Liancarlo Couture Vintage Avant Garde Black Lace Peplum 90s Cocktail Dress
By Liancarlo
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 1990s LIANCARLO COUTURE black silk chantily French lace peplum Avant Garde cocktail
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Avant Garde 1980s Amen Wardy Abstract Flower Print Vintage 80s Strapless Dress
By Amen Wardy
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde 1980s ARMEN WARDY yellow, black, marigold and white strapless silk mini dress! Features
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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1980s Angelo Tarlazzi Shocking Hot Pink Avant Garde Silk Shantung Vintage Dress
By Angelo Tarlazzi
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde 80s vintage ANGELO TARLAZZI shocking hot pink silk shantung strapless dress! Features
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

I980s Vintage Paul Louis Orrier Couture Avant Garde Taffeta 80s Cocktail Dress
By Paul-Louis Orrier
Located in San Diego, CA
black fitted pleated bodice with Avant Garde puff sleeves. Attached hot pink fuchsia belt hooks closed
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Rare 1940s Novelty Asian Print Avant Garde Silk Strong Shoulder Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage mid 40s novelty Asian print strong shoulder silk dress! Features a warm marigold
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

Karl Lagerfeld 1990s Black Avant Garde Vintage 90s Sash Zipper Mini Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage KARL LAGERFELD early 90s black rayon mini dress ! Features a tailored bodice with a
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Emanuel Ungaro Dress Avant Garde Kelly Green Graffiti Scribble W/ Belt
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage Emanuel Ungaro Kelly green cotton wrap/shirt dress! Amazing graffiti/scribble
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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Gucci 1980s Avant Garde Black Size 42 Wool Vintage 80s Turtleneck Sweater Dress
By Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde GUCCI 1980s black wool turtleneck dolman sleeve wool sweater dress ! Features the
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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Fabulous 1980s Avant Garde Gold + Black Polka Dot Puff Sleeve Vintage 80s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous Avant Garde 1980s gold and black polka dot fit n' flare corset cocktail dress! Features a
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Rena Lange Black Silk Avant Garde Strapless Overdress Cut Out Bow Dress
By Rena Lange
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage RENA LANGE black silk ' Avant Garde ' bow overdress! Dramatic bust line, with black
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1990s German Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Jill Richards 1980s For Saks Fifth Avenue Red Avant Garde Silk Dress
By Saks Fifth Avenue, Jill Richards
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 80s JILL RICHARDS, for SAKs Fifth Avenue, red silk + taffeta dress!!! Avant Garde feel
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

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Avant Garde Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary avant garde dress you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Gray, Red, Blue and more in stock now. If you’re looking for an avant garde dress from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Victor Costa, Thierry Mugler and Comme des Garçons each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Finding an avant garde dress for sale for women should be easy, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Avant Garde Dress?

On average, an avant garde dress on 1stDibs sells for $895, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $58,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale 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 John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren 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 Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

Questions About Avant Garde Dress
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Avant-garde earrings are earrings that feature bold, experimental designs. Avant-garde jewelry design dates back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when artists and designers began rejecting traditional conventions and trying out new forms. Avant-garde jewelry may feature asymmetrical shapes, surprising geometric forms or unusual materials. On 1stDibs, find a selection of avant-garde jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Avant garde in fashion refers to forward-looking, innovative designs. Avant garde fashion pushes against mainstream trends and proposes unconventional ideas.

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