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Beaded Cream Dress

1960s Cream Beaded Sequinned Shift Dress
1960s Cream Beaded Sequinned Shift Dress

1960s Cream Beaded Sequinned Shift Dress

Located in London, GB

Late 1960s or early 1970s mini dress in a pale cream / off white colour, with an elaborate roundel design edged in gold sequins, both front and back, at intervals.

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

2000s Roberto Cavalli Cream and Purple Beaded Strapless Mini Cocktail Dress
2000s Roberto Cavalli Cream and Purple Beaded Strapless Mini Cocktail Dress

2000s Roberto Cavalli Cream and Purple Beaded Strapless Mini Cocktail Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An extraordinary circa 2000s Roberto Cavalli cocktail dress, constructed in ivory and rich raspberry - plum silk and lavishly embellished with tonal sequins, beads and embroidery. T...

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Early 2000s European Mini Dress

1970’s Louis Feraud Cream Beaded Sleeveless Kurti Tunic Dress
1970’s Louis Feraud Cream Beaded Sleeveless Kurti Tunic Dress

1970’s Louis Feraud Cream Beaded Sleeveless Kurti Tunic Dress

By Louis Feraud

Located in Sheffield, GB

A vintage 1970’s Louis Feraud tunic dress, crafted in a cream cloth, with beautiful seed-beaded decoration in Purple, White, Yellow & Black.

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1970s German Casual Dresses

1920s Black and Cream Silk Beaded Long Flapper Dress
1920s Black and Cream Silk Beaded Long Flapper Dress

1920s Black and Cream Silk Beaded Long Flapper Dress

Located in London, GB

This 1920s black silk beaded flapper dress is in impeccable condition for piece of its era, with no damage to the intricate beadwork to note and a beautiful line. Sleeveless with a s...

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1920s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Fabrice Cream Beaded and Lace Strapless Dress
1990s Fabrice Cream Beaded and Lace Strapless Dress

1990s Fabrice Cream Beaded and Lace Strapless Dress

By Fabrice

Located in London, GB

This decadent, rich cream mini-dress was created in the early 1990s by Fabrice, a renowned New York fashion label at the time which has now somewhat faded into obscurity.

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Jenny Packham vintage ivory cream beaded embellished tulle wedding dress gown
Jenny Packham vintage ivory cream beaded embellished tulle wedding dress gown

Jenny Packham vintage ivory cream beaded embellished tulle wedding dress gown

By Jenny Packham

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE This is an absolutely breathtaking wedding gown by British designer Jenny Packham, estimated to be from around 2009. The dress is nothing short of a work of art. C...

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Early 2000s Wedding Dresses

1960s Cream Silk Beaded Sequin Custom Cocktail Dress
1960s Cream Silk Beaded Sequin Custom Cocktail Dress

1960s Cream Silk Beaded Sequin Custom Cocktail Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960s custom cocktail dress Cream silk Hand beaded and sequined Back slit and zipper Fully lined Personal property of actress Maria Bello

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

2015 Balmain Cream and Gold Beaded Black Jersey Maxi-Dress
2015 Balmain Cream and Gold Beaded Black Jersey Maxi-Dress

2015 Balmain Cream and Gold Beaded Black Jersey Maxi-Dress

By Balmain

Located in London, GB

These beads are accompanied by rows of tiny, rounded black beads and rectangular stones in cream and black at the waist.

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2010s French Evening Dresses

Vintage 1940s Cream Crepe Silk Dress 1940 Beaded Mandarin Collar Dress UK 8 US 4
Vintage 1940s Cream Crepe Silk Dress 1940 Beaded Mandarin Collar Dress UK 8 US 4

Vintage 1940s Cream Crepe Silk Dress 1940 Beaded Mandarin Collar Dress UK 8 US 4

Located in Nashville, TN

This elegant 1940's cream crepe silk dress, accented by cream and black embroidered soutache which is in turn embellished with white rocailles beaded tassels, is the perfect piece f...

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1940s Chinese Dresses

1980s Jack Bryan Cream Georgette Dress with Beaded and Tulle Bodice
1980s Jack Bryan Cream Georgette Dress with Beaded and Tulle Bodice

1980s Jack Bryan Cream Georgette Dress with Beaded and Tulle Bodice

By Jack Bryan

Located in London, GB

This pretty gown is tailored from cream tulle lace detailed with resplendent cream and translucent beads, iridescent sequins and pearls.

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1980s American Wedding Dresses

1960s Gunne Sax Cream Linen Mini Corset Dress with Wooden Beads
1960s Gunne Sax Cream Linen Mini Corset Dress with Wooden Beads

1960s Gunne Sax Cream Linen Mini Corset Dress with Wooden Beads

Located in London, GB

Atop the shoulders and the mini corset bust, the white rope is laced and finished with a spherical wooden bead. The dress is tailored to an empire-line silhouette from a medium weigh...

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1960s American Wedding Dresses

1960s Mr. Frank Cream Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress w Rhinestone & Beaded Bodice
1960s Mr. Frank Cream Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress w Rhinestone & Beaded Bodice

1960s Mr. Frank Cream Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress w Rhinestone & Beaded Bodice

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Mr. Frank Cream Chiffon Cocktail Dress w Geometrically Beaded Bodice: Synthetic organza and chiffon in cream and white with a very full circle skirt in a knee length.

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

2000’s One Shoulder Cream nude Beaded Corsage Mesh Evening Maxi Dress - Gown
2000’s One Shoulder Cream nude Beaded Corsage Mesh Evening Maxi Dress - Gown

2000’s One Shoulder Cream nude Beaded Corsage Mesh Evening Maxi Dress - Gown

Located in Sheffield, GB

A Glamorous 2000’s cream vintage evening dress, crafted in a stretch mesh fabric with hand beaded decoration, asymmetric shoulder straps and flower corsage detail.

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Early 2000s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

CAROLINA HERRERA teal green cream black silk fully beaded crystal dress US2 S
CAROLINA HERRERA teal green cream black silk fully beaded crystal dress US2 S

CAROLINA HERRERA teal green cream black silk fully beaded crystal dress US2 S

By Carolina Herrera

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CAROLINA HERRERA teal green cream black silk fully beaded crystal dress US2 S Reference: NKLL/A00528 Brand: Carolina Herrera Material: Silk Color: Cream, Green Pattern: Crystals Clos...

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2010s American Cocktail Dresses

VERSACE cream gold bead clear crystal embellished hem shift dress IT38 XS
VERSACE cream gold bead clear crystal embellished hem shift dress IT38 XS

VERSACE cream gold bead clear crystal embellished hem shift dress IT38 XS

By Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VERSACE cream gold bead clear crystal embellished hem shift dress IT38 XS Reference: CC/A00392 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Viscose, Blend Color: Cream, Gold ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shift Cocktail Dresses

1920s Art Deco Cream Silk Chiffon Dress w Solid Gold-Tone Bead Embellishment
1920s Art Deco Cream Silk Chiffon Dress w Solid Gold-Tone Bead Embellishment

1920s Art Deco Cream Silk Chiffon Dress w Solid Gold-Tone Bead Embellishment

Located in Gresham, OR

1920s Art Deco Cream Silk Chiffon Dress w Solid Gold-Tone Bead Embellishment: An extraordinary example of the classic Art Deco style dress worn by those ultra-modern "flapper" types...

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1920s French Wedding Dresses

Cream Silk 1960's Beaded Cocktail Dress and Coat Size 6 8
Cream Silk 1960's Beaded Cocktail Dress and Coat Size 6 8

Cream Silk 1960's Beaded Cocktail Dress and Coat Size 6 8

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage set is composed of a cream silk and features a cocktail dress with beaded fringe detailing throughout.

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1960s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

1990S Cream Beaded Silk & Lace Minimalist Empire Waist Gown
1990S Cream Beaded Silk & Lace Minimalist Empire Waist Gown

1990S Cream Beaded Silk & Lace Minimalist Empire Waist Gown

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Cream Beaded Silk & Lace Minimalist Empire...

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1990s Formal Gowns

1950s Helena Barbieri Original Cream Silk Flocked Beaded Strapless Gown
1950s Helena Barbieri Original Cream Silk Flocked Beaded Strapless Gown

1950s Helena Barbieri Original Cream Silk Flocked Beaded Strapless Gown

By Helena Barbieri

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s Helena Barbieri Original Cream Silk Flocked Beaded Strapless Gown: A sensual original design features a floral motif beaded and jeweled bodice in a subtle and appealing style a...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960's Substantial Glass Hand Beaded Off White Cream Gown
1960's Substantial Glass Hand Beaded Off White Cream Gown

1960's Substantial Glass Hand Beaded Off White Cream Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960's Substantial Glass Hand Beaded Off White Cream Gown from the 1960's. The dress is fashioned with heavily beaded pearl like accents and adornments.

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1960s Unknown Evening Gowns

MORPHEW ATELIER Cream Silk Charmeuse & Chiffon Beaded Lace Bias Cut Gown
MORPHEW ATELIER Cream Silk Charmeuse & Chiffon Beaded Lace Bias Cut Gown

MORPHEW ATELIER Cream Silk Charmeuse & Chiffon Beaded Lace Bias Cut Gown

Located in New York, NY

MORPHEW ATELIER Cream Silk Charmeuse & Chiffon Beaded Lace Bias Cut Gown Measurements Overall length: 55 in. Bust : 33 in. Waist : 25 in. Hip : 35 in.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Gowns

Vintage 1960s Cream Silk Silver Beaded Dress & Coat Set 1960 Ensemble UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1960s Cream Silk Silver Beaded Dress & Coat Set 1960 Ensemble UK 10 US 6

Vintage 1960s Cream Silk Silver Beaded Dress & Coat Set 1960 Ensemble UK 10 US 6

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly majestic 1960's cream shantung silk dress and matching coat set, embellished with trailing silver lined glass beads, silver claw set rhinestones and faceted clear glass d...

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1960s Dress and Coat Ensembles

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Vanilla Cream Beaded Silk Wedding Gown Shawl
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Vanilla Cream Beaded Silk Wedding Gown Shawl

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Vanilla Cream Beaded Silk Wedding Gown 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 Warm vanilla buttercream ivory silk with white i...

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1990s Wedding Dresses

1970's Guy Laroche Haute Couture Cream Silk Beaded Gown
1970's Guy Laroche Haute Couture Cream Silk Beaded Gown

1970's Guy Laroche Haute Couture Cream Silk Beaded Gown

By Guy Laroche

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Amazing 1970's Guy Laroche couture cream silk gown. High neckline, billowing sleeves and empire waist. Simple almost religious lines, this elegant piece appears highly influence by B...

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1970s French Empire Waist Dresses

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1960s Hand Beaded Cream Dress
1960s Hand Beaded Cream Dress

1960s Hand Beaded Cream Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

1960s Hand Beaded Cream Dress B 36 W 32 H 38 L 39

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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960's Cream Cocktail Dress with Beaded Fringe
1960's Cream Cocktail Dress with Beaded Fringe

1960's Cream Cocktail Dress with Beaded Fringe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage cocktail dress is made of a nubby cream fabric with silver seed bead fringe at the hem and cuffs.

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1960s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

1960's Cream Cocktail Dress with Heavily Beaded Fringed Trim
1960's Cream Cocktail Dress with Heavily Beaded Fringed Trim

1960's Cream Cocktail Dress with Heavily Beaded Fringed Trim

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage dress from Cathay Imports Limited dates to the 1960's and is made of a heavy cream fabric (most likely a synthetic or synthetic blend.

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1960s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

1960s Helen Rose Egyptian Cream Beaded Evening Gown
1960s Helen Rose Egyptian Cream Beaded Evening Gown

1960s Helen Rose Egyptian Cream Beaded Evening Gown

By Helen Rose

Located in San Francisco, CA

1960s Helen Rose full-length evening gown in a cream silk chiffon featuring ornate beadwork and embroidery with pearls, glass beads, and brass decoration.

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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pamela Dennis Lace & Beaded Silk Cream Gown Size 6.
Pamela Dennis Lace & Beaded Silk Cream Gown Size 6.

Pamela Dennis Lace & Beaded Silk Cream Gown Size 6.

By Pamela Dennis

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pamela Dennis gold beaded lace cream silk gown is a size 6 and cropped jacket is a size 4.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Gowns

1960s Isabell Gerhart Cream and Turquoise Silk Beaded Evening Gown
1960s Isabell Gerhart Cream and Turquoise Silk Beaded Evening Gown

1960s Isabell Gerhart Cream and Turquoise Silk Beaded Evening Gown

By Isabell Gerhart

Located in Houston, TX

1960s evening gown from historic Houston boutique Isabell Gerhart. This gorgeous cream and turquoise silk dress features a heavily beaded bodice adorned with rhinestones.

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage John Anthony Cream Silver Silk Beaded Strapless Full Length Gown
Vintage John Anthony Cream Silver Silk Beaded Strapless Full Length Gown

Vintage John Anthony Cream Silver Silk Beaded Strapless Full Length Gown

By John Anthony

Located in Chicago, IL

This strapless, full length dress features detailed beading throughout. Drop beaded detail below bust. Inside corset boning around bust. Hidden side zip closure with hook-and-eye clo...

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chloé Karl Lagerfeld Documented Cream Satin Beaded Pod Applique Mini dress, 1969
Chloé Karl Lagerfeld Documented Cream Satin Beaded Pod Applique Mini dress, 1969

Chloé Karl Lagerfeld Documented Cream Satin Beaded Pod Applique Mini dress, 1969

By Chloé, Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The aesthetic of Chloé has been a beacon for feminine charm and sophistication since the 1950s. By focusing on designs that embodied modern women’s needs with all of the allure of ha...

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1960s French Mini Dress

1970s Dramatic Sleeve Cream Beaded Caftan Dress
1970s Dramatic Sleeve Cream Beaded Caftan Dress

1970s Dramatic Sleeve Cream Beaded Caftan Dress

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Incredible 1970s dramatic sleeve beaded caftan dress! Made of a creamy white fabric and accented with a bib of intricate gold and silver beading. Large, billowing dolman sleeves casc...

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1980s Evening Gowns

Fabulous 1960s Cream and Peach Beaded Cocktail Dress
Fabulous 1960s Cream and Peach Beaded Cocktail Dress

Fabulous 1960s Cream and Peach Beaded Cocktail Dress

Located in London, GB

This exquisite 1960s cream and peach toned silk cocktail dress is heavily embellished with tiny rocaille beading and is in superb vintage condition.

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1940's Cream Crepe Sequin + Beaded Formal Dress
Vintage 1940's Cream Crepe Sequin + Beaded Formal Dress

Vintage 1940's Cream Crepe Sequin + Beaded Formal Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Delicate bias cut vintage dress from the 1940's. Flattering asymmetrical cut with a sequin and beaded bodice. Waistband snaps and hooks in the back. Side zip closure. Unlined. Bus...

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1940s American Evening Dresses

VERSACE cream gold bead clear crystal embellished hem shift dress IT38 XS
VERSACE cream gold bead clear crystal embellished hem shift dress IT38 XS

VERSACE cream gold bead clear crystal embellished hem shift dress IT38 XS

By Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VERSACE cream gold bead clear crystal embellished hem shift dress IT38 XS Reference: CC/A00392 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Viscose, Blend Color: Cream, Gold ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Casual Dresses

1990S Cream Silk Beaded Gown
1990S Cream Silk Beaded Gown

1990S Cream Silk Beaded Gown

Located in New York, NY

1990S Cream Silk Beaded Gown

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1990s Formal Gowns

Vintage BOB MACKIE Size 6 Cream Silver Silk Beaded Long Sleeve Dress
Vintage BOB MACKIE Size 6 Cream Silver Silk Beaded Long Sleeve Dress

Vintage BOB MACKIE Size 6 Cream Silver Silk Beaded Long Sleeve Dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage BOB MACKIE dress comes in a cream & silver silk featuring a beaded design throughout, open back, fitted, hook & loop detail, and back zipper closure.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Gowns

Ralph Lauren Gown - Collection - Cream Beaded Drop Waist Tulle Dress
Ralph Lauren Gown - Collection - Cream Beaded Drop Waist Tulle Dress

Ralph Lauren Gown - Collection - Cream Beaded Drop Waist Tulle Dress

By Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in San Francisco, CA

RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION evening gown comes in textured cotton tulle completely beaded and features satin piping and drop waist pleated tulle skirt. Made in USA. New with Tags. Mar...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1960's Iridescent Cream Sequin & Beaded Wool Dress UK 8-10 US 4-6
Vintage 1960's Iridescent Cream Sequin & Beaded Wool Dress UK 8-10 US 4-6

Vintage 1960's Iridescent Cream Sequin & Beaded Wool Dress UK 8-10 US 4-6

Located in Nashville, TN

This breathtaking 1960's cream knitted wool dress, embellished in its entirety with cream iridescent sequins, and finished with floral beaded details, is the perfect piece for a spar...

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1960s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's Cream Sill Beaded Dress Bird of Paradise Sequin Dress UK 6 US 2
Vintage 1940's Cream Sill Beaded Dress Bird of Paradise Sequin Dress UK 6 US 2

Vintage 1940's Cream Sill Beaded Dress Bird of Paradise Sequin Dress UK 6 US 2

Located in Nashville, TN

This truly enchanting 1940's cream crepe silk dress, embellished with a sequin and bead design of a bird of Paradise perched upon a branch surrounded by leaves and flowers, in sumptu...

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1940s Unknown Evening Dresses

NEEDLE & THREAD pink cream beaded embroidery embellished chiffon dress UK4 XXS
NEEDLE & THREAD pink cream beaded embroidery embellished chiffon dress UK4 XXS

NEEDLE & THREAD pink cream beaded embroidery embellished chiffon dress UK4 XXS

Located in Hong Kong, NT

NEEDLE & THREAD pink cream beaded embroidery embellished chiffon dress UK4 XXS Reference: SNKO/A00407 Brand: Needle & Thread Material: Polyester Color: Pink, Cream Pattern: Embellish...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Cocktail Dresses

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Label Size 6 Cream Beaded Chiffon Overlay Cocktail Dress
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Label Size 6 Cream Beaded Chiffon Overlay Cocktail Dress

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Label Size 6 Cream Beaded Chiffon Overlay Cocktail Dress

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in San Francisco, CA

Gorgeous RED LABEL by VIVIENNE WESTWOOD cocktail dress. This avant garde style features an impeccably fitted sweetheart wiggle pencil skirt dress with a detachable flowing chiffon ov...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1960's Cream Silk Turquoise Coral Beaded Cocktail Dress Gino Charles
Vintage 1960's Cream Silk Turquoise Coral Beaded Cocktail Dress Gino Charles

Vintage 1960's Cream Silk Turquoise Coral Beaded Cocktail Dress Gino Charles

By Gino Charles

Located in Nashville, TN

An eye-catching piece to behold, this original 1960's cream shantung silk dress accented by turquoise and coral coloured cabochons beadwork and trailing gold soutache embroidery, is ...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

1970s gold beaded cream raw silk gown
1970s gold beaded cream raw silk gown

1970s gold beaded cream raw silk gown

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Cream raw silk gown from the 1970s beautifully embroidered in gold metallic thread and gold beads and sequins with cream beads and pearls...Sleeveless maxi length dress has a stand a...

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1970s Indian Evening Dresses

Vintage 1960's cream silk beaded dress original 1960's wedding dress UK 12 Us 8
Vintage 1960's cream silk beaded dress original 1960's wedding dress UK 12 Us 8

Vintage 1960's cream silk beaded dress original 1960's wedding dress UK 12 Us 8

Located in Nashville, TN

A vision rendered in a truly embellished fashion, this original vintage 1960's cream wool silk dress, embellished with silver glass beads, pearlescent beads, gold beads and silver cl...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

NAEEM KHAN Size M Cream Silk Crepe Chiffon Rhinestone Beaded Strap Dress / Gown
NAEEM KHAN Size M Cream Silk Crepe Chiffon Rhinestone Beaded Strap Dress / Gown

NAEEM KHAN Size M Cream Silk Crepe Chiffon Rhinestone Beaded Strap Dress / Gown

By Naeem Khan

Located in San Francisco, CA

Gorgeous NAEEM KHAN evening gown / dress comes in cream silk crepe chiffon and features a pleated bodice with rhinestone beaded straps and gathered skirt with overlay panel.

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21st Century and Contemporary Ball Gowns

Badgley Mischka Cream & Pink Beaded Evening Gown
Badgley Mischka Cream & Pink Beaded Evening Gown

Badgley Mischka Cream & Pink Beaded Evening Gown

By Badgley Mischka

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Nobody does evening wear quite like Badgley Mischka! Slip into something a little more elegant in our 1990s Badgley Mischka gown! Made of a creamy chiffon fabric accented with light ...

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1990s Evening Gowns

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Beaded Cream Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary beaded cream dress for your needs in our varied inventory. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Beige, White, Black and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a beaded cream dress may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An accessory like this designed by Bob Mackie, Naeem Khan and Badgley Mischka — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering.

How Much is a Beaded Cream Dress?

On average, a beaded cream dress on 1stDibs sells for $884, while they’re typically $112 on the low end and $5,895 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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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. 

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