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Bessi Silk Jersey Full Skirted Dress
Bessi Silk Jersey Full Skirted Dress

Bessi Silk Jersey Full Skirted Dress

By Bessi

Located in New York, NY

Silk scoop neck jersey dress by Bessi, Italy. Bordered print bodice with full gathered black silk

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1980s Italian Day Dresses

Bessi Silk Jersey Poinsettia Print Dress
Bessi Silk Jersey Poinsettia Print Dress

Bessi Silk Jersey Poinsettia Print Dress

By Bessi

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Bessi Silk Jersey Floral Print Dress with a poinsettia print in vibrant pink and green

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

1970s Bessi black and blue floral print silk jersey dress
1970s Bessi black and blue floral print silk jersey dress

1970s Bessi black and blue floral print silk jersey dress

By Bessi

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage 1970s Bessi black light jersey dress in light blue florla print V neck dress with billowy

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

Averardo Bessi 'Silk' Jersey Dress, Italy
Averardo Bessi 'Silk' Jersey Dress, Italy

Averardo Bessi 'Silk' Jersey Dress, Italy

By Averardo Bessi

Located in Sharon, CT

Prints reminiscent of Emilio Pucci, characterize the rare work of his contemporary- Averardo Bessi

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1960s Italian Chemise Dresses

1970's Bessi Pink Printed Cotton Floral Day Dress
1970's Bessi Pink Printed Cotton Floral Day Dress

1970's Bessi Pink Printed Cotton Floral Day Dress

By Bessi, Averardo Bessi

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Comfortable and loose fitting printed cotton jersey Averardo Bessi floral day dress from the 1970's

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1970s Italian Casual Dresses

Bessi 1960s Multi-Color Groovy Floral Print Midi Dress With Belt
Bessi 1960s Multi-Color Groovy Floral Print Midi Dress With Belt

Bessi 1960s Multi-Color Groovy Floral Print Midi Dress With Belt

By Bessi

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Step back into the vibrant 1960s with this stunning Bessi multi-color groovy floral print midi

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1960s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

Bessi Multicolored Silk Jersey Chiffon Sleeves Maxi dress, 1970s
Bessi Multicolored Silk Jersey Chiffon Sleeves Maxi dress, 1970s

Bessi Multicolored Silk Jersey Chiffon Sleeves Maxi dress, 1970s

By Averardo Bessi

Located in Boca Raton, FL

marshland nature print is signed throughout the dress with the Bessi signature. Size estimate: XS/S

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

Miss Bessi Floral Fine Cotton Lisle Knit Day Dress 1990s
Miss Bessi Floral Fine Cotton Lisle Knit Day Dress 1990s

Miss Bessi Floral Fine Cotton Lisle Knit Day Dress 1990s

By Averardo Bessi

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Miss Bessi Floral Fine Cotton Lisle Knit Day Dress 1990s. Simple shift dress in luxurious, lustrous

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

1970s Bessi Cream Silk Chiffon and Jersey Botanical Print Dress
1970s Bessi Cream Silk Chiffon and Jersey Botanical Print Dress

1970s Bessi Cream Silk Chiffon and Jersey Botanical Print Dress

By Bessi

Located in London, GB

Made in Firenze, Italy, this patterned dress is by Italian fashion house Bessi. Founded by Italian

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1970s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Averardo Bessi Tan Silk Jersey Long Sleeve Dress w/ Border Print
Averardo Bessi Tan Silk Jersey Long Sleeve Dress w/ Border Print

Averardo Bessi Tan Silk Jersey Long Sleeve Dress w/ Border Print

By Averardo Bessi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a charming dress from Averardo Bessi, an contemporary of Pucci. It is made of a soft tan

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1970s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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Averardo Bessi Dress - NWT
Averardo Bessi Dress - NWT

Averardo Bessi Dress - NWT

By Averardo Bessi

Located in Boca Raton, FL

You are looking at a perfect Bessi made in Italy size 12 dress. The pattern throughout the dress is

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

Bessi Jersey and Chiffon Printed Maxi Dress
Bessi Jersey and Chiffon Printed Maxi Dress

Bessi Jersey and Chiffon Printed Maxi Dress

By Averardo Bessi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage dress from Averardo Bessi dates to the 1960's through 1970's and retailed at Elizabeth

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1970s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Bessi Yellow Printed Silk Jersey Dress
1970s Bessi Yellow Printed Silk Jersey Dress

1970s Bessi Yellow Printed Silk Jersey Dress

By Alvarado Bessi

Located in San Francisco, CA

1970s Bessi printed silk jersey dress with border printed cuffs and scoop neckline, gathered all

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1970s Day Dresses

1970's Averardo Bessi Neutral Colored Silk Graphic Maxi Dress
1970's Averardo Bessi Neutral Colored Silk Graphic Maxi Dress

1970's Averardo Bessi Neutral Colored Silk Graphic Maxi Dress

By Bessi, Averardo Bessi

Located in Houston, TX

Wonderfully crafted multi scale print silk maxi dress by Bessi. This dress has an elegant mandarin

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1960s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Averdo Bessi Vintage Shirt Dress with Detachable Belt
Averdo Bessi Vintage Shirt Dress with Detachable Belt

Averdo Bessi Vintage Shirt Dress with Detachable Belt

By Averardo Bessi

Located in Henrico, VA

This vintage Averado Bessi shirt dress is made out of 100% cotton and has a printed detachable belt

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1970s Italian Casual Dresses

1970's Bessi Green Dress with Fushia Trim
1970's Bessi Green Dress with Fushia Trim

1970's Bessi Green Dress with Fushia Trim

By Alvarado Bessi, Averardo Bessi

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Adorable 1970's Alverado Bessi dress is a deep emerald green with a bright fushia floral design

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1970s Italian Informal Dresses

Bessi Silk Jersey Dress, 1970s
Bessi Silk Jersey Dress, 1970s

Bessi Silk Jersey Dress, 1970s

By Bessi

Located in New York, NY

1970s Bessi Silk Jersey Dress

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

Bessi 60s Silk Jersey Mod Print Maxi Dress
Bessi 60s Silk Jersey Mod Print Maxi Dress

Bessi 60s Silk Jersey Mod Print Maxi Dress

By Bessi

Located in Gresham, OR

A fantastic 60s Bessi mod print silk jersey maxi dress in turquoise, coral, aqua, and teal. Banded

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1960s Italian Maxi Dress

1960s Italian Silk Jersey Bessi Print Dress
1960s Italian Silk Jersey Bessi Print Dress

1960s Italian Silk Jersey Bessi Print Dress

By Bessi

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Italian silk jersey print dress by Bessi: Long sleeves, Empire waist and full skirt. Zip

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1960s Italian Casual Dresses

Vintage Silk Jersey Dress By Averardo Bessi
Vintage Silk Jersey Dress By Averardo Bessi

Vintage Silk Jersey Dress By Averardo Bessi

By Averardo Bessi

Located in London, GB

An elegant silk jersey dress by Averardo Bessi. The dress has a v neckline and central back zip. It

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1980s Italian Day Dresses

1980s Averardo Bessi Abstract Floral Silk Maxi Dress
1980s Averardo Bessi Abstract Floral Silk Maxi Dress

1980s Averardo Bessi Abstract Floral Silk Maxi Dress

By Averardo Bessi

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Always Be Ready To Go Out With This Amazing Dress! Circa 1970s, this Averardo Bessi maxi dress

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

1960s style Averardo Bessi Silk Jersey Tunic Dress
1960s style Averardo Bessi Silk Jersey Tunic Dress

1960s style Averardo Bessi Silk Jersey Tunic Dress

By Averardo Bessi

Located in New York, NY

A classic design from a classic house. This is a perfect contemporary re-make of one of Bessi

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

1960 Bessi Silk Jersey Psychedelic Floral Bouquet Print Mod Dress
1960 Bessi Silk Jersey Psychedelic Floral Bouquet Print Mod Dress

1960 Bessi Silk Jersey Psychedelic Floral Bouquet Print Mod Dress

By Alvarado Bessi, Bessi

Located in Gresham, OR

A gorgeous 1960s Bessi silk jersey psychedelic floral bouquet Pucci-esque print Mod dress in

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1960s Italian Informal Dresses

Averaro Bessi Spectacular Silk Vibrant Floral Tunic Dress 12
Averaro Bessi Spectacular Silk Vibrant Floral Tunic Dress 12

Averaro Bessi Spectacular Silk Vibrant Floral Tunic Dress 12

By Averardo Bessi

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Averardo Bessi spectacular vibrant silk floral tunic dress US 12. From the 1990s this beautiful

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1990s Italian Chemise Dresses

1960's Bessi Blue Leaf Print Silk Jersey Dress
1960's Bessi Blue Leaf Print Silk Jersey Dress

1960's Bessi Blue Leaf Print Silk Jersey Dress

By Alvarado Bessi

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Blue and purple leaf print silk jersey dress from the 1960's. High collar, cuffs and bands down the

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1960s Italian Casual Dresses

Silk jersey and chiffon printed cocktail dress Averardo Bessi Circa 1960's
Silk jersey and chiffon printed cocktail dress Averardo Bessi Circa 1960's

Silk jersey and chiffon printed cocktail dress Averardo Bessi Circa 1960's

By Averardo Bessi

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Silk jersey and chiffon printed cocktail dress. Belt with gold metal hardware and chain fringes at

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1960s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Fabulous Bessi Mod Print Silk Jersey 60s Maxi
Fabulous Bessi Mod Print Silk Jersey 60s Maxi

Fabulous Bessi Mod Print Silk Jersey 60s Maxi

By Bessi

Located in Gresham, OR

A fantastic Bessi silk jersey mod printed maxi with a gorgeous pattern! Size 6. Back zipper.

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1960s Italian Evening Gowns

Averardo Bessi Silk Jersey Floral Print Dress Made in Italy US Size 4
Averardo Bessi Silk Jersey Floral Print Dress Made in Italy US Size 4

Averardo Bessi Silk Jersey Floral Print Dress Made in Italy US Size 4

By Averardo Bessi

Located in University City, MO

Averardo Bessi Silk jersey floral print dress for Saks Fifth Avenue US Size 4 The vibrant print

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1990s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

1970s Averardo Bessi Floral Silk Kaftan
1970s Averardo Bessi Floral Silk Kaftan

1970s Averardo Bessi Floral Silk Kaftan

By Averardo Bessi

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Always Be Ready For Vacation With This Amazing Kaftan! Circa 1970s, this Averardo Bessi kaftan

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1980s Italian Kaftans

Alvarado Bessi beaded metallic floral gown
Alvarado Bessi beaded metallic floral gown

Alvarado Bessi beaded metallic floral gown

By Alvarado Bessi

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Unique to find, silk metallic floral gown from Alvarado Bessi...Bessi founded his namesake company

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Late 20th Century Italian Evening Dresses

1970s Bessie multi color print matte jersey dress
1970s Bessie multi color print matte jersey dress

1970s Bessie multi color print matte jersey dress

By Bessi

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

70s Bessie matte jersey multi color print dress with tassel beads belt. Bust: 32" / Waist: 28

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1970s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1960's Silk Printed Tunic Style Gown
1960's Silk Printed Tunic Style Gown

1960's Silk Printed Tunic Style Gown

By Bessi

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Best Bessi ever! 1960's silk printed gown in lavender, coral and tan over white. Fabric is signed

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1960s Italian Caftans

Vintage Averado Bessi Silk Print Dress and Belt
Vintage Averado Bessi Silk Print Dress and Belt

Vintage Averado Bessi Silk Print Dress and Belt

By Averardo Bessi

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Averado Bessi turquoise print silk jersey dress and belt. Vibrant print in the style of

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1990s Italian Casual Dresses

Bessi Silk Jersey Dress
Bessi Silk Jersey Dress

Bessi Silk Jersey Dress

By Bessi

Located in New York, NY

Silk jersey dress by Bessi, Italy. Bordered print bodice with full gathered black silk jersey skirt

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1980s Italian Day Dresses

1970's Floral Bessi Day Dress
1970's Floral Bessi Day Dress

1970's Floral Bessi Day Dress

By Bessi

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Super sweet short sleeve, scoop neck Bessi day dress from the 1970's. Allover floral print over a

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

1960s Bessi Silk Jersey Multicolored  Print Maxi Dress
1960s Bessi Silk Jersey Multicolored  Print Maxi Dress

1960s Bessi Silk Jersey Multicolored Print Maxi Dress

By Bessi

Located in Boca Raton, FL

A fabulous 1960s Italian silk jersey print dress by Bessi. Long fitted sleeves, Empire waist and a

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1960s Italian Day Dresses

Vintage Averardo Bessi Silk Jersey Dress
Vintage Averardo Bessi Silk Jersey Dress

Vintage Averardo Bessi Silk Jersey Dress

By Averardo Bessi

Located in London, GB

A colourful and easy to wear vintage silk jersey dress from Averrardo Bessi. In shades of pink

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1960s Italian Day Dresses

1970s Light silk jersey Bessi blue and white floral  print summer dress
1970s Light silk jersey Bessi blue and white floral  print summer dress

1970s Light silk jersey Bessi blue and white floral print summer dress

By Bessi

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage Averado Bessi blue and white mod floral print silk jersey summer dress with billowy sleeves

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

1970s Bessi Multi Color Floral Jersey Maxi Dress
1970s Bessi Multi Color Floral Jersey Maxi Dress

1970s Bessi Multi Color Floral Jersey Maxi Dress

By Bessi, Averardo Bessi

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage 1970s Bessi - I Magnin soft jersey long sleeve maxi dress in creme, yellow, pink pastel

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1970s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Alverado Bessi long sleeve silk knit print dress 1970s
Vintage Alverado Bessi long sleeve silk knit print dress 1970s

Vintage Alverado Bessi long sleeve silk knit print dress 1970s

By Alvarado Bessi

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Bessi for Elizabeth Arden, the dress is signed in the print...This is such a unique print! Done in

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

Averardo Bessi Silk Jersey Graphic Floral Print Boatneck Dress
Averardo Bessi Silk Jersey Graphic Floral Print Boatneck Dress

Averardo Bessi Silk Jersey Graphic Floral Print Boatneck Dress

By Averardo Bessi

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Here's a pretty little dress from Averardo Bessi, likely made in the late 1990s. Made from silk

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1990s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

1960s Silk Balloon Sleeve Silk Bessi Dress
1960s Silk Balloon Sleeve Silk Bessi Dress

1960s Silk Balloon Sleeve Silk Bessi Dress

By Bessi

Located in Rockwood, ON

a dress! Slightly more subtle in pattern the overall effect still has that fabulous print feel. An

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1960s Aesthetic Day Dresses

1960s Beautiful & Pristine Grapevine Printed Silk Bessi Dress
1960s Beautiful & Pristine Grapevine Printed Silk Bessi Dress

1960s Beautiful & Pristine Grapevine Printed Silk Bessi Dress

By Bessi

Located in Rockwood, ON

design done by the house of Bessi specifically for this pattern of dress as the design falls perfectly

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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Averardo Bessi Pink Silk Jersey Printed Dress
1960s Averardo Bessi Pink Silk Jersey Printed Dress

1960s Averardo Bessi Pink Silk Jersey Printed Dress

By Bessi, Averardo Bessi

Located in Houston, TX

Fantastic bright pink hued silk Bessi dress! Iconic print and colors from the 1960's. It is

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1960s Italian Casual Dresses

1960s Bessi Silk Printed Maxi Dress
1960s Bessi Silk Printed Maxi Dress

1960s Bessi Silk Printed Maxi Dress

By Bessi

Located in Rockwood, ON

This is an absolutely amazing Bessi dress and one of the best that I have had or seen! The print is

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1960s Maxi Dresses

1970s Amazing Bessi Floral Maxi Dress
1970s Amazing Bessi Floral Maxi Dress

1970s Amazing Bessi Floral Maxi Dress

By Bessi

Located in Rockwood, ON

This is an absolutely beautiful silk jersey Bessi dress and one of my favorites from all the

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Averardo Bessi Italy Vintage Purple Floral Silk Jersey Dress With Belt
Averardo Bessi Italy Vintage Purple Floral Silk Jersey Dress With Belt

Averardo Bessi Italy Vintage Purple Floral Silk Jersey Dress With Belt

By Averardo Bessi

Located in Portland, OR

This beautiful vintage 100% silk Averardo Bessi dress is in a printed silk jersey in shades of

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Late 20th Century Italian Tunics and Wrap Dresses

1970s Bessi Taupe Silk Jersey & Chiffon Dress
1970s Bessi Taupe Silk Jersey & Chiffon Dress

1970s Bessi Taupe Silk Jersey & Chiffon Dress

By Bessi

Located in Rockwood, ON

Most Bessi dresses are flamboyant colorful things but this one has a slightly more refined, laid

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Bessi White & Blue Print Dress
1970s Bessi White & Blue Print Dress

1970s Bessi White & Blue Print Dress

By Bessi

Located in Rockwood, ON

Fabulous and chic print dress by Bessi. Made of a stunning combination of navy and a cornflower

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1970s Day Dresses

1960s Pink Silk Jersey Bessi Caftan Maxi Dress
1960s Pink Silk Jersey Bessi Caftan Maxi Dress

1960s Pink Silk Jersey Bessi Caftan Maxi Dress

By Bessi

Located in Rockwood, ON

What an amazing Bessi caftan feeling maxi dress! Great Bessi pieces are right up there with Pucci

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1960s Day Dresses

1970s Silk Jersey Bessi Caftan Dress
1970s Silk Jersey Bessi Caftan Dress

1970s Silk Jersey Bessi Caftan Dress

By Bessi

Located in Rockwood, ON

What an amazing Bessi caftan dress! Great Bessi pieces are right up there with Pucci and Leonard

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Soft Pastel Bessi Silk Jersey & Chiffon Maxi Dress
1970s Soft Pastel Bessi Silk Jersey & Chiffon Maxi Dress

1970s Soft Pastel Bessi Silk Jersey & Chiffon Maxi Dress

By Bessi

Located in Rockwood, ON

This is an absolutely beautiful and feminine Bessi maxi dress! You can easily see her days at Pucci

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1970s Day Dresses

1970s Turquoise Blue Silk Bessi Maxi Dress
1970s Turquoise Blue Silk Bessi Maxi Dress

1970s Turquoise Blue Silk Bessi Maxi Dress

By Bessi

Located in Rockwood, ON

The colour on this Bessi gown is just exquisite - its like all the colors of a tropical sea! You

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Pink Print Bessi Gown
1970s Pink Print Bessi Gown

1970s Pink Print Bessi Gown

By Bessi

Located in Rockwood, ON

I think this just might be the best Bessi dress I have ever seen. Its super model length so if you

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1970s Clothing

Averardo Bessi Pucci Silk Jersey Dress
Averardo Bessi Pucci Silk Jersey Dress

Averardo Bessi Pucci Silk Jersey Dress

By Averardo Bessi

Located in Toronto, ON

Pucci, Bessi signs his prints. This silk jersey dress is printed in a combination periwinkle and

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1980s Italian Informal Dresses

1960's Averardo Bessi Night Flowers Dress
1960's Averardo Bessi Night Flowers Dress

1960's Averardo Bessi Night Flowers Dress

By Averardo Bessi

Located in New York City, NY

Previously targeted at a selected local clientele, in 1959 Averardo Bessi garments began exporting

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1960s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage Bessi Italy Silk Jersey Navy Blue Print Dress
Vintage Bessi Italy Silk Jersey Navy Blue Print Dress

Vintage Bessi Italy Silk Jersey Navy Blue Print Dress

By Bessi

Located in Portland, OR

This is a great summer dress designed by Averardo Bessi in the 1970's. This dress is so easy to

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1980s Italian Informal Dresses

1970 Averardo Bessi Blue Floral Geometric Print Midi Dress
1970 Averardo Bessi Blue Floral Geometric Print Midi Dress

1970 Averardo Bessi Blue Floral Geometric Print Midi Dress

By Bessi, Averardo Bessi

Located in Houston, TX

Wonderful late 70’s dress featuring the iconic geometric forms Bessi was best known for! The dress

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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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Find the exact vintage or contemporary bessi dress you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for an option in Brown and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Purple, Gray and more. You’re likely to find the perfect bessi dress among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Averardo Bessi, Bessi and Alvarado Bessi are consistently popular.

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Prices for a bessi dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $164 and can go as high as $1,200, while, on average they fetch $595.

Finding the Right Day-dresses for You

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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