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
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
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
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
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
2000S Bessi Floral Print Viscose Blend Jersey Long Sleeve Dress
By Bessi
Located in New York, NY
2000S Bessi Floral Print Viscose Blend Jersey Long Sleeve Dress MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the
1970's Bessi Pink Printed Cotton Floral Day Dress
By Averardo Bessi, Bessi
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Comfortable and loose fitting printed cotton jersey Averardo Bessi floral day dress from the 1970's
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
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
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
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
Silk jersey rose and lilies-of-the-valley printed dress Bessi Circa 1960's
By Bessi
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk jersey rose and lilies-of-the-valley printed dress. Cut-work on the hips. Belt. Zip in the
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
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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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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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
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
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
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
1970's Bessi Green Dress with Fushia Trim
By Averardo Bessi, Alvarado Bessi
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Adorable 1970's Alverado Bessi dress is a deep emerald green with a bright fushia floral design
Bessi Silk Jersey Dress, 1970s
By Bessi
Located in New York, NY
1970s Bessi Silk Jersey 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
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
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
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
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
1960 Bessi Silk Jersey Psychedelic Floral Bouquet Print Mod Dress
By Bessi, Alvarado Bessi
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1960s Bessi silk jersey psychedelic floral bouquet Pucci-esque print Mod dress in
1970 Bessi Silk Jersey Maxi Dress in Stunning Floral Stripe Spring Print
By Bessi, Alvarado Bessi
Located in Gresham, OR
Early 1970s Bessi silk jersey maxi dress in a stunning diagonally striped floral print composed of
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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Size: medium - large 10/12
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
Vintage Bessi silk print dress with V neckline and flare hem skirt 1970s
By Bessi, Averardo Bessi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bessi silk jersey dress from the 1970s...Banded blue V neckline, long sleeves with banded cuffs
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
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
1970s Bessi Silk Jersey and Chiffon Psychedelic Dress in Peach Aqua & Persimmon
By Alvarado Bessi, Bessi
Located in Gresham, OR
A stunning early 1970s Bessi silk jersey classic Pucci-esque print dress with chiffon balloon
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Size: unmarked; fits like modern M
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Bessi Silk Jersey Floral 1970s Vintage Dress Belt Firenze Italia Blue
By Bessi
Located in Portland, OR
This vintage silk jersey dress from Bessi is in as new condition! The Floral print has beautiful
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
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
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
1970 Averardo Bessi Blue Floral Geometric Print Midi Dress
By Averardo Bessi, 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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Size: see description
Miss Bessi Italy Vintage Colorful Floral Cotton Jersey Dress With Tassel Belt
By Bessi
Located in Portland, OR
This is a wonderful vintage 1990's cotton jersey dress by Miss Bessi that was made in Italy. The
$625Sale Price|30% Off
Size: 2 or 4
Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Green Silk Crepe Sequined Cocktail Dress ca. 1967
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Studio City, CA
A circa 1967 Pierre Cardin haute couture green sequined silk crêpe cocktail dress that features a keyhole opening at the back. The main draw of this slinky silk cocktail dress are t...
1970s Louis Feraud Couture Tan Lace Floral Embroidered Dress
By Louis Feraud
Located in San Francisco, CA
Louis Feraud 1970s haute couture light brown lace dress in a 1920s style drop waist silhouette. Amazing embroidered lace and hand finished seam allowances. Small buttons conceal a ba...
1954 Christian Dior Haute Couture 'Lily of the Valley' Satin Evening Dress Suit
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two piece suit consisting of a jacket and mid length skirt of butter black satin trimmed with a velvet and jet fringe. The fitted jacket is constructed on princess lines with raglan ...
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
EMILIO PUCCI vintage silk long dress 60s
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Rubiera, RE
Emilio Pucci Long pink long dress Vintage 60s Fantasy on pink background; adorned with crystals and beads. Fully hand finished, double lined. 100% silk The size label has been cut. L...
Pierre Cardin 1960s Scarf Hem Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible forest green silk maxi dress with red, orange, rust, blue and celery green dots by Pierre Cardin. The dress is sleeveless with a crew neck and attached by a point at mi...
$290Sale Price|34% Off
Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Exotic oyster silk embroidered gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970 The elegant vintage silk gown is embellished with elaborate floral embroidery that circles the hemline The i...
Osca de la Renta Boutique Evening Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Sharon, CT
An Indian inspired gown with a colorful metallic semi shear silk organza top, and a violet floor length silk taffeta skirt. Belted with a gold leather clasped belt. 28" waist, skirt ...
Paper Thin Sheer Metallic Gold Silk Chiffon Vintage Button Up Blouse Top, 1970s
By The Silk Farm, Icinoo
Located in Sparks, NV
Delicate paper thin silk chiffon button up blouse top with ruffled ascot collar detail. Completely sheer. By The Silk Farm. The marked size is a vintage 8, but the blouse fits like a...
$476Sale Price|20% Off
Size: S-M
1970s Vintage Metallic Paper Thin Indian Print Silk Dress with Batwing Sleeves
By Icinoo, The Silk Farm
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous paper thin metallic printed silk dress with batwing sleeves by The Silk Farm. Unlined with rear button closure. 100% silk. The marked size is 6 and the dress fits like a siz...
$460Sale Price|20% Off
Size: XS - Medium
1970s Bill Blass Brown White One Shoulder Vintage One Piece Swimsuit Bodysuit
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 70s BILL BLASS chocolate brown and white one shoulder swimsuit or bodysuit! Features a sloped with stripe at waistband, and above the bust. Built in interior support at bust. Gr...
1950s Lilli Diamond Ivory Off - White French Lace Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s LILLI DIAMOND ivory French lace wiggle dress! Wonderful fit hugs the body in all the right places, and was constructed to really flattering the body. Nude illusion de...
Bill Blass Vintage Sheer Black Lace Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage sheer black lace dress by Bill Blass. Sweetheart neckline with sheer sleeves and upper back. Rear zip and hook closure. The marked size is a US 6 and the dress fits t...
Halston 1970s Documented Beaded Dress
By Halston
Located in Water Mill, NY
Featured in "Halston: An American Original" by Elaine Gross and Red Rottham, this beautiful sleeveless off white silk dress from Halston is completely adorned in horizontal rows of e...
Sold|$8,800
Size: Small
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Ivory Iridescent Silk HandBeaded Evening Gown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Incredible for wedding, bride, bridal, etc. Les Habitudes Couture Vintage 1990's Ivory color with clear iridescent beads and pearls Entirely hand-made in England Hours upon hours we...
Halston Silk Wrap Dress 1970s
By Halson, Halston
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black silk dress from Halston. It has a plunging neckline, cape sleeves and wraps at the front waist. The skirt portion is straight gathering onto a waistband which hooks...
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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