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 jersey skirt also bordered in print.
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 jersey skirt also bordered in print.
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 tones.
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 sleeves.
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. original label missing but signed in matrix near left lower seam. Euro size apps 6...
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 finest pieces of fashions past.
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, with a v neck, mid length sleeves and a zipper up the back.
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 dress.
Bessi Multicolored Silk Jersey Chiffon Sleeves Maxi dress, 1970s
By Averardo Bessi
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Similar to Pucci, this implied marshland nature print is signed throughout the dress with the Bessi signature. Size estimate: XS/S Measurements: Shoulders: 14 inches Sleeves: 23 in...
$280Sale Price|20% Off
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.
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 tailor Averardo Bessi in 1950, the house became known for its playfully printed fab...
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 middle back + hook&eye . Branded fabric. SIZE M
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.
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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 various flowers and leaves with the Bessi signature throughout the pattern.
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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 Arden.
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 the way around the neck to the hem of the dress, and a matching pipe sash to cinch th...
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 collar that can be worn open or closed.
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 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 trim.
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.
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.
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.
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 features a vibrant motif made up of floral and abstract designs.
1960s style Averardo Bessi Silk Jersey Tunic Dress
By Averardo Bessi
Located in New York, NY
Wear this out for a night as a swinging '60s cocktail dress or durring the day with a pair of fun palazzo pants.
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 stunning spring colors of yellow, pink and purple with fitted long sleeves and bodice.
1970 Bessi Silk Jersey Maxi Dress in Stunning Floral Stripe Spring Print
By Alvarado Bessi, Bessi
Located in Gresham, OR
Early 1970s Bessi silk jersey maxi dress in a stunning diagonally striped floral print composed of chartreuse, lavender, purple, pink and lime green.
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.
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 front, across the bust, back and on the sides all feature a purple leaf print whil...
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.
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 the end. Shoulder pad. Zip and hook&eye in the middle back. The top part of the dre...
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 jersey dress is illuminated with a field of lush flower blooms The sinuous lavender,...
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 features a vibrant floral motif, a decorative striped boarder and a high boat neck. Inc...
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 in 1950 and is best known for his silk jersey floral prints...This gorgeous gown is...
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"/ Hip: 34" / Length: 40"
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 on the outside and the lining is covered in Bessi logo jacquard silk. Front zip, per...
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.
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 also bordered in print.
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 white background.
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 long full skirt.
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, orange and biscuit. , the dress has a round neckline, central back zip and broder alon...
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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.
1970s Bessi Multi Color Floral Jersey Maxi Dress
By Averardo Bessi, Bessi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1970s Bessi - I Magnin soft jersey long sleeve maxi dress in creme, yellow, pink pastel color floral print dress.
Vintage Bessi silk print dress with V neckline and flare hem skirt 1970s
By Averardo Bessi, Bessi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bessi silk jersey dress from the 1970s...Banded blue V neckline, long sleeves with banded cuffs...Banded waist and lightly gathered skirt that flares at the hem...Unlined...Closes at...
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!
1970s Bessi Silk Jersey and Chiffon Psychedelic Dress in Peach Aqua & Persimmon
By Bessi, Alvarado Bessi
Located in Gresham, OR
A stunning early 1970s Bessi silk jersey classic Pucci-esque print dress with chiffon balloon sleeves in shades of peach, aqua persimmon and gray.
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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.
1960s Silk Balloon Sleeve Silk Bessi Dress
By Bessi
Located in Rockwood, ON
Between the color and the amazing fabric and those huge balloon sleeves this is just a knock out of a dress! Slightly more subtle in pattern the overall effect still has that fabulou...
1960s Beautiful & Pristine Grapevine Printed Silk Bessi Dress
By Bessi
Located in Rockwood, ON
This would most likely be a custom design done by the house of Bessi specifically for this pattern of dress as the design falls perfectly into the panels of fabric.
1960s Averardo Bessi Pink Silk Jersey Printed Dress
By Averardo Bessi, Bessi
Located in Houston, TX
Fantastic bright pink hued silk Bessi dress! Iconic print and colors from the 1960's.
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!
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 Bessi's I have had over the years!
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 violet purple, green, olive, magenta, blue, and teal.
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 back feel.
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 blue screened onto a white silk jersey.
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 and Leonard and this particular dress is just fabulous!
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 and this particular dress is just fabulous!
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 strongly influencing the design.
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!
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 are tall and constantly searching for that fabulous proper length dress - this is it!
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 shades of blue and green and it comes with its original fabric belt The dress was pu...
Averardo Bessi Pucci Silk Jersey Dress
By Averardo Bessi
Located in Toronto, ON
The signature prints of Averardo Bessi are world renowned. This Italian Designer has been known to design for Pucci and like Pucci, Bessi signs his prints.
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 to the United States.
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 wear and is made of a wonderful navy blue silk jersey in a tropical botanical white pr...
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!
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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 dress is in excellent condition and comes with its original fabric belt with gold ta...
B H Wragge 1967 Linen Dress with Cutout Back
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great bight pink mid weight linen dress from B. H. Wragge (specifically the year 1967 as per the label). It is sleeveless with a rolled collar and it flares subtly to the hem. The...
Vintage Geoffrey Beene Size 12 Navy Blue White Silk 80s Jumpsuit 1980s Nautical
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 80s GEOFFREY BEENE navy blue and white long sleeve silk jumpsuit ! Features a luxurious double sided silk. Buttons up the front with hidden hook-and-eye closure at top b...
$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...
Moschino Silk Color Block Maxi Skirt
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous patchwork silk skirt in greens, pinks, red and brown from Moschino. It is work intensive with dozens of 1 1/2 X 1 1/2" squares joined together forming the front of the sk...
$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...
Unworn 1970s Teal Traina Vintage Jersey Knit Op Art Maxi Dress with Open Back
By Teal Traina
Located in Sparks, NV
Slinky and sexy jersey knit maxi dress in a unique red and tan print by Teal Traina in unworn condition with the original tags attached. Unlined with rear zip, button, tie and snap c...
$790Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 6
Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 90s BILL BLASS pale pink and white hand painted polka dot fit n' flare cocktail silk taffeta dress! Features large handpainted polka dots throughout. Attached white lace underla...
$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 th...
Yves Saint Laurent Smocked Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress, SS1977
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Geneva, CH
Cut from airy sheer silk chiffon, this rare 1977 Spring-Summer Saint Laurent Rive Gauche maxi dress is shirred from under the chest to the hips for a flattering - though comfortable ...
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small
Donald Brooks Unworn Vintage 1970s Hand Painted Tulle Embroidered Dress
By Donald Brooks
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely incredible unworn vintage Donald Brooks dress in hand-painted hand-embroidered tulle that just glows with different layered colors. Stunning design and colors! One of the ...
Brocade and black satin evening coat Circa 1925
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brocade and black satin evening coat. Small black satin roses embellishment. Silk taffetas lining. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Beaded Silk Bridal Gown Wedding Dress Gloves
By Eavis & Brown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier Wedding gown with matching gloves Vintage 1990's Heavy 100% ivory/taupe silk Iridescent glas...
Thierry Mugler Silk Corset Dramatic Sculptural Bustier Top
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler Collectors piece. Dramatic pure Silk bustier, assuming Spring 1985 Collection. A masterpiece of sartorial artistry by the legend Mister Mugler...
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Medium
Sylvia Ann 1970s Rose Print Pink Ivory Chiffon Vintage 70s Maxi Dress Gown
By SYLVIA ANN
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s SYLVIA ANN pink, ivory and green chiffon ruffled maxi dress / gown! Features rose bouquets in various sizes throughout. Flutter sleeves, with a flowy layer of chiffon drap...
Elegant Art Deco Beaded Chiffon Tunic Dress
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco Tunic Dress of black silk chiffon with diamond and radiating patterns of iridescent purple beads throughout. Sheer dress slips over the head with sides open to hip w...
Courreges Color Block Dress 1970s
By André Courrèges, Courrèges
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous navy and off white color block silk blend dress from Courreges. It is sleeveless, semi fitted with a small stand up collar. It has an off white yoke pointed in the front...
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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