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Bill Blass Black & White red striped baby doll dress W/ pockets, 1980s Size 4
Bill Blass Black & White red striped baby doll dress W/ pockets, 1980s Size 4

Bill Blass Black & White red striped baby doll dress W/ pockets, 1980s Size 4

By Bill Blass

Located in Wallkill, NY

Fantastic Bill Blass dress. Featuring a crinoline under skirt with a Attached red silk bow belt. black bodice with zippered back. It has slit pockets in the skirt. The bodice is a kn...

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1980s North American Day Dresses

Bill Blass Black & White red striped baby doll dress W/ pockets, 1980s Size 6
Bill Blass Black & White red striped baby doll dress W/ pockets, 1980s Size 6

Bill Blass Black & White red striped baby doll dress W/ pockets, 1980s Size 6

By Bill Blass

Located in Wallkill, NY

Fantastic Bill Blass dress. Featuring a crinoline under skirt with a Attached red silk bow belt. black bodice with zippered back. It has slit pockets in the skirt!! . Measuring Up to...

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1980s American Babydoll Day Dresses

White beaded chiffon cocktail dress with black velvet belt and bow Bill Blass
White beaded chiffon cocktail dress with black velvet belt and bow Bill Blass

White beaded chiffon cocktail dress with black velvet belt and bow Bill Blass

By Bill Blass

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

White beaded chiffon cocktail dress with black velvet belt and bow. No fabric composition. Zip and hook and eye closure in the middle back. Snap under the bow to fix it on the waist....

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Early 2000s American Cocktail Dresses

Early Bill Blass Black & White Guipure Lace and Ribbon Dress
Early Bill Blass Black & White Guipure Lace and Ribbon Dress

Early Bill Blass Black & White Guipure Lace and Ribbon Dress

By Bill Blass for Maurice Rentner

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Deadstock early 1960's black lace and ribbon Bill Blass for Maurice Rentner cocktail dress. Short sleeve fitted bodice with raised collar and a swing skirt finished with a narrow bla...

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1960s North American Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass by Michael Vollbracht Black and White Lace Tulip Hem 2000s Dress
Bill Blass by Michael Vollbracht Black and White Lace Tulip Hem 2000s Dress

Bill Blass by Michael Vollbracht Black and White Lace Tulip Hem 2000s Dress

By Michaele Vollbracht, Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Elegant and rare early 2000s BILL BLASS by MICHAEL VOLLBRACHT black and white lace cocktail dress.

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Early 2000s American Cocktail Dresses

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1980s Bill Blass Couture Black and White Beaded Evening Dress
1980s Bill Blass Couture Black and White Beaded Evening Dress

1980s Bill Blass Couture Black and White Beaded Evening Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Houston, TX

Gorgeous, heavily beaded Bill Blass evening dress. Form fitting floor length maxi dress with wide jewel neckline and long sleeves.

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1980s American Maxi Dress

Bill Blass Cotton and Chintz Dress, 1980s
Bill Blass Cotton and Chintz Dress, 1980s

Bill Blass Cotton and Chintz Dress, 1980s

By Bill Blass

Located in Long Island City, NY

Late 1970s / early 1980s Dress. Off White Cotton asymmetrical top pleated at shoulder. Bottom is a bright Red Chintz Fabric Pleated at waist. Zip up side. Vintage Tag reads size 8, h...

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1980s Day Dresses

1980's Bill Blass Black and White Cocktail Dress
1980's Bill Blass Black and White Cocktail Dress

1980's Bill Blass Black and White Cocktail Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bill Blass cocktail dress circa 1980's is made out of black silk organza with black silk chiffon that covers the chest and arms. Fitted bodice has a round neckline and long tapered ...

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Late 20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

90s Bill Blass Black and White Embellished Plaid Cocktail Dress
90s Bill Blass Black and White Embellished Plaid Cocktail Dress

90s Bill Blass Black and White Embellished Plaid Cocktail Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Clever and quirky little black and white dress by great America designer Bill Blass.

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1985 Bill Blass Vintage Runway Dress Abstract Black White Evening Gown Draping
1985 Bill Blass Vintage Runway Dress Abstract Black White Evening Gown Draping

1985 Bill Blass Vintage Runway Dress Abstract Black White Evening Gown Draping

By Bill Blass

Located in Portland, OR

This elegant Bill Blass designer vintage dress is from his 1985 collection and we think it's so fabulous!

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970's Bill Blass for Bond Street White & Checked Belted Coat Dress with Scarf
1970's Bill Blass for Bond Street White & Checked Belted Coat Dress with Scarf

1970's Bill Blass for Bond Street White & Checked Belted Coat Dress with Scarf

By Bill Blass

Located in London, GB

A stunning 1970's coat dress featuring a white cotton twill bodice and an emerald green and red checked patterned skirt with matching scarf. A contrasting red checked belt is also pa...

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1970s Day Dresses

BILL BLASS Black and White Off the Shoulder Gown
BILL BLASS Black and White Off the Shoulder Gown

BILL BLASS Black and White Off the Shoulder Gown

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

A sophisticated gown from designer BILL BLASS, this dress is sticking and yet simple.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bill Blass 1980s Black & White Strapless Evening Gown Size 6.
Bill Blass 1980s Black & White Strapless Evening Gown Size 6.

Bill Blass 1980s Black & White Strapless Evening Gown Size 6.

By Bill Blass

Located in Atlanta, GA

Bill Blass Evening 1980s black & white strapless gown is a size 6. Ladies please use your tape measure so you can properly measure your bust & waist on this gown so you are certain ...

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Vintage BILL BLASS 1970's Duchess silk satin gown
Vintage BILL BLASS 1970's Duchess silk satin gown

Vintage BILL BLASS 1970's Duchess silk satin gown

By Bill Blass

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Vintage BILL BLASS 1970's Duchess silk satin gown. The gown has an amazing shape, and is constructed with exceptional craftsmanship. Pearlescent ivory silk front panel with rich red...

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1970s American Ball Gowns

Blass 1960s White Lace Mini Dress with Starburst Beading
Blass 1960s White Lace Mini Dress with Starburst Beading

Blass 1960s White Lace Mini Dress with Starburst Beading

By Bill Blass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fabulous mini dress from Bill Blass accented with beading throughout. The pattern is more concentrated at the neckline and disperses toward the bottom, giving the garment a modern ed...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass Knit Sailor Dress
Bill Blass Knit Sailor Dress

Bill Blass Knit Sailor Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Alford, MA

Bill Blass early 1970s sailor dress in white knit with square-back collar trimmed in navy, navy stars on back and navy tie with bow that hooks under collar.

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1970s American Day Dresses

Bill Blass Strapless Bow Dress
Bill Blass Strapless Bow Dress

Bill Blass Strapless Bow Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

Bill Blass, strapless, white linen, double breasted dress with navy faille bodice and an over sized bow in silk faille.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass Linen Dress Coat
Bill Blass Linen Dress Coat

Bill Blass Linen Dress Coat

By Bill Blass

Located in Austin, TX

Bill Blass off- white linen coat dress with blue collar, cuffs and pocket. 39" bust, 38" waist, 24" sleeve, 42" length.

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1980s American Day Dresses

Bill Blass White Floral Brocade Dress and Jacket with Yellow Pip
Bill Blass White Floral Brocade Dress and Jacket with Yellow Pip

Bill Blass White Floral Brocade Dress and Jacket with Yellow Pip

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

Bill Blass White Floral Brocade Dress and Jacket with Yellow Piping Made In USA Jacket Closes with Front Buttons Sleeveless Dress with Rear Zipper Closure Size: 8 Jacket ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Day Dresses

Bill Blass White Linen and Navy Silk  Nautical Dress w/ Bow
Bill Blass White Linen and Navy Silk  Nautical Dress w/ Bow

Bill Blass White Linen and Navy Silk Nautical Dress w/ Bow

By Bill Blass

Located in Gresham, OR

A smart little summer dress, crisp and fresh, from Bill Blass in white linen and navy blue tissue silk: Strapless with double breasted styling accented with military style buttons an...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass black & white harlequin gown
Bill Blass black & white harlequin gown

Bill Blass black & white harlequin gown

By Bill Blass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Elegant Black & white harlequin gown from Bill Blass, if only Truman was planning another soiree, this would certainly be worthy...Chantilly lace long sleeve bodice with a tailored s...

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Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

Bill Blass White & Green Silk 2 PC Dress Circa 1960s
Bill Blass White & Green Silk 2 PC Dress Circa 1960s

Bill Blass White & Green Silk 2 PC Dress Circa 1960s

By Bill Blass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bill Blass White & Green Silk 2 PC Dress and Cape with Zig Zag Motif Circa 1960s.

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass Vintage Black & White Stripe Dress w/ Red Bow Belt
Bill Blass Vintage Black & White Stripe Dress w/ Red Bow Belt

Bill Blass Vintage Black & White Stripe Dress w/ Red Bow Belt

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Featuring the cutest vintage Bill Blass dress! Built in crinoline, under a chic black and white silk skirt.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass Lavender and White Stripe Organza Gown
Bill Blass Lavender and White Stripe Organza Gown

Bill Blass Lavender and White Stripe Organza Gown

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

Bill Blass lavender and white stripe organza strapless summer gown.

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Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

1990s  BILL BLASS Ivory and Black Origami Silk Strapless Vintage 90s Gown
1990s  BILL BLASS Ivory and Black Origami Silk Strapless Vintage 90s Gown

1990s BILL BLASS Ivory and Black Origami Silk Strapless Vintage 90s Gown

By Bill Blass

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1990s BILL BLASS Ivory and Black Silk Strapless Origami Gown. Perfect for black tie event. Bust: 35 inch / Waist: 26.5 inch / Hip: 38 inch/ Dress Length: 47 inch + 2 inch fold....

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1990s American Day Dresses

1980s Bill Blass Off White Gown and Navy Lace Evening Ensemble
1980s Bill Blass Off White Gown and Navy Lace Evening Ensemble

1980s Bill Blass Off White Gown and Navy Lace Evening Ensemble

By Bill Blass

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Absolutely stunning 1980s Bill Blass two piece ensemble. The set features a simple and minimal long sleeve, crewneck off white silk gown with a breathtaking navy blue lace long unlin...

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1980s American Evening Gowns

1990s Bill Blass Vintage Black + Off White Silk Satin Evening Gown / Dress
1990s Bill Blass Vintage Black + Off White Silk Satin Evening Gown / Dress

1990s Bill Blass Vintage Black + Off White Silk Satin Evening Gown / Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Sparks, NV

Elegant 1990s Bill Blass evening gown or dress with a shelf bust and bow detail. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust measures 36", wai...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

BILL BLASS c.1980's Red White Checkboard Polka Dot Print Silk Shirtwaist Dress
BILL BLASS c.1980's Red White Checkboard Polka Dot Print Silk Shirtwaist Dress

BILL BLASS c.1980's Red White Checkboard Polka Dot Print Silk Shirtwaist Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Thiensville, WI

Vintage Bill Blass c.1980's silk shirtwaist dress. Red and white checkerboard pattern silk with black abstract polka dot overlay.

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1980s American Casual Dresses

Bill Blass Black & White Satin Ball Gown Skirt
Bill Blass Black & White Satin Ball Gown Skirt

Bill Blass Black & White Satin Ball Gown Skirt

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Bill Blass Black & White Satin Ball Gown Skirt

By Bill Blass

Located in Atlanta, GA

A graphic Bill Blass evening skirt in a stylized black and ivory white satin with both the drama of a ball gown and the simplicity of a crisp a-line silhouette. It has a relaxed wai...

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Late 20th Century American Ball Gowns

Vintage Bill Blass Black + Ivory Size 2 Sexy Open Back Halter Cocktail Dress
Vintage Bill Blass Black + Ivory Size 2 Sexy Open Back Halter Cocktail Dress

Vintage Bill Blass Black + Ivory Size 2 Sexy Open Back Halter Cocktail Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage 1990s / 90s BILL BLASS black and ivory halter dress! Flattering black silk halter top with an asymmetrical bow at the waist. Lightweight ivory wool skirt. I cannot even ...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1970's Bill Blass White-Satin Strapless Sculpted-Bows Dress
1970's Bill Blass White-Satin Strapless Sculpted-Bows Dress

1970's Bill Blass White-Satin Strapless Sculpted-Bows Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

In 1975 Bill Blass brought back the cocktail dress, which had all but disappeared from the fashion scene.

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1970s Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1970's Bill Blass Ivory Blush Blue Jersey Strapless Draped Disco Dress
Vintage 1970's Bill Blass Ivory Blush Blue Jersey Strapless Draped Disco Dress

Vintage 1970's Bill Blass Ivory Blush Blue Jersey Strapless Draped Disco Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Gorgeous Bill Blass ivory, blush and blue tri-color maxi dress dating back to his 1978 collection. Building upon the innovations of European designers such as Coco Chanel, Blass made...

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1970s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1991 Vintage Bill Blass Dress W Black & White Evening Dress w Tulle & Sequins
1991 Vintage Bill Blass Dress W Black & White Evening Dress w Tulle & Sequins

1991 Vintage Bill Blass Dress W Black & White Evening Dress w Tulle & Sequins

By Bill Blass

Located in Portland, OR

This is a dramatic vintage Bill Blass dress with a fitted bustier style bodice that is covered in black sequins up to the white cotton bra cups.

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Vintage Bill Blass Evening Strapless Black and White Beaded Gown
Vintage Bill Blass Evening Strapless Black and White Beaded Gown

Vintage Bill Blass Evening Strapless Black and White Beaded Gown

By Bill Blass

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Vintage Bill Blass Evening black and white strapless gown with bead and sequin embellished bodice and full floor length lace overlay skirt with satin ribbon detail.

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By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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By Christian Dior, Rochas

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By Will Steinman

Located in Tucson, AZ

Pure spun-sugar perfection, right down to the cotton candy colors. Visible beneath the silver lattice-embroidered top skirt, the ruffled attached petticoat provides volume enough to ...

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By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...

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Located in Sparks, NV

Very rare Kreinick label! American couture at its finest. Heavy weight jacquard fabric appears to be made of silk and wool. This listing is for a two piece ensemble. The dress is sle...

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By Thierry Mugler Couture, Thierry Mugler

Located in Concord, NC

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By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Hong Kong, HK

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By Helga

Located in Sparks, NV

Absolutely stunning 1960s vintage silk satin cocktail dress by Helga. Metallic brocade paisley design over gray silk animal print. Nipped waist with bow detail. Stunning construction...

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By Charles Worth

Located in London, GB

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Located in San Diego, CA

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By Vivienne Westwood

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Located in Tucson, AZ

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By Pierre Balmain

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Located in Nashville, TN

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By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

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Find the exact vintage or contemporary bill blass dress white you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Gray, Beige and more. Making the right choice when shopping for an bill blass dress white 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.

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Venerated designer and philanthropist Bill Blass helped define style for women of means during the late 20th century and inspired generations of fashion industry professionals and enthusiasts all over the world.

Blass designed garments that saw a playful mingling of notes both subdued and bold, and his clothes were comfortable, easy to wear and sexy. The Indiana native was influenced by the likes of Coco Chanel and became famous for refined, simple looks that appealed to prominent women such as Brooke Astor and Gloria Vanderbilt.

Blass didn’t endeavor to produce showstoppers — he worked with quality materials, and his modern designs boasted meticulous tailoring. He glamourized sportswear with chic lines and dramatic colors, and by way of subtle, graceful ruffles or a tasteful application of sequins, he introduced modest flair to his day dresses and evening dresses. Vintage Bill Blass clothing is just as relevant today as it was during the height of his career.

Blass, who spent his spare time sketching red-carpet looks in his school notebooks as a kid, left home at 17 and moved to New York City, where he trained at the McDowell School of Fashion. After finishing design school, he joined the U.S. Army and fought in World War II. When the war was over, Blass returned to Manhattan. In 1946 he joined the fashion house Anna Miller and Co., where he worked as a design assistant for Anna Miller and her brother Maurice Rentner.

Anna Miller and Co. merged with Maurice Rentner, Ltd. in 1959, and Blass became the company's head designer. There he quickly built a name for himself and was soon a staple of the postwar fashion scene, impressing even the fashion editor of Harper's Bazaar at the time, Diana Vreeland. Blass expanded into designing menswear and was the first couture designer in America to create a collection for men.

In 1970, Blass gained ownership of Rentner and renamed the company after himself. Blass employed a licensing-based business strategy, and soon his name marked a full array of accessories and apparel, including Bill Blass jeans, watches, home furnishings, eyewear and luggage. Blass's renown and success expanded considerably, as fashion bearing his name became more accessible than it had ever been.

Throughout his life, Blass made considerable contributions to the AIDS care center at Cornell Medical Center and to the New York Public Library. In 1962, he became a founding member of the Council of Fashion Designs of America (CFDA) trade association, which promotes American designers around the world. The CFDA presented Blass with a Lifetime Achievement Award in 1987, and he was the first recipient of their Humanitarian Leadership Award in 1996.

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