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Vintage Bill Blass Linen Little Black Evening Dress W Cutout Neckline & Low Back
By Bill Blass
Located in Portland, OR
Vintage Bill Blass pieces are truly remarkable and we always grab them whenever we can! This
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1977 Bill Gibb White Eyelet Cotton & Jersey Low Plunge Maxi Wrap Dress
By Bill Gibb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ethereal Bill Gibb of London documented designer maxi dress dating back to his documented 1977
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1970s English Aesthetic Day Dresses

1970s Bill Blass Vintage Purple Swimsuit W Low Back in Purple and Ivory
By Bill Blass
Located in Portland, OR
This vintage one piece purple/blue Bill Blass swimsuit is trimmed in ivory and has a low back
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Late 20th Century American Swimwear

1980s Bill Blass Black crepe ruffle vintage cocktail Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sexy and chic Vintage Bill Blass 1980s little black crepe dress with ruffle V neck line and
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1980s American Mini Dresses

1970s Bill Blass Color-Blocked Purple Silk Chiffon Goddess Gown w Tiered Hem
By Bill Blass
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Bill Blass 4-Layer Color-Blocked Purple, Brown and Rust Silk Chiffon Goddess Gown w Tiered
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1970s American Maxi Dress

Bill Blass Demi Couture Gold Bronze Brown Faux Fur Vintage Gown, 1960s
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational 60s BILL BLASS demi couture long sleeve faux fur evening gown! Features flower prints
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1960s American Evening Gowns

1990s Bill Blass Size 8 10 Raspberry Pink Beige Silk Chiffon + Mohair Lace Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 90s vintage BILL BLASS raspberry pink and beige taupe beaded sleeveless cocktail dress
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Late 1990s Yigal Azrouël Backless Silver Metallic Slinky Bodycon Gown
By Yigal Azrouël
Located in West Hollywood, CA
. This chic gown fits the bill, whether for a formal occasion or a more casual event. It boasts a high
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1990s American Formal Gowns

CHRISTIAN DIOR - Vintage Beige Cotton Capri 7/8 Pants | Size 6US 38EU
By Christian Dior
Located in Cuggiono, MI
A pair of vintage beige Dior pants with a 5-pockets design, a mid-low rise, closure with snap
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Early 2000s Portuguese Pants

Louis Vuitton Multi-Color Koala Box Murakami Kisslock Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Downey, CA
production super rare. This is your chance to purchase a great item at a low price these are very rare and no
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2010s French Wallets

Ronald Van der kemp Haute Couture Dress, 2018
Located in Boca Raton, FL
designed for many houses including Bill Blass, Laroche, and Celine, before settling in Amsterdam to start
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2010s Dutch Evening Dresses and Gowns

Ronald van der Kemp Demi Couture Fall 2018 Sculptural Black Dress
Located in Boca Raton, FL
designed for many houses including Bill Blass, Laroche, and Celine, before settling in Amsterdam to start
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2010s European Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1970s Bill Blass Brown Circle Print Dress With Velvet Ribbon
By Bill Blass
Located in Portland, OR
This is a beautiful bronze circle print dress by Bill Blass purchased at Neiman Marcus in the 1970
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1970s American Evening Dresses

Bill Blass Vintage Deadstock Black Ruffled One Piece Swimsuit W Plunging Back
By Bill Blass
Located in Portland, OR
This is a new vintage deadstock Bill Blass Beachwear black ruffled one piece swimsuit with its
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1980s American Swimwear

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1960s Hattie Carnegie Silver Sequined Open Back Mod Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s HATTIE CARNEGIE silver fully sequined vintage open back mini dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn silver sequins throughout on a soft stretch knit. Simply slips over th...
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

S/S 1997 Bob Mackie Runway Black Halterneck Satin Panel Backless Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting presents: a gorgeous black Bob Mackie halter neck gown. From the Spring/Summer 1997 collection, this classic and sexy gown debuted on the season’s runway. The dress featur...
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1990s Evening Gowns

Missoni Yellow & Copper Metallic Strapless Jacquard Gown
By Missoni
Located in Studio City, CA
Missoni strapless metallic jacquard gown in a palette of creme, yellow and metallic-copper. Featuring a geometric design, the gown has a straight neckline, built-in boned strapless b...
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Galanos Silk Jersey Purple / Rust / Taupe Balloon Sleeve Custom Made Dress, 70s
By James Galanos
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s James Galanos streamline and sleek draped silk jersey calf-length disco dress in color-blocked purple, rust and taupe. Asymmetrical keyhole neckline enhance this couture qualit...
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1970s American Casual Dresses

S/S 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Ad Green Satin Strap Lace-Up Crocodile Heels Size 5 B
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a pair of vibrant green satin lace Gucci heels, designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 2004 collection, these heels debuted on the season's runway as part of look 29...
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Early 2000s Italian Heels

Vintage Moschino 1990s Black and White Velour Pearl Encrusted Bodysuit Swimsuit
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 90s MOSCHINO black velour bodysuit, encrusted with white pearls! Features a soft crushed velour that stretches to fit. Flat headed pearls adorn the top portion on the front and ...
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1990s Italian Bodysuits

Tom Ford for Gucci Silver Leather Backless Dress
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silver leather wrap dress by Tom Ford for Gucci . The bodice crosses in the front wrapping at the waist and closing with snaps. It has a fine grey leather belt matching ...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Thierry Mugler Deadstock Ivory Silk Structured Jacket W Floral Applique w/ Tags
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Portland, OR
We love Thierry Mugler and we fell in love with this incredible ivory silk and cotton blend jacket the minute we saw it! This deadstock jacket has the signature Mugler structured sil...
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Late 20th Century French Jackets

1940s/1950s Plaid Two Piece Cotton Sunsuit with Halter Top
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 1940s to early 1950s Plaid Two Piece cotton Sunsuit with halter top.
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1940s Swimwear

A Jacques Heim French Couture Mandarin Satin Silk Set Circa 1950/1960
By Jacques Heim
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1950/1960 France Jacket and dress set in shiny mandarin silk satin from the famous house designer Jacques HEIM dating from the late 1950s. Sleeveless dress with wide low-cut n...
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1950s French Twin Sets

A Jacques Heim French Couture Mandarin Satin Silk Set Circa 1950/1960
A Jacques Heim French Couture Mandarin Satin Silk Set Circa 1950/1960
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Size: Equivalent French Size 38/40
1990s Bill Blass Rope Strap Black Nautical One Piece Vintage Swimsuit Bodysuit
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage BILL BLASS black one piece swimsuit or bodysuit! Features chic tan rope straps that add just the right amount of jazz to this figure flaunting piece! Great alone for the...
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1990s American Swimwear

Bill Blass for Neiman Marcus Brown/White Silk Chemise Dress NWT Plus Size 18
By Bill Blass for Neiman Marcus, Bill Blass
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Such a chic classic silk chemise designed by the late Bill Blass. NWT. (never worn) Purchased at Neiman Marcus Beverly Hills. Retailed for $2100. Rare size 18. The modern silk print ...
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1990s American Chemise Dresses

A Jean Patou Couture Mini Dress by Christian Lacroix Show 1986
By Jean Patou
Located in Toulon, FR
Collection  Spring Summer 1986 France Haute Couture Mini-dress in embroidered beige silk for show from the designer house Jean Patou by Christian Lacroix from the Collection Spring ...
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1980s French Mini Dresses

A Jean Patou Couture Mini Dress by Christian Lacroix Show 1986
A Jean Patou Couture Mini Dress by Christian Lacroix Show 1986
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Azzedine Alaia Vintage Bodycon Knit Black Dress with Openwork Details F/W 1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Nice, FR
AZZEDINE ALAIA vintage black knit stretch dress featuring gorgeous openwork trim details, V-shaped neckline, long sleeves and zipper closure at center back. From the 1991 Fall/Winte...
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20th Century French Day Dresses

Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre S/S 1994 vintage black silk evening dress
By Gianfranco Ferré, Christian Dior
Located in Antwerp, BE
Christian Dior by Gianfranco Ferre spring summer 1994 runway black silk evening dress. A white version was presented on the runway modeled by Estelle Lefebure. Crafted in black crep...
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1990s French Evening Gowns

John Galliano Fall 1999 Openwork Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Prague, CZ
A stunning crocheted gown with beautiful silver lurex sparkle and the most flattering detailing. Two details on the side allo various styling options. Please be advised that the dr...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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1976 Bill Gibb Pleated Silk & Embroidered Tulle Low-Plunge Metallic Ribbon Gown
By Bill Gibb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Bill Gibb documented designer gown from his 1976 collection. His pieces are very
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1970s English Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Bill Blass Cutout Back Silk Glamour Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful off white silk gown from Bill Blass. It is fitted through the bodice and has straps
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Bill Blass Green Linen Halter Dress Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in Studio City, CA
A vintage Bill Blass halter dress made from two layers of emerald-colored linen. The bottom layer
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Bill Blass Fuchsia Devorre Silk Velvet Shirt Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Fabulous 1980's Bill Blass devorre silk velvet shirt dress in like new condition with matching
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1980s American Sheath Dresses

Bill Tice Plunging Disco Jersey Halter Dress in Royal Purple
By Bill Tice
Located in Gresham, OR
Bill Tice sexy jersey dress with low halter back. Gorgeous vibrant purple color. Bill Tice was a
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1970s American Negligees

Bill Blass bell sleeve black lace plunge cocktail dress 1970s
By Bill Blass
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bill Blass black lace cocktail dress fro the 1970s...Figure flattering design with low open
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

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
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1970s Wedding Dresses

Bill Blass black lace ruffle & bow trimmed cocktail dress 1970s
By Bill Blass
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bill Blass black lace ruffle & bow trimmed cocktail dress 1970s...Chic little black dress...Black
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970's Bill Blass Chantilly-Lace Sheer-Illusion Evening Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
lined chantilly-lace gown has everything a woman wants. The bodice is a low-cut plunge sheer-illusion
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1970s Formal Wear

1970's Bill Blass Black & Pink Illusion Lace Back-Bustle 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
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1980s Wedding Dresses

1990s Bill Blass Black and Gold Seahorse Print One Piece Swimsuit Bodysuit
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 90s BILL BLASS one piece seahorse print black and gold novelty swimsuit or bodysuit
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1990s American Swimwear

Vintage 1990s Bill Blass Couture Black Lace Nude Illusion Corset Strapless Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely stunning and totally seductive Bill Blass couture nude illusion black silk-chiffon
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1990s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Bill Blass for Maurice Rentner Mod Metallic Zigzag Stripes Coat Dress, 1960s
By Bill Blass
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This magnificent metallic coat dress dates back to the Sixties, when an up-and-coming Bill Blass
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1960s American Coats and Outerwear

BILL BLASS BLACK JERSEY DRESS W/STRIPED ACCENTS
Located in Alford, MA
A great day dress from Bill Blass, c. 1980s, of black wool jersey features a pleated flounce in red
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1980s Day Dresses

Gucci GG Supreme Monogram Dionysus Chain Wallet
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. Designer: Gucci Material: Beige/ebony GG Supreme canvas, a material with low environmental impact Origin
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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Gucci GG Supreme Monogram Dionysus Chain Wallet
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: Gucci Material: Beige/ebony GG Supreme canvas, a material with low environmental impact Origin: Italy
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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Gucci GG Supreme Monogram Dionysus Chain Wallet
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. Designer: Gucci Material: Beige/ebony GG Supreme canvas, a material with low environmental impact Origin
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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Bill Tice gold lurex plunge at home maxi dress 1970s
By Bill Tice
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bill Tice gold lurex plunge at home maxi dress 1970s...Pull on maxi dress with low cut bodice
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1970s Loungewear

Bill Blass Vintage Red Silk Satin Skirt with Screen Printed Flowers
By Bill Blass
Located in Sparks, NV
: Iridescent Gray Blue, Ivory and Cadmium Red Fabric: Silk Satin Label: Bill Blass Measurements: Low
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1990s American A-Line Skirts

1990's Bill Blass Strapless Black Crepe Carwash Pleated Cocktail 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
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1970's Bill Blass Ruby-Red Crepe Strapless Hourglass Evening Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
crepe gown has everything a woman wants. The bodice is a low-cut plunge, boned strapless with stunning
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1970s American Evening Gowns

1980s Bill Blass Neon Green One Piece Ruched Vintage 80s Swimsuit / Bodysuit
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect t early 80s BILL BLASS neon green metallic ruched one piece swimsuit or bodysuit
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1980s American Swimwear

1973 Bill Blass Couture Black Tiered Ruffle Silk-Chiffon Plunge Cocktail Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous Bill Blass Couture black semi-sheer silk chiffon cocktail dating back to his 1973
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass for Maurice Rentner Mod Metallic Zigzag Stripes Coat Dress, 1960s
By Bill Blass
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This magnificent metallic coat dress dates back to the Sixties, when an up-and-coming Bill Blass
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1960s American Coats and Outerwear

1980 Bill Blass Black & White Sequin Button Jacket & Silk Print Wide Leg Pant
By Bill Blass
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Bill Blass black and white whimsical mixed-print pants and jacket ensemble originally
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1980s American Trouser Pant Suits

1990s Bill Blass Dress Vintage Red Velvet Bias Cut Evening Gown With Silk Lining
By Bill Blass
Located in Portland, OR
This gorgeous vintage 1990's Bill Blass red velvet bias cut evening gown has thin spaghetti straps
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1990s American Evening Dresses

F/W 1985 Bill Blass Vintage Red Dress in Bias Cut Velvet Evening Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in Portland, OR
This is an absolutely gorgeous vintage Bill Blass gown from his Fall/Winter 1985 collection. It is
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1980s American Evening Dresses

Recent Bill Blass Tiered Silk Chiffon Leopard Print Maxi Skirt
Located in Sparks, NV
Recent tiered maxi skirt by Bill Blass. Sheer leopard print silk chiffon. Details: Fully
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21st Century and Contemporary American Ruffled Skirts

Documented 1968 Bill Blass Gold Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Rockwood, ON
through the open weave parts of the fabric! The front is cut to plunge quite low and the waist is cinched
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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Bill Blass Weightless Chiffon Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Rockwood, ON
with a low back hidden set zipper. with a hidden hook & eye at he back of the neck above a slit keyhole
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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Bill Blass Silk Chiffon Tulip Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in Chicago, IL
Get ready for Valentines day in they 1970s Bill Blass gown made up of layers of asymmetrical silk
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Silk Bill Blass Dot Halter Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in Rockwood, ON
Love this dramatic yet simple Bill Blass silk gown! With a strong nod to the shapes of the thirties
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

80S BILL BLASS FRINGED BLACK ONE-PIECE
By Bill Blass
Located in Miami Beach, FL
And Encircles The Whole Top Section, Both In Front And In The Super Low-Cut Back . . . Made Of Inky
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1980s American Swimwear

1970s Ruffle Front Bill Blass Maxi Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Rockwood, ON
Wonderful Bill Blass maxi gown takes your basic black and makes it quite fabulous. The use of this
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980's Bill Blass Red Pleated Chiffon Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ultra sexy, lipstick red gown from Bill Blass is made from delicate chiffon pressed and sewn into
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1980s American Evening Gowns

1970s Unlabelled Bill Blass Gold Lame & Red Silk Metallic Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Rockwood, ON
. The neckline is a cut into a low V that plunges to the high set waistline and the bodice is balanced
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1970s Evening Dresses

1970s Unlabelled Bill Blass Gold Lame & Red Silk Metallic Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Rockwood, ON
. The neckline is a cut into a low V that plunges to the high set waistline and the bodice is balanced
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1970s Maxi Dress

Bill Blass
Located in New Hope, PA
A glamourous Bill Blass navy blue silk chiffon halter dress from the 1970's is delicately pleated
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Christian Dior Champagne-colored Evening Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Baarn, NL
low. In the waist-area is the gown slightly draped. The dress has a zipper on the left-side, lining
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21st Century and Contemporary French Ball Gowns

1950s John Wanamakers Red Silk Gown
Located in Rockwood, ON
, Bill Blass - the list goes on and on. Maddening, this gown has no other label besides that one, and
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1950s Evening Gowns

Sully Bonnelly Red and Gold Floral Strapless Trained Dress, circa 1998
Located in Rockwood, ON
a designer for the houses of Bill Blass and Eli Tahari before launching his own collection in 1998
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1990s Evening Gowns

Bill Blass Red Sequin Snakeskin Print Halter Dress, 1974
By Bill Blass
Located in Rockwood, ON
I love when I can document a dress and this gorgeous Bill Blass number is not only dated but was
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1970s Maxi Dress

1970s Dragon & Floral Print Bill Blass Cotton Caftan Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Rockwood, ON
is from Bill Blass and combines his masterful eye in cut with a fabulous mix of prints. It is perfect
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1970s Day Dresses

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Bill Low For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary bill low you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find brown, pink and more options on these pages. You’re likely to find the perfect bill low 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. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Bill Blass, Bill Gibb and Gucci each produced a popular version that is worth a look.

How Much is a Bill Low?

Prices for an bill low can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $425 and can go as high as $3,000, while, on average they fetch $1,375.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

From museum-worthy vintage Oscar de la Renta evening dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing available on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think Galliano and Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino 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 Chanel remain classic for haute couture advocates and beyond. By exploring the vast array of vintage collections on these pages, you can transform your closet into a retreat that is as retro as it is royal. 

Velvet cocktail dresses and silk evening gowns designed by French-born American couturiere Pauline Trigère — who dressed Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor — have proven timeless since their mid-century debut, while an overcoat by Alexander McQueen is the perfect finishing touch. In fact, an emerald one stays in rotation for Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge.

Those seeking modern high-fashion brands are also in luck. Turn your day-to-day into a runway with selections from Dolce & Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace or complete that fresh look with stunning footwear classics from the likes of Gucci and Christian Louboutin. The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. 

Build your collection of covetable and iconic vintage garments by shopping on 1stDibs. No matter where you roam, our diverse apparel and accessories will keep you covered in the hottest styles and comfiest black hoodie imaginable.

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