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1970s Psychedelic Paisley Bohemian Billow Sleeve Silk Maxi Dress
1970s Psychedelic Paisley Bohemian Billow Sleeve Silk Maxi Dress

1970s Psychedelic Paisley Bohemian Billow Sleeve Silk Maxi Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful 1970s vintage silk dress! Vibrant hues of pinks, purples, blues, greens, golds, and white

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1970s Evening Dresses

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Vintage 1970s Givenchy Colorful Stripe Silk-Chiffon Billow Sleeve Bohemian Dress
Vintage 1970s Givenchy Colorful Stripe Silk-Chiffon Billow Sleeve Bohemian Dress

Vintage 1970s Givenchy Colorful Stripe Silk-Chiffon Billow Sleeve Bohemian Dress

By Givenchy, Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

-striped dress, dating back to his 1977 Spring/Summer collection, is a perfect example of his brilliance

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1970s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage Biba Elephant Damask Black Billow Sleeve Mini Dress
Vintage Biba Elephant Damask Black Billow Sleeve Mini Dress

Vintage Biba Elephant Damask Black Billow Sleeve Mini Dress

By Biba

Located in Portsmouth, Hampshire

Late 1960s Biba rare elephant damask rayon satin billow sleeve mini dress. Adorable sleeves with

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1960s British Mini Dresses

Vintage 1970 Christian Dior Haute Couture Ombre Chiffon Billow-Sleeve Dress Set
Vintage 1970 Christian Dior Haute Couture Ombre Chiffon Billow-Sleeve Dress Set

Vintage 1970 Christian Dior Haute Couture Ombre Chiffon Billow-Sleeve Dress Set

By Christian Dior Haute Couture, Marc Bohan

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

grey ombre silk-chiffon and luxurious smoky silk-velvet. The seductive low-cut plunge billow-sleeve

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1970s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage 1973 Christian Dior Couture Sapphire Blue Chiffon Billow-Sleeve Dress
Vintage 1973 Christian Dior Couture Sapphire Blue Chiffon Billow-Sleeve Dress

Vintage 1973 Christian Dior Couture Sapphire Blue Chiffon Billow-Sleeve Dress

By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

wide collar button-down plunge which flows into dramatic wide-cuff rhinestone button billow sleeves. My

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1970s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in West Hollywood, CA

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Rare Early Yves Saint Laurent Black Rhinestone Top

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By Yves Saint Laurent

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1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

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Christian Dior by John Galliano black full length lamb and lace coat, fw 2001

Christian Dior by John Galliano black full length lamb and lace coat, fw 2001

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Christian Dior black full-length coat ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Mongolian lamb with lace overlay ▪ Heavyweight ▪ Large button fastening at the waist ▪ 100% lamb, lace - 100%...

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Bill Blass Vintage Black Soutache Evening Dress

Bill Blass Vintage Black Soutache Evening Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Sparks, NV

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By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

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Gianni Versace red silk jersey pleated full length evening dress, 1990s

Gianni Versace red silk jersey pleated full length evening dress, 1990s

By Gianni Versace

Located in London, GB

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

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By Issey Miyake

Located in London, GB

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Christian Dior by John Galliano red croc-embossed lambskin leather coat, fw 2005

Christian Dior by John Galliano red croc-embossed lambskin leather coat, fw 2005

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Christian Dior red croc-embossed lambskin leather coat ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Double-breasted ▪ Large logo etched buttons ▪ Silk lining ▪ FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8 ▪ Fall-Winte...

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Alexander McQueen black low plunge evening dress, fw 1998

Alexander McQueen black low plunge evening dress, fw 1998

$8,887

Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6

Alexander McQueen black low plunge evening dress, fw 1998

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Giorgio Armani Pleated Evening Dress

Giorgio Armani Pleated Evening Dress

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Geneva, CH

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Early 1970s Holly's Harp Rare Black Silk Jersey Wrap Cap Sleeve 70s Wrap Blouse
Early 1970s Holly's Harp Rare Black Silk Jersey Wrap Cap Sleeve 70s Wrap Blouse

Early 1970s Holly's Harp Rare Black Silk Jersey Wrap Cap Sleeve 70s Wrap Blouse

By Holly Harp

Located in San Diego, CA

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Prada Taupe silk organza fairy pant suit, ss 2008
Prada Taupe silk organza fairy pant suit, ss 2008

Prada Taupe silk organza fairy pant suit, ss 2008

$5,947

Size: Pant - IT 40 - Top - IT 38 (EU)

Prada Taupe silk organza fairy pant suit, ss 2008

By Prada

Located in London, GB

Prada; Taupe silk organza pant suit with printed illustrations by James Jean. Loosely cut transparent blouse with black ribbon trim, choker, fabric button fastenings and caplet. Slim...

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Vintage Billow Sleeve Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary vintage billow sleeve dress you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Gray and more options on these pages. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Marc Bohan, Christian Dior and Ossie Clark each produced a popular version that is worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Billow Sleeve Dress?

On average, a vintage billow sleeve dress on 1stDibs sells for $1,800, while they’re typically $725 on the low end and $2,900 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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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