1940s Haute Couture Black Silk Dress
Located in London, GB
Superb French haute couture black silk dress and almost certainly made during or just after WWII
1940s Haute Couture Black Silk Dress
Located in London, GB
Superb French haute couture black silk dress and almost certainly made during or just after WWII
The Row Black Mini Dress, Size 6
By The Row
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: Featuring black cotton, open crew neck line, short sleeves (11.25"), mini length
1990s Victor Costa Black and White Polkadot Ruffle Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in London, GB
1980s or early 1990s monochrome polka dot chiffon ruffle dress. This is a great example of playful
1960s Paul Jonas Floral Dress with Black Stripes
Located in London, GB
A sensational and original 1960s floral polished cotton dress by British boutique designer Paul
1990'S THIERRY MUGLER Black Silk Long Sleeve Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
Tagged a European size 38 Sexy snaps go all the way down the back. 1990'S THIERRY MUGLER Black Silk
Alaïa 1985 Black Wool Dress with Vinyl Belt Distressed Condition
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, HK
designer’s sculptural tailoring and provocative edge. Crafted in black wool, the dress features a cinched
ROLAND MOURET black viscose EMBROIDERED LACE Gown Dress 10 S
By Roland Mouret
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Roland Mouret sleeveless maxi dress in black viscose (36%), acetate (35%), nylon (26
Vintage Italian Black Floral Maxi Dress in Viscose with Waist Tie
Located in Milano, IT
A vibrant celebration of vintage femininity, this Italian maxi dress from the 1990s features a
Thierry Mugler Late Black Structured Quilted Long Sleeve Coat Dress, 1980s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing example of Mugler's iconic broad shoulder, curvy body. This piece is special because it has the appearance of quilted segments to add to the structure of the entire piece. In...
2000s Gianfranco Ferré Stretch Ribbed Knit Bodycon Flare Black Maxi Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a striking black knit Gianfranco Ferre midi dress from the 2000s. This form-fitting
Vintage Carven Black Mid Length Long Sleeve Dress Size 38
By Carven
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: Size 38 Featuring 100% polyester fabric, long sleeves with slit, mid length, shorter on the front, longer on the back, rear zip closure. Made in Turkey.
Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather Black Lambskin Body-Hugging Dress
By Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather, Michael Hoban
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully wicked Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather body-hugging dress is made with the
Miu Miu 2013 Robe Crepe Minimal Noir FR38 Perfect Black Crepe Dress UK10 US8
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in PARIS, FR
Miu Miu Fall/Winter 2013 collection midi dress in thick black triacetate crepe, round neck with a
1950S Black Acetate Taffeta Swing Skirt Cocktail Dress With Unique Gathered Det
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Acetate Taffeta Swing Skirt Cocktail Dress With Unique Gathered Details
Bottega Veneta Robe Laine Soie IT38 FR34 Safron Silk Black Wool Dress UK6 US4
By Bottega Veneta
Located in PARIS, FR
Bottega Veneta saffron silk satin dress overlaid with boiled wool lace, round neck, sleeveless
AKRIS Flamenco-Inspired Black / Creme-White Polka Dot Flounced Silk Dress, 1980s
By Albert Kriemler
Located in Munich, DE
Flamboyant 1980s signature polka dot design silk dress in black, creme-white and bright red by
1980S Black Leopard Print Silk & Rayon Burnout Velvet Wrap Dress Gown With Slee
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully made and hand finished in Paris, no label. 1980S Black Leopard Print Silk & Rayon
CHANEL black cashmere 2020 20C CHAIN LONG SLEEVE MIDI KNIT Dress 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
and purple cotton (100%). Features a 'CC' emblem oChanel chain embellished dress in black cashmere
S/S 2006 Christian Dior Haute Couture by Galliano Gold Black Dress Jacket Set
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black and gold Christian Dior haute couture dress set, designed by John
Salvatore Ferragamo Leather Straps Dress
By Salvatore Ferragamo
Located in London, GB
Salvatore Ferragamo Leather Straps Dress Knee-length black leather dress from Salvatore Ferragamo
Alexander Mcqueen White Knitted Dress With Black Belt And Gold Buckle 2020
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer an Alexander McQueen white knitted dress with black belt
Vintage Bill Blass Silk Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in London, GB
A chic and easy to wear vintage silk dress by Bill Blass . The dress is in a wonderful combination
Vintage Rowlands of Bath Austrian Check Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic and warm vintage dress by Rowlands of Bath. Made in Austria in a lovely check wool with
Saint Laurent Rive Gauche "Le Smoking" Dress 80s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in London, GB
- Black wool and silk satin trim 'Le Smoking" tuxedo dress with side buttons - Excellent condition
1970s French Couture Navy Rose Print Dress
Located in London, GB
This is a couture made French dress from the 1970s. The label reads La Femme Chic Place de la
A/W1992 Dolce & Gabbana pin-up bandage mini dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A/W 1992 Dolce & Gabbana pin-up bandage mini dress This iconic Dolce & Gabbana mini dress from the
Charming Vintage Italian Balloon Dress with Bow-Back Closure
Located in Milano, IT
Elevate your vintage wardrobe with this delightful Italian dress from the 1980s, crafted in a warm
90s Gianfranco Ferre Sheer Metallic Grey Cocktail Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
90s Gianfranco Ferre Sheer metallic grey long sleeve fitted cocktail dress. Size: 4/6 see
HERVE LEGER midnight blue BANDAGE BODYCON Dress XS
By Herve Léger
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Herve Leger sleeveless bandage cocktail dress in midnight-blue rayon (90%), nylon (9
1950s Navy and Pink Silk Rose Print Dress
Located in London, GB
background. The dress boasts the most beautiful sculptural sleeve design with folds and pleating of the silk
2008 Runway Jeremy Scott Novelty Grandfather Clock Dress
By Jeremy Scott
Located in London, GB
Runway documented Jeremy Scott novelty grandfather clock dress from his autumn / winter 2008
1990 Yves Saint Laurent Colourful Abstract Print Shirtwaister Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This staple dress is from the 1990 A/W Rive Gauche collection from Yves Saint Laurent. The simple
1950s Grey Wool Dolman Sleeve Dress with Elaborate Beadwork
Located in London, GB
This grey wool dress dates from the very early 1950s has a lovely structured feel to it, and
Chanel 2015 Robe Brasserie Gabrielle FR34 36 Burgundy Wool Tweed Dress UK6 US4
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel dress from the Fall/Winter 2015 collection, called Brasserie Gabrielle, in burgundy wool
$1,288
Black Silk Velvet Gown
Located in New York, NY
Black Silk Velvet Gown
A Bustle cage silk faille Dress with bodice and skirt - France Circa 1890
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1880-1890 France Day dress with integrated Bustle cage, by petite Bourgoisie, bodice and
1990S Black Silk Lace Gown
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Silk Lace Gown
Black Silk Velvet Gown With Jacket
Located in New York, NY
Black Silk Velvet Gown With Jacket
1990S Black Chantilly Lace Short Sleeved Gown
Located in New York, NY
made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Chantilly Lace Short Sleeved Gown
1990S Metallic Black Rayon/Lurex Lace Gown
Located in New York, NY
made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Metallic Black Rayon/Lurex Lace Gown
1990S Black Embroidered Rayon & Silk Organza Gown
Located in New York, NY
made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Embroidered Rayon & Silk Organza Gown
1990S Black & Silver Silk Lace Sequined Gown
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black & Silver Silk Lace Sequined Gown
1990S Black Silk Charmeuse & French Chantilly Lace Gown
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Silk Charmeuse & French Chantilly Lace Gown
MA Black Cotton Blend Net Gown Covered In Floral Embroidery
Located in New York, NY
Morphew Atelier Black Cotton Blend Net Gown Covered In Floral Embroidery
1990S Black Silk Lace Strapless Gown With Bow
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Silk Lace Strapless Gown With Bow
1990S Brown & Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Lace Gown
Located in New York, NY
made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Brown & Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Lace Gown
1990S Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Gown
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Gown
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Beaded Lace Gown
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Beaded Lace Gown
Early 2000s Dolce & Gabbana Black Satin Slip Gown
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the early 2000s, this sleek Dolce & Gabbana black silk satin slip gown is a simple and chic
2000S RICK OWENS Black Wool 2 Piece Gown
Located in New York, NY
2000S RICK OWENS Black Wool 2 Piece Gown
1990S DONNA KARAN Black Rayon& Elastane Gown
By Donna Karan
Located in New York, NY
1990S DONNA KARAN Black Rayon& Elastane Gown
2000s Valentino Black Sheer Panel Halterneck Rhinestone Buckle Gown
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black Valentino halterneck gown. From the 2000s, this full-length dress
1990S Aqua Blue & Black Silk Lurex Matelassé Gauze Gown
Located in New York, NY
1990S Aqua Blue & Black Silk Lurex Matelassé Gauze Gown
1990S Black Silk Chiffon & Lace Gown With Velvet Detaliing
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Silk Chiffon & Lace Gown With Velvet Detaliing
2000S Christian Lacroix Black Sheer Chantilly Lace Gown
By Christian Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
2000S Christian Lacroix Black Sheer Chantilly Lace Gown
2000S ATELIER VERSACE GIANNI Black Silk Chiffon Crystal Beaded and Metal Mesh
By Atelier Versace
Located in New York, NY
This dress is tagged size 42, however the fit is very small. We recommend size 2 or smaller. 2000S
1990S Black Silk & Rayon Satin Lace Gown With Train
Located in New York, NY
made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Silk & Rayon Satin Lace Gown With Train
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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