Isabel Marant Etoile Danalia Ecru Block Print Dress
By Isabel Marant
Located in London, GB
crepe with a delicate and colourful block print, it has a soft cut through the bust with v neckline and
Isabel Marant Etoile Danalia Ecru Block Print Dress
By Isabel Marant
Located in London, GB
crepe with a delicate and colourful block print, it has a soft cut through the bust with v neckline and
Issey Miyake Pleats Please Abstract Colour Printed Dress
By Pleats Please, Issey Miyake
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous Issey Miyake Pleats Please colour block printed dress. Unworn. Made from signature pleated
Vicky Tiel Couture Color Block Animal Print Silk Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great silk dress from Vicky Tiel Couture with a marigold bodice printed with leopards and a solid
Marimekko Vintage 1980s 80s Textile Print Color Block Avant Garde Batwing Dress
By Marimekko
Located in Sparks, NV
Colorful geometric screen printed avant garde dress by Finnish textile designer Marimekko. Drop
GUCCI Resort 2012 Orange & Purple Floral Print Silk Colorblock Shift Dress NWT
By Gucci, Frida Giannini
Located in Thiensville, WI
Gucci Resort 2012 orange and purple dual floral print silk color-block shift dress; New with tags
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 44/ Medium
Rare 1960s Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Orange Silk Print Shift Dress with Ascot
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sparks, NV
Rare 1960s vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress in block printed silk. Fully lined with
Oscar de la Renta Exotic Printed & Silver Stenciled Silk Velvet Evening Dress 8
By Oscar De La Renta, Oscar de la Renta Active
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, the print shows reference to designs found in Indian block prints & tribal carpets. The dress has a
1970s Indian Red and Black Sheer Silk Hand Block Print Dress
By Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann, Judith Ann
Located in Houston, TX
Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann. Beautiful floral print sheer silk bishop-sleeved dress. Square neckline
Vintage One Sleeve Maxi dress in Mode Block Print
Located in Antwerp, BE
Circa 1980 one sleeve maxi dress by August max . The stretchy nature of the synthetic jersey fabric
Oscar de la Renta Color Blocked Zebra Printed Empire Waist Sheath Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Henrico, VA
print and is color blocked in blue and purple. The dress has an empire waist and a back zipped closure.
1980's Koos Gray Print Block Coatdress
By Koos Van den Akker
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Adorned with print motif, this 1980's Koos gray print block coatdress is sure to be a stand out
1970S Blue & Purple Cotton Indian Block Printed Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970S Blue & Purple Cotton Indian Block Printed Dress
I. Magnin 80s Cotton Block-Print Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
An 80s block-print cotton dress in turquoise, yellow and black from Anciens. Originally sold at I
1970s Paper Thin 100% Sheer Silk Indian Hand-Block Print Dress
By Judith Ann
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning paper thing silk dress with a hand block printed Indian design by Ritu Kumar
African Block Printed Cotton Tunic Dress
Located in New York, NY
This piece can be worn both as an over dress, short dress, or waistcoat. Ties at side with wood
Moschino Color Block Face Print Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Jeans
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous dress with a face print from Moschino. It is adorned on the front with a brightly
Morphew Collection African Indian Block Print Tribal Cotton Dress
Located in New York, NY
Morphew Collection African Indian Block Print Tribal Cotton Dress
Liberty & Co of London Block Print Floral Dress, 1930s
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
block print, and perhaps because of England's association with India this dress was created to replicate
Color Block Print Vintage Sundress
Located in Alford, MA
Enjoy the warm weather in this color block sundress from the 1960s-'70s featuring a small black
Ritu Kumar Indian Hand Block Printed Silk Dress, 1970's
By Ritu Kumar for Roshafi
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970's hand block printed silk dress by Indian designer, Ritu Kumar, for Roshafi. The pullover
JEAN-CHARLES DE CASTELBAJAC Size 8 Color Block Linen Cartoon Print Coat Dress
By Jean-Charles de Castelbajac
Located in San Francisco, CA
This fabulous vintage JEAN-CHARLES DE CASTELBAJAC coat dress comes in cream, pink, yellow
VALENTINO red grey acetate silk floral print block ruffle dress IT40 S
By Valentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO red grey acetate silk floral print block ruffle dress IT40 S Reference: NKLL/A00255 Brand
1970's Bill Blass Silk Organza Color Blocked Print Maxi
By Bill Blass
Located in Gresham, OR
Fabulous Bill Blass 70's Organza Trans-Period Color Blocked Maxi Dress with Gathered Flare Sleeves.
Torso Creations Embellished Ramona Rull B/W Block Print Hostess Gown w Tassels
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Torso Creations Embellished Ramona Rull B/W Block Print Hostess Gown w Tassels: Complimentary block
1970s Aled Couture Gold Black and Silver Lame Dress with Oversized Belt
Located in London, GB
gold, silver and black geometric block print. The dress has a wide straight collar, is sleeveless and
Versace
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Color block mini dress with floral print and stitch detailing on bust and straps.
Judith Ann 1970s Vintage Paper Thin Silk Indian Hand-Block Print Dress
By Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann, Judith Ann
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning paper thing silk dress with a hand block printed Indian design by Ritu Kumar
Vintage 1970s Paper Thin 100% Sheer Silk Indian Hand-Block Print Dress
By Neiman Marcus, Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning paper thing silk dress with a hand block printed Indian design by Ritu Kumar
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Size: Free (Small, Medium, Large)
1970s Judith Ann Vintage Paper Thin Silk Indian Hand-Block Print Dress
By Judith Ann
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning paper thing silk dress with a hand block printed Indian design by Ritu Kumar
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Size: Small-Medium
Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann 1970s Vintage 100% Silk Indian Hand-Block Print Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann 1970s vintage Indian hand block printed 100% silk
1970s Vintage 100% Silk Hand Block Printed Indian Caftan Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage hand block printed caftan maxi dress in 100% silk. Gorgeous Indian print and bat
1970's Louis Feraud Color Block Maxi Dress
By Louis Feraud
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Louis Feraud color block maxi dress with logo print in three places. In excellent condition
1970s Vintage Sheer Cotton Gauze Indian Blue Block Print Hippie Boho Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Paper thin vintage 1970s cotton gauze dress in a blue floral Indian block print. Unlined with front
1990's Jean Paul Gaultier Face Block Print Long Sleeve Shift Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1990's Face Print Velvet and Silk Long Sleeve Mid-Length Shift Dress with a turtleneck and back
Christian Lacroix Stretchy Red Pink Graffiti Print Color Block Tube Dress, 1990s
By Christian Lacroix
Located in San Francisco, CA
Christian Lacroix Pret-a-Porter 1990s super stretchy bodycon strapless dress in quartered red and
Torso Creations Black & White Block-Printed Caftan w Extravagant Draped Sleeves
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Torso Creations Black & White Block-Printed Caftan w Extravagant Draped Sleeves: Traditional block
Sheer gauze block print with gold caftan from India 1960s Woodward & Lothrop
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Sheer gauze block print with gold caftan from India 1960s Woodward & Lothrop...Bias cut block
Indian Hand Block Print Cotton Kaftan with Leather Macrame and Wood Bead Trim
Located in Gresham, OR
block-printed in rich shades of yellow, brown and maroon with green leaves. The Kaftan is designed by
Chloe Multicolor Block Print Ruffle Trim Dress S
By Chloé
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
100% silk and flaunts a multicolored block print pattern throughout. It has been designed to deliver
Missoni Signature Print Color Block Knit Dress
By Missoni
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Missoni Brown Knit Mini Dress with Slip Multi-Color Color Block detail at Hem in Signature Missoni
Diane von Furstenberg Color Block Print Silk Mondrian Shift Dress S
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
material lending this piece a classy finish. Adorned in a colorblcok print, the dress is styled with a
Vintage 1974 Ossie Clark Red Floral Celia Birtwell Print Crepe Block Color Dress
By Ossie Clark
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
" fashion era and is now renowned for his romantic flowing dresses and dramatic ensembles. Ossie Clark
Vintage 1970s Indian Cotton Gauze Block Print Dress with Balloon Sleeves
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
diaphanous, flowy quality. The floral block print is so bohemian while the dramatic balloon sleeves and gold
Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann 1970s Hand Block Printed Silk Dress
By Judith Ann
Located in US
Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann boho style dress in 100% silk with a floral print in a variation of
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Size: Fits like S-M
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s Estimated Size
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Size: Fits like S-M
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s Estimated Size
1970s Pakistani I. Magnin Hand Block Print Kaftan
By I. Magnin
Located in Houston, TX
Kaftans are so "in" and this one is a winner! This taupe, mustard, and rust print on cotton was
Vintage PHOOL 1970s Indian Smock Yoke Paisley Black Printed Dress
Located in Portsmouth, Hampshire
Vintage 1970s Phool block printed medium weight cotton dress, paisley design, yoke is quilted and
Thea Porter embroidered evening wool jacket, c. 1960s
By Thea Porter
Located in London, GB
Introducing a timeless Thea Porter black wool twill jacket, a captivating piece dating back to the iconic 1960s era. This jacket exudes elegance and sophistication, showcasing Thea P...
1960s Navy Blue Chiffon White Rhinestone Flowers Vintage 60s Gown Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s navy blue and white silk chiffon flower rhinestone applique gown ! Features a tailored bodice with hand-sewn white flowers that are encrusted with rhinestones. Sheer ...
F/W 1988 Thierry Mugler Museum Red 'Les Infernales' Fiery Red Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning red Thierry Mugler skirt suit, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Fall/Winter 1988 'Les Infernales' collection, a version of this fiery red 'Tailleur Vampire...
Valentino Runway Emerald Sequin Shimmer Dress Gown NWT
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning 70's inspired Valentino Demi Couture evening gown that sparkles and shimmers on the runway. Hand sewn sequins strategically placed for great color and visual appeal. F...
$460Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 8
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Blue 'Sequin' Print Semi Sheer 90s Ruffle Blouse Top
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1990s OSCAR DE LA RENTA vibrant blue and white sequin print ruffle blouse! Features an all-over print that looks like sequins. Semi-sheer fine silk. Hidden hook and-eyes...
Mignon Paris Draped Silk Dress 1950s
By Mignon
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black silk dress from Mignon Paris. It is sleeveless with a draped portrait collar, fitted waist and a full skirt- a feat of draping and ruching. The dress has a back pai...
$11,953
Size: IT42 - FR38 - UK10 - US6
Alexander McQueen Leopard Print Silk and Fur Jacket and Skirt Suit, FW 2005
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Alexander McQueen ▪ Creative Director: Lee Alexander McQueen ▪ Collection: The Man Who Knew Too Much, Fall-Winter 2005 ▪ Fabric: Silk Twill, Rabbit Fur ▪ Details: Built-in P...
Thierry Mugler Couture Flame Beaded Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Norwich, GB
Vintage Thierry Mugler couture dress, in wine red/deep purple liquid silk, with a black chiffon hem detailed with a glass beaded flame tip design. Circa 2000. This is the exact dress...
Versace Lace up Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great flower pattern stretch silk dress in pinks, purples and black from Versace. It has a scoop neckline with metal ring decorated shoulder straps. It is semi fitted with ruching ...
$1,516Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 12
Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown
By Badgley Mischka, BADGLEY MISHCKA
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA size 12 gray fully beaded + rhinestone deco style evening gown! Features elegant 3/4 sleeves with a fitted bodice and forgiving skirt. Hand cr...
Alexander McQueen A/W 2005 "The Man Who Knew Too Much" Leopard Fur Jacket Skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Alexander McQueen A/W 2005 "The Man Who Knew Too Much" Leopard Print Silk Jacket Pencil Skirt Set Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2005 “The Man W...
Pierre Balmain White Bodycon Dress
By Pierre Balmain, Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous white body conscious bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has long sleeves, a square cut neckline, and fabulous ribbed panels accentuating the waist and bust. It is unl...
$600Sale Price|33% Off
Size: 6
Vintage Arnold Scaasi Black Velvet Evening Gown w/Red Sequin Floral Pattern
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Studio City, CA
1980's Arnold Scaasi black velvet strapless evening gown with allover red sequin floral print. In excellent condition with minor sequin loss at back zipper. Size 6. MEASUREMENTS: B...
$1,996Sale Price|20% Off
Size: XS
1970s Arnold Scaasi Vintage Metallic Gold Lamé Silk Dress/ Gown (Skirt + Top)
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage 1970s 2-piece evening dress ensemble by Arnold Scaasi in metallic gold printed silk lamé. This ensemble fits like a modern size XS. The top is fully lined with rear ...
$10,599
Size: 42 I (Vintage)
DOLCE & GABBANA Fall 1991 Runway Multicoloured Crystal-Embellished Mini Skirt
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Munich, DE
"You can not beat Dolce & Gabbana early '90s, especially these [crystal-embellished] looks", said Kim Kardashian when presenting the Kim x Dolce & Gabbana collection for Spring/Summe...
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 ...
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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