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Roberto Cavalli Blue Print Dress
Roberto Cavalli Blue Print Dress

Roberto Cavalli Blue Print Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Ardmore, PA

Roberto Cavalli Blue Print Dress Size EU 44

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

UNWORN Emilio Pucci Signature Print Purple Blue Silk Dress 42
UNWORN Emilio Pucci Signature Print Purple Blue Silk Dress 42

UNWORN Emilio Pucci Signature Print Purple Blue Silk Dress 42

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

A standout look from the Emilio Pucci Pre-Fall 2014 collection, this piece represents a pinnacle moment in Peter Dundas’s transformative tenure at the house. This collection was ce...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Richilene for Elizabeth Arden 1970s Blue Sheer Silk Midi Dress
Richilene for Elizabeth Arden 1970s Blue Sheer Silk Midi Dress

Richilene for Elizabeth Arden 1970s Blue Sheer Silk Midi Dress

By Richilene

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous sheer washy Atlantic blue silk midi dress by Richilene for Elizabeth Arden. This dress features long sheer balloon sleeves, a ruffled collar and full sweep triple layered sk...

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Green and white jacquard cocktail dress GANNI New
Green and white jacquard cocktail dress GANNI New

Green and white jacquard cocktail dress GANNI New

By Ganni

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Green and white jacquard cocktail dress. Fabric composition: 100% polyester. Hidden snap closure on the middle front. Decorative rhinestone button on the top middle front. Elastic b...

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2010s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

1980s Black Velvet Vicky Tiel Cocktail Dress with Royal Blue Bodice
1980s Black Velvet Vicky Tiel Cocktail Dress with Royal Blue Bodice

1980s Black Velvet Vicky Tiel Cocktail Dress with Royal Blue Bodice

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Black velvet Vicky Tiel cocktail dress with a sexy sweetheart style neckline, a favourite look for Vicky Tiel, and a ruched royal blue velvet front bodice with shimmery black threadi...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Emilio Pucci blue silk dress
Emilio Pucci blue silk dress

Emilio Pucci blue silk dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

PUCCI - (Made in Italy) Long silk dress with a front split, ornamented with purple and gray tone abstract pattern. Puffy long sleeves. Size 40IT. Condition: Very good condition Dim...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Emilio Pucci Blue Printed Silk Dress
Emilio Pucci Blue Printed Silk Dress

Emilio Pucci Blue Printed Silk Dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Paris, FR

Emilio Pucci pink peplum dress featuring a lace yoke extending to the long sleeves, a stretch material, a peplum detail and a back zipper. Composition: 85%viscose, 11% polyamide, 4%...

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Emilio Pucci Blue Printed Silk Dress
Emilio Pucci Blue Printed Silk Dress

Emilio Pucci Blue Printed Silk Dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Paris, FR

Emilio Pucci 1970s geometric-pattern blue silk dress featuring an iconic geometric print, a wrap-effect leading, a rear zipper closing. Circa 1970s In good vintage condition. Compos...

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1970s French Cocktail Dresses

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI blue green silk blend leaf embroidery lace cocktail dress XXS
GIAMBATTISTA VALLI blue green silk blend leaf embroidery lace cocktail dress XXS

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI blue green silk blend leaf embroidery lace cocktail dress XXS

By Giambattista Valli

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI blue green silk blend leaf embroidery lace cocktail dress IT38 XXS Reference: LNKO/A02550 Brand: Giambattista Valli Material: Polyester Color: Green, Blue Pattern:...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1983 Madame Gres Haute Couture Blue & Striped Taffeta Cocktail Dress W/Capelet
1983 Madame Gres Haute Couture Blue & Striped Taffeta Cocktail Dress W/Capelet

1983 Madame Gres Haute Couture Blue & Striped Taffeta Cocktail Dress W/Capelet

By Madame Gres

Located in Studio City, CA

1983 Madame Gres haute couture cocktail dress featuring a blue silk taffeta bodice w/thin spaghetti straps and a voluminous/pleated silk skirt w/blue, green, orange, and brown vertic...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

2010s Monique Lhuillier Blue Beaded Dress
2010s Monique Lhuillier Blue Beaded Dress

2010s Monique Lhuillier Blue Beaded Dress

By Monique Lhuillier

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Mod 2010s Monique Lhuillier intricately beaded blue fitted dress. The beautiful all over beading on the blue makes the dress sparkle when worn. Bits of lace and beading patterns add ...

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2010s American Cocktail Dresses

Louis Feraud Blue Pleated Bustier Dress
Louis Feraud Blue Pleated Bustier Dress

Louis Feraud Blue Pleated Bustier Dress

By Louis Feraud

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Louis Feraud - (Made in Germany) Blue pleated bustier dress. Size 40FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 41 cm - Length: about 80 cm Selle...

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1980s German Cocktail Dresses

16ARLINGTON Vida light blue sequins high neck long sleeves cocktail dress UK6 XS
16ARLINGTON Vida light blue sequins high neck long sleeves cocktail dress UK6 XS

16ARLINGTON Vida light blue sequins high neck long sleeves cocktail dress UK6 XS

Located in Hong Kong, NT

16ARLINGTON Vida light blue sequins high neck long sleeves cocktail dress UK6 XS Reference: BSHW/A00023 Brand: 16Arlington Material: Polyester Color: Blue Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Cocktail Dresses

90s Ferre navy blue knit dress
90s Ferre navy blue knit dress

90s Ferre navy blue knit dress

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Sexy and sporty 90s Gianfranco Ferre navy blue knit dress with racer back. Bust: 32"/ W: 26" / 34" ( fabric strecth) Best fit US size 2 and 4.

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1960's Heavily Beaded Aqua Cocktail Dress Size Medium
1960's Heavily Beaded Aqua Cocktail Dress Size Medium

1960's Heavily Beaded Aqua Cocktail Dress Size Medium

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage cocktail dress features heavy beading in an aqua hue with a drape accent of some of the beading. An absolutely stunning piece. There is a center back zipper. In excellen...

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1960s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Corral pink sleeveless cocktail dress with zip and rhinestone VERSACE
Corral pink sleeveless cocktail dress with zip and rhinestone VERSACE

Corral pink sleeveless cocktail dress with zip and rhinestone VERSACE

By Versace

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Corral pink sleeveless cocktail dress with zip and rhinestone and drape stretch tulle. Main fabric composition: 67% rayon, 26% nylon, 7% elastane. Tulle composition: 94% nylon, 6% el...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1950s Claire McCardell Blue Silk Dress
1950s Claire McCardell Blue Silk Dress

1950s Claire McCardell Blue Silk Dress

By Claire McCardell

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Late 50s Claire McCardell Blue Silk Dress with 3/4 sleeves. Fit size: Small/ 4 Bust : 36”/ Waist :26” / Dress Length : 48 with 2” hem **small faint light discoloration on shoulde...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Adele Simpson Plus Size 1960s Hot Pink + Silver + Blue Metallic Dress
Vintage Adele Simpson Plus Size 1960s Hot Pink + Silver + Blue Metallic Dress

Vintage Adele Simpson Plus Size 1960s Hot Pink + Silver + Blue Metallic Dress

By Adele Simpson

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage 60s ADELE SIMPSON for I. MAGNIN hot pink fuchsia, blue, silver and black lurex knit metallic dress! Perfect A-Line fit that is so chic and flattering. Cut-out above...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Altuzarra Blue Print Dress
Altuzarra Blue Print Dress

Altuzarra Blue Print Dress

By Altuzarra

Located in Ardmore, PA

Altuzarra Blue Print Dress Size EU 42 Excellent Condition

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

CD Greene Couture SS2012 Turquoise Crystal Embellished Cutout Cocktail Dress 6
CD Greene Couture SS2012 Turquoise Crystal Embellished Cutout Cocktail Dress 6

CD Greene Couture SS2012 Turquoise Crystal Embellished Cutout Cocktail Dress 6

By CD GREENE

Located in San Diego, CA

Step into the spotlight with this striking CD Greene Couture silk jersey cocktail dress from the Spring–Summer 2012 collection. Crafted in a vivid seedy green / turquoise stretch fab...

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2010s American Cocktail Dresses

JOURDEN ANAIS navy blue black wool blend cloque fit flare cocktail dress FR38 M
JOURDEN ANAIS navy blue black wool blend cloque fit flare cocktail dress FR38 M

JOURDEN ANAIS navy blue black wool blend cloque fit flare cocktail dress FR38 M

Located in Hong Kong, NT

JOURDEN ANAIS navy blue black wool blend cloque fit flare cocktail dress FR38 M Reference: LAYU/A00085 Brand: Jourden Material: Wool, Blend Color: Navy, Black Pattern: Solid Closure:...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Cocktail Dresses

A Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress Numbered 112776 Circa 1965
A Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress Numbered 112776 Circa 1965

A Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress Numbered 112776 Circa 1965

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Toulon, FR

France Elegant Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress numbered 112776 Circa 1965/1970. Dress in printed silk, sleeveless, skin-tight and hugging the hips, waist darts.

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Celine Ice Blue Silk V Neck Suplice Bodice Cocktail Dress with Rose Applique 42
Celine Ice Blue Silk V Neck Suplice Bodice Cocktail Dress with Rose Applique 42

Celine Ice Blue Silk V Neck Suplice Bodice Cocktail Dress with Rose Applique 42

By Celine

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Celine ice blue silk cocktail dress marked size 42, V-neck suplice bodice dress with a srmed waist, the skirt has a 14 inch side front hem vent.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

Stella McCartney Blue Pleated Maxi Dress sz.38
Stella McCartney Blue Pleated Maxi Dress sz.38

Stella McCartney Blue Pleated Maxi Dress sz.38

By Stella McCartney

Located in Krakow, PL

Stella McCartney Blue Pleated Maxi Dress Sz. 38 Very Good Description: Elegant Stella McCartney pleated maxi dress in vibrant blue. Made from 100% polyester, it features adjustable t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Ceil Chapman 1950s Emerald Silk 50S Cocktail Dress Scarf Neckline
Vintage Ceil Chapman 1950s Emerald Silk 50S Cocktail Dress Scarf Neckline

Vintage Ceil Chapman 1950s Emerald Silk 50S Cocktail Dress Scarf Neckline

By Ceil Chapman

Located in San Diego, CA

Approximately Size Small Measurements: 36 inch bust 27-28 inch waist 36 inch hips 40 inches from top back shoulder seam to hem An exceptional example of mid-century American design...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Blue Printed Silk Dress
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Blue Printed Silk Dress

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Blue Printed Silk Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Paris, FR

Yves Saint Laurent YSL blue silk printed dress featuring a jacquard silk, an animal print, a separated tie bow or belt (could worn in hair too)., a wrap skirt, short sleeves, padded ...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Off Shoulder Blue Ruffles Silk Cocktail Dress
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Off Shoulder Blue Ruffles Silk Cocktail Dress

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Off Shoulder Blue Ruffles Silk Cocktail Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1986 Yves Saint Laurent off shoulder blue silk organza, with ruffles and sequins cocktail dress.

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1980s French Shift Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Runway Teal Green Blue Silk Basket Weave Cocktail Dress
Oscar de la Renta Runway Teal Green Blue Silk Basket Weave Cocktail Dress

Oscar de la Renta Runway Teal Green Blue Silk Basket Weave Cocktail Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Francisco, CA

Oscar de la Renta teal dress in a gorgeous woven silk with dramatic pleating and an unfinished hem (stitched but not folded) detail. Back zip and hook and eye. Look 29 on the Spring...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

1987 Yves Saint Laurent YSL Silk Printed Dress
1987 Yves Saint Laurent YSL Silk Printed Dress

1987 Yves Saint Laurent YSL Silk Printed Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Paris, FR

Yves Saint Laurent YSL blue silk dress featuring bow print, boat neck, long sleeves, belted waist, keyhole detail to the rear and mid-length. Circa 1987 See attached spring-summer ...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1960s B. H. Wragge Pastel Blue + Green + Yellow Vintage 60s Abstract Wrap Dress
1960s B. H. Wragge Pastel Blue + Green + Yellow Vintage 60s Abstract Wrap Dress

1960s B. H. Wragge Pastel Blue + Green + Yellow Vintage 60s Abstract Wrap Dress

By B.H. Wragge, BH Wragge

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s BH WRAGGE abstract print silk pastel wrap dress! BH Wragge was known for their creative one-of-a-kind bold abstract prints that were both stylish and wearable. This rare g...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Laura Ashley Navy Blue + Purple Long Sleeve Cotton Vintage 90s Midi Dress
1990s Laura Ashley Navy Blue + Purple Long Sleeve Cotton Vintage 90s Midi Dress

1990s Laura Ashley Navy Blue + Purple Long Sleeve Cotton Vintage 90s Midi Dress

By Laura Ashley

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic classic early 1990s LAURA ASHLEY navy blue, purple and gray flower print long sleeve cotton dress! Features a fitted bodice with a flattering and forgiving full midi skirt. POCK...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1960s Fern Violette Blue + Lime Green Paisley Tropical Print Silk A Line Dress
1960s Fern Violette Blue + Lime Green Paisley Tropical Print Silk A Line Dress

1960s Fern Violette Blue + Lime Green Paisley Tropical Print Silk A Line Dress

By Fern Violette

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 60s vintage FERN VIOLETTE blue, lime green and white abstract paisley silk dress! Features luxurious silk, with great bold prints. FItted bodice, with a flattering and forgiving...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Sergio Tegon Navy Blue and White Italian Cotton 90s Vintage Bubble Dress
1990s Sergio Tegon Navy Blue and White Italian Cotton 90s Vintage Bubble Dress

1990s Sergio Tegon Navy Blue and White Italian Cotton 90s Vintage Bubble Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1990s SERGIO TEGON for SEVENTY navy blue and ivory white polka dot cotton sleeveless mini bubble dress! Features a fitted bodice that buttons up the front, with a full bubble sk...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1960s Royal Blue and White Star Print A - Line Novelty Vintage 60s Dress
1960s Royal Blue and White Star Print A - Line Novelty Vintage 60s Dress

1960s Royal Blue and White Star Print A - Line Novelty Vintage 60s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 1960s royal blue and white star print A - Line dress! Hidden zipper up th eback with hook-and-eye closure. Great with boots, wedges, sandals, heels, flats or boots. Looks fan...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Early 1960s Draped Chiffon Hand-Painted Floral Print Silk Cocktail Dress
Early 1960s Draped Chiffon Hand-Painted Floral Print Silk Cocktail Dress

Early 1960s Draped Chiffon Hand-Painted Floral Print Silk Cocktail Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

Early 1960s Gathered and Draped Chiffon Hand-Painted Silk Fitted Cocktail Dress: A fabulous Palm Royale period psychedelic floral cocktail dress with a chic gathered chiffon bodice a...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1960s Julius Garfinckel Blue and Green Boucle Beaded Mink Fur Trim A Line Dress
1960s Julius Garfinckel Blue and Green Boucle Beaded Mink Fur Trim A Line Dress

1960s Julius Garfinckel Blue and Green Boucle Beaded Mink Fur Trim A Line Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Super rare and chic vintage 60s JULIUS GARFINCKEL green and blue boucle beaded long sleeve A-Line dress! Soft boucle in vibrant blue and green. Hand-sewn beads and sequins throughout...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

A French Pierre Balmain Printed Silk Dress, Circa 1980
A French Pierre Balmain Printed Silk Dress, Circa 1980

A French Pierre Balmain Printed Silk Dress, Circa 1980

By Pierre Balmain Couture

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1980 France Pierre Balmain summer dress in blue silk with polka dots in shades of yellow, pink white and black. Round neck, short kimono sleeves, tightened dress at the waist, ...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1960s Kiki Hart Navy Blue Silk Chiffon Nude Illusion Belted Bow Ruffle Dress
1960s Kiki Hart Navy Blue Silk Chiffon Nude Illusion Belted Bow Ruffle Dress

1960s Kiki Hart Navy Blue Silk Chiffon Nude Illusion Belted Bow Ruffle Dress

By Kiki Hart

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic vintage 60s dress from hard to find designer KIKI HART! Beautiful navy blue silk chiffon, with impeccable demi-couture construction! High collar with a nude illusion dip front b...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Chic 1950s Pocket Watch Novelty Print Red White and Blue Silk 50s Shirt Dress
Chic 1950s Pocket Watch Novelty Print Red White and Blue Silk 50s Shirt Dress

Chic 1950s Pocket Watch Novelty Print Red White and Blue Silk 50s Shirt Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic vintage 1950s silk novelty pocket watch print silk fit n' flare nautical shirt dress! Features pocket watches printed throughout in red, white and navy blue. Buttons up the fron...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Kerrybrooke Red, White and Navy Blue Party in the Back Plaid Vintage Dress
1950s Kerrybrooke Red, White and Navy Blue Party in the Back Plaid Vintage Dress

1950s Kerrybrooke Red, White and Navy Blue Party in the Back Plaid Vintage Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Awesome 50 KERRYBROOKE red, white and blue plaid fit n'flare shirt dress! When I first discovered this dress, I thought the back was the front, until I saw the actual front. Cotton b...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

House of Lord's 1960s Blue Yellow Green Chic Pastel Vintage 60s Silk Shift Dress
House of Lord's 1960s Blue Yellow Green Chic Pastel Vintage 60s Silk Shift Dress

House of Lord's 1960s Blue Yellow Green Chic Pastel Vintage 60s Silk Shift Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s HOUSE OF LORD'S pastel blue, yellow and green floral print silk shift dress! Features a flattering Jackie O collar, with a fitted bodice and a shift skirt. Full metal zipp...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Chic Vintage 1980s Adolfo Navy Blue White Zig Zag Print Short Sleeve Knit Dress
Chic Vintage 1980s Adolfo Navy Blue White Zig Zag Print Short Sleeve Knit Dress

Chic Vintage 1980s Adolfo Navy Blue White Zig Zag Print Short Sleeve Knit Dress

By Adolfo at Saks Fifth Avenue, Adolfo

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic vintage 80s ADOLFO for SAKS 5TH AVENUE navy blue and white zig zag print short sleeve knit dress! Features a fitted bodice with lots of stretch and a forgiving skirt. Mock gold ...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Blue Floral Dress
Roberto Cavalli Blue Floral Dress

Roberto Cavalli Blue Floral Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Ardmore, PA

Roberto Cavalli Blue Floral Dress Size EU 44

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Emilio Pucci Blue Embroidered and Embellished Dress S
Emilio Pucci Blue Embroidered and Embellished Dress S

Emilio Pucci Blue Embroidered and Embellished Dress S

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Emilio Pucci Blue Embroidered Dress Mirror, ribbon and bead embellishments. Size tag removed. Approx US size S Stretchy fabric, Bust: 34" Waist: 28" Hip: 36" Length: 35" E...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Marc Jacobs Blue " Flowers & Birds " Trapeze Tent Dress
Marc Jacobs Blue " Flowers & Birds " Trapeze Tent Dress

Marc Jacobs Blue " Flowers & Birds " Trapeze Tent Dress

By Marc Jacobs

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful Marc Jacobs trapeze/tent dress! Vibrant blue color, with prints of flowers, leaves, and birds. Flattering bust, with a forgiving waistline. 100% Silk. In great condition. M...

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

1960s Teal Blue Floral Three Quarter Sleeve Dress
1960s Teal Blue Floral Three Quarter Sleeve Dress

1960s Teal Blue Floral Three Quarter Sleeve Dress

Located in London, GB

Superb example of an early 1960s day dress but could just as easily be worn in more formal settings or as a cocktail dress.

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1960s British Cocktail Dresses

Early 1980’s Franco Moschino Midnight Blue and White Ruffle Cocktail Dress
Early 1980’s Franco Moschino Midnight Blue and White Ruffle Cocktail Dress

Early 1980’s Franco Moschino Midnight Blue and White Ruffle Cocktail Dress

By Franco Moschino

Located in Sheffield, GB

The earliest of France Moschino labels we have ever come across ! We believe this dress to be a very Rare 1980’s example of early Franco Moschino. The dress is crafted in a midnight ...

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1980s Italian Shift Cocktail Dresses

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Blue Cocktail Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of blue cocktail dresses for sale on 1stDibs. Our collection of blue cocktail dresses includes a variety of colors, spanning Blue, Black, Purple and more. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many classic iterations of blue cocktail dresses over the years, but those made by Oscar De La Renta, Christian Dior and Alexander McQueen are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

How Much are Blue Cocktail Dresses?

On average, blue cocktail dresses on 1stDibs sell for $797, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $19,500 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Evening Dresses And Gowns for You

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.

Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

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