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Brown Leather Dresses

Brown leather dress with short-sleeves CHANEL
Brown leather dress with short-sleeves CHANEL

Brown leather dress with short-sleeves CHANEL

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Brown leather dress with short-sleeves. No lining.

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Early 2000s French Day Dresses

Iconic 90s Gianni Versace Brown Leather Dress
Iconic 90s Gianni Versace Brown Leather Dress

Iconic 90s Gianni Versace Brown Leather Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage iconic 90s Gianni Versace brown leather dress. - Featuring four pockets with signature medusa buttons

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Brown leather dress with laser cut bottom edge and top EMILIO PUCCI
Brown leather dress with laser cut bottom edge and top EMILIO PUCCI

Brown leather dress with laser cut bottom edge and top EMILIO PUCCI

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Brown leather dress with laser cut bottom edge and top with studs and eyelet embellishment .Branded Lining composition: 100% rayon .

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Versace Brown Leather Jumper Dress
Vintage Versace Brown Leather Jumper Dress

Vintage Versace Brown Leather Jumper Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Versace dark oxblood brown leather jumper dress with four cargo pockets at front and back zipper closure.

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Late 20th Century Italian Day Dresses

Leather dress with abstract pattern  Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather
Leather dress with abstract pattern  Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather

Leather dress with abstract pattern Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather

By Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Leather dress with abstract pattern and zip middle front. Large shoulder-pads. Cut-work. Rayon lining. SIZE S

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1980s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

Gianfranco Ferre Brown Jersey Dress With Leather Cuffs
Gianfranco Ferre Brown Jersey Dress With Leather Cuffs

Gianfranco Ferre Brown Jersey Dress With Leather Cuffs

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Gianfranco Ferre brown jersey dress featuring decorative gold buttons, large leather cuffs with fringe, front placket, and folding ...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Mid 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Brown Leather Sleeveless Mini Dress
Mid 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Brown Leather Sleeveless Mini Dress

Mid 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Brown Leather Sleeveless Mini Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Dolce & Gabbana dress from the mid-1990s is crafted in supple brown leather and cut to a minimalist, body-skimming silhouette.

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1990s Italian Mini Dresses

LOEWE black crepe brown anagram leather gathered side dress XS
LOEWE black crepe brown anagram leather gathered side dress XS

LOEWE black crepe brown anagram leather gathered side dress XS

By J W Anderson, Loewe

Located in Hong Kong, NT

LOEWE black crepe brown anagram leather gathered side dress XS Reference: YIKK/A00241 Brand: Loewe Designer: JW Anderson Material: Crepe Color: Black, Brown Pattern: Solid Closure: S...

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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Casual Dresses

Vintage Escada by Margaretha Ley 1990s Saddle Brown Suede Leather Jacket Dress
Vintage Escada by Margaretha Ley 1990s Saddle Brown Suede Leather Jacket Dress

Vintage Escada by Margaretha Ley 1990s Saddle Brown Suede Leather Jacket Dress

By Escada Margaretha Ley, Escada

Located in San Diego, CA

Classic vintage 90s ESCADA by MARGARETHA LEY saddle brown color suede leather jacket dress! The perfect color that matches everything.

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1990s German Casual Dresses

UNWORN Gianni Versace Couture 2001 Rare Cognac Brown Leather Evening Dress 40
UNWORN Gianni Versace Couture 2001 Rare Cognac Brown Leather Evening Dress 40

UNWORN Gianni Versace Couture 2001 Rare Cognac Brown Leather Evening Dress 40

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Switzerland, CH

HOT HOT HOT GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE AS SHOWN ON THE RUNWAY SHOW AND AD CAMPAIGN SOLD OUT IMMEDIATELY Impossible to find! A true gem! This is a very rare and out-of-the-ordinary gow...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

A vintage Brown lambskin Mini-Dress Circa 1975
A vintage Brown lambskin Mini-Dress Circa 1975

A vintage Brown lambskin Mini-Dress Circa 1975

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1975 Europe Brown lamb leather tunic mini-dress by Rollanfer, dating from the 1970s.

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1970s French Mini Dresses

Gianni Versace Silk Jersey Dress with Leather Waist A/W 2001
Gianni Versace Silk Jersey Dress with Leather Waist A/W 2001

Gianni Versace Silk Jersey Dress with Leather Waist A/W 2001

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Water Mill, NY

A stunning silk jersey dress from Gianni Versace Couture in a gorgeous caramel tan color. It has a plunging neckline and a wide matching leather inset waist. The skirt is straight, t...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Black and Brown Sequin and Leather Applique Dress - M
Oscar de la Renta Black and Brown Sequin and Leather Applique Dress - M

Oscar de la Renta Black and Brown Sequin and Leather Applique Dress - M

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This stunning Oscar de la Renta dress has no sleeve, square neckline, and a nude shell with an ornate overlay. The top of the dress is fitted and has a drop waist, and the skirt sect...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Ted Lapidus Boho Silk and Leather Dress
1970s Ted Lapidus Boho Silk and Leather Dress

1970s Ted Lapidus Boho Silk and Leather Dress

By Ted Lapidus

Located in London, GB

Original 1970s Ted Lapidus boho shirtwaister dress. A wonderful creation by this revered designer who began his long fashion career at the House of Dior in 1951. This couture labelle...

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1970s French Informal Dresses

Vintage 1980’s Callaghan wool jersey dress with corduroy detail & leather belt
Vintage 1980’s Callaghan wool jersey dress with corduroy detail & leather belt

Vintage 1980’s Callaghan wool jersey dress with corduroy detail & leather belt

By CALLAGHAN

Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU

This beautiful, vintage early 1980's Callaghan wool jersey dress with unique corduroy detail to the cuffs and bind on the raglan sleeve is designed by Gianni Versace when he was work...

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1980s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

MAX MARA Avola brown cotton poplin one shoulder leather trim jumpsuit IT36 XXS
MAX MARA Avola brown cotton poplin one shoulder leather trim jumpsuit IT36 XXS

MAX MARA Avola brown cotton poplin one shoulder leather trim jumpsuit IT36 XXS

By MaxMara

Located in Hong Kong, NT

MAX MARA Avola brown cotton poplin one shoulder leather trim jumpsuit IT36 XXS Reference: SNKO/A00480 Brand: Max Mara Model: Avola Material: Cotton Color: Brown Pattern: Solid Closur...

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2010s Italian Casual Dresses

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo olive green leather red cream trim mod dress FR38 M
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo olive green leather red cream trim mod dress FR38 M

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo olive green leather red cream trim mod dress FR38 M

By Celine

Located in Hong Kong, NT

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo olive green leather red cream trim mod dress FR38 M Reference: NILI/A00031 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Leather Color: Green, Red Pattern: S...

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2010s Italian Casual Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Resort 2011 Two Tone Khaki Twill & Leather Safari Style Dress
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2011 Two Tone Khaki Twill & Leather Safari Style Dress

Oscar de la Renta Resort 2011 Two Tone Khaki Twill & Leather Safari Style Dress

By Oscar de la Renta Active

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Oscar de la Renta Resort 2011 two tone khaki twill & leather safari style dress. Pale tan khaki dress with army green pocket flaps & facings. Sleeveless dress has a notched lapel col...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Casual Dresses

Gianni Versace burgundy lambskin leather shealth
Gianni Versace burgundy lambskin leather shealth

Gianni Versace burgundy lambskin leather shealth

By Gianni Versace

Located in New York, NY

Gianni Versace Burgundy lambskin shealth is fully lined in silk of the same hue. The bodice is detailed with rows of top-stitching. The bodice top stitching measures 10" in front, an...

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1990s Italian Sheath Dresses

Torso Creations Macrame Leather Fringe "Dream Catcher" W/ Delicate Lace Trim
Torso Creations Macrame Leather Fringe "Dream Catcher" W/ Delicate Lace Trim

Torso Creations Macrame Leather Fringe "Dream Catcher" W/ Delicate Lace Trim

By Torso Creations

Located in Gresham, OR

Torso Creations "Dream Catcher" dress in off-white sheer chiffon, in a Dolman silhouette and tapered hem with scalloped rows of tiny ecru lace ruffles throughout. Shoulders, necklin...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Casual Dresses

Gianni Versace Couture Fall 2001 Black Silk Chiffon Tan Leather Belted Gown
Gianni Versace Couture Fall 2001 Black Silk Chiffon Tan Leather Belted Gown

Gianni Versace Couture Fall 2001 Black Silk Chiffon Tan Leather Belted Gown

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in San Diego, CA

In great condition Gucci by Tom Ford python bag is also available separately Made in Italy Marked Size 38 Model in video is US Size 6, 5’8 feet tall Measurements: ( lots of stretch)...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

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Chanel Dark Brown Short Sleeve Leather Dress
Chanel Dark Brown Short Sleeve Leather Dress

Chanel Dark Brown Short Sleeve Leather Dress

By Chanel

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Chanel dark brown short sleeve leather dress/coat. This unlined body hugging leather dress with button front and two flap breast pockets, combines Chanel’s signature butter soft lamb...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Junya Watanabe Brown Leather Sleeveless Asymmetric Dress 2011
Junya Watanabe Brown Leather Sleeveless Asymmetric Dress 2011

Junya Watanabe Brown Leather Sleeveless Asymmetric Dress 2011

By Junya Watanabe

Located in London, GB

The entire collection was an homage and a twist on the classic biker jacket, with various iterations of leather outerwear and clothing. This dress is made from 100% cowhide in a warm...

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2010s Japanese Day Dresses

Brown Vintage Belted Suede Leather Dress Ve-Bo 1970s
Brown Vintage Belted Suede Leather Dress Ve-Bo 1970s

Brown Vintage Belted Suede Leather Dress Ve-Bo 1970s

Located in Vienna, AT

This suberb nutmeg colored suede leather dress by Ve-Bo was designed and made in the 1970s. Additionally the suede leather dress features a loose belt which is combined with leather ...

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Late 20th Century Casual Dresses

80s Michael Hoban North Beach Leather Pink Zip Up Dress
80s Michael Hoban North Beach Leather Pink Zip Up Dress

80s Michael Hoban North Beach Leather Pink Zip Up Dress

By Michael Hoban

Located in San Francisco, CA

80s Michael Hoban North Beach Leather Pink Zip Up Dress. Double zipper head closure allows for adjustability.

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1980s Casual Dresses

1970's North Beach Leather Perforated Fringe Dress
1970's North Beach Leather Perforated Fringe Dress

1970's North Beach Leather Perforated Fringe Dress

By North Beach Leather

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Spectacular early 1970's North Beach Leather Dress entirely hand-crafted with butter-soft perforated leather suede. The dress is meticulous detailed with silver trim that accents the...

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1970s American Mini Dresses

Brown leather patch pockets dress
Brown leather patch pockets dress

Brown leather patch pockets dress

Located in New York, NY

Front: 31 1/4"
Back: 34 1/4"
Shoulder strap: 2"
Underarm-to-underarm circumference: 37"
Center zipper: 22 1/2"
Waist: 32"

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1970s Sheath Dresses

Burberry Brit Brown Woven Knit & Leather Dress
Burberry Brit Brown Woven Knit & Leather Dress

Burberry Brit Brown Woven Knit & Leather Dress

By Burberry

Located in Oakland, CA

Classic Burberry Brit dress. Woven brown and black blended fuzzy knit.

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21st Century and Contemporary Bulgarian Day Dresses

POLO RALPH LAUREN brown leather MIDI Dress 0 XXS
POLO RALPH LAUREN brown leather MIDI Dress 0 XXS

POLO RALPH LAUREN brown leather MIDI Dress 0 XXS

By Polo Ralph Lauren

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Polo Ralph Lauren sleeveless dress in brown lamb leather (100%). Features a flared a-line fit, two slit pockets on the sides and a buckle fasting at the shoulder.

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2010s Casual Dresses

PRADA dark brown suede leather Sleeveless MINI Dress 40
PRADA dark brown suede leather Sleeveless MINI Dress 40

PRADA dark brown suede leather Sleeveless MINI Dress 40

By Prada

Located in Zürich, CH

Prada sleeveless knee-length tunic dress in dark brown goat skin suede (100%). Opens with zipper in the back with leg slits on the sides. Has been worn and is in excellent condition....

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Casual Dresses

Yohji Yamamoto brown leather patchwork maxi dress, fw 2000
Yohji Yamamoto brown leather patchwork maxi dress, fw 2000

Yohji Yamamoto brown leather patchwork maxi dress, fw 2000

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in London, GB

▪ Yohji Yamamoto brown leather patchwork maxi dress ▪ Herringbone topstitch ▪ Raw edges ▪ Asymmetric sleeves and hemline ▪ Concealed zipper at centre-back ▪ Size JP 2 - EU Mediu...

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Early 2000s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

MIU MIU 2008 vintage brown leather puff sleeve button front mini dress IT38 XS
MIU MIU 2008 vintage brown leather puff sleeve button front mini dress IT38 XS

MIU MIU 2008 vintage brown leather puff sleeve button front mini dress IT38 XS

By Miu Miu

Located in Hong Kong, NT

MIU MIU 2008 vintage brown leather puff sleeve button front mini dress IT38 XS Reference: CELG/A00061 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: 2008 Material: Leather ...

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2010s Mini Dresses

1970s Gucci Monogrammed Logo Tunic Dress w/Leather Trim
1970s Gucci Monogrammed Logo Tunic Dress w/Leather Trim

1970s Gucci Monogrammed Logo Tunic Dress w/Leather Trim

By Gucci

Located in Studio City, CA

1970s Gucci monogrammed canvas tunic dress in a camel color with light brown GG logo.

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

A Brown lambskin Mini-Dress Circa 1975
A Brown lambskin Mini-Dress Circa 1975

A Brown lambskin Mini-Dress Circa 1975

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Size: Equivalent to French size 39

A Brown lambskin Mini-Dress Circa 1975

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1975 Europe Brown lamb leather tunic mini-dress by Rollanfer, dating from the 1970s.

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1970s European Mini Dresses

1970's GUCCI monogramed canvas tunic dress with leather trim
1970's GUCCI monogramed canvas tunic dress with leather trim

1970's GUCCI monogramed canvas tunic dress with leather trim

By Gucci

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare tan monogrammed canvas dress trimmed with leather and detailed silver-gilt horseshoe hardware from Gucci dating to the 1970's. Each horseshoe stamped Gucci 800. Dress label...

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano Leather Corset Dress S/S 2000
Christian Dior by John Galliano Leather Corset Dress S/S 2000

Christian Dior by John Galliano Leather Corset Dress S/S 2000

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Norwich, GB

Christian Dior deconstructed tan leather dress from the Spring/Summer 2000 collection, designed by John Galliano. As seen on the runway. Corset style lace up detail to the front. Co...

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Early 2000s French Day Dresses

GUCCI $4000 Runway Leather Dress Copper Leather Shoulder Front Fur 42  8 nwt
GUCCI $4000 Runway Leather Dress Copper Leather Shoulder Front Fur 42  8 nwt

GUCCI $4000 Runway Leather Dress Copper Leather Shoulder Front Fur 42 8 nwt

By Gucci

Located in Miami, FL

Just beneath a 6" wide brown fur yoke on the front of the dress. Very soft chocolate brown sleeveless shift style dress.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

LORO PIANA taupe leather SHORT SLEEVE SHIRT Dress 38 XS
LORO PIANA taupe leather SHORT SLEEVE SHIRT Dress 38 XS

LORO PIANA taupe leather SHORT SLEEVE SHIRT Dress 38 XS

By Loro Piana

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Loro Piana shirt-dress in taupe leather with 3/4 sleeves. Opens with buttons on the front. Unlined. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Measurements Tag Size...

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2010s Shift Dresses

S/S2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano runway leather alter dress
S/S2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano runway leather alter dress

S/S2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano runway leather alter dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Milano, Lombardia

S/S2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano runway leather dress This S/S2000 Dior by Galliano runway leather dress is a rare archival piece defined by sculptural draping, asymmetry and...

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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

YVES SAINT LAURENT Size 6 Tan Leather Cap Sleeves Shift Dress
YVES SAINT LAURENT Size 6 Tan Leather Cap Sleeves Shift Dress

YVES SAINT LAURENT Size 6 Tan Leather Cap Sleeves Shift Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Francisco, CA

YVES SAINT LAURENT dress comes in a tan leather with a full liner featuring a shift style, cap sleeves, top stitching, and a back zip up closure. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-Owned...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

runway BALENCIAGA GHESQUIERE AW12 black satin bustier red leather dress UK8 US4
runway BALENCIAGA GHESQUIERE AW12 black satin bustier red leather dress UK8 US4

runway BALENCIAGA GHESQUIERE AW12 black satin bustier red leather dress UK8 US4

By Balenciaga

Located in Hong Kong, NT

runway BALENCIAGA GHESQUIERE AW12 black satin bustier red leather dress UK8 US4 BALENCIAGA by NICHOLAS GHESQUERE AS SEEN ON: FALL WINTER 2012 RUNWAY AND CAMPAIGN AS SEEN ON: LARA ST...

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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

F/W 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Leather Trimmed Watercolor Chiffon Dress
F/W 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Leather Trimmed Watercolor Chiffon Dress

F/W 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Leather Trimmed Watercolor Chiffon Dress

By Gianni Versace Couture, Donatella Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

TheRealList presents: a bright water-colored chiffon Gianni Versace Couture dress, designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 2001 collection, this dress debuted on the runw...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

VERSACE '01 leather accent runway dress
VERSACE '01 leather accent runway dress

VERSACE '01 leather accent runway dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Leonardo, NJ

NWTS Gianni Versace 2001 Fall/Winter runway collection dress. Fits like a true Small. Black soft flowy silk and camel brown leather make this dress stand out from the rest.

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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo olive green leather red cream trim mod dress FR38 M
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo olive green leather red cream trim mod dress FR38 M

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo olive green leather red cream trim mod dress FR38 M

By Celine

Located in Hong Kong, NT

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo olive green leather red cream trim mod dress FR38 M Reference: NILI/A00031 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Leather Color: Green, Red Pattern: S...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Casual Dresses

Iconic and rare 1994 Gianni Versace Leather dress
Iconic and rare 1994 Gianni Versace Leather dress

Iconic and rare 1994 Gianni Versace Leather dress

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Size: 40/ fit US size 4 (modern)

Iconic and rare 1994 Gianni Versace Leather dress

By Versace, Gianni Versace

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1994 Gianni Versace leather dress as seen in the picture attached. ( Linda Evangelista) The top part is more gold than the skirt area but it is not discoloration. The skirt area app...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

STELLA MCCARTNEY beige cotton safari brown faux leather wrap belt IT42 M
STELLA MCCARTNEY beige cotton safari brown faux leather wrap belt IT42 M

STELLA MCCARTNEY beige cotton safari brown faux leather wrap belt IT42 M

By Stella McCartney

Located in Hong Kong, NT

STELLA MCCARTNEY beige cotton safari brown faux leather wrap belt IT42 M Brand: Stella McCartney Extra Detail: Beige tan brown cotton. Safari patched pockets and shoulder epaulette d...

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2010s Casual Dresses

Anne Klein Leather Jumper, 1970s
Anne Klein Leather Jumper, 1970s

Anne Klein Leather Jumper, 1970s

By Anne Klein

Located in Austin, TX

1970s Anne Klein brown leather jumper dress with small pocket and buttons at neckline.

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1970s American Day Dresses

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Brown Leather Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of brown leather dresses for sale on 1stDibs. For brown leather dresses, brown is a pretty popular color, but we also have black, gray and more in stock now. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Brown leather dresses such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Gianni Versace, Bonnie Cashin for Sills and Bonnie Cashin are consistently popular. 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 Brown Leather Dresses?

The prices for brown leather dresses start at $85 and top out at $10,349 with these items, on average, selling for $975.

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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