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Cargo Skirt

Balenciaga By Ghesquiere Black Cargo Skirt 2002
Balenciaga By Ghesquiere Black Cargo Skirt 2002

Balenciaga By Ghesquiere Black Cargo Skirt 2002

By Balenciaga

Located in Los Angeles, CA

cargo skirt featuring a high structured waistband, brass snaps, belt loops, a pencil style silhouette

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Early 2000s French Skirts

Gucci by Frida Giannini S/S 2009 Black Belted Cargo Skirt
Gucci by Frida Giannini S/S 2009 Black Belted Cargo Skirt

Gucci by Frida Giannini S/S 2009 Black Belted Cargo Skirt

By Frida Giannini, Gucci

Located in Caserta, IT

- Designed by Frida Giannini - Spring Summer 2009 - Black Belted Cargo Skirt - Chain Black Belt

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Early 2000s Italian A-Line Skirts

S/S 2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Logo Quilted Olive Green Cargo Skirt
S/S 2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Logo Quilted Olive Green Cargo Skirt

S/S 2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Logo Quilted Olive Green Cargo Skirt

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From Christian Dior’s Spring/Summer 2005 collection by John Galliano, this olive green cargo skirt

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Early 2000s French Skirts

PREEN mixed green khaki camo patchwork ruffled deconstructed cargo skirt XS
PREEN mixed green khaki camo patchwork ruffled deconstructed cargo skirt XS

PREEN mixed green khaki camo patchwork ruffled deconstructed cargo skirt XS

By Preen By Thornton Bregazzi, Preen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

PREEN mixed green khaki camo patchwork ruffled deconstructed cargo skirt XS Reference: AAWC/A00324

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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian A-Line Skirts

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S Runway Purple Satin Cargo Skirt, New/Old, 2001
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S Runway Purple Satin Cargo Skirt, New/Old, 2001

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S Runway Purple Satin Cargo Skirt, New/Old, 2001

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Anouck Lepère on the catwalk. This striking satin skirt features a large cargo pocket on the front and a

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21st Century and Contemporary Skirts

BALMAIN light blue white checked cotton tweed cargo pocket skirt FR34 XS
BALMAIN light blue white checked cotton tweed cargo pocket skirt FR34 XS

BALMAIN light blue white checked cotton tweed cargo pocket skirt FR34 XS

By Balmain

Located in Hong Kong, NT

BALMAIN light blue white checked cotton tweed cargo pocket skirt FR34 XS Reference: AAWC/A01459

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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Skirts

S/S2003 Dolce & Gabbana multi pocket cargo military skirt
S/S2003 Dolce & Gabbana multi pocket cargo military skirt

S/S2003 Dolce & Gabbana multi pocket cargo military skirt

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Milano, Lombardia

S/S 2003 Dolce & Gabbana multi-pocket cargo military skirt This Dolce & Gabbana skirt from the

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Early 2000s Ruffled Skirts

S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Purple Satin Cargo Pocket Pencil Skirt
S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Purple Satin Cargo Pocket Pencil Skirt

S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Purple Satin Cargo Pocket Pencil Skirt

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a vibrant purple silk satin Gucci skirt, designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer

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Early 2000s Italian Pencil Skirts

THE ATTICO blue washed denim multi pocket cargo midi skirt 24"
THE ATTICO blue washed denim multi pocket cargo midi skirt 24"

THE ATTICO blue washed denim multi pocket cargo midi skirt 24"

Located in Hong Kong, NT

THE ATTICO blue washed denim multi pocket cargo midi skirt 24" Reference: AAWC/A01339 Brand: The

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian A-Line Skirts

THE ATTICO Fay black washed denim pocketed cargo mini skirt 26"
THE ATTICO Fay black washed denim pocketed cargo mini skirt 26"

THE ATTICO Fay black washed denim pocketed cargo mini skirt 26"

Located in Hong Kong, NT

THE ATTICO Fay black washed denim pocketed cargo mini skirt 26" Reference: AAWC/A01340 Brand: The

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian A-Line Skirts

DSQUARED2 2020 dark green oversized cargo pocket mini skirt IT36 XXS
DSQUARED2 2020 dark green oversized cargo pocket mini skirt IT36 XXS

DSQUARED2 2020 dark green oversized cargo pocket mini skirt IT36 XXS

By Dsquared2

Located in Hong Kong, NT

DSQUARED2 2020 dark green oversized cargo pocket mini skirt IT36 XXS Reference: AAWC/A00307 Brand

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian A-Line Skirts

S/S 2003 Valentino Garavani Runway Black Raw Silk Cargo Pocket Maxi Skirt
S/S 2003 Valentino Garavani Runway Black Raw Silk Cargo Pocket Maxi Skirt

S/S 2003 Valentino Garavani Runway Black Raw Silk Cargo Pocket Maxi Skirt

By Valentino Garavani, Valentino

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From Valentino Garavani’s Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this black raw silk maxi skirt features

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Early 2000s Italian A-Line Skirts

THE ATTICO Fay black cotton multi cargo pocket low rise mini skirt 25"
THE ATTICO Fay black cotton multi cargo pocket low rise mini skirt 25"

THE ATTICO Fay black cotton multi cargo pocket low rise mini skirt 25"

Located in Hong Kong, NT

THE ATTICO Fay black cotton multi cargo pocket low rise mini skirt 25" Reference: AAWC/A01574 Brand

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian A-Line Skirts

BALENCIAGA Demna 2021 Cargo Kick blue denim low waist logo midi skirt FR38 M
BALENCIAGA Demna 2021 Cargo Kick blue denim low waist logo midi skirt FR38 M

BALENCIAGA Demna 2021 Cargo Kick blue denim low waist logo midi skirt FR38 M

By Balenciaga

Located in Hong Kong, NT

BALENCIAGA Demna 2021 Cargo Kick blue denim low waist logo midi skirt FR38 M Reference: TGAS/E00019

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese A-Line Skirts

Chanel Vintage 90s Floral Diamond Quilted CC Logo Skirt 40 Pink White Cargo Pant
Chanel Vintage 90s Floral Diamond Quilted CC Logo Skirt 40 Pink White Cargo Pant

Chanel Vintage 90s Floral Diamond Quilted CC Logo Skirt 40 Pink White Cargo Pant

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

waistband, zip closure, and velcro straps - From the 1995 Cruise collection Condition: The skirt

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21st Century and Contemporary French A-Line Skirts

Valentino Brown Ivory Gingham Wool Bubble Hem Avant Garde Skirt w/ Pockets
Valentino Brown Ivory Gingham Wool Bubble Hem Avant Garde Skirt w/ Pockets

Valentino Brown Ivory Gingham Wool Bubble Hem Avant Garde Skirt w/ Pockets

By Valentino

Located in San Diego, CA

Spectacular early 2000s VALENTINO brown and ivory gingham wool bubble hem skirt! Features two cargo

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bubble Skirts

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Runway Spring Summer 2002 Size 40 / 8 Brown Set
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Runway Spring Summer 2002 Size 40 / 8 Brown Set

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Runway Spring Summer 2002 Size 40 / 8 Brown Set

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in San Diego, CA

Runway silk and mesh military inspired cargo vest blouse and skirt ! The perfect alternative to a dress

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Early 2000s French Skirt Suits

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Gucci S/S 2001 black cargo balloon skirt
Gucci S/S 2001 black cargo balloon skirt

Gucci S/S 2001 black cargo balloon skirt

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Rome, IT

balloon skirt - Front maxi pocket - Side zipper - Size: it 38 - 55% silk 45% cotton

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Early 2000s Italian Skirts

Yohji Yamamoto Cargo Skirt
Yohji Yamamoto Cargo Skirt

Yohji Yamamoto Cargo Skirt

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Double layered cargo skirt is khaki with longer black layer beneath, by Yohji Yamamoto. Buttoned

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Early 2000s Japanese Skirts

Junya Black Lace Cargo Skirt
Junya Black Lace Cargo Skirt

Junya Black Lace Cargo Skirt

By Junya Watanabe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Junya Watanabe black below the knee skirt featuring lace paneling throughout.

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Skirts

Undercover Mini Skirt
Undercover Mini Skirt

Undercover Mini Skirt

By Undercover

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

This vintage mini cargo skirt comes in a vibrant orange and stone brushed-cotton with the added

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1990s Japanese Skirts

Dolce & Gabbana Linen Wrap Skirt Cargo Style
Dolce & Gabbana Linen Wrap Skirt Cargo Style

Dolce & Gabbana Linen Wrap Skirt Cargo Style

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in US

Dolce & Gabbana skirt is featured in a olive green color in linen with a wrap fastening and patch

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Skirts

CHLOE Green Lamb Leather Cargo Pocket Knee Length Pencil Skirt
CHLOE Green Lamb Leather Cargo Pocket Knee Length Pencil Skirt

CHLOE Green Lamb Leather Cargo Pocket Knee Length Pencil Skirt

By Chloé

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

Chloe utility skirt in soft army green colored lamb leather with extra large front double pockets

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21st Century and Contemporary French Skirts

SACAI 2020 military green camo sheer patchwork cargo belted skirt JP1 S
SACAI 2020 military green camo sheer patchwork cargo belted skirt JP1 S

SACAI 2020 military green camo sheer patchwork cargo belted skirt JP1 S

By Chitose Abe, Sacai

Located in Hong Kong, NT

SACAI 2020 military green camo sheer patchwork cargo belted skirt JP1 S Reference: LAYU/A00116

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese A-Line Skirts

DSQUARED2 2020 dark green oversized cargo pocket mini skirt IT36 XXS
DSQUARED2 2020 dark green oversized cargo pocket mini skirt IT36 XXS

DSQUARED2 2020 dark green oversized cargo pocket mini skirt IT36 XXS

By Dsquared2

Located in Hong Kong, NT

DSQUARED2 2020 dark green oversized cargo pocket mini skirt IT36 XXS Reference: AAWC/A00307 Brand

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian A-Line Skirts

S/S 2003 Dolce & Gabbana midi skirt with cargo military hunting pockets
S/S 2003 Dolce & Gabbana midi skirt with cargo military hunting pockets

S/S 2003 Dolce & Gabbana midi skirt with cargo military hunting pockets

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Milano, Lombardia

S/S 2003 Dolce & Gabbana midi skirt with big cargo pockets. Military inspired design. Composition

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Early 2000s Italian Wrap Skirts

TOM FORD army green cotton & linen CARGO POCKETS PENCIL Skirt 38 XS
TOM FORD army green cotton & linen CARGO POCKETS PENCIL Skirt 38 XS

TOM FORD army green cotton & linen CARGO POCKETS PENCIL Skirt 38 XS

By Tom Ford

Located in Zürich, CH

Tom Ford military-style skirt in olive green cotton (55%) linen (45%) with a straight cut, two flap

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pencil Skirts

Jean Paul Gaultier Olive Green Cargo Skirt
Jean Paul Gaultier Olive Green Cargo Skirt

Jean Paul Gaultier Olive Green Cargo Skirt

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Product Details: Skirt by Jean Paul Gaultier circa 2000s High waisted with belt Mini skirt with

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21st Century and Contemporary Skirts

Balmain Beige Cotton Cargo Pocket Detail Mini Skirt S
Balmain Beige Cotton Cargo Pocket Detail Mini Skirt S

Balmain Beige Cotton Cargo Pocket Detail Mini Skirt S

By Balmain

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Chic and comfortable, this mini skirt from Balmain will be a splendid pick for days of style. It is

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2010s Italian Skirts

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquire pleated cargo mini skirt.
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquire pleated cargo mini skirt.

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquire pleated cargo mini skirt.

Located in Berlin, DE

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquire pleated cargo mini skirt with side belt buckle, large side pocket

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20th Century French Pleated Skirts

F/W 1998 Gucci Runway Safari Cargo Long Black Skirt
F/W 1998 Gucci Runway Safari Cargo Long Black Skirt

F/W 1998 Gucci Runway Safari Cargo Long Black Skirt

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Yukon, OK

DESIGNER: F/W 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Good- No holes or stains FABRIC: Wool unlined COUNTRY MADE: Italy SIZE:...

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1990s Italian Pencil Skirts

Lanvin Cargo Pocket Perfume Bottle Brocade Puffball Skirt
Lanvin Cargo Pocket Perfume Bottle Brocade Puffball Skirt

Lanvin Cargo Pocket Perfume Bottle Brocade Puffball Skirt

By Alber Elbaz

Located in London, GB

A brand new and unworn Spring/Summer 2016 Lanvin puff-ball skirt. It is made from a champagne and

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2010s French Skirts

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Versace White sequins and beads couture Bridal Dress

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Alexander McQueen A/W 2005 "The Man Who Knew Too Much" Leopard Fur Jacket Skirt

Alexander McQueen A/W 2005 "The Man Who Knew Too Much" Leopard Fur Jacket Skirt

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

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2000s Thierry Mugler Couture Black Plunging Cut Out Short Romper

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By Thierry Mugler

Located in West Hollywood, CA

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By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Lizard Encrusted Artisan Clutch c 1970s

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Located in University City, MO

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Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit

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By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Water Mill, NY

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UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Switzerland, CH

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By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

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Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top

Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top

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Located in San Diego, CA

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NWT Vintage Bob Mackie Size 8 Black and White Color Block Sleeveless Gown Dress

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By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

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By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

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UNWORN  Iconic Chanel 1996 Golden Metallic 3D Structured Jacket Blazer 36

UNWORN Iconic Chanel 1996 Golden Metallic 3D Structured Jacket Blazer 36

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Switzerland, CH

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Cargo Skirt For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary cargo skirt you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Gray and more. Finding the perfect cargo skirt may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Donatella Versace, Gucci and Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular. Finding a cargo skirt for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Cargo Skirt?

The price for a cargo skirt starts at $300 and tops out at $42,999, and on average, selling for $672.

Finding the Right Skirts for You

For everyday casual wear, elevating your look at the office or making a dramatic entrance at a formal event, authentic designer and vintage skirts are reliably versatile garments.

Skirts have been around for thousands of years. A woman’s straw skirt found in an Armenian cave is believed to have been handwoven in 3,900 B.C., and long, full skirts were worn by men and women in Ancient Egypt and Ancient Mesopotamia. Over time, the hemlines might have changed significantly but the skirt’s integral role in fashion has remained in place.

By the early 1900s, skirt hemlines had crept up slightly to ankle-length height from the densely layered floor-length style that dominated the Victorian era — a radical shift. As women in the United States began to live more active lives during the 1920s, designers such as Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel sought to free them from the long skirts and other constrictions that persevered in fashion by ​​introducing her first little black dress. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed.

Advancements in swimwear during the 1920s and 1930s also reflected a climbing hemline. Visionary designers such as Elsa Schiaparelli eventually pushed the boundaries of modesty with her backless suit, but women still wore long garments in public. Also during the so-called Roaring ’20s, short flapper dresses that fell at the knees and boasted a free-flowing sack-like silhouette, as well as chic beaded evening gowns and floral day dresses, paired fabulously with the dazzling jewelry of the era. This proved to be just a fleeting deviation from prevailing social convention, however. Skirts grew longer again in the 1930s, even if bows and other embellishments were added. As women entered the workforce in large numbers, clean lines accentuated curves and flared slightly where the material resolved at the ankles.

After World War II, France earned recognition as the center of fashion design for women. It was the golden age of haute couture, and women, quick to dispense of the drab utilitarian wartime garb that hung in their closets, pined for luxurious, elegant skirts designed by Christian Dior, Chanel, Givenchy and others, which were splashed across the pages of Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar in richly colored photographs shot by the likes of Richard Avedon and David Bailey. The 1960s introduced narrow pencil skirts and provocative minis emblazoned with geometrically dazzling patterns or bright floral prints by designers such as Emilio Pucci, Pierre Cardin and Lilly Pulitzer. By the 1970s, women felt emboldened to wear different varieties of this all-purpose garment, exploring wraps, crushed velvet maxis and other styles crafted by Halston, ​​André Courrèges, Yves Saint Laurent and others.

On 1stDibs, find a wide range of designer and vintage skirts for any gender by Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Alexander McQueen and more. Whether it’s a skirt that can be altered to suit a specific style or an addition that’s ready to join your cherished collection, find exactly what you’re looking for today.

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