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1940S Black Rayon Crepe Dietrich Style Fringed Bodice Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
. 1940S Black Rayon Crepe Dietrich Style Fringed Bodice Cocktail Dress
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

1980S YVES SAINT LAURENT Style Black Polyester Jersey Draped Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1980S YVES SAINT LAURENT Style Black Polyester Jersey Draped Cocktail Dress
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1980s Cocktail Dresses

1980S Silk Crepe Back Satin 60S Style Bow Front Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
Crepe Back Satin 60S Style Bow Front Cocktail Dress
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1980s Cocktail Dresses

1980S THIERRY MUGLER Black Silk & Wool Tuxedo Styled Cocktail Dress With Vinyl
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
1980S THIERRY MUGLER Black Silk & Wool Tuxedo Styled Cocktail Dress With Vinyl Collar
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1980s Cocktail Dresses

2000S DRIES VAN NOTEN Black Silk & Beaded Lace 20S Style Cocktail Dress
By Dries van Noten
Located in New York, NY
2000S DRIES VAN NOTEN Black Silk & Beaded Lace 20S Style Cocktail Dress
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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

CHANEL Fall 2012 Runway 12A Metallic Strapless Dress Blue Geometric 38 US 6
By Chanel
Located in Sanford, FL
. Shimmering blue silk lamé fabric is featured in a striking geometric pattern. Strapless cocktail style dress
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mini Dress

MOSCHINO Size 8 Black Rayon Empire Waist Cocktail Dress
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
MOSCHINO cocktail dress comes in a black rayon / acetate featuring a empire waist style, braided
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

MOSCHINO Size 8 Fuchsia Polyester Empire Waist Cocktail Dress
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
MOSCHINO cocktail dress comes in a fuchsia polyester featuring an empire waist, v-neck, front bow
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

GIORGIO ARMANI Size 10 Black Viscose Blend Cocktail Dress
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIORGIO ARMANI cocktail dress comes in a black viscose blend with a purple liner featuring a shift
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

ETRO Size 6 Black Cotton Blend Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Etro
Located in San Francisco, CA
ETRO cocktail dress comes in a black satin cotton blend featuring a v-neck, sleeveless, a-line
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

2000s Roberto Cavalli Black Grecian Style Cocktail Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Sexy Roberto Cavalli black cocktail dress from the mid 2000s. The front features a braided bodice
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1950's Vintage Kelly Green Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning 1950's Vintage Kelly Green Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress is the perfect way to turn
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Grey bustier dress lingerie style Galliano
By John Galliano
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey bustier dress lingerie style. No fabric composition tag but probably polyester or rayon. Zip
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Early 2000s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

CHRISTIAN LACROIX Size 4 Beige Embroidered Silk Cocktail Shift Dress
By Christian Lacroix
Located in San Francisco, CA
CHRISTIAN LACROIX cocktail dress comes in a beige silk featuring a shift style, embroidered details
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

VALENTINO Size 6 Black Acetate / Silk Sleeveless Sheath Cocktail Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO cocktail dress comes in a black acetate / silk featuring a sheath style, self belt detail
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

NAEEM KHAN Size M Orange Silver Geometric Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in San Francisco, CA
NAEEM KHAN cocktail dress comes in a orange & silver geometric sequin material featuring a
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI Size 6 Black Pleated Cotton / Silk Cocktail Dress
By Giambattista Valli
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIAMBATTISTA VALLI strapless dress comes in a black pleated cotton / silk featuring a cocktail
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

LA PERLA Size 6 Black Rayon & Spandex Crochet Cocktail Dress
By La Perla
Located in San Francisco, CA
LA PERLA cocktail dress comes in a black rayon and spandex featuring a ruched bottom and crochet
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

ALBERTA FERRETTI Size 2 Black Acetate Viscose Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in San Francisco, CA
ALBERTA FERRETTI cocktail dress comes in a black acetate / viscose featuring an a-line style
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

VALENTINO Size 6 Blush Wool Ruffled One Shoulder Cocktail Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO cocktail dress comes in a blush pink wool featuring a one shoulder design, ruffled detail
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

PORTS 1961 Size 4 Black, Gold & Silver Ruched Cocktail Dress
By Ports 1961
Located in San Francisco, CA
PORTS 1961 bodycon sleeveless, cocktail dress comes in black, gold and silver taffeta, full lined
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

SAINT LAURENT Size 4 White Viscose Strapless Cutout Cocktail Dress
By Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
SAINT LAURENT cocktail dress comes in a white viscose featuring a cutout front, strapless neckline
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

GIVENCHY Size XS Black Silver Polyester Rhinestones Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Givenchy
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIVENCHY2010 spring collection sleeveless cocktail dress comes in black polyester satin fabric with
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

AW17 Moschino Couture Transformers Dress Cocktail Gown by Jeremy Scott
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Palm Springs, CA
AW17 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Transformers Dress Cocktail Gown AllOverPrint Additional
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

DOLCE & GABBANA Size 4 Silver Silk Blend Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
Reference: 116361 Category: Cocktail Dress More Details Brand: DOLCE & GABBANA Size: 4 Color: Silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

1960 Spectacular Mr. Blackwell Custom Rhinestone Jeweled Black Cocktail Dress
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in Gresham, OR
1960 Spectacular Mr. Blackwell Custom Rhinestone Jeweled Cocktail Dress. Black wool knit knee
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Emanuel Ungaro Draped Knotted Cut-Out Cocktail Dress, Circa 1985
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Geneva, CH
Designed more than thirty years ago, this 80's Ungaro Parallèle cocktail dress is still furiously
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1980s European Cocktail Dresses

Chanel Paris / Versailles Baroque Style Cashmere Dress
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Chanel pastel pink cashmere dress featuring baroque style 'pleats' from Paris / VERSAILLES Cruise
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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Arnold Scaasi Off-The-Shoulder Ruched Floral-Print Cocktail Dress
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Geneva, CH
matching fabric buttons. Fully lined in a white silky rayon, the cocktail dress is boned through the bodice
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1980s Cocktail Dresses

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Size M Eggplant Purple Tulle Polimide Cocktail Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in San Francisco, CA
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER cocktail dress comes in a eggplant purple tulle polyamide featuring a halter
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

SONIA RYKIEL Size 6 Rhinestone Acetate/Viscose Spaghetti Strap Cocktail Dress
By Sonia Rykiel
Located in San Francisco, CA
SONIA RYKIEL cocktail dress comes in a black acetate / viscose with a slip liner featuring
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

BILL BLASS Size M Black Silk Shoulder Cut Out Cocktail Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Francisco, CA
BILL BLASS cocktail dress comes in a black silk featuring a turtleneck, shoulder cut out detail
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

DOLCE & GABBANA Size 6 Black Acetate Blend Ruched Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
DOLCE & GABBANA cocktail dress comes in a black acetate blend with a animal print interior
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

HERVE LEGER Size XXS Blue Rayon Blend A-Line Cocktail Dress
By Herve Léger
Located in San Francisco, CA
HERVE LEGER cocktail mini dress comes in blue rayon blend knit fabric featuring a strappy neckline
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

GUCCI Size XL Black Gold Viscose Blend Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress
By Gucci
Located in San Francisco, CA
GUCCI cocktail dress comes in a black and gold viscose blend velvet features a high collar, half
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

ELIE TAHARI Size 8 Gold Cotton Blend One Shoulder Cocktail Dress
By Elie Tahari
Located in San Francisco, CA
ELIE TAHARI dress in a metallic gold cotton blend fabric featuring a one shoulder style with beaded
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

SAINT LAURENT Size 2 White Viscose Strapless Cut-Out Cocktail Dress
By Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
SAINT LAURENT cocktail dress comes in a white viscose featuring a cutout front, strapless neckline
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA Size 4 Raspberry Viscose Blend Fitted Cocktail Dress
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Francisco, CA
MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA cocktail dress comes in a raspberry viscose blend featuring a ribbed panel
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

BURBERRY LONDON Size 8 Gold Viscose Elastane Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress
By Burberry London
Located in San Francisco, CA
BURBERRY LONDON cocktail dress in a gold viscose blend fabric featuring all over sequins, black
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

EMPORIO ARMANI Size 4 Black Cream Polyester Sequined Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By EMPORIO ARMANI
Located in San Francisco, CA
EMPORIO ARMANI cocktail dress in a cream polyester fabric featuring all over checkered sequin
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

CELINE Size 6 Black Silk Spaghetti Straps Mid-Calf Cocktail Dress
By Celine
Located in San Francisco, CA
inches Hip: 32 inches Length: 47 inches Reference: 124090 Category: Cocktail Dress More Details
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

DOLCE & GABBANA Size 4 Gold Black Polyester Blend Sequined Cocktail Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA cocktail dress in a black polyester blend fabric featuring gold tone
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

MARCHESA Size 6 Beige Metallic Floral Silk Beaded Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Marchesa
Located in San Francisco, CA
MARCHESA strapless cocktail dress comes in metallic golden beige floral silk with a ruffed trim
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

VERA WANG Size 6 Moss Silk Ribbed Spaghetti Straps Cocktail Dress
By Vera Wang
Located in San Francisco, CA
VERA WANG dress comes in a moss ribbed silk featuring an a-line style, spaghetti straps, flower
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR Size 4 Black Houndstooth Wool/Polyester Cocktail Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR cocktail dress comes in a black & cream houndstooth wool / polyester with a
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Chanel Collectors Eva Longoria Style Tweed Dress
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Famous and rare Chanel pastel pink tweed dress from 2007 Spring Collection! As seen on Eva Longoria
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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Chanel Iconic Jessica Biel Style Maxi Dress
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Famous Chanel blue & white maxi dress from 2017 Spring / AIRPORT / Collection, 17P -- as seen on
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2010s Cocktail Dresses

EMANUEL UNGARO Size 10 Blue Black Cotton Polyester Floral Cocktail Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in San Francisco, CA
: 17 inches Length: 36 inches Reference: 123560 Category: Cocktail Dress More Details
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

LOUIS VUITTON Size M Black Viscose Ruched Knee-Length Cocktail Dress
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Francisco, CA
: 112985 Category: Cocktail Dress More Details Brand: LOUIS VUITTON Size: M Color: Black Fabric: Viscose
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI Size 8 Black Cotton / Silk Ruffled Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Giambattista Valli
Located in San Francisco, CA
Category: Cocktail Dress More Details Brand: GIAMBATTISTA VALLI Size: 8 Color: Black Fabric: Cotton
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Chanel Amal Alamuddin Style Runway Tweed Dress
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Runway Chanel ecru tweed dress with pearly leather bustier part -- from 2012 Spring Collection by
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2010s Cocktail Dresses

MONIQUE LHUILLIER Size 4 Black Gold Silk Rayon Sequined Cocktail Dress
By Monique Lhuillier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Reference: 123745 Category: Cocktail Dress More Details Brand: MONIQUE LHUILLIER Gender: Female Size
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

BRIONI Size L Black Mercerized Cotton Ruffled Open Back Cocktail Dress
By Brioni
Located in San Francisco, CA
inches Hip: 38 inches Length: 39 inches Reference: 117487 Category: Cocktail Dress More Details
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

2000S ZAC POSEN Electric Blue Silk Duchess Satin Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Zac Posen
Located in New York, NY
Electric Blue Silk Duchess Satin Strapless Cocktail Dress
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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott White Pumpkinface Ghost Sequin Cocktail Dress
By Moschino, Jeremy Scott
Located in Palm Springs, CA
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott White Pumpkinface Ghost Sequin Cocktail Dress Additional
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

ISA ARFEN Size 14 Black Cotton Elastane Velvet Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress
By Isa Arfen
Located in San Francisco, CA
ISA ARFEN cocktail dress comes in black cotton and elastane velvet material featuring a puffy
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

SAINT LAURENT Size 2 Black Cupro Ruched Long Sleeve Mini Cocktail Dress
By Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
SAINT LAURENT cocktail dress comes in a black cupro material featuring long sleeve, ruched style
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

DION LEE Size 4 Burgundy Viscose Blend Ruched Corset Mini Cocktail Dress
By Dion Lee
Located in San Francisco, CA
DION LEE cocktail dress comes in burgundy viscose knit material featuring corset dress design
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

ROBERT RODRIGUEZ Size 4 Purple Cotton / Polyester V-Neck Sheath Cocktail Dress
By Robert Rodriguez
Located in San Francisco, CA
ROBERT RODRIGUEZ cocktail dress comes in a blue cotton / polyester featuring a sheath style, v-neck
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

DOLCE & GABBANA Size 8 Green Acetate Blend Sleeveless Mid-Calf Cocktail Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
DOLCE & GABBANA cocktail dress comes in an emerald green acetate blend with an animal print
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

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Cocktail Style Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of cocktail style dresses for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer black cocktail style dresses, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find brown, red and more options on these pages. 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 19th 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 cocktail style dresses over the years, but those made by Dolce & Gabbana, Roberto Cavalli and Yves Saint Laurent are often thought to be among the most stylish. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much are Cocktail Style Dresses?

The prices for cocktail style dresses start at $195 and top out at $24,437 with these items, on average, selling for $895.
Questions About Cocktail Style Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between a dress and a cocktail dress is mainly the specificity of the term. A dress is any garment that has a bodice attached to a skirt. The term cocktail dress refers to a dress designed for events in the late afternoon and early evening. Many feature hemlines that fall between the knee and calf. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cocktail dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A classic cocktail dress is a garment worn for special occasions that usually take place in the evening. Although its name comes from "cocktail party," the dresses are suitable for other types of gatherings. Designs vary greatly, but most cocktail dresses feature a hemline that falls close to the knee. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage cocktail dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cocktail dresses usually finish above or at the knees and are paired with high heels. This dress should be party-ready such as dressy separates or a little black dress.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Grecian style is a 19th Century term that is used to mean Greek Revival style. The Grecian style dress resembles a toga with loose, draped fabric that is pleated and has ruching at the shoulders. Find vintage and contemporary dresses today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A midi dress style refers to the length of a dress that lies anywhere above the curve of the calf or just above the ankle. It either exposes just the ankles or the lower leg just below the knees. Find vintage midi-dresses on 1stDibss.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cocktail dresses first rose to prominence in the 1920s and onward, with each era making its own mark on the practical and fashionable garment. You’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary cocktail dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because lace wedding dresses are elegant and a classic bridal look, lace wedding dresses are seen as a bridal fabric that will never go out of style. If you are seeking a more trendy design, there are different styles of lace dresses so that the gown is better suited toward your taste and needs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    1950s-style dresses are often called poodle skirt dresses. The dress is generally a fit-and-flare shape with a wide swing skirt. Another popular type of dress is the form-fitting sheath, also known as a pencil dress.

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