NEW 1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche cotton gauze dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This is a very rare 1970's dress designed by Yves Saint Laurent, made from soft airy cotton gauze
$1,800
Size: One-size-fits-all
1970s Adini Summer Of Love Maxi Dress in a Fine Cotton Floral Gauze w Metallic
By Sultana
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Adini for Sultana Summer Of Love Maxi Dress in a Fine Cotton Floral Gauze w Metallic Thread
Loewe + Paula's Ibiza Striped Cotton-Gauze Midi Dress
By Loewe
Located in London, GB
Super fun and flirty Loewe + Paula's Ibiza Belted Striped Cotton-gauze Midi Dress. bought for £1250
$850
Size: FR 40 (fits smaller)
1978 YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche off the shoulder cotton gauze RUNWAY dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This Saint Laurent dress from 1978 is made from airy cotton gauze in a rich berry red color. The
Cotton Gauze Peasant Maxi Dress with Lace Trim, 1970s
Located in Sparks, NV
Soft cotton gauzy maxi dress with darling floral print ribbon and lace trim. Long sleeves and
$144Sale Price|20% Off
DODO BAR OR Padma beige blue knotted embroidery cotton gauze boho dress US0 XS
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DODO BAR OR Padma beige red blue knotted embroidery cotton gauze boho dress US0 XS Reference: GEGG
1970s Angel Sleeve Poppy Print Cotton Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
. Made from a lightweight gauze cotton, the dress has a painterly multi-coloured floral arrangement
Valentino Cotton Gauze Polka Dot Evening dress
Located in New York, NY
Valentino shirt style cotton gauze evening dress with outer layer of black and white polka dots and
ZIMMERMANN white cotton GAUZE VERITY PANELED LINEAR Dress 2 S
By Zimmermann
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Zimmermann verity paneled mini dress in ivory cotton-gauze (100%) with polka-dot
1970S Blue, Green & Red Cotton Gauze Elastic Waist Backless Halter Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970S Blue, Green & Red Cotton Gauze Elastic Waist Backless Halter Dress
ZIMMERMANN multicolor cotton 2022 PATTIE FLORAL GAUZE MINI WRAP Dress 2 M
By Zimmermann
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Zimmermann Pattie wrap dress is crafted in Spliced floral patchwork gauze
DODO BAR OR Padma beige red blue knotted embroidery cotton gauze boho dress US0
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DODO BAR OR Padma beige red blue knotted embroidery cotton gauze boho dress US0 XS Reference: GEGG
YSL Floral Print Peasant Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
YSL, cotton gauze, floral print peasant style dress. Gathered at the neckline with long sleeves
Yves St. Laurent
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves St. Laurent teal, cotton gauze, peasant style, 1970's dress with smocked bodice,flounced off
OSSIE CLARK
By Ossie Clark
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dark grey cotton gauze graduation dress with pink floral embroidery at shoulders, pink piping
1960's BIBA long white cotton gauze dress with lace trim
By Biba
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, long white cotton gauze dress with tan lace dress designed by Barbara Hulanicki for
Prada Pleated Cotton Gauze Dress
By Prada
Located in Switzerland, CH
MIUCCIA PRADA OFF-WHITE ASYMMETRICAL GRECIAN GODDESS DRAPED PLEAT DRESS A CLASSIC PRADA PIECE
Vintage 1970s Cotton Gauze Dress in Off White
Located in Sparks, NV
Beautifully done vintage 1970s off white cotton gauze peasant style dress with full blouson sleeves
Adini Vintage 1970s India Sheer Metallic Cotton Gauze Dress + Sash
Located in Sparks, NV
Highly collectible vintage Adini dress in light weight sheer cotton gauze fabric. Metallic accents
1970s Vintage Sheer Cotton Gauze Indian Blue Block Print Hippie Boho Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Paper thin vintage 1970s cotton gauze dress in a blue floral Indian block print. Unlined with front
1999 Romeo Gigli cinnamon brown RUNWAY dress with lace trim
By Romeo Gigli
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Cinnamon brown cotton gauze dress from Romeo Gigli’s Spring 1999 collection exactly as seen on the
Hanae Mori Cotton Gauze Geisha Print Dress
By Hanae Mori
Located in New York, NY
Hanae Mori long sleeved crinkle cotton gauze print dress. Printed with double geisha faces and film
1970s Vintage Indian Screen Print Cotton Gauze Maxi Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage light weight cotton gauze maxi dress with a full sweep and Indian print
1970s Anne Fogarty One Shoulder Sari Inspired Blue and Orange Print Summer Dress
By Anne Fogarty
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage one shoulder Anne Forgarty 70s Cotton Gauze print dress. color: blue and orange. some
Isabel Marant Geeny Ruffled Cotton Gauze Mini Dress
Located in London, GB
Isabel Marant's black cotton-gauze mini dress, this silk-lined style is trimmed with pleated
1971 Thea Porter Brocade Cotton Gauze & Lace Dress
By Thea Porter
Located in Rockwood, ON
The combination of silk taffeta and lace with the added touches of the hand painted design (perhaps done by Thea herself) makes this Couture label gown very special. The bodice has a...
60s Mexican Cotton Gauze Halter Dress with Embroidery
Located in San Francisco, CA
60s Mexican Cotton Gauze Halter Dress with Embroidery
Isabel Marant Geeny Ruffled Cotton Gauze Mini Dress FR 40 UK 12
Located in London, GB
Isabel Marant's black cotton-gauze mini dress, this silk-lined style is trimmed with pleated
Jeff Banks Vintage Cotton Gauze Kaftan One Size
By Jeff Banks
Located in London, GB
This vintage kaftan by Jeff Banks is made from cream cotton gauze in an oversized fit with multi
1970's Rizkallah for Malcolm Starr Bohemian Gauze Maxi Dress
By Rizkallah
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Beautiful 1970's Rizkallah for Malcolm Starr cotton gauze maxi dress. Incredible piece with the
Sportmax Black Cotton Gauze Long Sleeve Tunic XS
By Sportmax
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Look elegant and classy no matter what in this tunic. Complement it with high heels and statement jewelry for a chic feminine look.
Vintage Thea Porter 1971 Lace Brocade Maxi Dress
By Thea Porter
Located in Portsmouth, Hampshire
Thea Porter 1971 cotton gauze brocaded brown and blue dress. With back metal zip and elasticated
1970's Ossie Clark Embroidered Floral Grey Cotton Gauze Plunge Belted Dress
By Ossie Clark
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
is rare, unique and highly collectible. This stunning grey cotton gauze dress is a perfect example of
Norma Kamali Terracotta Cotton Gauze Windowpane Check Dress, Circa 1980's
By Norma Kamali
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Norma Kamali, circa 1980's terracotta cotton gauze windowpane check dress, removable velcro
1920's Metallic Embroidered Ivory-White Gauze Cotton Bohemian Peasant Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Romantic bohemian gauze-cotton dresses from the early 20th century are perennial favorites. The
Vintage 1970s Indian Cotton Gauze Block Print Dress with Balloon Sleeves
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
A stunning vintage and highly collectable vintage Indian dress from the 70s in a fine cotton gauze
$2,250
Size: FR 40 (fits many sizes)
1979 YVES SAINT LAURENT satin kimono RUNWAY jacket with Asian jacquard motif
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Extremely rare satin kimono jacket designed by Yves Saint Laurent for his fall 1979 collection, exactly as seen on the runway. The piece has a relaxed, open-front cut with wide sleev...
Alaïa Ribbed Knit Mini Dress, Fall-Winter 1990-1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
This recognizable 90's Alaïa slim-fit viscose ribbed knit celadon mini dress is designed to flatteringly follow the line of the silhouette. The runway dress presented at the 1990-199...
Amazing 1960s Turquoise Blue Chiffon Vintage Wiggle 60s Dress w/ Attached Cape
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage early 1960s turquoise / teal blue chiffon wiggle dress, with attached chiffon caplet! Wonderful flattering fit, with heavy attention to detail. Attached bow belt f...
S/S 1997 GUCCI by Tom Ford Slip Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Austin, TX
S/S 1997 GUCCI by Tom Ford Slip Dress black 72% rayon, 28" silk Condition: Excellent 23" bust, 23" waist, 24" hips, 60" length Size US 10 / IT 46
1999 Jean Paul Gaultier gown
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
1999 Jean Paul Gaultier gown pleating drop waist condition: Excellent 36" bust, 35" waist, 34" hips, 80" length sz M/ US 8 / IT44
1992 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace RUNWAY dress with bustle
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa, Runway 1992 A standout and cleverly designed piece from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1992 runway collection, this exceptionally rare black lace dress was documented on the runwa...
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...
1960's EMILIO PUCCI floral printed silk dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vibrant, floral printed silk dress by Emilio Pucci dating to the 1960's. Beautiful color scheme in tones of blue and purple with black accents. Classic shirt-dress cut with a pointe...
$2,259
Size: UK 10-16 US 6-12
Vintage 1920's Coat floral heavy linen flapper coat roaring 20s UK 10-16 US 6-12
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly mesmerising 1920's heavy linen coat, with a pattern of blooming florals in shades of pink, yellow, lilac, blue and fuchsia accented by trailing green foliage accents, sets...
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent ' Rive Gauche ' Black Silk Russian Collection Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and flattering vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT 'Rive Gauche’ black silk ruffle dress! Luxurious soft 'liquid' silk that looks incredible on! Features a silk velvet trim along th...
Loris Azzaro Paris Couture Circa 1973 Vintage Draped Bodice Red Chiffon Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Spectacular Vintage 1973 Loris Azzaro Paris Couture Documented Evening Dress An exquisite piece of fashion history, this 1973 Loris Azzaro Couture or Runway sample evening dress is ...
Iconic Thierry Mugler Gold Corset FW 1990 Holy Grail Showstopper Mueseum
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In the theatrical universe of Thierry Mugler, fashion was spectacle, sculpture, and seduction fused into one. This extraordinary corset from the Fall/Winter 1990 “Music Hall” collec...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 Silk Nude Embellished Dress Fr. 42 US 10
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Embellished Dress 2005 Collection French size 42 ( US 10 ) Silver tone beads over the beige silk, Signature Galliano little buttons closu...
1983 YVES SAINT LAURENT red floral silk RUNWAY dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Yves Saint Laurent, Spring 1983 An exceptionally rare Yves Saint Laurent runway dress from the Spring 1983 collection, also featured in the season’s advance press photos. Made of vi...
Long evening navy blue rayon dress with red rhinestone straps Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long evening navy blue rayon dress with red rhinestone shoulders straps. Acetate lining inside the bust. Zip in the middle back. SIZE 40 (L)
CHRISTIAN DIOR Galliano Vintage 2009 pink oriental floral jacquard dress FR36 S
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR Galliano Vintage 2009 pink oriental floral jacquard dress FR36 S Reference: TGAS/D00244 Brand: Dior Designer: John Galliano Collection: 2009 Material: Wool, Silk Color...
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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