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Guy Laroch Couture Dress - '70s
Guy Laroch Couture Dress - '70s

Guy Laroch Couture Dress - '70s

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Elegant vintage couture dress by Guy Laroche featuring a timeless long black silhouette with a boatneck neckline, short sleeves, a pleated fitted bodice, and a striking pleated train...

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1970s Used Couture Dresses

Thierry Mugler White Crepe Couture Dress
Thierry Mugler White Crepe Couture Dress

Thierry Mugler White Crepe Couture Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Mugler -(Made in France) White crepe Couture dress with pearlized cascading ornaments.

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Early 2000s French Used Couture Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Long silk Haute Couture Dress
Yves Saint Laurent Long silk Haute Couture Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Long silk Haute Couture Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Long silk Haute Couture dress. No size label, it fits a 38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width...

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1970s French Used Couture Dresses

Blue Wool Crepe Couture Dress by Benjamin Friman
Blue Wool Crepe Couture Dress by Benjamin Friman

Blue Wool Crepe Couture Dress by Benjamin Friman

Located in London, GB

A wonderful couture dress by Spanish designer Benjamin Friman.

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2010s Spanish Used Couture Dresses

1996 Rare Gianni Versace Couture Dress as seen on Princess Diana
1996 Rare Gianni Versace Couture Dress as seen on Princess Diana

1996 Rare Gianni Versace Couture Dress as seen on Princess Diana

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Montgomery, TX

1996 Rare Gianni Versace Couture Dress as seen on Princess Diana. Her dress was custom made in royal purple color, but had the same cut.

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1990s Italian Used Couture Dresses

Jean Patou Haute Couture Dress Spring-Summer, 1955
Jean Patou Haute Couture Dress Spring-Summer, 1955

Jean Patou Haute Couture Dress Spring-Summer, 1955

By Jean Patou

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Jean Patou Haute Couture dress in guipure, satin and tulle. No label of composition or size, it fits a size 36FR.

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1950s French Used Couture Dresses

Moschino Couture Dress with Hardware
Moschino Couture Dress with Hardware

Moschino Couture Dress with Hardware

By Moschino Couture, Moschino

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black light weight wool dress from Moschino Couture adorned with silver metal hardware of varying kinds.

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Early 2000s Italian Used Couture Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Black Poplin Long Sleeve Haute Couture Dress
Yves Saint Laurent Black Poplin Long Sleeve Haute Couture Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Black Poplin Long Sleeve Haute Couture Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture - Black poplin long sleeve Haute Couture dress.

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1980s French Used Couture Dresses

Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Dress in Red Silk with Silk Lining, 1995
Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Dress in Red Silk with Silk Lining, 1995

Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Dress in Red Silk with Silk Lining, 1995

By Christian Lacroix

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Christian Lacroix - Haute Couture dress in red silk, with a silk lining. No size indicated, it fits a 38FR/40FR.

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20th Century Used Couture Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress in Dark Red Wild Silk
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress in Dark Red Wild Silk

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress in Dark Red Wild Silk

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Haute Couture dress in dark red wild silk. No size or composition label, it fits a 40FR.

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1980s French Used Couture Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture dress
Givenchy Haute Couture dress

Givenchy Haute Couture dress

By Givenchy

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE - (Made in France) Red silk and black velvet bustier dress.

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1980s French Used Couture Dresses

Elizabeth March Couture Dress
Elizabeth March Couture Dress

Elizabeth March Couture Dress

Located in London, GB

A chic and pretty dress by Elizabeth March Couture . The fabric has a lilac background with a with a blue print and embossed detail.

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Early 2000s Used Couture Dresses

Beautiful Thierry Mugler Couture Dress Gown Rare
Beautiful Thierry Mugler Couture Dress Gown Rare

Beautiful Thierry Mugler Couture Dress Gown Rare

By Thierry Mugler Couture

Located in Berlin, BE

This arresting, floor-grazing Thierry Mugler Couture gown is a masterclass in architectural sensuality.

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Early 2000s Used Couture Dresses

Angela Gavioli for Luciano Pavarotti Red Couture Dress
Angela Gavioli for Luciano Pavarotti Red Couture Dress

Angela Gavioli for Luciano Pavarotti Red Couture Dress

Located in Milano, IT

This rare couture dress by Italian designer Angela Gavioli, created for Luciano Pavarotti, embodies the theatrical elegance and opulent artistry that defined her collaborations with ...

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1980s Italian Used Couture Dresses

Chanel Haute Couture Dress Spring 1974
Chanel Haute Couture Dress Spring 1974

Chanel Haute Couture Dress Spring 1974

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - Silk and organza dress embroidered with flowers in shades of orange.

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1970s French Used Couture Dresses

Pierre Balmain Haute Couture dress 1983
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture dress 1983

Pierre Balmain Haute Couture dress 1983

By Balmain

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

BALMAIN - (Made in France) Pencil dress, round neckline embellished with silver bead and sequin embroidery.

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1980s French Used Couture Dresses

Moschino Couture Dress with Sequin Peace Sign Back
Moschino Couture Dress with Sequin Peace Sign Back

Moschino Couture Dress with Sequin Peace Sign Back

By Moschino Couture, Moschino

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black silk halter dress from Moschino Couture. It is a wrap style dress which ties at the waist and has a band of gold sequins around the neck through to the back forming ...

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1990s Italian Used Couture Dresses

Ted Lapidus Haute Couture Dress 1980s
Ted Lapidus Haute Couture Dress 1980s

Ted Lapidus Haute Couture Dress 1980s

By Ted Lapidus, Ted Lapidus Haute Couture

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black silk dress from Ted Lapidus. It has long sleeves, a stand up collar and light shoulder padding. There is a beautiful design in silver and white sequins outlined in...

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1980s French Used Couture Dresses

Ronald Van der kemp Haute Couture Dress, 2018
Ronald Van der kemp Haute Couture Dress, 2018

Ronald Van der kemp Haute Couture Dress, 2018

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The signed RVDK couture label verifies that this dress is the only one of its kind.

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2010s Dutch Used Couture Dresses

R.A.D. Couture Dress - '90s
R.A.D. Couture Dress - '90s

R.A.D. Couture Dress - '90s

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Made of pure soft silk, this vintage dress features a beautiful purple color and an asymmetric drape on the neckline. The short sleeves and body-hugging yet flowing design will make ...

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1990s Used Couture Dresses

A Vintage 1960s Cresta Couture Dress
A Vintage 1960s Cresta Couture Dress

A Vintage 1960s Cresta Couture Dress

Located in London, GB

A chic dress by Cresta Couture. This easy to wear dress is in a navy blue and pink fabric, with a self fabric belt.

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1960s British Used Couture Dresses

1970's PIERRE BALMAIN elaborately beaded silk and velvet HAUTE COUTURE dress
1970's PIERRE BALMAIN elaborately beaded silk and velvet HAUTE COUTURE dress

1970's PIERRE BALMAIN elaborately beaded silk and velvet HAUTE COUTURE dress

By Pierre Balmain

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare jet-black silk satin and velvet haute couture dress designed by Pierre Balmain, dating to the 1970’s.

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Late 20th Century French Used Couture Dresses

Nina Ricci Haute Couture Dress Suit
Nina Ricci Haute Couture Dress Suit

Nina Ricci Haute Couture Dress Suit

By Nina Ricci

Located in Geneva, CH

A versatile piece of haute couture, this 60’s Nina Ricci dress suit can be worn as a set for a very chic coordinated look or alternatively, the jacket can be teamed with jeans or tro...

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1960s French Used Couture Dresses

2000s Bruce Oldfield Royal Blue Couture Dress
2000s Bruce Oldfield Royal Blue Couture Dress

2000s Bruce Oldfield Royal Blue Couture Dress

By Bruce Oldfield

Located in London, GB

A couture contemporary dress , circa 2010 from Bruce Oldfield, a celebrated UK designer who is in his fifth decade of exclusive design.

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Early 2000s British Used Couture Dresses

Versace demi-couture dress, S/S 2004
Versace demi-couture dress, S/S 2004

Versace demi-couture dress, S/S 2004

By Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace

Located in Norwich, GB

Versace by Donatella Versace demi-couture silk jewel embellished gown, from the Spring/Summer 2004 collection. Condition Very good. A few minor marks at hem. Marked Size IT 42

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Early 2000s Italian Used Couture Dresses

Black Silk Couture Dress with Bubble Hem
Black Silk Couture Dress with Bubble Hem

Black Silk Couture Dress with Bubble Hem

Located in London, GB

A chic and easy to wear silk dress by Annoushka Hempel. The dress is in a wonderful silk, and has a button back ( silk covered buttons) upper opening with a zipper on the lower are...

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2010s Used Couture Dresses

Homolog Couture dress 'Un pari Eternel' 2025
Homolog Couture dress 'Un pari Eternel' 2025

Homolog Couture dress 'Un pari Eternel' 2025

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

HOMOLOG - Black strutctured short bustier dress. Two clovers embroidered with pearls, sequins and rhinestones. Chest edged with black ribbons and lace, and embroidered with pearls a...

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2010s Used Couture Dresses

Moschino Couture Dress with Question Mark Collar A/W 1998
Moschino Couture Dress with Question Mark Collar A/W 1998

Moschino Couture Dress with Question Mark Collar A/W 1998

By Moschino, Moschino Couture

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black dress encircled around it's V neckline with an off white question mark with the dot of the question mark dangling cleverly below it. The dress has 3/4 length sleeve...

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1990s Italian Used Couture Dresses

A Ted Lapidus by Olivier Lapidus Couture Dress, French Circa 1990
A Ted Lapidus by Olivier Lapidus Couture Dress, French Circa 1990

A Ted Lapidus by Olivier Lapidus Couture Dress, French Circa 1990

By Ted Lapidus Haute Couture

Located in Toulon, FR

Waisted waist, marked on the back by a set of folds, like a faux-cul dress on the waist. Flat folds on the front of the skirt.

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1980s French Used Couture Dresses

Torrente Haute Couture Dress Size 36FR Fall, 2004
Torrente Haute Couture Dress Size 36FR Fall, 2004

Torrente Haute Couture Dress Size 36FR Fall, 2004

By TORRENTE

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Torrente - Maxi dress Torrente Haute Couture in taffeta, silk and tulle.

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Early 2000s French Used Couture Dresses

A French Printed Chiffon Couture Dress Circa 1930/1940
A French Printed Chiffon Couture Dress Circa 1930/1940

A French Printed Chiffon Couture Dress Circa 1930/1940

Located in Toulon, FR

No label  but definitely French Haute Couture work. Dress sewn entirely by hand without opening, staple or zipper on the sides as is often the case in the Couture of the 1930s.

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1930s French Used Couture Dresses

1960s Sea Foam Green Silk Gazzar Embellished Couture Dress
1960s Sea Foam Green Silk Gazzar Embellished Couture Dress

1960s Sea Foam Green Silk Gazzar Embellished Couture Dress

Located in London, GB

This pale seafoam green/blue dress is a very regal example of late 1960s haute couture evening wear.

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1960s European Used Couture Dresses

Escada Couture dress by Brian Rennie circa 2000-2005
Escada Couture dress by Brian Rennie circa 2000-2005

Escada Couture dress by Brian Rennie circa 2000-2005

By Escada Margaretha Ley, Escada

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

ESCADA - A couture Collection circa 2000-2005, under the artistic direction of Brian Rennie.

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Early 2000s Used Couture Dresses

RARE 1980s Ted Lapidus Paris Boutique Floral Haute Couture Dress
RARE 1980s Ted Lapidus Paris Boutique Floral Haute Couture Dress

RARE 1980s Ted Lapidus Paris Boutique Floral Haute Couture Dress

By Ted Lapidus

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Amazing 1980s/90s hard to find Ted Lapidus haute couture floral dress! Floral printed cotton with slim fitted bodice and flounce layered ruffle peplum skirt.

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1980s French Used Couture Dresses

SADIE NEMSER c.1920’s Art Deco Silk Beaded Cubist Flapper Couture Dress
SADIE NEMSER c.1920’s Art Deco Silk Beaded Cubist Flapper Couture Dress

SADIE NEMSER c.1920’s Art Deco Silk Beaded Cubist Flapper Couture Dress

By SADIE NEMSER

Located in Thiensville, WI

SADIE NEMSER c.1920’s Art Deco Silk Beaded Embroidered Cubist Flapper Couture Dress Circa: 1920’s Label(s): Nemser Original Model Style: Drop waist dress Color(s): Shades of navy ...

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1920s Used Couture Dresses

A Pierre Balmain woollen Couture Dress Numbered 182888 - Spring Summer 1963
A Pierre Balmain woollen Couture Dress Numbered 182888 - Spring Summer 1963

A Pierre Balmain woollen Couture Dress Numbered 182888 - Spring Summer 1963

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Toulon, FR

Spring Summer 1963 France A Pierre Balmain dress in cream wool jersey from the 1960s. Sleeveless dress with straight cut tightened at the waist with loose effect. At the front, there...

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1960s French Used Couture Dresses

1940's HOUSE OF WORTH black wool haute couture dress
1940's HOUSE OF WORTH black wool haute couture dress

1940's HOUSE OF WORTH black wool haute couture dress

By House of Worth

Located in San Fransisco, CA

A striking example of post-war French couture, the dress balances sharp architectural lines with a refined femininity, reflecting the timeless elegance of the House of Worth Best f...

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1940s French Used Couture Dresses

1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim

1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim

By Nina Ricci

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice.

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1960s French Used Couture Dresses

Stunning Mingolini Guggenheim Brown and Black Beaded Couture Dress Set
Stunning Mingolini Guggenheim Brown and Black Beaded Couture Dress Set

Stunning Mingolini Guggenheim Brown and Black Beaded Couture Dress Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a fabulous Mingolini Guggenheim Couture suit. The set features two pieces, a beautifully beaded sleeveless dress with zipper closure, and a wonderfully fitted 3/4 sleeve jack...

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1950s Italian Used Couture Dresses

A lilac silk Demi Couture Dress by Jacques Griffe - Paris Circa 1951
A lilac silk Demi Couture Dress by Jacques Griffe - Paris Circa 1951

A lilac silk Demi Couture Dress by Jacques Griffe - Paris Circa 1951

By Jacques Griffe

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1951 France A tailor-effect dress in lilac pink silk ottoman after the famous couturier Jacques Griffe, dating from the early 1950s.

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1950s French Used Couture Dresses

A French Couture dress and jacket in Pierre Balmain style - Circa 1972
A French Couture dress and jacket in Pierre Balmain style - Circa 1972

A French Couture dress and jacket in Pierre Balmain style - Circa 1972

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1972 France Haute couture set with dress and jacket in navy blue jersey and silk unidentified and dating back to the early 70s.

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1970s French Used Couture Dresses

1960's PIERRE BALMAIN black velvet HAUTE COUTURE dress with rhinestones
1960's PIERRE BALMAIN black velvet HAUTE COUTURE dress with rhinestones

1960's PIERRE BALMAIN black velvet HAUTE COUTURE dress with rhinestones

By Pierre Balmain

Located in San Fransisco, CA

A Pierre Balmain haute couture halter dress made from black velvet with a small, raised triangular pattern that gives the surface a textured, almost faceted look.

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1960s French Used Couture Dresses

Vicky Tiel Couture Dress Cocktail Embellished Sequins Silk Taffeta Vintage 90s
Vicky Tiel Couture Dress Cocktail Embellished Sequins Silk Taffeta Vintage 90s

Vicky Tiel Couture Dress Cocktail Embellished Sequins Silk Taffeta Vintage 90s

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

A stunning early-1990s Vicky Tiel Couture cocktail dress, originally sold at Neiman Marcus, showcasing the designer’s signature glamour and body-skimming silhouette.

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1990s French Used Couture Dresses

A Jacques Griffe French Couture Dress and Jacket Set Circa 1960
A Jacques Griffe French Couture Dress and Jacket Set Circa 1960

A Jacques Griffe French Couture Dress and Jacket Set Circa 1960

By Jacques Griffe

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1960 France Dress and jacket set in chiné and damask silk satin with brown and beige leaves by Jacques Griffe Haute Couture dating from the early 1960s.

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1960s French Used Couture Dresses

1960s Black and Red Polka Dot Demi Couture Dress and Jacket
1960s Black and Red Polka Dot Demi Couture Dress and Jacket

1960s Black and Red Polka Dot Demi Couture Dress and Jacket

Located in London, GB

The set is comprised of a dress and jacket in chiffon and silk taffeta jacquard and has some lovely design features.

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1960s American Used Couture Dresses

1970s George Halley Metallic Paisley Evening Gown High Neck 70s Couture Dress
1970s George Halley Metallic Paisley Evening Gown High Neck 70s Couture Dress

1970s George Halley Metallic Paisley Evening Gown High Neck 70s Couture Dress

By George Halley

Located in San Diego, CA

Approximately Size Small Measurements: Bust: 34 inches Waist: 24 to 25 inches Hips: 37 inches Length (top back shoulder to hem): 54.5 inches An elegant and beautifully constructed v...

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1970s American Used Couture Dresses

A French Little black Couture Dress in embroidered Duchesse satin Circa 1920
A French Little black Couture Dress in embroidered Duchesse satin Circa 1920

A French Little black Couture Dress in embroidered Duchesse satin Circa 1920

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1920 France Amazing little black dress, probably Haute Couture, with a minimalist graphic representing a drop of water and dating from the 1920s.

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1920s French Used Couture Dresses

Christian Dior by Galliano Grand Sapphire Blue Silk Demi Couture Dress Gown
Christian Dior by Galliano Grand Sapphire Blue Silk Demi Couture Dress Gown

Christian Dior by Galliano Grand Sapphire Blue Silk Demi Couture Dress Gown

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare Christian Dior by John Galliano f/w 1999 sapphire blue eyelash silk bias cut gown. Designed with the utmost attention to couture detailing and sophisticated construction. Go...

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1990s Used Couture Dresses

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Used Couture Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of used couture dresses for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for Black used couture dresses and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Gray, Beige and more. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these were made as early as the 18th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many classic iterations of used couture dresses over the years, but those made by Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture and Christian Dior 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 Used Couture Dresses?

On average, used couture dresses on 1stDibs sell for $1,800, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $83,407 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

Questions About Used Couture Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A couture dress is hand-sewn using the best materials and designed specifically for the wearer so that the piece is one-of-a-kind. Because these dresses use such high quality materials and take hundreds of hours to complete, they can be expensive. Find a variety of couture dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    A haute couture dress is dress is a dress that was made by an esteemed haute couture designer. Dresses created by haute couture houses are constructed by hand from start to finish. They’re made of the finest materials and are individually tailored to meet the needs of a specific client.

    Haute couture garments are expertly created by firms that are official member organizations of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), which is the governing body in France that regulates this segment of the fashion industry. Dior, Maison Margiela and Schiaparelli are examples of universally revered haute couture houses.

    Find haute couture dresses on 1stDibs.

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