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CHANEL Paris / Cuba Crimson Lesage Tweed Dress 34 FR
CHANEL Paris / Cuba Crimson Lesage Tweed Dress 34 FR

CHANEL Paris / Cuba Crimson Lesage Tweed Dress 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, AE

CHANEL · Crimson Lesage Tweed Dress — Runway of PARIS / CUBA Cruise 2017 Collection by Karl

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2010s Casual Dresses

John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001
John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001

John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Crafted from crimson crepe-back satin

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Halston Crimson Red Ultra Suede Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Shirt Dress
1970s Halston Crimson Red Ultra Suede Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Shirt Dress

1970s Halston Crimson Red Ultra Suede Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Shirt Dress

By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic vintage 70s HALSTON crimson red ultra suede long sleeve shirt dress ! Buttons up the front

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999
Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999

Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999

By Christian Lacroix

Located in London, GB

This Christian Lacroix dress from the Fall-Winter 1999 haute couture collection is an asymmetrical

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moschino Spot Dress with Wrap Over Front.
Moschino Spot Dress with Wrap Over Front.

Moschino Spot Dress with Wrap Over Front.

By Love Moschino, Moschino

Located in London, GB

A wonderful Moschino dress , black with crimson spots. The dress has a wrap over front with zip

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2010s Unknown Day Dresses

1980s Gianfranco Ferre Red Cocktail Dress With Pink Fan Detail
1980s Gianfranco Ferre Red Cocktail Dress With Pink Fan Detail

1980s Gianfranco Ferre Red Cocktail Dress With Pink Fan Detail

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in London, GB

This arresting 1980s crimson silk cocktail dress by Gianfranco Ferre is of excellent quality and

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses

1970s Benny Ong for Mushroom Boutique Red Halter Neck Dress
1970s Benny Ong for Mushroom Boutique Red Halter Neck Dress

1970s Benny Ong for Mushroom Boutique Red Halter Neck Dress

Located in London, GB

This crimson red maxi dress is an early design by Singaporean fashion designer, Benny Ong, for

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1970s British Evening Dresses

F/W 2000 Vintage Gianni Versace Couture Silk Dress w/ Leather Detail
F/W 2000 Vintage Gianni Versace Couture Silk Dress w/ Leather Detail

F/W 2000 Vintage Gianni Versace Couture Silk Dress w/ Leather Detail

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Montgomery, TX

Museum-Quality Gianni Versace Couture F/W 2000 Feather Print Silk Dress with Sculptural Leather

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

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Vintage SARMI Crimson velvet & magenta silk chiffon gown
Vintage SARMI Crimson velvet & magenta silk chiffon gown

Vintage SARMI Crimson velvet & magenta silk chiffon gown

By Ferdinando Sarmi, Sarmi

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Vintage SARMI 1960's Crimson velvet & magenta silk chiffon gown. This dramatic, flared evening

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1960s American Evening Gowns

1980s Victor Edelstein Crimson Couture Dress
1980s Victor Edelstein Crimson Couture Dress

1980s Victor Edelstein Crimson Couture Dress

By Victor Edelstein

Located in London, GB

A luxurious off-shoulder cocktail dress designed by British couture designer Victor Edelstein

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

CHANEL Paris / Cuba Crimson Lesage Tweed Dress 34 FR
CHANEL Paris / Cuba Crimson Lesage Tweed Dress 34 FR

CHANEL Paris / Cuba Crimson Lesage Tweed Dress 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, AE

// SIze mark 34 FR / never worn // — Tonal silk lining and the maison’s disciplined interior finish — a whisper of luxury felt only by the wearer

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2010s Casual Dresses

1950s Crimson Satin Full Skirted Dress
1950s Crimson Satin Full Skirted Dress

1950s Crimson Satin Full Skirted Dress

Located in London, GB

This stunning 1950s party dress has an amazing shape and structure to it. The waist is drawn right

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Crimson Red Satin Vintage Prom Style Dress
1950s Crimson Red Satin Vintage Prom Style Dress

1950s Crimson Red Satin Vintage Prom Style Dress

Located in London, GB

This stunning 1950s party dress has an amazing shape and structure to it. The waist is drawn

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

John Galliano crimson bias-cut satin evening dress, fw 1999
John Galliano crimson bias-cut satin evening dress, fw 1999

John Galliano crimson bias-cut satin evening dress, fw 1999

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

▪ John Galliano evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 1999 ▪ Constructed from crimson bias-cut crêpe backed

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano crimson torn silk bias cut dress, fw 2000
Christian Dior by John Galliano crimson torn silk bias cut dress, fw 2000

Christian Dior by John Galliano crimson torn silk bias cut dress, fw 2000

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Christian Dior crimson red silk evening dress ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Torn effect ▪

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel 8K$ Runway Lesage Tweed Dress
Chanel 8K$ Runway Lesage Tweed Dress

Chanel 8K$ Runway Lesage Tweed Dress

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, AE

Boutique price 8,760$ Stunning crimson Lesage tweed dress with jewel details belt from Runway of

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Lachasse Couture Floral Printed Silk Chiffon Dress
1950s Lachasse Couture Floral Printed Silk Chiffon Dress

1950s Lachasse Couture Floral Printed Silk Chiffon Dress

Located in London, GB

This absolutely exquisite 1950s dress in soft crimson, pink, green and orange printed silk chiffon

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1950s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Mary Mcfadden Red Fortuny Pleated Maxi Dress
Vintage Mary Mcfadden Red Fortuny Pleated Maxi Dress

Vintage Mary Mcfadden Red Fortuny Pleated Maxi Dress

By Mary McFadden

Located in Boca Raton, FL

up of Fortuny style pleats, this gorgeous crimson Mary McFadden dress is an elegant study of color

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1970s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Mary Mcfadden Red Fortuny Pleated Maxi Dress
Vintage Mary Mcfadden Red Fortuny Pleated Maxi Dress

Vintage Mary Mcfadden Red Fortuny Pleated Maxi Dress

By Mary McFadden

Located in Boca Raton, FL

up of Fortuny style pleats, this gorgeous crimson Mary McFadden dress is an elegant study of color

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1970s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano bias cut evening dress and sweater, fw 2000
Christian Dior by John Galliano bias cut evening dress and sweater, fw 2000

Christian Dior by John Galliano bias cut evening dress and sweater, fw 2000

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Christian Dior crimson evening dress and sweater set ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Fall

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Red Silk Halterneck Ruffle Dress, FW 2003
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Red Silk Halterneck Ruffle Dress, FW 2003

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Red Silk Halterneck Ruffle Dress, FW 2003

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in London, GB

Sleeveless halterneck cocktail dress in crimson silk georgette by Yves Saint Laurent, designed by

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Ossie Clark
Ossie Clark

Ossie Clark

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Ossie Clark

By Ossie Clark

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Crimson red moss crepe wrap dress with satin Peter Pan collar and Yoke. Center front double

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1970s British Aesthetic Day Dresses

Emanuel Ungaro Paris Crimson Silk Circus Print Dress Size 6  c 1980
Emanuel Ungaro Paris Crimson Silk Circus Print Dress Size 6  c 1980

Emanuel Ungaro Paris Crimson Silk Circus Print Dress Size 6 c 1980

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in University City, MO

Emanuel Ungaro Paris Crimson silk circus print dress US Size 6 The unique dress is illustrated

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1980s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

1985 YVES SAINT LAURENT crimson crushed velvet wrap RUNWAY dress
1985 YVES SAINT LAURENT crimson crushed velvet wrap RUNWAY dress

1985 YVES SAINT LAURENT crimson crushed velvet wrap RUNWAY dress

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Beautiful, crimson, crushed velvet wrap dress by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1985 exactly as

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1970s French Evening Dresses

John Galliano Crimson Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress, FW 1994
John Galliano Crimson Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress, FW 1994

John Galliano Crimson Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress, FW 1994

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

This John Galliano evening dress from the Fall-Winter 1994 collection is crafted from bias-cut

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT crimson floral velvet devore wrap dress
1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT crimson floral velvet devore wrap dress

1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT crimson floral velvet devore wrap dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Beautiful crimson floral velvet devore wrap dress by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the late 1970's

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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Crimson  Embroidered Kaftan.
Vintage Crimson  Embroidered Kaftan.

Vintage Crimson Embroidered Kaftan.

Located in London, GB

A vintage crimson cotton caftan with wonderful detail on the front and sleaves. Measurements

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1970s Unknown Caftans

1960's PIERRE CARDIN charcoal wool A-line dress
1960's PIERRE CARDIN charcoal wool A-line dress

1960's PIERRE CARDIN charcoal wool A-line dress

By Pierre Cardin

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Charcoal grey mod wool dress with crimson and off white accent by Pierre Cardin dating to the 1960

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1960s French Day Dresses

1970s Benny Ong for Mushroom Boutique Red Halter Neck Dress
1970s Benny Ong for Mushroom Boutique Red Halter Neck Dress

1970s Benny Ong for Mushroom Boutique Red Halter Neck Dress

Located in London, GB

This crimson red maxi dress is an early design by Singaporean fashion designer, Benny Ong, for

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1970s British Evening Dresses

Halston Crimson & Purple Silk Chiffon Gown
Halston Crimson & Purple Silk Chiffon Gown

Halston Crimson & Purple Silk Chiffon Gown

By Halston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Halston crimson and purple silk chiffon gown. Two pieces. Bias cut double layer shear dress with

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1970s American Evening Gowns

Alexander McQueen red matelasse-knit dress US 10
Alexander McQueen red matelasse-knit dress US 10

Alexander McQueen red matelasse-knit dress US 10

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Alexander McQueen red matelasse-knit dress - Crimson-red, heavyweight ornate matelasse knit

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

1970s Bill Blass Crimson Silk One Shoulder Evening Gown
1970s Bill Blass Crimson Silk One Shoulder Evening Gown

1970s Bill Blass Crimson Silk One Shoulder Evening Gown

By Bill Blass

Located in Chicago, IL

Stunning silk evening gown from Bill Blass Silk lined in silk Zipper up one side. This is a deep blue red as opposed to an orange red

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1970s American Toga Dresses

Lanvin Red Fitted Dress with Raw Edges
Lanvin Red Fitted Dress with Raw Edges

Lanvin Red Fitted Dress with Raw Edges

By Lanvin Paris

Located in Toronto, ON

Lanvin by Alber Elbaz crimson red dress with raw edges. Zippers open all the way down right side

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Alexandre Vauthier Stretch-Jersey Drape Dress
Alexandre Vauthier Stretch-Jersey Drape Dress

Alexandre Vauthier Stretch-Jersey Drape Dress

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in London, GB

Crimson ruched jersey dress from Alexandre Vauthier featuring a slash neck, long sleeves, ruching

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Sleeveless Dress
Oscar de la Renta Sleeveless Dress

Oscar de la Renta Sleeveless Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Montgomery, TX

Oscar de la Renta Sleeveless Dress Black and crimson sleeveless dress with brushed sateen

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Roksanda Red Giona Tiered Ruffle Neck Maxi Gown - Size US 6
Roksanda Red Giona Tiered Ruffle Neck Maxi Gown - Size US 6

Roksanda Red Giona Tiered Ruffle Neck Maxi Gown - Size US 6

By Roksanda

Located in London, GB

Roksanda Gioana Dress The tiered construction of the crimson Giona dress is crafted from lustrous

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

70S BILL TICE SCARLET WRAP DRESS
70S BILL TICE SCARLET WRAP DRESS

70S BILL TICE SCARLET WRAP DRESS

By Bill Tice

Located in Miami Beach, FL

, To Result In Brilliance To The Infinite Power … Crimson Dress With Rickrack Trim

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce Gabbana Made in Italy Crimson Red Italian wool dress
Dolce Gabbana Made in Italy Crimson Red Italian wool dress

Dolce Gabbana Made in Italy Crimson Red Italian wool dress

By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA, Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Boston, MA

Classy and hot D&G deep crimson red Italian wool dress. Tons of discrete, subdued Italian couture

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2010s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

Laura Biagiotti 1970s Crimson Silk Satin Tuxedo Evening Ensemble
Laura Biagiotti 1970s Crimson Silk Satin Tuxedo Evening Ensemble

Laura Biagiotti 1970s Crimson Silk Satin Tuxedo Evening Ensemble

Located in Chicago, IL

Gorgeous 1970s ensemble from Laura Biagiotti Maxi skirt with panels in the back 100% silk Tuxedo vest top Top fastens with two buttons in front and can be adjusted tighter in the b...

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1970s British Evening Gowns

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Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown
Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Naples, FL

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown IT 40 As seen on Naomi Campbell on the Runway for the final look!

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Blazer Wide Leg Trouser Pants Power Suit Set
VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Blazer Wide Leg Trouser Pants Power Suit Set

VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Blazer Wide Leg Trouser Pants Power Suit Set

By Valentino, Valentino Garavani

Located in Thiensville, WI

VALENTINO c.1990's 2pc White Twill Blazer & Wide Leg Trouser Pants Suit Set Circa: 1990’s Label(s): Valentino Roma Designer: Valentino Garavani Style: Pants suit set Color(s): Whit...

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1990s Italian Trouser Pant Suits

Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006

Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse
1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse

1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse

By Diane von Furstenberg

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 90s Diane Von Furstenberg green and white cotton strapless top! 3-D leaf print, with a trapeze/free flowing waist. Buttons at top back. Can easily be dressed day to night. ...

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1990s Indian Blouses

1990s Geoffrey Beene Grey Silk Gown
1990s Geoffrey Beene Grey Silk Gown

1990s Geoffrey Beene Grey Silk Gown

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Elegant Vintage Geoffrey Beene charcoal grey maxi silk gown. Matching coat sold separately. see listing from our store. Bust : 36. /hip: 36 Fit US Size : 4-6

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Marchesa Red Silk Strapless Gown - 10 - circa 90's
Marchesa Red Silk Strapless Gown - 10 - circa 90's

Marchesa Red Silk Strapless Gown - 10 - circa 90's

By Marchesa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Marchesa Red Silk Gown, length 54", bust 38", waist 36".

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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT

Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Judith Leiber Pale Peach with Black Beaded Design Handbag
Judith Leiber Pale Peach with Black Beaded Design Handbag

Judith Leiber Pale Peach with Black Beaded Design Handbag

By Judith Leiber

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Judith Leiber pale peach with black beaded design handbag or clutch. Matching change purse included. Handle drop 19".

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21st Century and Contemporary American Clutches

Brown Fur Coat with Collar Small
Brown Fur Coat with Collar Small

Brown Fur Coat with Collar Small

$785Sale Price|26% Off

L 36.62 in

Brown Fur Coat with Collar Small

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This vintage coat is made of sheared beaver with a fur collar and is embroidered at the sleeves and back. We offer more exclusive fur items, see our frontstore. Details: It has 2 l...

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20th Century Unknown Coats and Outerwear

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater with Belt 1990s
Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater with Belt 1990s

Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater with Belt 1990s

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous rust orange striped wool sweater from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has long sleeves, a standup collar with functional silver buttons closure along it's side and one shoulder and...

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1990s Italian Pullovers

Chanel 2005 Vintage Classic Flap Limited Edition PNY Jumbo Expandable Bag
Chanel 2005 Vintage Classic Flap Limited Edition PNY Jumbo Expandable Bag

Chanel 2005 Vintage Classic Flap Limited Edition PNY Jumbo Expandable Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Paris New York PNY Jumbo Expandable Maxi Calfskin Flap Bag 2005 {VINTAGE 19 Years} Ruthenium hardware Diamond stitch calfskin aged leather Flap with CC turn lock Interior z...

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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket

Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket

By Giorgio Armani

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...

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1990s Italian Blazers

1940's JACQUES FATH navy blue satin coat dress
1940's JACQUES FATH navy blue satin coat dress

1940's JACQUES FATH navy blue satin coat dress

$1,320Sale Price|20% Off

Size: fits a US 4

1940's JACQUES FATH navy blue satin coat dress

By Jacques Fath

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare navy satin coat dress designed by Jacques Fath for Joseph Halpert dating to the 1940's. Best fits a size 4. Approximate measurements: shoulders 15", bust 34.5", waist 26", ...

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Crimson Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary crimson dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Red is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Pink and more in stock now. An accessory like this designed by Adolfo, Emanuel Ungaro and Fred Perlberg — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. 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 is a Crimson Dress?

Prices for a crimson dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $275 and can go as high as $3,800, while, on average they fetch $1,035.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.

Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

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