Sheer Indian Black Silk and Gold Bead Kaftan Coat - M-L, 1980s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Halfway between a kaftan and a maxi coat, this sheer topper makes up in glamour what it lacks in warmth. The repeating floral pattern consists of clear bugle beads that catch and ref...
Green Hooded Silk Sari Jellaba-Inspired Kaftan w Gold Thread, Morocco-M, 1970s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Hand-made in Morocco from an Indian silk sari, this kaftan was originally owned by the wife of a State Department ensign in the Nixon administration, and is rare for its hooded const...
1970s Indian Multi Color Embroidered Kaftan Ensemble
Located in Houston, TX
Three gorgeous stand alone pieces or one combined work of art! Wear is its individual pieces or become the artwork! Absolutely Beautiful and traditional Indian multi-color three ...
Custom Orange and Gold Indian Kaftan Size Small
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This custom vintage kaftan is composed of an orange knit and is trimmed with metallic gold. There are center front buttons, bell sleeves, and side slits. A very interesting garment i...
1970S Fuchia & White Cotton Blend Indian Paisley Kaftan With Drawstring Waist
Located in New York, NY
1970S Fuchia & White Cotton Blend Indian Paisley Kaftan With Drawstring Waist
MORPHEW COLLECTION Magenta & Beige Indian Sari Silk Butterfly Sleeve Kaftan Dre
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW COLLECTION Magenta & Beige Indian Sari Silk Butterfly Sleeve Kaftan Dress With Gold Embroidery MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique ...
1970'S Orange & Blue Cotton Voile Indian Embroidered Tie Dye Kaftan Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970'S Orange & Blue Cotton Voile Indian Embroidered Tie Dye Kaftan Dress
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Size: Equivalent size 38 France
An Indian Painted Chintz Kaftan Dress From a Tree of Life Hanging Circa 1830
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1900 for the Cut Circa 1820/1850 for the fabric India for Fashion in the West Amazing kaftan dress made in a Palempore from the Indies in Painted cotton Chintz. Beautiful tre...
Indian Hand Block Print Cotton Kaftan with Leather Macrame and Wood Bead Trim
Located in Gresham, OR
This Indian cotton print Kaftan is ready for any Summer resort get-away.
Amazing 1970s Purple, Blue and Gold Raw Silk Indian Inspired 70s Kaftan Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 1970s raw silk Indian inspired caftan maxi dress! Features the softest silk ever, with gold silk embroidery throughout.
1970s Vintage 100% Silk Hand Block Printed Indian Caftan Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage hand block printed caftan maxi dress in 100% silk. Gorgeous Indian print and bat wing sleeves. Free size will fit XS-XL. No closure, pulls on. Unlined.
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 tie closure. High low hem. The marked size is small. 100% cotton. The bust measure...
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Size: Small-Medium
Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann 1970s Vintage 100% Silk Indian Hand-Block Print Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann 1970s vintage Indian hand block printed 100% silk dress and sash. Unlined with front hook closure at neckline, button and snap closure a...
Vintage Metal Waist Belt Indian 70s Flower Floral Brass Copper 1970
Located in Berlin, BE
Perfect to wear with Indian dresses and Kaftans. Adjustable size, easy to wear and not heavy.
Vintage 1970 Zandra Rhodes Hand-Painted 'Indian Feathers' Sheer Silk Dress Set
By Dame Zandra Rhodes
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
As shown, a model wears the 'Indian feather sunspray' kaftan in this shoot for Japanese fashion magazine Anan in late 1971.
Vintage 1970s Indian Cotton Maxi Kaftan Dress with Pointed Angel Sleeves
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
A beautiful vintage bohemian maxi caftan dress with a loose flowing fit from the 70s with a striking Indian floral block print throughout a medium weight cotton with pointed sleeves ...
Treacy Lowe Print Chiffon Silk 1970s Indian Caftan
By Treacy Lowe
Located in US
Treacy Lowe caftan featured in dusty rose and subtle multicolored print throughout a delicate silk chiffon. Caftan has short sleeves with a cape layered over the shoulders, back zipp...
1970's Vintage Sultana by Adini Printed Boho Indian Caftan Dress
By Sultana
Located in US
Sultana vintage Boho Indian caftan dress featured in a light blue and lavender with silver metallic threading, three buttons at the bust, and asymmetric cut sleeves. Dress is compose...
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 which is so floaty has a just the right amount of sheerness when the sun hits the s...
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Size: Fits like S-M
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s Estimated Size: Best fits a women's Small to Medium due to loose, smock fit. Bust - up to 40” / 1...
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Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s Estimated Size: Best fits a women's Small to Medium due to loose, smock fit. Bust - up to 40” / 1...
$840Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Medium
Vintage Mollie Parnis 1970s Blue and White Novelty 70s Linen + Cotton Dress
By Mollie Parnis
Located in San Diego, CA
From the queen of dressing First Ladies, comes this wonderfully chic 1970s vintage MOLLIE PARNIS blue and white nautical linen/cotton dress ! Features the perfect linen/cotton blend ...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
Alexander McQueen FW 2002 Black Silk Blouse Top Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
In the captivating language of Alexander McQueen's FW 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Collection, this jacket or blouse is a poetic embodiment of elegance and drama. Its sleek black Silk...
$395Sale Price|33% Off
Size: Medium - Large
Chic 1960s Black and White Gingham Long Sleeve A - Line Vintage 60s Wool Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 1960s black and white large houndstooth long sleeve A-line dress! Features a fitted bodice with a full skirt. Oversized collar, and bell sleeves that cuff at the hem. Featu...
$546Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2005 Bustier Corset Plunging Silk Blouse Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2005 Bustier Corset Plunging Silk Blouse Top IT 42
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded RUNWAY dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
1986 Azzedine Alaïa hooded runway dress Extremely rare and highly collectible hooded runway dress designed by Azzedine Alaïa dating to 1986. This design is one of Alaïa’s most iconi...
Thierry Mugler Silk Dress with Cut outs
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning brilliant yellow green silk bodycon dress from Thierry Mugler. It has short sleeves and is semi fitted through to the asymmetric hemline. The upper chest, upper back and ...
1950'S BALMAIN Style Turquoise Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Embroidered Wi
Located in New York, NY
The embroidery and beading on this dress is next level! The expensive heavy satin was first embroidered with real metal thread in a foliate Indian style floral pattern. Then the magi...
Rare Archival Thierry Mugler Goddess Gown 1979 Eveing Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler Goddess Gown from one of his earliest Collections ca.1979. A masterful embodiment of ethereal elegance and avant-garde artistry. The dress cas...
$2,795
Size: Small / Medium
Vintage Bob Mackie 1980s Plunge Low Back 80s Long Sleeve Evening Nightgown Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 1980s BOB MACKIE for SAKS 5th AVENUE black and white plunging low back evening nightgown or evening gown! Features a sheer black and white mesh bodice, back and sleeves....
New Alexander McQueen F/W 2015 Wool Dress $2425 Sz IT 46
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Without Tags Alexander McQueen Heavy Weight Virgin Wool Dress Black Silver and Marigold Embroidered Floral Pattern at Hem $2425 Size: IT 46 The Belt on the Runway is an ...
F/W 1999 Chloé by Stella McCartney Maroon Bodycon Backless Cowl Dress 36FR
By Chloé, Stella McCartney
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Fall/Winter 1999 Chloé by Stella McCartney maroon bodycon dress features a draped cowl neckline that mirrors the dramatic open back, connected by a delicate strap. Debuting on...
Alexander McQueen black low plunge evening dress, fw 1998
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen black evening maxi dress with draped low plunge neckline. Fall-Winter 1998
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
New Roberto Cavalli Black Gold Print Stretch Blouse
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Gold Print Blouse Designer size 38 ( oversized - please check measurements) Black with Gold Print, Long Sleeve, 100% Viscose, Toggle Button Closure. Measurements:...
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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