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Balmain White Dress IT 42
By Balmain
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful Balmain dress Viscose (88%) Lycra White color Sleeveless Zip on the back Total length cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

Balmain White Dress IT 42
Balmain White Dress IT 42
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Size: IT 42 (US 6/8)
Marchesa Evening Dress IT 42
By Marchesa
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Super elegant gala dress Fuchsia color Golden embroidery with strass Sleeveless Total length cm 141
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Marchesa Evening Dress IT 42
Marchesa Evening Dress IT 42
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Size: IT 42 (US 6/8)
Roberto Cavalli Animalier Dress IT 42
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Beautiful Roberto Cavalli printed dress Viscose (88%) Polyester Black, beige and white color
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Animalier Dress IT 42
Roberto Cavalli Animalier Dress IT 42
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Size: IT 42 (US 6/8)
Roberto Cavalli Black and White Dress IT 42
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Wonderful style and fit for this Cavalli dress Viscose Fancy print Black and white Sleeveless
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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Black and White Dress IT 42
Roberto Cavalli Black and White Dress IT 42
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Size: Italian 42 - US 6/8
Olvi's Black Lace Dress IT 42 / US6/8
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Chic lace dress by Olvi's Polyamide (59%), viscose (29%) ed elasthane Lace Black color 3/4 Sleeve
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Olvi's Black Lace Dress IT 42 / US6/8
Olvi's Black Lace Dress IT 42 / US6/8
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Size: IT 42 (US 6/8)
Dolce & Gabbana 2013 SS RTW Sicilia linen Striped dress IT 42 rare D&G runway
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Dolce&Gabbana 2013 SS RTW Sicilia linen Striped dress IT 42 rare D&G runway Collection: Dolce
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

2021/2022 Versace FW Black Dress IT 42 (US 6/8)
By Versace
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Super dress by Versace F/W collection 2021/22 Black color Viscose (97%) Elastan (3%) Silk straps
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

2021/2022 Versace FW Black Dress IT 42 (US 6/8)
2021/2022 Versace FW Black Dress IT 42 (US 6/8)
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Size: IT 42 - US 6/8
New Fendi Baby Doll Black Plisse-Organza Mini Dress It.42
By Fendi
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Fendi Baby Doll Black Mini Dress Designer size 42 Black Plisse-Organza, Fully Lined in Silk
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2010s Italian Babydoll Dresses

Etro Runway Black Degrade Silk Fringe Cut Out Dress It. 42
By Etro
Located in Montgomery, TX
ETRO Runway Black Degrade Silk Fringe Dress Gown Designer size 42 Colors: Black & Tan Double
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

New Alexander McQueen S/S 2009 Blue Kaleidoscope Crystal Dress It. 42
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Alexander McQueen "Natural Dis-tinction, Un-Natural Selection" Collection Dress S/S 2009
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

New VERSACE One Shoulder Red Jersey Cocktail Crystal Embellished Dress It 42
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Sparkling crystals punctuate the waist of this pleated Versace cocktail dress. Italian size
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

New EMILIO PUCCI 7K Fully Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress It.42 - US 6
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
New EMILIO PUCCI Fully Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress Italian Size 42 - US 6 100% Silk, Color – Skin
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

New Tom Ford for Gucci 2004 Collection Gold Embellished Cocktail Dress It. 42
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Gucci Gold Cocktail Sexy Dress 2004 Collection Designer size 42 Mischa Barton wore
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Louisa Beccaria green velvet silver lace V neck sleeveless midi dress IT 42-44
Located in Paris, FR
LOVE LALI Vintage A lovely sleeveless midi length dress by Louis Beccaria in a shade of muted sea
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

New $20.000 Tom Ford *Broken Mirror* Lace Smokey Gray Crystal Beaded Dress It 42
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford *Broken Mirror* Lace Faceted Crystal Embellished Dress Gown Tom Ford's First
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2010s Italian Evening Gowns

S/S 2021 L# 24 VERSACE TRESOR DE LA MER BLUE STARFISH FRILL PLISSE Dress IT 42
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Collection Spring/Summer 2021 look # 24 Blue plisse dress Gold-tone hardware with
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

NWT Vintage VERSACE ATELIER F/W 2002 Runway Gold Lace Mini Dress It 42 - US 6
By Atelier Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE ATELIER Runway Gold Lace Mini Dress F/W 2002 Collection Italian size 42 - US 6 Silk Gold
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Tom Ford for Gucci 2003 Collection Cut Out Open Back Studded Dress It. 42 - US 6
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Rare Cut Out Studded Cocktail Dress Italian Size 42 - US 6 2003 Collection Super
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Tom Ford for Gucci 2003 Collection Cut Out Open Back Studded Dress It. 42 - US 6
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Rare Tom Ford for Gucci Rare Cut Out Studded Cocktail Dress Italian Size 42 - US 6 2003 Collection
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

New Etro Runway Cut-Out Waist with Leather Belt Double Closure Dress It 42 US 6
By Etro
Located in Montgomery, TX
New ETRO Runway Cut-Out Waist with Leather Belt Italian size 42 – US 6 Colors – Black, Multycolored
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier 1990's Vintage Bustier Bodycon Knit Mini Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Naples, FL
Jean Paul Gaultier Junior 1990's Vintage Bustier Bodycon Knit Mini Dress IT 42
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1990s Day Dresses

Versace F/W 2006 Bustier One Shoulder Black Evening Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace F/W 2006 Bustier One Shoulder Black Evening Dress IT 42 FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM
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Early 2000s Day Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier Resort 2011 Off Shoulder Tunic Blazer Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Naples, FL
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Off Shoulder Tunic Blazer Dress IT 42
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace F/W 2003 Runway Unworn Editorial Abstract Floral Print Dress
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace F/W 2003 Runway Unworn Editorial Abstract Floral Print Dress IT 42 Look 11 from the Fall
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Early 2000s Day Dresses

Versace S/S 2005 Runway Baroque Print Belted Wrap Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Baroque Print Belted Wrap Dress IT 42
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace S/S 2012 Runway Embellished Gold Studded Ivory Leather Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2012 Runway Embellished Gold Studded Ivory Leather Dress IT 42 Looks 27, 29 & 45 from
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2010s Day Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Lace Up Bustier Sheer Lace Crochet Bodycon Black Mini Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Naples, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Lace Up Bustier Sheer Lace Crochet Bodycon Black Mini Dress IT 42
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2007 Corset Belted Bra Bustier Bodycon Gold Acetate Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Naples, FL
Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2007 Corset Belted Bra Bustier Bodycon Gold Acetate Dress IT 42
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace F/W 1991 Couture Bustier Corset Lace Up Black Mini Dress
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace F/W 1991 Couture Bustier Corset Lace Up Black Mini Dress IT 42
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace S/S 1994 Runway Couture Vintage Crinkle Silk Lace Black Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace S/S 1994 Runway Couture Vintage Crinkle Silk Lace Black Dress IT 42
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2001 Plunging Draped Mesh Black Evening Dress Gown
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2001 Plunging Draped Mesh Black Gown Dress IT 42
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace S/S 2005 Runway Logo Belted Cutout Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Logo Belted Cutout Back Dress IT 42 Look 24 from the Spring 2005
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Trésor De La Mer Print Cutout Back Halter Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Trésor De La Mer Print Cutout Back Halter Dress IT 42
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace S/S 2002 Plunging Leather and Sheer Lace Panels Cutout Mini Dress
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace S/S 2002 Plunging Leather and Sheer Lace Panels Cutout Mini Dress IT 42
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace S/S 2005 Runway Logo Belt Plunging Backless Wrap Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Logo Belt Plunging Backless Wrap Dress IT 42 Look 8 from the Spring 2005
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci S/S 2005 Runway Bustier Open Cutout Back Silk Dress
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci S/S 2005 Runway Bustier Open Cutout Back Silk Dress IT 42 Look 33 from the Spring 2005
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci S/S 2005 Runway Bustier Open Cutout Back Silk Dress
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci S/S 2005 Runway Bustier Open Cutout Back Silk Dress IT 42 Look 31 from the Spring 2005
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Bodycon Backless Buckle Straps Knit Black Midi Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Bodycon Backless Buckle Straps Knit Black Midi Dress IT 42
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 1997 Vintage One Shoulder Logo Buckle Black Mini Dress
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 1997 Vintage One Shoulder Logo Buckle Black Mini Dress IT 42
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace F/W 2004 Runway Embellished Sheer Cutouts Studded Detail Evening Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace F/W 2004 Runway Embellished Cutout Sheer Mesh Panels Studded Detail Evening Dress IT 42
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Cutout Black Dress
By Tom Ford
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Cutout Black Dress IT 42 Gucci dress with tiered accents, square
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Fausto Puglisi F/W 2015 Runway Unworn Embellished Cutout Mini Dress
By FAUSTO PUGLISI
Located in Naples, FL
Fausto Puglisi F/W 2015 Runway Unworn Embellished Cutout Mini Dress IT 42 Look 24 from the Fall
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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace Classic 1990's Sheer Open Knit Ivory Dress
By V2 Versace Classic
Located in Naples, FL
Versace Classic 1990's Sheer Open Knit Ivory Dress IT 42 Please see the approximate measurements
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Open Back Black Maxi Evening Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Naples, FL
Jean Paul Gaultier Open Back Black Maxi Evening Dress IT 42 Jean Paul Gaultier black maxi dress
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace S/S 2013 Runway Medusa Tie Dye Print Cutout Back Belted Mini Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2013 Runway Medusa Tie Dye Print Cutout Back Belted Mini Dress IT 42 Look 36 from the
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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace S/S 2016 Runway Embellished Cutout Sheer Panels Mini Evening Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2016 Runway Embellished Cutout Sheer Panels Mini Evening Dress IT 42 Look 55 from the
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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2002 Runway Unworn Sheer Lace Corset Black Midi Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Naples, FL
Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2002 Runway Unworn Sheer Lace Corset Black Midi Dress IT 42 Look 4 from the
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace Intensive Vintage C. 1990's Cutout Open Back Black Mini Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace Intensive Vintage C.1990's Cutout Open Back Black Mini Dress IT 42 Versace
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace S/S 2005 Plunging Neckline Backless Seashell Print Belted Wrap Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2005 Plunging Neckline Backless Seashell Print Belted Wrap Dress IT 42 Condition
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2004 Embellished Plunging Cutout Black Evening Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2004 Embellished Plunging Cutout Black Evening Dress IT 42 Gucci evening
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

New Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2004 Sheer Embellished Crystal Belt Lace Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Naples, FL
New Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2004 Sheer Embellished Crystal Belt Lace Silk Dress IT 42 Dolce & Gabbana
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2000 Embellished Psychedelic Print Maxi Skirt Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Naples, FL
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2000 Runway Embellished Psychedelic Print Bodycon Maxi Skirt Dress IT 42
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace F/W 2004 Embellished Studded Plunging Keyhole Neckline Open Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace F/W 2004 Embellished Studded Halter Plunging Keyhole Neckline Open Back Dress IT 42
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace F/W 2009 Embellished Plunging Neckline Open Back Black Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace F/W 2009 Embellished Plunging Neckline Open Back Black Dress IT 42 Versace sleeveless
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Atelier Versace Haute Couture F/W 1998 Embellished Sheer Cutout Mini Dress
By Atelier Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Atelier Versace by Gianni Versace Haute Couture F/W 1998 Embellished Sheer Cutout Mini Dress IT 42
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990's Jean Paul Gaultier Knit Semi-Sheer Chain Embellished Black Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Naples, FL
1990's Jean Paul Gaultier Semi-Sheer Lace Up Metal Chain Embellished Black Knit Dress IT 42 Jean
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci F/W 2005 Runway Embellished Halter Silk Black Dress
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci F/W 2005 Runway Embellished Halter Silk Black Dress IT 42 Look 33 from the Fall 2005
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci F/W 2005 Runway Plunging Neckline Cutout Back Silk Blue Dress
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci F/W 2005 Runway Plunging Neckline Cutout Back Silk Blue Dress IT 42 Look 31 from the Fall
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace Runway S/S 2000 Vintage Tropical Print Plunging Neckline Dress
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace Runway S/S 2000 Vintage Tropical Print Plunging Neckline Dress IT 42 Look 36 from
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana F/W 2003 Runway Cutout Snap-Up Convertible Knit Black Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Naples, FL
Dolce & Gabbana F/W 2003 Runway Cutout Snap-Up Convertible Knit Black Dress IT 42 Look 14 from the
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary dress it 42 you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Gray, Brown, Beige and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a dress it 42 from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Gucci, Versace and Roberto Cavalli each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Finding a dress it 42 for sale for women should be easy, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for men as well.

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On average, a dress it 42 on 1stDibs sells for $820, while they’re typically $105 on the low end and $22,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think Galliano and Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino 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 Chanel remain classic for haute couture advocates and beyond. By exploring the vast array of vintage collections on these pages, you can transform your closet into a retreat that is as retro as it is royal. 

Velvet cocktail dresses and silk evening gowns designed by French-born American couturiere Pauline Trigère — who dressed Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor — have proven timeless since their mid-century debut, while an overcoat by Alexander McQueen is the perfect finishing touch. In fact, an emerald one stays in rotation for Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge.

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Questions About Dress It 42
  • Couture ClosetsMarch 21, 2021
    Gucci size IT42 converts to a U.S. sized Medium or 6
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    American flags had 42 stars for a very brief period of time following the official statehood of Washington on November 11, 1889. When Idaho became a state on July 3, 1890, the flag had 43 stars. Only a small number of manufacturers produced flags with only 42 stars. You'll find a selection of antique American flags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A size 42 jacket refers to the inches across someone's chest. Depending on the brand, a 42 could be a large or an extra large.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chiffon is a light and sheer material that's typically made of silk, nylon or rayon. It's often used for lingerie and formalwear.
  • 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A mod dress is a style of dress that originated along with the mod subculture in London — a culture with roots in 1950s' bohemian-style coffee bars where jazz and blues were played on jukeboxes. Later, during the 1960s, mods were generally fashion-conscious teenagers living in London and south England who listened to these types of music as well as R&B. Mod dresses were among the garments worn by mods, and they were colorful and were embellished by interesting patterns and designs. Mod dresses were made with a short hem. A range of mod dresses by Mary Quant, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and others can be found on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A swing dress is a dress with an a-line shape that tends to flow as one moves. Swing dresses hit peak popularity in the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A dressing chair may refer to the stool or short seat that is intended to accompany a vanity table. Vanities been variously known as dressing tables or makeup tables over the years, but no matter what we call them — and whether it's a sophisticated contemporary piece or an iconic vintage Luigi Massoni vanity — vanities have offered a special place for us to get ready for work, an early-morning appointment or lunch date or whatever lies ahead. Find your vintage dressing chair or vanity table on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A dress ring is any ring that is not a wedding or an engagement ring. They can add charm to any formal or semi-formal outfit. Dress rings can be made of gold, silver, and more and can be studded with precious or semi-precious stones for added visual flair. Shop a collection of vintage and modern dress rings from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
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    A dupioni dress is a dress made of a type of silk fabric called dupioni. It is very popular in bridal wear and in other formal wear. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer dupioni dresses and home décor from top designers.
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    Rayon is a fabric produced from regenerated cellulose fiber and is used to make dresses. It's made from cellulose, which is a semi-synthetic material. It has a comparable drape and softness like silk. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns from top fashion designers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A wiggle dress is a dress that falls just below the knee and has a hemline that is narrower than your waist. It is a figure-hugging dress that might add some pep to your walk, resulting in a “wiggle” in your hip. Wiggle dresses came about in the 1950s. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns from top fashion boutiques around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    An A-line dress is a dress with a certain shape or cut. Specifically, dresses considered to be A-line styles fit closely along the bust and then gently flare outward for a flowier fit through the waist and hips all the way to the hem. The name of the style comes from the fact that A-line dresses show off a triangular shape similar to the letter A when hung on a hanger. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Grecian dress is distinguished by draped or pleated fabric, ruching, and toga-like shoulders. During New York Fashion Week in 2021, Grecian gowns were seen on the runways and in presentations by designers such as Donna Karan and Monique Lhuillier. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage Grecian dresses.
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    A peplum on a dress is a pleated, short and gathered fabric strip or frill of cloth, which is attached at the waist of the dress. Peplum dresses are considered very trendy and fashionable. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer peplum dresses from top fashion boutiques around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A ruched dress uses a specific pleating or gathering of the dress material which results in a slimming effect. The ruched style is also used as a means of decoration.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, a gown and a dress are not always the same type of clothing. While a gown is a type of dress, not all dresses are gowns. Gowns tend to be more formal and suited for black-tie and evening events. Shop a wide selection of high-end gowns and designer dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A dress clip is a type of pin that typically accents a piece of clothing and can be styled on either the shirt collar of a jacket or the straps of a dress. Dress clips were originally worn in pairs, but today, a dress clip can also be worn as a brooch. Shop a range of vintage dress clips from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A column dress is a slim-fit dress — this garment will feature a straight cut and will fit your body very closely. Column dresses are a timeless, classic style and are ideal for formal evening engagements or just a night out on the town. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer column dresses from top fashion boutiques around the world.

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