What is a draped gown?

A draped gown is a single piece of garment that is draped around the body. It is a cutaway or stitched as in a tailored garment. Drape gowns can hold to the body through sashes, pinning, knotting, clasps, belts, tying drawstrings, fibulae, or just friction and gravity. Find a range of vintage and designer draped gowns on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a drape and a curtain?

The difference between a drape and a curtain is that drapes are long enough to reach the floor, typically, and are lined with material that is specifically intended to keep out light. Curtains might be short — covering half a window in the kitchen, for example — and while the curtains in your bedroom might keep out some sunlight, they won’t keep out all of it. Drapes are usually made with heavier fabrics such as velvet or a similar material, while curtains usually feature lightweight and sometimes sheer fabrics. Find a collection of antique and vintage drapes and curtains on 1stDibs today.

What is the difference between a dress and a cocktail dress?

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.

What is a chiffon dress?

Chiffon is a light and sheer material that's typically made of silk, nylon or rayon. It's often used for lingerie and formalwear.

What is a couture dress?

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.

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.

What are swing dresses?

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.

What is a dressing chair?

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.

What is a dress ring?

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.

What is a dupioni dress?

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.

What is a rayon dress?

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.

What is a wiggle dress?

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.

What is an A-line dress?

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.

Where is the hem of a dress?

The hem of a dress is the bottom edge. Depending on the length of the dress, the hem will fall in different places. With a gown or maxi dress, the hemline is usually between the ankle and floor, while the hemlines of micro and mini dresses brush against the thighs. Explore a large selection of dresses from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.

What is a Halston dress?

A Halston dress is any dress produced by the American fashion house of Halston. One of Halston's early successes was the sexy Ultrasuede shirtdress, an unassuming adaptation of a man's oxford shirt introduced in 1972 that became a fashion staple for the well-dressed woman. Named for a washable synthetic fabric that evokes the feel of suede, the Ultrasuede shirtdress was cut to complement many figures with buttons that began at the breastbone rather than at the garment's structured neckline. In one season, 60,000 were sold. Halston is also well known for its seductive, bodycon evening dresses that helped define the style trends of the 1970s. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Halston dresses.

What is a bodycon dress?

A bodycon dress is a dress designed to accentuate the curves of the body. Most bodycon dresses feature stretchy material that allows for a form-fitting effect. The name “bodycon” comes from the term "body conscious," referring to the fact that the cut of the dress makes you conscious of the wearer's curves. Shop a collection of bodycon dresses on 1stDibs.

What is a Grecian dress?

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.

What is a peplum on a dress?

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.

What is a ruched dress?

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.

Is a gown and a dress the same?

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.

Dress With Draping

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1940s Casual Dresses

1940S Burgundy Embroidered Floral Lace Day Dress With Draped Wrap Front

Size: M

1950S Blue & Green Floral Cotton Dress With Draped Vava-Voom Neckline

Located in New York, NY

1950S Blue & Green Floral Cotton Dress With Draped Vava-Voom Neckline

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1950s Unknown Empire Waist Dresses

1950S Blue & Green Floral Cotton Dress With Draped Vava-Voom Neckline

Size: 2

1990S JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Black Wool Blend Knit Dress With Draped Sash

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in New York, NY

1990S JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Black Wool Blend Knit Dress With Draped Sash

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1990s Casual Dresses

1990S JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Black Wool Blend Knit Dress With Draped Sash

1960S Black Rayon Crepe LBD Cocktail Dress With Draped Long Fringe Back

Located in New York, NY

1960S Black Rayon Crepe LBD Cocktail Dress With Draped Long Fringe Back

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1960s Casual Dresses

1960S Black Rayon Crepe LBD Cocktail Dress With Draped Long Fringe Back

Size: 2

Printed cocktail dress with drape belt and rhinestone buckle Roberto Cavalli

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Printed cocktail dress with drape belt and rhinestone buckle. Fabric composition : 100% rayon

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Printed cocktail dress with drape belt and rhinestone buckle Roberto Cavalli

Size: 44 (It) 10 (US)

Silk leopard wrapped dress with drape waist Emanuel Ungaro Parallèle Circa 1980

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Silk leopard wrapped dress with drape waist. Lining inside the waist: cotton and polyester. Zip

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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Silk leopard wrapped dress with drape waist Emanuel Ungaro Parallèle Circa 1980

Size: 38 (Fr) M

Gold jersey evening dress with draped and metal rings Roberto Cavalli

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Gold jersey evening dress with draped and metal rings. Raw cut edge. Zip in the middle back on the

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Gold jersey evening dress with draped and metal rings Roberto Cavalli

Size: 38 (Fr) 8 (US) M

Dolce & Gabbana Renaissance printed silk dress with draped skirt, ss 1990

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

▪ Dolce & Gabbana evening dress with draped skirt ▪ Print: Transfiguration by Raphael (1516–1520

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Renaissance printed silk dress with draped skirt, ss 1990

Size: Small

Backless red silk chiffon cocktail dress with drape and ruffles Fontana Couture

By Fontana

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Backless red silk chiffon cocktail dress with drape and ruffles. Fabric buttons and buttonhole

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Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Dresses

Backless red silk chiffon cocktail dress with drape and ruffles Fontana Couture

Size: 46 (It) but M

1940S Burgundy Embroidered Floral Lace Day Dress With Draped Wrap Front

By Gianni Versace

Located in New York, NY

1940S Burgundy Embroidered Floral Lace Day Dress With Draped Wrap Front

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1940s Italian Ties

1940S Burgundy Embroidered Floral Lace Day Dress With Draped Wrap Front

Size: XS

Valentino Red Crepe Vintage Dress With Draping

By Valentino

Located in Portland, OR

There is nothing like the perfect red! The Valentino dress is in the classic "Valentino red" which

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Early 2000s European Evening Dresses

Valentino Red Crepe Vintage Dress With Draping

Size: See Description

Ceil Chapman Black Cocktail Dress with Draped Detail Size Small

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black silk. The dress features a drape detail at

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Ceil Chapman Black Cocktail Dress with Draped Detail Size Small

L 38 in

Adolfo Vintage Silk Tonal Leopard Print Black Dress With Draping

By Adolfo

Located in Portland, OR

This is a fabulous Adolfo 2 piece black silk dress with pencil skirt and top from the 1980's. The

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Adolfo Vintage Silk Tonal Leopard Print Black Dress With Draping

Valentino Garavani Ivory Silk Crepe Evening Dress With Drape & Pleated Sleeves

By Valentino

Located in Portland, OR

looped drape in the back and beautiful pleated cap sleeves. We love having dresses like this in our

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino Garavani Ivory Silk Crepe Evening Dress With Drape & Pleated Sleeves

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Stretch Wool Dress with Draped Mesh Collar Size XS

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Jean Paul Gaultier dress is composed of a patterned stretch wool, with mesh collar, and

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20th Century French Day Dresses

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Stretch Wool Dress with Draped Mesh Collar Size XS

Size: Extra Small

Travilla Purple Silk Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress with Draping Size 8

By Travilla

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Travilla cocktail dress is fashioned from a wonderful purple silk. The dress features a v

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20th Century Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Travilla Purple Silk Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress with Draping Size 8

Size: 8

Blue cotton sleeveless dress with drape in the front Lanvin by Alber Elbaz

By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Blue cotton sleeveless dress with twisted drape in the front. Zip in the middle back. Elastic belt

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Blue cotton sleeveless dress with drape in the front Lanvin by Alber Elbaz

Size: 38 (Fr) 8 (US) M

Vicky Tiel Black Lace Cocktail Dress with Draped Jersey Skirt Size Small

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Vicky Tiel cocktail dress is composed of a black sequin lace and features a draped jersey

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20th Century French Cocktail Dresses

Vicky Tiel Black Lace Cocktail Dress with Draped Jersey Skirt Size Small

L 42.5 in

Black Fish Scale Sequin Sheath Dress with Draped Ruched Hobble Skirt – XS, 1960s

Located in Tucson, AZ

This poured-on wiggle dress attracts serious attention on two fronts: first, its aurora borealis

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1960s American Evening Dresses

Black Fish Scale Sequin Sheath Dress with Draped Ruched Hobble Skirt – XS, 1960s

Size: none; comparable to size XS

Ceil Chapman 1950's Black Cocktail Dress with Draped Peplum Detail Size Small

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black rayon. The dress features a draped waist

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Ceil Chapman 1950's Black Cocktail Dress with Draped Peplum Detail Size Small

L 41.5 in

1950's Peach Lace Cocktail Dress with Draped Chiffon Waist Size 8 10

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This cocktail dress is composed of a peach hue lace with scalloped edges. Features a gathered

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20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

1950's Peach Lace Cocktail Dress with Draped Chiffon Waist Size 8 10

Size: Large

CEIL CHAPMAN 1960's Black Hand Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress with Drape Size 4

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a hand beaded black silk. Features a center back

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

CEIL CHAPMAN 1960's Black Hand Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress with Drape Size 4

Size: 2

1940's Fashion Illustration - Lady In White Dress With Draped Orange Head Scarf

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Very stylish, unique and original 1940's fashion design by French illustrator Geneviève Thomas. The painting, executed in gouache and pencil. The sketch is original, vintage and me...

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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Gouache

Geneviève Thomas
1940's Fashion Illustration - Lady In White Dress With Draped Orange Head Scarf, c. 1940's

H 10 in W 6.5 in

50s Dorothy O'Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress

By Dorothy O'Hara

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Dorothy O'Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress. Classic 1950s crepe wiggle dress with draped

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

50s Dorothy O'Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress

L 42 in

1940s Chartreuse Rayon Crepe Print Swing Dress w/ Draped Hip & Cummerbund Waist

Located in Gresham, OR

A beautiful 1940s Marian McCoy chartreuse and cream abstract print coral/floral rayon crepe dress

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940s Chartreuse Rayon Crepe Print Swing Dress w/ Draped Hip & Cummerbund Waist

Size: 6-8

early 1980's ISSEY MIYAKE terra cotta draped cotton dress

By Issey Miyake

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very unique, slightly padded cotton dress with draped neckline and back. No size indicated however

Category

1980s Japanese Day Dresses

early 1980's ISSEY MIYAKE terra cotta draped cotton dress

L 51 in

1990's LEONARD silk jersey leopard printed draped dress

By Leonard

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Vivid, leopard-printed, silk-jersey dress with draped cut designed by Leonard dating to the 1990's

Category

1990s French Day Dresses

1990's LEONARD silk jersey leopard printed draped dress

Size: fits US 8-10

Purple cocktail bustier dress with rhinestone brooch Jiki Monte Carlo

By Jiki Monte Carlo

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Purple cocktail bustier dress with drape and bow with rhinestone brooch. No lining. SIZE 38 (M)

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Purple cocktail bustier dress with rhinestone brooch Jiki Monte Carlo

Size: 38 (M)

YVES SAINT LAURENT by Stefano Pilati black draped caftan dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Dramatic, jet black caftan dress with draped sides at designed by Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint

Category

Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

YVES SAINT LAURENT by Stefano Pilati black draped caftan dress

Size: FR XXS

1960s Galanos Black Matte Jersey Cocktail Dress

By Galanos, James Galanos

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage Galanos from Amelia Gray Black matte jersey dress with draping and zipper. Size: 4

Category

1960s American Evening Gowns

1960s Galanos Black Matte Jersey Cocktail Dress

1940's White Rayon Crepe Old Hollywood Style Draped Dress

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1940's white rayon crepe old Hollywood style dress with draped swag. Loosely gathered across the

Category

1940s American Informal Dresses

1940's White Rayon Crepe Old Hollywood Style Draped Dress

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

Category

1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander McQueen black low plunge evening dress, fw 1998

Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6

Roberto Cavalli black wool low back trained evening dress, c. 2000s

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in London, GB

Roberto Cavalli black wool low back trained evening dress with draped neckline. c. 2000s

Category

Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli black wool low back trained evening dress, c. 2000s

Size: Small

1950s Ceil Chapman Navy Fitted Spring Sheath Dress w/ Lace Décolletage Neckline

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Gresham, OR

A stunning 1950s Ceil Chapman lightweight navy silk fitted sheath dress with draped hip and a

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Ceil Chapman Navy Fitted Spring Sheath Dress w/ Lace Décolletage Neckline

Size: 6-8

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Bustier Dress in Silk, 1980s

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent silk bustier dress with draping on the chest. The perfect dress for an

Category

1980s Evening Dresses

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Bustier Dress in Silk, 1980s

Size: M

Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheath w/3 Wrap Belts & Bustle Dress

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Couture fashion. Beautifully designed featuring fitted sheath style dress with draped bustle reflecting

Category

Early 2000s Sheath Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheath w/3 Wrap Belts & Bustle Dress

NEW Missoni Metallic Lurex Crochet Knit Asymmetric Dress 42

By Missoni

Located in Switzerland, CH

multicolored Lurex-knit dress with draped neckline - so sexy. Missoni signature crochet knit pattern Stunning

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NEW Missoni Metallic Lurex Crochet Knit Asymmetric Dress 42

Size: 42

Bill Blass Strapless Dress Ensemble with Blazer & One Shoulder Wrap XS Petite

By Bill Blass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

silk lame. Features an exquisite petite ruched dress with draping, a long free flowing one armed

Category

20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bill Blass Strapless Dress Ensemble with Blazer & One Shoulder Wrap XS Petite

Balenciaga Draped Jersey Dress

By Balenciaga

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Balenciaga draped jersey dress in black with gathered side seams and slightly puffed

Category

Early 2000s French Day Dresses

Balenciaga Draped Jersey Dress

Size: 40

Emanuel Ungaro Check Draped Dress

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great fine black and white small check light weight wool dress by Emanuel Ungaro. It has a crew

Category

1990s French Day Dresses

Emanuel Ungaro Check Draped Dress

Size: 10

1990's YVES SAINT LAURENT black draped strapless dress with lace

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Jet-black, strapless dress with asymmetrical draping and lace accent designed by Yves Saint Laurent

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1990s French Mini Dress

1990's YVES SAINT LAURENT black draped strapless dress with lace

Size: FR 38

Green draped dress with one shoulder

By Lanvin Paris

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Lanvin, Green draped dress with one shoulder, could be worn multiple ways. The item is in very good

Category

2010s Evening Dresses

Green draped dress with one shoulder

Size: IT40 - XS

Draped slip dress with leopard print Roberto Cavalli

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Draped slip dress with leopard print. No fabric composition tag but probably silk chiffon and black

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Draped slip dress with leopard print Roberto Cavalli

Size: 38 (Fr) 8 (US) M

Adele Simpson Vintage Black Crepe Dress With Dramatic Satin Drape

By Adele Simpson

Located in Portland, OR

This 1980s little black dress by Adele Simpson has a gorgeous drape across each shoulder! It has

Category

1980s European Day Dresses

Adele Simpson Vintage Black Crepe Dress With Dramatic Satin Drape

1950S Purple Floral Cotton Draped Sateen Dress With Sequin Details

Located in New York, NY

1950S Purple Floral Cotton Draped Sateen Dress With Sequin Details

Category

1950s American Day Dresses

1950S Purple Floral Cotton Draped Sateen Dress With Sequin Details

Size: 2

Jean Muir Cut out Maxi Dress with Back Draping 1970s

By Jean Muir

Located in Water Mill, NY

dress has lots of detail- cut outs at the shoulders, upper and mid back with shoulder draping down each

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1970s English Day Dresses

Jean Muir Cut out Maxi Dress with Back Draping 1970s

Size: 8

Victor Costa Dress with Back Drape

By Victor Costa

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black taffeta dress from Victor Costa. It has a deep V back with an elaborate double

Category

1980s American Day Dresses

Victor Costa Dress with Back Drape

Size: 4

Tom Ford New Drape Back Ruched Dress

By Tom Ford

Located in Water Mill, NY

This is a gorgeous cobalt blue silk dress by Tom Ford. It is sleeveless, semi fitted with a

Category

2010s Italian Day Dresses

Tom Ford New Drape Back Ruched Dress

Size: S, M

Blumarine, Strapless draped dress

By Blumarine

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Blumarine, Strapless draped dress in grey. This item is new - unworn. With zipper on the side

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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Blumarine, Strapless draped dress

Size: IT40 - XS

1950S Teal Floral Print Cotton Draped Bodice Dress With Cap Sleeves

Located in New York, NY

1950S Teal Floral Print Cotton Draped Bodice Dress With Cap Sleeves

Category

1950s American Day Dresses

1950S Teal Floral Print Cotton Draped Bodice Dress With Cap Sleeves

Size: 2

Blumarine, Orange draped dress

By Blumarine

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Blumarine, Orange draped dress with crystal embellishments. The item is in very good condition

Category

2010s Evening Dresses

Blumarine, Orange draped dress

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Size: IT44 - M

Alexander Wang Brown Asymmetric Draped Mini Dress Size S

By Alexander Wang

Located in London, GB

designer resale item. Details Brown Linen Mini dress Asymmetric and draped accent V neckline Side zip

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Mini Dress

Alexander Wang Brown Asymmetric Draped Mini Dress Size S

Size: 8

Marni Archival Purple Draped Crepe Dress

By Consuelo Castiglioni, Marni

Located in London, GB

Gorgeous vintage Marni dress. Has been newly dry cleaned. Made from soft purple viscose crepe with

Category

Early 2000s Unknown Casual Dresses

Marni Archival Purple Draped Crepe Dress

Size: IT40

Black Velvet Bonwit Teller Modesty Ladies' Maid Art Deco Day Dress - S, 1930s

By Bonwit Teller

Located in Tucson, AZ

dress with draping wrap skirt, tonal pattern bodice and left hip sash tie; wide scooping neckline

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1930s American Shift Cocktail Dresses

Black Velvet Bonwit Teller Modesty Ladies' Maid Art Deco Day Dress - S, 1930s

Size: none; comparable to size S

Draped cocktail dress with ruffles and flower print Louis Féraud

By Louis Feraud

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Draped cocktail dress with ruffles and flower print. Boned. Zip middle back. No fabric tag

Category

1980s German Cocktail Dresses

Draped cocktail dress with ruffles and flower print Louis Féraud

Size: 46 (Fr) 14 (Us)

Navy French Brocade Slim Dress with Collar and Draped back

By Barbara Tfank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Navy lilac floral French brocade loose fitting slim dress with 3 /4 sleeves. The collar drapes

Category

2010s American Cocktail Dresses

Navy French Brocade Slim Dress with Collar and Draped back

Size: 6 +

Printed draped jersey dress with gold metal brooch Roberto Cavalli

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Printed draped ( on bust and waist) jersey dress with gold metal brooch on the bust.

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Printed draped jersey dress with gold metal brooch Roberto Cavalli

Size: S (34/36)

Stella McCartney Women's Pink Draped Knee Length Dress

By Stella McCartney

Located in London, GB

Viscose Knee length dress Round neckline Drape skirt Back zip closure with hook and eye Short sleeves

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21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses

Stella McCartney Women's Pink Draped Knee Length Dress

Size: 12

Roland Mouret Black Jersey Draped & Lace Back Maxi Dress M

By Roland Mouret

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Experience the joy of expert tailoring with this designer dress for women. Meticulously made, it

Category

2010s Italian Maxi Dress

Roland Mouret Black Jersey Draped & Lace Back Maxi Dress M

Size: M

Dolce & Gabbana red jersey draped drawstring mini dress, ss 2003

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

Dolce & Gabbana red viscose jersey mini dress and detached sleeves with various drawstring

Category

Early 2000s Italian Mini Dress

Dolce & Gabbana red jersey draped drawstring mini dress, ss 2003

Size: FR 36 - IT 40 - UK 8

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Dress With Draping For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary dress with draping for your needs in our varied inventory. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have brown, blue, gray and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect dress with draping among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Vicky Tiel, Comme des Garçons and Jean Paul Gaultier are consistently popular. 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 Dress With Draping?

Prices for a dress with draping can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $150 and can go as high as $15,000, while, on average they fetch $895.

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From museum-worthy vintage Oscar de la Renta evening dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing available 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 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.

Those seeking modern high-fashion brands are also in luck. Turn your day-to-day into a runway with selections from Dolce & Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace or complete that fresh look with stunning footwear classics from the likes of Gucci and Christian Louboutin. The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing.

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Questions About Dress With Draping

What is a draped gown?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A draped gown is a single piece of garment that is draped around the body. It is a cutaway or stitched as in a tailored garment. Drape gowns can hold to the body through sashes, pinning, knotting, clasps, belts, tying drawstrings, fibulae, or just friction and gravity. Find a range of vintage and designer draped gowns on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a drape and a curtain?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The difference between a drape and a curtain is that drapes are long enough to reach the floor, typically, and are lined with material that is specifically intended to keep out light. Curtains might be short — covering half a window in the kitchen, for example — and while the curtains in your bedroom might keep out some sunlight, they won’t keep out all of it. Drapes are usually made with heavier fabrics such as velvet or a similar material, while curtains usually feature lightweight and sometimes sheer fabrics. Find a collection of antique and vintage drapes and curtains on 1stDibs today.
What is the difference between a dress and a cocktail dress?
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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.
What is a chiffon dress?
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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.
What is a couture dress?
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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.
What is a mod dress?
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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.
What are swing dresses?
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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.
What is a dressing chair?
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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.
What is a dress ring?
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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.
What is a dupioni dress?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
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.
What is a rayon dress?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
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.
What is a wiggle dress?
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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.
What is an A-line dress?
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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.
Where is the hem of a dress?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
The hem of a dress is the bottom edge. Depending on the length of the dress, the hem will fall in different places. With a gown or maxi dress, the hemline is usually between the ankle and floor, while the hemlines of micro and mini dresses brush against the thighs. Explore a large selection of dresses from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
What is a Halston dress?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
A Halston dress is any dress produced by the American fashion house of Halston. One of Halston's early successes was the sexy Ultrasuede shirtdress, an unassuming adaptation of a man's oxford shirt introduced in 1972 that became a fashion staple for the well-dressed woman. Named for a washable synthetic fabric that evokes the feel of suede, the Ultrasuede shirtdress was cut to complement many figures with buttons that began at the breastbone rather than at the garment's structured neckline. In one season, 60,000 were sold. Halston is also well known for its seductive, bodycon evening dresses that helped define the style trends of the 1970s. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Halston dresses.
What is a bodycon dress?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
A bodycon dress is a dress designed to accentuate the curves of the body. Most bodycon dresses feature stretchy material that allows for a form-fitting effect. The name “bodycon” comes from the term "body conscious," referring to the fact that the cut of the dress makes you conscious of the wearer's curves. Shop a collection of bodycon dresses on 1stDibs.
What is a Grecian dress?
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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.
What is a peplum on a dress?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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.
What is a ruched dress?
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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.
Is a gown and a dress the same?
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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.

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