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1990S Moschino Bright Lime Green Rayon & Silk Cocktail Dress
By Moschino
Located in New York, NY
1990S Moschino Bright Lime Green Rayon & Silk Cocktail Dress
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1990s Cocktail Dresses

1960s Bright Green Embellished Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A great bold cocktail dress from the 1960s. In a stunning, eye-catching bright green slub silk with
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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Bright Pink Raw Silk Cocktail Dress
By Harrods
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress in a wonderful pink raw silk. This dress was made for Harrods. It has a deep
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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Stephen Burrows Bright Cerulean Blue Jersey, Taffeta and Chiffon Tassel Dress
By Stephen Burrows
Located in Greenport, NY
clientele. His garments, known for their bright colors and "lettuce hem" curly-edges, became an integral
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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

NWT 2000s Ralph Lauren Purple Label Bright Yellow Knit Cotton Bodycon Tank Dress
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Ralph Lauren
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Ralph Lauren bright yellow tank dress from the 2000's is crafted from a soft ribbed knit
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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

PIERRE BALMAIN c.1980's Bright Pink Silk Strapless Orange Belted Cocktail Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Pierre Balmain c.1980's bright pink silk strapless cocktail dress. Bright pink quilted
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1960s Dynasty Paisley Bright Colorful Silk Vintage 60s Sleeveless Shift Dress
By Dynasty
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s DYNASTY paisley bright colorful silk sleeveless shift dress ! Features a tailored bodice
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1960s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

Badgley Mischka Fuchsia Bright Pink Draped Long Evening Dress Size 6
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This dress is draped so beautifully designed by the American powerhouse duo of Badgley Mischka. The
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2010s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

Sexy 1990s Vintage Emilio Pucci Bright Orange Silk Jersey Side Print Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1990s Emilio Pucci silk jersey dress in a vibrant bright orange hue! Wonderful signature print
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1960s Pierre Cardin Museum Held Bright Orange Space Age Petal Hem Vintage Dress
By Pierre Cardin Couture, Pierre Cardin
Located in San Diego, CA
This circa 1968 Pierre Cardin bright orange wool sleeveless late 60s Space Age vintage dress with
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1960s Cocktail Dresses

ACLER bright orange silky keyhole draped raglan puff sleeves mini dress US2 XS
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ACLER bright orange silky keyhole draped raglan puff sleeves mini dress US2 XS Reference: AAWC
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Cocktail Dresses

1970s St Michael Italian Made Bright Colorful Flower Print Long Sleeve 70s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 70s ST. MICHAEL Italian made bright colorful flower print long sleeve dress ! Features
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1970s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1980s-90s Arnold Scaasi Vintage Bright Pink Red Black Floral Print Silk Dress
By Arnold Scassi, Arnold Scaasi
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage Arnold Scaasi silk dress in a vibrant floral print. Fully lined with rear zip and
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

2005 Prada Spring Ready-to-Wear Red Taffeta Cocktail Dress With Apron
By Prada
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Babydoll style Prada bright red silk taffeta cocktail dress from the 2005 Spring ready-to-wear
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Lilli Diamond 1970s Bright Red Crinkle Crepe Shift with Giant Bow at Shoulder
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lilli Diamond 1970s bright red shift dress with huge satiny bow at shoulder. Base shift is made of
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1970s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Versace Orange Black Lace Half Racerback Dress NWT
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Spring/Summer 2013 Look # 8 This bright Versace cocktail dress features an allover
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Galanos for Amelia Grey 1960s Lurex Brocade Satin Dress
By Galanos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a bright and colorful cocktail dress from Galanos for Amelia Grey. It is made of a a pink
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Gwyneth's LANVIN Orange Draped Faux-Wrap Crepe-Jersey Dress Small
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Montgomery, TX
onlookers, hitting the town in a bright orange cocktail dress! Uncompromisingly glamorous, this Lanvin dress
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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Escada Yellow Cocktail Dress Circa. 1980s - 1990s
By Escada
Located in Galveston, TX
An exquisite color, and devotion to detail vintage Escada by Margaretha Ley cocktail dress. Bright
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Late 20th Century Slovenian Cocktail Dresses

S/S13 L# 8 VERSACE ORANGE BLACK LACE HALF RACERBACK Dress 40 - 4 38 - 2, 40 - 4
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Collection Spring/Summer 2013 Look # 8 This bright Versace cocktail dress features an
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Bright yellow crêpe cocktail dress with ostrich edge Taller Marmo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Bright yellow crêpe cocktail dress with ostrich feather edge on sleeve. The fabric composition has
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Bright blue asymmetrical and drape silk cocktail dress Lanvin by Alber Elbaz
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Bright blue asymmetrical and drape silk cocktail dress. SIZE 38 (M)
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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Bright green lamé mini bustier cocktail dress with bow Saint Laurent NEW
By Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Bright green lamé mini bustier cocktail dress with bow. Fabric composition: 49% cotton, 38% acetate
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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

CHRISTIAN DIOR bright orange 100% silk cascade peplum cocktail dress FR36 S
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR bright orange 100% silk cascade peplum cocktail dress FR36 S Brand: Christian Dior
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage S/S 2004 Versace Dress Bright Yellow + Purple Orchid Floral Runway
By Versace
Located in Denver, CO
S/S 2004 Versace Dress Bold + bright slinky neon yellow fabric with oversized toile + purple orchid
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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

LEE ANDERSON Couture Size S Bright Green Silk 3/4 Sleeve A Line Cocktail Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
This fabulous LEE ANDERSON COUTURE cocktail dress comes in a bold lime green silk taffeta faille
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Late 20th Century Cocktail Dresses

Bright blue leather bustier dress Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather
By Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Bright blue leather bustier dress. Rayon lining. Boned on the bust and side. Cut-work. Side pockets
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1980s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

ACLER bright orange silky keyhole draped raglan puff sleeves mini dress US2 XS
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ACLER bright orange silky keyhole draped raglan puff sleeves mini dress US2 XS Reference: AAWC
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Cocktail Dresses

Limited Edition by Roland Mouret Bright Red Erskin Cocktail Dress L
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
step out wearing it. This Limited Edition Erskin Cocktail dress is made of a viscose blend and features
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2010s Casual Dresses

THIERRY MUGLER Vintage bright wrap front vampire collar ruffle skirt suit IT7AR
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Hong Kong, NT
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage bright yellow wrap front vampire collar ruffle skirt suit IT7AR Reference
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1990s Japanese Cocktail Dresses

Geoffrey Beene Pink Ribbon Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Geoffrey Beene long sleeve cocktail dress featuring bright pink ribbon and black rosettes
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1980s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Spring Summer Bright Floral Party Dress by Platos/Ross Lime Satin Bow Size 8
By Stanley Platos
Located in Palm Springs, CA
created a fun and happy party dress. The highlight aside from the ottoman fabric bright colored floral
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Bright yellow mod palette mini chemise dress 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bright yellow mod palette mini chemise dress from the 1960s hand knit...Eye popping yellow palettes
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20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

Stephen Yearick 1990s Bright Pink Ruffle Scarf and Strapless Dress
By Stephen Yearick
Located in San Francisco, CA
Amazing vintage Stephen Yearick 1990s hot pink dress and coordinating scarf with voluminous ruffles
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1990s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

Sydney North Vintage 1960s Fuchsia Silk Cocktail Dress
By SYDNEY NORTH
Located in Sparks, NV
Bright fuchsia silk cocktail dress with short sleeves and gathered bust by Sydney North. Details
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Diane Freis Sz 10 Bright Sequin Beaded Silk Chiffon Handkerchief Hem Dress
By Diane Freis
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely beautiful vintage (brand new with tags) 1990s DIANE FREIS bright neon silk chiffon dress
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1990s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

1960s Bonwit Teller Bright Flower Print Empire Waist High Neck Vintage 60s Dress
By Bonwit Teller
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 1960s BONWIT TELLER bright colored high neck empire waist mod jersey dress! Features
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Fabrice Vintage Green Silk Metallic Sequin + Beaded Cocktail Dress
By Fabrice
Located in Sparks, NV
Bright green silk cocktail dress with metallic sequin and beading by Fabrice. Fully lined with rear
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Emilio Pucci Silk Jersey Size 8 Mosaic Pink Bright Orange Vintage Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage late 90s EMILIO PUCCI silk jersey signature mosaic kaleidoscope print sleeveless dress
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

S/S 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Ad Bright Orange Raw Silk Ribbon Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: a bright orange silk Gucci ribbon dress, designed by Tom Ford. From the
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1990s Arnold Scaasi Vintage Red Accordian Pleated Cocktail Dress with Bow Detail
By Arnold Scassi
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling bright red vintage cocktail dress with a pleated skirt and bow detail by Arnold Scaasi
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Montaldo's 1960s Pink Beaded Crystal Rhinestone Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Chic vintage bright pink cocktail dress with sparkling crystal rhinestones and beadwork. Unique cut
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Lacroix Colorful Cocktail Dress
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adorable Christian Lacroix cocktail dress. Brightly-colored cotton faille with block pattern
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Late 20th Century French Cocktail Dresses

Versace AW Ready To Wear 2002 Runway Bright Psychedelic Floral Dress
By Versace
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Versace dress was part of the autumn winter ready-to-wear 2002 runway show. It shows
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1970's Mr Dino Bright Graphic Signed Print Jersey Dress
By Mr. Dino
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1970's dress * bold royal crest signed print * polyester jersey fabric * back zipper
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1970s Cocktail Dresses

Gwyneth's hot LANVIN Orange Draped Faux-wrap Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Montgomery, TX
Gwyneth Paltrow wowed London onlookers, hitting the town in a bright orange cocktail dress
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

Lanvin Blue Silk Patterned Brocade Blazer
By Lanvin Paris
Located in San Francisco, CA
perfect worn over a pair of black jeans and a t-shirt as it would look over a bright cocktail dress for a
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jackets

1960s Bright Pint Silk Dress with Abstract Mod Design
By Sakowitz
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderful and fun with bright colors comes this silk shift dress. Abstract print is bright pink on
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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Bright Yellow Silk Dress With Scalloped White Ribbon and Beads
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oscar de la Renta Bright Yellow Silk Dress is feminine and flirtatious! Features sleeveless design
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

Couture Cocktail Dress Draping Passementerie details and Beaded Collar 1990s
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Couture cocktail dress in bright purple with draping around the waist, a glass beaded collar and
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1990s Cocktail Dresses

Gwyneth's hot LANVIN Orange Draped Faux-wrap Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Montgomery, TX
Gwyneth Paltrow wowed London onlookers, hitting the town in a bright orange cocktail dress
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

1950s Suzy Perette Red Charmeuse Satin New Look Evening Dress with Bow Detail
By Suzy Perette
Located in Houston, TX
Striking bright red "New Look" cocktail evening dress by Suzy Perette! This dress is classic 1950s
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1950s American Evening Dresses

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Bright Cocktail Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary bright cocktail dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer Red, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Orange, Beige and more options on these pages. Making the right choice when shopping for a bright cocktail dress may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Arnold Scaasi, Arnold Scassi and Betsey Johnson are consistently popular.

How Much is a Bright Cocktail Dress?

On average, a bright cocktail dress on 1stDibs sells for $463, while they’re typically $214 on the low end and $1,827 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Bright Cocktail Dress
  • 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
    Cocktail dresses usually finish above or at the knees and are paired with high heels. This dress should be party-ready such as dressy separates or a little black dress.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A classic cocktail dress is a garment worn for special occasions that usually take place in the evening. Although its name comes from "cocktail party," the dresses are suitable for other types of gatherings. Designs vary greatly, but most cocktail dresses feature a hemline that falls close to the knee. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage cocktail dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a cocktail dress, first look at the hemline. Typically, hemlines for cocktail dresses fall to the mid-thigh or above. Materials and embellishments can also indicate a cocktail dress. For example, fine fibers like silk, chiffon and velvet are commonly used for cocktail dresses, and many pieces feature decorative accents, such as sequins and rhinestones. Keep in mind that there are no real hard and fast rules for what classifies as a cocktail dress. The term generally refers to any dress slightly more casual than a formal full-length gown but still suitable for nighttime wear. Explore a large selection of cocktail dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cocktail dresses first rose to prominence in the 1920s and onward, with each era making its own mark on the practical and fashionable garment. You’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary cocktail dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

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