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Alaïa 1980s Drop Waist Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Piece Description: Vintage Alaïa white drop-waist dress from the 1980s. This mid-length piece
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1990s Day Dresses

Black French Lace Drop Waist Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dress is composed of a black French lace and features a drop waist design. A great piece
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20th Century Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Peach Glass Beaded Drop waist Dress, 1920s
Located in San Francisco, CA
1920's Peach Glass Beaded Drop-waist Dress. Peach Drop-waist dress with multicolored glass beading
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1920s Day Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Floral Drop Waist Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the stunning Roberto Cavalli Floral Drop Waist Dress, a playful and elegant piece that
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

20s Velvet Floral Printed Drop Waist Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
20s velvet floral printed drop waist dress with beaded embellishment along bust line. Chiffon trim
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1920s Sac Dresses

1960s Rose Printed Drop-Waist Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s drop waist floral printed cotton day dress with layered gathered ruched bust along the v
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1960s Day Dresses

Chanel Fall 2002 Tan Silk Dropped Waist Dress
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience luxury and sophistication with the Chanel Fall 2002 Silk Dropped Waist Dress. Made with
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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

1920s Silk Georgette Drop Waist Dress with Embroidered Flounce
Located in San Francisco, CA
1920s Silk Georgette Drop Waist Dress with Embroidered Flounce. Black Silk chiffon dress with drop
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1920s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Brown Velvet Party Dress with Drop Waist
Located in London, GB
A fun vintage party dress in an attractive brown velvet. The dress has a drop waist, and frill
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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Azzedine Alaia Paris, Dove Grey Drop Waist Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
A pretty and chic dress by Alaia , Paris . In a silk mix the dress has a drop waist, round
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Romeo Gigli 1980s Black Drop Waist Maxi Dress
By Romeo Gigli
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your wardrobe with the Romeo Gigli 1980s Black Drop Waist Maxi Dress, a timeless piece that
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1980s European Day Dresses

1920's Drop Waist Decorated Edwardian Linen Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920's Drop Waist Decorated Linen Dress hand embroidered with floral panels, faggoting and irish
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1920s American Shift Dresses

1920S Navy Blue Silk & Velvet Pintucked Drop Waist Day Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Navy Blue Silk & Velvet Pintucked Drop Waist Day Dress
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1920s Casual Dresses

1920S Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Tropical Floral Drop Waist Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Tropical Floral Drop Waist Dress
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1920s Casual Dresses

1920S Brown Silk Burnout Velvet Devoré Drop Waist Flapper Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Brown Silk Burnout Velvet Devoré Drop Waist Flapper Dress
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1920s Day Dresses

1960s Avocado Green Floral Printed Drop-Waist Day Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
. The skirt of the dress is full at the drop-waist. This dress is fully lined, sleeveless, and has a
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1960s Day Dresses

1980s Krizia Blue Silk Printed Drop Waist Dress
By Krizia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
blue plastic hidden buttons down the centre front seam. Loose through the body with a drop waist and a
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1980s Italian Day Dresses

1920S Ecru Silk Chiffon & Lace Drop-Waist Flapper Era Day Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Ecru Silk Chiffon & Lace Drop-Waist Flapper Era Day Dress
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1920s Casual Dresses

1920s Floral Printed Chiffon Drop-waist Dress with Lace Accents
Located in San Francisco, CA
1920s custom-made Floral printed chiffon evening dress with applied drop waist, black lace and
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1920s Evening Dresses and Gowns

2000s Roberto Cavalli Gold Sequin Drop Waist Flapper Style Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s Roberto Cavalli gold dress embellished in large sequins paillette, drop waist flapper style
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Silk Flapper Black Beaded Drop Waist Dress 1920s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 1920's beaded drop waist dress. Flapper era. Snaps closure up the side and along the
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Evening Dresses

1980s Zandra Rhodes Abstract Motif Drop Waist Silk Dress
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
drop waist dress features a cream and black pattern of flowers, swirls and tribal inspired designs at
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1980s English Evening Dresses

1950S Sepia & Purple Silk Abstract Floral Dress With Petaled Drop-Waist Skirt
Located in New York, NY
1950S Sepia & Purple Silk Abstract Floral Dress With Petaled Drop-Waist Skirt
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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

50s I Magnin Drop Waist Silk Taffeta Petal Sleeve Dress with Brooch
By I. Magnin
Located in San Francisco, CA
50s I Magnin Drop Waist Silk Taffeta Petal Sleeve Dress with Brooch
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1950s Unknown Evening Dresses

CACHAREL Size 14 Black Nylon Blend Sleeveless Drop Waist Dress
By Cacharel
Located in San Francisco, CA
details, drop waist, two pockets, and side zipper closure.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Mark at hem
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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Traina Norell Black Satin Cocktail Dress, Drop Waist & Full Skirt xs
By I. Magnin, Traina-Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and has a fitted bodice, drop waist and very full skirt. There is a button front closure
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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Du-Rite Floral Cotton Dress With Dropped Waist
Located in London, GB
pink, blue, green and grey is a lovely piece for summer. It features a dropped waist with piping and V
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1950s Canadian Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen 2008 Black Drop Waist Dress with Pink Silk Band Detail
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen black sleeveless drop waist dress with deep v back and black and pink silk bands
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Norma Walters Size 8 Black + White + Yellow Abstract Drop Waist Dress
By Norma Walters
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1980s NORMA WALTERS black, white and yellow abstract drop waist silk maxi dress
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1980s Hong Kong Maxi Dress

1920S Pink Floral Silk Mousseline Chiffon Drop Waist Pullover Dress With Bias F
Located in New York, NY
1920S Pink Floral Silk Mousseline Chiffon Drop Waist Pullover Dress With Bias Flouncy Skirt
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1920s American Day Dresses

Lilli Diamond Yellow Drop-waist Ruffle Cocktail Dress with Lace Overlay, 1960s
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s Lilli Diamond Yellow Drop-waist Ruffle Cocktail Dress w/ Lace Overlay. Yellow base with white
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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Bespoke Spanish Blue and Black Lace Mantilla Drop Waist Party Dress – XS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
plunging front and rear neckline and pleated drop waist; front and rear princess seams. Sweeping full skirt
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1950s French Ballerina Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN red wool blend DROP WAIST SCUBA Dress M
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alexander McQueen drop-waist short sleeve dress in red wool (52%), polyamide (37
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2010s Casual Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN red silk GEORGETTE FLORAL DROP WAIST Dress 42 M
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen floral-print drop-waist dress in red silk georgette (100%). Has a mandarine
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Dresses

1970S Silk Crepe De Chine Bow Neck Drop Waist Geometric Printed Dress From Paris
Located in New York, NY
1970S Silk Crepe De Chine Bow Neck Drop Waist Geometric Printed Dress From Paris
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1970s Casual Dresses

1950s Black Jersey & Taffeta Dress w Fringed Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Black Silk Jersey & Silk Taffeta Dress w Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt: A lovely
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1980s Ungaro Black & Cream Rayon Drop Waist Dress W/ Velvet Collar & Heart Print
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1980s Ungaro black and cream "distressed heart" print rayon dress: Dropped-waist style with
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1980s French Informal Dresses

CHANEL beige cotton 2013 13P DROP WAIST KNIT Dress 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel short sleeve knitted drop-waist dress in sand cotton (100%) with a round neck
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2010s Casual Dresses

CHANEL raspberry cashmere 2016 16K DROP WAIST KNIT Dress 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
(19%). Features zipped sides, a drop waist and a pink 'CC' emblem at the front. Semi-lined in
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2010s Casual Dresses

CHANEL blue cotton 2015 CORD EMBELLISHED DROP WAIST Dress 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2015 drop waist knit dress in navy cotton (100%). Features a cord embellished
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2010s Casual Dresses

1920s Ivory ' Candy Stripe ' Silk Drop Waist Vintage 20s Day Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly chic 1920s 20s silk vintage dress! Classic drop waist style with a side bow at the waist
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1920s Cocktail Dresses

Missoni Brown Label Drop Waist Dress
By Missoni, Missoni Brown label
Located in London, GB
A chic and easy to wear dress by Missoni, brown label/main line. The dress is in a wonderful colour combination , with a lilac and orange top , and green skirt. The dress is unlined....
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN asymmetric ruffle sleeve drop waist flared dress IT36 XXS
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white asymmetric ruffle sleeve drop waist flared dress IT36 XXS Reference: AAWC
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2010s Italian Casual Dresses

1970s Swiss Dot and Chantilly Lace Dropped Waist Dress
Located in London, GB
drop waist design. The 1920s revival began in 1974 with the film The Great Gatsby and sparked a
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1970s British Wedding Dresses

John Galliano floral print silk chiffon drop-waist floor-length dress, fw 2008
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
mauve base ▪ Cowl neckline ▪ Rolled shoulder straps ▪ Drop waist ▪ Multiple fabric buttons at the
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

PIERRE CARDIN c.1960’s Mod Space Age Black Drop Waist Dress Accordion Pleating
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Thiensville, WI
PIERRE CARDIN c.1960’s Mod Space Age Black Drop Waist Dress Accordion Pleating Circa: 1960’s Label
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1960s American Casual Dresses

Chic 1920s Ivory ' Candy Stripe ' Silk Drop Waist Vintage 20s Day Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly chic 1920s 20s silk vintage dress! Classic drop waist style with a side bow at the waist
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1920s Cocktail Dresses

1990s Gianfranco Ferre Size 44 / 8 Brown Drop Waist Grommet Turtleneck 90s Gown
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in San Diego, CA
turtleneck evening dress ! Features logo embossed grommets at drop waist. Hidden zipper up the back with hook
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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

MARKUS LUPFER 2016 Runway green pink floral check drop waist dress S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARKUS LUPFER 2016 Runway green pink floral check drop waist dress S Reference: WECN/A00063 Brand
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Casual Dresses

1970s Pierre Cardin Orange Drop Waist dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pierre cardin orange silk dress. Size: 6 Shoulder: 14inches; Bust: 36 inches/ waist: 36" Hip
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta 1960s Black + Burgundy Red Iridescent Sequin Drop Waist Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 60s vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA black and burgundy red long sleeve drop waist dress! Features a
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Rare 1960s Does 1920 Red + White Fringe Cotton Drop Waist Flapper 20s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
to this gem! Most of the sewing was done by hand. Intricate drop waist detail with an Avant Garde
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1960s Unknown Sheath Dresses

RENEE HELGA HOWIE c.1980s Multicolor Floral Print Drop Waist Short Sleeve Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Renee Helga Howie Circa: 1980s Style: Drop waist knee-length dress Color(s
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1980s American Casual Dresses

Vintage 1950's 50s Black Ruched Jersey Bodice Party Dress with a Drop Waist
Located in Sparks, NV
bodice, drop waist, sweetheart bustline, 3/4 length sleeves and full flared skirt. Rear zip closure and
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1950s American Evening Dresses

Jean-Louis Scherrer Couture Black Organza Drop Waist Dress with Floral Applique
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in London, GB
. The dress also features a drop waist, where the sheer skirt is sewn under the applique in small pleats
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20th Century French Day Dresses

Vintage NIna Ricci Size 14 / 16 Red Black Flapper Style Flower Drop Waist Dress
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage NINA RICCI 1980s red and black flower printed drop waist 1920s style flapper
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Late 20th Century French Cocktail Dresses

1960s Emilio Pucci Drop-Waist Full Skirt Day Dress in a Palm Frond Pattern Print
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Emilio Pucci Drop-Waist Full Skirt Day Dress in a Palm Frond Pattern Print: This fantastic
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1960s Italian Day Dresses

JEAN PATOU Couture c.1920s Bronze Fur Trim Velvet Drop Waist Evening Jacket Coat
By Jean Patou
Located in Thiensville, WI
-neckline with lapels. Long sleeves. Red fox fur trim at collar and cuffs. Drop waist with pinktuck
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1920s French Coats

20s Black Velvet Drop Waist Dress with Floral Beadwork
Located in San Francisco, CA
20s Black Velvet Dress with Floral Beadwork. Cutout strips along top of shoulders/arms. Snap closure entry along left side and shoulder. Unlined.
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1920s Cocktail Dresses

Erdem Floral Print Silk Drop-Waist Mini Dress Size S
By Erdem
Located in London, GB
/ 14.5 in Sleeve Length: 34 cm / 13.3 in Bust: 42 cm / 16.5 in Waist: 42 cm / 16.5 in Hip: 45cm / 17.7 in
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21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses

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Drop Waist For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary drop waist you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Gray, Brown and more in stock now. Finding the perfect drop waist may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 19th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Chanel, Alexander McQueen and Emilio Pucci are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Drop Waist?

The price for a drop waist starts at $105 and tops out at $14,800, and on average, selling for $669.
Questions About Drop Waist
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop-waist top is a garment worn on the top half of the body. It features a waist seam positioned below the natural waist area and creates the illusion that the wearer has a longer torso. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and designer tops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop-waist dress is also called a flapper dress. It is characterized by a low waistband, which falls at the hips, and gives the illusion of lengthening the body. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer flapper dresses and gowns from top fashion boutiques around the world.

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