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1983 CHANEL Black Long Sleeve Sequin Drop Waist Gown
1983 CHANEL Black Long Sleeve Sequin Drop Waist Gown

1983 CHANEL Black Long Sleeve Sequin Drop Waist Gown

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1983 CHANEL Black Long Sleeve Sequin Drop Waist Gown. ( see runway image) - buttons - tulle - sequins Size 6 Bust 34/ Waist 30/ hip

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1980s French Evening Gowns

1930s Antique Lace and Silk Chiffon Drop-Waist Evening Gown
1930s Antique Lace and Silk Chiffon Drop-Waist Evening Gown

1930s Antique Lace and Silk Chiffon Drop-Waist Evening Gown

Located in Kingston, NY

Designed with a softly scooped neckline and a graceful drop waist, the gown falls into a full, gently flared skirt with godet inserts that move beautifully with every step.

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1930s American Evening Gowns

1990s Gianfranco Ferre Size 44 / 8 Brown Drop Waist Grommet Turtleneck 90s Gown
1990s Gianfranco Ferre Size 44 / 8 Brown Drop Waist Grommet Turtleneck 90s Gown

1990s Gianfranco Ferre Size 44 / 8 Brown Drop Waist Grommet Turtleneck 90s Gown

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1990s vintage GIANFRANCO FERRE chocolate brown silver grommet encrusted rayon elastane turtleneck evening dress ! Features logo embossed grommets at drop waist. Hidden zipper up...

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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

Black French Lace Drop Waist Dress
Black French Lace Drop Waist Dress

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. Measures (Approximately) Length: 40.5" Bust: 32" Waist: 33" Hip: 36"

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20th Century Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Brown Velvet Party Dress with Drop Waist
Vintage Brown Velvet Party Dress with Drop Waist

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 detail on the cuffs and hem. It is unlined. Measurements: Bust 38'', length 41''

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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Purple Miu Miu Drop Waist Dress Size IT 36
Purple Miu Miu Drop Waist Dress Size IT 36

Purple Miu Miu Drop Waist Dress Size IT 36

By Miu Miu

Located in New York, NY

Purple sleeveless drop waist dress by Miu Miu. Crew neck. Flounce hem. 39.5" bust, 37.5" waist, 32" length, 20.5" shoulder width.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Dresses

Azzedine Alaia Paris, Dove Grey Drop Waist Dress
Azzedine Alaia Paris, Dove Grey Drop Waist Dress

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 necklline and v backline. It has a central back zip. Made in Italy. Size 44 Bust 36'' , len...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Silk  Flapper Black Beaded Drop Waist Dress 1920s
Silk  Flapper Black Beaded Drop Waist Dress 1920s

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 sleeve. Scalloped Sleeves. Lined with a silk slip. This is truly a stunning wearable fla...

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1920s Unknown Art Deco Evening Dresses

1980s Zandra Rhodes Abstract Motif Drop Waist Silk Dress
1980s Zandra Rhodes Abstract Motif Drop Waist Silk Dress

1980s Zandra Rhodes Abstract Motif Drop Waist Silk Dress

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Looking For The Perfect 80s Dress? Well It's Arrived! Circa 1980s, this Zandra Rhodes asymmetrical drop waist dress features a cream and black pattern of flowers, swirls and tribal i...

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1980s English Evening Dresses

Haute Hippie Sequin Gold Drop Waist Cocktail Dress, 2000s
Haute Hippie Sequin Gold Drop Waist Cocktail Dress, 2000s

Haute Hippie Sequin Gold Drop Waist Cocktail Dress, 2000s

By Haute Hippie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

2000s Haute Hippie Sequin Gold Drop Waist Cocktail Dress. Completely covered with gold sequins, this dress has a drop waist and a side zipper at hip/low waist with three snaps. One ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

1970s Swiss Dot and Chantilly Lace Dropped Waist Dress
1970s Swiss Dot and Chantilly Lace Dropped Waist Dress

1970s Swiss Dot and Chantilly Lace Dropped Waist Dress

Located in London, GB

This dress is a great example of a 1970/1980s version of an early 1920s dress, with the classic drop waist design. The 1920s revival began in 1974 with the film The Great Gatsby and ...

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1970s British Wedding Dresses

1920s White Tulle Drop Waisted Lawn or Wedding Dress
1920s White Tulle Drop Waisted Lawn or Wedding Dress

1920s White Tulle Drop Waisted Lawn or Wedding Dress

Located in London, GB

A delicate and true vintage 1920s white lawn dress which is calf length. It is tailored from a lightweight, gossamer-thin striped tulle that is detailed with panels of different flor...

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1920s American Wedding Dresses

ROBERTO CAVALLI Size M Nylon Blend Feather Drop Waist Dress
ROBERTO CAVALLI Size M Nylon Blend Feather Drop Waist Dress

ROBERTO CAVALLI Size M Nylon Blend Feather Drop Waist Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in San Francisco, CA

ROBERTO CAVALLI "Just Cavalli" dress in a white and blue nylon blend jersey material featuring synched shoulder, elastic band at hips, and feathers motif.Excellent Pre-Owned Conditio...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

2000s Roberto Cavalli Gold Sequin Drop Waist Flapper Style Dress
2000s Roberto Cavalli Gold Sequin Drop Waist Flapper Style Dress

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, and racer back. Marked size 40IT fit size 4/6 Measurement: Bust fit up to 34” Wais...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

CACHAREL Size 14 Black Nylon Blend Sleeveless Drop Waist Dress
CACHAREL Size 14 Black Nylon Blend Sleeveless Drop Waist Dress

CACHAREL Size 14 Black Nylon Blend Sleeveless Drop Waist Dress

By Cacharel

Located in San Francisco, CA

CACHAREL dress in a black nylon blend fabric featuring a sleeveless style with drape and fold details, drop waist, two pockets, and side zipper closure.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition....

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

John Galliano floral print silk chiffon drop-waist floor-length dress, fw 2008
John Galliano floral print silk chiffon drop-waist floor-length dress, fw 2008

John Galliano floral print silk chiffon drop-waist floor-length dress, fw 2008

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

▪ John Galliano silk chiffon dress ▪ A sample made for Vogue ▪ Ivory and pink floral print with mauve base ▪ Cowl neckline ▪ Rolled shoulder straps ▪ Drop waist ▪ Multiple fabric ...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Poiret-Inspired Printed Silk and Gold Lamé Dress w Drop Rouleau Waist – S, 1920s
Poiret-Inspired Printed Silk and Gold Lamé Dress w Drop Rouleau Waist – S, 1920s

Poiret-Inspired Printed Silk and Gold Lamé Dress w Drop Rouleau Waist – S, 1920s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Clearly inspired by Poiret’s Irudrée gown of 1923 (pictured), this dress features the same dropped rouleau waist and emphasis on metallic lamé, but also incorporates aspects of his o...

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1920s Unknown Evening Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN red silk GEORGETTE FLORAL DROP WAIST Dress 42 M
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN red silk GEORGETTE FLORAL DROP WAIST Dress 42 M

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 collar, button front, cuffed long sleeves. Lined in silk (100%). Has been worn and is in...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Traina Norell Black Satin Cocktail Dress, Drop Waist & Full Skirt xs
Traina Norell Black Satin Cocktail Dress, Drop Waist & Full Skirt xs

Traina Norell Black Satin Cocktail Dress, Drop Waist & Full Skirt xs

By Traina-Norell, I. Magnin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a wonderful vintage dress from designers Traina-Norell. It is made of a heavy black satin and has a fitted bodice, drop waist and very full skirt. There is a button front clo...

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

VICTORIA BECKHMA black & navy wool SEQUIN DROP WAIST Dress 10 S
VICTORIA BECKHMA black & navy wool SEQUIN DROP WAIST Dress 10 S

VICTORIA BECKHMA black & navy wool SEQUIN DROP WAIST Dress 10 S

By Victoria Victoria Beckham, Victoria Beckham

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Victoria Victoria Beckham sleeveless dress in navy blue wool and nylon. Features sequin embellishments and a flared skirt. Opens with a zipper and a button on the fron...

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's 50s Black Ruched Jersey Bodice Party Dress with a Drop Waist
Vintage 1950's 50s Black Ruched Jersey Bodice Party Dress with a Drop Waist

Vintage 1950's 50s Black Ruched Jersey Bodice Party Dress with a Drop Waist

Located in Sparks, NV

Simple but chic little black party dress from the 1950's. This dress features a jersey knit ruched bodice, drop waist, sweetheart bustline, 3/4 length sleeves and full flared skirt. ...

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1950s American Evening Dresses

1950s Black Jersey & Taffeta Dress w Fringed Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt
1950s Black Jersey & Taffeta Dress w Fringed Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt

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 silhouette-a body-skimming silk jersey bodice with a fringed peplum that ties at hip. Lu...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Bespoke Spanish Blue and Black Lace Mantilla Drop Waist Party Dress – XS, 1950s
Bespoke Spanish Blue and Black Lace Mantilla Drop Waist Party Dress – XS, 1950s

Bespoke Spanish Blue and Black Lace Mantilla Drop Waist Party Dress – XS, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

An Audrey Hepburn style stunner, this Givenchy-inspired dress features handmade Spanish lace cut from an enormous mantilla and meticulously hand sewn to a black tulle ground. The lac...

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1950s French Ballerina Dresses

Oscar de la Renta 1960s Black + Burgundy Red Iridescent Sequin Drop Waist Dress
Oscar de la Renta 1960s Black + Burgundy Red Iridescent Sequin Drop Waist Dress

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 Victorian / Renaissance vibe that was very distinct in the late 60s. Features black...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1980s Sequin Drop-Waisted Shift Dress w Deco-Style Graphic Motif on Silk Crepe
1980s Sequin Drop-Waisted Shift Dress w Deco-Style Graphic Motif on Silk Crepe

1980s Sequin Drop-Waisted Shift Dress w Deco-Style Graphic Motif on Silk Crepe

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s Sequin Drop-Waisted Shift Dress w Deco-Style Graphic Motif on Silk Crepe: Simple, drop-shoulder, straight silhouetee with deep side slit on left side. Micro sequins hand applie...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage NIna Ricci Size 14 / 16 Red Black Flapper Style Flower Drop Waist Dress
Vintage NIna Ricci Size 14 / 16 Red Black Flapper Style Flower Drop Waist Dress

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 inspired dress! Features red and black floral print throughout. Hidden buttons up the f...

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Late 20th Century French Cocktail Dresses

1960s 60s Adele Simpson Black Silk Drop Waist Tiered Ruffle Long Sleeve Dress
1960s 60s Adele Simpson Black Silk Drop Waist Tiered Ruffle Long Sleeve Dress

1960s 60s Adele Simpson Black Silk Drop Waist Tiered Ruffle Long Sleeve Dress

By Adele Simpson

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1960s Adele Simpson black silk dress! The PERFECT 'little black dress!' Features three tiers of ruffles at hem, with matching ruffle at neck. Such a chic, classic dress. Lo...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Norma Walters Size 8 Black + White + Yellow Abstract Drop Waist Dress
Vintage Norma Walters Size 8 Black + White + Yellow Abstract Drop Waist Dress

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! Features a billow fit dolman sleeve blosue, with elastic waistband and flirt full ...

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1980s Hong Kong Maxi Dress

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo cream taupe silk wool felt drop waist shirt dress FR38 M
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo cream taupe silk wool felt drop waist shirt dress FR38 M

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo cream taupe silk wool felt drop waist shirt dress FR38 M

By Phoebe Philo, Celine

Located in Hong Kong, NT

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo cream taupe silk wool felt drop waist shirt dress FR38 M Reference: CC/A00471 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Silk, Wool, Blend Color: Cream, T...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

1999 Jean Paul Gaultier gown
1999 Jean Paul Gaultier gown

1999 Jean Paul Gaultier gown

$2,100Sale Price|25% Off

1999 Jean Paul Gaultier gown

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Austin, TX

1999 Jean Paul Gaultier gown pleating drop waist condition: Excellent 36" bust, 35" waist, 34" hips, 80" length sz M/ US 8 / IT44

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Patricia and Charles Lester 'Zelda' Navy Blue Devoree Velvet Gown
1980s Patricia and Charles Lester 'Zelda' Navy Blue Devoree Velvet Gown

1980s Patricia and Charles Lester 'Zelda' Navy Blue Devoree Velvet Gown

By Charles and Patricia Lester

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1980s Patricia and Charles Lester drop waist evening gown. Navy and indigo devoree velvet with a symmetrical leaf blockprint throughout.

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1980s British Evening Gowns

Zandra Rhodes Scarlet Silk Printed BoHo Gown with Beadwork Embellishment
Zandra Rhodes Scarlet Silk Printed BoHo Gown with Beadwork Embellishment

Zandra Rhodes Scarlet Silk Printed BoHo Gown with Beadwork Embellishment

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in Gresham, OR

A fantastic scarlet red 1980s Zandra Rhodes (no label) drop-waist, 1920s-inspired silk evening gown with Zandra's signature "embroidery" and peacock feather print with beading and rh...

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1980s British Evening Gowns

Black lace drop waist dress
Black lace drop waist dress

Black lace drop waist dress

Located in New York, NY

This vintage lace dress has a drop waist with a sheer lace top.

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Late 19th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Arnold Scaasi Drop Waist Bustier Dress
Vintage Arnold Scaasi Drop Waist Bustier Dress

Vintage Arnold Scaasi Drop Waist Bustier Dress

By Arnold Scaasi Couture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Arnold Scaasi Drop Waist Bustier Dress Legendary fashion designer Arnold Scaasi features a bustier bodice with pointed sweetheart neckline and full skirt with bow detail at w...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

20s Velvet Floral Printed Drop Waist Dress
20s Velvet Floral Printed Drop Waist Dress

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 along hemline. Unlined

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1920s Sac Dresses

1920s Silk Georgette Drop Waist Dress with Embroidered Flounce
1920s Silk Georgette Drop Waist Dress with Embroidered Flounce

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 waist, machine embroidered flounce and peplum.

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1920s Evening Dresses and Gowns

NORMAN NORELL Drop Waist Double Skirt Dress
NORMAN NORELL Drop Waist Double Skirt Dress

NORMAN NORELL Drop Waist Double Skirt Dress

By Norman Norell

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Only American designer Norman Norell could make a deceptively shift like this one. Simple but yet beautiful. * It buttons down the back & has a separate black satin bow belt. * ...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1920s Floral Printed Chiffon Drop-waist Dress with Lace Accents
1920s Floral Printed Chiffon Drop-waist Dress with Lace Accents

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 chiffon overskirt, Art Deco bodice with shear panels, and hand rolled edges. The dress ...

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1920s Evening Dresses and Gowns

20s Black Velvet Drop Waist Dress with Floral Beadwork
20s Black Velvet Drop Waist Dress with Floral Beadwork

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

JACQUELINE DE RIBES Black Metallic Drop Waist Silk Dress 4 NWT
JACQUELINE DE RIBES Black Metallic Drop Waist Silk Dress 4 NWT

JACQUELINE DE RIBES Black Metallic Drop Waist Silk Dress 4 NWT

By Jacqueline de Ribes

Located in New York City, NY

This spectacular dress hails from French designer JACQUELINE DE RIBES. Constructed of black crepe silk woven with silver threading. Tiered, ruffle sleeves and drop waist skirt. Parti...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1968 Christian Dior Couture London Stripe Silk Pleated Drop-Waist Mod Dress
1968 Christian Dior Couture London Stripe Silk Pleated Drop-Waist Mod Dress

1968 Christian Dior Couture London Stripe Silk Pleated Drop-Waist Mod Dress

By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The House of Dior has been an enduring icon of Haute Couture. While the House of Dior is still a thriving business today, Dior's untimely death in 1957 left the fashion world without...

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1960s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Lilli Diamond Yellow Drop-waist Ruffle Cocktail Dress with Lace Overlay, 1960s
Lilli Diamond Yellow Drop-waist Ruffle Cocktail Dress with Lace Overlay, 1960s

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 lace overlay, double tier of ruffled hem, and large bow at back. Low cut back.

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

1920s Black and Gold Silk Lamé Gown
1920s Black and Gold Silk Lamé Gown

1920s Black and Gold Silk Lamé Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1920s drop-waist black gown with gold lamé. Large scale woven leaf throughout.

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Evening Gowns

Pierre Cardin Haute couture, black gown, Autumn/Winter 1989
Pierre Cardin Haute couture, black gown, Autumn/Winter 1989

Pierre Cardin Haute couture, black gown, Autumn/Winter 1989

By Pierre Cardin

Located in London, GB

The form fitting black lace bodice is completely sheer with a high neck to the front and plunging back, while the oversized ruffle collar and cuffs add to the drama of the gown. The ...

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1980s French Evening Dresses

1920s Crimson Panne Velvet Dropped-Waist Gown with Lame and Butterfly Neckline
1920s Crimson Panne Velvet Dropped-Waist Gown with Lame and Butterfly Neckline

1920s Crimson Panne Velvet Dropped-Waist Gown with Lame and Butterfly Neckline

Located in Gresham, OR

A stunning 1920s crimson panne velvet dropped-waist gown with lame lace underpanel, underslip, chiffon ruffled hemline, beaded florals and set rhinestones.

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Early 20th Century French Evening Gowns

Chanel Bow Gown
Chanel Bow Gown

Chanel Bow Gown

Sold|$2,800

Chanel Bow Gown

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Chanel black velvet drop waisted gown with attached tulle overskirt trimmed with black satin ribbon & bows.

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1990s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Gustav Tassel
Gustav Tassel

Gustav Tassel

Located in New York, NY

Gustav Tassel, floral brocade, fiited bodice, bateau neckline, 3/4 sleeve, dropped waist, gown, with a bow detail in the middle front c. early 60's.

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1960s American Evening Gowns

Ralph Lauren Gown - Collection - Cream Beaded Drop Waist Tulle Dress
Ralph Lauren Gown - Collection - Cream Beaded Drop Waist Tulle Dress

Ralph Lauren Gown - Collection - Cream Beaded Drop Waist Tulle Dress

By Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in San Francisco, CA

RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION evening gown comes in textured cotton tulle completely beaded and features satin piping and drop waist pleated tulle skirt.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

Geoffrey Beene Dropped Waist  Lame Dress
Geoffrey Beene Dropped Waist  Lame Dress

Geoffrey Beene Dropped Waist Lame Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Geoffrey Beene, lavender and gold lamé textured silk, belted dress, having a small pattern with a gold vertical stripe. Dress has a boat neck with capped sleeves and a dropped waist...

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

2010s Chanel Silk Drop Waist Dress
2010s Chanel Silk Drop Waist Dress

2010s Chanel Silk Drop Waist Dress

By Chanel

Located in Kingston, NY

This timeless Chanel Tweed Dress is made with 100% Silk, ensuring a luxurious and sophisticated look. Cut in a sleeveless silhouette with a scoop neck, this piece from the 2010 colle...

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2010s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage Art Deco velvet devore dress, drop waisted
Vintage Art Deco velvet devore dress, drop waisted

Vintage Art Deco velvet devore dress, drop waisted

Located in NEWARK, GB

Stunning is the only way to describe this amazing 1920's devoré velvet number. This dress is crafted from a lovely devoré velvet chiffon with floral design. It has a very long v ne...

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Early 20th Century British Evening Dresses

Original 1920s Lame Drop Waist Flapper Dress
Original 1920s Lame Drop Waist Flapper Dress

Original 1920s Lame Drop Waist Flapper Dress

Located in London, GB

Extraordinary and original 1920s unlabeled couture lame flapper dress. This dress has a beautiful simplicity of line juxtaposed with a detailed baroque pattern woven into the lightwe...

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1920s French Sheath Dresses

Lillie Rubin black + white print sequined dropped waist dress
Lillie Rubin black + white print sequined dropped waist dress

Lillie Rubin black + white print sequined dropped waist dress

By Lillie Rubin

Located in New York, NY

Black and white print with clear sequins covering entire surface of dress. Deep "v" neck with full dolman 80's sleeve. Bodice is bias cut.
Dress can be worn at various levels ...

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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

M MISSONI Size 2 Black Jersey Drop Waist Striped Knit Skirt Dress
M MISSONI Size 2 Black Jersey Drop Waist Striped Knit Skirt Dress

M MISSONI Size 2 Black Jersey Drop Waist Striped Knit Skirt Dress

By M Missoni

Located in San Francisco, CA

M MISSONI dress comes in black jersey with a scoop neck, cap sleeves, and drop waist gray orange and pink sparkle knit stripe drop waist skirt. Made in Italy. Excellent Pre-Owned C...

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Late 20th Century Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel F/W 2003 Plum Silk Off the Shoulder Ruffle Dropped Waist Dress
Chanel F/W 2003 Plum Silk Off the Shoulder Ruffle Dropped Waist Dress

Chanel F/W 2003 Plum Silk Off the Shoulder Ruffle Dropped Waist Dress

By Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stun the fashion world with this sheer, silk Chanel F/W 2003 dress. A runway exclusive, it boasts an elegant off-the-shoulder ruffle design and a dropped waist silhouette. The delica...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

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Drop Waist Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary drop waist gown you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Beige, Red and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a drop waist gown 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. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Alexander McQueen, Oscar De La Renta and I. Magnin each produced a popular version that is worth a look.

How Much is a Drop Waist Gown?

The price for a drop waist gown starts at $125 and tops out at $14,800, and on average, selling for $898.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.

Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Drop Waist Gown
  • 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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From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.

Behind the 1970s and ’80s Glam of ‘Halston’ with the Hit Show’s Costume Designer

Jeriana San Juan explains how she undertook the intimidating project of designing costumes for the new Netflix series about the New York fashion legend. (Hint: She found vintage Halston on 1stDibs!)

A Short History of Capri Pants, on the 100th Birthday of Their Inventor

Once considered a controversial item of clothing, fashion designer Sonja de Lennart's creation is now a bona fide classic.

How the Chanel Jacket Forever Changed What Women Wear

The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.

A Pair of Shoes — Heels or Flats — Can Tell an Impactful Story

Amanda Benchley and Bridget Moynahan teamed up to explore the relationship between powerful women and their most significant footwear.

You Saw It at the Met Ball. Here’s What Camp Fashion Is Really About

This year's Costume Institute exhibition is all about embracing the eccentric.

The V&A Takes a Fresh Look at the New Look’s Pioneering Progenitor, Christian Dior

Ballrooms, Bar Suits and British royals — in a sweeping exhibition, the London museum looks back on 70 years of the French fashion house, as well as its illustrious founder and his fondness for the United Kingdom.