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Pauline Trigere 1980s Silk Chiffon Ruffle Dress
Pauline Trigere 1980s Silk Chiffon Ruffle Dress

Pauline Trigere 1980s Silk Chiffon Ruffle Dress

By Pauline Trigère

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

long sleeves and drop waist adorned with ruffles on both the hem and sleeves. The back features a

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Paul Daunay Couture green floral silk cocktail dress, circa 1952-57
Paul Daunay Couture green floral silk cocktail dress, circa 1952-57

Paul Daunay Couture green floral silk cocktail dress, circa 1952-57

By Paul Daunay

Located in London, GB

abstract floral print, exuding timeless elegance and sophistication. The drop waist design accentuates the

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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s French Couture Emerald Green Chiffon Strapless Dress
1960s French Couture Emerald Green Chiffon Strapless Dress

1960s French Couture Emerald Green Chiffon Strapless Dress

Located in London, GB

overlay is delicately ruched over the sweetheart bodice as far as the waist. There is an asymmetric drop

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

DOLCE & GABBANA S/s 2003 "Love and Sex" String Red Dress
DOLCE & GABBANA S/s 2003 "Love and Sex" String Red Dress

DOLCE & GABBANA S/s 2003 "Love and Sex" String Red Dress

$3,750

Size: Stretchy Material Allows 38-42

DOLCE & GABBANA S/s 2003 "Love and Sex" String Red Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in 上海市, Xuhui district

vibrancy. Silhouette: Loose, slightly blouson fit at the bodice with a dropped waist that leads into a

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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

1920s Cream Silk Apron Embroidered Wedding Dress
1920s Cream Silk Apron Embroidered Wedding Dress

1920s Cream Silk Apron Embroidered Wedding Dress

Located in London, GB

1920s vogue. The fluid cut and drop-waist allows for ease of movement; such freedoms had not been

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1920s American Wedding Dresses

1980s Louis Feraud Orange Silk Crepe Dress
1980s Louis Feraud Orange Silk Crepe Dress

1980s Louis Feraud Orange Silk Crepe Dress

By Louis Feraud

Located in London, GB

movement. The chiffon layer wraps over at the front where the bottom scallop reaches the drop waist line

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1980s German Cocktail Dresses

1980s Caroline Charles Silk Velvet Polka Dot Dress
1980s Caroline Charles Silk Velvet Polka Dot Dress

1980s Caroline Charles Silk Velvet Polka Dot Dress

By Caroline Charles

Located in London, GB

finished with the same purple edge as the neckline. The dress has a slightly dropped waist (as was common

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1980s British Evening Dresses

1980s Guy Laroche Black Wool and Silk Taffeta Dress
1980s Guy Laroche Black Wool and Silk Taffeta Dress

1980s Guy Laroche Black Wool and Silk Taffeta Dress

By Guy Laroche

Located in London, GB

, with a button fastening to each cuff. The dropped waist skirt is made from an emerald green and black

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1980s French Mini Dress

Jean Paul Gaultier 1990s Women's Vintage Gingham Lace Knit Dress
Jean Paul Gaultier 1990s Women's Vintage Gingham Lace Knit Dress

Jean Paul Gaultier 1990s Women's Vintage Gingham Lace Knit Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Atlanta, GA

, which continues into the drop-waist skirt. The hemline is richly tiered with alternating bands of

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1990s Aesthetic Day Dresses

1920s House of Adair Floral Black Crepe Beaded Flapper Dress
1920s House of Adair Floral Black Crepe Beaded Flapper Dress

1920s House of Adair Floral Black Crepe Beaded Flapper Dress

By House of Adair

Located in London, GB

fashioned with a lightly gathered drop-waist. This fluid, tubular tailoring was typical of the must-have

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1920s French Evening Dresses

Paul-Louis Orrier Haute Couture Black Red Leg-o-Mutton Gown - XS, 1980s
Paul-Louis Orrier Haute Couture Black Red Leg-o-Mutton Gown - XS, 1980s

Paul-Louis Orrier Haute Couture Black Red Leg-o-Mutton Gown - XS, 1980s

By Paul-Louis Orrier

Located in Tucson, AZ

sleeves and asymmetrical hemline that exposes the entire left leg. Close-fitting bodice features drop

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1980s French Ball Gowns

Paul Daunay Couture silk and wool dress and coat ensemble, c. 1952-57
Paul Daunay Couture silk and wool dress and coat ensemble, c. 1952-57

Paul Daunay Couture silk and wool dress and coat ensemble, c. 1952-57

By Paul Daunay

Located in London, GB

. The ensemble is further enhanced by a matching waist belt, adorned with large tassels, and a drop

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1950s French Day Dresses

Sybil Connelly 1950's Periwinkle Pleated Linen Gown And Stole
Sybil Connelly 1950's Periwinkle Pleated Linen Gown And Stole

Sybil Connelly 1950's Periwinkle Pleated Linen Gown And Stole

By Sybil Connolly

Located in Los Angeles, CA

and vertical pleat direction. The silhouette features a drop waist, long sleeves, and a scoop neck

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20th Century Day Dresses

1950s De Pinna Pink Silk Evening Dress with Matching Capelet
1950s De Pinna Pink Silk Evening Dress with Matching Capelet

1950s De Pinna Pink Silk Evening Dress with Matching Capelet

Located in London, GB

corset top above a drop waist which gives way to a low-slung box-pleated skirt. The back is slightly

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Gorgeous 1970s Hand-Beaded Silk Evening Dress Bohemian Gown
Gorgeous 1970s Hand-Beaded Silk Evening Dress Bohemian Gown

Gorgeous 1970s Hand-Beaded Silk Evening Dress Bohemian Gown

Located in Berlin, BE

-embellished. The construction is deceptively simple: a loose, drop-waisted silhouette with a softly bloused

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1970s British Evening Dresses

1920s Navy Blue Silk Blouse or Evening Jacket
1920s Navy Blue Silk Blouse or Evening Jacket

1920s Navy Blue Silk Blouse or Evening Jacket

Located in New York, NY

the corsetry of the 19th century: straight dropped waist, flowing silk, oversized sleeves, etc. This

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1920s Blouses

2010s Zandra Rhodes Couture Green Sequin Dress and Shawl
2010s Zandra Rhodes Couture Green Sequin Dress and Shawl

2010s Zandra Rhodes Couture Green Sequin Dress and Shawl

By Zandra Rhodes

Located in London, GB

flaws to note. Due to its dropped waist, it would fit sizes up to a 10-12 UK, or 6-8 US

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2010s English Cocktail Dresses

1940s Black Jersey Dress with Novelty Umbrella Appliqué Studs
1940s Black Jersey Dress with Novelty Umbrella Appliqué Studs

1940s Black Jersey Dress with Novelty Umbrella Appliqué Studs

Located in London, GB

leather trim. There is a classic drop-waist silhouette and the skirt is finished with a gently flared

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Fall 1988 Black Rosette Bubble Cocktail Dress YSL
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Fall 1988 Black Rosette Bubble Cocktail Dress YSL

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Fall 1988 Black Rosette Bubble Cocktail Dress YSL

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

with metallic accessories and a bold lip for a contemporary edge. The dropped waist and side hip tie

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1983 Valentino Haute Couture Emerald Green Velvet and Wool Dress
1983 Valentino Haute Couture Emerald Green Velvet and Wool Dress

1983 Valentino Haute Couture Emerald Green Velvet and Wool Dress

By Valentino

Located in London, GB

cuffs (to allow for the slim shape). It has a drop-waist cut from under which the wool skirt flares out

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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1980s Racine Black and White Checkerboard Silk Jersey Dress
1980s Racine Black and White Checkerboard Silk Jersey Dress

1980s Racine Black and White Checkerboard Silk Jersey Dress

By Racine Paris

Located in London, GB

adorned with fabric-covered buttons and finished with a small open-collar. The skirt has a drop-waist and

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1940s Black Taffeta Evening Gown with Scalloped Lace Hem by Irving
1940s Black Taffeta Evening Gown with Scalloped Lace Hem by Irving

1940s Black Taffeta Evening Gown with Scalloped Lace Hem by Irving

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

sophistication. A softly gathered dropped waist elongates the torso, while bow accents at the shoulders provide a

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1940s Unknown Evening Gowns

1987 Zandra Rhodes Grey Denim Ra Ra Dress
1987 Zandra Rhodes Grey Denim Ra Ra Dress

1987 Zandra Rhodes Grey Denim Ra Ra Dress

By Zandra Rhodes

Located in London, GB

polished silver chains and rhinestones - playful, expected details from the flamboyant designer. The drop

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1980s British Cocktail Dresses

1920s Off-White Lace Wedding Dress with Rhinestone Belt
1920s Off-White Lace Wedding Dress with Rhinestone Belt

1920s Off-White Lace Wedding Dress with Rhinestone Belt

Located in London, GB

and lace in a drop-waist, apron style that was the mid 1920s vogue. The fluid cut makes this wedding

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1920s British Wedding Dresses

Vintage Mary McFadden Purple & Gold Pleated Gown
Vintage Mary McFadden Purple & Gold Pleated Gown

Vintage Mary McFadden Purple & Gold Pleated Gown

By Mary McFadden

Located in Los Angeles, CA

shoulder (not seam to seam) Sleeve Length: Waist: 34" Drop waist 36" Hips: open Chest: 37"

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1980s Evening Gowns

Ralph Lauren Black Label "Anna Karenina" Black Cashmere Coat Size 8
Ralph Lauren Black Label "Anna Karenina" Black Cashmere Coat Size 8

Ralph Lauren Black Label "Anna Karenina" Black Cashmere Coat Size 8

By Ralph Lauren Black Label

Located in Palm Desert, CA

flattering design. AMazing droped waist in back of coat, it is a round shape to give coat it's unique fit and

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1990s American Coats

JUNYA WATANABE 2012 black wool suspender high waisted harem pants M
JUNYA WATANABE 2012 black wool suspender high waisted harem pants M

JUNYA WATANABE 2012 black wool suspender high waisted harem pants M

By Junya Watanabe

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Details: Black high-waisted harem trousers with drop crotch and sharp pleated waist. Features tapered legs

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Pants

1920s Silver Cobweb Lame Flapper Culottes Dress
1920s Silver Cobweb Lame Flapper Culottes Dress

1920s Silver Cobweb Lame Flapper Culottes Dress

Located in London, GB

Tailored to a classic 1920s drop-waist silhouette, this is a rare surviving culottes dress from the

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1920s British Jumpsuits

Rodarte 2011 Runway Embroidered Tulle Wood Dress
Rodarte 2011 Runway Embroidered Tulle Wood Dress

Rodarte 2011 Runway Embroidered Tulle Wood Dress

By Rodarte

Located in Boca Raton, FL

embroidered drop waist to a mini length above the knee, revealing a dainty cream lace underlayer that adds yet

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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rodarte Tie Dye Beaded Embroidered Silk Gown F/W 2013 Runway
Rodarte Tie Dye Beaded Embroidered Silk Gown F/W 2013 Runway

Rodarte Tie Dye Beaded Embroidered Silk Gown F/W 2013 Runway

By Rodarte

Located in Boca Raton, FL

double as glittering stamens. Size: 0 fits like a 2 Measurements: Bust: 32 inches Waist: 28 - 30 inches

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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Fabulous Vintage Galanos Polka Dot Silk Pleated Belted Dress, 1980s
Fabulous Vintage Galanos Polka Dot Silk Pleated Belted Dress, 1980s

Fabulous Vintage Galanos Polka Dot Silk Pleated Belted Dress, 1980s

By James Galanos, Galanos

Located in Boca Raton, FL

creates a playful sense of movement, falling from a flattering drop waist which serves to elongate the

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1920s Black White Silk Dot Magenta Pom Pom Draped Dress
Vintage 1920s Black White Silk Dot Magenta Pom Pom Draped Dress

Vintage 1920s Black White Silk Dot Magenta Pom Pom Draped Dress

Located in Boca Raton, FL

simplicity and freedom, ranging from the somewhat androgynous dropped waist flapper dress to more romantic

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1920s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

1994 VIVIENNE WESTWOOD brown shearling coat with orb buttons
1994 VIVIENNE WESTWOOD brown shearling coat with orb buttons

1994 VIVIENNE WESTWOOD brown shearling coat with orb buttons

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in San Fransisco, CA

24" waist, 34" hips). Approximate measurements of coat (taken from outside): drop shoulder 19

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1990s British Coats

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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.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale 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 John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren 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 Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

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