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Light Blue Evening Dress

Carolina Herrera Light Blue Formal Evening Gown
Carolina Herrera Light Blue Formal Evening Gown

Carolina Herrera Light Blue Formal Evening Gown

By Carolina Herrera

Located in Ardmore, PA

Carolina Herrera Light Blue Formal Evening Gown Size US 10 **Fits Like a US 4 Gown to the floor

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2010s American Evening Gowns

Rudi Gernreich Light Blue Knit Halter Dress w/ Metal Neck Ring
Rudi Gernreich Light Blue Knit Halter Dress w/ Metal Neck Ring

Rudi Gernreich Light Blue Knit Halter Dress w/ Metal Neck Ring

By Rudi Gernreich

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Quantity: Two (2) Size 8 Measurements: Bust: 36" Waist: 30" Hip: 40" Length: 58"

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1960s American Evening Gowns

Herve Leger Light Blue & Silver Fit & Flare Carole Dress
Herve Leger Light Blue & Silver Fit & Flare Carole Dress

Herve Leger Light Blue & Silver Fit & Flare Carole Dress

By Herve Léger

Located in London, GB

Super sexy Herve Leger black bandage dress - bought for $995 and new with tags, including removable

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2010s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

1990s Sophie Siabon Size 38 Light Blue Cut-Out Cage 90s Vintage Sexy Dress
1990s Sophie Siabon Size 38 Light Blue Cut-Out Cage 90s Vintage Sexy Dress

1990s Sophie Siabon Size 38 Light Blue Cut-Out Cage 90s Vintage Sexy Dress

By Sophie Sitbon Paris, Sophie Sitbon

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage Sophie Sitbon 1990s Light Blue cut-out cage style dress ! Cut-out above bust, and two

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

EMILIO PUCCI 100% silk light blue kaleidoscopic print mini dress IT40 S
EMILIO PUCCI 100% silk light blue kaleidoscopic print mini dress IT40 S

EMILIO PUCCI 100% silk light blue kaleidoscopic print mini dress IT40 S

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Hong Kong, NT

EMILIO PUCCI 100% silk light blue kaleidoscopic print mini dress IT40 S Reference: MECG/A00160

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

MIU MIU Size 4 Black Light Blue Silk Stripe Cowl Collar Dress
MIU MIU Size 4 Black Light Blue Silk Stripe Cowl Collar Dress

MIU MIU Size 4 Black Light Blue Silk Stripe Cowl Collar Dress

By Miu Miu

Located in San Francisco, CA

MIU MIU dress in a black and light blue silk featuring a stripe pattern, cowl neck, and invisible

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

MARC JACOBS Size 4 Light Blue Black Rayon / Silk Lace Trim Slip Dress
MARC JACOBS Size 4 Light Blue Black Rayon / Silk Lace Trim Slip Dress

MARC JACOBS Size 4 Light Blue Black Rayon / Silk Lace Trim Slip Dress

By Marc Jacobs

Located in San Francisco, CA

: Dress More Details Brand: MARC JACOBS Gender: Female Size: 4 Color: Light Blue Color 2: Black

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

EMILIO PUCCI light blue black white 2024 IRIDE PRINTED MIDI Dress 42 M
EMILIO PUCCI light blue black white 2024 IRIDE PRINTED MIDI Dress 42 M

EMILIO PUCCI light blue black white 2024 IRIDE PRINTED MIDI Dress 42 M

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Emilio Pucci midi dress in light blue, white and black crepe polyester (with 4

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Dresses

F/W 2006 Versace by Donatella Runway Ad Ruched Light Blue Stretch Slit Gown
F/W 2006 Versace by Donatella Runway Ad Ruched Light Blue Stretch Slit Gown

F/W 2006 Versace by Donatella Runway Ad Ruched Light Blue Stretch Slit Gown

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a gorgeous light blue stretch Versace gown, designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses

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1960s Italian Couture Light Blue Beadeds Fringe Mod Cocktail Dress
1960s Italian Couture Light Blue Beadeds Fringe Mod Cocktail Dress

1960s Italian Couture Light Blue Beadeds Fringe Mod Cocktail Dress

Located in Milan, Italy

This amazing tailored 1960s Italian cocktail dress is in a fabulous light blue silk fabric with

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1960s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

NEW ELISABETTA FRANCHI PLEATED BLUE DRESS with LIGHT GOLD CHAIN IT 40
NEW ELISABETTA FRANCHI PLEATED BLUE DRESS with LIGHT GOLD CHAIN IT 40

NEW ELISABETTA FRANCHI PLEATED BLUE DRESS with LIGHT GOLD CHAIN IT 40

By Elisabetta Franchi

Located in Montgomery, TX

NEW ELISABETTA FRANCHI Lamè jersey evening gown. The sleeves are gathered at the wrist and have

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Max Mara Metallic/Light Blue Jacquard Gown S
Max Mara Metallic/Light Blue Jacquard Gown S

Max Mara Metallic/Light Blue Jacquard Gown S

By Max Mara

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Resplendent elegant and gorgeous this gown defines it all. Flaunting a floor length silhouette this gown is beautified using stunning details and a stylish neckline. Wear it with sta...

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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Miu Miu Light blue dress
Miu Miu Light blue dress

Miu Miu Light blue dress

By Miu Miu

Located in Capri, IT

Miu Miu Light blue dress in italian size range 42 lenght 78 cm bust 76 cm sleeve lenght 32

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Blumarine light blue silk dress
Blumarine light blue silk dress

Blumarine light blue silk dress

By Blumarine

Located in Capri, IT

Blumarine light blue silk dress totally made in italy in size 44 embellished with laces all over

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

EMILIO PUCCI Light Blue and Purple Abstract Print Maxi Dress Size M
EMILIO PUCCI Light Blue and Purple Abstract Print Maxi Dress Size M

EMILIO PUCCI Light Blue and Purple Abstract Print Maxi Dress Size M

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Pucci dress is composed of a jersey knit polyester with a wonderful bold abstract print

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20th Century American Maxi Dress

Gianni Versace light blue multicoloured Medusa Dress
Gianni Versace light blue multicoloured Medusa Dress

Gianni Versace light blue multicoloured Medusa Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Capri, IT

Gianni Versace light blue multicoloured Medusa Dress total lenght 70 cm

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Valentino Light Wool Navy Blue Dress (s)
1990s Valentino Light Wool Navy Blue Dress (s)

1990s Valentino Light Wool Navy Blue Dress (s)

By Valentino

Located in Port Hope, ON

Lovely bust line and draped shoulders, makes this simple dress very elegant. There are two

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Asymmetric Silk Light Blue D&G Dolce & Gabbana Dress
Asymmetric Silk Light Blue D&G Dolce & Gabbana Dress

Asymmetric Silk Light Blue D&G Dolce & Gabbana Dress

By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Located in GOUVIEUX, FR

Colors : light blue Content : 100% silk. Condition : 9/10 Excellent condition no visible signs of wear

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Early 2000s Italian Babydoll Dresses

Ceil Chapman Vintage Light Blue Lace, Chiffon Cocktail Dress
Ceil Chapman Vintage Light Blue Lace, Chiffon Cocktail Dress

Ceil Chapman Vintage Light Blue Lace, Chiffon Cocktail Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a delightful vintage cocktail dress from Ceil Chapman. It is made of a light blue lace with

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

3.1 PHILLIP LIM Size 2 Black Light Blue Floral Silk Dress
3.1 PHILLIP LIM Size 2 Black Light Blue Floral Silk Dress

3.1 PHILLIP LIM Size 2 Black Light Blue Floral Silk Dress

By 3.1 Phillip Lim

Located in San Francisco, CA

3.1 PHILLIP LIM dress comes ina black & light blue floral silk featuring a bubble hem, rhinestone

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Self Portrait EU 40 Light Blue Lace Self Portrait Spaghetti Strap Dress
Self Portrait EU 40 Light Blue Lace Self Portrait Spaghetti Strap Dress

Self Portrait EU 40 Light Blue Lace Self Portrait Spaghetti Strap Dress

By Self-Portrait

Located in Amman, JO

Light blue lace Self Portrait spaghetti-strap dress with nude underlining. Multiple layer skirt and

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21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses

Vintage Thierry Mugler light turquoise blue Halter Top and shorts set
Vintage Thierry Mugler light turquoise blue Halter Top and shorts set

Vintage Thierry Mugler light turquoise blue Halter Top and shorts set

By Mugler, Thierry Mugler

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

” light turquoise blue really draws attention to this crisp fashion statement. The halter design has an

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Rudi Gernreich Light Blue Knit Long Sleeveless Dress, High Neck
Rudi Gernreich Light Blue Knit Long Sleeveless Dress, High Neck

Rudi Gernreich Light Blue Knit Long Sleeveless Dress, High Neck

By Rudi Gernreich

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Quantity: 3 total. (2) size 6 (1) size 8 (Refer to measurements for best fit- Vintage 1970's) Measurements: Size: 6 Bust: 32" Waist: 26" Hip: 32" Length: 57" Size...

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1970s American Evening Gowns

F/W 2004 Dolce & Gabbana Black Lace Trim Light Blue Satin Slip Mini Dress
F/W 2004 Dolce & Gabbana Black Lace Trim Light Blue Satin Slip Mini Dress

F/W 2004 Dolce & Gabbana Black Lace Trim Light Blue Satin Slip Mini Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall/Winter 2004 collection, this light blue satin slip dress features a V

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Versace Light Blu Long Open Back Dress
Rare Versace Light Blu Long Open Back Dress

Rare Versace Light Blu Long Open Back Dress

By Versace

Located in Capri, IT

Rare Versace Light Blu Long Dress open back 2 Medusa logo bottons on the back Rare and unique

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Emanuel Ungaro Light Blue Silk Polka Dot Skirt Suit 1990s
Emanuel Ungaro Light Blue Silk Polka Dot Skirt Suit 1990s

Emanuel Ungaro Light Blue Silk Polka Dot Skirt Suit 1990s

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Brindisi, Bt

, light blue and yellow. Wallet skirt, soft knit with short sleeves. Made in Italy. Excellent vintage

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

F/W 2006 Versace by Donatella Runway Ad Ruched Light Blue Stretch Slit Gown
F/W 2006 Versace by Donatella Runway Ad Ruched Light Blue Stretch Slit Gown

F/W 2006 Versace by Donatella Runway Ad Ruched Light Blue Stretch Slit Gown

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a gorgeous light blue stretch Versace gown, designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses

Chanel Light Blue Boucle Dress
Chanel Light Blue Boucle Dress

Chanel Light Blue Boucle Dress

By Chanel

Located in San Francisco, CA

Chanel indulges in a bit of icing with this flattering little dress. Soft, light tweed with petite

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Day Dresses

Self-Portrait Light Blue Pleated Chiffon Cut-Out Midi Dress XS
Self-Portrait Light Blue Pleated Chiffon Cut-Out Midi Dress XS

Self-Portrait Light Blue Pleated Chiffon Cut-Out Midi Dress XS

By Self-Portrait

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Self-Portrait dress exudes elegance with its light blue hue and pleated chiffon fabric. The

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2010s European Evening Dresses and Gowns

Self-Portrait Light Blue Pleated Chiffon Cut-Out Midi Dress XS
Self-Portrait Light Blue Pleated Chiffon Cut-Out Midi Dress XS

Self-Portrait Light Blue Pleated Chiffon Cut-Out Midi Dress XS

By Self-Portrait

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Self-Portrait dress exudes elegance with its light blue hue and pleated chiffon fabric. The

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2010s European Evening Dresses and Gowns

Max Mara Metallic/Light Blue Jaquard Short Sleeve Maxi Dress S
Max Mara Metallic/Light Blue Jaquard Short Sleeve Maxi Dress S

Max Mara Metallic/Light Blue Jaquard Short Sleeve Maxi Dress S

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This stylish maxi dress is a fashionable and versatile piece that exudes elegance and comfort. With

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

A/W 1999 Thierry Mugler Light Blue Silk Satin Halter Gown
A/W 1999 Thierry Mugler Light Blue Silk Satin Halter Gown

A/W 1999 Thierry Mugler Light Blue Silk Satin Halter Gown

By Thierry Mugler

Located in North Hollywood, CA

A/W 1999 Thierry Mugler light blue silk satin halter gown. Sleeveless halter gown with pointed bust

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1990s Evening Gowns

1970s Alfred Shaheen Light Blue Organza Dress
1970s Alfred Shaheen Light Blue Organza Dress

1970s Alfred Shaheen Light Blue Organza Dress

By Alfred Shaheen

Located in San Francisco, CA

1970s Alfred Shaheen printed organza dress featuring an abstract, floral, and geographic motif in

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

ELISABETTA FRANCHI PLEATED RED BLUE DRESS with LIGHT GOLD CHAIN IT 42
ELISABETTA FRANCHI PLEATED RED BLUE DRESS with LIGHT GOLD CHAIN IT 42

ELISABETTA FRANCHI PLEATED RED BLUE DRESS with LIGHT GOLD CHAIN IT 42

By Elisabetta Franchi

Located in Montgomery, TX

. Red carpet dress Long balloon sleeve Round neck Pleated skirt Long slits Back neckline with light gold

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Satin Lace Trim Gown L
Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Satin Lace Trim Gown L

Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Satin Lace Trim Gown L

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Look dignified and make a statement when you don this ethereal Dolce & Gabbana gown. In a light

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2010s Italian Evening Gowns

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Emmanuelle Khanh White Silk Blouse Shirt 1980s

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By Emmanuelle Kahn

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous white silk organza blouse, shirt, top by Emmanuelle Khanh. It is double breasted with large mother of pearl buttons and a large notched portrait collar. The long, full r...

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1980s French Blouses

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Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6

Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6

By Jacques Fath

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6. This stunning Jacques Fath top is in excellent condition, it shows minimal sign of use. It is made of ivory silk organza throughout and has lac...

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2010s French Blouses and Tops

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Boue Soeurs Romantic  French 1920  Silk  and Lace Gown

Boue Soeurs Romantic French 1920 Silk and Lace Gown

Located in New York, NY

French Boue Soeurs style romantic 1920's silk and lace gown. Composed of pale pink silk jersey crepe , the empire bodice of hand embroidered cotton tulle in floral motifs and fillet...

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1920s French Shift Dresses

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Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Nice, FR

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage pants trousers featuring a multi colored wall and flags print. These trousers feature : - Velvety touch material. - Front buttoning. - Front and back pock...

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20th Century Moroccan Pants

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Roberto Cavalli Summer Top

Roberto Cavalli Summer Top

$268

Size: iItalian 48

Roberto Cavalli Summer Top

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in London, GB

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New TOM FORD for GUCCI S/S 2004 Black Satin Crocodile Crystal Corset Shoes 6 B
New TOM FORD for GUCCI S/S 2004 Black Satin Crocodile Crystal Corset Shoes 6 B

New TOM FORD for GUCCI S/S 2004 Black Satin Crocodile Crystal Corset Shoes 6 B

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Highly Collectible GUCCI Pair from TOM FORD'S Era S/S 2004 Collection Designer Size - 6 B Color - Black Bamboo and Crocodile Metallic Heel - 4" Silver-Tone Crystal Details Lace-Up...

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Early 2000s Italian Heels

1970s Love, Melody Sabatasso Black Suede Fringe Rhinestone Studded Wrap Dress
1970s Love, Melody Sabatasso Black Suede Fringe Rhinestone Studded Wrap Dress

1970s Love, Melody Sabatasso Black Suede Fringe Rhinestone Studded Wrap Dress

By Melody Sabatasso

Located in San Diego, CA

MUSUEM PIECE! Amazing and rare vintage 70s LOVE, MELODY black suede leather fringe rhinestone/studded wrap dress! Melody Sabatasso is a respected designer, known for her work with ol...

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

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Trompe L'oeil Oversize Belted Trench Coat

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$475Sale Price|45% Off

Size: L

Trompe L'oeil Oversize Belted Trench Coat

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous beige and black cotton trompe l'oeil trench coat jacket from Japanese designers Naoki Ichihara, Tadanao Yamashita and Shingo Otsuka for TALK ABOUT THE DISTRACTION. It app...

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1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress

1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace

Located in University City, MO

Sleek braided leather alligator head choker necklace The unique choker necklace is designed with a pair of silver metal alligators heads adhered to a black leather braided cord. The ...

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Thierry Mugler Red Jacket

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$671Sale Price|20% Off

L 29.14 in

Thierry Mugler Red Jacket

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Capri, IT

Thierry Mugler Red Jacket silver tone zip and closure asymmetric style total lenght 74 cm shoulder to hem 37 cm

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Lillie Rubin New 1950s Silk Damask Dress and Mink Collar Coat Set

Lillie Rubin New 1950s Silk Damask Dress and Mink Collar Coat Set

By Lillie Rubin

Located in Water Mill, NY

A rare, new 1950s dress and coat set from Lillie Rubin in a black silk damask flower pattern. The dress is semi fitted with a matching belt, a bateau neckline, and a straight skirt. ...

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1950s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

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Judith Leiber Clear and Green Rhinestone Clutch

Judith Leiber Clear and Green Rhinestone Clutch

By Judith Leiber

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Located in San Diego, CA

Chic early 50s demi couture pale blue French Lace wrap blouse top! Features a chiffon backing, with taffeta covered button. Attached taffeta ribbon ties multiple times around the wai...

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1950s Blouses and Tops

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Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit

Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Water Mill, NY

An amazing iconic fine black wool 3 piece skirt, pant and jacket suit from Azzedine Alaia as displayed in SCAD Fashion Museum in Atlanta. The spectacular front wrapping jacket is a...

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Chanel Runway Spring 2000 Multi colored Silk Skirt-38

Chanel Runway Spring 2000 Multi colored Silk Skirt-38

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Multi colored Silk Skirt-38 from the runway of the 2000 Spring/Summer collection. This adorable Chanel skirt is in excellent condition, it has minimal sign of use. It is made ...

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Light Blue Evening Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary light blue evening dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer Blue, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Brown and more options on these pages. You’re likely to find the perfect light blue evening dress 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. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Ceil Chapman, Rudi Gernreich and Chanel each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Finding a light blue evening dress for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Light Blue Evening Dress?

The price for a light blue evening dress starts at $145 and tops out at $7,000, and on average, selling for $1,227.

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.

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