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1960's Norman Norell Black Silk & Rhinestone Drop Waist Dress
1960's Norman Norell Black Silk & Rhinestone Drop Waist Dress

1960's Norman Norell Black Silk & Rhinestone Drop Waist Dress

By Norman Norell

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Norman Norell black silk drop waist dress with rhinestone buckle belt and tiered skirt from the

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1960s American Chemises

Vintage 1920s 20s Sheer Black Silk Chiffon + Lace Drop Waist Flapper Dress
Vintage 1920s 20s Sheer Black Silk Chiffon + Lace Drop Waist Flapper Dress

Vintage 1920s 20s Sheer Black Silk Chiffon + Lace Drop Waist Flapper Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Completely sheer black silk chiffon and lace flapper dress from the late 1920s. Flutter sleeves and a draped neckline. This dress has no closure and pulls on over the head. In excell...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Evening Dresses

S/S 2004 CHRISTIAN DIOR by Galliano Sheer Drop Waist Slip Dress Unworn
S/S 2004 CHRISTIAN DIOR by Galliano Sheer Drop Waist Slip Dress Unworn

S/S 2004 CHRISTIAN DIOR by Galliano Sheer Drop Waist Slip Dress Unworn

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Austin, TX

S/S 2004 CHRISTIAN DIOR by Galliano Slip Dress Unworn Sheer Drop Waist Black Silk Condition

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Malcolm Charles Silver Brocade Drop Waist Dress Circa 1970
Malcolm Charles Silver Brocade Drop Waist Dress Circa 1970

Malcolm Charles Silver Brocade Drop Waist Dress Circa 1970

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Cute silver, white and gold Malcolm Charles brocade dress from the 1970's. Sleeveless and drop

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1970s American Shift Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black silk LACE-UP DROP WAIST MINI Dress 36
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black silk LACE-UP DROP WAIST MINI Dress 36

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN black silk LACE-UP DROP WAIST MINI Dress 36

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

pockets and a drawstring waist. Unlined. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Tag Size 36 Size

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Dresses

RDC Trompe Tan, Red, Burgundy Stripe Drop Waist Maxi Dress
RDC Trompe Tan, Red, Burgundy Stripe Drop Waist Maxi Dress

RDC Trompe Tan, Red, Burgundy Stripe Drop Waist Maxi Dress

By Roberta Di Camerino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage tan, red and burgundy Roberta Di Camerino trompe striped jersey maxi dress. Dress features signature Roberta print. Roberta Di Camerino archive sample dress.

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1970s Italian Maxi Dress

ZIMMERMANN Wild Botanica yellow cream linen floral drop waist dress Sz.1 S
ZIMMERMANN Wild Botanica yellow cream linen floral drop waist dress Sz.1 S

ZIMMERMANN Wild Botanica yellow cream linen floral drop waist dress Sz.1 S

By Zimmermann

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ZIMMERMANN Wild Botanica yellow cream linen floral drop waist dress Sz.1 S Reference: LACG/A00414

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Cocktail Dresses

EMILIO PUCCI dress drop waist open back 3/4 sleeve 40 / 6 NWT also 42 8
EMILIO PUCCI dress drop waist open back 3/4 sleeve 40 / 6 NWT also 42 8

EMILIO PUCCI dress drop waist open back 3/4 sleeve 40 / 6 NWT also 42 8

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Miami, FL

MEASURES: LENGTH from shoulder 45" UNDERARM to UNDERARM 24 WAIST 15" HIP 18 1/2" SLEEVE: three

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Norman Norell - Fantastic Early 60s Brocade Strapless Ballgown
Norman Norell - Fantastic Early 60s Brocade Strapless Ballgown

Norman Norell - Fantastic Early 60s Brocade Strapless Ballgown

By Norman Norell

Located in Gresham, OR

This early 60s exquisite "pattern-over-pattern" floral brocade strapless, dropped-waist, evening

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1960s American Evening Gowns

Chanel Navy Blue Knit Drop Waist Dress
Chanel Navy Blue Knit Drop Waist Dress

Chanel Navy Blue Knit Drop Waist Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Chanel sleeveless Navy blue knit dress with blue and white piping tassel on the sleeve and collar. Fun casual attire. Marked size: 42F/ Medium Bust: 36-38 inches

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Early 2000s French Day Dresses

Pierre Cardin Black Velvet Drop Waist Pleated Ruffle Dress
Pierre Cardin Black Velvet Drop Waist Pleated Ruffle Dress

Pierre Cardin Black Velvet Drop Waist Pleated Ruffle Dress

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer this vintage Pierre Cardin black velvet cocktail dress that features taffeta ruffles, long sleeves, ribbon waistband, and high low length. ...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Marc Jacobs Dropped Waist Pale Yellow Dress (4)
Marc Jacobs Dropped Waist Pale Yellow Dress (4)

Marc Jacobs Dropped Waist Pale Yellow Dress (4)

By Marc Jacobs

Located in Port Hope, ON

Delicate dropped waist dress made of 81% nylon and 19% elastane, it has two lining one beige and

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

Sexy Missoni drop-waist printed dress
Sexy Missoni drop-waist printed dress

Sexy Missoni drop-waist printed dress

By Missoni

Located in New York City, NY

Slinky Missoni dress with drop-waist and rouched skirt. Tags still attached.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Evening Dresses and G...

1970s Emilio Pucci Multicolored Drop-waist Dress
1970s Emilio Pucci Multicolored Drop-waist Dress

1970s Emilio Pucci Multicolored Drop-waist Dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Copenhagen, DK

An incredible 1970s Emilio Pucci drop-waist ankle-length evening dress with a front zipper closure

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1970s Italian Evening Dresses

1940's Lace Brocade Drop Waisted Ballgown
1940's Lace Brocade Drop Waisted Ballgown

1940's Lace Brocade Drop Waisted Ballgown

Located in Toronto, ON

satin ballerina skirt. It has many brocade covered buttons up the back. It has cap sleeves and a drop

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1940s Unknown Evening Gowns

Scaasi Chiffon Drop Waist Dress circa 1980s
Scaasi Chiffon Drop Waist Dress circa 1980s

Scaasi Chiffon Drop Waist Dress circa 1980s

By Arnold Scaasi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a red chiffon dress by Scaasi c. 1980s. It features a drop waist using a horizontal zig

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1980s Evening Dresses

ISAAC MIZRAHI Red Drop Waist Ruffled Train Dress
ISAAC MIZRAHI Red Drop Waist Ruffled Train Dress

ISAAC MIZRAHI Red Drop Waist Ruffled Train Dress

By Isaac Mizrahi

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Here is this simply stunning Isaac Mizrahi drop waist ruffled train dress. * It has a detachable

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Evening Dresses and ...

Jean Paul Gaultier Sheer Black Knit Drop Waist Dress
Jean Paul Gaultier Sheer Black Knit Drop Waist Dress

Jean Paul Gaultier Sheer Black Knit Drop Waist Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic...Jean Paul Gaultier Sheer Black Knit Drop Waist Dress!

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Carven Tangerine Cotton Silk Drop Waist Sleeveless Dress L
Carven Tangerine Cotton Silk Drop Waist Sleeveless Dress L

Carven Tangerine Cotton Silk Drop Waist Sleeveless Dress L

By Carven

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

color. Tailored from cotton and silk, this drop waist dress provides a great fit. It features two

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2010s French Evening Dresses

Pauline Trigere Drop Waist Silk Crepe Dress
Pauline Trigere Drop Waist Silk Crepe Dress

Pauline Trigere Drop Waist Silk Crepe Dress

By Pauline Trigère

Located in Topanga, CA

Black long sleeve silk crepe form fitting bodice. Silk satin full skirt.

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Valentino Vintage White Silk Drop Waist Dress, 1980s
Valentino Vintage White Silk Drop Waist Dress, 1980s

Valentino Vintage White Silk Drop Waist Dress, 1980s

By Valentino Garavani, Valentino

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A fabulous 1980s Valentino drop-waist silk dress with a fitted pleated panel across the hip, a

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1980s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Diane Von Furstenberg Yellow Sleeveless Drop Waist Gagon Dress S
Diane Von Furstenberg Yellow Sleeveless Drop Waist Gagon Dress S

Diane Von Furstenberg Yellow Sleeveless Drop Waist Gagon Dress S

By Diane von Furstenberg

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

The eponymous label Diane Von Furstenberg brings to you this lovely drop-waist Gagon dress for all

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s Black Drop-waist Dress With Beading and Drape Accents
1920s Black Drop-waist Dress With Beading and Drape Accents

1920s Black Drop-waist Dress With Beading and Drape Accents

Located in San Francisco, CA

1920s Black Drop-waist Dress With Beading and Drape Accents. The hand appliqué is trimmed in lamé

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1920s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Red Velvet Drop Waist Dress circa 1940s
Red Velvet Drop Waist Dress circa 1940s

Red Velvet Drop Waist Dress circa 1940s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a red velvet drop waist dress c. 1940s. The designer for the dress is unknown due to the

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1940s Shift Cocktail Dresses

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER For EQUATOR Blk Drop Waist Tulle Dress
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER For EQUATOR Blk Drop Waist Tulle Dress

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER For EQUATOR Blk Drop Waist Tulle Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Chest: 34" from side seam to side seam then doubled Waist: 28" from side seam to side

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mary Katrantzou Silver and Blue Metallic Drop Waist Jaspa Dress S
Mary Katrantzou Silver and Blue Metallic Drop Waist Jaspa Dress S

Mary Katrantzou Silver and Blue Metallic Drop Waist Jaspa Dress S

By Mary Katrantzou

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

To infuse a groovy style into your elegant evening looks, pick this dress from Mary Katrantzou. It

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Evening Drop Waist For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary evening drop waist for your needs in our varied inventory. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Brown and more options on these pages. You’re likely to find the perfect evening drop waist among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th 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 Jean Paul Gaultier, Alexander McQueen and Oscar De La Renta each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Finding an evening drop waist for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Evening Drop Waist?

The price for an evening drop waist starts at $125 and tops out at $14,800, and on average, selling for $963.

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 Evening 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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