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1980s Samir Black Jersey Fringe Handkerchief Hem Vintage 80s Flapper Mini Dress
1980s Samir Black Jersey Fringe Handkerchief Hem Vintage 80s Flapper Mini Dress

1980s Samir Black Jersey Fringe Handkerchief Hem Vintage 80s Flapper Mini Dress

By SAMIR

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1980s Samir black jersey fringed handkerchief hem flapper style mini dress ! Spaghetti straps, with layers of fringe on the bodice and skirt. Hidden zipper up the back. In grea...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Flapper Style Black Fringe Vintage 70s Does 20s Sleeveless Disco Dress
1970s Flapper Style Black Fringe Vintage 70s Does 20s Sleeveless Disco Dress

1970s Flapper Style Black Fringe Vintage 70s Does 20s Sleeveless Disco Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Channel your innner Studio 54 in this black fully fringed flapper style disco dress ! Features allover fringe that looks fantastic with movement-- would look phenomenal on the dance ...

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Samir Rust Brown Faux Suede Beaded Fringed Boho Vintage 70s Dress
1970s Samir Rust Brown Faux Suede Beaded Fringed Boho Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Samir Rust Brown Faux Suede Beaded Fringed Boho Vintage 70s Dress

By SAMIR

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 1970s SAMIR rust colored faux suede spaghetti strap handkerchief hem boho beaded dress ! Features a soft faux suede with fringe at the neck and hem. Hidden zipper up the side...

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Michael Casey Pitch Black Bugle Bead & Crystal Mini Halter Dress w Fringe
1990s Michael Casey Pitch Black Bugle Bead & Crystal Mini Halter Dress w Fringe

1990s Michael Casey Pitch Black Bugle Bead & Crystal Mini Halter Dress w Fringe

By Michael Casey

Located in Gresham, OR

1990s Michael Casey Pitch Black Bugle Bead & Crystal Mini Halter Dress w Fringe: A fabulous, one-of-a-kind sample piece from Michael Casey's private archive in NYC. A perfect sampl...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

GIVENCHY COUTURE c.1990's ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Tiered Sheath Fringe Dress
GIVENCHY COUTURE c.1990's ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Tiered Sheath Fringe Dress

GIVENCHY COUTURE c.1990's ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Tiered Sheath Fringe Dress

By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy

Located in Thiensville, WI

GIVENCHY COUTURE c.1990's ALEXANDER McQUEEN Black Tiered Sheath Fringe Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Givenchy Couture Circa: 1996-2001 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Black knit f...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sheath Dresses

LANVIN 2015 black pearl mesh embellished eyelash fringe silk lined dress FR36 S
LANVIN 2015 black pearl mesh embellished eyelash fringe silk lined dress FR36 S

LANVIN 2015 black pearl mesh embellished eyelash fringe silk lined dress FR36 S

By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz

Located in Hong Kong, NT

LANVIN 2015 black pearl mesh embellished eyelash fringe silk lined dress FR36 S Reference: MECG/A00178 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: 2015 Material: Viscose, Blend C...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

1970s Lilli Diamond Black Fully Fringed Vintage Flapper Style 70s Cocktail Dress
1970s Lilli Diamond Black Fully Fringed Vintage Flapper Style 70s Cocktail Dress

1970s Lilli Diamond Black Fully Fringed Vintage Flapper Style 70s Cocktail Dress

By Lilli Diamond

Located in San Diego, CA

Fabulous mid 1970s does 1920s LILLI DIAMOND black fully fringed flapper style jersey cocktail dress! Words cannot even begin to describe how utterly gorgeous and flattering this dres...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

UNWORN Emilio Pucci S/S 2008 Signature Print Silk Dress Beaded Fringe Collar 42
UNWORN Emilio Pucci S/S 2008 Signature Print Silk Dress Beaded Fringe Collar 42

UNWORN Emilio Pucci S/S 2008 Signature Print Silk Dress Beaded Fringe Collar 42

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

A timeless EMILIO PUCCI dress that will never go out of style! From the iconic Spring 2008 collection Beautiful print with "Emilio" discreetly written all over Decorative collar mad...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

1960s does 1920s Bubblegum Pink + White Fringe Vintage 60s Flapper Shift Dress
1960s does 1920s Bubblegum Pink + White Fringe Vintage 60s Flapper Shift Dress

1960s does 1920s Bubblegum Pink + White Fringe Vintage 60s Flapper Shift Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 60s does 20 bubblegum pink and white sleeveless flapper style fringed flapper style shift dress! Soft textured cotton, with three tiers of white fringe at the hem. Full metal...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage J. Reynolds Black + Teal Sequin Lace Beaded Fringe Strapless Sexy Dress
Vintage J. Reynolds Black + Teal Sequin Lace Beaded Fringe Strapless Sexy Dress

Vintage J. Reynolds Black + Teal Sequin Lace Beaded Fringe Strapless Sexy Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage J. REYNOLDS black and teal lace sequined mini dress, with beaded fringe hem! Amazing hand-sewn teal sequins, with a stunning black lace backdrop. Beaded fringe hem looks...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Hand Embroidered White Net Kaftan W/ Machine Lace Panels & Eyelet Fringe Details
Hand Embroidered White Net Kaftan W/ Machine Lace Panels & Eyelet Fringe Details

Hand Embroidered White Net Kaftan W/ Machine Lace Panels & Eyelet Fringe Details

Located in Gresham, OR

This stiff white mesh net Kaftan is silk embroidered with shades of green and white and yellow thread. Floral motif silk embroidery on each side panel create an etherial feel which i...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Caftans

Purple and Silver Metallic 1960s Vintage A - Line Incredible 60s Fringe Dress
Purple and Silver Metallic 1960s Vintage A - Line Incredible 60s Fringe Dress

Purple and Silver Metallic 1960s Vintage A - Line Incredible 60s Fringe Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Cutest vintage 1960s purple and silver metallic fringed A - Line dress! Flattering pleats at each bust, with a tailored bodice and full A-Line skirt. Features a silver metallic lurex...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2009 Black Gray Nude Mesh Tassel Fringe Draped Dress
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2009 Black Gray Nude Mesh Tassel Fringe Draped Dress

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2009 Black Gray Nude Mesh Tassel Fringe Draped Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2009 Black Gray Nude Mesh Tassel Fringe Draped Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2009 "Natural Dis-tinction Un-natural Selection" D...

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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

1990s Thierry Mugler Fit & Flare Wrap Style Black Cocktail Dress w Bead Fringe
1990s Thierry Mugler Fit & Flare Wrap Style Black Cocktail Dress w Bead Fringe

1990s Thierry Mugler Fit & Flare Wrap Style Black Cocktail Dress w Bead Fringe

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Gresham, OR

1990s Thierry Mugler Fit & Flare Wrap Style Black Cocktail Dress w Bead Fringe: Bugle beaded fringe edgework with bell shaped sleeves. Tailored rounded shoulders and 40s-inspired sil...

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

1980s Does 1920s Lipstick Red Flapper Style Fully Fringed Vintage 80s 20s Dress
1980s Does 1920s Lipstick Red Flapper Style Fully Fringed Vintage 80s 20s Dress

1980s Does 1920s Lipstick Red Flapper Style Fully Fringed Vintage 80s 20s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible early 1980s does 1920s lipstick / cherry red fully fringed flapper style sleeveless dress ! Features nine tiers of fringe throughout the entire dress. Hidden zipper up the...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Iceberg Floral Print Silk Dress With Fringe Hem & Embroidered Trim
Iceberg Floral Print Silk Dress With Fringe Hem & Embroidered Trim

Iceberg Floral Print Silk Dress With Fringe Hem & Embroidered Trim

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage Iceberg dress combines elegant silk with a kimono-inspired silhouette, featuring delicate floral prints and intricate embroidered trim. Its playful fringe adds movement,...

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1990s Empire Waist Dresses

Bottega Veneta Pre-Fall 2020 2-Pieced Layered Black & Blue Rib Knit Fringe Dress
Bottega Veneta Pre-Fall 2020 2-Pieced Layered Black & Blue Rib Knit Fringe Dress

Bottega Veneta Pre-Fall 2020 2-Pieced Layered Black & Blue Rib Knit Fringe Dress

By Bottega Veneta

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

Pre-Fall 2020 Bottega Veneta double-layer rib knit dress featuring two separate coordinating pieces designed to be worn layered or individually. Form-fitting, lightweight semi-sheer ...

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2010s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1990s Escada by Margaretha Ley Black Flapper Fringe Vintage Dress Size 8 / 10
1990s Escada by Margaretha Ley Black Flapper Fringe Vintage Dress Size 8 / 10

1990s Escada by Margaretha Ley Black Flapper Fringe Vintage Dress Size 8 / 10

By Escada Margaretha Ley, Escada

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing early 90s does 20s ESCADA by MARGARETHA LEY black flapper inspired virgin wool fringe dress! Features a tailored bodice with a v-neck and short sleeves. Two tiers of black fr...

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1990s German Cocktail Dresses

1990s Does 1920s Black and Red Burgundy Lace Beaded Fringe Vintage Flapper Dress
1990s Does 1920s Black and Red Burgundy Lace Beaded Fringe Vintage Flapper Dress

1990s Does 1920s Black and Red Burgundy Lace Beaded Fringe Vintage Flapper Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible 90s does 20s black and red / maroon burgundy lace beaded fringe short sleeve flapper dress! Features a black mesh lace with thousands of hand-sewn black sequins and beads ...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black and White Crepe and Silk Fringe 50s Vintage Wiggle Flapper Dress
1950s Black and White Crepe and Silk Fringe 50s Vintage Wiggle Flapper Dress

1950s Black and White Crepe and Silk Fringe 50s Vintage Wiggle Flapper Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1950s black and white fringe flapper fringe dress, with a 1920s twist! Wonderful soft black crepe, with a body hugging wiggle fit. Fringe at bust and hem. Full metal zipper with...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1961 Saks Fifth Avenue Black Silk Satin Sheath Dress w/ Heavy Long Fringe
1961 Saks Fifth Avenue Black Silk Satin Sheath Dress w/ Heavy Long Fringe

1961 Saks Fifth Avenue Black Silk Satin Sheath Dress w/ Heavy Long Fringe

By For Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in Gresham, OR

1961 Saks Fifth Avenue Black Satin Sheath Dress w/ Heavy Long Fringe: Smooth silk satin waistline with constructed bow. Made to order through Saks Fifth Avenue. Size 8

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Joy Stevens Fully Fringed 70s Does 20s Black Jersey Vintage Flapper Dress
1970s Joy Stevens Fully Fringed 70s Does 20s Black Jersey Vintage Flapper Dress

1970s Joy Stevens Fully Fringed 70s Does 20s Black Jersey Vintage Flapper Dress

By Joy Stevens

Located in San Diego, CA

Spectacular 1970s JOY STEVENS black fully fringe sleeveless flapper dress! This statement maker features multiple tiers of fringe throughout the entire front, back and sides of the d...

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Cocktail dress made of gold sequin and beads fringes BLACK TIE by OLEG CASSINI
Cocktail dress made of gold sequin and beads fringes BLACK TIE by OLEG CASSINI

Cocktail dress made of gold sequin and beads fringes BLACK TIE by OLEG CASSINI

By Black Tie by Oleg Cassini

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Cocktail dress made of gold sequin and beads fringes on a silk base. Rayon lining. Shoulder pad. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Split on the middle back, lenght = 15cm...

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1980s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

1950s Demi Couture Black Silk Crepe Dramatic Sequin Neck Fringe Vintage Dress
1950s Demi Couture Black Silk Crepe Dramatic Sequin Neck Fringe Vintage Dress

1950s Demi Couture Black Silk Crepe Dramatic Sequin Neck Fringe Vintage Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful 50s black silk crepe dramatic neck sequin wiggle dress! Features a shawl like collar drenched with thousands of hand-sewn black sequins. Dipped low back reveals just the ri...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

OSCAR DE LA RENTA Runway purple silk embroidery anglais fringe hem dress US6 M
OSCAR DE LA RENTA Runway purple silk embroidery anglais fringe hem dress US6 M

OSCAR DE LA RENTA Runway purple silk embroidery anglais fringe hem dress US6 M

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Hong Kong, NT

OSCAR DE LA RENTA Runway purple white silk embroidery anglais fringe hem dress US6 M Reference: CC/A00470 Brand: Oscar de la Renta Designer: Oscar De La Renta Collection: Spring Summ...

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2010s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Lillie Rubin 1990s Amazing Fully Beaded Sequined Pearl Silk Fringe Dress
Vintage Lillie Rubin 1990s Amazing Fully Beaded Sequined Pearl Silk Fringe Dress

Vintage Lillie Rubin 1990s Amazing Fully Beaded Sequined Pearl Silk Fringe Dress

By Lillie Rubin

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing vintage early 90s LILLIE RUBIN black beaded, sequined, and pearled silk cocktail flapper dress! Heavily hand beaded black seed beads throughout the skirt. Gold and silver seq...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Tom Ford Fully Beaded Black White Zebra Long Sleeve Midi Dress with Fringe 42
Tom Ford Fully Beaded Black White Zebra Long Sleeve Midi Dress with Fringe 42

Tom Ford Fully Beaded Black White Zebra Long Sleeve Midi Dress with Fringe 42

By Tom Ford

Located in Montgomery, TX

Tom Ford Fully Beaded Long Sleeve Midi Dress with Fringe. Italian Size 42 - US 6 Black and White Beads, Sequins and Embroidery, Nude tulle, Two Side Slits, Shoulder and Side Zip Clo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

1990s Thierry Mugler Taupe Western Fringe Waist Corset Plunging Maxi Dress
1990s Thierry Mugler Taupe Western Fringe Waist Corset Plunging Maxi Dress

1990s Thierry Mugler Taupe Western Fringe Waist Corset Plunging Maxi Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Thierry Mugler dress from the 1990s is constructed in a soft taupe crepe and features a sculpted plunging neckline anchored by an exaggerated Western-style corset waist. The sha...

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1990s French Maxi Dress

1990s Erez for Lillie Rubin Size 10 Leather Suede Fringe Vintage 90s Mini Dress
1990s Erez for Lillie Rubin Size 10 Leather Suede Fringe Vintage 90s Mini Dress

1990s Erez for Lillie Rubin Size 10 Leather Suede Fringe Vintage 90s Mini Dress

By Lillie Rubin

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing EREZ for LILLIE RUBIN Size 10 black suede leather fringe mini dress! Features a flattering tailored body with black suede fringe that is sewn on the low waistband. Fully line...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Silk Fringe-Trimmed Dress New w/ Tags
2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Silk Fringe-Trimmed Dress New w/ Tags

2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Silk Fringe-Trimmed Dress New w/ Tags

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Montgomery, TX

2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Silk Fringe-Trimmed Dress – New with Tags An ultra-rare collector’s treasure from Tom Ford’s provocative tenure at YSL, this 2001 black silk midi...

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Bob Mackie 80-s Red Fully Beaded Fringe Cocktail Dress US 4 and 8
Vintage Bob Mackie 80-s Red Fully Beaded Fringe Cocktail Dress US 4 and 8

Vintage Bob Mackie 80-s Red Fully Beaded Fringe Cocktail Dress US 4 and 8

By Bob Mackie

Located in Montgomery, TX

Bob Mackie Boutique Red Fully Beaded Cocktail Fringe Dress Designer sizes available - 4 and 8 Mid 1980s, Embroidered with Bead work Shimmying Fringes, Black and Silver-tone Geometric...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Printed evening dress with fringes scarf Gai Mattiolo Love to Love
Printed evening dress with fringes scarf Gai Mattiolo Love to Love

Printed evening dress with fringes scarf Gai Mattiolo Love to Love

By Gai Mattiolo

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Printed evening dress with fringes scarf attached on skirt and tied on the left side of the hips. Main fabric composition: 92% polyester, 8% lycra. Lining: 100% polyester. Rhinestone...

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2010s Turkish Empire Waist Dresses

New Marchesa Ombré Fringed Bow Mini Silk Dress US 6 as seen on Eva Longoria
New Marchesa Ombré Fringed Bow Mini Silk Dress US 6 as seen on Eva Longoria

New Marchesa Ombré Fringed Bow Mini Silk Dress US 6 as seen on Eva Longoria

By Marchesa

Located in Montgomery, TX

Marchesa Ombre Fringed Dress. US size 6. S/S 2009 Collection. Same dress was worn by Eva Longoria in Emmy Awards and Blake Lively in 'Gossip Girl'. Real red carpet dress and truly ex...

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2010s American Cocktail Dresses

NWT Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2004 Runway Caribbean Blue Fringe Dress Italian 38
NWT Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2004 Runway Caribbean Blue Fringe Dress Italian 38

NWT Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2004 Runway Caribbean Blue Fringe Dress Italian 38

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Tom Ford for Gucci Runway Caribbean Blue Fringe Tassel Dress F/W 2004 Runway Collection The Most Seductive and Romantic Dress Ever! Designer size 38 - US 2 Bustier Style, 80% Sil...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Tom Ford $7, 000 Runway Fall 2015 Size 42 / 8 White Open Back Fringe Dress
NWT Tom Ford $7, 000 Runway Fall 2015 Size 42 / 8 White Open Back Fringe Dress

NWT Tom Ford $7, 000 Runway Fall 2015 Size 42 / 8 White Open Back Fringe Dress

By Tom Ford

Located in San Diego, CA

SOLD OUT Brand new with tags TOM FORD Fall 2015 runway white fringe flapper style dress! Impeccably designed, this rare gem features fabulous white tiers of fringe throughout on a ra...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Balmain Runway Mini Dress Size 40 Black Shinny Glitter Gold Fringe Viscose
Balmain Runway Mini Dress Size 40 Black Shinny Glitter Gold Fringe Viscose

Balmain Runway Mini Dress Size 40 Black Shinny Glitter Gold Fringe Viscose

By Balmain

Located in Miami, FL

- Gold and black exterior - Tagged size 40 - Made in Italy Condition: The dress is in overall decent condition with no major imperfections Measurements: ( Approximately In...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mini Dress

Amazing 1970s Black Hand Crochet Fringe 70s Vintage Embrodiered Boho Maxi Dress
Amazing 1970s Black Hand Crochet Fringe 70s Vintage Embrodiered Boho Maxi Dress

Amazing 1970s Black Hand Crochet Fringe 70s Vintage Embrodiered Boho Maxi Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 1970s hand crochet black open weave fringed couture quality maxi dress! Incredible amount of details that were completely sewn by hand. Fringe detail at collar, sleeves, and...

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1970s Maxi Dress

Black *Large Size* Jazz Baby Backless Fringed Wrapping Flapper Dress- M-L, 1920s
Black *Large Size* Jazz Baby Backless Fringed Wrapping Flapper Dress- M-L, 1920s

Black *Large Size* Jazz Baby Backless Fringed Wrapping Flapper Dress- M-L, 1920s

Located in Tucson, AZ

A transformative dress with a fetching shirred cummerbund that cups the tush and 2-foot fringe that never stops moving. Begs for a headpiece, garter flask and dance partner. Sleeve...

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1920s American Shift Cocktail Dresses

MORPHEW ATELIER Cream Multicolored Hand Embroidered Antique One Sleeved Backless
MORPHEW ATELIER Cream Multicolored Hand Embroidered Antique One Sleeved Backless

MORPHEW ATELIER Cream Multicolored Hand Embroidered Antique One Sleeved Backless

Located in New York, NY

MORPHEW ATELIER Cream Multicolored Hand Embroidered Antique One Sleeved Backless Gown with Fringe Vintage condition: Measurements Overall length: 57 in Bust : 33 in Waist : 25 i...

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2010s Evening Gowns

Marchesa Notte Size 10 Light Blue Sequin Embroidered Gatsby Flapper Style Dress
Marchesa Notte Size 10 Light Blue Sequin Embroidered Gatsby Flapper Style Dress

Marchesa Notte Size 10 Light Blue Sequin Embroidered Gatsby Flapper Style Dress

By Marchesa, Marchesa Notte

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiul Marchesa Notte Blue Spring 2007 Sequins, Embroidered, Fringe embellished Gatsby Flapper style gown ! Features embroidery on the front and back in vibrant colors of pink, blu...

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Torso Creations “Ibiza” Macrame Gown W/ Sculpted Bodice & Fringe
Torso Creations “Ibiza” Macrame Gown W/ Sculpted Bodice & Fringe

Torso Creations “Ibiza” Macrame Gown W/ Sculpted Bodice & Fringe

By Torso Creations

Located in Gresham, OR

Full length fringe adds drama to this one-of-a-kind piece. Perfect for swim coverup or for your beach-side vacation.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Beachwear

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Fringe Gowns For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of fringe gowns available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black fringe gowns, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Gray and more options on these pages. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Fringe gowns such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Bob Mackie, Dolce & Gabbana and Jean Paul Gaultier are consistently popular. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much are Fringe Gowns?

The prices for fringe gowns start at $155 and top out at $32,000 with these items, on average, selling for $1,398.

Finding the Right Evening Dresses And Gowns 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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