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Glam Vintage Dresses

Thierry Mugler Early 1990s Red crystal glam sculptural evening dress
Thierry Mugler Early 1990s Red crystal glam sculptural evening dress

Thierry Mugler Early 1990s Red crystal glam sculptural evening dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Milano, IT

- Designed by Thierry Mugler - Sold by Skof.Archive - Early 1990s collection - Fitted waist - Strong shoulder - Amazing high collar with sparkling rhinestone crystal detail - Silve...

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1990s French Glam Vintage Dresses

1960s Custom Gold Lamé & Ivory Brocade Sari-Inspired Goddess Gown w Glam Wrap
1960s Custom Gold Lamé & Ivory Brocade Sari-Inspired Goddess Gown w Glam Wrap

1960s Custom Gold Lamé & Ivory Brocade Sari-Inspired Goddess Gown w Glam Wrap

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Custom Gold Lamé & Ivory Brocade Sari-Inspired Goddess Gown with Matching Glamorous Long Evening Wrap: Maker unknown, but most likely custom made in a silk brocade in ivory an...

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1960s American Glam Vintage Dresses

Vintage Givenchy faux pearl clip on earrings, Gold tone, c1980s
Vintage Givenchy faux pearl clip on earrings, Gold tone, c1980s

Vintage Givenchy faux pearl clip on earrings, Gold tone, c1980s

By Givenchy

Located in NEWARK, GB

these are sure to add a little touch of vintage designer glam to dressed up or down outfits alike

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Late 20th Century French Retro Glam Vintage Dresses

Materials

Gold Plate, Base Metal

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OLD  HOLLYWODD GLAM LONG FLOWING CHIFFON RHNESTNE EYELET DRESS
OLD  HOLLYWODD GLAM LONG FLOWING CHIFFON RHNESTNE EYELET DRESS

OLD HOLLYWODD GLAM LONG FLOWING CHIFFON RHNESTNE EYELET DRESS

Located in San Francisco, CA

services for our dresses! We invite you to visit our boutique located at 3234 Sacramento Street, San

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1940s Glam Vintage Dresses

Moschino Cheap Chic Red Maxi Long Dress
Moschino Cheap Chic Red Maxi Long Dress

Moschino Cheap Chic Red Maxi Long Dress

By Moschino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Moschino cheap chic red maxi long dress Be retro glam wearing this red hot Long Dress by Moschino

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1990s Italian Glam Vintage Dresses

Moschino Dusty Pink Crepe 1940s Style Dress
Moschino Dusty Pink Crepe 1940s Style Dress

Moschino Dusty Pink Crepe 1940s Style Dress

By Moschino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Moschino dusty pink crepe 1940s style dress Be retro glam wearing this vintage dress by Moschino

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1990s Glam Vintage Dresses

Chic Chanel Black Dress With Belt 1980s
Chic Chanel Black Dress With Belt 1980s

Chic Chanel Black Dress With Belt 1980s

By Chanel

Located in Bethesda, MD

Glam Chanel black dress with ivory dots, gold-tone buttons at front, and accompanying belt, flounce

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1980s French Glam Vintage Dresses

70S YOUNG EDWARDIAN SATIN MAXI DRESS
70S YOUNG EDWARDIAN SATIN MAXI DRESS

70S YOUNG EDWARDIAN SATIN MAXI DRESS

Located in Miami Beach, FL

From THE Fantastic Early-70s Glam Period, 1970-72 . . . This Dress is Just So Beautiful

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1970s American Glam Vintage Dresses

Early 60's Gold Lame Flocked Cocktail Dress
Early 60's Gold Lame Flocked Cocktail Dress

Early 60's Gold Lame Flocked Cocktail Dress

Located in Toronto, ON

Gold lame isn't made any more, it's just too costly. This beautiful dress demonstrates the glam

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20th Century Glam Vintage Dresses

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Plated Clip On Earrings 1980s
Vintage Anne Klein Gold Plated Clip On Earrings 1980s

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Plated Clip On Earrings 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in London, GB

Anne Klein 1980s Vintage Earrings These statement earrings will add a touch of vintage glam to

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1980s American Glam Vintage Dresses

Materials

Gold Plate

1980S Cream Polyester Glam Dress
1980S Cream Polyester Glam Dress

1980S Cream Polyester Glam Dress

Located in New York, NY

1980S Cream Polyester Glam Dress

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1980s Glam Vintage Dresses

Stephen Burrows Beaded Matte Jersey Studio 54 Dress
Stephen Burrows Beaded Matte Jersey Studio 54 Dress

Stephen Burrows Beaded Matte Jersey Studio 54 Dress

By Stephen Burrows

Located in Gresham, OR

Stephen Burrows rayon matte jersey beaded 70s Studio 54 glam dress with asymmetrical hem line

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1970s American Glam Vintage Dresses

Baroque Pearl and Lapis Lazuli Necklace
Baroque Pearl and Lapis Lazuli Necklace

Baroque Pearl and Lapis Lazuli Necklace

Located in Dallas, TX

beads. Strung in a 36 inch necklace. Wear with denim, or for a glam dress, this necklace is universally

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20th Century Glam Vintage Dresses

Glam C.1960 Heavily Beaded Goldenrod Satin Evening Gown Dress
Glam C.1960 Heavily Beaded Goldenrod Satin Evening Gown Dress

Glam C.1960 Heavily Beaded Goldenrod Satin Evening Gown Dress

By British Crown Colony

Located in Atlanta, GA

Made C.1960 in Hong Kong, British Crown Colony, this ultra glam evening dress features superior

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1960s Hong Kong Glam Vintage Dresses

60s Gene Shelley  Black Bead and Sequin Gown - Hollywood Glam
60s Gene Shelley  Black Bead and Sequin Gown - Hollywood Glam

60s Gene Shelley Black Bead and Sequin Gown - Hollywood Glam

By Gene Shelly, Gene Shelley International Boutique

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Hollywood glam black hand-beaded and sequined full-length gown on wool knit to contour to

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1960s Hong Kong Glam Vintage Dresses

SALE-Charles Hollis Jones Lucite and Brass Coffee Table
SALE-Charles Hollis Jones Lucite and Brass Coffee Table

SALE-Charles Hollis Jones Lucite and Brass Coffee Table

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Redding, CT

with corner cut edges. This sleek Hollywood Regency style table is the epitome of glam and will dress

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1980s Hollywood Regency Glam Vintage Dresses

Materials

Brass

Vintage Karl Lagerfeld clip on earrings, Gold tone
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld clip on earrings, Gold tone

Vintage Karl Lagerfeld clip on earrings, Gold tone

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in NEWARK, GB

statement pair and these are sure to add a little touch of vintage designer glam to dressed up or down

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Late 20th Century European Retro Glam Vintage Dresses

Glam 1980's Raul Blanco Green & Gold Lamé Evening Dress
Glam 1980's Raul Blanco Green & Gold Lamé Evening Dress

Glam 1980's Raul Blanco Green & Gold Lamé Evening Dress

Located in Atlanta, GA

Raul Blanco was known for his detail to tailoring and fabulous fabrics, this evening dress has

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1980s South Korean Glam Vintage Dresses

Glam 1960's Lawrence of London Gold Trench Coat Style Dress
Glam 1960's Lawrence of London Gold Trench Coat Style Dress

Glam 1960's Lawrence of London Gold Trench Coat Style Dress

Located in Atlanta, GA

Gotta date with Goldfinger? At least dress the part in this fun gold lame trench coat style dress

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1960s American Glam Vintage Dresses

C.1970 Chester Weinberg Glam Gold Houndstooth & Black Jersey Dress
C.1970 Chester Weinberg Glam Gold Houndstooth & Black Jersey Dress

C.1970 Chester Weinberg Glam Gold Houndstooth & Black Jersey Dress

By Chester Weinberg

Located in Atlanta, GA

It's all about the fabrics for Mr. Weinberg and this dress is an elegant example. Wool black and

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1970s American Glam Vintage Dresses

Glam 1960's Mollie Parnis Metallic Gold & Copper Empire Waist Party Dress
Glam 1960's Mollie Parnis Metallic Gold & Copper Empire Waist Party Dress

Glam 1960's Mollie Parnis Metallic Gold & Copper Empire Waist Party Dress

By Mollie Parnis

Located in Atlanta, GA

Cross your heart in an opulent way with this glamorous eyeful of a dress by Mollie Parnis. The

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1960s American Glam Vintage Dresses

Glam C.1980 Albert Nipon Pink Charmeuse Dress With Black Velvet Details
Glam C.1980 Albert Nipon Pink Charmeuse Dress With Black Velvet Details

Glam C.1980 Albert Nipon Pink Charmeuse Dress With Black Velvet Details

By Albert Nipon

Located in Atlanta, GA

comfortable dress with details galore. The ballerina pink charmeuse fabric contrasts nicely with the black

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1980s Hong Kong Glam Vintage Dresses

Glam 1970's Lipstick Red Jersey Knit Caftan Lounger With Silver Sequins
Glam 1970's Lipstick Red Jersey Knit Caftan Lounger With Silver Sequins

Glam 1970's Lipstick Red Jersey Knit Caftan Lounger With Silver Sequins

Located in Atlanta, GA

This one is just for fun and may require the addition of a cigarette holder and a cocktail to complete the look. From 'My Kinda Gal', this red poly knit jersey caftan is embellished...

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1970s American Glam Vintage Dresses

Glam 1960's Green Velvet & Satin Evening Gown With Beading
Glam 1960's Green Velvet & Satin Evening Gown With Beading

Glam 1960's Green Velvet & Satin Evening Gown With Beading

Located in Atlanta, GA

This 1960's evening dress conjures up images of Jackie Kennedy era class and glamour. The

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1960s American Glam Vintage Dresses

Vintage Trifari faux pearl spray brooch, Gold tone
Vintage Trifari faux pearl spray brooch, Gold tone

Vintage Trifari faux pearl spray brooch, Gold tone

By Trifari

Located in NEWARK, GB

reverse for Trifari. A real gorgeous piece, sure to add a little touch of vintage designer glam to

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Late 20th Century European Retro Glam Vintage Dresses

Materials

Base Metal

Vintage 80s Gold tone clip on earrings, Faux agate, Antigona Paris
Vintage 80s Gold tone clip on earrings, Faux agate, Antigona Paris

Vintage 80s Gold tone clip on earrings, Faux agate, Antigona Paris

By Antigona

Located in NEWARK, GB

vintage designer glam to dressed up or down outfits alike. Condition: Good used condition overall, there

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Late 20th Century French Retro Glam Vintage Dresses

Materials

Base Metal

Vintage Burberry clip on earrings, Faux leather and Gold tone
Vintage Burberry clip on earrings, Faux leather and Gold tone

Vintage Burberry clip on earrings, Faux leather and Gold tone

By Burberry

Located in NEWARK, GB

gorgeous statement pair and these are sure to add a little touch of vintage designer glam to dressed up or

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Late 20th Century British Modern Glam Vintage Dresses

Materials

Stainless Steel

Stunning Glam Black w. Gold Roses Fitted Cocktail Dress
Stunning Glam Black w. Gold Roses Fitted Cocktail Dress

Stunning Glam Black w. Gold Roses Fitted Cocktail Dress

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Please contact dealer prior to purchase for White Glove shipping options. Stunning Glam Black w

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1960s American Glam Vintage Dresses

Moschino Cheap Chic Black Red Wool Rick Rack Dress
Moschino Cheap Chic Black Red Wool Rick Rack Dress

Moschino Cheap Chic Black Red Wool Rick Rack Dress

By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Moschino cheap chic black red wool rick rack dress Be retro glam wearing this vintage wool dress

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1990s Italian Glam Vintage Dresses

Strapless Ribbon Swirl 1950's  Lu-Sair Illusion Dress
Strapless Ribbon Swirl 1950's  Lu-Sair Illusion Dress

Strapless Ribbon Swirl 1950's Lu-Sair Illusion Dress

Located in Toronto, ON

is very full and would benefit from a crinoline. This dress is ultra glam and even has a current

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1950s American Glam Vintage Dresses

1970s Mr. Blackwell Gown With Tie
1970s Mr. Blackwell Gown With Tie

1970s Mr. Blackwell Gown With Tie

By Mr. Blackwell

Located in Rockwood, ON

jersey dress with a floaty chiffon overlay! The overlay has huge screened flowers scattered over it and

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1970s Glam Vintage Dresses

70S YOUNG EDWARDIAN SKIMPY SATIN GYPSY
70S YOUNG EDWARDIAN SKIMPY SATIN GYPSY

70S YOUNG EDWARDIAN SKIMPY SATIN GYPSY

Located in Miami Beach, FL

--Like wearing nothing at all . . . From the fantastic early-70s glam period, 1970-71

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1970s American Glam Vintage Dresses

1970s Cheetah & Stripes Leonard Paris
1970s Cheetah & Stripes Leonard Paris

1970s Cheetah & Stripes Leonard Paris

By Leonard

Located in Rockwood, ON

Killer bohemian glam dress by Leonard of Paris. It is a silky jersey that flows like nothing else

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1970s Glam Vintage Dresses

GIVENCHY Earrings Vintage 1980s
GIVENCHY Earrings Vintage 1980s

GIVENCHY Earrings Vintage 1980s

By Givenchy

Located in London, GB

Notes Team with loose neutral layers for a laid back luxe vintage feel. Or throw on to glam up a simple

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1980s French Glam Vintage Dresses

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Swee Lo Vintage Pure Watercolour Silk Glass Beaded Dress, 1970s
Swee Lo Vintage Pure Watercolour Silk Glass Beaded Dress, 1970s

Swee Lo Vintage Pure Watercolour Silk Glass Beaded Dress, 1970s

By SWEE LO

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

and airy which makes it perfect for evenings or a glam maxi dress for a summer party during the day

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1970s American Glam Vintage Dresses

Dorothee Bis 1980s Vintage Women's Long Alpaca Wool Cocoon Coat
Dorothee Bis 1980s Vintage Women's Long Alpaca Wool Cocoon Coat

Dorothee Bis 1980s Vintage Women's Long Alpaca Wool Cocoon Coat

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

inspired look. Perfect for fall and winter in the day or worn over an evening dress as a glam opera coat

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1980s Glam Vintage Dresses

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By Christian Lacroix

Located in Nice, FR

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20th Century French Glam Vintage Dresses

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Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6

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By Jacques Fath

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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2010s French Glam Vintage Dresses

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Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents

Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in San Francisco, CA

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Glam Vintage Dresses

1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat

1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...

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1980s Canadian Glam Vintage Dresses

Ivory Pearl and Lace Rose Bustle V-Neck Graduated Wedding Gown – XXS, 1950s
Ivory Pearl and Lace Rose Bustle V-Neck Graduated Wedding Gown – XXS, 1950s

Ivory Pearl and Lace Rose Bustle V-Neck Graduated Wedding Gown – XXS, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

With Taylor’s neck and waistline, Hepburn’s sleeves and Kelly’s lace, this wedding gown has all the requisites of a 1950s heirloom. We love how the uneven, graduated hemline and der...

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1950s American Glam Vintage Dresses

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Christian Lacroix 1990s Black Gold Accent Pocket Front Maxi Wrap Dress Gown

Christian Lacroix 1990s Black Gold Accent Pocket Front Maxi Wrap Dress Gown

By Christian Lacroix

Located in San Francisco, CA

Christian Lacroix vintage black full length wrap dress with gold embellishment at one strap. Fastens closed at other strap and wraps with belt and snap at waist. Patch pockets at fr...

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1990s French Glam Vintage Dresses

GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Iconic S/S 2000 Plunging Jungle Dress
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Iconic S/S 2000 Plunging Jungle Dress

GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Iconic S/S 2000 Plunging Jungle Dress

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Rubiera, RE

GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Silk jersey jungle dress Spring Summer 2000 Collection 100% silk Made in Italy Measures: Length cm. 100 Shoulders cm. 42 Bust cm. 48 Waist cm. 38 Sleeve cm. 64...

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Early 2000s Italian Glam Vintage Dresses

Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top

Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top

By Issey Miyake

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...

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1990s Japanese Glam Vintage Dresses

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BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Floral Khaki Unique Evening Gown Backless Crystal

BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Floral Khaki Unique Evening Gown Backless Crystal

By Badgley Mischka

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Badgley Mischka Vintage Khaki color Unique backless design Lined in nude silk so some parts look see-through, but it is actually the lining There are crystals throughout, I showed s...

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CARMEN MARC VALVO 90's Vintage Silver Beaded Evening Gown Bridal Wedding Dress
CARMEN MARC VALVO 90's Vintage Silver Beaded Evening Gown Bridal Wedding Dress

CARMEN MARC VALVO 90's Vintage Silver Beaded Evening Gown Bridal Wedding Dress

By Carmen Marc Valvo

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Carmen Marc Valvo Vintage 1990's Silver / Grey / Icy cool toned Delicate floral beaded pattern Looks like liquid silk, but it's not silk Sexy square neckline Size USA 12 - easily tai...

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1990s Glam Vintage Dresses

DAVID FIELDEN 2017 Runway Sample Ivory Lace Bridal Gown Maxi Ethereal Dress
DAVID FIELDEN 2017 Runway Sample Ivory Lace Bridal Gown Maxi Ethereal Dress

DAVID FIELDEN 2017 Runway Sample Ivory Lace Bridal Gown Maxi Ethereal Dress

By DAVID FIELDEN

Located in Leonardo, NJ

David Fielden Sposa Sample dress — the design made it to the runway, but the dress you're buying is an actual sample No size or comp tag please see measurements below Ivory Lace Exce...

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2010s Glam Vintage Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Glam Vintage Dresses

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Elegant French Art Deco Sequin Gown

Elegant French Art Deco Sequin Gown

Located in New York, NY

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Yves Saint Laurent Blouse Dress in Printed Satin Circa 1990

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By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Toulon, FR

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1960s White and Green  Beaded Mini Cocktail Dress

1960s White and Green Beaded Mini Cocktail Dress

By British Crown Colony

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent 2001-2003 Collection Silk Top Velvet Skirt Suit
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent 2001-2003 Collection Silk Top Velvet Skirt Suit

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent 2001-2003 Collection Silk Top Velvet Skirt Suit

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Montgomery, TX

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rare Skirt Suit French size 36 - US 4 Blouse - S/S 2003 Collection, 100% Sheer Silk, Buttons Closure, Cut-out Details, New with Extra Buttons. Skirt ...

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Early 2000s French Glam Vintage Dresses

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Glam Vintage Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of glam vintage dresses. For glam vintage dresses, black is a pretty popular color, but we also have blue, brown, red and more in stock now. 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 20th Century. Finding appealing glam vintage dresses such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Geoffrey Beene, Moschino and Bill Tice each produced popular versions that are worth a look.

How Much are Glam Vintage Dresses?

The prices for glam vintage dresses start at $125 and top out at $85,800 with these items, on average, selling for $775.
Questions About Glam Vintage Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a dress is vintage, look at the labels inside. By researching the maker and looking at images of the brand's other designs, you may be able to estimate the age of your dress. The label may even have a date printed on it. Generally, clothing must be at least 20 years old to qualify as vintage. If you need assistance dating your clothing, a knowledgeable expert, such as an appraiser or vintage clothing reseller, can help. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell how old a vintage dress is, use trusted online resources to conduct research. Start by searching for labels that identify the maker. Then, consult online information and images to determine when the brand produced pieces similar to yours. If you run into any problems or would like assistance, consult a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be considered vintage, a wedding dress has to be at least 20 years old. Many brides opt for vintage wedding dresses due to their timeless style and unique details. Shop a range of vintage and designer wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.

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