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1970's Estevez Seersucker Pink & Ivory Candy Stripes Dress
1970's Estevez Seersucker Pink & Ivory Candy Stripes Dress

1970's Estevez Seersucker Pink & Ivory Candy Stripes Dress

By Estevez

Located in London, GB

dresses. This textured cotton dress features candy pink and ivory stripes, and has an oversized shawl

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1970s Maxi Dresses

1970's Lavender & Green Tiered Dress with Velvet Ribbon
1970's Lavender & Green Tiered Dress with Velvet Ribbon

1970's Lavender & Green Tiered Dress with Velvet Ribbon

Located in London, GB

Romantic 1970's tiered off-the-shoulder dress in a soft lavender and green floral pattern. This

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1970s Maxi Dresses

Emilio Pucci 1970s Goddess Motif Silk Halter Dress
Emilio Pucci 1970s Goddess Motif Silk Halter Dress

Emilio Pucci 1970s Goddess Motif Silk Halter Dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Show off with this amazing Pucci dress! Circa 1970s, this Silk maxi dress features a halter top

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1970s Italian Maxi Dresses

Jean-Paul Gaultier Spring 1999 RTW “Graffiti Goddess” dress
Jean-Paul Gaultier Spring 1999 RTW “Graffiti Goddess” dress

Jean-Paul Gaultier Spring 1999 RTW “Graffiti Goddess” dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Prague, CZ

A holy grail of Gaultier, the famous “Graffiti Goddess” dress. The same dress is a part of the V&A

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1990s Italian Maxi Dresses

1970's Fluorescent Viscose Kaleidoscope Print Maxi Dress
1970's Fluorescent Viscose Kaleidoscope Print Maxi Dress

1970's Fluorescent Viscose Kaleidoscope Print Maxi Dress

Located in London, GB

Striking 1970's fluorescent viscose dress with a kaleidoscopic floral print, featuring a smock

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1970s Maxi Dresses

1970's Coral Marble Roll Neck Maxi Dress
1970's Coral Marble Roll Neck Maxi Dress

1970's Coral Marble Roll Neck Maxi Dress

Located in London, GB

colourful gown is a great way to make a fun statement this season, you can dress it down with a pair of

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1970s Maxi Dresses

1970's Red And White Mirrored Mandala Dress
1970's Red And White Mirrored Mandala Dress

1970's Red And White Mirrored Mandala Dress

Located in London, GB

A 1970's red jersey maxi dress featuring a mirrored mandala print throughout. The dress closes with

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1970s Maxi Dresses

1960's Green & Coral Floral Dress & Bolero
1960's Green & Coral Floral Dress & Bolero

1960's Green & Coral Floral Dress & Bolero

Located in London, GB

A feminine summery 1960's adjustable buttoned halter neck dress with a bolero. The dress has a V

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1960s Unknown Maxi Dresses

1970's Black & Vibrant Print Halter Dress
1970's Black & Vibrant Print Halter Dress

1970's Black & Vibrant Print Halter Dress

Located in London, GB

The focal point in this 1970's black halter dress is the striking placement print in white, orange

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1970s Maxi Dresses

Victorian White Embroidery and Lace High Neck Lawn Dress
Victorian White Embroidery and Lace High Neck Lawn Dress

Victorian White Embroidery and Lace High Neck Lawn Dress

Located in London, GB

This stunning Victorian high neck lawn dress is the perfect lightweight dress for the summer season

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20th Century Maxi Dresses

1970's Cotton Jersey Bright Colourful Print Halter Sundress
1970's Cotton Jersey Bright Colourful Print Halter Sundress

1970's Cotton Jersey Bright Colourful Print Halter Sundress

Located in London, GB

This 1970's sundress is a fun and colourful halter neck maxi dress that is great for the summer

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1970s Maxi Dresses

1970's Tropical Flower Print V-Neck Maxi Dress - Size S/M
1970's Tropical Flower Print V-Neck Maxi Dress - Size S/M

1970's Tropical Flower Print V-Neck Maxi Dress - Size S/M

By Gottex

Located in London, GB

This gorgeous 1970's dress is the perfect way to get into the spring/summer spirit with its

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1970s Day Dresses

Cotton Voile Balloon Sleeved Boho Goddess Maxi Dress, 1970s
Cotton Voile Balloon Sleeved Boho Goddess Maxi Dress, 1970s

Cotton Voile Balloon Sleeved Boho Goddess Maxi Dress, 1970s

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

diaphanous balloon sleeves we've ever seen on a dress! With the luxurious fabric, incredible goddess worthy

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1970s British Maxi Dresses

1970's Radley Black Maxi Dress (Ossie Clark design) - Size L
1970's Radley Black Maxi Dress (Ossie Clark design) - Size L

1970's Radley Black Maxi Dress (Ossie Clark design) - Size L

Located in London, GB

This gorgeous black Radley Maxi dress from the 1970's is made from moss crepe. Its iconic 70's

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1970s British Maxi Dresses

Original Voyage Blue Camouflage Shirt Dress Approx Size UK 6
Original Voyage Blue Camouflage Shirt Dress Approx Size UK 6

Original Voyage Blue Camouflage Shirt Dress Approx Size UK 6

Located in London, GB

Funky blue camouflage shirt dress by Voyage featuring a bold pointed collar with a beaded edge

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1990s Maxi Dresses

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Goddess Maxi Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of goddess maxi dresses available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for Black goddess maxi dresses and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Beige, Blue and more. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding appealing goddess maxi dresses such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Jeanne Lanvin, Ossie Clark and Emilio Pucci each produced popular versions that are worth a look. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much are Goddess Maxi Dresses?

On average, goddess maxi dresses on 1stDibs sell for $1,200, while they’re typically $288 on the low end and $2,900 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Day Dresses for You

Luxurious and versatile, designer day dresses are as well suited to tea at an upscale hotel as they are to your next garden or rooftop party.

Today’s featherlight unisex day dresses — as well as the vibrant vintage day dresses of the 1950s and ’60s — look quite different from the heavy, fabric-rich de rigueur garments of the Victorian era. In the late 19th century, a woman of a certain standing might have multiple dresses to wear throughout the day: specifically, one or two for the daytime and one for the evening. For example, a long-sleeve silk dress with a prominently flared back and a round collar of gold beaded lace that hugs the neck would be suitable for stepping out during the day, while a velvet gown trimmed in silk embroidery but overall comparatively informal in appearance would be worn for afternoon tea at home. At night, a silk velvet evening dress could feature natural world motifs such as butterflies (a characteristic of Art Nouveau design) and have short sleeves adorned with lace and ruffles and a scooped neckline — the perfect attire for the theater.

During the 1920s, after all the chores were done, a woman would change from her housework clothing into a more fashionable day dress to run her errands or socialize. Some 1920s day dresses were brightly colored and featured bold patterns — a cotton dress with a dazzling floral print, perhaps, or, in the case of the more venturesome Art Deco apparel sold in high-end couture fashion boutiques of the era, semi-sheer silk garments embellished with three-dimensional beadwork or rich metallic gold lamé.

Today, a closet full of casual vintage day dresses is a must-have. Whether you opt for black, crimson or beige, day dresses bring an element of glamour to your next appointment, and in the summer, who doesn’t love a wonderfully simple, lightweight day dress cut in cotton and linen?

Because different fashion designers of every decade have offered their own take on the widely loved day dress, you’ll be able to find a variety of vintage and designer day dresses on 1stDibs. Search by creator to find enduring designs by the likes of Emilio Pucci, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior, or browse by period to uncover a scintillating collection of cotton and satin patterned dresses of the 1950s and ’60s.

Questions About Goddess Maxi Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, maxi dresses are flattering. The key to choosing one that complements your curves is to look for styles that work with your body shape. For an hourglass figure, a maxi dress with a plunging v-neck and/or a fitted waist is often a good choice. Strapless tops and full skirts can balance a pear-shaped figure, while embellishments like ruffles and ruching can enhance an athletic body type. If you have an apple-shaped body, look for maxi dresses with empire waists, belts or swingy skirts. Shop a large selection of maxi dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the maxi dress was very popular in the 1970s. This was a strange transitional era for women’s clothing as they left behind more modest clothing and embraced a risque approach to style. This meant that in the 1970s maxi dresses sat alongside miniskirts in the same closet. Shop a collection of 1970’s-inspired vintage clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best shoes to wear with a maxi dress is dependent on the occasion and design of the dress. Wearing flat shoes such as sandals are great for a casual outfit during the day. For evenings, heels could be substituted for elevating your look if a formal dinner or other event is in the plans.

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