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Halston Cashmere Dress

Halston Cashmere Knitted Dress, 2000s
Halston Cashmere Knitted Dress, 2000s

Halston Cashmere Knitted Dress, 2000s

By Halston

Located in New York, NY

Halston cashmere knitted dress with decor made of metal elements.

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Early 2000s American Evening Dresses

Rare Halston Cashmere Red Maxi dress
Rare Halston Cashmere Red Maxi dress

Rare Halston Cashmere Red Maxi dress

$1,485Sale Price|29% Off

Size: 4/Small US

Rare Halston Cashmere Red Maxi dress

By Halston

Located in New York, NY

This True American classic! Rare Halston Cashmere in American Red. The back shoulder-to-shoulder measures 12 inches, the sleeves are 9 1/2 inches, and the circumference is 7 inches. ...

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Halston Pink Double Cashmere Maxi Sweater Dress
1970s Halston Pink Double Cashmere Maxi Sweater Dress

1970s Halston Pink Double Cashmere Maxi Sweater Dress

By Roy Halston Frowick

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1970S Pale Pink Halston cashmere long sleeve maxi shirt dress. fit size 0/2/4

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Vintage Halston 1970s Lilac Cashmere Knit Halter Dress, Museum-Owned
Vintage Halston 1970s Lilac Cashmere Knit Halter Dress, Museum-Owned

Vintage Halston 1970s Lilac Cashmere Knit Halter Dress, Museum-Owned

By Halston

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

A beautiful example of early 1970s Halston design, this vintage lilac cashmere knit halter dress embodies the effortless sophistication and understated luxury that made Halston one o...

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s HALSTON Cashmere Camel Tan 70s Vintage Dress and Cardigan Sweater Jacket
1970s HALSTON Cashmere Camel Tan 70s Vintage Dress and Cardigan Sweater Jacket

1970s HALSTON Cashmere Camel Tan 70s Vintage Dress and Cardigan Sweater Jacket

By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick

Located in San Diego, CA

No one did cashmere or beading quite like HALSTON! This chic 1970s HALSTON ensemble consists of a long cashmere cardigan and sleeveless cashmere dress.

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1970s Scottish Dress and Coat Ensembles

1970S HALSTON Cream Silk Jersey Plunging Neckline Gown With Angora & Cashmere K
1970S HALSTON Cream Silk Jersey Plunging Neckline Gown With Angora & Cashmere K

1970S HALSTON Cream Silk Jersey Plunging Neckline Gown With Angora & Cashmere K

By Halston

Located in New York, NY

This gown has a modesty panel inside for options of wear. Beautifully hand finished and in near mint condition 1970S HALSTON Cream Silk Jersey Plunging Neckline Gown With Angora & Ca...

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1970s Formal Gowns

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1970's HALSTON Pure cashmere belted sweater dress
1970's HALSTON Pure cashmere belted sweater dress

1970's HALSTON Pure cashmere belted sweater dress

By Halston

Located in Newport Beach, CA

1970's HALSTON Pure cashmere belted sweater dress in light blue melange knit.

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1970s American Day Dresses

Classic 1970s Blue Cashmere Halston Dress
Classic 1970s Blue Cashmere Halston Dress

Classic 1970s Blue Cashmere Halston Dress

By Halston

Located in New York, NY

A classic Halston blue cashmere gown: simple, glamorous, luxurious, beautiful and easy.

RARE vintage
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Halston Black Cashmere Gown with Keyhole Opening Neckline
Halston Black Cashmere Gown with Keyhole Opening Neckline

Halston Black Cashmere Gown with Keyhole Opening Neckline

By Halston

Located in New York, NY

Please note the belt is sold separately. The myth of Halston is that of the glamor and decadence of the 1970s, of a glittering clientele, of many, long nights spent under the disc...

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1970s American Evening Gowns

1970s Halston Yellow Cashmere Sweater Gown and Long Cardigan
1970s Halston Yellow Cashmere Sweater Gown and Long Cardigan

1970s Halston Yellow Cashmere Sweater Gown and Long Cardigan

By Halston

Located in New York, NY

A signature Halston look for evening: The classic sweater set transformed into a long fitted gown for the evening with a matching long, high armhole, thin sleeved cardigan. The my...

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1970s American Evening Gowns

Halston (1972) Cashmere Sleeveless Sweater Dress
Halston (1972) Cashmere Sleeveless Sweater Dress

Halston (1972) Cashmere Sleeveless Sweater Dress

By Halston

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a buttery soft 100% cashmere, canary yellow sleeveless sweater dress designed by Halston in 1972, and made in Scotland.

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1970s Scottish Pullovers

Halston Ivory Cashmere Halter Dress
Halston Ivory Cashmere Halter Dress

Halston Ivory Cashmere Halter Dress

By Halston

Located in New York, NY

Halston, ivory, Scottish cashmere, long, halter gown with a simple A line shape and open back.

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970's Halston Cashmere Sweater Dress
1970's Halston Cashmere Sweater Dress

1970's Halston Cashmere Sweater Dress

By Halston

Located in New Hope, PA

An iconic piece from Halston, this floor length melon colored cashmere cardigan dress is made from Scottish cashmere and it is so soft to the touch.

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970's Halston Cream Colored Scottish Cashmere Sweater Dress
1970's Halston Cream Colored Scottish Cashmere Sweater Dress

1970's Halston Cream Colored Scottish Cashmere Sweater Dress

By Halston

Located in New Hope, PA

Halston designed this super soft and extra comfortable cashmere dress in the 1970's.

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1970s American Day Dresses

1970's HALSTON black cashmere caftan
1970's HALSTON black cashmere caftan

1970's HALSTON black cashmere caftan

By Halston

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very soft jet black cashmere caftan from Halston dating to the 1970's. Labeled a size medium, although this fits most sizes. Made in Scotland. Excellent condition.

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1970s American Day Dresses

1970s Halston International Red Cashmere Long Tank Dress and Cardigan Set
1970s Halston International Red Cashmere Long Tank Dress and Cardigan Set

1970s Halston International Red Cashmere Long Tank Dress and Cardigan Set

By Halston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Halston long tank dress Cardigan with two pockets and iridescent buttons Red cashmere Measurements: Dress bust: 32-36" Dress waist: 28" Dress shoulder to hem: 59" Cardigan bust:...

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1970s Twin Sets

1970's HALSTON black cashmere maxi dress
1970's HALSTON black cashmere maxi dress

1970's HALSTON black cashmere maxi dress

By Halston

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare, extra long, black cashmere dress with turtleneck from Halston dating to the 1970's.

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1970s Italian Maxi Dress

HALSTON periwinkle cashmere tank dress
HALSTON periwinkle cashmere tank dress

HALSTON periwinkle cashmere tank dress

By Halston

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Gorgeous periwinkle cashmere tank dress from Halston. Ca. 1975.Simple yet very dramatic; what Halston did best.

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Halston Baby Blue Cashmere Maxi Dress
1970s Halston Baby Blue Cashmere Maxi Dress

1970s Halston Baby Blue Cashmere Maxi Dress

By Halston

Located in Water Mill, NY

An absolutely gorgeous baby blue cashmere wool blend jersey maxi dress by Halston. It has an open collar, long sleeves with button cuffs and a matching wide tie belt.

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Vintage Halston Lilac Purple Cashmere Cardigan Dress
Vintage Halston Lilac Purple Cashmere Cardigan Dress

Vintage Halston Lilac Purple Cashmere Cardigan Dress

By Halston

Located in San Diego, CA

A truly magnificent vintage Halston piece! This dress is 100% cashmere, and just feels so luxurious!

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1970s Scottish Evening Dresses

1970s Halston Tangerine Cashmere Maxi Sleeveless Dress and Cardigan Set
1970s Halston Tangerine Cashmere Maxi Sleeveless Dress and Cardigan Set

1970s Halston Tangerine Cashmere Maxi Sleeveless Dress and Cardigan Set

By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1970S Halston Double cashmere sleeveless maxi dress and cardigan set in light tangerine size ; 2/4 XS or Small

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1970s American Maxi Dress

Vintage Halston Cashmere Camel Tan 1970s Sleeveless 70s Sweater Dress
Vintage Halston Cashmere Camel Tan 1970s Sleeveless 70s Sweater Dress

Vintage Halston Cashmere Camel Tan 1970s Sleeveless 70s Sweater Dress

By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick

Located in San Diego, CA

Classic and chic mid 70s HALSTON cashmere camel colored dress! Signature Halston cashmere piece with the most luxurious soft Scottish cashmere.

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1970s Scottish Cocktail Dresses

Halston 1970s Black Cashmere Belted V Neck Vintage 70s Sweater Dress
Halston 1970s Black Cashmere Belted V Neck Vintage 70s Sweater Dress

Halston 1970s Black Cashmere Belted V Neck Vintage 70s Sweater Dress

By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic classic mid 70s HALSTON black cashmere dress ! Features detachable matching tie belt.

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1970s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1970's Navy Blue Cashmere Bare Back Evening Dress attributed to Halston
1970's Navy Blue Cashmere Bare Back Evening Dress attributed to Halston

1970's Navy Blue Cashmere Bare Back Evening Dress attributed to Halston

Located in New Hope, PA

A bateau neckline and full sleeves gathered at the wrist with a button and loop give the appearance of an elegant but sedate evening gown. Turn around to reveal the low cut back abo...

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1970s American Evening Dresses

Halston Black Cashmere Knit Collared Longsleeve Dress
Halston Black Cashmere Knit Collared Longsleeve Dress

Halston Black Cashmere Knit Collared Longsleeve Dress

By Halston

Located in US

Halston cashmere dress has three button closures along the front and slits at the cuffs.

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1970s Informal Dresses

Halston Light Orange Cashmere Polo Dress circa 1970s
Halston Light Orange Cashmere Polo Dress circa 1970s

Halston Light Orange Cashmere Polo Dress circa 1970s

By Halston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage dress by Halston circa 1970s 100% cashmere Polo style collar Condition: Excellent vintage condition Size/Measurements: 15" shoulder to shoulder 7.5" sleeve length 36" bust 31...

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1970s Maxi Dresses

Halston Light Yellow Cashmere Polo Dress, circa 1970s
Halston Light Yellow Cashmere Polo Dress, circa 1970s

Halston Light Yellow Cashmere Polo Dress, circa 1970s

By Halston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage dress by Halston circa 1970s 100% cashmere Large polo shirt collar Condition: Excellent vintage condition Size/Measurements: 15" shoulder to shoulder 9" sleeve length 36" bus...

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1970s Informal Dresses

Halston Light Yellow Cashmere Dress with Matching Long Cardigan, circa 1970s
Halston Light Yellow Cashmere Dress with Matching Long Cardigan, circa 1970s

Halston Light Yellow Cashmere Dress with Matching Long Cardigan, circa 1970s

By Halston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Product Details: Vintage dress and sweater by Halston circa 1970s 100% cashmere Sleeveless dress with long cardigan Condition: Excellent vintage condition Size/Measurements: Dress: 3...

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1970s Maxi Dresses

1970s Blue Silk Cashmere Halston Maxi
1970s Blue Silk Cashmere Halston Maxi

1970s Blue Silk Cashmere Halston Maxi

By Halston

Located in Rockwood, ON

These long cashmere silk knit dresses were a Halston staple and were designed for that chic modern woman to wear while entertaining at home or in an intimate setting.

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1970s Maxi Dresses

Resort 1972 Halston Sky Blue Sleeveless Cashmere Sweater Gown
Resort 1972 Halston Sky Blue Sleeveless Cashmere Sweater Gown

Resort 1972 Halston Sky Blue Sleeveless Cashmere Sweater Gown

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Resort 1972 Halston Sky Blue Sleeveless Cashmere Sweater Gown

By Halston

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Resort 1972 Halston sky blue sleeveless cashmere sweater gown. Long column sweater-inspired minimalistic gown with ribbed trim. Pull-over gown that clings to the body and is extraord...

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Museum Held 1977 Halston Blue Cashmere One Shoulder Dress
Museum Held 1977 Halston Blue Cashmere One Shoulder Dress

Museum Held 1977 Halston Blue Cashmere One Shoulder Dress

By Halston

Located in Rockwood, ON

These long, slim dresses made of pure cashmere wool became a Halston staple and were designed for that chic modern woman to wear.

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1970s Maxi Dresses

Halston 100% Cashmere Ivory Dress
Halston 100% Cashmere Ivory Dress

Halston 100% Cashmere Ivory Dress

By Halston

Located in Bath, GB

Halston 100% Cashmere Ivory Dress Size XS New with Tags

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Halston Cashmere Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary halston cashmere dress for your needs in our varied inventory. If you’re looking for an option in Gray and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Black, Blue and more. Finding the perfect halston cashmere dress may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Halston Cashmere Dress?

On average, a halston cashmere dress on 1stDibs sells for $1,300, while they’re typically $350 on the low end and $9,788 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Halston for sale on 1stDibs

Recognized for the understated but wholly glamorous fashions he introduced in the 1970s, and revered today for his vintage dresses, sunglasses, handbags and other enduring designs, Roy Halston Frowick defined the spare, body-conscious style of the so-called Studio 54 era. In doing so, he became a legend himself, known simply as Halston, a lean moniker that represented the visionary minimalist ideals he would inject into the world of fashion.

Born in Des Moines, Iowa — but raised in Evansville, Indiana — Halston moved to Chicago in 1952, where he worked as a window dresser by day and studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago at night. In the late 1950s, he moved to New York City. As the hat designer for Bergdorf Goodman, he had his first encounter with fame in 1961 when Jackie Kennedy wore a pillbox hat he designed to President John F. Kennedy’s inauguration. Less than a decade later, after hats fell out of fashion and sales plummeted, Halston launched his own ready-to-wear line and opened a ​​Madison Avenue boutique.

One of Halston’s early successes was the sexy Ultrasuede shirtdress, an unassuming adaptation of a man’s oxford shirt introduced in 1972 that became a fashion staple for the well-dressed woman. Named for a washable synthetic fabric that evokes the feel of suede — Halston is said to have previously seen innovative designer Issey Miyake wearing the material — the Ultrasuede shirtdress was cut to complement many figures with buttons that began at the breastbone rather than at the garment’s structured neckline. In one season, 60,000 were sold. Ultrasuede became a Halston signature, and he would use the fabric in coats, luggage and other items.

But it was his seductively simple nightlife designs that made Halston an international name. Often cut on the bias or sewn with single seams, his garments were constructed to flatter the female form like no evening gowns that had come before, popularizing such styles as the halter dress. “Halston brought a spark of the divine to everything he did,” said model Pat Cleveland during an interview about the 2021 Netflix series based on his life.

And, for a while, the designer was as ubiquitous in the clubs as his designs. “For two decades, [Halston] was the king of New York nightlife,” wrote Steven Gaines in Vanity Fair. He was a regular at Studio 54, partying with the likes of Andy Warhol, Bianca Jagger, Liza Minnelli and his Halstonettes, his coterie of glamorous models and muses that included Elsa Peretti. The close friend and collaborator of Halston’s transformed diamond jewelry for Tiffany & Co. after signing a contract with the storied American luxury house in 1974.

Halston won four Coty American Fashion Critics' Awards over the course of his career. In 1973, he sold his company to Norton Simon, and in the early 1980s, it switched ownership again. By 1984, neither his name nor his company were his own. Halston continued to work, however. He collaborated with close friend and legendary choreographer Martha Graham, designing critically acclaimed costumes for her, including for her dance work Persephone in 1987. Halston died of complications from AIDS in 1990.

Today, Halston’s designs can be found in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and more.

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