Oscar de la Renta Exotic Printed & Silver Stenciled Silk Velvet Evening Dress 8
By Oscar De La Renta, Oscar de la Renta Active
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, the print shows reference to designs found in Indian block prints & tribal carpets. The dress has a
1970s Indian Red and Black Sheer Silk Hand Block Print Dress
By Judith Ann, Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann
Located in Houston, TX
Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann. Beautiful floral print sheer silk bishop-sleeved dress. Square neckline
1970S Blue & Purple Cotton Indian Block Printed Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970S Blue & Purple Cotton Indian Block Printed Dress
Morphew Collection African Indian Block Print Tribal Cotton Dress
Located in New York, NY
Morphew Collection African Indian Block Print Tribal Cotton Dress
1970s Paper Thin 100% Sheer Silk Indian Hand-Block Print Dress
By Judith Ann
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning paper thing silk dress with a hand block printed Indian design by Ritu Kumar
Ritu Kumar Indian Hand Block Printed Silk Dress, 1970's
By Ritu Kumar for Roshafi
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970's hand block printed silk dress by Indian designer, Ritu Kumar, for Roshafi. The pullover
1970s Vintage 100% Silk Hand Block Printed Indian Caftan Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage hand block printed caftan maxi dress in 100% silk. Gorgeous Indian print and bat
Judith Ann 1970s Vintage Paper Thin Silk Indian Hand-Block Print Dress
By Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann, Judith Ann
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning paper thing silk dress with a hand block printed Indian design by Ritu Kumar
Vintage 1970s Paper Thin 100% Sheer Silk Indian Hand-Block Print Dress
By Neiman Marcus, Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning paper thing silk dress with a hand block printed Indian design by Ritu Kumar
1970s Vintage Sheer Cotton Gauze Indian Blue Block Print Hippie Boho Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Paper thin vintage 1970s cotton gauze dress in a blue floral Indian block print. Unlined with front
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Size: Free (Small, Medium, Large)
1970s Judith Ann Vintage Paper Thin Silk Indian Hand-Block Print Dress
By Judith Ann
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning paper thing silk dress with a hand block printed Indian design by Ritu Kumar
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Size: Small-Medium
Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann 1970s Vintage 100% Silk Indian Hand-Block Print Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann 1970s vintage Indian hand block printed 100% silk
Indian Hand Block Print Cotton Kaftan with Leather Macrame and Wood Bead Trim
Located in Gresham, OR
This Indian cotton print Kaftan is ready for any Summer resort get-away. Vintage Indian cotton is
Vintage 1970s Indian Cotton Gauze Block Print Dress with Balloon Sleeves
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
A stunning vintage and highly collectable vintage Indian dress from the 70s in a fine cotton gauze
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Size: Fits like S-M
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s Estimated Size
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Size: Fits like S-M
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s Estimated Size
Valentino Top One Shoulder Ruffle and Bow Trim M
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Valentino one shoulder top with ruffle and bow trim in silk. Black knit fitted top. Double layer black silk ruffle trims 'neckline'. Signature bow detail at the s...
Emilio Pucci Chain Embellished Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Naples, FL
Emilio Pucci Chain Embellished Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown Black Emilio Pucci long sleeve cutout evening dress with open back featuring gold-tone chain-link accents an...
Wrap mink coat with ruffle and wide sleeves Circa 1980's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wrap (female) mink coat with ruffle and wide sleeves. Probably rayon lining. One large button and buttonhole on the front . One button and buttonhole + split on the sleeve edge . Po...
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
GIANFRANCO FERRE 90's Vintage 3 Piece Skirt Suit Set Ensemble
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Gianfranco Ferre Vintage Early 1990's 3 pieces (skirt, blazer, & scarf) Size IT42 but fits like an IT40 Excellent Condition, no flaws Measurements in inches laying flat: Skirt: ...
Vintage Crystal Fox + Mink Fur Full Length Coat
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely incredible vintage brown mink fur full length coat with crystal fox fur trim in a size large. Fully lined with front hook closure and monogram. Velvet lined side pockets. ...
Pale green tulle evening dress with see-through lace back CATHERINE DEANE
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale green tulle evening dress with see-through lace back. Invisible zip and hook&eye on the left side. Thin padding inside the bra.No fabric composition tag but probably polyester. ...
vintage Yohji Yamamoto Michiko by Y's Wool Long Sleeve dress
By Yohji Yamamoto Y's
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vintage Yohji Yamamoto Michiko by Y’s dress made from black wool with a slim, column-like shape through the body and long, narrow sleeves. The neckline is wide and simple, sitting ju...
Black asymmetrical evening dress with flame cut-work edge ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black stretch asymmetrical evening dress with flame cut-work edge. Black jersey lining. Shoulder pad. SIZE 34 (Fr) XS
New Badgley Mischka Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 4
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Gown Brand New with Tags Bead Trim on Bodice and around waist Zipper and Hook Closure Pleated Bodice V-Shaped Front and Back Top We are happy to provide measurements ...
Black tulle, chiffon and sequin embroidery bustier evening dress MATTIOLO
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black stretch tulle, chiffon and multicolor sequin embroidery bustier evening dress. Padded boned and underwired bra inside the bust with zip closure on the left side. Second zip c...
YVES SAINT LAURENT F/W 1987 Collectors Runway & Campaign Bow Dress FR42
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Berlin, BE
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Fall Winter 1987 Runway / Campaign Dress FR42 - Illustrated by René Gruau Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Designer: Yves Saint Laurent Collection: Fall / W...
Backless evening dress with beaded "trompe l'oeil" vest Circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless evening dress with beaded "trompe l'oeil" vest. No fabric composition tag but the main fabric is probably made of crepe chiffon. Polyester lining inside the top. Silk chiffo...
Black chiffon jacket and cocktail dress ensemble DANIEL ROLAND
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black chiffon jacket and cocktail dress ensemble. Hook&eye closure on the middle front of the jacket + rhinestone button embellishment. Rhinestone button and buttonhole on the cuffs....
Printed tulle tank top with ruffle and mirror embellishment JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER
By Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed tulle tank top with ruffle and mirror embellishment . Fabric composition : tulle stretch and rayon. SIZE S
Del Core Asymmetric Silk High-Neck Top with Cascading Ruffle - Made in Italy
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Stunning Del Core signature top made of light ivory silk with an elegant asymmetrical construction. The sophisticated, sculptural design features a high draped collar and a wide ruff...
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.
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