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Navy blue lace cocktail dress ALEXIS
Navy blue lace cocktail dress ALEXIS

Navy blue lace cocktail dress ALEXIS

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Navy blue lace cocktail dress. Lace composition: 100% polyester. Lining composition: 96% polyester

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Early 2000s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

Grey lace cocktail dress DIANE VON FURSTENBERG
Grey lace cocktail dress DIANE VON FURSTENBERG

Grey lace cocktail dress DIANE VON FURSTENBERG

By Diane von Furstenberg

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Grey lace cocktail dress. Lace composition: 43% polyester, 34% nylon, 23% cotton. Lining

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2010s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

Calvin Klein Black Lace Cocktail Dress, c. 1990s.
Calvin Klein Black Lace Cocktail Dress, c. 1990s.

Calvin Klein Black Lace Cocktail Dress, c. 1990s.

By Calvin Klein

Located in New York, NY

Calvin Klein Black Lace Cocktail Dress, c. 1990s. Calvin Klein Black Lace Cocktail Dress featuring

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass Organza and Lace Cocktail Dress
Bill Blass Organza and Lace Cocktail Dress

Bill Blass Organza and Lace Cocktail Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Bill Blass Organza and Lace Cocktail Dress. Black silk organza with lace inserts with self

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Early 2000s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Creme And Black Silk Lace cocktail Dress
1950s Creme And Black Silk Lace cocktail Dress

1950s Creme And Black Silk Lace cocktail Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1950s Creme Silk Dress with black lace cocktail dress with fitted waist and large lapel. Bust: 36

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Black sequin and lace cocktail dress Galanos
Black sequin and lace cocktail dress Galanos

Black sequin and lace cocktail dress Galanos

By Galanos

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black sequin and lace cocktail dress with silk chiffon lining

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1980s American Evening Dresses

Gold lace cocktail dress with sequin ZUHAIR MOURAD
Gold lace cocktail dress with sequin ZUHAIR MOURAD

Gold lace cocktail dress with sequin ZUHAIR MOURAD

By Zuhair Murad

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Gold lace cocktail dress with sequin embellishment around the waist. Invisible zip closure on the

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2010s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

White backless lace cocktail dress with feather edge Jovani
White backless lace cocktail dress with feather edge Jovani

White backless lace cocktail dress with feather edge Jovani

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

White backless lace cocktail dress with feather edge. No fabric composition tag but probably

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2010s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Guipure Lace Cocktail Dress
Oscar de la Renta Guipure Lace Cocktail Dress

Oscar de la Renta Guipure Lace Cocktail Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in New York, NY

Oscar de la Renta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress with Guipure lace over embroidery details. Gathered

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1990s American Shift Cocktail Dresses

Black lace cocktail dress with beadwork on waist and neckline
Black lace cocktail dress with beadwork on waist and neckline

Black lace cocktail dress with beadwork on waist and neckline

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black lace cocktail dress with beadwork on waist and neckline. No fabric composition tag but

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2010s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

See-through white lace cocktail dress on a tulle base Cavalli Class
See-through white lace cocktail dress on a tulle base Cavalli Class

See-through white lace cocktail dress on a tulle base Cavalli Class

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

See-through White lace cocktail dress on a tulle base. fabric composition 100% polyamide . Zip on

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2010s Indian Cocktail Dresses

New Tom Ford Metallic Amethyst Lace Cocktail Dress 40 - 4
New Tom Ford Metallic Amethyst Lace Cocktail Dress 40 - 4

New Tom Ford Metallic Amethyst Lace Cocktail Dress 40 - 4

By Tom Ford

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Tom Ford Metallic Amethyst Lace Cocktail Dress It size 40 - US 4 92% Silk, 8% Elastane Fully

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Sarmi Black Lace Cocktail Dress-Sz 6 Circa 50's
Vintage Sarmi Black Lace Cocktail Dress-Sz 6 Circa 50's

Vintage Sarmi Black Lace Cocktail Dress-Sz 6 Circa 50's

By Ferdinando Sarmi

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Sarmi Black Lace Cocktail Dress - Size 6 Circa 50's This dress is in excellent vintage

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Black lace cocktail dress with black satin belt Dolce & Gabbana
Black lace cocktail dress with black satin belt Dolce & Gabbana

Black lace cocktail dress with black satin belt Dolce & Gabbana

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black lace cocktail dress with black satin belt. Fabric composition: 38% cotton, 45% nylon, 2

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Galanos Lace Cocktail Dress
Galanos Lace Cocktail Dress

Galanos Lace Cocktail Dress

By Galanos

Located in New York, NY

Galanos, lace and silk crepe, long sleeve, cocktail dress . Red lace outer layer having a floral

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1940s Orange Tangerine Lace Cocktail Dress
1940s Orange Tangerine Lace Cocktail Dress

1940s Orange Tangerine Lace Cocktail Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1940s orange tangerine lace V neck flutter sleeves lace dress over tulle fabric. Fitted on the

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1940s European Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Dusty Pink Lace Cocktail Dress
Vintage Dusty Pink Lace Cocktail Dress

Vintage Dusty Pink Lace Cocktail Dress

By MELBRAY of LONDON

Located in London, GB

A pretty dusty pink lace vintage cocktail dress . The has a drop waist , a v backline, central

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Jean Louis Black Lace Cocktail Dress
Jean Louis Black Lace Cocktail Dress

Jean Louis Black Lace Cocktail Dress

By Jean Louis

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a black cocktail dress by Jean Louis, from the 1980's. The dress as pictured has lace long

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Jean Allen  Turquoise Lace Cocktail Dress
Vintage Jean Allen  Turquoise Lace Cocktail Dress

Vintage Jean Allen Turquoise Lace Cocktail Dress

By Jean Allen

Located in London, GB

A chic vintage cocktail dress in turquoise lace. The underdress has spagetti straps, a chiffon

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1960s British Cocktail Dresses

1960s Black Lace Cocktail Dress with Bow
1960s Black Lace Cocktail Dress with Bow

1960s Black Lace Cocktail Dress with Bow

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Black 1960s lace drop waist cocktail dress with the label Anita Modes. The sleeveless dress has a

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Jean Louis Sherrer Lacquered Lace Cocktail Dress
Jean Louis Sherrer Lacquered Lace Cocktail Dress

Jean Louis Sherrer Lacquered Lace Cocktail Dress

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in New York, NY

Lovely J.L Scherrer cocktail dress in black lacquered lace over black velvet boned bustier dress

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1960s Givenchy Black Lace Cocktail Dress (attributed)
1960s Givenchy Black Lace Cocktail Dress (attributed)

1960s Givenchy Black Lace Cocktail Dress (attributed)

By Lord & Taylor, Givenchy

Located in New York, NY

What a fun yet classic vintage cocktail dress, dating to the 1960s! Though it is missing it's label

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

1980s Ungaro Velvet And Lace Cocktail Dress
1980s Ungaro Velvet And Lace Cocktail Dress

1980s Ungaro Velvet And Lace Cocktail Dress

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in London, GB

A mid 1980’s Ungaro Parallele all-in-one dress of black silk velvet with style seams, front

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20th Century Cocktail Dresses

Monique Lhuillier Brown Lace Cocktail Dress Size 8
Monique Lhuillier Brown Lace Cocktail Dress Size 8

Monique Lhuillier Brown Lace Cocktail Dress Size 8

By Monique Lhuillier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a stellar Monique Lhuillier cocktail dress. It is a wonderful brown lace, features a brown

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

Lee Claire Pink Lace Cocktail Dress, 1950's
Lee Claire Pink Lace Cocktail Dress, 1950's

Lee Claire Pink Lace Cocktail Dress, 1950's

Located in Atlanta, GA

A lovely 1950's cocktail dress from Lee Claire New York in a mauve pink lace with a unique modified

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1960s Lang Originals Red & Black Lace Cocktail Dress
1960s Lang Originals Red & Black Lace Cocktail Dress

1960s Lang Originals Red & Black Lace Cocktail Dress

Located in London, GB

. The bottom of the lace skirt has a deep scallop edge. The dress fastens to the rear with seven glass

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

UNWORN Dolce & Gabbana Midnight Blue Cordonetto Lace Cocktail Dress
UNWORN Dolce & Gabbana Midnight Blue Cordonetto Lace Cocktail Dress

UNWORN Dolce & Gabbana Midnight Blue Cordonetto Lace Cocktail Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Switzerland, CH

A DOLCE & GABBANA classic signature piece that will last you for years CORDONETTO LACE DRESS

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1980s Hardy Amies Couture Satin and Lace Cocktail Dress
1980s Hardy Amies Couture Satin and Lace Cocktail Dress

1980s Hardy Amies Couture Satin and Lace Cocktail Dress

By Hardy Amies

Located in London, GB

black dress. Suitably show-stealing and perfect for a high-glamour event, the bodice and sleeves are

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1980s British Cocktail Dresses

Vicky Tiel Couture Circa 1990s Red Lace Cocktail Dress
Vicky Tiel Couture Circa 1990s Red Lace Cocktail Dress

Vicky Tiel Couture Circa 1990s Red Lace Cocktail Dress

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vicky Tiel Couture cocktail dress Red lace with tulle underskirt Red ribbon bow at the waist Back

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1990s Cocktail Dresses

Ceil Chapman Light Pink Lace Cocktail Dress, Circa 1950
Ceil Chapman Light Pink Lace Cocktail Dress, Circa 1950

Ceil Chapman Light Pink Lace Cocktail Dress, Circa 1950

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a collectible pink lace vintage cocktail dress by Ceil Chapman, from the 1950's. The dress

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Oscar De La Renta Lace Cocktail Dress Size 10
Oscar De La Renta Lace Cocktail Dress Size 10

Oscar De La Renta Lace Cocktail Dress Size 10

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Oscar De La Renta cocktail dress is composed of an amazing lace which features scalloped edges

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20th Century Unknown Cocktail Dresses

A Vintage 1960s chic Black heavy Lace Cocktail Dress
A Vintage 1960s chic Black heavy Lace Cocktail Dress

A Vintage 1960s chic Black heavy Lace Cocktail Dress

Located in London, GB

A chic black lace dress. The body of the dress is black lace with a black lining underneath. There

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1960s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Early 2000s Dolce and Gabbana Black Lace Cocktail Dress
Early 2000s Dolce and Gabbana Black Lace Cocktail Dress

Early 2000s Dolce and Gabbana Black Lace Cocktail Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Very sexy and quintessentially Dolce & Gabbana dress from the earl 2000s. Beautiful black lace with

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

MANDALAY Gold Sequin Beaded Lace Cocktail Dress Size 4
MANDALAY Gold Sequin Beaded Lace Cocktail Dress Size 4

MANDALAY Gold Sequin Beaded Lace Cocktail Dress Size 4

By Mandalay

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a Madalay cocktail dress, it is composed of a gold metallic with a beaded and sequin

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

90s Gianfranco Ferre Cream Lace Cocktail Dress
90s Gianfranco Ferre Cream Lace Cocktail Dress

90s Gianfranco Ferre Cream Lace Cocktail Dress

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

90s Gianfranco Ferre Cream Lace spaghetti strap cocktail dress with embroidery. Perfect for wedding

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1990s Italian Wedding Dresses

MONIQUE LHUILLER Black and Silver Lace Cocktail Dress Size 10
MONIQUE LHUILLER Black and Silver Lace Cocktail Dress Size 10

MONIQUE LHUILLER Black and Silver Lace Cocktail Dress Size 10

By Monique Lhuillier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Monique Lhuillier cocktail dress is composed of a black and silver lace, with silk lining

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20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Custom Lace Cocktail Dress Size 2-4
Vintage 1950's Custom Lace Cocktail Dress Size 2-4

Vintage 1950's Custom Lace Cocktail Dress Size 2-4

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This cocktail dress is composed of black lace with silk. The bodice features scalloped edges with

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

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Lace Cocktail Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of lace cocktail dresses. Many people prefer Black lace cocktail dresses, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Beige 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 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many classic iterations of lace cocktail dresses over the years, but those made by Dolce & Gabbana, Christian Dior and Bill Blass are often thought to be among the most stylish. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 25 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are Lace Cocktail Dresses?

Prices for lace cocktail dresses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $135 and can go as high as $22,000, while these items, on average, fetch $895.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses 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.

Questions About Lace Cocktail Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between a dress and a cocktail dress is mainly the specificity of the term. A dress is any garment that has a bodice attached to a skirt. The term cocktail dress refers to a dress designed for events in the late afternoon and early evening. Many feature hemlines that fall between the knee and calf. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cocktail dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because lace wedding dresses are elegant and a classic bridal look, lace wedding dresses are seen as a bridal fabric that will never go out of style. If you are seeking a more trendy design, there are different styles of lace dresses so that the gown is better suited toward your taste and needs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A classic cocktail dress is a garment worn for special occasions that usually take place in the evening. Although its name comes from "cocktail party," the dresses are suitable for other types of gatherings. Designs vary greatly, but most cocktail dresses feature a hemline that falls close to the knee. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage cocktail dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cocktail dresses usually finish above or at the knees and are paired with high heels. This dress should be party-ready such as dressy separates or a little black dress.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a cocktail dress, first look at the hemline. Typically, hemlines for cocktail dresses fall to the mid-thigh or above. Materials and embellishments can also indicate a cocktail dress. For example, fine fibers like silk, chiffon and velvet are commonly used for cocktail dresses, and many pieces feature decorative accents, such as sequins and rhinestones. Keep in mind that there are no real hard and fast rules for what classifies as a cocktail dress. The term generally refers to any dress slightly more casual than a formal full-length gown but still suitable for nighttime wear. Explore a large selection of cocktail dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cocktail dresses first rose to prominence in the 1920s and onward, with each era making its own mark on the practical and fashionable garment. You’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary cocktail dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

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