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Linen Sheath Dresses

Estevez Vintage Yellow Linen Color Block Sheath Dress, 1960s
Estevez Vintage Yellow Linen Color Block Sheath Dress, 1960s

Estevez Vintage Yellow Linen Color Block Sheath Dress, 1960s

By Estevez

Located in Sparks, NV

Elegant 1960s vintage yellow color block linen sheath dress by Estevez. Fully lined with back hook

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1960s Oatmeal Linen Textured Linen Dress
1960s Oatmeal Linen Textured Linen Dress

1960s Oatmeal Linen Textured Linen Dress

Located in London, GB

This is a beautifully finished 1960s textured linen work dress in a light cream oatmeal shade. It

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1960s American Sheath Dresses

Shamask White Linen Double Brested Duster
Shamask White Linen Double Brested Duster

Shamask White Linen Double Brested Duster

By Ronaldus Shamask

Located in New York, NY

Ronaldus Shamask, simple, clean line, white linen duster/dress, with a flap lapel and double

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1980s American Sheath Dresses

Pauline Trigére Red Ensemble
Pauline Trigére Red Ensemble

Pauline Trigére Red Ensemble

By Pauline Trigère

Located in Alford, MA

1980s Pauline Trigére dress and jacket in a red linen-blend fabric, the sleeveless sheath dress

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1980s American Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

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Alberta Ferretti Deep Coral Linen Sheath Midi Dress
Alberta Ferretti Deep Coral Linen Sheath Midi Dress

Alberta Ferretti Deep Coral Linen Sheath Midi Dress

By Alberta Ferretti

Located in Henrico, VA

This linen sheath dress by Alberta Ferretti is great for summer. This dress is made out of 100

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Maxi Dresses

Scaasi Navy and White Linen striped Sheath Dress
Scaasi Navy and White Linen striped Sheath Dress

Scaasi Navy and White Linen striped Sheath Dress

By Arnold Scaasi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Arnold Scaasi 1980s linen navy / white striped pattern sheath dress size 4. Ladies please grab your

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1980s American Sheath Dresses

Byblos 1980s Brown Linen Sleeveless Sheath Dress Size 6.
Byblos 1980s Brown Linen Sleeveless Sheath Dress Size 6.

Byblos 1980s Brown Linen Sleeveless Sheath Dress Size 6.

By Byblos

Located in Atlanta, GA

Byblos for Isaackson's store in Atlanta 1980s brown sleeveless sheath dress is an Italian size 42

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1980s Italian Sheath Dresses

Scaasi Black and Red Linen Striped Sheath Dress, Size 6
Scaasi Black and Red Linen Striped Sheath Dress, Size 6

Scaasi Black and Red Linen Striped Sheath Dress, Size 6

By Arnold Scaasi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Arnold Scaasi 1980s linen black / red striped sheath dress size 6. Ladies please grab your tape

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1980s American Sheath Dresses

1991 Ivory Linen Todd Oldham Button Dress
1991 Ivory Linen Todd Oldham Button Dress

1991 Ivory Linen Todd Oldham Button Dress

By Todd Oldham

Located in Dallas, TX

From the 1991 Spring Collection comes this wonderful little sheath dress in ivory linen and covered

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1990s American Sheath Dresses

1958 Oleg Cassini Vintage Yellow Red & Green Linen Dress w Laced Bodice
1958 Oleg Cassini Vintage Yellow Red & Green Linen Dress w Laced Bodice

1958 Oleg Cassini Vintage Yellow Red & Green Linen Dress w Laced Bodice

By Oleg Cassini

Located in Portland, OR

This is a fabulous vintage Oleg Cassini sleeveless linen sheath dress in yellow with a red and

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1960s American Day Dresses

1980s Nina Ricci Sherbert Orange Linen Ensemble
1980s Nina Ricci Sherbert Orange Linen Ensemble

1980s Nina Ricci Sherbert Orange Linen Ensemble

By Nina Ricci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Sensational 1980s Nina Ricci Orange linen two piece ensemble is perfect for the springtime

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1980s French Sheath Dresses

1960's Marc Bohan for Dior New York Embroidered Cutwork Shift Dress
1960's Marc Bohan for Dior New York Embroidered Cutwork Shift Dress

1960's Marc Bohan for Dior New York Embroidered Cutwork Shift Dress

By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

Incredible circa 1964 vintage Christian Dior dress. Ultra fitted linen-weave sheath dress with silk

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1960s Day Dresses

Oscar De La Renta Beige Linen Sheath Dress
Oscar De La Renta Beige Linen Sheath Dress

Oscar De La Renta Beige Linen Sheath Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in New York, NY

Product Details: Beige linen sheath dress by Oscar de la Renta. Crew neck. Short sleeves. Zip

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2010s American Day Dresses

Guy Laroche Vintage Open Back Linen Sheath Dress
Guy Laroche Vintage Open Back Linen Sheath Dress

Guy Laroche Vintage Open Back Linen Sheath Dress

By Guy Laroche

Located in Sparks, NV

Yellow and black sheath dress with an open criss cross back by Guy Laroche. Details Fully

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Late 20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Krizia Black Linen Sequins Long Summer Sheath Dress
1980s Krizia Black Linen Sequins Long Summer Sheath Dress

1980s Krizia Black Linen Sequins Long Summer Sheath Dress

By Krizia

Located in Brindisi, Bt

Krizia long dress for women vintage, black with rhinestones on the chest, 100% linen. With short

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1980s Italian Sheath Dresses

"Giraffe" print linen dress
"Giraffe" print linen dress

"Giraffe" print linen dress

Located in New York, NY

This brown and white "Giraffe" print linen dress can double as a overcoat in the spring and summer

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1970s Unknown Sheath Dresses

Norell Moygashel  Linen Day Dress
Norell Moygashel  Linen Day Dress

Norell Moygashel Linen Day Dress

By Norman Norell

Located in New York, NY

Norman Norell, cornflower blue, moygashel linen, capped sleeves, day dress, having a sheath

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1960s American Sheath Dresses

Carolina Herrera Mod Linen Blend Sheath for Saks Fifth Avenue US Size 6
Carolina Herrera Mod Linen Blend Sheath for Saks Fifth Avenue US Size 6

Carolina Herrera Mod Linen Blend Sheath for Saks Fifth Avenue US Size 6

By Carolina Herrera

Located in University City, MO

Carolina Herrera Mod color block linen blend sheath dress US Size 6 c 1990 The stylish dress is

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1990s American Sheath Dresses

1960's Mollie Parnis Blue Linen Dress
1960's Mollie Parnis Blue Linen Dress

1960's Mollie Parnis Blue Linen Dress

By Mollie Parnis

Located in New Hope, PA

make a very wearable summer dress. Retailed by Bonwit Teller the dress has a center back zipper and it

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1960s American Sheath Dresses

Catherine de Poorter, Paris  Natural Linen Dress & Jacket
Catherine de Poorter, Paris  Natural Linen Dress & Jacket

Catherine de Poorter, Paris Natural Linen Dress & Jacket

Located in New Hope, PA

Simple and elegant, as the French do so well, this little linen dress and jacket are trimmed with

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20th Century French Sheath Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Color Block Linen Day Dress
Oscar de la Renta Color Block Linen Day Dress

Oscar de la Renta Color Block Linen Day Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in US

Oscar de la Renta linen color block sheath dress. Large matching buttons in back. Striking color

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1980s American Sheath Dresses

Pre-Loved Lanvin Women's Linen Ruffled Off Shoulder Dress
Pre-Loved Lanvin Women's Linen Ruffled Off Shoulder Dress

Pre-Loved Lanvin Women's Linen Ruffled Off Shoulder Dress

Located in London, GB

discoloration on this used Lanvin designer resale item. Details 2015 model Red Linen Off shoulder and low back

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21st Century and Contemporary British Sheath Dresses

RALPH LAUREN Size 8 Black Woven Linen Scoop Neck Dress
RALPH LAUREN Size 8 Black Woven Linen Scoop Neck Dress

RALPH LAUREN Size 8 Black Woven Linen Scoop Neck Dress

By Ralph Lauren

Located in San Francisco, CA

RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION dress comes in black woven linen fabric with a scoop neck, cap sleeves, and

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21st Century and Contemporary American Sheath Dresses

Giambattista Valli Animal Print Silk Linen Dress With Ruffled Collar
Giambattista Valli Animal Print Silk Linen Dress With Ruffled Collar

Giambattista Valli Animal Print Silk Linen Dress With Ruffled Collar

By Giambattista Valli

Located in Atlanta, GA

aesthetic. The sheath style dress is a combination of a textured nubby black linen and an animal print that

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sheath Dresses

Guy Laroche Hot Pink Linen Dress With Blue Bow, 1980's
Guy Laroche Hot Pink Linen Dress With Blue Bow, 1980's

Guy Laroche Hot Pink Linen Dress With Blue Bow, 1980's

By Guy Laroche

Located in Atlanta, GA

of nubby linen accented with a removable blue taffeta bow. The dress buttons down the front with a

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1980s French Sheath Dresses

Pre-Loved Brock Collection Women's Cream Linen Zip Front Midi Dress
Pre-Loved Brock Collection Women's Cream Linen Zip Front Midi Dress

Pre-Loved Brock Collection Women's Cream Linen Zip Front Midi Dress

Located in London, GB

Front Detail Linen Midi Made in Italy Composition 100% Linen Fitting Information Length: 112 cm 44 in

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21st Century and Contemporary British Sheath Dresses

Norman Norell
Norman Norell

Norman Norell

By Norman Norell

Located in New Hope, PA

A rich brown linen makes this Norman Norell sheath dress a summer stand out. The dress has a

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1960s American Sheath Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Yellow Linen Floral Vintage Sheath Dress 2000s
Dolce & Gabbana Yellow Linen Floral Vintage Sheath Dress 2000s

Dolce & Gabbana Yellow Linen Floral Vintage Sheath Dress 2000s

By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Located in Brindisi, Bt

This stunning Dolce & Gabbana vintage sheath dress featuring a vibrant yellow floral pattern, is

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Yellow Linen Floral Vintage Sheath Dress 2000s
Dolce & Gabbana Yellow Linen Floral Vintage Sheath Dress 2000s

Dolce & Gabbana Yellow Linen Floral Vintage Sheath Dress 2000s

By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Located in Brindisi, Bt

This stunning Dolce & Gabbana vintage sheath dress featuring a vibrant yellow floral pattern, is

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1960's Holt Renfrew Black Linen Dress
1960's Holt Renfrew Black Linen Dress

1960's Holt Renfrew Black Linen Dress

By Holt Renfrew

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1960's Italian made for HR Boutique black linen sheath sleeveless dress with faux drawstring detail

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1960s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Norman Norell for I. Magnin Vintage 1960s 60s Linen Sheath Dress
Norman Norell for I. Magnin Vintage 1960s 60s Linen Sheath Dress

Norman Norell for I. Magnin Vintage 1960s 60s Linen Sheath Dress

By Norman Norell

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous vintage 1960's sheath dress by Norman Norell for I. Magnin. Heavy weight linen fabric that

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1960s American Sheath Dresses

Christian Dior-New York Pink Sheath Dress, Circa 1960
Christian Dior-New York Pink Sheath Dress, Circa 1960

Christian Dior-New York Pink Sheath Dress, Circa 1960

By Christian Dior, Bonwit Teller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a light pink linen sheath day dress by Christian Dior, from the 1960's. The dress has a

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1960s French Sheath Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture Linen Day Dress
Givenchy Haute Couture Linen Day Dress

Givenchy Haute Couture Linen Day Dress

By Givenchy

Located in Geneva, CH

Spring-Summer 1960 Givenchy (un-labelled) haute couture “Jeanne Moreau” off-white linen day dress

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1960s French Sheath Dresses

Adele Simpson Orange Linen Mini Sheath dress  sz S
Adele Simpson Orange Linen Mini Sheath dress  sz S

Adele Simpson Orange Linen Mini Sheath dress sz S

By Adele Simpson

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Adele Simpson Orange Linen Sheath dress sz S Waist 24" Bust 34" Hips 40"

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1950s American Day Dresses

1980s Metallic Linen Dress with Rhinestoned Abstract Motif
1980s Metallic Linen Dress with Rhinestoned Abstract Motif

1980s Metallic Linen Dress with Rhinestoned Abstract Motif

Located in Los Angeles, CA

abstract design. Linen fabric is threaded with varying pink and blue metallic threads, giving the dress and

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Late 20th Century Italian Sheath Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Cream Linen Blend Sheath Midi Dress XS
Dolce & Gabbana Cream Linen Blend Sheath Midi Dress XS

Dolce & Gabbana Cream Linen Blend Sheath Midi Dress XS

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Dolce & Gabbana's dress is here to make you look beautiful. Designed using linen blend, this sheath

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2010s Mini Dress

Abstract Appliquéd Linen Face Sheath Dress
Abstract Appliquéd Linen Face Sheath Dress

Abstract Appliquéd Linen Face Sheath Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Amen Wardy Boutique labeled Dress. The designer label is missing. Linen Face Sheath Dress, with

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Adele Simpson brown linen side button sheath dress sz S
Adele Simpson brown linen side button sheath dress sz S

Adele Simpson brown linen side button sheath dress sz S

By Adele Simpson

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Adele Simpson brown linen side button sheath dress sz S Bust 36" Waist 32"

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1960s American Day Dresses

Valentino Miss V Black Linen V-Neck Sleeveless Sheath Dress M
Valentino Miss V Black Linen V-Neck Sleeveless Sheath Dress M

Valentino Miss V Black Linen V-Neck Sleeveless Sheath Dress M

By Valentino Miss V

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Experience the joy of expert tailoring with this designer dress for women. Meticulously made, it

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Valentino Miss V Vintage Black Linen Sleeveless Sheath Dress M
Valentino Miss V Vintage Black Linen Sleeveless Sheath Dress M

Valentino Miss V Vintage Black Linen Sleeveless Sheath Dress M

By Valentino

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Coming from the House of Valentino, this pretty and poised Miss V dress is all you require to add a

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2010s Italian Casual Dresses

Valentino Miss V Black Linen V-Neck Sleeveless Sheath Dress M
Valentino Miss V Black Linen V-Neck Sleeveless Sheath Dress M

Valentino Miss V Black Linen V-Neck Sleeveless Sheath Dress M

By Valentino Miss V

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Experience the joy of expert tailoring with this designer dress for women. Meticulously made, it

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2010s Casual Dresses

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By Pierre Balmain

Located in San Fransisco, CA

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1960s French Day Dresses

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By Givenchy

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Givenchy Couture ensemble is composed of a strapless nude gown with draped bow detail and a Lesage Hand beaded blouse. The blouse features hook and eye closures. The gown featu...

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20th Century French Evening Gowns

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Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top

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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 Blouses

Comme des Garcons MET Exhibit Asymmetric Lace Runway Dress Gown, 1997
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Comme des Garcons MET Exhibit Asymmetric Lace Runway Dress Gown, 1997

By Comme des Garçons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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1990s Cocktail Dresses

Carolina Herrera Red and White Print Silk Ottoman Strapless Cocktail Dress
Carolina Herrera Red and White Print Silk Ottoman Strapless Cocktail Dress

Carolina Herrera Red and White Print Silk Ottoman Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Carolina Herrera

Located in New Hope, PA

A bright red floral pattern on a cream ribbed silk ottoman is used for this chic strapless evening dress from Carolina Herrera. The bodice is decorated with black silk ribbon and jet...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

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RODARTE 2011 Runway Dress

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By Rodarte

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Rodarte creme croc and silk cocktail dress ( runway 2011) (neiman marcus price tag attached $16.000)

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Early 2000s American Cocktail Dresses

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$4450 New Yves Saint Laurent YSL Pre-Fall 2009 Heavy Wool & Mink Coat Sz FR40

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Conroe, TX

Yves Saint Laurent Pre-Fall 2009 Brand New Without Tags $4450 Black Wool Mid/Long Coat FR40 Mink Collar, Mink Trim on Pockets & Mink Trimmed Belted Tie Two Front Large Pockets Butt...

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Early 2000s French Coats and Outerwear

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Gucci by Tom Ford Black Knit fitted Spaghetti Strap Dress

Gucci by Tom Ford Black Knit fitted Spaghetti Strap Dress

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

2000s Gucci Black Knit fitted dress with thin strap. Size 0/2 ***small flaws ( see last pic attached)

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1990s Italian Mini Dress

Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit, ss 1994
Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit, ss 1994

Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit, ss 1994

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit with matching fabric belt Spring-Summer 1994

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1990s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Vintage Nina Ricci Haute Couture 1980s Avant Garde Linen + Silk Strapless Gown
Vintage Nina Ricci Haute Couture 1980s Avant Garde Linen + Silk Strapless Gown

Vintage Nina Ricci Haute Couture 1980s Avant Garde Linen + Silk Strapless Gown

By Nina Ricci

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous Avant Garde NINA RICCI Haute Couture 80s black and marigold polka dot strapless evening gown! Features a unique, yet brilliant fabric blend of Irish linen, rayon and silk ta...

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1980s French Evening Gowns

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By John Galliano

Located in Berlin, BE

This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...

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Ossie Clark For Radley Pink Crepe Maxi Dress With Keyhole Neckline
Ossie Clark For Radley Pink Crepe Maxi Dress With Keyhole Neckline

Ossie Clark For Radley Pink Crepe Maxi Dress With Keyhole Neckline

By Ossie Clark

Located in Studio City, CA

1970's Ossie Clark for Radley pink moss crepe maxi dress featuring a wrap skirt with extra long waist ties, a collared neckline with keyhole opening detail, fabric-covered buttons an...

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1970s English Maxi Dresses

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Givenchy Haute Couture Gown 1995 Spectacular Silk  Evening Dress

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By Givenchy

Located in Berlin, BE

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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1990s Bob Mackie Black Cut Out Beaded Gown

1990s Bob Mackie Black Cut Out Beaded Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a chic black beaded Bob Mackie sleeveless gown. From the 1990s, this sexy floor-length dress features a v-neckline, column cut, and is made complete with sheer-covered cut...

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1990s Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Leather Buckle Pencil Skirt
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Leather Buckle Pencil Skirt

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Leather Buckle Pencil Skirt

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Leather Buckle Pencil Skirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn/Winter 2002 Designer: Alexande...

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HAUTE COUTURE 1950s Black Sequin Ball Gown Evening Theater Opera Party Dress
HAUTE COUTURE 1950s Black Sequin Ball Gown Evening Theater Opera Party Dress

HAUTE COUTURE 1950s Black Sequin Ball Gown Evening Theater Opera Party Dress

Located in Thiensville, WI

Amazing vintage ball gown custom made for 1950s opera singer Alberta Hopkins. Net overdress is heavily embellished with glossy and textured black sequins. Strapless bodice is boned a...

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1950s Ball Gowns

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Linen Sheath Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of linen sheath dresses for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black linen sheath dresses, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Blue and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding appealing linen sheath dresses such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Guy Laroche, Adele Simpson and Norman Norell each produced popular versions that are worth a look.

How Much are Linen Sheath Dresses?

The prices for linen sheath dresses start at $128 and top out at $2,200 with these items, on average, selling for $450.

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.

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