Zimmermann Robe Longue T1 FR38 Boteh Silk Muslin Maxi Dress UK10 US8 Pristine
By Zimmermann
Located in PARIS, FR
Zimmermann long and oversized dress in silk chiffon with a "cashmere" or "boteh" pattern in 3
Zimmermann Robe Longue T1 FR38 Boteh Silk Muslin Maxi Dress UK10 US8 Pristine
By Zimmermann
Located in PARIS, FR
Zimmermann long and oversized dress in silk chiffon with a "cashmere" or "boteh" pattern in 3
La Double J Robe longue Artemis FR40 Ruffled Poplin maxi dress UK12 US10 L
Located in PARIS, FR
Long La Double J dress, Artemis model, in cotton poplin printed with orange and green motifs on a
La Double J Robe longue Artemis FR40 Ruffled Poplin maxi dress UK12 US10 L
Located in PARIS, FR
Long La Double J dress, Artemis model, in cotton poplin printed with large orange and blue motifs
Christian Dior 1960s Ivory Velvet Maxi Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
essence of vintage glamour. Whether worn around the house for lounging or dressed up for a special
Moroccan Caftan Floral Brocade Multicolored Embroidered Kaftan 1970s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
while lounging at home or dressed up with dramatic accessories for a night out. One of a kind evening
Estevez by Eva Gabor for Saks Fifth Avenue Long Lounge Dress Size 6.
By Estevez
Located in Atlanta, GA
Estevez by Eva Gabor for Saks Fifth Avenue 1970s long pool beach lounge dress is a vintage size 12
Donna Karan Cotton Smocked Strapless Dress, 1990s
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
comfortable dress to lounge around in in warm weather. Wear over a bathing suit for post beach gatherings. A
1980s Christian Dior Floral Print Maxi Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
We all need a vintage Dior piece! Circa 1980s, this Christian Dior maxi lounge dress features a
1960S Floral Cotton Lawn Mod Lounge Jacket Mini Dress
Located in New York, NY
1960S Floral Cotton Lawn Mod Lounge Jacket Mini Dress
Egyptian Vintage Striped Caftan Dress With Ornate Trim
Located in Atlanta, GA
make this the perfect dress for lounging and hostess wear. Excellent condition. SIZING & MEASUREMENTS
1960S Neon Pastel Colorblock Nylon Jersey Lounge Maxi Dress1960S Neon Pastel Col
Located in New York, NY
1960S Neon Pastel Colorblock Nylon Jersey Lounge Maxi Dress
1970s Christian Dior Abstract Floral Lounge Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
We All Need A 70s piece! Designed by Marc Bohan for Christian Dior, this moomoo lounge dress
1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT lip and heart print lounge dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Fuchsia-red and white lip and heart print lounge dress from Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1970
Satin Paisley Print Kaftan Lounge Dress with Angel Sleeves Size M 1970s
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Here's a sweet Kaftan lounge dress with an empire waist, angel sleeves and a vent at the left side
Vintage Christian Dior lounge wear floral boho dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Rare vintage Christian Dior lounge wear boho/hippy colorful floral dress. Size M - Unlined - Front
Eduardo Saks 5th Ave. jungle print bow tie lounge caftan maxi dress1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Eduardo Saks 5th Ave. jungle print bow tie lounge maxi dress1970s...Signed "Eduardo" in
Late 20th Century Lucie Ann Minimalist Maxi Dress or Lounge Dress
By Lucie Ann
Located in Houston, TX
Flowing dress by Lucie Ann of Beverly Hills. This mid-calf length dress features a peach and black
1940's Asian Inspired Tiki Paku Mumu Lounge Hostess dress
Located in Toronto, ON
Stunning Raspberry Satine Rayon 1940's post WWII Asian inspired Paku Mumu Hostess Lounge Dress
1940's Novelty Victorian Dancers Rayon Print Wide-Leg Lounge Jumpsuit
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
definitely use this piece for home lounging but it can most definitely be worn as phenomenal daywear. For
1960s Emilio Pucci for Formfit Rodgers Lounge Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Houston, TX
Emilio Pucci for Formfit Rodgers long-sleeve silk jersey lounging dress can be worn with a slip as
Moschino Photo Print Velvet Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous velvet dress by Moschino in an elaborate print of words and photos in beige, brown, and black. The print is amazingly detailed with photo prints of silent screen stars, w...
$746Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Petite Small - Medium
1990s Janine of London Lillie Rubin Silver Grey Metallic Crushed Velvet Dress
By Lillie Rubin, Janine of London
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 90s JANINE OF LONDON for LILLIE RUBIN silver gray crushed velvet metallic bodycon dress! Features the softest crushed velvet that stretches to fit. Has what first appears to be ...
Christian Dior Runway/Editorial Tarot Gown Spring/Summer 2017 Size 34FR
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior Runway/Editorial Tarot Gown Spring/Summer 2017 Size 34FR The dress is a runway sample and missing size and fabric tags. Measurements: Bust 32" Waist 24" Estimated to...
$3,217Sale Price|35% Off
Size: One Size
Magnificent Silk Yves Saint Laurent Wrap Stole Jacket Cape 2006
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Store Display in Excellent Condition Stunning Fuchsia Silk Evening Cape/Overcoat Size: One Size Hand Sewn and Limited Edition Fall 2006 A rare Find The black sa...
VERA WANG 2006 Vintage Runway Grecian Gown Draped Embellished Long Maxi Dress
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang Vintage FW06 Runway Unique dark grey color Ivory, gold, and bronze colored beading at the shoulder Tag says shell is poly, but looks and feels like silk Size Euro 42 1 glit...
Alexander McQueen Gown The Cosmic Rain Dress Embroidery Corset
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Breathtaking Alexander Mcqueen Corset Gown. Cosmic rain, comet and astral crystal embroideries are hand-sewn to this stunnig evening gown. Powder blue Paris net bustier dress featuri...
Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Lavender Fully Beaded Dress Gown US 6
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
A rare and collectible piece from one of USA fashion’s most celebrated costume and couture designers. US size - 6 ( please check measurements ). A stunning example of Bob Mackie's si...
John Galliano Archival Beautiful Lace Dress Powder Blush Black
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
In a seamless blend of timeless elegance and contemporary allure, this 2000s John Galliano dress exemplifies beauty at its finest. Crafted with a meticulous attention to detail, the ...
Valentino Night Vintage Black Velvet & Lace Plunging Gown, c. 1980s–1990s US 6
By Valentino Night, Valentino Garavani
Located in Montgomery, TX
A rare and striking vintage evening gown from Valentino Night, rendered in sumptuous black velvet with exquisite lace detailing — a hallmark of the label’s more exclusive formalwear....
Emilio Pucci Pink Print Sheer Silk Chiffon Tunic Top with Tropical Foliage 8
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Emilio Pucci printed pink sheer silk chiffon, flutter tunic top printed with tropical foliage in bright colours. Marked size 8US. Pull on top with a wide contrast print neckline, eas...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Plunging Neckline Embellished Velvet Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Plunging Neckline Embellished Velvet Evening Dress Gown Size IT 40
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine allure, a masterpiece of fluid elegance. Well documen...
Alexander McQueen Black Velvet Chiffon Medieval Embroidery Corset Dress Gown 42
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Montgomery, TX
Alexander McQueen Black Velvet Chiffon Embellished Dress Gown Jessica Chastain was wearing an Alexander McQueen dress to the opening gala of the 70th Festival de Cannes on May 17, 20...
$3,599Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 42
UNWORN Emilio Pucci Peacock Silk & Sequin Dress „Palm Royale“ Amy Winehouse 42
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning sequin dress by Emilio Pucci As seen on rock legend Amy Winehouse Beautiful printed silk in the famous Emilio Pucci Signature "Peacock" pattern This print is the most prom...
1990 Documented Valentino Purple Iridescent Silk Chiffon Ruched Dress
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
This stunning Valentino Boutique gown was designed as part of the Fall 1990 collection, when Mr Garavani was still at the helm of his eponymous fashion house. A dress with the same s...
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
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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