Vintage Marimekko Dress and Jacket
By MARIMEKKO of Finland
Located in London, GB
A headturning outfit by Finnish designer Marimekko. In a wonderful brown , black and white print
Vintage Marimekko Dress and Jacket
By MARIMEKKO of Finland
Located in London, GB
A headturning outfit by Finnish designer Marimekko. In a wonderful brown , black and white print
Cotton Poplin Marimekko Maxi Ruffle Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New York, NY
Charming Cotton Poplin Marimekko Maxi Ruffle Dress from the 1970's. Super graphic on grey ground
Marimekko Vintage 1980s 80s Textile Print Color Block Avant Garde Batwing Dress
By Marimekko
Located in Sparks, NV
Colorful geometric screen printed avant garde dress by Finnish textile designer Marimekko. Drop
$280Sale Price|43% Off
Size: Vintage 38/10
Marimekko for Design Research Olive Green Striped Blue Cotton Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Crisp blue cotton is banded with olive green for this five button front dress from Marimekko. Dated
Marimekko of Finland Cotton Drawstring Caftan
By MARIMEKKO of Finland
Located in New York, NY
Charming Marimekko Cotton Drawstring Caftan from the 1970's. A huge folded cotton rectangle in
A Vintage, Just Right , Helsinki, Red Print Cotton Dress
By MARIMEKKO of Finland, Marimekko
Located in London, GB
A fun vintage cotton dress from Just Right Helsinki, probably a Marimeko design. The dress is in a
$360Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small - Medium
Vintage 1960s Marimekko of Finland 60s Pink and Green Checkered Tunic Mini Dress
By Marimekko, MARIMEKKO of Finland
Located in San Diego, CA
Adorable vintage 1960s Marimekko of Finland cotton tunic! Pink and green checkered, with cute pink
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Marimekko Dress, 1965
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
skirt. Imported by Design Research in 1965 this is one of the early and original Marimekko dresses. It
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Dark blue is printed with black for this long sleeved dress from Marimekko. Sporting the
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Deep purple is printed with black for this long sleeved dress from Marimekko. Sporting the
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Palest pink is printed with black for this long sleeved dress from Marimekko. Sporting the
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
A cheerful coral cotton is printed with a white geometric pattern in this dress from Marimekko. The
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
A raspberry red calico style pattern designed by Fujiwo Tshimoto for Marimekko is called Vihma, and
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Marimekko called Vihma, and it is part of the Mattailla collection from 1979. The dress is designed as a
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Crisp white cotton printed with a red graph is so cheerful. This dress has an open collar, buttons
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Marimekko Dress, 1974
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
This fabulous caftan from Marimekko for Design Research in 1974 was designed by Pentti Rinta in the
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Marimekko Long Dress, 1963
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
trademark Marimekko metal buttons at the center front. The dress is finished with a deep ruffle at the hem
Marimekko 1960s Geometric Print Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New York, NY
Finnish company Marimekko made its mark in the '60s with bright colors and striking prints like
60s Marimekko Geometric Printed Cotton Dress
By Marimekko
Located in San Francisco, CA
60s Marimekko Geometric Printed Cotton Dress. Buttons up side front. Unlined. Original sash
1960's Marimekko Cotton Printed Dress
By Marimekko
Located in Toronto, ON
Vintage Marimekko cotton printed dress circa 1960s/70's. This dress features an interesting printed
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1965 Marimekko Black & White Printed Dress
By Marimekko
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage mini dress from Marimekko dates to 1965 and is made of white cotton with a black allover
Dated 1963 Marimekko Printed Shift Dress Finland Small
By Marimekko
Located in Toronto, ON
Rather special Marimekko cotton printed shift dress. Dated to 1963 on the secondary tags. Features
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Marimekko Sundress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
. The dress has two pockets concealed in the side seams and it comes with a matching belt. It is in
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1960's Marimekko Graphic Cotton Maxi Dress
By Marimekko
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage maxi dress from Marimekko dates to the 1960's and is made of olive green cotton with a
Marimekko 1974 Lime Green and White Print Shift Dress
By Marimekko
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Heads will be turning as everyone sneaks a peek at this Marimekko lime green and white shift dress
1970's Marimekko Cotton Dress with Op Art Print
By Marimekko
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1974 Labeled vintage size 36. Measurements- Bust: 36" Waist: 32" Hips: 36" Across Shoulders: 14 1/2" Sleeve Length: 22" Center Back Length: 36 1/2"
Vintage Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
This graphic brown and white Laine dress is in the Tiira pattern designed by Annika Rimala. The
Vintage Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
This button front shirtwaist dress is done in the Kirjo pattern designed in 1974. A cheerful
Marimekko Dress with Pleats
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
dress from Marimekko. The dress buttons at the center front, it has two hip pockets, a matching tie
Marimekko Printed and Applique Cotton Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New York, NY
Geometric floral printed gress by Marimekko with tromp l'oiel appliqued vari sized pockets in
60s Marimekko Printed Canvas Coat Dress
By Marimekko
Located in Gresham, OR
A Marimekko canvas coat dress: zip front with deep side seam pockets, nehru collar and A-line shape
Marimekko Shirtdress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
This easy to ear Marimekko cotton dress is coral cotton with a pattern of white squares. The dress
Vintage Marimekko
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
patch pockets on the front. The dress closes at the center back with the Marimekko siganture metal snaps
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Marimekko Caftan
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
A Lidokke dress designed by Pentti Rinta in the early 1970's has a white background with bright and
Marimekko Sundress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
A subtle check in camel and cream is accented by a deep red yoke and a matching tie belt. The dress
Vintage Marimekko Pink & Orange Cotton Abstract Print Maxi Dress
By Marimekko
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Marimekko pink and orange with splashes of purple cotton long sleeved maxi dress with large
1970's Marimekko Blue Cotton Printed Shift Day Dress w/Zip Up Front & Belt
By Marimekko
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Marimekko blue cotton long sleeved shift day dress with repeating geometric print, front
1965 Marimekko at Design Research
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
This flirty Marimekko cotton dress is done in the Kukka pattern in two shades of blue. The
1960s Marimekko Navy Blue Shirt Dress with Belt
By Marimekko
Located in Port Hope, ON
This is a striking print! The dress has a v-neck; assymetric snap front closure; two outlined side
Vintage Marimekko Pink Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage dress for Summer by Finnish designer Marimekko. The dress is in cotton with a pink
Vintage Linen Dress by Marimeko of Finland
By MARIMEKKO of Finland
Located in London, GB
A great cotton dress by Maremeko of Finland from 1963. The dress has a light brown background, with
1976 Marimekko Oy black & white angel sleeve caftan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic graphic Marimekko Oy black & white angel sleeve caftan, dated 1976...Round neck dress
Marimekko Flange Shouldered Print Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New York, NY
Cotton chintz print Marimekko dress with oversized "wing" shoulders. Shoulder width achieved with
1966 Marimekko Striped Cotton Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Design Research in Cambridge, Massachusetts introduced Marimekko fabrics and clothing to the United
Marimekko Tarha Pattern Cotton Velour Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Annika Rimala designed the Tarha pattern for Marimekko in 1963. Still in use this dress is made
Marimekko Bold Abstract Flower Print Cotton Dress
By Marimekko
Located in University City, MO
Marimekko Bold abstract flower print cotton dress c 2000 The mod retro style print is a collage of
Marimekko Cotton Print Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
very chic long cotton dress for day or evening. The dress buttons down the front, comes with a matching
1960s Marimekko Printed Cotton Midi Dress
By MARIMEKKO of Finland
Located in Sharon, CT
An early Marimekko (Suomi-Finland) full length, long sleeve dress, in dramatic Marimekko printed
Vibrant 1970's Marimekko of Finland Geometric Cotton Shirt Dress
By Marimekko
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 1973 Marimekko shirt dress is an eyeful of color and abstraction. Marimekko started as a
1960s Marimekko of Finland Novelty ' Cloud Print ' Cotton Shirt Dress 1969
By Marimekko
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect cotton shirt dress, from Marimekko of Finland! Label is dated from 1969. Early
MARIMEKKO c.1971 Purple & Brown Cotton Circle Windowpane Print Maxi Dress
By Marimekko
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Marimekko c.1971 cotton maxi dress. Purple & brown large circle windowpane print. Long
1970s Marimekko of Finland Graphic Op Art Striped Cotton Shirt Dress
By Marimekko
Located in Atlanta, GA
Crisp cotton fabric and a bold op art design are the hallmarks of this 1974 Marimekko shirt dress
Marimekko Cotton Print Circular Cut Hem Dress
By MARIMEKKO of Finland
Located in New York, NY
Unusual and striking Marimekko Cotton Print Curved Hem Dress from the 1980s made in a crisp canvas
Marimekko Chic Color Block Cotton Sac Dress c 1990s
By Marimekko
Located in University City, MO
Marimekko Chic color block cotton sac dress Size M The avant-garde Finnish dress is designed with
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Size: Please refer to measurements
MARIMEKKO Design Research 1960s Orange Window Pane Cotton Button Up Coat Dress
By Marimekko
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage c.1960s Marimekko for Design Research orange and red window pane print cotton tent dress
1965 Marimekko Smock Dress in Paprika Print by Maija Isola
By Marimekko
Located in Lambertville, NJ
This 1965 Marimekko smock dress is hand printed with Maija Isola's Paprika print. Yoked in the
Metal
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Big dots and little dots enliven this green on blue printed dress from Marimekko. The dress has an
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Three shades of purple are used for the print in this cotton dress from Marimekko. The dress has a
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Bold shapes in bright colors are used for the design element in this tent dress from Marimekko. The
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
This fabulous shift dress from Marimekko is designed with many shades of blue as well as a jolt of
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
This fabulous shift dress from Marimekko is designed with many colors, including pink, red, ornage
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
A very sweet design from Marimekko, this dress has cream colored flowers and leaves scattered on a
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Designed by Marimekko for Design Research in the 1960's this dress is in the Kisho pattern. Wide
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Kivijalkamekko dress designed by Vuokko Nurmesniermi for Marimekko. The fabric pattern dates to 1953, and the
$1,516Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 12
Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown
By Badgley Mischka, BADGLEY MISHCKA
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA size 12 gray fully beaded + rhinestone deco style evening gown! Features elegant 3/4 sleeves with a fitted bodice and forgiving skirt. Hand cr...
$460Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 8
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Blue 'Sequin' Print Semi Sheer 90s Ruffle Blouse Top
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1990s OSCAR DE LA RENTA vibrant blue and white sequin print ruffle blouse! Features an all-over print that looks like sequins. Semi-sheer fine silk. Hidden hook and-eyes...
1960s Navy Blue Chiffon White Rhinestone Flowers Vintage 60s Gown Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s navy blue and white silk chiffon flower rhinestone applique gown ! Features a tailored bodice with hand-sewn white flowers that are encrusted with rhinestones. Sheer ...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
$16,377
Size: Equivalent size 36 France
A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950 Paris France A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...
$10,467
Size: 42 I (Vintage)
DOLCE & GABBANA Fall 1991 Runway Multicoloured Crystal-Embellished Mini Skirt
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Munich, DE
"You can not beat Dolce & Gabbana early '90s, especially these [crystal-embellished] looks", said Kim Kardashian when presenting the Kim x Dolce & Gabbana collection for Spring/Summe...
Iconic Archival Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Absolutely iconic Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Spine Lace Dress. Exuding an enigmatic allure that's both cutting-edge and timeless, the Laser Cut Black Leather Lace Dress fro...
1980s Bob Mackie Couture Emerald Green Chiffon Leather Leaf 80s Grecian Gown 6
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Quite possibly my favorite BOB MACKIE Couture dress EVER! I cannot even begin to describe this beauty! Beautiful emerald green silk with black silk chiffon overlay. Features a conver...
Yves Saint Laurent Smocked Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress, SS1977
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Geneva, CH
Cut from airy sheer silk chiffon, this rare 1977 Spring-Summer Saint Laurent Rive Gauche maxi dress is shirred from under the chest to the hips for a flattering - though comfortable ...
Diane Freis Floral Print Cotton Dress
By Diane Freis
Located in Alford, MA
Diane Freis cotton dress in a tropical floral print featuring a shirt collar and double tier full skirt, both banded in black cotton. An elasticized waist makes it easy to pull the d...
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
$1,181Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium - Large
Lillie Rubin 1980s Ivory Off White + Gold Lace Sequin Beaded Vintage 80s Dress
By Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 80s LILLIE RUBIN ivory and gold rayon lace drop waist dress ! Features an ivory lace with thousands of hand-sewn gold sequins and beads. Long sleeve cuffs and hem have...
NWT Christian Dior by John Galliano Origami Dress Runway Fall 2006 Wedding Gown
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Baar, CH
New with tags, this never-before-worn archival piece has been carefully stored for the past 18 years, preserving its pristine condition. An absolutely stunning and rare masterpiece ...
Lanvin Vintage 1970s Tulip Butterfly Print Colorful 70s Jersey Drawstring Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1970s LANVIN tulip / butterfly print colorful drawstring dress! Features tulip flowers that look like a cross between a tulip and a butterfly. Elastic waistband an...
$3,196Sale Price|20% Off
S/S 2003 Gucci by Tom Ford Olive Green Floral Silk Ruffle Plunge Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a green floral Gucci plunge dress designed by Tom Ford. From his Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this beautiful dress features large, colorful lotus flowers. The dress is c...
1950s Josselyne of Paris White Cotton Eyelet Dress
Located in London, GB
This pretty 1950s cotton summer dress was designed by Josselyne of Paris. There is something very contemporary about the design: the pristine white cotton detailed with peekaboo eyel...
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.