Vintage Marimekko Dress and Jacket
By MARIMEKKO of Finland
Located in London, GB
The dress is size 40 Bust up to 38'', length 40''
Vintage Marimekko Dress and Jacket
By MARIMEKKO of Finland
Located in London, GB
The dress is size 40 Bust up to 38'', length 40''
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 with ruffled hem and puffed sleeves.
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 waist and batwing sleeves.
$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 1972 the dress was retailed by Design Research.
Marimekko 1978 Women's Orange Abstract Print Cotton Maxi Dress Size 36
By Marimekko
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
A Marimekko trapeze tank dress from 1978 in a vivid orange ground, printed with a large-scale abstract botanical composition in black, forest green, cream, and soft pastel blue and p...
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 signature Marimekko graphic print has one drawstring just below the hip to adjust as ne...
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 red and brown cotton print, with elbow length sleeves and a pocket on either side. ...
$360Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small - Medium
Vintage 1960s Marimekko of Finland 60s Pink and Green Checkered Tunic Mini Dress
By MARIMEKKO of Finland, Marimekko
Located in San Diego, CA
Adorable vintage 1960s Marimekko of Finland cotton tunic! Pink and green checkered, with cute pink buttons up the bodice, and at each sleeve cuff. Intricate pleating at bodice, with ...
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Marimekko Dress, 1965
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Imported by Design Research in 1965 this is one of the early and original Marimekko dresses. It is just as stylish and wearable today as it was in 1965, it is in excellent condition.
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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 traditional metal buttons at the center front, the dress has a band collar and long sleeves w...
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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 traditional metal buttons at the center front, the dress has a band collar, concealed pocke...
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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 traditional metal buttons at the center front, the dress has a band collar, concealed pocke...
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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 dress has an open collar, snaps at the center front, two pockets concealed in the ...
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
The dress is designed as a pullover with a collar, button placket, elbow length sleeves with cuffs, and a matching belt.
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
The dress is designed as a pullover with a collar, button placket, elbow length sleeves with cuffs, and a matching belt.
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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 at the front to the waistline, long sleeves and a flirty pleated skirt. There are t...
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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 Liidokki dress pattern.
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Marimekko Long Dress, 1963
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
It has a scoop neckline, full elbow length sleeves, a matching belt, and the trademark Marimekko metal buttons at the center front. The dress is finished with a deep ruffle at the he...
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 that of this dress.
60s Marimekko Geometric Printed Cotton Dress
By Marimekko
Located in San Francisco, CA
60s Marimekko Geometric Printed Cotton Dress. Buttons up side front.
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 star type design, combined with a period silhouette.
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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 optical print.
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.
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Marimekko Sundress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
Camel and white in a geometric pattern is used for this charming sundress with a cheerful red yoke. The dress has two pockets concealed in the side seams and it comes with a matching...
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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 white dot print.
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 from 1974.
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 sleeveless dress has a round neckline and a center back zipper. It is in excellent con...
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 combination of red, blue, green, orange and brown work perfectly together. The dress com...
Marimekko Dress with Pleats
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
A cheerful red and white grid pattern on a white cotton background enlivens this dropped waist dress from Marimekko. The dress buttons at the center front, it has two hip pockets, ...
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 solids,striped and floral cottons. Button front, short sleeved and cut with a full A lin...
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.
Vintage Marimekko
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
There are two 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 cheerful stripes. The dress is cut like a caftan and it has a matching tie belt. T...
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 has pockets in the side seams and it is in excellent condition. It is marked an XS...
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 abstract print all over.
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 zipper closure and self tie belt.
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.
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 pockets, and a belt.
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 background with purple and olive colour print.
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 a green and yellow print. It has short sleaves with a button front opening and sel...
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/caftan with huge angel wing sleeves, A line shape to ankle...100% cotton dress is unli...
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 cut without padding.
1966 Marimekko Striped Cotton Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
It has a bib front and back and the classic early Marimekko metal buttons down the center front. The dress has a pocket concealed in the seams and it is marked a 34/6 and it is in ex...
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 from a cotton velour.
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 eye catching graphics The jersey cotton dress has a loose voluminous silhouette ...
Marimekko Cotton Print Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
A chic black and grey color combination in the Ruuturita pattern, first designed in 1974, makes a very chic long cotton dress for day or evening. The dress buttons down the front, co...
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 cotton.
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.
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.
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.
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. It buttons up the front with large front pocket and bears a resemblance to an arti...
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 with brightly colored abstracts with an unusual cut.
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 bold geometric graphics.
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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 with tie waist belt.
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.
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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 open collar, short sleeves, signature Marimekko metal buttons down the front and po...
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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 round neckline, cut in armholes, and a center front zipper.
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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 dress ties at the back of the neck, it has cut in armholes, and a very full shape ...
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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 bright purple on a crisp white background.
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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, blue and green on a crisp white background.
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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 soft peach background.
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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.
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Marimekko Dress
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
A suuny yellow background with a cheerful blue grey stripe in the Piccolo pattern is used for this Kivijalkamekko dress designed by Vuokko Nurmesniermi for Marimekko.
Incredible Vintage Giorgio di Sant Angelo 80s White Fully Beaded Bodycon Dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible, sexy, and timeless vintage 1980s Giorgio di Sant Angelo white beaded dress! Encrusted with thousands of seed beads, rhinestones, etc...The detail on this sexy little numb...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
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...
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 ...
$11,000Sale Price|20% Off
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green silk PLATOS ATLANTIS PRAYING MANTIS GOWN Dress L
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen 'Praying Mantis' empire down in green silk (100%) with a round neck and is sleeveless. This collector piece is from the SS 2010 Platos Atlantis collection. Flares f...
$895
Size: Medium / Large
1970s Ivory Cotton Colrful Embroidered Flowers Off Shoulder Vintage Boho Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 70s ivory cotton embroidered flowers off-the-shoulder boho Spanish inspired dress! Features a flattering relaxed fit bodice with elastic at the shoulders and waist. Bright color...
$540Sale Price|20% Off
1970s White Silk Lace + Blue Cotton Intricate Paisley Jewel Boho 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1970s bohemian styled dress! Features a white silk French lace vertically tiered bodice, with and amazing paisley screen printed blue cotton skirt. The fabric on this gem is...
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...
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...
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...
Vintage Diane Freis Silk Chiffon Beaded Tropical Print Midi Dress + Sash
By Diane Freis
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing DIANE FREIS brightly colored tropical print beaded silk chiffon midi dress and sash ! Vibrant colors of green, blue, purple, red, black and white throughout. V-neck bodice wi...
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...
$933Sale Price|25% Off
Size: 46 / US 10 / 12
NWT 90s Krizia Taupe Brown Size 46 / US 10 12 Sheer Sleeveless Knit 1990s Dress
By Krizia
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage deadstock 90s KRIZIA taupe knit dress ! Features sheer panels covered with mesh throughout. Simply slips over the head and stretches to fit. Soft Cotton (90%) and Nyl...
Rare Thierry Mugler 1986 Collection Dress with Belt
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
A very rare Thierry Mugler cotton dress, 1986 Collection. Typical 80s abstract pattern. Love these vibrant colorus and the simple minimal but also beautifully designed shape of the ...
New Versace $8725.00 Silk White Laser-Cut Out Leather Bustier Dress Gown 40 US 6
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Printed Silk Dress Gown Designer size - 40 ( US 6) 100% Silk, White Leather Bustier with Laser-Cut Out Details, Fully Lined In Silk, Back Zip Closure. Made in Italy New ...
$558Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Small
Early 1970s Hot Pink Colorful Paisley Print Cotton Vintage 70s A Line Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 70s hot neon pink colorful short sleeve A-Line dress ! Lightweight cotton blended fabric. Colorful prints in bright blue, green, orange, and white throughout. Full metal z...
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.