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Roberto Cavalli Multicolor Printed Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress M
Roberto Cavalli Multicolor Printed Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress M

Roberto Cavalli Multicolor Printed Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress M

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Add an element of elegance to your summer outfit by wearing this gorgeous dress from Roberto Cavalli. This dress can be matched with statement accessories to obtain a chic look. Inc...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Elizabeth & James Cinnamon Brown Pleated Chiffon Cadence Maxi Dress S
Elizabeth & James Cinnamon Brown Pleated Chiffon Cadence Maxi Dress S

Elizabeth & James Cinnamon Brown Pleated Chiffon Cadence Maxi Dress S

By Elizabeth & James

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Glam up your evening with the Elizabeth and James Cadence maxi dress. This gorgeous piece of clothing is crafted from chiffon silk for a luxurious look and feel as you receive admira...

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2010s Evening Dresses

Michelle Mason Wrap Effect Leopard Print Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress
Michelle Mason Wrap Effect Leopard Print Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress

Michelle Mason Wrap Effect Leopard Print Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress

Located in London, GB

This dress has been made from lightweight silk-chiffon, Michelle Mason's dress is flatteringly cut with a wrap-effect and plunging neckline that drapes into a long silhouette. Leopar...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Isabel Marant Navy Blue Chiffon Sleeveless Cassidy Maxi Dress S
Isabel Marant Navy Blue Chiffon Sleeveless Cassidy Maxi Dress S

Isabel Marant Navy Blue Chiffon Sleeveless Cassidy Maxi Dress S

By Isabel Marant

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This maxi dress from Isabel Marant is simply amazing! The navy blue creation is made of 100% viscose and features a striped print and tonal stitching throughout. The sheer dress is s...

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2010s Evening Dresses

Malcolm Starr 1970s Floral and Wing Motif Chiffon Maxi Dress
Malcolm Starr 1970s Floral and Wing Motif Chiffon Maxi Dress

Malcolm Starr 1970s Floral and Wing Motif Chiffon Maxi Dress

By Malcolm Starr

Located in New York, NY

Malcolm Starr Floral and Wing Motif Chiffon Dress. Sheer and flared sleeves. The print is a magnificent array of floral and wing motifs in bold pink,purple, white, yellow, green and ...

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1970s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Oscar de la Renta Attr Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress
1970s Oscar de la Renta Attr Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress

1970s Oscar de la Renta Attr Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Rockwood, ON

This stunning and romantic printed silk chiffon gown is by Oscar de la Renta. I have seen this before both in a similar version and this print so despite it being unlabeled and that ...

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Max Mara Teal Blue Abstract Printed Chiffon Sleeveless Maxi Dress M
Max Mara Teal Blue Abstract Printed Chiffon Sleeveless Maxi Dress M

Max Mara Teal Blue Abstract Printed Chiffon Sleeveless Maxi Dress M

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

The fine artistry and the feminine silhouette of this designer dress exhibit the label's impeccable craftsmanship in tailoring. It is stitched using quality materials, has a good fit...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Chanel Silk Chiffon Printed Maxi Gown
Chanel Silk Chiffon Printed Maxi Gown

Chanel Silk Chiffon Printed Maxi Gown

By Chanel

Located in US

Chanel Print Silk Chiffon Maxi Gown. Gown features a multicolored dot print on a black background, ruched bust and back detail, and a zipper fastening. Size 42, 100% silk + full li...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1977 La Mendola Jersey & Chiffon Maxi
1977 La Mendola Jersey & Chiffon Maxi

1977 La Mendola Jersey & Chiffon Maxi

By La Mendola

Located in Rockwood, ON

It's always especially lovely when you can specifically date a piece and finding a Bergdorf's tag inside the seam with the specific date written on it and the client name too - fabul...

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Amazing Chiffon Cape Halter Maxi
1970s Amazing Chiffon Cape Halter Maxi

1970s Amazing Chiffon Cape Halter Maxi

Located in Rockwood, ON

This chiffon beauty is really unusual. It has an attached capelet that you can wear over the shoulders or under and around to show more skin - either way its so pretty! The skirt has...

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Hanae Mori Purple Chiffon Maxi
1970s Hanae Mori Purple Chiffon Maxi

1970s Hanae Mori Purple Chiffon Maxi

By Hanae Mori

Located in Rockwood, ON

I adore this Hanae Mori! Made of feather light silk chiffon that has been custom screened with one of her beautiful prints. Line in silk so it is sensual feeling when on. The mix of ...

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970's Raksha Silk Chiffon Embroidered Maxi
1970's Raksha Silk Chiffon Embroidered Maxi

1970's Raksha Silk Chiffon Embroidered Maxi

By Raksha

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage maxi dress from Raksha retailed at I. Magnin and dates to the 1970's.

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1970s Indian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Saks 5th Ave Red Chiffon Maxi
1970s Saks 5th Ave Red Chiffon Maxi

1970s Saks 5th Ave Red Chiffon Maxi

Located in Rockwood, ON

Such a shame that this piece does not have any other label other then the Saks Fifth Avenue department store label as it must be a designer piece! The drape and cut are just too bril...

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Halston Couture Black and White Graphic Illusion Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress, 1977
Halston Couture Black and White Graphic Illusion Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress, 1977

Halston Couture Black and White Graphic Illusion Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress, 1977

By Halston

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Halston revolutionized the way women dress and is one of the few designers, alongside Claire McCardell and Norman Norell, to define what is American fashion. Throughout most of the s...

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1970s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1970's Vera Hicks Silk Chiffon Printed Maxi
1970's Vera Hicks Silk Chiffon Printed Maxi

1970's Vera Hicks Silk Chiffon Printed Maxi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Vera Hicks maxi dress dates to the 1970's is made of black silk chiffon with a floral print.

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1970s Indian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Class by Roberto Cavalli Green Animal Print Lace Insert Chiffon Maxi Dress M
Class by Roberto Cavalli Green Animal Print Lace Insert Chiffon Maxi Dress M

Class by Roberto Cavalli Green Animal Print Lace Insert Chiffon Maxi Dress M

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Experience the joy of expert tailoring with this designer dress for women. Meticulously made, it offers a flawless fit and luxe details, ensuring unmatched comfort. This beautiful cr...

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2010s Day Dresses

1970's Bob Mackie Pink Pleated Silk-Chiffon Goddess Backless Maxi Gown
1970's Bob Mackie Pink Pleated Silk-Chiffon Goddess Backless Maxi Gown

1970's Bob Mackie Pink Pleated Silk-Chiffon Goddess Backless Maxi Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and Jean Louis. While working with designer Ray Aghayan, Mackie soon began creating ev...

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1970s American Evening Gowns

Vintage 1971 Thea Porter Couture Silk Chiffon Billow-Sleeve Gown & Maxi Vest
Vintage 1971 Thea Porter Couture Silk Chiffon Billow-Sleeve Gown & Maxi Vest

Vintage 1971 Thea Porter Couture Silk Chiffon Billow-Sleeve Gown & Maxi Vest

By Thea Porter

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An absolutely gorgeous and incredibly rare Thea Porter couture bohemian silk ensemble dating back to 1971. This magical look was custom made for Margaret 'Bea' Larsson who was a clos...

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1970s English Aesthetic Evening Dresses

ALEXANDER McQUEEN PERIOD AGATE PRINT SILK DRESS

ALEXANDER McQUEEN PERIOD AGATE PRINT SILK DRESS

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Montgomery, TX

ALEXANDER McQUEEN Make a sweeping style statement in Alexander McQueen's dramatic agate printed full length chiffon dress. Multicolored silk-chiffon maxi dress with agate print.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress #29191
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress #29191

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress #29191

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Dress #29191 from the 1970s. Classic 1970s maxi dress.

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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Kenzo Black & White Draped Floral Polka Dot Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress
Kenzo Black & White Draped Floral Polka Dot Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress

Kenzo Black & White Draped Floral Polka Dot Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress

By Kenzo

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Kenzo Black & White Draped Floral Polka Dot Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress A stunning Kenzo maxi dress in a black and white silk chiffon with polka dots in panels and a bold Japanese /...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Maxi Dresses

Adam Lippes Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress
Adam Lippes Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress

Adam Lippes Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress

By Adam Lippes

Located in London, GB

Adam Lippes' diaphanous dress is cut from swathes of silk-chiffon. Decorated with a pretty blue, white and green floral pattern, it has a detachable slip, wrap-effect front and asymm...

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21st Century and Contemporary Maxi Dress

Gorgeous 1960s Multi Colored Chiffon Beaded Maxi Dress
Gorgeous 1960s Multi Colored Chiffon Beaded Maxi Dress

Gorgeous 1960s Multi Colored Chiffon Beaded Maxi Dress

Located in Houston, TX

Absolutely fantastic heavily beaded maxi dress from Sara Fredericks. The dress is covered in jewel tone and iridescent sequins over an interesting print with several mandalas. Gather...

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1960s American Maxi Dress

White Chiffon Evening Dress, 1970s
White Chiffon Evening Dress, 1970s

White Chiffon Evening Dress, 1970s

Located in San Francisco, CA

1970s White Chiffon Evening Dress. Flowing cape sleeves, adjustable waist ties at back, gathered Grecian style skirt.

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1970s Maxi Dress

1990s Givenchy Fuchsia Chiffon Long Dress
1990s Givenchy Fuchsia Chiffon Long Dress

1990s Givenchy Fuchsia Chiffon Long Dress

By Givenchy

Located in Lugo (RA), IT

Lovely fuchsia asymmetric chiffon gown by Givenchy, featuring a round neck, a spread collar, wide three quarter length sleeves, a layered design, a ruffled design and a straight skir...

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1990s French Maxi Dress

Sonia Rykiel Vintage Floaty Black Sheer Silk Chiffon Ruffle Dress, 1990s
Sonia Rykiel Vintage Floaty Black Sheer Silk Chiffon Ruffle Dress, 1990s

Sonia Rykiel Vintage Floaty Black Sheer Silk Chiffon Ruffle Dress, 1990s

By Sonia Rykiel

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

A beautiful vintage Sonia Rykiel dress from the 90s in a black and cream silk chiffon with a beaded design smattered throughout. It has ruffled skirt with an elasticated, gathered wa...

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1990s French Maxi Dresses

Louis Feraud Vintage Blue Chiffon Evening Dress
Louis Feraud Vintage Blue Chiffon Evening Dress

Louis Feraud Vintage Blue Chiffon Evening Dress

By Louis Feraud

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

A beautiful vintage evening dress from the 80s by Parisian fashion designer, Louis Feraud. In a blue ruched chiffon with one sleeve, an asymmetrical cut and a gathered skirt. Size: ...

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1980s Maxi Dress

John Galliano V Halter Strapped Chiffon Floral Dress
John Galliano V Halter Strapped Chiffon Floral Dress

John Galliano V Halter Strapped Chiffon Floral Dress

By John Galliano

Located in Henrico, VA

This beautiful, one of a kind dress by John Galliano is made from 100% silk and is two different floral prints to create a compelling contrast. The neckline is a sweetheart bodice wi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Maxi Dress

1973 Chanel Numbered Haute Couture Red Silk Chiffon Dress
1973 Chanel Numbered Haute Couture Red Silk Chiffon Dress

1973 Chanel Numbered Haute Couture Red Silk Chiffon Dress

By Chanel

Located in Rockwood, ON

True Haute Couture pieces by Chanel are an extraordinary find as they are so very rare and hard to come by. This piece is a little extra special in its provenance as my client tells ...

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1970s Maxi Dress

1990s Valentino Plunged Back Red Ruffled Silk Chiffon Dress
1990s Valentino Plunged Back Red Ruffled Silk Chiffon Dress

1990s Valentino Plunged Back Red Ruffled Silk Chiffon Dress

By Valentino

Located in Rockwood, ON

Valentino knows how to cut a dress to perfectly flatter a woman's body. Few designers can come close to the masterful techniques he perfected over the decades of his prolific career....

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1990s Maxi Dress

1960s Geoffrey Beene Blue & Green Backless Layered Chiffon Dress
1960s Geoffrey Beene Blue & Green Backless Layered Chiffon Dress

1960s Geoffrey Beene Blue & Green Backless Layered Chiffon Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Rockwood, ON

I have this same dress in a brown version that is also currently available in the shop. If you want to see it in that color option, please send me a note. Geoffrey Beene's evening w...

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1960s Maxi Dress

Prettiest 1970s George Stavropoulos Coral Silk Chiffon Dress Capelet & Sash
Prettiest 1970s George Stavropoulos Coral Silk Chiffon Dress Capelet & Sash

Prettiest 1970s George Stavropoulos Coral Silk Chiffon Dress Capelet & Sash

By George Stavropoulos

Located in Rockwood, ON

George Stavropoulos is one of my favorite designers and I love having his work in the shop. His clients included Elizabeth Taylor and opera singer Maria Callas and part of why they f...

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1970s Maxi Dress

1970s Loris Azzaro Flowers Appliques on Black Chiffon Caftan Dress
1970s Loris Azzaro Flowers Appliques on Black Chiffon Caftan Dress

1970s Loris Azzaro Flowers Appliques on Black Chiffon Caftan Dress

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Paris, FR

LORIS AZZARO PARIS (Made in France) Iconic 1970s black chiffon caftan embroidered with Rhodoïd and plastic beads in shades of green, orange, transparent, black, brown and gold; formi...

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1970s French Maxi Dress

60s Purple & Orange Pauline Trigere Floral Long Sleeve Silk Chiffon Dress
60s Purple & Orange Pauline Trigere Floral Long Sleeve Silk Chiffon Dress

60s Purple & Orange Pauline Trigere Floral Long Sleeve Silk Chiffon Dress

By Pauline Trigère

Located in San Francisco, CA

60s Purple & Orange Pauline Trigere Floral Long Sleeve Silk Chiffon Dress. Hand finished. Dress is fully lined but the sleeves are sheer. Nylon zip up the back. Zips at the wrists.

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1960s Maxi Dress

c.1977 Valentino Strapless Silk Chiffon Red Ruffle Full Length Dress
c.1977 Valentino Strapless Silk Chiffon Red Ruffle Full Length Dress

c.1977 Valentino Strapless Silk Chiffon Red Ruffle Full Length Dress

By Valentino

Located in Rockwood, ON

This Valentino is very similar to the work he was doing for the 1977 season that was so beautifully captured by Deborah Turbeville for the Fall campaign. I have included several refe...

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1970s Maxi Dress

Stavropoulos Vintage 1970's Red Sheer Silk Chiffon Dress with Bishop Sleeves
Stavropoulos Vintage 1970's Red Sheer Silk Chiffon Dress with Bishop Sleeves

Stavropoulos Vintage 1970's Red Sheer Silk Chiffon Dress with Bishop Sleeves

By George Stavropoulos

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Stavropoulos Vintage 1970's Red Sheer Silk Chiffon Dress with Bishop Sleeves. George Stavropoulos was a New York designer of Greek descent known for his flowing chiffon evening dres...

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1980s American Maxi Dress

c.1958-1965 Helen Rose Hand Beaded Ivory Silk Chiffon & Gold Dress
c.1958-1965 Helen Rose Hand Beaded Ivory Silk Chiffon & Gold Dress

c.1958-1965 Helen Rose Hand Beaded Ivory Silk Chiffon & Gold Dress

By Helen Rose

Located in Rockwood, ON

Helen Rose signed with MGM in 1944 and designed costumes for various films up until 1966. She won two Academy Awards for Best Costume Design and was nominated on 8 other occasions. S...

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1960s Maxi Dress

Alberta Ferretti Floral Embroidered Silk Chiffon Gown
Alberta Ferretti Floral Embroidered Silk Chiffon Gown

Alberta Ferretti Floral Embroidered Silk Chiffon Gown

By Alberta Ferretti

Located in London, GB

Alberta Ferretti's ethereal white gown is in line with the season's romantic bohemian mood. This silk-chiffon runway style is teeming with floral embroidery and appliqués, while the ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Maxi Dress

Jean Louis Chiffon Gown with Gold Lamé Bubble Motif
Jean Louis Chiffon Gown with Gold Lamé Bubble Motif

Jean Louis Chiffon Gown with Gold Lamé Bubble Motif

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A dreamy chiffon lamé gown from Jean Louis. Done in an orange creamsicle shade of chiffon, the lamé print brings to mind champagne bubbles. The flowing, ethereal gown buttons at the ...

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1970s American Maxi Dress

1960's Psychedelic Swirl Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress
1960's Psychedelic Swirl Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress

1960's Psychedelic Swirl Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

Absolutely awesome 1960's silk chiffon maxi dress. BEAUTIFUL piece and perfect for any spring or summer event!

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1960s Day Dresses

1970s Layered Silk Chiffon Travilla Maxi Dress
1970s Layered Silk Chiffon Travilla Maxi Dress

1970s Layered Silk Chiffon Travilla Maxi Dress

Located in Rockwood, ON

This beautiful and easy to wear dress is by Travilla, who is of course the genius behind Marilyn Monroe's Subway Grate dress from the movie "The Seven Year Itch". He was renowned for...

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Anthony Muto Multicolor Chiffon Print Maxi Dress
1970s Anthony Muto Multicolor Chiffon Print Maxi Dress

1970s Anthony Muto Multicolor Chiffon Print Maxi Dress

By Anthony Muto

Located in Houston, TX

Fantastic 1970's chiffon feather and floral print evening dress by Marita by Anthony Muto. There is metallic threaded polka dot designs throughout the dress. Lined. Scoop neckline....

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Silk Chiffon Oscar de la Renta Maxi Dress
1960s Silk Chiffon Oscar de la Renta Maxi Dress

1960s Silk Chiffon Oscar de la Renta Maxi Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Rockwood, ON

What a beautiful, early 1960s silk maxi dress from Oscar De La Renta! It is shockingly light - I know it looks like it should not be with that intricate pattern making it appear like...

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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Miss Elliette Vintage Dress Pink Red Chiffon 1970s Layered Maxi 6
Miss Elliette Vintage Dress Pink Red Chiffon 1970s Layered Maxi 6

Miss Elliette Vintage Dress Pink Red Chiffon 1970s Layered Maxi 6

By ELLIETTE LEWIS

Located in Portland, OR

This Miss Elliette of California vintage dress is much prettier in person! The photos don't capture the layers of red and pink that so beautifully blend together in person! This dre...

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1970s American Evening Dresses

NEW Deadstock 1970s Vintage Dress Chiffon Maxi Abstract Coins Tags Corset Ties
NEW Deadstock 1970s Vintage Dress Chiffon Maxi Abstract Coins Tags Corset Ties

NEW Deadstock 1970s Vintage Dress Chiffon Maxi Abstract Coins Tags Corset Ties

Located in Portland, OR

I love the vivid colors and style of this 70's vintage dress! This dead stock bohemian chic vintage 1970's maxi dress has long sheer blouson sleeves and taffeta lining. There are gol...

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960's Elizabeth Arden Psychedelic Print Chiffon Winged-Sleeves Maxi Dress Gown
1960's Elizabeth Arden Psychedelic Print Chiffon Winged-Sleeves Maxi Dress Gown

1960's Elizabeth Arden Psychedelic Print Chiffon Winged-Sleeves Maxi Dress Gown

By Oscar De La Renta, Elizabeth Arden

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Breathtaking psychedelic paisley-print chiffon gown created by American designer Oscar de la Renta when he was head designer for Elizabeth Arden in the 1960's. Trained by Cristóbal B...

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1960s American Evening Gowns

Vintage 2000s Y2K Roberto Cavalli Green Gold Chiffon Velvet Bias Slip Dress Maxi
Vintage 2000s Y2K Roberto Cavalli Green Gold Chiffon Velvet Bias Slip Dress Maxi

Vintage 2000s Y2K Roberto Cavalli Green Gold Chiffon Velvet Bias Slip Dress Maxi

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Denver, CO

Early 2000s Roberto Cavalli Dress Silk + viscose green + gold velvet fabric Floral burnout print throughout Draped neckline Fitted bias style Thin shoulder straps Open very low cut b...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Vintage Estevez Brown Chiffon Dress With Statement Sleeves Fall Evening Gown
Vintage Estevez Brown Chiffon Dress With Statement Sleeves Fall Evening Gown

Vintage Estevez Brown Chiffon Dress With Statement Sleeves Fall Evening Gown

By Estevez

Located in Portland, OR

This is an outstanding vintage evening gown from Estevez for the Eva Gabor Look. This brown chiffon maxi dress has dramatic statement sleeves that are are lined to the elbow.

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1970s American Evening Dresses

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Maxi Chiffon Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of maxi chiffon dresses for sale on 1stDibs. For maxi chiffon dresses, black is a pretty popular color, but we also have brown, gray, red and more in stock now. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many classic iterations of maxi chiffon dresses over the years, but those made by Oscar De La Renta, Christian Dior and Hanae Mori are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

How Much are Maxi Chiffon Dresses?

The prices for maxi chiffon dresses start at $72 and top out at $18,729 with these items, on average, selling for $1,150.

Finding the Right Evening Dresses And Gowns 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 Maxi Chiffon Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chiffon is a light and sheer material that's typically made of silk, nylon or rayon. It's often used for lingerie and formalwear.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, maxi dresses are flattering. The key to choosing one that complements your curves is to look for styles that work with your body shape. For an hourglass figure, a maxi dress with a plunging v-neck and/or a fitted waist is often a good choice. Strapless tops and full skirts can balance a pear-shaped figure, while embellishments like ruffles and ruching can enhance an athletic body type. If you have an apple-shaped body, look for maxi dresses with empire waists, belts or swingy skirts. Shop a large selection of maxi dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the maxi dress was very popular in the 1970s. This was a strange transitional era for women’s clothing as they left behind more modest clothing and embraced a risque approach to style. This meant that in the 1970s maxi dresses sat alongside miniskirts in the same closet. Shop a collection of 1970’s-inspired vintage clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best shoes to wear with a maxi dress is dependent on the occasion and design of the dress. Wearing flat shoes such as sandals are great for a casual outfit during the day. For evenings, heels could be substituted for elevating your look if a formal dinner or other event is in the plans.

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