Massive Handmade Bib with Ceramic Beads
Located in New York, NY
Massive Handmade Bib with Ceramic Beads made by Dona, Mexico in the 1960's. Large dog collar choker
Vintage 1940s Mexican Choker Necklaces
Brass
Massive Handmade Bib with Ceramic Beads
Located in New York, NY
Massive Handmade Bib with Ceramic Beads made by Dona, Mexico in the 1960's. Large dog collar choker
Brass
Marti Blue Silk Kaftan, 1970s
Located in Houston, TX
collectible designer Marti of Mexico. The caftan features multiple clean lines of pin-tucking at the bust and
Irene Pulos Mexican Cotton Caftan Dress, 1970's
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970's Mexican cotton caftan dress by Irene Pulos with a graphic design in eye catching colors
1970s Mexican Cotton and Satin Ribbon Fringed Caftan
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1970s Mexican cotton and satin ribbon fringed caftan with Aztec-styled motif embroidered at the
1970s Josefa Mexican Cotton Caftan with Tassel Streamers
By Josefa
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1970s Josefa Mexican cotton caftan: Empire styling with long tassel streamers down front and
1950s Caftan with Traditional Mexican Embroidery Panels and Mixed Lace
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Net and mixed lace caftan with traditional Mexican embroidery panels. Custom made in the
1970s 70s Vintage Lightweight Cotton Red + White Mexican Embroidered Caftan
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s vintage Mexican caftan / kaftan dress! Perfect lightweight soft cotton. Red, with
1970's Mexican Bohemian Embroidered Caftan Lounger
Located in Atlanta, GA
The vibrant color palate of this 1970's Mexican caftan starts with an orange and pink striped
Vibrant Mexican Festival Tangerine Cotton Caftan Designed by Joesfa c 1970s
By Josefa
Located in University City, MO
Vibrant Mexican festival tangerine cotton caftan designed by Josefa The exotic cotton caftan is
1970s Black and Yellow Handkerchief Scarf Hem Mexican Embrodiered Caftan Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 70s vintage black and marigold yellow cotton handkerchief hem Mexican kaftan dress
Vintage Tachi Castillo Mexican Hand Crochet Cotton 1970s 70s Black Caftan Dress
By Tachi Castillo
Located in San Diego, CA
was well known in Mexico for her impeccable attention to detail, and had a very strong and loyal
Torso Creations Caftan Of Mexican Embroidered Cotton & Striped Thai Silk
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Torso Creations Caftan Of Mexican Embroidered Cotton & Striped Thai Silk in a Myriad of Colors.
1970s Spectacular Angel Wing Caftan Designed by Josefa
By Josefa
Located in University City, MO
1970s Spectacular angel wing caftan designed by Joesfa The exotic cotton caftan is a myriad of
1970s Josefa Hand-Crafted Cotton Caftan with Rainbow Ribbon Trim and Embroidery
By Josefa
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Josefa hand-crafted cotton caftan with rainbow ribbon trim and hand embroidery. Originally
1960s Denim and Cotton Caftan w Op-Art Style Appliqué and Embroidery
Located in Gresham, OR
Victor Camarena for D'Mama Carlota denim and cotton caftan with op-art style applique and
Mexican Caftan 1960s
By Josefa
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage Josefa caftan. Pink cotton item features multi-color applique details with attached
Mexican Caftan 1960s
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage Tipicano caftan. Black cotton item features bright pink embroidery and matching silk
1970s Casa Maya Handmade & Embroidered Mexican Caftan
Located in Rockwood, ON
This is just an amazing piece of art-to-wear. Hand made in Mexico in the late sixties, maybe early
1979 Zandra Rhodes Mexican Fan Caftan
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in Rockwood, ON
collection inspired by her trip to Mexico this piece is entitled "Mexican Fan" I that book she says that the
1970's Josefa of Mexico Couture Caftan
By Josefa
Located in Houston, TX
Unbelievable Josefa caftan! Vibrant cotton canvas in blue and purple with blue ribbon details is
MUGLER Crystal Teardrop Corset Top Rhinestone Corsage
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Spectacular Mugler Teardrop Corset Top. The beautiful piece showcases Thierry Mugler's signature blend of bold structure and feminine elegance. Crafted in a delicate powder blue, the...
Stunning Thierry Mugler Archival FW 1986 Evening Gown Crystal Black Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Gorgeous extremely rare Iconic Thierry Mugler Evening Dress, FW 1986 Collection "Les Voleuses" Museum worthy Collectors Piece The most dramatic evening gown with amazing crystal rhi...
Christian Dior John Galliano - Fall/Winter 1998 Gray Fur Skirt Suit Size 38FR
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior John Galliano Vintage Gray Fur Skirt Suit Size 38FR - John Galliano for Christian Dior.
Roberto Cavalli Blue & White Ming Gown Dress with Fur Trim Wrap S/S 2005 Sz 42IT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Blue & White Ming Gown Dress with Fur Trim Wrap S/S 2005 Sz 42IT. This dress is marked a 42IT. Measurements not stretched reflect a small but has a lot of s...
$425Sale Price|38% Off
Superb 1980s Vicky Tiel Couture "Sara" Metallic Gold Lame Dress with Bolero (38)
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Port Hope, ON
Outstanding piece in excellent condition. The dress is boned to the waist and has a an inset bra. The permanent pleats of the skirt complement the gathers to be found at the bust and...
Jade and Sterling Silver Choker
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous substantial silver and jade choker necklace. The front bib portion is comprised of layers of silver in different shapes on top of one another with a large rounded jade sto...
Jade, Sterling Silver
$3,500
Size: FR 38 (US 6) but runs small
Iconic Documented Thierry Mugler Runway Sheer Boned Corset Skirt Suit, SS1995
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Geneva, CH
Featured during the "Thierry Mugler, Couturissime" exhibition at the "Musée des Arts Décoratifs" in Paris in 2021-2022 and at the "Brooklyn Museum" in New York in 2022-2023 (see pic...
Alexander McQueen grey wool structured pant suit, fw 2000
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Alexander McQueen grey structured pant suit ▪ Outer: 100% Wool, Lining: 100% Silk ▪ Mid-length fitted jacket ▪ Diamond cut panels to bodice ▪ Standing shawl lapel ▪ Metal hook...
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 ...
Alexander McQueen 2004 runway gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Look 50 of the Alexander Mcqueen 2004FW runway show. A short version of this design was seen during the 2004SS “Deliverance” collection. It’s inspired by the 1970s film “They Shoot...
Alexander McQueen Plato's Atlantis "Praying Mantis" Silk Dress, SS 2010
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Alexander McQueen Rare and Extremely Collectible Sculptural Silk Dress. From his legendary SS 2010 Collection 'Plato's Atlantis'. Breathtaking Draped Mantis Wing Print Silk Fabric ...
$11,651
Size: FR40 - IT 44 - UK12 - US8
Jean Paul Gaultier Copper Cone Bra Evening Dress and Jacket Ensemble, ss 1987
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Jean Paul Gaultier Copper Evening Dress and Jacket Ensemble ▪ Spring-Summer 1987 ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Figure-hugging calf-length dress ▪ Circular-quilted cone-shaped cups ▪ S...
Brass Choker with Large Crescents Pendant 1960s
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous golden brass choker collar with three crescent drops from a chain neck with a spring closure. The crescents are joined with chains and there are 2 1" circular tabs on ea...
Brass
Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Brown Lucite Crystal Necklace YSL, 2003
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
In 1999, Tom Ford took over as the creative director for Yves Saint Laurent. Ford, like Saint Laurent, is noted for a hyper-progressive vision that tends to bring multiple layers to...
Important Chanel Anglo Indian Bib, Maison Gripoix
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Important Chanel Anglo Indian Bib by Maison Gripoix, Paris. Massive scale based on antique Indian Moghul styles, completely hand made with poured glass, faux pearls on a gilt bronze ...
Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Extraordinary 1930's Haute Couture Leather Gingko Bib
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary 1930's Haute Couture Leather Gingko Bib with pastes and gold bullion of French origin. Unknown designer, completely handmade. Gold leaf leather gingko leaves fall from ...
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate
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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