Nautical Gown
Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Silk Nautical Evening Gown S/S 2016 Size 2
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Ralph Lauren Purple Label - Full length nautical evening gown with voluminous sheer fabric panels
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2010s American Evening Dresses
Etro Cotton Twill Nautical Caftan
By Etro
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Etro cotton twill nautical print caftan. The perfect coverup for summer cruising. Pull on caftan
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Caftans
Vintage Bill Blass Size 16 Blue + White Nautical Plus Size Linen Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage BILL BLASS Size 16 blue and white nautical long sleeved linen dress! Features the
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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Dresses
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Navy Blue and White Nautical Dress, 1960s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
nautical A-Line dress! 1960s YSL pieces are hard enough to find, yet alone an haute couture piece! As with
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1960s French Cocktail Dresses
Suzy Perette 1950s Large Size Black and White Nautical Vintage 50s Cotton Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1950s SUZY PERETTE black and white lightweight soft cotton nautical dress! Features a bow
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses
Joseph Magnin 1960s Navy Blue + Red Linen Silk Nautical Vintage 60s Shift Dress
By Joseph Magnin Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s JOSEPH MAGNIN navy blue and red linen and silk blend nautical shift dress! A dead ringer
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses
1960s Teal Traina XL Size Nautical Navy Blue Red Vintage 60s Wool Wrap Dress
By Teal Traina, Traina-Norell
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s TEAL TRAINA larger size navy blue and red nautical 'anchor' belted wool wrap dress
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses
1970s Gay Gibson Navy Blue + Red Lightweight Wool Nautical Halter Maxi Dress 70s
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 70s GAY GIBSON navy blue and red wool halter maxi dress ! Features a tailored navy bodice with a full red skirt. Hidden zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Hoo...
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1970s American Maxi Dress
Size: Small - Small Medium
1990s Karl Lagerfeld Black and White Stripe Knit Halter Summer Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s Black and White Knit Stripe Nautical Halter body con maxi dress.
Perfect vacation dress.
Fit
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1990s French Summer Dresses
Miu Miu Early 2000s Navy Blue + Red Virgin Wool Size 44 US 8 A - Line Mod Dress
By Prada, Miu Miu
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly chic early 2000s does 1960s MIU MIU navy blue and red color block A - Line nautical
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Vintage Mollie Parnis 1970s Blue and White Novelty 70s Linen + Cotton Dress
By Mollie Parnis
Located in San Diego, CA
blue and white nautical linen/cotton dress ! Features the perfect linen/cotton blend that is soft, yet
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
1990s Linda Segal Size 10 12 Red White Colorblock Pique Cotton Vintage 90s Dress
By Linda Segal
Located in San Diego, CA
sleeveless nautical sheath dress ! Linda Segal pieces were often worn by Fran Fine, played by Fran Drescher
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses
Michael Kors Collection Size 6 / 8 Navy Blue and White Gingham Puff Sleeve Dress
By Michael Kors
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION navy blue and white gingham checkered puff sleeve nautical dress !
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Silk Scarf with Irish Linen Cushion Pillow Pink
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
. Ambassador to Spain saw some of his dress sketches, she commissioned de la Renta to design a gown for her
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Late 20th Century European Art Deco Pillows and Throws
Materials
Linen, Silk
Amazing Vintage Nautical Anchor Novelty Chain Necklace Print Linen Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 1990s nautical dress! Fully lined fine linen, with gold silk thread printed to look
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses
Amazing 1970s Nautical Navy Blue + Gold Anchor Patch Vintage Jersey maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 70s navy blue + gold anchor patch long sleeve jersey maxi dress! Perfect navy blue color matches anything, and is great all year. Gold anchor patch above left breast....
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1970s American Maxi Dress
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Late Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara/Necklace and Earrings
Located in London, GB
An extremely elegant late Victorian sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and earring set, in silver and gold, circa 1900’s.
This beautifully handcrafted tiara can be effortlessly...
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1967 Nina Ricci Haute Couture Documented Ruby Red Wool Mod Jumpsuit
By Nina Ricci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning and very rare documented Nina Ricci haute couture jumpsuit dating back to her 1967 Fall-Winter collection. The French fashion house, known for its feminine, ladylike clothin...
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1960s French Maxi Dresses
NEW Black Gucci Suede Brocade Pineapple High Heel Sandals Pumps Velvet Bowtie 38
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning pair of Gucci suede high heels with brocade „pineapple“ print.
Closes with velvet lace up bow tie detail
Leather lined insoles
13cm tall heels
Size 38
Brandnew and never wo...
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2010s Italian Shoes
2006 Versace Runway Finale Champagne Sequin Silk Hourglass Halter Gown w/Tag
By Versace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely gorgeous autumn-winter 2006 Versace documented runway gown that originally retailed for $20,905. Versace is one of the world's leading international fashion houses. Gia...
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Early 2000s Italian Wedding Dresses
1984 Ray Aghayan for Barbra Streisand Custom Klimt Beaded Gold Lame Dress
By Ray Aghayan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a gold beaded Ray Aghayan dress custom-made for Barbra Streisand. This fabulous dress is the perfect culmination of the fashion, art, and pop culture worlds. Ray Aghayan w...
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1980s American Evening Gowns
Claude Montana 1980s vintage bustier crop top vest + features five gold buttons
By Claude Montana, Claude Montana Paris
Located in Antwerp, BE
A fabulous vintage 1980s bustier top by Claude Montana
Made in Italy - Size 44 / 10 - The material is a mix of viscose and wool - the top closes with five small gold buttons at the f...
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1980s Italian Bustiers
Vintage 1989 Gianni Versace Haute Couture Beaded Circus Novelty Gown and Shawl
By Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exceptionally stunning, museum quality Gianni Versace hand-beaded gown and matching full-length shawl dating back to his famous 1989 haute couture collection. This one-of-a-kind e...
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1980s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
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1990s Italian Day Dresses
Gucci by Tom Ford White Wool Turtleneck Top
By Gucci
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Gucci by Tom Ford white wool turtleneck pullover top. A winter must have item in the closet.
- Made in Italy.
- Size L.
- 100% Fleece Wool.
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1990s Italian Pullovers
Alexander McQueen 2003 Collection Silk Unique Print Halter Backless Dress It. 38
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Montgomery, TX
Alexander McQueen Silk Halter High-Low Unique Printed Dress
2003 Collection
Designer size - 38
92% Silk, 6% Nylon, 2% Spandex.
Unique Print, High-Low Style, Slip-On ( no zipper ), Bu...
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses
1980s Vintage Red Vakko Suede Peplum Strapless Dress
By VAKKO
Located in Portland, OR
This is such a fun vintage red dress! This Vakko suede peplum evening dress has a sweetheart bust and a pointed peplum at the waist. .The dress is fully lined and there is a back met...
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1980s American Evening Dresses
Vintage 1910's Ivory Sheer Embroidered Floral Lace & Tulle Tiered Bridal Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Romantic white dresses from the early 20th century are perennial favorites and this one is a show-stopper. The garment's complete couture style is so modern; the fine fabrics are a t...
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1910s Vintage Bridal Gowns
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 “The Hunger” Green Asymmetric Strapless Ruffle Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 “The Hunger” Green Asymmetric Strapless Ruffle Dress
Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen
Collection: S/S 1996
Style: Strapless dress
Color(s): Shade...
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1990s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses
Vintage Vicky Tiel Couture Red Lace Strapless Party Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
80s Vicky Tiel Couture red lace strapless mini cocktail dress.
Size: 4
Bust: 32"/ Waist: 28" / Length 28"
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1980s French Mini Dress
Christian Dior Quilted Leather Pale Taupe Shoes W Pierced Black Bows & 3" Heels
By Christian Dior
Located in Portland, OR
These are such pretty Christian Dior pumps with 3" heels. These quilted patent leather Dior shoes have rounded toes and pretty pierced black bows. The color is a soft taupe and these...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes
Halston Heritage Cut-Out Dress
By Halston Heritage
Located in London, GB
Halston Heritage Cut-Out Dress
Champagne gold, sparkling maxi dress designed with cut-out detailing to the sides.
Featuring deep V-Neck to rear and wrap-around accent.
Boat neckli...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Evening Dresses and Gowns
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Chanel Nautical Blue Chiffon Strapless Gown with Chain Detail
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely stunning Chanel gown, done in intricately pleated navy silk chiffon and accented with
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1990s French Evening Gowns
Early Herve Leger Nautically Inspired Bandage Dress
By Herve Léger
Located in New York, NY
Early Herve Leger nautically inspired bandage mini dress. Fits a modern size 4/6.
RARE
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses
Jean Paul Gaultier French Nautical Striped Mesh Dress With Signature Print 2001
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
iconic French nautical stripes, signature print, mesh fabric, and body-con fit. From the 2001 collection
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 2 black nautical button double breasted strapless dress IT42
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 2 black nautical button double breasted strapless dress IT42
Brand: Gaultier 2
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses
Jean-Paul Gaultier Spring 2009 RTW Silk Dress NWT
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Prague, CZ
New With Tags, amazing, size flexible 100% silk dress with an iconic Jean-Paul Gaultier Nautical
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns
Jean Paul Gaultier Printed Bustier Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jean Paul Gaultier nautical print bandage dress with formed bust and zipper front with mesh elastic
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1990s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
1950s Demi Couture Navy Blue Silk Shantung Vintage 50s Nautical Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s demi couture navy blue silk shantung nautical fit n' flare dress! Masterfully
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1950s Cocktail Dresses
Sweet 90s Vintage Neiman Marcus Red 50s Rockabilly Inspired Nautical Shirt Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful cotton + linen blend 1990s Neiman Marcus nautical dress! Beautiful
Bright lipstick red
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses
Vintage Valentino Size 10 Navy Blue 1980s Short Sleeve Nautical 80s Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and classic vintage 80s VALENTINO navy blue short sleeve Size 10 peplum nautical dress
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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses
1990s Vintage Oscar de la Renta Navy Blue + White Nautical Bow Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Cutest vintage 1990s Oscar de la Renta navy and white nautical dress! Bow detail at side bust, with
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses
Vintage Joy Stevens Navy Blue + White Polka Dot Nautical Tie - Back Dress
By Joy Stevens
Located in San Diego, CA
Cutest vintage Joy Stevens navy blue and white polka dot tie-back dress! Enough said to describe this beauty! Can easily transition from day to night. Looks amazing with sandals or w...
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1970s Cocktail Dresses
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Size: Small- Medium
Vintage Adolfo for Saks 5th Avenue Navy Blue and White Nautical Knit Dress
By Adolfo, Adolfo at Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage ADOLFO for SAKS FIFTH AVE. navy blue and white nautical knit dress! Soft knit fabric
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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Dresses
Chic 1960s Ivory + Navy Blue + Red Knit Vintage 60s Nautical Mod Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s ivory, navy blue and red knit scooter / shift dress! Features soft ivory knit that has plenty of stretch. Two loops and buttons at each side of the front waist. Hidden met...
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses
Alan Phillips Navy Blue Yellow and White Plaid Cotton A Line Dress, 1960s
By Allen Phillips
Located in San Diego, CA
print, with a nautical collar. Navy lacquer buttons up the bodice. Hidden metal zipper up the back with
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses
Size: Small - Small Medium
Louis Vuitton Cup Nautical Silk Scarf
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
selection of evening gowns and luxury garments.
This Louis Vuitton cup scarf is composed of a light
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20th Century Italian Scarves
Fleurs - French Fauvist Botanical Flowers, Watercolor & Gouache by Raoul Dufy
By Raoul Dufy
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Avenue du Clichy, where he started to produce woodcut-based textile designs. Poiret's gowns and Dufy's
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1910s Fauvist Still-life Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Paper, Watercolor, Gouache
Norell Sequin Jersey Gown
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Exquisite jersey gown with sequins from Norman Norell.
Famed for his sequin "mermaid" gowns
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Norman Norell 1960's Jewel collar gown
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Wonderful floor length gown with a dramatic wide Swarovski Crystal collar.
Large Swarovski
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
One shoulder black evening gown from Norman Norell
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
One shoulder black evening gown from Norman Norell
Beautifully tailored in black wool crepe
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Emilio Pucci Vintage Nautical Stripe Silk Caftan Style Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Emilio Pucci Vintage Nautical Stripe Silk Caftan Style Dress
This is so cool, please use the zoom
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1930's Red Birds Nautical Print Cotton Faille Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1930's dress
* white cotton faille
* red nautical bird and sailboat print
* bias cut
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1930s Cocktail Dresses
Norell yellow moire silk gown with jewel collar and belt
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Delightful yellow silk gown with jewel collar and belt from Norman Norell.
Created in a
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
1970s Lanvin Striped Knit Maxi Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Rockwood, ON
without being too much and I love how it goes from a classic , almost nautical feel with the cream and
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns
Norman Norell low cut little black dress
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
, matching belts, awning stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Norell belted black dress w 20 Swarovski crystal buttons
Located in San Francisco, CA
stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use of buttons is one of
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Black silk belted Maxi dress from Norman Norell
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use of buttons is one of Norell’s signatures, and all
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Sexy little black dress by Norman Norell
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
piece suiting, matching belts, awning stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Norman Norell Black dress with crystal buttons
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use of buttons is one of Norell’s signatures, and all
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Norell orange jersey maxi dress with belt & jewel buttons
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
, matching belts, awning stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Perfect little black dress by Norman Norell 1960's sheath
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
, matching belts, awning stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Black sleeveless sheath dress with wide belt from Norman Norell
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
, matching belts, awning stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Norman Norell Scoop back little black dress
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
, matching belts, awning stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Silk evening dress w jewel sequin sleeves from Norman Norell
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
piece suiting, matching belts, awning stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Perfect Little Black Dress from Norman Norell
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use of buttons is one of Norell’s signatures, and all
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Remarkable matching front & back little black dress from Norell
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use of buttons is one of Norell’s signatures, and all
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Norman Norell pleated silk chiffon dress with scarf
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
, matching belts, awning stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Norman Norell elegant black silk dress with attached bow
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use of buttons is one of Norell’s
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Norman Norell Black dress with 22 working jeweled buttons, scarf
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
piece suiting, matching belts, awning stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Vibrant floral velvet dress from Norman Norell
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
, matching belts, awning stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Elegant silk jersey poet sleeve dress from Norman Norell
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use of buttons is one of
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Crystal accent black evening dress from Norman Norell
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use of buttons is one of Norell’s signatures, and all
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
-80s Chanel Yellow Strapless Gown
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Summer weight and style casual evening gown in 100% cotton by Chanel Boutique circa 1980s. Slight
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Turquoise Silk Fabric with Irish Linen Cushion Pillow
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Great Britain, Northern Ireland
dress sketches, she commissioned de la Renta to design a gown for her daughter and he quickly became
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Late 20th Century Rococo Pillows and Throws
Materials
Linen, Silk
H 20.5 in W 20.5 in D 5.5 in
Norman Norell silk belted evening dress
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use of buttons is one of Norell’s signatures, and all
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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Orange jersey maxi dress from Norman Norell
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use of buttons is one of Norell’s
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Delightful bib front tuxedo dress from Norman Norell
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
piece suiting, matching belts, awning stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Full skirt black jersey dress with 28 buttons from Norman Norell
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use of buttons is one of Norell’s signatures, and all
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Norman Norell red wool jersey full length dress
By Norman Norell
Located in San Francisco, CA
, awning stripes, pussycat bows, and Nautical & Sailor themes.
The clever use of buttons is
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Pink Shell Silk Fabric with Irish Linen Cushion Pillow
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Great Britain, Northern Ireland
some of his dress sketches, she commissioned de la Renta to design a gown for her daughter and he
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Late 20th Century Rococo Pillows and Throws
Materials
Linen, Silk
H 16 in W 16 in D 4.5 in
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Nautical Gown For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary nautical gown you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer purple, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find gray, blue and more options on these pages. You’re likely to find the perfect nautical gown among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Bill Blass, Etro and Joseph Magnin Co. are consistently popular.
How Much is a Nautical Gown?
On average, a nautical gown on 1stDibs sells for $853, while they’re typically $617 on the low end and $9,700 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right evening-dresses 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.
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