2008 Marc Jacobs for Louis Vuitton Shirt Dress
By Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs
Located in London, GB
Described as a ‘chic take on the classic nurses uniform’, models wore the sheer organza dresses over garments with matching sheer monogram LV face masks.
1950S White Nylon Pin-Up Nurse Uniform Dress
Located in New York, NY
1950S White Nylon Pin-Up Nurse Uniform Dress
1950S White Nylon Pin-Up Nurse Uniform Dress
Located in New York, NY
1950S White Nylon Pin-Up Nurse Uniform Dress Decade: 1950s. Material: Nylon .
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W 1.5 in D 0.5 in L 5 in
Repoussé Sterling Silver Belt Buckle of Baroque Dolphins, by William Kerr c1890
Located in valatie, NY
This was the only bit of individuality that was allowed on a nurse's uniform. These buckles are normally worn with a black Petersham belt.
Pre WW2 Nurses Uniform
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pre WW2 Nurses Uniform. Beautifully preserved 1930s Nurses uniform, with original shell buttons and detachable epaulettes.
Stella McCartney Silk Chiffon Layered EmpireWaist Beaded Drawstring Blouse 2002
By Stella McCartney
Located in Chicago, IL
British Stella McCartney for her eponymous brand's second collection for Fall/Winter 2002 designed this airy layered silk-chiffon empire-waist cap-sleeve rose-color pullover blouse, ...
$1,710
Size: Recommended size Small / UK 6.
Spring 2003 Christian Dior by John GALLIANO Graffiti Kaos Silk Cami Vest Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring 2003 Christian Dior by John GALLIANO silk camisole with iconic Graffiti print detail. Sunset Colours and zip detail straps with the Dior Breloque charm. Size; Recommended siz...
F/W 1988 Thierry Mugler Purple Futuristic Les Infernales Sculptural Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
Futuristic Thierry Mugler vibrant purple jacket from the Fall Winter 1988 “Les Infernales” collection and variations of it were seen on the runway. This rare jacket features a struct...
Roberto Cavalli Underwear F/W 2001 Green Bustier Top Sz IT42 NEW WITH TAGS
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Melbourne, VIC
From Roberto Cavalli’s Fall/Winter 2001 collection, this Underwear line bustier channels the brand’s signature bold print with a lingerie-inspired edge. Cut from lustrous green jacqu...
$6,162
Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Dolce & Gabbana black corseted mini skirt with gold chains and beads, ss 1991
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
▪ Dolce & Gabbana black corseted mini skirt ▪ Gold metal chain detail ▪ Beaded tassels ▪ Metal hook closures at centre-back ▪ IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6 ▪ Spring-Summer 1991
Comme des Garçons by Rei Kawakubo Skirt Suit A/W 1986
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawakubo Comme Des Garcons
Located in London, GB
- Autumn / Winter 1986 Comme des Garçons runway collection by Rei Kawakubo - Sold by Mae Vintage - Black avant garde skirt suit. Double breasted jacket with voluminous peplum. Lon...
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere Fall 2002 Cubist Mixed Media Dress
By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière Cubist Flounce Hem Dress Fall 2002 Runway Collection A striking and collectible piece from Nicolas Ghesquière’s early tenure at Balenciaga, this dres...
Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld, 2008 Printed Silk Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi, Fendi
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
This striking Fendi dress from 2008, designed by the legendary Karl Lagerfeld, showcases a bold abstract circular graphic print in vibrant shades of orange, red, yellow, black, and...
New Vintage Roberto Cavalli SS 2011 Silk Crocodile Print Lace Up Fringe Dress 42
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
A striking piece from Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2011 collection, this dress exemplifies the designer’s bold, exotic aesthetic. Crafted from luxurious silk, the dress features a...
$10,271
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Christian Dior by John Galliano deconstructed brown leather wrap skirt, ss 2001
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior deconstructed leather wrap skirt ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Constructed from brown distressed leather ▪ Convertible zipper with Dio...
HERMES Kelly Short orange shiny liz leather PHW classic wallet
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Kelly Short orange shiny liz leather PHW classic wallet Reference: NILI/A00106 Brand: Hermes Model: Kelly Short Material: Leather Color: Orange, Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: T...
Barcode Boy Brick Lego Bag Minaudière
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Karl Lagerfeld's Boy Brick Lego bag for Chanel's SS13 collection embodied the brand's youthful spirit. The bag came in various colours with pearl embellishments. In 2014, Lagerfeld c...
Iconic Thierry Mugler LES INFERNALES FW 1988 Dramatic Black Suit Ensemble
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Showstopper! Thierry Mugler LES INFERNALES Collection FW 1988/89 Absolutely extraordinary piece! The shape and tailoring is so remarkable and the Collar is spectacular! Sculptural ...
Vintage CHANEL Monogram Logo CC FLORAL White Blue Jacket Sport Coat Bomber
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Vintage CHANEL Monogram Logo CC FLORAL White Blue Jacket Sport Coat Bomber Hoodie. Size 38. Made in Italy. Chanel CC logo in the front and on the back. 100% Polyamide. Pre loved grea...
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Runway Leopard Sheer Lace Detail Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Runway Leopard Sheer Gold Lace Detail Backless Knit Dress Size: FR 42 Condition: Excellent Please note this dress features a closed colla...
$14,920
H 6 in W 6.75 in L 2 in
Chanel 2001 Flap Vintage Mini Wicker Raffia Classic Black Rattan Cross Body Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Flap Vintage Mini Wicker Raffia Classic Black Rattan Cross Body Bag 2001 Gold hardware Classic interwoven chain Woven wicker design Signature interlocking CC logo buckle Fron...
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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