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Paul & Joe, off white dress with strass
Paul & Joe, off white dress with strass

Paul & Joe, off white dress with strass

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Paul & Joe, off white dress with strass and open back. The item is new.

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

OFF white, Floral maxi dress
OFF white, Floral maxi dress

OFF white, Floral maxi dress

By Off-White

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

OFF white, Floral maxi dress. The item is in good condition.

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2010s Maxi Dresses

Off-White SS20 “Rete” White Lattice Maxi Dress with Neon Fringe, IT 38
Off-White SS20 “Rete” White Lattice Maxi Dress with Neon Fringe, IT 38

Off-White SS20 “Rete” White Lattice Maxi Dress with Neon Fringe, IT 38

By Off-White

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

Off-White SS20 “Rete” White Lattice Maxi Dress with Neon Fringe, IT 38 Description: From Virgil Abloh’s Spring/Summer 2020 Off-White™ collection, this rare “Rete” maxi dress is a mu...

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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Moschino Color Block Dress
Moschino Color Block Dress

Moschino Color Block Dress

By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great black and off white dress from Moschino. The sleeveless semi fitted dress has an off white peter pan collar and large front patch pockets with off white flaps.

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Pierre Cardin Couture Cream Wool Dress
Pierre Cardin Couture Cream Wool Dress

Pierre Cardin Couture Cream Wool Dress

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pierre Cardin Couture smart off white dress with attached black lapels and black lucite triangle decoration.

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Late 20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Off-White c/o Virgil Abloh FW19 Black Asymmetric Belted Blazer Dress Size IT 40
Off-White c/o Virgil Abloh FW19 Black Asymmetric Belted Blazer Dress Size IT 40

Off-White c/o Virgil Abloh FW19 Black Asymmetric Belted Blazer Dress Size IT 40

By Off-White

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

Off-White c/o Virgil Abloh FW19 Black Asymmetric Belted Blazer Dress Size IT 40 (US 6) From Virgil Abloh’s Fall/Winter 2019 “Public Television” Collection, this sculptural black bla...

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2010s Italian Dress and Coat Ensembles

1970s Elinor Gay Flower Printed Cowl Neck Jersey Vintage 70s Maxi Dress Gown
1970s Elinor Gay Flower Printed Cowl Neck Jersey Vintage 70s Maxi Dress Gown

1970s Elinor Gay Flower Printed Cowl Neck Jersey Vintage 70s Maxi Dress Gown

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful early 70s Elinor Gay flower printed jersey maxi dress ! Ivory / off - white dress with colorful florals printed in purple, green, pink, and yellow throughout.

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1970s American Maxi Dress

Amazing VERSACE Strapless Beaded Goddess Evening Wedding Bridal Gown Dress 42
Amazing VERSACE Strapless Beaded Goddess Evening Wedding Bridal Gown Dress 42

Amazing VERSACE Strapless Beaded Goddess Evening Wedding Bridal Gown Dress 42

By Versace

Located in Switzerland, CH

INCREDIBLE VERSACE GRECIAN GODDESS WHITE SILK BEADED EVENING GOWN Gorgeous off-white evening gown inspired by the Grecian goddesses by VERSACE Strapless with sexy semi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wedding Dresses

1900S Off White Floral Linen Dress
1900S Off White Floral Linen Dress

1900S Off White Floral Linen Dress

Located in New York, NY

In great condition for the age, does have some areas of old stains and holes. 1900S Off White Floral Linen Dress

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Early 1900s Casual Dresses

2000S Off White & Beige Dress
2000S Off White & Beige Dress

2000S Off White & Beige Dress

Located in New York, NY

2000S Off White & Beige Dress

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Early 2000s Casual Dresses

Off-white wool sleEveless dress CHRISTIAN DIOR
Off-white wool sleEveless dress CHRISTIAN DIOR

Off-white wool sleEveless dress CHRISTIAN DIOR

By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white wool sleeveless dress. SILK LINING ONLY INSIDE THE TOP OF THE DRESS.

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2010s Unknown Day Dresses

Off white cotton bustier dress Gaultier Jeans
Off white cotton bustier dress Gaultier Jeans

Off white cotton bustier dress Gaultier Jeans

By Gaultier Jeans

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off white cotton bustier dress. Fabric composition: 97% cotton, 3% stretch.

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Early 2000s Ukrainian Day Dresses

Off-white backless rayon jacquard dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Off-white backless rayon jacquard dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Off-white backless rayon jacquard dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white backless rayon jacquard dress. Invisible zip closure on the left side.

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

S/S 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Off-White Shimmery Mini Dress
S/S 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Off-White Shimmery Mini Dress

S/S 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Off-White Shimmery Mini Dress

By Gianni Versace Couture, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From Gianni Versace by Donatella’s Spring/Summer 2001 collection, this off-white mini dress features shimmering fabric and an elegant, body-hugging silhouette.

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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dress

Off-white asymmetrical cocktail dress with zip VERSACE
Off-white asymmetrical cocktail dress with zip VERSACE

Off-white asymmetrical cocktail dress with zip VERSACE

By Versace

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white asymmetrical cocktail dress with zip and branded zip puller on the left side.

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Off-white backless rayon jersey mini dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Off-white backless rayon jersey mini dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Off-white backless rayon jersey mini dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white backless jersey mini dress . Fabric composition: 92% rayon, 8% elastane.

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2010s French Mini Dresses

Off-white rayon knit and lace dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Off-white rayon knit and lace dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Off-white rayon knit and lace dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white rayon knit and lace dress. Button and buttonhole closure on the top middle back.

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2010s Informal Dresses

BALENCIAGA 2007 black off white silk chifon floral panel satin mini dress FR36 S
BALENCIAGA 2007 black off white silk chifon floral panel satin mini dress FR36 S

BALENCIAGA 2007 black off white silk chifon floral panel satin mini dress FR36 S

By Nicholas Ghesquiere, Balenciaga

Located in Hong Kong, NT

BALENCIAGA 2007 black off white silk chifon floral print panelled satin trim mini dress FR36 S Reference: MELK/A00474 Brand: Balenciaga Designer: Nicolas Ghesquiere Collection: 2007 ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mini Dress

1920S Off White Sheer Organic Cotton & Lace Long Sleeve Tunic Dress
1920S Off White Sheer Organic Cotton & Lace Long Sleeve Tunic Dress

1920S Off White Sheer Organic Cotton & Lace Long Sleeve Tunic Dress

Located in New York, NY

This dress is in great condition for it's age. It is over 100 years old though so it does have a few small holes and repairs so we are listing it as "Fair" 1920S Off White Sheer Org...

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1920s Casual Dresses

Gucci Tweed Red & Off-White Tunic Dress 38 IT
Gucci Tweed Red & Off-White Tunic Dress 38 IT

Gucci Tweed Red & Off-White Tunic Dress 38 IT

By Gucci

Located in Sydney, New South Wales

Gucci Tweed Red And Off-White Tunic Dress Brand: Gucci Product: Tweed Red & Off-White Tunic Dress Size: 38 It Colour: Red & Off-White Material 46% Wool, 31% Acrylic, 16...

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Cult Gaia “Rhodes” Dress Off White, SS22 Collection New with Tags (XS)
Cult Gaia “Rhodes” Dress Off White, SS22 Collection New with Tags (XS)

Cult Gaia “Rhodes” Dress Off White, SS22 Collection New with Tags (XS)

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

Cult Gaia “Rhodes” Dress Off White, SS22 Collection New with Tags (XS) A wearable art piece from Cult Gaia’s Spring/Summer 2022 collection, the Rhodes Dress is crafted in soft off-w...

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2010s Indian Day Dresses

Off-white cotton bustier dress D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Off-white cotton bustier dress D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Off-white cotton bustier dress D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white cotton bustier dress . Authenticity hologram.

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Issey Miyake Off White Shirt Dress With Black Button Overlay 1998-1999
Issey Miyake Off White Shirt Dress With Black Button Overlay 1998-1999

Issey Miyake Off White Shirt Dress With Black Button Overlay 1998-1999

By Issey Miyake

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to present a vintage Issey Miyake off-white and black dress from the 1998-1999 collection, featuring a folding shirt collar, a sheer black overlay wi...

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1990s Day Dresses

Edwardian Off White Organic Cotton Voile & Lace Long Sleeved Ruffled Tea Dress
Edwardian Off White Organic Cotton Voile & Lace Long Sleeved Ruffled Tea Dress

Edwardian Off White Organic Cotton Voile & Lace Long Sleeved Ruffled Tea Dress

Located in New York, NY

Has some minor holes & signs of wear here and there, but otherwise a great wearable dress. Edwardian Off White Organic Cotton Voile & Lace Long Sleeved Ruffled Tea Dress

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Early 1800s Casual Dresses

Gucci Off White Silk Shirtwaist Maxi Dress with Tie Belt
Gucci Off White Silk Shirtwaist Maxi Dress with Tie Belt

Gucci Off White Silk Shirtwaist Maxi Dress with Tie Belt

By Gucci

Located in Water Mill, NY

An incredible off white silk maxi shirtwaist style maxi dress from Gucci.

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Early 2000s Italian Maxi Dresses

Backless off-white cocktail rayon dress with black print Radley
Backless off-white cocktail rayon dress with black print Radley

Backless off-white cocktail rayon dress with black print Radley

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Backless off-white cocktail dress with black print. Zip and bow on the left side.

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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

Off-white cut out long evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Off-white cut out long evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Off-white cut out long evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white cut out long evening dress. Main fabric composition: 92% rayon, 8% stretch.

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2010s Portuguese Evening Dresses

Off-white draped jersey backless evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Off-white draped jersey backless evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Off-white draped jersey backless evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-White draped jersey backless evening dress. Fabric composition: 98% rayon, 2% elastane.

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2010s French Evening Dresses

Off-white jersey draped cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Off-white jersey draped cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Off-white jersey draped cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white jersey draped cocktail dress. Jersey composition: 92% rayon, 8% elastane.

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2010s Bulgarian Cocktail Dresses

BERNADETTE Nowie brown off white gingham linen asymmetric belted dress IT40 S
BERNADETTE Nowie brown off white gingham linen asymmetric belted dress IT40 S

BERNADETTE Nowie brown off white gingham linen asymmetric belted dress IT40 S

Located in Hong Kong, NT

BERNADETTE Nowie brown off white gingham linen asymmetric belted midi sun dress IT40 S Reference: LNKO/A02669 Brand: Bernadette Model: Dress Bowie (Colorway: Caramel Gingham / Brown)...

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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

Balenciaga By Ghesquiere Off-White Box Pleat Dress 2006
Balenciaga By Ghesquiere Off-White Box Pleat Dress 2006

Balenciaga By Ghesquiere Off-White Box Pleat Dress 2006

By Balenciaga

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Nicolas Ghesquière for Balenciaga off-white silk and wool dress featuring a silk top, large buttons, box pleat skirt and above the...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Off-white and beige cocktail dress in rayon knit Hervé Léger
Off-white and beige cocktail dress in rayon knit Hervé Léger

Off-white and beige cocktail dress in rayon knit Hervé Léger

By Herve Léger

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white and beige cocktail dress in rayon knit . Zip and hook&eye in the middle back.

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2010s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

MARNI off white steel blue tie dye cotton layered dress IT36 XXS
MARNI off white steel blue tie dye cotton layered dress IT36 XXS

MARNI off white steel blue tie dye cotton layered dress IT36 XXS

By Marni

Located in Hong Kong, NT

MARNI off white steel blue tie dye print cotton round neck layered dress IT36 XXS Reference: MECG/A00158 Brand: Marni Material: Cotton Color: Off White, Blue Pattern: Tie Dye Closure...

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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

Off-white beaded cocktail dress with lace boléro VALENTINO
Off-white beaded cocktail dress with lace boléro VALENTINO

Off-white beaded cocktail dress with lace boléro VALENTINO

By Valentino

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white beaded cocktail dress with lace boléro. Main fabric composition: nylon.

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

VERSACE Runway S/S 2012 Stud & Leather Embellished Off-White Mini Dress
VERSACE Runway S/S 2012 Stud & Leather Embellished Off-White Mini Dress

VERSACE Runway S/S 2012 Stud & Leather Embellished Off-White Mini Dress

By Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

Fabulous stud-embellished pleated mini dress from the Versace S/S 2012 runway collection

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2010s Italian Shift Dresses

FENDI FF Karligraphy off white monogram marble print midi dress IT42 M
FENDI FF Karligraphy off white monogram marble print midi dress IT42 M

FENDI FF Karligraphy off white monogram marble print midi dress IT42 M

By Fendi

Located in Hong Kong, NT

FENDI FF Karligraphy off white monogram marble print midi dress IT42 M Reference: KNLM/A00385 Brand: Fendi Collection: FF Karligraphy Material: Silk Color: Cream, Off White Pattern: ...

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2010s Italian Casual Dresses

MIU MIU 2019 yellow white gingham check ruffle off shoulder mini dress M
MIU MIU 2019 yellow white gingham check ruffle off shoulder mini dress M

MIU MIU 2019 yellow white gingham check ruffle off shoulder mini dress M

By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu

Located in Hong Kong, NT

MIU MIU 2019 yellow white gingham check ruffle off shoulder mini dress M Reference: TGAS/G00019 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: Spring/Summer 2019 Ready-to-Wear Ma...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mini Dresses

80s Zandra Rhodes off white silk dress with butterfly print
80s Zandra Rhodes off white silk dress with butterfly print

80s Zandra Rhodes off white silk dress with butterfly print

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage 80s Zandra Rhodes off white silk dress with butterfly print. Bust: 36'/ waist: 29"/ HIp: 34"/ length: 39

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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Off-white wool cocktail dress with top-stitched pleats and zip Chanel
Off-white wool cocktail dress with top-stitched pleats and zip Chanel

Off-white wool cocktail dress with top-stitched pleats and zip Chanel

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white wool cocktail dress with top-stitched pleats in the middle front and detachable sleeves. 100% branded silk lining.

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Off-white wedding dress with lace Circa 1960's
Off-white wedding dress with lace Circa 1960's

Off-white wedding dress with lace Circa 1960's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white wedding dress with lace. Zip closure on the middle back.

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1960s Wedding Dresses

Green and off-white silk asymmetrical evening dress Christian Dior
Green and off-white silk asymmetrical evening dress Christian Dior

Green and off-white silk asymmetrical evening dress Christian Dior

By Christian Dior

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Green and off-white silk asymmetrical evening dress. Raw silk on the bust , chiffon and crêpe silk in the bottom part.

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1970s French Evening Dresses

Issey Miyake Off White Pleated Concentric Square Organza Dress 2001
Issey Miyake Off White Pleated Concentric Square Organza Dress 2001

Issey Miyake Off White Pleated Concentric Square Organza Dress 2001

By Issey Miyake

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to present a vintage Issey Miyake white organza two-layer concentric square sculptural dress, featuring vertical and horizontal pleats, dramatic poin...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Off-white silk wedding dress with beadwork LORIS AZZARO
Off-white silk wedding dress with beadwork LORIS AZZARO

Off-white silk wedding dress with beadwork LORIS AZZARO

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white silk wedding dress with beadwork. Boned. Tulle lining.

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1970s French Wedding Dresses

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Off White Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of off white dresses for sale on 1stDibs. Our collection of off white dresses includes a variety of colors, spanning Gray, White, Black and more. 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 19th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Finding appealing off white dresses such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Valentino, Chanel and Prada each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are Off White Dresses?

On average, off white dresses on 1stDibs sell for $850, while they’re typically $171 on the low end and $15,500 for the highest priced versions of these items.

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Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

Questions About Off White Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    Many colors go with a white dress. As a neutral hue, white can coordinate with a wide range of colors. You can pair a white dress with accessories, shoes and bags in other neutrals like black and gray, pastels like pale pink and lavender, earth tones like brown and burnt orange, jewel tones like magenta and royal blue and metallics like copper and gold. Feel free to get creative when creating ensembles around your white dress. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of white dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best white dress shirts are the foundation to any stylish wardrobe. Many fashion houses have offered white dress shirts over the years. Find a range of white dress shirts and other vintage apparel today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    William Travilla designed Marilyn Monroe's white dress. The actress wore the now-iconic dress in the 1955 film The Seven Year Itch. A celebrated costume designer, Travilla also created dresses for seven other Monroe films, including How to Marry a Millionaire and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. In recognition of his work, the designer was nominated for several Academy and Emmy awards, and he won an Oscar for the costumes featured in the 1948 film Adventures of Don Juan. Explore a range of William Travilla apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between a dress and a cocktail dress is mainly the specificity of the term. A dress is any garment that has a bodice attached to a skirt. The term cocktail dress refers to a dress designed for events in the late afternoon and early evening. Many feature hemlines that fall between the knee and calf. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cocktail dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between a bodycon dress and a bandage dress is construction. A bodycon dress is any stretchy dress cut to hug the curves of the wearer. Bandage dresses are bodycon dresses that look as if they consist of strips of fabric sewn together. Find a range of bodycon dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Rayon is a fabric produced from regenerated cellulose fiber and is used to make dresses. It's made from cellulose, which is a semi-synthetic material. It has a comparable drape and softness like silk. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns from top fashion designers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    An A-line dress is a dress with a certain shape or cut. Specifically, dresses considered to be A-line styles fit closely along the bust and then gently flare outward for a flowier fit through the waist and hips all the way to the hem. The name of the style comes from the fact that A-line dresses show off a triangular shape similar to the letter A when hung on a hanger. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A mod dress is a style of dress that originated along with the mod subculture in London — a culture with roots in 1950s' bohemian-style coffee bars where jazz and blues were played on jukeboxes. Later, during the 1960s, mods were generally fashion-conscious teenagers living in London and south England who listened to these types of music as well as R&B. Mod dresses were among the garments worn by mods, and they were colorful and were embellished by interesting patterns and designs. Mod dresses were made with a short hem. A range of mod dresses by Mary Quant, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and others can be found on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A swing dress is a dress with an a-line shape that tends to flow as one moves. Swing dresses hit peak popularity in the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A couture dress is hand-sewn using the best materials and designed specifically for the wearer so that the piece is one-of-a-kind. Because these dresses use such high quality materials and take hundreds of hours to complete, they can be expensive. Find a variety of couture dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A wiggle dress is a dress that falls just below the knee and has a hemline that is narrower than your waist. It is a figure-hugging dress that might add some pep to your walk, resulting in a “wiggle” in your hip. Wiggle dresses came about in the 1950s. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns from top fashion boutiques around the world.
  • 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A dress ring is any ring that is not a wedding or an engagement ring. They can add charm to any formal or semi-formal outfit. Dress rings can be made of gold, silver, and more and can be studded with precious or semi-precious stones for added visual flair. Shop a collection of vintage and modern dress rings from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A dressing chair may refer to the stool or short seat that is intended to accompany a vanity table. Vanities been variously known as dressing tables or makeup tables over the years, but no matter what we call them — and whether it's a sophisticated contemporary piece or an iconic vintage Luigi Massoni vanity — vanities have offered a special place for us to get ready for work, an early-morning appointment or lunch date or whatever lies ahead. Find your vintage dressing chair or vanity table on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A dupioni dress is a dress made of a type of silk fabric called dupioni. It is very popular in bridal wear and in other formal wear. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer dupioni dresses and home décor from top designers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A dress clip is a type of pin that typically accents a piece of clothing and can be styled on either the shirt collar of a jacket or the straps of a dress. Dress clips were originally worn in pairs, but today, a dress clip can also be worn as a brooch. Shop a range of vintage dress clips from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A column dress is a slim-fit dress — this garment will feature a straight cut and will fit your body very closely. Column dresses are a timeless, classic style and are ideal for formal evening engagements or just a night out on the town. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer column dresses from top fashion boutiques around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A peplum on a dress is a pleated, short and gathered fabric strip or frill of cloth, which is attached at the waist of the dress. Peplum dresses are considered very trendy and fashionable. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer peplum dresses from top fashion boutiques around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A ruched dress uses a specific pleating or gathering of the dress material which results in a slimming effect. The ruched style is also used as a means of decoration.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    A bodycon dress is a dress designed to accentuate the curves of the body. Most bodycon dresses feature stretchy material that allows for a form-fitting effect. The name “bodycon” comes from the term "body conscious," referring to the fact that the cut of the dress makes you conscious of the wearer's curves. Shop a collection of bodycon dresses on 1stDibs.

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You Saw It at the Met Ball. Here’s What Camp Fashion Is Really About

This year's Costume Institute exhibition is all about embracing the eccentric.

The V&A Takes a Fresh Look at the New Look’s Pioneering Progenitor, Christian Dior

Ballrooms, Bar Suits and British royals — in a sweeping exhibition, the London museum looks back on 70 years of the French fashion house, as well as its illustrious founder and his fondness for the United Kingdom.