1970’s Ossie Clark Blue Chiffon Floral Dress With Ceila Birtwell Print
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, GB
Floaty summer dress from iconic British designer Ossie Clark, for his Radley line. This early to mid 1970’s piece features a pretty floral print in two layers of navy chiffon in a re...
1972 OSSIE CLARK black chiffon tiered evening dress with capelet
By Ossie Clark for Radley, Ossie Clark
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning, Ossie Clark black chiffon evening dress dating to 1972.
Ossie Clark chiffon summer dress with print by Celia Birtwell, c. 1970s
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, GB
Ossie Clark for Radley chiffon summer dress from the 1970s.
Ossie Clark black chiffon tiered evening dress with capelet, circa 1972
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, GB
Ossie Clark black evening dress constructed in chiffon crepe with satin lining, circa 1972.
1970’s Ossie Clark Blue Chiffon Floral Dress With Ceila Birtwell Print
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, GB
A stunning floaty summer dress from iconic British designer Ossie Clark. This classic 1970’s piece features a pretty floral print on layers of navy chiffon.
Ossie Clark pink silk chiffon maxi dress with Celia Birtwell print, ss 1976
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, GB
▪ Ossie Clark pink silk chiffon maxi dress ▪ Georges Seurat inspired print by Celia Birtwell ▪ Red, blue and green with pink ground ▪ String cleavage fastening ▪ Criss-cross string ...
Ossie Clark for Radley 1970s chiffon tea dress with Celia Birtwell print
By Ossie Clark, Radley
Located in London, GB
Ossie Clark for Radley 1970s chiffon tea dress with Celia Birtwell print - drawstring fastening on the collar - capped sleeve with ruffles - rayon lining - 15 button closure
1970s Ossie Clark Chiffon Floral Dress With Celia Birtwell Print
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, GB
A rare 1970s Ossie Clark maxi dress with semi sheer sleeves and floral print by Celia Birtwell.
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Size: Small (Adjustable waist)
Ossie Clark chiffon mid-length dress with Celia Birtwell print, circa 1972
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, GB
Ossie Clark mid-length dress constructed in a Celia Birtwell printed chiffon.
Rare Ossie Clark chiffon dress with floral print by Celia Birtwell c.1977
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, GB
An Ossie Clark for Radley floral printed chiffon dress, circa 1977, labelled and size 10, smock-style bodice with deep yoke, fabric printed buttons and waist ties, the black ground ...
Ossie Clark extraordinary chiffon dress with Celia Birtwell print, c. 1968 - 69
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare and highly sought after Ossie Clark chiffon evening gown, circa 1968-69.
Ossie Clark cotton and silk chiffon 3 piece ensemble, c. 1969
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, GB
- High waisted full skirt - Chiffon pleated blouse with open back - Swing coat with fabric button closures and billowing bishop sleeves - Print by Celia Birtwell c. 1969
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Size: Approx. 36-38
Ossie Clark 'Soviet Rose' chiffon dress with Celia Birtwell print, circa 1972
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, GB
Exquisite Ossie Clark 'Soviet Rose' chiffon gown, circa 1972.
Ossie Clark Zebra Print Layered Chiffon Kaftan
By Ossie Clark
Located in US
Vintage 1960s Ossie Clark hooded layered silk chiffon kaftan. One size.
1980's Ossie Clark Purple Velvet Burnout Chiffon Dress
By Ossie Clark
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1980's Ossie Clark purple velvet burnout chiffon dress.
1973 Ossie Clark Documented Colorful Floral Celia Birtwell Print Chiffon Dress
By Ossie Clark
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ossie Clark vintage clothing is rare, unique and highly collectible.
Vintage 1971 Ossie Clark Documented Celia Birtwell Print Silk Chiffon Wrap Dress
By Ossie Clark
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Extremely rare Ossie Clark designer well-documented silk chiffon dress dating back to his 1971 collection.
1973 Ossie Clark Couture Celia Birtwell Floral Print Tiered Silk Chiffon Dress
By Ossie Clark
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking 1973 Ossie Clark Couture creation in the most gorgeous Celia Birtwell floral prints.
1973 Ossie Clark Couture Celia Birtwell Floral Print Tiered Silk Chiffon Dress
By Ossie Clark
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking 1973 Ossie Clark Couture documented creation in the most gorgeous Celia Birtwell floral prints.
1970's Ossie Clark Crepe & Chiffon Celia Birtwell Print Cut-Out Dress
By Ossie Clark
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ossie Clark vintage clothing is rare, unique and highly collectible.
1970 Ossie Clark Burgundy & Ivory Silk Chiffon Sculpted Bias-Cut Pleated Dress
By Ossie Clark
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
English fashion designer, Raymond “Ossie” Clark, was a leading light in the London “swinging sixties” fashion era and is now renowned for his romantic flowing dresses. Ossie Clark vi...
1970 Ossie Clark Black & Red Celia Birtwell Print Chiffon Tiered Bias-Cut Dress
By Ossie Clark
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Extremely rare Ossie Clark for Radley pineapple deco floral print crepe-chiffon dress dating back to 1970.
Ossie Clark 1970 Ziggy Stardust Dress w/ Celia Birtwell Silk Florals
By Ossie Clark
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Truly lovely and coveted ca. 1970 Ossie Clark silk chiffon "Ziggy Stardust" dress.
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Size: FR 40 - UK 12 - IT 44
Ossie Clark green silk screen printed off the shoulder dress, ca. 1976
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, London
Ossie Clark Green silk screen printed chiffon off-the shoulder dress with drawstring fastenings and silk lining Spring-Summer 1976
1970s Ossie Clark Chiffon Dress with Celia Birtwell Floral Print
By Ossie Clark
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
An absolutely incredible vintage dress from the 70s by one of the best and most collectible designers of the 20th Century, Ossie Clark. In a stunning diaphanous black chiffon with an...
1970 Ossie Clark Documented Milky Way Celia Birtwell Print Chiffon Wrap Dress
By Ossie Clark
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
English fashion designer, Raymond Ossie Clark, was a leading light in the London "swinging sixties" fashion era and is now renowned for his romantic flowing dresses. Ossie Clark vint...
1970s Ossie Clark for Radley Black Crepe & Chiffon Dress
By Ossie Clark, Radley
Located in Rockwood, ON
It is meant to be worn with nothing underneath as Ossie Clark designed all of his dresses to be worn.
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Size: UK 8 - FR 36 - SMALL
Ossie Clark silk off the shoulder dress with Celia Birtwell print c. 1970
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, London
Ossie Clark; Silk chiffon full length dress with off-the-shoulder drawstring fastening and Celia Birtwell leaf print in red, black and white.
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Backless Violet Silk Charmeuse Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning Alexander McQueen Purple violet silk charmeuse gown with interesting sleeves and exposed bare back. Slightly cowl neck. strap can be removed. Dress zip from the side. Size M...
$14,472
Size: FR38 - UK10
John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Crafted from crimson crepe-back satin, with alternating panels that highlight both the satin sheen and crepe texture ▪ D...
Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top would be an exciting addition to any wardrobe, especially for someone who enjoys pieces that combine boldness, sophistication, and art...
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Hand-Beaded Silk Embellished Evening Gown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
wedding / bridal / bride Les Habitudes Couture Vintage 1990's Entirely hand-made in England 100% silk Size Medium but fits like a XS/S Excellent Condition, no flaws Measurements in i...
Loris Azzaro Paris Couture Circa 1973 Vintage Draped Bodice Red Chiffon Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Spectacular Vintage 1973 Loris Azzaro Paris Couture Documented Evening Dress An exquisite piece of fashion history, this 1973 Loris Azzaro Couture or Runway sample evening dress is ...
1991 AZZEDINE ALAIA black bustier corset RUNWAY top
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
For sale is this 1991 Azzedine Alaia runway bustier top is cut in a classic corset shape, designed to closely sculpt the body. Made in black stretch knit, it has a structured feel wi...
Sensational 1990s Bill Blass Couture Nude Silk Chiffon Paisley Vintage 90s Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage late 90s BILL BLASS couture nude silk chiffon paisley print full length evening dress with dramatic train! This is an original sample, and is incredibly well made...
Vintage 1990 MARTIN MARGIELA grey runway peacoat with cigarette shoulders
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare early Martin Margiela charcoal-grey wool peacoat dating to Fall 1990, as seen on the runway. The coat is cut with narrow “cigarette” sleeves and shaped through curved anato...
$585
Size: Small / Medium
Vintage Moschino 1990s Neon Green Flower Printed 90s Two Piece String Bikini
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy new vintage MOSCHINO bright neon green 90s swimsuit ! Features colorful flowers printed in pink, fuchsia, yellow, and purple. Ties at each side of the waist, and at front bust. ...
Hervé Leger Couture Cerulean Blue Bandage Dress, c. 1998
By Herve Léger
Located in Geneva, CH
This couture royal blue (or cerulean blue) zip-front tailored bandage dress (c. 1998) is a signature from the designer Hervé Leger. Each strip is hand-stitched for a form-fitting/fig...
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
Gianni Versace Couture 90s Metallic Mesh Silver Top It. 38
By Gianni Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Gianni Versace Couture Iconic from 90's Metallic Mesh Italian size 38 Silver-tone Metallic Mesh This top has a matching draping metal scarf that is permanently attached around the ne...
2017 Celine By Phoebe Philo floral jumpsuit dress
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in San Fransisco, CA
A floral printed jumpsuit by Phoebe Philo for Celine, from the resort 2017 collection. It was made with a softly fitted bodice that’s shaped through gentle ruching at the front, lead...
$24,232
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
John Galliano Burgundy Bias Cut Damask Dress & Shawl with Fringe, SS 1999
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
This John Galliano evening ensemble from the Spring-Summer 1999 collection comprises a bias-cut floor-length dress with matching shawl, executed in deep burgundy damask with tonal fl...
Beautiful 1970s Current Size 8 / 10 Teal Blue Aqua Silk Chiffon Couture 70s Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful mid 1970s teal green / blue aqua silk chiffon demi couture maxi dress / gown ! Words cannot even begin to convey the level of workmanship on this beauty. Sleeveless bodice,...
It’s hardly an exaggeration to say that neither the Swinging Sixties nor the hippie looks of the 1970s would have been what they were if not for Ossie Clark, who popularized the flamboyant fashion synonymous with the eras.
Born Raymond Clark in 1942, the designer moved as a boy to Oswaldtwistle, the source of his lifelong nickname. Clark began studies in architecture at just 13, a foundation that instilled in him the lessons of proportion and scale that would inform his day dresses, suits and other unique clothing decades later.
After learning tailoring, pattern cutting and more important technical skills at the Regional College of Art in Manchester (now the Manchester School of Art), Clark attended London’s prestigious Royal College of Art. There, he began a lifelong friendship with the artist David Hockney, who would eventually paint a portrait of Clark and his wife and partner, Celia Birtwell, also a designer.
Clark’s graduation show in 1964, featuring at least one garment decorated with a line of light bulbs, made instant waves in the fashion world, foreshadowing the career he would have as a boundary-pushing creative. He landed his first feature in British Vogue just months later and was a veritable instant addition to the London fashion scene. While he was still a student, Clark’s designs were being sold in the famous London boutique Quorum, and Henri Bendel had brought his collection to New York. His fashions soon became inextricably linked with the famous “Chelsea Girls” of the decade.
Clark’s clothing ran the gamut from free-flowing garments in muted hues to graphic patterns in bold colors informed by a fascination with Pop art and flora. He collaborated with Birtwell for most of his career, incorporating her dynamic Art Deco–inspired prints in his work before the couple parted in the 1970s. Clark favored crepes and chiffons and paid close attention to small details, often eschewing simple zippers in favor of, say, fabric-covered buttons. At the end of the 1960s, Clark adjusted hemlines to the maxi length and introduced a line of chiffon dresses intended to be worn over a nude body.
Clark’s penchant for flowing pants, bell sleeves and fringe is largely regarded as popularizing the archetype of 1970s fashion in London and the United States — influence bolstered, no doubt, by his dressing such A-list clients as Mick Jagger, Liza Minelli and The Beatles. A gifted draper, he was known for his uniquely flattering fits. As footwear icon Manolo Blahnik once said, “He created an incredible magic with the body and achieved what fashion should do — produce desire.”
Find vintage Ossie Clark evening dresses, blouses, day dresses and more on 1stDibs.
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.