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Strikingly Sculptural Geoffrey Beene Satin and Velvet Dress
Strikingly Sculptural Geoffrey Beene Satin and Velvet Dress

Strikingly Sculptural Geoffrey Beene Satin and Velvet Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

This striking dress from Geoffrey Beene is made in masterfully constructed black and fuchia satin

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s French Couture Silk Paisley and Gold Lame Maxi Dress
1970s French Couture Silk Paisley and Gold Lame Maxi Dress

1970s French Couture Silk Paisley and Gold Lame Maxi Dress

Located in London, GB

unique party dress. In superb vintage condition with no faults of any note. Our model noted this was a

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1970s French Maxi Dress

Emilio Pucci 2012 Pink Embellished Deco Cocktail Dress, NWT
Emilio Pucci 2012 Pink Embellished Deco Cocktail Dress, NWT

Emilio Pucci 2012 Pink Embellished Deco Cocktail Dress, NWT

By Emilio Pucci, Peter Dundas

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Emilio Pucci pink beaded party dress designed by Peter Dundas. This fabulous dress was seen on the

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Bob Mackie "Boutique" strapless sequins cocktail dress
Bob Mackie "Boutique" strapless sequins cocktail dress

Bob Mackie "Boutique" strapless sequins cocktail dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in New York, NY

parties and afterward, double as a disco party dress! Elegant, yet sexy, the dress is fully lined in black

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

1960s Saks 5th Avenue Black Baby Doll Dress
1960s Saks 5th Avenue Black Baby Doll Dress

1960s Saks 5th Avenue Black Baby Doll Dress

By Saks Fifth Avenue, For Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in London, GB

the waistband and is delightfully feminine with a wide set ruffled hem. This charming party dress is

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s Red Floral Rose Print Sleeveless Tulip Dress
Vintage 1950s Red Floral Rose Print Sleeveless Tulip Dress

Vintage 1950s Red Floral Rose Print Sleeveless Tulip Dress

Located in London, GB

This arresting 1950s tulip party dress in red floral taffeta is in very good to excellent vintage

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1950s American Summer Dresses

Susan Small English Mod Maxi Sweater Dress, 1970's
Susan Small English Mod Maxi Sweater Dress, 1970's

Susan Small English Mod Maxi Sweater Dress, 1970's

By Susan Small

Located in Atlanta, GA

with a reputation for party dress designs. By the 1970's, the label produced fashions with a nod to

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1970s English Maxi Dresses

Bespoke Swirling Thai Silk Tea Dress with Plaid Wrap, 1950s
Bespoke Swirling Thai Silk Tea Dress with Plaid Wrap, 1950s

Bespoke Swirling Thai Silk Tea Dress with Plaid Wrap, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

the waist for a completely different look. Sleeveless ballet length party dress with front and rear V

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1950s Thai Princess Cut Dresses

Prada Shimmering Blue Silk Paillette Plunge Back Dress, 2012
Prada Shimmering Blue Silk Paillette Plunge Back Dress, 2012

Prada Shimmering Blue Silk Paillette Plunge Back Dress, 2012

By Prada

Located in Boca Raton, FL

the dress. Needless to say, this dress is the perfect cocktail or party dress that is easy to wear and

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bill Tice Gold Lurex Plunge Neck Belted Maxi Dress, 1980s
Bill Tice Gold Lurex Plunge Neck Belted Maxi Dress, 1980s

Bill Tice Gold Lurex Plunge Neck Belted Maxi Dress, 1980s

By Bill Tice

Located in Boca Raton, FL

stunning dress is sure to make a splash as the perfect party dress option. This Bill Tice dress is also

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Marni Limited Edition  Ivory Silk Floral Applique   Ribbon Trim Dress
Marni Limited Edition  Ivory Silk Floral Applique   Ribbon Trim Dress

Marni Limited Edition Ivory Silk Floral Applique Ribbon Trim Dress

By Marni

Located in Boca Raton, FL

layer at the back or let it drape. Just in time for spring, this is a perfect garden party dress—or even

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

Patricia Lester Copper Brown Silk Fortuny Pleated Dress & Belt, 1980s
Patricia Lester Copper Brown Silk Fortuny Pleated Dress & Belt, 1980s

Patricia Lester Copper Brown Silk Fortuny Pleated Dress & Belt, 1980s

By Patricia Lester

Located in Boca Raton, FL

. It is the ultimate party dress with historic character. Size estimate: S/M Shoulders: 14 inches Bust

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1980s Welsh Evening Dresses and Gowns

Fendi Yellow Silk Sequins Tulle Dress + Petticoat Set Runway 2008
Fendi Yellow Silk Sequins Tulle Dress + Petticoat Set Runway 2008

Fendi Yellow Silk Sequins Tulle Dress + Petticoat Set Runway 2008

By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi

Located in Boca Raton, FL

speak to then creative director, Karl Lagerfeld’s, reimagination of art. This three-piece party dress is

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970's Estevez Green & White Floral Garden Party Maxi Dress
1970's Estevez Green & White Floral Garden Party Maxi Dress

1970's Estevez Green & White Floral Garden Party Maxi Dress

By Estevez

Located in Studio City, CA

A 1970's Estevez rayon chiffon green and white floral printed garden party maxi dress. The dress is

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Lovely Miu Miu Cotton Dress
Lovely Miu Miu Cotton Dress

Lovely Miu Miu Cotton Dress

By Miu Miu

Located in Port Hope, ON

a garden party or dress it up for dinner!

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere Cotton Floral Print Layered Summer Dress
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere Cotton Floral Print Layered Summer Dress

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere Cotton Floral Print Layered Summer Dress

By Balenciaga

Located in Studio City, CA

garden party. The dress has full skirt with peplum overlay and intricate hook and eye fasteners. There is

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21st Century and Contemporary French Day Dresses

Christian Lacroix Gold-Plated & Rhinestones Cuff Bracelet
Christian Lacroix Gold-Plated & Rhinestones Cuff Bracelet

Christian Lacroix Gold-Plated & Rhinestones Cuff Bracelet

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Geneva, CH

looks or party dresses alike. Dimensions : Width approx. 5 cm (2 inches) Opening width approx

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1990s French Rococo Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

1960s Estevez Cocktail Dress
1960s Estevez Cocktail Dress

1960s Estevez Cocktail Dress

Located in London, GB

Gorgeous cocktail dress by Grenelle Estevez and the perfect little black dress for the party season

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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Hawaiian 1970's Liberty House Barkcloth Tiki Cotton Dress
Hawaiian 1970's Liberty House Barkcloth Tiki Cotton Dress

Hawaiian 1970's Liberty House Barkcloth Tiki Cotton Dress

By LIBERTY HOUSE

Located in Atlanta, GA

flair. The easy style and tropical fabric are perfect for a beach getaway, pool party or summery

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Wonderful Vintage White Fringed Flapper Dress
Wonderful Vintage White Fringed Flapper Dress

Wonderful Vintage White Fringed Flapper Dress

Located in London, GB

A fun and flirty vintage white fringed evening dress, perfect for a party or wedding. The dress

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Gucci Flora Horsebit Slip On Kitten Heel Mules Sandals 6.5
Vintage Gucci Flora Horsebit Slip On Kitten Heel Mules Sandals 6.5

Vintage Gucci Flora Horsebit Slip On Kitten Heel Mules Sandals 6.5

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

, gucci, luxury, lux, authentic, real, party, dress, dressy, city, cocktail, formal, wedding, shower, baby

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Early 2000s Shoes

S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Red Chinoiserie Cheongsam Cap Sleeve Dress Backless
S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Red Chinoiserie Cheongsam Cap Sleeve Dress Backless

S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Red Chinoiserie Cheongsam Cap Sleeve Dress Backless

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in West Hollywood, CA

chinoiserie pattern dress to party with Roberto Cavalli in April 2003. A similar dress in the same pattern can

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Early 2000s Italian Casual Dresses

1950s Couture Dior Style Gold Strapless Dress
1950s Couture Dior Style Gold Strapless Dress

1950s Couture Dior Style Gold Strapless Dress

Located in London, GB

lining with its own original petticoat included and a side zip fastening. A fabulous dress for any party

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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Red Crushed Velvet Dress
Vintage Red Crushed Velvet Dress

Vintage Red Crushed Velvet Dress

Located in London, GB

A great dress for the party season. The dress has a scoop neckline, button front opening and self

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1970s British Cocktail Dresses

Thierry mugler sleeveless blue & white dress
Thierry mugler sleeveless blue & white dress

Thierry mugler sleeveless blue & white dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Thierry Mugler edgy party sleeveless dress, color blue & white. Size france 40 but fits like a eu

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Late 20th Century French Cocktail Dresses

"High Heels"

"High Heels"

By Pauline "Polly" Bushong

Located in Southampton, NY

for attending parties dressed as a mysterious character Cora Pratt, in outlandish wigs and buck teeth

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1970s Mixed Media

Materials

Mixed Media

1930s Black Flat Sequin Bolero Jacket
1930s Black Flat Sequin Bolero Jacket

1930s Black Flat Sequin Bolero Jacket

Located in London, GB

really nice piece to go over a party dress or top. The sequins are sewn in a bold chevron shape across

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1930s Bolero Jackets

Y2K Emanuel Ungaro Yellow Floral Print Slip Dress
Y2K Emanuel Ungaro Yellow Floral Print Slip Dress

Y2K Emanuel Ungaro Yellow Floral Print Slip Dress

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in London, GB

and trimmed with rose pink lace, it brings Valli’s telltale romance to this party-ready Ungaro dress

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Jeweled Feather Evening Dress  New!
Oscar de la Renta Jeweled Feather Evening Dress  New!

Oscar de la Renta Jeweled Feather Evening Dress New!

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Oscar de la Renta's ready-to-party holiday dress. Offered brand new featuring genuine ostrich

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

CHANEL Spring/Summer 2018 Iridescent White Sequin Mini Dress
CHANEL Spring/Summer 2018 Iridescent White Sequin Mini Dress

CHANEL Spring/Summer 2018 Iridescent White Sequin Mini Dress

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

A luminous piece from Chanel’s Spring/Summer 2018 (18P) collection, this s party-perfect mini dress

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

1980's Escada Black Velvet Gold Jacket and Dress Set
1980's Escada Black Velvet Gold Jacket and Dress Set

1980's Escada Black Velvet Gold Jacket and Dress Set

By Escada Margaretha Ley, Escada

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Rare Escada by Margaretha Ley gold/velvet/black/pink/rhinestones ladies evening/party jacket and

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20th Century German Shift Cocktail Dresses

Vintage GALANOS Black and Creme Beaded Gown with Sheer Bodice
Vintage GALANOS Black and Creme Beaded Gown with Sheer Bodice

Vintage GALANOS Black and Creme Beaded Gown with Sheer Bodice

By Galanos

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

. Perfect for wedding dress or Cocktail party. Size: 2 It’s Best to fit size 2 US . Measurement: Bust: 32

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Vintage 1930s Red and White Voile Gown
Vintage 1930s Red and White Voile Gown

Vintage 1930s Red and White Voile Gown

Located in London, GB

A stunning gown for a Summer party. This 1930s dress is in a red and white voile . It has a v

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1930s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Bruce Arnold Red Sequin and Beaded Gown
1960s Bruce Arnold Red Sequin and Beaded Gown

1960s Bruce Arnold Red Sequin and Beaded Gown

By BRUCE ARNOLD

Located in London, GB

closure. The inside of the dress is lined with soft pink silk, making it gentle on the skin and

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1960s Hong Kong Evening Dresses

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Party Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of party dresses for sale on 1stDibs. For party dresses, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Gray, Brown, Beige and more in stock now. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Party dresses such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Ceil Chapman, Oscar De La Renta and Dolce & Gabbana are consistently popular. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much are Party Dresses?

On average, party dresses on 1stDibs sell for $553, while they’re typically $72 on the low end and $12,700 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

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 Party Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    There are a few options for how you should dress for a ’70s party. You can go for the hippie look with dramatic bell-bottoms, fringed jackets and vests and embroidered blouses, or try a sporty look by pairing a vintage tee with high-waisted, button-fly flared jeans and clogs or platform shoes. For a straight-from-the-disco aesthetic, look for surplice and halter dresses decked out in sequins. Men can make a 1970s-inspired statement with a leisure suit or bell-bottoms matched with a turtleneck. Aviator sunglasses are great accessories for both men and women. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of 1970s apparel and accessories.

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