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2000s Dolce & Gabbana Black Stretch Denim Bodycon Pin-Up Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful dark denim bodycon Dolce and Gabbana pin-up dress. From the late 90s / early
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

2000s Dolce & Gabbana Black Bodycon Sleeveless Fruit Print Pin-up Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This knee-length Dolce & Gabbana dress, crafted from luxurious satin, bursts with vibrancy with its
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

John Galliano Black Double Breasted Diva Pin Up Dress Coat Runway 1995
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
John Galliano Black Moiré Showpiece Double Breasted Dress Coat SS 1995 Galliano's inspiration for
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1993 Dolce & Gabbana Runway Logo Snap Black Bodycon Pin-Up Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black maxi dress designed by Dolce & Gabbana. From Spring/Summer 1993 collection this
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Cheetah Print Silk Sleeveless Bodycon Pin-Up Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful mid-length cheetah print Dolce and Gabbana dress. From the Spring/Summer
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Floral Brown Silk Bustier Strap Pin-Up Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning silk satin floral Dolce & Gabbana hourglass shape dress from their Spring
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

F/W 1991 Dolce & Gabbana Runway Black Mock Neck Crossover Bodycon Pin-Up Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible black crossover Dolce and Gabbana bodycon dress. From the Fall/Winter 1991
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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 . Vintage condition
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1950s Casual Dresses

Joan Barrie Red & White Pin Up Style Halter Dress, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Get that all American pin-up girl look with a 1950's Joan Barrie halter dress in a red and white
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1950s American Casual Dresses

Early 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Pin-Up Satin Bustier Corset Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible black satin Dolce and Gabbana dress. From the early 1990s, this stunning
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

2000s Dolce & Gabbana Black Sequin Bra Strap Pin-Up Satin Trim Bodycon Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A fabulous black sequin Dolce & Gabbana mini dress from the early 2000s. This stunning, form
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier Pirate Tattoo Pin Up Sailor Marine Butterfly Mesh Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in PARIS, FR
Pirate tattoo mesh dress by Jean Paul Gaultier! Tattoos from all around the world! From the
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

1991 Dolce & Gabbana High Waist Corset Skirt Lace Top " pin up collection "
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Austin, TX
F/W 1991 Dolce & Gabbana 'Pin-up' collection High Waist Corset Skirt Lace Bra Top Condition
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

S/S 1995 John Galliano Runway Pin-Up Black Dress Houndstooth Blazer Set
By John Galliano
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous John Galliano black dress jacket set. From the Spring/Summer 1995 collection
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

1990's Gianni Versace Pin Stripe long sleeve body con Mini Dress
By Versace Jeans Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
Stunning 1990's Versace Jeans Couture fitted, long sleeved mini dress. Made from stretchy, pin
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20th Century Italian Mini Dresses

Vintage 2000s Y2K Ema Savahl Animal Leopard Print Lace Up Mini Dress Flowers
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage 2000s Y2K Ema Savahl Dress (shown pinned to mannequin) Abstract leopard animal print mesh
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2010s Mini Dresses

Dolce + Gabbana Black Stretch Silk Corset Lace Up Bustier Dress Gold 2019
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Denver, CO
Gorgeous 2019 Dolce + Gabbana corset style dress (shown pinned to mannequin) Black silk + elastane
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2010s Evening Dresses

Vintage Hanae Mori Polka Dot / Pin Dot Silk Wrap Dress
By Hanae Mori
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Hanae Mori dress!!! 100% lined silk. Inside hook-and-eye closures. Great for the
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1990s Japanese Cocktail Dresses

1970s Robert Janan Grey Novelty Print Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
This 1970s Robert Janan novelty print dress is made from a soft jersey acrylic material in an ultra
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1970s American Maxi Dress

Seraphina London Bue Floral Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty and practical dress for Spring by Seraphina of London. The dress is in a light weight
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2010s Day Dresses

Vintage 2004 Roberto Cavalli Patchwork Baroque Animal Leopard Silk Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
2004 Roberto Cavalli Dress (shown pinned) Silk maxi length dress Patchwork baroque, snake, python
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Early 2000s Maxi Dress

Pauline Trigere 1960s Dress and Hood
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Water Mill, NY
A blue wool jersey dress with a matching hood from Pauline Trigere. The dress has a simple crew
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1960s American Day Dresses

Azzaro strapless baby pink ruffle frill crystal button sweetheart mini dress
By Loris Azzaro Paris
Located in Paris, FR
LOVE LALI Vintage Azzaro baby pink wool strapless mini dress with ruffled frill trim Crystal
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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Mini Dress

Vintage 2000s Roberto Cavalli Just Cavalli Bustier Zebra Animal Print Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Fabulous Y2K Vintage Just Cavalli by Roberto Cavalli Dress (shown pinned) Dramatic black + white
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2010s Maxi Dress

Vintage F/W 2006 Roberto Cavalli Black Silk Floral Pheasant Strapless Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Stunning F/W 2006 Roberto Cavalli Dress with original tags (pinned to mannequin) Black silk
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Early 2000s Maxi Dress

Temperley London Black Floral Embroidered Dress Size L
By Temperley London
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Hardly any visible wear to dress is evident on this used Somerset by Alice
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21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses

1990s Byron Lars Size 4 / 6 Dark Green Pin Striped Avant Garde Vintage 90s Dress
By Byron Lars
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde BYRON LARS dark green pin stripe blazer mini dress ! Buttons up the front. Lightweight
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

NWT 2006 Vintage Gucci Wrap Effect Black Dress Open Back and Bamboo Pin 38 US 2
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
2006 Vintage Gucci Black Dress with Wrap Effect and Bamboo Pin S/S 2006 Collection Italian size 38
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

1920s Yellow Chiffon Floral Dress
Located in London, GB
condition of this dress is excellent, it is not perfect. There is a small spattering of pin head size holes
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1920s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

1970s Christian Dior Red Checked Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
. The dress is a classic front-fastening shirtwaister design with wide lapel collar and three buttons
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1970s British Casual Dresses

1910s White Cotton Muslin Tea Dress
Located in London, GB
This is a very fine handmade Edwardian to early 1910s cotton white cotton mousseline tea dress. It
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1910s British Aesthetic Day Dresses

Fendi 365 Black and White Checked Day Dress with hidden skirt, 1980's
By Fendi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black and white checked day dress by Fendi 365, from the 1980's. The dress signature
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1980s Italian Day Dresses

1980s "California Girl" Geometric Print Dress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful 1980's “California Girl” Geometric Print Dress. Black and white triangle print. Pin-tuck
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1980s American Casual Dresses

1970s Rodemex Mexican White Cotton Wedding Dress
Located in London, GB
trim features between the alternate plain and pin-tucked tiers of the dress, the hemline and sweep
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1970s Mexican Wedding Dresses

2000s Thierry Mugler Couture Navy Cotton Chevron Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in London, GB
This form-fitting, Y2K sleeveless dress was made in France by Thierry Mugler circa 2000-2001 and is
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Early 2000s French Sheath Dresses

1960s California Olive Green Chiffon Beaded Dress with Train
Located in London, GB
is entirely lost in the folds on the front of the dress and there are a few tiny pin head holes in
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche striped corset lace dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
catwalk was flooded with lace-ups, latex, high splits with safety pins: bondage was all over the place. A
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1990s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

Moschino Pin-Tuck Gown With Built-in Shawl
By Moschino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
bodice with raffia buttons up the front. Pin-tuck style stitching all around the waist makes for a super
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Ball Gowns

Gianni Versace Betty Boop Pop Art Rolls Royce Cartoon Kourtney Kardashian Dress
By Versace Jeans Couture
Located in PARIS, FR
Giannia Versace Betty Boop Pop Art Rolls Royce Cartoon Kourtney Kardashian Dress Versace Jeans
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1990s Italian Mini Dresses

Vintage Art Deco black velvet dress, c1930s
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous, vampy vintage 1930s Art Deco black velvet dress. The dress has a very short cut out
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Early 20th Century British Evening Dresses

Vintage 1970 Courreges Hyperbole Orange Wool Space-Age Sleeveless Mod Mini Dress
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vibrant and rare-to-find bright orange André Courrèges dress dating back to the early 1970's
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1970s French Mini Dresses

Gianni Versace Versus Couture Pop Art Travel Hotel Betty Boop Asia Stamp Dress
By Versace Jeans Couture, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in PARIS, FR
Sexy Medusa Pin up Marilyn Monroe Dress Super vintage travel pattern dress by Gianni Versace`s Versus
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1990s Italian Mini Dresses

ZIMMERMANN 2022 Runway Postcard orange floral linen seashell belt dress AUS0 XS
By Zimmermann
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ZIMMERMANN 2022 Runway Postcard orange floral linen seashell belt dress AUS0 XS Reference: AAWC
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Casual Dresses

Vintage S/S 2000 Y2K Roberto Cavalli Red + Purple Floral Print Halter Midi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
S/S 2000 Roberto Cavalli Dress (shown pinned on mannequin) Bold red mesh fabric with oversized
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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta S/S08 bridal ivory strapless vintage ruffle wedding dress gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Paris, FR
" high heels, so on someone shorter this dress would beautifully sweep the floor and have far more of a
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Early 2000s North American Wedding Dresses

1970s Documented Jean Varon Black Spider Cobweb Dress
By Jean Varon
Located in London, GB
Fine and rare Jean Varon spider cobweb dress which can be dated to the designer's 1973 collection
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1970s British Evening Dresses

1920s Black Georgette Flapper Dress
Located in London, GB
neatly echoed on the cuff sleeves too. The dress has a low waist that also boasts horizontal rows of pin
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1920s American Cocktail Dresses

1920s White Embroidered Cotton Tea Dress
Located in London, GB
This exquisite antique 1920s hand embroidered cotton whitework tea dress is in absolutely
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1920s British Wedding Dresses

Louis Féraud vintage 1970s white jersey bleu ribbon trimmed maxi dress + belts
By Louis Feraud Paris
Located in Antwerp, BE
Step into sophistication with this beautiful Louis Féraud vintage 1970s dress, still with tags
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Black Chantilly Lace Peplum Cocktail Dress With Pleated Satin Sash
Located in London, GB
This enchanting 1950s black chantilly lace cocktail dress is unlabelled and we believe it to be
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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 2002 Escada Hand Beaded Sequin Floral Maxi Dress Gown Black Pink Flowers
By Escada
Located in Denver, CO
Stunning 2002 Escada dress gown (shown pinned in front picture) Black silk fabric covered in hand
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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Ralph Lauren champagne bias cut backless silk slip style backless gown dress
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Paris, FR
32" bust and the dress is not pinned - so it will certainly work for different sizes Hip 36" with
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2010s Central American Evening Dresses

Vintage Hardy Amies teal blue silk taffeta two piece dress, Jacket, Evening gown
By Hardy Amies
Located in NEWARK, GB
An incredible vintage two piece dress by Hardy Amies. Made in a vibrant slightly two tone blue
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Late 20th Century British Evening Gowns

Vintage Early 1940's Crimson Red Satin Evening Dress UK 10-12 US 6-8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This breathtaking early 1940's crimson satin dress, rendered in a full circle cut and tailored to
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1940s Evening Dresses

F/W 2013 LOOK #49 VERSACE RED SSTUDDED VINYL and SPIKES JERSEY DRESS 38 - 2
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Actual runway sample Fall/Winter 2013 Look 3 49 Cara Delevingne wore this dress during
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Vintage 1950's Lilac Watersilk Floral Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
left hand sleeve. A pin sized age mark to the back centre of the dress along the hemline. A scattering
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Spectacular Fred Hayman BH Rushed Silk Print Cocktail Party Dress Size 6
By Fred Hayman, Fred Hayman Beverly Hills
Located in Palm Springs, CA
accent pins. It is an understatement to say this is a unique and spectacular dress. That is truly a work
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1990s Korean Cocktail Dresses

1950s Suzy Perette Black Silk Chiffon Nude Illusion Couture Vintage 50s Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 1950s SUZY PERETTE black silk chiffon nude illusion couture tiered cocktail dress
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1969 Nina Ricci Couture Documented Rainbow Block-Color Velvet Maxi Dress
By Nina Ricci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
of Maison Ricci, seeking debutante dresses, party frocks and wedding trousseaus distinguished by fine
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1960s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage 1950's Lilli Diamond Silver Lamé Beaded Strapless Dress and Swing Jacket
By Lilli Diamond
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A seductive and highly stylized 1950's sparkling silver lamé dress ensemble by the famous Lilli
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1950s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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Pin Up Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary pin up dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have gray, beige, red and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for a pin up dress may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Dolce & Gabbana, Christian Dior and Peggy Hunt are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Pin Up Dress?

The price for a pin up dress starts at $150 and tops out at $49,241, and on average, selling for $1,363.

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From museum-worthy vintage Oscar de la Renta evening dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing available 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 Galliano and Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino 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 Chanel remain classic for haute couture advocates and beyond. By exploring the vast array of vintage collections on these pages, you can transform your closet into a retreat that is as retro as it is royal. 

Velvet cocktail dresses and silk evening gowns designed by French-born American couturiere Pauline Trigère — who dressed Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor — have proven timeless since their mid-century debut, while an overcoat by Alexander McQueen is the perfect finishing touch. In fact, an emerald one stays in rotation for Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge.

Those seeking modern high-fashion brands are also in luck. Turn your day-to-day into a runway with selections from Dolce & Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace or complete that fresh look with stunning footwear classics from the likes of Gucci and Christian Louboutin. The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. 

Build your collection of covetable and iconic vintage garments by shopping on 1stDibs. No matter where you roam, our diverse apparel and accessories will keep you covered in the hottest styles and comfiest black hoodie imaginable.

Questions About Pin Up Dress
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    The original safety pin dress was a Versace creation famously worn by actress Elizabeth Hurley in 1994. Since then, Versace has made many other designs featuring safety pins. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Versace safety pin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques.
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    Elizabeth Hurley’s famed 1994 safety pin dress, which the actress wore to the premiere of Four Weddings and a Funeral, was designed by Versace. The dress was made with revealing slits in the sides that were held together with oversized gold safety pins. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and contemporary Versace pieces from top sellers worldwide.
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    A circle pin is a classic piece of jewelry that was popular in the 1950’s and 60’s, often fashioned to a cardigan or blouse. Circle pins were known to have different meanings depending on where they were worn and the style of the pin. Some pin styles and placements conveyed one’s undying love for another. Shop circle pins on 1stDibs.
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    A flower pin is a decorative piece of ornament that is usually worn on a suit. It is positioned on the left lapel. A flower pin is attached to the garment either by sliding it into a slot on the lapel or with a metal wire secured to the back of the pin. Shop for a range of antique and vintage flower pins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Yes, a brooch is a pin. A pin is the general term for an accessory designed to slide through fabric and stay in place with the help of a fastener. A brooch is the term for a decorative pin. The word pin can also refer to a functional accessory that has no decorative embellishments. As a result, not all pins are brooches, but all brooches are pins. Explore a diverse assortment of brooches on 1stDibs.
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    Brooch pins are beautiful pieces of jewelry with a sharpened metal wire on the reverse that adheres to garments. Traditionally, people wore pins and brooches on clothing such as skirts, sweaters, jackets, shirts, and hats. Brooches were used to hold garments together in the past. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage brooch pins.
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    It's not uncommon for people to wear jewelry that represents their loved ones. Wearing a mourning pin shows an emotional connection with someone who has passed away and can help you grieve in a way that feels appropriate and respectful.
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    Twist pin is a corkscrew shaped pin that can be used for a variety of household purposes such as to keep slipcovers and arm covers in place, secure mattresses and attaching sheets and blankets to the mattress. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique twist pins.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What a safety pin symbolizes is largely a matter of personal opinion. In recent years, the pin has come to symbolize support for the rights of marginalized people. Historically, people associated safety pins with babies and motherhood because of the pins used to hold cloth diapers in place. Shop a collection of safety pin jewelry on 1stDibs.
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    A hat pin is a pin that can be used to secure your hat to your head. It is usually done so through the hair. They are often 6 to 8 inches long and have a decorative head.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Brooch pins are usually called brooches or pins. The practice of wearing pins dates back to the Bronze Age. At the time, people referred to a pin as a fibula. Its purpose was to fasten clothing. Shop a range of brooch pins on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Fancy pins can also be called lapel pins or enamel pins. The metal is molded in an ornate design, and soft enamel is added, sometimes by hand, to create the desired look. You’ll find a variety of lapel pins and enamel pins from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Juggling pins are called clubs by jugglers themselves, and can be called pins or batons by the layman. Juggling dates back to nearly 2000 BC, with evidence of forms of juggling being found in Egypt, the Pacific Islands and even in the Aztec Empire-era in Mexico. Find an assortment of clubs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    A tie pin can go by various names including tie clip, tie slide, tie bar, or tie clasp. No matter what you call it, the purpose is the same—it attaches the tie to the shirt front, preventing it from moving around and keeping the wearer’s look sleek and smooth. Shop a collection of vintage and new tie pins from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    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.
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    The main difference between pins and brooches is style. Both items slide through fabrics and secure in the back with some type of fastener. Brooches are always decorative, but some pins are made only to secure materials together or to hold a garment in place. All brooches are pins, but not all pins are brooches. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of brooches.
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    A Grecian dress is distinguished by draped or pleated fabric, ruching, and toga-like shoulders. During New York Fashion Week in 2021, Grecian gowns were seen on the runways and in presentations by designers such as Donna Karan and Monique Lhuillier. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage Grecian dresses.
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    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.
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    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.

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