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S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Plunging Cowl Bodycon Column Slip Gown
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Plunging Cowl Bodycon Column Slip Gown

S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Plunging Cowl Bodycon Column Slip Gown

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

collection. This sultry floor-length gown features spaghetti straps and is elegantly draped with a cowl

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1990s Italian Formal Gowns

S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Sheer Cowl Neck Plunging Collar Top
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Sheer Cowl Neck Plunging Collar Top

S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Sheer Cowl Neck Plunging Collar Top

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

collection, this entirely sheer black top features a plunging cowl neckline, a fold-over collar, and lightly

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1990s Italian Blouses

2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Sheer Stretch Viscose Sleeveless Cowl Black Dress
2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Sheer Stretch Viscose Sleeveless Cowl Black Dress

2000s Gucci by Tom Ford Sheer Stretch Viscose Sleeveless Cowl Black Dress

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

sleeveless silhouette with a deep plunging cowl neckline and a high front slit. Simple yet chic, this dress

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

F/W 1997 Halston by Randolph Duke Runway Black Cowl Neck Beaded Dress
F/W 1997 Halston by Randolph Duke Runway Black Cowl Neck Beaded Dress

F/W 1997 Halston by Randolph Duke Runway Black Cowl Neck Beaded Dress

By Randolph Duke, Halston

Located in West Hollywood, CA

ultra-chic knee-length dress features a plunging cowl neckline and is amped up with a sheer back and

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1990s European Cocktail Dresses

1990s Gianfranco Ferre Black Knit Jersey Cocktail Dress
1990s Gianfranco Ferre Black Knit Jersey Cocktail Dress

1990s Gianfranco Ferre Black Knit Jersey Cocktail Dress

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Sexy Vintage 1990s Gianfranco Ferre Black Viscose long sleeve dress. Plunging Cowl neckline with

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Roberto Cavalli burgundy cut-velvet halterneck evening dress, fw 2004
Roberto Cavalli burgundy cut-velvet halterneck evening dress, fw 2004

Roberto Cavalli burgundy cut-velvet halterneck evening dress, fw 2004

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in London, GB

with metallic gold flecking ▪ Plunging cowl neck ▪ Halterneck string ties with decorative beaded frog

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

NWT S/S 2002 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Backless Halter Leopard Silk Gown
NWT S/S 2002 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Backless Halter Leopard Silk Gown

NWT S/S 2002 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Backless Halter Leopard Silk Gown

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in West Hollywood, CA

, designed by Tom Ford for the Spring/Summer 2002 season. This gown features a plunging cowl neckline, an

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Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

Ungaro Black Jersey Plunge Neckline Dress
Ungaro Black Jersey Plunge Neckline Dress

Ungaro Black Jersey Plunge Neckline Dress

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Alford, MA

plunges to the waist in front, the cowl held together at the bust line with a tab studded with square

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

SAINT LAURENT 2023 Runway iridescent satin cowl open back dress gown FR36 S
SAINT LAURENT 2023 Runway iridescent satin cowl open back dress gown FR36 S

SAINT LAURENT 2023 Runway iridescent satin cowl open back dress gown FR36 S

By Saint Laurent, Anthony Vaccarello

Located in Hong Kong, NT

SAINT LAURENT 2023 Runway black iridescent satin plunge neck cowl open back dress gown FR36 S

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

SAINT LAURENT 2023 Runway iridescent satin cowl open back dress gown FR38 M
SAINT LAURENT 2023 Runway iridescent satin cowl open back dress gown FR38 M

SAINT LAURENT 2023 Runway iridescent satin cowl open back dress gown FR38 M

By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent

Located in Hong Kong, NT

SAINT LAURENT 2023 Runway black iridescent satin plunge neck cowl open back dress gown FR38 M

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

SAINT LAURENT 2023 Runway iridescent satin cowl open back dress gown FR40 L
SAINT LAURENT 2023 Runway iridescent satin cowl open back dress gown FR40 L

SAINT LAURENT 2023 Runway iridescent satin cowl open back dress gown FR40 L

By Saint Laurent, Anthony Vaccarello

Located in Hong Kong, NT

SAINT LAURENT 2023 Runway black iridescent satin plunge neck cowl open back dress gown FR40 L

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Gucci by Tom Ford black rayon jersey maxi dress with low plunge, fw 1997
Gucci by Tom Ford black rayon jersey maxi dress with low plunge, fw 1997

Gucci by Tom Ford black rayon jersey maxi dress with low plunge, fw 1997

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in London, GB

Gucci by Tom Ford black rayon jersey maxi dress with spaghetti straps and low-plunge cowl neckline

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier

Jean Paul Gaultier

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Burgundy rayon jersey cocktail dress with plunging cowl neckline and leather collar.

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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Dior by John Galliano Leopard Burnout CD Charm Disco Dress 2000
Dior by John Galliano Leopard Burnout CD Charm Disco Dress 2000

Dior by John Galliano Leopard Burnout CD Charm Disco Dress 2000

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

spaghetti straps. Dress features a low plunging cowl neckline, bare back and asymmetrical seams and hemline

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Early 2000s Mini Dress

Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier Jersey Tortoise Print Evening Gown
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier Jersey Tortoise Print Evening Gown

Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier Jersey Tortoise Print Evening Gown

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier jersey backless evening gown with plunging cowl neckline, tortoise

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Early 2000s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Khaki Deep Cowl Neck Mini Dress Size XL
Khaki Deep Cowl Neck Mini Dress Size XL

Khaki Deep Cowl Neck Mini Dress Size XL

Located in London, GB

resale item. Details Khaki Synthetic Mini bodycon dress Deep plunge cowl neckline Ring detail on

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21st Century and Contemporary British Mini Dress

John Galliano peach silk evening dress with gold lurex motif, ss 2004
John Galliano peach silk evening dress with gold lurex motif, ss 2004

John Galliano peach silk evening dress with gold lurex motif, ss 2004

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

lurex spotted motif ▪ Plunging cowls to the front and back necklines ▪ Floor-length skirt with tiered

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1998 Gianni Versace Black Leather Draped Viscose Bodycon Gown
1998 Gianni Versace Black Leather Draped Viscose Bodycon Gown

1998 Gianni Versace Black Leather Draped Viscose Bodycon Gown

By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

adaptation of Gianni's Fall/Winter 1997 Atelier Versace collection. The design features a plunging cowl

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Crystal Pink Silk Jersey Mini Dress, FW 2003
Christian Dior by John Galliano Crystal Pink Silk Jersey Mini Dress, FW 2003

Christian Dior by John Galliano Crystal Pink Silk Jersey Mini Dress, FW 2003

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

a plunging cowl neckline. The shoulders and sides are adorned with crystal-encrusted buckles

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace Black Cowl Plunge Neck Long Sleeve Maxi Dress Size XS
Versace Black Cowl Plunge Neck Long Sleeve Maxi Dress Size XS

Versace Black Cowl Plunge Neck Long Sleeve Maxi Dress Size XS

By Versace

Located in London, GB

CONDITION is New with tags on this brand new Versace designer item. Details Black Viscose Maxi dress Long sleeves Figure hugging Bodysuit detai...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Maxi Dresses

Versace Black Cowl Plunge Neck Long Sleeve Maxi Dress Size XS
Versace Black Cowl Plunge Neck Long Sleeve Maxi Dress Size XS

Versace Black Cowl Plunge Neck Long Sleeve Maxi Dress Size XS

By Versace

Located in London, GB

CONDITION is New with tags on this brand new Versace designer item. Details Black Viscose Maxi dress Long sleeves Figure hugging Bodysuit detail Side zip fa...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses

John Galliano Lemon Meringue Satin Evening Gown 2000S
John Galliano Lemon Meringue Satin Evening Gown 2000S

John Galliano Lemon Meringue Satin Evening Gown 2000S

By John Galliano

Located in Los Angeles, CA

-cut evening gown featuring a plunging neckline with a cowl neckline, asymmetrical draping and pleating

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Early 2000s European Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Tattoo Print Backless Chiffon Gown
S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Tattoo Print Backless Chiffon Gown

S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Tattoo Print Backless Chiffon Gown

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in West Hollywood, CA

weight sewn into the lining at the bust-line weighs down the chiffon to create a cowl neck plunge. The

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Early 2000s Italian Maxi Dresses

S/S 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway White Backless Leather Strap Dress
S/S 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway White Backless Leather Strap Dress

S/S 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway White Backless Leather Strap Dress

By Gianni Versace Couture, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

dress features a plunging cowl neck line, ruching, and leather strap detail. The dress is backless with

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Fabulous Ferrara 1970s Metal Mesh Midi & Maxi Dress
Fabulous Ferrara 1970s Metal Mesh Midi & Maxi Dress

Fabulous Ferrara 1970s Metal Mesh Midi & Maxi Dress

Located in Water Mill, NY

first is a below the knee length dress with a plunging cowl neckline piped in gold leather and cap

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Thierry Mugler 1980s Emerald Green Dress With Statement Belt
Thierry Mugler 1980s Emerald Green Dress With Statement Belt

Thierry Mugler 1980s Emerald Green Dress With Statement Belt

By Thierry Mugler

Located in London, GB

sculpting effect of the cut at the reverse of the piece is astounding. A plunging cowl neckline drops down

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1980s French Evening Dresses

1980s Lillie Rubin silver metal mesh plunge front cocktail dress
1980s Lillie Rubin silver metal mesh plunge front cocktail dress

1980s Lillie Rubin silver metal mesh plunge front cocktail dress

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

metal forms the top with a low draped cowl that plunges nearly to the waist...The skirt is black crepe

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Christian Dior By John Galliano Bead-Embellished Cocktail Dress, FW 2004
Christian Dior By John Galliano Bead-Embellished Cocktail Dress, FW 2004

Christian Dior By John Galliano Bead-Embellished Cocktail Dress, FW 2004

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Geneva, CH

glamorous plunging draped cowl neckline. Fully lined in matching color silk-chiffon, the dress is labeled a

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

1970's Metal Mesh Halter Top
1970's Metal Mesh Halter Top

1970's Metal Mesh Halter Top

Located in Los Angeles, CA

that tie around the neck and waist. Plunging cowl neckline can be controlled by tightening or

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1970s Unknown Halter Tops

Zandra Rhodes Jersey Dress w/Embellished Neck
Zandra Rhodes Jersey Dress w/Embellished Neck

Zandra Rhodes Jersey Dress w/Embellished Neck

By Zandra Rhodes

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lightweight rayon jersey dress from Zandra Rhodes has a plunging cowl neckline and is embellished

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1980s English Cocktail Dresses

Ashish Sequin-Embellished Draped-Front Silk Mini Dress
Ashish Sequin-Embellished Draped-Front Silk Mini Dress

Ashish Sequin-Embellished Draped-Front Silk Mini Dress

By Ashish

Located in London, GB

dancefloor. It's crafted to a long-sleeved silhouette with a plunging cowl neck and hand-embellished all over

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

1990s Beaded Backless Valentino Dress
1990s Beaded Backless Valentino Dress

1990s Beaded Backless Valentino Dress

By Valentino

Located in Rockwood, ON

. It oozes jet set chic! The front has a sexy plunged cowl feel neckline and then waist nips in. The

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano White Silk Gown
Christian Dior by John Galliano White Silk Gown

Christian Dior by John Galliano White Silk Gown

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in San Francisco, CA

-piece gown features a simple white silk slip overlaid with a lace and ruffled layer with a plunging

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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

1920's French Metallic Turquoise Blue Lame Evening Dress
1920's French Metallic Turquoise Blue Lame Evening Dress

1920's French Metallic Turquoise Blue Lame Evening Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

textile. The bodice is an alluring sleeveless cowl-plunge with a built-in underslip. The piece work to

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem

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By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black wool jersey skirt from Karl Lagerfeld. It has a 2 1/2" wide waistband with overlapping pointed panels forming the skirt. It has a back zipper, front pockets and is...

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1990s French Skirts

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Moschino Couture! Cruise Me Baby Vintage One Shoulder Black Knit Dress

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By Moschino Couture

Located in Sparks, NV

Simple and chic one shoulder little black dress by Moschino Couture! Details: Unlined Side Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: I 42/ D 38/ F 38/ GB 10/ US 8 Color: Black Lab...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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Ferragamo Black Creme Leather Bucket Bag, 1990s

Ferragamo Black Creme Leather Bucket Bag, 1990s

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Some credit Salvatore Ferragamo as the pioneer who put Italian accessories on the map. While Ferragamo himself solely focused on shoemaking, it would not be until his wife and daught...

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Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003

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By Celine, Michael Kors

Located in Water Mill, NY

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Gianni Versace c. 1990 Bondage Leather Belted Knee-Length Black Jacket Coat

Gianni Versace c. 1990 Bondage Leather Belted Knee-Length Black Jacket Coat

By Gianni Versace

Located in Naples, FL

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Judith Leiber Clear and Green Rhinestone Clutch

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By Judith Leiber

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Yves Saint Laurent New Suede Gauntlet Gloves

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By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Geneva, CH

Beautiful never worn 80’s YSL fuchsia gloves trimmed in matching leather diagonal stitching. Both gloves was linked by the original sealing thread. "Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche" g...

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1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra

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Located in New York, NY

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YVES SAINT LAURENT Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Full Skirt Size 38

YVES SAINT LAURENT Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Full Skirt Size 38

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Whiting and Davis design is composed of a gold mesh. This item can be fashioned as a draped halter dress or skirt. Features a zipper closure with drawstring tassel detail. In ex...

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By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

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Located in Amsterdam, NL

This vintage coat is made of very high quality silver raccoon fur is 3/4 lenght with an attached hood, rare to find. We offer more exclusive fur items, view our frontstore Details:...

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Located in Amsterdam, NL

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

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Tom Ford for Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent Nude Silk Mink Skirt Suit It. 40  US 4

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By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Plunge Cowl For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary plunge cowl you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find brown, beige and more options on these pages. You’re likely to find the perfect plunge cowl among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Alexander McQueen, Comme des Garçons and Gucci are consistently popular.

How Much is a Plunge Cowl?

Prices for a plunge cowl can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $253 and can go as high as $23,500, while, on average they fetch $2,500.

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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. 

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