How did Pop art influence fashion?

The bright colors and graphic patterns and imagery of Pop art continue to influence fashion, prompting the industry’s designers to integrate provocative color pairings and visuals commonly associated with mass media and advertising into their garments. You can see examples of this in iconic pieces by Pierre Cardin, Mary Quant and Vivienne Westwood as well as in the work of many contemporary designers. Specifically, the well-known portraits that Andy Warhol created of celebrities and pop culture figures made their way into fashion by designers who incorporated images of popular celebrities into their clothing designs.

Pop art is a movement, started in the 1950s, that uses imagery from popular culture.

What does pop art mean?

Pop art refers to a movement that emerged during the mid- to late-1950s. It is art based on popular culture and mass media and works to critique traditional fine art values. Find many different works under the Pop art category on 1stDibs.

Who was the founder of Pop art?

There was no single founder of Pop art, as many artists contributed to the development of the movement. Richard Hamilton’s 1956 collage Just what is it that makes today’s homes so different, so appealing? is widely believed to have kickstarted the unconventional new style. Although Hamilton and other British artists launched the movement, they were soon overshadowed by their American counterparts.Pop art is perhaps most closely identified with American artist Andy Warhol, whose clever appropriation of motifs and images helped to transform the artistic style into a lifestyle. Roy Lichtenstein was another prominent American Pop artist. Much like Warhol, Lichtenstein drew his subjects from print media, particularly comic strips, producing paintings and sculptures characterized by primary colors, bold outlines and halftone dots, elements appropriated from commercial printing. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Pop art.

What is British Pop art?

British Pop art is a style of art that emerged in the United Kingdom during the 1950s. British artist Richard Hamilton's 1956 collage Just what is it that makes today's homes so different, so appealing? is widely believed to have kickstarted this unconventional new style, which reacted to the period's consumerism. Its goal was to put popular culture on the same level as so-called high culture. Although British artists launched the Pop art movement, they were soon overshadowed by their American counterparts. Pop art is perhaps most closely identified with American Pop artist Andy Warhol, whose clever appropriation of motifs and images helped to transform the artistic style into a lifestyle. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Pop art.

What influenced Pop Art?

Pop art was influenced by advertising and other forms of mass marketing

Is Pop Art postmodern?

Yes, Pop art is considered postmodern.

Why is it called Pop art?

The reason why it is called Pop art is that artists who participated in the movement drew inspiration from popular, or "pop," culture. One of the most influential contemporary art movements, Pop art emerged in the 1950s. Its practitioners sought to challenge the status quo, breaking with the perceived elitism of the previously dominant Abstract Expressionism and making statements about current events. They drew on imagery from popular culture — comic books, advertising, product packaging and other commercial media — to create original Pop art paintings, prints and sculptures that celebrated ordinary life in the most literal way. Pop art works are distinguished by their bold imagery, bright colors and seemingly commonplace subject matter. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Pop art.

Who is the father of Pop art?

Opinions vary on who the father of Pop art may be. Pop art emerged in the 1950s in Britain and flourished in 1960s-era America as a reaction to postwar mass consumerism. Some argue that Andy Warhol deserves the title because he helped shape the movement during the 1960s. However, other artists like Eduardo Paolozzi and Richard Hamilton began producing what’s now considered Pop art a decade earlier. Other artists who made important contributions to Pop art include Marta Minujín, Claes Oldenburg, Rosalyn Drexler, James Rosenquist, Peter Blake and Roy Lichtenstein. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Pop Art.

Why did Pop art start?

Pop art started because artists sought to react to the mass consumerism of the 1950s with the goal of putting popular culture on the same level as so-called high culture. Works associated with Pop art are distinguished by their bold imagery, bright colors and seemingly commonplace subject matter. Practitioners endeavored to challenge the status quo. Pop artists broke with the perceived elitism of the previously dominant Abstract Expressionism and made pointed statements about current events. Richard Hamilton's 1956 collage ‘Just what is it that makes today’s homes so different, so appealing?’ is widely believed to have kickstarted this unconventional new style, but Pop art is perhaps most closely identified with American Pop artists Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Pop art.

Who is famous for creating Pop art?

Andy Warhol is one of the most famous Pop artists .

What is the most famous piece of Pop art?

Opinions vary as to what the most famous piece of Pop art is. Two major contenders for the title are Andy Warhol's 1961–62 series Campbell's Soup Cans and Roy Lichtenstein's 1963 diptych painting Whaam!. Other notable Pop art works include A Bigger Splash by David Hockney, Flag by Jasper Johns, Crying Girl by Roy Lichtenstein, Radiant Baby by Keith Haring, the Marilyn Triptych by Andy Warhol, and Spoonbridge and Cherry by Claes Oldenburg. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Pop art.

Who is considered the founder of Pop art?

Who is considered the father of Pop art is open for debate. Some experts give the title to Andy Warhol, whose clever appropriation of motifs and images helped to transform the artistic style into a lifestyle. Others may argue that Roy Lichtenstein deserves the credit, as his work drawing from print media helped to define the style. Another potential candidate is Richard Hamilton, whose 1956 collage Just what is it that makes today's homes so different, so appealing? is widely believed to have kickstarted the Pop art movement. Shop a diverse assortment of Pop art on 1stDibs.

What started the Pop art movement?

Artists in the United Kingdom started the Pop art movement as a reaction, both positive and critical, to the period's consumerism. Its goal was to put popular culture on the same level as so-called high culture. London-born artist Richard Hamilton is widely believed to have had a pioneering role in Pop art, which drew on imagery from popular culture - comic books, advertising, product packaging and other commercial media - to create paintings and sculptures that celebrated ordinary life in the most literal way. Although British artists launched the movement, they were soon overshadowed by their American counterparts. Andy Warhol , Roy Lichtenstein and Rosalyn Drexler are some of the American artists associated with the history of Pop art . Find original Pop art on 1stDibs.

Is Alex Katz's style Pop art?

Yes, Alex Katz's style is Pop art. During the 1950s, he experimented with collage and painting on aluminum sheets, with his later work in the 1960s drawing inspiration from film and advertising. In the 1970s, Katz expanded into portrait groups that regularly depicted the cultural scene of New York. In the 1980s, he extended his focus to fashion and its supermodels. These sources of inspiration align with Pop art's focus on transforming elements of popular culture into fine art. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Alex Katz art.

Why did Roy Lichtenstein paint Pop art?

Roy Lichtenstein painted Pop art to comment on geopolitical and social issues of his time. He patterned his work off of mass media like advertising and comic books to help convey his messages. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Roy Lichtenstein art.

When did Roy Lichtenstein start Pop art?

Roy Lichtenstein started producing Pop art in the 1950s. His work drew inspiration from advertisements and comic books. In the 1960s, his work became widely known, and today, historians credit him with greatly influencing the Pop art movement. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Roy Lichtenstein art.

Pop Art Dresses

1990s Iconic Moschino Cheap & Chic pop art dress in size 44

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1990s Iconic Moschino Cheap & Chic pop art dress in size 44

By Moschino Cheap and Chic

Located in Capri, IT

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GIANNI VERSACE, American Pop Art Dress Design, London Retrospective, 1991

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GIANNI VERSACE, American Pop Art Dress Design, London Retrospective, 1991

By Gianni Versace

Located in Kingston, NY

Gianni Versace, Spring/Summer 1991, American Pop Art Design as exhibited at the GIANNI VERSACE

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Versace 1991 Marilyn Monroe / Betty Boop Pop Art dress jacket suit

$3,800

Versace 1991 Marilyn Monroe / Betty Boop Pop Art dress jacket suit

By Gianni Versace, Versace Jeans Couture

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

Versace 1991 Marilyn Monroe / Betty Boop Pop Art dress jacket suit Brand line: Versace jeans

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S/S 2000 Iceberg Andy Warhol - Marilyn Monroe Pop Art Pastel Maxi Dress

$806

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S/S 2000 Iceberg Andy Warhol - Marilyn Monroe Pop Art Pastel Maxi Dress

By Jean Charle De Castelbajac

Located in Sheffield, GB

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A French Jacques Dessange Pop Art Printed Dress Circa 1970

$1,297

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A French Jacques Dessange Pop Art Printed Dress Circa 1970

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1970 - France Amazing Pop Art dress by Jacques Dessange, famous hairdresser of the Stars who

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Piazza Sempione Black & White Pop Art Cotton Canvas Smock Dress 46

$490

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Piazza Sempione Black & White Pop Art Cotton Canvas Smock Dress 46

By Piazza Sempione

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Piazza Sempione black & white pop art, cotton canvas, smock dress marked size 46. Jewel neck, short

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EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's Geometric Pop Art Signature Print Silk Fit n Flare Dress

$995

EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's Geometric Pop Art Signature Print Silk Fit n Flare Dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Thiensville, WI

invisible zipper closure; features a bold geometric abstract pop art-style signature print, with geometric

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2008 Christian Lacroix Runway Documented Pop Art Print Dress

$1,400

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2008 Christian Lacroix Runway Documented Pop Art Print Dress

By Christian Lacroix

Located in London, GB

This exact dress walked the runway, Look 51 of 58, for Christian Lacroix's spring / summer 2008

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S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Sheer Pop Art Print Strapless Dress

$2,245

Size: IT38

S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Sheer Pop Art Print Strapless Dress

By Donatella Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a pop art-inspired Gianni Versace dress designed by Donatella Versace. This strapless

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Tom Ford embellished pop art inspired black evening dress, fw 2013

$13,098

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Tom Ford embellished pop art inspired black evening dress, fw 2013

By Tom Ford

Located in London, GB

Presenting an exquisite and highly sought-after TOM FORD evening dress from the autumn-winter 2013

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S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Pop Art Floral Print Lace-Up Backless Dress

$1,995

Size: IT40, US6

S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Pop Art Floral Print Lace-Up Backless Dress

By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a vibrant floral lace-up Gianni Versace Couture dress designed by Donatella Versace

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Versace Pop Art Mini Dress 2018 Tribute To Spring / Summer 1991 NEW With Tags

$2,245

Versace Pop Art Mini Dress 2018 Tribute To Spring / Summer 1991 NEW With Tags

By Versace

Located in New York, NY

Sleeveless, power shoulder, mini dress, merging Gianni Versace's love of art and contemporary

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Versace Silk Floral Print Pop Art Medusa Coin Strap Bustier Bodycon Dress

$2,895

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Versace Silk Floral Print Pop Art Medusa Coin Strap Bustier Bodycon Dress

By Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Chicago, IL

orange tones. Graphic floral print is collaged as visual art and includes larger green flowers in

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Hanae Mori Fuchsia and Purple Pop Art Ink Blot Column Gown - M, 1980s

$1,500

Size: vintage 8; comparable to size M

Hanae Mori Fuchsia and Purple Pop Art Ink Blot Column Gown - M, 1980s

By Hanae Mori

Located in Tucson, AZ

While Hanae Mori was always known for her bold prints, this riotous Pop Art pattern may be her

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Moschino Cheap & Chic 60s-Style Cut-Out Dress

$1,261

Moschino Cheap & Chic 60s-Style Cut-Out Dress

By Moschino

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

, pop art, and irreverent graphics. This dress is a prime example of the brand’s witty take on classic

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1960s Pauline Trigere Mod Brown & White Wove Cotton Polka Dot Midi Dress

$650

Size: 6-7

1960s Pauline Trigere Mod Brown & White Wove Cotton Polka Dot Midi Dress

By Pauline Trigère

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Pauline Trigere Mod Brown & White Wove Cotton Polka Dot Midi Dress: An iconic Pop-Art styled

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Flora Kung Pop Art Mini Silk Dress

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Flora Kung Pop Art Mini Silk Dress

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Easy cool silk slip dress in Flora's wearable pop art print. Dress only. Sash is a part of the

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1990s Mini Dress

Anne Fogarty Pop Art Maxi Dress Size 4.

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Anne Fogarty Pop Art Maxi Dress Size 4.

By Anne Fogarty

Located in Atlanta, GA

Anne Fogarty 1970s modern pop art design maxi sleeveless dress with belt is a vintage size 8 but

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Vivienne Tam Mao Pop Art Maxi Dress, S / S 1995

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Vivienne Tam Mao Pop Art Maxi Dress, S / S 1995

By Vivienne Tam

Located in Los Angeles, CA

-Dress features Mao Zedong pop-art print by Chinese-American artist Zhang Hongtu. A motif that earned Tam

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Pop Art Print Sheer Silk Dress - FLORA KUNG

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Pop Art Print Sheer Silk Dress - FLORA KUNG

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Easy cool silk ribbon-sheer dress in Flora's modern pop art print Dress only. Sash is a part of

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Jean Lanvin Pop Art Dress

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Jean Lanvin Pop Art Dress

By Jeanne Lanvin

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1970 France Dress Jeanne Lanvin POP ART dress in silk and cotton. Very graphic patterns

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Vintage 1970s YVES SAINT LAURENT Heart Pop Art Dress

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Vintage 1970s YVES SAINT LAURENT Heart Pop Art Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage 1970s YVES SAINT LAURENT Heart Pop Art Dress Approximate measurements taken laid flat

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Jean Paul Gaultier Pop Art Dress

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Jean Paul Gaultier Pop Art Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier Op Art sleeveless maxi dress featuring abstract geometric white, black

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Jean Paul Gaultier Pop Art Pom-Pom Dress From Runway 2000

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Jean Paul Gaultier Pop Art Pom-Pom Dress From Runway 2000

Located in New York, NY

Jean Paul Gaultier Pop Art Dress From Runway 2000 Pom Pom with opening on the side Size 46

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new VERSACE SS18 Tribute Pop Art Icon Marilyn Monroe James Dean mini dress IT44

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new VERSACE SS18 Tribute Pop Art Icon Marilyn Monroe James Dean mini dress IT44

By Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

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new VERSACE SS18 Tribute Pop Art Icon Marilyn Monroe James Dean mini dress IT42

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Located in Hong Kong, NT

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VERSACE SS18 Tribute Pop Art Icon Marilyn Monroe James Dean mini dress IT38 XS

By Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VERSACE SS18 Tribute Pop Art Icon Marilyn Monroe James Dean mini dress IT38 XS Brand: Versace

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A French Jacques Dessange Pop Art Printed Dress Circa 1970

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A French Jacques Dessange Pop Art Printed Dress Circa 1970

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1970 - France Amazing Pop Art dress by Jacques Dessange, famous hairdresser of the Stars who

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Moschino Animal & Hand Pop Art Print Dress, 2010s

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Moschino Animal & Hand Pop Art Print Dress, 2010s

By Moschino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

piece of art. A light rayon makes this a soft and breezy spring/summer dress. Maximalism accentuates

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Whimsical 1980's Bob Mackie Pop Art Sweater Dress

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Whimsical 1980's Bob Mackie Pop Art Sweater Dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in Atlanta, GA

a comfortable sweater dress. This adorable piece of wearable pop art is a cozy blend of lambswool

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A Pop Art Printed Chiffon Ceremony Dress - France Circa 1975

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A Pop Art Printed Chiffon Ceremony Dress - France Circa 1975

Located in Toulon, FR

the 1970s. Chasuble cut dress with psychedelic print typical of Pop Art of this period. Translucent

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c.1980 Mod Pop Art Cotton Polka Dot Shift Dress

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c.1980 Mod Pop Art Cotton Polka Dot Shift Dress

Located in Atlanta, GA

Whether it is the playful polka dots or the gigantic 3-D flower applique...this dress is all kinds

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Michael Hoban Rainbow Pop Art Leather Dress, 1980s

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Michael Hoban Rainbow Pop Art Leather Dress, 1980s

By Michael Hoban

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Incredible 1980s rainbow leather dress from iconic leather designer Michael Hoban. Patchwork design

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80s Fabrice Pop-Art Influenced Beaded, Embroidered Shift Dress

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80s Fabrice Pop-Art Influenced Beaded, Embroidered Shift Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

A fun Fabrice "Silhouettes" designed chemise dress in 100% silk with splashy pop-art inspired

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Black Milk Clothing Adventure Time BMO Pop Art Bodycon Dress Limited Edition S

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Black Milk Clothing Adventure Time BMO Pop Art Bodycon Dress Limited Edition S

By Black Milk Clothing

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Adorable bodycon dress from Black Milk Clothing! Features pop art character BMO from Cartoon

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VERSACE 2010 white purple floral pop art graphic print shift dress IT40 S

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VERSACE 2010 white purple floral pop art graphic print shift dress IT40 S

By Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VERSACE 2010 white purple floral pop art graphic print shift dress IT40 S Reference: CC/VAHI00049

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Tom Ford embellished pop art inspired coral evening dress, c. 2013

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Tom Ford embellished pop art inspired coral evening dress, c. 2013

By Tom Ford

Located in London, GB

Exquisite and highly sought after TOM FORD evening dress from the autumn-winter 2013 collection

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rare VERSACE SS18 Tribute Runway Warhol Pop Art SS1991 crystal Monroe dress IT38

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rare VERSACE SS18 Tribute Runway Warhol Pop Art SS1991 crystal Monroe dress IT38

By Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare VERSACE SS18 Tribute Runway Warhol Pop Art SS1991 crystal Monroe dress IT38 Brand: Versace

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John Galliano Vintage Beaded Poodle Pop Art Tunic Dress S/S 2005 Size 36FR

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John Galliano Vintage Beaded Poodle Pop Art Tunic Dress S/S 2005 Size 36FR

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Saint Petersburg, FL

John Galliano Vintage Beaded Poodle Pop Art Tunic Dress Spring/Summer 2005 Size 36FR

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new VERSACE Tribute SS18 Runway Pop Art SS1991 Monroe Dean print dress IT40 S

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By Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

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new VERSACE Tribute SS18 Runway Pop Art SS1991 Monroe Dean print dress IT42 M

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new VERSACE Tribute SS18 Runway Pop Art SS1991 Monroe Dean print dress IT42 M

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

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new VERSACE SS18 Tribute Vogue SS1991 pop art print padded mini dress IT42 M

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new VERSACE SS18 Tribute Vogue SS1991 pop art print padded mini dress IT42 M

By Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

new VERSACE SS18 Tribute Vogue SS1991 pop art print padded mini dress IT42 M Brand: Versace

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new VERSACE SS18 Tribute Vogue SS1991 pop art print padded mini dress IT42 M

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new VERSACE SS18 Tribute Vogue SS1991 pop art print padded mini dress IT42 M

By Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

new VERSACE SS18 Tribute Vogue SS1991 pop art print padded mini dress IT42 M Brand: Versace

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new VERSACE SS18 Tribute Vogue SS1991 pop art print padded mini dress IT42 M

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new VERSACE SS18 Tribute Vogue SS1991 pop art print padded mini dress IT42 M

By Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

new VERSACE SS18 Tribute Vogue SS1991 pop art print padded mini dress IT42 M Reference: TGAS

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KOOS VAN DEN AKKER c.1980's Black White Red Dot Pop Art Wear Drop Waist Dress

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KOOS VAN DEN AKKER c.1980's Black White Red Dot Pop Art Wear Drop Waist Dress

By Koos Van den Akker

Located in Thiensville, WI

KOOS VAN DEN AKKER c.1980's Black White Red Dot Pop Art Wear Drop Waist Dress Circa: 1980’s Label

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1980s Evening Dresses

AJ BARI c.1980’s Tiered Op Art Pop of Tulip Floral Check Party Dress

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AJ BARI c.1980’s Tiered Op Art Pop of Tulip Floral Check Party Dress

Located in Thiensville, WI

AJ BARI c.1980’s Tiered Op Art Pop of Tulip Floral Check Party Dress Circa: 1980’s Label(s): Aj

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new GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI Bam! crystal embellished pop art black suede loafer EU43

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Located in Hong Kong, NT

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Located in Hong Kong, NT

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PAULINE TRIGÈRE, Silk Ensemble in "Pop Art" Pink and Black Abstract Print 1990s

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PAULINE TRIGÈRE, Silk Ensemble in "Pop Art" Pink and Black Abstract Print 1990s

By Pauline Trigère

Located in Kingston, NY

includes a "pop art pink" slip dress with abstract print strappy top with v-neck and pink pleated skirt

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1990S Blue & Orange Silk Chicken Soup Pop Art Bias Cut Ensemble

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1990S Blue & Orange Silk Chicken Soup Pop Art Bias Cut Ensemble

Located in New York, NY

1990S Blue & Orange Silk Chicken Soup Pop Art Bias Cut Ensemble

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Iconic Moschino Vintage 90s Pop Art Dress with Numbers, Heart + Cat

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Iconic Moschino Vintage 90s Pop Art Dress with Numbers, Heart + Cat

By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino

Located in Sparks, NV

Reduced from $950! Iconic vintage Moschino dress with a vibrant pop art design which features

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SS 2000 Iceberg Andy Warhol - Marilyn Monroe Pop Art Pastel Maxi Dress

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SS 2000 Iceberg Andy Warhol - Marilyn Monroe Pop Art Pastel Maxi Dress

By Jean Charle De Castelbajac

Located in Sheffield, GB

Spring /Summer 2000 ICEBERG, Pastel Coloured Monroe pop-art Dress designed by Jean Charles de

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Versace Marilyn Monroe Pop Art Tribute 1991 Dress

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Versace Marilyn Monroe Pop Art Tribute 1991 Dress

By Versace

Located in Concord, NC

pop art mini dress is an homage to the iconic Gianni Versace Marilyn Monroe dress from the Spring

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Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier Pop Art Face Print Femme Dress

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Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier Pop Art Face Print Femme Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in New York, NY

Jean Paul Gaultier femme pop art face print dress. Size 6 US. Very good condition.Leather

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Christian Lacroix Vintage Pop Art Multi Colour City Life Shopping Print Dress

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Christian Lacroix Vintage Pop Art Multi Colour City Life Shopping Print Dress

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage multi colour dress with Pop Art City Life Shopping prints. Spaghetti

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Lanvin Black and White Pop Art Belted Shirtwaist Dress - M-L, 1970s

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Lanvin Black and White Pop Art Belted Shirtwaist Dress - M-L, 1970s

By Jeanne Lanvin

Located in Tucson, AZ

Though the print would be enough, what really makes this Lanvin dress special is its wrinkle-free

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1980s Victor Costa Cotton Pop-Art Strapless Sun Dress with Full Skirt and Peplum

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1980s Victor Costa Cotton Pop-Art Strapless Sun Dress with Full Skirt and Peplum

By Victor Costa

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s Victor Costa cotton pop-art style strapless boned sun dress with full pleated skirt, side

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Pop Art printed jersey dress by Louis Féraud Circa 1972

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Pop Art printed jersey dress by Louis Féraud Circa 1972

By Louis Feraud

Located in Toulon, FR

wide stripes arranged on the bias and diagonally in relation to Pop Art and Land Art of this period

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1980s Philippe Albert Pop Art Lichtenstein Sequined Beaded Vintage 80s Dress

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1980s Philippe Albert Pop Art Lichtenstein Sequined Beaded Vintage 80s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing and super rare late 80s PHILIPPE ALBERT fully sequined and beaded pop-art silk halter mini

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Christian Dior by John Galliano "DIOR DOLLS" Pop Art Ruffled Gown Maxi Dress

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Christian Dior by John Galliano "DIOR DOLLS" Pop Art Ruffled Gown Maxi Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Switzerland, CH

atelier in Paris, FRANCE Finest chiffon silk with beautiful pop art print Lined with superfine silk

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KIKI HART Couture c.1970's Floral Pop Art Satin Bow Lace Ruffle Maxi Party Dress

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Pop Art Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of pop art dresses for sale on 1stDibs. For pop art dresses, black is a pretty popular color, but we also have brown, beige, blue and more in stock now. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pop art dresses designed by Versace, Donatella Versace and Gianni Versace Couture — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

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On average, pop art dresses on 1stDibs sell for $1,460, while they’re typically $320 on the low end and $47,750 for the highest priced versions of these items.

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Questions About Pop Art Dresses

How did Pop art influence fashion?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
The bright colors and graphic patterns and imagery of Pop art continue to influence fashion, prompting the industry’s designers to integrate provocative color pairings and visuals commonly associated with mass media and advertising into their garments. You can see examples of this in iconic pieces by Pierre Cardin, Mary Quant and Vivienne Westwood as well as in the work of many contemporary designers. Specifically, the well-known portraits that Andy Warhol created of celebrities and pop culture figures made their way into fashion by designers who incorporated images of popular celebrities into their clothing designs.
What is Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Pop art is a movement, started in the 1950s, that uses imagery from popular culture.
What does pop art mean?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Pop art refers to a movement that emerged during the mid- to late-1950s. It is art based on popular culture and mass media and works to critique traditional fine art values. Find many different works under the Pop art category on 1stDibs.
Irena Orlov ArtMarch 1, 2021
It emerged in 1950 in United States and England. It is characterized by using images as objects of popular culture or everyday life, obtained from the media. Through irony, it reflected the society of the time, marked by consumerism, materialism, the cult of image and fashion.
Who was the founder of Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
There was no single founder of Pop art, as many artists contributed to the development of the movement. Richard Hamilton’s 1956 collage Just what is it that makes today’s homes so different, so appealing? is widely believed to have kickstarted the unconventional new style. Although Hamilton and other British artists launched the movement, they were soon overshadowed by their American counterparts.

Pop art is perhaps most closely identified with American artist Andy Warhol, whose clever appropriation of motifs and images helped to transform the artistic style into a lifestyle. Roy Lichtenstein was another prominent American Pop artist. Much like Warhol, Lichtenstein drew his subjects from print media, particularly comic strips, producing paintings and sculptures characterized by primary colors, bold outlines and halftone dots, elements appropriated from commercial printing. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Pop art.
What is British Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
British Pop art is a style of art that emerged in the United Kingdom during the 1950s. British artist Richard Hamilton's 1956 collage Just what is it that makes today's homes so different, so appealing? is widely believed to have kickstarted this unconventional new style, which reacted to the period's consumerism. Its goal was to put popular culture on the same level as so-called high culture. Although British artists launched the Pop art movement, they were soon overshadowed by their American counterparts. Pop art is perhaps most closely identified with American Pop artist Andy Warhol, whose clever appropriation of motifs and images helped to transform the artistic style into a lifestyle. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Pop art.
What influenced Pop Art?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Pop art was influenced by advertising and other forms of mass marketing
Is Pop Art postmodern?
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Yes, Pop art is considered postmodern.
Why is it called Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
The reason why it is called Pop art is that artists who participated in the movement drew inspiration from popular, or "pop," culture. One of the most influential contemporary art movements, Pop art emerged in the 1950s. Its practitioners sought to challenge the status quo, breaking with the perceived elitism of the previously dominant Abstract Expressionism and making statements about current events. They drew on imagery from popular culture — comic books, advertising, product packaging and other commercial media — to create original Pop art paintings, prints and sculptures that celebrated ordinary life in the most literal way. Pop art works are distinguished by their bold imagery, bright colors and seemingly commonplace subject matter. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Pop art.
Who is the father of Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
Opinions vary on who the father of Pop art may be. Pop art emerged in the 1950s in Britain and flourished in 1960s-era America as a reaction to postwar mass consumerism. Some argue that Andy Warhol deserves the title because he helped shape the movement during the 1960s. However, other artists like Eduardo Paolozzi and Richard Hamilton began producing what’s now considered Pop art a decade earlier. Other artists who made important contributions to Pop art include Marta Minujín, Claes Oldenburg, Rosalyn Drexler, James Rosenquist, Peter Blake and Roy Lichtenstein. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Pop Art.
Why did Pop art start?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
Pop art started because artists sought to react to the mass consumerism of the 1950s with the goal of putting popular culture on the same level as so-called high culture. Works associated with Pop art are distinguished by their bold imagery, bright colors and seemingly commonplace subject matter. Practitioners endeavored to challenge the status quo. Pop artists broke with the perceived elitism of the previously dominant Abstract Expressionism and made pointed statements about current events. Richard Hamilton's 1956 collage ‘Just what is it that makes today’s homes so different, so appealing?’ is widely believed to have kickstarted this unconventional new style, but Pop art is perhaps most closely identified with American Pop artists Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Pop art.
Who is famous for creating Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Andy Warhol is one of the most famous Pop artists.
What is the most famous piece of Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
Opinions vary as to what the most famous piece of Pop art is. Two major contenders for the title are Andy Warhol's 1961–62 series Campbell's Soup Cans and Roy Lichtenstein's 1963 diptych painting Whaam!. Other notable Pop art works include A Bigger Splash by David Hockney, Flag by Jasper Johns, Crying Girl by Roy Lichtenstein, Radiant Baby by Keith Haring, the Marilyn Triptych by Andy Warhol, and Spoonbridge and Cherry by Claes Oldenburg. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Pop art.
Who is considered the founder of Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
Who is considered the father of Pop art is open for debate. Some experts give the title to Andy Warhol, whose clever appropriation of motifs and images helped to transform the artistic style into a lifestyle. Others may argue that Roy Lichtenstein deserves the credit, as his work drawing from print media helped to define the style. Another potential candidate is Richard Hamilton, whose 1956 collage Just what is it that makes today's homes so different, so appealing? is widely believed to have kickstarted the Pop art movement. Shop a diverse assortment of Pop art on 1stDibs.
What started the Pop art movement?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Artists in the United Kingdom started the Pop art movement as a reaction, both positive and critical, to the period's consumerism. Its goal was to put popular culture on the same level as so-called high culture. London-born artist Richard Hamilton is widely believed to have had a pioneering role in Pop art, which drew on imagery from popular culture - comic books, advertising, product packaging and other commercial media - to create paintings and sculptures that celebrated ordinary life in the most literal way. Although British artists launched the movement, they were soon overshadowed by their American counterparts. Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein and Rosalyn Drexler are some of the American artists associated with the history of Pop art. Find original Pop art on 1stDibs.
Is Alex Katz's style Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
Yes, Alex Katz's style is Pop art. During the 1950s, he experimented with collage and painting on aluminum sheets, with his later work in the 1960s drawing inspiration from film and advertising. In the 1970s, Katz expanded into portrait groups that regularly depicted the cultural scene of New York. In the 1980s, he extended his focus to fashion and its supermodels. These sources of inspiration align with Pop art's focus on transforming elements of popular culture into fine art. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Alex Katz art.
Why did Roy Lichtenstein paint Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Roy Lichtenstein painted Pop art to comment on geopolitical and social issues of his time. He patterned his work off of mass media like advertising and comic books to help convey his messages. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Roy Lichtenstein art.
When did Roy Lichtenstein start Pop art?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Roy Lichtenstein started producing Pop art in the 1950s. His work drew inspiration from advertisements and comic books. In the 1960s, his work became widely known, and today, historians credit him with greatly influencing the Pop art movement. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Roy Lichtenstein art.

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