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Pouf Dress

Alexander McQueen 2008 Pre-Death Draped Silk Organza Party Pouf Dress - New
Alexander McQueen 2008 Pre-Death Draped Silk Organza Party Pouf Dress - New

Alexander McQueen 2008 Pre-Death Draped Silk Organza Party Pouf Dress - New

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Alexander McQueen's pre death 2008 Collection strapless bustier pouf dress. Fashioned of ivory silk organza draped in soft cascading folds creating high styled pouf skirt.

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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

1980s Yves Saint Laurent - Rive Gauche Red Iridescent Pouf Dress
1980s Yves Saint Laurent - Rive Gauche Red Iridescent Pouf Dress

1980s Yves Saint Laurent - Rive Gauche Red Iridescent Pouf Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s Yves Saint Laurent - Rive Gauche red iridescent sharkskin silk and acetate bubble dress with voluminous skirt and large bow at front. Scoop Ballet-style neckline and fitted lon...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Rare Vintage Adam Beall Black + Red Strapless Silk ' Pouf ' Dress
Rare Vintage Adam Beall Black + Red Strapless Silk ' Pouf ' Dress

Rare Vintage Adam Beall Black + Red Strapless Silk ' Pouf ' Dress

By Adam Beall

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing and RARE! Vintage mid 1980s Adam Beall dress! Black silk , with red silk peek-a-boo bits at back skirt, and hem. Avant Garde shape, that is extremely flattering! Beall was a ...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Chic 1980s Size 12 Strapless Pearl Encrusted Black and White Pouf Vintage Dress
Chic 1980s Size 12 Strapless Pearl Encrusted Black and White Pouf Vintage Dress

Chic 1980s Size 12 Strapless Pearl Encrusted Black and White Pouf Vintage Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic vintage 80s black and white pearl encrusted Size 12 strapless embroidered party pouf dress! Features a fitted boned black bodice with white embroidery and hand-sewn pearls throu...

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Mocha
Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Mocha

Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Mocha

By Gervasoni, Paola Navone

Located in Varedo, MB

This textile concept allows the pouf to be easily dressed and re-dressed, offering flexibility in style and maintenance while effortlessly transitioning between formal and casual set...

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2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

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Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Aurora
Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Aurora

Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Aurora

By Gervasoni, Paola Navone

Located in Varedo, MB

This textile concept allows the pouf to be easily dressed and re-dressed, offering flexibility in style and maintenance while effortlessly transitioning between formal and casual set...

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2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

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Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Deus
Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Deus

Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Deus

By Gervasoni, Paola Navone

Located in Varedo, MB

This textile concept allows the pouf to be easily dressed and re-dressed, offering flexibility in style and maintenance while effortlessly transitioning between formal and casual set...

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2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

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Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Stone
Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Stone

Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Stone

By Gervasoni, Paola Navone

Located in Varedo, MB

This textile concept allows the pouf to be easily dressed and re-dressed, offering flexibility in style and maintenance while effortlessly transitioning between formal and casual set...

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2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

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Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - 3D blu
Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - 3D blu

Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - 3D blu

By Gervasoni, Paola Navone

Located in Varedo, MB

This textile concept allows the pouf to be easily dressed and re-dressed, offering flexibility in style and maintenance while effortlessly transitioning between formal and casual set...

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2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

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Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Lino Bianco
Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Lino Bianco

Gervasoni Ghost 36 P – Modular Square Pouf - Lino Bianco

By Gervasoni, Paola Navone

Located in Varedo, MB

This textile concept allows the pouf to be easily dressed and re-dressed, offering flexibility in style and maintenance while effortlessly transitioning between formal and casual set...

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2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs

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ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER SS2019 Runway white satin bow black sequin pouf mini dress
ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER SS2019 Runway white satin bow black sequin pouf mini dress

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER SS2019 Runway white satin bow black sequin pouf mini dress

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER SS2019 Runway white satin bow black sequin pouf mini dress Reference: TGAS/F00739 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: Spring Summer ...

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2010s Mini Dress

MOSCHINO Jeans Fun Grey Pouf Sleeve Denim Twisted Seam Mini Dress
MOSCHINO Jeans Fun Grey Pouf Sleeve Denim Twisted Seam Mini Dress

MOSCHINO Jeans Fun Grey Pouf Sleeve Denim Twisted Seam Mini Dress

By Moschino, Franco Moschino

Located in Sheffield, GB

MOSCHINO Jeans Fun Grey Denim Twisted Seam Mini Dress MADE IN ITALY A Fabulous 1990's Moschino denim dress, constructed using twisted seam panels, underwired cupped bralet, structure...

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1990s Italian Mini Dresses

Christian Lacroix Runway 2-in-1 Detachable Pouf Petal Dress Gown
Christian Lacroix Runway 2-in-1 Detachable Pouf Petal Dress Gown

Christian Lacroix Runway 2-in-1 Detachable Pouf Petal Dress Gown

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Features detachable double tier skirts which can be worn as a ballgown or a short party pouf. Two dresses for the price of one! Fashioned of black silk gazar and organza with boned...

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Geoffrey Beene Black wool jersey Cocktail Dress with Satin Pouf Sleeves
Geoffrey Beene Black wool jersey Cocktail Dress with Satin Pouf Sleeves

Geoffrey Beene Black wool jersey Cocktail Dress with Satin Pouf Sleeves

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a black knit cocktail dress with puffy long satin sleeves by Geoffrey Beene, from the 1980's. The dress has a v-neckline with two black jewel buttons and tulle in the shoulde...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1980s Arnold Scaasi Black Silk Crepe Dress w Pastel Sequin Dots & Pouf Sleeves
1980s Arnold Scaasi Black Silk Crepe Dress w Pastel Sequin Dots & Pouf Sleeves

1980s Arnold Scaasi Black Silk Crepe Dress w Pastel Sequin Dots & Pouf Sleeves

By Arnold Scaasi, Scaasi

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s Arnold Scaasi Black Silk Crepe Dress w Flourescent Pastel Sequin Dots & Pouf Sleeves: An A-line minidress with a wide, squared neckline, quilted all-over and topped in vibrant,...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2025 Runway Lesage jewel embellished pouf gown
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2025 Runway Lesage jewel embellished pouf gown

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2025 Runway Lesage jewel embellished pouf gown

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2025 Runway Maison Lesage jewel embellished pouf gown Reference: TGAS/F00874 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: Spri...

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2010s Italian Evening Gowns

1970s YSL Black Cotton Peasant Style Dress
1970s YSL Black Cotton Peasant Style Dress

1970s YSL Black Cotton Peasant Style Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1970s YSL black cotton peasant style tunic dress with pouf sleeves and a scoop neckline. The dress can be worn over pants or belted.

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1970s French Mini Dresses

Mignon Black Silk Dress with Lace Bodice Circa 1960's
Mignon Black Silk Dress with Lace Bodice Circa 1960's

Mignon Black Silk Dress with Lace Bodice Circa 1960's

By Mignon

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Black silk taffeta and scrunched lace cocktail dress with pouf skirt, cap sleeve and lace bodice finished off with a sexy pencil narrow underskirt.

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Jessica McClintock for Gunne Sax Strapless Lime Ballerina Dress – XS - S, 2003
Jessica McClintock for Gunne Sax Strapless Lime Ballerina Dress – XS - S, 2003

Jessica McClintock for Gunne Sax Strapless Lime Ballerina Dress – XS - S, 2003

Located in Tucson, AZ

Ideally suited for a gal with a long waist, this zinger of a party dress “poufs” abruptly where the skirt meets the bodice for a dramatic tabletop skirt effect.

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Early 2000s American Ballerina Dresses

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Bill Blass for Neiman Marcus 1980s Evening Cocktail Pouf Dress Size 4/6.
Bill Blass for Neiman Marcus 1980s Evening Cocktail Pouf Dress Size 4/6.

Bill Blass for Neiman Marcus 1980s Evening Cocktail Pouf Dress Size 4/6.

By Bill Blass

Located in Atlanta, GA

Bill Blass 1980s for Neiman Marcus cocktail pouf dress made in the USA and size 4 but please see & use measurements.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Runway Pouf Dress
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Runway Pouf Dress

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Runway Pouf Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Iconic vintage 1980s Yves Saint Laurent rive gauche runway pouf/ puffer dress. Black iridescent strapless dress featuring an oversized bow on the backside, bubble dress style can be ...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Pouf Pink Bow Dress
Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Pouf Pink Bow Dress

Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Pouf Pink Bow Dress

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Make a statement coming & going in this stunning Christian Lacroix Haute Couture dress. * It has zippers on the sleeves. * It closes with a double zipper down the back. * The fa...

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Late 20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Norman Norell Pouf Dress
Norman Norell Pouf Dress

Norman Norell Pouf Dress

By Traina-Norell, Norman Norell

Located in New Hope, PA

Norman Norell designing for the Traina-Norell label created this stylish lightweight black wool crepe dress in the pouf style in the late 1950's. The dress has a scoop neckline, f...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1980s Bill Blass Yellow Silk Halter Pouf Dress with Checkered Trim
1980s Bill Blass Yellow Silk Halter Pouf Dress with Checkered Trim

1980s Bill Blass Yellow Silk Halter Pouf Dress with Checkered Trim

By Bill Blass

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s Bill Blass Summer party dress: Halter-style in yellow silk with full gathered skirt and large cuffed patch pockets. Lined in yellow organza. Button up front. Bias-cut check...

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1980s American Mini Dresses

1980s Iconic Christian Lacroix Hot Pink Textured Silk Pouf Dress w Side Panels
1980s Iconic Christian Lacroix Hot Pink Textured Silk Pouf Dress w Side Panels

1980s Iconic Christian Lacroix Hot Pink Textured Silk Pouf Dress w Side Panels

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Gresham, OR

Hot pink textured silk spaghetti strap cocktail dress with full knee-length skirt, crinoline and horsehair underpinnings and two side poufs gathered into velvet ribbon bows.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN pink LEOPARD FLARED BROCADE POUF Cocktail Dress 38
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN pink LEOPARD FLARED BROCADE POUF Cocktail Dress 38

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN pink LEOPARD FLARED BROCADE POUF Cocktail Dress 38

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

Alexander McQueen brocade leopard pouf dress in pink and red nylon (46%), silk (44%), and acrylic (10%).

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Dresses

1980s Christian Lacroix Couture Shocking Pink Silk Matelassé Strapless Dress
1980s Christian Lacroix Couture Shocking Pink Silk Matelassé Strapless Dress

1980s Christian Lacroix Couture Shocking Pink Silk Matelassé Strapless Dress

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Shocking Pink Silk Matelassé Strapless Pouf Dress: A great early example of the Lacroix classic cocktail dress in a vivid pink textured woven s...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Isabelle Allard Body-hugging Pouf-Pouf wool jersey dress
Isabelle Allard Body-hugging Pouf-Pouf wool jersey dress

Isabelle Allard Body-hugging Pouf-Pouf wool jersey dress

By Isabelle Allard

Located in New York, NY

Deep violet-plum wool jersey body-hugging dress is detailed with silk Taffeta to give that Pouf-Pouf effect.

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Geoffrey Beene Black Pouf Cocktail Dress
Geoffrey Beene Black Pouf Cocktail Dress

Geoffrey Beene Black Pouf Cocktail Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Alford, MA

Geoffrey Beene at his best. A stunning cocktail dress in black silk fabric with lustrous dots throughout, shaped as a bustier on top and through the hips where the tucking leads to a...

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Late 20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950's Norell Black Satin Pouf Cocktail Dress
1950's Norell Black Satin Pouf Cocktail Dress

1950's Norell Black Satin Pouf Cocktail Dress

By Norman Norell

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Norman Norell 1950's demi couture for I Magnin black satin cocktail dress with spaghetti strap plunging v neckline. Fitted bodice and pouf skirt with built in crinoline.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1960's French Couture Black Taffeta Pouf Cocktail Dress
1960's French Couture Black Taffeta Pouf Cocktail Dress

1960's French Couture Black Taffeta Pouf Cocktail Dress

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Elegant French couture, anonymous black silk taffeta belted pouf style cocktail dress from the 1960's. The dress has a 'crumb catcher' strapless neckline that is accentuated with an ...

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

1980 Adolfo Gold Lace & Sequin Pouf Shoulder Cocktail Mini Dress Size 4
1980 Adolfo Gold Lace & Sequin Pouf Shoulder Cocktail Mini Dress Size 4

1980 Adolfo Gold Lace & Sequin Pouf Shoulder Cocktail Mini Dress Size 4

By Adolfo

Located in Gresham, OR

Early 1980s Adolfo sequined and beaded gold lace 3/4 sleeve mini dress with pouf shoulder. Gold bead banding at hem, collar and cuff.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Christian LaCroix Strapless Merry Widow Dress w Pouf Skirt in Black Lace
1990s Christian LaCroix Strapless Merry Widow Dress w Pouf Skirt in Black Lace

1990s Christian LaCroix Strapless Merry Widow Dress w Pouf Skirt in Black Lace

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Gresham, OR

1990s Christian LaCroix Strapless Merry Widow Dress w Pouf Skirt in Black Lace and Gold Embroidery A fantastically iconic LaCroix that features a "Merry Widow" style boned bodice i...

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

MICHAEL NOVARESE Green Striped Pouf Gown with Velvet Bows Size 2-4
MICHAEL NOVARESE Green Striped Pouf Gown with Velvet Bows Size 2-4

MICHAEL NOVARESE Green Striped Pouf Gown with Velvet Bows Size 2-4

By Michael Novarese

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Michael Novarese gown is composed of a green striped satin with gold accenting. Features a sweetheart neckline, structured side poufs, and velvet bows. There is a center back ...

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20th Century American Evening Gowns

1980s Travilla 2-Piece Velvet and Silver Leopard Lame Pouf Ball Gown
1980s Travilla 2-Piece Velvet and Silver Leopard Lame Pouf Ball Gown

1980s Travilla 2-Piece Velvet and Silver Leopard Lame Pouf Ball Gown

By Travilla

Located in Gresham, OR

A gorgeous 1980s 2-piece, jacket and gown ensemble by Travilla: Deep black velvet spaghetti strapped gown with structured bodice, fitted body and extravagant silver lame leopard pat...

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1980s American Ball Gowns

Marc Jacobs Dark Magenta Silk Taffeta Dress
Marc Jacobs Dark Magenta Silk Taffeta Dress

Marc Jacobs Dark Magenta Silk Taffeta Dress

By Marc Jacobs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Marc Jacobs dark magenta silk taffeta dress with a built-in ruffled organza crinoline and a cascading drape with pouf.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses

Bill Blass Black Wool Crepe and Taffeta Cocktail Dress
Bill Blass Black Wool Crepe and Taffeta Cocktail Dress

Bill Blass Black Wool Crepe and Taffeta Cocktail Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

Bill Blass Black wool crepe long sleeved cocktail dress with taffeta "pouf" at hem. Slim body silhouette with slightly gathered rounded "puff" shoulder.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black Velour V-Neck Dress
Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black Velour V-Neck Dress

Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black Velour V-Neck Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Kingston, NY

The dress has the pouf detail at the shoulder of the sleeve and black satin ruffles at the cuff of the sleeves.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Strapless Ivory Guipure Lace Corseted Robe Française Wedding Dress - XS, 1950s
Strapless Ivory Guipure Lace Corseted Robe Française Wedding Dress - XS, 1950s

Strapless Ivory Guipure Lace Corseted Robe Française Wedding Dress - XS, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

(Sorry, we had to…) Strapless ivory knee-length dress with fixed pouf skirt; heavy guipure lace exterior with gathered and flared chiffon bust and matching chiffon ribbon at front c...

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1950s Unknown Wedding Dresses

Guy Laroche Pink Silk Gazar Pouf Dress
Guy Laroche Pink Silk Gazar Pouf Dress

Guy Laroche Pink Silk Gazar Pouf Dress

By Guy Laroche

Located in New York, NY

Charming Guy Laroche Hot Pink Silk Gazar Pouf Dress from the 1980's. Slubbed silk gazar is similar to an organza with a striated texture.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1980s Bill Blass Silk Floral Print Strapless Pouf Dress
1980s Bill Blass Silk Floral Print Strapless Pouf Dress

1980s Bill Blass Silk Floral Print Strapless Pouf Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Gresham, OR

Fabulous 1980s Bill Blass strapless silk floral print pouf dress. Back zipper and stays.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Fabulous 1980s Vicky Vaughn Green + Black Metallic Vintage 80s Pouf Dress
Fabulous 1980s Vicky Vaughn Green + Black Metallic Vintage 80s Pouf Dress

Fabulous 1980s Vicky Vaughn Green + Black Metallic Vintage 80s Pouf Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Fabulous 1980s VICKY VAUGHN green and black abstract print strapless pouf dress! Features a gorgeous emerald green metallic background with black abstract prints throughout.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Amazing Vintage Vicky Tiel Blue + Purple Animal Print Ruched Party Pouf Dress
Amazing Vintage Vicky Tiel Blue + Purple Animal Print Ruched Party Pouf Dress

Amazing Vintage Vicky Tiel Blue + Purple Animal Print Ruched Party Pouf Dress

By Vicky Tiel

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing vintage Vicky Tiel blue and purple silk pouf dress! Flattering ruching on bodice, with an incredible 'pouf' skirt!

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

CHRISTIAN SIRIANO 2021 Runway red Victorian duchess Le Pouf dress US2 XS
CHRISTIAN SIRIANO 2021 Runway red Victorian duchess Le Pouf dress US2 XS

CHRISTIAN SIRIANO 2021 Runway red Victorian duchess Le Pouf dress US2 XS

By Christian Siriano

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHRISTIAN SIRIANO 2021 Runway red Victorian duchess Le Pouf dress US2 XS Reference: AAWC/A00202 Brand: Christian Siriano Collection: 2021 - Runway Material: 100% Silk Color: Red Patt...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

Sensational Vintage 80’s Paul Louis Orrier Paris Black Silk Sequin Pouf Dress
Sensational Vintage 80’s Paul Louis Orrier Paris Black Silk Sequin Pouf Dress

Sensational Vintage 80’s Paul Louis Orrier Paris Black Silk Sequin Pouf Dress

By Paul-Louis Orrier

Located in San Diego, CA

Sensational vintage 1980s PAUL-LOUIS ORRIER COUTURE black silk taffeta strapless 'pouf' dress! Flattering hand-pleated bodice, with a section of black sequins at waist and side bust.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Pouf Dress
Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Pouf Dress

Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Pouf Dress

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Gresham, OR

Strapless bodice with ribbon overlay detailing with an architectural horse hair underpinning. Yellow silk satin skirt with black French lace overlay.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

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Pouf Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary pouf dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. If you’re looking for an option in black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in gray, pink and more. Finding the perfect pouf dress may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 19th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Christian Lacroix, Adam Beall and Adolfo each produced a popular version that is worth a look.

How Much is a Pouf Dress?

The price for a pouf dress starts at $495 and tops out at $8,500, and on average, selling for $2,250.

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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. 

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