Ralph Lauren Early Floral Cottage Core Cotton Prairie Dress, 1980s
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early in Ralph Lauren's historic career, he began to tap into early Americana- as illustrated by this iconic prairie dress. Apron pockets with a tie belt waist.
Gunne Sax Prairie Dress Pink Calico Print
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This prairie style dress is so unique, especially with the semi-corseted bust.It has floral design print throughout, with delicate detailing for the finishes.
Vintage Gina Fratini Pink and White Prairie Dress
By Gina Fratini
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage dress by Gina Fratini for Paula Lee. In a pink and white check with central back zip and frill over the arms, its a real head turner. Measurements: Bust 36'', len...
1970s Yellow Vintage Flower Print Striped Long Sleeve 70s Boho Prairie Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s yellow flower and stripe printed long sleeve boho prairie jersey dress! Fitted bodice with a drawstring waist and A line skirt.
Original Civil War White Western Prairie Homesteader Shirtwaist Dress -XS, 1860s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Its Western yoke and caballero-style cuffs are a fleeting nod to masculinity, but the tatted lace trim and full rear princess seams should remind contemporary women that feminine req...
CHRISTIAN DIOR multicolor cotton 2021 PATCHWORK PAISLEY VOILE MIDI Dress S
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior prairie dress in multicolored voile cotton showcases a stunning patchwork of paisley-inspired prints, creating a beautifully bohemian aesthetic.
Edwardian Eyelet and Linen Sailor Bodice Tea Wedding Patio Dress – S, 1900s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Beyond its exquisite details, comfort and wearable size, it also sports the beautifully flounced hem being revived in modern prairie dresses today. Long sleeved tea dress with front...
1970s Gina Fratini Patchwork Boho Floral Print Dress
By Gina Fratini
Located in London, GB
A Gina Fratini 1970s boho luxe version of a prairie dress with two contrasting fabrics in a patch work design.
1970s Floral Boho Prairie Corset Dress
Located in London, GB
This is a really good example of late 60s to early 70s fashion when the hippie vibe was in full swing in America. This is most likely a European equivalent, on account of the dress l...
NWT 1970s Jay Morley Fern Violette Bohemian Vintage 70s Maxi Dress Sash Tassels
By Jay Morley For Fern Violette, Jay Morley
Located in San Diego, CA
⸻ Styling Versatility This piece transitions effortlessly: • Day: Flat sandals, oversized sunglasses, woven tote • Evening: Gold heels, statement earrings, sleek hair • Resort...
2000's Versace Floral & Striped colourful Prairie Summer Dress - Off shoulder
By Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Colourful 2000's Vintage Versace Mini dress featuring floral & striped prints with elasticated collar line that can be styled on or off the shoulders, buttons down the front an...
Vintage cottagecore prairie cotton white red floral print halter backless dress
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A beautiful vintage dress most likely from the 1970's Cottagecore style maxi length dress in white with red, yellow and green floral print Halter neck style with ruffle trim to the n...
Oscar de la Renta vintage puff sleeve prairie plisse wrap belted maxi dress robe
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE Oscar de la Renta swim vintage wrap dress in a combination of pastel toned lilac, pink and grey check print Plisse effect to the fabric Oversized puffed 3/4 leng...
Original Screen Worn Movie Dress Period 1800 Calico Prairie Lace Vintage Antique
Located in Berlin, BE
One of a kind rare collectors piece! The original dress worn on screen by actress Gugu Mbatha-Raw as "Rachel" in the movie "Free State Of Jones", also starring Matthew McConaughey. ...
1960s Gunne Sax Black Label Cream and Patchwork Dress
Located in London, GB
Incorporating many of the label’s signature prairie references, this cotton-mix dress features crochet trim, a lace-up bust and colourful patchwork-print fabric across the chest, dow...
CHRISTIAN DIOR light blue linen 2018 LACE TRIM MAXI Dress 40 M
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior prairie maxi dress in light blue linen (100%) with ivory Chambray lace trim in cotton (95%) and nylon (5%).
1960s Gunne Sax Black Label Linen and Crochet Laced Bodice Dress
Located in London, GB
Incorporating many of the label’s signature prairie references, this cotton maxi-dress features crochet detailing across a panel that falls the length of the front and back.
1960s Gunne Sax Cream Linen Mini Corset Dress with Wooden Beads
Located in London, GB
Incorporating many of the label’s signature prairie references, this full length dress features scallop trim formed from braided rope across the bust, sleeves and pleated, flounce hem.
1970s Floral Printed Chiffon Prairie Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s floral printed chiffon prairie dress featuring sheer full length bishop sleeves, ruffled cuffs, a pleated skirt, high-neckline, and ruffle trim along the bloused bodice.
1970s Gunne Sax Robin's Egg Blue Prairie Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Gunnel Sax cotton voile calf length prairie dress in a robin's egg blue and beige calico printed overskirt/bust.
1970s Gunne Sax Denim and Crochet Prairie Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Gunne Sax cotton denim prairie dress featuring an off white crochet trim along the full length sleeves, tied-neckline, and wide ruffle hem.
1970s Jean Varon Blue Cotton Dress
By Jean Varon
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A great 1970s Jean Veron floral print prairie dress with a full skirt and balloon sleeves.
1969 Gunne Sax Eclectic Horseman Printed Cotton Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 1960s (1969; Black label) Gunne Sax cotton prairie dress/cottage dress featuring an "Eclectic Horseman" print in tones of blue, lavender, mustard, and indigo.
1970's Victor Costa Prairie Style Cotton Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in London, GB
Romantic 1970's dress by Victor Costa in prairie style, in a soft cotton blend, possibly cotton and viscose (no fabric label) with a dainty floral pattern in ivory, pink and blue.
1960s/1970s Gunne Sax Lace Cottage Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 1960s to early 1970s Gunne Sax cream prairie/cottage dress featuring crochet lace paneling alone the face of the dress and sleeves.
1970s Gunne Sax Floral Printed Cotton Day Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Gunne Sax Rust colored floral printed prairie day dress made of a fine cotton voile. The full bishop sleeves have a wide zippered cuff finished with lace.
Doen Tan Lace-Trimmed Prairie Dress
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Tan lace-trimmed maxi prairie dress by Doen. Crew neck. Short sleeves. Buttons at nape.
Diane Von Furstenberg Navy & Multicolor 80s Prairie Dress
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Vintage navy, black and white prairie dress by Diane Von Furstenberg. Circa 1980s.
Vintage Gunne Sax Red Print Lace Bell Sleeve Prairie Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your spring fashion game with our Vintage Gunne Sax Red Print Lace Bell Sleeve Prairie Dress. This stunning maxi dress features charming bell sleeves and a striking red print...
1970s Handmade Southwestern Prairie Maxi Dress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Early 1970s Handmade Southwestern Prairie dress! Flattering empire waistline with square neckline.
French 1970s Paisley Ruffle Prairie Midi Dress
By La Provence De Pierre Deux
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
French 1970s Indie Paisley Ruffle Prairie dress! Black and red contrasting floral print on soft cotton.
1970'S Navy Blue Polyester Chiffon Prairie Floral Boho Dress From Belgium
Located in New York, NY
1970'S Navy Blue Polyester Chiffon Prairie Floral Boho Dress From Belgium
Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Red Orange Paisley Ruffle Prairie Skirt and Top Set
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche red orange paisley print prairie style skirt with tiered ruffle hem and coordinating (but not matching) button up blouse. Collared blouse...
Vintage Boho 1970s Cotton Voile Raspberry Pink and Ivory Lace Halter Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 70s boho prairie maxi dress! Raspberry pink mini flowers printed throughout, with ivory lace accents at the bust, and at the tiers on the skirt.
1970's Valentino Prairie Dress wRuffled Eyelet Lace Trim
By Valentino
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Valentino 100% linen off-white prairie dress with ruffled eyelet lace trim at collar, cuffs, hem and at either sides of pin-tucking down bodice front.
Vera Mont 1970s Prairie Navy Polka Dot Dress
By Vera Mont
Located in London, GB
This enchanting Vera Mont 1970s prairie dress with high-collar neckline and ruffle detail is a fine example of this classic style.
Christian Dior By Maria Grazia Chiuri Runway Day Shirt Dress, Resort 2018
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior
Located in Geneva, CH
Inspired by the 1951 collection by Christian Dior himself, Maria Grazia Chiuri mixed up, for her 2018 Dior Resort collection, femininity with a Far West accent featuring tarot, anima...
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Size: FR 42, see measurements
Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Blue Paisley Ruffle Prairie Skirt and Top Set
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche blue print prairie style skirt with tiered ruffle hem and matching button up blouse. Fabric is slightly sheer. Collared blouse buttons at...
1970s Gunn Sax Grey Blue Cotton Prairie Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Gunnel Sax overdid grey/blue cotton prairie dress with black lace trim throughout. The bishop cuffed sleeves are made of a sheer mesh along with it s high neckline.
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1970s Vintage Blue & White Floral Prairie Cotton Ruffled Dress & Apron Skirt
Located in Portland, OR
This outfit is so similar to Ulla Johnson and other mainstream modern designers who have embraced this prairie style look . The dress is in white with navy blue flowers and has a ruf...
Cardinali Plaid Peasant Prairie Dress with Ruffle Hem, Fall 1972
By Cardinali
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Cardinali 1972 Plaid Peasant Prairie Dress from Fall 1972. Bust 36" Waist 25" Hips 38" Length 60"
Gina Fratini Vintage Patchwork Fabric Cotton Voile Prairie Dress, 1970s
By Gina Fratini
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Gina Fratini Vintage Patchwork Fabric Cotton Prairie Dress, 1970s Estimated Size: UK 10/ US 6/ EU 38.
1970s Victor Costa Sheer Floral and Paisley Print Prairie Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Houston, TX
Victor Costa blue, gold and rust sheer floral print dress with paisley style borders has a large ruffle neck, sheer bishop sleeves and gathered tiered maxi skirt. Self fabric is a sh...
1978 Yves Saint Laurent YSL Plaid Ruffled Documented Peasant Prairie Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
This peasant style vintage dress was designed by Yves Saint Laurent in the late 1970's. We have shown a photo from L'Officiel in 1978 with the model wearing the sash as a bow and the...
Bill Blass 1980s Maxi Cotton Dress Size 8 / 10.
By Bill Blass
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bill Blass for I.Magnin 1980s white eyelet cotton top long prairie dress with pockets & belt is a size large but fits a size 8 / 10.
Rare Vintage Ralph Lauren 1980s High Neck Plaid Prairie Style Dress Size 8
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Portland, OR
This is a rare 1980's Ralph Lauren vintage plaid dress with a high neck and white buttons down the front. The fabric of this vintage dress is a gorgeous plaid in shades of orange, re...
$1,454Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $1815 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 37 * Yel...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
$716Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10 / 12
1990s Linda Segal Size 10 12 Red White Colorblock Pique Cotton Vintage 90s Dress
By Linda Segal
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish and flattering early 90s LINDA SEGAL lipstick red and white colorblocked pique cotton sleeveless nautical sheath dress ! Linda Segal pieces were often worn by Fran Fine, play...
$1,780Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
By Jean Patou
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...
Lilac One-Shoulder Gown with Hand Beaded Lace Detail
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a lovely custom couture evening gown that was created specifically for it's original owner. There are no labels present for the creator or fabric content. The dress is constr...
$194Sale Price|25% Off
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage pants trousers featuring a multi colored wall and flags print. These trousers feature : - Velvety touch material. - Front buttoning. - Front and back pock...
NWT Vintage Bob Mackie Size 8 Black and White Color Block Sleeveless Gown Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and flattering brand new with original store tags vintage BOB MACKIE black and white color block Size 8 evening gown! Features blak crepe at bust, white crepe at waist, and...
$2,280Sale Price|20% Off
New With Tags Salvatore Ferragamo Gancini Leather Monogram Duffle Bag $2850
By Salvatore Ferragamo
Located in Conroe, TX
Salvatore Ferragamo Brand New With Tags $2850 Charcoal and black leather and acetate Salvatore Ferragamo Gancini Duffle Bag Zips across the top from both sides Dual Flat Logo Handles...
1970s Lilli Diamond Taupe + Mint Green Marabou Feather 70s Maxi Dress + Jacket
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic vintage LILLI DIAMOND taupe and mint green jersey maxi dress and matching cardigan / jacket ! Features a soft jersey fabric that offers plenty of stretch. Sleeveless maxi d...
$535Sale Price|50% Off
Bally Astara Crocodile Embossed Leather Pencil Miniskirt
By Bally
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
This Bally Astara pencil miniskirt is crafted from crocodile-embossed leather with a sleek, form-fitting silhouette. A concealed back zip closure completes the design. Banded waist B...
AZZEDINE ALAÏA S/S 1990 Runway Bodycon "The Supermodel" Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Berlin, BE
Brand: Alaïa Designer: Azzedine Alaïa Collection: Spring / Summer 1990 Material: Stretch Color: Black Size: L Made in Italy From Azzedine Alaïa’s Spring Summer 1990 collection, this...
$2,300Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Italian Sz 42
New Rare Gucci Black Spiderweb Silk Runway Dress Fall 2013 Sz 42 $2875
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Spiderweb Silk Dress Brand New Fall 2013 * Retail $2875 * IT Size: 42 Spiderweb Lace Detail There is a fair amount of Elastane, so a nice stretch to this dress. * Side Slit * ...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...
1981 Madame Gres Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Skirt & Blouse Ensemble w/Shoes
By Madame Gres
Located in Studio City, CA
A 1981 Madame Gres haute couture dark scarlet silk taffeta skirt and blouse ensemble with matching high-heeled shoes size 6 1/2. Features the iconic Mme Gres gathered/balloon sleeve,...
Gianni Versace One Shoulder Dress with Cut out
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from Gianni Versace. It is comprised of a one shoulder bodice attached by one side to the skirt portion leaving a wedge of exposed skin between the two. ...
Gucci Silk Slip Dress with Lace and Leather Trim
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rose silk slip dress from Gucci. It has double spaghetti straps, one in patent leather matching the G adorned strap crossing the upper chest. There is detailed black lace ...
Luxurious and versatile, designer day dresses are as well suited to tea at an upscale hotel as they are to your next garden or rooftop party.
Today’s featherlight unisex day dresses — as well as the vibrant vintage day dresses of the 1950s and ’60s — look quite different from the heavy, fabric-rich de rigueur garments of the Victorian era. In the late 19th century, a woman of a certain standing might have multiple dresses to wear throughout the day: specifically, one or two for the daytime and one for the evening. For example, a long-sleeve silk dress with a prominently flared back and a round collar of gold beaded lace that hugs the neck would be suitable for stepping out during the day, while a velvet gown trimmed in silk embroidery but overall comparatively informal in appearance would be worn for afternoon tea at home. At night, a silk velvet evening dress could feature natural world motifs such as butterflies (a characteristic of Art Nouveau design) and have short sleeves adorned with lace and ruffles and a scooped neckline — the perfect attire for the theater.
During the 1920s, after all the chores were done, a woman would change from her housework clothing into a more fashionable day dress to run her errands or socialize. Some 1920s day dresses were brightly colored and featured bold patterns — a cotton dress with a dazzling floral print, perhaps, or, in the case of the more venturesome Art Deco apparel sold in high-end couture fashion boutiques of the era, semi-sheer silk garments embellished with three-dimensional beadwork or rich metallic gold lamé.
Today, a closet full of casual vintage day dresses is a must-have. Whether you opt for black, crimson or beige, day dresses bring an element of glamour to your next appointment, and in the summer, who doesn’t love a wonderfully simple, lightweight day dress cut in cotton and linen?
Because different fashion designers of every decade have offered their own take on the widely loved day dress, you’ll be able to find a variety of vintage and designer day dresses on 1stDibs. Search by creator to find enduring designs by the likes of Emilio Pucci, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior, or browse by period to uncover a scintillating collection of cotton and satin patterned dresses of the 1950s and ’60s.
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