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2010 Vintage McQueen Dress Black Embellished Dress
2010 Vintage McQueen Dress Black Embellished Dress

2010 Vintage McQueen Dress Black Embellished Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Montgomery, TX

Alexander McQueen, Fall/Winter 2010 Black Beaded Tulle Dress A rare and powerful piece from the

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Enrico Coveri Boutique - Bustier Dress with Geometric Print
Enrico Coveri Boutique - Bustier Dress with Geometric Print

Enrico Coveri Boutique - Bustier Dress with Geometric Print

By Enrico Coveri

Located in Milano, IT

Striking and rare vintage bustier dress from the high-end Enrico Coveri Boutique line, crafted in

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1980s Italian Ballerina Day Dresses

2000s Tiziano Mazzilli "Gypsy Couture" Beaded Silk Halter Dress
2000s Tiziano Mazzilli "Gypsy Couture" Beaded Silk Halter Dress

2000s Tiziano Mazzilli "Gypsy Couture" Beaded Silk Halter Dress

Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR

' dress is a rare archival find. Crafted in New York from 100% pure silk, it features a rich mustard

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Early 2000s American Mini Dresses

1950s Pink and Black Novelty Geisha Print Button Down Dress
1950s Pink and Black Novelty Geisha Print Button Down Dress

1950s Pink and Black Novelty Geisha Print Button Down Dress

Located in London, GB

A rare mid-century button down dress with an amazing novelty Geisha print. This is one of the most

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1950s French Casual Dresses

CHANELl 8K$ Couture Tweed Dress with Floral Appliqué 42 FR
CHANELl 8K$ Couture Tweed Dress with Floral Appliqué 42 FR

CHANELl 8K$ Couture Tweed Dress with Floral Appliqué 42 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

— Chanel 2010 Lesage Tweed Dress with Couture Floral Embellishment — boutique value over 8,000

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2010s Casual Dresses

CHANEL New Iconic Black Shimmer Tweed Belted Dress 36 FR
CHANEL New Iconic Black Shimmer Tweed Belted Dress 36 FR

CHANEL New Iconic Black Shimmer Tweed Belted Dress 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Métiers relic • — Seen on Selena Gomez, this dress carries the rare double aura of runway legitimacy and

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Antique Victorian Calico Dress
Antique Victorian Calico Dress

Antique Victorian Calico Dress

$324Sale Price|44% Off

Size: see description for sizing

Antique Victorian Calico Dress

Located in New York, NY

I am so excited to share this incredibly rare Victorian calico dress; it's so difficult to find

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1880s Tea Gowns

Prada Resort 2008 Honeysuckle Print One Sleeve Dress
Prada Resort 2008 Honeysuckle Print One Sleeve Dress

Prada Resort 2008 Honeysuckle Print One Sleeve Dress

By Prada, Miuccia Prada

Located in London, GB

Super rare, iconic dress from Prada's Resort 2008 collection - Look 5 on the runway. In amazing

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Early 2000s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Chanel 1994 - CC knitted Striped Runway Dress
Vintage Chanel 1994 - CC knitted Striped Runway Dress

Vintage Chanel 1994 - CC knitted Striped Runway Dress

By Chanel

Located in Iba, PH

CHANEL READY-TO-WEAR SPRING-SUMMER 1994. Vintage Chanel 1994 - CC knitted Striped Dress. As seen

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1990s Italian Mini Dresses

Prada x Elizabeth Diller The Envelope Transformable Dress Black
Prada x Elizabeth Diller The Envelope Transformable Dress Black

Prada x Elizabeth Diller The Envelope Transformable Dress Black

By Prada, Miuccia Prada

Located in London, GB

Super cool, super rare Prada ‘The Envelope’ dress from the Spring 2019 collaboration with American

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2010s Unknown Shift Dresses

Chanel Pink Tweed and black frayed dress runway collectors
Chanel Pink Tweed and black frayed dress runway collectors

Chanel Pink Tweed and black frayed dress runway collectors

By Chanel

Located in London, England

Chanel Rare Collectors Pink Tweed dress, in barbie pink and black frayed finishing on the shoulder

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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

1940S Floral Print Black Silk Crepe De Chine Dress
1940S Floral Print Black Silk Crepe De Chine Dress

1940S Floral Print Black Silk Crepe De Chine Dress

Located in New York, NY

This rare 1940s dress is even more special in that it is made of silk and not the customary rayon

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1940s Casual Dresses

1920S Black Sheer Silk Jersey Dress With Floral Embroidery
1920S Black Sheer Silk Jersey Dress With Floral Embroidery

1920S Black Sheer Silk Jersey Dress With Floral Embroidery

Located in New York, NY

Exceptionally rare and early jersey dress from the 1920s. This dress is in great wearable condition

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1920s Casual Dresses

Plein Sud Midi Dress with Sculptural Seaming - SS 2004
Plein Sud Midi Dress with Sculptural Seaming - SS 2004

Plein Sud Midi Dress with Sculptural Seaming - SS 2004

By Plein Sud

Located in Milano, IT

This rare and arresting midi dress is a striking example of early 2000s European fashion

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Early 2000s French Ballerina Day Dresses

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Maille F/W 1999 Hoops Knit Dress L
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Maille F/W 1999 Hoops Knit Dress L

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Maille F/W 1999 Hoops Knit Dress L

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Berlin, BE

- Produced by Fuzzi Rare Jean Paul Gaultier dress from his fall/winter 1999 collection, part of the Maille

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1990s Italian Maxi Dresses

Prada Vintage Spring 1996 Formica Tile Print Dress Women's IT44/UK12
Prada Vintage Spring 1996 Formica Tile Print Dress Women's IT44/UK12

Prada Vintage Spring 1996 Formica Tile Print Dress Women's IT44/UK12

By Prada, Miuccia Prada

Located in London, GB

Ultra rare Prada formica tile print dress from the Spring 1996 collection. Impossible to find, a

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1990s Unknown Sheath Dresses

1998 Issey Miyake guest artist series n.3 Tim Hawkinson dress
1998 Issey Miyake guest artist series n.3 Tim Hawkinson dress

1998 Issey Miyake guest artist series n.3 Tim Hawkinson dress

By Issey Miyake Guest Artist

Located in Milano, Lombardia

1998 Issey Miyake guest artist series n.3 Tim Hawkinson dress This rare 1998 Issey Miyake piece

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1990s Casual Dresses

Kristyna Kitsis Matte Jersey Peekaboo Scarf Point Dress, UK
Kristyna Kitsis Matte Jersey Peekaboo Scarf Point Dress, UK

Kristyna Kitsis Matte Jersey Peekaboo Scarf Point Dress, UK

Located in New York, NY

her line Ectomorph, but this is one of her rare early matte jersey club dresses. 1980's UK. Small

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1980s British Cocktail Dresses

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere Fall 2002 Cubist Mixed Media Dress
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere Fall 2002 Cubist Mixed Media Dress

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere Fall 2002 Cubist Mixed Media Dress

By Nicolas Ghesquière, Balenciaga

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière Cubist Flounce Hem Dress Fall 2002 Runway Collection A striking

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Early 2000s European Casual Dresses

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Colorful Logo Print Pleated Sleeveless Dress
Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Colorful Logo Print Pleated Sleeveless Dress

Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Colorful Logo Print Pleated Sleeveless Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

. - Rare combined dress with ecru shade top and brown pleated skirt part. - Colorful prints of animals and

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1980s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

Moschino 'Anni Di Kaos' Iconic Print Velvet Dress, c. 1997
Moschino 'Anni Di Kaos' Iconic Print Velvet Dress, c. 1997

Moschino 'Anni Di Kaos' Iconic Print Velvet Dress, c. 1997

By Moschino Cheap and Chic

Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR

Moschino Fashion History 'Anni Di Kaos' Iconic Print Velvet Shift Dress, c. 1997 Rare vintage

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1990s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

Brunello Cuccinelli Sequin Linen Silk Cold Shoulder Tunic Sweater Dress M
Brunello Cuccinelli Sequin Linen Silk Cold Shoulder Tunic Sweater Dress M

Brunello Cuccinelli Sequin Linen Silk Cold Shoulder Tunic Sweater Dress M

By Brunello Cucinelli

Located in San Diego, CA

dress, tunic top, or layered piece This rare knit dress combines Italian luxury, sparkling sequins, and

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Chanel NWT 11A Fall 2011 Tweed Runway Dress 42 New
Chanel NWT 11A Fall 2011 Tweed Runway Dress 42 New

Chanel NWT 11A Fall 2011 Tweed Runway Dress 42 New

By Chanel

Located in Merced, CA

Rare to find Chanel tweed dress from Chanel Fall 2011 runway collection. It is adorned with back

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Rare Halston Silk Floral Boat-Neck Sheath with Optional Tie
Rare Halston Silk Floral Boat-Neck Sheath with Optional Tie

Rare Halston Silk Floral Boat-Neck Sheath with Optional Tie

By Halston

Located in New York, NY

one side in navy, giving the option to wear this wonderful dress three ways. The length measures 42 1

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1970s Hong Kong Sheath Dresses

Junko Koshino Vintage 1980s 80s Yellow Knit Asymmetric Sweater Dress
Junko Koshino Vintage 1980s 80s Yellow Knit Asymmetric Sweater Dress

Junko Koshino Vintage 1980s 80s Yellow Knit Asymmetric Sweater Dress

By Junko Koshino

Located in Sparks, NV

Rare vintage knit dress by Junko Koshino. Asymmetric hemline and yellow, black and silver striped

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1980s Japanese Mini Dresses

Chanel SS14 Tweed Rope Trim Black Cold Shoulder Shift Dress
Chanel SS14 Tweed Rope Trim Black Cold Shoulder Shift Dress

Chanel SS14 Tweed Rope Trim Black Cold Shoulder Shift Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in London, GB

Fabulous unworn Chanel SS14 dress in a rare larger size. Bought for £3500 and never worn. Made

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Early 2000s French Shift Dresses

GIVENCHY Runway Tweed Bouclé Dress & Wrap-Scarf Trim Mohair C.1980s
GIVENCHY Runway Tweed Bouclé Dress & Wrap-Scarf Trim Mohair C.1980s

GIVENCHY Runway Tweed Bouclé Dress & Wrap-Scarf Trim Mohair C.1980s

By Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique, Givenchy

Located in London, GB

A stunning collector, a very rare GIVENCHY dress set with a separate large fluffy wrap-cape

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1980s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

John Galliano Rare Deco Inspired High Style Gown
John Galliano Rare Deco Inspired High Style Gown

John Galliano Rare Deco Inspired High Style Gown

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Circa f/w 2008 John Galliano mauve silk charmeuse dress adorned with deco inspired faux pearl and

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Antique Edwardian Embroidered Ivory Lace Dress
Antique Edwardian Embroidered Ivory Lace Dress

Antique Edwardian Embroidered Ivory Lace Dress

$1,000

Size: see description for measurements

Antique Edwardian Embroidered Ivory Lace Dress

Located in New York, NY

find these rare antique dresses in wearable condition. This would be such a beautiful "Something Old

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19th Century Evening Dresses

John Galliano Hi Fashion Sculptural Evening Dress
John Galliano Hi Fashion Sculptural Evening Dress

John Galliano Hi Fashion Sculptural Evening Dress

By John Galliano

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare and sophisticated constructed evening dress by John Galliano from his 2007 Collection, which

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Chanel Boutique Vintage Oversize Maxi Dress Shirt Cover Up 92P 1992
Chanel Boutique Vintage Oversize Maxi Dress Shirt Cover Up 92P 1992

Chanel Boutique Vintage Oversize Maxi Dress Shirt Cover Up 92P 1992

By Chanel, Chanel Boutique

Located in Merced, CA

Chanel rare vintage oversize maxi dress shirt adorned with full length Chanel CC interlocking

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19th Century French Maxi Dresses

Alexander McQueen Runway Ostrich Feather Mini Dress New!
Alexander McQueen Runway Ostrich Feather Mini Dress New!

Alexander McQueen Runway Ostrich Feather Mini Dress New!

By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare show stopping evening dress, a head turning entrance piece. Alexander McQueen by Sarah

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Rare Jeanne Lanvin Art Deco Tulle Gown
Rare Jeanne Lanvin Art Deco Tulle Gown

Rare Jeanne Lanvin Art Deco Tulle Gown

By Jeanne Lanvin

Located in New York, NY

Rare and important Jeanne Lanvin Tulle Art Deco gown from Summer 1931 of grasshopper green silk

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1930s French Evening Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Rare Vintage Asian Inspired Gown
Roberto Cavalli Rare Vintage Asian Inspired Gown

Roberto Cavalli Rare Vintage Asian Inspired Gown

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Roberto Cavalli vintage silk charmeuse bias cut gown. One of the designer's highly coveted styles in his early 2000 collections. Features eggshell white silk ground with Asian insp...

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage S/ S 1989 Junior Gaultier Denim Leopard Corset Dress
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage S/ S 1989 Junior Gaultier Denim Leopard Corset Dress

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage S/ S 1989 Junior Gaultier Denim Leopard Corset Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier, Junior Gaultier

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

Rare vintage Junior Gaultier corset dress from Jean Paul Gaultier’s Spring/Summer 1989 “Around the

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1980s Italian Mini Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent "Hommage A Matisse" Runway Dress, Spring-Summer 1983
Yves Saint Laurent "Hommage A Matisse" Runway Dress, Spring-Summer 1983

Yves Saint Laurent "Hommage A Matisse" Runway Dress, Spring-Summer 1983

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Geneva, CH

Spring-Summer 1983 collection. This rare runway dress is in line with the same patterns (abstract shape

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Matte Sequin Tunic Dress Teal Lining
F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Matte Sequin Tunic Dress Teal Lining

F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Matte Sequin Tunic Dress Teal Lining

By Donatella Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in West Hollywood, CA

simple, sleek, and sexy designs. Truly a rare find, this dress will undoubtedly shine and dazzle whenever

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Ultra-Rare 2012 Versace Fully Beaded Blush Mesh Gown
Ultra-Rare 2012 Versace Fully Beaded Blush Mesh Gown

Ultra-Rare 2012 Versace Fully Beaded Blush Mesh Gown

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

gown is an exceptionally rare piece from one of the house’s most celebrated collections. This dress is

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2010s Italian Evening Gowns

Gucci Rare 2006 Runway Shimmery Opulence Gold Beaded Gown
Gucci Rare 2006 Runway Shimmery Opulence Gold Beaded Gown

Gucci Rare 2006 Runway Shimmery Opulence Gold Beaded Gown

By Tom Ford, Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare Gucci vintage 2006 runway gown as seen on Zoe Saldana and Keira Knightly. Its style is

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

F/W 1999 Yves Saint Laurent Alber Elbaz Runway Monogram Black Silk Pleated Dress
F/W 1999 Yves Saint Laurent Alber Elbaz Runway Monogram Black Silk Pleated Dress

F/W 1999 Yves Saint Laurent Alber Elbaz Runway Monogram Black Silk Pleated Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Alber Elbaz for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in West Hollywood, CA

' monogram. A rare find, this vintage dress remains effortlessly chic and timeless. Approximate measurements

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Lilli Ann New 1940s Asymmetric Neckline Silk Dress
Lilli Ann New 1940s Asymmetric Neckline Silk Dress

Lilli Ann New 1940s Asymmetric Neckline Silk Dress

By Lilli Ann

Located in Water Mill, NY

A rare unworn 1940s dress in purple silk from Lilli Ann. It has an asymmetrical front neckline

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1988 AZZEDINE ALAIA ribbed RUNWAY dress with ruched back
1988 AZZEDINE ALAIA ribbed RUNWAY dress with ruched back

1988 AZZEDINE ALAIA ribbed RUNWAY dress with ruched back

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare black ribbed knit dress from Azzedine Alaia’s 1988 fall collection, shown on the runway

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930s Floral Crepe Maxi Tea Dress with Short Jacket
1930s Floral Crepe Maxi Tea Dress with Short Jacket

1930s Floral Crepe Maxi Tea Dress with Short Jacket

Located in London, GB

age and she is without fault. Wearable 1930s dresses are rare to market and this has survived as it is

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1930s American Evening Dresses

Philippe Venet Black Velvet Dress with Balloon Sleeves
Philippe Venet Black Velvet Dress with Balloon Sleeves

Philippe Venet Black Velvet Dress with Balloon Sleeves

By Philippe Venet

Located in Milano, IT

Step into timeless elegance with this rare vintage dress by legendary French couturier Philippe

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1970s French Evening Gowns

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Rare Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of rare dresses for sale on 1stDibs. For rare dresses, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Gray, Brown, Beige and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. Rare dresses designed by Azzedine Alaïa, Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 28 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are Rare Dresses?

On average, rare dresses on 1stDibs sell for $1,598, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $42,000 for the highest priced versions of these items.

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Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

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. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

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. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

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