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1998 Gianni Versace Couture Black and White houndstooth Dress
1998 Gianni Versace Couture Black and White houndstooth Dress

1998 Gianni Versace Couture Black and White houndstooth Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Capri, IT

1998 Gianni Versace Couture Black and White houndstooth Dress This iconic and rare dress from

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana black lace cut out halter neck evening dress IT 40
Dolce & Gabbana black lace cut out halter neck evening dress IT 40

Dolce & Gabbana black lace cut out halter neck evening dress IT 40

By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Located in Milano, Lombardia

A very rare dress by Dolce & Gabbana D&G Black slinky dress with lace cut outs Lace halter neck

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses

Michaele  Vollbracht Feathers And Sequins Dress, 1980s
Michaele  Vollbracht Feathers And Sequins Dress, 1980s

Michaele Vollbracht Feathers And Sequins Dress, 1980s

By Michaele Vollbracht

Located in New York, NY

Michaele Vollbracht very rare dress from 1980's. Beyond gorgeous dress with unusual design and look

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Late 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford GG Monogram Rhinestone Silk Chiffon Navy Dress
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford GG Monogram Rhinestone Silk Chiffon Navy Dress

S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford GG Monogram Rhinestone Silk Chiffon Navy Dress

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Spring/Summer 1998 collection, this incredibly rare dress is constructed of two layers: an interior black

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Lanvin long velvet dress  60s/70s
Lanvin long velvet dress  60s/70s

Lanvin long velvet dress 60s/70s

By Lanvin Paris

Located in Rubiera, RE

. 41 Waist cm. 34 Sleeve cm. 59 The extraordinarily fresh and extremely rare dress is in excellent

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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Dress Striking Silver Rear Swarovski Zipper Pull 40 / 6
Dolce & Gabbana Dress Striking Silver Rear Swarovski Zipper Pull 40 / 6

Dolce & Gabbana Dress Striking Silver Rear Swarovski Zipper Pull 40 / 6

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Miami, FL

Dolce&Gabbana rare dress that was sold out in the stores. This treasure was worn one time only

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Rare Thierry Mugler Corset Dress SS 1995
Rare Thierry Mugler Corset Dress SS 1995

Rare Thierry Mugler Corset Dress SS 1995

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

The Thierry Mugler corset dress is a sculptural masterpiece. The dress fuses Mugler’s razor-sharp

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1990s French Day Dresses

rare AZZEDINE ALAIA black 'Plissé Abeille' hand pleated RUNWAY dress
rare AZZEDINE ALAIA black 'Plissé Abeille' hand pleated RUNWAY dress

rare AZZEDINE ALAIA black 'Plissé Abeille' hand pleated RUNWAY dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Rare Azzedine Alaïa “Plissé Abeille” Hand-Pleated Dress Exceptionally rare black “Plissé Abeille

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2010s Italian Maxi Dress

Beautiful Thierry Mugler Couture Dress Gown Rare
Beautiful Thierry Mugler Couture Dress Gown Rare

Beautiful Thierry Mugler Couture Dress Gown Rare

By Thierry Mugler Couture

Located in Berlin, BE

viscose. The dress hugs the hips before melting into a liquid column, falling straight to the floor with

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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Rare Thierry Mugler 1986 Collection Dress with Belt
Rare Thierry Mugler 1986 Collection Dress with Belt

Rare Thierry Mugler 1986 Collection Dress with Belt

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

A very rare Thierry Mugler cotton dress, 1986 Collection. Typical 80s abstract pattern. Love these

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1980s Italian Day Dresses

VERSUS Gianni Versace rare black leather jumpsuit dress
VERSUS Gianni Versace rare black leather jumpsuit dress

VERSUS Gianni Versace rare black leather jumpsuit dress

By Versus Versace, Gianni Versace

Located in Rubiera, RE

VERSUS Gianni Versace early 1990's Rare black leather mini dress. Overalls suspender style design

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

WORLDS END BY VIVIENNE WESTWOOD SS 84 iconic and rare fluorescent dress
WORLDS END BY VIVIENNE WESTWOOD SS 84 iconic and rare fluorescent dress

WORLDS END BY VIVIENNE WESTWOOD SS 84 iconic and rare fluorescent dress

By Worlds End

Located in Milano, MILANO

Spring Summer 1984 iconic and rare World's End sleeveless fluorescent dress by Vivienne Westwood

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1980s Mini Dress

ROBERTO CAVALLI SS 08 Rare Hand Painted Maxi Dress
ROBERTO CAVALLI SS 08 Rare Hand Painted Maxi Dress

ROBERTO CAVALLI SS 08 Rare Hand Painted Maxi Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Milano, MILANO

Spring Summer 2008 rare hand painted maxi dress by Roberto Cavalli. Frilled hem and sleeves. Two

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Early 2000s Day Dresses

Rare "Punk Label" Betsey Johnson 1980s Vintage Stripe Dress
Rare "Punk Label" Betsey Johnson 1980s Vintage Stripe Dress

Rare "Punk Label" Betsey Johnson 1980s Vintage Stripe Dress

By Betsey Johnson

Located in Oakland, CA

Betsey Johson 1980s "punk label" stripe dress Body hugging with ample stretch. Back zipper. Long

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1980s American Day Dresses

very rare 1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded jersey dress
very rare 1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded jersey dress

very rare 1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded jersey dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Bias cut dress with a single swathe of darkest brown jersey forming a hooded bodice dating to 1984

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1980s Italian Day Dresses

UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38
UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38

UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

Stunning Gucci by Tom Ford lace dress From his SS 1996 collection for Gucci Finest black lace Fully

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1990s Italian Mini Dress

CHANEL Rare Vintage Runway S/S 1994 Black & White Vinyl PVC Raffia Dress
CHANEL Rare Vintage Runway S/S 1994 Black & White Vinyl PVC Raffia Dress

CHANEL Rare Vintage Runway S/S 1994 Black & White Vinyl PVC Raffia Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

striking black-and-white mini dress is crafted from glossy raffia-style vinyl, featuring alternating PVC

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1990s French Mini Dress

Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress
Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress

Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress

Located in Paris, FR

Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on

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1940s French Evening Dresses

1960S Red Rare Metal Mesh Mod Dress
1960S Red Rare Metal Mesh Mod Dress

1960S Red Rare Metal Mesh Mod Dress

Located in New York, NY

1960S Red Rare Metal Mesh Mod Dress

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1960s Casual Dresses

Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress
Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress

Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Thierry Mugler Black Dress SS 1994 Spring Summer Collection. Extremely rare collectors piece

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 1999 Christian Dior by John Galliano Runway Laser-Cut Suede Turtleneck Gown
F/W 1999 Christian Dior by John Galliano Runway Laser-Cut Suede Turtleneck Gown

F/W 1999 Christian Dior by John Galliano Runway Laser-Cut Suede Turtleneck Gown

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in West Hollywood, CA

. The dress's skirt flares below the knee and is finished with a lace hem. This incredibly rare dress is

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1990s French Evening Gowns

Rare Yves Saint Laurent  "Artist Smock" Large Bow Tie Dress
Rare Yves Saint Laurent  "Artist Smock" Large Bow Tie Dress

Rare Yves Saint Laurent "Artist Smock" Large Bow Tie Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

This wonderfully Rare signature vintage Yves Saint Laurent's '60's Red and Black smock dress

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1960s French Day Dresses

Martin Margiela Silk and Lambkin Leather Glove Dress Rare  New!
Martin Margiela Silk and Lambkin Leather Glove Dress Rare  New!

Martin Margiela Silk and Lambkin Leather Glove Dress Rare New!

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Martin Margiela dress fashioned of black silk crepe with soft lambskin saddle color leather at

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Dior Tie Dye (famous newspaper dress cut)dress by Galliano, Insanely Rare FW2000
Dior Tie Dye (famous newspaper dress cut)dress by Galliano, Insanely Rare FW2000

Dior Tie Dye (famous newspaper dress cut)dress by Galliano, Insanely Rare FW2000

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in KRAKÓW, PL

I believe we all know Sarah Jessica Parker newspaper dress! Good news! You can have insanely rare

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Early 2000s French Mini Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana  FW 2002 2003  silk transparent dress / tunic Runway rare
Dolce & Gabbana  FW 2002 2003  silk transparent dress / tunic Runway rare

Dolce & Gabbana FW 2002 2003 silk transparent dress / tunic Runway rare

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

Rarest item! Dolce & Gabbana FW 2002 2003 silk transparent dress / tunic Runway 38 it But it

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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress
Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress

Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Thierry Mugler Black Dress SS 1994 Spring Summer Collection. Extremely rare collectors piece

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980's Rare Matsuda Black Tuxedo Coat Dress
1980's Rare Matsuda Black Tuxedo Coat Dress

1980's Rare Matsuda Black Tuxedo Coat Dress

By Mitsuhiro Matsuda

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

1980's Rare Matsuda black wool crepe tuxedo coat dress with a fitted eaist and oversize cuffs at

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1980s Japanese Cocktail Dresses

Rare 1990s Moschino Couture Tie Dress
Rare 1990s Moschino Couture Tie Dress

Rare 1990s Moschino Couture Tie Dress

By Moschino

Located in London, GB

This extraordinary 1990s Moschino cocktail dress epitomises the dynamism and flare of the designer

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

CHANEL 14K$ Extremely Rare 2009 Pearl Embellished Dress 38 FR
CHANEL 14K$ Extremely Rare 2009 Pearl Embellished Dress 38 FR

CHANEL 14K$ Extremely Rare 2009 Pearl Embellished Dress 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Exceptionally Rare Navy Dress with Jewel Pearl Embellishment — Runway Spring 2009

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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

Jean Muir Dress Documented 1971 Rare
Jean Muir Dress Documented 1971 Rare

Jean Muir Dress Documented 1971 Rare

By Jean Muir

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This Dress just takes my breath away! It is one of my favorites from Jean Muir. The fabric with a

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare PACO RABANNE SS 1998 Reveal Dress
Rare PACO RABANNE SS 1998 Reveal Dress

Rare PACO RABANNE SS 1998 Reveal Dress

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Berlin, BE

exceedingly rare treasure - is more than a dress. It's a sartorial sleight-of-hand, a high-concept collectible

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Gianni Versace 1999 Velvet Burnout Dress
Rare Gianni Versace 1999 Velvet Burnout Dress

Rare Gianni Versace 1999 Velvet Burnout Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

This exquisite vintage Versace dress from 1999 exemplifies Donatella Versace’s bold and luxurious

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Moschino Rare   Dress and Jacket Cotton  Ensemble
Moschino Rare   Dress and Jacket Cotton  Ensemble

Moschino Rare Dress and Jacket Cotton Ensemble

By Moschino

Located in New York, NY

Spectacular Moschino Cheap and Chic Rare d Dress and Jacket Cotton Ensemble. Inspired by 1960

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1990s Dress and Coat Ensembles

Trifari Rare Dress Clip 1940s
Trifari Rare Dress Clip 1940s

Trifari Rare Dress Clip 1940s

By Trifari

Located in Austin, TX

Period: 1940 Hallmark: Trifari Condition: fair Dimensions: H 2.7 Inch Materials: sterling silver, rhinestones Free worldwide shipping.

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Vintage 1940s Brooches

Alexander McQueen, Blue dress, Autumn/Winter 2008
Alexander McQueen, Blue dress, Autumn/Winter 2008

Alexander McQueen, Blue dress, Autumn/Winter 2008

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

A rare dress by the great Alexander McQueen, from the romantic, pagan-inspired 'Girl who Lived in a

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Early 2000s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare 1950s Traina-Norell Black Halter Day Dress
Rare 1950s Traina-Norell Black Halter Day Dress

Rare 1950s Traina-Norell Black Halter Day Dress

By Traina-Norell

Located in Houston, TX

Extremely beautiful rare dress created by Traina-Norell in 1955. The halter day or evening

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1950s Unknown Day Dresses

Moschino Trompe L'oeil 1996 Dress
Moschino Trompe L'oeil 1996 Dress

Moschino Trompe L'oeil 1996 Dress

By Moschino

Located in Brunswick West, Victoria

Rare dress by Moschino Cheap and Chic. One half of the dress features a Chanel style jacket, and

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Roberto Cavalli lilac crystal embellished gown dress
Roberto Cavalli lilac crystal embellished gown dress

Roberto Cavalli lilac crystal embellished gown dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in North Miami, FL

Roberto Cavalli 2004 lilac maxi gown with crystal embellishments Size 38 Gorgeous, rare dress

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Meadham Kirchoff Cream Silk Parachute Runway Dress S/S 10
Meadham Kirchoff Cream Silk Parachute Runway Dress S/S 10

Meadham Kirchoff Cream Silk Parachute Runway Dress S/S 10

Located in London, GB

A beautiful and rare dress from Meadham Kirchoff’s Spring Summer 2010 runway collection. This is

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2010s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace SS 1995 butterfly runway dress
Versace SS 1995 butterfly runway dress

Versace SS 1995 butterfly runway dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in London, GB

Iconic and super rare dress in one of Versaces most iconic prints ever - the butterfly print. This

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1990s European Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen black & white dress, Autumn/Winter 2008
Alexander McQueen black & white dress, Autumn/Winter 2008

Alexander McQueen black & white dress, Autumn/Winter 2008

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

A rare dress by the great Alexander McQueen, from the romantic, pagan-inspired 'Girl who Lived in a

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980's MOSCHINO COUTURE Vintage silk tie dress
1980's MOSCHINO COUTURE Vintage silk tie dress

1980's MOSCHINO COUTURE Vintage silk tie dress

By Moschino Couture, Moschino

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Excellent condition, 1980's MOSCHINO COUTURE vintage silk tie dress. This rare dress was

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Late 20th Century Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Couture Geoffrey Beene Maxi Dress - Rare
Couture Geoffrey Beene Maxi Dress - Rare

Couture Geoffrey Beene Maxi Dress - Rare

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Presented here is a 1980's never been worn Geoffrey Beene runway dress. Please check measurements

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20th Century American Maxi Dress

Rare Genny Red Velvet Dress with gems
Rare Genny Red Velvet Dress with gems

Rare Genny Red Velvet Dress with gems

By Genny

Located in Venezia, IT

Rare Genny Red Velvet Dress with gems (Some signs of aging on the shoulders - see pictures) - NO

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1990s Italian Mini Dress

Rare Iconic Dolce e Gabbana Bustier Dress 1991
Rare Iconic Dolce e Gabbana Bustier Dress 1991

Rare Iconic Dolce e Gabbana Bustier Dress 1991

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Venezia, IT

Rare Iconic Dolce e Gabbana Black Bustier Dress 1991 Size: 40 IT Fabric label cutted. - NO RETURNS

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1990s Italian Mini Dress

Jean Patou Dress Rare
Jean Patou Dress Rare

Jean Patou Dress Rare

By Jean Patou

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Vintage green black geometric wool crepe dress presented by Jean Patou Boutique features jewel

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1960s French Mini Dresses

Rare Lanvin novelty print dress, circa 1970
Rare Lanvin novelty print dress, circa 1970

Rare Lanvin novelty print dress, circa 1970

By Lanvin Paris

Located in London, GB

after the labels first boutique opened in 1889. This Lanvin dress is a rare piece of fashion history as

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1970s French Day Dresses

New Andy Warhol Dress - Marilyn Monroe - Rare
New Andy Warhol Dress - Marilyn Monroe - Rare

New Andy Warhol Dress - Marilyn Monroe - Rare

By Andy Warhol

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Presented here is a beautiful dress featuring the design work from one of history's most notorious

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21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses

Rare Gianni Versace Red Dress
Rare Gianni Versace Red Dress

Rare Gianni Versace Red Dress

Unavailable

Size: Italian 40

Rare Gianni Versace Red Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Rare Gianni Versace Red Dress. 100% Wool With A Simple Design Featuring Mid Length, And A Back Zip

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1980s Italian Casual Dresses

GALANOS 1950's Rare Silk Chiffon Dress
GALANOS 1950's Rare Silk Chiffon Dress

GALANOS 1950's Rare Silk Chiffon Dress

By Galanos, James Galanos

Located in New York, NY

1950s James Galanos Dress. Yards and Yards of gorgeous silk chiffon. Couture quality craftsmanship

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1950s American Day Dresses

Mod and Rare Angelo Tarlazzi Color Block Dress
Mod and Rare Angelo Tarlazzi Color Block Dress

Mod and Rare Angelo Tarlazzi Color Block Dress

By Angelo Tarlazzi

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Mod and Rare Angelo Tarlazzi Color Block Dress

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Rare 1960s Pierre Cardin Purple Midi Dress with Silver Breastplate
Rare 1960s Pierre Cardin Purple Midi Dress with Silver Breastplate

Rare 1960s Pierre Cardin Purple Midi Dress with Silver Breastplate

By Pierre Cardin

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Rare 1960's Pierre Cardin purple midi dress with silver geometric cutout breastplate from the Space

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1960s Day Dresses

Beautiful 1960's Genuine Persian Lamb Black Dress - Rare - 8 -14
Beautiful 1960's Genuine Persian Lamb Black Dress - Rare - 8 -14

Beautiful 1960's Genuine Persian Lamb Black Dress - Rare - 8 -14

Located in Boca Raton, FL

fur in the hands of a master high fashion dress maker. It is a very rare piece that is truly a show

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20th Century Unknown Day Dresses

Rare Collectors A-POC Issey Miyake Purple Avant Garde Maxi Dress
Rare Collectors A-POC Issey Miyake Purple Avant Garde Maxi Dress

Rare Collectors A-POC Issey Miyake Purple Avant Garde Maxi Dress

By Issey Miyake

Located in New York, NY

A-POC - MIYAKE DESIGN STUDIO Rare Collectors Piece 1990s purple maxi dress with padding and

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1990s Japanese Day Dresses

Rare Gianni Versace Couture Silk Dress Fall 1990
Rare Gianni Versace Couture Silk Dress Fall 1990

Rare Gianni Versace Couture Silk Dress Fall 1990

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Rare Gianni Versace Couture Silk Dress Fall 1990

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1990s Italian Casual Dresses

Oleg Cassini Maxi Dress - Rare - Early 70’s
Oleg Cassini Maxi Dress - Rare - Early 70’s

Oleg Cassini Maxi Dress - Rare - Early 70’s

By Oleg Cassini

Located in Boca Raton, FL

You are looking at a very rare late 60’s / early 70's Oleg Cassini maxi dress. The dress consists

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1960s Italian Maxi Dresses

Vintage RARE COUTURE VIP Black Dress
Vintage RARE COUTURE VIP Black Dress

Vintage RARE COUTURE VIP Black Dress

By Moschino Couture

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage RARE COUTURE VIP Black Dress Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust, waist and

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Claude Montana Dress With Metal Tips 1992
Rare Claude Montana Dress With Metal Tips 1992

Rare Claude Montana Dress With Metal Tips 1992

By Claude Montana

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Crafted From Warm Wool This Claude Montana Navy Blue Dress Features Metal Tips In The Collar And

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1990s Italian Casual Dresses

BALLY Gray RARE Sleeveless Dress Italy 4/38
BALLY Gray RARE Sleeveless Dress Italy 4/38

BALLY Gray RARE Sleeveless Dress Italy 4/38

By Bally

Located in Asheville, NC

Bally, Made in Italy, Size US 4, Sack Style Bottom at Back, Grosgrain Ribbon Tie, Stitched Details, 70% Viscose, 30% Polyamid Measurements Laying Flat (Has Stretch): Bust Free (Blou...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mini Dresses

Rare 1920s Delicate Pink Lace Long Blouse Dress
Rare 1920s Delicate Pink Lace Long Blouse Dress

Rare 1920s Delicate Pink Lace Long Blouse Dress

Located in Paris, IDF

Very modern 1920s lovely and cool lace see through dress. Very good condition but still few holes

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1920s Cocktail Dresses

Rare Alexander McQueen Iconic Pink Crystal Kaleidoscope Dress, SS 2009, IT 38
Rare Alexander McQueen Iconic Pink Crystal Kaleidoscope Dress, SS 2009, IT 38

Rare Alexander McQueen Iconic Pink Crystal Kaleidoscope Dress, SS 2009, IT 38

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Bethesda, MD

Rare, iconic Alexander McQueen runway pink and black kaleidoscope print dress from the 2009 Spring

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

Rare Istante Velvet Colourful High Neck Dress Fall 1994
Rare Istante Velvet Colourful High Neck Dress Fall 1994

Rare Istante Velvet Colourful High Neck Dress Fall 1994

Unavailable

Size: Italian 40 Available Size 46

Rare Istante Velvet Colourful High Neck Dress Fall 1994

By Gianni Versace

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Rare Istante Velvet Colourful High Neck Dress Fall 1994

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1990s Italian Informal Dresses

Rare 1960s Eisenberg Black Wool Mod Style Sheath Dress
Rare 1960s Eisenberg Black Wool Mod Style Sheath Dress

Rare 1960s Eisenberg Black Wool Mod Style Sheath Dress

Located in Houston, TX

Simply sleek sheath dress from S. Eisenberg! This dress consists of a high neck and two large darts

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1960s American Sheath Dresses

RARE Gucci Gold Sequin dress
RARE Gucci Gold Sequin dress

RARE Gucci Gold Sequin dress

By Alessandro Michele, Gucci

Located in New York, NY

Sleevless shift dress, fully sequined. Lurex ribbed collar & armholes. Sequin tiger design wrapped

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Rare Museum worthy Mary Quant wool dress, circa 1960s.
Rare Museum worthy Mary Quant wool dress, circa 1960s.

Rare Museum worthy Mary Quant wool dress, circa 1960s.

By Mary Quant

Located in London, GB

and by promoting these and other fun fashions she encouraged young people to dress to please

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1960s British Sheath Dresses

rare GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Safety Pin dress
rare GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Safety Pin dress

rare GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Safety Pin dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in New York, NY

Iconic and very rare safety pin dress from the Spring 1994 collection that launched Elizabeth

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20th Century Italian Evening Gowns

Rare Angelo Mozzillo Cocktail Dress With A Strappy Design Back
Rare Angelo Mozzillo Cocktail Dress With A Strappy Design Back

Rare Angelo Mozzillo Cocktail Dress With A Strappy Design Back

By Angelo Mozzillo

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Rare Angelo Mozzillo Cocktail Dress With A Strappy Design Back

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Rare JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Multi Zipper Black Long Dress Gown
Vintage Rare JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Multi Zipper Black Long Dress Gown

Vintage Rare JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Multi Zipper Black Long Dress Gown

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage Rare JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Multi Zipper Black Long Dress Gown Measurements taken laid flat

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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Day Dresses

Very Rare Atelier Versace Red Floral Bodycon Ruffle Hem Silk Dress
Very Rare Atelier Versace Red Floral Bodycon Ruffle Hem Silk Dress

Very Rare Atelier Versace Red Floral Bodycon Ruffle Hem Silk Dress

By Tiffany & Co., Versace

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Very Rare Atelier Versace Red Floral Bodycon Ruffle Hem Silk Dress

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1990s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

Rare 1968 Lilly Pulitzer "The Lilly" Pink Floral Peasant Maxi Dress
Rare 1968 Lilly Pulitzer "The Lilly" Pink Floral Peasant Maxi Dress

Rare 1968 Lilly Pulitzer "The Lilly" Pink Floral Peasant Maxi Dress

By Lilly Pulitzer

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Extremely rare peasant dress presented by Lilly Pulitzer in light pink cotton/ polyester blend with

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

1970s Ossie Clark Dress
1970s Ossie Clark Dress

1970s Ossie Clark Dress

Unavailable

Size: 2/4

1970s Ossie Clark Dress

By Ossie Clark

Located in New York, NY

1970s Ossie Clark cotton maxi dress. RARE vintage STORE HOURS: Monday to Friday 11:30 to 6PM

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20th Century English Maxi Dress

A Rare and Beautiful 1966 Federico Forquet Lamé Dress
A Rare and Beautiful 1966 Federico Forquet Lamé Dress

A Rare and Beautiful 1966 Federico Forquet Lamé Dress

By Federico Forquet

Located in New York, NY

An extremely rare and beautiful silk metal lamé blouson sheath dress by the Italian couturier

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1960s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare 1950's Pierre Cardin Wool & Ermine Fur Dress
Rare 1950's Pierre Cardin Wool & Ermine Fur Dress

Rare 1950's Pierre Cardin Wool & Ermine Fur Dress

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

Bustown Modern is so pleased to offer this exceedingly rare 1950's Pierre Cardin dress. 1950s

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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare 1960s Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Little Black Dress
Rare 1960s Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Little Black Dress

Rare 1960s Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Little Black Dress

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A stunning 1960s Pierre Cardin Haute Couture dress in a heavy black silk with impeccable couture

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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Iconic Rare 1989  Jean Paul Gaultier Bias Cut Dress
Iconic Rare 1989  Jean Paul Gaultier Bias Cut Dress

Iconic Rare 1989 Jean Paul Gaultier Bias Cut Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in London, GB

Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier bias cut dress. A floor-length sheer polyamide slim fitting ‘V’ neck

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Alberta Ferretti Vintage Terra-Cotta Silk Chiffon Grecian Gown and Wrap Cardigan
Alberta Ferretti Vintage Terra-Cotta Silk Chiffon Grecian Gown and Wrap Cardigan

Alberta Ferretti Vintage Terra-Cotta Silk Chiffon Grecian Gown and Wrap Cardigan

By Alberta Ferretti

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning vintage ALBERTA FERRETTI silk chiffon dress ensemble! Grecian inspired, from the Terra-Cotta color, to the pleated bodice, to the layers and layers of paperweight thin chiff...

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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...

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1990s Evening Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Sheer Open Knit Crochet Fishnet Black Maxi Dress
Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Sheer Open Knit Crochet Fishnet Black Maxi Dress

Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Sheer Open Knit Crochet Fishnet Black Maxi Dress

Located in Naples, FL

Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Sheer Open Knit Crochet Fishnet Black Maxi Dress M/L Dolce & Gabbana vintage dress featuring V-neck, button closures at center front neckline and open...

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace Leather Lace up Dress S/S 2002
Gianni Versace Leather Lace up Dress S/S 2002

Gianni Versace Leather Lace up Dress S/S 2002

By Gianni Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

An extraordinary and collectible supple black leather dress from Gianni Versace. This has all of the couture details Versace is known for- a fine fringe hem, laser perforated leather...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Giorgio Armani 1990s Silver Gunmetal Avant Garde Vintage 90s Silk Blouse Top
Giorgio Armani 1990s Silver Gunmetal Avant Garde Vintage 90s Silk Blouse Top

Giorgio Armani 1990s Silver Gunmetal Avant Garde Vintage 90s Silk Blouse Top

By Giorgio Armani

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage GIORGIO ARMANI 90s silver and gunmetal Avant Garde sleeveless shirt! Features luxurious silk, with an excellent draped neckline, and asymmetrical ruffle along the f...

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1990s Italian Blouses and Tops

S/S 1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Wet Look Backless Stretch Runway Dress
S/S 1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Wet Look Backless Stretch Runway Dress

S/S 1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Wet Look Backless Stretch Runway Dress

By Gianni Versace Couture, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Donatella Versace designed this sleek wet-look strapless dress for her Spring/Summer 1998 Gianni Versace collection. This chic, form-fitting dress debuted on the runway, modeled by N...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40

Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Conroe, TX

Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...

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Early 2000s Italian Shoes

New Roberto Cavalli Buckle Stiletto Heel Black Leather Platform Boots 37 - US 7
New Roberto Cavalli Buckle Stiletto Heel Black Leather Platform Boots 37 - US 7

New Roberto Cavalli Buckle Stiletto Heel Black Leather Platform Boots 37 - US 7

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Roberto Cavalli Black Leather High Heel Boots Designer size - 37 Style - BQS023-PZ220 Smooth Black Leather, Multiple Straps, Gold-Tone Buckles with Engraved Logo, Inner Half Zip...

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2010s Italian Boots

Thierry Mugler Red Jacket
Thierry Mugler Red Jacket

Thierry Mugler Red Jacket

$659Sale Price|20% Off

L 29.14 in

Thierry Mugler Red Jacket

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Capri, IT

Thierry Mugler Red Jacket silver tone zip and closure asymmetric style total lenght 74 cm shoulder to hem 37 cm

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1990s French Jackets

Holly Harp Barbie Pink 1970s Silk Angel Sleeve Dress
Holly Harp Barbie Pink 1970s Silk Angel Sleeve Dress

Holly Harp Barbie Pink 1970s Silk Angel Sleeve Dress

By Holly Harp

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful vibrant pink silk mini dress from Holly Harp. It has a crew neckline with a back keyhole and a self covered button above it. The dress is cut straight from the shoulder...

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1970s American Day Dresses

new AZZEDINE ALAIA bordeaux plisse knit dress
new AZZEDINE ALAIA bordeaux plisse knit dress

new AZZEDINE ALAIA bordeaux plisse knit dress

$1,350

Size: FR 40 (runs small)

new AZZEDINE ALAIA bordeaux plisse knit dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Bordeaux knit dress with intricate plisse woven pleats from Azzedine Alaia. New with tags. French size 40 however runs small and best fits a FR 36 or 38. Approximate measurements (un...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper

Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Berlin, BE

A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 1996 Gianni Versace Couture Metallic Brown Floral Lace Medusa Mini Dress
F/W 1996 Gianni Versace Couture Metallic Brown Floral Lace Medusa Mini Dress

F/W 1996 Gianni Versace Couture Metallic Brown Floral Lace Medusa Mini Dress

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Gianni Versace dress from the Fall/Winter 1996 collection is cut in a fitted mini silhouette with a sweetheart neckline, scalloped hem, and low back. It is constructed in metall...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

F/W 1999 Thierry Mugler Runway Beige Mesh Panel Black Pantsuit Set
F/W 1999 Thierry Mugler Runway Beige Mesh Panel Black Pantsuit Set

F/W 1999 Thierry Mugler Runway Beige Mesh Panel Black Pantsuit Set

By Thierry Mugler

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1999 collection, this two-piece black pantsuit features a fitted tunic top and high-waisted flared trousers. The set is accented with bold, strategi...

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1990s French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

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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.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

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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