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1980s Frank Usher Red Maxi Dress with Ruched Bodice
1980s Frank Usher Red Maxi Dress with Ruched Bodice

1980s Frank Usher Red Maxi Dress with Ruched Bodice

By Frank Usher

Located in London, GB

There are two polished faceted, red buttons at the cuffs and securing the strap at the back of the neck.

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1980s British Evening Dresses

Celine Wrap Bodycon Dress
Celine Wrap Bodycon Dress

Celine Wrap Bodycon Dress

By Celine

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous red jersey dress from Celine. It has a wide V neckline, 3/4 length sleeves and a wrapped ruched bodice.

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Early 2000s French Day Dresses

1970's DIANE VON FURSTENBERG red heart printed wrap dress
1970's DIANE VON FURSTENBERG red heart printed wrap dress

1970's DIANE VON FURSTENBERG red heart printed wrap dress

By Diane von Furstenberg

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Black floral-printed wrap dress by Diane Von Furstenberg dating to the 1970's. Vintage size 10 however this fits much smaller. The dress was not clipped on the size 2 mannequin. Best...

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2001 Red Art Nouveau Sheer Cutout Tank Maxi Dress
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2001 Red Art Nouveau Sheer Cutout Tank Maxi Dress

Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2001 Red Art Nouveau Sheer Cutout Tank Maxi Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in PARIS, FR

Similar patterns seen during the S/S 2001 runway. A striking red maxi dress featuring intricate white cutout patterns inspired by floral and geometric motifs.

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Early 2000s Aesthetic Day Dresses

Kenzo Red Print Challis Dress with Flounce
Kenzo Red Print Challis Dress with Flounce

Kenzo Red Print Challis Dress with Flounce

By Kenzo, Kenzo Takada

Located in Alford, MA

Kenzo, c.1980s, large-scale red paisley dress of wool and cotton challis fabric featuring interesting shape and design details.

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Late 20th Century French Casual Dresses

New Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress IT40
New Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress IT40

New Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress IT40

By Gucci

Located in Brossard, QC

Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress The Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress is a stunning expression of elegance and luxury. Crafted from 100% silk in a vibrant pink hue, this Itali...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Maxi Dress

New Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress IT42
New Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress IT42

New Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress IT42

By Gucci

Located in Brossard, QC

Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress The Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress is a stunning expression of elegance and luxury. Crafted from 100% silk in a vibrant pink hue, this Itali...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Maxi Dress

RICHARD TYLER Vintage Silk Red Strapless Ankle Length Dress Maxi Gown
RICHARD TYLER Vintage Silk Red Strapless Ankle Length Dress Maxi Gown

RICHARD TYLER Vintage Silk Red Strapless Ankle Length Dress Maxi Gown

By Richard Tyler Couture

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Richard Tyler Couture Vintage 100% silk Red Hard boning Size USA 4 but won't even zip up on my mannequin. Needs a tiny bust. Fits XXS Good used condition, but presents flawless. Ligh...

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

AnnaCat Black Lace Dress with red polka dots
AnnaCat Black Lace Dress with red polka dots

AnnaCat Black Lace Dress with red polka dots

By AnnaCat

Located in Sharon, CT

The AnnaCat Boutique was founded in London in 1965. A black lace over silk with a high fitted collar and a fitted bodice. Metal zipper up the back dress is fully lined.

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1960s English Maxi Dresses

Plein Sud Red Bias Cut Ribbon Dress With Satin Insets
Plein Sud Red Bias Cut Ribbon Dress With Satin Insets

Plein Sud Red Bias Cut Ribbon Dress With Satin Insets

By Plein Sud

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Plein Sud red satin slip gown, featuring a flowy hem, panels that create a shifting color effect, a straight neckline, a relaxed ...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Scaasi Red and Black Cocktail Dress
1980s Scaasi Red and Black Cocktail Dress

1980s Scaasi Red and Black Cocktail Dress

By Arnold Scaasi

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Beautiful Scaasi cocktail dress from the 1980s. Red satin with allover black velvet flocked pattern creating the outlines of flowers.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Realisation, star wrapped ruffle dress
Realisation, star wrapped ruffle dress

Realisation, star wrapped ruffle dress

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Realisation, star wrapped ruffle dress. The item is in good condition.

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Pierre Balmain Ruched Dress
Pierre Balmain Ruched Dress

Pierre Balmain Ruched Dress

By Pierre Balmain, Balmain Paris

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous orange fine stretch silk dress from Pierre Balmain. It has a plunging V neckline with a vertically ruched bodice, horizontally ruched waist and skirt which is framed on ...

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2010s French Day Dresses

1970s Radley Burgundy V neck Maxi Dress
1970s Radley Burgundy V neck Maxi Dress

1970s Radley Burgundy V neck Maxi Dress

By Ossie Clark

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1970s Radley maxi V neck dress. Size 6

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1970s British Maxi Dress

1980s Gianni Versace Vivid Red Wool Wrap-Style Coat Dress W/ Attached Foulard
1980s Gianni Versace Vivid Red Wool Wrap-Style Coat Dress W/ Attached Foulard

1980s Gianni Versace Vivid Red Wool Wrap-Style Coat Dress W/ Attached Foulard

By Gianni Versace

Located in Gresham, OR

A beautiful 1980s Gianni Versace red wool jersey, wrap-style coat dress with dolman sleeves, hidden buttons at front and an attached foulard.

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1980s Italian Informal Dresses

Sprouse by Stephen Sprouse Raspberry Pink Red Velvet Backless Skater Dress, 1980
Sprouse by Stephen Sprouse Raspberry Pink Red Velvet Backless Skater Dress, 1980

Sprouse by Stephen Sprouse Raspberry Pink Red Velvet Backless Skater Dress, 1980

By Stephen Sprouse

Located in San Francisco, CA

Raspberry velvet vintage 1980's sleeveless dress with flared skirt from Stephen Sprouse's 'Sprouse' line. Cut low at back. Back zip and hook and eye closure. 100% rayon. Fully lined...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Realisation Printed Silk Mini Dress
Realisation Printed Silk Mini Dress

Realisation Printed Silk Mini Dress

Located in London, GB

Realisation Printed Silk Mini Dress Red bustier-waisted 'Venus' mini dress fully crafted from silk with an all-over abstract print in black. 

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Red sleeveless evening dress with split on the side MONTANA
Red sleeveless evening dress with split on the side MONTANA

Red sleeveless evening dress with split on the side MONTANA

By Claude Montana

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Red sleeveless evening dress with split on the left side ( lenght= 60cm) Main fabric composition: 60% acetate, 40% rayon.

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior Cashmere Sheath Dress
Christian Dior Cashmere Sheath Dress

Christian Dior Cashmere Sheath Dress

By Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

Christian Dior Cashmere Sheath Dress Red orange knee-length dress fully crafted from soft cashmere.

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

1990's THIERRY MUGLER persimmon dress with asymmetrical wrap
1990's THIERRY MUGLER persimmon dress with asymmetrical wrap

1990's THIERRY MUGLER persimmon dress with asymmetrical wrap

By Thierry Mugler

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Striking persimmon orange linen dress from the 1990's designed by Thierry Mugler. Designed with an asymmetric silhouette featuring a single delicate spaghetti strap on one side and a...

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1990s French Maxi Dress

Fendi Women Cold Shoulder Floral Embroidered Midi Dress Sz US 8 IT 44 Coral Red
Fendi Women Cold Shoulder Floral Embroidered Midi Dress Sz US 8 IT 44 Coral Red

Fendi Women Cold Shoulder Floral Embroidered Midi Dress Sz US 8 IT 44 Coral Red

By Fendi

Located in Miami, FL

- Coral red exterior - Tagged size 44 - Made of 100% cotton - Comes with Fendi belt - Comes with pockets Condition: The dress is in overall decent condition small black mark...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mini Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Red & Black Rose Print Sheath Dress
Dolce & Gabbana Red & Black Rose Print Sheath Dress

Dolce & Gabbana Red & Black Rose Print Sheath Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

Gorgeous, ultra feminine Dolce & Gabbana red rose print sheath dress. Bought for £1950 and worn twice - has been dry cleaned.

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2010s Italian Sheath Dresses

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress

By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy

Located in Thiensville, WI

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...

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1990s French Informal Dresses

Early 1980’s Michael Novarese Red Silk Drape Column Dress
Early 1980’s Michael Novarese Red Silk Drape Column Dress

Early 1980’s Michael Novarese Red Silk Drape Column Dress

By Michael Novarese

Located in London, GB

An early 1980’s Michael Novarese cardinal-red silk drape column dress, featuring a boat neckline, deep cut-away arm holes, the deep scooped back with self straps and double-face scul...

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20th Century Evening Dresses

Malcolm Starr Rizkallah Sequined Gold Beaded Red Maxi Dress 1970s
Malcolm Starr Rizkallah Sequined Gold Beaded Red Maxi Dress 1970s

Malcolm Starr Rizkallah Sequined Gold Beaded Red Maxi Dress 1970s

By Rizkallah, Malcolm Starr

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Done in a beautifully draped chiffon woven with polka dots made from metallic gold thread, this maxi dress is dramatic and alluring at once. The dress features an abstract print of b...

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1970s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Jean Muir Red Moire Jersey Long-Sleeved Maxi Dress
1970s Jean Muir Red Moire Jersey Long-Sleeved Maxi Dress

1970s Jean Muir Red Moire Jersey Long-Sleeved Maxi Dress

By Jean Muir

Located in London, GB

This dress is in truly excellent vintage condition with no flaws of any note.

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1970s British Evening Dresses

RED VALENTINO Size XS Black Lace A-Line Dress
RED VALENTINO Size XS Black Lace A-Line Dress

RED VALENTINO Size XS Black Lace A-Line Dress

By REDValentino

Located in San Francisco, CA

RED VALENTINO bellow knee dress comes in a black woven material featuring an a-line style, satin lining, sleeveless design, burnout lace aesthetic, and back zip up closure.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Casual Dresses

Emilio Pucci Resort 2011 Raspberry Red One Shoulder Lace Mini Dress
Emilio Pucci Resort 2011 Raspberry Red One Shoulder Lace Mini Dress

Emilio Pucci Resort 2011 Raspberry Red One Shoulder Lace Mini Dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Feminine body-hugging silhouette adorned in luxurious burgundy red lace dress. Intricate machine lace ruched and draped complete with the single enchanting bell sleeve.

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20th Century Evening Dresses

Vintage 90s Gianni Versace Couture Red Asymmetric Dress
Vintage 90s Gianni Versace Couture Red Asymmetric Dress

Vintage 90s Gianni Versace Couture Red Asymmetric Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage 90s Gianni Versace couture red asymmetric dress. - Cut out asymmetric detail neckline

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Moschino 1990s Vintage Women's Red Sequined Dress, Italian Size 44
Moschino 1990s Vintage Women's Red Sequined Dress, Italian Size 44

Moschino 1990s Vintage Women's Red Sequined Dress, Italian Size 44

By Moschino

Located in Capri, IT

1990s Moschino Jeans red sequins dress Totally made in italy in italian size range 44 but fits smaller

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

ROLAND MOURET Size L Red Sheath Knee-Length Dress
ROLAND MOURET Size L Red Sheath Knee-Length Dress

ROLAND MOURET Size L Red Sheath Knee-Length Dress

By Roland Mouret

Located in San Francisco, CA

ROLAND MOURET dress in a red woven material featuring khaki color block detail, and zip up closure at center back.

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

A/W 1989 - 1990 VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Knit Orb Vintage Body Con Mini Dress
A/W 1989 - 1990 VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Knit Orb Vintage Body Con Mini Dress

A/W 1989 - 1990 VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Knit Orb Vintage Body Con Mini Dress

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in Sheffield, GB

Superb, Iconic Autumn / Winter 1989 - 1990 Red Knitted Orb dress by VIVIENNE WESTWOOD, crafted from a Cherry red cotton with a scooped neckline, 3/4 sleeves, figure hugging silhouett...

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1990s Italian Shift Dresses

Beige knit sleeveless dress with bow on the waist Red Valentino
Beige knit sleeveless dress with bow on the waist Red Valentino

Beige knit sleeveless dress with bow on the waist Red Valentino

By REDValentino

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Beige knit sleeveless dress with bow on the waist. The fabric composition tag has been cut but it's probably a mix of wool and silk. Invisible zip closure on the left side. SIZE XS

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2010s Unknown Day Dresses

Oscar de la Renta White and Red Floral Print Cotton Dress
Oscar de la Renta White and Red Floral Print Cotton Dress

Oscar de la Renta White and Red Floral Print Cotton Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Oscar de la Renta White & Red Floral Print Cotton Dress - 6. This dress is in excellent condition and is around knee-length.

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1990s American Day Dresses

OSCAR DE LA RENTA Size M Red Silk Taffeta One Shoulder Knee Length Cocktail Dress
OSCAR DE LA RENTA Size M Red Silk Taffeta One Shoulder Knee Length Cocktail Dress

OSCAR DE LA RENTA Size M Red Silk Taffeta One Shoulder Knee Length Cocktail Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Francisco, CA

OSCAR DE LA RENTA cocktail dress in a vibrant red silk taffeta featuring a one shoulder style, fitted design, and back snap and zipper closure with belt.

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Rare 1960s Does 1920 Red + White Fringe Cotton Drop Waist Flapper 20s Dress
Rare 1960s Does 1920 Red + White Fringe Cotton Drop Waist Flapper 20s Dress

Rare 1960s Does 1920 Red + White Fringe Cotton Drop Waist Flapper 20s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing and rare 1960s does 1920 vintage 'Roaring 20s' demi couture dress! There is so much detail to this gem! Most of the sewing was done by hand. Intricate drop waist detail with ...

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1960s Unknown Sheath Dresses

1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress
1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress

1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress

By Peggy Hunt

Located in New York, NY

Some fading on the shoulder but otherwise in perfect shape. 1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress

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1950s American Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen Red Satin Pleated Cocktail Dress 2003
Alexander McQueen Red Satin Pleated Cocktail Dress 2003

Alexander McQueen Red Satin Pleated Cocktail Dress 2003

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to present look #46 from Alexander McQueen's 2003 runway collection, Scanners. The dress boasts sharp knife pleats, an empire body, and an exposed po...

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Early 2000s English Cocktail Dresses

Vivienne Westwood Opened Sleeves Cherry Red Mini dress
Vivienne Westwood Opened Sleeves Cherry Red Mini dress

Vivienne Westwood Opened Sleeves Cherry Red Mini dress

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in GOUVIEUX, FR

By Vivienne Westwood - Mini dress featuring draped detailing, square neckline and open puff sleeves.

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Dries Van Noten Vintage Fall 1999 Red Rose Rosette Trim Dress
Dries Van Noten Vintage Fall 1999 Red Rose Rosette Trim Dress

Dries Van Noten Vintage Fall 1999 Red Rose Rosette Trim Dress

By Dries van Noten

Located in London, GB

Made from deep red acetate and silk crepe with a gorgeous 3D rose inspired frill to the hem.

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1990s French Evening Dresses

Vintage Bob Mackie Fully Embellished Red Maxi Dress Gown Small
Vintage Bob Mackie Fully Embellished Red Maxi Dress Gown Small

Vintage Bob Mackie Fully Embellished Red Maxi Dress Gown Small

By Bob Mackie

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage Bob Mackie Boutique 1980s Fully Embellished Red Long Dress Size Label Missing - Please check Measurements 100% Silk, Finely Beaded with Gold and Red Beads, and Red Sequins.

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1980s American Evening Dresses

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2001 “Eye” Red Keyhole Cutout Wire Choker Halter Top Dress
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2001 “Eye” Red Keyhole Cutout Wire Choker Halter Top Dress

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2001 “Eye” Red Keyhole Cutout Wire Choker Halter Top Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2001 “Eye” Red Keyhole Cutout Wire Choker Halter Top Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2000 “Eye”- Runway look #42 Designer: Alexa...

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Early 2000s Italian Casual Dresses

Gianni Versace Sculptural Dress 1990s
Gianni Versace Sculptural Dress 1990s

Gianni Versace Sculptural Dress 1990s

By Gianni Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

A stunning red wool dress by Gianni Versace. It has great lines with square cut armholes, a fitted bodice and fabulous flared skirt with the back a few inches longer and fuller than ...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

CAROLINA HERRERA Size 10 Red Black Cotton Color Block Sheath Dress
CAROLINA HERRERA Size 10 Red Black Cotton Color Block Sheath Dress

CAROLINA HERRERA Size 10 Red Black Cotton Color Block Sheath Dress

By Carolina Herrera

Located in San Francisco, CA

CAROLINA HERRERA dress comes in a red & black color block cotton featuring a sheath style, sleeveless, grosgrain trim, and a back zip up closure.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Galanos Spring 1972 Red Silk Chiffon Layered Dress with Flower Appliqué
Galanos Spring 1972 Red Silk Chiffon Layered Dress with Flower Appliqué

Galanos Spring 1972 Red Silk Chiffon Layered Dress with Flower Appliqué

By Galanos, Galanos for Amelia Gray

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sleeveless with clean neckline, the dress maintains a balance between simplicity and statement.

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1970s American Evening Gowns

1970s Jean Varon Red Circle Print Tunic Dress
1970s Jean Varon Red Circle Print Tunic Dress

1970s Jean Varon Red Circle Print Tunic Dress

By Jean Varon

Located in London, GB

A very wearable late 1960s to early 1970s cotton tunic print dress by high end British label Jean Varon, synonymous with the designer John Bates. The condition of this dress is exemp...

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1970s British Tunics and Wrap Dresses

1960s Charm of Hollywood Music Notes and Piano Red Black Cotton Shift Dress 60s
1960s Charm of Hollywood Music Notes and Piano Red Black Cotton Shift Dress 60s

1960s Charm of Hollywood Music Notes and Piano Red Black Cotton Shift Dress 60s

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s vintage Charm of Hollywood novelty music themed cotton shift dress ! Features Pom Pom music notes. Color lock red and black, with piano keys at the hem of the dress.

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 2000's Christian Dior Red Silk Ruffle Dress
Vintage 2000's Christian Dior Red Silk Ruffle Dress

Vintage 2000's Christian Dior Red Silk Ruffle Dress

By Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

Cascading spiral of ruffles cutting across the dress to form flared hemline. In excellent vintage condition.

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Early 2000s British Cocktail Dresses

DAVID KOMA Size 8 Red Silver Wool Sleeveless Zippers Gown Evening Dress
DAVID KOMA Size 8 Red Silver Wool Sleeveless Zippers Gown Evening Dress

DAVID KOMA Size 8 Red Silver Wool Sleeveless Zippers Gown Evening Dress

By David Koma

Located in San Francisco, CA

DAVID KOMA evening dress in a red wool featuring V-neck, silver tone zipper waist details, and full length double zipper closure on back.

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21st Century and Contemporary British Evening Gowns

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Red Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of red dresses for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Red red dresses, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Black, Gray and more options on these pages. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Red dresses designed by Yves Saint Laurent, Valentino and Christian Dior — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

How Much are Red Dresses?

The prices for red dresses start at $1 and top out at $62,400 with these items, on average, selling for $800.

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