1970S Kamehameka Pink & Red Cotton Barkcloth Pleated Hawaiian Kaftan Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970S Kamehameka Pink & Red Cotton Barkcloth Pleated Hawaiian Kaftan Dress MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past.
1970S Kamehameka Pink & Red Cotton Barkcloth Pleated Hawaiian Kaftan Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970S Kamehameka Pink & Red Cotton Barkcloth Pleated Hawaiian Kaftan Dress MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past.
Kuhio Hawaiian Red Rayon Pake Muu, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Hawaiian full length dress in bright red cold rayon with tropical motif print.
Vintage Neiman Marcus Size 8 Hawaiian Flower Strapless Origami Wiggle Dress
By Neiman Marcus, A.J. Bari
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage NEIMAN MARCUS Size 6/ 8 strapless Hawaiian print wiggle dress! Features amazing origami detail at left side bust. Flattering ruched bodice, with figure flattering draped...
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Size: 14 Vintage size
Lurline Casuals Waikiki Hawaiian Pake Muu Dress Bleeding Hearts Black Red 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Traditional Hawaiian garment popular with tourists. Band neck dress with a front slit and 2 red rayon decorative frog closures.
Hawaiian Red & Black Tiki Tribal Print Muumuu Dress, 1950's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Aloha! This classic Hawaiian muumuu dress is from the Lei-O-Hawaii label and features an exotically printed fabric in shades of red and black with a touch of gold for good measure.
"Made In Hawaii" Bold Multicolor Abstract Maxi Dress with Train Feature
Located in New York, NY
Made in Hawaii, this wonderful maxi dress of bold multicolors has a "train" feature in back. Within the interior, before zipping the center back zipper is a tie which after zipping t...
1970's Hilo Hattie's Red & White Hawaiian Floral Muumuu Dress
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 1970's Hilo Hattie's muumuu dress conjures up images of a Hawaiian sunset and oceans breezes.
Malia Hawaiian Cotton Halter Tiki Dress, 1960's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Return to the tropics in this Malia of Honolulu late 1960's abstract floral halter maxi dress in a vibrant color combination of flame red and white. The heavy cotton fabric has a pi...
1960s Tori Richard Hawaiian Nautical Print Cotton Maxi Dress
By Tori Richard
Located in Gresham, OR
A fabulous 1960s cotton Tori Richard for I. Magnin Honolulu, Hawaii nautical print maxi dress in tomato red and white with button down front and matching belt.
Gladys Williams Hawaiian Dress Red Silk Print with a Japanese Inspired Design
Located in New Hope, PA
Bright and cheerful this red silk print dress has two red frog closures at the Mandarin collar neckline. There are two more above the openings on either side of the dress. The sleeve...
MORPHEW COLLECTION Blue & Red Floral Bias Cut 1940S Cold Rayon Hawaiian Print S
Located in New York, NY
Able to be worn a multitude of ways. you'll never tire of this dress. MORPHEW COLLECTION Blue & Red Floral Bias Cut 1940S Cold Rayon Hawaiian Print Sagittarius Dress MORPHEW COLLECT...
1950S Red Tropical Cotton Rockabilly Hawaiian Floral Dress
Located in New York, NY
1950S Red Tropical Cotton Rockabilly Hawaiian Floral Dress
Kamehameha Hawaiian Red / Turquoise Floral Cotton Dress With Halter Neck, 1950s
By Kamehameha
Located in London, GB
This rare and beautiful Kamehameha 1950s Hawaiian cotton sundress with halter neck strap is in super condition and is a wonderful example of this authentic, colourful ready to wear b...
Gorgeous 1930s Cold Silk Burnt Orange Hawaiian Vintage 30s Sarong Flower Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1930s cold silk couture Hawaiian full length dress! Drapes over the body beautifully. Wrap style with interior hook-and-eye closure at the waist. Vibrant burnt orange color ...
1950's Alfred Shaheen Hawaiian Red-Ombre Wiggle Sarong Dress
By Alfred Shaheen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful tropical hibiscus-floral cotton dress is a perfect example of his genuis. The print is unbelieveable- a gradient ombre red floral with sparkling metallic gold accents.
Vintage 1940's Kamehameha Hawaiian Red & White Floral Rayon Halter Dress Set
By Kamehameha
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Kamehameha was one of the most creative and prolific Hawaiian companies in post-WWII fashion. Along side designers such as Alfred Shaheen, they pioneered Hawaii's vital garment manuf...
1950's Hoaloha Hawaiian Ruby-Red Tropical Floral Print Cotton Halter Wiggle Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:36-38 inches (due to stretch) Waist:28-30 inches (due to stretch) Hips:up to 40 inches Total Length:42 inches This vintage Hawaiian dress is in excellen...
1950's Alfred Shaheen Hawaiian Metallic Novelty Print Red Cotton Halter Playsuit
By Alfred Shaheen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
With its vivid cotton novelty and flawless styling, this Alfred Shaheen designer playsuit has the casual elegance the 1950's were known for. The print is unbelievable; large scale Sa...
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent ' Rive Gauche ' Black Skirt Suit Size 44 YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' black skirt suit! Flattering neckline on jacket, with two dome gold buttons at waist, and at cuffs. Also features interior waist bu...
1990s Ralph Lauren Pink Silk Maxi Dress with Crystal Straps
By Ralph Lauren
Located in London, GB
This Y2K Ralph Lauren silk maxi dress is just about the closest design we have ever seen to the brand's custom made gown for Gwyneth Paltrow to attend the 71st Academy Awards where s...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
$746Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Petite Small - Medium
1990s Janine of London Lillie Rubin Silver Grey Metallic Crushed Velvet Dress
By Janine of London, Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 90s JANINE OF LONDON for LILLIE RUBIN silver gray crushed velvet metallic bodycon dress! Features the softest crushed velvet that stretches to fit. Has what first appears to be ...
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Sheer Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite 1990s vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA for SAKS 5th AVE Couture black silk chiffon and chattily lace sheer evening gown ! This beautiful dress has so much attention to details. Mu...
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...
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...
$1,265Sale Price|24% Off
Size: Medium
Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational 50s demi couture crimson red crushed velvet full length mermaid evening dress! Features luxurious crushed silk velvet, with a form fitting bodice and skirt. Dramatic flar...
1930s Sexy Gold Floral Brocade Lamé Bias-Cut Gown with Extreme Plunging Back
Located in Gresham, OR
1930s Siren gown in gold floral lamé brocade: Racer back with extremely low plunge! Full cowl neck front. The sexiest dress in the room!
$1,900
Size: please refer to measurements
CLAIRE PETTIBONE 2015 Sample Golden Bridal Gown Backless Wedding Maxi Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Claire Pettibone Romantique Collection Sample Wedding Dress White and Golden Yellow Very Shimmery Deep low back Size 10 but see measurements below fits smaller Pristine Measurements ...
Oscar de la Renta Light Blue Knit Crochet Vintage Sleeveless Dress, 1970s
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 1970s OSCAR DE LA RENTA pale blue knit crochet dress! Fantastic fit, with so much attention to detail. Crochet detail above the bust, on the straps, and at the hem. ...
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine allure, a masterpiece of fluid elegance. Well documen...
1970s Halston Couture Nude Silk Chiffon Semi Sheer Bias Cut Vintage 70s Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and classic HALSTON 1970s nude silk chiffon semi sheer sleeveless dress ! Two layers of the most luxurious silk chiffon drapes the body beautifully. Hidden snaps up the sid...
NWT Roberto Cavalli White Black Halter Embellished Maxi Dress Gown It 44 US 8/10
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Fully Embellished Dress Gown Italian size 44 ( US 8/10 ) - please check measurements. Classic combination of white and black, fully embellished with beads and seq...
Ralph Lauren Vintage Halter Beaded Long Black Dress Purple Label
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Miami, FL
This Ralph Lauren Purple Label black halter dress is a rare vintage treasure that blends refined minimalism with artistic embellishment. Crafted from a luxe blend of rayon, nylon, an...
John Galliano 2007 "Faberge" Rare Runway "Finale" Gown Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
John Galliano's 2007 S/S collection made a highly visual splash in the finale featured elaborate and luxuriously draped patterned gowns. The finale gowns, fashioned of creme silk cr...
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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