Richilene Cocktail Dress
$1,275
Richilene Cocktail Dress
By Richilene
Located in New York, NY
Charming cocktail dress by Richilene. Bodice heavily embroidered with black and iridiscent sequins
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1970S Pink & Purple Floral Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970S Pink & Purple Floral Cocktail Dress
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1970s Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A head turning cocktail dress from the 1950s. The dress has a deep v neckline and backline. with a
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1950s British Vintage Cocktail Dress
Chic Vintage Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress in black and white. The dress has a black body , and black and white
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1960s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Blue Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty headturning cocktail dress. The dress is in a blue fabric with gold and silver
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1960s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Dress
Moutard knit cocktail dress Guy Laroche
By Guy Laroche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Moutard knit cocktail dress . Knit composition: 50% cotton, 50% acetate. One branded button and
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1980s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress in a pretty yellow/gold colour . The dress has a scoop neckline
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1950s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Tricosa Cocktail Dress
By Tricosa, Tricosa Paris
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress by Tricosa. The dress is in a soft gold colour with brunt orange
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1960s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
1990S Behnaz Sarafpour Black Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1990S Behnaz Sarafpour Black Silk Cocktail Dress
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1990s Vintage Cocktail Dress
1970S Halston Cream Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
1970S Halston Cream Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress
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1970s Vintage Cocktail Dress
Anna Molinari black cocktail dress
By Anna Molinari
Located in New York, NY
Anna Molonari black cocktail dress has an open back feature. The back length measeures 30 3/4". The
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1990s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
1990S GIANNI VERSACE Black & Nude Cocktail Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in New York, NY
1990S GIANNI VERSACE Black & Nude Cocktail Dress
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1990s Vintage Cocktail Dress
Black satin cocktail dress THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin cocktail dress. Snap closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. Gather on the middle
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1990s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Chanel vintage chiffon cocktail dress
By Chanel Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Vintage printed chiffon and gold chain bustier cocktail's dress with Chanel "boutique" label Back
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1990s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Chanel Couture Chiffon Cocktail Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Couture,apricot tone, sleeveless, chiffon, chemise style, cocktail dress, having diagonal
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1980s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Blue Raw Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage sky blue raw silk cocktail dress. This shift style vintage cocktail dress has pretty
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1960s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Dress
Red crepe cocktail dress UNGARO PARALLELE
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red crepe cocktail dress. Rayon lining. Pocket on both side. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle
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1980s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
Tweed lurex cocktail dress Karl Lagerfeld
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Tweed lurex cocktail dress. Fabric composition: 63% polyester, 36% acrylic, 1% another fiber
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1990s Chinese Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Jean Varon Cocktail Dress
By Jean Varon
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress by British designer Jane Varon. The dress has a v neckline ,elbow
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1960s British Vintage Cocktail Dress
Silk Printed short-sleeve cocktail dress Bloomingdale's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk Printed short-sleeve cocktail dress. Acetate lining. Zip closure on the middle back. SIZE 8
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1990s Chinese Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1950s Cinch Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress with shawl collar with fringe detail . The dress has wonderful
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1950s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Cocktail Dress by Hagarty
Located in London, GB
A great cocktail dress by Irish designer Hagarty. In a lovely devorre like fabric the dress has a
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1980s Irish Vintage Cocktail Dress
Galanos Lace Cocktail Dress
By Galanos
Located in New York, NY
Galanos, lace and silk crepe, long sleeve, cocktail dress . Red lace outer layer having a floral
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1980s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
Moschino black "Ribbon" cocktail dress
By Moschino
Located in New York, NY
Moschino black cocktail dress has long 41" length ribbons on both shoulders, front and back
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1990s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Cocktail Dress by Neusteters
By Neusteters
Located in London, GB
A chic gold cocktail dress, ideal for the party season. The dress has a round neckline, and is
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1950s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Cresta Couture Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage cocktail dress by Cresta Couture . The dress is in a pistachio green colour and
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1950s British Vintage Cocktail Dress
Jean Louis Black Lace Cocktail Dress
By Jean Louis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black cocktail dress by Jean Louis, from the 1980's. The dress as pictured has lace long
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1980s Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1950s Black Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress for the festive season. The dress has a boat neckline, with cap
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1950s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Dress
1950S Cream & Black Lace Tulle Strapless Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1950S Cream & Black Lace Tulle Strapless Cocktail Dress
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1950s Vintage Cocktail Dress
Black Vintage 1950s Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic black vintage cocktail dress from the 1950s., The dress is strapless, but straps could
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1950s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Worth Black Cocktail Dress
By Worth
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress by Worth. The dress is wonderfully constructed with internal boning
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1960s British Vintage Cocktail Dress
Black wrap crêpe cocktail dress THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wrap crêpe cocktail dress . Snap closure on the waist. Pocket on both side. The back of the
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1990s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Chanel vintage red chiffon cocktail dress
By Chanel Boutique, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Vintage red chiffon bustier cocktail's dress with Chanel "boutique" label Back width = 40cm French
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1990s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Bruce Oldfield Silk Cocktail Dress
By Bruce Oldfield
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress by British designer Bruce Oldfield. The dress is in a pale lilac/ silver silk
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1980s British Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Didier Ludot Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress by Didier Ludot , Paris. The dress has a deep v neckline, short sleaves, two
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1990s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
1990S Sapphire Blue Silk Duchess Satin Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
Some slight fading 1990S Sapphire Blue Silk Duchess Satin Cocktail Dress
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1990s Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Tomasz Starzewski Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress by Tomasz Starzewski in a colourful raw silk. The upper part is in this
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1980s British Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Victor Costa Cocktail Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress by Victor Costa . The dress is strapless with the body of the dress covered
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1980s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Herve Leger Cocktail Dress
By Herve Léger
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress by Herve Leger. The dress is in an attractive dark aubergine colour with
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1980s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Alma Couture Cocktail Dress
By Alma Couture
Located in London, GB
A colourful and fun vintage cocktail dress by Alma Couture. The front of the dress is in bands of
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1970s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
Paco Rabanne Gold Chain Cocktail Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Never worn Paco Rabanne Gold chain link sleeveless cocktail dress. New with tag. In excellent
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20th Century Vintage Cocktail Dress
Printed and draped cocktail dress DIOR 2
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed and draped cocktail dress. Main fabric composition: 100% silk. Lining composition: 63
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1980s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
Galanos Draped Crepe Cocktail Dress
By Galanos
Located in New York, NY
James Galanos, 3 ply, silk crepe, cocktail dress, having long sleeves with a deep v neck at the
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1980s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1990S Alberta Ferretti Ecru Rayon Cocktail Dress
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in New York, NY
1990S Alberta Ferreti Ecru Rayon Cocktail Dress
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1990s Vintage Cocktail Dress
Grey satin sleeveless cocktail dress Emanuel/ Emmanuel Ungaro
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey satin sleeveless cocktail dress in biais. Fabric composition: 47% rayon, 53% acetate SIZE 44
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1990s Hong Kong Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Peter Robinson Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A colourful vintage cocktail dress by Peter Robinson. The dress is in a wonderful combination of
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1950s British Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Dusty Pink Lace Cocktail Dress
By MELBRAY of LONDON
Located in London, GB
A pretty dusty pink lace vintage cocktail dress . The has a drop waist , a v backline, central
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Odicini Couture Cocktail Dress
By ANDREA ODICINI COUTURE
Located in London, GB
A chic and pretty vintage cocktail dress by Odicini Couture. The dress has a lace top and spot
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1980s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
1960s Black Fringe Tassel Cocktail Dress
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1960s Black Fringe Tassel Cocktail Dress
Located in University City, MO
1960s Black fringe tassel cocktail dress The chic retro cocktail dress is designed with
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1960s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Dress
Carolyne Roehm Black Cocktail Dress w/Bow
By Carolyne Roehm, Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black crepe long sleeve cocktail dress by Carolyne Roehm. The cocktail dress has a black
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1990s Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Janice Wainwright Cocktail Dress
By Janice Wainwright
Located in London, GB
A chic and easy to wear cocktail dress by UK designer Janice Wainwright.The dress has a turquoise
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1970s British Vintage Cocktail Dress
Simonetta Chenille Fringed Cocktail Dress
By simonetta
Located in New York, NY
Simonetta, black, chenille, "flapper-like" cocktail dress having thin straps at the shoulders and
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1970s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
Silver sequin cocktail dress Bill Blass
By Bill Blass
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silver sequin cocktail dress on brown rayon jersey base and lining in the same fabric. Zip closure
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1980s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1950S FRANK STARR Silk Chiffon Floral Cocktail Dress
By Frank Starr
Located in New York, NY
Silk Chiffon Floral Cocktail Dress
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1950s Vintage Cocktail Dress
1990S BERNARD PERRIS Black Silk Cocktail Dress With Fringe
Located in New York, NY
1990S BERNARD PERRIS Black Silk Cocktail Dress With Fringe
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1990s Vintage Cocktail Dress
1990S Alberta Ferretti Grey & White Silk Mini Cocktail Dress
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in New York, NY
1990S Alberta Ferretti Grey & White Silk Mini Cocktail Dress
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1990s Vintage Cocktail Dress
1990S Dolce & Gabbana Purple Black Silk Mini Cocktail Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in New York, NY
1990S Dolce & Gabbana Purple Black Silk Mini Cocktail Dress
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1990s Vintage Cocktail Dress
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Vintage Cocktail Dress For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary vintage cocktail dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Blue and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage cocktail dress may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Dolce & Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent and Bill Blass each produced a popular version that is worth a look. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.
How Much is a Vintage Cocktail Dress?
The price for a vintage cocktail dress starts at $95 and tops out at $27,995, and on average, selling for $778.
Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You
With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.
In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.
Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy
Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.
Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Vintage Cocktail Dress
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between a dress and a cocktail dress is mainly the specificity of the term. A dress is any garment that has a bodice attached to a skirt. The term cocktail dress refers to a dress designed for events in the late afternoon and early evening. Many feature hemlines that fall between the knee and calf. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cocktail dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cocktail dresses usually finish above or at the knees and are paired with high heels. This dress should be party-ready such as dressy separates or a little black dress.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A classic cocktail dress is a garment worn for special occasions that usually take place in the evening. Although its name comes from "cocktail party," the dresses are suitable for other types of gatherings. Designs vary greatly, but most cocktail dresses feature a hemline that falls close to the knee. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage cocktail dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a cocktail dress, first look at the hemline. Typically, hemlines for cocktail dresses fall to the mid-thigh or above. Materials and embellishments can also indicate a cocktail dress. For example, fine fibers like silk, chiffon and velvet are commonly used for cocktail dresses, and many pieces feature decorative accents, such as sequins and rhinestones. Keep in mind that there are no real hard and fast rules for what classifies as a cocktail dress. The term generally refers to any dress slightly more casual than a formal full-length gown but still suitable for nighttime wear. Explore a large selection of cocktail dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cocktail dresses first rose to prominence in the 1920s and onward, with each era making its own mark on the practical and fashionable garment. You’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary cocktail dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell if a dress is vintage, look at the labels inside. By researching the maker and looking at images of the brand's other designs, you may be able to estimate the age of your dress. The label may even have a date printed on it. Generally, clothing must be at least 20 years old to qualify as vintage. If you need assistance dating your clothing, a knowledgeable expert, such as an appraiser or vintage clothing reseller, can help. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell how old a vintage dress is, use trusted online resources to conduct research. Start by searching for labels that identify the maker. Then, consult online information and images to determine when the brand produced pieces similar to yours. If you run into any problems or would like assistance, consult a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be considered vintage, a wedding dress has to be at least 20 years old. Many brides opt for vintage wedding dresses due to their timeless style and unique details. Shop a range of vintage and designer wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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