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Zum Zum Vintage Satin Formal Dress
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Zum Zum satin formal dress.
Draped ruched strappy off shoulder bodycon fitted dress
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1980s Retro Formal Dress
1960s Pink Princess Seam Cut Formal Dress
Located in London, GB
This well constructed dress is from department store Rackhams which was owned by Harrods in the
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1960s British Retro Formal Dress
1950s Vintage Couture Silk Satin + Creamy Silk Chiffon Formal Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning couture formal dress in the most gorgeous silk chiffon we have ever seen. The silk is
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1950s American Retro Formal Dress
Nylon and lurex crepe formal dress - France Circa 1972
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1972
France
Off-white nylon crepe long dress for ceremony or bridesmaid, with a bustier and
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1970s French Retro Formal Dress
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Size: Equivalent french size 36-37
Lilli Diamond Evening Gown Sequins Sexy Black Knit Formal Dress Vintage 70s
By Lilli Diamond
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
the late 1970s. Made from a stretchy knit fabric with TONS of black sequins, this dress is cut to show
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1970s American Retro Formal Dress
John Galliano 'L'Ecole de Danse' Ivory Satin Cutwork Formal Dress, ss 1996
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival John Galliano Formal / Bridal Dress
▪ 'L'Ecole de Danse' collection, Spring-Summer 1996
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1990s French Retro Formal Dress
Ronald Amey Evening Gown Black Lace and Silk Taffeta Formal Dress Vintage 70s
By Ronald Amey
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This black lace and taffeta evening gown was made by Ronald Amey in the 1970s and is absolutely gorgeous. The bodice features black floral lace with netting underneath, and the the ...
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1970s American Retro Formal Dress
Size: Unmarked; fits like M
1950s Harrods Navy Double Breasted Dress
By Harrods
Located in London, GB
This dress is the epitome of elegance. Designed for iconic London department store Harrods in the
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1950s Retro Formal Dress
Black Emilio Pucci Knee-Length Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Black knee-length long sleeve dress by Emilio Pucci. Crew neck. Concealed front
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Formal Dress
1960s Oatmeal Linen Textured Linen Dress
Located in London, GB
This is a beautifully finished 1960s textured linen work dress in a light cream oatmeal shade. It
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1960s American Retro Formal Dress
1960s Green Floral Metallic Brocade Dress
Located in London, GB
This elegant vintage 1960s metallic evening dress is of high-end, British manufactured quality
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1960s British Retro Formal Dress
1960s Dellwood Navy Floral Cutout Dress
Located in London, GB
Sophisticated and very well made cap sleeve 1960s shift dress from Dellwood. Made up of a polished
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1960s British Retro Formal Dress
1960s Bramel Model Beaded Coral Red Dress
Located in London, GB
1970s Bramel Model kaftan style maxi dress in the most amazing coral red / orange. It has beautiful
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1960s British Retro Formal Dress
1950s Red Cotton Dress with Embroidered Peplum
Located in London, GB
1950s or early 1960s red cotton dress with floral embroidered and pleated peplum. The dress also
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1950s American Retro Formal Dress
1960s Jean Lang Green Cotton Floral Dress
Located in London, GB
A fabulous lightweight cotton 1960s dress by Jean Lang. The Jean Lang Dress Company was an American
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1960s American Retro Formal Dress
Vintage 1950s Dusty Pink Prom Style Dress
Located in London, GB
to shape the dress. The skirt is densely gathered around the waist so the skirt has lots of volume
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1950s Retro Formal Dress
1970s French Couture Navy Rose Print Dress
Located in London, GB
This is a couture made French dress from the 1970s. The label reads La Femme Chic Place de la
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1970s French Retro Formal Dress
90s Gianfranco Ferre Sheer Metallic Grey Cocktail Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
90s Gianfranco Ferre Sheer metallic grey long sleeve fitted cocktail dress.
Size: 4/6 see
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1980s Italian Retro Formal Dress
1960s Paul Jonas Floral Dress with Black Stripes
Located in London, GB
A sensational and original 1960s floral polished cotton dress by British boutique designer Paul
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1960s British Retro Formal Dress
1950s Navy and Pink Silk Rose Print Dress
Located in London, GB
background. The dress boasts the most beautiful sculptural sleeve design with folds and pleating of the silk
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1950s American Retro Formal Dress
1950s Jacques Heim Haute Couture Yellow Chiffon Dress
By Jaques Heim
Located in London, GB
Outstanding haute couture chiffon column dress by Jacques Heim circa 1958 -1963. A timeless
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1950s French Retro Formal Dress
1960s Velvet and Green Satin Rose Print Dress
Located in London, GB
rose print cocktail dress. Both the pencil skirt and the trim of the square neckline are made from a
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1960s American Retro Formal Dress
Vintage Fuchsia Alaia 1980s Sleeveless Dress Size US XS
Located in New York, NY
Vintage fuchsia sleeveless dress by Alaia. Circa 1980s. V-neck. Zip closure at center front. 26
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1980s European Retro Formal Dress
1950s Vintage Tiered Tulle Formal Barbie Pink Cupcake Prom Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Very 1950s tulle formal dress with a poofy tiered skirt and halter neckline.
Details:
Fully
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1950s American Retro Formal Dress
1990 Yves Saint Laurent Colourful Abstract Print Shirtwaister Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This staple dress is from the 1990 A/W Rive Gauche collection from Yves Saint Laurent. The simple
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1990s French Retro Formal Dress
1950s Grey Wool Dolman Sleeve Dress with Elaborate Beadwork
Located in London, GB
This grey wool dress dates from the very early 1950s has a lovely structured feel to it, and
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1950s British Retro Formal Dress
1950s Sambo Fashions Purple and White Silk Shirtwaister Dress
Located in London, GB
Sublime mid to late 1950s shirtwaister dress by Sambo Fashions, cut in a classic fit and flare
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1950s British Retro Formal Dress
1960s Contessa Cream Silk Dress with Pink Embellished Waistband
Located in London, GB
1960s Contessa evening dress in a lovely cream silk, with an embroidered geometric waistband. The
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1960s Hong Kong Retro Formal Dress
1980s Zandra Rhodes Pale Green Couture Silk Chiffon Dress
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in London, GB
Amazing vintage 1980s Zandra Rhodes couture pale green chiffon dress. The dress is decorated with a
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1980s British Retro Formal Dress
1950s Victor Josselyn Silk Floral Rose Spray Print Dress
Located in London, GB
- 1960s. The dress is cut in a classic tea dress shape with short, dropped shoulder sleeves and a neat V
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1950s British Retro Formal Dress
1960s White Linen Mod Dress with Large Floral Appliques
Located in London, GB
The design and high end construction details of this original vintage white linen dress make this
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1960s French Retro Formal Dress
1990'S Italian Made Sateen Wool Tuxedo Blazer Dress
Located in New York, NY
1990'S Italian Made Sateen Wool Tuxedo Blazer Dress
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1990s Retro Formal Dress
1990'S THIERRY MUGLER Black Silk Long Sleeve Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
Long Sleeve Dress
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1990s Retro Formal Dress
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR White Floral Lace Dress Size 8
By Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR White Floral Lace Dress Size 8
Product details:
Size US8, FR40
White and
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Formal Dress
Veronica at Rembrandt Vintage 1960s Geometric Print Monochrome Dress
By REMBRANDT
Located in London, GB
1970s Rembrandt designer geometric print monochrome dress. This classic design has beautiful
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1970s British Retro Formal Dress
1960s I. Magnin Cream Silk Occasion Dress With Diamante Detail
By I. Magnin
Located in London, GB
This classic and chic vintage 1960s cream silk satin dress from prestigious San Francisco
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1960s American Retro Formal Dress
1980'S Black & Peach Acetate Satin Short Sleeve French Cocktail Dress
By Angela Missoni
Located in New York, NY
Fully lined in satin 1980'S Black & Peach Acetate Satin Short Sleeve French Cocktail Dress
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1980s Retro Formal Dress
Vintage Carven Black Mid Lenght Long Sleeve Dress Size 38
By Carven
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details:
Size 38
Featuring 100% polyester fabric, long sleeves with slit, mid length, shorter on the front, longer on the back, rear zip closure.
Made in Turkey.
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Late 20th Century Turkish Retro Formal Dress
Christian Lacroix Black Silk Chiffon Dress With Off White Silk Collar & Cuffs
By Christian Lacroix, Christian Lacroix Pret a Porter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Lacroix Pret-A-Porter black silk chiffon panel with godet dress with long sheer sleeves
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1990s Italian Retro Formal Dress
Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather Black Lambskin Body-Hugging Dress
By Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather, Michael Hoban
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully wicked Michael Hoban for North Beach Leather body-hugging dress is made with the
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1980s Italian Retro Formal Dress
1950S Black Acetate Taffeta Swing Skirt Cocktail Dress With Unique Gathered Det
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Acetate Taffeta Swing Skirt Cocktail Dress With Unique Gathered Details
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1950s Retro Formal Dress
André Courrèges Tapeze Logo Monogram 70s 80s 90s Square Neck Large Black Dress
By Courrèges, André Courrèges
Located in PARIS, FR
Trapeze dress by André Courrèges!
White logo on the front.
Square neck. Iconic Courrèges look!
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1980s Italian Retro Formal Dress
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Size: Large.
AKRIS Flamenco-Inspired Black / Creme-White Polka Dot Flounced Silk Dress, 1980s
By Albert Kriemler
Located in Munich, DE
Flamboyant 1980s signature polka dot design silk dress in black, creme-white and bright red by
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1980s Swiss Retro Formal Dress
Size: 40 D / 42 FR / 10 US
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Grey Black Panel Slip Dress Gown
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
black panel that asymmetrically wraps around the bottom of the dress. The perfect encapsulation of
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1990s Italian Retro Formal Dress
1980S Black Leopard Print Silk & Rayon Burnout Velvet Wrap Dress Gown With Slee
Located in New York, NY
Burnout Velvet Wrap Dress Gown With Sleeves
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1980s Retro Formal Dress
Vintage Carven Navy and Black Short Sleeve Mini Dress w/ Open Back
By Carven
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details:
Size 40.
Featuring silver tone front zip closure, open back with rear button closure, black ruffled skirt and navy short balloon sleeves.
Made in Hungary.
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Late 20th Century Hungarian Retro Formal Dress
1990s Badgley Mischka Size 10 / 12 Lipstick Red Long Sleeve Evening Midi Dress
By Badgley Mischka
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 90s BADGLEY MISCHKA lipstick red long sleeve jersey evening midi dress! Wonderful
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1990s American Retro Formal Dress
S/S 1998 Helmut Lang Black Silk Cut Out Ribbon Runway Gown
By Helmut Lang
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Spring/Summer 1998 collection, several versions of this Helmut Lang silk satin dress
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1990s Retro Formal Dress
Late 1990s Yigal Azrouël Backless Silver Metallic Slinky Bodycon Gown
By Yigal Azrouël
Located in West Hollywood, CA
. This chic gown fits the bill, whether for a formal occasion or a more casual event. It boasts a high
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1990s American Retro Formal Dress
F/W 1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway Black Barbed Wire Bead Backless Gown
By Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
dress is complete with an exposed back accented with rhinestone straps and beaded 'barbed wire' that
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1990s Italian Retro Formal Dress
F/W 1998 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Mesh Hand Painted Rose Bustier Gown
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
two-piece gown consists of an interior skirt and exterior mesh dress. Constructed entirely of black
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1990s Italian Retro Formal Dress
Late 1990s Giorgio Armani Sheer Plunging Back Bodycon Gown
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
stretch dress features a wide scoop neckline. The dress is amped up with a deep plunging back that tapers
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1990s Italian Retro Formal Dress
F/W 1998 Guy Laroche by Albert Elbaz Red Silk Abstract Art Print Gown
By Guy Laroche
Located in West Hollywood, CA
crafted of soft silk, this dress features an angular abstract print in hues of red and burgundy. This
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1990s French Retro Formal Dress
Givenchy by Alexander McQueen Black Evening Gown with Purple Flowers
By Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy by Alexander McQueen Black Evening Gown with Purple Flowers. This is a stunning dress that
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1990s Retro Formal Dress
1990s Thierry Mugler Sheer Velvet Devoré Faux Cable-Knit Black Bodycon Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
the Mid-1990s, this knit bodycon dress features a mock neck and stands out with a sheer torso with a
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1990s French Retro Formal Dress
1990s Ann Demeulemeester Semi-Sheer Black Long Sleeve Draped Waist Gown
By Ann Demeulemeester
Located in West Hollywood, CA
-length dress features long sleeves and is made complete with light ruching at the hips. This sensual dark
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1990s Belgian Retro Formal Dress
Late 1980s Galanos Heather Grey Rhinestone Accent Slip Demi-Couture Gown
By James Galanos, Galanos
Located in West Hollywood, CA
dress features a v-neckline, fold over detail at the bust, and a low exposed back. The dress is made
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1990s European Retro Formal Dress
F/W 1995 Valentino Garavani Runway Black Satin Velvet Plunging Bust Gown
By Valentino Garavani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
almost entirely of lustrous black silk satin, this dress is adorned with black velvet accents at the bust
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1990s Italian Retro Formal Dress
1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Red Padded Strap Sleeveless Gown
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
1998, this column gown features a high square neckline and low semi-exposed back. This dress is made
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1990s Italian Retro Formal Dress
S/S 1987 Gianni Versace Runway Ad Black Pleated Sheer Slit Silk Gown
By Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
an element of transparency and allure. The dress features a mock neck and is made complete with a
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1980s Italian Retro Formal Dress
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Retro Formal Dress For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary retro formal dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gray, Brown and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a retro formal dress may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An accessory like this designed by Christian Dior, Mike Benet Formals and MIKE BENET — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. 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 Retro Formal Dress?
On average, a retro formal dress on 1stDibs sells for $895, while they’re typically $119 on the low end and $25,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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