Rixo Floral Print Silk Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
Rixo Floral Print Silk Maxi Dress Light blue 'Linda' dress fully crafted from silk and designed with a tiny floral pattern in white.
Rixo Floral Print Silk Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
Rixo Floral Print Silk Maxi Dress Light blue 'Linda' dress fully crafted from silk and designed with a tiny floral pattern in white.
Rixo London, Maxi Emma red bunch floral dress
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Rixo London, Maxi Emma red bunch floral dress. This item has been worn once and is in excellent condition.
RIXO Issy Cuba Abstract Print Silk Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
RIXO Issy Cuba Abstract Print Silk Maxi Dress Vibrant multi-colored abstract graphic patterned dress.
Rixo Polka-Dot Silk Blend Ruffled Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
Rixo Polka-Dot Silk Blend Ruffled Maxi Dress White maxi dress crafted from silk blend with all-over polka-dot pattern in black.
RIXO LONDON Constellation 100% silk black star print V neck dress S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RIXO LONDON Constellation 100% silk black star print V neck dress S Reference: ECLO/A00012 Brand: Rixo Material: Silk Color: Black, Multicolour Pattern: Star Closure: Zip Extra Detai...
RIXO red gold oriental fan print V neck flare sleeves short dress S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RIXO red gold oriental fan print V neck flare sleeves short dress S Reference: JACG/A00131 Brand: Rixo Material: Viscose Color: Red, Gold Pattern: Oriental Closure: Self Tie Extra D...
RIXO Noleen 100% silk coral red leopard floral print patchwork wrap dress S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RIXO Noleen 100% silk coral red leopard floral print patchwork wrap dress S Reference: JACG/A00291 Brand: Rixo Model: Noleen Material: Silk Color: Red, Brown Pattern: Leopard Closure...
Rixo Floral Print Midi Tent Dress
Located in London, GB
Rixo Floral Print Midi Tent Dress Black 'Blakely' dress crafted from viscose and embellished with all-over multicoloured floral print.
Rixo Floral Print Midi Tent Dress
Located in London, GB
Rixo Floral Print Midi Tent Dress Light blue dress crafted from viscose and embellished with all-over 'Red Pansy' floral print.
Rixo Paisley Print Silk Midi Dress
Located in London, GB
Rixo Paisley Print Silk Midi Dress Bohemian-style 'Aoife' midi dress deisgned with Paisley print in black and white to the flared skirt detailed with front slits.
Rixo Alice Black Star Print Midi Dress SIZE M
Located in London, England
Rixo Alice Black Star Print Midi Dress - Black start print midi dress - Lightweight - Non-stretchy fabric - 3/4 sleeve length - Crew neck - Back two buttons and zip fastening - Ruch...
Rixo Polka-Dot Silk Blend Ruffled Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
Rixo Polka-Dot Silk Blend Ruffled Maxi Dress White maxi dress crafted from silk blend with all-over polka-dot pattern in black.
Rixo zara rainbow striped sequin dress XS
Located in London, England
Rixo Striped Sequin Midi Dress with Black Straps -Beautiful faded rainbow sequin stripes -luxurious soft crepe black straps with bow detail -Side slits -Concealed zip fastening ...
RIXO LONDON Constellation 100% silk black star print V neck dress S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RIXO LONDON Constellation 100% silk black star print V neck dress S Reference: ECLO/A00012 Brand: Rixo Material: Silk Color: Black, Multicolour Pattern: Star Closure: Zip Extra Detai...
RIXO red gold oriental fan print V neck flare sleeves short dress S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RIXO red gold oriental fan print V neck flare sleeves short dress S Reference: JACG/A00131 Brand: Rixo Material: Viscose Color: Red, Gold Pattern: Oriental Closure: Self Tie Extra De...
RIXO red gold oriental fan print V neck flare sleeves short dress S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RIXO red gold oriental fan print V neck flare sleeves short dress S Reference: JACG/A00131 Brand: Rixo Material: Viscose Color: Red, Gold Pattern: Oriental Closure: Self Tie Extra D...
Rixo Tiered Floral Print Cotton Maxi Dress Small
Located in London, GB
Rixo tiered floral print cotton maxi dress. Yellow, white, blue and green.
Rixo Printed Silk Crepe De Chine And Chiffon Midi Dress Xsmall
Located in London, GB
Rixo printed silk crepe de chine and chiffon midi dress.
1970s Oscar de La Renta Bohemian Print Satin Maxi Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1970s Oscar de La Renta Bohemian inspired print maxi dress in a mid-weight satin fabric features long sleeves and button cuffs, fitted waist and nice full skirt and side slit pock...
Long printed silk evening dress CHRISTIAN LACROIX
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long printed silk evening dress . Button and buttonhole on the middle back. Beads on one of the shoulder strap. SIZE 36 (Fr)
Silk chiffon long dress with flower print LOLITA LEMPICKA
By Lolita Lempicka
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk chiffon long dress with flower print. Drawstring around the neckline. Split on the bottom with crochet cotton button and buttonhole Front lenght : 130cm Back lenght : 150cm NO...
Brand New Oscar de la Renta Spring/Summer 2019 Red Floral Silk Dress US 6 UK 10
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Maghera, GB
A beautifully romantic Oscar de la Renta dress from the Spring/Summer 2019 collection, featuring the same floral design worn by Elizabeth Gillies as Fallon Carrington in Dynasty, Sea...
$473Sale Price|40% Off
Patrick Kelly Vintage Black White Polka Dot Dress US Size 10
By Patrick Kelly
Located in Nice, FR
PATRICK KELLY vintage black and white polka dotted dress featuring "shawl" sleeves and plunging back. Label reads PATRICK KELLY Paris Made in France. Stretchy fabric. Composition ...
1983 YVES SAINT LAURENT red floral silk RUNWAY dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Yves Saint Laurent, Spring 1983 An exceptionally rare Yves Saint Laurent runway dress from the Spring 1983 collection, also featured in the season’s advance press photos. Made of vi...
Martha, Palm Beach White Polka Dots on Black Silk Dress
Located in New Hope, PA
A black silk background with big creamy white polka dots from Martha, Palm Beach is just charming. The sleeveless top blouses slightly over the fitted hip panels. The skirt is softly...
Jersey printed evening dress ROBERTO CAVALLI
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Jersey printed evening dress. Jersey composition: 88% nylon, 12% elastane Gather on the middle front and middle back SIZE 44 (It) 40 (Fr) M
1980s Vintage Victor Costa Size 12 Tropical Hawaiian Avant Garde 80s Maxi Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage late 80s VICTOR COSTA taffeta flower gown / maxi dress! Features a tropical flower print in vibrant colors of pink, fuchsia, blue, green and black. Avant Garde accor...
$1,999Sale Price|50% Off
Size: 42
NEW Emilio Pucci Signature Print Embellished Floral Maxi Dress Gown 40
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Wonderful EMILIO PUCCI evening gown with a vibrant print and embellishments. DETAILS: Exclusive and gorgeous EMILIO PUCCI gown Vibrant colors with "Emilio" discreetly written all o...
Backless silk printed evening dress Circa 1970's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless silk printed evening dress. Dress: 100 silk. Lining: 100% acetate Zip and hook&eye on the left side. Hook&eye behind the neck. SIZE M ( Bust and hips are large but bust is ...
Roberto Cavalli Vintage 2000s Multicolor Nausicaa Printed Maxi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Rare and collectible early 2000s Roberto Cavalli gown featuring the iconic multicolor Nausicaa print. Crafted in a silky, flowing fabric with a striking palette of white, pink, cobal...
Vintage Hanae Mori Polka Dot / Pin Dot Silk Wrap Dress
By Hanae Mori
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Hanae Mori dress!!! 100% lined silk. Inside hook-and-eye closures. Great for the office, or a cocktail party! Fully lined. In great condition. Approximately Size Med...
Vintage Diane Freis Silk Patterned Dress
By Diane Freis
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Diane Freis silk patterned dress captures the designer’s signature blend of bold color, effortless movement, and artistic detail. Made from lightweight, fluid silk, the ...
1983 YVES SAINT LAURENT red floral silk RUNWAY dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Yves Saint Laurent, Spring 1983 An exceptionally rare Yves Saint Laurent runway dress from the Spring 1983 collection, also featured in the season’s advance press photos. Made of vi...
DOLCE GABBANA 2021 red cream floral embroidery anglais flared sun dress IT38 XS
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA 2021 red cream floral embroidery anglais flared sun dress IT38 XS Reference: CC/A00455 Brand: Dolce Gabbana Designer: Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana Material: Cotto...
$640Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Petite
Halston Iconic Ultra Feather Faux Suede Cropped Zippered Jacket c 1970s Petite
By Halston
Located in University City, MO
Halston Iconic ultra - feather faux suede bomber style zippered jacket c 1970s Petite Size The stylish petite size cropped hunter green zippered jacket is constructed with Halston's ...
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...
Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful velvet Vivienne Westwood Jacket. Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature ...
Oscar de la Renta S/S 2021 Ivory Lace Embroidered Wedding Dress Gown M
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Oscar de la Renta ivory French lace embroidered wedding dress embodies timeless elegance, exquisite craftsmanship, and romantic detail. Embroidered floral motif, fitted bodice and fl...
CARMEN MARC VALVO 90's Vintage Silver Beaded Evening Gown Bridal Wedding Dress
By Carmen Marc Valvo
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Carmen Marc Valvo Vintage 1990's Silver / Grey / Icy cool toned Delicate floral beaded pattern Looks like liquid silk, but it's not silk Sexy square neckline Size USA 12 - easily tai...
On Hold|$13,497
Size: IT 44 - FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
Alexander McQueen metallic silver silk lamé open-back evening dress, ss 1997
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Alexander McQueen metallic silver silk lamé evening dress ▪ V-neck ▪ Open back with a belted waist ▪ Accordion pleated panel starting at the hip and finishing into a train ▪ Conce...
Alexander McQueen Gown The Cosmic Rain Dress Embroidery Corset
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Breathtaking Alexander Mcqueen Corset Gown. Cosmic rain, comet and astral crystal embroideries are hand-sewn to this stunnig evening gown. Powder blue Paris net bustier dress featuri...
Miu Miu Vintage Fall/Winter 2000 Virgin Wool Sculptural Runway Top IT42
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in Berlin, BE
An exceptional archival piece from Miu Miu’s Fall/Winter 2000 collection, this sculptural virgin wool top is a documented runway and campaign design, embodying the house’s early-2000...
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Green Wool Jacket
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Dark green wool jacket featuring notched lapels, black velvet collar, large buttons, edge to edge opening, link button closure and fully lined. Circa 1990s Co...
2019 Runway Documented Alexander McQueen Royal Blue Bustier Corset Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
This vibrant Alexander McQueen lingerie dress walked the runway as part of the fashion house’s Fall 2019 collection (look 36/42). It was also worn in nude by Billie Eilish in the Jun...
F/W 2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Red Stretch Tank Midi Skirt Set Medium
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Yves Saint Laurent’s Fall/Winter 2003 collection under Tom Ford, this two-piece set includes a sheer red stretch tank top with soft ruffle detailing and a matching asymmetrical ...
Reformation Floral Print Midi Dress
Located in London, GB
Reformation Floral Print Midi Dress Black dress crafted from viscose blend and adorned with a rose floral print. Featuring round neck, long sleeves, ruched detail to the side and f...
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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