Yves Saint Laurent YSL Khaki Sack dress With Gold Button
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Yves Saint Laurent khaki sack dress with gold buttons. Feels like silk or silk cotton.
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Khaki Sack dress With Gold Button
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Yves Saint Laurent khaki sack dress with gold buttons. Feels like silk or silk cotton.
Holly Harp Sack Dress 1970s
By Holly Harp
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Holly Harp. It has a bateau neckline, long gathered sleeves and panels on the front and back of the dress narrowing to the hem. It slips on over...
$247Sale Price|25% Off
DOLCE GABBANA black cotton bateau puff sleeves sack dress IT40 S
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA black cotton bateau puff sleeves sack dress IT40 S Reference: GEGG/A00112 Brand: Dolce Gabbana Designer: Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana Material: Cotton Color: Blac...
$157Sale Price|25% Off
JOSEPH cream viscose blend hi bateau neck raglan sack dress FR34 XS
By Joseph
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JOSEPH cream viscose blend hi bateau neck raglan sack dress FR34 XS Reference: SNKO/A00573 Brand: Joseph Material: Viscose, Blend Color: Cream Pattern: Solid Closure: Pullover Extra ...
$495
Size: IT 36 but fits like IT 42 or M
New Marni White, Gray Kaleidoscope Print V Neck Sack Dress – It 36-42 / M, 2000s
By Marni
Located in Tucson, AZ
New and never worn with original tags. Sleeveless sack dress with V neckline and front waist seam.
$950
Size: none; comparable to size M
Sleeveless Plum Floral Glass Bead Sack Dress with Gold Piping - M, 1920s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A rare larger size for a Jazz Age garment, this incredible dress offers the comfort of a shift with the elegance of formalwear thanks to its lustrous glass beads. We love how the flo...
$550
Size: IT 40, US size XS-S
Taupe Calvin Klein Minimalist Cowl Neck Sack Dress, Orig Tags– XS -S/IT 40, 2012
By Calvin Klein Collection
Located in Tucson, AZ
Pinched different ways it can look like a different dress each time it is worn. Stiff poplin/poly dress with fold-over cowl neck trimmed in cotton webbing; sack silhouette with rear...
$1,010
Size: Equivalent to French size 36
A Summer Dress By Léonard in silk knit printed with psychedelic flowers C. 1968
By Leonard
Located in Toulon, FR
Sleeveless sack dress style straight cut and Mao collar with small zip in the back.
$1,356Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small
Balenciaga Ruffled Printed Black Silk Crepe De Chine Midi Dress Resort 2019
By Balenciaga
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Some of his most notable designs include the balloon jacket, high waisted baby doll dress, and sack dress, which are still easily recognizable to this day.
$1,563
Size: Equivalent to French size 38-42
Patriotic evening gown in embroidered black silk crepe - France Circa 1918-1922
Located in Toulon, FR
Inspired by the graphic designs of the Ballets Russes and the creations of Jeanne Lanvin, this sleeveless Art Deco dress, with a round neckline and a loose, straight cut known as a s...
Beaded and embroidered ball gown - France Circa 1920
Located in Toulon, FR
With an embroidered and vermiculated background giving a sandblasted effect, this flowing, straight-cut dress, known as a sack back dress, has a low waist on the hips, is sleeveless ...
Karl Lagerfeld 1990s Monochrome Sack Dress and Jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Adorable button front sack dress with metal trimmed ivory buttons.
1980s Oscar de la Renta Sack Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A classic 1980s Oscar de la Renta wool dress with tapered sleeves with a zipper detail. The dress has a tie neck front with a thick 60's inspired scarf, a fitted skirt that cuts just...
Yohji Yamamoto Sack Dress with Drawstring Waist
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Austin, TX
Yohji Yamamoto grey and navy wool sack dress with drawstring waist and hem. Zipper down front. 34" bust, 24" - 39" waist, 46" hips, 55" length.
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Floral Sack Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Austin, TX
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche green and purple wool floral sack dress with velvet cuffs and neckline. Zipper on front, two side pockets.
Yves St Laurent silk gauze sack dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Yves St Laurent silk gauze sack dress...The perfect warm weather dress...Abstract print in lavender and white...Loop & button front with interior drawstring and tie at the lower nec...
BILL BLASS c.1980’s Black Red Green Satin Trim Accent Sleeveless Sack Dress NWT
By Bill Blass
Located in Thiensville, WI
BILL BLASS c.1980’s Black Red Green Satin Trim Accent Sleeveless Sack Dress NWT Circa: 1980’s Label(s): Bill Blass Designer: Bill Blass Style: Sack dress Color(s): Black (body); sha...
LANVIN Size 4 Navy Wool Sleeveless Pleated Sheath Sack Dress 2007
By Lanvin Paris
Located in San Francisco, CA
Stunning sheath cocktail dress by LANVIN. A signature style from the fashion house, this piece comes in a navy wool fabric and features a high pleated and gathered neckline that flow...
1980s Chloe Floral Dress and Wrap
By Chloé, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Austin, TX
Chloe floral thin wool sack dress with wrap and belt. Ruching at collar and cuffs. 54" bust, 47 1/2" length.
TAO COMME des GARCONS Size S Black & White Brocade Print Drawstring Cutout Dress
By TAO Comme Des Garçons
Located in San Francisco, CA
Tao by COMME des GARCONS long sleeve midi sack dress in an off white and black brocade print cotton jersey knit featuring a high neck, drawstring waist, long sleeves and back gathere...
Sold
Size: Equivalent to French size 36
A Summer Dress By Léonard in silk knit printed with psychedelic flowers C. 1968
By Leonard
Located in Toulon, FR
Sleeveless sack dress style straight cut and Mao collar with small zip in the back.
Sold
Size: French size 34-36
Evening dress by Cristobal Balenciaga, Haute Couture (attributed to) Circa 1962
By Balenciaga
Located in Toulon, FR
His most innovative creations included the balloon jacket (1953), the tunic dress (1955), the sack dress (1957) and the Baby Doll dress (1958).
ANN DEMEULEMEESTER white cotton drawstrings ribbon ties sack shirt dress FR36 S
By Ann Demeulemeester
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ANN DEMEULEMEESTER white cotton drawstrings ribbon ties sack shirt dress FR36 S Reference: JACG/A00311 Brand: Ann Demeulemeester Designer: Ann Demeulemeester Material: Cotton Color: ...
A brocaded pekin satin Sack-Back Dress - France Circa 1780
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1780 France French dress in brocaded pekin satin, Watteau pleated coat, pagoda sleeves and basket skirt, possibly for the Court. Cream pekin satin with fluted stripes and broc...
A Damask silk Sack-back mantle gown - Europe Circa 1740
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1740 France or Europe A Sack back mantle gown in celadon green damask, treated here in à la retroussé style, the bottom of the dress having been cut off.
Saint Laurent Vintage Polka Dot Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Vintage Saint Laurent sack style dress, is a midnight navy background with beige polkadots .
Sold
Size: Modelled 12-14 years old
A sack-back gown in changing taffeta Florence silk - French Circa 1785
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1785 France A sack back gown, coat and skirt in salmon and yellow changing taffeta Florence silk.
Sold
Size: Equivalent french size 36-38
An à la française Sack Back Taffeta Silk Court Gown - France Circa 1780
Located in Toulon, FR
Sack back pleated mantle dress and double ruffles pagoda sleeves.
Stella McCartney One Sleeve Dress
By Stella McCartney
Located in Water Mill, NY
The dress is sack style narrowing at the hemline. It is unlined and slips on over the head.
Givenchy Boutique Vintage Black Organza Colorful Paillettes Polka Dots Blouse
By Givenchy
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Bettina blouse, the Shirt dress, the Sack dress—Hubert de Givenchy, like his mentor and friend Cristóbal Balenciaga, was a master at playing with volume to achieve beauty in the ...
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Size: one size fits most
1930s Floral Silk Crepe & Marabou Feather Dolman Sleeve Cocoon Evening jacket
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A graduated hem drops down softly at center back with added volume rounding out the profile much like a sack-back dress. Black marabou feathers edge the center front opening and fini...
GEOFFREY BEENE Sack Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Austin, TX
Geoffrey Beene silk sack dress with belt. 20" sleeve, 40" length. Condition: Good, small spot on back, see photos.
1981 Yves Saint Laurent Sack Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Austin, TX
1981 Yves Saint Laurent rive gauche plaid sack dress with dark green yoke and cuffs. Tie around neck.
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Plaid Sack Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Austin, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche maroon velvet and wool plaid sack dress, two side pockets. Condition: good, two moth holes on front. size 40 54" bust, 64" waist, 64" hips, 25" sleev...
MARNI Size S Color Block Silk Blend Pleated Sack Dress
By Marni
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous color block sack dress by MARNI. A sleeveless style in semi matte silk blend satin, this piece comes sleeveless in an oversized silhouette with taupe and teal color block fr...
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Striped Sack Dress
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Austin, TX
1990s Vivienne Westwood Anglomania viscose and silk grey and white striped wrap dress with belt. Interesting button details on shoulder. Condition: Excellent. Size 44/ or US Large...
Maison Martin Margiela Coffee Brown Avant Garde " Space Age " Sack Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible design by the great Martin Margiela! Beautiful coffee brown Avant Garde dress, with chic cascading sleeves in the front. Sleeves cover back shoulders. Coffee color has a b...
Oscar de la Renta Size 8 / 10 / 12 Navy Blue Cap Sleeve Sack Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic OSCAR DE LA RENTA navy blue lightweight wool sac style cap sleeve dress ! Features silver metal ODLR embossed snaps on the double breasted silhouette. Pockets at each side of th...
Collector's Dolce & Gabbana "Controversial Collection" 2013 Raffia Dress NEW
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in New York, NY
HARPER'S BAZAAR RUSSIA COVER FEATURES A CONTROVERSIAL DOLCE &GABBANA BURLAP-SACK DRESS...... New with tags attached .Size 44.Made in Italy FINAL SALE.
Vintage COMME des GARCONS Size M Brown Rayon / Silk Sack Maxi Dress
By Comme des Garçons
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rare vintage COMMES DES GARCONS dress comes in a deep chocolate brown rayon silk bend pinstripe fabric and features an asymmetrical V neck, silver foil stripe details, pleated g...
Vintage Emanuel Ungaro Shocking Hot Pink & Black Virgin Wool Sack Trapeze Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect flattering sack fit dress that hides any flaws. Pockets at each side of the waist.
Sold
Size: Mannequined on size 36-38 France
A french sack-back gown's coat and its stomacher in brocaded silk Circa 1760
Located in Toulon, FR
The dress is still easy to handle and presentable. Stable condition.
Sold
Size: one size fits most
1930s Floral Silk Crepe & Marabou Feather Dolman Sleeve Cocoon Evening jacket
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A graduated hem drops down softly at center back with added volume rounding out the profile much like a sack-back dress. Black marabou feathers edge the center front opening and fini...
1980s Carolina Herrera Sack Dress
By Carolina Herrera
Located in San Francisco, CA
1980s Carolina Herrera Sack Dress B 40 W 34 H 40 L 40
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Challis and Velvet Sack Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rockwood, ON
Larger YSL sack dress with a velvet yoke and neck accented with hand carved wood buttons.
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Safari Sack Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Rockwood, ON
From one of the later revivals of that famous safari collection is this equally fabulous (and easy to wear) safari sack dress. Cut to be open and loose through the bodice and waist a...
1970s Fendi Silk Coral Motif Sack Dress
By Fendi
Located in Rockwood, ON
Early Fendi examples are so hard to find and definitely fall into the "rare" category! This is a late 1970s silk dress that has a full and easy shape which makes it so easy to wear. ...
Roland Mouret
By Roland Mouret
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Line Green solid shift/sack dress, cowl neck, keyhole back, silk dress.
2000s Jil Sander Sequins Dress
By Jil Sander
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Jil Sander silk sleeveless sack dress in shades of pink, ivory and light grey, fully sequined.
2000s Jil Sander Sequins Dress
By Jil Sander
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Jil Sander silk sleeveless sack dress in shades of pink, ivory and light grey, fully sequined.
Moschino Couture Black Multicolor Silk Polka Dot Tunic Dress
By Moschino Couture
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Moschino Couture 2000s vintage woman dress. Sack model dress, knee length. Black color with colored polka dots. 100% silk fabric.
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Red Cotton Straight Cocktail Dress 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Guache 80s vintage woman dress. Straight sack model, knee length, short balloon sleeve, bateau neckline.
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Red Cotton Straight Cocktail Dress 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Guache 80s vintage woman dress. Straight sack model, knee length, short balloon sleeve, bateau neckline.
John Cavanagh Vintage Eyelet Couture Gown
By John Cavanagh
Located in Cloverdale, CA
His 50's designs anticipated the Sack or Chemise Dress which later became so popular.
Marcel Marongiu Gray Cotton Casual Sack Dress 2000s
Located in Brindisi, Bt
The Marcel Marongiu sack dress from the 2000s is a casual yet stylish piece made of comfortable gray cotton fabric.
1970s Jean Varon Silk Balloon Sack Dress or Coat
By Jean Varon
Located in Rockwood, ON
This is a drop dead gorgeous piece that is completely versatile! This iconic Jean Varon design it has been constructed out a pretty printed tissue silk that makes it light and easy t...
1980s Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Graphic Print Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1980s iconic design Saint Laurent sack dress in a vibrant blue and black abstract painterly print.
Rare Moschino LIFE Recycle Trash Bag Dress
By Moschino
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Gives new meaning to the phrase "sack dress." The Moschino LIFE (Love, Irony, Freedom, and Energy) line was a short-lived casual sportswear line first introduced in fall 1999.
Alexander McQueen Black and White Houndstooth Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
This amazing Alexander McQueen dress is like a wearable sculpture. The cocoon shape is reminiscent of the vintage Givenchy sack dress, while the three quarter sleeves and high neck a...
1970's Wamsutta Mills Yellow Printed Mini Dress
Located in Houston, TX
Fantastic early 1970's Vintage Mills yellow printed sack dress. Both the front and back have two Castillo people adorned with red and green beading along the printed pattern.
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 2
1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 90s Diane Von Furstenberg green and white cotton strapless top! 3-D leaf print, with a trapeze/free flowing waist. Buttons at top back. Can easily be dressed day to night. ...
1940S Burgundy Rayon Geometric Printed Mens Robe
Located in New York, NY
1940S Burgundy Rayon Geometric Printed Mens Robe
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 Beige Metallic Tweed Tie Neck Blazer & Skirt 2pc Suit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 "Pantheon As Lecum" tweed skirt suit. As seen on the runway; look #3. Beige with copper and navy metallic basket weave wool blend fabric. Beautiful asymmet...
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket
By Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Givenchy Style: Princess Coat Color(s): Brown Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Cont...
$545Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
$1,995Sale Price|24% Off
Size: FR38
New Yves Saint Laurent YSL F/W 2009 Runway Wool Lurex Dress Sz FR38 With Tags
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Fall Winter 2009 Brand New With Tags $2650 Butter Soft Runway Wool Lurex Dress FR38 Charcoal & Metallic Lurex Zips Up the Back Hook and Eye Neck Fully Lined...
$5,705
Size: FR 38 - IT 42 - UK 10 - US 6
Dolce & Gabbana black silk spandex and leather lace up dress, ss 2003
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana; black silk spandex figure hugging evening dress. - Lambskin leather grommet trim - Open on both sides with lace up fastenings - Invisible side zip closure ...
Yves Saint Laurent Smocked Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress, SS1977
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Geneva, CH
Cut from airy sheer silk chiffon, this rare 1977 Spring-Summer Saint Laurent Rive Gauche maxi dress is shirred from under the chest to the hips for a flattering - though comfortable ...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunning piece consisting of pants and jacke...
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Purple and Green Silk Rouched Hat with Bow
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche hat is composed of a purple and green striped silk. The hat features a rouched detail and bow. In excellent vintage condition, the black bow has f...
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...
$445Sale Price|22% Off
Size: Refer to measurements
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Avant-Garde Hooded Dress c 21st C
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in University City, MO
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Avant-garde hooded dress The edgy boxy tunic style dress is designed with a subtle textured crinkled pattern that emulates reptile scales The unique ...
$3,500
Size: 40 Fits up to US 12
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Cognac Lambskin Leather Double-Breasted Trench Coat
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Cognac Lambskin Leather Double-Breasted Trench Coat: Supple lambskin leather in a classic style! Oversized with wide notched collar, batwing sleeves, polis...
Yves Saint Laurent New Suede Gauntlet Gloves
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Geneva, CH
Beautiful never worn 80’s YSL fuchsia gloves trimmed in matching leather diagonal stitching. Both gloves was linked by the original sealing thread. "Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche" g...
$595
Size: Best fits S, see measurements
Adolfo 1970s Three Piece Red and Metallic Midi or Maxi Skirt and Tank Dress Set
By Adolfo
Located in San Francisco, CA
Three piece vintage Adolfo burgundy red and metallic floral brocade skirt(s) and top set, circa 1970s- 80s, ensures you're set for any occasion! Pair the the bodice with the long ski...
ZIMMERMANN Garnet burgundy silk 2024 CORSET SATIN MIDI Dress 0 XS
By Zimmermann
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Zimmermann cocktail dress in Garnet burgundy satin silk exudes effortless elegance. Designed with a flattering fit-and-flare silhouette, it features a structured ...
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