Gunne Sax Cotton Victorian Style Blouse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This victorian style blouse from Gunne Sax is a must have in any wardrobe.The lace detailing is exquisite and is such a great detail.The buttons on each cuff are great for tailoring ...
1960s Gunne Sax Black Label Cream and Patchwork Dress
Located in London, GB
This Gunne Sax midi-dress is from the brand’s highly collectable black label era.
Gunne Sax Prairie Dress Pink Calico Print
Located in Los Angeles, CA
*Lace detail on neck, sleeve and bodice. *1970s Gunne Sax for Jessica McClintock *Victorian-esque dress, with delicate detailing, and corset like ties in the front *Floral design...
1970s Gunne Sax Long Sleeve Maxidress
Located in New York, NY
What dreams are made of! In the 1970s, Gunne Sax borrowed heavily from Victorian silhouettes, igniting an entire aesthetic that went on to define the style of an era.
1960s Gunne Sax Black Label Linen and Crochet Laced Bodice Dress
Located in London, GB
This Gunne Sax maxi-dress is from the brand’s highly collectable black label era.
1970s White Gunne Sax Maxi Dress with Blue Floral Embroidery
Located in London, GB
This Gunne Sax dress by Jessica McClintock is from the brand’s highly collectable mid 1970s era.
1960s Gunne Sax Cream Linen Mini Corset Dress with Wooden Beads
Located in London, GB
This late 1960s to early 1970s Gunne Sax by Jessica McClintock 'hippie' dress is from the brand’s highly collectable black label era.
Jessica McClintock for Gunne Sax Strapless Lime Ballerina Dress – XS - S, 2003
Located in Tucson, AZ
fabric: lace, taffeta, tulle noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: invisibly repaired one 1 ¾” loss in outer tulle skirt layer condition: very good with above repair measuremen...
1970s White Floral Lace and Cotton Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
This high Victoriana design was also popularised by Laura Ashley during the early part of the decade and Gunne Sax in the US. Fully lined, the dress also retains its original belt a...
$172Sale Price|25% Off
1970s Long Sleeve Empire Waist Maxidress
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Gunne Sax style dress is so 1970s-does-Victorian.
1960s/1970s Gunne Sax Lace Cottage Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 1960s to early 1970s Gunne Sax cream prairie/cottage dress featuring crochet lace paneling alone the face of the dress and sleeves.
1970s Gunne Sax Denim and Crochet Prairie Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Gunne Sax cotton denim prairie dress featuring an off white crochet trim along the full length sleeves, tied-neckline, and wide ruffle hem.
1970s Gunne Sax Floral Printed Cotton Day Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Gunne Sax Rust colored floral printed prairie day dress made of a fine cotton voile.
1969 Gunne Sax Eclectic Horseman Printed Cotton Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 1960s (1969; Black label) Gunne Sax cotton prairie dress/cottage dress featuring an "Eclectic Horseman" print in tones of blue, lavender, mustard, and indigo.
1970s Gunne Sax Robin's Egg Blue Prairie Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Gunnel Sax cotton voile calf length prairie dress in a robin's egg blue and beige calico printed overskirt/bust. The belted back waist is trimmed with a matching blue satin alo...
Vintage Gunne Sax Long Sleeve Floral Maxidress
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1970s Gunne Sax dress is a romantic dream. In the 1970s, Gunne Sax borrowed heavily from Victorian silhouettes, igniting an entire aesthetic that went on to define the s...
Vintage Gunne Sax Red Print Lace Bell Sleeve Prairie Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your spring fashion game with our Vintage Gunne Sax Red Print Lace Bell Sleeve Prairie Dress.
Gunne Sax Cotton Lace High Neck Victorian Style Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Gunne Sax lace dress takes your wardrobe back to the Victorian era, with a fully lined, babydoll-style silhouette and a high ruffled neck.
Vintage Gunne Sax Ivory Floral Off-the-Shoulder Dress
Located in New York, NY
This vintage floral Gunne Sax maxidress was made in the 1970s and is adorned with the sweetest ditsy floral print.
Vintage 1970s Empire Waist Maxidress
Located in New York, NY
In the style of Gunne Sax, this dress is classic 1970s bohemian-meets-Victorian.
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Vintage 1980s Velvet Basque-Waist Party Dress with Bow Detail
Located in New York, NY
It does not have a label but I've had 1980s dresses from both Laura Ashley and Gunne Sax that are this exact silhouette. (This specific piece was custom made and is one-of-a-kind, li...
VINTAGE 1970s GUNNE SAX VICTORIAN-STYLE DRESS
Located in New York, NY
The vintage Gunne Sax dress you've been dreaming of: in the 1970s, Gunne Sax borrowed heavily from Victorian silhouettes, igniting an entire aesthetic that went on to define the styl...
1970s Gunne Sax Medieval Lace-Up Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
This Gunne Sax by Jessica McClintock dress perfectly embodies the nostalgic hippie trends of the early to mid 1970s.
1970s Gunne Sax Cotton Lace and Teal Velvet Dress
Located in London, GB
Full length and elaborate 1970s Gunne Sax cotton lace and teal velvet dress. This is a one of the more expensive medieval inspired gowns designed by Jessica McClintock which dates fr...
Antique Victorian Calico Dress
Located in New York, NY
Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, designers like Laura Ashley and Gunne Sax borrowed from these Victorian designs, but this is the original.
Vintage Gunne Sax Lace, Cotton, and Burlap Prarie Driess
Located in Greenport, NY
Vintage Gunne Sax Lace, Cotton, and Burlap Prarie Driess An amazing 1970s gunne sax long sleeve maxi dress, with lace up bust.
1970s Gunne Sax White Cotton Cottage Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Gunne Sax white cotton day dress with machine lace trim/embroidery, clear button front closure, pin pleats, gathers, wide ruffled hem, and a double piped waist with adjustable ...
1980s Gunne Sax White Strapless Lace Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1980s Gunne Sax white strapless teal-length dress with a fitted bodice, machine lace, lace ruffled neckline, and waist, and a net overskirt.
1970s Gunne Sax Navy Calico Cottage Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Gunne Sax navy cottage dress featuring a floral calico print, satin and lace trim, velvet lace up bodice, a wide ruffled hem, and an applied sash that ties in the back over the...
1970s Gunne Sax Cotton Dress with Crochet Trim
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s soft cream colored cotton Gunne Sax Full length granny style dress with machine crochet trim along the full sleeves, deep v-neckline, and wide skirt ruffles.
1970s Gunne Sax Cotton and Lace Cottage Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Gunne Sax cotton cottage dress adorned with machine lace panels along the full-length skirt, a lace up bodice, sheer lace puff sleeves, satin ribbon trim, and an applied sash t...
1970s Gunne Sax Navy Calico Day Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970s Gunne Sax navy blue calico printed cotton cottage dress with blue and marron flowers.
1970s Gunne Sax White Cotton Cottage Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1970's Gunne Sax white cotton voile cottage dress with lace and satin ribbon trim, lace-up bodice, full cuffed sleeves, full length skirt finished with lace and a wide ruffled hem.
70s Gunne Sax Edwardian Revival Natural Cotton and Cobalt Blue Velvet Maxi
Located in San Francisco, CA
70s Gunne Sax Edwardian Revival Natural Cotton and Cobalt Blue Velvet Maxi.
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall 1999/ 2000 Extremely sexy dress by John Galliano for Dior - a dress that transcends mere fabric to become an emblem of audacious elegance. This...
2000s KRIZIA Sheer micro mini beaded yellow
By Krizia
Located in Austin, TX
2000s KRIZIA Sheer mini beaded nylon and spandex with beading Condition: Excellent 33" bust, 30" waist, 31" hips, 29" length One size ( fits US 0 - 6 )
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...
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 ...
$447Sale Price|20% Off
Moschino Vintage Iconic Heart Mini Dress 1990s
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO 1990s vintage iconic heart mini dress. Fitted cut. Spaghetti straps. Side zip closure. Label reads CHEAP AND CHIC by MOSCHINO Made in Italy. Marked Size : I 42 / D 38 ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 Silk Nude Embellished Dress Fr. 42 US 10
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Embellished Dress 2005 Collection French size 42 ( US 10 ) Silver tone beads over the beige silk, Signature Galliano little buttons closu...
Fall 2005 Alexander McQueen 'The Man Who Knew Too Much' Full Lace Back Dr Runway
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
BLACK SILK JERSEY DRESS FROM ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2005 WITH A LOW LACE BACK This is a stunning evening dress made of black stretch jersey with sheer lace on the back. This gorgeous, ic...
1970s Vintage Paper Thin Sheer Metallic Flecked Silk Dress
By The Silk Farm by Icinoo, Neiman Marcus
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning 1970s vintage dress in gorgeous paper thin silk. The fabric is flecked with metallic threads and features an allover floral print. No closure, pulls on over the head. Partia...
$5,194
Size: FR 40 - UK 12 - IT 44
Jean Paul Gaultier knitted wool floral tapestry sweater and skirt set, fw 1984
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier; Tapestry style floral knitted wool turtle neck sweater and skirt set Fall-Winter 1984
1968 Ossie Clark for Quorum capelet gown
By Ossie Clark
Located in Austin, TX
1968 floral OSSIE CLARK for QUORUM full length dress with capelet from the 1968 Ossie Clark - Quorum show at Revolution club, London. Bust - open, High Waist 25", Hip 31", Length f...
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...
1960s Nina Ricci Couture Ruby Velvet Gown & Cape Ensemble W/ Heavy Bead Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Gresham, OR
An incredible and rare 1960s Nina Ricci Couture ruby red evening ensemble: an evening gown with a portrait neckline, fitted "princess" seaming, 3/4 sleeves and a faux Empire waist tr...
1998 ATELIER VERSACE haute couture silk floral mini RUNWAY dress
By Gianni Versace, Atelier Versace
Located in San Fransisco, CA
A rare Atelier Versace couture mini dress from the Spring/Summer 1998 runway collection, made of lustrous silk with a sleek, body-skimming silhouette. The piece is cut sleeveless w...
Thierry Mugler Goddess Dress SS 1988 Été Africain Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning rare Thierry Mugler dress, 'African Summer' Spring Summer Collection 1988. A fabulous example of his iconic style, which often played with structure and form to create strik...
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Purple Feather Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2005 Size 40IT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Runway - Purple Feather Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2005 Size 40IT
John Galliano Archival 2003 Summer Dress Mini Sexy
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, BE
Icon John Galliano's beautiful creation: Assuming FW 2003 Collection. The dress is a masterful blend of playful charm, effortless glamour and and seductiveness. This exquisite piece ...
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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