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Sea Shell Dress

1950s Pau Hana - Honolulu Yellow Cotton Sundress W/ Stylized Sea Shell and Coral
1950s Pau Hana - Honolulu Yellow Cotton Sundress W/ Stylized Sea Shell and Coral

1950s Pau Hana - Honolulu Yellow Cotton Sundress W/ Stylized Sea Shell and Coral

Located in Gresham, OR

A sweet 1950s Pau Hana - Honolulu butter-yellow cotton sundress with stylized coral and sea shell print (including sea urchins, starfish and sand dollars). Ruched at center front and...

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1950s American Informal Dresses

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Vintage 1930's Silk Painted Mermaid Dress Halter Neck Sea Shell Dress UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1930's Silk Painted Mermaid Dress Halter Neck Sea Shell Dress UK 10 US 6

Vintage 1930's Silk Painted Mermaid Dress Halter Neck Sea Shell Dress UK 10 US 6

Located in Nashville, TN

A marvel to behold, this original 1930's vintage dress, rendered in a sumptuous shade of ocean blue silk with painted accented and rayon details, is just the piece to add to your vin...

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1930s Evening Dresses

Gianni Versace printed silk and beaded 'Sea Shell' maxi dress, ss 1992
Gianni Versace printed silk and beaded 'Sea Shell' maxi dress, ss 1992

Gianni Versace printed silk and beaded 'Sea Shell' maxi dress, ss 1992

By Gianni Versace

Located in London, GB

Gianni Versace printed silk and beaded 'Sea Shell' dress. Silk crêpe sheath printed with pink and gold sea-shells and star fish, the be-jewelled breast cups and straps in the form of...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Sleeveless cocktail dress with shells and sea-horses printed Versace
Sleeveless cocktail dress with shells and sea-horses printed Versace

Sleeveless cocktail dress with shells and sea-horses printed Versace

By Versace

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Sleeveless cocktail dress with shells and sea-horses printed . Fabric composition: 48% nylon, 34% polyester, 18% elastane.

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Gianni Versace S/S 1992 Printed silk and beaded 'Sea Shell' evening dress
Gianni Versace S/S 1992 Printed silk and beaded 'Sea Shell' evening dress

Gianni Versace S/S 1992 Printed silk and beaded 'Sea Shell' evening dress

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Milano, IT

- Designed by Gianni Versace - Sold by Skof.Archive - Runway Look 50 - Silk crêpe sheath printed with pink and gold sea-shells and star fish - Be-jewelled breast cups and straps in...

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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

19th Century French Oval Oil on Board Floral Painting in Carved Gilt Frame
19th Century French Oval Oil on Board Floral Painting in Carved Gilt Frame

19th Century French Oval Oil on Board Floral Painting in Carved Gilt Frame

Located in Dallas, TX

The vessel stands on a stone table dressed with sea shells on both side of the bouquet.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Paintings

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Emanuel Ungaro Silk Sea Shell Dress, 1980's
Emanuel Ungaro Silk Sea Shell Dress, 1980's

Emanuel Ungaro Silk Sea Shell Dress, 1980's

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Size: 8 (Best Fits Size 4)

Emanuel Ungaro Silk Sea Shell Dress, 1980's

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Atlanta, GA

Emanuel Ungaro combines a ladylike silhouette and a nautical silk fabric printed with red, white and blue sea shells to create a 1980's design with a 1940's inspiration.

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1980s Italian Day Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Sea-Shell Print Mini Dress
Yves Saint Laurent Sea-Shell Print Mini Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Sea-Shell Print Mini Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Geneva, CH

A funny print for a cute mini summer dress ! There is a black trim all around the neck, the shoulders and the hem. Unlined. Fits approx. : US 0-4 / FR 34-36 Measurements : Bus...

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1970s French Mini Dresses

Y2k Donatella Versace 2000's Pink Ombré Sea shell pattern Backless Sparkly Dress
Y2k Donatella Versace 2000's Pink Ombré Sea shell pattern Backless Sparkly Dress

Y2k Donatella Versace 2000's Pink Ombré Sea shell pattern Backless Sparkly Dress

By Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Sheffield, GB

Y2k Vintage Donatella era Versace Dress in a fantasy Pink Ombré coloured sea shell print with Diamonté detailed embellishments !

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Early 2000s European Casual Dresses

Chanel S/S 12 strapless sequin pearlised sea shell appliqué knee length dress
Chanel S/S 12 strapless sequin pearlised sea shell appliqué knee length dress

Chanel S/S 12 strapless sequin pearlised sea shell appliqué knee length dress

By Chanel

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Chanel Spring Summer 2012 Ready to wear 'Look 5' Strapless woven dress embellished with iridescent sequins and pearlised appliqué Fitted waist Two front pockets with pearlised seash...

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2010s French Evening Dresses

1950s Waikiki Kasuals Pale Aqua Cotton Sundress W/ Angelfish & Sea Shell Print
1950s Waikiki Kasuals Pale Aqua Cotton Sundress W/ Angelfish & Sea Shell Print

1950s Waikiki Kasuals Pale Aqua Cotton Sundress W/ Angelfish & Sea Shell Print

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s Waikiki Kasuals pale aqua cotton sundress with angelfish, sea shells and various sea fauna print. Ballet neckline with ties at shoulders. Fitted waist and full pleated skirt. M...

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1950s American Casual Dresses

Swarovski Crab Brooch With Enamel & Pearl Details
Swarovski Crab Brooch With Enamel & Pearl Details

Swarovski Crab Brooch With Enamel & Pearl Details

By Swarovski

Located in Atlanta, GA

MEASUREMENTS Measures 1.63" wide x 1.38" tall x .5" deep including the straight pin hardware. The Emanuel Ungaro sea shell dress shown in photograph 11 provides some visual referenc...

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Late 20th Century Austrian Modern Brooches

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Crystal, Pearl, Gold, Enamel

19th Century French Oval Oil on Board Floral Painting in Carved Gilt Frame
19th Century French Oval Oil on Board Floral Painting in Carved Gilt Frame

19th Century French Oval Oil on Board Floral Painting in Carved Gilt Frame

Located in Dallas, TX

The vessel stands on a stone table dressed with sea shells on both side of the bouquet.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Paintings

Materials

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Gucci Vintage Silk Sea Shell Print Caftan
Gucci Vintage Silk Sea Shell Print Caftan

Gucci Vintage Silk Sea Shell Print Caftan

By Gucci

Located in US

Vintage Gucci maxi dress features a sea shell print throughout the lavender-colored silk fabric, dolman style sleeves, and a drawstring waist tie fastening.

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Late 20th Century Italian Day Dresses

NEW VERSACE SILK SEA SHELL PRINT GOWN DRESS Sz IT 38 - 2
NEW VERSACE SILK SEA SHELL PRINT GOWN DRESS Sz IT 38 - 2

NEW VERSACE SILK SEA SHELL PRINT GOWN DRESS Sz IT 38 - 2

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

VERSACE Julie Verhoeven is a name that has become synonymous with fashion and art. A British illustrator, Verhoeven’s love of drawing placed her at the epicenter of some creative ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Stavropoulos 70s navy eyelet lace with sea shell & silk chiffon size 4.
Stavropoulos 70s navy eyelet lace with sea shell & silk chiffon size 4.

Stavropoulos 70s navy eyelet lace with sea shell & silk chiffon size 4.

By George Stavropoulos

Located in Atlanta, GA

Stavropoulos 70s navy blue eyelet lace with sea shell pattern on lace and silk chiffon layered skirt size 4.

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1970s American Evening Dresses

Gianni Versace Jeans Couture Starfish Sea Star Shell Sequin Evening Dress
Gianni Versace Jeans Couture Starfish Sea Star Shell Sequin Evening Dress

Gianni Versace Jeans Couture Starfish Sea Star Shell Sequin Evening Dress

By Gianni Versace, Atelier Versace

Located in PARIS, FR

Starfish sequin dress by Gianni Versace! Vintage piece from the 90s. Starfish with sequins. Versace Jeans Couturre text on the dress. Very good condition! Padded bra, no need to wea...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Lilly Pulitzer "The Lilly" Green Sea Shell Print Kaftan, 1960s
Lilly Pulitzer "The Lilly" Green Sea Shell Print Kaftan, 1960s

Lilly Pulitzer "The Lilly" Green Sea Shell Print Kaftan, 1960s

By Lilly Pulitzer

Located in Houston, TX

The kaftan is lime green with green and white sea shell print. The front of dress dips into a deep-V that can be closed with two hook and eye closures.

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1960s American Kaftans

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By Rudi Gernreich

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Sea Shell Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary sea shell dress for your needs in our varied inventory. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Beige, Gray, Yellow and more. Finding the perfect sea shell dress may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Gianni Versace, Chanel and Emanuel Ungaro are often thought to be among the most stylish.

How Much is a Sea Shell Dress?

On average, a sea shell dress on 1stDibs sells for $600, while they’re typically $395 on the low end and $43,155 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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