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Semi Formal Dresses

1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Lace Low Back Gown With Train
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Lace Low Back Gown With Train

1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Lace Low Back Gown With Train

Located in New York, NY

made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Lace Low Back Gown With Train

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1990s Formal Gowns

1990s Ann Demeulemeester Semi-Sheer Black Long Sleeve Draped Waist Gown
1990s Ann Demeulemeester Semi-Sheer Black Long Sleeve Draped Waist Gown

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 Formal Gowns

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1970s Orange Floral Bias Cut Semi Sheer Dress with Oversized Shawl
1970s Orange Floral Bias Cut Semi Sheer Dress with Oversized Shawl

1970s Orange Floral Bias Cut Semi Sheer Dress with Oversized Shawl

Located in Houston, TX

1970s does 1930s in this sheer floral dress! This beautiful slinky dress is maxi length, with long

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1970s American Formal Wear

30 Bias Cut Pastel Floral Print Lawn Dress with Slip
30 Bias Cut Pastel Floral Print Lawn Dress with Slip

30 Bias Cut Pastel Floral Print Lawn Dress with Slip

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. Structurally strong and very wearable. Great for summer semi-formal events. Please note: The dress is in

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1930s Evening Dresses

Bvlgari Diva's Dream Diamond 18k Rose Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
Bvlgari Diva's Dream Diamond 18k Rose Gold Flower Pendant Necklace

Bvlgari Diva's Dream Diamond 18k Rose Gold Flower Pendant Necklace

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

. This chain is secured with a lobster clasp closure. Wear it with a semi-formal, bodycon dress for your

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2010s Italian Contemporary More Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

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By Louis Feraud

Located in San Francisco, CA

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1970s French Cocktail Dresses

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1960s Ivory and Gold Lace + Sequins Mod Vintage A - Line 60s Babydoll Dress

1960s Ivory and Gold Lace + Sequins Mod Vintage A - Line 60s Babydoll Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s ivory and gold lace A-line dress! Features a fitted bodice, with a nice full flattering flared skirt. Gold embroidered waistband and sleeve cuffs are adorned with gold seq...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

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1990s Custom Made Valentino Dyed Lavender Fox Fur Stole & Matching Handbag

1990s Custom Made Valentino Dyed Lavender Fox Fur Stole & Matching Handbag

By Valentino

Located in Gresham, OR

1990s Custom Made Valentino Dyed Lavender Fox Fur Stole & Matching Handbag: Valentino-Attributed, unmarked custom-made for couture client, this shade of luxurious lavender is seamles...

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1990s Italian Stoles

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John Galliano Vintage Lavender Gown Spring/Summer Size 36FR

John Galliano Vintage Lavender Gown Spring/Summer Size 36FR

By John Galanos

Located in Saint Petersburg, FL

John Galliano Vintage Lavender Silk and Lace Gown with Faint Pink and Lavender Flair Spring/Summer Size 36FR. Measurements: Bust 34" Waist 27" Hips 34" Gown is cut on the bias and ...

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John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set

John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set

By John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...

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1990s French Cardigans

1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves
1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves

1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves

Located in Sparks, NV

Flattering vintage 1940s cocktail dress in black velvet with a draped collar and 3/4 length sleeves. Unlined with side metal zip closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust meas...

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

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Vintage Gianfranco Ferre 1990s Brown + White Zebra Jeweled BodyCon Jersey Dress

Vintage Gianfranco Ferre 1990s Brown + White Zebra Jeweled BodyCon Jersey Dress

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing vintage GIANFRANCO FERRE (early 90s) brown and white abstract zebra printed rayon jersey BodyCon dress! Features incredible Amber and green crystal jewels below bust. Intrica...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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By Mr. Blackwell

Located in San Diego, CA

WOW! This vintage Mr. Blackwell Custom dress is OUT OF THIS WORLD! This is quite possible the best Mr. Blackwell piece I have ever seen! Dating from the late 1950s/ early 1960s, this...

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1950s American Evening Gowns

1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress
1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress

1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

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Prada embellished orange silk organza top and skirt set, fw 1999
Prada embellished orange silk organza top and skirt set, fw 1999

Prada embellished orange silk organza top and skirt set, fw 1999

By Miuccia Prada, Prada

Located in London, GB

▪ Prada 2-piece set ▪ Creative Director: Miuccia Prada ▪ Fall-Winter 1999 ▪ Constructed from orange silk organza ▪ Beaded leaf-shaped organza appliques ▪ Green suede trim ▪ Crew-...

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1930s White Floral Cutout Organza Dress

1930s White Floral Cutout Organza Dress

Located in London, GB

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1920's Filet Lace and Chiffon Dress

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Located in New York, NY

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Lovely Art Deco Burn Out Velvet Gown

Lovely Art Deco Burn Out Velvet Gown

Located in New York, NY

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Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown

Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown

Located in San Diego, CA

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Semi Formal Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of semi formal dresses. Our collection of semi formal dresses includes a variety of colors, spanning brown, red, black and more. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many classic iterations of semi formal dresses over the years, but those made by Chloé, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace and Gianni Versace Couture are often thought to be among the most stylish.

How Much are Semi Formal Dresses?

The prices for semi formal dresses start at $271 and top out at $19,940 with these items, on average, selling for $2,200.

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From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

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