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Semi Formal Dresses

1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon & Satin 1940S Style Gown
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon & Satin 1940S Style Gown

1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon & Satin 1940S Style Gown

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon & Satin 1940...

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1990s Formal Gowns

1990S Black Semi-Sheer Embroidered Lace Ball Gown With Slight Train
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Embroidered Lace Ball Gown With Slight Train

1990S Black Semi-Sheer Embroidered Lace Ball Gown With Slight Train

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Semi-Sheer Embroidered Lace Ball Gow...

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1990s Formal Gowns

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

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Lace Low Back Gown W...

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1990s Formal Gowns

1990S Tomato Red Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon Boat-Neck Sequined Gown
1990S Tomato Red Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon Boat-Neck Sequined Gown

1990S Tomato Red Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon Boat-Neck Sequined Gown

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Tomato Red Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon Boat-Ne...

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1990s Formal Gowns

1990s Ann Demeulemeester Semi-Sheer Black Long Sleeve Draped Waist Gown 38
1990s Ann Demeulemeester Semi-Sheer Black Long Sleeve Draped Waist Gown 38

1990s Ann Demeulemeester Semi-Sheer Black Long Sleeve Draped Waist Gown 38

By Ann Demeulemeester

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Ann Demeulemeester gown from the 1990s is cut in a floor-length, form-fitting silhouette in black knit. Very lightly sheer, it features long sleeves with subtle ruching at the h...

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1990s Belgian Formal Gowns

1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers
1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers

1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers

By Valentino Garavani, Valentino

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers: A stunning tuxedo-inspired silk velvet and Duchess Satin Semi-Formal dress that is perfect for the holiday...

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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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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 sleeves, buttoned cuffs, and a jewel neckline. The bias cut of the dress gives it a...

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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 excellent condition.

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1930s Evening Dresses

Late 1990s Giorgio Armani Semi Sheer Sequin Beaded Beige Sleeveless Gown
Late 1990s Giorgio Armani Semi Sheer Sequin Beaded Beige Sleeveless Gown

Late 1990s Giorgio Armani Semi Sheer Sequin Beaded Beige Sleeveless Gown

By Giorgio Armani

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This beige Giorgio Armani gown from the late 1990s is a beautiful piece adorned with a floral print that sparkles with thousands of meticulously hand-sewn sequins. Its slip-style des...

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1990s Italian Formal Gowns

Men's DRIES VAN NOTEN Size US 10 / EU 43 - White Leather & Canvas Lace Up Shoes
Men's DRIES VAN NOTEN Size US 10 / EU 43 - White Leather & Canvas Lace Up Shoes

Men's DRIES VAN NOTEN Size US 10 / EU 43 - White Leather & Canvas Lace Up Shoes

By Dries van Noten

Located in San Francisco, CA

DRIES VAN NOTEN semi formal dress shoes come in white leather with a canvas apron toe upper, leather lace up panel, and monochromatic white heeled sole.

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoes

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 next social outing.

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2010s Italian Contemporary More Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

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Located in San Diego, CA

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Incredible Vintage Giorgio di Sant Angelo 80s White Fully Beaded Bodycon Dress

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By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible, sexy, and timeless vintage 1980s Giorgio di Sant Angelo white beaded dress! Encrusted with thousands of seed beads, rhinestones, etc...The detail on this sexy little numb...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

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Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown

Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown

By BADGLEY MISHCKA, Badgley Mischka

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA size 12 gray fully beaded + rhinestone deco style evening gown! Features elegant 3/4 sleeves with a fitted bodice and forgiving skirt. Hand cr...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

F/W 1989 Ralph Lauren Naomi Campbell Black Bias Cut Silk Sleeveless Dress 8
F/W 1989 Ralph Lauren Naomi Campbell Black Bias Cut Silk Sleeveless Dress 8

F/W 1989 Ralph Lauren Naomi Campbell Black Bias Cut Silk Sleeveless Dress 8

By Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From Ralph Lauren’s Fall/Winter 1989 collection, this black silk dress features a bias-cut silhouette that drapes elegantly over the body. The sleeveless design and high neckline cre...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress

1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress

By Guy Laroche

Located in San Diego, CA

1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

1900s Antique White Battenburg Tape Lace Bridal Dress Jacket
1900s Antique White Battenburg Tape Lace Bridal Dress Jacket

1900s Antique White Battenburg Tape Lace Bridal Dress Jacket

Located in London, GB

This exquisite 1900 - 1910s white battenburg or princess tape lace dress jacket is of exceptional quality and craftsmanship and is increasingly scare in this condition. The entire pi...

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Early 1900s British Wedding Dresses

Chic 1950s Pale Blue Couture French Lace Taffeta Avant Garde Vintage 50s Blouse

Chic 1950s Pale Blue Couture French Lace Taffeta Avant Garde Vintage 50s Blouse

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic early 50s demi couture pale blue French Lace wrap blouse top! Features a chiffon backing, with taffeta covered button. Attached taffeta ribbon ties multiple times around the wai...

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Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990
Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990

Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 90s BILL BLASS pale pink and white hand painted polka dot fit n' flare cocktail silk taffeta dress! Features large handpainted polka dots throughout. Attached white lace underla...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

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

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Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet beaded Gown, Halter Top Bodice 6

Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet beaded Gown, Halter Top Bodice 6

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a sexy evening gown from Oscar de la Renta. It is made of black velvet and has a fully beaded bodice. It is a halter style top, that crosses in the back. The skirt is slit up...

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Vintage 1990s black and white wool suit  Moschino Cheap & Chic
Vintage 1990s black and white wool suit  Moschino Cheap & Chic

Vintage 1990s black and white wool suit Moschino Cheap & Chic

By Moschino

Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR

Vintage 1990s black and white suit (jacket and skirt) by Moschino Cheap & Chic. The black and red version of this suit can be seen on the ICONIC Fran fine on the hit sitcom the Nanny...

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1996 AZZEDINE ALAIA black beaded and micro sequined dress
1996 AZZEDINE ALAIA black beaded and micro sequined dress

1996 AZZEDINE ALAIA black beaded and micro sequined dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Jet-black beaded and micro-sequined mini dress designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1996. Dress is labeled a size S. Length is approximately 33" long. Width is very stretch...

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Amazing VERSACE Strapless Beaded Goddess Evening Wedding Bridal Gown Dress 42

Amazing VERSACE Strapless Beaded Goddess Evening Wedding Bridal Gown Dress 42

By Versace

Located in Switzerland, CH

INCREDIBLE VERSACE GRECIAN GODDESS WHITE SILK BEADED EVENING GOWN Gorgeous off-white evening gown inspired by the Grecian goddesses by VERSACE Strapless with sexy semi...

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By Alexander McQueen

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NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress
NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress

NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress

By Narciso Rodriguez

Located in Leonardo, NJ

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2010s Evening Gowns

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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.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

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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