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Shell Print Dresses

L’Agence Sachi shell print maxi dress
L’Agence Sachi shell print maxi dress

L’Agence Sachi shell print maxi dress

Located in London, GB

Stunning L’Agence Sachi shell print maxi dress. Bought for £450 and unworn. Made from cream fluid

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2010s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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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

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier tortoise shell print evening dress and bra, ss 1997
Jean Paul Gaultier tortoise shell print evening dress and bra, ss 1997

Jean Paul Gaultier tortoise shell print evening dress and bra, ss 1997

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in London, GB

Jean Paul Gaultier tortoise shell print evening dress with open front and matching bra. Spring

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Zandra Rhodes Blue Pink Pleated Shell Print Caftan Dress 1970S
Zandra Rhodes Blue Pink Pleated Shell Print Caftan Dress 1970S

Zandra Rhodes Blue Pink Pleated Shell Print Caftan Dress 1970S

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in Boca Raton, FL

traditional. Made from a lagoon blue rayon printed with a teal squiggle motif with clustered pink shells, this

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1970s British Caftans

Chloe, Shell print belted silk twill midi shirtdress
Chloe, Shell print belted silk twill midi shirtdress

Chloe, Shell print belted silk twill midi shirtdress

By Chloé

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Chloe, Shell print short sleeve belted silk twill midi shirtdress. The item has a few small stains

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2010s Casual Dresses

Dries Van Noten Vintage Shell Print Ruffle Runway Dress, 1998
Dries Van Noten Vintage Shell Print Ruffle Runway Dress, 1998

Dries Van Noten Vintage Shell Print Ruffle Runway Dress, 1998

By Dries van Noten

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Dries Van Noten ivory and red coral & shell print silk gown with ruffled panels at hip

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1990s Belgian 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

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1970s French Mini Dresses

New Emilio Pucci Pearl Embellished Shell Print Multicolor Silk Dress
New Emilio Pucci Pearl Embellished Shell Print Multicolor Silk Dress

New Emilio Pucci Pearl Embellished Shell Print Multicolor Silk Dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in San Francisco, CA

Emilio Pucci shift dress featuring multicolored shell and coral print on a textured white silk

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Zandra Rhodes Blue Pink Pleated Shell Print Caftan Dress 1970S
Zandra Rhodes Blue Pink Pleated Shell Print Caftan Dress 1970S

Zandra Rhodes Blue Pink Pleated Shell Print Caftan Dress 1970S

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in Boca Raton, FL

traditional. Made from a lagoon blue rayon printed with a teal squiggle motif with clustered pink shells, this

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1970s British Caftans

1970's Gucci Graphic Silk Belted Shirtdress W/Iconic Shell Print
1970's Gucci Graphic Silk Belted Shirtdress W/Iconic Shell Print

1970's Gucci Graphic Silk Belted Shirtdress W/Iconic Shell Print

By Gucci

Located in Studio City, CA

1970's Gucci long sleeved collared silk shirtdress in navy and featuring the iconic, graphic shell

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

1950s Hawaiian Tiki Printed Dress
1950s Hawaiian Tiki Printed Dress

1950s Hawaiian Tiki Printed Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Hawaiian shell print dress with wrap waist detail. Convertible halter strap. Side zip closure

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1950s American Informal Dresses

Versace Vintage Brown Shell Print Jersey Belted Draped Dress M
Versace Vintage Brown Shell Print Jersey Belted Draped Dress M

Versace Vintage Brown Shell Print Jersey Belted Draped Dress M

By Versace

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Versace Vintage dress brings elegant details and a lovely silhouette. It is made from the

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2010s Italian Day Dresses

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

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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

designed dresses, bags, and swimwear. Here is a creation from that time. This one shoulder silhouette was

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Versace Shift Dress FW2019
Versace Shift Dress FW2019

Versace Shift Dress FW2019

By Versace

Located in Los Angeles, CA

beads and crystals Lattice like construction of shell of dress Leaf print details throughout outer shell

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Missoni Ombre Gown with Lace Overlay Maxi Dress
Missoni Ombre Gown with Lace Overlay Maxi Dress

Missoni Ombre Gown with Lace Overlay Maxi Dress

By Missoni

Located in US

knitted shell. Dress has a slip-on entry and is a size . Made in Italy. Bust 34” Waist 30” Hips 35

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Mademoiselle Shells & Beads Print Dress
1950s Mademoiselle Shells & Beads Print Dress

1950s Mademoiselle Shells & Beads Print Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * cotton shell & bead print * metal back zipper * full skirt * by

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1950s Cocktail 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

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

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1960s American Kaftans

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Beautiful Vintage White Sheer Pearl + Beads + Sequins Encrusted Shawl Scarf

Beautiful Vintage White Sheer Pearl + Beads + Sequins Encrusted Shawl Scarf

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage white sheer oversized piano shawl / scarf! Feature thousands of hand-sewn pearl, beads, rhinestones and sequins. Pearl tassels feature pink iridescent pailliettes o...

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Late 20th Century Scarves

Givenchy by Alexander McQueen beige angora wool and shearling coat, c. 1999-2001
Givenchy by Alexander McQueen beige angora wool and shearling coat, c. 1999-2001

Givenchy by Alexander McQueen beige angora wool and shearling coat, c. 1999-2001

By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy

Located in London, GB

▪ Givenchy beige maxi coat ▪ Designed by Alexander McQueen ▪ Large shearling collar and cuffs ▪ Double breasted ▪ Center pleat to the back ▪ 65% Angora, 35% Wool ▪ 100% Acetate linin...

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1990s French Coats and Outerwear

Red Silk Sleeveless Cocktail Dress w Convertible Draped Scarf Back - L, 1960s
Red Silk Sleeveless Cocktail Dress w Convertible Draped Scarf Back - L, 1960s

Red Silk Sleeveless Cocktail Dress w Convertible Draped Scarf Back - L, 1960s

Located in Tucson, AZ

An ingenious design, this dress features a draped shoulder-to-shoulder scarf that may be worn in the back, the front, or even on the head for three different and completely captivati...

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1960s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Lace Bustier Stretch Cutout Slip Dress
S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Lace Bustier Stretch Cutout Slip Dress

S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Lace Bustier Stretch Cutout Slip Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a sexy black lace accented Dolce and Gabbana dress. From the Spring/Summer 1997 this beautiful dress perfectly lies between lingerie and a little black dress. This not so ...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Givenchy Couture John Galliano F/W 1996 Red Snakeskin Trim Plunge Back Gown
Givenchy Couture John Galliano F/W 1996 Red Snakeskin Trim Plunge Back Gown

Givenchy Couture John Galliano F/W 1996 Red Snakeskin Trim Plunge Back Gown

By Givenchy, John Galliano

Located in Chicago, IL

A most rare piece designed by John Galliano for the Givenchy Couture Fall Winter 1996 collection. Same style worn by supermodel Shalom Harlow on the runway. Documented in a fashion a...

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1990s French Evening Gowns

ISSEY MIYAKE 1997 Guest Artist Series No. 2 Nobuyoshi Araki beige Dress
ISSEY MIYAKE 1997 Guest Artist Series No. 2 Nobuyoshi Araki beige Dress

ISSEY MIYAKE 1997 Guest Artist Series No. 2 Nobuyoshi Araki beige Dress

By Issey Miyake, Issey Miyake Guest Artist

Located in 上海市, Xuhui district

NOTE: COLOR OF THIS ITEM PLEASE CHECK CLOSE-UP IMAGES (the one with tags) This bold and artistic mini dress features a striking beige base with intricate pleated detailing that crea...

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1990s Japanese Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen FW 2002 Black Silk Blouse Top Jacket
Alexander McQueen FW 2002 Black Silk Blouse Top Jacket

Alexander McQueen FW 2002 Black Silk Blouse Top Jacket

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Berlin, BE

In the captivating language of Alexander McQueen's FW 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Collection, this jacket or blouse is a poetic embodiment of elegance and drama. Its sleek black Silk...

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Early 2000s Italian Blouses

1960s Oscar de la Renta Turquoise Blue Silver Silk Brocade Sequin 60s Gown Dress
1960s Oscar de la Renta Turquoise Blue Silver Silk Brocade Sequin 60s Gown Dress

1960s Oscar de la Renta Turquoise Blue Silver Silk Brocade Sequin 60s Gown Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful late 1960s Oscar de la Renta turquoise blue and silver silk brocade sequined short sleeve evening gown / maxi dress! Feather prints throughout. Features a tailored bodice w...

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1960s American Evening Gowns

John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001
John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001

John Galliano Crystal Adorned Crimson Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 2001

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Crafted from crimson crepe-back satin, with alternating panels that highlight both the satin sheen and crepe texture ▪ D...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1996Jean Paul Gaultier Velvet Gown with Large Fabric Beads
1996Jean Paul Gaultier Velvet Gown with Large Fabric Beads

1996Jean Paul Gaultier Velvet Gown with Large Fabric Beads

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Austin, TX

1996 Jean Paul Gaultier maroon velvet evening gown with long straps and extra large fabric covered beads - 6 1/2" L x 1 1/4" W. 29" bust, 32" waist, 32.5" hips, 59" length. Co...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Hiroko Salmon / Coral Color Blocked Slinky Vintage 70s Bias Maxi Dress
1970s Hiroko Salmon / Coral Color Blocked Slinky Vintage 70s Bias Maxi Dress

1970s Hiroko Salmon / Coral Color Blocked Slinky Vintage 70s Bias Maxi Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Slinky 1970s HIROKO salmon and coral color blocked jersey bias cut maxi dress! This beauty simply slips over the head and stretches to fit. Slimming diagonal stripes on the front and...

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1970s American Maxi Dress

1990s Bill Blass Rope Strap Black Nautical One Piece Vintage Swimsuit Bodysuit
1990s Bill Blass Rope Strap Black Nautical One Piece Vintage Swimsuit Bodysuit

1990s Bill Blass Rope Strap Black Nautical One Piece Vintage Swimsuit Bodysuit

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic vintage BILL BLASS black one piece swimsuit or bodysuit! Features chic tan rope straps that add just the right amount of jazz to this figure flaunting piece! Great alone for the...

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1990s American Swimwear

Autunm/Winter 2009 Alexander McQueen Cheongsam Style Black Cocktail Dress
Autunm/Winter 2009 Alexander McQueen Cheongsam Style Black Cocktail Dress

Autunm/Winter 2009 Alexander McQueen Cheongsam Style Black Cocktail Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Alexander McQueen cheongsam-style short-sleeve black sheath dress. This dress was look 9 in the Autumn/Winter 2009 collection. Mandarin collar with contrasting red piping along the s...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1977 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Ivory Silk Crepe Dress
1977 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Ivory Silk Crepe Dress

1977 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Ivory Silk Crepe Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in London, GB

We are attributing this enchanting 1970s silk crepe couture dress to the master couturier Yves Saint Laurent as part of his Les Espagnoles et les Romantiques collection for Spring 19...

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1970s French Wedding Dresses

S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Leopard Print Mink Fur Full-Length Cardigan Dress
S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Leopard Print Mink Fur Full-Length Cardigan Dress

S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Leopard Print Mink Fur Full-Length Cardigan Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a fantastic sheer leopard print Dolce and Gabbana full-length cardigan. This cardigan debuted from the Spring/Summer 1997 collection on the season's runway as Look 2, mode...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1999 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ivory Floral Lace Princess Coat
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1999 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ivory Floral Lace Princess Coat

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1999 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ivory Floral Lace Princess Coat

By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1999 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ivory Floral Lace Princess Coat Brand / Manufacturer: Givenchy Couture Collection: A/W 1999 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Princess ...

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1990s French Coats

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Shell Print Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of shell print dresses for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for Beige shell print dresses and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Brown, Black and more. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these 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. Finding appealing shell print dresses such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Versace, Gianni Versace and Gucci each produced popular versions that are worth a look.

How Much are Shell Print Dresses?

Prices for shell print dresses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $248 and can go as high as $64,607, while these items, on average, fetch $964.

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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. 

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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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