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Roberto Cavalli Resort 2011 Green Embellished Cocktail Dress
Roberto Cavalli Resort 2011 Green Embellished Cocktail Dress

Roberto Cavalli Resort 2011 Green Embellished Cocktail Dress

$4,711

Roberto Cavalli Resort 2011 Green Embellished Cocktail Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Milano, IT

- Designer: Roberto Cavalli - Collection: Resort 2011 - Product: Green Embellished Cocktail

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2010s European Cocktail Dresses

Miu Miu Embellished Cocktail Dress, Resort 2012
Miu Miu Embellished Cocktail Dress, Resort 2012

Miu Miu Embellished Cocktail Dress, Resort 2012

$625

Miu Miu Embellished Cocktail Dress, Resort 2012

By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu

Located in Geneva, CH

embellishment. Made in Italy from soft crepe viscose, this 20’s silhouette cocktail dress features an

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Libertine F/W 2013 Blue Jacquard Embellished Cocktail Dress
Libertine F/W 2013 Blue Jacquard Embellished Cocktail Dress

Libertine F/W 2013 Blue Jacquard Embellished Cocktail Dress

$950

Libertine F/W 2013 Blue Jacquard Embellished Cocktail Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

embellishments such as studs, rhinestones and sequins decorate the blouse portion of the dress. The dress hugs

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2010s American Cocktail Dresses

FE ZANDI Black Lace Embellished Cocktail Dress Size 8
FE ZANDI Black Lace Embellished Cocktail Dress Size 8

FE ZANDI Black Lace Embellished Cocktail Dress Size 8

$1,495

FE ZANDI Black Lace Embellished Cocktail Dress Size 8

By Fe Zandi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Fe Zandi cocktail dress is composed of black lace with a nude tone silk base. The lace

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20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

Valentino Ivory Cocktail Dress with Sequin Embellishments
Valentino Ivory Cocktail Dress with Sequin Embellishments

Valentino Ivory Cocktail Dress with Sequin Embellishments

$1,969

Valentino Ivory Cocktail Dress with Sequin Embellishments

By Valentino

Located in London, GB

A Valentino ivory crepe de chine cocktail dress with a slouched halter-neck and plunging neckline

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20th Century Cocktail Dresses

Black sleeveless jersey cocktail dress with embellishment GIVENCHY
Black sleeveless jersey cocktail dress with embellishment GIVENCHY

Black sleeveless jersey cocktail dress with embellishment GIVENCHY

$1,696

Black sleeveless jersey cocktail dress with embellishment GIVENCHY

By Givenchy

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black sleeveless jersey cocktail dress with embellishment. Embroideries : 100% acrylic ( rhinestone

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2010s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

Gaultier Black Cocktail Dress w/ Metal Snaps Embellishment
Gaultier Black Cocktail Dress w/ Metal Snaps Embellishment

Gaultier Black Cocktail Dress w/ Metal Snaps Embellishment

$1,095

Gaultier Black Cocktail Dress w/ Metal Snaps Embellishment

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in New York, NY

Jean Paul Gaultier, black, crepe, fitted cocktail dress, having a bateau neckline, with black

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Gold lace cocktail dress with sequin embellishment CHANEL BOUTIQUE
Gold lace cocktail dress with sequin embellishment CHANEL BOUTIQUE

Gold lace cocktail dress with sequin embellishment CHANEL BOUTIQUE

$5,653

Gold lace cocktail dress with sequin embellishment CHANEL BOUTIQUE

By Chanel Boutique, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Gold lace cocktail dress with sequin embellishment . Lace composition: 81% polyester, 19% nylon

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Printed silk dress with rhinestone embellishment CAMILLA
Printed silk dress with rhinestone embellishment CAMILLA

Printed silk dress with rhinestone embellishment CAMILLA

$636

Printed silk dress with rhinestone embellishment CAMILLA

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Printed silk dress with rhinestone embellishment. Ring on the top middle front with gather around

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2010s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

Red wool sleeveless cocktail dress with embellishment CHRISTIAN DIOR
Red wool sleeveless cocktail dress with embellishment CHRISTIAN DIOR

Red wool sleeveless cocktail dress with embellishment CHRISTIAN DIOR

$3,109

Red wool sleeveless cocktail dress with embellishment CHRISTIAN DIOR

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Red wool sleeveless cocktail dress with embellishment . Silk lining. Embroidery composition: glass

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Balmain Fully Embellished "Taking Over" Cocktail Dress size 40
Balmain Fully Embellished "Taking Over" Cocktail Dress size 40

Balmain Fully Embellished "Taking Over" Cocktail Dress size 40

$2,640Sale Price|33% Off

Balmain Fully Embellished "Taking Over" Cocktail Dress size 40

By Balmain

Located in Montgomery, TX

Balmain sequined cocktail dress with "Taking Over" text at left shoulder. Designer size - 40 Deep

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Sleeveless burgundy dress with metal piercing embellishment MUGLER
Sleeveless burgundy dress with metal piercing embellishment MUGLER

Sleeveless burgundy dress with metal piercing embellishment MUGLER

$1,130

Sleeveless burgundy dress with metal piercing embellishment MUGLER

By Mugler

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Sleeveless burgundy dress with metal piercing embellishment. Shell fabric composition: 95% wool, 5

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Chanel Faux Pearl Embellished Lace Dress 38 New
Chanel Faux Pearl Embellished Lace Dress 38 New

Chanel Faux Pearl Embellished Lace Dress 38 New

$3,899

Chanel Faux Pearl Embellished Lace Dress 38 New

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Merced, CA

Rare to find Chanel lace dress adorned with faux pearl. It is in new condition.

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20th Century French Cocktail Dresses

Wrap jersey cocktail dress with rhinestone embellishment Gai Mattiolo NEW
Wrap jersey cocktail dress with rhinestone embellishment Gai Mattiolo NEW

Wrap jersey cocktail dress with rhinestone embellishment Gai Mattiolo NEW

$353

Wrap jersey cocktail dress with rhinestone embellishment Gai Mattiolo NEW

By Gai Mattiolo

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Wrap jersey cocktail dress with rhinestone embellishment. Fabric composition: 100% rayon

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Crystal-Embellished Wool Fitted Dress Sz.40
Dolce & Gabbana Crystal-Embellished Wool Fitted Dress Sz.40

Dolce & Gabbana Crystal-Embellished Wool Fitted Dress Sz.40

$1,118

Dolce & Gabbana Crystal-Embellished Wool Fitted Dress Sz.40

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Krakow, PL

stunning crystal embellishments. This dress features a tailored silhouette and a back zip closure. Perfect

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

CHANEL 14K$ Extremely Rare 2009 Pearl Embellished Dress 38 FR
CHANEL 14K$ Extremely Rare 2009 Pearl Embellished Dress 38 FR

CHANEL 14K$ Extremely Rare 2009 Pearl Embellished Dress 38 FR

$8,560

CHANEL 14K$ Extremely Rare 2009 Pearl Embellished Dress 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Exceptionally Rare Navy Dress with Jewel Pearl Embellishment — Runway Spring 2009

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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

Red & Black Prada Embellished Wool & Silk-Blend Dress Size IT 38
Red & Black Prada Embellished Wool & Silk-Blend Dress Size IT 38

Red & Black Prada Embellished Wool & Silk-Blend Dress Size IT 38

$356Sale Price|20% Off

Red & Black Prada Embellished Wool & Silk-Blend Dress Size IT 38

By Prada

Located in New York, NY

Red and black embellished wool and silk-blend bodycon dress by Prada. Crew neck featuring jewel

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Rochas Lace Textured-Embellished Dress
Rochas Lace Textured-Embellished Dress

Rochas Lace Textured-Embellished Dress

$281

Rochas Lace Textured-Embellished Dress

By Rochas

Located in London, GB

Rochas Lace Textured-Embellished Dress Black lace dress designed with a textured, embroidered

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Rochas Sequin Embellished Midi Dress
Rochas Sequin Embellished Midi Dress

Rochas Sequin Embellished Midi Dress

$122

Rochas Sequin Embellished Midi Dress

By Rochas

Located in London, GB

Rochas Sequin Embellished Midi Dress Purple dress fully embellished with sequins with all-over

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

2010 Vintage McQueen Dress Black Embellished Dress
2010 Vintage McQueen Dress Black Embellished Dress

2010 Vintage McQueen Dress Black Embellished Dress

$4,200

2010 Vintage McQueen Dress Black Embellished Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Montgomery, TX

Alexander McQueen, Fall/Winter 2010 Black Beaded Tulle Dress A rare and powerful piece from the

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Dennis Basso Sequin Embellished Dress
Dennis Basso Sequin Embellished Dress

Dennis Basso Sequin Embellished Dress

$404

Dennis Basso Sequin Embellished Dress

By Dennis Basso

Located in London, GB

Dennis Basso Sequin Embellished Dress Grey fit and flare dress embellished with sequins and long

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

CHRISTIAN DIOR black cotton SEQUIN EMBELLISHED Sleeveless Knit Dress 38 S
CHRISTIAN DIOR black cotton SEQUIN EMBELLISHED Sleeveless Knit Dress 38 S

CHRISTIAN DIOR black cotton SEQUIN EMBELLISHED Sleeveless Knit Dress 38 S

$1,150

CHRISTIAN DIOR black cotton SEQUIN EMBELLISHED Sleeveless Knit Dress 38 S

By Christian Dior

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Christian Dior sleeveless knee-length knit dress in black cotton (100%). With sequin

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Fendi Gothic Print Embellished Dress
Fendi Gothic Print Embellished Dress

Fendi Gothic Print Embellished Dress

$278

Fendi Gothic Print Embellished Dress

By Fendi

Located in London, GB

Fendi Gothic Print Embellished Dress Black dress with gothic-inspired pattern and silver design to

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

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Embellished Cocktail Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of embellished cocktail dresses available on 1stDibs. Our collection of embellished cocktail dresses includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gray, Beige and more. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Embellished cocktail dresses designed by Versace, Gucci and Emilio Pucci — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much are Embellished Cocktail Dresses?

On average, embellished cocktail dresses on 1stDibs sell for $1,495, while they’re typically $135 on the low end and $32,000 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Evening Dresses And Gowns for You

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.

Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Embellished Cocktail Dresses
  • What is the difference between a dress and a cocktail dress?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between a dress and a cocktail dress is mainly the specificity of the term. A dress is any garment that has a bodice attached to a skirt. The term cocktail dress refers to a dress designed for events in the late afternoon and early evening. Many feature hemlines that fall between the knee and calf. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cocktail dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • What is a classic cocktail dress?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A classic cocktail dress is a garment worn for special occasions that usually take place in the evening. Although its name comes from "cocktail party," the dresses are suitable for other types of gatherings. Designs vary greatly, but most cocktail dresses feature a hemline that falls close to the knee. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage cocktail dresses.
  • What is considered a cocktail dress?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cocktail dresses usually finish above or at the knees and are paired with high heels. This dress should be party-ready such as dressy separates or a little black dress.
  • How do you identify a cocktail dress?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a cocktail dress, first look at the hemline. Typically, hemlines for cocktail dresses fall to the mid-thigh or above. Materials and embellishments can also indicate a cocktail dress. For example, fine fibers like silk, chiffon and velvet are commonly used for cocktail dresses, and many pieces feature decorative accents, such as sequins and rhinestones. Keep in mind that there are no real hard and fast rules for what classifies as a cocktail dress. The term generally refers to any dress slightly more casual than a formal full-length gown but still suitable for nighttime wear. Explore a large selection of cocktail dresses on 1stDibs.
  • What year were cocktail dresses popular?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cocktail dresses first rose to prominence in the 1920s and onward, with each era making its own mark on the practical and fashionable garment. You’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary cocktail dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

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