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MOSCHINO Size 6 Gold & Cream Hoop Earring Print Silk Bow Dress Top
MOSCHINO Size 6 Gold & Cream Hoop Earring Print Silk Bow Dress Top

MOSCHINO Size 6 Gold & Cream Hoop Earring Print Silk Bow Dress Top

By Moschino

Located in San Francisco, CA

MOSCHINO sleeveless blouse comes in cream silk twill with all over interlocking gold hoop stud earring print and features an A line silhouette and high gathered collar with tie and b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Blouses and Tops

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Size 10 Lipstick Red Avant Garde Silk 3/4 Sleeve Dress
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Size 10 Lipstick Red Avant Garde Silk 3/4 Sleeve Dress

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Size 10 Lipstick Red Avant Garde Silk 3/4 Sleeve Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous vintage late 1980s / 80s OSCAR DE LA RENTA lipstick red 3/4 sleeve silk bow dress! Features a sweetheart neckline, with an oversized Avant Garde red bow attached at the bust.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Givenchy Multicolored Striped Pleated  Silk Bow Belted Dress, 1970s
Givenchy Multicolored Striped Pleated  Silk Bow Belted Dress, 1970s

Givenchy Multicolored Striped Pleated Silk Bow Belted Dress, 1970s

By Givenchy

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Size estimate: S/M Measurements: Shoulders: 15 inches Sleeves: 22.5 inches Bust: 36 inches Waist: 28 inches Hips: 36 inches Length: 40 inches This vintage silk dress is in excellent...

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1970s French Day Dresses

Silk printed dress with gather and bow on the chest CHLOE
Silk printed dress with gather and bow on the chest CHLOE

Silk printed dress with gather and bow on the chest CHLOE

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe, Chloé

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Silk printed dress with gather and bow on the chest.

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1980s Unknown Day Dresses

Nina Ricci White Silk Dress with Large Front Bow
Nina Ricci White Silk Dress with Large Front Bow

Nina Ricci White Silk Dress with Large Front Bow

By Nina Ricci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Nina Ricci white silk dress features a large bow bodice that adds a refined, prissy charm to its traditional silhouette.

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1990s Wedding Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana, Leopard printed silk dress with bow in size IT40/XS.
Dolce & Gabbana, Leopard printed silk dress with bow in size IT40/XS.

Dolce & Gabbana, Leopard printed silk dress with bow in size IT40/XS.

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Dolce & Gabbana, Leopard printed silk dress with bow in size IT40/XS. This item is in mint condition.

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Valentino Womens Back Bow Tie Mini Dress Size IT 40 Black Wool Silk Above Kneee
Valentino Womens Back Bow Tie Mini Dress Size IT 40 Black Wool Silk Above Kneee

Valentino Womens Back Bow Tie Mini Dress Size IT 40 Black Wool Silk Above Kneee

By Valentino

Located in Miami, FL

- Black exterior with two mini bows in the back - Tagged size 40 - Made of 65% wool 35% silk Condition: The dress is brand new with tags Measurements: ( Approximately In In...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mini Dress

Thierry Mugler Archival 1990’s silk polka dot dress with bows
Thierry Mugler Archival 1990’s silk polka dot dress with bows

Thierry Mugler Archival 1990’s silk polka dot dress with bows

By Thierry Mugler

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Thierry Mugler archival 1990’s silk Polka dot dress with bows. New with tag. Size 42 FR, iconic shape Mugler with corset for the waist.

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1990s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

1950s French Couture Floral Silk Dress with Purple Bow
1950s French Couture Floral Silk Dress with Purple Bow

1950s French Couture Floral Silk Dress with Purple Bow

Located in London, GB

This exceptional 1950s to early 1960s dress was couture crafted from boldly printed, floral silk in France.

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1950s French Evening Dresses

VALENTINO pink wool & silk 2023 BOW CREPE MINI Dress 44 L
VALENTINO pink wool & silk 2023 BOW CREPE MINI Dress 44 L

VALENTINO pink wool & silk 2023 BOW CREPE MINI Dress 44 L

By Valentino

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Valentino dress in soft pink crepe wool (65%) and silk (35%), offering a smooth, structured drape with a refined finish.

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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

1990s Silk Party Dress with Bow and Bubble Hemline
1990s Silk Party Dress with Bow and Bubble Hemline

1990s Silk Party Dress with Bow and Bubble Hemline

Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU

1990s strapless Silk Party Dress with Bow and Bubble Hemline in classic black and ivory.

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1990s Unknown Evening Dresses

Black silk sleeveless cocktail dress with bow on the shoulder UNGARO
Black silk sleeveless cocktail dress with bow on the shoulder UNGARO

Black silk sleeveless cocktail dress with bow on the shoulder UNGARO

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black silk chiffon with silk inset , sleeveless cocktail dress with bow on the shoulder.

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Early 2000s European Cocktail Dresses

1980S  Silk Crepe Back Satin 60S Style Bow Front Cocktail Dress
1980S  Silk Crepe Back Satin 60S Style Bow Front Cocktail Dress

1980S Silk Crepe Back Satin 60S Style Bow Front Cocktail Dress

Located in New York, NY

Beautifully hand finished with soft tissue silk lining. Possibly by James Galanos. 1980S Silk Crepe Back Satin 60S Style Bow Front Cocktail Dress

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

CHLOE black silk blend PUSSY BOW RUFFLED NECK Dress 34 XXS
CHLOE black silk blend PUSSY BOW RUFFLED NECK Dress 34 XXS

CHLOE black silk blend PUSSY BOW RUFFLED NECK Dress 34 XXS

By Chloé

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chloé long sleeve dress in black and white acetate (55%) and silk (45%).

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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

50s Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress w/ Swallowtail Bow -
50s Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress w/ Swallowtail Bow -

50s Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress w/ Swallowtail Bow -

Located in Gresham, OR

A fantastic 50s silk jacquard cocktail dress in black with a floral pattern: zips up the back with a square neckline, 3/4 fitted sleeves, deep V back, a gathered swag rides low on t...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Pale pink cotton, silk and lace cocktail dress with bow VALENTINO ROMA
Pale pink cotton, silk and lace cocktail dress with bow VALENTINO ROMA

Pale pink cotton, silk and lace cocktail dress with bow VALENTINO ROMA

By Valentino Roma

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Pale pink cotton, silk and lace cocktail dress with bow . Main fabric composition: 76% cotton, 24% silk.

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 2007 Purple Silk Bow-Front Mini Dress
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 2007 Purple Silk Bow-Front Mini Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 2007 Purple Silk Bow-Front Mini Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Kingston, NY

Crafted in a lustrous silk-blend fabric, this long-sleeve dress features a striking oversized bow at the neckline — a signature detail that adds sculptural elegance and undeniable ch...

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Early 2000s French Babydoll Day Dresses

Vintage Givenchy Couture Magenta Silk Chevron Sleeveless Ruffle Bow Dress
Vintage Givenchy Couture Magenta Silk Chevron Sleeveless Ruffle Bow Dress

Vintage Givenchy Couture Magenta Silk Chevron Sleeveless Ruffle Bow Dress

By Givenchy

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Done in a vibrant magenta silk organza, this couture dress was custom made at the Givenchy atelier in Paris.

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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino F/W 2005 Black silk bow cocktail dress
Valentino F/W 2005 Black silk bow cocktail dress

Valentino F/W 2005 Black silk bow cocktail dress

By Valentino Garavani, Valentino

Located in Milano, IT

- Designed by Valentino Garavani - Sold by Skof.Archive - Fall-Winter 2005 - Little black cocktail dress - Embellished bow on the straps - Runway look 56 - Back hidden zipper clos...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

SAINT LAURENT burgundy silk PUSSY BOW DEVORE CHIFFON MINI Dress 42 L
SAINT LAURENT burgundy silk PUSSY BOW DEVORE CHIFFON MINI Dress 42 L

SAINT LAURENT burgundy silk PUSSY BOW DEVORE CHIFFON MINI Dress 42 L

By Saint Laurent

Located in Zürich, CH

Saint Laurent pussy-bow devoré-chiffon mini dress in burgundy viscose (60%) and siilk (40%) with a lavallière-neck, long semi sheer sleeves and buttoned cuffs.

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Casual Dresses

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI white flora boucle silk bow fit flare mini dress IT40 XS
GIAMBATTISTA VALLI white flora boucle silk bow fit flare mini dress IT40 XS

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI white flora boucle silk bow fit flare mini dress IT40 XS

By Giambattista Valli

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI white flora boucle silk bow fit flare mini dress IT40 XS Reference: LACG/A00497 Brand: Giambattista Valli Material: Polyester, Blend Color: White, Cream Pattern: S...

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2010s Italian Mini Dresses

Deep blue silk velvet evening dress with bow Circa 1930's
Deep blue silk velvet evening dress with bow Circa 1930's

Deep blue silk velvet evening dress with bow Circa 1930's

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Deep blue silk velvet evening dress with bow . Velvet button and buttonhole closure on the middle back.

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1930s Evening Dresses

DSQUARED2 Size XS Fuchsia Silk Sleeveless Bow Dress Top
DSQUARED2 Size XS Fuchsia Silk Sleeveless Bow Dress Top

DSQUARED2 Size XS Fuchsia Silk Sleeveless Bow Dress Top

By Dsquared2

Located in San Francisco, CA

DSQUARED2 dress top in a fuchsia pink silk featuring a sleeveless style, large pussybow design, and button closure. Made in Italy.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition with Tags. Minor signs...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Murray Arbeid Blue Topaz Silk Moiré Dress With Bows 1980s
Murray Arbeid Blue Topaz Silk Moiré Dress With Bows 1980s

Murray Arbeid Blue Topaz Silk Moiré Dress With Bows 1980s

By Murray Arbeid

Located in London, GB

1980s Murray Arbeid silk moiré dress featuring straps with 4 statement bows overall also in the same blue topaz silk moiré.

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20th Century Evening Dresses

Elizabeth Mason Couture Silk Bow Cocktail Dress Made to Order
Elizabeth Mason Couture Silk Bow Cocktail Dress Made to Order

Elizabeth Mason Couture Silk Bow Cocktail Dress Made to Order

By Elizabeth Mason Couture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fashioned from the finest black silk dupioni and accented with silk charmeuse, this sleeveless cocktail features a draped bow concealing pockets. This is a couture custom order and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses and Gowns

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2019 pink silk puff sleeves pussy bow draped skirt dress IT42
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2019 pink silk puff sleeves pussy bow draped skirt dress IT42

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2019 pink silk puff sleeves pussy bow draped skirt dress IT42

By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2019 pink silk puff sleeves pussy bow draped skirt dress IT42 Reference: KEDG/A00068 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: 2019 Material: Silk...

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2010s Italian Casual Dresses

Black drape evening dress in silk chiffon with bow Christian Lacroix
Black drape evening dress in silk chiffon with bow Christian Lacroix

Black drape evening dress in silk chiffon with bow Christian Lacroix

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black drape evening dress in silk chiffon with bow in the middle front.Black satin ribbon under the bust.

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses

Vintage 1920's Black Silk Chiffon Beaded Bow Dress UK 12 US 8
Vintage 1920's Black Silk Chiffon Beaded Bow Dress UK 12 US 8

Vintage 1920's Black Silk Chiffon Beaded Bow Dress UK 12 US 8

Located in Nashville, TN

This dress come with its original black silk lining, which is sewn into the dress along the shoulder line.

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1920s European Cocktail Dresses

PRADA black silk SIDE SLIT BOW GOWN Maxi Dress 44 L
PRADA black silk SIDE SLIT BOW GOWN Maxi Dress 44 L

PRADA black silk SIDE SLIT BOW GOWN Maxi Dress 44 L

By Prada

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Prada bow embellished maxi dress in black silk (100%).

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2010s Evening Gowns

PRADA 2015 Runway Vampire black red wool silk bow shoulder belted dress IT38 XS
PRADA 2015 Runway Vampire black red wool silk bow shoulder belted dress IT38 XS

PRADA 2015 Runway Vampire black red wool silk bow shoulder belted dress IT38 XS

By Prada, Miuccia Prada

Located in Hong Kong, NT

PRADA 2015 Runway Vampire black red wool silk bow shoulder belted dress IT38 XS Reference: MECG/A00167 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: 2015 - Runway Material: Wool, ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Casual Dresses

Louis Féraud Navy Silk Cocktail Dress With Bubble Skirt And Bow Detailing, 1980s
Louis Féraud Navy Silk Cocktail Dress With Bubble Skirt And Bow Detailing, 1980s

Louis Féraud Navy Silk Cocktail Dress With Bubble Skirt And Bow Detailing, 1980s

By Louis Feraud

Located in Munich, DE

This drop waist dress features a crinkled bodice and a taffeta bubble skirt with white edged bow details. The bow detail can be untied. It shows a round neckline, cap sleeves, small ...

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1980s German Cocktail Dresses

Von Fürstenberg Munich 1950s Bow Embellished Red Silk Couture Cocktail Dress
Von Fürstenberg Munich 1950s Bow Embellished Red Silk Couture Cocktail Dress

Von Fürstenberg Munich 1950s Bow Embellished Red Silk Couture Cocktail Dress

Located in Munich, DE

The volume that you see in the photos has been created by the way that the skirt is cut and set into the drop waistline with beautiful wide pleats of fabric. A lovely silk fringe tip...

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1950s German Evening Dresses

1960s Kiki Hart Navy Blue Silk Chiffon Nude Illusion Belted Bow Ruffle Dress
1960s Kiki Hart Navy Blue Silk Chiffon Nude Illusion Belted Bow Ruffle Dress

1960s Kiki Hart Navy Blue Silk Chiffon Nude Illusion Belted Bow Ruffle Dress

By Kiki Hart

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic vintage 60s dress from hard to find designer KIKI HART! Beautiful navy blue silk chiffon, with impeccable demi-couture construction!

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana White 1990's Lace & Silk with Bow Dress
Dolce & Gabbana White 1990's Lace & Silk with Bow Dress

Dolce & Gabbana White 1990's Lace & Silk with Bow Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Experience vintage luxury with the Dolce & Gabbana 1990's Lace & Silk Dress. The classic, modest design features a delicate lace bodice and flowy silk fabric, perfect for any special...

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1990s Vintage Bridal Gowns

SS15 Moschino Couture x Jeremy Scott Black Silk Heart Print Dress with Front Bow
SS15 Moschino Couture x Jeremy Scott Black Silk Heart Print Dress with Front Bow

SS15 Moschino Couture x Jeremy Scott Black Silk Heart Print Dress with Front Bow

By Jeremy Scott, Moschino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

SS15 Moschino Couture x Jeremy Scott Black Silk Heart Print Dress with Front Bow Additional Information: Material: 100% silk, Lining: Spandex/Elastane 15%, Rayon 85% Color: Whit...

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2010s Italian Mini Dresses

Beautiful 1960s Light Blue Silk Crepe Lace Bow Vintage 60s Shift Mini Dress
Beautiful 1960s Light Blue Silk Crepe Lace Bow Vintage 60s Shift Mini Dress

Beautiful 1960s Light Blue Silk Crepe Lace Bow Vintage 60s Shift Mini Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic beautiful 1960s pale blue lace + crepe + silk mini shift dress. Features a fitted bodice, with a lace overlay. Great fit, with an amazing amount of attention to detail! Full met...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

90s CHANEL blue silk strapless cocktail mini dress with bow
90s CHANEL blue silk strapless cocktail mini dress with bow

90s CHANEL blue silk strapless cocktail mini dress with bow

By Chanel Boutique, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic vintage Chanel blue and black silk strapless dress with bow. Perfect for rehearsal dinner, wedding or cocktail party. size: 36 B:30"/ W:28"/ H:34"/ Length: 26.5"

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Elizabeth Mason Couture Silk Bow Cocktail Dress Made to Order
Elizabeth Mason Couture Silk Bow Cocktail Dress Made to Order

Elizabeth Mason Couture Silk Bow Cocktail Dress Made to Order

By Elizabeth Mason Couture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fashioned from the finest black Silk Dupioni, this exquisite cocktail dress features a gorgeous body skimming silhouette.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

Valentino Red strapless bustier bow back silk long dress gown XS-S
Valentino Red strapless bustier bow back silk long dress gown XS-S

Valentino Red strapless bustier bow back silk long dress gown XS-S

By Valentino

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE An absolutely gorgeous red strapless gown by Valentino with an inner boned corset, and an oversized decorative bow to the small of the back Concealed side zip Full...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Vintage Valentino Black Silk Embellished Lace Green Bow Dress Gown US 8
Vintage Valentino Black Silk Embellished Lace Green Bow Dress Gown US 8

Vintage Valentino Black Silk Embellished Lace Green Bow Dress Gown US 8

By Valentino Garavani

Located in Montgomery, TX

This is a gorgeous Valentino dress beautifully made and a wonderful example of Valentino's main label and the work that he was doing during this time period. US size - 8 ( please ch...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

1990s Margaret Lee Cream Silk Off-Shoulder Wedding Dress with Bow
1990s Margaret Lee Cream Silk Off-Shoulder Wedding Dress with Bow

1990s Margaret Lee Cream Silk Off-Shoulder Wedding Dress with Bow

Located in London, GB

The back of the off-shoulder collar is finished with a row of fabric-covered buttons. The back of the dress has a basque waist which is adorned with a large shot silk bow.

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1990s British Wedding Dresses

Leonard 1970 grey pink white floral button up pussy bow tie neck silk maxi dress
Leonard 1970 grey pink white floral button up pussy bow tie neck silk maxi dress

Leonard 1970 grey pink white floral button up pussy bow tie neck silk maxi dress

By Leonard Fashion

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Leonard 1970's vintage button up maxi dress in water coloured grey with gradient pink, white and orange floral print Composed of soft silk jersey Pussy bow tie neck Ruched cinched wa...

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1970s French Maxi Dresses

F/W 2002 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Velvet Bow Sheer Silk Dress
F/W 2002 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Velvet Bow Sheer Silk Dress

F/W 2002 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Velvet Bow Sheer Silk Dress

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Miniature velvet bows adorn sheer black silk, pulling to a seamed focal point at the waist.

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

UNWORN Beautiful Emilio Pucci Signature Print Silk Jersey Bow Tie Dress 44
UNWORN Beautiful Emilio Pucci Signature Print Silk Jersey Bow Tie Dress 44

UNWORN Beautiful Emilio Pucci Signature Print Silk Jersey Bow Tie Dress 44

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

Beautiful Emilio Pucci dress Made of softest silk jersey Signature print in beautiful blue and beige colors "Emilio" signature discreetly written all over Simply slips on Bow tie det...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

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Silk Bow Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary silk bow dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Beige, Brown and more. If you’re looking for a silk bow dress from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel and Valentino each produced a popular version that is worth a look. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Silk Bow Dress?

The price for a silk bow dress starts at $192 and tops out at $14,000, and on average, selling for $898.

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