1960s Canary Yellow Silk Shantung Empire-Waist Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Jerry Silverman, Shannon Rodgers for Jerry Silverman
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Canary Yellow Silk Shantung Empire-Waist Sleeveless Cocktail Dress: With a banded open neckline.
CHRISTIAN DIOR pink wool & silk 2024 BELTED SHANTUNG MIDI Dress 36 XS
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior dress in fuchsia shantung wool (84%) and silk (16%) is a vibrant expression of timeless femininity.
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1960s I Magnin Chartreuse Green Silk Shantung 3 Piece Dress and Jacket Ensemble
By I. Magnin
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Jackie O style vintage I MAGNIN chartreuse green raw silk three piece dress set! Features a long sleeve silk shantung shift dress.
CHRISTIAN DIOR red wool & silk 2023 BELTED SHANTUNG MIDI COCKTAIL Dress 36 XS
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior cocktail dress in red shantung wool (84%) and silk (16%) is a striking blend of structure and femininity.
1980s Angelo Tarlazzi Shocking Hot Pink Avant Garde Silk Shantung Vintage Dress
By Angelo Tarlazzi
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde 80s vintage ANGELO TARLAZZI shocking hot pink silk shantung strapless dress! Features the perfect vibrant hot pink color on the finest silk shantung.
Suzy Perette 1950s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Bombshell Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s SUZY PERETTE black silk shantung short sleeve bombshell dress! Features a tailored fitted bodice with a flattering and forgiving full skirt.
1990s Michael Kors Collection Size 2 Black Silk Shantung Strapless Vintage Dress
By Michael Kors
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 90s MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION raw silk shantung strapless bodycon mini dress! Features a boned tailored bodice with a body hugging body.
1960s Cavanagh's Couture Black Silk Shantung Rhinestone Beaded Vintage 60s Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 1960s CAVANAGH'S black silk shantung rhinestone and beaded black gown / dress !
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Size: Equivalent S / M - see measures
Gianfranco FERRÉ "New" Haute Couture Yellow Silk Shantung Dress - Unworn
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
Gianfranco FERRE "New" Haute Couture Yellow Silk Shantung Dress - Unworn. SIZE: equivalent to about Small / Medium, please review approx measurements as follows in cm: lenght 116,...
MARNI yellow/ green shantung shift dress with pockets
By Marni
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous and in pristine condition silk shantung dress by Marni. . Easy to wear and very comfortable dress for summer. 3/4 sleeves and scrunched neckline.
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Bill Blass Shantung silk corset summer dress
By Bill Blass
Located in New York, NY
Delicate and beautiful, never worn Bill Blass Shantung silk corset summer dress. Peach and cream color.
Silk Shantung minimalist mini waif dress - Flora Kung
By Flora Kung
Located in Boston, MA
Flora Kung silk sac Ona waif dress. Substantial silk shantung fabric produces a subtle shimmer and natural nubs.
Silk Sailor Dress with Puff Sleeves - Flora Kung NWT
By Flora Kung
Located in Boston, MA
Flora Kung's puff sleeve silk sailor dress in silk shantung. Tied bow is detachable and can be used as belt.
1960s Lord & Taylor mocha and black stripe silk shantung dress
By Lord & Taylor
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960s Lord & Taylor mocha and black stripe silk shantung dress with bow. Size: 4-6
1960s Malcolm Starr coffee cream silk shantung dress with rhinestones
By Malcolm Starr
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960s Malcolm Starr coffee cream silk shantung dress with rhinestones Bust: 36/ Waist: 34"/ hip: 36" / Length: 34" **** some yellow stains ( see images)
1950s Black Silk Shantung Dress with Large Bow
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
What a chic 1950s little black dress! Cut out neckline with large bow. Nipped in the waistline with slightly A line skirt with inverted pleats. Original side metal zipper. Fit Siz...
RALPH LAUREN Size 6 Cream Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Sheath Dress
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN BLACK LABEL COLLECTION CLASSICS sheath dress comes in cream silk textured shangtung with a high collar, short sleeves, and button up front with braided weave buttons. ...
DELFINA Size S Turquoise Silk Beaded Knee-Length Shantung Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
DELFINA dress comes in a turquoise silk with a beaded trim featuring a shantung style, deep v-neck, 3/4 sleeves, and a drawstring detail.
BALENCIAGA blue silk shantung gown with shawl
By Balenciaga
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
80s BALENCIAGA silk shantung gown with kimono sleeve style. Gown comes with Blue silk shawl. Size : 8 Bust : 38" Waist :34" Hip : 39" Length from shoulder to hem : 60 1/2" Sle...
AKRIS Size 10 Green Silk Shantung Pleated Skirt Stapless Gown
Located in San Francisco, CA
AKRIS strapless evening gown comes in a vibrant green silk shantung taffeta with a deep V neckline, hidden snap and hook eye closures, and full A line box pleated skirt. Excellent ...
50s Silk Day Dress with Polkadots and Shawl Collar
Located in Gresham, OR
A super-cute 1950s silk shantung day dress from Tobie in cappuccino brown with white polkadots, a fitted bodice and shawl collar.
Yves Saint Laurent Day Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint laurent, turquoise, silk shantung, sleeveless, notches collar day dress, that buttons down the front.Green ceramic buttons and green lizard dress compliment the deep turqu...
Rare 1950s Christian Dior Haute Couture ' New Look ' Vintage Black Silk Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 50s CHRISTIAN DIOR Haute Couture numbered "New Look" black silk shantung dress! Features a well tailored fitted bodice, with an incredible full skirt.
Gorgeous 1960s Heavily Embellished Beaded Silk Shantung Evening Gown or Dress
By Victoria Royal, Chas Stevens
Located in Sparks, NV
Heavy weight vintage 1960s silk and wool blend evening gown with hand done embellishment. Glass and pearl beading. Fully lined with rear metal zip and hook closure. Made by Victoria ...
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Amazing 1970s Silk Shantung Pink + Yellow + Orange Plaid Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1970s plaid silk shantung halter maxi dress! Pastel colors of yellow, orange and pink throughout.
1950s Demi Couture Navy Blue Silk Shantung Vintage 50s Nautical Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s demi couture navy blue silk shantung nautical fit n' flare dress! Masterfully designed, with a very heavy attention to detail.
1990s Orna Farho Ivory Open Back Silk Shantung Double Breasted Halter Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1990s ORNA FARHO ivory / off-white silk shantung double breasted open back halter dress!
Chic 1960s Mint Green Silk Shantung Rhinestone Vintage 60s A Line Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s mint green raw silk shantung rhinestone encrusted A-Line dress !
1960s Large size Yellow Beaded Rhinestone Silk Shantung Vintage 60s Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 60s larger sized yellow beaded, rhinestone and sequin silk shantung shift dress ! Features hundreds of hand sewn beads throughout.
Chic 1960s Pale Yellow Silk Shantung Rhinestone Beaded Vintage 60s Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s pale yellow silk shantung rhinestone, pearl and bead encrusted shift dress !
Chic 1960s I Magnin Yellow Silk Shantung Rhinestone Bow Vintage 60s Shift Dress
By I Magnin and Co
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s I MAGNIN pale yellow silk shantung 60s shift dress! Features a bow at center collar encrusted with rhinestones.
Chic 1960s Jerry Silverman Canary Yellow Silk Shantung Vintage 60s A Line Dress
By Jerry Silverman, Shannon Rodgers
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic SHANNON RODGERS for JERRY SILVERMAN canary yellow raw silk shantung beaded A-Line dress! Features a flattering boatneck, with a fitted bodice and forgiving full skirt.
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Size: Small - Medium
Chic 1960s Bonwit Teller Demi Couture Ivory Silk Shantung Beaded A Line Dress
By Bonwit Teller
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 60s BONWIT TELLER ivory / off white raw silk shantung ivory A-Line vintage cocktail dress!
1960s Rappi Demi Couture Gold + Yellow Silk Shantung + Lace Vintage A Line Dress
By Rappi
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 60s RAPPI demi couture gold and yellow raw silk and lace A-Line dress! Features a fitted bodice with a muted yellow French lace. A-Line skirt is an A-Line fit, with a flatterin...
Silk Shantung White Beaded Sequin and Rhinestone Vintage Formal Gown, 1960s
By Dynasty
Located in Sparks, NV
Beautiful vintage 1960s silk shantung gown with a beaded, sequin and rhinestone bust.
Stunning 1960s Dynasty Pale Yellow Silk Shantung Beaded Vintage Couture Gown
By Dynasty
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 60s DYNASTY light yellow beaded and rhinestone raw silk full length evening dress! Features hundreds of hand-sewn sequins, rhinestones and beads on the front and back bodice.
Luxurious and versatile, designer day dresses are as well suited to tea at an upscale hotel as they are to your next garden or rooftop party.
Today’s featherlight unisex day dresses — as well as the vibrant vintage day dresses of the 1950s and ’60s — look quite different from the heavy, fabric-rich de rigueur garments of the Victorian era. In the late 19th century, a woman of a certain standing might have multiple dresses to wear throughout the day: specifically, one or two for the daytime and one for the evening. For example, a long-sleeve silk dress with a prominently flared back and a round collar of gold beaded lace that hugs the neck would be suitable for stepping out during the day, while a velvet gown trimmed in silk embroidery but overall comparatively informal in appearance would be worn for afternoon tea at home. At night, a silk velvet evening dress could feature natural world motifs such as butterflies (a characteristic of Art Nouveau design) and have short sleeves adorned with lace and ruffles and a scooped neckline — the perfect attire for the theater.
During the 1920s, after all the chores were done, a woman would change from her housework clothing into a more fashionable day dress to run her errands or socialize. Some 1920s day dresses were brightly colored and featured bold patterns — a cotton dress with a dazzling floral print, perhaps, or, in the case of the more venturesome Art Deco apparel sold in high-end couture fashion boutiques of the era, semi-sheer silk garments embellished with three-dimensional beadwork or rich metallic gold lamé.
Today, a closet full of casual vintage day dresses is a must-have. Whether you opt for black, crimson or beige, day dresses bring an element of glamour to your next appointment, and in the summer, who doesn’t love a wonderfully simple, lightweight day dress cut in cotton and linen?
Because different fashion designers of every decade have offered their own take on the widely loved day dress, you’ll be able to find a variety of vintage and designer day dresses on 1stDibs. Search by creator to find enduring designs by the likes of Emilio Pucci, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior, or browse by period to uncover a scintillating collection of cotton and satin patterned dresses of the 1950s and ’60s.
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