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Cotton and silk summer dress with branded fabric Thierry Mugler
Cotton and silk summer dress with branded fabric Thierry Mugler

Cotton and silk summer dress with branded fabric Thierry Mugler

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Cotton and silk summer dress with branded fabric . Main fabric composition: 78% cotton, 22% silk.

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Summer Dress
Yves Saint Laurent Silk Summer Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Summer Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Geneva, CH

Summer mood with this vintage YSL flower print dress !

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Unbleached wild silk summer dress - France Circa 1930-1940
Unbleached wild silk summer dress - France Circa 1930-1940

Unbleached wild silk summer dress - France Circa 1930-1940

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1930-1940 France Elegant summer dress in unbleached raw silk from the 1930s-1940s, inspired by the sober, relaxed cuts of Mademoiselle Chanel.

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1930s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

Emanuel Ungaro S/S 2007 Silk Yellow Summer Gown
Emanuel Ungaro S/S 2007 Silk Yellow Summer Gown

Emanuel Ungaro S/S 2007 Silk Yellow Summer Gown

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Paris, FR

Silk draped summer gown by Emanuel Ungaro from the Spring/Summer 2007 collection. Constructed in vibrant chartreuse yellow silk with a distinctive architectural silhouette featuring ...

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Early 2000s Italian Summer Dresses

Bill Blass Floral Print Silk Dress
Bill Blass Floral Print Silk Dress

Bill Blass Floral Print Silk Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in New Hope, PA

Bill Blass designed this gorgeous silk dress in the 1980's using a beautiful floral silk in shades of pink, rose, green and yellow on a creamy white background. The dress has a low c...

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Late 20th Century American Summer Dresses

1990s Perry Ellis Silk Rose Print Slip Dress
1990s Perry Ellis Silk Rose Print Slip Dress

1990s Perry Ellis Silk Rose Print Slip Dress

By Perry Ellis

Located in London, GB

Before his infamous 1992 “grunge” collection that resulted in his firing, Marc Jacobs’s work at Perry Ellis reflected a refined take on American sportswear infused with a youthful se...

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1990s Chinese Summer Dresses

1960s Mustard Paisley Silk Short-Sleeve Pleated Dress
1960s Mustard Paisley Silk Short-Sleeve Pleated Dress

1960s Mustard Paisley Silk Short-Sleeve Pleated Dress

Located in London, GB

This timeless 1960s silk dress is crafted from a smooth silk and printed all-over with a classic paisley design updated for the era in vibrant mustard, aqua and coral-red hues. It ha...

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1960s American Summer Dresses

Blumarine S/S 2004 Pink Floral Ruffle Silk Dress
Blumarine S/S 2004 Pink Floral Ruffle Silk Dress

Blumarine S/S 2004 Pink Floral Ruffle Silk Dress

By Blumarine

Located in Wembley, GB

Interdite Vintage presents a Blumarine S/S 2004 Pink Floral Ruffle Silk Dress This special, romantic silk dress embodies Blumarine femininity.

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Early 2000s Italian Summer Dresses

1970s Harry Algo Printed Green & White Silk Chiffon Dress
1970s Harry Algo Printed Green & White Silk Chiffon Dress

1970s Harry Algo Printed Green & White Silk Chiffon Dress

By Harry Algo

Located in London, GB

In seafoam green and white, printed silk chiffon, the dress is cut to a simple shift silhouette, with darting below the bust and a neatly cinched waistline.

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1970s French Summer Dresses

Original 1920s Yellow Green Pink Floral Silk Chiffon Tea Dress
Original 1920s Yellow Green Pink Floral Silk Chiffon Tea Dress

Original 1920s Yellow Green Pink Floral Silk Chiffon Tea Dress

Located in London, GB

This original 1920s dress is crafted from sheer yellow silk crepe printed with pale florals in cream and taupe and detailed with lime green foliage and splashes of tangerine and deep...

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1920s American Summer Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Abstract Keyhole Dress
Yves Saint Laurent Abstract Keyhole Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Abstract Keyhole Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Yves Saint Laurent silk summer dress with abstract print and keyhole cutout at the bodice.

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20th Century French Day Dresses

Michelle Mason Women's One Shoulder Silk Ruffle Hem Dress, Size US4
Michelle Mason Women's One Shoulder Silk Ruffle Hem Dress, Size US4

Michelle Mason Women's One Shoulder Silk Ruffle Hem Dress, Size US4

Located in London, GB

Super pretty and slinky Michelle Mason One Shoulder Ruffle Hem Dress. Bought for £625 and new with tags. Made from superbly soft striped jacquard silk, it has a super flattering boas...

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2010s Unknown Summer Dresses

1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Metallic Silk Jacquard Dress with Jacket
1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Metallic Silk Jacquard Dress with Jacket

1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Metallic Silk Jacquard Dress with Jacket

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

90s Jean Paul Gaultier metallic light brown bias cut silk jacquard slip dress with chain strap and silk cropped Jacket. Dress cut in bias. Size: 4 or 6 Bust: 36 inches/ waist 36 inch...

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1990s French Summer Dresses

1980s Zandra Rhodes Vintage Purple Blue Off Shoulder Cocktail Silk Dress
1980s Zandra Rhodes Vintage Purple Blue Off Shoulder Cocktail Silk Dress

1980s Zandra Rhodes Vintage Purple Blue Off Shoulder Cocktail Silk Dress

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1980s Zandra Rhodes off shoulder purple blue silk chiffon cocktail dress. Fit Size 4 Bust: 34 inches/ Waist: 28 inches ** minor discoloration inside lining ( see image attached)

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1980s British Summer Dresses

Jil Sander Bold Blue Fully Lined Silk Crepe Strapless Cocktail Dress
Jil Sander Bold Blue Fully Lined Silk Crepe Strapless Cocktail Dress

Jil Sander Bold Blue Fully Lined Silk Crepe Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Jil Sander

Located in New York, NY

This wonderfully elegant Jil Sander strapless cocktail dress in bold blue is enforced with an interior black elestaic band with hook and eye to help with the fit and appearance of th...

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20th Century Italian Summer Dresses

ML Couture Italian Silk Polka Dot Dress in Emerald Green and Black
ML Couture Italian Silk Polka Dot Dress in Emerald Green and Black

ML Couture Italian Silk Polka Dot Dress in Emerald Green and Black

Located in Milano, IT

Step into the bold glamour of the 1980s with this eye-catching silk dress by ML Couture, made in Italy. Crafted from a luxurious black silk satin with oversized emerald green polka d...

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Early 2000s Italian Summer Dresses

Givenchy Multi Color Silk Organza Floral Halter Dress with Ruffle, Circa 1970s
Givenchy Multi Color Silk Organza Floral Halter Dress with Ruffle, Circa 1970s

Givenchy Multi Color Silk Organza Floral Halter Dress with Ruffle, Circa 1970s

By Givenchy

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Givenchy Multi Color Silk Organza Floral Halter w/ Ruffle -38 - Circa 70's This magnificent vintage silk organza multi floral print has a point d esprit detail to it as well. It has ...

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1970s French Summer Dresses

Gucci Silk Chiffon Two Piece Ensemble
Gucci Silk Chiffon Two Piece Ensemble

Gucci Silk Chiffon Two Piece Ensemble

By Gucci

Located in Geneva, CH

A 70's silk chiffon summer ensemble in a Madras print by Gucci. The top features an elastic waist with an all-around ruffle. The skirt is lined and has a “gros grain” purple belt. ...

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1970s Italian Summer Dresses

Claude Montana Black Silk Cut Out Gown, 1990s
Claude Montana Black Silk Cut Out Gown, 1990s

Claude Montana Black Silk Cut Out Gown, 1990s

By Claude Montana, Claude Montana Paris

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage Claude montana black silk and jersey cut out gown. Small - Medium Bust 36 inches

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1990s French Summer Dresses

1970s Adele Simpson Grey Silk Floral Print Halter Top, Pants and Shawl
1970s Adele Simpson Grey Silk Floral Print Halter Top, Pants and Shawl

1970s Adele Simpson Grey Silk Floral Print Halter Top, Pants and Shawl

By Adele Simpson

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1970s Adele Simpson Grey Silk Floral print in Yellow and white. Halter silk top with wide leg pants. The set comes with beautiful large silk fringe shawl. Perfect for Summer cocktail...

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1970s American Summer Dresses

90s Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Purple Silk Blouse and Maxi Skirt Ensemble
90s Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Purple Silk Blouse and Maxi Skirt Ensemble

90s Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Purple Silk Blouse and Maxi Skirt Ensemble

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic 1990s Yves Saint Laurent aubergine ruffle silk blouse and maxi skirt set. Skirt has silk sash belt attached ( it can be removed). Perfect for cocktail party ensemble. blouse ...

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1990s French Summer Dresses

1960s Rainbow Watercolour Silk Floral Dress with Pleated Skirt
1960s Rainbow Watercolour Silk Floral Dress with Pleated Skirt

1960s Rainbow Watercolour Silk Floral Dress with Pleated Skirt

Located in London, GB

This unlabelled late 1960s British Couture silk summer dress has a super feminine silhouette with a nipped-in waist.

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1960s American Formal Wear

Black Chanel Spring/Summer 2008 Silk Dress
Black Chanel Spring/Summer 2008 Silk Dress

Black Chanel Spring/Summer 2008 Silk Dress

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Black silk cap sleeve dress by Chanel. From the Spring/Summer 2008 Collection.

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21st Century and Contemporary European Day Dresses

Paule Ka silk dress Summer 2018
Paule Ka silk dress Summer 2018

Paule Ka silk dress Summer 2018

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

PAULE KA - Long dress in golden wild silk. Marked size 38FR, it is best suited to a 36FR.

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2010s Maxi Dresses

Martin Margiela Spring Summer 1996 Vintage Trompe L'oeil Silk Dress
Martin Margiela Spring Summer 1996 Vintage Trompe L'oeil Silk Dress

Martin Margiela Spring Summer 1996 Vintage Trompe L'oeil Silk Dress

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Maison Martin Margiela’s Spring–Summer 1996 collection is known for its playful use of trompe-l’œil, a technique that creates visual illusions.

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Emanuel Ungaro Draped Silk Dress, Spring/Summer 2004
Emanuel Ungaro Draped Silk Dress, Spring/Summer 2004

Emanuel Ungaro Draped Silk Dress, Spring/Summer 2004

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

An elegant variation of a runway standout, this black silk dress from Emanuel Ungaro’s Spring/Summer 2004 collection mirrors the original design famously presented in vivid orange.

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chloé Spring/Summer 2022 Leather Patchwork Silk Maxi Dress FR36
Chloé Spring/Summer 2022 Leather Patchwork Silk Maxi Dress FR36

Chloé Spring/Summer 2022 Leather Patchwork Silk Maxi Dress FR36

By Chloé

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

From the Spring/Summer 2022 collection of Chloé, this remarkable dress exemplifies the maison’s commitment to artisanal craftsmanship under creative director Gabriela Hearst.

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2010s French Maxi Dresses

Guy Laroche Haute Couture Silk Dress, Spring-Summer 1967
Guy Laroche Haute Couture Silk Dress, Spring-Summer 1967

Guy Laroche Haute Couture Silk Dress, Spring-Summer 1967

By Guy Laroche

Located in Geneva, CH

A fantastic piece of haute couture, this Guy Laroche dress is perfect for either daytime events or, after a quick change of shoes and accessories, a cocktail wear too ! Constructed i...

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Spring/Summer 2003 Pink Silk Pheasant Print Dress
Roberto Cavalli Spring/Summer 2003 Pink Silk Pheasant Print Dress

Roberto Cavalli Spring/Summer 2003 Pink Silk Pheasant Print Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

A breathtaking silk slip-style dress from Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 collection, crafted in a soft blush-pink tone and adorned with one of the season’s most recognisable pr...

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Early 2000s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

Galliano Vintage Pink Silk Chiffon "Boudoir" Slip Dress - Spring/Summer 2009
Galliano Vintage Pink Silk Chiffon "Boudoir" Slip Dress - Spring/Summer 2009

Galliano Vintage Pink Silk Chiffon "Boudoir" Slip Dress - Spring/Summer 2009

By John Galliano

Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR

A charming and highly collectible slip dress from John Galliano’s Spring/Summer 2009 Ready-to-wear collection, Baby Doll style.

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Early 2000s Babydoll Day Dresses

Paco Rabanne Spring/Summer 1990 Rare Iconic Silk Dress
Paco Rabanne Spring/Summer 1990 Rare Iconic Silk Dress

Paco Rabanne Spring/Summer 1990 Rare Iconic Silk Dress

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Berlin, BE

Composed of whisper-thin silk and aerospace-grade silk mesh, the asymmetrical mini dress floats like a mirage across the skin, revealing and concealing in perfect rhythm.

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci by Tom Ford Spring/Summer 2003 Floral Silk Ruffled Dress IT42
Gucci by Tom Ford Spring/Summer 2003 Floral Silk Ruffled Dress IT42

Gucci by Tom Ford Spring/Summer 2003 Floral Silk Ruffled Dress IT42

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Berlin, DE

An exceptional archival piece from Tom Ford’s celebrated tenure at Gucci, this Spring/Summer 2003 silk dress is a rare find for collectors and enthusiasts of early-2000s runway fashi...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

D&G Spring/Summer 2011 Green Floral Silk Chiffon Dress IT 42
D&G Spring/Summer 2011 Green Floral Silk Chiffon Dress IT 42

D&G Spring/Summer 2011 Green Floral Silk Chiffon Dress IT 42

By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Located in Berlin, DE

A feminine and playful piece from D&G’s Spring/Summer 2011 collection, crafted in lightweight green silk chiffon with a delicate white floral and leafy print. The fitted bodice featu...

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2010s Mini Dresses

Documented Emanuel Ungaro Silk Leopard Print Wrap Dress, Spring-Summer 2000
Documented Emanuel Ungaro Silk Leopard Print Wrap Dress, Spring-Summer 2000

Documented Emanuel Ungaro Silk Leopard Print Wrap Dress, Spring-Summer 2000

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Geneva, CH

From the SS2000 Emanuel Ungaro collection, this wrap dress features a large ruffle on the cleavage. Punchy shades of pink and bright magenta leopard print. Her purple-colored twin wa...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

DDDominick Silk Seersucker Dress
DDDominick Silk Seersucker Dress

DDDominick Silk Seersucker Dress

Located in New York, NY

Lovely DDDominick Black Silk Seersucker versatile summer dress, simply cut with ruffled trim on collar and armholes and a 2 button placket.

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1980s Day Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Animal Print Silk Slip Dress, Spring/Summer 2002
Roberto Cavalli Animal Print Silk Slip Dress, Spring/Summer 2002

Roberto Cavalli Animal Print Silk Slip Dress, Spring/Summer 2002

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

An iconic archival piece from Roberto Cavalli Spring/Summer 2002, this stunning silk slip dress embodies the sensual glamour that defined Cavalli’s early 2000s collections.

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Early 2000s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Spring Summer 2008 Silk Floral Chiffon Gown IT 40
Dolce & Gabbana Spring Summer 2008 Silk Floral Chiffon Gown IT 40

Dolce & Gabbana Spring Summer 2008 Silk Floral Chiffon Gown IT 40

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

An exceptional silk chiffon gown from Dolce & Gabbana’s celebrated Spring Summer 2008 collection, a period defined by romantic Sicilian florals and fluid Mediterranean silhouette...

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Early 2000s Italian Maxi Dress

Hayley Menzies Portobello Silk Dress
Hayley Menzies Portobello Silk Dress

Hayley Menzies Portobello Silk Dress

Located in London, GB

A fun silk dress for Spring /Summer by Hayley Menzies.

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2010s Day Dresses

A Summer Dress By Léonard in silk knit printed with psychedelic flowers C. 1968
A Summer Dress By Léonard in silk knit printed with psychedelic flowers C. 1968

A Summer Dress By Léonard in silk knit printed with psychedelic flowers C. 1968

By Leonard

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1968. France A Printed silk knit mini-dress by Léonard Paris, dating from the late 1960s. Sleeveless sack dress style straight cut and Mao collar with small zip in the back. Bl...

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1960s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

ZIMMERMANN 100% silk blush pink floral print ruffle trim summer dress Sz.1 S
ZIMMERMANN 100% silk blush pink floral print ruffle trim summer dress Sz.1 S

ZIMMERMANN 100% silk blush pink floral print ruffle trim summer dress Sz.1 S

By Zimmermann

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ZIMMERMANN 100% silk blush pink floral print ruffle trim summer dress Sz.1 S Reference: KNLM/A00157 Brand: Zimmermann Material: Silk Color: Beige, Pink Pattern: Floral Lining: Polyes...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Casual Dresses

1984 summer Campaign Yves Saint Laurent YSL Blue Printed Silk Dress
1984 summer Campaign Yves Saint Laurent YSL Blue Printed Silk Dress

1984 summer Campaign Yves Saint Laurent YSL Blue Printed Silk Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Paris, FR

Yves Saint Laurent YSL silk printed dress featuring black and blue abstract pattern print, an oversize fitting, plain black neck, short elasticated balloon sleeves, straight hem.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Rare Teal Traina Printed Silk Gauze Summer Evening Dress
Rare Teal Traina Printed Silk Gauze Summer Evening Dress

Rare Teal Traina Printed Silk Gauze Summer Evening Dress

By Teal Traina

Located in New York, NY

Teal Traina Anglo Indian inspired silk gauze print dress in magenta, yellow, lavender on white ground. Hidden front zip closure with self button and gilt chain detail. Raised waist w...

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1970s American Empire Waist Dresses

Gucci Spring/Summer 2005 Silk Light Brown Mini Dress with Open Back
Gucci Spring/Summer 2005 Silk Light Brown Mini Dress with Open Back

Gucci Spring/Summer 2005 Silk Light Brown Mini Dress with Open Back

By Gucci

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite Gucci Silk Light Brown Mini Dress, originating from the Spring/Summer 2005 collection—during the final years of the Tom Ford era—encapsulates the designer’s signature ...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

A.F.Vandevorst Spring Summer 2001 Runway Bias Cut Nude 100% Silk Long Dress
A.F.Vandevorst Spring Summer 2001 Runway Bias Cut Nude 100% Silk Long Dress

A.F.Vandevorst Spring Summer 2001 Runway Bias Cut Nude 100% Silk Long Dress

By AF VANDERVORST

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

A.F.Vandevorst Spring Summer 2001 Runway 100% silk nude open back long dress, This is a fantastic archive worthy nude silk dress from the Iconic Belgian designers duo A.F.Vandevorst ...

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Early 2000s Belgian Evening Dresses and Gowns

A French Summer Dress In artificial silk Taffeta Fabric Circa 1920/1930
A French Summer Dress In artificial silk Taffeta Fabric Circa 1920/1930

A French Summer Dress In artificial silk Taffeta Fabric Circa 1920/1930

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1920/1930. France Pretty summer dress in pink rayon decorated with roses dating from the years 1920/1930. Pleated bustier with small puffed sleeves and bateau neckline with cot...

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1920s French Cocktail Dresses

Silk Polka dot dress by Marilyn Moore
Silk Polka dot dress by Marilyn Moore

Silk Polka dot dress by Marilyn Moore

Located in London, GB

A wonderful Summer silk dress by Marilyn Moore. With a brown ( the new black) background and cream spots, the dress has a round neckline with tuck detail and self fabric belt.It has...

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2010s British Day Dresses

Versace Spring/Summer 2005 Peach Silk Satin Medusa Gown
Versace Spring/Summer 2005 Peach Silk Satin Medusa Gown

Versace Spring/Summer 2005 Peach Silk Satin Medusa Gown

By Versace

Located in North Wales, PA

A stunning floor-length evening gown from Versace’s Spring/Summer 2005 collection under Donatella Versace. Crafted in a lustrous peach silk satin, the dress features a structured und...

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

A Rochas Silk Set by Alessandro Dell'Acqua - Spring Summer Collection 2016
A Rochas Silk Set by Alessandro Dell'Acqua - Spring Summer Collection 2016

A Rochas Silk Set by Alessandro Dell'Acqua - Spring Summer Collection 2016

By Rochas, Alessandro Dell'Acqua

Located in Toulon, FR

Ready-to-Wear Spring Summer 2016 Collection Passage n° 32 France A Rochas dress and top set in silk by Alessandro Dell'Acqua - Spring / Summer 2016 Ready-to-Wear Collection - Passag...

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2010s French Babydoll Day Dresses

Valentino Alessandro Michele Spring 2025 printed silk chevron dress
Valentino Alessandro Michele Spring 2025 printed silk chevron dress

Valentino Alessandro Michele Spring 2025 printed silk chevron dress

By Alessandro Michele, Valentino

Located in CANNES, FR

Valentino X Alessandro Michele Spring/Summer 2025 Collection Silk dress printed with a chevron pattern of beige and black "V"s, jewel collar and nude cuffs.

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2010s Chemise Dresses

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Silk Summer Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of silk summer dresses available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for black silk summer dresses and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in beige, brown 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 18th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Silk summer dresses such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Christian Dior, John Galliano and Chanel are consistently popular. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much are Silk Summer Dresses?

Prices for silk summer dresses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $95,000, while these items, on average, fetch $1,996.

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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. 

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. 

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Questions About Silk Summer Dresses
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    The symbolism of a silk dress is really a matter of individual interpretation. Some people associate silk dresses with wealth and status because silk is a luxury material, while others merely appreciate its enveloping texture and link it with softness and sensuality. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of silk dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.

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