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Silver sequin cocktail dress
Silver sequin cocktail dress

Silver sequin cocktail dress

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Silver sequin cocktail dress with silver metal ring.

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2010s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Etincellante silver sequin cocktail dress AZZARO
Etincellante silver sequin cocktail dress AZZARO

Etincellante silver sequin cocktail dress AZZARO

By Loris Azzaro Paris

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Etincellante silver sequin cocktail dress. Rayon lining. Invisible Zip closure on the middle back.

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Silver sequin cocktail dress Bill Blass
Silver sequin cocktail dress Bill Blass

Silver sequin cocktail dress Bill Blass

By Bill Blass

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Silver sequin cocktail dress on brown rayon jersey base and lining in the same fabric.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Wrap sleeveless silver sequin cocktail dress Diane von Furstenberg
Wrap sleeveless silver sequin cocktail dress Diane von Furstenberg

Wrap sleeveless silver sequin cocktail dress Diane von Furstenberg

By Diane von Furstenberg

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Wrap sleeveless silver sequin cocktail dress. Shell composition: 100% polyester Lining: 95% silk, 5% spandex.

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2010s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

Oscar De La Renta Black/Silver Sequin Cocktail Dress
Oscar De La Renta Black/Silver Sequin Cocktail Dress

Oscar De La Renta Black/Silver Sequin Cocktail Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Oscar de la Renta cocktail dress seamlessly transitions from day to night with its striking black and silver sequin design.

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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

Comme Des Garcons Silver Sequin Asymmetrical Cocktail Dress 2000
Comme Des Garcons Silver Sequin Asymmetrical Cocktail Dress 2000

Comme Des Garcons Silver Sequin Asymmetrical Cocktail Dress 2000

By Comme des Garçons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Comme des Garçons silver sequin cocktail dress with rainbow reflections, featuring an asymmetrical neckline and hem, a sleeveless b...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

NAEEM KHAN Size 8 Silver Red & Blue Nylon Sequined Midi Cocktail Dress
NAEEM KHAN Size 8 Silver Red & Blue Nylon Sequined Midi Cocktail Dress

NAEEM KHAN Size 8 Silver Red & Blue Nylon Sequined Midi Cocktail Dress

By Naeem Khan

Located in San Francisco, CA

Marked: 8 Measurements: Shoulder: 17 inches Bust: 39 inches Waist: 32 inches Hip: 34 inches Sleeve: 26 inches Length: 37 inches Sui Generis Reference: 145800 Categor...

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Mini dress in silver sequin ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Mini dress in silver sequin ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Mini dress in silver sequin ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Mini dress in silver sequin. Boned bustier inside. Invisible zip closure on the middle back. Black jersey lining. Gather on the middle back. SAMPLE SIZE 36 (Fr) S

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Saint Laurent Silver Sequin Embellished Mini Dress - '20s
Saint Laurent Silver Sequin Embellished Mini Dress - '20s

Saint Laurent Silver Sequin Embellished Mini Dress - '20s

By Saint Laurent

Located in Milano, Lombardia

This Saint Laurent mini dress is entirely adorned with silver sequins, adding texture and movement to the fabric. The fitted silhouette and short length enhance the figure, while the...

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Degradé sequin cocktail dress LULUS New with tag
Degradé sequin cocktail dress LULUS New with tag

Degradé sequin cocktail dress LULUS New with tag

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Degradé ( from silver to pink) sequin cocktail dress. Main fabric composition and lining : 100% polyester.

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2010s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Silver sequin mini bustier dress with cut-work ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Silver sequin mini bustier dress with cut-work ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Silver sequin mini bustier dress with cut-work ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Silver sequin mini bustier dress with cut-work. Black cotton lining. Boned. Invisible zip closure on the middle back + hook&eye SIZE on tag 36 (Fr) S

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Silver Sequined Fringe Mini Dress
Oscar de la Renta Silver Sequined Fringe Mini Dress

Oscar de la Renta Silver Sequined Fringe Mini Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Size 8 Bust 35" Waist 29" Length 35" Great condition - structured, not perfectly round/symmetrical

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE sequin silver crystal bordered one shoulder dress
ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE sequin silver crystal bordered one shoulder dress

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE sequin silver crystal bordered one shoulder dress

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2021 black sequin silver crystal bordered one shoulder dress Reference: TGAS/F00876 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: SS...

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Versace Collection Black & Silver Sequin Knit Halter Neck Dress 44
Versace Collection Black & Silver Sequin Knit Halter Neck Dress 44

Versace Collection Black & Silver Sequin Knit Halter Neck Dress 44

By Versace Collection

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Versace Collection black & silver sequin knit halter neck dress from the early 2000s. Black sweater knit knee length dress, with sequins in black & silver geometric bands. The dress ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black Tulle and Sequin Strapless Dress with Silver Floral Design
1950s Black Tulle and Sequin Strapless Dress with Silver Floral Design

1950s Black Tulle and Sequin Strapless Dress with Silver Floral Design

Located in London, GB

This original 1950s strapless cocktail dress has a quintessential party dress silhouette and reflects the decade’s celebration of feminine glamour.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

SAINT LAURENT 2020 silver black gradient sequins cropped mini bateau dress XS
SAINT LAURENT 2020 silver black gradient sequins cropped mini bateau dress XS

SAINT LAURENT 2020 silver black gradient sequins cropped mini bateau dress XS

By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent

Located in Hong Kong, NT

SAINT LAURENT 2020 silver black gradient sequins cropped mini bateau dress XS Reference: AAWC/A00679 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Anthony Vaccarello Collection: 2019 Material: Poly...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black + Silver Sequin Size 42 / 6 - 8 Y2K Mini Dress
Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black + Silver Sequin Size 42 / 6 - 8 Y2K Mini Dress

Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black + Silver Sequin Size 42 / 6 - 8 Y2K Mini Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy early 2000s ROBERTO CAVALLI black and silver sequined stretch jersey mini dress ! Soft luxurious fabric with 95% Viscose and 5% Elastane. Thousands of hand-sewn sequin on the bu...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

LUISA BECCARIA black wool tweed gold silver sequins embroidered dress IT42 M
LUISA BECCARIA black wool tweed gold silver sequins embroidered dress IT42 M

LUISA BECCARIA black wool tweed gold silver sequins embroidered dress IT42 M

By Luisa Beccaria

Located in Hong Kong, NT

LUISA BECCARIA black wool tweed gold silver sequins embroidered dress IT42 M Reference: GIYG/A00040 Brand: Luisa Beccaria Model: Tweed dress Material: Cotton Color: Black Pattern: Ab...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful Vintage 1950s Black and Silver Sequined Crepe 50s Wiggle Shift Dress
Beautiful Vintage 1950s Black and Silver Sequined Crepe 50s Wiggle Shift Dress

Beautiful Vintage 1950s Black and Silver Sequined Crepe 50s Wiggle Shift Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Sensational late 1950s black, silver and gunmetal sequined wiggle shift dress! Features allover hand-sewn sequins throughout the front and back of the bodice. Peek-a-boo at the top b...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

F/W 1989 Thierry Mugler Black White Silver Sequin Asymmetric Jagged Edge Dress
F/W 1989 Thierry Mugler Black White Silver Sequin Asymmetric Jagged Edge Dress

F/W 1989 Thierry Mugler Black White Silver Sequin Asymmetric Jagged Edge Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Manfred Mugler designed this stunning black Thierry Mugler mini dress for the Fall/Winter 1989 collection. This captivating dress features a single shoulder strap with an abstract an...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1960s Vivid Fuchsia Sequined Mod Mini Dress w/ Silver Beaded Collar and Cuffs
1960s Vivid Fuchsia Sequined Mod Mini Dress w/ Silver Beaded Collar and Cuffs

1960s Vivid Fuchsia Sequined Mod Mini Dress w/ Silver Beaded Collar and Cuffs

Located in Gresham, OR

A stunning 1960s vivid fuchsia sequin encrusted rayon taffeta cocktail dress: Mod glamour at its best! Back overlaps with snap closures at back. Button cufflinks on beaded cuffs. Sid...

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1960s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

Gorgeous 90s Sz 6 Silk Chiffon Black + Silver + Gold Sequin Beaded Vintage Dress
Gorgeous 90s Sz 6 Silk Chiffon Black + Silver + Gold Sequin Beaded Vintage Dress

Gorgeous 90s Sz 6 Silk Chiffon Black + Silver + Gold Sequin Beaded Vintage Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous 1990s vintage black silk chiffon beaded cocktail dress! Features layers of luxurious black silk chiffon, with thousands of hand-sewn sequins, beads and rhinestones throughou...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

DAVID KOMA silver sequins midriff crop top asymmetric high slit skirt set UK6 XS
DAVID KOMA silver sequins midriff crop top asymmetric high slit skirt set UK6 XS

DAVID KOMA silver sequins midriff crop top asymmetric high slit skirt set UK6 XS

By David Koma

Located in Hong Kong, NT

DAVID KOMA silver sequins midriff crop top asymmetric high slit skirt set UK6 XS Reference: AAWC/A00345 Brand: David Koma Collection: Runway Material: Acrylic, Blend Color: Silver, B...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Cocktail Dresses

VALENTINO yellow poudre silver giallo sequined pailettes silk vest IT40 S
VALENTINO yellow poudre silver giallo sequined pailettes silk vest IT40 S

VALENTINO yellow poudre silver giallo sequined pailettes silk vest IT40 S

By Valentino, Pierpaolo Piccioli

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VALENTINO yellow poudre silver giallo sequined pailettes silk vest IT40 S Reference: NKLL/A00562 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Material: Silk Color: Yellow, Silver P...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

1950S Black & Silver Silk Organza Fully Sequined Cocktail Gown
1950S Black & Silver Silk Organza Fully Sequined Cocktail Gown

1950S Black & Silver Silk Organza Fully Sequined Cocktail Gown

Located in New York, NY

Custom made for mid-century opera and lounge singer Vivenne Della Chiesa who performed with the rat pack in Las Vegas in the 1950s. 1950S Black & Silver Silk Organza Fully Sequined C...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s MILA SCHÖN Italian Couture Silver Sequins Cocktail Mod Mini Dress
1960s MILA SCHÖN Italian Couture Silver Sequins Cocktail Mod Mini Dress

1960s MILA SCHÖN Italian Couture Silver Sequins Cocktail Mod Mini Dress

By Mila Schon

Located in Milan, Italy

This amazing 1960s Mila Schön cocktail dress is in a fabulous silver tone sequins, rhinestones and glass beaded fabric.

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1960s Italian Cocktail Dresses

A 60s Dior Sequined Silver Lurex Cocktail Dress
A 60s Dior Sequined Silver Lurex Cocktail Dress

A 60s Dior Sequined Silver Lurex Cocktail Dress

By Christian Dior

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A glamorous 1960s silver lurex cocktail dress by Miss Dior. The dress has a drop waistline, a round neckline and long tapered sleeves.

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Victor Costa Vintage 1980's Embroidered Sequined Silver Lace Evening Dress
Victor Costa Vintage 1980's Embroidered Sequined Silver Lace Evening Dress

Victor Costa Vintage 1980's Embroidered Sequined Silver Lace Evening Dress

By Victor Costa

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Victor Costa Vintage 1980's Embroidered Silver Lace Evening Dress This is sensational, a real entrance maker, with a high slit, and keyhole back. Size 10 Bust 40" Waist 34" Hips...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Laurence Kazar Black and Silver Sequin Stars Dress, 1980s
Laurence Kazar Black and Silver Sequin Stars Dress, 1980s

Laurence Kazar Black and Silver Sequin Stars Dress, 1980s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Black dress with black and silver sequin embellishment and teardrop sequin and bead embellishment at sleeves. Semi-sheer. 8.5 inch slit at back hem. Cut-out at back with hook and eye...

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1980s Indian Cocktail Dresses

Chanel Silver Sequins Cocktail Dress
Chanel Silver Sequins Cocktail Dress

Chanel Silver Sequins Cocktail Dress

By Chanel

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Fantastic Chanel dress Polyester Silk lining Silver coloured sequins White lace Black bow Sleeveless Total lenght (shoulder/hem) cm 75 (29.5 inches) French size 38 (italian 42) World...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Black and Silver sequin cocktail dress-10-Circa 80's
Oscar de la Renta Black and Silver sequin cocktail dress-10-Circa 80's

Oscar de la Renta Black and Silver sequin cocktail dress-10-Circa 80's

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Oscar de la Renta Black and Silver sequin cocktail dress-10-Circa 80's This beautiful vintage Oscar cocktail dress has a round neckline, long sleeves, fitted to the lower hip where ...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Naeem Khan Silver Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress, Circa 1980
Naeem Khan Silver Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress, Circa 1980

Naeem Khan Silver Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress, Circa 1980

By Naeem Khan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a long sleeve silver sequin cocktail dress by Naeem Khan, from 1980.

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

Silver and gold sequin cocktail dress Gai Mattiolo
Silver and gold sequin cocktail dress Gai Mattiolo

Silver and gold sequin cocktail dress Gai Mattiolo

By Gai Mattiolo

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Silver and gold sequin cocktail dress on a black tulle base.

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

RICK OWENS Size 2 Silver Blue Cotton Diana Sequined Dress
RICK OWENS Size 2 Silver Blue Cotton Diana Sequined Dress

RICK OWENS Size 2 Silver Blue Cotton Diana Sequined Dress

By Rick Owens

Located in San Francisco, CA

RICK OWENS STROBE FW 22 'Diana' dress comes in a silver sequined cotton blend with a blue denim trim featuring a over the shoulder draped sculptural silhouette, single sleeve, and a ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

1970s black Silk silver sequin dress
1970s black Silk silver sequin dress

1970s black Silk silver sequin dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1970s black Silk chiffon silver sequin dress. Fit size 2/4/6 Bust: 36 elastic waist strestch to 32"

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1970s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Label Size 6 Silver Brocade Sequin Bustier Cocktail Dress
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Label Size 6 Silver Brocade Sequin Bustier Cocktail Dress

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD Red Label Size 6 Silver Brocade Sequin Bustier Cocktail Dress

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in San Francisco, CA

Sleeveless fitted cocktail dress by VIVIENNE WESTWOOD RED LABEL. This slinky number comes in a gorgeous silver brocade print stretch fabric and features a draped pencil silhouette, h...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

NOTES DU NORD Size S White & Silver Polyester Sequined Long Sleeve Dress
NOTES DU NORD Size S White & Silver Polyester Sequined Long Sleeve Dress

NOTES DU NORD Size S White & Silver Polyester Sequined Long Sleeve Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

NOTES DU NORD dress comes in a white & silver sequined polyester with a slip liner featuring a shift style, loose fit, long sleeves, and a back zipper closure. Very Good Pre-Owned ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

1970s Black Silk Dress with Silver Sequin
1970s Black Silk Dress with Silver Sequin

1970s Black Silk Dress with Silver Sequin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage 1970s Black Silver Sequin starburst V neck Cocktail Dress. Size 6/8 / Medium ***All Clothing has been professionally Dry Cleaned and ready to wear.

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

DRIES VAN NOTEN Vintage silver beaded braid neckline silver sequins dress FR40 M
DRIES VAN NOTEN Vintage silver beaded braid neckline silver sequins dress FR40 M

DRIES VAN NOTEN Vintage silver beaded braid neckline silver sequins dress FR40 M

By Dries van Noten

Located in Hong Kong, NT

DRIES VAN NOTEN Vintage silver beaded braid neckline silver sequins dress FR40 M Reference: GIYG/A00148 Brand: Dries Van Noten Designer: Dries Van Noten Material: Silk Color: Silver ...

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

DRIES VAN NOTEN Vintage silver beaded braid neckline silver sequins dress FR40 M
DRIES VAN NOTEN Vintage silver beaded braid neckline silver sequins dress FR40 M

DRIES VAN NOTEN Vintage silver beaded braid neckline silver sequins dress FR40 M

By Dries van Noten

Located in Hong Kong, NT

DRIES VAN NOTEN Vintage silver beaded braid neckline silver sequins dress FR40 M Reference: GIYG/A00148 Brand: Dries Van Noten Material: Silk Color: Silver Pattern: Solid Lining: Si...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Cocktail Dresses

GIUSEPPE DI MORABITO LUISAVIAROMA silver sequins ruffle skirt dress IT38 XS
GIUSEPPE DI MORABITO LUISAVIAROMA silver sequins ruffle skirt dress IT38 XS

GIUSEPPE DI MORABITO LUISAVIAROMA silver sequins ruffle skirt dress IT38 XS

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GIUSEPPE DI MORABITO LUISAVIAROMA silver sequins ruffle skirt dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00066 Brand: Giuseppe Di Morabito Model: Luisa Via Roma collaboration Material: Polyester...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

GIUSEPPE DI MORABITO LUISAVIAROMA silver sequins ruffle skirt dress IT38 XS
GIUSEPPE DI MORABITO LUISAVIAROMA silver sequins ruffle skirt dress IT38 XS

GIUSEPPE DI MORABITO LUISAVIAROMA silver sequins ruffle skirt dress IT38 XS

Located in Hong Kong, NT

GIUSEPPE DI MORABITO LUISAVIAROMA silver sequins ruffle skirt dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00066 Brand: Giuseppe Di Morabito Model: Luisa Via Roma collaboration Material: Polyester...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

DAVID KOMA 2019 Runway silver sequins off shoulder scalloped hem dress UK6 XS
DAVID KOMA 2019 Runway silver sequins off shoulder scalloped hem dress UK6 XS

DAVID KOMA 2019 Runway silver sequins off shoulder scalloped hem dress UK6 XS

By David Koma

Located in Hong Kong, NT

DAVID KOMA 2019 Runway silver sequins off shoulder scalloped hem dress UK6 XS Reference: AAWC/A00150 Brand: David Koma Collection: Resort 2019 - Runway Material: Acetate, Blend Color...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Cocktail Dresses

Black evening dress with silver beads and black sequins Emporio Armani
Black evening dress with silver beads and black sequins Emporio Armani

Black evening dress with silver beads and black sequins Emporio Armani

By EMPORIO ARMANI EA7

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black evening dress with silver beads and black sequins. Black satin bustier inside with zip closure on the left side. Main fabric : silk . Black Satin lining. 2nd zip on the left si...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2023 Runway black silver sequin ruffle dress
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2023 Runway black silver sequin ruffle dress

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2023 Runway black silver sequin ruffle dress

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2023 Runway black padded cap sleeve silver sequin ruffle high slit dress Reference: TGAS/F00900 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthi...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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Silver Sequin Cocktail Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary silver sequin cocktail dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning black, gray, beige and more. Finding the perfect silver sequin cocktail dress may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions 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. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Badgley Mischka, Badgley Mishka and Bob Mackie are consistently popular.

How Much is a Silver Sequin Cocktail Dress?

The price for a silver sequin cocktail dress starts at $247 and tops out at $2,715, and on average, selling for $792.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses 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.

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