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Floral taffeta dress
Floral taffeta dress

Floral taffeta dress

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

ANONYMOUS -Taffeta dress printed with flowers. Seamstress work made from the pattern of a Givenchy dress under the direction of Alexander McQueen.

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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

Azzaro bustier Embroidered Taffeta Dress
Azzaro bustier Embroidered Taffeta Dress

Azzaro bustier Embroidered Taffeta Dress

By Loris Azzaro Paris, Loris Azzaro

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Azzaro (Made in France) Taffeta dress embroidered with beads. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 38FR/40FR.

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1990s French Evening Dresses

Valentino Pierpaolo Piccioli Fall 2022 pink taffeta dress
Valentino Pierpaolo Piccioli Fall 2022 pink taffeta dress

Valentino Pierpaolo Piccioli Fall 2022 pink taffeta dress

By Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino

Located in CANNES, FR

Valentino X Pierpaolo Piccioli Fall/Winter 2022-2023 Ready-to-Wear Collection Fuchsia taffeta dress, balloon sleeves. Italian size 40.

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Louis Féraud Haute Couture Black and Brown Silk Taffeta Dress
Louis Féraud Haute Couture Black and Brown Silk Taffeta Dress

Louis Féraud Haute Couture Black and Brown Silk Taffeta Dress

By Louis Feraud

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Louis Feraud - (Made in France) Haute Couture black and brown silk taffeta dress sewn with lace. No size nor composition label, it fits a 36FR/38FR.

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1980s French Mini Dresses

Gucci Black Velvet Taffeta Dress with Faux Coral Details, Size 40
Gucci Black Velvet Taffeta Dress with Faux Coral Details, Size 40

Gucci Black Velvet Taffeta Dress with Faux Coral Details, Size 40

By Gucci

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Elegant Gucci velvet taffeta dress with gorgeous round-necked application of golden and black little faux corals and ivory resin trincket Long sleeves Colour black Materials ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Black Jersey & Taffeta Dress w Fringed Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt
1950s Black Jersey & Taffeta Dress w Fringed Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt

1950s Black Jersey & Taffeta Dress w Fringed Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s Black Silk Jersey & Silk Taffeta Dress w Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt: A lovely silhouette-a body-skimming silk jersey bodice with a fringed peplum that ties at hip.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Red Silk Taffeta Dress with Rose Detail - 6
Oscar de la Renta Red Silk Taffeta Dress with Rose Detail - 6

Oscar de la Renta Red Silk Taffeta Dress with Rose Detail - 6

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This Oscar de la Renta red silk taffeta dress is sleeveless with a drop waist and pleating at the beginning of the skirt.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Runway 2005 Prada Feather Print Silk Taffeta Dress Italian 42 - US 6
Vintage Runway 2005 Prada Feather Print Silk Taffeta Dress Italian 42 - US 6

Vintage Runway 2005 Prada Feather Print Silk Taffeta Dress Italian 42 - US 6

By Prada

Located in Montgomery, TX

Prada Feather Print Silk Taffeta Dress Vintage Runway 2005 Italian size 42 - US 6 100% Silk, Strapless, Inner boned bustier with padded and underwired cups, Ties on the back, Tail.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Black Taffeta Dress and Jacket with Sable Trim - 10
Oscar de la Renta Black Taffeta Dress and Jacket with Sable Trim - 10

Oscar de la Renta Black Taffeta Dress and Jacket with Sable Trim - 10

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This Oscar de la Renta black taffeta dress is strapless with a drop waist and two bottom ruffles.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Azzaro Taffeta Dress, Size 36FR
Azzaro Taffeta Dress, Size 36FR

Azzaro Taffeta Dress, Size 36FR

By Loris Azzaro

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Azzaro (Made in Italy)- Short dress in silk taffeta. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 36FR.

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses

Paule Ka Bustier Long Black Taffeta Dress
Paule Ka Bustier Long Black Taffeta Dress

Paule Ka Bustier Long Black Taffeta Dress

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paule Ka - Long black taffeta bustier dress with silvery sequins. Transparent effects around the legs.

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2010s Evening Dresses

1980s Guy Laroche Black Wool and Silk Taffeta Dress
1980s Guy Laroche Black Wool and Silk Taffeta Dress

1980s Guy Laroche Black Wool and Silk Taffeta Dress

By Guy Laroche

Located in London, GB

This Guy Laroche cocktail dress really epitomises the fun spirit and dynamic silhouette trends of the 1980s.

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1980s French Mini Dress

Chloe Black Silk Taffeta Dress wth Ruffled Collar
Chloe Black Silk Taffeta Dress wth Ruffled Collar

Chloe Black Silk Taffeta Dress wth Ruffled Collar

By Chloé

Located in Sparks, NV

Fully Lined Side Zip Closure Marked Size: T 36 Color: Black Fabric: Silk Taffeta Label: Chloe Bust: 36" Waist: 32" Hips: Free Shoulders: 16" Total Length: 37.5"

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

1980s Jenny Packham Velvet and Silk Taffeta Dress
1980s Jenny Packham Velvet and Silk Taffeta Dress

1980s Jenny Packham Velvet and Silk Taffeta Dress

By Jenny Packham

Located in London, GB

A very early design from high end occasion wear specialist Jenny Packham; this 1980s black velvet and silk cocktail dress is perfect for the upcoming party season. The bodice is made...

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1980s British Cocktail Dresses

Carven Haute Couture Black Silk Taffeta Dress with Accordion Pleats
Carven Haute Couture Black Silk Taffeta Dress with Accordion Pleats

Carven Haute Couture Black Silk Taffeta Dress with Accordion Pleats

By Carven

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CARVEN - Haute Couture dress comprised of black silk taffeta flounces decorated with "accordion" pleats.

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

A French Crinoline Changing Taffeta Dress - Napoléon III Period Circa 1855.
A French Crinoline Changing Taffeta Dress - Napoléon III Period Circa 1855.

A French Crinoline Changing Taffeta Dress - Napoléon III Period Circa 1855.

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1855. France French Day dress with bodice and round crinoline skirt in changing and noising taffeta dating from the beginning of the Second French Empire.

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1850s French Day Dresses

Vintage 80s Victor Costa Neiman Marcus Purple Metallic Silk Taffeta Dress + Belt
Vintage 80s Victor Costa Neiman Marcus Purple Metallic Silk Taffeta Dress + Belt

Vintage 80s Victor Costa Neiman Marcus Purple Metallic Silk Taffeta Dress + Belt

By Victor Costa

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible vintage 1980s / 80s VICTOR COSTA for NEIMAN MARCUS purple silk taffeta strapless dress and sash belt! Features accordian pleated ruffle along the bodice, down the front si...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Lanvin Striped Dress in Multicolored Taffeta
Lanvin Striped Dress in Multicolored Taffeta

Lanvin Striped Dress in Multicolored Taffeta

By Lanvin Paris

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Lanvin - (Made in France) Multicolored taffeta dress with stripes. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR.

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1970s French Evening Dresses

Flower dress 1940s
Flower dress 1940s

Flower dress 1940s

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

UNKNOWN - Silk taffeta dress printed with flowers, from the 1940s.

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1940s Babydoll Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen Coral Taffeta Fit & Flare Dress – 2021 Collection NWT
Alexander McQueen Coral Taffeta Fit & Flare Dress – 2021 Collection NWT

Alexander McQueen Coral Taffeta Fit & Flare Dress – 2021 Collection NWT

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Dallas, TX

Alexander McQueen Coral Taffeta Fit & Flare Dress – 2021 Collection A fresh and feminine silhouette from Alexander McQueen’s 2021 collection.

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1980s Pauline Trigere Black Wool Silk Taffeta Avant Garde Vintage 80s Dress
1980s Pauline Trigere Black Wool Silk Taffeta Avant Garde Vintage 80s Dress

1980s Pauline Trigere Black Wool Silk Taffeta Avant Garde Vintage 80s Dress

By Pauline Trigère

Located in San Diego, CA

Avant Garde 1980s PAULINE TRIGERE black wool and silk taffeta dress ! Features a tailored wool bodice with taffeta panel down the center.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Yveline Fermine dress 1960s
Yveline Fermine dress 1960s

Yveline Fermine dress 1960s

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

YVELINE FERMINE - Lilac taffeta dress overlaid with lace and decorated with bows.

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

1950s Demi Couture Gunmetal Silver Grey Silk Taffeta Vintage Dress and Purse Bag
1950s Demi Couture Gunmetal Silver Grey Silk Taffeta Vintage Dress and Purse Bag

1950s Demi Couture Gunmetal Silver Grey Silk Taffeta Vintage Dress and Purse Bag

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 50s demi couture gunmetal / silver gray silk taffeta dress and handbag ensemble ! Features a beautiful gunmetal color with just the right amount of slight sheen.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Georges Rech 1980s Black Silk Dress
Georges Rech 1980s Black Silk Dress

Georges Rech 1980s Black Silk Dress

By Georges Rech

Located in Eivissa, ES

Georges Rech 1980s Black Silk Taffeta Dress with Oversized Collar Striking and sculptural, this 1980s Georges Rech dress is crafted from crisp black silk taffeta and defined by its d...

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1980s Maxi Dress

Nina Ricci dress Haute Couture
Nina Ricci dress Haute Couture

Nina Ricci dress Haute Couture

By Nina Ricci

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

NINA RICCI - (Made in France) Red lace and silk taffeta dress. No size indicated, it fits a 38FR/40FR.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Bill Blass Size 6 Black and White Gingham 1980s Silk Taffeta 80s Dress
Vintage Bill Blass Size 6 Black and White Gingham 1980s Silk Taffeta 80s Dress

Vintage Bill Blass Size 6 Black and White Gingham 1980s Silk Taffeta 80s Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful late 80s BILL BLASS Size 6 black and white gingham silk taffeta dress with hot pink bows. Fit and flare style with a boned tailored bodice and full forgiving skirt.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Moschino dress Couture Summer 2016
Moschino dress Couture Summer 2016

Moschino dress Couture Summer 2016

By Moschino

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

MOSCHINO - "Chantier" ('Worksite') mid-length taffeta dress in black, yellow, white, and orange tones.

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2010s European Cocktail Dresses

Chanel evening dress by Karl Lagerfeld Fall-Winter 1985
Chanel evening dress by Karl Lagerfeld Fall-Winter 1985

Chanel evening dress by Karl Lagerfeld Fall-Winter 1985

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - 1985 Fall-Winter ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Mauve silk taffeta dress with long sleeves, collar embroidered with costume pearls...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Jill Richards 1980s For Saks Fifth Avenue Red Avant Garde Silk Dress
Vintage Jill Richards 1980s For Saks Fifth Avenue Red Avant Garde Silk Dress

Vintage Jill Richards 1980s For Saks Fifth Avenue Red Avant Garde Silk Dress

By Saks Fifth Avenue, Jill Richards

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 80s JILL RICHARDS, for SAKs Fifth Avenue, red silk + taffeta dress!!! Avant Garde feel, with tiered skirt, and bow in the back.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990
Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990

Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 90s BILL BLASS pale pink and white hand painted polka dot fit n' flare cocktail silk taffeta dress! Features large handpainted polka dots throughout.

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Bustier dress in taffeta and lace
Bustier dress in taffeta and lace

Bustier dress in taffeta and lace

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

ANONYMOUS - Short bustier dress in black silk taffeta and lace. No signature.

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1980s French Mini Dress

Paule Ka Fishnet, Taffeta and Vinyl Golden Maxi Dress
Paule Ka Fishnet, Taffeta and Vinyl Golden Maxi Dress

Paule Ka Fishnet, Taffeta and Vinyl Golden Maxi Dress

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paule Ka - Fishnet, taffeta and vinyl golden dress. Size 38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width: 38 cm - Chest: 40 cm - Waist: 34 cm...

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2010s Maxi Dress

Fine and Rare 1986 Antony Price Purple Bird Dress
Fine and Rare 1986 Antony Price Purple Bird Dress

Fine and Rare 1986 Antony Price Purple Bird Dress

By Antony Price

Located in London, GB

The V&A Museum has displayed an identical cream taffeta dress for not one but two fashion exhibitions - The Cutting Edge: Fifty Years of British Fashion, 1947–1997 and the 2014 exhib...

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1980s British Evening Dresses

Taffeta Pleated Bustier Dress
Taffeta Pleated Bustier Dress

Taffeta Pleated Bustier Dress

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Taffeta pleated bustier dress painted with colorful flowers.

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress
Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress

Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress

Located in Paris, FR

Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on back sleeves, bias cut with many tailoring details, maxi length. In good vintage c...

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1940s French Evening Dresses

2010's MULBERRY London Grey Taffeta Fit & Flare Cocktail Party Mini Dress
2010's MULBERRY London Grey Taffeta Fit & Flare Cocktail Party Mini Dress

2010's MULBERRY London Grey Taffeta Fit & Flare Cocktail Party Mini Dress

By Mulberry

Located in Sheffield, GB

A 2010's MULBERRY of London Cocktail Dress, crafted in a plush textured Grey taffeta at the top and gun metal grey skirt at the bottom with flecks that reflect gently in the light.

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2010s English Mini Dress

Jacques Fath Silk Taffeta Maxi Dress
Jacques Fath Silk Taffeta Maxi Dress

Jacques Fath Silk Taffeta Maxi Dress

By Jacques Fath

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Jacques Fath - Silk taffeta maxi dress with midnight blue velvet and gold metal buttons with rhinestones.

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1970s French Evening Gowns

MC Orange & Green Silk Taffeta Plaid Denise Dress
MC Orange & Green Silk Taffeta Plaid Denise Dress

MC Orange & Green Silk Taffeta Plaid Denise Dress

Located in New York, NY

This convertable dress is made from a mixed lot of deadstock vintage 1990s silk taffeta which we discovered in an old warehouse.

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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

Ruched Taffeta Fabrice Cocktail Dress
Ruched Taffeta Fabrice Cocktail Dress

Ruched Taffeta Fabrice Cocktail Dress

By Fabrice New York Couture, Fabrice

Located in New York, NY

Glamorous Fabrice Cocktail Dress in navy silk taffeta with lavishly decorated jet beadwork, sequins, trim and lace.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Self-Portrait Taffeta & Point D'esprit Sleeve Dress
Self-Portrait Taffeta & Point D'esprit Sleeve Dress

Self-Portrait Taffeta & Point D'esprit Sleeve Dress

By Self-Portrait

Located in London, GB

Self-Portrait Taffeta & Point D'esprit Sleeve Dress Light pink mini dress designed with white ruched sleeves detailed with flared cuffs.

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

1950s Taffeta Embroidered Floral Black Cocktail Dress
1950s Taffeta Embroidered Floral Black Cocktail Dress

1950s Taffeta Embroidered Floral Black Cocktail Dress

Located in London, GB

This charming 1950s black taffeta embroidered party dress with cross over straps is gamine, feminine and in lovely vintage condition.

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1950s American Evening Dresses

Purple taffetas cocktail dress VICTOR COSTA
Purple taffetas cocktail dress VICTOR COSTA

Purple taffetas cocktail dress VICTOR COSTA

By Victor Costa

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Purple stiff taffetas cocktail dress . Taffetas composition: acetate.

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

1980s Nicoletta Italian Black and White Silk Taffeta Avant Garde Top & Skirt Set
1980s Nicoletta Italian Black and White Silk Taffeta Avant Garde Top & Skirt Set

1980s Nicoletta Italian Black and White Silk Taffeta Avant Garde Top & Skirt Set

Located in San Diego, CA

Simply sensational vintage 80s NICOLETTA Italian black and white Avant Garde silk taffeta dress ensemble! Black silk taffeta sleeveless blouse, with white micro pleated origami detai...

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1980s Italian Skirt Suits

Red silk taffetas evening dress BRUCE OLDFIELD
Red silk taffetas evening dress BRUCE OLDFIELD

Red silk taffetas evening dress BRUCE OLDFIELD

By Bruce Oldfield

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Red silk taffetas evening dress open on the middle front from the waist until the bottom with one snap closure.

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1980s Unknown Evening Dresses

1950s Dress Black Embroidered Shelf Bust Taffeta Party Dress
1950s Dress Black Embroidered Shelf Bust Taffeta Party Dress

1950s Dress Black Embroidered Shelf Bust Taffeta Party Dress

Located in Wallkill, NY

A true Beauty, 1950s Black Taffeta Pleated Bodice Cocktail Dress. It has Boned Bodice with a pleated sexy bust *Pleated Tucked Waist *Large Embroidered Floral Waist that drapes down ...

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1950s American Evening Dresses

1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress
1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress

1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress

By Peggy Hunt

Located in New York, NY

Some fading on the shoulder but otherwise in perfect shape. 1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress

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1950s American Day Dresses

Mr. Blackwell Fuchsia 1960's Midi Taffeta Ruffled Collar Dress
Mr. Blackwell Fuchsia 1960's Midi Taffeta Ruffled Collar Dress

Mr. Blackwell Fuchsia 1960's Midi Taffeta Ruffled Collar Dress

By Mr. Blackwell

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This exquisite 1960s midi dress by Mr. Blackwell features a striking fuchsia taffeta fabric that beautifully captures vintage elegance.

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

1990s Jacques Azagury Purple Taffeta Victorian Inspired Dress
1990s Jacques Azagury Purple Taffeta Victorian Inspired Dress

1990s Jacques Azagury Purple Taffeta Victorian Inspired Dress

Located in London, GB

Made in a sumptuous dark plum taffeta silk, the dress has a slight sheen in the light and is a best fit for around a UK size 10 or US 6.

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1990s British Evening Gowns

1950s Floral Taffeta Silk French Couture New Look Style Dress
1950s Floral Taffeta Silk French Couture New Look Style Dress

1950s Floral Taffeta Silk French Couture New Look Style Dress

Located in London, GB

This stylish vintage couture 1950s silk taffeta coat dress with wide lapel and French cuff detail is smart, feminine and easily adaptable.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER black crystal strass bust flared taffeta babydoll dress
ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER black crystal strass bust flared taffeta babydoll dress

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER black crystal strass bust flared taffeta babydoll dress

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER black crystal strass bust flared taffeta babydoll dress Reference: TGAS/F00737 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Material: Fabric Color: Black...

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2010s Babydoll Day Dresses

Valentino Black Silk Taffeta Button-Up Long-Sleeve Shirt Dress
Valentino Black Silk Taffeta Button-Up Long-Sleeve Shirt Dress

Valentino Black Silk Taffeta Button-Up Long-Sleeve Shirt Dress

By Valentino

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Valentino Black Silk Taffeta Button-Up Long-Sleeve Shirt Dress exudes sophisticated elegance and meticulous design details.

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21st Century and Contemporary Aesthetic Day Dresses

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Taffeta Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary taffeta dress you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Red, Blue and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a taffeta dress may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An accessory like this designed by Oscar De La Renta, Yves Saint Laurent and Victor Costa — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. 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 Taffeta Dress?

On average, a taffeta dress on 1stDibs sells for $895, while they’re typically $151 on the low end and $22,205 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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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