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Taffeta Party 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

Black Scrolling Pavé Sequin 360-Degree Stiffened Ballerina Dress - M, 1950s
Black Scrolling Pavé Sequin 360-Degree Stiffened Ballerina Dress - M, 1950s

Black Scrolling Pavé Sequin 360-Degree Stiffened Ballerina Dress - M, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

And no need for a crinoline to create volume: remarkably full-bodied but still lightweight, this dress can stand upright without a hanger! Sleeveless sequined taffeta party dress wi...

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1950s Unknown Ballerina 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

Christian Dior By John Galliano Black Taffeta "Hobo" Party Dress
Christian Dior By John Galliano Black Taffeta "Hobo" Party Dress

Christian Dior By John Galliano Black Taffeta "Hobo" Party Dress

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection is excited to offer this vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano black taffeta hobo style slip dress featuring cutouts, tattered panels, skinny straps, bra bodies, sheer...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

PIERRE BALMAIN 1980s Hot Pink Taffeta Flamenco Style Strapless Party Dress, SZ 2
PIERRE BALMAIN 1980s Hot Pink Taffeta Flamenco Style Strapless Party Dress, SZ 2

PIERRE BALMAIN 1980s Hot Pink Taffeta Flamenco Style Strapless Party Dress, SZ 2

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Richardson, TX

This vintage Pierre Balmain strapless party or cocktail dress, circa late 1980s, is fashioned from crisp hot-pink taffeta trimmed with contrasting black ribbon.

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1980s Unknown Evening Dresses

1980's Vintage Pastel Pink Taffeta Strapless Polka Dot Cocktail Party Dress
1980's Vintage Pastel Pink Taffeta Strapless Polka Dot Cocktail Party Dress

1980's Vintage Pastel Pink Taffeta Strapless Polka Dot Cocktail Party Dress

Located in Sheffield, GB

A Charming Vintage Pastel Pink Taffeta Cocktail Dress with a polka-dot print by 1980's Label 'Yessica'. Features; Strapless / Fitted waist line / Puff-ball Skirt and Concealed zip up...

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1980s British Cocktail Dresses

Party Lines by Domb 1940s Brown Plaid Taffeta Drop-Waist Party Gown
Party Lines by Domb 1940s Brown Plaid Taffeta Drop-Waist Party Gown

Party Lines by Domb 1940s Brown Plaid Taffeta Drop-Waist Party Gown

By Emma Domb

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

Party gown in brown plaid taffeta, c. 1940s, by Party Lines by Domb — the early California label of Emma Domb. - Brown taffeta with plaid windowpane pattern; warm brown base with cr...

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1940s American Ball Gowns

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

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Vintage 1950s Red Dot Taffeta Party Dress

Vintage 1950s Red Dot Taffeta Party Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * red dot print taffeta * tulle lining * back bow tie accent * metal side zipper condition | excellent fits like xs dress length 45" bodice 15" ...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s BLACK SILK TAFFETA & LACE COCKTAIL PARTY DRESS
1950s BLACK SILK TAFFETA & LACE COCKTAIL PARTY DRESS

1950s BLACK SILK TAFFETA & LACE COCKTAIL PARTY DRESS

Located in San Francisco, CA

Featured is a party dress from the early 1960s. Crisp black taffeta portrait collar with notched lapels.

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1950s Evening Dresses

1950s Black Taffeta and Lace Tiered Party Dress with Bows
1950s Black Taffeta and Lace Tiered Party Dress with Bows

1950s Black Taffeta and Lace Tiered Party Dress with Bows

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Black silk taffeta. Fit-n-flare silhouette. Lace trim. Ruched bodice. Full petticoat. Built-in zipper corset. Bow detail. Zipper back. Excellent condition. Bust: 32" Waist: 24" ...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Gorgeous Silk Taffeta w Hand Made Flowers (rare) Black Party Dress
1950s Gorgeous Silk Taffeta w Hand Made Flowers (rare) Black Party Dress

1950s Gorgeous Silk Taffeta w Hand Made Flowers (rare) Black Party Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

Gorgeous 1950s silk taffeta dress, button/zipper front. The low waist and hip trimmed in gorgeous hand made taffeta flowers. This is very rare and hardly seen in today's world! B...

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass Black off the shoulder bow dress
Bill Blass Black off the shoulder bow dress

Bill Blass Black off the shoulder bow dress

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

This iconic silk taffeta Bill Glass party dress is from the 1980s.

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1980s American Babydoll Dresses

Oscar de la Renta 1980s Vintage Metallic Taffeta Party Dress Oversized Buttons
Oscar de la Renta 1980s Vintage Metallic Taffeta Party Dress Oversized Buttons

Oscar de la Renta 1980s Vintage Metallic Taffeta Party Dress Oversized Buttons

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Sparks, NV

Fantastic 1980s Oscar de la Renta metallic taffeta fit and flare party dress with oversized blue cabochon buttons and a tiny peplum at the waist.

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Late 20th Century American Day Dresses

Vintage Black and Gold Taffeta Dress
Vintage Black and Gold Taffeta Dress

Vintage Black and Gold Taffeta Dress

Located in London, GB

A pretty vintage black and gold taffeta party dress. The dress is in black with gold spots, and has a v neckline and backline with frill detail.

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50s Saks Fifth Avenue Keyhole Illusion Net Floral Party Dress
50s Saks Fifth Avenue Keyhole Illusion Net Floral Party Dress

50s Saks Fifth Avenue Keyhole Illusion Net Floral Party Dress

By Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in Gresham, OR

A wonderful 50s silk taffeta and organza party dress with open key-hole back, organza over-skirt, full pleated skirt and original belt.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Sweet & Sassy 1980's Arnold Scaasi Pink Taffeta Party Dress
Sweet & Sassy 1980's Arnold Scaasi Pink Taffeta Party Dress

Sweet & Sassy 1980's Arnold Scaasi Pink Taffeta Party Dress

By Arnold Scaasi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Cotton candy confection! This Scaasi Boutique party dress is all kinds of sweet with a good dose of youthful sass.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Vintage Blue Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress
1950s Vintage Blue Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress

1950s Vintage Blue Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning blue taffeta party dress from the 1950s featuring a unique asymmetric strapless cut with rhinestone embellishments.

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1950s American Day Dresses

COUTURE c.1950’s Black Gold Floral Beaded Rhinestone Fit n Flare Party Dress
COUTURE c.1950’s Black Gold Floral Beaded Rhinestone Fit n Flare Party Dress

COUTURE c.1950’s Black Gold Floral Beaded Rhinestone Fit n Flare Party Dress

Located in Thiensville, WI

COUTURE c.1950’s Black Gold Floral Rhinestone Embellished Beaded Fit n Flare Party Dress ONE OF A KIND! Circa: 1950’s Style: Fit n Flare dress Color(s): Shades of black and gold L...

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1950s Evening Dresses

1950s 50s  Vintage Black Velvet + Taffeta Cocktail Party Dress with Full Sweep
1950s 50s  Vintage Black Velvet + Taffeta Cocktail Party Dress with Full Sweep

1950s 50s Vintage Black Velvet + Taffeta Cocktail Party Dress with Full Sweep

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous 1950s velvet and taffeta part dress with embroidery and bows. Full skirt and sleeveless sleeves. Details Unlined Back metal zip and hook closure Circa: 1950s Estima...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

COUTURE c.1950’s Black Ivory Velvet Floral Pearl Beaded Belted Party Dress
COUTURE c.1950’s Black Ivory Velvet Floral Pearl Beaded Belted Party Dress

COUTURE c.1950’s Black Ivory Velvet Floral Pearl Beaded Belted Party Dress

Located in Thiensville, WI

COUTURE c.1950’s Black Ivory Velvet Floral Pearl Beaded Belted Party Dress Circa: 1950’s Label(s): “Nu Stur Belt Co” Style: Fit n Flare party dress Color(s): Shades of black and iv...

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1950s Evening Dresses

1950s Red Taffeta Party Dress
1950s Red Taffeta Party Dress

1950s Red Taffeta Party Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Red taffeta party dress featuring a ruffled and paneled bubble hem.

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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980's Bill Blass Watercolor Floral Silk Taffeta Party Dress
1980's Bill Blass Watercolor Floral Silk Taffeta Party Dress

1980's Bill Blass Watercolor Floral Silk Taffeta Party Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous pale pink silk taffeta party dress features a stunning watercolor floral with bouquets of hot pink, violet, chartreuse, emerald green and magenta flowers.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Traina-Norell Silk Taffeta Party Dress
1950s Traina-Norell Silk Taffeta Party Dress

1950s Traina-Norell Silk Taffeta Party Dress

By Traina-Norell

Located in Dallas, TX

Gorgeous late 1950s party dress in a patterned red silk taffeta. The dress has a scoop neckline with released pleats beneath the bust at the raised waistline seam.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass 1980s Garden Floral Chiné Silk Taffeta Party Dress
Bill Blass 1980s Garden Floral Chiné Silk Taffeta Party Dress

Bill Blass 1980s Garden Floral Chiné Silk Taffeta Party Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The most perfect dress for a spring cocktail party, this Bill Blass confection is made from a watercolor floral chiné silk taffeta done in a delicious palette of violet, fuschia, gra...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1952 Christian Dior Original Black Pleated Silk-Taffeta Party Dress
1952 Christian Dior Original Black Pleated Silk-Taffeta Party Dress

1952 Christian Dior Original Black Pleated Silk-Taffeta Party Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The House of Dior has been an enduring icon of haute couture. While the House of Dior is still a thriving business today, Dior's untimely death in 1957 left the fashion world without...

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

1950s Watercolor Floral Chiné Silk Taffeta Dress
1950s Watercolor Floral Chiné Silk Taffeta Dress

1950s Watercolor Floral Chiné Silk Taffeta Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lovely pale green and ivory floral printed silk chiné taffeta party dress has a loosely pleated wrap bodice, a pleated waistband adorned with a jeweled brooch and a pleated full skir...

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1950s American Casual Dresses

1950's Elegant Golden-Yellow Watercolor Silk Full Party Dress & Shawl
1950's Elegant Golden-Yellow Watercolor Silk Full Party Dress & Shawl

1950's Elegant Golden-Yellow Watercolor Silk Full Party Dress & Shawl

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

With its vivid golden-yellow floral print and flawless "new look" silhouette, this "Ciolina" Belgium designer silk-taffeta party dress has the casual elegance the 1950's were known f...

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1950s Ballerina Dresses

Victor Costa Vintage Strapless Dress in Black & White Tartan Plaid & Velvet
Victor Costa Vintage Strapless Dress in Black & White Tartan Plaid & Velvet

Victor Costa Vintage Strapless Dress in Black & White Tartan Plaid & Velvet

By Victor Costa

Located in Portland, OR

This is a terrific black and white tartan plaid taffeta party dress from Victor Costa. I have always loved Victor Costa dresses and this one, from the 1980’s is really wonderful and...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1950's Black Silk-Chiffon & Taffeta Heavily-Ruched Party Dress
1950's Black Silk-Chiffon & Taffeta Heavily-Ruched Party Dress

1950's Black Silk-Chiffon & Taffeta Heavily-Ruched Party Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is perhaps the most unique and flattering "little black dress" I have ever seen. Fashioned from silk-chiffon & taffeta, this creation has everything a woman wants. The bodice is...

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1950s Aesthetic Day Dresses

1950's Ruby-Red Beaded Taffeta Strapless Draped Full Party Dress
1950's Ruby-Red Beaded Taffeta Strapless Draped Full Party Dress

1950's Ruby-Red Beaded Taffeta Strapless Draped Full Party Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Breathtaking 1950's party dress fashioned from rich silk-taffeta. This garment is so fresh and modern with its vibrant ruby-red color and asymmetric draped-design!

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1950s Wedding Dresses

1950's Ceil Chapman Roses-Swirl Pink Taffeta Full Party Dress
1950's Ceil Chapman Roses-Swirl Pink Taffeta Full Party Dress

1950's Ceil Chapman Roses-Swirl Pink Taffeta Full Party Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is such a romantic and dramatic cocktail-length dress from the iconic "Ceil Chapman" label. Perfect for a spring or summer wedding; you can't help but feel feminine in this beau...

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1950s Wedding Dresses

1950's Black Embroidered-Swirl Taffeta Shelf-Bust Full Party Dress
1950's Black Embroidered-Swirl Taffeta Shelf-Bust Full Party Dress

1950's Black Embroidered-Swirl Taffeta Shelf-Bust Full Party Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is perhaps the most alluring and flattering "little black dress" I have ever seen. Fashioned from embroidered-swirl applique taffeta, this creation has everything a woman wants.

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1950s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1950's Ceil Chapman Silk-Taffeta Mocha Ruched Full Party Dress
1950's Ceil Chapman Silk-Taffeta Mocha Ruched Full Party Dress

1950's Ceil Chapman Silk-Taffeta Mocha Ruched Full Party Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is such a romantic and dramatic cocktail-length dress from the iconic "Ceil Chapman" label. Perfect for a spring or summer wedding; you can't help but feel feminine in this beau...

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1950s Ballerina Dresses

1950's Lorrie Deb Metallic Roses Print Red Taffeta Shelf-Bust Full Party Dress
1950's Lorrie Deb Metallic Roses Print Red Taffeta Shelf-Bust Full Party Dress

1950's Lorrie Deb Metallic Roses Print Red Taffeta Shelf-Bust Full Party Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

With its shimmering large-scale rose floral print and flawless New Look silhouette, this Lorrie Deb designer party dress has the casual elegance the 1950's were known for. The fabric...

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1950s American Ballerina Dresses

80s Midnight Blue & Black Velvet Flocked Strapless Party Dress
80s Midnight Blue & Black Velvet Flocked Strapless Party Dress

80s Midnight Blue & Black Velvet Flocked Strapless Party Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

80s blue taffeta Scott McClintock strapless party dress with black velvet bodice and flocked skirt.

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

1950's Champagne-Pink Taffeta & Tulle Petal-Bust Strapless Gown
1950's Champagne-Pink Taffeta & Tulle Petal-Bust Strapless Gown

1950's Champagne-Pink Taffeta & Tulle Petal-Bust Strapless Gown

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Breathtaking 1950's champagne-pink princess gown fashioned from sculpted taffeta and net-tulle. This party dress is so fresh and youthful with its vibrant color and pearl-drop beadwo...

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1950s Wedding Dresses

50s Strapless Ruched Silver Taffeta Party Dress
50s Strapless Ruched Silver Taffeta Party Dress

50s Strapless Ruched Silver Taffeta Party Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Strapless Ruched Silver Taffeta Party Dress. Please see image with spot on bottom of dress.

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1950s Unknown Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage 1950s Gunmetal Gray Shark Skin Taffeta Party Dress
Vintage 1950s Gunmetal Gray Shark Skin Taffeta Party Dress

Vintage 1950s Gunmetal Gray Shark Skin Taffeta Party Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * gunmetal gray shark skin taffeta * lattice bodice * pleated skirt * button back collar * metal side zipper * full skirt condition | excellent f...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Carven Vintage 1960s Black Faille & Taffeta Cocktail Party Evening Dress
Carven Vintage 1960s Black Faille & Taffeta Cocktail Party Evening Dress

Carven Vintage 1960s Black Faille & Taffeta Cocktail Party Evening Dress

By Carven

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Size: Unlabelled; measures roughly like a modern womens UK 8/ US 4. Please check measurements. Bust - 36” / 91cm Waist - 27” / 68cm Hips - Free Length (Shoulder to Hem) - 40” / 101cm...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

1950's Seductive Black Silk Taffeta Shelf-Bust Halter Full Party Dress
1950's Seductive Black Silk Taffeta Shelf-Bust Halter Full Party Dress

1950's Seductive Black Silk Taffeta Shelf-Bust Halter Full Party Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is perhaps the most alluring and flattering "little black dress" I have ever seen. Fashioned from silk-jersey & taffeta, this creation has everything a woman wants.

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1950s American Evening Dresses

Nina Ricci Vintage Strapless Polka Dot Taffeta & Linen Cocktail Party Dress
Nina Ricci Vintage Strapless Polka Dot Taffeta & Linen Cocktail Party Dress

Nina Ricci Vintage Strapless Polka Dot Taffeta & Linen Cocktail Party Dress

By Nina Ricci

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Nina Ricci Vintage Strapless Polka Dot Taffeta & Linen Cocktail Party Dress, 1980s Estimated Size: UK 8-10/ US 4-6/ EU 36-38.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1950's Claudia Young Metallic Embroidered Silver Taffeta Halter Party Dress
1950's Claudia Young Metallic Embroidered Silver Taffeta Halter Party Dress

1950's Claudia Young Metallic Embroidered Silver Taffeta Halter Party Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This Claudia Young designer show-stopper is one of the most alluring and flattering 1950's party dresses I have ever seen. Fashioned from gunmetal silver atomic swirl embroidered sil...

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1950s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage 1950's Emma Domb Pink Floral Print Taffeta One-Shoulder Bow Party Dress
Vintage 1950's Emma Domb Pink Floral Print Taffeta One-Shoulder Bow Party Dress

Vintage 1950's Emma Domb Pink Floral Print Taffeta One-Shoulder Bow Party Dress

By Emma Domb

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

With its vivid pink floral-garden watercolor print and flawless "new look" silhouette, this Emma Domb dress has the casual elegance the 1950's were known for. The artisanship alone i...

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1950s American Wedding Dresses

1950's Lillie Rubin Black & Pink Pintuck Silk Taffeta Illusion Full Party Dress
1950's Lillie Rubin Black & Pink Pintuck Silk Taffeta Illusion Full Party Dress

1950's Lillie Rubin Black & Pink Pintuck Silk Taffeta Illusion Full Party Dress

By Lillie Rubin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is perhaps the most alluring and flattering "little black dress" I have ever seen. Fashioned from lined pintuck silk-taffeta and lace illusion, this creation has everything a wo...

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1950s American Evening Dresses

1950's Adair Ruby Red Taffeta Shelf-Bust Ruffle Full Circle-Skirt Party Dress
1950's Adair Ruby Red Taffeta Shelf-Bust Ruffle Full Circle-Skirt Party Dress

1950's Adair Ruby Red Taffeta Shelf-Bust Ruffle Full Circle-Skirt Party Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is perhaps the most darling and flattering 1950's party dress I have ever seen. Fashioned from vibrant light-weight red taffeta, this creation has everything a woman wants.

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Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Corset Dress Size 42 US 6 - 8 Vintage 90s Iconic LBD
1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Corset Dress Size 42 US 6 - 8 Vintage 90s Iconic LBD

1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Corset Dress Size 42 US 6 - 8 Vintage 90s Iconic LBD

By Dolce & Gabbana, D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy and iconic late 90s DOLCE & GABBAN black bodycon corset dress ! A classic little black dress that is a timeless addition to any wardrobe. Corset style bodice with adjustable str...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Mollie Parnis 1970s Blue and White Novelty 70s Linen + Cotton Dress
Vintage Mollie Parnis 1970s Blue and White Novelty 70s Linen + Cotton Dress

Vintage Mollie Parnis 1970s Blue and White Novelty 70s Linen + Cotton Dress

By Mollie Parnis

Located in San Diego, CA

From the queen of dressing First Ladies, comes this wonderfully chic 1970s vintage MOLLIE PARNIS blue and white nautical linen/cotton dress ! Features the perfect linen/cotton blend ...

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Tom Ford for Gucci Fall/Winter 2002 Black Leather Runway Heels Size 37
Tom Ford for Gucci Fall/Winter 2002 Black Leather Runway Heels Size 37

Tom Ford for Gucci Fall/Winter 2002 Black Leather Runway Heels Size 37

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Berlin, BE

Tom Ford for Gucci Fall/Winter 2002 Runway Heels — Black Leather with Grosgrain Wrap Ties An exceptional pair of Tom Ford for Gucci runway heels from the Fall/Winter 2002 collectio...

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Early 2000s Italian Heels

1990s Dolce & Gabbana Brown Satin White Lace Trim Mini Slip Dress IT42
1990s Dolce & Gabbana Brown Satin White Lace Trim Mini Slip Dress IT42

1990s Dolce & Gabbana Brown Satin White Lace Trim Mini Slip Dress IT42

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This 1990s Dolce & Gabbana mini slip dress is crafted from brown silk satin with delicate white lace trim. The lingerie-inspired design features adjustable straps, a soft bustlin...

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1990s Italian Mini Dress

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 "It's Only A Game" Cream Cotton Brocade Detail Skirt
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 "It's Only A Game" Cream Cotton Brocade Detail Skirt

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 "It's Only A Game" Cream Cotton Brocade Detail Skirt

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

Alexander McQueen S/S 2005 cream cotton brocade detail skirt. From Alexander McQueen's "It's Only a Game" collection. Botanical filigree metallic brocade trim in shades of beige, cre...

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Early 2000s Italian Pleated Skirts

1993 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace dress with molded bustier
1993 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace dress with molded bustier

1993 AZZEDINE ALAIA black lace dress with molded bustier

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare, black lace dress with blush pink lining and molded busier designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1993. This is a very collectible and highly documented piece. Lace...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

New Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Black Silk Gown with Leather Tie It. 44
New Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Black Silk Gown with Leather Tie It. 44

New Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Black Silk Gown with Leather Tie It. 44

By Tom Ford, Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Tom Ford for Gucci Black Silk Gown Fall/Winter 2002 Collection Designer size 44 If you're looking for that incredible dress that Helen Hunt wore at the Oscars and one of the models i...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Gucci by Tom Ford Black Knit fitted Spaghetti Strap Dress
Gucci by Tom Ford Black Knit fitted Spaghetti Strap Dress

Gucci by Tom Ford Black Knit fitted Spaghetti Strap Dress

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

2000s Gucci Black Knit fitted dress with thin strap. Size 0/2 ***small flaws ( see last pic attached)

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1990s Italian Mini Dress

New Badgley Mischka Couture Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 4
New Badgley Mischka Couture Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 4

New Badgley Mischka Couture Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 4

By Badgley Mischka

Located in Conroe, TX

Badgley Mischka Gown Brand New with Tags Shell: 100% Silk Lining: 100% Polyester Sequined Neckline Flowing down one side and at back strap Zipper and Hook Closure Bust 36" Empire W...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Gianni Versace Leather and Lace Dress
Gianni Versace Leather and Lace Dress

Gianni Versace Leather and Lace Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black leather and lace dress by Gianni Versace. It has flower pattern lace cap sleeve semi fitted bodice and around the hem. The leather skirt portion has a subtle A lin...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top
Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top

Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top

By Alexander McQueen

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top would be an exciting addition to any wardrobe, especially for someone who enjoys pieces that combine boldness, sophistication, and art...

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Late 20th Century Blouses

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

A/W 2004 Vivienne Westwood Black Grey long sleeved body con Midi Dress
A/W 2004 Vivienne Westwood Black Grey long sleeved body con Midi Dress

A/W 2004 Vivienne Westwood Black Grey long sleeved body con Midi Dress

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in Sheffield, GB

Autumn / Winter 2004 Vivienne Westwood dress crafted from a stretchy black jersey, featuring long sleeves, scooped neckline and midi length hem. The Cut features a superbly flatterin...

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Early 2000s Italian Maxi Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Chartreuse Lace Mini Dress with Red Bead Embroidery, FW 1999
Dolce & Gabbana Chartreuse Lace Mini Dress with Red Bead Embroidery, FW 1999

Dolce & Gabbana Chartreuse Lace Mini Dress with Red Bead Embroidery, FW 1999

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

▪ Brand: Dolce & Gabbana ▪ Creative Director: Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 1999 ▪ Fabric: Chartreuse Chantilly lace, crimson red stretch silk satin ▪...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Taffeta Party Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of taffeta party dresses for sale on 1stDibs. For taffeta party dresses, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Red, Pink, Purple and more in stock now. 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 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Taffeta party dresses designed by Victor Costa, Ceil Chapman and Arnold Scaasi — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering.

How Much are Taffeta Party Dresses?

On average, taffeta party dresses on 1stDibs sell for $500, while they’re typically $173 on the low end and $2,800 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Evening Dresses And Gowns 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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