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Backstage Balmain Tartan Gown, 1954

Backstage Balmain Tartan Gown, 1954

By Mark Shaw

Located in New York, NY

Backstage Balmain Tartan Gown -- Backstage at the 1954 Pierre Balmain Couture show.

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1950s Modern Color Photography

Materials

Giclée

2000's Ralph Lauren Cashmere Blend Tartan Plaid Strapless Evening Dress
2000's Ralph Lauren Cashmere Blend Tartan Plaid Strapless Evening Dress

2000's Ralph Lauren Cashmere Blend Tartan Plaid Strapless Evening Dress

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Sheffield, GB

An archival 2000's Ralph Lauren Tartan Strapless Evening Dress. Crafted in a Cashmere / Lambswool blend the dress feels incredible agains the skin. Featuring a boned interior corset ...

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Early 2000s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS

CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS

By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS Reference: AAWC/A00704 Brand: Dior Designer: Maria Grazia Chiuri Collection: 2022 Look 1 - Runway Mat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Norma Walters Tartan Plaid Silk & Sequin Two Piece Dress, 1980's
Norma Walters Tartan Plaid Silk & Sequin Two Piece Dress, 1980's

Norma Walters Tartan Plaid Silk & Sequin Two Piece Dress, 1980's

By Norma Walters

Located in Atlanta, GA

We are mad for plaid! And it is especially fun when applied to a 1980's Norma Walter's strong shouldered silhouette and black sequins are added for a little flash of bling. This t...

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1980s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 red black tartan tweed front slit shift dress IT38 XS
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 red black tartan tweed front slit shift dress IT38 XS

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 red black tartan tweed front slit shift dress IT38 XS

By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 red black tartan tweed front slit shift dress IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/F00255 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: 2018 Material: Polyami...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Geoffrey Beene Size 4 Rare Black + Red Tartan Plaid Silk Cocktail Dress
Vintage Geoffrey Beene Size 4 Rare Black + Red Tartan Plaid Silk Cocktail Dress

Vintage Geoffrey Beene Size 4 Rare Black + Red Tartan Plaid Silk Cocktail Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare and a true work of art by the brilliant American designer, Geoffrey Beene! Though Beene started his career in fashion mid century, some of his most celebrated pieces were create...

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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

Framed c.1840 Watercolour - Portrait of Two Young Boys
Framed c.1840 Watercolour - Portrait of Two Young Boys

Framed c.1840 Watercolour - Portrait of Two Young Boys

Located in Corsham, GB

A very fine mid 19th century watercolour study of two young boys ,dressed in fine gowns and Scottish tartan. Well presented in an cream oval mount and gilt effect frame.

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19th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

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Louis Feraud red and tartan moiré evening dress, Circa 1980
Louis Feraud red and tartan moiré evening dress, Circa 1980

Louis Feraud red and tartan moiré evening dress, Circa 1980

By Louis Feraud

Located in London, GB

This Louis Feraud dress is constructed from a silk-like moiré polyester material. Worn with a patten leather belt.Featuring a round neckline, long sleeves and fitted bodice. The ful...

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1980s French Evening Dresses

1980s Bill Blass Black, Green and Navy Tartan Sequined Evening Dress
1980s Bill Blass Black, Green and Navy Tartan Sequined Evening Dress

1980s Bill Blass Black, Green and Navy Tartan Sequined Evening Dress

By Attributed to Bill Blass

Located in Houston, TX

Brilliant fully sequined dress featuring Black Watch tartan pattern! The label has been removed form this dress. The showstopper of a dress is is knee length, with long sleeves dis...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

GUCCI red wool LEOPARD APPLIQUE TARTAN GOWN Dress 40 S
GUCCI red wool LEOPARD APPLIQUE TARTAN GOWN Dress 40 S

GUCCI red wool LEOPARD APPLIQUE TARTAN GOWN Dress 40 S

By Gucci

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Gucci 2017 sleeveless evening gown in beige, yellow, blue, red and green wool (100%). The wool-gabardine gown is detailed with a gathered bow at the fitted waist and a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Formal Gowns

Comme des Garcons Red Tartan Halter Dress 2005
Comme des Garcons Red Tartan Halter Dress 2005

Comme des Garcons Red Tartan Halter Dress 2005

By Comme des Garçons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Comme des Garcons Red Tartan Halter Dress 2005

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20th Century Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Geoffrey Beene Tartan Tafetta  and Tulle Cocktail Dress
Geoffrey Beene Tartan Tafetta  and Tulle Cocktail Dress

Geoffrey Beene Tartan Tafetta and Tulle Cocktail Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Geoffrey Beene, tartan, taffeta and tulle cocktail dress having a matching bolero jacket. Dress is composed of a tulle neck and shoulder with a flocking embellishment. The bodice and...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS

CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS

By Christian Dior

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS Reference: AAWC/A00704 Brand: Christian Dior Designer: Maria Grazia Chiuri Collection: 2022 Look 1 - ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Oscar de la Renta FW 1991 Tartan Plaid Bead Sequin Embellished Velvet Dress US 4
Oscar de la Renta FW 1991 Tartan Plaid Bead Sequin Embellished Velvet Dress US 4

Oscar de la Renta FW 1991 Tartan Plaid Bead Sequin Embellished Velvet Dress US 4

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Montgomery, TX

Oscar de la Renta Tartan Plaid Embellished Belted Velvet Dress F/W 1991 Runway Collection US size 4 Black Velvet Top Contrasting with the Red Silk Pleated Fully Embellished with Colo...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

D & G by DOLCE GABBANA Runway FW 2008 Tartan Ruffled Silk Chiffon Gown
D & G by DOLCE GABBANA Runway FW 2008 Tartan Ruffled Silk Chiffon Gown

D & G by DOLCE GABBANA Runway FW 2008 Tartan Ruffled Silk Chiffon Gown

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

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

A standout runway piece from the D&G Fall/Winter 2008 collection — a celebrated tribute to Scottish heritage interpreted through Dolce & Gabbana’s romantic, high-fashion lens...

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Early 2000s Italian Maxi Dresses

Gucci Coveted Runway Tartan Plaid Hi Low Dress Gown
Gucci Coveted Runway Tartan Plaid Hi Low Dress Gown

Gucci Coveted Runway Tartan Plaid Hi Low Dress Gown

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gucci unveiled its resort 2017 collection with an eclectic collection that fused Alessandro Michele’s whimsical style with British inspired touches. The result was a highly imaginat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

1990s Escada Couture Tartan Plaid Fully Sequined Silk Vintage 90s Evening Gown
1990s Escada Couture Tartan Plaid Fully Sequined Silk Vintage 90s Evening Gown

1990s Escada Couture Tartan Plaid Fully Sequined Silk Vintage 90s Evening Gown

By Escada, Escada Margaretha Ley

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage 90s ESCADA COUTURE fully sequined tartan plaid silk evening gown! Features a vibrant hunter green, navy blue, yellow and red plaid pattern throughout the entire dre...

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1990s German Evening Gowns

COMME DES GARCONS asymmetrical ruched tartan wool dress
COMME DES GARCONS asymmetrical ruched tartan wool dress

COMME DES GARCONS asymmetrical ruched tartan wool dress

By Comme des Garçons

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Tartan wool and floral printed cotton dress with rushing and asymmetrical raw hem designed by Comme Des Garcons dating to Fall 2006. Labeled a Japanese size 'M'. Approximate measure...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Ralph Lauren Cashmere Blend Tartan Plaid Evening Dress
Ralph Lauren Cashmere Blend Tartan Plaid Evening Dress

Ralph Lauren Cashmere Blend Tartan Plaid Evening Dress

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Atlanta, GA

Ralph Lauren creates all-American good looks and a nod to a Scottish past with this tartan plaid strapless evening dress. The cashmere and lambswool blended fabric is much like a co...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Evening Dresses

Vintage Byron Lars Tartan Plaid Tie Bow Shirt Dress
Vintage Byron Lars Tartan Plaid Tie Bow Shirt Dress

Vintage Byron Lars Tartan Plaid Tie Bow Shirt Dress

By Byron Lars

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing vintage Byron Lars tartan plaid shirt dress. Chic ties at each cuff. In great condition.m

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Rare 1970's Yves Saint Laurent Tartan Off the Shoulder Silk Blouse and Skirt
Rare 1970's Yves Saint Laurent Tartan Off the Shoulder Silk Blouse and Skirt

Rare 1970's Yves Saint Laurent Tartan Off the Shoulder Silk Blouse and Skirt

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Rare late 1970's Saint Laurent Rive Gauche tartan plaid silk blouse and skirt. Blouse features 3 large gold buttons and is off the shoulders. Skirt is high-waisted with a thick ruffl...

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1970s French Evening Dresses

Ralph Lauren Silk Sleeveless Shirt and Maxi Skirt Set Brown Tartan
Ralph Lauren Silk Sleeveless Shirt and Maxi Skirt Set Brown Tartan

Ralph Lauren Silk Sleeveless Shirt and Maxi Skirt Set Brown Tartan

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Ralph Lauren Silk Sleeveless Shirt and Maxi Skirt Set Brown Tartan. With a tie-neck accent serves as the focal point of this glamorous sleeveless shirt and maxi skirt set. Brown tart...

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Late 20th Century Cocktail Dresses

Y2k Avant Guard MOSCHINO Kilt Strapless Red Tartan Pleated Bustier Dress
Y2k Avant Guard MOSCHINO Kilt Strapless Red Tartan Pleated Bustier Dress

Y2k Avant Guard MOSCHINO Kilt Strapless Red Tartan Pleated Bustier Dress

By Moschino

Located in Sheffield, GB

Fun Vintage 2000's MOSCHINO 'Cheap & Chic' Label strapless avant guard Kilt Dress. This beautiful, Bustier style pleated Kilt Dress is crafted from Red Tartan Wool with Black leathe...

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Early 2000s European Cocktail Dresses

Chic 1950s Vintage Henri Bendel Pret a Porter Green Tartan Plaid Wool Dress
Chic 1950s Vintage Henri Bendel Pret a Porter Green Tartan Plaid Wool Dress

Chic 1950s Vintage Henri Bendel Pret a Porter Green Tartan Plaid Wool Dress

By Henri Bendel

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1950s Henri Bendel "Pret-a-Porter" tartan plaid dress! Lightweight, super SOFT wool. Classic plaid, with hues of green, black, yellow and white. Intricate black silk embroidered...

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

1960s Galanos Emerald Green Tartan Gown with Beaded Bodice
1960s Galanos Emerald Green Tartan Gown with Beaded Bodice

1960s Galanos Emerald Green Tartan Gown with Beaded Bodice

By Galanos, James Galanos

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Aside from the beautiful tartan print and incredible beadwork, what makes this so gown is the attention to detail.

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1960s American Evening Gowns

1980s Emanuel Ungaro Velvet and Tartan Vintage Dress
1980s Emanuel Ungaro Velvet and Tartan Vintage Dress

1980s Emanuel Ungaro Velvet and Tartan Vintage Dress

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Lugo (RA), IT

Eye-catching Emanuel Ungaro black silk blend dress with contrasting tartan skirt. It features a deep V neckline with zip and tassel detail, long sleeves and a multicolor layered tart...

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Comme Des Garcons Deconstructed Tartan Dress
Comme Des Garcons Deconstructed Tartan Dress

Comme Des Garcons Deconstructed Tartan Dress

By Comme des Garçons

Located in Brunswick West, Victoria

Dress designed by Junya Watanabe for Comme Des Garcons 2011 collection. The outer layer is made of a red tartan wool fabric, and there is an inside layer of sheer polyester. Halter...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Dresses

D&G Tartan Dress with Denim Pockets
D&G Tartan Dress with Denim Pockets

D&G Tartan Dress with Denim Pockets

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a wool tartan dress by D&G. It features denim straps and two denim back pockets. Satin lined and features an attached satin bra.

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

1989 Isaac Mizrahi Vintage Tartan Plaid Strapless Cashmere Kilt Runway Dress
1989 Isaac Mizrahi Vintage Tartan Plaid Strapless Cashmere Kilt Runway Dress

1989 Isaac Mizrahi Vintage Tartan Plaid Strapless Cashmere Kilt Runway Dress

By Isaac Mizrahi

Located in Portland, OR

When interviewed by Bomb Magazine, Isaac Mizrahi said this about using tartan plaid for an evening gown: "They’re classic symbols.

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Simone Rocha Red Tartan Georgette Ribbon Detail Dress - Size US 8
Simone Rocha Red Tartan Georgette Ribbon Detail Dress - Size US 8

Simone Rocha Red Tartan Georgette Ribbon Detail Dress - Size US 8

By Simone Rocha

Located in London, GB

Simone Rocha Red Tartan Georgette Dress - Round neck - Sleeveless - Signature oversized bow trim - Concealed back zip - Side slip pockets Materials: - 100% Polyester Dry clean ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

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

A 1970s Vintage Lanvin Colourfull Tartan Wool Coat Dress
A 1970s Vintage Lanvin Colourfull Tartan Wool Coat Dress

A 1970s Vintage Lanvin Colourfull Tartan Wool Coat Dress

By Lanvin Paris

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A colorful 1970s Lanvin bright pink and lime green tartan wool coat dress consisting of a fitted top and floor-length skirt. The dress has a full front button closure and a matching ...

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1970s French Maxi Dress

1980s Byblos Black Velvet and Multicolor Tartan Dress
1980s Byblos Black Velvet and Multicolor Tartan Dress

1980s Byblos Black Velvet and Multicolor Tartan Dress

By Byblos

Located in Lugo (RA), IT

Jaunty sleeveless off-the shoulders dress by Byblos with a black velvet V bodice, and a wide, soft tartan skirt in blue, green, black and red. The bodice is reinforced with flexible ...

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1989 Isaac Mizrahi Vintage Tartan Plaid Strapless Cashmere Kilt Runway Dress
1989 Isaac Mizrahi Vintage Tartan Plaid Strapless Cashmere Kilt Runway Dress

1989 Isaac Mizrahi Vintage Tartan Plaid Strapless Cashmere Kilt Runway Dress

By Isaac Mizrahi

Located in Portland, OR

When interviewed by Bomb Magazine, Isaac Mizrahi said this about using tartan plaid for an evening gown: "They’re classic symbols.

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Tartan Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary tartan gown you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a tartan gown from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Comme des Garçons, Geoffrey Beene and Attributed to Bill Blass each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Finding a tartan gown for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Tartan Gown?

The price for a tartan gown starts at $277 and tops out at $6,600, and on average, selling for $973.

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