1970s Ted Lapidus Green Linen Coat Dress
By Ted Lapidus
Located in London, GB
This is a great example of early unisex fashion from the revered French designer Ted Lapidus. He
1970s Ted Lapidus Green Linen Coat Dress
By Ted Lapidus
Located in London, GB
This is a great example of early unisex fashion from the revered French designer Ted Lapidus. He
1970s Ted Lapidus Boho Silk and Leather Dress
By Ted Lapidus
Located in London, GB
Original 1970s Ted Lapidus boho shirtwaister dress. A wonderful creation by this revered designer
1970s Ted Lapidus Haute Couture Flame Red Silk Dress
By Ted Lapidus
Located in London, GB
This Ted Lapidus dress is circa 1977 and is made entirely by hand; this label is probably the haute
1970s Ted Lapidus Muslin Hooded Swiss-Dot Dress
By Ted Lapidus Boutique
Located in London, GB
This 1970s dress is a phenomenal design piece from Ted Lapidus and from his flagship boutique line
1980s Ted Lapidus Size 6 Turquoise Blue Silk Beaded Sequin Vintage 80s Gown
By Ted Lapidus
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 1990s TED LAPIDUS turquoise blue silk beaded evening halter gown ! Features
$1,516Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 8
1980s Ted Lapidus Size 8 Turquoise Blue Avant Garde Sequined Vintage 80s Gown
By Ted Lapidus, Ted Lapidus Paris
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde TED LAPIDUS turquoise blue fully sequined evening gown dress ! Features thousands of
Ted Lapidus Dress w/ Color Rhinestones - 1980's
By Ted Lapidus
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented here is a fabulous vintage dress from Ted Lapidus. The dress is from the early 1980's and
Vintage Ted Lapidus grey silk plissè halter dress
By Ted Lapidus
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s Ted Lapidus grey silk plissè halter summer dress with panel at the back. drop waist style
1970s Ted Lapidus Lemon Yellow Pleated Chiffon Dress
By Ted Lapidus
Located in London, GB
Few can claim to share the standards of renowned French couturier Ted Lapidus. This dress is made
Ted Lapidus Haute Couture Vintage ' Circle of Life ' Mini Sweater Dress / Tunic
By Ted Lapidus, Ted Lapidus Haute Couture
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful vintage TED LAPIDUS HAUTE COUTURE black and gold metallic 'Circle of Life' mini sweater
Ted Lapidus 1960s Vintage Black Pleated Trapeze Cocktail Dress
By Lapidus
Located in Sparks, NV
So mod! Vintage 1960s pleated A-line trapeze dress by Ted Lapidus. Fully lined with rear zip and
1970s Ted Lapidus Haute Couture Red Pinafore Dress
By Ted Lapidus Haute Couture
Located in London, GB
and accessorised. Best fit for up to a UK 8 or US 4. We have an identical Ted Lapidus dress, listed
1970s Ted Lapidus Striped Dress
By Ted Lapidus
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
A.N.G.E.L.O. Vintage - ITALY Ted Lapidus silk dove-grey, grey and red striped dressa. Mandarin
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Jacket
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible black cotton with a bit of stretch jacket from Dolce & Gabbana. It has a silver front zipper with Dolce & Gabbana pulls and also on the angled front pockets. ...
Victor Costa Strapless Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Alford, MA
One of Victor Costa's best designs, this strapless cocktail/evening dress is fashioned of white satin and black velvet alternating horizontal stripes with fitted bodice leading to an...
$695
Size: Small / Small Medium
1970s Sexy Black Jersey Flare Leg Bell Bottom 70s Vintage Disco Halter Jumpsuit
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 70s black jersey halter jumpsuit! Features a tailored bodice that buttons up the front. Hidden zipper at waistband. Nice flare legged / bell bottom. Buttons at back cent...
NEW 2013 COMME DES GARCONS silk gown with flower detail
By Comme des Garçons, Rei Kawabuko
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Cream silk, dress with floral detail designed by Rei Kawakubo for Comme Des Garcons dating to the 2013 Spring/Summer collection. Similar pieces were seen on the runway. Would be spec...
Beautiful Bill Blass Vintage Sz 6 / 8 Navy Blue Silk Satin 90s Gown + Shawl
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1990s BILL BLASS Couture navy blue silk satin strapless mermaid gown and matching shawl. Strapless bodice features a super soft silk velvet in navy. Interior support holds ...
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Sty...
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown Spring 2006 Sz 40IT
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown. Spring/Summer 2006 Size 40IT
Victorian Cream Cotton & Lace High Swan Neck Blouse With Trim Sleeves Hand-Made
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Cream Cotton & Lace High Swan Neck Blouse With Trim Sleeves Hand-Made Buttons
Halston Silk Wrap Dress 1970s
By Halson, Halston
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black silk dress from Halston. It has a plunging neckline, cape sleeves and wraps at the front waist. The skirt portion is straight gathering onto a waistband which hooks...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Backless Violet Silk Charmeuse Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning Alexander McQueen Purple violet silk charmeuse gown with interesting sleeves and exposed bare back. Slightly cowl neck. strap can be removed. Dress zip from the side. Size M...
Vivienne Westwood SS 2020 Cocoon Dress Stunning Gown
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Berlin, BE
Vivienne Westwood SS 2020 Dress New, unworn Cut from beautiful flower jacquard fabric, tailored with voluminous elements and frayed gathered seams for a patchwork effect. The cotton...
Sensational 1990s Bill Blass Couture Nude Silk Chiffon Paisley Vintage 90s Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage late 90s BILL BLASS couture nude silk chiffon paisley print full length evening dress with dramatic train! This is an original sample, and is incredibly well made...
Alfred Bosand Ivory beaded Bodice Silk chiffon Gown, 1970s
By Alfred Bosand
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Known for creating beautiful, romantic dresses, American couture designer Alfred Bosand is remembered for his exquisite attention to detail. Working from his salon on 57th street,...
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Collection Black Stretch Deep V-Neck Dress 38
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Stretch Dress F/W 2002 Collection Designer size - 38 Deep V-neck style, Black satin trim, Removable tie, Very stretch. Made in Italy Excellent new condition....
Luxurious and versatile, designer day dresses are as well suited to tea at an upscale hotel as they are to your next garden or rooftop party.
Today’s featherlight unisex day dresses — as well as the vibrant vintage day dresses of the 1950s and ’60s — look quite different from the heavy, fabric-rich de rigueur garments of the Victorian era. In the late 19th century, a woman of a certain standing might have multiple dresses to wear throughout the day: specifically, one or two for the daytime and one for the evening. For example, a long-sleeve silk dress with a prominently flared back and a round collar of gold beaded lace that hugs the neck would be suitable for stepping out during the day, while a velvet gown trimmed in silk embroidery but overall comparatively informal in appearance would be worn for afternoon tea at home. At night, a silk velvet evening dress could feature natural world motifs such as butterflies (a characteristic of Art Nouveau design) and have short sleeves adorned with lace and ruffles and a scooped neckline — the perfect attire for the theater.
During the 1920s, after all the chores were done, a woman would change from her housework clothing into a more fashionable day dress to run her errands or socialize. Some 1920s day dresses were brightly colored and featured bold patterns — a cotton dress with a dazzling floral print, perhaps, or, in the case of the more venturesome Art Deco apparel sold in high-end couture fashion boutiques of the era, semi-sheer silk garments embellished with three-dimensional beadwork or rich metallic gold lamé.
Today, a closet full of casual vintage day dresses is a must-have. Whether you opt for black, crimson or beige, day dresses bring an element of glamour to your next appointment, and in the summer, who doesn’t love a wonderfully simple, lightweight day dress cut in cotton and linen?
Because different fashion designers of every decade have offered their own take on the widely loved day dress, you’ll be able to find a variety of vintage and designer day dresses on 1stDibs. Search by creator to find enduring designs by the likes of Emilio Pucci, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior, or browse by period to uncover a scintillating collection of cotton and satin patterned dresses of the 1950s and ’60s.