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Rodarte Tie Dye Beaded Embroidered Silk Gown F/W 2013 Runway
Rodarte Tie Dye Beaded Embroidered Silk Gown F/W 2013 Runway

Rodarte Tie Dye Beaded Embroidered Silk Gown F/W 2013 Runway

By Rodarte

Located in Boca Raton, FL

As seen as look number 26 on that season’s runway, this remarkable tie-dye gown is among the most memorable pieces from the collection.

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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Grey Cortana Tie-Dye Silk Gown Size IT 40
Grey Cortana Tie-Dye Silk Gown Size IT 40

Grey Cortana Tie-Dye Silk Gown Size IT 40

Located in New York, NY

Grey tie-dye silk gown by Cortana. Short sleeves. Asymmetrical V-neckline.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Gowns

2000 Giorgio Armani Red Tie-Dye Chiffon Overlay Strapless Gown IT38
2000 Giorgio Armani Red Tie-Dye Chiffon Overlay Strapless Gown IT38

2000 Giorgio Armani Red Tie-Dye Chiffon Overlay Strapless Gown IT38

By Giorgio Armani

Located in West Hollywood, CA

It features a sheer chiffon overlay with a red tie-dye pattern throughout. The bodice and skirt are constructed with visible panel seams for shaping.

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

John Galliano Fall Winter 2006 tie dye multicolour maxi evening gown
John Galliano Fall Winter 2006 tie dye multicolour maxi evening gown

John Galliano Fall Winter 2006 tie dye multicolour maxi evening gown

By John Galliano

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare John Galliano blue, red and purple dégradé tie-dye style bustier maxi chiffon evening gown from circa the Fall Winter 2006 collection.

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Aqua Ombré Tie Dye Chiffon Ball Gown with Ostrich Feather Trim – XS, 1960s
Aqua Ombré Tie Dye Chiffon Ball Gown with Ostrich Feather Trim – XS, 1960s

Aqua Ombré Tie Dye Chiffon Ball Gown with Ostrich Feather Trim – XS, 1960s

Located in Tucson, AZ

A gown worthy of a dance number with Fred Astaire, this dress has drama by the handful. Yards of swirling chiffon and feathers provide nonstop movement, while the rich ombré tye dye...

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1960s American Ball Gowns

Workers For Freedom Silk Tie Dye Skirt and Shirt 1990s
Workers For Freedom Silk Tie Dye Skirt and Shirt 1990s

Workers For Freedom Silk Tie Dye Skirt and Shirt 1990s

By Workers For Freedom

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous semi sheer silk skirt and shirt set from Workers For Freedom, London in a grey and black tie dye pattern. The long sleeve wrap or tie top has a ruffle around the neck, fr...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Blue Tie-and-Dye Lace Dress
Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Blue Tie-and-Dye Lace Dress

Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Blue Tie-and-Dye Lace Dress

By Christian Lacroix

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Christian Lacroix - Haute Couture blue tie-and-dye lace dress. No size indicated, it fits a 38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 44 cm - W...

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1990s Day Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall/Winter 2000 blue tie-dye velvet Dress
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall/Winter 2000 blue tie-dye velvet Dress

Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall/Winter 2000 blue tie-dye velvet Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Dallas, TX

Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall/Winter 2000 blue tie-dye velvet Dress Measurements lying flat: Length: 61.5'' Bust:14.5'' Hips:16''

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

PROENZA SCHOULER Size S Orange Viscose Tie Dye Crossback Maxi Dress
PROENZA SCHOULER Size S Orange Viscose Tie Dye Crossback Maxi Dress

PROENZA SCHOULER Size S Orange Viscose Tie Dye Crossback Maxi Dress

By Proenza Schouler

Located in San Francisco, CA

PROENZA SCHOULER dress in an orange viscose featuring a tie dye design, sleeveless style with cross back, and maxi length.New with Tags. Marked: S Measurements: Shoulder: 12...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Roberto Cavalli S/S 2016 Runway Cutout High-Low Tie Dye Ruffled Train Dress
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2016 Runway Cutout High-Low Tie Dye Ruffled Train Dress

Roberto Cavalli S/S 2016 Runway Cutout High-Low Tie Dye Ruffled Train Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Roberto Cavalli S/S 2016 Runway Cutout Buckles Asymmetric High-Low Tie Dye Ruffled Train Dress Look 9 from the Spring 2016 Collection. Size: IT 40 Condition: Very good condition,...

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2010s Evening Dresses

ALTUZARRA Size 2 Penelope Orange Brown Tie Dye Sleeveless Asymmetrical Hem Dress
ALTUZARRA Size 2 Penelope Orange Brown Tie Dye Sleeveless Asymmetrical Hem Dress

ALTUZARRA Size 2 Penelope Orange Brown Tie Dye Sleeveless Asymmetrical Hem Dress

By Altuzarra

Located in San Francisco, CA

ALTUZARRA "Penelope" dress in an orange and brown polyester featuring a tie dye design, asymmetrical hem, and waist tie with button closure. New with Tags. Marked: IT 36 Measur...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Sheer Lace Knit Blue Tie Dye Dress
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Sheer Lace Knit Blue Tie Dye Dress

Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Sheer Lace Knit Blue Tie Dye Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Sheer Lace Knit Blue Tie Dye Print Dress Condition: Excellent, please note size tag is missing.

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Tie-Dye Print Leather and Lace Dress, FW 2000
Christian Dior by John Galliano Tie-Dye Print Leather and Lace Dress, FW 2000

Christian Dior by John Galliano Tie-Dye Print Leather and Lace Dress, FW 2000

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Brand: Christian Dior ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2000 ▪ Fabric: Chèvre Velours (Goat Velvet), made from goatskin leather treated to have a soft, v...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Buckle Halter Blue Tie Dye Velvet Dress
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Buckle Halter Blue Tie Dye Velvet Dress

Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Buckle Halter Blue Tie Dye Velvet Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Buckle Halter Blue Tie Dye Print Velvet High Slit Maxi Dress Size: FR 40 Condition: Very good vintage condition, there are 2 sewing lines o...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

ROBERTO CAVALLI 4 Blue & Black Cheetah & Tie Dye Silk DRawstring Sleeve Dress
ROBERTO CAVALLI 4 Blue & Black Cheetah & Tie Dye Silk DRawstring Sleeve Dress

ROBERTO CAVALLI 4 Blue & Black Cheetah & Tie Dye Silk DRawstring Sleeve Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in San Francisco, CA

ROBERTO CAVALLI mini dress comes in a light weight silk crepe featuring a blue cheetah blousey fit top with gathered boat neck and drawstring bat wing sleeves, elastic waistband, and...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Rodarte Homage to 1960's Tie-Dye Maxi Dress Neoprene Collar
Rodarte Homage to 1960's Tie-Dye Maxi Dress Neoprene Collar

Rodarte Homage to 1960's Tie-Dye Maxi Dress Neoprene Collar

By Rodarte

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rodarte tie-dye motif creates an unusual and exotic look that was part of Rodarte's F/W 2013 collection. The Rodarte brand is now part of major museum collections such as the Costum...

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21st Century and Contemporary Maxi Dress

MONIQUE LHUILLIER pink neon tie dye floral lace applique fit flare dress US4 M
MONIQUE LHUILLIER pink neon tie dye floral lace applique fit flare dress US4 M

MONIQUE LHUILLIER pink neon tie dye floral lace applique fit flare dress US4 M

By Monique Lhuillier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

MONIQUE LHUILLIER pink neon tie dye floral lace applique fit flare dress US4 M Reference: TGAS/E00378 Brand: Monique Lhuillier Material: Polyester Color: Multicolour Pattern: Floral ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

Sies Marjan Off Shoulder Dress Size 4 Jolene Pink Tie Dye Glitter Ruching
Sies Marjan Off Shoulder Dress Size 4 Jolene Pink Tie Dye Glitter Ruching

Sies Marjan Off Shoulder Dress Size 4 Jolene Pink Tie Dye Glitter Ruching

Located in Miami, FL

- Glitter tie dye exterior - Tagged size 4 - Made of 80% polyamide 20% nylon Condition: The dress is in overall decent condition with no major imperfections, the branded neck ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mini Dress

Oscar de la Renta 1990s Size 8 Blue + White Tie Dye Vintage Sleeveless 90s Dress
Oscar de la Renta 1990s Size 8 Blue + White Tie Dye Vintage Sleeveless 90s Dress

Oscar de la Renta 1990s Size 8 Blue + White Tie Dye Vintage Sleeveless 90s Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1990s OSCAR DE LA RENTA blue and white tie dye print patchwork Size 8 cotton dress! Features a blue and white tie dye with an array of shades of blue throughout. Tiered fitted b...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

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Balmain Black Yellow Tie Dye Top
Balmain Black Yellow Tie Dye Top

Balmain Black Yellow Tie Dye Top

By Balmain

Located in Brossard, QC

Black and yellow tie-dye print T-shirt Lightweight and fluid linen fabric. Round neckline Short rolled sleeves Straight hem  Loose-fitting silhouette. Made in France  

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Polo Ralph Lauren Multicolor Tie-dye Cotton Drawstring Joggers XS
Polo Ralph Lauren Multicolor Tie-dye Cotton Drawstring Joggers XS

Polo Ralph Lauren Multicolor Tie-dye Cotton Drawstring Joggers XS

By Polo Ralph Lauren

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Impeccably tailored pants are a staple in a well-curated wardrobe. These designer joggers are finely sewn to give you the desired look and all-day comfort.

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Colorful Tie Dye Floral Silk Bias-Cut Dress
2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Colorful Tie Dye Floral Silk Bias-Cut Dress

2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Colorful Tie Dye Floral Silk Bias-Cut Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A simply stunning and highly coveted Christian Dior colorful tie-dye floral print silk bias-cut dress. This rare Christian Dior treasure from John Galliano's impressive 2005 spring-s...

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Early 2000s European Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Prada SS 2004 Asymmetric Silk Navy Tie Dye Evening Gown with Sequin Wrap Panel
Prada SS 2004 Asymmetric Silk Navy Tie Dye Evening Gown with Sequin Wrap Panel

Prada SS 2004 Asymmetric Silk Navy Tie Dye Evening Gown with Sequin Wrap Panel

By Miuccia Prada, Prada

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

Evening gown from Prada’s Spring/Summer 2004 collection. Sleeveless V-neck bodice in pleated silk with soft ruching through the waist. Asymmetric black sequin panel wraps across the...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Long Pink Tie-And-Dye Dress
Roberto Cavalli Long Pink Tie-And-Dye Dress

Roberto Cavalli Long Pink Tie-And-Dye Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Roberto Cavalli - Long pink tie-and-dye dress in silk crepe, embroidered with pearls. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimen...

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

DOLCE & GABBANA Pre-Fall 2008 Multicolor Tie Dye Silk Long Dress Gown Sz 38
DOLCE & GABBANA Pre-Fall 2008 Multicolor Tie Dye Silk Long Dress Gown Sz 38

DOLCE & GABBANA Pre-Fall 2008 Multicolor Tie Dye Silk Long Dress Gown Sz 38

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Thiensville, WI

Dolce & Gabbana multi-color tie dye silk long gown. High waistline with gathered silk and black stretch material detail.

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Early 2000s Italian Maxi Dress

1990s Galliano Slinky Jersey Pink Tie-Dye Dress
1990s Galliano Slinky Jersey Pink Tie-Dye Dress

1990s Galliano Slinky Jersey Pink Tie-Dye Dress

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

1990s Galliano Slinky Jersey Pink Tie-Dye Dress

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 2000's Yves Calin Tie-Dye Silk Print Maxi Dress
Vintage 2000's Yves Calin Tie-Dye Silk Print Maxi Dress

Vintage 2000's Yves Calin Tie-Dye Silk Print Maxi Dress

Located in London, GB

Vintage 2000's Yves Calin tie dye maxi dress with matching scarf. This flowing maxi dress features a painterly tie-dye print in soft hues of sky blue, sand beige, and sage green, Cu...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Vintage Calvin Klein Original Sample Tie Dye Cotton Shirt Dress
Rare Vintage Calvin Klein Original Sample Tie Dye Cotton Shirt Dress

Rare Vintage Calvin Klein Original Sample Tie Dye Cotton Shirt Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazingly rare vintage Calvin Klein original sample tie dye cotton shirt dress! Chic silhouette that buttons up the front, with hook-and-eye at waist. Features a full skirt that look...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Large Logo Blue Tie Dye Print Dress
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Large Logo Blue Tie Dye Print Dress

Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Large Logo Blue Tie Dye Print Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2000 Large Logo Blue Tie Dye Print Dress Size: FR 38 Condition: Excellent

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano tie-dye silk and leather evening dress, ss 2001
Christian Dior by John Galliano tie-dye silk and leather evening dress, ss 2001

Christian Dior by John Galliano tie-dye silk and leather evening dress, ss 2001

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival Christian Dior Evening Dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 2001 ▪ Crafted from luxurious bias-cut silk chiffon, embellished with a captivating tie-dye...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Textile Artist Marion Clayden Tie Dye Two Piece Silk Chiffon Evening Dress
Textile Artist Marion Clayden Tie Dye Two Piece Silk Chiffon Evening Dress

Textile Artist Marion Clayden Tie Dye Two Piece Silk Chiffon Evening Dress

Located in New Hope, PA

Textile Artist Marion Clayden was the source for the tie dye fabrics used for costumes and sets for the rock musical Hair in the 1960's. She began her fashion career in the late 1970...

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Late 20th Century American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

ROBERTO CAVALLI 4 Blue & Black Cheetah & Tie Dye Silk DRawstring Sleeve Dress
ROBERTO CAVALLI 4 Blue & Black Cheetah & Tie Dye Silk DRawstring Sleeve Dress

ROBERTO CAVALLI 4 Blue & Black Cheetah & Tie Dye Silk DRawstring Sleeve Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in San Francisco, CA

ROBERTO CAVALLI mini dress comes in a light weight silk crepe featuring a blue cheetah blousey fit top with gathered boat neck and drawstring bat wing sleeves, elastic waistband, and...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

PRABAL GURUNG Size 6 Blue Green Silk Tie Dye Asymmetrical Batwing Midi Dress
PRABAL GURUNG Size 6 Blue Green Silk Tie Dye Asymmetrical Batwing Midi Dress

PRABAL GURUNG Size 6 Blue Green Silk Tie Dye Asymmetrical Batwing Midi Dress

By Prabal Gurung

Located in San Francisco, CA

PRABAL GURUNG midi dress in a blue and green silk featuring an all over tie dye pattern, asymmetrical style with detachable cap sleeve on on side and batwing sleeve on the other, and...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

OSCAR DE LA RENTA Size 4 Fuchsia Silk Tie Dye Strapless Cocktail Dress
OSCAR DE LA RENTA Size 4 Fuchsia Silk Tie Dye Strapless Cocktail Dress

OSCAR DE LA RENTA Size 4 Fuchsia Silk Tie Dye Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Francisco, CA

Fabulous strapless cocktail dress by OSCAR DE LA RENTA. A very unique style for Spring/Summer in a classic fitted bodice,including built in bustier, with flare skirt in a black silk ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano purple tie-dye silk top and skirt set, ss 2001
Christian Dior by John Galliano purple tie-dye silk top and skirt set, ss 2001

Christian Dior by John Galliano purple tie-dye silk top and skirt set, ss 2001

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Christian Dior silk top and skirt set ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Purple and orange tie-dyed silk chiffon ▪ Snakeskin print calfskin leather halter-neck and belt ▪ Gold-tone met...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo Runway tie dye lace insert burnout slip dress FR36 S
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo Runway tie dye lace insert burnout slip dress FR36 S

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo Runway tie dye lace insert burnout slip dress FR36 S

By Celine

Located in Hong Kong, NT

OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo Runway colourful tie dye lace insert burnout slip dress FR36 S Reference: TGAS/D01116 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: Resort 2018 - Runway Ma...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

MONIQUE LHUILLIER pink neon tie dye floral lace applique fit flare dress US4 M
MONIQUE LHUILLIER pink neon tie dye floral lace applique fit flare dress US4 M

MONIQUE LHUILLIER pink neon tie dye floral lace applique fit flare dress US4 M

By Monique Lhuillier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

MONIQUE LHUILLIER pink neon tie dye floral lace applique fit flare dress US4 M Reference: TGAS/E00378 Brand: Monique Lhuillier Material: Polyester Color: Multicolour Pattern: Floral ...

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2010s American Cocktail Dresses

PRADA 2022 Runway brown cream silk blend tie dye trompe loeil slit dress IT38 XS
PRADA 2022 Runway brown cream silk blend tie dye trompe loeil slit dress IT38 XS

PRADA 2022 Runway brown cream silk blend tie dye trompe loeil slit dress IT38 XS

By Miuccia Prada, Prada

Located in Hong Kong, NT

PRADA 2022 Runway brown cream silk blend tie dye trompe loeil slit dress IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/F00589 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: 2022 - Runway Material: Silk,...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1970s CARDINALI Black and Orange Tie dye Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress
1970s CARDINALI Black and Orange Tie dye Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress

1970s CARDINALI Black and Orange Tie dye Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress

By Marilyn Lewis, Cardinali

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1970s CARDINALI black and orange tie dye bohemian silk chiffon gown highlighted with gold stitching and sequins with voluminous sleeve. mock neck. very long sleeve.

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1970s American Day Dresses

1980S Rainbow Haute Couture Silk Tie-Dye Gown With Matching Jacket
1980S Rainbow Haute Couture Silk Tie-Dye Gown With Matching Jacket

1980S Rainbow Haute Couture Silk Tie-Dye Gown With Matching Jacket

Located in New York, NY

Has built in boned corset and comes with a matching belt. 1980S Rainbow Haute Couture Silk Tie-Dye Gown With Matching Jacket

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1980s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Versace S/S 2013 Bondage Leather Detail Cutout Tie Dye Evening Dress Gown
Versace S/S 2013 Bondage Leather Detail Cutout Tie Dye Evening Dress Gown

Versace S/S 2013 Bondage Leather Detail Cutout Tie Dye Evening Dress Gown

By Versace

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Versace S/S 2013 Unworn Bondage Leather Detail Cutout Plunged Backless Tie Dye Evening Dress Gown IT 38 Please note size tag has been removed but this dress will likely fit IT 40

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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Emilio Pucci Tie Dye Tank Maxi Dress
Emilio Pucci Tie Dye Tank Maxi Dress

Emilio Pucci Tie Dye Tank Maxi Dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Austin, TX

Emilio Pucci rayon tie dye tank dress. 34" bust, 30" waist, 36" hips, 59" length. Condition: Excellent. US 12

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Art Deco Tie Dye Bias Evening Dress, Studio VL
Art Deco Tie Dye Bias Evening Dress, Studio VL

Art Deco Tie Dye Bias Evening Dress, Studio VL

By Studio VL

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Tie Dye Bias Evening Dress, by Studio VL. Period 1930's evening dress in chartreuse with tie dyed bands in complementary moody brown tones. Slim cut silk chiffon with cap sl...

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1930s American Evening Dresses

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Tie Dye Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary tie dye gown you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Pink and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for a tie dye 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. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Christian Dior, Halston and Issey Miyake are consistently popular.

How Much is a Tie Dye Gown?

On average, a tie dye gown on 1stDibs sells for $1,144, while they’re typically $398 on the low end and $4,800 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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