1980S Red, Purple & Green Sequined Polyester Ruffled Tropical Dress
Located in New York, NY
1980S Red, Purple & Green Sequined Polyester Ruffled Tropical Dress
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Tropical Cocktail Dress
UNWORN Valentino Silk Tropical Birds Print Cape Evening Cocktail Dress 8
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Gianni Versace Couture Spring 1998 One Shoulder Tropical Star Print Silk Dress
$4,985
Size: Small - Medium
Gianni Versace Couture Spring 1998 One Shoulder Tropical Star Print Silk Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
with hook-and-eye closure. Great alone or belted. Perfect cocktail dress for day or evening. Great
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1960s Fern Violette Blue + Lime Green Paisley Tropical Print Silk A Line Dress
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Vintage Diane Freis Silk Chiffon Beaded Tropical Print Midi Dress + Sash
By Diane Freis
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing DIANE FREIS brightly colored tropical print beaded silk chiffon midi dress and sash
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Gianni Versace Couture Open-Back Tropical Print Runway Silk Jersey Dress, SS2000
$2,800
Size: Size tag is missing
Gianni Versace Couture Open-Back Tropical Print Runway Silk Jersey Dress, SS2000
By Donatella Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Geneva, CH
Spring-Summer dress is no exception ! Modeled by Erin O'Connor in look 14 on the runway (see picture 3
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2000s Roberto Just Cavalli Size 42 / 10 - 12 Tropical Colorful Belted Silk Dress
$675
Size: 42 / 10 - 12
2000s Roberto Just Cavalli Size 42 / 10 - 12 Tropical Colorful Belted Silk Dress
By Roberto Cavalli, Just Cavalli
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful JUST CAVALLI colorful tropical print sleeveless silk dress ! Features palm prints in
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1980S Pink & Purple Rayon Silk Tropical Floral Beaded Slouchy Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1980S Pink & Purple Rayon Silk Tropical Floral Beaded Slouchy Cocktail Dress
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Stella McCartney silk tropical plant cocktail dress in Orange and marron colours
By Stella McCartney
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Stella McCartney silk tropical plant cocktail dress in Orange and marron colours Perfect Condition
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1950S Rainbow Tropical Silk Formal Day Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
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Vintage 1950s Tropical Blooms Cotton Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * waffle texture cotton * large abstract floral print * straps with bow
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Vicky Tiel 1980s Tropical Floral Strapless Party Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fun, sexy cocktail dress from Vicky Tiel is done with the designer's signature ruched chiffon
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses
1990S ROBERTO CAVALLI Blue Psychedelic Rayon Blend Cocktail Dress Tropical Fish
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in New York, NY
Dress Tropical Fish Inspired
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1990s Cocktail Dresses
1970'S Polyester Disco Neon Tropical Halter Maxi Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970'S Polyester Disco Neon Tropical Halter Maxi Dress
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1970s Cocktail Dresses
Ungaro Tropical Print Silk Cocktaili Dress with Bird Motif Size 8
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
selection of evening gowns and luxury garments. This cocktail dress is composed of a tropical print silk
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20th Century Unknown Cocktail Dresses
1990S ROBERTO CAVALLI Green & Blue Bias Cut Silk Tropical Fish Print Cocktail D
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in New York, NY
Tagged size 44 1990S ROBERTO CAVALLI Green & Blue Bias Cut Silk Tropical Fish Print Cocktail Dress
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1990s Cocktail Dresses
2000S JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Style Purple & Blue Tropical Print Stretch Mesh Dress
Located in New York, NY
2000S JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Style Purple & Blue Tropical Print Stretch Mesh Dress
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SCAASI Green Tropical Silk Cocktail Dress & Hot Pink Contrast Ruffle Wrap Size 4
By Arnold Scassi, Arnold Scaasi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
dress features a zipper closure. This has a lot of volume, a wonderful design. Made in U.S.A. **Please
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20th Century Unknown Cocktail Dresses
Roberto Cavalli Rainbow Tropical Jersey Dress NWT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in New York, NY
Roberto Cavalli Rainbow Tropical Jersey Dress NWT
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ISTANTE GIANNI VERSACE 1998 Vintage tropical Jungle floral draped back dress M
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISTANTE GIANNI VERSACE 1998 Vintage tropical Jungle floral draped back dress M Reference: GIYG
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1990s Cocktail Dresses
ISTANTE GIANNI VERSACE 1998 Vintage tropical Jungle floral draped back dress M
By Gianni Versace, Istante by Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ISTANTE GIANNI VERSACE 1998 Vintage tropical Jungle floral draped back dress M Reference: GIYG
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses
1990S Pink & Orange Bias Cut Rayon Silk Burnout Velvet Tropical Floral Halter S
Located in New York, NY
Burnout Velvet Tropical Floral Halter Slip Dress With Beaded Fringe Ties
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Givenchy tropical silk satin sarong dress 1980s
By Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique, Givenchy
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique tropical silk satin sarong dress from the 1980s. Silk satin tropical
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses
1960s Lilly Pulitzer The Lilly Yellow Pink Cotton Hawaiian Tropical Shift Dress
By Lilly Pulitzer
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 60s LILLY PULITZER “The Lilly” colorful bright Hawaiian tropical print cotton shift
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses
Marchesa di Grésy for I. Magnin Vintage 1970s Tropical Print Metallic Dress
By Marchesa, I. Magnin
Located in Sparks, NV
Colorful metallic tropical print halter dress with keyhole neckline by Marchesa di Grésy for I
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1970s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Vintage Flora Kung 1990s Purple Silk Colorful Tropical Kimono Style Wrap Dress
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Size: Small / Medium
Vintage Flora Kung 1990s Purple Silk Colorful Tropical Kimono Style Wrap Dress
By Flora Kung
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect little 1990s / 90s spring or summer dress by FLORA KUNG! Wrap style, with short dolman
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1990s Cocktail Dresses
1960s Leonard, Paris sleek silk jersey halter neck tropical frond gown
By Daniel Tribouillard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
If you are heading for a tropical isle don't leave without this stunning halter neck dress from the
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1960s French Cocktail Dresses
Dolce & Gabbana Tropical Print Corset Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in New York, NY
Whimsical and wonderful Dolce & Gabbana tropical print corset dress.
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Rare Gianni Versace S/S 00 Iconic Tropical Palm Print Dress
By Versace
Located in Brunswick West, Victoria
Palm print dress by Gianni Versace; S/S 00. As worn by Amber Valletta in the original campaign
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Royal Hawaiian 1940s
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine and rare vintage Royal Hawaiian cocktail dress. Rayon tropical print (blue background) dress
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1940s American Cocktail Dresses
1950s Shaheen Tropical Floral Cotton Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * Hawaiian print cotton * metallic accents * smocked waist * adjustable
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1950s Cocktail Dresses
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Tropical Cocktail Dress For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact vintage or contemporary tropical cocktail dress you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning purple, beige, gray and more. Finding the perfect tropical cocktail dress may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. An accessory like this designed by Diane Freis, Fern Violette and Gianni Versace Couture — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering.
How Much is a Tropical Cocktail Dress?
The price for a tropical cocktail dress starts at $498 and tops out at $2,650, and on average, selling for $638.
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Questions About Tropical Cocktail Dress
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between a dress and a cocktail dress is mainly the specificity of the term. A dress is any garment that has a bodice attached to a skirt. The term cocktail dress refers to a dress designed for events in the late afternoon and early evening. Many feature hemlines that fall between the knee and calf. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cocktail dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A classic cocktail dress is a garment worn for special occasions that usually take place in the evening. Although its name comes from "cocktail party," the dresses are suitable for other types of gatherings. Designs vary greatly, but most cocktail dresses feature a hemline that falls close to the knee. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage cocktail dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cocktail dresses usually finish above or at the knees and are paired with high heels. This dress should be party-ready such as dressy separates or a little black dress.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a cocktail dress, first look at the hemline. Typically, hemlines for cocktail dresses fall to the mid-thigh or above. Materials and embellishments can also indicate a cocktail dress. For example, fine fibers like silk, chiffon and velvet are commonly used for cocktail dresses, and many pieces feature decorative accents, such as sequins and rhinestones. Keep in mind that there are no real hard and fast rules for what classifies as a cocktail dress. The term generally refers to any dress slightly more casual than a formal full-length gown but still suitable for nighttime wear. Explore a large selection of cocktail dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cocktail dresses first rose to prominence in the 1920s and onward, with each era making its own mark on the practical and fashionable garment. You’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary cocktail dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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