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Rare 1960s Molyneux Green Silk Dress
By Molyneux
Located in Paris, FR
Rare 1960s Molyneux green silk handmade dress featuring a center back zip opening, short sleeves
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1960s French Day Dresses
Talbot Runhof Celebrity Owned Black Guipure Lace Sequin Dress, Rare. Size 10
By Talbot Runhof
Located in Palm Springs, CA
super beautiful rare dress.
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2010s Unknown Cocktail Dresses
1998 Gianni Versace Couture Black and White houndstooth Dress
By Gianni Versace
Located in Capri, IT
1998 Gianni Versace Couture Black and White houndstooth Dress
This iconic and rare dress from
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns
Dolce & Gabbana black lace cut out halter neck evening dress IT 40
By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A very rare dress by Dolce & Gabbana D&G
Black slinky dress with lace cut outs
Lace halter neck
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses
Michaele Vollbracht Feathers And Sequins Dress, 1980s
By Michaele Vollbracht
Located in New York, NY
Michaele Vollbracht very rare dress from 1980's. Beyond gorgeous dress with unusual design and look
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Late 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford GG Monogram Rhinestone Silk Chiffon Navy Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Spring/Summer 1998 collection, this incredibly rare dress is constructed of two layers: an interior black
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Lanvin long velvet dress 60s/70s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Rubiera, RE
. 41
Waist cm. 34
Sleeve cm. 59
The extraordinarily fresh and extremely rare dress is in excellent
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Dolce & Gabbana Dress Striking Silver Rear Swarovski Zipper Pull 40 / 6
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Miami, FL
Dolce&Gabbana rare dress that was sold out in the stores.
This treasure was worn one time only
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses
KaufmanFranco Silk Dress w/ Embellished Leather, Crystal, Black Jet Beads Size 8
By KaufmanFranco
Located in Palm Springs, CA
workmanship and it’s modern simplicity of design. This rare dress (not many made) retailed for over $4500. US
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2010s American Cocktail Dresses
Extremely Rare Mariano Fortuny Cotton Delphos
By Fortuny
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinarily rare dress is made of finely pleated white cotton. Few cotton pleated Fortuny
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Delphos Gowns
Carole King Vintage 1950s Green Watercolor Floral Silk 3/4 Sleeves 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1950s 50s rare dress designed by baseball great Leo Durocher's second wife, Grace
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses
Beautiful Thierry Mugler Couture Dress Gown Rare
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
viscose. The dress hugs the hips before melting into a liquid column, falling straight to the floor with
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses
Vintage 1920's Beaded Dress Pink Cotton Voile Glass Beaded Fringed Dress UK 8-10
Located in Cheltenham, GB
this rare dress showcases the opulence of the era
This dress is sheer, and will need to be worn with a
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1920s Cocktail Dresses
Extremely Rare Mariano Fortuny Cotton Delphos
By Fortuny
Located in Riverdale, NY
This extraordinarily rare dress is made of finely pleated white cotton. Few cotton pleated Fortuny
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Delphos Gowns
New Marchesa Ombré Fringed Bow Mini Silk Dress US 6 as seen on Eva Longoria
By Marchesa
Located in Montgomery, TX
rare dress.
Mint silk ombré fringed strapless dress with a bead-embroidered bodice.
Oversize bow
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2010s American Cocktail Dresses
1960s Collector Rare Yves Saint Laurent Orange Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
1960s rare collector orange crepe Yves Saint Laurent dress featuring a classic collar, short
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1960s French Day Dresses
VERSUS Gianni Versace rare black leather jumpsuit dress
By Versus, Gianni Versace
Located in Rubiera, RE
VERSUS Gianni Versace early 1990's
Rare black leather mini dress.
Overalls suspender style design
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1990s Italian Day Dresses
NEW Rare Museum Piece - Dolce & Gabbana 1992 Printed Jute Sack Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Switzerland, CH
UNIQUE PIECE
COLLECTOR´S
DOLCE & GABBANA
PRINTED SACK DRESS
FROM THE FAMOUS SPRING SUMMER 1992
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1990s Italian Mini Dress
Rare Thierry Mugler 1986 Collection Dress with Belt
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
A very rare Thierry Mugler cotton dress, 1986 Collection. Typical 80s abstract pattern.
Love these
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1980s Italian Day Dresses
WORLDS END BY VIVIENNE WESTWOOD SS 84 iconic and rare fluorescent dress
By Worlds End
Located in Milano, MILANO
Spring Summer 1984 iconic and rare World's End sleeveless fluorescent dress by Vivienne Westwood
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1980s Mini Dress
Size: No size tag, fits like a S
Rare "Punk Label" Betsey Johnson 1980s Vintage Stripe Dress
By Betsey Johnson
Located in Oakland, CA
Betsey Johson 1980s "punk label" stripe dress
Body hugging with ample stretch.
Back zipper.
Long
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1980s American Day Dresses
rare AZZEDINE ALAIA black 'Plissé Abeille' hand pleated dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning jet-black, knit 'Plissé Abeille' dress from Azzedine Alaia dating to 2013 and seen on the
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2010s Italian Day Dresses
ROBERTO CAVALLI SS 08 Rare Hand Painted Maxi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Milano, MILANO
Spring Summer 2008 rare hand painted maxi dress by Roberto Cavalli.
Frilled hem and sleeves.
Two
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Early 2000s Day Dresses
Rare Documented Emilio Pucci Fish Print Silk "Cloqué" Maxi Dress, circa 1965
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Geneva, CH
, white and black. Fully lined only at the bust level, this dinner dress fastens with a concealed zip
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1960s Italian Maxi Dress
Zuhair Murad Couture white silver gold beaded sequin mini wedding backless dress
By Zuhair Murad
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE
An incredibly rare dress from Zuhair Murad Haute Couture Fall 2006
This really
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses
CHANEL Rare Vintage Runway S/S 1994 Black & White Vinyl PVC Raffia Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
striking black-and-white mini dress is crafted from glossy raffia-style vinyl, featuring alternating PVC
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1990s French Mini Dress
very rare 1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded jersey dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Bias cut dress with a single swathe of darkest brown jersey forming a hooded bodice dating to 1984
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1980s Italian Day Dresses
Rare " Alley Cat " by Betsey Johnson 1970s Black Velveteen Billow Sleeves Dress
By Betsey Johnson
Located in San Diego, CA
Ultra RARE "Alley Cat," by Betsey Johnson black velveteen dress! Words cannot even begin to
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1970s American Maxi Dress
Size: Small Medium Large
Leonard Paris Rare Cheongsam Style Silk Jersey Butterfly Phoenix Print Dress
By Leonard of Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Leonard Paris, rare, cheongsam style silk jersey, butterfly & phoenix print dress. Short sleeve
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1990s French Day Dresses
F/W 1999 Christian Dior by John Galliano Runway Laser-Cut Suede Turtleneck Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
. The dress's skirt flares below the knee and is finished with a lace hem. This incredibly rare dress is
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1990s French Evening Gowns
Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress
Located in Paris, FR
Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on
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1940s French Evening Dresses
1960S Red Rare Metal Mesh Mod Dress
Located in New York, NY
1960S Red Rare Metal Mesh Mod Dress
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1960s Casual Dresses
Thierry Mugler Rare Black w/ Coral Inserts Petal Dress Rare Collectible
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare circa 1989-90 Thierry Mugler petal dress. During this period the designer created a few
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Late 20th Century Mini Dresses
UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning Gucci by Tom Ford lace dress
From his SS 1996 collection for Gucci
Finest black lace
Fully
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1990s Italian Mini Dress
Rare Jean Paul Gaultier 'Gibo' black high-neck, detailed with boning mini dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful rare Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier 'Gibo' black mini dress is detailed with boning on
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1980s Italian Mini Dress
Chanel Rare Stunning Tweed Dress Coat 44 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
Rare Chanel stunning tweed dress coat.
From Fall 2007 Collection Karl Lagerfeld.
Size 44 FR
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Early 2000s Casual Dresses
ANDREW GROVES Demi Couture A/W 1998 "Ourselves Alone" Black Dress Gown
Located in Thiensville, WI
ANDREW GROVES Demi Couture A/W 1998 "Ourselves Alone" Black Dress Gown
This INCREDIBLY RARE dress
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1990s Evening Dresses
Dolce & Gabbana FW 2002 2003 silk transparent dress / tunic Runway rare
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Rarest item!
Dolce & Gabbana FW 2002 2003 silk transparent dress / tunic Runway
38 it
But it
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses
Rare Yves Saint Laurent "Artist Smock" Large Bow Tie Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully Rare signature vintage Yves Saint Laurent's '60's Red and Black smock dress
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1960s French Day Dresses
rare AZZEDINE ALAIA black 'Plissé Abeille' hand pleated dress - unworn
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Stunning jet-black, knit 'Plissé Abeille' dress from Azzedine Alaia dating to 2013 and seen on the
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2010s Day Dresses
Martin Margiela Silk and Lambkin Leather Glove Dress Rare New!
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin Margiela dress fashioned of black silk crepe with soft lambskin saddle color leather at
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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses
Rare Alaia Vintage S/S 1994 Houpette Black White Plush Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This rare Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from Spring 1994 is a masterclass in sculptural knitwear
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1990s French Day Dresses
Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Thierry Mugler Black Dress SS 1994 Spring Summer Collection. Extremely rare collectors piece
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Edwardian White Cotton Voile & Lace Tea Dress With Rare Blue Embroidery
Located in New York, NY
Made from textiles which are over 100 years old, so small holes and areas of repairs are there to tell the story of age and are not to be looked upon as flaws.
Decade: 1800s.
Mater...
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Early 1800s Day Dresses
Chanel 13K$ Extremely Rare Pearl Embellished Dress 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
A truly rarest, collectible Chanel pieces ~ navy structured dress with jewel Pearl embellishment
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2010s Cocktail Dresses
1980's Rare Matsuda Black Tuxedo Coat Dress
By Mitsuhiro Matsuda
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1980's Rare Matsuda black wool crepe tuxedo coat dress with a fitted eaist and oversize cuffs at
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1980s Japanese Cocktail Dresses
Bonnie Cashin for Sills Dress Long Fringe Tunic Chamois Leather Vintage 70s Rare
By Bonnie Cashin for Sills, Bonnie Cashin
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Fabulous Bonnie Cashin for Sills chamois leather tunic dress with fringe, likely made in the early
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1970s American Day Dresses
Rare 1990s Moschino Couture Tie Dress
By Moschino
Located in London, GB
This extraordinary 1990s Moschino cocktail dress epitomises the dynamism and flare of the designer
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses
Rare PACO RABANNE SS 1998 Reveal Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Berlin, BE
exceedingly rare treasure - is more than a dress. It's a sartorial sleight-of-hand, a high-concept collectible
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Thierry Mugler Rare Vintage 1990s Ultra Feminine Skater Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Thierry Mugler vintage 1990s ultra feminine circle skirt skater dress
Brand: Thierry Mugler
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses
Rare 1982 S/S Michaele Vollbracht Bacon & Eggs Print Checked Pinafore Dress
By Michaele Vollbracht
Located in Studio City, CA
1982 S/S Michaele Vollbracht iconic black plaid on white pinafore dress featuring a breakfast scene
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1980s American Day Dresses
F/W 2010 Alexander McQueen Angels & Demons Asymmetric Structural Black Silk Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in West Hollywood, CA
small train. This rare dress is made unique by abstract cut panels that form the dress and draped
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2010s Italian Evening Gowns
Jean Muir Dress Documented 1971 Rare
By Jean Muir
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This Dress just takes my breath away!
It is one of my favorites from Jean Muir.
The fabric with a
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns
Azzedine Alaia Rare Fall 1992 Brown & Green Argyle Knit Body Con Dress Medium
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Azzedine Alaia rare Fall 1992 brown & green argyle knit body con dress marked size medium. Silky
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1990s Italian Day Dresses
Rare 1988 Runway Moschino 'Fruit & Veg' Print Cocktail Dress
By Moschino, Franco Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring Summer 1988 Archival, Runway Vintage fruit & veg print cocktail dress by Franco Moschino
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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Azzedine Alaïa Fall Winter 1992 Rare Collectors Runway Ribbon Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Berlin, BE
Azzedine Alaïa Fall Winter 1992 Rare Vintage Runway Knit Ribbon Dress
Brand: Alaïa
Designer
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1990s French Aesthetic Day Dresses
1980's Rare Matsuda Vinyl Shift Dress with Tulips
By Mitsuhiro Matsuda
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1980's extremely rare Matsuda sleeveless vinyl shift dress with an all over colorful tulip print
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1980s Japanese Shift Dresses
Bonnie Cashin for Sills Dress Gold Suede Leather Kimono Style Sleeves Rare 1960s
By Bonnie Cashin, Bonnie Cashin for Sills
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
An iconic suede leather dress designed by Bonnie Cashin, and made during her time at Sills in the
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1960s American Day Dresses
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There is a broad range of rare dresses for sale on 1stDibs. For rare dresses, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Gray, Brown, Beige and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. Rare dresses designed by Azzedine Alaïa, Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 28 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.
How Much are Rare Dresses?
On average, rare dresses on 1stDibs sell for $1,598, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $42,000 for the highest priced versions of these items.