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Velvet Formal Dresses

Black Silk Velvet Gown
Black Silk Velvet Gown

Black Silk Velvet Gown

Located in New York, NY

Black Silk Velvet Gown

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Late 20th Century Formal Gowns

Black Silk Velvet Gown With Jacket
Black Silk Velvet Gown With Jacket

Black Silk Velvet Gown With Jacket

Located in New York, NY

Black Silk Velvet Gown With Jacket

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Late 20th Century Formal Gowns

1990S Yellow & Gold Silk Lurex Burnout Velvet Gown
1990S Yellow & Gold Silk Lurex Burnout Velvet Gown

1990S Yellow & Gold Silk Lurex Burnout Velvet Gown

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Yellow & Gold Silk Lurex Burnout Velvet Gown

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1990s Formal Gowns

1930S Black & Gold Silk Velvet French Couture Gown
1930S Black & Gold Silk Velvet French Couture Gown

1930S Black & Gold Silk Velvet French Couture Gown

Located in New York, NY

Schiaparelli style zippers on sleeves, No label couture, standing wire in neckline, entirely hand finished 1930S Black & Gold Silk Velvet French Couture Gown

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1930s Formal Gowns

1990S Dark Chocolate Brown Silk & Rayon Burnout Velvet Gown
1990S Dark Chocolate Brown Silk & Rayon Burnout Velvet Gown

1990S Dark Chocolate Brown Silk & Rayon Burnout Velvet Gown

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Dark Chocolate Brown Silk & Rayon Burnout ...

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1990s Formal Gowns

1990S Brown & Gold Silk Velvet Metallic Lace Strapless Gown
1990S Brown & Gold Silk Velvet Metallic Lace Strapless Gown

1990S Brown & Gold Silk Velvet Metallic Lace Strapless Gown

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Brown & Gold Silk Velvet Metallic Lace Str...

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1990s Formal Gowns

1990S Black Silk Chiffon & Velvet Asymmetrical Empire-Waist Gown
1990S Black Silk Chiffon & Velvet Asymmetrical Empire-Waist Gown

1990S Black Silk Chiffon & Velvet Asymmetrical Empire-Waist Gown

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Silk Chiffon & Velvet Asymmetrical E...

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1990s Formal Gowns

1990S Garnet Red Silk Blend Velvet & Dotted Tulle Strapless Gown
1990S Garnet Red Silk Blend Velvet & Dotted Tulle Strapless Gown

1990S Garnet Red Silk Blend Velvet & Dotted Tulle Strapless Gown

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Garnet Red Silk Blend Velvet & Dotted Tull...

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1990s Formal Gowns

1960S Blue & White Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Cut Velvet Gown With Bows
1960S Blue & White Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Cut Velvet Gown With Bows

1960S Blue & White Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Cut Velvet Gown With Bows

Located in New York, NY

This gown is made from some of the most expensive fabric one could ever buy. The rich silk has been woven into a luscious duchess satin. Then the silk is delicately cut on the surfac...

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1960s Formal Gowns

Vintage CHANEL BOUTIQUE Velvet Halter Formal Dress
Vintage CHANEL BOUTIQUE Velvet Halter Formal Dress

Vintage CHANEL BOUTIQUE Velvet Halter Formal Dress

By Chanel Boutique

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage CHANEL BOUTIQUE Velvet Halter Formal Dress Measurements taken laid flat, please double waist and hips: Bust: 17 4/8 inches Waist: 14 inches Hips: 19 inches Length: 43 inches...

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20th Century French Evening Dresses

1980s VictorCosta Ruched RedSatin Black Velvet High Slit Formal Maxi Gown
1980s VictorCosta Ruched RedSatin Black Velvet High Slit Formal Maxi Gown

1980s VictorCosta Ruched RedSatin Black Velvet High Slit Formal Maxi Gown

By Victor Costa

Located in Chicago, IL

For a formal special event, this 1980s maxi dress sleeveless gown by American designer Victor Costa features glamorous glossy red satin that is gathered, ruched and topstitched in bo...

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1980s American Maxi Dress

1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers
1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers

1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers

By Valentino, Valentino Garavani

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers: A stunning tuxedo-inspired silk velvet and Duchess Satin Semi-Formal dress that is perfect for the holiday...

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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Victor Costa Black Velvet Evening Gown, 1990s, Size 12
Vintage Victor Costa Black Velvet Evening Gown, 1990s, Size 12

Vintage Victor Costa Black Velvet Evening Gown, 1990s, Size 12

By Victor Costa

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Crafted in rich black velvet, this dramatic formal dress is designed with striking embellished long sleeves and a plunging open back that gives the silhouette an elegant, seductive e...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Set of 3 Antique French Fashion Plates, Paris Ladies, Lace & Velvet, c.1880
Set of 3 Antique French Fashion Plates, Paris Ladies, Lace & Velvet, c.1880

Set of 3 Antique French Fashion Plates, Paris Ladies, Lace & Velvet, c.1880

Located in Langweer, NL

The third plate stands out with a luminous white lace gown paired with a richly colored red velvet dress, evoking formal or ceremonial fashion of the highest sophistication.

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1960s Biba Black Velvet Formal Mini Dress
1960s Biba Black Velvet Formal Mini Dress

1960s Biba Black Velvet Formal Mini Dress

By Biba

Located in Houston, TX

This "60's London street wear goes to a Formal" dress, designed Barbara Hulanicki of Biba is made of beautiful black velvet.

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1960s British Day Dresses

Travilla Brocade Dress With Velvet Bow Belt, 1950’s
Travilla Brocade Dress With Velvet Bow Belt, 1950’s

Travilla Brocade Dress With Velvet Bow Belt, 1950’s

By William Travilla, Travilla

Located in Atlanta, GA

1950’s Travilla ornate brocade dress with a built-in velvet bow belt. The rolled collar dress zips and hooks at the back with hooks and snaps at the belt. The gorgeous fabric is an...

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1950s American Formal Wear

A French Devoré Velvet fuschia evening dress in Crepe Silk Circa 1940
A French Devoré Velvet fuschia evening dress in Crepe Silk Circa 1940

A French Devoré Velvet fuschia evening dress in Crepe Silk Circa 1940

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1940/1950 France Beautiful evening coat dress in devoré velvet and silk crepe Fuschia dating from the Second World War. No labelled. Strips of devoré silk velvet with Art Dec...

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1940s French Formal Gowns

1990S Metallic Floral Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Gown
1990S Metallic Floral Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Gown

1990S Metallic Floral Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Gown

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Metallic Floral Rayon & Silk Burnout Velve...

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1990s Formal Gowns

F/W 2001 Donna Karan Runway Gold Lamé Velvet Devoré Overlay Backless Gown
F/W 2001 Donna Karan Runway Gold Lamé Velvet Devoré Overlay Backless Gown

F/W 2001 Donna Karan Runway Gold Lamé Velvet Devoré Overlay Backless Gown

By Donna Karan

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This golden lamé slip gown, from Donna Karan's Fall/Winter 2001 collection, made its debut on the runway as part of look 72 on Caroline Ribeiro. Crafted from luxurious gold lamé fabr...

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Early 2000s American Formal Gowns

1990S Black Cage Embroidered Silk & Rayon Tulle Long Line Gown With Velvet Train
1990S Black Cage Embroidered Silk & Rayon Tulle Long Line Gown With Velvet Train

1990S Black Cage Embroidered Silk & Rayon Tulle Long Line Gown With Velvet Train

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Cage Embroidered Silk & Rayon Tulle ...

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1990s Formal Gowns

Midcentury Club Chairs in Sea Velvet, Pair
Midcentury Club Chairs in Sea Velvet, Pair

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H 30 in W 27.5 in D 26 in

Midcentury Club Chairs in Sea Velvet, Pair

Located in Wilton, CT

The team refinished the beechwood frames in Natural with a White Wash stain and selected a gorgeous cotton velvet in the color Sea. The combination allows for the formal velvet to be...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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1980s Lanvin Demi Couture Black Velvet White Silk Satin Strapless Gown
1980s Lanvin Demi Couture Black Velvet White Silk Satin Strapless Gown

1980s Lanvin Demi Couture Black Velvet White Silk Satin Strapless Gown

By Lanvin Paris

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This fabulous black and ivory Lanvin gown from the 1980s is crafted from rich black velvet with an ivory silk satin lining that elegantly contrasts the skirt. The top of the dress fe...

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1980s French Formal Gowns

F/W 2002 Ralph Lauren Runway Plunging V Neckline Black Velvet Sleeveless Gown
F/W 2002 Ralph Lauren Runway Plunging V Neckline Black Velvet Sleeveless Gown

F/W 2002 Ralph Lauren Runway Plunging V Neckline Black Velvet Sleeveless Gown

By Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This elegant yet sexy Ralph Lauren Purple Label gown debuted on the season's runway as part of look 29, modeled by Betina Holte. This effortlessly chic soft velvet dress features a d...

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Early 2000s American Formal Gowns

Victor Costa Brown Velvet + Heavy Satin 1980's Formal Dress
Victor Costa Brown Velvet + Heavy Satin 1980's Formal Dress

Victor Costa Brown Velvet + Heavy Satin 1980's Formal Dress

By Victor Costa

Located in Sparks, NV

Elegant fabric blocked formal dress by Victor Costa featuring heavy satin and velvet detailing.

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1980s American Evening Dresses

Bill Blass  abstract laser cut velvet gown -dress
Bill Blass  abstract laser cut velvet gown -dress

Bill Blass abstract laser cut velvet gown -dress

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Bill Blass laser velvet gown -dress. Abstract print. wide sleeves. Super light in weight. Pristine condition. Like new! Wearable day or night.

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Late 20th Century American Formal Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Vintage 1970s long dress Purple Silky velvet 36 s
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Vintage 1970s long dress Purple Silky velvet 36 s

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Vintage 1970s long dress Purple Silky velvet 36 s

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Brindisi, IT

Fantastic vintage 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress in silky velvet. Embellished with beautiful buttons with shiny stones. A rare, important dress. Color purple Condition: ...

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1970s French Formal Wear

1930's Silk Burnout Velvet Bias Cut Gown
1930's Silk Burnout Velvet Bias Cut Gown

1930's Silk Burnout Velvet Bias Cut Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Circa 1930's gorgeous, body hugging bias cut gown is made from luxurious burnout silk velvet in a deco floral pattern. Gown has a draped cowl neck and distinctive bias seaming.

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Formal Gowns

1932 Molyneux Haute-Couture Applique Floral Silk-Velvet Gown
1932 Molyneux Haute-Couture Applique Floral Silk-Velvet Gown

1932 Molyneux Haute-Couture Applique Floral Silk-Velvet Gown

By Molyneux

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Incredibly rare and highly collectable Edward Molyneux three-piece gown ensemble from 1932. After a period working for the British fashion designer Lucile, Molyneux opened his fashio...

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1930s Art Deco Formal Gowns

SALE!! Oscar De la Renta Silk Velvet corset  Black gown  sz 12
SALE!! Oscar De la Renta Silk Velvet corset  Black gown  sz 12

SALE!! Oscar De la Renta Silk Velvet corset Black gown sz 12

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in New York, NY

Blowout Holiday Special Sale Stunning in its simplicity, Oscar de la Renta's floor length gown is the definitive black tie look. Black silk velvet floor length gown with portr...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Formal Gowns

Vintage Valentino Boutique Black Velvet V Neck Sleeveless Draped Gown SZ 8
Vintage Valentino Boutique Black Velvet V Neck Sleeveless Draped Gown SZ 8

Vintage Valentino Boutique Black Velvet V Neck Sleeveless Draped Gown SZ 8

By Valentino

Located in Chicago, IL

Stunning vintage gown. Straight silhouette with draped side panel for added drama. Elegant back velvet with black satin trim. Sleeveless. V-neckline. Floor length hem. Ribbon belt on...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Formal Wear

Oscar de la Renta Vintage Green Velvet Evening Gown Formal Dress
Oscar de la Renta Vintage Green Velvet Evening Gown Formal Dress

Oscar de la Renta Vintage Green Velvet Evening Gown Formal Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Portland, OR

This luxurious green velvet evening gown was designed by Oscar de la Renta and has the Oscar de la Renta Studio label. The bodice is smooth deep green velvet and the skirt is satin ...

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Yumi Eto Silk Adjustable Parachute Jacket and Pant Suit
Yumi Eto Silk Adjustable Parachute Jacket and Pant Suit

Yumi Eto Silk Adjustable Parachute Jacket and Pant Suit

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful black silk pant suit from Yumi Eto. The double breasted shawl collar jacket is gorgeous with matching fine inner adjustable straps which can be moved to different configu...

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Early 2000s Italian Trouser Pant Suits

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Velvet Formal Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of velvet formal dresses available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for black velvet formal dresses and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in gray, blue and more. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these 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. Velvet formal dresses such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Caroline Charles London, Caroline Charles and Chanel Boutique are consistently popular. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much are Velvet Formal Dresses?

The prices for velvet formal dresses start at $475 and top out at $16,000 with these items, on average, selling for $988.

Finding the Right Day-dresses for You

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.

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