1980S Black Leopard Print Silk & Rayon Burnout Velvet Wrap Dress Gown With Slee
Located in New York, NY
Burnout Velvet Wrap Dress Gown With Sleeves
1980S Black Leopard Print Silk & Rayon Burnout Velvet Wrap Dress Gown With Slee
Located in New York, NY
Burnout Velvet Wrap Dress Gown With Sleeves
Black Silk Velvet Gown
Located in New York, NY
Black Silk Velvet Gown
Black Silk Velvet Gown With Jacket
Located in New York, NY
Black Silk Velvet Gown With Jacket
1990S Yellow & Gold Silk Lurex Burnout Velvet Gown
Located in New York, NY
made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Yellow & Gold Silk Lurex Burnout Velvet Gown
1990S Black Silk Chiffon & Lace Gown With Velvet Detaliing
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Silk Chiffon & Lace Gown With Velvet Detaliing
1930S Black & Gold Silk Velvet French Couture Gown
Located in New York, NY
finished 1930S Black & Gold Silk Velvet French Couture Gown
1990S Dark Chocolate Brown Silk & Rayon Burnout Velvet Gown
Located in New York, NY
made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Dark Chocolate Brown Silk & Rayon Burnout Velvet Gown
1990S Brown & Gold Silk Velvet Metallic Lace Strapless Gown
Located in New York, NY
made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Brown & Gold Silk Velvet Metallic Lace Strapless Gown
1990S Black Silk Chiffon & Velvet Asymmetrical Empire-Waist Gown
Located in New York, NY
made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Silk Chiffon & Velvet Asymmetrical Empire-Waist Gown
1930S Black Silk Velvet Gown With Art Deco Detail
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Velvet Gown With Art Deco Detail
1990S Garnet Red Silk Blend Velvet & Dotted Tulle Strapless Gown
Located in New York, NY
made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Garnet Red Silk Blend Velvet & Dotted Tulle Strapless Gown
1990S Black Silk Organza & Velvet Ball Gown Covered In Embroidered Flowers
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Silk Organza & Velvet Ball Gown Covered In Embroidered Flowers
1990S Cream & Navy Rayon Silk Velvet Gown With Jeweled Embroidered Panel
Located in New York, NY
1990S Cream & Navy Rayon Silk Velvet Gown With Dramatic Jeweled Embroidered Panel
1990S Purple & Burgundy Rayon Blend Velvet Fully Sequined Empire Waist Gown
Located in New York, NY
1990S Purple & Burgundy Rayon Blend Velvet Fully Sequined Empire Waist Gown Lined In Silk Satin
1970S Black Crystal Studded Silk Velvet Art Deco Inspired Gown With Crystals
Located in New York, NY
1970S Black Crystal Studded Silk Velvet Art Deco Inspired Gown With Crystals
1980S YVES SAINT LAURENT Black Haute Couture Silk Velvet Strapless Gown
Located in New York, NY
1980S YVES SAINT LAURENT Black Haute Couture Silk Velvet Strapless Gown
1930S Sapphire Blue Bias Cut Silk Velvet Draped Cap Sleeve Gown
Located in New York, NY
1930S Sapphire Blue Bias Cut Silk Velvet Draped Cap Sleeve Gown
1990S Black Bias Cut Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Halter Neck Beaded Gown
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Bias Cut Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Halter Neck Beaded Gown
1990S Navy Blue Silk Chiffon & Velvet Trimmed Cashmere Knit Gown With Stars XL
Located in New York, NY
1990S Navy Blue Silk Chiffon & Velvet Trimmed Cashmere Knit Gown With Intarsia Stars Xl
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Chantilly Lace & Velvet Long Sleeve Off The Shoulder Gown
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Chantilly Lace & Velvet Long Sleeve Off The Shoulder Trained Gown
1960S Blue & White Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Cut Velvet Gown With Bows
Located in New York, NY
the satin in areas into velvet! Then after this the fabric was hand printed with a water color
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Flocked Velvet On Tulle Long Sleeved Gown Lined In Silk
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Flocked Velvet On Tulle Long Sleeved Gown Lined In Nude Silk Chiffon
1930S Black Silk Velvet Bias-Cut Gown With Slight Train & Embroidered Lace Bodi
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Velvet Bias-Cut Gown With Slight Train & Embroidered Lace Bodice
2000S Oscar De La Renta Blush Pink Nylon Tulle Strapless Gown With Black Velvet
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New York, NY
2000S Oscar De La Renta Blush Pink Nylon Tulle Strapless Gown With Black Velvet Flowers
1990S Black & Rust Bias Cut Rayon Silk Burnout Velvet Fully Beaded Cowl Back Go
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black & Rust Bias Cut Rayon Silk Burnout Velvet Fully Beaded Cowl Back Gown
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
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
1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Gresham, OR
-inspired silk velvet and Duchess Satin Semi-Formal dress that is perfect for the holidays with two
Vintage Victor Costa Black Velvet Evening Gown, 1990s, Size 12
By Victor Costa
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
black velvet, this dramatic formal dress is designed with striking embellished long sleeves and a
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1960s Biba Black Velvet Formal Mini Dress
By Biba
Located in Houston, TX
Simply adorable and classic! This "60's London street wear goes to a Formal" dress
Travilla Brocade Dress With Velvet Bow Belt, 1950’s
By Travilla, William Travilla
Located in Atlanta, GA
1950’s Travilla ornate brocade dress with a built-in velvet bow belt. The rolled collar dress zips
Sold
Size: Equivalent french size 38/40
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
1980S Black Velvet & Gold Lamé Ruffled Ball Gown
Located in New York, NY
1980S Black Velvet & Gold Lamé Ruffled Ball Gown
1990S Metallic Floral Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Gown
Located in New York, NY
made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Metallic Floral Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Gown
1990's Floral Burnout Velvet Gown By Anna Sui
By Anna Sui
Located in New York, NY
1990's Floral Burnout Velvet Gown By Anna Sui
1980S Black & Gold Silk Velvet Chiffon Lamé Floral Gown
Located in New York, NY
1980S Black & Gold Silk Velvet Chiffon Lamé Floral Gown
1990S ISSEY MIYAKE Black Polyester Pleated Velvet Patchwork Gown
By Issey Miyake
Located in New York, NY
1990S ISSEY MIYAKE Black Polyester Pleated Velvet Patchwork Gown
1990S Purple Bias Cut Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Floral Cowl Neck Gown
Located in New York, NY
1990S Purple Bias Cut Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Floral Cowl Neck Gown
1990S Animal Print Poly/Lycra Velvet Sexy Cut-Out Gown With Slit
Located in New York, NY
1990S Animal Print Poly/Lycra Velvet Sexy Cut-Out Gown With Slit
MORPHEW ATELIER Black Silk & Rayon Tulle Gown With Antique Velvet Waist Bow
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW ATELIER Black Silk & Rayon Tulle Gown With Antique Velvet Waist Bow
1990'S ANNA SUI Floral Bias Cut Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Iconic Grunge Coll
By Anna Sui
Located in New York, NY
1990'S ANNA SUI Floral Bias Cut Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Iconic Grunge Collection Slip Dress
F/W 2001 Donna Karan Runway Gold Lamé Velvet Devoré Overlay Backless Gown
By Donna Karan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
gown is adorned with a black velvet devoré overlay, embellished with a shiny floral velvet pattern. The
1990S Black Cage Embroidered Silk & Rayon Tulle Long Line Gown With Velvet Train
Located in New York, NY
Velvet Train
1930S Burnt Orange Floral Silk Burnout Velvet Gown As-Is For Design Or Theatre
Located in New York, NY
1930S Burnt Orange Floral Silk Burnout Velvet Gown As-Is For Design Or Theatre
1930S Blue Rayon & Silk Net Gown From Paris With Velvet Ribbon Trim, Some Small
Located in New York, NY
1930S Blue Rayon & Silk Net Gown From Paris With Velvet Ribbon Trim, Some Small Holes
1990'S Eggplant Purple & Gold Silk Blend Velvet Ombré Tie Dye Bias Cut Backless
Located in New York, NY
1990'S Eggplant Purple & Gold Silk Blend Velvet Ombré Tie Dye Bias Cut Backless Gown
1930S Sapphire Blue Bias Cut Silk Velvet Gown With Burnout Sleeves & Back As-I
Located in New York, NY
1930S Sapphire Blue Bias Cut Silk Velvet Gown With Burnout Sleeves & Back As-Is For Design
Midcentury Club Chairs in Sea Velvet, Pair
Located in Wilton, CT
stain and selected a gorgeous cotton velvet in the color Sea. The combination allows for the formal
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
1940S Burgundy Silk Velvet Bias Cut Gown
Located in New York, NY
1940S Burgundy Silk Velvet Bias Cut 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
1980S GIVENCHY Black Haute Couture Silk Moiré Taffeta & Beaded Velvet Gown
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
1980S GIVENCHY Black Haute Couture Silk Moiré Taffeta & Beaded Velvet 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
29, modeled by Betina Holte. This effortlessly chic soft velvet dress features a deep v-neckline
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
Vintage 1950s 50s Butterscotch Silk Taffeta Velvet Formal Cocktail Bubble Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning butterscotch iridescent silk taffeta formal dress from the 1950s with a velvet shelf bust
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
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
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
1932 Molyneux Haute-Couture Applique Floral Silk-Velvet Gown
By Molyneux
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Molyneux dressed the likes of Greta Garbo, Marlene Dietrich, Gertrude Lawrence, Margaret Leighton, and
SALE!! Oscar De la Renta Silk Velvet corset Black gown sz 12
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New York, NY
gown is the definitive black tie look. Black silk velvet floor length gown with portrait neckline and
Vintage Valentino Boutique Black Velvet V Neck Sleeveless Draped Gown SZ 8
By Valentino
Located in Chicago, IL
velvet with black satin trim. Sleeveless. V-neckline. Floor length hem. Ribbon belt on interior at waist
Oscar de la Renta Vintage Green Velvet Evening Gown Formal Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Portland, OR
velvet with deep green trim at the hem line. The dress has long sleeves, a back zipper, and a beautiful
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...
$22,829
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
John Galliano 'L'Ecole de Danse' Ivory Satin Cutwork Formal Dress, ss 1996
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival John Galliano Formal / Bridal Dress ▪ 'L'Ecole de Danse' collection, Spring-Summer 1996 ▪ Crafted from ivory crepe-backed satin cutwork ▪ Boat neck design ▪ Features a lo...
Thierry Mugler Green Wrap Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous forest green wool military influence dress by Thierry Mugler. It has a small stand up collar, long sleeves with cuffs and 2 bodice patch pockets. The dress skirt wraps ac...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
$12,452
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6/8
John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
$746Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Petite Small - Medium
1990s Janine of London Lillie Rubin Silver Grey Metallic Crushed Velvet Dress
By Janine of London, Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 90s JANINE OF LONDON for LILLIE RUBIN silver gray crushed velvet metallic bodycon dress! Features the softest crushed velvet that stretches to fit. Has what first appears to be ...
$44,276
Size: IT 38 - FR 34 - UK 6 - US 2
Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton dusty pink fur coat, fw 2012
By Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Alexander McQueen dusty pink fur coat ▪ Designed by Sarah Burton ▪ Dyed Mongolian Lamb, Mink fur and Ostrich feathers ▪ Leather belt with silver shell detail ▪ Mirrored visor shad...
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
By Escada Margaretha Ley, Amen Wardy
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip closure. The marked size is 34, and the d...
JOHN GALLIANO 1999 Vintage Green Printed Backless Maxi Gown w. Blue Velvet Trim
By John Galliano
Located in Leonardo, NJ
John Galliano Vintage FW99 Green paisley baroque peacock swirl print Rich dark blue velvet trim Pullover Cowl neck Open back Size F40 Excellent vintage condition, minor feeling of w...
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
Alexander McQueen Gown The Cosmic Rain Dress Embroidery Corset
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Breathtaking Alexander Mcqueen Corset Gown. Cosmic rain, comet and astral crystal embroideries are hand-sewn to this stunnig evening gown. Powder blue Paris net bustier dress featuri...
1990s Gai Mattiolo Black Bodycon Maxi Dress - Embroidered Floral Bust
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
A sleek and striking archival piece by Italian designer Gai Mattiolo, dating to the late 1990s (circa 1997-1998). This floor-length bodycon dress is crafted from high-quality black v...
Shimmering Alexander McQueen Gold Jeweled Evening Dress Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alexander McQueen entrance maker gold metallic gown. Fashioned of a neutral shimmering gold metallic animal print showered with sparkling crystal embellishments. Mock neck and conc...
John Galliano for Christian Dior One Shoulder Silk Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful ethereal one shoulder dress from Christian Dior comprised of layers of semi sheer black silk over an opaque silk under dress. It has one shoulder with 2 panels of softly...
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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