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Versace Grey Dress

Versace Black & Grey Baroque Print Halter Dress
Versace Black & Grey Baroque Print Halter Dress

Versace Black & Grey Baroque Print Halter Dress

By Versace

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Versace Black & Grey Baroque Print Halter Dress is a stunning example of luxury fashion that seamlessly combines classic opulence with modern sophistication.

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Gianni Versace Couture Spring/Summer 1997 Grey Lace Embroidered Dress
Gianni Versace Couture Spring/Summer 1997 Grey Lace Embroidered Dress

Gianni Versace Couture Spring/Summer 1997 Grey Lace Embroidered Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

A rare and exquisite couture piece from Gianni Versace’s Spring/Summer 1997 runway collection. This midi-length dress features delicate grey lace embroidery at the bust, showcasing t...

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Gianni Versace by Donatella	F/W 2006 Embellished Grey Long Dress
Gianni Versace by Donatella	F/W 2006 Embellished Grey Long Dress

Gianni Versace by Donatella F/W 2006 Embellished Grey Long Dress

By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Milano, IT

- Designed by Gianni Versace - Sold by Skof.Archive - Fall Winter 2006 Collection - Embellished Grey Long Dress - V-Neck design - Silvers crystals embellishments - Draped skirt - Low...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1997 Gianni Versace Couture Runway Grey Lace Embroidered Dress
S/S 1997 Gianni Versace Couture Runway Grey Lace Embroidered Dress

S/S 1997 Gianni Versace Couture Runway Grey Lace Embroidered Dress

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a beautiful lace Gianni Versace Couture dress designed by Gianni Versace.

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

F/W 1995 Gianni Versace Grey Satin Velvet Dress Rhinestone Jacket Set IT42
F/W 1995 Gianni Versace Grey Satin Velvet Dress Rhinestone Jacket Set IT42

F/W 1995 Gianni Versace Grey Satin Velvet Dress Rhinestone Jacket Set IT42

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a lustrous satin and velvet Gianni Versace Couture jacket and dress set designed by Gianni Versace.

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown
Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown IT 40 As seen on Naomi Campbell on the Runway for the final look!

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace Couture S/S 1997 Runway Naomi Campbell Sheer Gray Lace Gown
Gianni Versace Couture S/S 1997 Runway Naomi Campbell Sheer Gray Lace Gown

Gianni Versace Couture S/S 1997 Runway Naomi Campbell Sheer Gray Lace Gown

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Milano, IT

- Gianni Versace Grey lace evening logo strap dress - Sold by Skof.Archive - Designed by Gianni Versace - Spring-Summer 1997 Couture - Debuted on Naomi Campbell who walked with Gia...

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Versace F/W 2004 Runway velvet bodycon Silver dress (New with tags)
Versace F/W 2004 Runway velvet bodycon Silver dress (New with tags)

Versace F/W 2004 Runway velvet bodycon Silver dress (New with tags)

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in Rome, IT

Versace grey velvet bodycon dress with form-fitting ruches from Donatella Versace’s Fall/Winter 2004 “Punk” collection (worn by Caroline Winberg).

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Gianni Versace grey checked wool pleated pinafore dress, ss 1994
Gianni Versace grey checked wool pleated pinafore dress, ss 1994

Gianni Versace grey checked wool pleated pinafore dress, ss 1994

By Gianni Versace

Located in London, GB

Gianni Versace grey checked wool pinafore dress with box pleated skirt and 10 fabric buttons.

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Atelier Versace steel grey silk and chainmail couture evening dress, fw 1998
Atelier Versace steel grey silk and chainmail couture evening dress, fw 1998

Atelier Versace steel grey silk and chainmail couture evening dress, fw 1998

By Gianni Versace

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival Atelier Versace evening dress ▪ Creative Director: Donatella Versace ▪ Fall-Winter 1998 ▪ Crafted from bias-cut steel grey silk chiffon ▪ Features long flared sleeves with...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

VERSACE brown grey gingham checked scoop neck cap sleeve zip back dress IT38 XS
VERSACE brown grey gingham checked scoop neck cap sleeve zip back dress IT38 XS

VERSACE brown grey gingham checked scoop neck cap sleeve zip back dress IT38 XS

By Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VERSACE brown grey gingham checked scoop neck cap sleeve zip back dress IT38 XS Reference: LNKO/A00693 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Wool Color: Brown Pa...

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Gianni Versace grey silk and lace evening dress with high leg slit, ss 1997
Gianni Versace grey silk and lace evening dress with high leg slit, ss 1997

Gianni Versace grey silk and lace evening dress with high leg slit, ss 1997

By Gianni Versace

Located in London, GB

▪ Gianni Versace grey silk evening dress ▪ Lingerie-style ▪ Silk chiffon ruffled trim ▪ High leg-slit at side seam ▪ Asymmetric hemline ▪ Lace panels at the bust and side panel ▪...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace Couture F/W 1998 Steel grey silk and chainmail evening dress
Gianni Versace Couture F/W 1998 Steel grey silk and chainmail evening dress

Gianni Versace Couture F/W 1998 Steel grey silk and chainmail evening dress

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Milano, IT

- Gianni Versace Couture evening dress - Sold by Skof.Archive - Creative direction by Donatella Versace - Fall-Winter 1998 - Bias-cut steel grey puffed shoulders Antique-style cha...

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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

GIANNI VERSACE Size 8 Grey Marbled Cheetah Draped Satin Shift Cocktail Dress
GIANNI VERSACE Size 8 Grey Marbled Cheetah Draped Satin Shift Cocktail Dress

GIANNI VERSACE Size 8 Grey Marbled Cheetah Draped Satin Shift Cocktail Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage Early 1980's GIANNI VERSACE shift dress comes in charcoal gray and cream marbled cheetah print sateen and features a crewneck boxy three quarter top with padded shoulder, thr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shift Cocktail Dresses

MORPHEW COLLECTION Yellow, Black & Grey Silk Twill VERSACE Scarf Mini Cocktail
MORPHEW COLLECTION Yellow, Black & Grey Silk Twill VERSACE Scarf Mini Cocktail

MORPHEW COLLECTION Yellow, Black & Grey Silk Twill VERSACE Scarf Mini Cocktail

Located in New York, NY

No two pieces are the same... These Dresses are a work of art. MORPHEW COLLECTION Yellow, Black & Grey Silk Twill VERSACE Scarf Mini Cocktail Dress MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entir...

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VERSACE 100% cotton grey checkered straight leg dress trousers IT48 M
VERSACE 100% cotton grey checkered straight leg dress trousers IT48 M

VERSACE 100% cotton grey checkered straight leg dress trousers IT48 M

By Versace

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VERSACE 100% cotton grey checkered straight leg dress trousers IT48 M Reference: CNLE/A00277 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Cotton Color: Grey Pattern: Checkere...

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VERSACE 100% cotton grey checkered straight leg dress trousers IT48 M
VERSACE 100% cotton grey checkered straight leg dress trousers IT48 M

VERSACE 100% cotton grey checkered straight leg dress trousers IT48 M

By Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VERSACE 100% cotton grey checkered straight leg dress trousers IT48 M Reference: CNLE/A00277 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Cotton Color: Grey Pattern: Checkere...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Trouser Pant Suits

VERSACE 100% cotton grey checkered straight leg dress trousers IT48 M
VERSACE 100% cotton grey checkered straight leg dress trousers IT48 M

VERSACE 100% cotton grey checkered straight leg dress trousers IT48 M

By Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VERSACE 100% cotton grey checkered straight leg dress trousers IT48 M Reference: CNLE/A00277 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Cotton Color: Grey Pattern: Checkere...

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F/W 1993 Gianni Versace Couture Grey Stripe Collared Medusa Button Dress Coat
F/W 1993 Gianni Versace Couture Grey Stripe Collared Medusa Button Dress Coat

F/W 1993 Gianni Versace Couture Grey Stripe Collared Medusa Button Dress Coat

By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a collared dress coat designed by Gianni Versace for his Fall/Winter 1993 collection. The collection is remembered for its grunge-glamour aesthetic. This piece features go...

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Versace Collection Grey/Green Printed Cotton Blend Sleeveless Sheath Dress S

Versace Collection Grey/Green Printed Cotton Blend Sleeveless Sheath Dress S

By Versace Collection

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Exhibit a stylish look by wearing this beautiful designer dress. Tailored using fine fabric, this dress has a chic silhouette for a framing fit. Style the creation with chic accessor...

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S/S 2013 Look # 44 NEW VERSACE DOVE GREY LONG DRESS GOWN with ONE SLEEVE 38 - 2
S/S 2013 Look # 44 NEW VERSACE DOVE GREY LONG DRESS GOWN with ONE SLEEVE 38 - 2

S/S 2013 Look # 44 NEW VERSACE DOVE GREY LONG DRESS GOWN with ONE SLEEVE 38 - 2

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

VERSACE Actual runway sample Spring/Summer 2013 Look # 44 The sensational dove grey color, chic design and artfully embellished metal fringe belt - ensure a stunning silhouett...

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1980s Versace Prince of Wales Grey Suit
1980s Versace Prince of Wales Grey Suit

1980s Versace Prince of Wales Grey Suit

By Versace

Located in Lugo (RA), IT

Versace gray Prince of Wales suit in silk and wool blend. Jacket with shawl collar, front button closure, long sleeves; short, straight and high-waisted skirt. Years: 80s Made in I...

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1980s Versace Prince of Wales Grey Suit
1980s Versace Prince of Wales Grey Suit

1980s Versace Prince of Wales Grey Suit

By Versace

Located in Lugo (RA), IT

Versace gray Prince of Wales suit in silk and wool blend. Jacket with shawl collar, front button closure, long sleeves; short, straight and high-waisted skirt. Years: 80s Made in I...

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1980s Italian Dress and Coat Ensembles

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Find the exact vintage or contemporary versace grey dress you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect versace grey 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 Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture and Versace — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. 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 is a Versace Grey Dress?

The price for a versace grey dress starts at $210 and tops out at $14,800, and on average, selling for $3,123.

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