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Victorian Lace Dress

Victorian MORPHEW COLLECTION White Cotton Lace Dress
Victorian MORPHEW COLLECTION White Cotton Lace Dress

Victorian MORPHEW COLLECTION White Cotton Lace Dress

Located in New York, NY

Victorian MORPHEW COLLECTION White Cotton Lace Dress MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique materials sourced from around the globe.

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

FW 2015 Alexander McQueen Ruffled silk-blend lace Victorian style dress
FW 2015 Alexander McQueen Ruffled silk-blend lace Victorian style dress

FW 2015 Alexander McQueen Ruffled silk-blend lace Victorian style dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

Alexander McQueen Autumn/Winter Collection 2015-2016 Ruffled silk-blend lace dress size S made in Italy color: black condition: gently used elastic fabric fabric: 98% silk + 1%...

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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen S/S 2017 Blush Sheer Lace Victorian Mini Dress
Alexander McQueen S/S 2017 Blush Sheer Lace Victorian Mini Dress

Alexander McQueen S/S 2017 Blush Sheer Lace Victorian Mini Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Atlanta, GA

A romantic Spring/Summer 2017 Alexander McQueen mini dress rendered in delicate blush sheer lace, channeling Victorian-inspired femininity through a modern, ethereal lens.

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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Pure White Late Victorian Dress with Lace Hearts, Embroidery and Cut Work
Pure White Late Victorian Dress with Lace Hearts, Embroidery and Cut Work

Pure White Late Victorian Dress with Lace Hearts, Embroidery and Cut Work

Located in New Hope, PA

This Victorian dress has it all! Made from a very fine handkerchief linen it has a high neck, exquisite floral embroidery, a very generous amount of heart patterned lace insertion, ...

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1890s American Wedding Dresses

1970s Ivory Silk Satin & Lace Hand Made Victorian Style Wedding Dress Medium
1970s Ivory Silk Satin & Lace Hand Made Victorian Style Wedding Dress Medium

1970s Ivory Silk Satin & Lace Hand Made Victorian Style Wedding Dress Medium

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1970s ivory silk satin & lace hand made Victorian style wedding dress. Beautifully made dress with lace insertion and tiny tucks everywhere.

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1970s American Wedding Dresses

Purple & Brown Silk Ikat Kaftan Handmade With Victorian Lace
Purple & Brown Silk Ikat Kaftan Handmade With Victorian Lace

Purple & Brown Silk Ikat Kaftan Handmade With Victorian Lace

Located in New York, NY

MORPHEW COLLECTION Purple & Brown Silk Ikat Kaftan Handmade With Victorian Lace Collar MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique materials so...

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21st Century and Contemporary Caftans

Vintage Vicky Tiel Couture 1980s Black Lace Victorian Top + Asymmetrical Skirt
Vintage Vicky Tiel Couture 1980s Black Lace Victorian Top + Asymmetrical Skirt

Vintage Vicky Tiel Couture 1980s Black Lace Victorian Top + Asymmetrical Skirt

By Vicky Tiel

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible vintage 80s VICKY TIEL COUTURE black lace and rayon semi sheer blouse and asymmetrical maxi skirt evening gown. ensemble! Victorian inspired lace top features puff sleeves...

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1980s French Evening Gowns

MA Cobalt Blue Floral Japanese Kimono Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress
MA Cobalt Blue Floral Japanese Kimono Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress

MA Cobalt Blue Floral Japanese Kimono Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress

Located in New York, NY

MORPHEW ATELIER Cobalt Blue Floral Japanese Kimono Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress With Victorian Lace.

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

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1970s Victorian Revival Adolfo Vintage Black Dress With Lace & Sequin Trim
1970s Victorian Revival Adolfo Vintage Black Dress With Lace & Sequin Trim

1970s Victorian Revival Adolfo Vintage Black Dress With Lace & Sequin Trim

By Adolfo

Located in Portland, OR

This lovely 1970's vintage black knit Adolfo dress was inspired by the 70's Victorian fashion revival but it is so modern right now!

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1970s American Evening Dresses

Victorian Antique Crochet Lace Vintage Dress w/ High Collar Wedding Gown Size 2
Victorian Antique Crochet Lace Vintage Dress w/ High Collar Wedding Gown Size 2

Victorian Antique Crochet Lace Vintage Dress w/ High Collar Wedding Gown Size 2

Located in Portland, OR

This beautiful Victorian vintage lace dress is simply exquisite with its beautiful ruffled hemline, high collared neckline, and peach moire satin bow in the back.

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Late 19th Century American Wedding Dresses

Hand Embroidered Victorian Lace Dress
Hand Embroidered Victorian Lace Dress

Hand Embroidered Victorian Lace Dress

By Jason Lyon

Located in New York, NY

Original design made from hand embroidered Hungarian lace.

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2010s American Day Dresses

1920s Victorian Curtain Lace Dress
1920s Victorian Curtain Lace Dress

1920s Victorian Curtain Lace Dress

Located in New York, NY

Scarlet O'Hara wasn't the first to take down the drapes in her moment of sartorial distress. This lovely and simple dress from the art deco era was made from earlier Victorian or Edw...

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Early 20th Century American Day Dresses

Morphew Handmade Victorian Cotton Lace Dress
Morphew Handmade Victorian Cotton Lace Dress

Morphew Handmade Victorian Cotton Lace Dress

Located in New York, NY

Handmade Victorian Cotton Lace Dress by Morphew

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2010s American Day Dresses

Reversible Dress made from Victorian Lace
Reversible Dress made from Victorian Lace

Reversible Dress made from Victorian Lace

Located in New York, NY

Reversible Dress made from Victorian Lace with amazing 3-d embroidery of art nouveau dragonflys.

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Late 19th Century American Day Dresses

Frilly Victorian White Cotton Lace Dress
Frilly Victorian White Cotton Lace Dress

Frilly Victorian White Cotton Lace Dress

Located in New York, NY

This Fun summer dress is made from 100 year old organic cotton and lace. The bust is lined with new cotton and the dress feels fun and flirty on.

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1890s American Day Dresses

Loose Boho Dress Made From Victorian Lace
Loose Boho Dress Made From Victorian Lace

Loose Boho Dress Made From Victorian Lace

Located in New York, NY

Loose Boho Dress Made From Victorian Lace

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Early 1900s American Day Dresses

Victorian Cream Organic Cotton Lace Dress
Victorian Cream Organic Cotton Lace Dress

Victorian Cream Organic Cotton Lace Dress

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Cream Organic Cotton Lace Dress

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Early 1900s Casual Dresses

Late Victorian Lace Tea Dress
Late Victorian Lace Tea Dress

Late Victorian Lace Tea Dress

Located in New York, NY

This is a breathtaking mesh and lace tea gown from the early 20th century, most likely made between 1908 and 1912. During this part of the Edwardian era, the extreme S-bend corset of...

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Late 19th Century American Vintage Bridal Gowns

Backless Cotton Dress of Victorian Lace
Backless Cotton Dress of Victorian Lace

Backless Cotton Dress of Victorian Lace

Located in New York, NY

Reworked from an original 1890s ensemble this dress has the romance of the past with a sexy modern cut.

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1890s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

MORPHEW COLLECTION White Victorian Cotton Voile Dress With Lace Details & Black
MORPHEW COLLECTION White Victorian Cotton Voile Dress With Lace Details & Black

MORPHEW COLLECTION White Victorian Cotton Voile Dress With Lace Details & Black

Located in New York, NY

MORPHEW COLLECTION White Victorian Cotton Voile Dress With Lace Details & Black Ribbon Belt MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique materials s...

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Early 20th Century American Day Dresses

Gunne Sax Cotton Lace High Neck Victorian Style Dress
Gunne Sax Cotton Lace High Neck Victorian Style Dress

Gunne Sax Cotton Lace High Neck Victorian Style Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Gunne Sax lace dress takes your wardrobe back to the Victorian era, with a fully lined, babydoll-style silhouette and a high ruffled neck.

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1970s Babydoll Day Dresses

Backless Hand Embroidered Chinese Dress with Victorian Lace
Backless Hand Embroidered Chinese Dress with Victorian Lace

Backless Hand Embroidered Chinese Dress with Victorian Lace

Located in New York, NY

The dress is accented with 1920s beading, Victorian handmade lace, and passementerie frog closures.

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Evening Dresses and Gowns

MORPHEW COLLECTION Multicolor Cotton Victorian Lace & Vintage 1920S Quilt Dress
MORPHEW COLLECTION Multicolor Cotton Victorian Lace & Vintage 1920S Quilt Dress

MORPHEW COLLECTION Multicolor Cotton Victorian Lace & Vintage 1920S Quilt Dress

Located in New York, NY

MORPHEW COLLECTION Multicolor Cotton Victorian Lace & Vintage 1920S Quilt Dress MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique materials sourced from ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

Sheer Victorian Lace Net Dress with Floral Embroidery
Sheer Victorian Lace Net Dress with Floral Embroidery

Sheer Victorian Lace Net Dress with Floral Embroidery

By Jason Lyon

Located in New York, NY

This sheer gown is made from Victorian silk net which is over 100 years old. This said please be aware that there will be some minor flaws and repairs to this gorgeous textile which ...

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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s Jacket made from Victorian Lace
1920s Jacket made from Victorian Lace

1920s Jacket made from Victorian Lace

Located in New York, NY

This is a lovely jacket-style dress made in the 1920s from earlier lace. The lace is a combination of Battenburg (or ribbon lace) and mesh, and is dark ivory in colour. The lace, whi...

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Early 20th Century American Day Dresses

MORPHEW COLLECTION White Organic Cotton Victorian Eyelet Lace Dress With Vintag
MORPHEW COLLECTION White Organic Cotton Victorian Eyelet Lace Dress With Vintag

MORPHEW COLLECTION White Organic Cotton Victorian Eyelet Lace Dress With Vintag

Located in New York, NY

MORPHEW COLLECTION White Organic Cotton Victorian Eyelet Lace Dress With Vintage Japanese Butterfly Trim MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antiqu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

Sexy little Dress Made From Victorian Lace and Cotton
Sexy little Dress Made From Victorian Lace and Cotton

Sexy little Dress Made From Victorian Lace and Cotton

By Jason Lyon

Located in New York, NY

Guaranteed to be a one of a kind piece made from 100 year old textiles

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2010s American Tea Gowns

Backless Dress in Sheer Victorian Lace with 1920s Beaded Details
Backless Dress in Sheer Victorian Lace with 1920s Beaded Details

Backless Dress in Sheer Victorian Lace with 1920s Beaded Details

Located in New York, NY

This dress is made from a mix of laces from the 1920s and older. We source the finest in silk and rayon laces from across the world to build these one of a kind dresses. Antique brai...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Victorian Style Christian Dior Lace Trimmed Negligee
Victorian Style Christian Dior Lace Trimmed Negligee

Victorian Style Christian Dior Lace Trimmed Negligee

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Style Christian Dior Lace Trimmed Negligee

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Late 20th Century Day Dresses

Hand Embroidered Eastern European and Victorian White Lace Dress
Hand Embroidered Eastern European and Victorian White Lace Dress

Hand Embroidered Eastern European and Victorian White Lace Dress

By Jason Lyon

Located in New York, NY

The bottom half of this dress is made in tiers of Victorian Lace dating to the 1980s and 1890s.

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2010s American Vintage Bridal Gowns

Handmade Victorian Lace Trained Gown
Handmade Victorian Lace Trained Gown

Handmade Victorian Lace Trained Gown

Located in New York, NY

Dress is made from an 1890s high waisted skirt, antique fabric was added at the bust to make this a full dress.

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1890s Wedding Dresses

Irish Lace Two Piece Dress
Irish Lace Two Piece Dress

Irish Lace Two Piece Dress

Located in New Hope, PA

Irish lace or Irish crochet, by whatever name you call it, call this one the best of the best. I have never seen such a fine example of this hand made lace.

This stun...

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Late 19th Century Irish Victorian Wedding Dresses

Victorian Silk Net Lace Gown
Victorian Silk Net Lace Gown

Victorian Silk Net Lace Gown

Located in New York, NY

Made from lace dating to the turn of the century this dress is a little fragile however it is phenomenally gorgeous. Numerous repairs to the net add a story, and slight punk interest...

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Early 20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930s Sheer Silk Lace Gown with Victorian Lace Fringe
1930s Sheer Silk Lace Gown with Victorian Lace Fringe

1930s Sheer Silk Lace Gown with Victorian Lace Fringe

Located in New York, NY

Exqusite 1930s Sheer Silk Lace Gown with Victorian Lace and Silk Fringe Rebuilt and Reworked for a Modern Woman

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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Sheer Floral Silk Victorian Lace Gown
Sheer Floral Silk Victorian Lace Gown

Sheer Floral Silk Victorian Lace Gown

Located in New York, NY

Made from Antique lace dating from the 1890s to the 1920s this striking dress is made from a lace which is incomparable to even the finest laces used in Haute Couture today. Wear she...

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Early 20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

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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...

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By Missoni

Located in San Diego, CA

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By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...

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Vivienne Westwood Gold Metallic Lace Corset, fw 1993

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By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival Vivienne Westwood Corset ▪ Fall-Winter 1993 ▪ Gold metallic lace ▪ Ivory cotton mesh side panels ▪ Built-in boning ▪ Zip closure at the centre-back ▪ Size: UK10 - US6...

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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...

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By Jean Patou

Located in Sparks, NV

Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...

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By Janine of London, Lillie Rubin

Located in San Diego, CA

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By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

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By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

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By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

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Located in San Diego, CA

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Located in New York, NY

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By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Rubiera, RE

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Victorian Lace Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary victorian lace dress you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Gray, Beige, White and more. If you’re looking for a victorian lace dress from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. An accessory like this designed by Morphew, Jason Lyon and Adolfo — 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 Victorian Lace Dress?

Prices for a victorian lace dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $150 and can go as high as $5,000, while, on average they fetch $1,200.

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