1950s Red Cotton Dress with Embroidered Peplum
Located in London, GB
1950s or early 1960s red cotton dress with floral embroidered and pleated peplum. The dress also features elbow length sleeves, fitted bodice and underskirt and it fastens at the bac...
1950s Grey and White Cotton Box Pleat Dress
Located in London, GB
This late 1950s dress showcases many of the era’s fashionable hallmarks. We love the faux double-breasted front with chunky white plastic buttons and the boat neckline. The nipped-in...
1950s Navy and Pink Silk Rose Print Dress
Located in London, GB
This is a really beautiful example of a late 50s or early 60s design in silk. The large rose print is a blend of pinks and reds which gives the print a painterly quality against the ...
1950s Jacques Heim Haute Couture Yellow Chiffon Dress
By Jaques Heim
Located in London, GB
Outstanding haute couture chiffon column dress by Jacques Heim circa 1958 -1963. A timeless billowy style and the perfect shade of sunshine yellow. Featuring a bow detail to both th...
1950s Susan Small Textured French Blue Cotton Shirt Dress
By Susan Small
Located in London, GB
Fabulous late 1950s to early 1960s blue jacquard check dress. Manufactured by well regarded British ready to wear designer Susan Small and retailing in Edinburgh's finest department...
1950s Grey Wool Dolman Sleeve Dress with Elaborate Beadwork
Located in London, GB
This grey wool dress dates from the very early 1950s has a lovely structured feel to it, and incredible beaded detail.
1950s Sambo Fashions Purple and White Silk Shirtwaister Dress
Located in London, GB
Sublime mid to late 1950s shirtwaister dress by Sambo Fashions, cut in a classic fit and flare style. It has a wide, bertha style collar and three quarter length sleeves which are sl...
1950s Jane Derby by Oscar de la Renta Cotton Floral Dress
By Jane Derby, Oscar De La Renta
Located in London, GB
This enchanting 1950s or early 1960s floral print polished cotton dress from American label Jane Derby when Oscar de la Renta was the head designer showcases some exquisite tailoring...
1950S Black Acetate Taffeta Swing Skirt Cocktail Dress With Unique Gathered Det
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Acetate Taffeta Swing Skirt Cocktail Dress With Unique Gathered Details
1950s Cotton Abstract Floral Print Sundress
Located in London, GB
This lively sundress was made in the late 1950s to early 1960s and features some unusual design details. Tailored from soft cotton, it is patterned with vivacious abstract florals in...
1950S Cream Champagne Silk Jacquard Crisscross Bodice Gown
Located in New York, NY
1950S Cream Champagne Silk Jacquard Crisscross Bodice Gown
1950S Golden Yellow Rayon & Nylon Tulle Strapless Gown With Flowers
Located in New York, NY
1950S Golden Yellow Rayon & Nylon Tulle Strapless Gown With Flowers
1950S Seafoam Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Beaded Strapless Gown
Located in New York, NY
In Very good condition for the age however with garments over half a century old like this minor flaws are to be expected. 1950S Seafoam Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Beaded Stra...
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Japanese Uchikake Wedding Kimono Red Silk Gold Cranes Formal Bridal Robe
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
A spectacular 1950s Japanese Uchikake wedding kimono, handcrafted in luxurious silk and richly lined in vibrant red silk, representing the highest tradition of formal Japanese bridal...
1950S Rainbow Tropical Silk Formal Day Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
Fully lined in rayon and beautifully couture hand finished. 1950S Rainbow Tropical Silk Formal Day Cocktail Dress
1950s Green Cotton Summer Gown w/ Ethnic Ribbon Detail
Located in Bozeman, MT
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Lady in Elegant 1950's Formal Dress Parisian Fashion Illustration Sketch
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Very stylish, unique and original 1950's fashion design, no doubt of Parisian origin. The painting, executed in gouache and pencil, is stamped verso by its designer Claude Monnat. ...
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Vintage 1950's Strapless Sweetheart Polka Dotted Party Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling 1950's formal dress with bright red Swiss polka dotted fabric and a full skirt.
Vintage 1950's Cream Faille Bow and Ribbon Dress Original 1950 Evening Dress UK
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly breathtaking 1950's cream evening gown, accented by a pattern of bows and ribbons and finished with the most incredible buttons along the back of the dress, is a timeless ...
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 and hooks at the back with hooks and snaps at the belt. The gorgeous fabric is an...
Vintage 1950's white tulle layered dress strapless sweetheart neckline UK 6-8
Located in Nashville, TN
This timeless and iconic 1950's dress, rendered in a white layered tulle, with delicate pleated rayon accents, is the perfect piece for that special occasion. The strapless neckline...
1950s Navy Silk Shawl Collar Dress
By UNIONMADE
Located in London, GB
Original 1950s navy blue silk dress with a fabulously detailed shawl collar neckline that is designed to look like a capelet but is in fact integral to the dress. The faux tie detail...
Frank Usher 1950s Printed Abstract Blue Silk Dress
By Frank Usher, Frank Usher London
Located in London, GB
Classic late 1950s silk wiggle dress from British designer Frank Usher with an abstract blue print on a white background. This dress has lovely details such as a low scoop back, cap...
1950s BATEAU-NECKLINE CREAM LACE FIT AND FLARE DRESS
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1950s cream lace dress is so wonderfully feminine— it reminds me of something Brigitte Bardot would have worn in the 1950s! It is such a chic vintage bridal option, but ...
1950S Mint Blue Beaded Silk Satin "Mermaid" Gown
Located in New York, NY
Dating to the late 1960s or very early 1960s this sea foam colored dress with its sea shell shaped paillettes gives us full mermaid queen of the ocean vibes. In pretty great shape ap...
1980S Black & White Polka Dot Cotton 1950S Style Summer Gown
Located in New York, NY
1980S Black & White Polka Dot Cotton 1950S Style Summer Gown
1950S CEIL CHAPMAN Black Rayon & Nylon Draped Tulle Horse Hair Braid Tea Length
By Ceil Chapman
Located in New York, NY
Some areas of breakage in the horsehair squiggle lace but does not take away from the wearability of this dress. Additionally has a "Julius Garfinckel & Co Wasington" label sewn into...
1990S Olive Green Haute Couture Silk Chiffon 1950S Style Gown Boned & Lined In
Located in New York, NY
1990S Olive Green Haute Couture Silk Chiffon 1950S Style Gown Boned & Lined In
Vintage 1950's Pink Tiered Tulle Formal Dress with Flowers
Located in Sparks, NV
The 1950's at their finest! Light pink tulle formal dress with a tiered sweetheart bust and back bustle.
Early Oleg Cassini Couture Vintage 1950's 50s Black Formal Dress
By Saks Fifth Avenue, Oleg Cassini
Located in Sparks, NV
Extremely rare early Oleg Cassini vintage couture cocktail dress in burnout silk velvet. Hand stitched couture construction and hourglass silhouette. This dress is extremely well mad...
Vintage 1950s 50s Blue + Black Silk Full Sweep Cocktail Formal Party Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning iridescent aqua blue and black jacquard silk vintage cocktail dress from the 1950's. Off-the-shoulder neckline, rear metal zip and hook closure and full sweep. ...
1950s Susan Small Silk Brocade Midnight Blue and French Blue Dress
By Susan Small
Located in London, GB
1950s Susan Small silk formal dress in a beautiful midnight blue and french blue floral print.
1950’s Green Floral Print Silk Dress
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 50’s dress typical of the era, this piece comes in forest green silk with a pretty rose bud/bouquet floral print. The skirt has a layer of netting for extra fullness and...
Minx Modes 1950s Peach Silk Crepe Dress
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous peach 1950's silk crepe dress by Minx Modes is taffeta lined with a deep 'v' crossover bodice which is mirrored on the reverse. It comes with its original cream chiffon...
Vintage 1950s Dusty Pink Prom Style Dress
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning 1950s in a soft dusty pink. The fabric is a ribbed, structured silk that helps to shape the dress. The skirt is densely gathered around the waist so the skirt has...
1950s Victor Josselyn Silk Floral Rose Spray Print Dress
Located in London, GB
Late 1950s to early 1960s piece by designer Victor Josselyn who used premium fabrics and production values to produce fashionable clothing for high end department stores in Great Bri...
Leslie Fay 1950s Silk Navy and Cream Circle Print Dress With Belt
Located in London, GB
This superb Leslie Fay 1950s silk circle print dress is in pristine condition and would make an excellent choice for formal occasion wear.
Vintage 1950s Lemon Pale Yellow Demi Couture Strapless Silk 50s Bubble Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1950s light canary yellow silk chiffon demi couture strapless cocktail bubble dress! So much detail is featured on this gem! Flattering tailored pleated boned bodice with an...
1950s Vintage Couture Silk Satin + Creamy Silk Chiffon Formal Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning couture formal dress in the most gorgeous silk chiffon we have ever seen. The silk is paper thin and so soft and creamy. Full sweep with yards and yards of silk fabric. Bodi...
1950s Vintage Tiered Tulle Formal Barbie Pink Cupcake Prom Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Very 1950s tulle formal dress with a poofy tiered skirt and halter neckline.
1950s Vintage Couture Silk Satin + Creamy Silk Chiffon Formal Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning couture formal dress in the most gorgeous silk chiffon we have ever seen. The silk is paper thin and so soft and creamy. Full sweep with yards and yards of silk fabric. Bodi...
Vintage 1950s 50s Blue Gray Embroidered Tulle Party Formal Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous 1950s party dress in stormy blue gray. All over embroidery with a tulle overlay and taffeta body. 3/4 length sleeves, scoop neck and full circle sweep. *Please note that ...
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, ruched bodice and extraordinary bubble hem.
Vintage 1950s 50s Strapless Gold Silk Beaded Formal Gown Dress by Kay Selig
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage gold silk gown from the 1950's by Kay Selig. The strapless bodice is hand-embroidered with floral appliques and pearl beading.
Vintage 1950s 50s Silk Satin Ivory Full Sweep Wedding or Party Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Beautiful and elegant 1950s heavy silk satin formal dress that would make the perfect vintage wedding dress!
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Size: 0 - 10 depending on desired fit
1950's Malcolm Starr Pink Button-Up Collared Dress with Rhinestone Buttons
By Malcolm Starr
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1950’s Malcolm Starr pink full length button-up collared dress with oversized silver rhinestone buttons. Large collar, sleeveless gown.
Vintage 1950's Jacques Heim Haute Couture Pink & White Lace One-Shoulder Dress
By Jacques Heim
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ethereal light-pink and white sculpted party dress by a great French couturier, Jacques Heim. The entire garment is fashioned from the highest quality floral pattern chantilly-lace. ...
Christian Dior London Vintage 1950s Blue Wool Dress Williams & Hopkins UK 10
By Christian Dior
Located in Portsmouth, Hampshire
Christian Dior vintage blue wool dress, with inner button section, covered by another outer section. Has Williams & Hopkins label and Christian Dior London label. Size UK 10, measur...
Sequin Knit Gown 1950s
Located in Phoenix, AZ
An vintage classic of the now infamous 1950s knit gowns made famous by such icons as Marilyn Monroe etc! A fantastic sunshine yellow wool knit version completely covered in aurora ye...
Beaded Sequin Knit Gown 1950s
Located in Phoenix, AZ
An vintage classic of the now infamous 1950s knit gowns made famous by such icons as Marilyn Monroe etc! A fantastic pink wool knit version completely covered in aurora translucent p...
Rosalie MaCrini 1950's red satin formal vintage dress
Located in Portland, OR
This beautiful red satin ballgown is by designer Rosalie MaCrini and it came from an estate of vintage clothing that included many of the most important American higher end mid centu...
1950's Giuditta Italian Couture Black Silk & Ivory Satin Full-Skirt Formal Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous mid-century formal gown by the nearly impossible to find Italian couturier Giuditta. As you can see, this designer was heavily influenced by Christian Dior and any French ...
1950's Elegant Pink-Roses Embroidered Silk Organza Strapless Party Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
With its vivid pink-roses floral embroidery and flawless "new look" silhouette, this silk-organza party dress has the casual elegance the 1950's were known for. The fabric alone is u...
Vintage 1950's Emma Domb Rose-Garden Floral Cotton & Satin Applique Sequin Gown
By Emma Domb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
With its vivid rose-garden watercolor floral print and flawless "new look" silhouette, this Emma Domb designer gown has the casual elegance the 1950's were known for. The artisanship...
1950s Paris Vintage Dress Pink Satin Jacquard Formal Evening Gown
Located in Portland, OR
When I acquired this gown from an estate of vintage clothing I handled, I was told that this dress was custom made in Paris in the late 1950s by a French couture designer, but unfort...
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Animal Print Vintage 90s Silk Short Sleeve Top
By Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic silk animal print blouse! Features leopard, zebra, cheetah, and tiger prints throughout. Warm colors of brown, ivory, trimmed with black lace....
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
$650
Size: Medium / Large
1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji Black + Nude 90s Sexy Body Con Dress LBD Sz Medium
By Tadashi Shoji
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1990s Tadashi Shoji dress! Black stretch that hugs the body in all the right places! Black, with nude peeks of fabric in between at the bust, which evokes just the right amount ...
$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...
Valentino Shoe D'Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Valentino black satin D'Orsay pump. Peeptoe with signature bold bow. Hidden .25" platform. High stiletto heel. Comes with box. final sale Mightychic offers ...
$500
Size: size 4; comparable to size small
Vera Wang Blush Neoclassical Delphos Column Gown with Trailing Ties – S, 2008
By Vera Wang
Located in Tucson, AZ
A gown so Neoclassical it looks as if it came right off a Greek statue, with floating sash ties that permit endless styling variations. Neither pink nor peach, this gown is a flatter...
$21,000
Size: 42 (FR) Vintage
Givenchy Couture John Galliano F/W 1996 Red Snakeskin Trim Plunge Back Gown
By Givenchy, John Galliano
Located in Chicago, IL
A most rare piece designed by John Galliano for the Givenchy Couture Fall Winter 1996 collection. Same style worn by supermodel Shalom Harlow on the runway. Documented in a fashion a...
$1,850
Size: none; comparable to size XS
Will Steinman New Look Pink Blue Strapless Back Bow Ballerina Dress - XS, 1950s
By Will Steinman
Located in Tucson, AZ
Pure spun-sugar perfection, right down to the cotton candy colors. Visible beneath the silver lattice-embroidered top skirt, the ruffled attached petticoat provides volume enough to ...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas 2011 Navy Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Gown 42
By Emilio Pucci, Peter Dundas
Located in Switzerland, CH
ABSOLUTELY INSANE EMILIO PUCCI MIDNIGHT BLUE CROCHET KNIT CUTOUT GOWN DESIGNED BY PETER DUNDAS SOLD OUT IMMEDIATELY WORN BY TOPMODELS AS CLAUDIA SCHIFFER, MIRANDA KERR AND MANY OT...
$4,925Sale Price|50% Off
Size: 44
Chanel 1983 Sz 44 10 Karl Lagerfeld Bubblegum Pink Boucle Vintage 80s Skirt Suit
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
It doesn’t get any better than this ! Super rare vintage Chanel spring 1983 bubblegum Barbie pink skirt suit ! Tailored jacket features a lighter pink braid trim down the front cent...
Jean Paul Gaultier Transformable Peplum Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
Jean Paul Gaultier Transformable Black Faille Moire Peplum Jacket from the 1990's. Gaultier's Haute Couture training is evident in this fitted "Bar" style peplum jacket with pointed ...
$1,396Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small / Small Medium
1950s Demi Couture Light Blue Cinderella Silk Chiffon Taffeta 3/4 Sleeves Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Have your Cinderella moment in this beautiful 1950s light blue silk chiffon and taffeta evening gown dress ! Features 3/4 sleeves with a tailored bodice and full skirt. Skirt has att...
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...
Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Black Lace Gown
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Sharon, CT
Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel Collection Croisière '84. Black floral motif lace Evening Gown with pink satin sash, fully lined.
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1995 Striped Crosshatch Button Front Men's Dress Shirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1995 Striped Crosshatch Button Front Men's Dress Shirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 1995 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: butto...
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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