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Vintage Circus Clothing

Helga 1980s Pink Circus Print Dress Long Sleeve Flounce Hem
Helga 1980s Pink Circus Print Dress Long Sleeve Flounce Hem

Helga 1980s Pink Circus Print Dress Long Sleeve Flounce Hem

By Helga

Located in San Francisco, CA

Helga bright pink vintage dress with vibrant multi color abstract circus print throughout featuring elephants and circus tents. Flounced hem with pleat detail above. Long sleeve. Bac...

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1980s American Vintage Circus Clothing

Versace Jeans Couture Circus Print Cotton Button-Up Shirt circa 1990s
Versace Jeans Couture Circus Print Cotton Button-Up Shirt circa 1990s

Versace Jeans Couture Circus Print Cotton Button-Up Shirt circa 1990s

By Versace Jeans Couture

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This circa 1990s Versace Jeans Couture Circus Print Cotton Button-Up Shirt exemplifies bold, high-end streetwear from the era. Featuring a vibrant, eye-catching circus-themed print, ...

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Late 20th Century Vintage Circus Clothing

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Geoffrey Beene "Circus" Tiger Jacket
Geoffrey Beene "Circus" Tiger Jacket

Geoffrey Beene "Circus" Tiger Jacket

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Birmingham, AL

Part of Geoffrey Beene’s now highly collectible line of “Circus” jackets… THE RINGMASTER--this collection was recently the subject of a retrospective on the designer at the Phoenix A...

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1980s American Vintage Circus Clothing

Geoffrey Beene Beaded Giraffe "Circus" Jacket
Geoffrey Beene Beaded Giraffe "Circus" Jacket

Geoffrey Beene Beaded Giraffe "Circus" Jacket

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Birmingham, AL

Extremely rare formal evening jacket from Geoffrey Beene's famous "Circus" collection. These items, circa 1980's, only came out of two seasons and have become iconic pieces from Bee...

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1980s American Vintage Circus Clothing

Versace Jeans Vintage Circus Clown Gnome Trousers
Versace Jeans Vintage Circus Clown Gnome Trousers

Versace Jeans Vintage Circus Clown Gnome Trousers

By Versace Jeans Couture

Located in London, GB

Versace Jeans Vintage Circus Clown Gnome Trousers  90s Nostalgia Pattern Design High Waisted Trousers. CONDITION: This item is a vintage/pre-worn piece so some signs of natural we...

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1990s Vintage Circus Clothing

1940s Vintage Hand Painted Circus Performers Sheer Black Open Front Top With Tie
1940s Vintage Hand Painted Circus Performers Sheer Black Open Front Top With Tie

1940s Vintage Hand Painted Circus Performers Sheer Black Open Front Top With Tie

Located in Portland, OR

This is a truly fabulous vintage 1940's sheer black rayon long sleeve open front top with hand painted circus performers. We are always excited to find vintage hand painted clothing ...

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1940s North American Vintage Circus Clothing

Geoffrey Beene Black Metallic Leopard Lace Dress "Circus Collection", Fall 1992
Geoffrey Beene Black Metallic Leopard Lace Dress "Circus Collection", Fall 1992

Geoffrey Beene Black Metallic Leopard Lace Dress "Circus Collection", Fall 1992

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Geoffrey Beene, Runway Fall 1992, "Circus Collection" , black metallic leopard lace evening dress with nude silk chiffon lining, jewel neckline, long fitted sleeves, side black metal...

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1990s American Vintage Circus Clothing

Archival 1989 Gianni Versace Haute Couture Beaded Circus Novelty Gown and Shawl
Archival 1989 Gianni Versace Haute Couture Beaded Circus Novelty Gown and Shawl

Archival 1989 Gianni Versace Haute Couture Beaded Circus Novelty Gown and Shawl

By Versace, Gianni Versace

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An exceptionally stunning, museum quality Gianni Versace hand-beaded gown and matching full-length shawl dating back to his famous 1989 haute couture collection. This one-of-a-kind e...

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1980s Italian Vintage Circus Clothing

Ungaro Circus Pattern Silk Day Dress
Ungaro Circus Pattern Silk Day Dress

Ungaro Circus Pattern Silk Day Dress

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in New York, NY

Ungaro, red, silk, circus pattern, peasant style day dress having ruffle detail at the neck, hem and cuffs.

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1980s Vintage Circus Clothing

50s Whimsical Circus Theme Summer Blouse
50s Whimsical Circus Theme Summer Blouse

50s Whimsical Circus Theme Summer Blouse

Located in Gresham, OR

"Glamour Shirt" by Malbe! This is a wonderfully whimsical cotton pinstripe blouse with three circus themed appliques: Clown, Keystone cop, rider on zebra. This item is never worn,...

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1950s American Vintage Circus Clothing

1980s Complice French Circus Collage Print Lightweight Wool Jacket
1980s Complice French Circus Collage Print Lightweight Wool Jacket

1980s Complice French Circus Collage Print Lightweight Wool Jacket

By Complice

Located in Gresham, OR

A 1980s Complice French circus collage print lightweight wool jacket with buttons on sleeve and front. Boxy "boyfriend" cut. Silk lined.

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1980s Italian Vintage Circus Clothing

Vintage Complice Circus Pink Romper & Skirt Ensemble with Flower Detail 1992
Vintage Complice Circus Pink Romper & Skirt Ensemble with Flower Detail 1992

Vintage Complice Circus Pink Romper & Skirt Ensemble with Flower Detail 1992

By Complice

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Complice pink chiffon skirt and magenta bodysuit shorts ensemble. The chiffon three-tier skirt features hook and eye closure at the side, an attached belt that ties into a bo...

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1990s Italian Vintage Circus Clothing

Malcom Starr Circus Themed Hostess Skirt
Malcom Starr Circus Themed Hostess Skirt

Malcom Starr Circus Themed Hostess Skirt

By Malcolm Starr

Located in New York, NY

Malcom Starr Iconic, Collectible Circus Themed Hostess Skirt from the 1970's. Wonderful, quirky design with a simple full dirndl shape with applied cell bars with 3 large cats (lion,...

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1970s American Vintage Circus Clothing

1970's Malcolm Starr Circus Skit
1970's Malcolm Starr Circus Skit

1970's Malcolm Starr Circus Skit

By Malcolm Starr

Located in Water Mill, NY

A whimsical, detailed skirt from Malcolm Starr in a light weight wool. It is circus themed with felt cut-out appliques representing the bars of the animal cages and the animals them...

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1970s American Vintage Circus Clothing

Rare Vintage Louis Feraud ' Matador ' Cropped Sequined Circus Jacket Bolero
Rare Vintage Louis Feraud ' Matador ' Cropped Sequined Circus Jacket Bolero

Rare Vintage Louis Feraud ' Matador ' Cropped Sequined Circus Jacket Bolero

By Louis Feraud

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare and insanely chic vintage LOUIS FERAUD cropped matador style jacket! Super soft silk and velvet composition, with intricate embroiderery, sequins and beads throughout. Asymmetri...

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1980s German Vintage Circus Clothing

Vintage Moschino 'Fabulous Circus' Vest Crazy Pattern Tank Top Vest Tee
Vintage Moschino 'Fabulous Circus' Vest Crazy Pattern Tank Top Vest Tee

Vintage Moschino 'Fabulous Circus' Vest Crazy Pattern Tank Top Vest Tee

By Moschino

Located in Sheffield, GB

Super Funky Vintage Moschino sleeveless Tank top featuring an advertisement for 'The Fabulous Moschino Show' Circus. Features: Sequin and tulle ribbon trimmed edges Vibrant Colourf...

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20th Century Italian Vintage Circus Clothing

Emanuel Ungaro Paris Crimson Silk Circus Print Dress Size 6  c 1980
Emanuel Ungaro Paris Crimson Silk Circus Print Dress Size 6  c 1980

Emanuel Ungaro Paris Crimson Silk Circus Print Dress Size 6 c 1980

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in University City, MO

Emanuel Ungaro Paris Crimson silk circus print dress US Size 6 The unique dress is illustrated with a whimsical circus print; clowns, flying women, mimes & musicians set against a ...

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1980s Italian Vintage Circus Clothing

Iconic 1970s Malcolm Starr Attributed Vintage Circus Dress in Unworn Condition
Iconic 1970s Malcolm Starr Attributed Vintage Circus Dress in Unworn Condition

Iconic 1970s Malcolm Starr Attributed Vintage Circus Dress in Unworn Condition

By Rizkallah, Malcolm Starr

Located in Sparks, NV

Extremely rare and iconic dress attributed to Malcolm Starr from the 1970s. Whimsical circus design featuring two black panthers with rhinestone eyes that are sewn on in wool felt. O...

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1970s American Vintage Circus Clothing

Versace Jeans Couture Circus-Themed Jeans
Versace Jeans Couture Circus-Themed Jeans

Versace Jeans Couture Circus-Themed Jeans

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Circus-themed jeans from Versace are made of varying shades of lightweight blue denim. Two front pockets. Back patch pockets. Belt loops. Gold-toned Medusa button. Zip front. U...

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Late 20th Century Vintage Circus Clothing

Andrea Pfister Appliquéd  Leather Circus Themed Jacket
Andrea Pfister Appliquéd  Leather Circus Themed Jacket

Andrea Pfister Appliquéd Leather Circus Themed Jacket

By Andrea Pfister

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Whimsical over-sized tomato red leather jacket with metallic circus themed appliqués. Appliqués are done in an array of colored and textured leathers including metallics, reptile ski...

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1980s Italian Vintage Circus Clothing

Malcolm Starr Circus Theme Ensemble
Malcolm Starr Circus Theme Ensemble

Malcolm Starr Circus Theme Ensemble

By Malcolm Starr

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Malcolm Starr fun suit with circus theme wool felt applique bonded skirt. The high waisted, floor length skirt has gold cording metallic trim throughout with felt waist band with gat...

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1970s American Vintage Circus Clothing

Vintage 1940's Metallic Gold Lamé Flame Rhinestone Mesh Showgirl Circus Costume
Vintage 1940's Metallic Gold Lamé Flame Rhinestone Mesh Showgirl Circus Costume

Vintage 1940's Metallic Gold Lamé Flame Rhinestone Mesh Showgirl Circus Costume

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A truly unique and ultra seductive metallic gold lamé fire-flame showgirl circus dance costume dating back to the mid 1940's. This sensational showstopper is beautifully constructed ...

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1940s American Vintage Circus Clothing

Vintage Diane Freis Silk Circus Novelty Print Skirt
Vintage Diane Freis Silk Circus Novelty Print Skirt

Vintage Diane Freis Silk Circus Novelty Print Skirt

By Diane Freis

Located in Portland, OR

This is a fun vintage Diane Freis novelty circus print silk skirt with the Freis signature elastic waistband that fits a range of sizes. The skirt is a white jacquard tonal print fea...

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1980s Hong Kong Vintage Circus Clothing

Tina Leser Vintage Blouse Hand Painted Circus Rare 1940s Museum Worthy Signed
Tina Leser Vintage Blouse Hand Painted Circus Rare 1940s Museum Worthy Signed

Tina Leser Vintage Blouse Hand Painted Circus Rare 1940s Museum Worthy Signed

By Tina Leser

Located in Portland, OR

BUST: 36" LENGTH from nape of neck: 23" SHOULDERS from seam to seam across the back: 16" SLEEVES from shoulder seams: 26" This is one of my favorite things! This is a very ra...

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1940s American Vintage Circus Clothing

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By Moschino

Located in Concord, NC

Super fun and whimsical rare 1988 Moschino red and off-white polka dot strapless silk dress embroidered with playful cartoon patches all over the entire dress. An iconic piece of Fra...

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1980s Italian Vintage Circus Clothing

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1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress

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...

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1960s French Vintage Circus Clothing

1985 AZZEDINE ALAIA black long sleeve RUNWAY dress with pointelle knit accents
1985 AZZEDINE ALAIA black long sleeve RUNWAY dress with pointelle knit accents

1985 AZZEDINE ALAIA black long sleeve RUNWAY dress with pointelle knit accents

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Azzedine Alaïa, 1985 A rare black long sleeve gown from Azzedine Alaïa’s 1985 collection, made in his signature stretch knit. The long, body-skimming silhouette is defined with poin...

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1980s Italian Vintage Circus Clothing

Pink Silk Dress Hand Beaded "Gatsby" Flapper Dress 1920s
Pink Silk Dress Hand Beaded "Gatsby" Flapper Dress 1920s

Pink Silk Dress Hand Beaded "Gatsby" Flapper Dress 1920s

Located in Wallkill, NY

They are getting harder to find, and even harder to find in wearable condition. This silk pink dream is all hand beaded. Stunning T back. Bugle beading around the neckline and arms. ...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Vintage Circus Clothing

Gorgeous 1950s 50s Lipstick Red Demi Couture Silk Brocade Cocktail Dress
Gorgeous 1950s 50s Lipstick Red Demi Couture Silk Brocade Cocktail Dress

Gorgeous 1950s 50s Lipstick Red Demi Couture Silk Brocade Cocktail Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning 1950s vintage lipstick red DEMI COUTURE silk brocade dress! Floral brocade throughout with a wonderful chiffon overlay skirt. Mostly hand sewn. Full metal zipper up the back...

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1950s Vintage Circus Clothing

Chic 1960s Pale Yellow Embroidered Flower Linen Vintage 60s Sheath Dress
Chic 1960s Pale Yellow Embroidered Flower Linen Vintage 60s Sheath Dress

Chic 1960s Pale Yellow Embroidered Flower Linen Vintage 60s Sheath Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s pale yellow embroidered linen sheath dress ! Features intricate embroidery of flowers and daisies throughout the front and back hem. Fully lined. Hidden metal zipper up th...

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1960s American Vintage Circus Clothing

Arnold Scaasi Vintage Colorful Metallic Lamé Silk Evening Gown Dress, 1980s
Arnold Scaasi Vintage Colorful Metallic Lamé Silk Evening Gown Dress, 1980s

Arnold Scaasi Vintage Colorful Metallic Lamé Silk Evening Gown Dress, 1980s

By Scaasi Boutique, Arnold Scaasi

Located in Sparks, NV

Incredible vintage metallic lame dress by Arnold Scaasi with a high low hemline and open back with chain detail. Petal shaped flap sleeves and tropical-inspired floral printed colorf...

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1970s American Vintage Circus Clothing

Diane von Furstenberg Vintage Black Pink Floral Print Sheer Dress Boho, 1980s
Diane von Furstenberg Vintage Black Pink Floral Print Sheer Dress Boho, 1980s

Diane von Furstenberg Vintage Black Pink Floral Print Sheer Dress Boho, 1980s

By Diane von Furstenberg

Located in San Francisco, CA

Diane von Furstenberg vintage 1980s slightly sheer belted dress in black and pink floral print. Cloth covered buttons to mid-front. Tie at neck. Flutter sleeves. Makes a great swim...

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1980s Unknown Vintage Circus Clothing

Christian Dior Couture Numbered Gown 1970s
Christian Dior Couture Numbered Gown 1970s

Christian Dior Couture Numbered Gown 1970s

By Christian Dior, Mark Bohan

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful blue silk charmeuse numbered couture gown from Christian Dior. The body of the floor length dress is gathered onto the square top stitched enhanced neckline front and bac...

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1970s French Vintage Circus Clothing

1960s Teal Traina XL Size Nautical Navy Blue Red Vintage 60s Wool Wrap Dress
1960s Teal Traina XL Size Nautical Navy Blue Red Vintage 60s Wool Wrap Dress

1960s Teal Traina XL Size Nautical Navy Blue Red Vintage 60s Wool Wrap Dress

By Teal Traina, Traina-Norell

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s TEAL TRAINA larger size navy blue and red nautical 'anchor' belted wool wrap dress! Features a soft navy blue virgin wool with red accents. Red anchor embroidered at the...

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1960s American Vintage Circus Clothing

1970s Holly's Harp China Stencil Buttons Hand Painted Cold Shoulder Silk Dress
1970s Holly's Harp China Stencil Buttons Hand Painted Cold Shoulder Silk Dress

1970s Holly's Harp China Stencil Buttons Hand Painted Cold Shoulder Silk Dress

By Holly Harp

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare 70s HOLLY'S HARP purple hand painted boho cold shoulder dress ! Features a beautiful medium shade of purple. Hand painted tress, leaves and rainbows throughout. Vibrant colors o...

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1970s American Vintage Circus Clothing

Vintage Adele Simpson I Magnin 1980s Size 10 Lipstick Red Linen Rayon 90s Dress
Vintage Adele Simpson I Magnin 1980s Size 10 Lipstick Red Linen Rayon 90s Dress

Vintage Adele Simpson I Magnin 1980s Size 10 Lipstick Red Linen Rayon 90s Dress

By Adele Simpson

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic vintage 80s ADELE SIMPSON for I. MAGNIN lipstick red Linen (22%) and Rayon (78%) puff sleeve dress! Size 10, with a little leadway to fit a 12 as well. Red and gold buttons up t...

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1980s Hong Kong Vintage Circus Clothing

Maxi Dress Evelyn Byrnes Floral Orange & Red 1970s Bergdorf Goodman
Maxi Dress Evelyn Byrnes Floral Orange & Red 1970s Bergdorf Goodman

Maxi Dress Evelyn Byrnes Floral Orange & Red 1970s Bergdorf Goodman

Located in Wallkill, NY

Such a fun Maxi Dress. Inverted pleats on each side. It even has Pockets!! Bra clips. Very nice detailing on this! This dress is impeccably made! Zips down the back. Measures 33 (Bus...

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1970s Vintage Circus Clothing

1970s Leonard Poly Jersey Abstract Print Floral Dress
1970s Leonard Poly Jersey Abstract Print Floral Dress

1970s Leonard Poly Jersey Abstract Print Floral Dress

By Leonard

Located in London, GB

This striking 1970s dress in navy, orange, red, green and white boasts a classic Leonard style abstract floral print in poly jersey fabric. The dress is knee length with elbow length...

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1970s French Vintage Circus Clothing

Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002
Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002

Christian Dior by John Galliano Embroidered Silk Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2002

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

This Christian Dior by John Galliano coat from the Fall-Winter 2002 collection is crafted from cream silk jacquard featuring an elaborate woven pattern of floral and ornamental motif...

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Early 2000s French Vintage Circus Clothing

1980s Richilene Black + Pink Flower Print Flounce Sleeves Vintage 80s Midi Dress
1980s Richilene Black + Pink Flower Print Flounce Sleeves Vintage 80s Midi Dress

1980s Richilene Black + Pink Flower Print Flounce Sleeves Vintage 80s Midi Dress

By Richilene, Richilene NY

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful mid 80s RICHILENE black, pink and green mini flower print cotton and silk chiffon midi dress ! Features a tailored bodice with a forgiving skirt. Hidden zipper up the back ...

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1980s American Vintage Circus Clothing

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Vintage Circus Clothing For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of vintage circus clothing you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of vintage circus clothing may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of vintage circus clothing — no matter the origin — is easy, but Geoffrey Beene, Complice, Emanuel Ungaro, Malcolm Starr and Andrea Pfister each produced popular versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Vintage Circus Clothing?

The average selling price for a piece of vintage circus clothing we offer is $998, while they’re typically $245 on the low end and $50,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

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