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Vintage Designer Day Dresses

1970s John Charles Floral Dress
1970s John Charles Floral Dress

1970s John Charles Floral Dress

Located in London, GB

John Charles London label. Marked size 12 Vintage designer day dresses sourced by Stelios Hawa with the objective to bridge the gap between popular designers, Couture and clothing t...

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20th Century Day Dresses

1980s Alaïa Crochet Fitted Dress
1980s Alaïa Crochet Fitted Dress

1980s Alaïa Crochet Fitted Dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in London, GB

This item carries the Alaïa authenticity label. Vintage designer day dresses sourced by Stelios Hawa with the objective to bridge the gap between popular designers, Couture and clot...

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20th Century Day Dresses

1960's Dove Grey Wool Shift Dress
1960's Dove Grey Wool Shift Dress

1960's Dove Grey Wool Shift Dress

Located in London, GB

Welt pockets. Button detail Vintage designer day dresses sourced by Stelios Hawa with the objective to bridge the gap between popular designers, Couture and clothing that holds a re...

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20th Century Day Dresses

Simpson Piccadilly Folk Dress
Simpson Piccadilly Folk Dress

Simpson Piccadilly Folk Dress

Located in London, GB

Simpsons of Piccadilly label. 14 Marked Size Vintage designer day dresses sourced by Stelios Hawa with the objective to bridge the gap between popular designers, Couture and clothin...

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20th Century Day Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2004 Floral Tulle Ruched Dress
Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2004 Floral Tulle Ruched Dress

Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2004 Floral Tulle Ruched Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

Marked size 40. Cotton blend tulle Vintage designer day dresses sourced by Stelios Hawa with the objective to bridge the gap between popular designers, Couture and clothing that hol...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

1960s Orange Dress With Complimenting Beadwork Detail
1960s Orange Dress With Complimenting Beadwork Detail

1960s Orange Dress With Complimenting Beadwork Detail

Located in London, GB

Beadwork . Excellent vintage condition Vintage designer day dresses sourced by Stelios Hawa with the objective to bridge the gap between popular designers, Couture and clothing that...

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20th Century Day Dresses

Iconic 1970’s Courreges Couture Future Orange Wool Mixture Dress
Iconic 1970’s Courreges Couture Future Orange Wool Mixture Dress

Iconic 1970’s Courreges Couture Future Orange Wool Mixture Dress

By André Courrèges, Courrèges

Located in London, GB

Courreges Paris couture future label. Excellent vintage condition. Original Belt. 0 Marked size Vintage designer day dresses sourced by Stelios Hawa with the objective to bridge ...

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20th Century Day Dresses

Vintage Moroccan Brocade Designer Caftan Maxi Dress Gown Kaftan Size L
Vintage Moroccan Brocade Designer Caftan Maxi Dress Gown Kaftan Size L

Vintage Moroccan Brocade Designer Caftan Maxi Dress Gown Kaftan Size L

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Elegant exotic Moroccan brocade caftan vintage maxi dress gown, circa 1970s. This long maxi dress kaftan is embellished entirely by hand. One of a kind evening Moroccan Middle Easte...

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20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

Chic 1960s Designer Size 4 Autumnal Flower Print Vintage 60s Silk Dress
Chic 1960s Designer Size 4 Autumnal Flower Print Vintage 60s Silk Dress

Chic 1960s Designer Size 4 Autumnal Flower Print Vintage 60s Silk Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s vintage designer silk dress ! Features an ivory background that resembles wood grain. Autumnal colored tones in brown, camel, burnt orange, grey and black throughout. Hidd...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage I. Magnin Navy Blue + White Crochet Nautical Striped Maxi Designer Dress
Vintage I. Magnin Navy Blue + White Crochet Nautical Striped Maxi Designer Dress

Vintage I. Magnin Navy Blue + White Crochet Nautical Striped Maxi Designer Dress

By I. Magnin

Located in San Diego, CA

Adorable late 1960s / early 1970s I. Magnin crochet maxi dress! Navy blue and white/ivory crochet, which is fully lined. Striped skirt, with slits at both sides of the hem. Great fit...

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

1990s 90s Faux Fur Designer Black Shift Dress w/ Chains and Beads Made in Italy
1990s 90s Faux Fur Designer Black Shift Dress w/ Chains and Beads Made in Italy

1990s 90s Faux Fur Designer Black Shift Dress w/ Chains and Beads Made in Italy

Located in San Diego, CA

Fantastic vintage 90s faux fur designer dress! Made in Italy, this beautiful dress consists of all-over faux fur, with beads mingled with silver chains at bust.

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Designer Vintage 1980s Watercolor Flower Print Strapless Ruched Tiered Dress
Designer Vintage 1980s Watercolor Flower Print Strapless Ruched Tiered Dress

Designer Vintage 1980s Watercolor Flower Print Strapless Ruched Tiered Dress

By Karen Lucas

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 80s strapless cotton watercolor floral printed ruched dress! This dress is so flattering, it is insane! Ruching up the bodice is super slimming! Beautiful print, with vivid c...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

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Vintage Rudi Gernreich 1970s Op Art Maxi Dress
Vintage Rudi Gernreich 1970s Op Art Maxi Dress

Vintage Rudi Gernreich 1970s Op Art Maxi Dress

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Vintage Rudi Gernreich 1970s Op Art Maxi Dress

By Rudi Gernreich

Located in New York, NY

Iconic vintage 70s maxi dress from designer Rudi Gernreich. Made of stretch wool. Op-art check print of varying sizes in red and a deep dark blue that is almost black. Fitted bodice ...

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1970s American Day Dresses

Vintage 1970's Courreges Pink Silk Halter Dress and Scarf
Vintage 1970's Courreges Pink Silk Halter Dress and Scarf

Vintage 1970's Courreges Pink Silk Halter Dress and Scarf

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 1970's Courreges Pink Silk Halter Dress and Scarf Shades of pink print sheer silk vintage dress and scarf set. Dress has halter style bodice with pintuck pleated detail at n...

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1970s French Day Dresses

Circa 2008 Christian Dior Citrus Green Fine Silk Chiffon Plissé Dress
Circa 2008 Christian Dior Citrus Green Fine Silk Chiffon Plissé Dress

Circa 2008 Christian Dior Citrus Green Fine Silk Chiffon Plissé Dress

By Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

This item carries the Christian Dior authenticity label. Vintage designer day dresses sourced by Stelios Hawa with the objective to bridge the gap between popular designers, Couture...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Rare Geoffrey Beene Vintage Designer Maxi Dress C1970s
Rare Geoffrey Beene Vintage Designer Maxi Dress C1970s

Rare Geoffrey Beene Vintage Designer Maxi Dress C1970s

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Montreal, QC

Vintage 1970s Geoffrey Beene full length Designer Dress The beautiful notched collar adds the perfect touch! Beautifully crafted with overall black and cream Foliate designs gracing ...

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Prada Crochet Dress SS 2006
Prada Crochet Dress SS 2006

Prada Crochet Dress SS 2006

By Prada

Located in London, GB

From the SS 2006 collection. Vintage designer day dresses sourced by Stelios Hawa with the objective to bridge the gap between popular designers, Couture and clothing that holds ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Biba 1970s Puff Sleeved Dress
Biba 1970s Puff Sleeved Dress

Biba 1970s Puff Sleeved Dress

By Biba

Located in London, GB

This item carries the Biba authenticity label. Vintage designer day dresses sourced by Stelios Hawa with the objective to bridge the gap between popular designers, Couture and cloth...

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20th Century Day Dresses

Alaïa Zipper Dress 1986
Alaïa Zipper Dress 1986

Alaïa Zipper Dress 1986

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in London, GB

ALAÏA label. 100% Wool Vintage designer day dresses sourced by Stelios Hawa with the objective to bridge the gap between popular designers, Couture and clothing that holds a relevan...

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20th Century Day Dresses

Louis Vuitton Belted Pinstriped Dress
Louis Vuitton Belted Pinstriped Dress

Louis Vuitton Belted Pinstriped Dress

By Louis Vuitton

Located in London, GB

This item carries the Louis Vuitton authenticity label. Vintage designer day dresses sourced by Stelios Hawa with the objective to bridge the gap between popular designers, Couture ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Rare 1970s ' Dear ' Designer Colorful Abstract Geometric Op - Art 70s Maxi Dress
Rare 1970s ' Dear ' Designer Colorful Abstract Geometric Op - Art 70s Maxi Dress

Rare 1970s ' Dear ' Designer Colorful Abstract Geometric Op - Art 70s Maxi Dress

By DEAR

Located in San Diego, CA

AMAZING and super rare vintage 70s DEAR dress! I have only had the privilege of owning one dress from this label before. I was super excited about that dress, BUT this dress takes th...

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Vuokko Suomi Finland Vintage Dress by Marimekko Designer Vuokko Nurmesniemi
Vuokko Suomi Finland Vintage Dress by Marimekko Designer Vuokko Nurmesniemi

Vuokko Suomi Finland Vintage Dress by Marimekko Designer Vuokko Nurmesniemi

Located in Portland, OR

Vuokko Eskolin-Nurmesniemi designed this adorable striped vintage dress. Vuokko was one of the two original designers for Marimekko. Nurmesniemi designed the popular Jokapoika shirt...

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1970s Finnish Informal Dresses

Vintage Pinafore Style Japanese Designer Jumper Dress in Purple Blue Denim
Vintage Pinafore Style Japanese Designer Jumper Dress in Purple Blue Denim

Vintage Pinafore Style Japanese Designer Jumper Dress in Purple Blue Denim

Located in Portland, OR

We acquired this vintage 1980's dress when we bought the entire estate of a woman who had a huge collection of vintage Issey Miyake, Comme des Garcons and Yohji Yamamoto. She told u...

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1980s Japanese Informal Dresses

LANVIN Couture Dress #058504
LANVIN Couture Dress #058504

LANVIN Couture Dress #058504

By Lanvin Paris

Located in New York, NY

LANVIN floral dress in various shades of green. Numbered # 058504. Open sides and winged sleeves. Very beautiful silhouette. Silk. Lined. Excellent condition. STORE LOCATION: D...

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1980s French Day Dresses

CHANEL Silk Abstract Print Dress
CHANEL Silk Abstract Print Dress

CHANEL Silk Abstract Print Dress

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

CHANEL Silk Abstract Print Dress from the iconic Martha Boutique. Lion Head Buttons and gorgeous abstract pattern of blues, pinks, black and purples. Excellent condition. Dates to t...

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1970s French Day Dresses

DONALD BROOKS Cropped Embroidered Ensemble/ Dress
DONALD BROOKS Cropped Embroidered Ensemble/ Dress

DONALD BROOKS Cropped Embroidered Ensemble/ Dress

By Donald Brooks

Located in New York, NY

Donald Brooks cropped floral and zigzag embroidered ensemble/ dress. Two pieces. Gorgeous detailing throughout. Mint Condition. Two decorative bows on top and skirt. Crop top zips a...

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1970s American Day Dresses

1960's GEOFFREY BEENE Mod Tuxedo Dress
1960's GEOFFREY BEENE Mod Tuxedo Dress

1960's GEOFFREY BEENE Mod Tuxedo Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Early mod tuxedo dress by Geoffrey Beene. Black and cream wool with six buttons on front. Side pockets. A great collectors item. Excellent condition. DEVORADO designer vintage 43...

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1960s American Day Dresses

EMILIO PUCCI Dress
EMILIO PUCCI Dress

EMILIO PUCCI Dress

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EMILIO PUCCI Dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in New York, NY

1960's Pucci abstract dress. Gorgeous pattern. Zips down the front. Thigh length. Long sleeved. Buttons at sleeve. Excellent condition. STORE LOCATION: DEVORADO designer vintag...

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20th Century Italian Casual Dresses

EMILIO PUCCI Blue Dress & Swimsuit Set
EMILIO PUCCI Blue Dress & Swimsuit Set

EMILIO PUCCI Blue Dress & Swimsuit Set

By Emilio Pucci

Located in New York, NY

1960's PUCCI dress and swimsuit. 3-piece set. Buttons down the front. Ties at waist. very good condition. STORE LOCATION: DEVORADO designer vintage 436 E.9th St NYC, NY 10009

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1960s Italian Casual Dresses

Ionic YVES SAINT LAURENT VELVET ENSEMBLE-Dead Stock
Ionic YVES SAINT LAURENT VELVET ENSEMBLE-Dead Stock

Ionic YVES SAINT LAURENT VELVET ENSEMBLE-Dead Stock

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Iconic YVES SAINT LAURENT VELVET ENSEMBLE from the late 1960's-early 1970's. In mint condition. Supple chocolate velvet with Victorian inspired collar and cuffs. Boutique Locatio...

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1960s French Day Dresses

1970s Charles Jourdan Designer Vintage Silk Dress France Multi Color Polka Dots
1970s Charles Jourdan Designer Vintage Silk Dress France Multi Color Polka Dots

1970s Charles Jourdan Designer Vintage Silk Dress France Multi Color Polka Dots

By Charles Jourdan

Located in Portland, OR

This lovely vintage dress was purchased by a woman who bought many important Parisian designer pieces from the 1950's through the early 1980's.

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1970s French Day Dresses

1960s Vintage Dress Designer Donald Brooks I Magnin Linen
1960s Vintage Dress Designer Donald Brooks I Magnin Linen

1960s Vintage Dress Designer Donald Brooks I Magnin Linen

By Donald Brooks

Located in Portland, OR

A rare vintage 1960's linen two toned sleeveless dress in mint condition from designer Donald Brooks. This classic vintage dress has a black bodice and taupe linen skirt with origina...

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1960s American Casual Dresses

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

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By Badgley Mischka

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By Carolina Herrera

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Toronto, Ontario

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By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Berlin, BE

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By Dolce & Gabbana

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Vintage Designer Day Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage designer day dresses for sale on 1stDibs. Our collection of vintage designer day dresses includes a variety of colors, spanning black, gray, brown and more. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 19th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Vintage designer day dresses such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Comme des Garçons, Ossie Clark and Emilio Pucci are consistently popular. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

How Much are Vintage Designer Day Dresses?

On average, vintage designer day dresses on 1stDibs sell for $785, while they’re typically $39 on the low end and $37,500 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Day-dresses for You

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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