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Platinum Diamond Dress Clip
Platinum Diamond Dress Clip

Platinum Diamond Dress Clip

Located in New York, NY

Platinum dress clip with baguette and round-cut diamonds of 2 carats Measurements: width 1.4 cm

Category

1940s Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Swag Double Dress Clip 1940s
Vintage Swag Double Dress Clip 1940s

Vintage Swag Double Dress Clip 1940s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A Vintage swag double dress clip from the 1940s. Wear as a brooch or as a pair of dress clips. An

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1940s Vintage Dress Clips

Elaborate French Crystal Dress Clip
Elaborate French Crystal Dress Clip

Elaborate French Crystal Dress Clip

Located in New York, NY

Intricate Swarovski crystal dress clip of baguettes, round and pear shaped stones. French

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1950s French Vintage Dress Clips

Eisenberg Oval Crystal Dress Clip
Eisenberg Oval Crystal Dress Clip

Eisenberg Oval Crystal Dress Clip

By Eisenberg Originals

Located in New York, NY

Sparkling Eisenberg Oval Crystal Dress Clip from the 1940's. These large crystals are the

Category

1940s American Art Deco Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Base Metal

Vintage Art Deco Leaf Double Dress Clip 1940s
Vintage Art Deco Leaf Double Dress Clip 1940s

Vintage Art Deco Leaf Double Dress Clip 1940s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A beautiful vintage leaf double dress clip. Wear as a brooch or as a pair of dress clips. An

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1940s Vintage Dress Clips

Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold S Dress Clip
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold S Dress Clip

Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold S Dress Clip

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Tiffany & Co. 14 karat yellow gold dress clip in the form of the letter S. It has a fan like design

Category

1970s Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Coro Duette sapphire double dress clip 1940s
Vintage Coro Duette sapphire double dress clip 1940s

Vintage Coro Duette sapphire double dress clip 1940s

By Coro

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A Vintage Coro Duette sapphire dress clip. A delightful Art Deco inspired design set with

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1940s Vintage Dress Clips

Pair of Retro Period Platinum and Diamond Dress Clips
Pair of Retro Period Platinum and Diamond Dress Clips

Pair of Retro Period Platinum and Diamond Dress Clips

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

This pair of diamond set 'spiral' form dress clips date to the Retro period and are likely

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Signed Coro Art Deco Silver and Marcasite Duette Brooch and Dress Clip, 1940s
Signed Coro Art Deco Silver and Marcasite Duette Brooch and Dress Clip, 1940s

Signed Coro Art Deco Silver and Marcasite Duette Brooch and Dress Clip, 1940s

Located in Tucson, AZ

dress clips. Art Deco brooch featuring a radiating ovoid starburst decorated with minuscule marcasite

Category

1940s American Art Deco Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Marcasite, Base Metal, Silver

1940s Art Deco Hand Carved Wood Dog Head Dress Clips
1940s Art Deco Hand Carved Wood Dog Head Dress Clips

1940s Art Deco Hand Carved Wood Dog Head Dress Clips

Located in University City, MO

1940s Art Deco Hand carved wood dog head dress clips The set of dress clips are designed with a

Category

1940s American Vintage Dress Clips

1940s Sterling Silver Retro Ribbon Form Dress Clip in Rose Gold Wash
1940s Sterling Silver Retro Ribbon Form Dress Clip in Rose Gold Wash

1940s Sterling Silver Retro Ribbon Form Dress Clip in Rose Gold Wash

Located in Milford, DE

This dynamic 1940s dress clip is a beautiful example of Retro-era jewelry design, crafted in

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Trifari Crown Alfred Phillipe Green Crystal Fur / Dress Clip in Gold
Vintage Trifari Crown Alfred Phillipe Green Crystal Fur / Dress Clip in Gold

Vintage Trifari Crown Alfred Phillipe Green Crystal Fur / Dress Clip in Gold

By Trifari

Located in Milford, DE

A Trifari Crown fur/dress clip designed by Alfred Phillipe during his time at Trifari. Features a

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

LB offers a vintage crystal dress clip Czech crystal Vintage crystal necklace
LB offers a vintage crystal dress clip Czech crystal Vintage crystal necklace

LB offers a vintage crystal dress clip Czech crystal Vintage crystal necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a vintage Crystal Dress clip from the 40’s with very large faceted

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 18k Gold 3.24ctw Old Cut Diamond & Emerald Ribbon Dual Dress Clip Brooch
Antique 18k Gold 3.24ctw Old Cut Diamond & Emerald Ribbon Dual Dress Clip Brooch

Antique 18k Gold 3.24ctw Old Cut Diamond & Emerald Ribbon Dual Dress Clip Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

Here we have a gorgeous and very lovely pair of antique ribbon-style dress clips that were crafted

Category

1940s American Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Hemmerle Munich 1970 Geometric Pair of Dress Clips in 18Kt Gold and Platinum
Hemmerle Munich 1970 Geometric Pair of Dress Clips in 18Kt Gold and Platinum

Hemmerle Munich 1970 Geometric Pair of Dress Clips in 18Kt Gold and Platinum

By Hemmerle

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of dress clips designed by Hemmerle. A fantastic and very beautiful vintage dress clips

Category

Late 20th Century German Art Deco Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Crown Trifari 1950s Vivid Double Butterfly Oval Beads Crystals Dress Clip Brooch
Crown Trifari 1950s Vivid Double Butterfly Oval Beads Crystals Dress Clip Brooch

Crown Trifari 1950s Vivid Double Butterfly Oval Beads Crystals Dress Clip Brooch

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Crown Trifari 1950s Vintage Unisex Vivid Double Butterfly Oval Beads Crystals Dress Clip Brooch

Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Gold Plate

Decorative dress clip from the early 1940's, signed EISENBERG ORIGINAL USA
Decorative dress clip from the early 1940's, signed EISENBERG ORIGINAL USA

Decorative dress clip from the early 1940's, signed EISENBERG ORIGINAL USA

By Eisenberg Originals

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Large classic EISENBERG CLIP, from the great American master of stone! His creations compete in

Category

1940s American Modern Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Crystal, Base Metal

French, Convertible 'Double Clip', Diamond Floral Spray Brooch and Ear Clips
French, Convertible 'Double Clip', Diamond Floral Spray Brooch and Ear Clips

French, Convertible 'Double Clip', Diamond Floral Spray Brooch and Ear Clips

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

A very fine and versatile French platinum brooch pin with detachable dress pins and ear-clips. The

Category

Mid-20th Century French Retro Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Hemmerle Munich Clips Earrings Brooches 18kt Yellow Gold with 38.50ctw Citrine
Hemmerle Munich Clips Earrings Brooches 18kt Yellow Gold with 38.50ctw Citrine

Hemmerle Munich Clips Earrings Brooches 18kt Yellow Gold with 38.50ctw Citrine

By Hemmerle

Located in Miami, FL

comfort to be wear as a dress clips or earrings. Hemmerle jewelry pieces are rare and very hard to find

Category

1990s German Modernist Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Jean Lang Green Cotton Floral Dress
1960s Jean Lang Green Cotton Floral Dress

1960s Jean Lang Green Cotton Floral Dress

Located in London, GB

decoration made of padded ribbon that has been folded behind a decorative dress clip made up of green Aurora

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1960s American Vintage Dress Clips

Retro Gilt Shell Clips
Retro Gilt Shell Clips

Retro Gilt Shell Clips

Located in New York, NY

Retro Gilt metal scallop jacket/dress clips designed to be worn in pairs or singly from the 1940s

Category

1940s American Retro Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

Henri a la Pensee Suede and Enamel Clips
Henri a la Pensee Suede and Enamel Clips

Henri a la Pensee Suede and Enamel Clips

Located in New York, NY

Charming Henri a la Pensee Suede and Enamel Dress Clips from the 1950's. Suede backed with enamel

Category

1950s French Art Deco Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

French Tortoise Crystal Clip
French Tortoise Crystal Clip

French Tortoise Crystal Clip

Located in New York, NY

French dress clip with a cascade of faceted tortoise, faux agate and topaz beads with square cut

Category

1950s French Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal

Ruby and Emerald Baguette French Clip Brooch
Ruby and Emerald Baguette French Clip Brooch

Ruby and Emerald Baguette French Clip Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Large scale bombe faux ruby and faux emerald baguette dress clip brooch, 1950s. Baguettes are set

Category

1950s French Art Deco Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Gilt Metal, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze

Platinum 1940's Old Cut, Baguette Fan Style Double Clip Brooch
Platinum 1940's Old Cut, Baguette Fan Style Double Clip Brooch

Platinum 1940's Old Cut, Baguette Fan Style Double Clip Brooch

Located in New York, NY

maker Cartier in 1927, a double clip brooch was a pin-backed mount for two dress clips, so they could be

Category

20th Century American Modern Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Platinum

S/S 1994 Gianni Versace Backless Asymmetric Overall Clip Runway Dress
S/S 1994 Gianni Versace Backless Asymmetric Overall Clip Runway Dress

S/S 1994 Gianni Versace Backless Asymmetric Overall Clip Runway Dress

By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a beautiful backless overall Gianni Versace Couture clip dress designed by Gianni

Category

1990s Italian Vintage Dress Clips

Vintage Ladies Rolex w/ Diamond Sapphire & Emerald in 18K w/ Clips
Vintage Ladies Rolex w/ Diamond Sapphire & Emerald in 18K w/ Clips

Vintage Ladies Rolex w/ Diamond Sapphire & Emerald in 18K w/ Clips

By Rolex

Located in Chevy Chase, MD

pieces next to the head of the watch, are removeable to be worn as either dress clips or ear clips

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Karl Lagerfeld Amour Head Dress Earrings New, Never worn 1990s
Karl Lagerfeld Amour Head Dress Earrings New, Never worn 1990s

Karl Lagerfeld Amour Head Dress Earrings New, Never worn 1990s

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Wallkill, NY

Pair of Karl Largerfeld Gold Tone Head Dress Earrings measuring 1.6 inches top to bottom x 1.1

Category

1990s French Vintage Dress Clips

J.E. Caldwell Platinum Diamond Clip Pins
J.E. Caldwell Platinum Diamond Clip Pins

J.E. Caldwell Platinum Diamond Clip Pins

By J.E. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

brooch or separated into two elegant dress clips. The center emerald cut diamond weighs approximately

Category

20th Century Unknown Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 14k Gold, White Gold

Miriam Haskell Elaborate Baroque Pearl Lariat
Miriam Haskell Elaborate Baroque Pearl Lariat

Miriam Haskell Elaborate Baroque Pearl Lariat

By Miriam Haskell

Located in New York, NY

clips. Circa 1950s. Excellent condition 34" w dress clips findings

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1950s American Vintage Dress Clips

1960's RUDI GERNREICH dress with plunging neckline
1960's RUDI GERNREICH dress with plunging neckline

1960's RUDI GERNREICH dress with plunging neckline

By Rudi Gernreich Design for Harmon Knitwear, Rudi Gernreich

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Deep brown, ankle-length, wool dress with plunging deep V neckline and long sleeves designed by

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1960s American Vintage Dress Clips

1976 YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche purple silk floral RUNWAY dress
1976 YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche purple silk floral RUNWAY dress

1976 YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche purple silk floral RUNWAY dress

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Fransisco, CA

not clipped on the size 2 mannequin . Can be worn on or slightly off the shoulders. Dress slips on

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1970s French Vintage Dress Clips

1972 OSSIE CLARK dress with CELIA BIRTWELL print
1972 OSSIE CLARK dress with CELIA BIRTWELL print

1972 OSSIE CLARK dress with CELIA BIRTWELL print

By Ossie Clark for Radley, Ossie Clark

Located in San Fransisco, CA

24.5" and overall length at center back is 44". Dress was not clipped on the size 2 mannequin. Slips

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1970s British Vintage Dress Clips

1992 AZZEDINE ALAIA green seamed mini dress with full skirt
1992 AZZEDINE ALAIA green seamed mini dress with full skirt

1992 AZZEDINE ALAIA green seamed mini dress with full skirt

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

A deep forest-green dress by Azzedine Alaïa, dating to approximately 1992. Cut close through the

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1990s Italian Vintage Dress Clips

1977 YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche shirred wool floral dress
1977 YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche shirred wool floral dress

1977 YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche shirred wool floral dress

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in San Fransisco, CA

smocked with elastic so it's very stretchy. Dress was not clipped on the size 2 mannequin. Dress slips

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1970s French Vintage Dress Clips

1980's CLAUDE MONTANA black knit dress with fishnet back
1980's CLAUDE MONTANA black knit dress with fishnet back

1980's CLAUDE MONTANA black knit dress with fishnet back

By Claude Montana

Located in San Fransisco, CA

approximately 32" at bust, 26" at waist and 35" in the length. Dress was not clipped on the size 2 (32" bust

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1980s Italian Vintage Dress Clips

1980's DIANE VON FURSTENBERG navy blue abstract printed dress
1980's DIANE VON FURSTENBERG navy blue abstract printed dress

1980's DIANE VON FURSTENBERG navy blue abstract printed dress

By Diane von Furstenberg

Located in San Fransisco, CA

indicated. The dress was not clipped on the size 2 mannequin. Approximate measurements: bust 38", waist 22

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Dress Clips

NEW 1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche cotton gauze dress
NEW 1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche cotton gauze dress

NEW 1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche cotton gauze dress

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Fransisco, CA

-cinched 54", and 46" in length from center back to hem. Dress was not clipped on the size 2 mannequin

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1970s French Vintage Dress Clips

1970's DIANE VON FURSTENBERG red heart printed wrap dress
1970's DIANE VON FURSTENBERG red heart printed wrap dress

1970's DIANE VON FURSTENBERG red heart printed wrap dress

By Diane von Furstenberg

Located in San Fransisco, CA

however this fits much smaller. The dress was not clipped on the size 2 mannequin. Best fits a US 4-6

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1970s Italian Vintage Dress Clips

1970's DIANE VON FURSTENBERG red heart printed wrap dress
1970's DIANE VON FURSTENBERG red heart printed wrap dress

1970's DIANE VON FURSTENBERG red heart printed wrap dress

By Diane von Furstenberg

Located in San Fransisco, CA

size 10 however this fits much smaller. The dress was not clipped on the size 2 mannequin. Best fits a

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1970s Italian Vintage Dress Clips

1978 YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche off the shoulder cotton gauze RUNWAY dress
1978 YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche off the shoulder cotton gauze RUNWAY dress

1978 YVES SAINT LAURENT rive gauche off the shoulder cotton gauze RUNWAY dress

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Fransisco, CA

clipped on the size 2 mannequin. Fabric is smocked with elastic so it is very stretchy. Dress slips on

Category

1970s French Vintage Dress Clips

Vintage Diamond Blossom Convertible Double Clip Brooch
Vintage Diamond Blossom Convertible Double Clip Brooch

Vintage Diamond Blossom Convertible Double Clip Brooch

Located in New York, NY

worn separately. Unlike this version, each separate piece was a dress clip, not a brooch. Certainly

Category

Late 20th Century American Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Chaumet Paris Retro Ruby and Diamond Wide Bracelet with Brooch Clip in 18K Gold
Chaumet Paris Retro Ruby and Diamond Wide Bracelet with Brooch Clip in 18K Gold

Chaumet Paris Retro Ruby and Diamond Wide Bracelet with Brooch Clip in 18K Gold

By Chaumet

Located in Dallas, TX

stylish dress clip brooch. The bracelet bears Chaumet maker marks and French hallmarks and is in excellent

Category

Mid-20th Century French Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

French Vintage Brooch Pin Clip 18k Gold Emerald Estate Jewelry Signed J W
French Vintage Brooch Pin Clip 18k Gold Emerald Estate Jewelry Signed J W

French Vintage Brooch Pin Clip 18k Gold Emerald Estate Jewelry Signed J W

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

be worn as a dress clip or a pendant. This colorful flower pin was created in the 1970s. It is made

Category

1970s French Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1990's JEAN PAUL GAULTIER CLASSIQUE khaki parachute dress
1990's JEAN PAUL GAULTIER CLASSIQUE khaki parachute dress

1990's JEAN PAUL GAULTIER CLASSIQUE khaki parachute dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier Classique, Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in San Fransisco, CA

(unstretched) 24". Best fits a French 38. Photographed on a size 36 and the dress was not clipped. Zips up

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1990s Italian Vintage Dress Clips

1983 AZZEDINE ALAIA turquoise linen dress with cut out back
1983 AZZEDINE ALAIA turquoise linen dress with cut out back

1983 AZZEDINE ALAIA turquoise linen dress with cut out back

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

are as follows: 27" waist and 48" length. Dress was not clipped on the size 2 mannequin. In my

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1980s Italian Vintage Dress Clips

1970's STEPHEN BURROWS black jersey maxi dress with red 'lettuce' edges
1970's STEPHEN BURROWS black jersey maxi dress with red 'lettuce' edges

1970's STEPHEN BURROWS black jersey maxi dress with red 'lettuce' edges

By Stephen Burrows

Located in San Fransisco, CA

however this fits very small and would best suit a US 2-6. Dress was not clipped on the size 2 mannequin

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1970s American Vintage Dress Clips

1990's JEAN PAUL GAULTIER sheer black dress with capelet and bustle back
1990's JEAN PAUL GAULTIER sheer black dress with capelet and bustle back

1990's JEAN PAUL GAULTIER sheer black dress with capelet and bustle back

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in San Fransisco, CA

suited for a French 36 or 38. Dress was not clipped on French size 36 mannequin. Button front closure

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1990s Italian Vintage Dress Clips

Coro c.1942 Queen Bees Enamel and Gold Plated Sterling Vintage Duette Brooch
Coro c.1942 Queen Bees Enamel and Gold Plated Sterling Vintage Duette Brooch

Coro c.1942 Queen Bees Enamel and Gold Plated Sterling Vintage Duette Brooch

By Coro

Located in Skelmersdale, GB

traditional safety catch and the fastening pin is attached to the brooch with a round hinge. The dress clip

Category

1940s American Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

1970's OSSIE CLARK For QUORUM black bias-cut maxi gown with low back
1970's OSSIE CLARK For QUORUM black bias-cut maxi gown with low back

1970's OSSIE CLARK For QUORUM black bias-cut maxi gown with low back

By Ossie Clark

Located in San Fransisco, CA

clipped on a size 2 mannequin. Dress is difficult to measure because it is cut on the bias and the length

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1970s British Vintage Dress Clips

French Vintage Brooch Wild Rose Clip Pin 18k Gold Estate Jewelry
French Vintage Brooch Wild Rose Clip Pin 18k Gold Estate Jewelry

French Vintage Brooch Wild Rose Clip Pin 18k Gold Estate Jewelry

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

dress clip. The design came from 1920s and since then has been appreciated by the jewelry lovers for

Category

1960s French Vintage Dress Clips

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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Vintage Dress Clips For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of vintage dress clips available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 20th Century. Our collection of vintage dress clips includes designs that are universally popular, but Art Deco and Retro styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Eisenberg, Tiffany & Co. and Trifari produced popular versions that are worth a look. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Diamond versions from the 46 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for round cut vintage dress clips and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and brilliant cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of vintage dress clips, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Vintage Dress Clips?

Prices for vintage dress clips start at $93 and top out at $95,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $525.
Questions About Vintage Dress Clips
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A dress clip is a type of pin that typically accents a piece of clothing and can be styled on either the shirt collar of a jacket or the straps of a dress. Dress clips were originally worn in pairs, but today, a dress clip can also be worn as a brooch. Shop a range of vintage dress clips from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To wear a dress cinch clip, neatly gather the fabric of the garment, paying attention to how it drapes across your body, and then secure the material with the clip. You can choose to gather a dress in the front, back or at the side. Find a variety of dress clips on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    To wear vintage clip-on earrings properly, first position them so that the decorative part is in front of your ear and the backing is behind it. Clip-ons feature a variety of backings, but regardless of type, the clips should generally be positioned so that the open part faces the ceiling and the hinge or closed part is near the earlobe. Once you have the earrings in place, secure the clasp. This may involve squeezing a clip or turning a screw or fastener. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Most vintage earrings are clip-ons largely due to how beliefs about piercings have changed over the years. It was only during the 1980s and ’90s that many women began piercing their ears. Prior to that, many women didn't have piercings and could only wear clip-ons, so makers produced earrings to suit their customer base. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a dress is vintage, look at the labels inside. By researching the maker and looking at images of the brand's other designs, you may be able to estimate the age of your dress. The label may even have a date printed on it. Generally, clothing must be at least 20 years old to qualify as vintage. If you need assistance dating your clothing, a knowledgeable expert, such as an appraiser or vintage clothing reseller, can help. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell how old a vintage dress is, use trusted online resources to conduct research. Start by searching for labels that identify the maker. Then, consult online information and images to determine when the brand produced pieces similar to yours. If you run into any problems or would like assistance, consult a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    To be considered vintage, a wedding dress has to be at least 20 years old. Many brides opt for vintage wedding dresses due to their timeless style and unique details. Shop a range of vintage and designer wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.