Vintage Dresses 1940S

Excellent condition, late 1940's CLAIRE McCARDELL, silk, fruits & flowers cocktail dress.

Vintage late 40s early 50s French red print dress. Decorative silver buttons, adorable print, pretty ribbon detail on right shoulder, perfect dress summer to fall.

This is a charming and delightful 1940's vintage, brown crepe sequined dress with short sleeves, a fitted waist line, a straight skirt, a side zipper for closure, an attached hood tr...

This lovely 1940s day dress is in cream cotton fabric with lace details in cream color.

Moschino dusty pink crepe 1940s style dress Be retro glam wearing this vintage dress by Moschino, which has a 1940s vibe.

Lovely 1940’s inspired Valentino cocktail dress is made from a vibrant sapphire blue silk jersey.

This is such a stunning and ethereal Ceil Chapman full-length garden gown dating back to the mid 1940's. Perfect for any upcoming wedding or daytime party; you can't help but feel fe...

Vintage 70's does 40's mini dress. Hawaiian style tropical print. Center back zipper. Ties in back. Excellent condition, some slight fading in the print, blends in and is difficult t...

ABSOLUTELY Gorgeous 1940s dress in a lush red and gold paisley floral print!

1940s gorgeous, lightweight linen party dress from famed American costume designer Adrian features his iconic structural avant-garde pleating.

A perfect blush, this 40s dress is the epitome of sophistication. Fitted throughout the chest and waist and down through the pencil length skirt. The gathered, wide straps at the sho...

Unbelievable handwork -- 1940s navy blue silk ribbon knit unlined knee length dress with short sleeves.

This is a lovely 1940's, short sleeved evening gown with a scooped neckline, side zipper for closure, and a flared skirt in a repeated blue, yellow, and red floral design pattern. T...

A belt in the same creme rayon of the dress cinches the back. The shape of the shoulders are formed by "Frank Wein Sculpture Pads," a 1940's innovation to give a solid look to garmen...

Inspired by her travel to India, Tina Leser brought Americans this fantastic wrap dress in the late 40s/early 50s. The Dress has silver metallic trimming along the bust line as well...

This is a great 1940;s vintage navy midi dress with a colorful rosebud print.

Vintage 1940s black Chantilly lace long evening gown. Petticoat is not included. Black silk taffeta side panels. Back center zipper. Excellent condition, I can find only one tiny bre...

➳ vintage 1940s dress * black, red, pink taffeta * acetate lining * layered bodice * bodice stays * awesome back tail * metal back zipper * by Fred Perlberg condition | e...

This is a lovely, 1940's vintage, pink lace peignoir with five pale blue pearlized buttons for closure in addition to a front zipper for closure which begins at the waist line. The p...

Putty pink crepe dress. Gold leather with beading metallic thread appliquéd around front bodice and back shoulders. Swag around skirt gathered at center front and center rear low bac...

This striking black crepe gown with its square, wide shoulders, fitted defined waist, long narrow skirt with draping details, and large bow at the hip epitomizes the 1940's silhouett...

➳ vintage 1940s dress * black & gold striped taffeta * bodice stays * back tails * metal back zipper * incredible design * by Dorothy O'Hara condition | excellent fits ...

This is a very early 1940's vintage, floral printed lightweight crepe gown with a sweetheart neckline, long sleeves, and a back zipper for closure. The large floral sprays of coral, ...

Elegant gown from Jacques Griffe dates to the late 1940's. It features a ruched bodice that radiates diagonally from the hip. Shoulder swag is attached at the right shoulder, drape...

SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: Vintage matelasse silk dress, with straps, draped on the back skirt. Size IT: 42/44 Size USA: 8/10 Waist: 72 cm Length: 147 cm Bust: 94 cm Returns are not a...

Well Preserved, in Excellent Condition for a 1940s Dress and Extremely Wearable! Modern US Size 2-4 The bodice seam allowance can be let out 3/4 inch The skirt seam allowance ...

Long black dress with trompe l'oeil beading appears as a purse lying across this gorgeous bodice and sleekly atop the left hip. The beading dazzles in glorious hues of green and blue...

This is an early 1940's vintage, cerise red sleeveless gown with a matching bolero jacket which has been embellished with silver metallic lace appliques and rhinestones. The gown has...

➳ vintage 1940s dress * black rayon crepe * nude acetate lining * black floral lace bodice * front bow accent * metal back zipper * by Peggy Hunt condition | excellent ...

This is a dramatically striking and glamorous, 1940's vintage, floor length, black charmeuse gown with a wide cummerbund-type of belt which has been embellished with gold leather app...

Offered for sale is this early 1940's, dramatically stunning black and magenta taffeta striped gown, beautifully constructed to flatter the figure. The gown has a very becoming sweet...

This is a wonderful early 1940's gown with large pink and yellow cabbage roses on a black background, accentuated with black velvet ribbon. The gown has ten buttons at the back for c...

Offered for sale is this exquisitely plain white satin gown with slightly capped sleeves and interesting detailing including modified pleating techniques and the use of yokes. The g...

This vintage early 1940s black velvet gown by Kamore was originally designed to be a hostess gown or luxurious loungewear for the 40's woman who entertained in style.

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black rayon crepe * nude nylon lining * black floral lace accents * detachable belt * illusion bodice * metal back zipper * by Peggy Hunt conditio...

Offered for sale is this superb, 1940's vintage, pink and black flocked ball gown with black silk velvet detailing. The crinoline is a stiff fabric probably made of horsehair and cot...

Offered for sale is this exquisitely designed, 1940's vintage, white charmeuse wedding gown with a long and full train, embellished with ecru embroidered lace insertions and trim....

➳ vintage 1950s dress * red chiffon * acetate lining * gathered bodice * side zipper * by Emma Domb condition | excellent fits like m/l length 61" bodice 17.5" bu...

Featured is a slinky black vintage party dress from the 1980s. The front bodice is lace and completely sewn with flat sequins, ribbon, and braid. This embellishment continues down th...

This fabulous cocktail dress from iconic Hollywood designer Adrian is done in black crepe and features gorgeous pleated taffeta statement sleeves. Measurements-- Bust: 36 inches Wai...

This is an extraordinarily beautiful, 1940's vintage, sienna and black wool knit two piece ensemble extravagantly embellished with black jet beadwork.

This vintage gown is a rare and beautiful piece. It is made from an embroidered fabric with small holes. It does not have any labels but the fabric feels like a kind of rayon. Fits l...

Inspired by 1940s Parisian evening dress during. Designed with panels that elegantly hug the body and add fluid flare to the dress.

Sparkling gowns from the early 1940's era are perennial favorites and this French couture showstopper is breathtaking.

Ethereal late 1940's Saks Fifth Avenue creme goddess gown from the Old Hollywood era of glamour. This stunning silk-chiffon garment has so much couture detail, you can tell it was ma...

A breathtaking and incredibly rare early 1940's full-length gown by French couturier Marcelle Dormoy.

This is a gorgeous and RARE strapless copper taffeta cocktail dress. The bust is soutache, bugle beads and faux pearls with ruche blush modesty panel and boning . It has an interest...

This 70s One shoulder Jersey Dress is absolutely striking with vivid Yellow and Blue color blocking details and a 38 inch slit cut on the left side, The dress embodies a 1940s aesthe...

Bust: 32" Waist: 26" Hip: 35" Length: 60" Love this dress but the measurements do not work? Call us 415-440-1554 or e-mail us ..our seamstress can probably make this yo...

Classic 1940s look. Lightweight black rayon crepe with self tie belt and lace peek a boo back. 3-D sequin floral applique. Simple yet elegant.

Beautiful 1940's black rayon crepe evening dress with lace inserts.

Historically important Grecian goddess gown by the legendary Madame Grès. This lavish yet austere, floor length, one shoulder gown features countless hand-stitched chiffon pleats fr...

Featured is a magnificent black evening gown, entirely covered in black bead work. The elegant silhouette is highlighted with an attached sash, also heavily beaded, which ties over t...

Beautiful velvet Vivienne Westwood Jacket. Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature ...

A true beauty! This 1940s silk velvet dress features so much detail! Lace covered pocket at waist, encrusted with rhinestones. Shawl-like collar, with a matching adjustable belt. Bea...

Brand New Emilio Pucci Gorgeous Blue Suede Wedge Heels Size: 37 Suede Adjustable Ankle Strap Pucci Painted Cork Heel Heels: 5" Platforms: 1" New With Dust Cover

Gorgeous Alexander McQueen fitted dress with beautiful kaleidoscope print featuring hummingbirds, dragonflies and flowers. Gold tones background, beautiful construction. Alexander ...

Dolce & Gabbana c. 2001 Sheer Open Knit Crochet Corset Black Top Size M

Art Deco Pave Crystal Clutch with elaborate pave crystal frame. Crystals are set into mesh to form the body of clutch, lined in satin. 1930's France.

Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished minaudière with sequins, crystals, and beading Photographs more iridescent purple than it actually looks in real life Gold and silver colo...

Absolutely incredible unworn vintage Donald Brooks dress in hand-painted hand-embroidered tulle that just glows with different layered colors. Stunning design and colors! One of the ...

This 1920's filet lace dress was Made in France and it is a very beautiful and wearable dress. It has a square neckline with two small hand embroidered panels at the center front. Th...

Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New Size: 38.5 * Tom Ford Era Final Collection Heels This Collection was Featured at the Metropolitan Museum of Art * Metallic Covered Heel * Double...

Manfred Thierry Mugler distilled the drama of midnight velvet and the intrigue of bare skin into this impossibly rare devoré cocktail dress: a piece that feels less like clothing and...

This long gown by Loris Azzaro, dating from the 1970s, captures the designer’s fascination with Grecian-inspired sensuality and fluid construction. Crafted in France from azure blue ...