Vintage Dresses From 1940
1940'S Black Silk Charmeuse Button Front Couture Detailed Dress From Paris
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Black Silk Charmeuse Button Front Couture Detailed Dress From Paris
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
1940's White Rayon Crepe Old Hollywood Style Draped Dress
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1940's white rayon crepe old Hollywood style dress with draped swag. Loosely gathered across the
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1940s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
Don Loper Black Cocktail Dress, Circa 1940
By Don Loper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage black cocktail dress by Don Loper, from the 1940's. The dress has gathering
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1940s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
A patriotic embroidered dress dating from the Liberation of France Circa 1945
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1945
France
A touching tricolour and patriotic simple dress dating from the Liberation of
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1940s French Vintage Dresses From 1940
$871
Size: French size 36-38
1940S Black, White & Red Silk Organza Sheer Buffalo Check Gown Couture From Par
Located in New York, NY
Haute Couture Quality from Paris no label, many holes & tears but NOT dry rot. Sold as is 1940S Black, White & Red Silk Organza Sheer Buffalo Check Gown Couture From Paris
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
Elizabeth Mason Couture Strapless Dress w/ Bolero Jacket
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. This dress is custom made from a 1940's dress kit/pattern, using a heavier weight tapestry fabric
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1940s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
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 light and color with the most prcious stones.
Dimensions:
Clip height 11 cm -
Cli...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Dresses From 1940
Materials
Crystal, Base Metal
Birks Platinum Art Deco Ladies Diamond and Sapphire Dress Watch from 1940s
By Birks
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Henry Birks & Sons
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Dress Watch
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Dresses From 1940
Hamilton 14 Karat Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Diamond Dress Watch from 1940s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm X Width 14mm
MOVEMENT
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Dresses From 1940
Girl with Bow Dress with Flower in Her Hair from Wallendorf, 1940s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Ceramic sculpture of a girl with a bow dress with flower in her hair of Wallendorf.
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1940s German Art Deco Vintage Dresses From 1940
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Porcelain
"Formal Dress Called <Of The Maghzen>", from "Costumes of Morocco"
Located in Detroit, MI
"Costume du D'Apparat dit du Maghzen" translated to "Formal Dress Called " is plate number 14 in
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
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Paper, Gouache
$1,800
H 19.75 in W 13.75 in
"Townwoman Dressed For Housework" from "Costumes of Morocco", Gouache on Paper
Located in Detroit, MI
"Citadine en Tenue de Ménagère" translated to "Townwoman Dressed For Housework" is plate number 9
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
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Paper, Gouache
$1,800
H 18.75 in W 13.75 in
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
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Dresses From 1940
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Base Metal
Vintage Mens Dove Gray Suede Dress Gloves
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Brooks Brothers Mens Dove Gray Suede Dress Gloves from the 1940's. Size 8.5 Mens buttery
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1940s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
Charming Ivory Slip Dress, 18th Century Courtesan Embroideries
Located in New York, NY
Charming and unusual Ivory Slip Dress with Courtesan Embroideries from the 1940's. Elaborate 18th
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
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kaftan dress made from 1940/50's cotton chenile
Located in New York, NY
kaftan dress made from 1940/50's cotton chenile
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
Morphew Bias Dress Made From 1940's Cotton Handkerchiefs
Located in New York, NY
Morphew Bias Dress Made From 1940's Cotton Handkerchiefs
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
1940'S Black Silk Charmeuse Button Front Couture Detailed Dress From Paris
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Black Silk Charmeuse Button Front Couture Detailed Dress From Paris
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
Morphew Collection Bias Cut Dress Made From 1940'S Floral Handkerchieves + Vic
Located in New York, NY
Morphew Bias Cut 1940'S Floral Handkerchief + Victorian Lace Cotton Dress
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
1940's Yellow and Green Rayon Printed Dress
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Lovely citrus yellow, black and green geometric printed rayon day dress from the 1940's. The V
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1940s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
Cozy Beach Coat Made From 1940's Cotton Chenille
Located in New York, NY
Cozy Beach Coat Made From 1940's Cotton Chenille
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
Vintage 1940's Cream Crepe Sequin + Beaded Formal Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Delicate bias cut vintage dress from the 1940's. Flattering asymmetrical cut with a sequin and
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1940s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
1940's Larger Size Beaded Black Crepe Evening Dress
Located in New Hope, PA
This elegant black crepe dress from the 1940's has a V shaped neckline, short sleeves and a natural
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1940s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
1940’s Haute Couture Madame Gres Black Silk Jersey Dress
By Madame Gres
Located in London, GB
This iconic silk jersey dress by Madame Gres from the 1940’s is draped and heavily pleated with a
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1940s French Vintage Dresses From 1940
Henry Birks & Sons Platinum Art Deco Ladies Diamond Dress Watch from 1940's
By Birks and Son
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Henry Birks & Sons
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Style
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Dresses From 1940
Longines Platinum Hand Made Art Deco Dress Watch from 1945
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Style
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Dresses From 1940
1940S Baby Pink Hand Embroidered Silk Charmeuse Bias Cut Slip Dress From Paris
Located in New York, NY
1940S Baby Pink Hand Embroidered Silk Charmeuse Bias Cut Slip Dress From Paris
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
1940S Cream Hand Embroidered Silk Crepe De Chine Slip Dress Made From Paris
Located in New York, NY
1940S Cream Hand Embroidered Silk Crepe De Chine Slip Dress Made From Paris
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
1940's Beige and Floral Shirtwaist Dress with Belt
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Beige rayon shirtwaist dress from the 1940's. The dress has an all over delicate print of green
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1940s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
Black lace & chiffon dress from the 1940s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Black lace & chiffon dress 1940s...Shear black lace is expertly pieced and finished making this an
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1940s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
Nettie Rosenstein 1940's Black Crepe Evening Dress with Bow Back
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 1940's dress from American designer Nettie Rosenstein in black crepe. Pleating at bust, black
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1940s Unknown Vintage Dresses From 1940
1940s Crepe Paisley Print Dress
Located in London, GB
A rare find, this beautiful paisley print dress from the 1940’s features three gorgeous beaded
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
Vintage 40s Iridescent Olive Silk Taffeta Asymmetric Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning! Deep olive green silk taffeta formal dress from the 1940's by American designer Eleanor
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1940s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
1940s Polished Cotton Floral Print Short Puff Sleeve Maxi Dress
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is a beautiful full length maxi dress from the 1940's. The fabric is a polished cotton which
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
1950's American Western Wear Two Piece Patio Dress
Located in Atlanta, GA
Patio dresses came into fashion from the 1940's through the 1950's and incorporated Native American
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1950s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
Longines Platinum Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch from 1940's
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Longines Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Dress Watch
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Dresses From 1940
Hamilton Ladies Platinum Art Deco Dress Watch from 1940's
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Dress Watch
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Dresses From 1940
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Gold-filled
Elgin 14Kt. Solid Rose Gold Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch from the 1940's
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ Diamonds and Rubies / Gold Filled Bracelet
CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 28mm X Width 14mm
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Dresses From 1940
Rima 14 Karat Solid Gold Art Deco Ladies Dress Watch from, 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rima Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Dress Watch
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt
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1940s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Dresses From 1940
Set of 2 Capodimonte Figurines by Sandro Maggioni, Italy, 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
sculptures, all signed "Sandro Maggioni", highly coveted by collectors, including the 62 models with dresses
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1980s Italian Vintage Dresses From 1940
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Porcelain
1940's Adrian Crepe Dress with Bows
By Adrian
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely bias cut black crepe 1940's dress from renowned American costume designer Adrian. Dress has
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1940s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
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Stunning Vintage Bill Blass Lipstick Red Strapless Silk Mermaid Dress / Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Bill Blass red silk Mermaid dress! Vibrant liptick red color, with intriicate stitching, which produce an unbelievable sexy fit! Super flattering, and utterly jaw dr...
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1980s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
2023 Giambattista Valli Runway Bow Bodice White Dress with Tulle Skirt
By Giambattista Valli
Located in London, GB
This highly romantic gown walked the runway as look 34 of 58 in Giambattista Valli’s Spring 2023 presentation. For this collection, Valli took inspiration from the flower markets, ar...
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2010s Italian Vintage Dresses From 1940
John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...
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Early 2000s French Vintage Dresses From 1940
$12,560
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6/8
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
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1990s Vintage Dresses From 1940
$1,036 Sale Price
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Size: 10
Red Silk Sleeveless Cocktail Dress w Convertible Draped Scarf Back - L, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
An ingenious design, this dress features a draped shoulder-to-shoulder scarf that may be worn in the back, the front, or even on the head for three different and completely captivati...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Dresses From 1940
$550
Size: none; comparable to size L
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...
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Early 2000s French Vintage Dresses From 1940
A French Evening Dress in Artificial silk fibrane - Early 1940s
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940
France
Evening dress in pink purple and yellow gold artificial silk fibrane from the 1940s. Heavy and very fine fabric with an excellent "drop", slightly stretchy and elec...
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1940s French Vintage Dresses From 1940
$1,331
Size: Equivalent French Size 34
Convertible Lime Exploded Gingham Bouffant Party Dress - Small, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A Rockabilly gem with all the polish of a full-skirted party dress AND a playful oversized gingham and floral print. Two dresses in one, the cap sleeves are fully detachable and conv...
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1950s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
$500
Size: none; comparable to size S
A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950
By Christian Dior
Located in Toulon, FR
Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950
Paris France
A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...
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1950s French Vintage Dresses From 1940
$16,940
Size: Equivalent size 36 France
Victorian Cream Cotton & Lace High Swan Neck Blouse With Trim Sleeves Hand-Made
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Cream Cotton & Lace High Swan Neck Blouse With Trim Sleeves Hand-Made Buttons
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Early 1900s Vintage Dresses From 1940
1940s Demi Couture Navy Blue + Pale Pink Short Sleeve 40s Vintage Gown / Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1940s demi couture navy blue and light pink short sleeve crepe gown! Features a gathered sweetheart neckline with pale pink lace above the bust. Pale pink ruffle al...
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1940s Vintage Dresses From 1940
A Polka Dots crepe cocktail dress by Chanel Haute Couture numbered 59644 C. 1975
By Chanel
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970-1980
France
Chanel Haute Couture cocktail dress numbered 59644 dating from the 1970s. Short dress, long sleeves with small puffs, in ivory silk crepe printed with deep red...
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1970s French Vintage Dresses From 1940
$2,662
Size: Equivalent French size 35-36
1930s White Cotton Embroidered Dress with Lace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Late 1930s to early 1940s White Cotton embroidered summer wedding dress.
Dress has horse hair crinoline to give fullness.
Size: 4 - Small
Bust: 36” / Waist: 26” / Hip 40” / Dress l...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Dresses From 1940
Vintage 1930s Gold Silk Lamé Strapless Gown & Beadwork Gown UK 10 US 6
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly magnificent 1930's gold silk lamé dress, embellished with trailing gunmetal grey and silver beadwork, is a phenomenal piece to add to your evening-wear wardrobe.
The stra...
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1930s Vintage Dresses From 1940
Lillie Rubin New 1950s Silk Damask Dress and Mink Collar Coat Set
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Water Mill, NY
A rare, new 1950s dress and coat set from Lillie Rubin in a black silk damask flower pattern. The dress is semi fitted with a matching belt, a bateau neckline, and a straight skirt. ...
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1950s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
Pauline Trigere Grey Flecked Wool Princess Coat 1950s
By Pauline Trigère
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pauline Trigere grey flecked wool princess coat from the 1950s. Dark charcoal grey flecked wool coat with wide shaped lapels closes at the waist with a single silver metal button. Th...
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1950s American Vintage Dresses From 1940
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Vintage Dresses From 1940 For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary vintage dresses from 1940 for your needs in our varied inventory. If you’re looking for an option in Gray and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Beige, Blue and more. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage dresses from 1940 among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Morphew are consistently popular.
How Much is a Vintage Dresses From 1940?
Prices for a vintage dresses from 1940 can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $450 and can go as high as $4,800, while, on average they fetch $888.
Questions About Vintage Dresses From 1940
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- What is a 1940s style dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To 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, 2024To 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, 2023To 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.
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