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Vintage Lavender Dress

Pierre Cardin Vintage 1970s Lavender Viscose Attached Necklace Halter Dress.
Pierre Cardin Vintage 1970s Lavender Viscose Attached Necklace Halter Dress.

Pierre Cardin Vintage 1970s Lavender Viscose Attached Necklace Halter Dress.

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Pierre Cardin vintage 1970s attached necklace halter dress.This elegant piece is made in a viscose lavender tone color fabric that creates soft, fluid drape.

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1970s French Vintage Lavender Dress

Vintage James Galanos Brocade Coat Dress in Green Lavender 1960s
Vintage James Galanos Brocade Coat Dress in Green Lavender 1960s

Vintage James Galanos Brocade Coat Dress in Green Lavender 1960s

By James Galanos, Galanos for Amelia Gray

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

An exceptional vintage brocade coat dress designed by legendary American couturier James Galanos for Amelia Gray Boutique, Beverly Hills, circa late 1960s.

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1960s American Vintage Lavender Dress

Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Lavender Fully Beaded Dress Gown US 6
Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Lavender Fully Beaded Dress Gown US 6

Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Lavender Fully Beaded Dress Gown US 6

By Bob Mackie

Located in Montgomery, TX

A stunning example of Bob Mackie's signature glamour, this vintage lavender gown is a real show stopper. Entirely hand-embroidered with sparkling sequins and glass beads, the dress f...

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1980s American Vintage Lavender Dress

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Gianni Versace Couture Vintage Lavender Purple and Green Wave Dress, 1990s
Gianni Versace Couture Vintage Lavender Purple and Green Wave Dress, 1990s

Gianni Versace Couture Vintage Lavender Purple and Green Wave Dress, 1990s

By Gianni Versace

Located in San Francisco, CA

Gianni Versace Couture vintage 1990s sleeveless shift dress in a lavender wave pattern with nubby sea green accents.

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1990s Italian Vintage Lavender Dress

PRADA 1996 Vintage lavender purple silk blend brown trim sheer midi dress
PRADA 1996 Vintage lavender purple silk blend brown trim sheer midi dress

PRADA 1996 Vintage lavender purple silk blend brown trim sheer midi dress

By Prada, Miuccia Prada

Located in Hong Kong, NT

PRADA 1996 Vintage lavender purple silk blend brown trim sheer midi dress Reference: CNLE/A00222 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: FW 1996 Material: Silk, Blend Color:...

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1990s Italian Vintage Lavender Dress

Moroccan Lavender Kaftan Maxi Dress Hooded Vintage Caftan
Moroccan Lavender Kaftan Maxi Dress Hooded Vintage Caftan

Moroccan Lavender Kaftan Maxi Dress Hooded Vintage Caftan

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Elegant Moroccan caftan lavender floral georgette see trough fabric embroidered with purple trim, This long maxi dress vintage kaftan trim is embroidered and braided entirely by hand.

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20th Century Moroccan Vintage Lavender Dress

1970s Purple Lavender Lightweight Cotton Voile Vintage 70s Wrap Dress
1970s Purple Lavender Lightweight Cotton Voile Vintage 70s Wrap Dress

1970s Purple Lavender Lightweight Cotton Voile Vintage 70s Wrap Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 1970s purple and lavender lightweight cotton voile short sleeve wrap dress ! Features a vibrant regal purple with lavender ruffle details. Elastic waistband. Both colors on e...

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1970s American Vintage Lavender Dress

Beautiful 1970s Purple Lavender Ethnic Batik Print High Neck Vintage Midi Dress
Beautiful 1970s Purple Lavender Ethnic Batik Print High Neck Vintage Midi Dress

Beautiful 1970s Purple Lavender Ethnic Batik Print High Neck Vintage Midi Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous 70s ethnic batik print high neck purple / lilac long sleeve ombre midi dress / gown! Features a fitted soft stretch jersey bodice, with a full metallic semi sheer chiffon sk...

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1970s American Vintage Lavender Dress

Chris Van Wyk Vintage 1980s Lavender + Pink Silk Taffeta Avant Garde 80s Dress
Chris Van Wyk Vintage 1980s Lavender + Pink Silk Taffeta Avant Garde 80s Dress

Chris Van Wyk Vintage 1980s Lavender + Pink Silk Taffeta Avant Garde 80s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 1980s dress from hard to find designer CHRIS VAN WYK! Couture quality, with heavy attention to detail. Lavender body, with light pink sash that loops through on the drop skir...

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1980s American Vintage Lavender Dress

Atelier Versace Vintage Lavender Ruffled Backless Dress
Atelier Versace Vintage Lavender Ruffled Backless Dress

Atelier Versace Vintage Lavender Ruffled Backless Dress

By Gianni Versace, Tiffany & Co.

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Wonderful confection of ruffled sexiness from Atelier Versace. This is a vintage Atelier dress , from Gianni Versace. Size 40 Bust 34"+ Waist 32" Hips 44" Length 65"

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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Lavender Dress

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2007 Yves Saint Laurent Oyster Pearl Obi Kimono Belt Shift cocktail dress
2007 Yves Saint Laurent Oyster Pearl Obi Kimono Belt Shift cocktail dress

2007 Yves Saint Laurent Oyster Pearl Obi Kimono Belt Shift cocktail dress

By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Sheffield, GB

An Elegant 2007 Yves Saint Laurent by Stafano Pilati cocktail dress. Crafted in an Oyster pear duchess satin with corseted velvet waistline and Obi style Kimono Belt that can be adju...

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Early 2000s French Vintage Lavender Dress

S/S 1989 ALAIA mini dress
S/S 1989 ALAIA mini dress

S/S 1989 ALAIA mini dress

Sold|$2,950

Size: small

S/S 1989 ALAIA mini dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Austin, TX

S/S 1989 ALAIA mini dress has stretch rayon, polyamide and elastane fabric sz S 25" bust, 18" waist, 27" hips 28" length

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1980s French Vintage Lavender Dress

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT ivory / off-white and gold seashell print one piece halter swimsuit / bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched waist that hides any...

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1980s French Vintage Lavender Dress

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

An incredible 2 piece silk skirt and top set in a pink and yellow flower print from John Galliano for Christian Dior. The top has adjustable functional pink lacing at the center fron...

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Early 2000s French Vintage Lavender Dress

1950s Jane Derby Vintage Black + Nude Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress
1950s Jane Derby Vintage Black + Nude Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress

1950s Jane Derby Vintage Black + Nude Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress

By Jane Derby

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage early 1950s cocktail dress in black and nude silk satin and silk chiffon. Full skirt with silk lining and boned bodice. Gorgeous construction. Rear metal zip and hoo...

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1950s American Vintage Lavender Dress

EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09

EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09

By John Galliano

Located in Berlin, BE

This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...

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Early 2000s French Vintage Lavender Dress

CHANEL New 2020 Most Iconic Lesage Tweed Ensemble
CHANEL New 2020 Most Iconic Lesage Tweed Ensemble

CHANEL New 2020 Most Iconic Lesage Tweed Ensemble

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Most iconic and recognisable suit of recent Chanel Fashion Shows! Black and ecru lesage tweed suit: jacket and skirt -- from Catwalk of fresh cornerstone Collection -- 31 RUE CAMBON,...

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2010s Vintage Lavender Dress

Big Opal Boulder Australian Fine gemstone Freeform 47 ct Neon Blue SSEF cert
Big Opal Boulder Australian Fine gemstone Freeform 47 ct Neon Blue SSEF cert

Big Opal Boulder Australian Fine gemstone Freeform 47 ct Neon Blue SSEF cert

$116,300Sale Price|35% Off

W 0.87 in D 0.2 in L 1.97 in

Big Opal Boulder Australian Fine gemstone Freeform 47 ct Neon Blue SSEF cert

Located in Berlin, DE

Boulder Opal from Queensland, Australia is one of the rarest gemstones on earth. Spectacular in size, color, shape and exhibiting a full rainbow of colors, this 47.50-carat free shap...

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2010s Australian Artisan Vintage Lavender Dress

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Art Deco Lace Inserted Chemise Dress
Art Deco Lace Inserted Chemise Dress

Art Deco Lace Inserted Chemise Dress

Located in New York, NY

Charming Art Deco Lace Inserted Chemise Dress from the 1920's. Easy, slightly flared shape with multiple insertions of French lace throughout the silk chiffon panels. A handmade cors...

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1920s Vintage Lavender Dress

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Ivory Voluminous Long Skirt Maxi Ankle Bride Wedding
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Ivory Voluminous Long Skirt Maxi Ankle Bride Wedding

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Ivory Voluminous Long Skirt Maxi Ankle Bride Wedding

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Les Habitudes 1990's Vintage Ivory yellow color Extremely voluminous tulle underlay Side zip No size or comp tag, refer to measurements below Excellent vintage condition, minor feel...

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1990s Vintage Lavender Dress

Black silk wrapped top ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Black silk wrapped top ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Black silk wrapped top ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black silk wrapped top . Rhinestone Button and buttonhole on the sleeve edge SIZE 36/38 SAMPLE

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2010s Vintage Lavender Dress

Lillie Rubin 1960s Silk Brocade Pink Gold Silver Rhinestone Belted Vintage Dress
Lillie Rubin 1960s Silk Brocade Pink Gold Silver Rhinestone Belted Vintage Dress

Lillie Rubin 1960s Silk Brocade Pink Gold Silver Rhinestone Belted Vintage Dress

By Lillie Rubin

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage 60s LILLIE RUBIN silk brocade belted shirt dress! Features a stunning pink, gold and silver silk metallic brocade. Rhinestone buttons up the bodice. Detachable matc...

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1960s Hong Kong Vintage Lavender Dress

Michelle Mason Women's One Shoulder Silk Ruffle Hem Dress, Size US4
Michelle Mason Women's One Shoulder Silk Ruffle Hem Dress, Size US4

Michelle Mason Women's One Shoulder Silk Ruffle Hem Dress, Size US4

Located in London, GB

Super pretty and slinky Michelle Mason One Shoulder Ruffle Hem Dress. Bought for £625 and new with tags. Made from superbly soft striped jacquard silk, it has a super flattering boas...

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2010s Unknown Vintage Lavender Dress

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Spring Summer 2012 pink floral maxi gown
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Spring Summer 2012 pink floral maxi gown

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Spring Summer 2012 pink floral maxi gown

By Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Ralph Lauren pastel pink silk floral print gown from the Spring Summer 2012 collection. As seen on the runway, accessorised with a baby pink boa collar. Purple Label. Designer ...

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2010s American Vintage Lavender Dress

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Vintage Lavender Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary vintage lavender dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in purple and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in brown, black and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage lavender dress may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Mary McFadden, Yves Saint Laurent and Adele Simpson each produced a popular version that is worth a look. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Vintage Lavender Dress?

Prices for a vintage lavender dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $245 and can go as high as $7,802, while, on average they fetch $1,197.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.

Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

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