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1990s Krizia Vintage Blue + Black Avant Garde Mesh Goth Parachute Dress
1990s Krizia Vintage Blue + Black Avant Garde Mesh Goth Parachute Dress

1990s Krizia Vintage Blue + Black Avant Garde Mesh Goth Parachute Dress

By Krizia

Located in Sparks, NV

Cobalt blue and black vintage dress by Krizia featuring parachute detailing and sheer mesh long sleeves.

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1990s Italian Vintage Parachute Dress

Rare 1990s Marc Jacobs Navy Blue Avant Garde Vintage Parachute Shirt Cargo Dress
Rare 1990s Marc Jacobs Navy Blue Avant Garde Vintage Parachute Shirt Cargo Dress

Rare 1990s Marc Jacobs Navy Blue Avant Garde Vintage Parachute Shirt Cargo Dress

By Marc Jacobs

Located in San Diego, CA

A rare early MARC JACOBS navy blue runway early 90s parachute cargo dress! Features functional buttons all the way up the front of the dress.

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1990s American Vintage Parachute Dress

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Jean paul Gaultier 1990s Parachute Dress
Jean paul Gaultier 1990s Parachute Dress

Jean paul Gaultier 1990s Parachute Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wild, avant garde dress with black angora top with super long scrunch sleeves with wide, nylon skirt with adjustable canvas shoulder strap. Oversized grommets line the hem.

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1990s Italian Vintage Parachute Dress

Issey Miyake yellow draped, pleated and knotted parachute ensemble, fw 1986
Issey Miyake yellow draped, pleated and knotted parachute ensemble, fw 1986

Issey Miyake yellow draped, pleated and knotted parachute ensemble, fw 1986

By Issey Miyake

Located in London, London

Issey Miyake, yellow parachute ensemble made from a high-density, crease-free woven fabric; thin and lightweight, with a texture like a piece of paper. Blouse with ruched double laye...

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1980s Japanese Vintage Parachute Dress

1980S Purple Nylon Parachute Dress
1980S Purple Nylon Parachute Dress

1980S Purple Nylon Parachute Dress

Located in New York, NY

1980S Purple Nylon Parachute Dress

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1980s Vintage Parachute Dress

Junya Watanabe Black Parachute Dress
Junya Watanabe Black Parachute Dress

Junya Watanabe Black Parachute Dress

By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons black parachute dress with black belt and buckle detailing throughout, .

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Late 20th Century Japanese Vintage Parachute Dress

Junya Watanabe Black Parachute Dress 2003
Junya Watanabe Black Parachute Dress 2003

Junya Watanabe Black Parachute Dress 2003

By Junya Watanabe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons black parachute dress featuring a keyhole open back with black straps and hardware.

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20th Century Japanese Vintage Parachute Dress

OMO Norma Kamali Iconic Parachute Ball Skirt
OMO Norma Kamali Iconic Parachute Ball Skirt

OMO Norma Kamali Iconic Parachute Ball Skirt

By Norma Kamali

Located in New York, NY

This skirt can be adjusted with the ruching to become a bubble skirt, a high-low, or fully trained red-carpet ready ball skirt. Please note we have a collection of rare co-ordinati...

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1980s American Vintage Parachute Dress

Junya Watanabe Strapless Parachute Dress 2003
Junya Watanabe Strapless Parachute Dress 2003

Junya Watanabe Strapless Parachute Dress 2003

By Junya Watanabe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Junya Watanabe Strapless Parachute Dress 2003

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20th Century Japanese Vintage Parachute Dress

Early 1980s Norma Kamali Red Ruched Balloon Oversized Parachute Dress
Early 1980s Norma Kamali Red Ruched Balloon Oversized Parachute Dress

Early 1980s Norma Kamali Red Ruched Balloon Oversized Parachute Dress

By Norma Kamali

Located in West Hollywood, CA

TheRealList presents: a bold red Norma Kamali parachute dress. From the early 1980s, this oversized dress features a plunging v-neckline, shoulder pads, and pleating throughout.

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1980s American Vintage Parachute Dress

Junior Gaultier Parachute Hem Dress
Junior Gaultier Parachute Hem Dress

Junior Gaultier Parachute Hem Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great dress from Jean Paul Gaultier's vintage Junior Gaultier line. Made of a light weight olive green wool jersey it has 6 amazing adjustable drawstrings which can shorten or len...

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1980s French Vintage Parachute Dress

Givenchy Couture Pink Parachute Silk Strapless Dress - 38 - Circa 80's
Givenchy Couture Pink Parachute Silk Strapless Dress - 38 - Circa 80's

Givenchy Couture Pink Parachute Silk Strapless Dress - 38 - Circa 80's

By Givenchy

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Givenchy Couture Pink Parachute Silk Strapless Dress - 38 - Circa 80's This spectacular couture Givenchy 80's dress is made of a very unique silk parachute like material.

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1980s French Vintage Parachute Dress

Issey Miyake yellow draped, pleated and knotted parachute ensemble, fw 1986
Issey Miyake yellow draped, pleated and knotted parachute ensemble, fw 1986

Issey Miyake yellow draped, pleated and knotted parachute ensemble, fw 1986

By Issey Miyake

Located in London, GB

Issey Miyake, yellow parachute ensemble made from a high-density, crease-free woven fabric; thin and lightweight, with a texture like a piece of paper. Blouse with ruched double laye...

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1980s Japanese Vintage Parachute Dress

1970s OMO Kamali FOUR Sleeve Dress
1970s OMO Kamali FOUR Sleeve Dress

1970s OMO Kamali FOUR Sleeve Dress

By Norma Kamali

Located in Rockwood, ON

The pieces from these early are now iconic and were very experimental in nature- the sleeping bag coat and her parachute dresses came from this period. This is a simple jersey dress ...

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1970s Vintage Parachute Dress

1980s Norma Kamali Victorian Inspired Black Dress
1980s Norma Kamali Victorian Inspired Black Dress

1980s Norma Kamali Victorian Inspired Black Dress

By Norma Kamali

Located in Portland, OR

From the red swimsuit she designed that put a Farrah Fawcett poster in every adolescent boy's bedroom to her parachute silk dresses and sleeping bag coats, she deserves to be recogni...

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1980s American Vintage Parachute Dress

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Located in San Diego, CA

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Thierry Mugler Wasp Waist Faux Fox Suit

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By Thierry Mugler

Located in New York, NY

Thierry Mugler's 1980's version of a 1940's suit complete with faux fur stone marten held by a golden fox head. Cut in soft wool crepe with severely pinched waist, full hip peplum an...

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1980s French Vintage Parachute Dress

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1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

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 Parachute Dress

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Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top

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By Issey Miyake

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...

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1990s Japanese Vintage Parachute Dress

1990s Valentino Black Chiffon and Velvet Dress Shirt Dress
1990s Valentino Black Chiffon and Velvet Dress Shirt Dress

1990s Valentino Black Chiffon and Velvet Dress Shirt Dress

By Valentino

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Amazing 1990s Valentino little black shirt dress from Holt Renfrew Canada. Top is black chiffon with a pussy bow tie, sheer bishop sleeves and delicate ruching at shoulders. Jet blac...

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1990s Italian Vintage Parachute Dress

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Bombshell 1950s Mr Blackwell 50s Vintage Couture Gold Metallic Wiggle Dress Gown

Bombshell 1950s Mr Blackwell 50s Vintage Couture Gold Metallic Wiggle Dress Gown

By Mr. Blackwell

Located in San Diego, CA

WOW! This vintage Mr. Blackwell Custom dress is OUT OF THIS WORLD! This is quite possible the best Mr. Blackwell piece I have ever seen! Dating from the late 1950s/ early 1960s, this...

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1950s American Vintage Parachute Dress

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Halston 1970s Black Silk Bias Iconic Bishop Sleeve Vintage Evening Gown Dress

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By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston

Located in San Diego, CA

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Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000

Christian Dior by John Galliano Sheer Bronze Gold Knit Mini Dress 1999 2000

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Berlin, BE

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1990s Italian Vintage Parachute Dress

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By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Berlin, BE

Brand: Alaïa Designer: Azzedine Alaïa Collection: Spring / Summer 1990 Material: Stretch Color: Black Size: L Made in Italy From Azzedine Alaïa’s Spring Summer 1990 collection, this...

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1990s French Vintage Parachute Dress

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By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Jersey City, NJ

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Early 2000s French Vintage Parachute Dress

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Alexander McQueen New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress

Alexander McQueen New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black cashmere blend mini dress with a dramatic stand up collar from Alexander McQueen. It is double breasted with a stand up lapel collar which frames the face beautifull...

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1990s Italian Vintage Parachute Dress

Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown  1955 Iconic Gown Dress
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown  1955 Iconic Gown Dress

Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Berlin, BE

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1950s French Vintage Parachute Dress

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Located in Montgomery, TX

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S/S 2004 Atelier Versace by Donatella Metallic Green Halterneck Runway Gown

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

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Remarkable Vintage Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet & Chiffon Grecian Gown

Remarkable Vintage Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet & Chiffon Grecian Gown

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

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1990s American Vintage Parachute Dress

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Vintage Parachute Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary vintage parachute dress you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have purple, yellow and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage parachute dress 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. An accessory like this designed by Carven, Issey Miyake and Krizia — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering.

How Much is a Vintage Parachute Dress?

The price for a vintage parachute dress starts at $250 and tops out at $20,772, and on average, selling for $1,895.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

Questions About Vintage Parachute Dress
  • 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.

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