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Ralph Lauren Vintage Halter Beaded Long Black Dress Purple Label
Ralph Lauren Vintage Halter Beaded Long Black Dress Purple Label

Ralph Lauren Vintage Halter Beaded Long Black Dress Purple Label

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Miami, FL

This Ralph Lauren Purple Label black halter dress is a rare vintage treasure that blends refined minimalism with artistic embellishment. Crafted from a luxe blend of rayon, nylon, an...

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1990s American Evening Dresses

1990s Ralph Lauren Pink Silk Maxi Dress with Crystal Straps
1990s Ralph Lauren Pink Silk Maxi Dress with Crystal Straps

1990s Ralph Lauren Pink Silk Maxi Dress with Crystal Straps

By Ralph Lauren

Located in London, GB

Unusually for the incredible quality of this gown, it has the Ralph Lauren Black Label; however, the finishing and quality of the fabrics is more closely aligned with Ralph Lauren's ...

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1990s American Evening Dresses

RALPH LAUREN Black Label Vintage purple velvet paisley floral print dress US8 L
RALPH LAUREN Black Label Vintage purple velvet paisley floral print dress US8 L

RALPH LAUREN Black Label Vintage purple velvet paisley floral print dress US8 L

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Hong Kong, NT

RALPH LAUREN Black Label Vintage dark purple velvet paisley floral print dress US8 L Reference: CC/A00445 Brand: Ralph Lauren Collection: Black Label Material: Rayon, Silk Color: Pur...

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RALPH LAUREN Black Label Vintage pink watercolour paisley midi dress US8 M
RALPH LAUREN Black Label Vintage pink watercolour paisley midi dress US8 M

RALPH LAUREN Black Label Vintage pink watercolour paisley midi dress US8 M

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Hong Kong, NT

RALPH LAUREN Black Label Vintage pink watercolour paisley midi dress US8 M Reference: CC/A00447 Brand: Ralph Lauren Collection: Black Label Material: Feels like silk Color: Pink Patt...

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2010s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

Vintage RALPH LAUREN Blue Label Size M Black Polyester Long Sleeve Long Dress
Vintage RALPH LAUREN Blue Label Size M Black Polyester Long Sleeve Long Dress

Vintage RALPH LAUREN Blue Label Size M Black Polyester Long Sleeve Long Dress

By Ralph Lauren

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage RALPH LAUREN "Blue Label" dress comes in a black stretch polyester velvet featuring long sleeves and a v-neck. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: M Measurements: ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Black One Shoulder Long Dress
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Black One Shoulder Long Dress

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Black One Shoulder Long Dress

By Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Experience the timeless sophistication of Ralph Lauren Purple Label with this exquisite black one shoulder dress. Crafted from the finest material, this show-stopping piece is exudin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Ralph Lauren purple label vintage black pearl embellished backless gown dress
Ralph Lauren purple label vintage black pearl embellished backless gown dress

Ralph Lauren purple label vintage black pearl embellished backless gown dress

By Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI Vintage Ralph Lauren Collection purple label Please note before I get into the description of this beautiful gown, as you can see in the photographs there are several mis...

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21st Century and Contemporary North American Evening Gowns

Vintage Ralph Lauren Early 90s Black Wool Turtleneck Dress + Gold Disc Belt
Vintage Ralph Lauren Early 90s Black Wool Turtleneck Dress + Gold Disc Belt

Vintage Ralph Lauren Early 90s Black Wool Turtleneck Dress + Gold Disc Belt

By Ralph Lauren

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible vintage Ralph Lauren 'Blue Label' 1990s lightweight wool turtleneck sweater dress, and original gold disc stretch belt. Classic American fit, with a flattering full skirt....

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Ralph Lauren purple label Fall 2014 strapless pink purple metallic gown dress 4
Ralph Lauren purple label Fall 2014 strapless pink purple metallic gown dress 4

Ralph Lauren purple label Fall 2014 strapless pink purple metallic gown dress 4

By Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE Ralph Lauren Fall 2014 strapless gown Named the 'Suzette' evening gown, the dress is listed on the label as pink, but I would say it is cross between pink and lila...

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2010s Italian Evening Gowns

Vintage Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Cashmere Gray Short Sleeve Dress
Vintage Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Cashmere Gray Short Sleeve Dress

Vintage Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Cashmere Gray Short Sleeve Dress

By Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic late 1990s RALPH LAURENT COLLECTION Purple Label charcoal grey cashmere short sleeve turtleneck sweater dress! Features the perfect color charcoal gray that can be worn with any...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Ralph Lauren F/W 2001 tan plunging leather choker gown
Ralph Lauren F/W 2001 tan plunging leather choker gown

Ralph Lauren F/W 2001 tan plunging leather choker gown

By Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in Rome, IT

- Ralph Lauren Purple Label Fall Winter 2001 collection - Sold by Gold Palms Vintage - Tan evening dress - Silk/viscose blend - Keyhole plunging neckline - Leather buckle choker - S...

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Early 2000s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Ralph Lauren S/S 2005 beige ruffled mermaid chiffon dress
Ralph Lauren S/S 2005 beige ruffled mermaid chiffon dress

Ralph Lauren S/S 2005 beige ruffled mermaid chiffon dress

By Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in Rome, IT

- Ralph Lauren spring-summer 2005 collection - Sold by Gold Palms Vintage - Spaghetti straps - Square neck - Asymmetric ruffled mermaid tail - Few stains on the ruffles, not visible...

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A fabulous pink silk cape dress from Valentino. It is a sleeveless body skimming dress with a panel draping over the shoulders forming a cape in the back. The bust is lined in the s...

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

From Ralph Lauren’s Fall/Winter 1989 collection, this black silk dress features a bias-cut silhouette that drapes elegantly over the body. The sleeveless design and high neckline cre...

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Find the exact vintage or contemporary vintage ralph lauren gown you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have more in stock now. If you’re looking for a vintage ralph lauren gown from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Ralph Lauren Purple Label and Ralph Lauren each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Finding a vintage ralph lauren gown for sale for women should be easy, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men as well.

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