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F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Fur Trimmed Tunic Tent Dress
F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Fur Trimmed Tunic Tent Dress

F/W 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Fur Trimmed Tunic Tent Dress

By Gianni Versace Couture, Donatella Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a unique mink-trimmed Gianni Versace tunic tent dress designed by Donatella Versace

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1990s Italian Vintage Tent Dress

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Size 38 Red White Cotton 90s Trapeze Dress YSL
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Size 38 Red White Cotton 90s Trapeze Dress YSL

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Size 38 Red White Cotton 90s Trapeze Dress YSL

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic early 90s YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche lipstick red cotton sleeveless trapeze tent dress

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1990s French Vintage Tent Dress

Geoffrey Beene Sillk Crepe Baby Doll Dress
Geoffrey Beene Sillk Crepe Baby Doll Dress

Geoffrey Beene Sillk Crepe Baby Doll Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Geoffrey Beene Sillk Crepe Baby Doll Dress trimmed in tulle. Print of white stars and moons on

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1980s American Vintage Tent Dress

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David Hayes Black + White Silk Tuxedo Tent Dress
David Hayes Black + White Silk Tuxedo Tent Dress

David Hayes Black + White Silk Tuxedo Tent Dress

By David Hayes

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

Bustown Modern is absolutely in love with this monochrome vintage 1980's tent dress by David Hayes

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1980s American Vintage Tent Dress

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Blue Tent Dress
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Blue Tent Dress

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Blue Tent Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A 1980s Yves Saint Laurent Variation peasant cotton dress in a gorgeous blue colour with three

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1980s French Vintage Tent Dress

Wonderful Japanese Vintage 1980s Tie-Dyed Tent Dress
Wonderful Japanese Vintage 1980s Tie-Dyed Tent Dress

Wonderful Japanese Vintage 1980s Tie-Dyed Tent Dress

Located in Long Island City, NY

This dress is a real stunner! Shoulder straps give way to elasticized underarms and a gorgeous

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1980s Vintage Tent Dress

70s Ossie Clark Black Crepe Peasant Style Dress
70s Ossie Clark Black Crepe Peasant Style Dress

70s Ossie Clark Black Crepe Peasant Style Dress

By Ossie Clark

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A classic! Circa 1970s Ossie Clark designed black crinkly crepe dress. Full tent style with empire

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1970s British Vintage Tent Dress

Floral Chiffon Tent Dress
Floral Chiffon Tent Dress

Floral Chiffon Tent Dress

Located in New York, NY

Painterly floral print, flowing, chiffon "tent" dress with sheer full sleeves that tie at wrist

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1970s American Vintage Tent Dress

Crochet Silk Versace Tent Dress
Crochet Silk Versace Tent Dress

Crochet Silk Versace Tent Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Versace black crushed silk tent dress with crochet lace with gold Versace safety pins.

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1990s Italian Vintage Tent Dress

Geoffrey Beene Silk Two Tone Tent Dress
Geoffrey Beene Silk Two Tone Tent Dress

Geoffrey Beene Silk Two Tone Tent Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Geoffrey Beene, silver, grey, silk two tone, tent dress having long sleeves and no collar.Upper

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1980s American Vintage Tent Dress

1980s Geoffrey Beene Silk Chiné Warp-Printed Taffeta Tent Dress
1980s Geoffrey Beene Silk Chiné Warp-Printed Taffeta Tent Dress

1980s Geoffrey Beene Silk Chiné Warp-Printed Taffeta Tent Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Gresham, OR

A stunning 1980s Geoffrey Beene (unlabeled) silk chiné warp-printed taffeta tent dress or caftan

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1980s American Vintage Tent Dress

1980s Diane Freis Runway Patchwork Tent Dress
1980s Diane Freis Runway Patchwork Tent Dress

1980s Diane Freis Runway Patchwork Tent Dress

By Diane Freis

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Avant Garde 1980s Diane Freis runway patchwork dress! Billowing balloon sleeves in bold red and

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1980s Hong Kong Vintage Tent Dress

Missoni Abstract Print Silk Knit Dress
Missoni Abstract Print Silk Knit Dress

Missoni Abstract Print Silk Knit Dress

By Missoni

Located in New York, NY

Missoni, terra cotta and black abstract print, silk knit tent dress with sash and dolman sleeve

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1980s Italian Vintage Tent Dress

Geoffrey Beene Day Dress
Geoffrey Beene Day Dress

Geoffrey Beene Day Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Geoffrey Beene, cafe au lait tone , wool knit tent dress with funnel neck and long sleeves.

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1990s American Vintage Tent Dress

Geoffrey Beene Tweed Day Dress
Geoffrey Beene Tweed Day Dress

Geoffrey Beene Tweed Day Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Geoffrey Beene menswear brown and white wool tweed tent shape day dress. Details include Mandarin

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Late 20th Century American Vintage Tent Dress

Yves St. Laurent Wool Challis Dress
Yves St. Laurent Wool Challis Dress

Yves St. Laurent Wool Challis Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Yves St. Laurent multi colored paisley/floral pattern wool challis tent shaped day dress

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1980s French Vintage Tent Dress

Stavropoulus Ink Blue Chiffon Cocktail Dress
Stavropoulus Ink Blue Chiffon Cocktail Dress

Stavropoulus Ink Blue Chiffon Cocktail Dress

By George Stavropoulos

Located in New York, NY

Stavropoulus, ink blue layered chiffon, tent shaped v neck dress, with sheer 3/4 length full

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1970s American Vintage Tent Dress

Geoffrey Beene Dotted Tulle Cocktail Dress
Geoffrey Beene Dotted Tulle Cocktail Dress

Geoffrey Beene Dotted Tulle Cocktail Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Geoffrey Beene, taffeta and dotted tulle, tent shaped, cocktail dress having a sheer neckline

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1990s American Vintage Tent Dress

Jacques Heim Silk Organza Cocktail Dress
Jacques Heim Silk Organza Cocktail Dress

Jacques Heim Silk Organza Cocktail Dress

By Jacques Heim

Located in New York, NY

Jacques Heim, 1960's, silk organza,dolman sleeve, "tent" shape dress with large graphic, abstract

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1960s French Vintage Tent Dress

Givenchy Shimmering Tent Dress circa 1970s
Givenchy Shimmering Tent Dress circa 1970s

Givenchy Shimmering Tent Dress circa 1970s

By Givenchy

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a tent dress by Givenchy c. 1970s. It is made from black fabric with shimmering gold

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1970s Vintage Tent Dress

A 1980s Versace Istante Silk Tent Dress
A 1980s Versace Istante Silk Tent Dress

A 1980s Versace Istante Silk Tent Dress

By Versace

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A stunning 1980s Versace Istante silk shirt dress with an all over abstract and bold flower print

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1980s Italian Vintage Tent Dress

Marimekko Dress
Marimekko Dress

Marimekko Dress

By Marimekko

Located in New Hope, PA

Bold shapes in bright colors are used for the design element in this tent dress from Marimekko. The

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1970s Finnish Vintage Tent Dress

Geoffrey Beene Red & White Polka Dot Dress 1980/90
Geoffrey Beene Red & White Polka Dot Dress 1980/90

Geoffrey Beene Red & White Polka Dot Dress 1980/90

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This tent dress is a soft silk crepe; it has a white polkadot printed pattern. It is Mr. Beene's

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1970s American Vintage Tent Dress

Vintage Russian Multi Fabric Colorful Skirt or Strapless Dress
Vintage Russian Multi Fabric Colorful Skirt or Strapless Dress

Vintage Russian Multi Fabric Colorful Skirt or Strapless Dress

Located in Portland, OR

think this looks fabulous as a dress and it can be belted or worn as a tent dress. It can also be a long

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1980s Russian Vintage Tent Dress

Halston Gold and Bronze Sequin Gown
Halston Gold and Bronze Sequin Gown

Halston Gold and Bronze Sequin Gown

By Halston

Located in Topanga, CA

and sizes as it is a flowing tent dress.

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1970s American Vintage Tent Dress

1980s Issey Miyake Plantation Dress in Black Wool in Iconic Tent Style
1980s Issey Miyake Plantation Dress in Black Wool in Iconic Tent Style

1980s Issey Miyake Plantation Dress in Black Wool in Iconic Tent Style

By Issey Miyake, Issey Miyake Plantation

Located in Portland, OR

This is a truly iconic vintage 1980's Issey Miyake tent mock turtleneck dress in his signature

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1980s Hong Kong Vintage Tent Dress

1970s Vintage Green Knit Anne Fogarty Tent Maxi Dress W Long Sleeves
1970s Vintage Green Knit Anne Fogarty Tent Maxi Dress W Long Sleeves

1970s Vintage Green Knit Anne Fogarty Tent Maxi Dress W Long Sleeves

By Anne Fogarty

Located in Portland, OR

This is an incredible tent style maxi dress from the 1970's designed by Anne Fogarty. This dress

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1970s American Vintage Tent Dress

Important 1949 Museum Held Claire McCardell Dress
Important 1949 Museum Held Claire McCardell Dress

Important 1949 Museum Held Claire McCardell Dress

By Claire McCardell

Located in Rockwood, ON

first success was the tent-shaped Monastic dress, which had no form, but when belted became body

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1940s Vintage Tent Dress

Moschino Rainbow Sash Dress
Moschino Rainbow Sash Dress

Moschino Rainbow Sash Dress

By Moschino

Located in Brunswick West, Victoria

front of the dress. Tent/A-Line fit. Chest: 42 cm Waist: 47 cm Length: 77 cm Marked size: 38

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1990s Italian Vintage Tent Dress

1990s Lilac & White Silk Stripe Isabelle Allard Cocktail Dress
1990s Lilac & White Silk Stripe Isabelle Allard Cocktail Dress

1990s Lilac & White Silk Stripe Isabelle Allard Cocktail Dress

By Isabelle Allard

Located in Dallas, TX

the 1890s with the bustle effect and the tent stripe. The dress is a lilac and white silk awning

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1990s French Vintage Tent Dress

Claire McCardell playsuit, jacket & sun dress. 1940/50
Claire McCardell playsuit, jacket & sun dress. 1940/50

Claire McCardell playsuit, jacket & sun dress. 1940/50

By Claire McCardell

Located in Los Angeles, CA

designer's Monastic dress, for example, paved the way for the tent dress. Similarly, her 1942 "Popover dress

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1940s American Vintage Tent Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Red Tent Dress
Yves Saint Laurent Red Tent Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Red Tent Dress

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Yves Saint Laurent Red Tent Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Houston, TX

Light and airy red Yves Saint Laurent tent dress. Can be worn any time of year. We have seen it

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1980s French Vintage Tent Dress

1960s Geoffrey Beene Vintage Black Knit Mini Tent Dress With Wide Belt
1960s Geoffrey Beene Vintage Black Knit Mini Tent Dress With Wide Belt

1960s Geoffrey Beene Vintage Black Knit Mini Tent Dress With Wide Belt

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Portland, OR

mini dress has an oversized matching black thick belt. This dress fits like a 4/6 in a tent or swing

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1960s American Vintage Tent Dress

S/S 1986 Stavropoulos Haute Couture Teal Tent Gown
S/S 1986 Stavropoulos Haute Couture Teal Tent Gown

S/S 1986 Stavropoulos Haute Couture Teal Tent Gown

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Size: 0 - 14 depending on desired fit

S/S 1986 Stavropoulos Haute Couture Teal Tent Gown

By George Stavropoulos

Located in North Hollywood, CA

S/S 1986 Stavropoulos Haute Couture silk chiffon teal tent dress. Three-quarter bell sleeve with V

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1980s Vintage Tent Dress

Giorgio Sant Angelo 1970's Vintage Shimmer Disco Dress
Giorgio Sant Angelo 1970's Vintage Shimmer Disco Dress

Giorgio Sant Angelo 1970's Vintage Shimmer Disco Dress

By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo

Located in Toronto, ON

1970's vintage Giorgio Sant Angelo shimmer lurex tent dress. Purple, beige, taupe, and grey

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1970s American Vintage Tent Dress

Vintage Bessi Italy Silk Jersey Navy Blue Print Dress
Vintage Bessi Italy Silk Jersey Navy Blue Print Dress

Vintage Bessi Italy Silk Jersey Navy Blue Print Dress

By Bessi

Located in Portland, OR

This is a great summer dress designed by Averardo Bessi in the 1970's. This dress is so easy to

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1980s Italian Vintage Tent Dress

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Chanel Silk Chiffon Tiered Cocktail Dress by Lagerfeld

Chanel Silk Chiffon Tiered Cocktail Dress by Lagerfeld

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Sharon, CT

Based on the classic Coco Chanel Tiered Cocktail Dress, Karl Lagerfeld's homage is printed with a transparent black repeated floral and CC logo pattern. EU appx size 36-38.

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Early 2000s French Vintage Tent Dress

1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny
1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny

1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny

By Moschino

Located in Concord, NC

Iconic rare Moschino Redwall vintage rare patent leather red heart shoulder bag from 1995 as seen on Fran Dresher from The Nanny. Made in Italy Features bright red leather with gold...

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1990s Italian Vintage Tent Dress

Convertible Yellow Floral Circle Dress w Rhinestone-Studded Shelf Bust-S, 1950s
Convertible Yellow Floral Circle Dress w Rhinestone-Studded Shelf Bust-S, 1950s

Convertible Yellow Floral Circle Dress w Rhinestone-Studded Shelf Bust-S, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Wearable with a halter or strapless neckline, this romantic sundress would be the perfect ensemble for a breezy garden party or summer wedding. Ideal for larger busts, the ample shel...

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1950s Unknown Vintage Tent Dress

90s Gianfranco Ferre tan knit dress with silk collar
90s Gianfranco Ferre tan knit dress with silk collar

90s Gianfranco Ferre tan knit dress with silk collar

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Deadstock Gianfranco Ferre knit dress with silk collar. Size: 2/ XS Bust: 32" Hip: 34" Flaws: black stains (front collar) you can easily reverse the collar (in and out) to hi...

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1990s Italian Vintage Tent Dress

Vintage F/W 2004 Look #27 Tom Ford for Gucci Silk Dress Italian 42
Vintage F/W 2004 Look #27 Tom Ford for Gucci Silk Dress Italian 42

Vintage F/W 2004 Look #27 Tom Ford for Gucci Silk Dress Italian 42

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

GUCCI SILK DRESS Designed by Tom Ford for his final GUCCI F/W 2004 ready-to-wear collection. Look #27 A rare and iconic piece from Tom Ford’s final collection for Gucci, this vibra...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vintage Tent Dress

White and Pink Embroidered Bubble Hem Party Dress w Petal Bust – S, 1950s
White and Pink Embroidered Bubble Hem Party Dress w Petal Bust – S, 1950s

White and Pink Embroidered Bubble Hem Party Dress w Petal Bust – S, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Reminiscent of the architectural designs popularized by Balenciaga, this unique party dress features a stand-away silhouette that appears to float independently from the body that we...

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1950s American Vintage Tent Dress

Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rose Scheherazade Alligator Bag Palladium Hardware
Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rose Scheherazade Alligator Bag Palladium Hardware

Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rose Scheherazade Alligator Bag Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier bag featured in stunning Rose Scheherazade alligator. Accentuated with crisp with palladium hardware. Timeless and highly ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Vintage Tent Dress

Circa 1922 ADAIR Paris Black Silk Velvet Beaded Evening Flapper Dress Size XL
Circa 1922 ADAIR Paris Black Silk Velvet Beaded Evening Flapper Dress Size XL

Circa 1922 ADAIR Paris Black Silk Velvet Beaded Evening Flapper Dress Size XL

Located in Thiensville, WI

Vintage circa Fall 1922 Adair Paris - Franklin Simon & Co. Fifth Avenue black silk velvet evening dress. Classically inspired beading. Cap sleeves with cutouts at shoulders. Cape-...

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1920s French Vintage Tent Dress

Roberto Cavalli Vintage Gold Leopard Evening Gown Dress Fall/Winter 2003 Size M
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Gold Leopard Evening Gown Dress Fall/Winter 2003 Size M

Roberto Cavalli Vintage Gold Leopard Evening Gown Dress Fall/Winter 2003 Size M

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Saint Petersburg, FL

Roberto Cavalli Vintage Gold Leopard Evening Gown Dress with Gold Chain Halter - Fall/Winter 2003 Size M

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Early 2000s Italian Vintage Tent Dress

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

Herbert Levine Red Stilettos
Herbert Levine Red Stilettos

Herbert Levine Red Stilettos

By Herbert Levine

Located in New York, NY

Glamorous Herbert Levine Red Calf Stilettos decorated with a black "berry" and red ties. Retailed at Bonwit Teller, 1950's USA. 6.5AA, 2.75" widest across front. Very narrow.

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1950s American Vintage Tent Dress

John Galliano Ivory Organza Cut-Work 'L'Ecole de Danse' Dress, ss 1996
John Galliano Ivory Organza Cut-Work 'L'Ecole de Danse' Dress, ss 1996

John Galliano Ivory Organza Cut-Work 'L'Ecole de Danse' Dress, ss 1996

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival John Galliano 'L'Ecole de Danse' Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 1996 ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Crafted from delicate ivory cotton organza with intricate cut-work detailing ▪ Features 50 fau...

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1990s French Vintage Tent Dress

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34

By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Switzerland, CH

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunning piece consisting of pants and jacke...

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Early 2000s French Vintage Tent Dress

Stunning Original 1970s Jean-Louis Scherrer Silk Wedding Dress
Stunning Original 1970s Jean-Louis Scherrer Silk Wedding Dress

Stunning Original 1970s Jean-Louis Scherrer Silk Wedding Dress

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in Berlin, BE

Stunning extremely rare creation by Fashion Icon Jean-Louis Scherrer. The softest liquid pure silk. Long maxi dress designed in the free spirit of the 1970s: Beautiful long cascadin...

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1970s French Vintage Tent Dress

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Variation Vintage Fuchsia Tunic Dress
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Variation Vintage Fuchsia Tunic Dress

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Variation Vintage Fuchsia Tunic Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gorgeous unworn fuchsia tunic dress. Short sleeves. Large buttons. 2 front pockets. Unlined. Label reads Yves Saint Laurent Variation Made in France. Si...

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20th Century French Vintage Tent Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Purple and Green Silk Rouched Hat with Bow
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Purple and Green Silk Rouched Hat with Bow

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Purple and Green Silk Rouched Hat with Bow

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche hat is composed of a purple and green striped silk. The hat features a rouched detail and bow. In excellent vintage condition, the black bow has f...

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20th Century French Vintage Tent Dress

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Vintage Tent Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary vintage tent dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in beige, gold and more. If you’re looking for a vintage tent dress 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 20th Century. An accessory like this designed by Anne Fogarty, Geoffrey Beene and Issey Miyake Plantation — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering.

How Much is a Vintage Tent Dress?

On average, a vintage tent dress on 1stDibs sells for $664, while they’re typically $152 on the low end and $1,376 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Tent 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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