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Moschino Color Block Tuxedo Dress 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A whimsical dress from Moschino in black red and off white. The bodice appears as a black double
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Lillie Rubin Whimsical Multicolor '80s Sequin Body-hugging "Disco" Tank Dress
By Lillie Rubin
Located in New York, NY
whimsical multicolor '80s body-hugging "Disco" tank dress has a center-back invisible zipper measuring 11
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1980s Italian Mini Dress

2000s Diane Freis Whimsical Print Ruffle Hem Evening Dress
By Diane Freis
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Made from luxurious silk, this vintage Diane Freis dress features a cowl neck with ruffle adorned
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Early 2000s Chinese Evening Dresses

'House of London' Black Abstract Deconstruct Whimsical Evening Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
'House of London' black abstract deconstruct whimsical evening cocktail dress has a center-back 2
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel Spring 2008 CC Silk Halter Dress
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Whimsical Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld 'CC' Silk Halter Dress! Circa Chanel's Spring 2008 collection
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Early 2000s French Maxi Dress

Jeremy Scott New Moschino Chocolate Bar Dress
By Moschino Couture, Jeremy Scott
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous chocolate brown jersey dress from the whimsical F/W 2014-2015 Collection of Jeremy Scott
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

1970's EMILIO PUCCI archery print silk jersey dress with hand stitching
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vivid yellow silk jersey dress with whimsical archery print and hand stitched and hand pleated
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1970s Italian Day Dresses

Gianni Versace Fuchsia Floral One Shoulder Dress
By Gianni Versace
Located in Milano, IT
Fabulous one-shoulder short dress designed by Gianni Versace in the 1990s, made in Italy. ORIGINAL
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1990s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

Saz by Surjit & Adarsh Gill Silk Cut Out Dress Dress, 1970s
Located in Boca Raton, FL
silk, this Saz by Surjit & Adarsh Gill Dress is whimsical and seductive at once. The dress derives
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Moschino Monochrome Sleeveless Shirt Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in London, GB
Mid to late 1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic monochrome dress. This is a midi-length dress with a very
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Silk Floral Lace Maxi Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Dolce & Gabbana Silk Floral Lace Maxi Dress, a breathtaking and luxurious piece
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Documented Vintage Boy London 1980s American Flag Hand Painted Cotton 80s Dress
By boy london
Located in San Diego, CA
Extremely rare Documented vintage BOY LONDON 'American Flag' dress! My heart literally skipped
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1980s English Cocktail Dresses

Rare 1950s Larger Plus Size Train + Horse + Carriage Novelty Print Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and rare larger plus size 1950s novelty cotton dress! Features whimsical prints of trains, toy
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1930's Cartwright Ivory Striped Silk Rayon Cut-Out Maxi Dress & Jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The vibrant rainbow-stripe used on this ivory silk rayon 1930's "Cartwright" designer dress
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1930s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

Rodarte 2011 Runway Embroidered Tulle Wood Dress
By Rodarte
Located in Boca Raton, FL
likes of Tilda Swinton, Rihanna, and Rooney Mara. True to their typical whimsical fashion, the Mulleavy
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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano Blanche DuBois Clam Dress, ss 1988
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival John Galliano Clam Dress ▪ Blanche DuBois collection, Spring-Summer 1988 ▪ Sold by One
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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jane Booke Silver Cross Back Silver Slip Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Jane Booke Silver Cross Back Silver Slip Dress is an stunning and unique piece! It is made of
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

2008 Runway Jeremy Scott Novelty Grandfather Clock Dress
By Jeremy Scott
Located in London, GB
Runway documented Jeremy Scott novelty grandfather clock dress from his autumn / winter 2008
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Early 2000s American Formal Wear

Nina Ricci Ivory Silk Feather Embellished Dress, Spring 2016
By Nina Ricci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
matching white add a whimsical touch. Finishing below the knee, this dress is a perfect blend of modest and
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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci Coveted Runway Tartan Plaid Hi Low Dress Gown
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Michele’s whimsical style with British inspired touches. The result was a highly imaginative eye catching
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

1990s Moschino Black Velvet Dress With Novelty Vinyl Appliques
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in London, GB
Fantastic 1990s Moschino Cheap and Chic early label black velvet shift dress with novelty vinyl
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Todd Oldham Black Accented with Double-Chain Rhinestone Evening Dress
By Todd Oldham
Located in New York, NY
whimsical evening double-chain rhinestone encrusted slightly flared black evening dress is accented with six
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rodarte Fall 2015 Lace Crystal Embellished Feather Trim Mini Dress
By Rodarte
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Award, a CFDA, and a Domani Fashion Award. True to their typical whimsical fashion, the Mulleavy sisters
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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moschino Couture Pink Printed Satin & Polka Dot Tulle Sleeveless Sheath Dress M
By Moschino Couture
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Moschino Couture dress is a striking blend of elegance and playfulness. It features a satin
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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano knit jersey maxi dress with patchwork motif, fw 2004
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano knitted maxi dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2004 ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪Expertly
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior Couture 1987 Magenta Evening Dress w Crystals by Marc Bohan
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Portland, OR
1987 collection, in a daring magenta pink,. This dress is an example of the exceptional artistry of
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Faust Elegant Little Turquoise Dress with Ruffles
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful elegant turquoise dress by Faust from the 1990s, made in France. ORIGINAL LABELS. The
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1990s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier Cyberbaba Cyberdot Optical Illusion 1995 Coat Jacket Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in PARIS, FR
Iconic Cyberbaba dress by Jean Paul Gaultier! From the Autumn/Winter 1995 Collection! For sale is
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

NEW VERSACE SILK SEA SHELL PRINT GOWN DRESS Sz IT 38 - 2
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
designed dresses, bags, and swimwear. Here is a creation from that time. This one shoulder silhouette was
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Leonard Paris Silk Floral Floral Print Open Square-Back Maxi Dress, 1970s
By Leonard of Paris, Leonard
Located in Boca Raton, FL
to comfortable yet elegant designs. In a sense, every Leonard dress is a canvas on which beautiful
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Byblos Violet Showy Silk Dress with Flounced Skirt
By Byblos
Located in Milano, IT
Fabulous little purple silk dress by Byblos from the 1990s. Made in Italy. ORIGINAL LABEL. The
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1990s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Spring/Summer 2011 Alexander McQueen Folklore Fin Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Whimsical Alexander McQueen Folklore Fin dress from the Spring/Summer 2011 collection. From one of
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1994 Moschino Couture Documented 'Heartbreaker' Print Silk Convertible Dress
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
dress dating back to his documented 1994 spring/summer runway collection. Moschino called himself half
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1990s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Black Beaded Textured Slip Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in London, GB
Textured black wool A-line Moschino shift dress. The front features a gentle round neckline whilst
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Miss. Magnin Black Cocktail Dress w/ Ruffled Skirt, 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Black Cocktail Dress w/ Ruffled Skirt, 1960s. Elegant high collar with set pleated ruffles matches
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1960s Cocktail Dresses

New VERSACE Julie Verhoeven Print Silk Dress 38 - 2
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
BRAND NEW VERSACE DRESS Printed silk and chic design ensure a stunning silhouette
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green silk PLATOS ATLANTIS PRAYING MANTIS GOWN Dress L
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
sides which gives the dress a whimsical elusion. Closes on the back with a concealed zipper. Lined in
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2010s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

La Perla "Peacock Feathers" Two-Way Pullover Silk Jersey Tapered Dress
By La Perla
Located in New York, NY
La Perla wonderfully whimsical elegant "Peacock Feathers" silk jersey pullover form
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1990s Italian Chemises

1990s Nicole Miller Vintage Black and White ' Chess ' Embroidered Black Dress 4
By Nicole Miller
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and rare early 1990s NICOLE MILLER little black novelty "Chess' dress! Flirty fit, with a
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

rare MOSCHINO Couture! 2014 Junk Food Potato Chip ruffle one shoulder gown dress
By Moschino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare MOSCHINO Couture! 2014 Junk Food Potato Chip ruffle one shoulder gown dress IT40 S Reference
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2010s Ball Gowns

Vintage 1950's Emma Domb Red Roses Illusion Print Tulle Full-Skirt Party Dress
By Emma Domb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely sensational Emma Domb red roses floral tulle full-skirt party dress dating back to
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1950s American Wedding Dresses

The Attico Karen Pixel Print Georgette Minidress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
unforgettable entrance and exit. The sheer pastel purple and green gradient fabric adds a dreamy and whimsical
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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Donna Karan 2006 Iridescent Blue Taffeta Gown
By Donna Karan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
taffeta, this gown creates a dark fairytale illusion in black/blue. Embrace the whimsical and take risks
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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Christian Dior 1980s Burgundy & Metallic Gold Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
long scarf accompanies the dress, serving as a stylish belt to cinch the waist or transforming into a
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1980s French Evening Gowns

Rodarte Tie Dye Beaded Embroidered Silk Gown F/W 2013 Runway
By Rodarte
Located in Boca Raton, FL
, a CFDA, and a Domani Fashion Award. True to their typical whimsical fashion, the Mulleavy sisters
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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1970's Holly's Harp Bird Garden Print Burgundy Brocade Bias-Cut Gown
By Hollys Harp
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A truly breathtaking and extremely rare Holly's Harp whimsical bird garden print bias-cut gown
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1970s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage 1980s Paris Couture Black White Novelty Champagne Glasses Hourglass Gown
By Tan Giudicelli
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A whimsical and totally unique 'champagne flutes and sequined bubbles' novelty black and white
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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier Versatile 2-Piece Body-Hugging Ensemble
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
ways...As a full-length gown, a dress, a maxi skirt from day-into-the-evening. Made with two layers of
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Rutina Wesley's Lavender & Cream Paul Campbell Couture Wedding Gown circa 2005
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This whimsical wedding ensemble is the property of True Blood star Rutina Wesley and her marriage
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wedding Dresses

rare MOSCHINO Couture! 2014 Runway orange Cheetos Junk Food print bow gown IT38
By Moschino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
collection. Boned corset. Striped oversized bow bust. Wrap slit at front. Whimsical Cheetos print with
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2010s Ball Gowns

Black Multi Floral High-Waisted Satin Gown
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming, whimsical, lovely! This playful gown in 100% luxurious silk charmeuse was shown in the
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1960s North American Empire Waist Dresses

1960s Rodrigues Vibrant Multi Color Print Dress
By Rodrigues
Located in Houston, TX
an silk embroidered stripe throughout this perfectly whimsical dress. The dress also features a back
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1960s American Day Dresses

Young Dimensions for Saks Fifth Avenue MOD Maxi Dress Size 4.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Young Dimension for Saks Fifth Avenue 1980s MOD Maxi whimsical dress is a size 4. Ladies please
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1980s American Maxi Dresses

1980s Haute Couture Guy Laroche whimsical Cocktail Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1980s saloon girl style haute couture Guy Laroche cocktail dress in black velvet, red satin, tulle
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Patrick Kelly 1980s Black Wool Knit 'Rainbow' Mini Dress Size 4.
Located in Atlanta, GA
to describe this dress is whimsical, it is music to the ears. Wear your Tom Ford heels with this and
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1980s Italian Mini Dress

Robert David Morton 1970s Brown Jersey Maxi Dress with pockets Size 8.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Robert-David Morton 1970s brown jersey maxi evening dress with pockets is a size 8. This piece came
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1970s American Maxi Dress

Lanvin Cocktail Dress With Zig Zag Neckline & Polka Dots, IT 36
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Bethesda, MD
Vintage Lanvin 1980s strapless cocktail dress. Timeless and whimsical, the dress features a black
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1980s French Day Dresses

Fantastic 1980s Bob Mackie Arrows of Love Mini Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Houston, TX
Bob Mackie does it again with this fantastically whimsical arrow strap dress! The back...the back
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Louis Feraud 1980s Silk Navy Dress Size 6. Never Worn.
By Louis Feraud
Located in Atlanta, GA
treasure will fit your lovely body. Colorful & whimsical pattern with 6 round gold buttons this dress was
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1980s German Aesthetic Day Dresses

Geoffrey Beene Silk Floral and Polka Dot Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Houston, TX
1980s Geoffrey Beene whimsical printed silk floor length dress. Composed of silk dot mesh and
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Whimsical Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of whimsical dresses for sale on 1stDibs. Our collection of whimsical dresses includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gray, Brown and more. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding appealing whimsical dresses such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic and Moschino Couture each produced popular versions that are 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 are Whimsical Dresses?

Prices for whimsical dresses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $199 and can go as high as $13,750, while these items, on average, fetch $975.

Finding the Right Evening Dresses and Gowns for You

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. 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.

Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. 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. 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.

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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