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Moschino Color Block Tuxedo Dress 1990s
Moschino Color Block Tuxedo Dress 1990s

Moschino Color Block Tuxedo Dress 1990s

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Moschino Color Block Tuxedo Dress 1990s

By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic

Located in Water Mill, NY

A whimsical dress from Moschino in black red and off white.

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Lillie Rubin Whimsical Multicolor '80s Sequin Body-hugging "Disco" Tank Dress
Lillie Rubin Whimsical Multicolor '80s Sequin Body-hugging "Disco" Tank Dress

Lillie Rubin Whimsical Multicolor '80s Sequin Body-hugging "Disco" Tank Dress

By Lillie Rubin

Located in New York, NY

The famed iconic Lillie Rubin located on Park Avenue during the 1970s and 80s, wonderfully whimsical multicolor '80s body-hugging "Disco" tank dress has a center-back invisib...

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1980s Italian Mini Dress

1990s Bellville Sassoon Velvet Slip Dress with Sequinned Bodice
1990s Bellville Sassoon Velvet Slip Dress with Sequinned Bodice

1990s Bellville Sassoon Velvet Slip Dress with Sequinned Bodice

By Bellville Sassoon

Located in London, GB

This is hands down the best Bellville Sassoon design we have ever had in Circa's collection and this whimsical dress is lined with crimson satin to the floor.

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1990s British Evening Dresses

Jeremy Scott New Moschino Chocolate Bar Dress
Jeremy Scott New Moschino Chocolate Bar 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 for Moschino Couture.

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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Saz by Surjit & Adarsh Gill Silk Cut Out Dress Dress, 1970s
Saz by Surjit & Adarsh Gill Silk Cut Out Dress Dress, 1970s

Saz by Surjit & Adarsh Gill Silk Cut Out Dress Dress, 1970s

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Done in 100% hand woven sheer silk, this Saz by Surjit & Adarsh Gill Dress is whimsical and seductive at once. The dress derives inspiration from the sister’s “mini-sari”, with its f...

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare 1950s Larger Plus Size Train + Horse + Carriage Novelty Print Vintage Dress
Rare 1950s Larger Plus Size Train + Horse + Carriage Novelty Print Vintage Dress

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 horses, drums, clocks, flowers, ships, cannons, crests, etc.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Spring/Summer 2011 Alexander McQueen Folklore Fin Dress
Spring/Summer 2011 Alexander McQueen Folklore Fin Dress

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.

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green silk PLATOS ATLANTIS PRAYING MANTIS GOWN Dress L
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green silk PLATOS ATLANTIS PRAYING MANTIS GOWN Dress L

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green silk PLATOS ATLANTIS PRAYING MANTIS GOWN Dress L

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

Flares from the back to the sides which gives the dress a whimsical elusion. Closes on the back with a concealed zipper.

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2010s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

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1960s Rodrigues Vibrant Multi Color Print Dress
1960s Rodrigues Vibrant Multi Color Print Dress

1960s Rodrigues Vibrant Multi Color Print Dress

By Rodrigues

Located in Houston, TX

1960's Rodrigues vibrant multi-color print dress with blouson sleeves. This lightweight dress has an silk embroidered stripe throughout this perfectly whimsical dress.

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1960s American Day Dresses

Young Dimensions for Saks Fifth Avenue MOD Maxi Dress Size 4.
Young Dimensions for Saks Fifth Avenue MOD Maxi Dress Size 4.

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 grab your tape measure so you can measure your bust, waist & hips to make certain...

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1980s American Maxi Dresses

2000s Diane Freis Whimsical Print Ruffle Hem Evening Dress
2000s Diane Freis Whimsical Print Ruffle Hem Evening Dress

2000s Diane Freis Whimsical Print Ruffle Hem Evening Dress

By Diane Freis

Located in Hong Kong, HK

The dress showcases a colorful abstract print, enhanced by intricate hand-beaded work, adding a subtle shimmer and enhancing its whimsical appeal.

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Early 2000s Chinese Evening Dresses

1980s Haute Couture Guy Laroche whimsical Cocktail Dress
1980s Haute Couture Guy Laroche whimsical Cocktail Dress

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 and feathers.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Patrick Kelly 1980s Black Wool Knit 'Rainbow' Mini Dress Size 4.
Patrick Kelly 1980s Black Wool Knit 'Rainbow' Mini Dress Size 4.

Patrick Kelly 1980s Black Wool Knit 'Rainbow' Mini Dress Size 4.

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sexy and clingy this Patrick Kelly dress is red carpet ready & worthy. The one word best to describe this dress is whimsical, it is music to the ears.

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1980s Italian Mini Dress

Lanvin Cocktail Dress With Zig Zag Neckline & Polka Dots, IT 36
Lanvin Cocktail Dress With Zig Zag Neckline & Polka Dots, IT 36

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 zig zag neckline, fitted bodice, boning, and is white with small black polka dots.

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1980s French Day Dresses

Fantastic 1980s Bob Mackie Arrows of Love Mini Dress
Fantastic 1980s Bob Mackie Arrows of Love Mini Dress

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

Geoffrey Beene Silk Floral and Polka Dot Dress
Geoffrey Beene Silk Floral and Polka Dot Dress

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 printed floral silk mesh, with a gold chain detail at lower waist.

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander McQueen black & white dress, Autumn/Winter 2008
Alexander McQueen black & white dress, Autumn/Winter 2008

Alexander McQueen black & white dress, Autumn/Winter 2008

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

This beautiful and whimsical strapless dress is embroidered with a fantastical scene of woodland animals and a pagan tree goddess, and is edged to the bust and hem in ivory silk.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1957 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress with Lesage Embroidery
1957 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress with Lesage Embroidery

1957 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress with Lesage Embroidery

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

Clustered bouquets of delicate silk ribbon embroidery are meshed with pale celadon, metallic silver and ivory embroidered and beaded leaves whilst the tiniest single blooms float whi...

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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Lagerfeld Silk Party Dress with Embellished Bodice
Lagerfeld Silk Party Dress with Embellished Bodice

Lagerfeld Silk Party Dress with Embellished Bodice

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fabulous and whimsical black silk party dress from Karl Lagerfeld is embellished with a double leaf-shape appliqué at the bust.

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1990s Cocktail Dresses

Arnold Scaasi 1980s Polka Dot Velveteen Dress
Arnold Scaasi 1980s Polka Dot Velveteen Dress

Arnold Scaasi 1980s Polka Dot Velveteen Dress

By Arnold Scaasi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Whimsical black velveteen dress from Arnold Scaasi embroidered all over with red, yellow and blue textured polka dots.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Geoffrey Beene 2000s One Shoulder Lace Cocktail Dress
Geoffrey Beene 2000s One Shoulder Lace Cocktail Dress

Geoffrey Beene 2000s One Shoulder Lace Cocktail Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wonderful, whimsical cocktail dress. Shirred one shoulder dress with full skirt.

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Pelush Black Boucle Faux Fur Dress With Guipure Lace and Swarovski Crystals - S
Pelush Black Boucle Faux Fur Dress With Guipure Lace and Swarovski Crystals - S

Pelush Black Boucle Faux Fur Dress With Guipure Lace and Swarovski Crystals - S

By Pelush - Luxury Faux Furs

Located in Greenwich, CT

Highlighted by a romantic floral French lace and adorned with sparkling Swarovski crystals, the fitted Princess cut silhouette outlines the natural shape of the body, while the playf...

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21st Century and Contemporary Princess Cut Dresses

Ronald Amey Graphic Print Dress
Ronald Amey Graphic Print Dress

Ronald Amey Graphic Print Dress

By Ronald Amey

Located in New York, NY

Ronald Amey "op art" print, whimsical dress with sequined detail at waist, collar and cuffs.

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1970s American Informal Dresses

Scaasi 80s Organza Cocktail Dress w/ Whimsical Bubble Print
Scaasi 80s Organza Cocktail Dress w/ Whimsical Bubble Print

Scaasi 80s Organza Cocktail Dress w/ Whimsical Bubble Print

By Arnold Scaasi

Located in Gresham, OR

A whimsical Arnold Scaasi Boutique cocktail dress from the 80s.

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Late 20th Century American Informal Dresses

Extravagantly Beaded, Whimsical Malcolm Starr 60's Shift Dress
Extravagantly Beaded, Whimsical Malcolm Starr 60's Shift Dress

Extravagantly Beaded, Whimsical Malcolm Starr 60's Shift Dress

By Malcolm Starr

Located in Gresham, OR

This 1960's dress from Malcolm Starr is wonderfully naive, with patchwork embroidery employing unusually shaped sequins, rhinestones, beading and even colorful wool yarn! This piece...

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1960s Shift Cocktail Dresses

1980 Whimsical Silk Chiffon Polka Dot Dress W/ Colorful Beaded & Sequin Florals
1980 Whimsical Silk Chiffon Polka Dot Dress W/ Colorful Beaded & Sequin Florals

1980 Whimsical Silk Chiffon Polka Dot Dress W/ Colorful Beaded & Sequin Florals

Located in Gresham, OR

A whimsical 1980s polka dot silk chiffon dress with colorful beaded roses at waistband: a fun flurry of patterns with an asymmetrical hemline that shows the lattice-patterned undersk...

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1980s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Silk Floral Lace Maxi Dress
Dolce & Gabbana Silk Floral Lace Maxi Dress

Dolce & Gabbana Silk Floral Lace Maxi Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Crafted from exquisite silk fabric, this bodycon dress features a whimsical floral pattern in shades of black, pink, white, and green, creating a stunning visual impact.

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Scaasi Multi-Color Floral "Swirl" Silk Dress
Scaasi Multi-Color Floral "Swirl" Silk Dress

Scaasi Multi-Color Floral "Swirl" Silk Dress

By Arnold Scaasi

Located in New York, NY

Scaasi wonderful multi-color whimsical floral "Swirl" silk dress is fully lined.

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1970s Hong Kong Evening Dresses and Gowns

Zandra Rhodes Iconic Print Midi Dress with Tulle.
Zandra Rhodes Iconic Print Midi Dress with Tulle.

Zandra Rhodes Iconic Print Midi Dress with Tulle.

By Dame Zandra Rhodes

Located in New York, NY

Black tulle at the sleeve hem and vertically placed on the dress body adds to the whimsical nature of the dress.

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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Geoffrey Beene Red and Black Dress
Geoffrey Beene Red and Black Dress

Geoffrey Beene Red and Black Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Geoffrey Beene, red and black whimsical cocktail dress. Dress has a fitted jersey bodice that ends at the hip with an open back and a ruffle neckline and cuff.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1960s Red and Gold Brocade Shift Dress
1960s Red and Gold Brocade Shift Dress

1960s Red and Gold Brocade Shift Dress

Located in London, GB

The brocade is comprised of a bright red base fabric with small red flower motifs picked out in a darker thread as well as large gold flowers in a very loose, whimsical outline. The ...

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1960s British Cocktail Dresses

ANGELO TARLAZZI Vintage Silk Handkerchief Gown maxi dress
ANGELO TARLAZZI Vintage Silk Handkerchief Gown maxi dress

ANGELO TARLAZZI Vintage Silk Handkerchief Gown maxi dress

By Angelo Tariazzi

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Angelo Tarlazzi Vintage Excellent condition F40 A mix between Y2K and Goth, this 2 piece whimsical Angelo Tarlazzi maxi dress does not disappoint.

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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

Issey Miyake 2006 Artist Series Pink Dress W/ "Dinos Eden" Print By Nathalie Lee
Issey Miyake 2006 Artist Series Pink Dress W/ "Dinos Eden" Print By Nathalie Lee

Issey Miyake 2006 Artist Series Pink Dress W/ "Dinos Eden" Print By Nathalie Lee

By Issey Miyake

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This dress showcases Lete's whimsical print, classic Fortuny style pleats, 3/4-length sleeves, a side slit, and an over-the-knee length.

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

The Attico Karen Pixel Print Georgette Minidress
The Attico Karen Pixel Print Georgette Minidress

The Attico Karen Pixel Print Georgette Minidress

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The sheer pastel purple and green gradient fabric adds a dreamy and whimsical quality to the dress, creating a truly eye-catching style.

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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moschino Couture Neckties Silk Bustier Dress
Moschino Couture Neckties Silk Bustier Dress

Moschino Couture Neckties Silk Bustier Dress

By Moschino Couture, Moschino

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous whimsical dress from Moschino Couture covered with silk neckties wrapped around the body at varying angles and patterns in blue, red and black.

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Vintage Bill Blass Silk Ladybug Dress
Vintage Bill Blass Silk Ladybug Dress

Vintage Bill Blass Silk Ladybug Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Water Mill, NY

Whimsical dress from Bill Blass in a pretty green silk highlighted with orange ladybugs of different sizes over an embossed circle patterned background giving the dress richness and ...

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1980s American Day Dresses

Moschino Couture Color Block Measuring Tape Dress
Moschino Couture Color Block Measuring Tape Dress

Moschino Couture Color Block Measuring Tape Dress

By Moschino Couture, Jeremy Scott

Located in Water Mill, NY

A whimsical dress in a light weight wool knit from Moschino Couture designed by Jeremy Scott.

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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Moschino ' LOVE IS IN THE AIR ' Dress With Wings
Moschino ' LOVE IS IN THE AIR ' Dress With Wings

Moschino ' LOVE IS IN THE AIR ' Dress With Wings

By Moschino

Located in Water Mill, NY

A whimsical dress in a black wool knit from Moschino.

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1980s Italian Day Dresses

'House of London' Black Abstract Deconstruct Whimsical Evening Cocktail Dress
'House of London' Black Abstract Deconstruct Whimsical Evening Cocktail Dress

'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-way zipper measuring 41 inches in gilded gold hardware.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970's EMILIO PUCCI archery print silk jersey dress with hand stitching
1970's EMILIO PUCCI archery print silk jersey dress with hand stitching

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 detail designed by Emilio Pucci dating to the 1970's.

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

2005 Matthew Williamson Nude Mesh Celestial Embellished Maxi Dress
2005 Matthew Williamson Nude Mesh Celestial Embellished Maxi Dress

2005 Matthew Williamson Nude Mesh Celestial Embellished Maxi Dress

By Matthew Williamson

Located in London, GB

This whimsical Matthew Williamson maxi dress is crafted from nude silk and is decadently embellished in a celestial theme.

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Early 2000s British Evening Dresses

1950s Whimsical Floral Embroidered Organza Dress
1950s Whimsical Floral Embroidered Organza Dress

1950s Whimsical Floral Embroidered Organza Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * embroidered floral organza * acetate/tulle lining * bodice stays * teared skirt * off shoulder straps * gathered neck line * metal back zipper co...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950's Whimsical Metallic Swirls Strapless Evening Dress
1950's Whimsical Metallic Swirls Strapless Evening Dress

1950's Whimsical Metallic Swirls Strapless Evening Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

1950's gold and silver metallic swirls party dress. Strapless bodice with stays. Organza with acetate and tulle linings. Metal back zipper. Excellent condition. Fits like ...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Issey Miyake Burnt Orange Pleated Dress
Issey Miyake Burnt Orange Pleated Dress

Issey Miyake Burnt Orange Pleated Dress

By Issey Miyake

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An architectural and whimsical cocktail dress from Issey Miyake's Fête line.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Cocktail Dresses

MOSCHINO Jersey Halter Dress with Rainbow Trompe L'Oeil Jewelry
MOSCHINO Jersey Halter Dress with Rainbow Trompe L'Oeil Jewelry

MOSCHINO Jersey Halter Dress with Rainbow Trompe L'Oeil Jewelry

By Moschino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Yet another fabulous, whimsical party dress from the house of MOSCHINO. The black jersey halter is decorated with trompe l'oeil multicolored "necklaces" and a fabulous "belt"--it's t...

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Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Dresses

GUCCI Floral Brocade and Lace Dress IT40 US 2-4
GUCCI Floral Brocade and Lace Dress IT40 US 2-4

GUCCI Floral Brocade and Lace Dress IT40 US 2-4

By Gucci

Located in Brossard, QC

Gucci's floral brocade and lace dress captures the whimsical spirit of the fashion house with its self-fastening neck tie, multicolour floral brocade and black sheer lace panels maki...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1970's Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr Sequins Maxi Dress
Vintage 1970's Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr Sequins Maxi Dress

Vintage 1970's Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr Sequins Maxi Dress

By Malcolm Starr

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

vintage 1970's dress * beautiful whimsical print cotton * covered in shiny sequins * acetate lining * back zipper * Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr condition | excellent ...

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1970s Cocktail Dresses

Frank Tignino Strapless Brown Velvet & Copper Tone Tulip Satin Gown
Frank Tignino Strapless Brown Velvet & Copper Tone Tulip Satin Gown

Frank Tignino Strapless Brown Velvet & Copper Tone Tulip Satin Gown

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This gown is fully lined. This dress is whimsical and a show stopper! For closure, a zipper at back where there is also a vent located.

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Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

Claude Montana Seashell Dress
Claude Montana Seashell Dress

Claude Montana Seashell Dress

By Claude Montana

Located in Topanga, CA

This Claude Montana print silk dress is perfectly whimsical. Featuring a seashell print and small dots, over exaggerated shoulder pads, and a sexy V back.

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1980s Italian Day Dresses

Vintage 1950's Hattie Carnegie Couture Whimsical Hand-Painted Cream Silk Gown
Vintage 1950's Hattie Carnegie Couture Whimsical Hand-Painted Cream Silk Gown

Vintage 1950's Hattie Carnegie Couture Whimsical Hand-Painted Cream Silk Gown

By Hattie Carnegie, Hattie Carnegie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A breathtaking Hattie Carnegie couture whimsical hand-painted cream silk gown dating back to the early 1950's. Hattie Carnegie led a fashion empire that set the pace of American fash...

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1950s American Wedding Dresses

PAULINE TRIGERE Strapless Feathered Dress
PAULINE TRIGERE Strapless Feathered Dress

PAULINE TRIGERE Strapless Feathered Dress

By Pauline Trigère

Located in New York, NY

A collaboration between the fabulous PAULINE TRIGERE and the lingerie company Form Fit Rogers, this dress is a whimsical and yet sophisticated dress.

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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moschino Cheap & Chic Vintage Watermelon Collar Dress, 1990s
Moschino Cheap & Chic Vintage Watermelon Collar Dress, 1990s

Moschino Cheap & Chic Vintage Watermelon Collar Dress, 1990s

By Moschino

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

A fun and whimsical vintage Moschino dress from the 90s by genius Italian designer Moschino, for the highly collectable Cheap and Chic line.

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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Located in Englishtown, NJ

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By Thierry Mugler

Located in Water Mill, NY

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Located in San Diego, CA

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Located in Water Mill, NY

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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By Versace

Located in Englishtown, NJ

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By Isaac Mizrahi

Located in Water Mill, NY

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Located in Zürich, CH

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Located in Switzerland, CH

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38
UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38

UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

Stunning Gucci by Tom Ford lace dress From his SS 1996 collection for Gucci Finest black lace Fully lined with nude silk Made in Italy Dry Clean Only Size 38 Seen in the AD campaig...

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1990s Italian Mini Dress

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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. 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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