White Satin Wedding Gowns
Nearly Naked White Satin Deco Wedding Gown w Transparent Lace Panels - XS, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
You would be forgiven for thinking this is an uptight wedding gown because of its age and sleeves
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1930s American Wedding Dresses
Size: comparable to size XS
Minimalist Ivory Lacquered Satin Ankle Length Sweetheart Wedding Gown – M, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
and military shoulders to create a simple but striking gown emblematic of its time.
Ivory wedding
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1940s American Wedding Dresses
Size: none; comparable to size medium
Ivory Satin Queen Anne Empire Wedding Gown w Adjustable Train/Bustle – XS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Duchess satin lend gravitas and modesty. Truly, fit for a Queen.
Ivory wedding gown of heavyweight
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1950s American Wedding Dresses
Size: none; comparable to size XS
Off-white lace and satin bow wedding dress Circa 1930's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white lace and satin bow wedding dress with snaps closure on the left side. Satin lining with
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1920s European Wedding Dresses
Vintage Lace Wedding Gown with Scalloped Edges and Long Sleeves Size Small
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage wedding gown is fabricated from layers of white lace featuring scalloped edges and
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20th Century Unknown Wedding Dresses
Ivory Pearl and Lace Graduated-Length Wedding Gown w Rose Bustle – XS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
With Taylor’s neck and waistline, Hepburn’s sleeves and Kelly’s lace, this wedding gown has all the
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1950s American Wedding Dresses
Size: none; comparable to size XXS-XS
90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk V Neck Sleeveless Gown
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk sleeveless gown with v neck satin lapel.
Size: 40italy, fit size 6
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1990s Italian Wedding Dresses
Off-white bustier wedding dress with furs on the waist Lillie Rubin
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-White bustier evening ( or wedding) dress with furs on the waist. Boned. Zip and hook&eye in
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Early 20th Century American Wedding Dresses
Jenny Packham White Satin Crystal Embellished Neck Wedding Gown L
By Jenny Packham
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Jenny Packham wedding gown is an exquisite masterpiece, featuring luxurious white satin fabric
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2010s Italian Evening Gowns
Chloe S/S10 ivory white beige chiffon silk layered sleeveless wedding dress gown
By Chloé
Located in Paris, FR
gown in what one would call off white/ecru, or a very pale beige
Sleeveless cut with raw cut edges
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2010s Unknown Wedding Dresses
1960s Creme Silk Sleeveless Cocktail Dress with Embroidery
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960s Jackie O Creme Duchesse Satin Silk sleeveless dress embroidered with black velvet floral
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1960s American Wedding Dresses
1940s White Satin Wedding Dress with Train
Located in London, GB
This enchanting 1940s satin wedding gown was retailed by “Bourne & Hollingsworth” and refers to the
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1940s British Vintage Bridal Gowns
Vintage White Lace Silk Ruffle High Low Wedding Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Indulge in sophistication and luxury with our White Lace Silk Ruffle Wedding Gown. Crafted with
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1980s Vintage Bridal Gowns
Brunello Cucinelli strapless cream silk chiffon layered wedding gown dress M
By Brunello Cucinelli
Located in Paris, FR
tight fitted look as is intended. This could also be a beautiful wedding gown for the less traditional
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2010s Italian Evening Gowns
White Edwardian Net Rosebud Afternoon Tea or Bridal Gown - XXS, Early 1900s
Located in Tucson, AZ
, this one would also make an unforgettable wedding dress (provided the bride is a size 000!).
White net
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Early 20th Century Unknown Tea Gowns
Size: none; comparable to size XXS
Vintage 1980s Paris Couture Black White Novelty Champagne Glasses Hourglass Gown
By Tan Giudicelli
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
satin gown by Tan Giudicelli of Paris. He was known for his surrealist approach to fashion and this
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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Travilla for Saks Fifth Ave Beverly Hills Beaded Lace and Silk Gown Size 16 NWOT
By William Travilla, Travilla
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A one of a kind evening gown, perfect for a summer wedding, and special enough to even be worn by
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1980s American Evening Dresses
1980s Samir Ivory White Lace Handkerchief Hem Embroidered Vintage 80s Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous 1980s SAMIR ivory / white lace embroidered handkerchief hem cocktail dress! Features a
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses
Size: Small / Small Medium
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Gorgeous 1960s Jean Lutece Ivory Silk Beaded Two Piece 60s A Line Dress + Jacket
By Jean Lutece
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 60s JEAN LUTECE Couture, by Roy Gaynor British Hong Kong ivory silk shantung two piece A-Line dress and swing jacket ensemble! Features wonderful silk shantung fabri...
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1960s Hong Kong Dress and Coat Ensembles
Size: Medium / Large
Edwardian White Cotton Lace Camisole w/ Ribbon Trim
Located in San Francisco, CA
Edwardian White Cotton Lace Camisole w/ Ribbon Trim. Buttons down front, cropped length, gathered to the waist. Ribbon inserted into the lace so that you can gather neckline to any s...
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1910s Camisoles and Shell Tops
New Versace Women's Real Fox Leather Leopard Print White Fur Jacket 46
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Collection Women's Fox Leather White Fur Jacket
Designer size 46
100% Real Fox, 100% Leather, Brown Leopard Print Design. White Leather Inserts on Sleeves, Sides and Coll...
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2010s Italian Jackets
Michael Kors Collection Red Angel Sleeve Dress
By Michael Kors
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Iconic American fashion designer Michael Kors launched his label at Bergdorf Goodman in 1981 and served as Creative Director for French fashion house Celine to critical acclaim. His ...
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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns
A Jacques Heim In Wool And Fur Couture Coat - France Circa 1960
By Jacques Heim
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1955/1960
France
Elegant Haute Couture skater coat by Jacques Heim dating from the early 1960s. Coat in wool mottled blue-king chevron effect. Collar, bottom of coat and flap...
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1950s French Coats
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Size: French equivalent 36/38
1880s Incredible Authentic Victorian Ivory Silk Lace Corset 1800s Couture Blouse
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible authentic Victorian Era (approximately 1880s) ivory silk lace corset bustier blouse! Features a fitted boned bodice with
hook-and-eye closures up the front. Puckered silk...
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1880s Blouses and Tops
Vintage Pucci Formfit Rogers Caftan & Maxi dress 1960s
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is quite an unusual piece for a Pucci as the entire body is a solid, with only print and color in the trimmings.
Beautiful and ethereal with twist!
You can still get your Pu...
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1960s Italian Kaftans
Julien MacDonald Pink Striped Knit Embellished Evening Dress, ss 2002
By Julien Macdonald
Located in London, GB
▪ Rare Runway Julien MacDonald Knitted Evening Dress
▪ Spring-Summer 2002
▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive
▪ Striped knit composition in pink with clear yarn accents
▪ Adorned with pr...
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Early 2000s English Evening Dresses and Gowns
Vintage 1960's French Couture Pink Gray Embroidered Lace and Silk Strapless Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In this gorgeous 1960's Vazken custom-made gown, the detailed construction and meticulous attention to detail are comparable to what you will find in modern haute couture. This gown ...
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1960s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Bob Mackie Ivory Sequin, Pearls & Nude Stretch Net Thigh High Slit Dress, 1980s
By Bob Mackie
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Bob Mackie is commonly regarded as one of the world’s most prolific costume designers with his designs gracing stages and screens all over the globe. He famously designed for the lik...
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1980s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns
Edwardian Filet Lace Sailor Collar Blouse, 1910s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Another example of the Edwardians’ love of contradiction, this blouse covers every square inch of the torso but does so with transparent filet lace, which reveals almost as much as i...
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1910s Unknown Blouses
New Etro Silk Fuchsia Color Floral Print Maxi Dress Italian 42
By Etro
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Etro Silk Floral Print Maxi Dress
Italian size - 42 ( please check measurements ).
100% Silk, Fuchsia Background with Multiple Print of Colorful Flowers - Yellow, Orange, Blue, G...
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2010s Italian Maxi Dresses
1950s Black Raw Silk Picture hat with Silk Handmade Flower
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Black Raw Silk Picture hat with Silk Handmade Flower and grosgrain ribbon edge
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1950s Hats
OOAK Vtg 1930's - 1940's Black Feather Trim Evening Ballroom Dance Dress Gown XS
Located in Thiensville, WI
One-of-a-Kind circa 1930's / 1940's deep ivory fine net / mesh evening gown. Black feather trim at straps and hem. Black embroidered detail at bodice. Dress zips at center back, an...
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1930s Evening Gowns
Oscar de la Renta Vintage Black Sheer Tiered Evening Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Vintage black sheer lace evening gown by Oscar de la Renta. Crew neck. Ruffle trim at cuffs and crew neck. Tiered skirt. Button closures at center back. 28" bust, 26...
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2010s American Evening Gowns
Moschino Vintage Black Cut Out Bow Tie Mini Dress, 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage Moschino mini dress with a cut out bow tie detail. Sleeveless sleeves and mini length.
Details:
Unlined
Rear Zip Closure
Marked Size: Unmarked
Estimated Size...
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1990s Italian Mini Dresses
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Important Pino Lancetti Hand Embroidered Duchess Satin Wedding Gown
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Important and Very Rare Pino Lancetti Antique White Duchess Satin Hand Embroidered Heart Swirls
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1990s Italian Wedding Dresses
1940's Exquisitely Designed White Charmeuse Wedding Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this exquisitely designed, 1940's vintage,
white charmeuse wedding gown with
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1940s Unknown Wedding Dresses
FAIRY TALE SATIN TULLE SEQUIN BUSTLE WEDDING DRESS
Located in San Francisco, CA
/bustle is an ivory satin trimmed with patterned sequin over a white tulle. This wedding dress is very
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21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Dresses
Stavropoulos 1970s White Chiffon Gown
By George Stavropoulos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Stavropoulos gown in layers of white chiffon with satin accents. Beautifully draped and
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1970s Wedding Dresses
1970s Lillie Rubin Silver Bodice Satin Wedding Dress with Pearls
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
gorgeous dress, ideally for a wedding. The chiffon bodice is embellished with silver beads and drips with
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1970s American Wedding Dresses
Satin Contemporary Square Ring 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
Our Satin Contemporary Square ring comes in different width. This listing is for 2mm band
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2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Satin Contemporary Square Ring 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
Our Satin Contemporary Square ring comes in different width. This listing is for 1mm band
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2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Satin Contemporary Square Ring 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
Our Satin Contemporary Square ring comes in different width. This listing is for 4mm band
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2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Satin Contemporary Square Ring 18 Karat
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
Our Satin Contemporary Square ring comes in different width. This listing is for 3mm band
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2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Zandra Rhodes
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in Topanga, CA
Rare, Zandra Rhodes cream and white rhinestone embellished silk chiffon with silk net ruffled
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1980s English Wedding Dresses
5.8 Gram 0.843 Carat 14 Karat Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamond Crown Ring, in-Stock
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
white diamonds, hand set in JeweLyrie signature twist bezels, punctuated with small bezeled brilliant
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2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1950's White Lace & Embroidered Tulle Floor Length Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
, possibly used as a debutante's cotillion ball gown or perhaps as a wedding gown. It has a satin lining, a
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1950s Evening Gowns
Carolina Herrera Cream Satin Strapless Wedding Gown w/ Beading
By Carolina Herrera
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a lovely wedding gown from Carolina Herrera. It is made of an off-white heavy satin with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wedding Dresses
Original White Silk Satin Bias Cut Wedding Dress with Long Sleeves, 1930s
Located in London, GB
This enchanting 1930s silk satin wedding gown is in impeccable vintage condition and of exceptional
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1930s British Wedding Dresses
Vintage 1930's Rhinestone Beaded White Silk Satin Bias-Cut Trained Bridal Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking ivory white liquid silk satin gown dating back to the mid-1930's Old Hollywood era
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1930s Wedding Dresses
MORPHEW COLLECTION Ivory Floral Rayon Satin Bias Cut Gown With Lace Trim & Tra
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
bridal dress this large. It was originally from the 1940s and is a white on white floral printed satin
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21st Century and Contemporary American Wedding Dresses
Vintage 1930's Champagne-Pink Silk Satin Floral Applique Bias-Cut Bridal Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking 1930's custom-made champagne silk satin gown from the Old Hollywood era of glamour
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1930s American Wedding Dresses
1990s Vintage THIERRY MUGLER White Crepe Gown with Cut Out Shoulder
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
satin fabric, Slit on the side.
Elegant and sexy. Perfect for simple and modern wedding / bridal gown
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1990s French Wedding Dresses
Vintage 1990s Gianni Versace White Silk One Shoulder Sari Inspired Gown
By Gianni Versace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Graceful and sleek Gianni Versace white silk gown. A very chic take on the Sari, combining wite
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wedding Dresses
1930's Ivory White Silk Bias-Cut Floral Applique Tiered Old Hollywood Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning ivory white shimmer silk-satin gown from the "Old Hollywood" era of glamour. The bodice
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1930s French Wedding Dresses
Alexander McQueen Lace Gown with Sun Belt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gown from Alexander McQueen
White lace with nude lining
Long sleeves
Includes white satin belt with
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2010s Wedding Dresses
Edwardian Damask and Chiffon Silk Ceremony French Labelled Gown Circa 1900
Located in Toulon, FR
satin embroidered with white, gold and silver sequins. Festoons of faceted steel beads and lace on the
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1890s French Wedding Dresses
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Size: Equivalent French Size 34
Vintage 2003 Christian Dior by Galliano Haute Couture Beaded Lace Bias-Cut Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
wedding gown with matching cropped bolero jacket. This incredibly rare numbered Christian Dior treasure
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Early 2000s French Wedding Dresses
Vintage 1950's Traina-Norell Couture Ivory Silk Satin Full Skirted Bridal Dress
By Traina-Norell
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
simplicity. The gorgeous garment is fashioned from luxorious mid-weight creamy white silk satin which feels
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1950s American Wedding Dresses
1930s Ivory Satin Wedding Dress with Cowl Neck and Beading
Located in London, GB
Amazing vintage 1930s bias cut ivory silk satin wedding dress with fabulous decorative collar
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1930s British Vintage Bridal Gowns
Vintage 1952 Nina Ricci Haute Couture Documented Ivory Satin & Black Velvet Gown
By Nina Ricci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
ivory satin gown back to her stunning 1952 fall-winter lifetime collection. This French fashion house
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1950s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Sarmi for I. Magnin 60s White Empire Chiffon Gown w/ Pink Bow
By Sarmi, Ferdinando Sarmi
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic 60s Sarmi for I. Magnin strapless gown in white silk chiffon, ruched empire bust line
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1960s American Evening Gowns
GHOST
By Ghost
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White satin and embroidered cotton wedding gown with chiffon straps.
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Late 20th Century American Wedding Dresses
1970s Mexican Cotton Wedding Dress
Located in London, GB
Original 1970s Mexican wedding dress in freshly laundered white cotton. We've sold a number of
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1970s Mexican Vintage Bridal Gowns
Strapless Ivory White Dress With Pearl Jacket, 1980's
Located in Atlanta, GA
A simple ivory white satin strapless dress with a period perfect bubble skirt topped off by a
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses
1960s Sarmi Cream Silk Evening or Bridal Dress
By Sarmi
Located in London, GB
the softest and finely pleated cream silk with a cream satin bow belt and button stand. It fastens
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Chanel Spring 2008 Runway White Woven Wool Mini Dress with Black Bow
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Very sweet Chanel dress from the Spring 2008 collection. White woven wool with layers of horizontal
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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dress
Vintage Leonard Paris Black Silver Peek a Boo Side Dress & Shawl Set , 1990s
By Leonard of Paris
Located in Boca Raton, FL
and shawl set is rare and one-of-a-kind.
Done in a silk stretch satin with black transparent sides
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns
1930s Original White Silk Satin Bias Cut Wedding Dress
Located in London, GB
This enchanting 1930s silk satin wedding gown is in really good vintage condition and of
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1930s British Wedding Dresses
Giorgio Armani Vintage wedding Dress in white satin, 2008
By Giorgio Armani, Armani Collezioni
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful and essential wedding dress by Giorgio Armani Collezioni from 2008. The dress is made of
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Early 2000s Italian Wedding Dresses
Vintage 1940's Ivory Embroidered Rhinestone Beadwork Satin Strapless Bridal Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In this gorgeous late 1940's ivory-white gown, the detailed construction and meticulous attention
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1940s American Wedding Dresses
Dolce & Gabbana White Satin Ceremony Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
dress could also be used as a second wedding dress
White satin colour
Materials :
65% acetate
29
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wedding Dresses
1950's Peggy Hunt White Lace & Green Satin Rhinestone Shelf-Bust Party Dress
By Peggy Hunt
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
tradition of Hollywood glamour. This romantic and ethereal ivory-white lace party dress is a wonderful
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1950s American Wedding Dresses
1920's French Beaded Rhinestone Ivory-White Silk & Tiered Lace Flapper Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
treasure trove of needle art. This beauty, fashioned from rich ivory white silk-satin, is lavishly
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Early 20th Century French Wedding Dresses
Valentino 03 vintage white ivory silk layered ruffle wedding maxi dress gown
By Valentino
Located in Paris, FR
Valentino Fall 2003 Look 63 full length gown - this would make the most beautiful wedding dress or
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns
White Lace Knee-Length Hip Pannier Robe Française Wedding Dress – XS, 1968
Located in Tucson, AZ
balance the skin revealed by the knee length. A velvet hammer.
White cotton lace wedding dress with wide
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1960s American Vintage Bridal Gowns
Size: vtg 10; comparable to size XS
Vintage Leonard Paris Black Silver Peek a Boo Side Dress & Shawl Set , 1990s
By Leonard of Paris
Located in Boca Raton, FL
and shawl set is rare and one-of-a-kind.
Done in a silk stretch satin with black transparent sides
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns
1980's Zandra Rhodes Peach Hand Painted Chiffon Dress
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in Toronto, Ontario
qualities. Fitted waist with off white satin ribbon. Excellent condition.
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1980s British Cocktail Dresses
Maggy Rouff, haute couture white gown, circa 1949
By Maggy Rouff
Located in London, GB
weddings or black tie events.
Constructed in white satin
Featuring peplum details on the hip and a
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1940s French Evening Gowns
Jean Patou Haute couture ivory dress, circa 1950
By Jean Patou
Located in London, GB
A stunning option for a wedding or summer party, this Jean Patou haute couture dress is the epitome
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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Oscar De la Renta Toreador Ensemble Embroidered Lesage sz 12
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Cloverdale, CA
, major gala, or for a guest at a white-tie wedding.
JAcket;
Bust 38"
Wiast 32"
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Neiman Marcus White Marabou Feather Coat worn In Ugly Betty
By Neiman Marcus
Located in Topanga, CA
White marabou feather cropped coat, lined in white silk. Worn by character "Hilda" over her wedding
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1970s American Jackets
1980's Holly's Harp White Satin Strapless Gown-SALE!
By Holly Harp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
REDUCED FROM $595!
White satin strapless dress from Holly’s Harp and Giorgio Beverly Hills
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Late 20th Century American Wedding Dresses
Zandra Rhodes Wedding Dress
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in Topanga, CA
Rare, delicate silk chiffon, hand screened gown adorned with micro rhinestones, pearls and
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1980s British Day Dresses
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White Satin Wedding Gowns For Sale on 1stDibs
Find an extraordinary variety of white satin wedding gowns available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for beige white satin wedding gowns and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in gray, white and more. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Finding appealing white satin wedding gowns such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Brunello Cucinelli, Chloé and Gianfranco Ferré each produced popular versions that are worth a look.
How Much are White Satin Wedding Gowns?
The prices for white satin wedding gowns start at $595 and top out at $4,004 with these items, on average, selling for $1,528.
Finding the Right evening-dresses 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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