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1960s William Travilla Green and Blue Sequin Dress
1960s William Travilla Green and Blue Sequin Dress

1960s William Travilla Green and Blue Sequin Dress

By William Travilla

Located in London, GB

He designed, arguably, the most famous cinematic dress in history, the white pleated halterneck dress for 'The Seven Year Itch' and was Oscar nominated 5 times winning for 'The Adven...

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1960s American William Vintage Dresses

Travilla Dress with Capelet 1970s
Travilla Dress with Capelet 1970s

Travilla Dress with Capelet 1970s

By Travilla, William Travilla

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black silk dress by William Travilla. It has a rounded neckline with an attached gathered elbow length caplet edged in black silk satin.

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1970s American William Vintage Dresses

1980's William Travilla Crushed Velvet Dress
1980's William Travilla Crushed Velvet Dress

1980's William Travilla Crushed Velvet Dress

By Travilla

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This is an absolutely stunning vintage dress from William Travilla from the 1980's! This incredible Boudreaux velvet dress has a deep v neckline, with detachable velvet belt to finis...

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1980s American William Vintage Dresses

1980s William Travilla Strapless Corset-Bodice Gown in Silver Lame w/ Foulard
1980s William Travilla Strapless Corset-Bodice Gown in Silver Lame w/ Foulard

1980s William Travilla Strapless Corset-Bodice Gown in Silver Lame w/ Foulard

By Travilla, William Travilla

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s William Travilla Strapless Corset-Bodice Gown in Silver Lame w/ Foulard: Boned strapless bodice is ruched to the hip with a swag caught up at a bow on the side. Back zipper. Ma...

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1980s American William Vintage Dresses

1980s William Pearson Deep Forest Green Duchess Satin Gown w Outrageous Feathers
1980s William Pearson Deep Forest Green Duchess Satin Gown w Outrageous Feathers

1980s William Pearson Deep Forest Green Duchess Satin Gown w Outrageous Feathers

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s William Pearson Deep Forest Green Duchess Satin Gown w Outrageous Feather Epaulets: A stunning gown from an American designer who began his career studying under Norman Norell....

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1980s American William Vintage Dresses

Travilla for Saks Fifth Ave Beverly Hills Beaded Lace and Silk Gown Size 16 NWOT
Travilla for Saks Fifth Ave Beverly Hills Beaded Lace and Silk Gown Size 16 NWOT

Travilla for Saks Fifth Ave Beverly Hills Beaded Lace and Silk Gown Size 16 NWOT

By Travilla, William Travilla

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Rare to find a evening dress of this quality in size 16. The dress has enough hem to make the deess longer by at least 3”.

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1980s American William Vintage Dresses

Dressed from Below - William Wegman (Colour Photography)

Dressed from Below - William Wegman (Colour Photography)

By William Wegman

Located in London, GB

Dressed from Below - William Wegman (Colour Photography) Signed and inscribed with title Two unique colour Polaroid prints, printed 1994 24 x 20 inches each The dogs, bewigged and b...

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1990s Conceptual William Vintage Dresses

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Polaroid

Ultra-Thin Dress Watch 18k "Ruser of Beverly Hills" circa 1950-60's
Ultra-Thin Dress Watch 18k "Ruser of Beverly Hills" circa 1950-60's

Ultra-Thin Dress Watch 18k "Ruser of Beverly Hills" circa 1950-60's

By William Ruser

Located in Wailea, HI

The Ruser Legacy William Ruser was the "jeweler to the stars," operating a prestigious boutique on Rodeo Drive.

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Mid-20th Century William Vintage Dresses

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William Travilla Vintage Black Evening Dress With Mesh Details
William Travilla Vintage Black Evening Dress With Mesh Details

William Travilla Vintage Black Evening Dress With Mesh Details

By William Travilla, Travilla

Located in Portland, OR

This vintage William Travilla evening dress has so many unique, fine details!

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1970s American William Vintage Dresses

William Pearson 1980s Little Black Evening Dress Size 6.
William Pearson 1980s Little Black Evening Dress Size 6.

William Pearson 1980s Little Black Evening Dress Size 6.

Located in Atlanta, GA

William Pearson 1980s three layered flowing little black evening dress will fit a size 4 - which is Matilda the mannequin's size as well as a size 6.

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1980s American William Vintage Dresses

William Travilla Vintage 1970s Charcoal Gray Wool Blend Day Dress w Scarf Tie
William Travilla Vintage 1970s Charcoal Gray Wool Blend Day Dress w Scarf Tie

William Travilla Vintage 1970s Charcoal Gray Wool Blend Day Dress w Scarf Tie

By Travilla

Located in Portland, OR

The top of the neckline is secured by fabric covered buttons. This dress is fully lined and labeled a size 8. The woman who originally owned this had a nice collection of William Tr...

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1970s William Vintage Dresses

WILLIAM PEARSON Designer Vintage Floral Green Dress Ribbon Ruffle Off Shoulder 8
WILLIAM PEARSON Designer Vintage Floral Green Dress Ribbon Ruffle Off Shoulder 8

WILLIAM PEARSON Designer Vintage Floral Green Dress Ribbon Ruffle Off Shoulder 8

Located in Asheville, NC

William Pearson, Floral Pattern, Double Layered Lining, Could be off Shoulder or on Shoulder, Satin Ribbon Tie in Back, Satin Ribbon Along Bottom, Full Skirt, Ribbed Top Material, Zi...

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1980s William Vintage Dresses

1970's Travilla Couture Ivory Chiffon & Lace Illusion Dolman Sleeve Bridal Dress
1970's Travilla Couture Ivory Chiffon & Lace Illusion Dolman Sleeve Bridal Dress

1970's Travilla Couture Ivory Chiffon & Lace Illusion Dolman Sleeve Bridal Dress

By William Travilla, Travilla

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Extremely chic late 1970's ivory silk-chiffon and rose-print lace bridal dress from the iconic Travilla label. William Travilla designed costumes for films and also opened his own sa...

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1970s American William Vintage Dresses

Jean Dessès haute couture pink dress, circa 1959
Jean Dessès haute couture pink dress, circa 1959

Jean Dessès haute couture pink dress, circa 1959

By Jean Dessès

Located in London, GB

Constructed in fuchsia pink chiffon Zip and hook and eye fastenings to the rear of the dress Unlabelled but carrying the William Vintage guarantee of Oscar de la Renta Excellent c...

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1950s French William Vintage Dresses

Gianfranco Ferre haute couture gown, Spring/Summer 1998
Gianfranco Ferre haute couture gown, Spring/Summer 1998

Gianfranco Ferre haute couture gown, Spring/Summer 1998

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in London, GB

Constructed in sheer ivory silk tulle and grey velvet Featuring hand-embroidery and an asymmetric train Concealed zip fastening and press studs to the rear Unlabelled, but bearing th...

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1990s French William Vintage Dresses

Vintage Signed DeLillo Rhodium Plate White Cabochon Rhinestone Dress Clip
Vintage Signed DeLillo Rhodium Plate White Cabochon Rhinestone Dress Clip

Vintage Signed DeLillo Rhodium Plate White Cabochon Rhinestone Dress Clip

By William De Lillo

Located in Easton, PA

1970s rhodium plated oblong white cabochon rhinestones & clear baguette rhinestones dress clip. Marked "DeLillo." Measures: 3.25 inches high by 0.88 inches wide.

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1970s American Modern William Vintage Dresses

Marilyn Candid on a Stroll Fine Art Print
Marilyn Candid on a Stroll Fine Art Print

Marilyn Candid on a Stroll Fine Art Print

Located in Las Vegas, NV

On film, Marilyn was dressed exquisitely by Oscar-winning designers Jean Louis, Orry Kelly and William Travilla, who dressed Monroe in eight of her films.

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1950s William Vintage Dresses

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, C Print, Archival Pigment

Marilyn Candid at Dinner Fine Art Print
Marilyn Candid at Dinner Fine Art Print

Marilyn Candid at Dinner Fine Art Print

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H 20 in W 16 in

Marilyn Candid at Dinner Fine Art Print

Located in Las Vegas, NV

On film, Marilyn was dressed exquisitely by Oscar-winning designers Jean Louis, Orry Kelly and William Travilla, who dressed Monroe in eight of her films.

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1950s William Vintage Dresses

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, C Print, Archival Pigment

Travilla Brocade Dress With Velvet Bow Belt, 1950’s
Travilla Brocade Dress With Velvet Bow Belt, 1950’s

Travilla Brocade Dress With Velvet Bow Belt, 1950’s

By William Travilla, Travilla

Located in Atlanta, GA

1950’s Travilla ornate brocade dress with a built-in velvet bow belt. The rolled collar dress zips and hooks at the back with hooks and snaps at the belt. The gorgeous fabric is an...

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1950s American William Vintage Dresses

William Pearson Velvet and silk taffeta evening gown
William Pearson Velvet and silk taffeta evening gown

William Pearson Velvet and silk taffeta evening gown

Located in New York, NY

William Pearson velvet and silk Taffeta evening gown has a velvet long sleeve top and the skirt is of striped silk taffeta. The multi-colored striped skirt are in colors of violet, g...

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1970s William Vintage Dresses

1970's Travilla White Silk Crepe Gown with Unusual Cord Decoration
1970's Travilla White Silk Crepe Gown with Unusual Cord Decoration

1970's Travilla White Silk Crepe Gown with Unusual Cord Decoration

By William Travilla, Travilla

Located in New Hope, PA

Oscar winning Hollywood Costume Designer William Travilla is best known as the designer of the white silk halter dress Marilyn Monroe wore in the film The Seven Year Itch in 1955.

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1970s American William Vintage Dresses

William Travilla White Chiffon Pleated Valley of The Dolls Dress, 1960s
William Travilla White Chiffon Pleated Valley of The Dolls Dress, 1960s

William Travilla White Chiffon Pleated Valley of The Dolls Dress, 1960s

By William Travilla

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960's white pleated dress by the great designer and Hollywood costumer, William Travilla, who designed some of the most iconic pieces in film history.

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20th Century William Vintage Dresses

Travilla Silk Applique Trim Dress 1970s
Travilla Silk Applique Trim Dress 1970s

Travilla Silk Applique Trim Dress 1970s

By William Travilla, Travilla

Located in Water Mill, NY

An incredible black silk dress by William Travilla. It is semi fitted with a wrap tie belt at the waist, a V neckline and a straight skirt.

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1970s American William Vintage Dresses

Unworn with Tags William Pearson Vintage Black Origami Dress
Unworn with Tags William Pearson Vintage Black Origami Dress

Unworn with Tags William Pearson Vintage Black Origami Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Incredible avant garde black dress by William Pearson with the original tags still attached.

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Late 20th Century American William Vintage Dresses

Museum Quality 1970s Travilla Vintage Metallic Gold + Black Silk Jumpsuit Dress
Museum Quality 1970s Travilla Vintage Metallic Gold + Black Silk Jumpsuit Dress

Museum Quality 1970s Travilla Vintage Metallic Gold + Black Silk Jumpsuit Dress

By William Travilla, Travilla

Located in Sparks, NV

Incredible museum quality vintage 1970s palazzo jumpsuit by William Travilla. Sheer silk midriff and balloon sleeves. Huge palazzo pant legs! Partially lined with rear zip and hook c...

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1970s American William Vintage Dresses

William Travilla 1980s Navy Cut Out and Rhinestone Detail Pencil Cocktail Dress
William Travilla 1980s Navy Cut Out and Rhinestone Detail Pencil Cocktail Dress

William Travilla 1980s Navy Cut Out and Rhinestone Detail Pencil Cocktail Dress

By Travilla

Located in San Francisco, CA

Travilla 1980s deep navy pencil dress with diamond shaped cutout detailing at chest. Round rhinestone covered silver buttons accent the corners. Back zip and hook and eye. Content...

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1980s Unknown William Vintage Dresses

1970s Travilla Vintage Black Long Sleeve Flapper Fringe Cocktail Dress
1970s Travilla Vintage Black Long Sleeve Flapper Fringe Cocktail Dress

1970s Travilla Vintage Black Long Sleeve Flapper Fringe Cocktail Dress

By William Travilla, Travilla

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous vintage black cocktail dress with long fringe by Travilla. Fully lined with rear zip closure and snap closure at wrists. The marked size is 10, but the dress fits like a mod...

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1970s American William Vintage Dresses

Vintage Travilla Lace Illusion Bodice Silk Chiffon Flowy Black Dress
Vintage Travilla Lace Illusion Bodice Silk Chiffon Flowy Black Dress

Vintage Travilla Lace Illusion Bodice Silk Chiffon Flowy Black Dress

By William Travilla, Travilla

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning vintage Travilla silk chiffon black pleated dress, with gorgeous intricate lace bodice. Chic ruffle hem, with bell/balloon sleeves that snap shut at cuff. Looks incredible o...

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1980s American William Vintage Dresses

Travilla 1970s Blue Floaty Chiffon Beaded Evening Dress with Sheer Sleeves
Travilla 1970s Blue Floaty Chiffon Beaded Evening Dress with Sheer Sleeves

Travilla 1970s Blue Floaty Chiffon Beaded Evening Dress with Sheer Sleeves

By Travilla

Located in San Francisco, CA

William Travilla vintage cobalt blue dress (estimated 1970s) featuring sheer detailing and beaded embellishment at waist.

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1970s Unknown William Vintage Dresses

Vintage Travillia Couture 1970s Hand Painted Kelly Green Silk Chiffon 70s Gown
Vintage Travillia Couture 1970s Hand Painted Kelly Green Silk Chiffon 70s Gown

Vintage Travillia Couture 1970s Hand Painted Kelly Green Silk Chiffon 70s Gown

By Travilla, William Travilla

Located in San Diego, CA

Absolutely stunning 1970s TRAVILLIA hand painted kelly green caftan gown! Features layers upon layers of the finest silk chiffon. Hand painted watercolor prints throughout the front,...

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1970s American William Vintage Dresses

Travilla 1950's Blue Silk Dress
Travilla 1950's Blue Silk Dress

Travilla 1950's Blue Silk Dress

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Size: approx. USA 8/10

Travilla 1950's Blue Silk Dress

By Travilla

Located in Toronto, ON

Vintage 1950's William Travilla blue dress. Blue sheer silk overlay with draped neckline, short sleeves, bow at centre back waist, and gathered design at back skirt.

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1950s American William Vintage Dresses

Jean Patou black dress, circa 1965
Jean Patou black dress, circa 1965

Jean Patou black dress, circa 1965

By Jean Patou

Located in London, GB

Constructed in black wool Featuring decorative stitching and buttons to the front Zip fastening to rear Unlabelled but carrying the William Vintage guarantee of Patou the dress is...

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1960s French William Vintage Dresses

Rudi Gernreich red maxi dress, circa 1967
Rudi Gernreich red maxi dress, circa 1967

Rudi Gernreich red maxi dress, circa 1967

By Rudi Gernreich

Located in London, GB

Wide inverted pleats at the front and back create a pronounced A-line silhouette with a flattering empire bust, while the dress has hidden pockets on the hip. Constructed in red w...

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1960s American William Vintage Dresses

Carven haute couture black dress & cape, circa 1969
Carven haute couture black dress & cape, circa 1969

Carven haute couture black dress & cape, circa 1969

By Carven

Located in London, GB

Constructed in black silk and point d'esprit Comprising of a strapless dress and evening jacket Zip fastening to the rear of the dress and hook and eye with rope tie to the front o...

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1960s French William Vintage Dresses

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William Vintage Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of william vintage dresses. Many people prefer Black william vintage dresses, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Green and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Finding appealing william vintage dresses such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Travilla and William Travilla 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 William Vintage Dresses?

Prices for william vintage dresses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $125 and can go as high as $3,595, while these items, on average, fetch $625.

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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. 

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