Comme des Garçons by Tao, hand crochet and knit wool dress, 2007
By TAO Comme Des Garçons, Comme des Garçons
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
This Comme des Garçons by Tao dress is a sculptural fusion of hand crochet and fine knit wool, designed in an organically draped silhouette that captures the artisanal spirit of the ...
CHLOE multicolor & black wool 2022 CROCHET KNIT MAXI Dress 34 XXS
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chloé sleeveless maxi dress with a blue, yellow, pink and red crochet upper top part in wool (100%) and a long flared black skirt part in wool (78%), silk (17%) and ca...
1990S JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Black Wool Blend Knit Dress With Draped Sash
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
1990S JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Black Wool Blend Knit Dress With Draped Sash
Ivory beaded wool knit cocktail dress CHI CHI FASHION Circa 1960's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Ivory beaded wool knit cocktail dress with zip closure in the middle back.
ALAIA black & gold wool 2019 NAZARE CHEVRON KNIT MIDI Dress 36 XS
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Alaïa Nazare knit dress in black wool (46%), viscose (24%), nylon (20%), metal (6%) and elastane (4%) showcases the maison’s signature craftsmanship.
1980S DONNA KARAN Black Wool Knit Shawl Lapel Tuxedo Body-Con Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in New York, NY
1980S DONNA KARAN Black Wool Knit Shawl Lapel Tuxedo Body-Con Dress
$280Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage St John Collection By Marie Gray Beige Knit Wool Mini Dress
By Marie Gray
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage St John collection by Marie Gray Knit mini dress. St John beige wool knit unlined sleeveless mini dress classic chic.
1990S JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Blue & Brown Wool Jersey Strapless Cozy Knit Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
1990S JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Blue & Brown Wool Jersey Strapless Cozy Knit Dress
BALMAIN midnight blue wool 2018 BUTTONED NECK RIB-KNIT Dress 38 S
By Balmain
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Balmain bodycon knit dress in midnight blue rib-knit wool (with 6% polyester).
LOUIS VUITTON beige wool cream lace overlay V neck sleeveless knit dress S
By Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LOUIS VUITTON beige wool cream lace overlay V neck sleeveless knit dress S Reference: MELK/A00458 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Marc Jacobs Material: Wool, Blend Color: Beige, Cream...
ETRO cream wool 2021 GEOMETRIC SIDE SLIT KNIT MIDI Dress 42 M
By Etro
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Etro knit dress showcases a striking cream, black, and brown geometric jacquard pattern in wool (with 3% cotton), enhanced by blue and yellow embroidery for an ar...
GUCCI red & ecru wool & cotton 2023 STRIPED JACQUARD KNIT MINI Dress L
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Gucci sleeveless mini dress in red and cream jacquard knit wool (52%) and cotton (48%).
Azzedine Alaïa Black Wool Ribbed Knit Pleated Hem Fit & Flare Dress Circa 2010
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Sheffield, GB
A beautiful Classic Azzedine Alaïa Silhouette dress, circa 2010. Featuring a structured, ribbed jersey knit in black Virgin Wool, with a pleated, trimmed hem, square collar line and ...
CHANEL navy blue alpaca & wool 2018 18B TEXTURED KNIT Dress 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel textured flared rib-knit dress in navy blue alpaca (67%) and wool (33%) - please note the content tag is missing.
SNYDER 1950's Blue Wool Knit Iridescent Cocktail Dress Size 4 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dress is composed of a blue knit wool with iridescent accents.
1960s Charcoal Knit Wool Dress w Tiered Chinchilla Trim & Matching Adolfo II Hat
By Adolfo II, BULLOCKS WILSHIRE
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Charcoal Heathered Knit Wool Dress w Tiered Chinchilla Trim & Matching Adolfo II Chinchilla Toque Hat: From Bullocks Wilshire, this tailored Mod sleeveless dress is sleek and ...
Black knit cashmere and wool Louis Vuitton
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black knit cashmere and wool
Geoffrey Beene Purple Wool Knit Cowl Neck Drape Dress & Wide Patent Belt
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a fantastic 3 piece dress from Geoffrey Beene. It is made of a purple knit fabric and consist of the dress, a cowl neck drape that is not attached and a black shiny wide belt...
$480Sale Price|20% Off
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2013 navy wool contour cable knit vest dress S
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2013 navy wool contour cable knit vest dress S Reference: YIKK/A00218 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: 2013 Material: Wool Color: Navy Pattern...
$720Sale Price|25% Off
OLD CELINE 2010 Runway Phoebe Philo green wool cashmere cable knit dress S
By Celine, Phoebe Philo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE 2010 Runway Phoebe Philo green wool cashmere cable knit dress S Reference: NKLL/A00258 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Collection: Pre fall 2010 - Runway Material: Wo...
DRIES VAN NOTEN purple white wool 2022 NAYELI ZEBRA TURTLENECK KNIT Dress XS
By Dries van Noten
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Dries van Noten Nayeli knit dress in purple and ivory zebra-print merino wool (100%).
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Classique S/S 2007 Wool Knit Crossbody Belted Cocktail Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Thiensville, WI
Jean Paul Gaultier Classique S/S 2007 Wool Knit Crossbody Belted Cocktail Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Jean Paul Gaultier Designer: Jean Paul Gaultier Collection: S/S 2007 Style: Coc...
$580Sale Price|20% Off
1960s Kelly Green Virgin Wool Knit 60s Vintage Mod Short Sleeve Shift Dress
By KIMBERLY
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s Kelly green 100% Virgin wool knit short sleeve shift dress! Super soft virgin wool feels luxurious against the skin!
Comme des Garcons Homme Plus brown wool knitted v-neck sweater dress, A / W 1995
By Comme des Garçons
Located in London, GB
Autumn-Winter 1995
Lanvin Black Wool Blend Knit Floral Silk Print Short Sleeve Polo Neck Dress 4
By Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lanvin black wool blend knit with floral silk print, short sleeve, polo neck dress, fits like a 4.
SAINT LAURENT 2023 marron brown sheer wool blend knit side ruched midi dress S
By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SAINT LAURENT 2023 marron brown sheer wool blend knit side ruched midi dress S Reference: TGAS/F00446 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Anthony Vaccarello Collection: 2023 Material: Lyo...
2000S AZZEDINE ALAIA Lilac Wool Blend V Neck A Line Dress Knit Ruffle Trim
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in New York, NY
Tagged Size Medium 2000S AZZEDINE ALAIA Lilac Wool Blend V Neck A Line Dress Knit Ruffle Trim
1980s Karl Lagerfeld Royal Purple Double Knit Wool Body-Con Dress w Back Buttons
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Karl Lagerfeld royal purple double knit wool body-conscious sleeveless dress with back double-button closure.
CHANEL navy blue cotton & wool 2018 18A HAMBURG BUTTONED NECK KNIT Dress 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel braid knit dress in navy blue cotton (40%), wool (35%) and polyamide (25%).
Jean Paul Gaultier black knitted wool caged corset sweater dress, fw 1989
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
▪ Jean Paul Gaultier sweater dress ▪ Fall-Winter 1989 ▪ Constructed from black ribbed-knit wool ▪ Turtle neck ▪ Caged skirt made up of a lattice of corset boning ▪ Centre-front zi...
John Galliano yellow waffle-knit wool long sleeve turtleneck dress, fw 1999
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano yellow waffle-knit long sleeve dress ▪ Fall-Winter 1999 ▪ Outsized turtleneck doubles as a hood ▪ Waffle-knit and cable-knit combination ▪ Burgundy and pink felt sc...
Louis Vuitton Cashmere & Wool Sequins Dress
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Cashmere & Wool Sequins Dress Black knitted dress embellished with black and silver sequins at the front.
Geoffrey Beene Wool Jersey Day Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
Geoffrey Beene, wool knit, fitted day dress, having cap sleeves and an off center, curved closing at the neckline, embellished by a singular large wood button closure.
1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA black sleeveless knit dress with sheer hem
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black knit wool dress with semi sheer crocheted detail from Alaia dating to the 1990's.
RUDI GERNREICH Harmon Knitwear c.1971 Purple Red Mod Op Art Wool Knit Day Dress
By Rudi Gernreich Design for Harmon Knitwear, Rudi Gerneich
Located in Thiensville, WI
RUDI GERNREICH Harmon Knitwear c.1971 Purple Red Op Art Print Wool Day Dress VTG Brand / Manufacturer: Rudi Gernreich for Harmon Knitwear Circa: 1971 Designer: Rudi Gerhreich Style:...
Vivienne Westwood steel-grey open knit alpaca wool corseted mini dress, fw 1993
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Vivienne Westwood knitted mini dress ▪ Fall-Winter 1993 ▪ Constructed from steel-grey open-knit alpaca wool with graduated leaf motifs ▪ Nude internal corset produces a pronounced ...
1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA blue crocheted knit dress with flounced sleeves
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Blue, knit wool dress with crocheted detail from Alaia dating to the 1990's.
1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA black sleeveless knit dress with sheer hem
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black knit wool dress with semi sheer crochet detail designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the 1990's.
Louis Vuitton Cashmere, Silk & Wool Blend Dress
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
Louis Vuitton Cashmere, Silk & Wool Blend Dress Black mini knitted dress with Aztec embroidery to the chest embellished with silver beads.
JEANS CHARLES de CASTELBAJAC Face Novelty Print Long Knit Dress
By Jean-Charles de Castelbajac, JC DE CASTELBAJAC
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
JEANS CHARLES de CASTELBAJAC Face Novelty Print Long Knit Dress Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust, waist and hips: Shoulder: 13.38 inches (34 cm) Sleeves: 9 inches (2...
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld orange and brown knit and tweed jacket dress, fw 1995
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Chanel orange and brown rib knit wool dress ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Checked boucle jacket attached to front of dress ▪ CC logo buttons ▪ 4 front pockets ▪ Long knitted ...
New w/ Tags D. Exterior Italian Made Black Lightweight Wool Knit Skater Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand new with tags D. EXTERIOR Italian made black crochet lightweight wool long sleeve skater dress! Super soft lightweight Italian wool that stretches to fit. Features a scoop nec...
1910s Fine Knit Wool Walking Suit With Tiger's Eye Buttons
Located in London, GB
This coat is comprised of fine knit worsted wool in pale fawn with the softest to touch caramel coloured felt inserts on the bodice, collar and cuffs.
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2010 “Angels & Demons” Grinling Gibbons Knit Sheath Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2010 “Angels & Demons” GRINLING GIBBONS Skull Floral Wool / Silk Knit Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Designer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S ...
$240Sale Price|20% Off
MISSONI red brown wool blend signature chevron contrast knit poncho sweater
By Missoni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MISSONI red brown wool blend signature chevron contrast knit poncho sweater Reference: CC/A00414 Brand: Missoni Material: Wool, Blend Color: Red, Brown Pattern: Solid Closure: Pullov...
Luisa Spagnoli Grey Wool Knit Skirt Suit with Lace Details Elegant Set
By Luisa Spagnoli
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant and refined Luisa Spagnoli two-piece set crafted in soft grey wool, featuring a beautifully coordinated cardigan and skirt. This sophisticated ensemble stands out for its del...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2009 “The Horn Of Plenty” Houndstooth Knit Sheath Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Fitted wool knit sheath dress with curved side seams tapering in at waist; tapering out at hips.
RUDI GERNREICH c.1960s 2 Pc Wool Knit & Leather Open Jacket Shift Dress Suit Set
By Rudi Gernreich
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: RUDI GERNREICH c.1960s 2 Pc Wool Knit & Leather Open Jacket Shift Dress Suit Set Circa: c.1960’s Label(s): Rudi Gernreich Designer For Harmon Knitwear California Desi...
F/W 1999 Thierry Mugler Red Bouclé Asymmetric Chain Runway Bodycon Wool Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a bright red bouclé knit wool blend dress designed by Thierry Mugler for his Fall/Winter 1999 collection.
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
1960 Spectacular Mr. Blackwell Custom Rhinestone Jeweled Black Cocktail Dress
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in Gresham, OR
Blackwell Custom Rhinestone Jeweled Cocktail Dress. Black wool knit knee-length dress with an amazing Art Nouveau-style silver rhinestone, beaded and sequined front bodice!
Alaia Black 1950s-Inspired Little Black Dress w Full Skirt Eyelet Hem & Inserts
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Gresham, OR
Alaia Black 1950s-Inspired Little Black Dress w Full Skirt Eyelet Hem & Inserts: Rayon, Wool and Elastic Knit Dress In a Body-Conscious Silhouette.
$1,150Sale Price|20% Off
1990's AZZEDINE ALAIA black crocheted dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Classic, jet-black, knit wool dress with crocheted detail from Alaia dating to the 1990's.
Unavailable|$300
Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Wool Knit Dress
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Xiamen, Fujian
Multi color wool knit maxi dress with kimono sleeves from Vivienne Westwood Anglomania line.
Unavailable|$495
Yohji Yamamoto Asymmetrical Wool Knit Dress
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unusual sweater dress from Yohji Yamamoto is made of a muted green wool. It features one sleeve, and exposed breast, and open back. Tie at low center back. No other closures. Unl...
Unavailable|$900
Aldolfo Black Cotton and Wool Knit Dress
By Adolfo
Located in Henrico, VA
This beautiful Aldolfo dress is a black cotton/wool knit blend, and a high lace neck and back.
Unavailable|$900
1990s Azzedine Alaia Valentine Red Virgin Wool Knit Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Houston, TX
Bright rose red knit dress by the Azzedine Alaia, the "King of Cling"!
Luxurious and versatile, designer day dresses are as well suited to tea at an upscale hotel as they are to your next garden or rooftop party.
Today’s featherlight unisex day dresses — as well as the vibrant vintage day dresses of the 1950s and ’60s — look quite different from the heavy, fabric-rich de rigueur garments of the Victorian era. In the late 19th century, a woman of a certain standing might have multiple dresses to wear throughout the day: specifically, one or two for the daytime and one for the evening. For example, a long-sleeve silk dress with a prominently flared back and a round collar of gold beaded lace that hugs the neck would be suitable for stepping out during the day, while a velvet gown trimmed in silk embroidery but overall comparatively informal in appearance would be worn for afternoon tea at home. At night, a silk velvet evening dress could feature natural world motifs such as butterflies (a characteristic of Art Nouveau design) and have short sleeves adorned with lace and ruffles and a scooped neckline — the perfect attire for the theater.
During the 1920s, after all the chores were done, a woman would change from her housework clothing into a more fashionable day dress to run her errands or socialize. Some 1920s day dresses were brightly colored and featured bold patterns — a cotton dress with a dazzling floral print, perhaps, or, in the case of the more venturesome Art Deco apparel sold in high-end couture fashion boutiques of the era, semi-sheer silk garments embellished with three-dimensional beadwork or rich metallic gold lamé.
Today, a closet full of casual vintage day dresses is a must-have. Whether you opt for black, crimson or beige, day dresses bring an element of glamour to your next appointment, and in the summer, who doesn’t love a wonderfully simple, lightweight day dress cut in cotton and linen?
Because different fashion designers of every decade have offered their own take on the widely loved day dress, you’ll be able to find a variety of vintage and designer day dresses on 1stDibs. Search by creator to find enduring designs by the likes of Emilio Pucci, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior, or browse by period to uncover a scintillating collection of cotton and satin patterned dresses of the 1950s and ’60s.
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