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1970s Albert Capraro Yellow Mexican Blanket Maxi Dress
1970s Albert Capraro Yellow Mexican Blanket Maxi Dress

1970s Albert Capraro Yellow Mexican Blanket Maxi Dress

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1970s yellow wool blend day gown from the designer Albert Capraro. The pattern on the dress resembles a traditional Mexican blanket with navy, pink and white horizontal stripes along...

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Lily Pulitzer Logo Print Maxi Dress
Lily Pulitzer Logo Print Maxi Dress

Lily Pulitzer Logo Print Maxi Dress

By Lilly Pulitzer

Located in New York, NY

Charming Lily Pulitzer Logo Print Maxi Dress from the 1980's. Crafted in a crisp cotton blend with colorful bouquets on a bright yellow ground.

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1980s American Maxi Dresses

Celine Phoebe Philo Resort 2018 Maxi Dress w/ Cut Outs in Yellow Linen
Celine Phoebe Philo Resort 2018 Maxi Dress w/ Cut Outs in Yellow Linen

Celine Phoebe Philo Resort 2018 Maxi Dress w/ Cut Outs in Yellow Linen

By Phoebe Philo, Celine

Located in London, GB

CELINE BY PHOEBE PHILO RESORT 2018 GATHERED MAXI DRESS WITH CUT OUTS IN YELLOW LINEN SIZE 38 FR Celine by Phoebe Philo dress in bright yellow linen viscose from the Resort 2018 coll...

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2010s Italian Maxi Dresses

Vintage KIKI HART Yellow and Green Sleeveless Maxi Dress w/ Belt
Vintage KIKI HART Yellow and Green Sleeveless Maxi Dress w/ Belt

Vintage KIKI HART Yellow and Green Sleeveless Maxi Dress w/ Belt

By Kiki Hart

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Product details: Yellow and green geometric, abstract, circle pattern Featuring v- neck cut out, and belt details Sleeveless Floor length Rear zip and two hooks closure Neiman Marc...

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Late 20th Century American Maxi Dresses

1970s Vintage Yellow Cotton Voile + Lace Off - Shoulder Peasant Boho Maxi Dress
1970s Vintage Yellow Cotton Voile + Lace Off - Shoulder Peasant Boho Maxi Dress

1970s Vintage Yellow Cotton Voile + Lace Off - Shoulder Peasant Boho Maxi Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Breathtakingly beautiful 70s pale yellow soft cotton voile and lace maxi dress! Features an incredible amount of craftsmanship, with heavy attention to detail.

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

1970s Neon Lime Green + Yellow Paint Splatter Vintage 70s Chiffon Maxi Dress
1970s Neon Lime Green + Yellow Paint Splatter Vintage 70s Chiffon Maxi Dress

1970s Neon Lime Green + Yellow Paint Splatter Vintage 70s Chiffon Maxi Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Superb 1970s neon lime green and yellow 'paint splatter' chiffon boho maxi dress! FItted bodice, with a wrap-around style belt and short flutter sleeves.

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Beautiful 1970s Emma Domb Yellow + Orange Flower Chiffon Long Sleeve Maxi Dress
Beautiful 1970s Emma Domb Yellow + Orange Flower Chiffon Long Sleeve Maxi Dress

Beautiful 1970s Emma Domb Yellow + Orange Flower Chiffon Long Sleeve Maxi Dress

By Emma Domb

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous vintage 70s EMMA DOMB yellow chiffon long sleeve maxi dress! Primary yellow color, with pastel pink, green, orange and white flowers printed throughout.

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

rare DONNA KARAN Vintage yellow floral print ruffle collar maxi dress
rare DONNA KARAN Vintage yellow floral print ruffle collar maxi dress

rare DONNA KARAN Vintage yellow floral print ruffle collar maxi dress

By Donna Karan

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare DONNA KARAN Vintage yellow floral print ruffle collar maxi dress Reference: TGAS/E00468 Brand: Donna Karan Collection: Signature Material: Fabric Color: Yellow, Multicolour Patt...

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1990s Maxi Dress

1970s Charm of Hollywood Boho Chic Flower 70s Vintage Yellow Brown Maxi Dress
1970s Charm of Hollywood Boho Chic Flower 70s Vintage Yellow Brown Maxi Dress

1970s Charm of Hollywood Boho Chic Flower 70s Vintage Yellow Brown Maxi Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 1970s CHARM OF HOLLYWOOD flower and polka dot print cotton maxi dress ! Features a brown and white polka dot bodice, with ruffles around the neck. Ties at center bust. Hidden...

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Sunny Gold and Lemon Yellow Cotton V-Neck Short Sleeve A-Line Maxi Dress
Sunny Gold and Lemon Yellow Cotton V-Neck Short Sleeve A-Line Maxi Dress

Sunny Gold and Lemon Yellow Cotton V-Neck Short Sleeve A-Line Maxi Dress

By Barbara Tfank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A "ray of sunshine," this beautiful dress in Golden yellow cotton, the perfect maxi dress, adorned with gold sunflowers that highlight it is a perfect spring to summer dress.

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Early 2000s American Maxi Dress

S/S 2000 Thierry Mugler Canary Yellow Chiffon Dress with Matching Shawl
S/S 2000 Thierry Mugler Canary Yellow Chiffon Dress with Matching Shawl

S/S 2000 Thierry Mugler Canary Yellow Chiffon Dress with Matching Shawl

By Thierry Mugler

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a gorgeous canary yellow chiffon Thierry Mugler gown with a matching shawl designed by Manfred Mugler. This stunning Spring/Summer 2000 dress features spaghetti straps wit...

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Early 2000s French Maxi Dresses

Proenza Schouler Silk Chiffon Bead Trim Maxi Dress US 2 Crochet & Velvet
Proenza Schouler Silk Chiffon Bead Trim Maxi Dress US 2 Crochet & Velvet

Proenza Schouler Silk Chiffon Bead Trim Maxi Dress US 2 Crochet & Velvet

By Proenza Schouler

Located in San Diego, CA

Proenza Schouler Silk Maxi Dress - Yellow Velvet Bodice Beaded Crochet Trim size US 2 This Proenza Schouler silk-chiffon maxi dress is a masterpiece of texture and contrast, perfec...

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2010s Chinese Maxi Dress

S/S 2000 John Galliano Canary Yellow Knit Distressed Heart Stretch Knit Dress
S/S 2000 John Galliano Canary Yellow Knit Distressed Heart Stretch Knit Dress

S/S 2000 John Galliano Canary Yellow Knit Distressed Heart Stretch Knit Dress

By John Galliano

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a gorgeous canary yellow John Galliano knit gown. From Galliano's Spring/Summer 2000 collection, this knit slip dress features a wide scoop neckline and back. The dress fe...

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Early 2000s French Maxi Dresses

1970s Ursula of Switzerland Orange and Yellow Paint Stroke Dress
1970s Ursula of Switzerland Orange and Yellow Paint Stroke Dress

1970s Ursula of Switzerland Orange and Yellow Paint Stroke Dress

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Ursula of Switzerland poly jersey maxi dress from the 1970s featuring an orange, yellow and green abstract paint brush print.

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1970s Swiss Maxi Dresses

Sunburst Pleated 70s Dress
Sunburst Pleated 70s Dress

Sunburst Pleated 70s Dress

Located in New York, NY

Sunburst pleated dress with a huge circular sweep skirt from the 1970s. Wonderful yellow pink and blue marbleized swirl print with contrast trim. Attached pink belt that wraps around...

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Pastel Pink and Yellow Chiffon Angel Wing Draped High Low Dress
Roberto Cavalli Pastel Pink and Yellow Chiffon Angel Wing Draped High Low Dress

Roberto Cavalli Pastel Pink and Yellow Chiffon Angel Wing Draped High Low Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Float through the summer in style with the Roberto Cavalli dress. Its beautiful pastel colors of yellow and pink, paired with the flowing draped angelic fabric, will have you looking...

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21st Century and Contemporary Maxi Dresses

RUDI GERNREICH c.1970 Pink Yellow Triangle Knit Choker Necklace Halter Top Dress
RUDI GERNREICH c.1970 Pink Yellow Triangle Knit Choker Necklace Halter Top Dress

RUDI GERNREICH c.1970 Pink Yellow Triangle Knit Choker Necklace Halter Top Dress

By Rudi Gernreich

Located in Thiensville, WI

RUDI GERNREICH c.1970 Pink Yellow Triangle Knit Choker Necklace Halter Top Dress - New Old Stock Circa: 1970 Label(s): Rudi Gernreich Design for Harmon Knitwear Designer: Rudi Cern...

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Vintage Norma Walters Size 8 Black + White + Yellow Abstract Drop Waist Dress
Vintage Norma Walters Size 8 Black + White + Yellow Abstract Drop Waist Dress

Vintage Norma Walters Size 8 Black + White + Yellow Abstract Drop Waist Dress

By Norma Walters

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible vintage 1980s NORMA WALTERS black, white and yellow abstract drop waist silk maxi dress! Features a billow fit dolman sleeve blosue, with elastic waistband and flirt full ...

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1980s Hong Kong Maxi Dress

Galanos Yellow and Black Polka Dot Crepe Gown
Galanos Yellow and Black Polka Dot Crepe Gown

Galanos Yellow and Black Polka Dot Crepe Gown

By Galanos, James Galanos

Located in New York, NY

James Galanos vibrant, one piece polka dot crepe gown with flounced ruffle at neckline from the 1970's. Timeless styling and beautifully crafted with an ivory silk chiffon lining and...

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Vintage 1960s 1970s Kimono in Yellow, Pink and Green Print
Vintage 1960s 1970s Kimono in Yellow, Pink and Green Print

Vintage 1960s 1970s Kimono in Yellow, Pink and Green Print

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage 1960s or 70s silk jacquard kimono with a cheerful pink, green, and yellow print that looks like abstract fans or florals. Vibrant pink dip dyed silk lining at interior bottom...

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1970s Japanese Maxi Dresses

Emilio Pucci 1970s Peach with Yellow print silk jersey empire gown
Emilio Pucci 1970s Peach with Yellow print silk jersey empire gown

Emilio Pucci 1970s Peach with Yellow print silk jersey empire gown

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful peach silk jersey gown with a slight boat neck, long sleeves, and an empire bodice. The print is of golden and light orange feathers with seamed strips of the same fabric a...

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1970s Italian Maxi Dress

2 Toned Raw Silk Caftan
2 Toned Raw Silk Caftan

2 Toned Raw Silk Caftan

Located in New York, NY

Elegant 2 Toned Caftan in chrome yellow and fuschia raw silk from the 1970's. Cut with identical dress inside so in theory is reversible. Bell sleeves with funnel collar. Slips over ...

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1970s American Maxi Dress

Roland Mouret, Sleeves maxi dress in yellow
Roland Mouret, Sleeves maxi dress in yellow

Roland Mouret, Sleeves maxi dress in yellow

By Roland Mouret

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Roland Mouret, Sleeves maxi dress in yellow. The item is in very good condition.

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

ETRO yellow cotton 2023 APPLE & PAISLEY RUFFLED MAXI Dress S
ETRO yellow cotton 2023 APPLE & PAISLEY RUFFLED MAXI Dress S

ETRO yellow cotton 2023 APPLE & PAISLEY RUFFLED MAXI Dress S

By Etro

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Etro dress is crafted in white poplin cotton with 3% elastane, featuring an intricate apple motif in yellow and multicolored tones. The fit-and-flare silhouette i...

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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

1970s Pierre Balmain Jersey A-Line Yellow Halterneck Maxi Dress
1970s Pierre Balmain Jersey A-Line Yellow Halterneck Maxi Dress

1970s Pierre Balmain Jersey A-Line Yellow Halterneck Maxi Dress

By Pierre Balmain

Located in London, GB

Pierre Balmain ran his eponymous fashion house until his death in 1982. This striking gown dates to the 1970s, the final decade of his tenure, and was produced under his Les Tricots ...

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1970s French Evening Dresses

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER JEAN'S Vintage Iconic "Fight Racism" Bodycon Maxi Dress
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER JEAN'S Vintage Iconic "Fight Racism" Bodycon Maxi Dress

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER JEAN'S Vintage Iconic "Fight Racism" Bodycon Maxi Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Nice, FR

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER JEAN'S vintage FIGHT RACISM blue and yellow bodycon maxi dress. As seen on KYLIE JENNER.

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20th Century French Day Dresses

Oscar de la Renta SS 2000 yellow grey stripe bustier corset maxi dress ball gown
Oscar de la Renta SS 2000 yellow grey stripe bustier corset maxi dress ball gown

Oscar de la Renta SS 2000 yellow grey stripe bustier corset maxi dress ball gown

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE An incredible gown by Oscar de La Renta from the Spring Summer 2000 collection Pale yellow corset style upper with a grey structured skirt that flares out beautif...

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Early 2000s American Ball Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Maxi Knit Dress fall/winter 1999
Christian Dior by John Galliano Maxi Knit Dress fall/winter 1999

Christian Dior by John Galliano Maxi Knit Dress fall/winter 1999

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in GOUVIEUX, FR

Christian Dior by John Galliano Maxi Knit Dress fall/winter 1999 . Christian Dior yellow and acid green maxi length dress .

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1990s French Evening Gowns

1970's Harmay Lemon Yellow Maxi Dress With Chiffon Skirt
1970's Harmay Lemon Yellow Maxi Dress With Chiffon Skirt

1970's Harmay Lemon Yellow Maxi Dress With Chiffon Skirt

Located in Houston, TX

Impeccable sunshine yellow dress by Harmay! This dress is full length with a jewel neckline, a chiffon skirt that beams down from the empire style waist. The top is decorated with fr...

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1970s American Empire Waist Dresses

Giamba Yellow Floral Print Chiffon and Lace Cut-Out Maxi Dress M
Giamba Yellow Floral Print Chiffon and Lace Cut-Out Maxi Dress M

Giamba Yellow Floral Print Chiffon and Lace Cut-Out Maxi Dress M

By 56G

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This stylish maxi dress is a fashionable and versatile piece that exudes elegance and comfort. With its long silhouette it provides a flattering and feminine look. Designed with chic...

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2010s Maxi Dresses

1960's Louis Feraud Yellow & Gold Metallic Maxi Dress
1960's Louis Feraud Yellow & Gold Metallic Maxi Dress

1960's Louis Feraud Yellow & Gold Metallic Maxi Dress

By Louis Feraud

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a stunning, mid-1960's vintage, yellow and gold metallic maxi-dress with long sleeves, a back zipper for closure, and a wide gold metallic cummerbund designed by Louis Feraud...

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1960s English Maxi Dress

Courrèges yellow dress, circa 1969
Courrèges yellow dress, circa 1969

Courrèges yellow dress, circa 1969

By André Courrèges

Located in London, GB

An amazing example of the modernist aesthetic that Courrèges was famous for, this saffron yellow maxi dress has a structured A-line silhouette.

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1960s French Day Dresses

Courrèges Yellow Dress, Circa 1969
Courrèges Yellow Dress, Circa 1969

Courrèges Yellow Dress, Circa 1969

By André Courrèges

Located in London, GB

An amazing example of the modernist aesthetic that Courrèges was famous for, this saffron yellow maxi dress has a structured A-line silhouette.

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1960s French Day Dresses

1960s Oscar de la Renta Yellow and Gold Checkerboard Print Evening Dress
1960s Oscar de la Renta Yellow and Gold Checkerboard Print Evening Dress

1960s Oscar de la Renta Yellow and Gold Checkerboard Print Evening Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Houston, TX

Brilliantly bold and wonderfully gold evening dress by Oscar de la Renta! The dress is maxi length, with short sleeves, a jewel collar, and a cinched waist.

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1960s American Maxi Dress

Chanel Runway Black Silk Chiffon Evening Dress Yellow Cashmere Trim, Fall 1994
Chanel Runway Black Silk Chiffon Evening Dress Yellow Cashmere Trim, Fall 1994

Chanel Runway Black Silk Chiffon Evening Dress Yellow Cashmere Trim, Fall 1994

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Chanel, Autumn-Winter 1994, sleeveless silk chiffon dress with shawl, V-neck, striped yellow cashmere trim, back invisible zip and fully lined. Bust 36”, Waist 30”, Hip 37”, Length ...

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1990s French Maxi Dress

70s Saks Fifth Avenue Jersey Knit Maxi Dress
70s Saks Fifth Avenue Jersey Knit Maxi Dress

70s Saks Fifth Avenue Jersey Knit Maxi Dress

By Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in San Francisco, CA

70s Saks Fifth Avenue empire waist, yellow jersey knit maxi dress.

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1970s Unknown Day Dresses

1970s Vintage Larry Aldrich Blue Yellow Pink & Purple Maxi Dress w Gold Metallic
1970s Vintage Larry Aldrich Blue Yellow Pink & Purple Maxi Dress w Gold Metallic

1970s Vintage Larry Aldrich Blue Yellow Pink & Purple Maxi Dress w Gold Metallic

By Larry Aldrich

Located in Portland, OR

This fun vintage Larry Aldrich maxi dress is from the late 1960's or early 1970's and it is in a gorgeous paisley print in shades of blue, yellow, green, orange, and purple with gold...

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Emilio Pucci Yellow Silk Knit Abstract Olympic Print Maxi, 1970s
Emilio Pucci Yellow Silk Knit Abstract Olympic Print Maxi, 1970s

Emilio Pucci Yellow Silk Knit Abstract Olympic Print Maxi, 1970s

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Houston, TX

Ethereal 1970's Pucci Yellow Silk Knit print. The Olympic inspired print boasts abstract sportsmen/women in various stages of sport. The archers' bodies are signed Emilio. Gown ha...

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1970s Italian Day Dresses

Lillie Rubin Collection 700 Vintage Dress in Yellow Jersey With Sash
Lillie Rubin Collection 700 Vintage Dress in Yellow Jersey With Sash

Lillie Rubin Collection 700 Vintage Dress in Yellow Jersey With Sash

By Lillie Rubin

Located in Portland, OR

This is a lovely 1970's sunny yellow vintage maxi dress from Lillie Rubin. This fun jersey dress has a self sash and closes with a back zipper.

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Red Yellow & Black Maxi Dress
Red Yellow & Black Maxi Dress

Red Yellow & Black Maxi Dress

By Roberta Di Camerino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage red, yellow, black and white Roberta di Camerino trompe l'oeil jersey maxi with sleeves.

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1970s Italian Maxi Dresses

1960s Mr. Dino Yellow Mod Printed Maxi Dress
1960s Mr. Dino Yellow Mod Printed Maxi Dress

1960s Mr. Dino Yellow Mod Printed Maxi Dress

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Add some color to your wardrobe with our mr. Dino Robinson's California dress from the 1960s! Mod Bold black white and yellow dot print on the bodice with a groovy tribal print on t...

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

1960's Annacat Yellow floral maxi dress
1960's Annacat Yellow floral maxi dress

1960's Annacat Yellow floral maxi dress

By AnnaCat

Located in Toronto, Ontario

A little slice of fashion history, and stunning to boot, this incredible dress from the late 1960's is by legendary London Boutique Annacat. Gold with tonal all over floral print and...

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1960s English Maxi Dresses

Vintage LEONARD Yellow and Black Print Turtleneck Maxi Dress w/ Belt Size 3
Vintage LEONARD Yellow and Black Print Turtleneck Maxi Dress w/ Belt Size 3

Vintage LEONARD Yellow and Black Print Turtleneck Maxi Dress w/ Belt Size 3

By Leonard

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Product details: Collar detail/ turtleneck Belted Featuring long flare sleeves Floor length Rear zip closure Made in France Giorgio Beverly Hills tag

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Late 20th Century French Maxi Dresses

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Yellow Maxi Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary yellow maxi dress for your needs in our varied inventory. Yellow is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Brown, Black and more in stock now. Finding the perfect yellow maxi dress may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions 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. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Ossie Clark, Emilio Pucci and Roberto Cavalli are consistently popular. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Yellow Maxi Dress?

Prices for a yellow maxi dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $116 and can go as high as $32,000, while, on average they fetch $755.

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Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

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. 

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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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Questions About Yellow Maxi Dress
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, maxi dresses are flattering. The key to choosing one that complements your curves is to look for styles that work with your body shape. For an hourglass figure, a maxi dress with a plunging v-neck and/or a fitted waist is often a good choice. Strapless tops and full skirts can balance a pear-shaped figure, while embellishments like ruffles and ruching can enhance an athletic body type. If you have an apple-shaped body, look for maxi dresses with empire waists, belts or swingy skirts. Shop a large selection of maxi dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the maxi dress was very popular in the 1970s. This was a strange transitional era for women’s clothing as they left behind more modest clothing and embraced a risque approach to style. This meant that in the 1970s maxi dresses sat alongside miniskirts in the same closet. Shop a collection of 1970’s-inspired vintage clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The best shoes to wear with a maxi dress is dependent on the occasion and design of the dress. Wearing flat shoes such as sandals are great for a casual outfit during the day. For evenings, heels could be substituted for elevating your look if a formal dinner or other event is in the plans.

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