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Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

Spanish, 1934-2023

Visionary designer Paco Rabanne first made a name for himself in the 1960s when he introduced dresses, handbags and other clothing and accessories that went against the common sensibilities of the time and challenged the public's perception of what fashion should be. By working with unlikely materials such as paper and Rhodoid — a cellulose acetate plastic often used to line baking pans — Rabanne forced the fashion world to reconsider materials and form.

Rabanne was born Francisco Rabaneda y Cuervo in Spain’s Basque region. His mother was the head seamstress at Balenciaga when she relocated herself and her son to France in 1939 to escape the Spanish Civil War. Once in France, he took on the name Paco Rabanne.

Rabanne studied architecture at the Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris but pivoted toward fashion and began to design accessories and costume jewelry. Rabanne collaborated with many acclaimed luxury houses — his early clients included Charles Jourdan, Givenchy, Pierre Cardin and Dior.

By 1966, Rabanne was working on avant-garde designs in his own newly-opened studio. He introduced a couture collection titled “Twelve Unwearable Dresses in Contemporary Materials.” The garments — made of aluminum, plastic and eco-friendly paper and fastened with wire — were unveiled at a show that featured music and models of color (both uncommon characteristics for such an event). Sculptural, sexy and solidly Space Age in appearance, Rabanne’s experiments turned heads. Pop star-actresses Brigitte Bardot and Françoise Hardy would soon be seen in the designer’s iconic metallic dresses, and Rabanne found enthusiasts in the likes of revolutionary couturier Elsa Schiaparelli and art collector Peggy Guggenheim. In 1968 Rabanne designed leather boots and erotically charged dresses made of molded plastic and chain-mail mesh for the science fiction film Barbarella.

Rabanne called Salvador Dalí a close friend and drew on the Surrealist movement in his designs. He continued to use unconventional materials in his work. From aluminum jersey and fur to ostrich feathers and Velcro, everything was suitable for his pioneering garments. And Rabanne’s talents are diverse — his prolific output even includes stylish furniture.

In 1999 Rabanne retired from the fashion business. In 2010 he was named Officer of the Legion d’Honneur by the French culture minister. Today, under the creative direction of French designer Julien Dossena, the Paco Rabanne brand continues to innovate and offer looks that nod to the past as well as the future.

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Designer: Paco Rabanne
Paco Rabanne New Chain Mail Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Water Mill, NY
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Paco Rabanne Metal Disc Cocktail Dress
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Early 2000s Italian Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

F/W 2001 Paco Rabanne Runway Buckle Sheer Panel Black Bodycon Y2K Gown
By Paco Rabanne
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black sleeveless gown designed for Paco Rabanne’s Fall/Winter 2001 runway collection. This elegant form-fitting dress features a high neckline and a sheer mesh-...
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Early 2000s French Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

PACO RABANNE black 2024 FLORAL PANELED JERSEY MAXI Dress 36 XS
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Paco Rabanne maxi dress is crafted from black stretch jersey viscose (90%) and elastane (10%), offering both comfort and a flattering fit. It features a fitted, l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

1980's Paco Rabanne White Velvet Buckle Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1980's Paco Rabanne white stretch velour mini dress with a square neckline and three metal buckles at the chest. New with Tags.
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1980s French Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

Paco Rabanne Gold Chain Cocktail Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Never worn Paco Rabanne Gold chain link sleeveless cocktail dress. New with tag. In excellent condition. Fit size 4-6
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20th Century Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

PACO RABANNE Size 4 Silver Viscose Blend Cap Sleeves Asymmetrical Midi Cocktail Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in San Francisco, CA
PACO RABANNE cocktail dress in a metallic silver tone viscose blend fabric featuring an asymmetrical skirt, ruched side details, and cap sleeves.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Minor ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

1980's Paco Rabanne Black Silk Belted Mini Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1980's Black silk sleeveless fitted mini dress with an attached metal horse bit buckled belt from PACO RABANNE and an invisible back zipper. New with tags.
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1980s French Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

1970s Paco Rabanne Blue Floral Lurex Sparkle Halter High Slit Maxi Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a dazzling blue floral Paco Rabanne halterneck gown from the 1970s. This luminous lurex gown boasts a metallic blue floral pattern throughout. Its floor-length design incl...
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1970s French Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

Paco Rabanne black asymmetric ruched jersey dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in London, GB
Super slinky Paco Rabanne jersey ruched dress. Bought for £675 and new with tags. Made from soft, tretchy black viscose mix jersey, it has an asymm...
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2010s French Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

Paco Rabbane Cream Floral Print Rib Knit Midi Dress M
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Effortlessly made into a chic design this Paco Rabbane midi dress is easy to wear and easy to accessorize. Tailored beautifully the dress is sure to remain a favorite season after se...
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2010s Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

1970s Paco Rabanne Butterscotch Day Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This fabulous butterscotch colored Paco Rabanne T-shirt dress dates from the 1970's. Features a shirt collar, two patch pockets, and a front button closure. Plastic buttons are shiny...
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1970s French Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

1980's Paco Rabanne Black Silk Shirt Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1980's New with Tag black silk button up shirt dress with a wool crepe skirt and wide attached belt from PACO RABANNE.
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1980s French Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

PACO RABANNE Black Dress in Polyester Size 36FR
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Paris, FR
Paco Rabanne black dress with imitation motifs of metal pieces created by Paco Rabanne on the dresses he had made. It has a black lining.
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

Retro Paco Rabanne Black and White High Neck Panel Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Paco Rabanne black and white high neck panel dress. Featuring a silver buckle on the waist. Very chic and retro style! - Made in France. - Size M. - Bust: 28 inche...
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1990s French Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

Paco Rabanne Rhodoid Disc DIY Dress - '60s
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Milano, IT
Paco Rabanne sequin dress made from golden rhodoid discs. Created using the iconic DIY kit, a true collector's piece from the 1960s. Remarks: there are many spots and signs of wear...
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1960s Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

1980's Paco Rabanne Black and White Psychedelic Print Shirt Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1980's Paco Rabanne black and white silk psychedelic print long sleeve shirt dress with a wool crepe skirt and an attached wide belt. New with Tags.
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1980s French Paco Rabanne Day Dresses

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Paco Rabanne day dresses for sale on 1stDibs.

Find an extraordinary range of authentic Paco Rabanne day dresses available on 1stDibs. Most of the items here were designed during the 20th Century, but you can find examples that were created as recently as the 21st Century and Contemporary. Customers who are interested in this designer might also find the work of Leonard of Paris, Chanel Boutique, and Marc Bohan appealing. On 1stDibs, find haute couture, vintage and designer Paco Rabanne day dresses from top boutiques around the world. Paco Rabanne day dresses prices can differ depending upon time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $388 and tops out at $26,000, while the average work can sell for $992.
Questions About Paco Rabanne Day Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The fashion house Paco Rabanne is no longer called by its former name due to a shift in its approach to design. In 2023, the luxury fashion brand announced its intentions to drop Paco from the name and rebrand as Rabanne. The move coincided with the fashion house's 60th anniversary and reflected a move toward simpler, more minimal pieces. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Paco Rabanne apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    The story of what happened to Paco Rabanne centers on a name change. The French fashion house's founder, Paco Rabanne, passed away in 2023. A few months later, the label announced its intentions to drop Paco from its name and begin operating under Rabanne. The brand had previously gone on hiatus in 1999 following Paco Rabanne's retirement, only to be revived under the leadership of a new creative director, Manish Arora, in 2011. Julien Dossena took over the role in 2013 and continued to guide the fashion house through its name change and rebranding. Shop a collection of Paco Rabanne apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.

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