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1960s Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Organza Blue Sheath Cocktail Dress
1960s Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Organza Blue Sheath Cocktail Dress

1960s Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Organza Blue Sheath Cocktail Dress

By Givenchy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1960s Givenchy Haute Couture Blue Silk Linen Dress designed by Hubert de Givenchy. Sleeveless and large collar at the back. Fit best size: Small 2 or 4. Perfect for cocktail dinner ...

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1960s French Day Dresses

1960s Turquoise Ribbon Lace On Tulle Sleeveless Mod Mini Shift Dress
1960s Turquoise Ribbon Lace On Tulle Sleeveless Mod Mini Shift Dress

1960s Turquoise Ribbon Lace On Tulle Sleeveless Mod Mini Shift Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Turquoise Ribbon Lace On Tulle Sleeveless Mini Shift Dress: This stunning and iconic 60s Mod silhouette is amplified by a stellar fabric in a floral ribbon embellished pattern...

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1960s American Day Dresses

1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown
1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown

1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown

By Philip Hulitar

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This vintage Phillip Hulitar 1950s, ivory silk chiffon and black velvet cocktail dress is the perfect party dress or great for wedding. Gown has intricate black velvet, ivory silk chiffon, pearl encrusted, leaf-motif bodice and its double-layer, silk chiffon ballroom skirt...

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1950s American Day Dresses

Halston Purple Linen Racer Neck Dress, 1970s
Halston Purple Linen Racer Neck Dress, 1970s

Halston Purple Linen Racer Neck Dress, 1970s

By Halston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Signature simple but effective silhouette from Halston circa 1970s. Luscious grape silk "Marilyn Monroe" style. Fully lined with deep v neckline and wide banded waist. Great afternoo...

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Late 20th Century Day Dresses

CHANEL 13K$ Black Pearl Embellished Dress with Jewel Brooch 40 FR
CHANEL 13K$ Black Pearl Embellished Dress with Jewel Brooch 40 FR

CHANEL 13K$ Black Pearl Embellished Dress with Jewel Brooch 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Haute Couture “Gatsby Nocturne” Bejewelled Dress with Pearl Brooch — An Extremely Rare Collectible Masterpiece by Karl Lagerfeld // Boutique valuation: over $13,000 ~ The s...

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2010s Day Dresses

CHANEL 9K$ New Paris / Greece Tweed Belted Dress 36 FR
CHANEL 9K$ New Paris / Greece Tweed Belted Dress 36 FR

CHANEL 9K$ New Paris / Greece Tweed Belted Dress 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Collectible Shimmer Tweed Dress — Paris / GREECE Cruise 2018 Collection · by Karl Lagerfeld Boutique Value: Over $8,000 ~ A radiant relic from Chanel’s Paris–Greece Cruise...

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2010s Day Dresses

White jersey draped backless dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
White jersey draped backless dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

White jersey draped backless dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

White jersey draped backless dress. Main fabric composition: 96% rayon, 4% elastane. Tied behind the neck. Front lenght = 124cm Back lenght = 155cm SIZE 36

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2010s Bulgarian Day Dresses

Loewe Trompe L'oeil Layer Green & Red Mesh Colorblock Maxi Dress
Loewe Trompe L'oeil Layer Green & Red Mesh Colorblock Maxi Dress

Loewe Trompe L'oeil Layer Green & Red Mesh Colorblock Maxi Dress

By Loewe

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous layered mesh in red and greens from Loewe. It has a crew neckline long sleeves and is maxi length. The front and back consist of a trompe l'oeil abstract pattern in shade...

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2010s Portuguese Day Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Spring 2007 Silk Striped Animal Print Kaftan Dress
Roberto Cavalli Spring 2007 Silk Striped Animal Print Kaftan Dress

Roberto Cavalli Spring 2007 Silk Striped Animal Print Kaftan Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This rare Roberto Cavalli S/S 2007 silk caftan is the ultimate piece for resort wear. Crafted from fabulous animal print silk, fully lined in lightweight black silk chiffon. Features...

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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Caramel brown silk chiffon pleated bustier dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Caramel brown silk chiffon pleated bustier dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Caramel brown silk chiffon pleated bustier dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Christian Dior

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Caramel brown silk chiffon pleated bustier dress. Boned tulle bustier inside the dress with zip and hook&eye closure on the left side and gros-grain piping. Snap closure on the top ...

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2010s Day Dresses

Vintage 1960s Cream Embroidered Lace Maxi Dress with Bandana, US 4-6 UK 8-10
Vintage 1960s Cream Embroidered Lace Maxi Dress with Bandana, US 4-6 UK 8-10

Vintage 1960s Cream Embroidered Lace Maxi Dress with Bandana, US 4-6 UK 8-10

Located in Nashville, TN

A classic silhouette rendered on a cream nylon base, which is in turn fully overlayed with cream embroidered lace, accented by floral lace appliqués above floral paisley lace designs...

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1960s Day Dresses

CHANEL 12K$ Iconic Yellow Tweed Dress with Belt 40 FR
CHANEL 12K$ Iconic Yellow Tweed Dress with Belt 40 FR

CHANEL 12K$ Iconic Yellow Tweed Dress with Belt 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Runway of FRENCH RIVIERA Cruise 2012 Collection — Lemon Yellow Lesage Tweed Dress with Logo Belt y Karl Lagerfeld — // Boutique value: over $12,000 ~ A sunlit relic dress ...

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2010s Day Dresses

1970s Vintage Red Polka Dot Halter Maxi Dress by Isabell Gerhart
1970s Vintage Red Polka Dot Halter Maxi Dress by Isabell Gerhart

1970s Vintage Red Polka Dot Halter Maxi Dress by Isabell Gerhart

By Isabell Gerhart

Located in Brooklyn, NY

○ 1970s red polka dot maxi dress ○ halter style dress ○ smocked bodice ○ free flowing skirt ○ back zip closure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ○ era: 1970s ...

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1970s American Day Dresses

CHANEL 9K$ New Paris / Monte-Carlo Iconic Burgundy Tweed Dress 40 FR
CHANEL 9K$ New Paris / Monte-Carlo Iconic Burgundy Tweed Dress 40 FR

CHANEL 9K$ New Paris / Monte-Carlo Iconic Burgundy Tweed Dress 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Chanel Paris / Monte-Carlo Burgundy Tweed Dress — The Camellia’s Crown and Logo Belt ~ An iconic creation from Karl Lagerfeld’s Paris / MONTE-CARLO collection, this Chanel dress em...

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Early 2000s Day Dresses

White and blue striped cotton chemise dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
White and blue striped cotton chemise dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

White and blue striped cotton chemise dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

White and blue jacquard striped cotton chemise dress. White cotton lining inside the hips.Hidden zip closure on the bottom middle front. Hidden branded button on the middle front. Go...

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2010s Day Dresses

Gucci Off White Silk Shirtwaist Maxi Dress with Tie Belt
Gucci Off White Silk Shirtwaist Maxi Dress with Tie Belt

Gucci Off White Silk Shirtwaist Maxi Dress with Tie Belt

By Gucci

Located in Water Mill, NY

An incredible off white silk maxi shirtwaist style maxi dress from Gucci. It has a notched collar, 4 front flap patch pockets (2 chest, 2 hip) and a matching tie belt. There are Guc...

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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

CHANEL 15K$ New CC Logo Black Silk Maxi Dress 34 FR
CHANEL 15K$ New CC Logo Black Silk Maxi Dress 34 FR

CHANEL 15K$ New CC Logo Black Silk Maxi Dress 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Black Silk Maxi Dress with CC & Autumn Leaf Print — Fall 2018 Advertising Campaign, Karl Lagerfeld • Boutique value: over $15,000 · Billboard / Magazine-cited Icon — F...

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2010s Day Dresses

Wrapped printed cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Wrapped printed cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Wrapped printed cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Wrapped printed cocktail dress. No fabric composition tag but probably polyester or rayon. Jersey panty inside with snap closure. Shoulder pad. Invisible zip closure on the middle ba...

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2010s Day Dresses

Tomato Red Cheongsam style Maxi Dress Circa 1970s
Tomato Red Cheongsam style Maxi Dress Circa 1970s

Tomato Red Cheongsam style Maxi Dress Circa 1970s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage 1970s cheongsam style maxi dress tomato red with tiny white dot print throughout bright & colorful flower power "border print" sleeveless high collar side split hem back ...

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1970s American Day Dresses

CHANEL Paris / Cuba Crimson Lesage Tweed Dress 34 FR
CHANEL Paris / Cuba Crimson Lesage Tweed Dress 34 FR

CHANEL Paris / Cuba Crimson Lesage Tweed Dress 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Crimson Lesage Tweed Dress — Runway of PARIS / CUBA Cruise 2017 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld — ~ A radiant artefact of the Maison’s Caribbean dreamscape — the collectible ...

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2010s Day Dresses

CHANEL black 1990s BEADE POINTELLE KNIT MAXI Dress S
CHANEL black 1990s BEADE POINTELLE KNIT MAXI Dress S

CHANEL black 1990s BEADE POINTELLE KNIT MAXI Dress S

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel gown in black semi-sheer pointelle knit. Features a sleek, sleeveless bodycon silhouette that falls to a refined maxi length, finished with a sculpting turtlene...

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1990s Day Dresses

CHANEL New Iconic Black Shimmer Tweed Belted Dress 36 FR
CHANEL New Iconic Black Shimmer Tweed Belted Dress 36 FR

CHANEL New Iconic Black Shimmer Tweed Belted Dress 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Black Shimmer Tweed Belted Dress with Gripoix CC Jewel Buttons — Paris / MONACO 2007 Métiers d’Art, Karl Lagerfeld • Runway-provenanced icon · celebrity-seen on Selena Gom...

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2010s Day Dresses

CHANEL New Paris / Cuba Beige Belted Dress 38 FR
CHANEL New Paris / Cuba Beige Belted Dress 38 FR

CHANEL New Paris / Cuba Beige Belted Dress 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Timeless Beige Knit Belted Dress — Paris / CUBA Cruise Collection 2017 by Karl Lagerfeld — ~ A quiet manifesto of elegance, born where Parisian discipline met Havana’s fadi...

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2010s Day Dresses

1980s Bernard Perris Vintage Brown Copper Metallic Pleated Dress
1980s Bernard Perris Vintage Brown Copper Metallic Pleated Dress

1980s Bernard Perris Vintage Brown Copper Metallic Pleated Dress

By Bernard Perris

Located in Sparks, NV

Amazing vintage Bernard Perris copper/brown pleated dress with belt loops and tiered skirt. Partially lined with front button closure, rear zip, hook and snap closure with zip closur...

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1980s French Day Dresses

CHANEL Paris / BYZANCE Dress with CC Gripoix Buttons 40 FR
CHANEL Paris / BYZANCE Dress with CC Gripoix Buttons 40 FR

CHANEL Paris / BYZANCE Dress with CC Gripoix Buttons 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Paris-Byzance Patinated Cashmere Masterpiece Dress Runway Creation by Karl Lagerfeld ~ A rare relic of wearable Byzantine splendor, this Chanel dress from the Paris / BYZANC...

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2010s Day Dresses

ZIMMERMANN cream linen 2023 RHIANNON FLUTTER MIDI Dress 0 XS
ZIMMERMANN cream linen 2023 RHIANNON FLUTTER MIDI Dress 0 XS

ZIMMERMANN cream linen 2023 RHIANNON FLUTTER MIDI Dress 0 XS

By Zimmermann

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Zimmermann Rhiannon dress in cream lightweight linen (100%). Features a refined fit-and-flare silhouette with an elegant midi length, designed with sculpted sleeveless...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

ZIMMERMANN white silk 2023 HALCYON FLORAL MAXI Dress 0 XS
ZIMMERMANN white silk 2023 HALCYON FLORAL MAXI Dress 0 XS

ZIMMERMANN white silk 2023 HALCYON FLORAL MAXI Dress 0 XS

By Zimmermann

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Zimmermann Halcyon dress in white silk (100%) with a multicolour floral print. Features a sleeveless fit-and-flare silhouette with elegant maxi length, designed with a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Black rayon knit cocktail dress HERVE LEGER
Black rayon knit cocktail dress HERVE LEGER

Black rayon knit cocktail dress HERVE LEGER

By Herve Léger

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black rayon knit cocktail dress . Knit composition: 97% rayon, 2% stretch. 1% nylon. Invisible zip closure on the middle back. SIZE 34/36 XS/S

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2010s French Day Dresses

Beige Wiggle Dress, Circa 1950s
Beige Wiggle Dress, Circa 1950s

Beige Wiggle Dress, Circa 1950s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

vintage early 50s beige & metallic dress. sheath silhouette. short raglan sleeves. v neck collar. decorative bow on the bodice. metallic chevron and horizontal striped pattern. two f...

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1950s American Day Dresses

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Maille F/W 1999 Hoops Knit Dress L
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Maille F/W 1999 Hoops Knit Dress L

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Maille F/W 1999 Hoops Knit Dress L

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Berlin, BE

Jean Paul Gaultier Maille 1999 Hoops Tube Knit Dress Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier Designer: Jean Paul Gaultier Collection / Year: 1999 Material: Wool with foam structure Color: Black S...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Kaki cotton veil chemise dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Kaki cotton veil chemise dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Kaki cotton veil chemise dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Kaki cotton veil chemise dress with hidden zip closure on the middle front. Hidden snap closure on cuffs. Pocket on both side + on bust. SIZE 34/ XS

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2010s Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress
Alexander McQueen New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress

Alexander McQueen New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black cashmere blend mini dress with a dramatic stand up collar from Alexander McQueen. It is double breasted with a stand up lapel collar which frames the face beautifull...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

CHANEL 14K$ Extremely Rare 2009 Pearl Embellished Dress 38 FR
CHANEL 14K$ Extremely Rare 2009 Pearl Embellished Dress 38 FR

CHANEL 14K$ Extremely Rare 2009 Pearl Embellished Dress 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Exceptionally Rare Navy Dress with Jewel Pearl Embellishment — Runway Spring 2009 Collection · by Karl Lagerfeld — // As seen on Audrey Tautou and featured on multiple magaz...

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Early 2000s Day Dresses

Blue rayon openwork knit backless dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Blue rayon openwork knit backless dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Blue rayon openwork knit backless dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Blue rayon openwork knit backless dress . Main fabric composition: 98% rayon, 2% elastane. Tie behind the neck with glass rhinestone and brass bottom edge . SIZE on tag 38 (Fr) S

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2010s French Day Dresses

Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Vintage Singed Buttons Cream Silk Tunic/Dress
Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Vintage Singed Buttons Cream Silk Tunic/Dress

Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Vintage Singed Buttons Cream Silk Tunic/Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld, Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage 1980s Karl Lagerfeld Cream Silk Dress / Tunic A beautifully understated vintage piece from the 1980s by Karl Lagerfeld, crafted in a fluid cream silk that drapes effortlessly on the body. Designed with a relaxed silhouette, this versatile piece can be worn as a mini dress or styled as a tunic. The design features delicate vertical pleating through the front, a soft pointed collar, and short sleeves. Finished with elegant signed Karl Lagerfeld buttons...

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1980s French Day Dresses

Printed backless cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Printed backless cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Printed backless cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Printed backless cocktail dress. Invisible zip closure on the right side. Inside panty with snap closure. SAMPLE Short lenght = 80cm Long lenght = 110cm SIZE 34/ XXS

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2010s Day Dresses

Pink draped mini dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Pink draped mini dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Pink draped mini dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Pink draped mini dress. No fabric composition but probably silk and elastane. Invisible zip closure on the left side. SIZE 32 / XXS / SAMPLE

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2010s Day Dresses

Polka dot draped jersey backless dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Polka dot draped jersey backless dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Polka dot draped jersey backless dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Polka dot draped jersey backless dress. Jersey composition: 92% rayon, 8% elastane. Boned. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Bow on the bust. NEW WITH TAG SIZE ...

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2010s Portuguese Day Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Print Slip Midi Dress A, 2000s
Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Print Slip Midi Dress A, 2000s

Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Print Slip Midi Dress A, 2000s

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Capture iconic Y2K style with this bold Dolce & Gabbana leopard print slip dress. From the D&G diffusion line. This body-con silhouette is perfect for making a bold and play...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Alexander Mcqueen Resort Floral Reverse-Print Bustier Dress, 2016
Alexander Mcqueen Resort Floral Reverse-Print Bustier Dress, 2016

Alexander Mcqueen Resort Floral Reverse-Print Bustier Dress, 2016

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

From Alexander McQueen's 2016 Resort collection comes this sexy bustier-centric dress. We are getting major Italian va-va-voom energy from this piece, with the greenery motif across....

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Vintage and Designer Day Dresses

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.