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Valentino 2000s Size 6 Black Silk Lace Cut-Out Sequin Evening Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet classic early 2000s VALENTINO black silk and lace cut-out evening gown ! Features a tailored bodice with black lace sequin cut-out detail with rhinestone encrusted buckle a...
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Lion Print Halter Dress, Spring/Summer 2002
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Roberto Cavalli Lion Print Halter Dress, Spring/Summer 2002
A striking archival piece from Cavalli’s high-octane Spring/Summer 2002 collection, this silk halter dress features his ic...
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2012 Stefano Pilati Purple Silk Taffeta Mini Dress or Top
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL by Stefano Pilati purple and black silk taffeta micro mini strapless dress or top ! Features a boned tailored bodice ...
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2010s French Day Dresses

B. H. Wragge Studded Linen Dress 1970
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous orange linen dress covered in 100s of small gold metal studs from B. H. Wragge, the label is dated 1970. It is a simple sleeveless A line dress with a small stand up colla...
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1970s American Day Dresses

Versace Lace up Silk Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great flower pattern stretch silk dress in pinks, purples and black from Versace. It has a scoop neckline with metal ring decorated shoulder straps. It is semi fitted with ruching across the dress front and back. The left side laces up...
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 90s BILL BLASS pale pink and white hand painted polka dot fit n' flare cocktail silk taffeta dress! Features large handpainted polka dots throughout. Attached white lace underla...
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1990s American Day Dresses

Amazing 1960s Vintage Gold Silk Fully Sequined Sleeveless 60s Evening Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 1960s fully sequined gold full length evening dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn gold sequins on lace throughout. Flattering tailored bodice, with a straight full...
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1960s American Day Dresses

1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Corset Dress Size 42 US 6 - 8 Vintage 90s Iconic LBD
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and iconic late 90s DOLCE & GABBAN black bodycon corset dress ! A classic little black dress that is a timeless addition to any wardrobe. Corset style bodice with adjustable str...
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

1950s Lilli Diamond Ivory Off - White French Lace Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s LILLI DIAMOND ivory French lace wiggle dress! Wonderful fit hugs the body in all the right places, and was constructed to really fl...
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1950s American Day Dresses

Enrico Coveri 1980s Vintage White & Black Polka Dot Cotton Fit & Flare Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 80s ENRICO COVERI white and black polka dot printed dress! Features all over polka dots, with white silk grosgrain ribbon detail at bust. Super flattering bodice, ...
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1980s Italian Day Dresses

Versace Silk Halter Dress with Embroidery
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous fine stretch silk halter dress from Versace with a colorful pink lily print on a turquoise background. The halter neck and bust area are compris...
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Silk Corset Dress with Sheer Panels
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk jersey and mesh dress from Dolce & Gabbana. It has a fitted mesh bodice and long sleeves with ruched jersey at the bust and waist. The bodice is vertically boned fro...
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

1980s Chris Kole Coral Pink Size 6 Off the Shoulder Silk Taffeta Vintage Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 80s CHRIS KOLE for LILLE RUBIN coral pink / salmon silk taffeta off-the-shoulder evening gown! Features a flattering ruched tailored boned bodice ...
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1980s American Day Dresses

1970s Joy Stevens One Shoulder Gold Grecian Inspired 70s Vintage Gown Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Unbelievable 1970s JOY STEVENS one shoulder Grecian gown! Features a golden jersey body with plenty of stretch. Chiffon overlay features purple, green and gold abstract print. Hidden...
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1970s American Day Dresses

Vintage 1960s Silk Cocktail Dress with Ruffled Hem
Located in Sparks, NV
Chic black silk cocktail dress with a ruffled hem and dolman sleeves. Details: Fully Lined Back Metal Zip and Hook Closure Estimated Size: Medium ...
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1960s American Day Dresses

Valentino Boutique Black and White Beaded Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous off white silk dress completely covered in black and white glass beads from Valentino Boutique. It is sleeveless with a scoop neckline...
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen New S/S 2002 Three Piece Skirt Suit with Intricate Embroidery
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk/linen black skirt suit from Alexander McQueen including an additional matching white skirt. The jacket has peak lapels, a breast pocket, small shoulder padding, side...
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Vintage 1940's Burgundy Corduroy Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This wonderful 1940's dress rendered in a deep shade of Bordeaux corduroy, is just the piece to welcome to your seasonal wardrobe. The slim V shaped neckline is framed by a simple ...
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1940s Day Dresses

1960s Malcolm Starr Pale Yellow Silk Lace Embroidered Vintage 60s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1960s MALCOLM STARR pale light yellow silk lace embroidered sleeveless gown / maxi dress! Features intricately embroidered lace throughout. Tailored bodice with a g...
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1960s American Day Dresses

NWT Blumarine Runway Spring 2006 Sz 42 / 6-8 Purple Pink Beaded Silk Midi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful BLUMARINE Spring / Summer 2006 Runway hand embroidered silk midi dress ! Brand new, with original Neiman Marcus store tags still attached. Flower prints in a soft purple an...
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Halston 1970s Gold Metallic Silk Lurex Couture Vintage Disco Wrap Shirt Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and iconic 70s HALSTON gold metallic silk lurex wrap shirt dress! Features a stunning silhouette, with a plunging neckline in a flattering wrap style...
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1970s American Day Dresses

Exceptional 1950s Vintage Black Silk Taffeta Hi - Lo Dress w/ Rosettes and Lace
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional 50s vintage strapless silk taffeta architectural hi-lo asymmetrical dress! Features hand-sewn rosettes throughout the front and back. Black silk chiffon lace flower appli...
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1950s Day Dresses

1970s Lilly Pulitzer ' The Lilly ' Black Colorful Vintage 70s Boho Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous 1970s LILLY PULITZER "The Lilly" maxi dress! Black background, with vibrant colored flowers in purple, green, orange, pink and white. Features a square cut neck, ruffle slee...
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1970s American Day Dresses

1950s Demi Couture Black Chantilly Lace Beaded Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1950s demi couture black chantilly lace beaded long sleeve fit n' flare dress! There are so many details on this beauty! Tailored bodice with thousands of hand-sewn black se...
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1950s Day Dresses

1960s Oscar de la Renta Turquoise Blue Silver Silk Brocade Sequin 60s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 1960s Oscar de la Renta turquoise blue and silver silk brocade sequined short sleeve evening gown / maxi dress! Feather prints...
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1960s American Day Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana 1990s Burgundy Merlot Sexy Lace Bodycon Cut Out Vintage Dress 38
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 90s D&G by Dolce & Gabbana burgundy / merlot burgundy lace cut-out bodycon dress! Features allover lace, with cut-out below the bust and upper back. Spectacular body huggin...
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

1920's Filet Lace and Chiffon Dress
Located in New York, NY
Charming Cotton Filet Lace and Chiffon Dress from the 1920's. Pin tucked silk chiffon is inserted with cotton filet lace panels and attached to a lace skirt...
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1910s American Day Dresses

Tom Ford for Gucci Olive + Khaki Zebra Safari Print Silk Off Shoulder Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
TOM FORD for GUCCI olive green and khaki zebra print silk chiffon and leather asymmetrical off the shoulder dress ! Features adjustable leather strap at top back left shoulder. Hidde...
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

1970s Galanos Red White & Blue Bishop Sleeve Striped Silk Vintage 70s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely chic early 70s JAMES GALANOS for Bonwit Teller red, white and blue and beige striped belted silk dress ! Features the most luxurious soft silk you have ever felt, and is lin...
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1970s American Day Dresses

New Rare Salvatore Ferragamo Red Silk Dress F/W 2018 With Tags $3200 Sz 40
Located in Ashburn, VA
Salvatore Ferragamo Brand New With Tags F/W 2018 * Retail $3200 * Stunning Deep Red Wine * IT 40. This is Square Shaped. Easily fits sizes 2-10 U.S. The Belt Gathers the Dress Per ...
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Vintage Vivienne Tam Black and Red Sheer Beaded 1990s 90s Midi Dress & Slip
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1990s VIVIENNE TAM black and red beaded semi sheer midi dress and matching slip! Features thousands of hand-sewn red and black seed beads and rhinestones with an A...
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1990s Hong Kong Day Dresses

1990s Bill Blass Size 8 10 Raspberry Pink Beige Silk Chiffon + Mohair Lace Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 90s vintage BILL BLASS raspberry pink and beige taupe beaded sleeveless cocktail dress! Features an ultra soft raspberry pink silk chiffon, with a beige / taupe mohair wool...
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1990s American Day Dresses

Amazing 1970s Light Pink Grecian Sequined and Beaded Long Sleeve Maxi Dress Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing and gorgeous vintage 70s pale pink sequined and beaded long sleeve jersey gown / maxi dress! Features a pleated tailored bodice, encrus...
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1970s Day Dresses

MISSONI black & multi viscose FLORAL EMBROIDERED KNIT MAXI Dress M
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Missoni dress in black knit viscose (with 3% polyester - please note the content and size tag are missing) is a stunning display of the brand’s signature craftsma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Gianni Versace Couture Vintage 1990s Draped Medusa Button Black Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Amazing and collectible 1990s asymmetric black dress by Gianni Verace Couture. Iconic Medusa button on one shoulder and Grecian style draping. A rare piece! Details Unlined Si...
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Late 20th Century Italian Day Dresses

Vintage Galanos Couture 1980s Peach Salmon Silk Chiffon Flowy 80s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare early 80s JAMES GALANOS Couture peach / light pink salmon silk chiffon cut-out dress ! An insane amount of work went into the construction of this beauty. Tailored bodice with hidden zipper up the back. Sheer cut-out panels look fantastic with movement. Gold seashell buttons at each sleeve cuff...
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1970s American Day Dresses

Adorable 1960s Lime Green and Pink Polka Dot Vintage A - Line 60s Cotton Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Adorable 1960s chartreuse / lime green and hot pink polka dot cotton mini A - Line dress! Soft cotton, with a fitted bodice and an amazing A-Line fit and flare fit. Full metal zipp...
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1960s Day Dresses

Vintage Gianfranco Ferre 1990s Brown + White Zebra Jeweled BodyCon Jersey Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage GIANFRANCO FERRE (early 90s) brown and white abstract zebra printed rayon jersey BodyCon dress! Features incredible Amber and green crystal jewels below bust. Intrica...
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s demi couture black silk chiffon sequin evening gown! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout the sleeves and skirt. Thin spaghetti strap underlay with a sheer overlay...
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1960s Day Dresses

Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Black Size 6 Chiffon Paillettes Sequin Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Super stylish never worn late 1990s / 90s MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic black silk chiffon dress! This beauty is embellshed with thousands of hand-sewn black iridescent paillettes in a var...
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Rare 1990s Marc Jacobs Navy Blue Avant Garde Vintage Parachute Shirt Cargo Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare early MARC JACOBS navy blue runway early 90s parachute cargo dress! Features functional buttons all the way up the front of the dress. Can be worn a...
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1990s American Day Dresses

Halston 1970s Purple Jersey Kaftan Dress – Minimalist V-Neck Silhouette
Located in Kingston, NY
A striking example of Halston’s minimalist 1970s vision, this flowing purple jersey kaftan dress features the designer’s signature clean lines, elegant drape, and fluid silhouette. T...
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1970s American Day Dresses

1970s Gay Gibson Trompe L’Oeil Lace Print Yellow Cotton Voile 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 1970s GAY GIBSON yellow cotton voile vintage trompe l’oeil lace and flower print lightweight long sleeve belted maxi dress ! Features the perfect...
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1970s American Day Dresses

Sleeveless grey jersey dress with organza tie&dye ruffles ALEXANDER McQUEEN
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless grey rayon jersey tie& dye dress with organza ruffles. SIZE 38 / M
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2010s Indian Day Dresses

Matsuda Color Block Harlequin Jacket
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black wool jacket with a red harlequin patchwork pattern. It has a lapel collar, one side red and the other black, light shoulder pads, and a zig zag hemline following th...
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Early 2000s Japanese Day Dresses

Balenciaga Vintage 80s Green Fowers Print Cotton/Silk Boho Dress & Matching Belt
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Balenciaga Vintage 1980s Green Floral Print Boho Dress Made In A Cotton & Silk Blend. A stunning vintage Balenciaga boho dress from the 1980s, featuring a beautiful green floral pri...
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1970s Italian Day Dresses

Prada Fall 2011 Lurex Slip Dress
Located in London, GB
Minimalist perfection Prada lurex slip dress from the Fall 2011 collection. Unworn. Made from sparkling semi sheer bronze viscose mix lurex, it has a class...
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2010s Unknown Day Dresses

Prada Fall 2011 Lurex Slip Dress
Prada Fall 2011 Lurex Slip Dress
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1970s Vintage Metallic Paper Thin Indian Print Silk Dress with Batwing Sleeves
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous paper thin metallic printed silk dress with batwing sleeves by The Silk Farm. Unlined with rear button closure. 100% silk. The marked size is 6 and the dress fits like a siz...
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1970s American Day Dresses

Silver Metallic Cable Knit Top and Maxi Skirt Two Piece Ensemble, 1970s
Located in Sparks, NV
Two-piece cable knit ensemble by Hazel Haire by Fredricks Sport in sparkling metallic silver. Wear together or separately! Details: Top Unlined Back Zip and Hooks Closure Marked Si...
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1970s American Day Dresses

Hermes Robe A Bretelles Silk Dress Beige/Palomi
Located in London, GB
Exquisite, super rare Hermes Robe A Bretelles silk dress in colourway Beige/Palomi. New with tags. Made from the highest quality silk with iconic carri...
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2010s French Day Dresses

Pierre Cardin Mod Color Block Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous much documented in the 1960s red and black dress from the master Pierre Cardin. It has a crew neckline and short sleeves both with black trim. It is fully lined in red a...
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1980s French Day Dresses

1950s Bess Myerson Lipstick Red + White One Shoulder Vintage 50s Silk Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and exquisite Avant Garde BESS MYERSON by Natlynn Demi Couture lipstick red and white one shoulder silk dress! Bess Myerson was a Miss America winner in 1945. She also dabbled i...
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1950s American Day Dresses

Giorgio di Sant Angelo Colorful Cotton Voile 70s Couture Maxi Dress Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous and rare early 1970s GIORGIO DI 'SANT ANGELO boho halter maxi dress! Features colorful floral prints throughout. Layers and layer of soft cotton voile provide great movement...
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1970s American Day Dresses

Art Deco Hand Embroidered Silk Chiffon and Crepe Slip Dress
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Art Deco Hand Embroidered Silk Chiffon and Crepe Slip Dress from the 1930's. Sheer chiffon bodice with double ruffle collar and wonderful hand embroidered florals throughout. ...
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1930s French Day Dresses

1980s Vintage Victor Costa Size 12 Tropical Hawaiian Avant Garde 80s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage late 80s VICTOR COSTA taffeta flower gown / maxi dress! Features a tropical flower print in vibrant colors of pink, fuchsia, blu...
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1980s American Day Dresses

1970s Dynasty for I Magnin Psychedelic Vintage 70s Silk Cheongsam Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage early 1970s DYNASTY for I. MAGNIN psychedelic print silk cheongsam / maxi dress! Dynasty, a very sought after label in the 60s and 70s were known for their quality silk and Asian influenced designs. This rare gem features vibrant neon colors of pink, fuchsia, purple, orange, red, yellow, blue, black and white. Tailored bodice with hidden metal zipper up the side. Fabric covered toggle buttons by the color with hidden snaps and hook-and-eye closures. Can easily be worn day or evening, belted or alone. The pictured vintage black and gold Paloma Picasso leather...
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1970s Hong Kong Day Dresses

NEW Nina Ricci Ruffle Silk Crêpe Gown FR 36 (US 4)
Located in Brossard, QC
Nina Ricci's lavender silk crêpe sleeveless gown is flou tailored with layers of frothy ruffles running in a diagonal across the bodice. Floor-length gown Lavender lace back and lave...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Day Dresses

Iconic Vintage Thierry Mugler 80s Bondage Inspired Cut - Out Black 1980s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic sexy early 1990s THIERRY MUGLER black bondage inspired bodycon dress! Soft rayon blend fabric. Cut-out above the bodice and buckle at center neck. Hidden zipper up the back wi...
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1980s French Day Dresses

Krizia 1990s Black Crochet Embroidered Semi Sheer Sleeveless Vintage 90s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 90s KRIZIA black crochet embroidered sleeveless dress ! Features a soft fabric blend of Rayon (40%), Wool (50%) and Nylon (10%). Simply slips over the head and stretches t...
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Vintage Pamela Dennis Couture Size 8 Gold Silk Taffeta Beaded Strapless 90s Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1990s PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE muted gold silk taffeta strapless beaded evening gown! Features a strapless interior boned bodice with interior support. Fabulous gathers and drapes throughout with beaded and sequin adorned silk rosettes...
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1990s American 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.

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