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Art Deco Slip Dress with Dangling Bell Flowers
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Silk Art Deco Slip Dress with Bell Flower motifs. Peachy pink and lavender silk are mixed in this charming bias slip dress with a pair of r...
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1930s Day Dresses

Unworn 2008 Christian Dior Pink and Yellow Draped Tassel and Chain Print Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Christian Dior pink and yellow tassel pendant print dress from the spring 2008 collection. Draped detail creates volume at waist and a bow like flourish at side. Side zip and hook an...
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2010s French Day Dresses

1960s Bubblegum Pink Silk Chiffon High Neck Demi Couture Vintage 60s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s demi couture bubblegum pink silk chiffon high neck gown! Features hand embroidery up the center front, collar, and back neck. Low cut back fe...
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1960s American Day Dresses

Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk dress from Gucci in a gold, rust and olive brocade fern pattern on a black background. It is a semi fitted dress with long zipper cuff sleeves and fabulous flatterin...
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Alemais Robe Volants FR40 Multicolour Luis Wrap Dress in ramie UK12 US10
Located in PARIS, FR
Alemais Luis model dress in ramie with multi-colored ruffles, adjustable wrap closure crossed in front on the waist, V-neckline, mid-length balloon sleeves tightened by an elastic, u...
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2010s Australian Day Dresses

DOLCE & GABBANA white & black viscose 2015 POLKA DOT MIDI Dress 38 XS
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Dolce & Gabbana polka dot maxi dress in white and black viscose (100% - please note the content tag is missing). Features a ruffled hemline and long sleeves. Opens wit...
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2010s Day Dresses

XS Beautiful 1950s White Tulle Demi Couture Strapless Vintage 50s Tiered Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutley breathtaking 1950s demi couture white strapless tulle gown, or wedding dress ! Features yards and yards of white tulle layered througho...
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1950s American Day Dresses

Vintage Lime Green + White Polka Dot 1990s Cotton Voile 90s Halter Mini Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy early 1990s neon / lime green and white lightweight cotton voile halter mini A Line dress! Features a lightweight double layer cotton voile fabric. Fitted bodice, with a forgivi...
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1990s Day Dresses

Stunning Early 1990s Custom All Over Sequin + Crystals Pink Vintage Mermaid Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite early 90s sequin gown! Features thousands of pale pink micro sequins throughout the dress, with crystal embellishments at sleeves, bust, and back...
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1990s Day Dresses

S/S 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Purple Satin Stripe Panel Sleeveless Black Dress
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Gucci’s Spring/Summer 2004 collection by Tom Ford, this black sleeveless dress features contouring seam detailing and bold purple satin stripes along the sides. The flared hem a...
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Michael Kors Collection Size 6 Taupe Rayon Jersey + Python Cold Shoulder Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 2000s MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION tamper rayon jersey and python snake skin cold shoulder runway dress! Features the perfect neutral dark taupe color that looks great on any skin to...
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Etro Yellow/Green Mix Mini Floral Print V Neck Crochet Trim Sleeveless Dress 44
By Etro
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Etro summer dress with a V neckline and a cord tie keyhole front, it is trimmed with pink crochet and crystal beads. The bodice is sleeveless on a yellow/gold ground with scattered b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

Vintage Stephen Burrows Orange Matte Silk Jersey Chiffon Abstract Print Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare vintage STEPHEN BURROWS matte silk jersey and chiffon orange / marigold maxi dress ! Features a jersey bodice with a tiered ...
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Late 20th Century American Day Dresses

Black dress with ruffle sleeve MM6 Maison MARGIELA
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black dress with ruffle sleeve; Fabric composition: polyester. INVISIBLE ZIP CLOSURE ON THE MIDDLE BACK; SIZE 44 (It) 40 (Fr) M/L
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

John Galliano Size 8 / 10 2005 Gazette Newspaper Animal Silk Dress Black White
Located in San Diego, CA
Flirty early 2000s ( Spring 2005 ) JOHN GALLIANO signature gazette print sleeveless black and white (and grey) silk dress! Features Galliano's signature newspaper print mixed with alligator / crocodile prints throughout. Sleeveless braided straps. Galliano first introduced the Gazette print when he was head designer at the House of Christian Dior. He perceived the idea of the print from a 1935 Elsa Schiaparelli dress...
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Multicolor jersey sleeveless dress M Missoni
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Multicolor jersey sleeveless dress. Main fabric composition: 97% rayon, 3% elasthane size 42 (it) 38 (Fr) 6 (US) S
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Loris Azzaro 1970s Silk Jersey Vintage Pink Empire Dress Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 1970s Loris Azzaro pink silk jersey gown! Beautiful bodice, with a draped, Grecian/Empire feel to the body. Zipper works great, just could not fit the dress form. In...
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1970s French Day Dresses

Moschino Vintage 1990s 90s Minimalist Olive Green Maxi Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Olive green maxi dress with a high waist and sleeveless sleeves by Moschino. Details: Fully Lined Side Pockets Back Zip Closure Estimated Siz...
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1990s Day Dresses

CHANEL blue cotton 2019 19C LA PAUSA BELTED TWEED Dress 38 S
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel sleeveless tweed dress in blue, turquoise, white and navy polyester (26%), cotton (25%), linen (18%), acetate (10%), metallized fibers (8%), viscose (7%) and po...
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2010s Day Dresses

Black cocktail dress with "eye and lips" appliqué MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black short sleeve cocktail dress with "eye and lips" ( made of sequin, plastic and wool bouclette) appliqué. No fabric composition tag but the shell is probably wool jersey and the ...
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Early 2000s Unknown Day Dresses

1950s Halmar Demi Couture Taupe / Light Brown Silk Vintage 50s Mermaid Hem Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950 HALMAR demi couture taupe / light brown silk mermaid hem cocktail dress! Features a tailored fitted bodice and body, with a remarkable flared hem. Hem features an attac...
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1950s American Day Dresses

Off white cotton bustier dress Gaultier Jeans
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off white cotton bustier dress. Fabric composition: 97% cotton, 3% stretch. Branded button and buttonhole. Cut-work. Pocket on both side. Top-stitched. SIZE 44 (It) M
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Early 2000s Ukrainian Day Dresses

White sleeveless cotton dress D&G by Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White sleeveless cotton dress with same fabric lining on the shoulder straps and around the armhole. Split on the middle back, lenght = 22cm Authenticity hologram. SIZE 42 (It) 38 ...
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2010s Unknown Day Dresses

1950s Turquoise Blue and White Diagonal Plaid Cotton + Rayon Fit n Flare Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Unbelievably chic turquoise teal blue and white diagonal plaid fit and flare dress! Super soft rayon and cotton blend, with vibrant strokes of blue and white. Three mock cargo pocket...
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1950s American Day Dresses

1950s Grey + Black Silk Plaid Taffeta Fit n Flare Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty 1950s silk taffeta short puff sleeve dress! Features a grey metallic backdrop with black plaid printed throughout. Fitted tailored bodice with ruffles along the neckline. Chic...
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1950s American Day Dresses

Amazing 1970s Nautical Navy Blue + Gold Anchor Patch Vintage Jersey maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 70s navy blue + gold anchor patch long sleeve jersey maxi dress! Perfect navy blue color matches anything, and is great all year. Gold anchor patch above left breast....
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1970s American Day Dresses

Beautiful Bill Blass Vintage Sz 6 / 8 Navy Blue Silk Satin 90s Gown + Shawl
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1990s BILL BLASS Couture navy blue silk satin strapless mermaid gown and matching shawl. Strapless bodice features a super soft silk velvet in navy. Interior support holds ...
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1990s American Day Dresses

Hermès Jungle Love Rainbow Long Dress Cheetahs Print S / M
Located in FR
Absolutely Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Long Dress Print: "Jungle Love" , "rainbow" version Pattern: Cheetahs Parts knit made of 50% silk and 50% cashmere / Woven parts made of 100% ...
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20th Century French Day Dresses

Mid Century Cotton Gingham Paillette Encrusted Dress
Located in New York, NY
Charming Cotton Gingham Paillette Encrusted Dress from the 1960's. Classic American textile with the extravagance of iridescent paillettes. Simple sheath shape with wide scoop neckli...
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1960s American Day Dresses

Luca Luca Size 44 US 12 / 14 Embroidered Cotton + Linen Pastel Halter Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic LUCA LUCA halter dress! Soft cotton and linen blend. Embroidered flowers and leaves printed throughout. Beautiful pastel colors in yellow, green, orange and brown throughout. Fu...
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Fantastic Early 1970s Boho Chic Paisley Print Vintage Red 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous early 1970s lightweight wool boho chic paisley print maxi dress! Features a red background with vibrant hues of blue, green, yellow and orange throughout. Open back reveals ...
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1970s Day Dresses

NWT 1990s Thomas Steinbruck Size 12 Black Gray Ombre Silk Vintage 90s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning brand new with original Bergdorf Goodman store tags still attached 1990s THOMAS STEINBRUCK black and grey silk evening gown! This rare find ...
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1990s American Day Dresses

Denim bustier dress with silk chiffon ruffles edge Versace Jeans Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Denim bustier dress with silk chiffon ruffles edge. Cut-work. Zip closure middle back with Medusa on the zip-puller. SIZE 40 (It) 36 (Fr) S
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Printed silk jacquard cocktail dress with bow tie Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and white printed silk jacquard cocktail dress with bow tie. Shoulder pad. Zip closure on the left side. Raglan sleeve. SIZE 34( Fr) on tag / S
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1980s French Day Dresses

Beautiful 1980s does 1950s Hand Painted Floral Puff Sleeve Vintage 80s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 80s does 50s hand painted demi couture cotton puff sleeve dress! Features handpainted flowers in pink, purple, yellow, green and ivory on an ivory background. Impeccable con...
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1980s Day Dresses

Emporio Armani midi dress
Located in Carnate, IT
Emporio Armani midi dress Size 42 IT. 100% viscose. Length 80 cm. Good condition, shows signs of use as shown in the photo.
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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

1970s Pomare Hawaiian Vintage Colorful Tropical Print Halter Wrap 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic, yet versatile POMARE of HAWAII brightly colored floral wrap halter maxi dress! Soft cotton blend, with bright colors in purple, pink, blue, fuchsia, green and yellow. Criss crosses around the neck and ties at top back neck. Can also be used as a one shoulder toga dress or high waisted maxi skirt sarong, which would be perfect over a swimsuit. In great condition. Made in Hawaii Approximately Size Small - Large (wrap style allows for an array of sizes) Measurements: 32-38 inch bust 24-32 inch waist Up to 42 inch hips 56 inches from top back halter to...
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1970s American Day Dresses

1960s Rodrigues Mod Silk Chiffon A Line Retro Vintage 60s Silk Chiffon Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional 1960s RODRIGUES for NEIMAN MARCUS silk chiffon A-line babydoll dress! Features vibrant colors of yellow, chartreuse green, purple, and orange. Flower prints mixed with ge...
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1960s American Day Dresses

CHANEL white cotton blend 2012 12P RIB-KNIT TRUMPET Dress 36 XS
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel ribbed short trumpet dress in off-white cotton (81%) and nylon (19%). Closes with hook and invisible zipper on the back. Lined in black silk (100%). Has been wo...
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2010s Day Dresses

Beige bustier cocktail dress with ruffles Flavio Castellani
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige bustier cocktail dress with ruffles. Main fabric composition: 50% rayon, 45% cotton, 5% elasthane. Lining: 57% rayon, 43% poli-butile Invisible zip on the left side. SIZE 40 ...
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

1970s Samir Rust Brown Faux Suede Beaded Fringed Boho Vintage 70s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s SAMIR rust colored faux suede spaghetti strap handkerchief hem boho beaded dress ! Features a soft faux suede with fringe at the neck and hem. Hidden zipper up the side...
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1970s American Day Dresses

Laura Ashley Batsheva 80s Sz 6 Purple Pink Avant Garde Vintage Floral Midi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and iconic early 1980s LAURA ASHLEY Batsheva Avant Garde purple, pink and green cotton midi dress! Features the signature Ashley floral print. Great double layer of ruffled slee...
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1980s British Day Dresses

1960s I Magnin Chartreuse Green Silk Shantung 3 Piece Dress and Jacket Ensemble
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Jackie O style vintage I MAGNIN chartreuse green raw silk three piece dress set! Features a long sleeve silk shantung shift dress. High collar...
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1960s American Day Dresses

ZIMMERMANN Garnet burgundy silk 2024 CORSET SATIN MIDI Dress 0 XS
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Zimmermann cocktail dress in Garnet burgundy satin silk exudes effortless elegance. Designed with a flattering fit-and-flare silhouette, it features a structured ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Mollie Parnis 1970s Red + Pink + Gold Silk Chiffon Flower Print 70s Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 1970s MOLLIE PARNIS red, pink and gold gown / maxi dress! Tailored high neck bodice with a forgiving and flattering full skirt that features a red velvet bow belt. Long semi sheer sleeves with hidden snaps at each cuff. Pink and red hibiscus...
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1970s American Day Dresses

Art Deco 'Flapper' Beaded Cocktail Dress
Located in Sharon, CT
Offering an Extraordinary Art Deco 1920's Couture Black Silk Crepe Beaded 'Flapper' Cocktail Dress. With extreme deco scalloped hem.
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1920s American Day Dresses

Pab 1960s Vintage Screen Print Silk Chiffon Mod Dress in Yellow and Orange
By Pab
Located in Sparks, NV
Amazing 1960s vintage screen printed mod dress by Pab. Long sheer sleeves and vibrant print in orange and yellow. Details: Partially Lined Back Zip with Hook Closure Marked ...
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1960s American Day Dresses

Marc Jacobs for Bergdorf Goodman 1920s Flapper Style Gray 20s Rayon Shirt Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
MARC JACOBS for BERGDORF GOODMAN early 2000s 1920s flapper style grey shirt dress ! Features a pleated bodice with a drop waist. Butto...
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

1990s John Richmond Black Minimalist Sexy Vintage 90s Slip Dress LBD
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect vintage early 90s JOHN RICHMOND black slip dress! Simple, yet super flattering! V neck bodice with spaghetti straps. Unique net hem reveals just the right amount of skin....
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Brand New Valentino NWT $3, 600 Ivory + Beige Taupe 2004 Size 4 Silk Skirt Suit
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic brand new with tags 2004 VALENTINO color block short sleeve ivory and beige/taupe textured silk skirt suit! Retailed for $3,590 at Neiman Marcus! Features color blocking detailo...
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Bob Mackie Vintage Couture Custom Made Black Silk Sequin Beaded Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional vintage BOB MACKIE Couture CUSTOM MADE evening dress! This beauty is one-of-a-kind, and was made for one of Mackie's personal close friends,...
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1980s 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

Chic 1960s Bubblegum Pink Jackie O Style Vintage 60s Raw Silk Bow Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s bubblegum pink Jackie O style silk dress! Flattering sheath shape with a bow at top left center neck. Full metal zipper up the back with hook...
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1960s Day Dresses

1970s Coral Pink Silk Chiffon Halter Sheer Caplet Vintage 70s Maxi Dress Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s coral pink halter maxi dress / gown with attached sheer caplet! Features a halter neck with two spaghetti straps in the back to offer additional support. Self tied sa...
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1970s American Day Dresses

Amazing 1980s Vintage Lillie Rubin Black Sequin Ostrich Feather Strapless Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing showstopping vintage 80s LILLIE RUBIN black sequin and ostrich feather strapless cocktail dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins surrounding the front and back bodice...
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Late 20th Century American Day Dresses

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent ' Rive Gauche ' Yellow Cotton Tunic Dress YSL
Located in San Diego, CA
Perfect vintage Yves Saint Laurent "Rive Gauche" muted yellow cotton tunic/dress! Perfect as a dress or a tunic....great over a swimsuit! V-neck style, with pockets at both...
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1990s French Day Dresses

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière SS 2003 Runway Grey Blue Patchwork Zip Dress
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A rare and avant-garde archival piece as seen on the SS03 runway, this is a collector’s gem that exemplifies early 2000s Balenciaga innovation. This striking knee-length dress is cra...
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Early 2000s Day Dresses

Chic 1970s 70s Black + Silver Metallic Crochet Floral Print Vintage Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 70s vintage maxi dress! Silver and black metallic maxi skirt, with printed hibiscus flowers throughout. Blak crochet bodice, with attached...
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1970s Day Dresses

1980's AZZEDINE ALAIA dark brown deerskin suede jacket and fringed shorts
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, deep brown deerskin jacket and matching fringed shorts designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the late 1980's. This set is really unique and has a lot of great details inclu...
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1980s Italian Day Dresses

Miu Miu Early 2000s Navy Blue + Red Virgin Wool Size 44 US 8 A - Line Mod Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly chic early 2000s does 1960s MIU MIU navy blue and red color block A - Line nautical dress! Features soft virgin wool. Sleek tailored bodice with a flattering A-Line skirt....
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Early 2000s Italian 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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