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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

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

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

Designer Vintage 1980s Watercolor Flower Print Strapless Ruched Tiered Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 80s strapless cotton watercolor floral printed ruched dress! This dress is so flattering, it is insane! Ruching up the bodice is super slimming! Beautiful print, with vivid c...
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1980s American Day Dresses

1990s Dolce & Gabbana D&G Black Plunging Sexy Beaded Sleeveless Vintage 90s Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 90s DOLCE & GABBANA D&G black rayon jersey plunging beaded / sequin evening gown ! Features multiple layers of soft stretch jersey. Iridescent sequins and beads hand-sewn a...
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1990s Moroccan Day Dresses

Vintage 1960's turquoise pleated dress original 1960s tiered pleated dress UK 8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
An eye-catching piece to behold this original 1960's pleated dress in a vibrant shade of turquoise blue, is just the piece to add to your vintage collection. The elegant rounded neckline is framed by a simple shoulder line. The short length inset sleeves, boast micro pleating which flutter and pleat along the cuffs. The fitted bodice, boasts tailored darts along the bust-line and is finished by a cinched in waistline, which is accented by a delicate matching belt feature, which is sewn in place, The eye-catching silhouette of the skirt, boasts a micro pleated top tier, edged with a fluttered hemline, which sits above the full length base layer of the skirt, completing this dress in a timeless and iconic 1960's silhouette. This dress is lined in sky blue nylon. Label: Robert Dorland...
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1960s 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

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

CHANEL blue 19C LA PAUSA SEQUIN PRINTED MIDI Dress 38 S $53k
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel cocktail dress in La Pausa-printed chiffon silk (100%) exudes timeless elegance with a playful nautical-inspired twist. Featuring a structured, sequin-cove...
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2010s 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

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

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

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

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

Stunning Vintage Bill Blass Lipstick Red Strapless Silk Mermaid Dress / Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Bill Blass red silk Mermaid dress! Vibrant liptick red color, with intriicate stitching, which produce an unbelievable sexy fit! Su...
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1980s American Day Dresses

1970s Bill Tice Pale Yellow + White Cotton Eyelet Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
1970s BILL TICE pale yellow + white long sleeve cotton maxi dress ! Features all over eyelets with ties at center neck. POCKETS at each side of the hips. Hidden zipper up the back wi...
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1970s American 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

CHANEL black & white STRIPED HALTER NECK MINI Dress S VINTAGE
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel striped halter neck mini dress in black and white cotton (assumed cause tag is missing). Features two buttoned patch pockets on the front and faux buttons on th...
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1990s 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Vintage 1950's Red Silk Strapless Cocktail dress 1950 beaded dress UK 1-4 US 0-2
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the most eye-catching shade of red silk chiffon and embellished with silver lined glass bugle beads, red iridescent sequins and silver claw set rhinestones, this original...
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1950s 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

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

ISSEY MIYAKE 1997 Guest Artist Series No. 2 Nobuyoshi Araki Dress
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
ISSEY MIYAKE Limited Edition 1997 Guest Artist Series No. 2 Nobuyoshi Araki This piece is from the collaborative project between Issey Miyake and photographer Nobuyoshi Araki. The pr...
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1990s Japanese 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

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Dress with Buckle Straps
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has adjustable straps with silver Dior inscribed buckles at the shoulders and back of each strap plus a center ...
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1990s French 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

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

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

1990S Sophie Sitbon Golden Brown Rayon Satin Old Hollywood 1930S Style Gown L
Located in New York, NY
Dress is in vintage condition but does retain it's original store tag so we believe this dress has never been worn. 1990S Sophie Sitbon Golden Brown Rayon Satin Old Hollywood 1930S ...
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1990s Day Dresses

Vintage 1920's Cream Crochet Knotted Fringe Dress roaring twenties UK 10-16
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the most mesmerising knotted and crocheted design, this original 1920's cream dress, is the perfect statement piece to add to your vintage collection. The rounded neckl...
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1920s Day Dresses

Gianni Versace One Shoulder Dress with Cut out
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from Gianni Versace. It is comprised of a one shoulder bodice attached by one side to the skirt portion leaving a wedge of exposed skin between the two. ...
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1990s Italian 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

1960s Holt Renfrew Silk Lurex Blue + Green Metallic Watercolor 60s A Line Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s HOLT RENFREW demi couture silk lurex blend A-Line dress! Features vibrant watercolor prints throughout. Tailored fitted bodice, with a slightly flared skirt. Pre-tied bow ...
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1960s Italian 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

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

CHANEL cream cotton 17P FLORAL LACE OFF-SHOULDER MIDI Dress 36 XS
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel maxi dress in cream floral lace is crafted from a luxurious blend of cotton (70%), rayon (20%), and nylon (10%) - please note the content tag is missing. I...
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2010s 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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