1890s Day Dresses

Blue, knit wool dress with crocheted detail from Alaia dating to the 1990's. Fits a size small. Approximate measurements (unstretched): shoulders 13.5", bust 30", waist 23", hips 34"...

Alexander McQueen 'Praying Mantis' empire down in green silk (100%) with a round neck and is sleeveless. This collector piece is from the SS 2010 Platos Atlantis collection. Flares f...

A wonderful late 1960s Christian Dior ethnic-inspired purple, black and tan light-weight knit maxi dress with free floating top overlay, scalloped and frin...

This is one of the most interesting and unusual antique dresses we have ever had at Circa and of extraordinary construction. It is modelled on an earlier 18th century Polynesian style dress and is made from a very fine cotton in a sweet floral design of pinks and blues representing the flowers of the French nobility. It has a high sweetheart neckline and a princess seamed bodice with an inverted waistband following the lines of what would have been a traditional corset. The sleeve is an elaborate and shortened version of a leg of mutton style whilst the skirt element is a lavish affair of folded and pinned fabric leading to an arrangement of fabric swags on the lower third of the dress. The bottom rear portion is attached to the inverted waistband. The hemline of the dress is asymmetric as a result of the swags. Unlabelled but made by a professional hand, whoever made it had a fabulous appreciation of historical costume and it's quite possible this dress was made for a Hollywood film - it was purchased in LA. The fabric may be much earlier than when the dress was made - we believe in the 1930s. The zip at the back has been added either at the point the dress was made, or a bit later. We have completely restored and cleaned this dress taking great care to address any cotton breaks and she is now in superb condition with no flaws of any note. She will fit size UK 6-8 or US 2-4 and could be worn as a statement dress for an event or displayed. Our model is a UK 6-8 and 5ft 4in. (163cm), this dress was a good fit on her. Design Notes: The robe à la...

Emilio Pucci Iconic geometric origami pattern Cocktail Dress This stunning Pucci Dress has the iconic geometric pattern in colors of blue marine and baby blue and yellow, black and w...

Missoni Bow top and matching skirt. In signature Missoni stripe print. Size estimate: XS/S Measurements: Bandeau Top: Bust: 32-34 inches Skirt: Waist: ...

A blue wool jersey dress with a matching hood from Pauline Trigere. The dress has a simple crew neckline, short sleeves, an inverted V seaming at the upper chest and back plus a back...

Chic vintage RENA LANGE silk chiffon skirt and blouse set! Features colorful dragonflies printed throughout. Beautiful colors of pink, green, blue and yellow. Lace edges at bust and ...

1970s-s crochet halter dress with daisy embroidered linen handkerchief hem. Bustline and neck are hand-crochet. Three buttons at back of neck and E...

A fabulous light weight fine wool black and white plaid jumper dress. It has a halter strap extending from the below the bust to around the neck, cent...

A light cotton long shirt, maxi dress by Emilio Pucci. This piece dates from the seventies. Shirt collar with full sleeves that cuff at the wrist, covers buttons all way down. Fi...

This 100% authentic Christian Dior gown in cream semi-sheer taffeta polyester (69%) and silk (31%) is a captivating blend of elegance and effortless style. Featuring a relaxed silhou...