American Day Dresses

This is a stunning creation from James Galanos circa 1970. Done in an airy silk chiffon with a pattern of black dots, and playful florals in red, green and blue. From the round ne...

Product details: Yellow and green geometric, abstract, circle pattern Featuring v- neck cut out, and belt details Sleeveless Floor length Rear zip and two hooks closure Neiman Marc...

Anonymous cotton 1970's bohemian kaftan with multi shade purple and white wave style print. The dress features a v neckline and slightly ruched bust with a banded hidden empire style...

This good size 1950s shirtwaister dress is labelled Penney's Brentwood and showcases many hallmarks of mid-century dress design. A simple cotton day-dress, it is printed with a vibrant abstract print in amethyst, cobalt blue and white on a pale grey background. Black bullrush-like forms are scattered across the pattern. Bold aubergine-purple plastic buttons are embossed with geometric shapes. The full, swirling skirt is detailed with piping in purple and finished with black arrow heads. The short sleeves have a dolman...

Black and cream floral printed rayon dress dating from the 1940s. Tiny feminine V neck with a collar and long sleeves. Very wearable today with a pair of white sneakers. Beautiful fa...

An unusual 1950s custom-made mid-length sleeved forest green wool day dress with gold-tone corded crewel embroidery covering the entire front of dress. Traditional crafted style embr...

This is a really unusual couture made dress from Traina-Norrell that is almost certainly from the mid to late 1950s. The fabric is a superb silk taffeta in a rose print whilst the colours are chartreuse and earth tones of ochre and orange. It has wide straps, a fitted empire bust line with a balconette lining inside and a grosgrain strap to support the under bust. From the empire line flares an elongated A-line Princess seamed bodice. The low slung skirt, which is a deep gathered flounce, finishes below the knee and is of particularly lavish construction. There is a stiffened fine linen backing the flounce that is also supported by a second yellow linen under flounce to give unrivalled volume. The dress is also lined in a stiffened dyed yellow organza type fabric to give the dress a very structured look. It fastens to the rear with the original metal zip that is hidden along one of the seams. The dress, by one of the finest partnerships of decadent evening and occasion wear during the period is labelled Traina-Norrell. At first, we almost missed the label as it is hidden in the folds of the flounce towards the bottom of the dress. In very good to excellent vintage condition overall. Silk taffeta is notoriously prone to aging and this silk is in extremely good condition with no yarn separation. We have dry cleaned and the silk retains all of its lustre. However, in certain places, notably near the back of the zip, there is what we would call 'handling marks' which has resulted in slight 'greying' of the fabric, although it's very difficult to spot unless looking closely. There is the tiniest amount of fraying on the very edges of the shoulder straps. There is a very wide seam allowance on this dress and it could be altered at least one size bigger if not two by a trained seamstress. Our model is size UK 8 top - UK10 bottom or US 4-6 and this fits her well. Note on Designer: Normal Norell...

1960S DONALD BROOKS Printed Tropical Silk Parot Dress

Documented Rudi Gurniech red and purple "cross my heart" maxi dress circa 1969. The celebrated signer and actress, Barbara Streisand, owned many of Gurniech designs including this e...

V Neck Slim Dress in French Blue Brocade. The palest Blue Grey with Silver Metallic is both refined and timeless. A perfect cocktail dress with a lovely shimmery elegance. The brocad...

Has stretch in the bust and hips but not the waist 1990S GEOFFREY BEENE Black Wool Jersey Long Sleeve Dress With Sheer Striped Panels

Measurements: Bust: 42" Waist: 42" Hips: 42" Shoulder to shoulder: 15 1/2" Length: 40"

The most stunning vintage silk floral dress by Mr. Blackwell. sheath silhouette. square neck collar. short sleeves. tulip pleated hem. back z...

Original cold rayon novelty feather print wrap dress dating to the 1940s. It is in really vibrant colours of orange, yellow and blue against a black background and is a combination o...

This desirable original unlabelled 1940’s day dress in black rayon with a pretty pink rose print is an incredibly versatile piece and can be dressed up or down. It features long sleeves, a shirt collar, peplum detail from the waist and button up front with 8 x exquisite large black cut glass...

Stephen Burrows is an American fashion designer based in New York City, known for being one of the first African-American fashion designers ...

English Cotton Blend Dress in Pale blue and coral abstract floral goes from daytime to evening. The bateau neck and cap sleeve with box pleated skirt and coordinating belt perfect f...

Burnt orange and multicolor silk printed sleeveless dress by Carolina Herrera. Bateau neckline. Sash tie at waist. Bow accents at center back. 33" bust, 27" waist, 40" length, 18" sh...

Navy lilac floral French brocade loose fitting slim dress with 3 /4 sleeves. The collar drapes uniquely to the back into elegant gathers. Comfortable and chic—easily transitions from...

Chic sand cut-out bodice long-sleeve body dress in French Guigou Jersey and fully-lined in silk. Perfect for cocktails with a sensual yet highly elegant sil...

Claudia Li black a-line sleeveless v-neck midi dress. Size 4 with side button detailing, accented with white parallel line stitching along the front and bac...

This is a wonderful Pauline Trigere design. The dress is composed of a beautiful black silk chiffon with ruffle details at the sleeve and hem. This fabulous dress features a slip wit...

This is a fantastic day dress from Geoffrey Beene. It is made of a navy blue wool and has white buttons down the front of the bodice. It zips up the back. The skirt portion is pleate...

PRABAL GURUNG black cotton bow detail high waist fit flared dress US0 XS Reference: SNKO/A00420 Brand: Prabal Gurung Material: Cotton Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Lining:...

Incredible one of a kind 1970’s handmade hot pink & white floral full length, long sleeve maxi gown. This stunning piece features a very full flo...

THEORY navy minimal classic round neck midi shift dress US0 XS Reference: CELG/A00387 Brand: Theory Material: Triacetate, Blend Color: Navy Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Lining: Navy F...

Vintage Stephen Sprouse metallic silver tank dress featuring cargo pockets on the bust and the sides. This dress comes fully lined.

1980s Margene's emerald and black ellipse print silk jacquard dress: Buttons down the front with a tab collar. Two tiers of "peplum-like" flowing silk--one in the skirt and one in ...

Gene Ewing Sequin Purple and White Striped Shift Dress Sample Dress Front neck to hem - 31 1/2 in. Back neck to hem - 32 in. Armpit to armpit - 18 in. Wa...