Mid-20th Century Day Dresses

A stunning and rare 1950s James Galanos red and black plaid silk chiffon dress: full voluminous chiffon bias cut skirt, button-closure sheer chiffon bodice covers an under layer of s...

If you had to choose ONE dress to wear for the rest of your life, choose this one. Its universally flattering cut accentuates even the smallest bustline while the swirling skirt (over ten feet!) skims over the hips and falls gracefully to the knee for dramatic movement. And though it is as light, wrinkle-free and sensuous as silk jersey, its easy care fabric means it is machine washable and supremely packable. A wardrobe workhorse, this dress can take you from day to night, Studio 54 to the Ritz Paris, and brunch to boardroom. Long sleeve swing dress with plunging neckline and front and rear princess seams from underarm to hem. Gently gathered inverted “V” seam at bust. Rear nylon zipper closure with top hook and eye. Unlined. fabric: stretch polyester jersey noteworthy: may be gently hand washed in cool water, drip dry alterations: none condition: excellent measurements: neckline opening: 7 ½” across neckline drop: 6” shoulders: 16 ¼” sleeve: 22 ½” from shoulder, 16 ½” from underarm sleeve circumference: 12” at upper arm, 8” at wrist bust: 38” waist: 29” hips: free length: 40 ½” from shoulder, 33 ½” from underarm sweep: 129” label: Edith Flagg...

1960S Hot Pink & Gold Silk Jacquard Gown With Belt

1950'S Black Silk Organza Baroque Embroiderd Cocktail Dress

Classic black dress by Courreges Hyperbole. Constructed, heavier weight fabric gives shape. Stretch waistband with tie. Banded short sleeves. A...

Vintage Sergee of California c.1940's yellow daisy print rayon crepe day dress. White and black all over daisy floral print on yellow rayon crepe. Crew neckline. 3/4 sleeves lightly ...

A beautiful 1950s azure silk brocade halter cocktail sheath dress and jacket ensemble attributed to Philip Hulitar with no labels present. Low-cut back ...

1960S White Floral Cotton Jacquard Sateen Mod Dress XL

Very full circle skirt, would take a petticoat. 1950S Emerald Green Nylon Tulle Strapless Party Dress Appliquéd & Beaded With Matching Bolero

This iconic vintage 1950s halter sundress features a playful graphic polka dot print. I love that the halter and chest piece is a contrasting black color, highlighting the unusual co...

1960s Bog Bugnand Black and Multi color (gold, orange, green , yellow and purple Metallic skirt) Sleeveless cocktail dress with black cotton scallop eyelet bodice with black beads. ...

A striking 1960s Carol Craig dress and cropped jacket ensemble: Beautiful white floral silhouettes on a shocking pink ground cover this short-sleeved, ball...

1960'S Brown Nylon Tulle Mod Sheer Nude Cocktail Dress Beaded With Pink Flowers

Brand / Manufacturer: Emilio Pucci Circa: 1960s Designer: Emilio Pucci Style: Knee-length dress Color(s): Shades of green, orange, yellow, white, black Lined: No Marked Fabric Cont...

1930S MME JEANNE Baby Blue Haute Couture Silk Satin Art Deco Seamed Gown From La Rochelle France

1960S Ben Reig Light Pink & Gold Velvet Lorax Cocktail Dress

Late sixties silk crepe printed dress attributed to Ungaro couture. Lovely A-line cut, zipped in the back. Fully lined in ivory silk. Fits approx. : US 2-6 (small US 6) / FR 36-38...

A fun vintage abstract print sundress with matching scarf. The dress is a print of pink, white and sage green , with a white trim. It has t...

This one-of-a-kind vintage dress features the most beautiful paisley chintz print on cotton, in an autumnal palette of orange, green, and ivory. So many details make this piece speci...

1930S Grey & Black Silk Chiffon Floral Dress

1950S White Nylon Pin-Up Nurse Uniform Dress Decade: 1950s. Material: Nylon . Vintage condition: Good. Measurements Bust: 37 in. Waist: 26 in. Hips:...

Original 1950s dress from quality British label, Melbray, in a wonderful deep cerise polished cotton. The floral print looks like forget me nots in a brilliant turquoise and white wh...

Fully lined in rayon 1950S SERGE MATTA Black Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Jersey Entirely Hand Ruched Dress

1930S Cobalt Blue Velvet Bias Cut Halter Top Gown

This 1950s cotton novelty print dress is tailored to a full-skirted, pleated style typical of this era. It has short-sleeves and a nipped-in waist. The square-neckline is held in pla...

1950S Black Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress With Sequined And Studded Bodice

Preowned, vintage and incredibly rare Bonnie Cashin for Sills mini dress, likely made in the 1960s. Made from a cocoa brown jersey knit, it features Cashin's iconic 'Madonna' hood t...

Thanks to its exaggerated cowl neck, floral matelassé fabric and feminine double-layer skirt, this easy day dress slips seamlessly into cocktail hour with a simple change of accessor...

1960s Valentino Smocked Black Day Dress. 100% wool. Metal zipper closure at back. Bodice gathers at waistband, with smocking detail on front skirt.

1960s Rappi Pale Yellow Floral Brocade Form-Fitted Sheath Dress w Flounced Hem: Sleeveless, fully lined. White metallic brocade with subtle citrine color florals. Fitted to mid-thigh...

1966 Geoffrey Beene Black knit studded Jersey ( see ad from vogue 1967) Bust 34” / Waist 28” / Hip 36” Dress is unlined and there is small hole ( see image attached) Label has been r...

1950S Sepia & Purple Silk Abstract Floral Dress With Petaled Drop-Waist Skirt

This is a wonderful late 1950s French couture lemon yellow beaded blouson dress from Pouppone. We have sold this label before and the workmanship is extraordinary, certain akin to t...

This late 1950s dress showcases many of the era’s fashionable hallmarks. We love the faux double-breasted front with chunky white plastic buttons and the boat neckline. The nipped-in...

1930S Pink & Blue Floral Cotton Voile Bias Cut Negligee Slip Dress Robe

1960s dress in black wool with fitted, scoop-neck bodice and triple-tier flounce skirt. Narrow satin belt. Lined in black taffeta. Back zipper. Size S.

This dress is a particularly vibrant and fresh example of late 1950s or early 1960s summer fashion. It is comprised of an unusual textured cotton fabric with a bold purple and green ...

1950S KRAMER ORIGINAL Blue & White Cotton Gingham Appliqué On Net Fit And Flare Dress

This dress is composed of a blue and white eyelet cotton. Features a zipper closure. In excellent condition. Shot with crinoline (not included). **Please cross-reference measureme...

A charming 1940s coordinating ensemble--sold together: A green and cream polka-dot silk satin dress with flowing skirt and tailored bodice, with a lightweight green wool jacket. Fu...

Circa 1930-1935 France Long dress in silk chiffon printed with blue and white Art Deco flowers on a black background, probably Haute Couture and dating from the 1930s. Sleeveless dre...

This lively sundress was made in the late 1950s to early 1960s and features some unusual design details. Tailored from soft cotton, it is patterned with vivacious abstract florals in...

1930S Cream Rayon Satin & Chantilly Lace Unique Sleeve Dress

1930S Sapphire Blue Bias Cut Silk Velvet Draped Cap Sleeve Gown

This feminine, princess length shirt-dress dates back to the mid 1950s and is one of the earliest designs we have even seen from this label. The whimsically printed cotton is quintes...

1960 Custom-Made Daffodil Yellow Embroidered Organza Mini Dress w Rhinestone Buttons: Fitted bodice with an A-line skirt, slightly flared sleeves, ruffled neckline. Fully lined in ye...

1960s Mollie Parnis Green linen cocktail day dress. Dress has metal zipper. Fully lined in excellent condition. no stains or holes. pockets. Best fit s...

Circa 1930-1940 France Elegant summer dress in unbleached raw silk from the 1930s-1940s, inspired by the sober, relaxed cuts of Mademoiselle Chanel. A straight dress with a small C...

1940'S Navy Blue Rayon Crepe Dress With Embroidered Sheer Back

1960S PIERRE CARDIN Cream Wool Mod Dress

Pauline Trigere Navy and Ivory Striped Wool Dress, Coat, and Belt - 8- Circa 60s. This fun set features a striped, sleeveless dress with a silver metal charm on the front. The matchi...

1940S White Cotton Piqué Off Shoulder Dress

Stunning 1960's Malcolm Starr strapless, empire waist, tea length evening gown. Magenta with metallic brocade rose pattern throughout. The simp...

Vintage Jean Patou c.1960's Haute Couture numbered (89737) black wool v-neck jumper dress. Designed by Michel Goma. V-neckline. Sleeveless. Thin shoulder s...

1960s dress features a flattering sweetheart neckline and long narrow sleeves trimmed with dark brown fox. The shaping is empire in front and darts in back. Three self buttons at cle...

Vintage evening caftan gown by Bob Cunningham Nellica Beitner for Neiman Marcus, circa 1960s. Metallic brocade blue and gold fabric fully lined with bl...

fully hand made with hand finished details and couture hand pieced lace work. Fully lined in a rich tissue silk. No boning. 1950S Black & White Haute Couture...

Vintage c.1960s Emilio Pucci silk jersey dress. All over sunburst signature print in shades of pink, yellow and white. Decorative border around cuffs, neckline, and hemline. Round ne...