Mid-20th Century Day Dresses

A fantastic piece of haute couture, this Guy Laroche dress is perfect for either daytime events or, after a quick change of shoes and accessories, a cocktail wear too ! Constructed i...

Chic early 60s blue, green and pink pastel sleeveless shift dress! Features a soft linen / cotton blend, and is fully lined. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. ...

Chic 1960s EVON BESACK black crepe and velvet A-Line dress! Features a flattering square neck with a tailored bodice. Forgiving full skirt with intricate velvet details at hem. Full ...

Have your Cinderella moment in this beautiful 1950s light blue silk chiffon and taffeta evening gown dress ! Features 3/4 sleeves with a tailored bodice and full skirt. Skirt has att...

Gorgeous early 60s HOUSE OF BIANCHI turquoise blue silk brocade short sleeve gown / dress ! Features a vibrant turquoise blue silk with lighter green ...

Chic vintage 60s ELIO BERHANYER Demi Couture black silk chiffon and wool A - Line dress ! Berhanyer was a Spanish designer who received countless awards...

1950s Soft Flowing Plaid Silk Organza Dress in Pink Blue & Teal: A charming window-pane plaid silk organza dress with a wide-cut neckline, fitted bodice and full skirt. Skirt is part...

Elegantly embrace the timeless charm of the 1950s with our 1957 Vintage White Silk & Lace Wedding Dress. This princess style dress exudes a classic beauty t...

Simple and chic 1960s vintage cocktail dress with short sleeves and box pleats. Partially lined with rear metal zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust measures...

Very rare Kreinick label! American couture at its finest. Heavy weight jacquard fabric appears to be made of silk and wool. This listing is for a two ...

PIERRE CARDIN c.1960’s Navy Cream Geometric Mod Color Block Mini Dress Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Les Jerseys de Pierre Cardin Designer: Pierre Cardin Style: Sleeveless a-line mini dr...

Beige and pale pink beaded cocktail. No fabric tag composition but the main fabric is probably silk and cotton and the lining is probably silk taffetas. Lightly quilted. Zip in the ...

Gorgeous 1950s demi couture black velvet and hot pink silk fit n' flare dress ! Features a tailored bodice with a full skirt. Hot pink bow detail at left side. Matching pink fabric a...

Chocolate brown crepe long sleeved dress with a striped ascot bow tie at the neck by designer Adele Simpson. Rear zip closure. Partially lined. DETAILS: Partially lined Back zip cl...

Rendered in the most delightful shade of navy blue crepe silk, this original 1940's dress, accented by a cross over feature and button fastenings along the length of the back of the ...

Rare early 1960s JAMES GALANOS for Bonwit Teller ivory Irish linen Avant Garde dress ! This gem is seriously a musuem worthy couture piece from Galanos' early work. Couture quality, ...

Incredible vintage early 1960s turquoise / teal blue chiffon wiggle dress, with attached chiffon caplet! Wonderful flattering fit, with heavy attention to detail. Attached bow belt f...

When wartime rationing abbreviated garment lengths, brides used intricate seams and sharp tailoring to create interest in favor of volume. This shimmering example incorporates a scalloped waist seam and military shoulders to create a simple but striking gown emblematic of its time. Ivory wedding...

Chic 1950s SUZY PERETTE black and white lightweight soft cotton nautical dress! Features a bow above center bust. Gathers in the back create a flattering and forgiving silhouette. Fu...

Late 1950s to early 1960s piece by designer Victor Josselyn who used premium fabrics and production values to produce fashionable clothing for high end department stores in Great Bri...

Charming and unusual Ivory Slip Dress with Courtesan Embroideries from the 1940's. Elaborate 18th Century dancing courtesans in satin are hand embroid...

EMILIO PUCCI c.1960’s Geometric Floral Signature Print Cashmere Knit Shift Dress Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Emilio Pucci; Made in Italy for Lord & Taylor Designer: Emilio Pucci Styl...

Beautiful vintage 1940s demi couture navy blue and light pink short sleeve crepe gown! Features a gathered sweetheart neckline with pale pink lace above the bust. Pale pink ruffle al...

1960s Givenchy Blue Silk Linen Dress designed by Hubert de Givenchy. Sleeveless and large collar at the back. Fit best size: Small 2 or 4. Perfect f...

Amazing and super rare vintage 60s PIERRE CARDIN Couture red and white mod dress with sash belt! Heavy duty soft double cotton keeps shape nice, while ...

Adorable 60s babydoll dress! Features an allover floral print in blue, green, pink, purple and white! Detachable tie belt at waist. Wonderful full poet s...

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...

Beautiful 1960s CHARMONT MODEL by BURKEMAN & PASSES royal blue silk chiffon sequined gown! Features a tailored bodice, with a straight skirt and overlay. Hundreds of hand-sewn sequin...

Looking for something unusual and unique this is the outfit for you. This is a beautifully made rasberry pink dress with a high collar; full lenght shell; scalloped hem, and braided ...

Late 1930s to early 1940s White Cotton embroidered summer wedding dress. Dress has horse hair crinoline to give fullness. Size: 4 - Small Bust: 36” / Waist: 26” / Hip 40” / Dress l...

Art Deco Rayon Chiffon Slip Dress from the 1930's printed with delicate florals. Semi sheer chiffon with gathered bodice and bias cut flared skirt. Bodice can be worn off shoulder if...

Vintage Genny brown long sleeve mini dress with black satiny quilted trim at collar, cuffs, and hem. Decorative cloth covered buttons at each cuff. (Unkno...

COURREGES Couture Future c.1960’s Orange Mod Signature Logo Wool Sheath Dress Circa: 1970’s Label(s): Courreges / Marie Leavell Product Line: Couture Future Couture: Yes / Number...

This enchanting 1940s satin wedding gown was retailed by “Bourne & Hollingsworth” and refers to the luxury department store that used to sit on Oxford Street in central London. The o...

In Very good condition for the age however with garments over half a century old like this minor flaws are to be expected. 1950S Seafoam Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Beaded Stra...

Beautiful vintage 1950s 50s rare dress designed by baseball great Leo Durocher's second wife, Grace Dozier Durocher, for CAROLE KING! Luxurious dark green ...

Beautiful early 60s Demi couture silk chiffon dress ! Features flowers printed in pink and green throughout. Two layer of swag drape over the left shoulder. Tailored bodice with full...

This gown is 100 years old. Freshly washed, there are some spots from wear and tear, please refer to pictures. Gorgeous gown ready to be worn and appreciated. 1930S Black & White Silk Satin Bias Cut...

Chic vintage 1950s silk novelty pocket watch print silk fit n' flare nautical shirt dress! Features pocket watches printed throughout in red, white and navy blue. Buttons up the fron...

This iconic 1960's white dress, accented by faceted gold claw set studs, in a scattered pattern along the neckline and bodice, finished with a decorative central bow, is just the sta...

Rare and exquisite Avant Garde BESS MYERSON by Natlynn Demi Couture lipstick red and white one shoulder silk dress! Bess Myerson was a Miss America winner in 1945. She also dabbled i...

Amazing, IMPORTANT, and extremely rare 1960s Malcolm Starr, by Gino Charles cotton maxi dress! Red, white, and blue gingham, in a variety of sizes, with rick rack print...

Chic 1960s yellow, pink and white romper ! Features vibrant yellow background, with hot pink and white flowers printed throughout. Looks like a dress, but...

Perfect for brunch, weddings and cocktail parties, this heavyweight linen dress combines crisp geometry with masterful but discrete beading. Its Mod fingertip pockets and gentle A-line silhouette evoke Jackie Kennedy, while its otherworldly color—a combination of silver, dove gray and seagrass—begs for attention with merely a whisper. Sleeveless A-line dress with high round neckline and full princess seams front and back; on-seam front pockets. Neck and pockets heavily crusted with pearls, flower beads and rhinestones. Rear metal zipper closure with top hook and eye; fully lined in gray silk georgette. Matching self covered rope tie with dangling beads at each end. fabric: heavyweight linen, silk georgette, beads noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: none condition: very good with one missing rhinestone at center of flower at neckline and two missing beads on one end of rope belt measurements: neckline circumference: 15” shoulders: 15” from shoulder edge to edge bust: 39” waist: 34” hips: 41” length: 38” from shoulder; 31” from underarm sweep: 49” rope belt: 76” long (plus 2 ¼” dangling beads each end) x 3/8” wide label: Seaton Enterprises Ltd...

1930S White Cotton Eyelet Lace Summer Lawn Party Dress With Mini Bustle

Tres chic ST. JOHN signature santana knit canary yellow short sleeve A-Line dress! Features the softest knit that stretches to fit. Hand crochet detail at the neck, sleeves and below...

Stunning vintage Ceil Chapman dress in metallic gold and red silk. Darling cut with full sleeves and a flared skirt. Details: Partially Lined Back Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size:...

Gorgeous vintage 50s SILVANO OF ROMA FOR HEISER red silk dip hem mini dress or top! Hard to find designer is hugely sought after! Features an all-over metallic brocade pattern in gol...

Vibrant, floral printed silk dress by Emilio Pucci dating to the 1960's. Beautiful color scheme in tones of blue, purple with black accents. Snap closure at front. Fits a US 2. Bust ...

A stunning little black silk dress from Viola with a square neckline and a fitted princess seam bodice. The tulip skirt has incredible cartridge pleating around the hem and the sleeve cuffs and dress back have metal painted zippers. Fits size Extra Small...

his darling 1940's black crepe silk dress, accented by a cream floral lace collar, is just the piece to add to your classic vintage collection. The elegant rounded neckline, is fr...

The prettiest, yet sexiest 50s NEUSTETERS Demi Couture French silk lace peplum wiggle dress! The most fantastic fitting dress, with both flattering construction and materials. Featur...

Chic early 1960s kelly green Demi couture silk chiffon short sleeve cocktail dress ! Features an intricate tailored pleated bodice with a straight skirt. Hidden metal zipper down the...

1950S Christian Dior Black Chantilly Lace Sheer Top Cocktail Dress

EMILIO PUCCI c.1960’s Green Blue Op Art Signature Print Sheath Dress Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Emilio Pucci Style: Sheath Dress Color(s): Shades of green, blue, purple, white and bl...

From the personal estate of department store heiress Estela Jàcome, this dress came from her own department store and was purpose-built for the holidays. Printed in a green and turquoise Christmas ornament motif, the dress features a matching tassel belt that is TO DIE FOR. People will talk. Sleeveless cocktail dress with all-over tasseled Christmas ornament print...

1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & White Haute Couture Silk Lace Cocktail Dress Jacket With Mink Collar

1930S Off White Cotton Organdy Garden Party Dress With Tiny Green Polka Dots & Matching Ruffle Sleeve Bolero