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Worth gowns are evening gowns designed by Charles Frederick Worth, an English fashion designer who opened his first shop in Paris in 1858. Worth gowns are meticulously constructed with a wide range of textiles in luxurious colors and textures. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Worth gowns from some of the world’s top sellers.
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House of Worth Blue Silk Moire Reception Gown and Bonnet
By House of Worth
Located in Sharon, CT
In a Blue Silk Moire, a rare House of Worth circa 1875 Gown. Jacket Bodice: waist 20", length 21 (front), length
26" (back). Skirt: waist 25", length 42.5" (front),
length 45" (back). Note: The gown is being offered without the train (bustle) that would have attached to the skirt. Includes a Bonnet (hat), French in matching blue silk c.1875. Possibly by Madame Virot. Gown and hat purchased together.
Labeled Petersham 'C. Worth Paris...
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Late 19th Century French Court Gowns
A Redingote Velvet dress by Jean-Charles Worth Haute Couture - Paris Circa 1923
By House of Worth, Worth
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1923/1924
Paris
Redingote evening dress in chimney sweep brown velvet embroidered in a champagne color by the famous Maison Worth. Ample straight cut, long sleeves, high collar...
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1920s French Caftans
A ceremonial Couture Dolman possibly Worth- French Circa 1875
By House of Worth
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1875
France
Oriental-style opera or ceremonial visit in gold-spun turquoise silk tapestry known as Abba and originating from Syria. Cut with short basques at the back, long pan...
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1870s French Cloacks
1940
s HOUSE OF WORTH black wool haute couture dress
By House of Worth
Located in San Fransisco, CA
House of Worth, 1940's
A very rare black cocktail dress from the French House of Worth, dating to the 1940's. This striking design highlights the house’s couture-level craftsmanship...
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1940s French Cocktail Dresses
A French Evening Bolero In Fuschia Wool Embroidered With Sequins Circa 1940
By House of Worth
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1938/1942
France
Amazing evening bolero, possibly Haute Couture Worth (oral transmission of the progeny), made of fuschia wool twill Circa 1938/1942. Curved bolero with scabbar...
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