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1930
s Silk Satin Floral Gown, Paul Poiret Textile
By Paul Poiret
Located in New York, NY
1930's Silk Satin Floral Gown made of Paul Poiret Designed Textile. Elegant design with draped
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1930s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
2000 Christian Lacroix Bias Cut 1930s-Inspired Rayon Jersey Floral Print Dress
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Gresham, OR
A flirty 2000s Christian Lacroix bias-cut 1930s-inspired rayon jersey dress with stylized floral
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Early 2000s French Informal Dresses
1930S Black Sheer Polka Dot Lace Gown
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Sheer Polka Dot Lace Gown
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1930s Formal Gowns
Black Lace Dramatic Flutter Sleeve Mermaid Gown, 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Magnificent 1930's black lace gown. Black lace overlay on a black slip with beige detail at the
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Early 20th Century Evening Gowns
1930s strapless silver lame embroidered strapless cocktail dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1930s strapless silver lame embroidered strapless cocktail dress.
Size 4
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1930s Unknown Cocktail Dresses
1930s Black and silver rhinestones evening gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous! Old Hollywood 1930s silk chiffon evening gown with circular rhinestones applique. Dress
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1930s American Evening Gowns
1930s Black Chiffon Gown w/ Rhinestone Straps
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930s Black Chiffon Gown w/ Rhinestone Straps. Silk chiffon gown with ruched empire neckline with
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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns
$760 Sale Price
23% Off
1930S Navy Blue Bias Cut Cotton Swiss Dot Organdy Puff Sleeve Dress With Rayon
Located in New York, NY
1930S Navy Blue Bias Cut Cotton Swiss Dot Organdy Puff Sleeve Dress With Rayon Slip
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1930s Casual Dresses
1930S Black
Gold Silk Velvet French Couture Gown
Located in New York, NY
finished 1930S Black & Gold Silk Velvet French Couture Gown
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1930s Formal Gowns
1930S Black Silk Satin Halter Bow Neck Gown
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Satin Halter Bow Neck Gown
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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns
Black Silk Velvet Gown with Rhinestone Accents, 1930s
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930s Black Silk Velvet Gown with Rhinestone Accents. Black silk velvet gown with cowl neck, gusset
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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns
$475 Sale Price
20% Off
1930S Black Silk Velvet Gown With Art Deco Detail
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Velvet Gown With Art Deco Detail
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1930s Formal Gowns
1930S Black Silk Satin Bias Cut Long Sleeve Gown
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Satin Bias Cut Long Sleeve Gown
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1930s Formal Gowns
1930S Black
Pink Rayon Blend Lace Cutout Taffeta Gown With Scalloped Neckline
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black & Pink Rayon Blend Lace Cutout Taffeta Gown With Scalloped Neckline Matching Belt
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1930s Casual Dresses
Black Silk Bias Gown with Beading and Flower Appliqué, 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Romantic and elegant 1930's gown. Black silk crepe decorated with clear micro glass beads trailing
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Early 20th Century Evening Gowns
Mauve Pink, Black and Metallic Lace Gown with Satin Slip, 1930s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Romantic and moody 1930's lace evening gown Intricate filigree floral lace motif on black net lace
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20th Century Evening Gowns
1930S Black Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Bare Midriff Gown With Silver Lamé Deta
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Bare Midriff Gown With Silver Lamé Detailed Lattice Work
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1930s Casual Dresses
Burgundy satin and tulle evening gown with cut-work Circa 1930
s
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Burgundy satin and tulle evening gown with cut-work. Biais. Tulle edge on the neckline and armpit.
SIZE L
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1930s European Evening Gowns
2000s John Galliano Black Lace Cocktail Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s John Galliano 1930s inspired black lace cocktail dress.
Silk buttons . lined in silk. Marked
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Early 2000s French Wedding Dresses
1930S Black Rayon Lace Bias Cut Gown With Raspberry Velvet Trim
Located in New York, NY
Some Holes in Lace 1930S Black Rayon Lace Bias Cut Gown With Raspberry Velvet Trim
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1930s Evening Gowns
1930s Black Bias-Cut Silk Velvet Gown w Pleated Ruffled Neckline
Low Back
Located in Gresham, OR
1930s Black Bias-Cut Silk Velvet Gown w Pleated Ruffled Neckline & Low Back: A super hard-to-find
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1930s American Evening Gowns
1930S Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown With Tiered Ruffle Hem
Puff Sleeves
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown With Tiered Ruffle Hem & Puff Sleeves
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1930s Formal Gowns
1930S Black Silk Velvet Long Sleeved Gown With Chrome Art Deco Buckle
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Velvet Long Sleeved Gown With Chrome Art Deco Buckle
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1930s Unknown Evening Dresses
JEAN CAROL 1930
s Feather Bust Gown with Drape and Sheer Bodice Size 2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Jean Carol gown is composed of a silk crepe and features a sheer bodice with feather applique. There is a center front draping detail and center back zipper closure with button...
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20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Late 1930s Couture Black Silk Lace Gown with Caviar Sequin Floral Tracery
Located in Gresham, OR
This exquisite late 1930s couture gown is unmarked as to maker, however, it is undoubtedly of the
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1930s French Evening Gowns
Vintage 1930s Black Floral Evening Gown Silk Chiffon Cotton Voile UK 10 US 6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A marvel to behold, this original vintage 1930's black cotton voile and silk chiffon evening gown
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1930s Evening Gowns
1930S Black Silk Velvet Bias-Cut Gown With Slight Train
Embroidered Lace Bodi
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Velvet Bias-Cut Gown With Slight Train & Embroidered Lace Bodice
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1930s Formal Gowns
1990S DONNA KARAN Black Bias Cut Rayon
Silk Velvet 1930S Backless Style Gown
By Donna Karan
Located in New York, NY
1990S DONNA KARAN Black Bias Cut Rayon & Silk Velvet 1930S Backless Style Gown
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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
1930S Black Bias Cut Rayon Crepe Gown With Celluloid Sequin Peek-A-Boo Sleeves
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Bias Cut Rayon Crepe Gown With Celluloid Sequin Peek-A-Boo Sleeves
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1930s Evening Gowns
1930S Silk Blend Lamé Skirt
Located in New York, NY
1930S Silk Blend Lamé Skirt
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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns
Adrian-Inspired Black Hollywood Regency Gown w Tiered Ruffle Skirt – XS, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
With its cascading ruffle back skirt, puffed sleeves and sweetheart neckline, this gown is like a page out of Walter Plunkett’s designs for “Gone with the Wind” or Adrian’s for “Lett...
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1930s Unknown Ball Gowns
1930s Burgundy Velvet and Rhinestone Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Burgundy velvet gown. Rhinestone detail. Sleeveless. Rear zipper. Lined.
*Condition: excellent vintage condition. No visible flaws.
Measurements Taken Laying Flat (inches)—
Shoulde...
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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns
Mermaid Romantic Gothic 1930s Gown and Broiderie Anglaise Jacket
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk 1930's gown with incredible seaming and lines plus a white broiderie anglaise
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1930s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns
Vintage 1930s Purple Lame Gown by Elvena
Located in London, GB
A stunning Lame gown in a pretty purple colour. The dress has a halter neck, fold over detail at
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1930s British Evening Dresses and Gowns
1930s Dark Rust Silk Velvet Ruched Evening Gown
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930s very Dark Rust Silk Velvet Ruched Evening Gown. Sleeves have been draped into folds that
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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns
$360 Sale Price
20% Off
Aesthetic Open Back Black Velvet Ruff Gown w Train, Hearst Castle - M-L, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Eye catching for its liquid draping, open back and dramatic train, this gown is an unmistakable reminder of Hollywood’s Golden Age, when decency laws left designers scrambling for wa...
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1930s Unknown Aesthetic Evening Dresses
1930
s Original Parisian Fashion Illustration Watercolor Black Oriental Dress
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Very stylish, unique and original 1930's French fashion design, no doubt of Parisian origin.
The
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Mid-20th Century Figurative Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Acrylic
1930
s Original Parisian Fashion Illustration Watercolor Black Oriental Dress
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
Very stylish, unique and original 1930's French fashion design, no doubt of Parisian origin.
The
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Mid-20th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings
Materials
Watercolor, Gouache, Pencil
$165 Sale Price
20% Off
Brown Regency Silk Crêpe Kimono Obi Gown w Crystal Batwing Sleeves - M, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
conscious glamour of the 1930s. The high cut asymmetrical bodice and inset obi waist detail keep it demure
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1930s Unknown Evening Gowns
1930S Russet Brown Bias Cut Rayon
Lurex Crepe Gown With Schiaparelli Style Br
Located in New York, NY
1930S Russet Brown Bias Cut Rayon & Lurex Crepe Gown With Schiaparelli Style Brass Leaves Belt
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1930s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
Plunging Brown Lace Hollywood Regency Capelet Gown and Slip - M, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
In true Hollywood Regency style, this gown technically covers the body but would leave little to the imagination if it weren't for the slip worn underneath. Despite having yards of f...
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1930s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses
1930s Royal Blue
Gold Art Deco Multi-color Decadent Bias-cut gown size 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: 7.5 inches from top to underarm
Belt length: 31 inches, Length when closed: 28 inches (lined in black
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Early 20th Century Unknown Evening Gowns
Portrait of a Lady in Green Dress - Scottish 1930
s Art Deco oil painting
By David Cowan Dobson
Located in Hagley, England
floral green dress and long string of pearls. She is gazing directly at the artist in quite a bold manner
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1930s Art Deco Portrait Paintings
Materials
Oil
1930S Black Sheer Rayon Chiffon Slip Dress With Keyhole And Little Pink Bows
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Sheer Rayon Chiffon Slip Dress With Keyhole And Little Pink Bows
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1930s Negligees
Regency Burgundy Silk Velvet Jeweled Cutout Back Bias Gown with Train – L, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
star of this gown is the back: two diamond cutouts linked by pave jeweled hoops make this dress a
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1930s Unknown Evening Gowns
1930s Black Dress Coat w/ Bakelite Buttons
Located in Bozeman, MT
anniversary this November. See you there!
Outstanding example of 1930s feminine coats
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Coats
Circa 1930
s Silk Chiffon Dress
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Circa 1930's, silk chiffon dress, V front, bishop sleeve with glass bead work, attached belt with
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1930s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns
1930s Black Satin Dress with Jet Belt
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1930s black satin dress with jet belt. Features netting/ mesh and a pretty cut out
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1930s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns
1930
s Black Lace Evening Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a sleek and sensual, 1930's vintage, black sleeveless, lace evening gown with a V-neckline
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1930s Evening Gowns
1930
s Burgundy Velvet Dress with Rabbit Fur Trimmed Sleeves
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1930's Burgundy Velvet Dress with Rabbit Fur Trimmed Sleeves
Shoulders: 17"
Armpit to armpit: 14
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1930s Unknown Evening Gowns
1930
s Rhinestone Studded Deco Circles Black Silk Bias-Cut Waterfall Train Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In this gorgeous 1930's French custom-made gown, the detailed construction and meticulous attention
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1930s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses
1930
s Black Sheer Evening Gown with Open Draped Sleeves
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Beautiful 1930's sheer black evening gown. AMAZING construction and so elegant! The dress features
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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns
1930
s Black Gown with Black Lace Trim and Black Lace Appliques
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a breathtakingly beautiful, 1930's vintage, black gown with a sweetheart bodice trimmed in
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1930s Evening Gowns
Late 1930
s Black
Brown Charmeuse Jeweled Dance Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an extraordinarily beautiful, late 1930's vintage, black and brown charmeuse, jeweled dance
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Gowns
Elegant 1930
s Black Chiffon Gown with Beaded Waist Band
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an elegant and stylish 1930's sleeveless black chiffon gown with an elaborately beaded
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Gowns
1930
s Black
Silver Metallic Lace Gown with Velvet Details
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an enchantingly beautiful 1930's vintage, black and silver metallic lace floor length gown
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1930s Evening Gowns
Late 1930
s Black Gown with Gray Organdy Ruffled Bodice
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an exquisitely designed, late 1930's vintage, black floor length gown with a slight train
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1930s Unknown Evening Gowns
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On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary 1930s black dress for your needs in our varied inventory. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Brown, Beige and more. If you’re looking for a 1930s black dress from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Morphew, Chanel and Harrods are consistently popular. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
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On average, a 1930s black dress on 1stDibs sells for $985, while they’re typically $188 on the low end and $9,900 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- What is a 1940s style dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- What are 1920s dresses called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In the 1920s, the flapper dress became a fresh new look for both day and evening wear. This shift dress hung from shoulder to just below the knee with a significant drop waistline. The evening versions of these dresses often featured lace, fringe, beadwork and luxe fabrics like chiffon, velvet and taffeta. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage flapper dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- What is black tie dress code?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Black tie dress code is a formal dress code typically reserved for special events that take place in the evening. For men, black tie usually requires a tuxedo and a black tie, though in some cases, a black suit may suffice. Women typically wear floor-length gowns, high heels and jewelry and carry clutch handbags. Find a selection of men's and women's formal apparel on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024What the dress style was called in the 1960s varied, as there were several types of dresses that were fashionable during the decade. At the start of the 1960s, many women wore swing dresses featuring fitted bodices and full skirts. Collared, button-up belted dresses called shirtwaist dresses were also popular, as were loose-fitting, flowy shift dresses. By the late 1960s, new styles emerged, such as flared, flowing tent dresses, sleeveless jumpers usually styled over sweaters and blouses and drop-waist dresses, which had their waist seams at the hips rather than the natural waist. Find a variety of 1960s dresses and other vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The dress code for a black tie event is formal. For women, this typically means full-length gowns, clutch handbags and statement jewelry. Men's black tie attire is usually a tuxedo. As the name suggests, a black bow tie or necktie is the traditional accessory, but today, some men choose to wear ties in other solid colors or even prints. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of men's and women's formal apparel.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 20211950s-style dresses are often called poodle skirt dresses. The dress is generally a fit-and-flare shape with a wide swing skirt. Another popular type of dress is the form-fitting sheath, also known as a pencil dress.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Flapper dresses from the 1920s came in a range of colors, although darker hues such as black and navy were immensely popular. Flapper dresses were cut with straight and slim silhouettes, were typically knee-length and had a lower neckline. They were often made from silk chiffon and featured beaded details. You’ll find a selection of 1920s flapper dresses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel made the little black dress famous. In 1926, Chanel introduced it, reclaiming a color that had once been largely reserved for mourning. When it debuted, Vogue magazine called the dress Chanel's Ford, considering that just as the Model T made automobile ownership attainable for the middle class, the little black dress made high fashion accessible for everyday women. Find a variety of Chanel dresses on 1stDibs.
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