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Dorothy O
Hara Vintage Black Lace Cocktail Dress, 1940s
By Dorothy O
Hara
Located in Sparks, NV
Extremely rare vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara cocktail dress in unworn condition with the original
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Mellerio ruby and diamond dress ring, French, circa 1945.
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in London, GB
Mellerio ruby and diamond dress ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Burmese
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1940s French 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Circa 1940
s jersey cocktail dress with pink flowers printed
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
jersey cocktail dress with pink flowers printed. Gather in the middle front on the bust, ruffles on
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940
s CLAIRE McCARDELL Silk cocktail dress
By Claire McCardell
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Excellent condition, late 1940's CLAIRE McCARDELL, silk, fruits & flowers cocktail dress.
This
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940s Adrian Black Linen Cocktail Party Dress
By Gilbert Adrian
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1940s gorgeous, lightweight linen party dress from famed American costume designer Adrian features
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Exquisite 1940s Sequined Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
This creme rayon dress is embellished with an intricate design of hand stitched gold sequins. The
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940
s Brown Crepe Sequined Dress with Hood
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a charming and delightful 1940's vintage, brown crepe sequined dress with short sleeves, a
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1940s Peggy Hunt Illusion Cocktail Dress
By Peggy Hunt
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1940s dress
* black rayon crepe
* nude acetate lining
* black floral lace bodice
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Late 40
s Sheer Black Cocktail Dress
Located in Toronto, ON
I place this dress in the late forties. It has magnificent workmanship. It has a chiffon overlay
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Valentino 1940’s Inspired Sapphire Blue Beaded Jersey Dress
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely 1940’s inspired Valentino cocktail dress is made from a vibrant sapphire blue silk jersey
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1980s Italian 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
40s Black Rayon Crepe Cocktail Dress with Rainbow Sequin Sleeves
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vibrant and noir at the same time. A circa 1940s black crepe dress with white cap sleeves and
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
40s Floral Printed Tiki Dress with Fringe Adorned Skirt
Located in San Francisco, CA
40s printed silk crepe cocktail dress. Exotic floral print. Ruched shoulders and left side. Single
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940s 50s RARE Strapless Copper Soutache Beaded Pearls Side Sash Marilyn Cocktail Dress!
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a gorgeous and RARE strapless copper taffeta cocktail dress. The bust is soutache, bugle
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1940s Unknown 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940s Anita Modes Black Dress with Green Beaded and Appliquéd Purse
By ANITA MODES
Located in Houston, TX
Long black dress with trompe l'oeil beading appears as a purse lying across this gorgeous bodice
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1940s Fred Perlberg Dress
By Fred Perlberg
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1940s dress
* black, red, pink taffeta
* acetate lining
* layered bodice
* bodice
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Adrian 1940s Putty Pink Dress
By Gilbert Adrian
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Putty pink crepe dress. Gold leather with beading metallic thread appliquéd around front bodice
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1940s Dorothy O
Hara Dress
By Dorothy O
Hara
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1940s dress
* black & gold striped taffeta
* bodice stays
* back tails
* metal back
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1940s Peggy Hunt Black Illusion Dress
By Peggy Hunt
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress
* black rayon crepe
* nude nylon lining
* black floral lace accents
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1940s Emma Domb Red Chiffon Party Dress
By Emma Domb
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress
* red chiffon
* acetate lining
* gathered bodice
* side zipper
* by
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940s Adrian Black Rayon Crepe Dress with Pleated Statement Sleeves
By Adrian
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fabulous cocktail dress from iconic Hollywood designer Adrian is done in black crepe and
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940s Black Crepe and Sequin Cocktail Skirt and Blouse Set
Located in Houston, TX
We LOVE this 1940s black silk skirt and blouse ensemble. The blouse is incredible; composed of slinky black silk, the blouse fits comfortably on the wearer. The structured shoulders ...
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940s Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
A perfect blush, this 40s dress is the epitome of sophistication. Fitted throughout the chest and
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1940s Unknown 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Belgian 1950
s Ruched Silk Jersey Gown
Located in Topanga, CA
This mermaid forrest green dress is ruched throughout. It has been manufactured by hand with
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1950s Belgian 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
French Dress Ring with Diamonds
Located in London, GB
1940's French Dress ring set with 2 Diamonds of approx. 1.85cts total in 18ct Gold and Platinum
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1940s French Modern 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1940s 35 Carat Citrine Dress Ring
Located in Melbourne, AU
detailing in gold and the bold geometric design makes it a typical cocktail/dress ring from the forties. Its
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1940s Retro 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
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Citrine, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1940
s Ruby and Diamond Drop Cocktail Dress Earrings in 18ct Gold and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
gorgeous cocktail earrings are a crown of Rubies balanced with a tail Baguette cut Rubies in Yellow Gold to
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1940s British Art Deco 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940
s pumpkin crepe silk bronze beaded peplum dress cocktail dress UK 8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
bronze coloured glass bugle beads, this original 1940's dress is just the piece to add to your seasonal
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940
s Beaded Black Crepe Cocktail Dress
Located in New Hope, PA
This chic 1950's short evening dress has beautiful beadwork at the neckline, the sleeves, and the
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1940
s red soutache embellished dress original 1940
s red dress UK 10
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This eye-catching 1940's rouge red dress, rendered in a rayon crepe and embellished with decorative
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Erik Schaix Cocktail dress, circa 1940 / 1960
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940/1960
France
Cocktail dress in emerald green silk ottoman from the 60s. Large matching
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1950s French 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Vintage Dorothy O
Hara 1940
s Origami Lace Cocktail Dress
By Dorothy O
Hara
Located in Sparks, NV
Museum quality 1940s Dorothy O'Hara black crepe cocktail dress with a lace bodice and pleated
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940S Black Beaded Silk Faille
Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Black Beaded Silk Faille & Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
COUTURE c.1940
s Black Floral Chantilly Lace Illusion Top Cocktail Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Couture c.1940's black floral chantilly lace illusion top cocktail dress. Black large
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1940s Unknown 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Morphew Collection Bias Cut Dress Made From 1940
S Floral Handkerchieves + Vic
Located in New York, NY
Morphew Bias Cut 1940'S Floral Handkerchief + Victorian Lace Cotton Dress
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940
s Single Shoulder Black Crepe Cocktail Dress W/Front Slit
Silver Studs
Located in Studio City, CA
1940's black single shoulder crepe cocktail dress w/front slit and silver studs across bodice and
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940
S Floral Rayon Button Front Paris Paving Stone Print Dress With Belt
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Floral Rayon Button Front Paris Paving Stone Print Dress With Belt
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1940
s Black Crepe Silk Rhinestone Bow Cocktail Dress UK 14 US 10
Located in Cheltenham, GB
dress, accented by rhinestone bow details, is the perfect statement piece for your cocktail wardrobe
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940
s Larger Size Beaded Black Crepe Evening Dress
Located in New Hope, PA
This elegant black crepe dress from the 1940's has a V shaped neckline, short sleeves and a natural
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1940
s Hand Embroidered + Beaded Flowers Black Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Chic black crepe 1940's dress with hand embroidered and beaded flowers across the bust and right
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1940
s Black Origami Avant Garde Sheath Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
An exaggerated silhouette on this 1940's simple but chic black sheath dress. The pointed side
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940’s Haute Couture Madame Gres Black Silk Jersey Dress
By Madame Gres
Located in London, GB
This iconic silk jersey dress by Madame Gres from the 1940’s is draped and heavily pleated with a
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1940s French 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940
S Possibly Claire McCardell Cotton Shorts + Top Play-set
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Possibly Claire Mccardell Cotton Shorts + Top Playset
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Dorothy O
Hara Fabulous 40s Draped Crepe Cocktail Dress
By Dorothy O
Hara
Located in Gresham, OR
Fantastic Dorothy O'Hara 1940s draped rayon crepe cocktail dress with dramatic hip draping and cape
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940s COUTURE Black Floral Eyelet White Sunburst Detail Cocktail Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Couture c.1940's black floral eyelet cocktail dress. Black floral eyelet cutout fabric
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Late 1940
s Adele Simpson Cherry Red
Blue Satin Party Dress
By Adele Simpson
Located in Atlanta, GA
This early Adele Simpson design is the epitome of a fun party dress. The cherry red satin fabric
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940
s Black Crepe Dress with Embroidered Beaded and Lace Trimmed Fans
Located in New Hope, PA
This 1940's black crepe evening or cocktail dress has a striking design of embroidered, beaded and
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
RARE 1940s Linen dress with embroidery
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous! 1940s white linen dress with purple flower embroidery.
Bust: 36"
Waist : 27"
Hip: 43
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Dorothy O
Hara Purple Wool Cocktail Dress w/ Peplum
Belt
By Dorothy O
Hara
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a charming vintage dress from designer Dorothy O'Hara, from the 1940's. It has a deep v
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940
s Maurice Rentner Larger Size Beaded and Draped Black Crepe Dress
By Maurice Rentner
Located in New Hope, PA
the pockets of this larger size black crepe dress designed by Maurice Rentner. The dress has a
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940s Heavily Beaded Ivory Rayon Crepe Cocktail Dress with Peplum Detail
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1940s silver bugle-bead and rhinestone studded rayon crepe cocktail dress in ivory
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940S Pink
Blue Rayon Princess Castle Fantasy Print Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Pink & Blue Rayon Princess Castle Fantasy Print Dress
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Samuel Winston Black Cocktail Dress W/Ribbon Detail, Circa 1940
By Samuel Winston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black sleeveless cocktail dress with ribbon detail by Samuel Winston, from the 1940's
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1940s 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Spectacular 40s Two-Tone Heavily Studded Wool Crepe Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A spectacular example of a two-tone (brown and mustard yellow) 40s wool crepe dress with dense
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940s Black crepe dress with multi color floral sequins
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful 1940s crepe with multi color floral sequin ( green, pink, purple, blue, and yellow) sequin is all over the front, back and sleeve
V Neck
Belt attached
Size : 8
B: 3...
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
40s Black Wool Fit-and-Flare Dress with Incredible Silver Studs
By Carlye
Located in Gresham, OR
A fabulous 1940s fit and flare wool dress, black with rows and rows of rectangular silver flat
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
1940s Eisenberg and Sons Gold Floral Print Silk Crepe Dress w/ Original Buttons
By Eisenberg
Located in Gresham, OR
lightweight silk crepe dress: fitted shoulders with blouson bodice and sleeves with gathered cuff. Faux
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1940s American 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1940s Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic dress with pockets from the 1940s. The dress has a v neckline with decorative buttons, and
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1940s Unknown 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses
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1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of 1940 vintage cocktail dresses for sale on 1stDibs. Our collection of 1940 vintage cocktail dresses includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Beige and more. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. 1940 vintage cocktail dresses such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Dorothy O'Hara, Don Loper and Peggy Hunt are consistently popular. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 5 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.
How Much are 1940 Vintage Cocktail Dresses?
Prices for 1940 vintage cocktail dresses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $150 and can go as high as $22,576, while these items, on average, fetch $665.
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