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MARTIN MARGIELA Replica of 1970
s cocktail dress
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Worn only once, MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA, modern replica of a 1970's, cocktail dress originating from
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses
Sexy 1970’s Black Mod Rhinestone Cocktail Dress
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented here is a gorgeous mod cocktail dress from the 1960’s. The dress feels like a black
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1970s Unknown Cocktail Dresses
1970
s YVES SAINT LAURENT 40
s style cocktail dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Stunning, 1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT 40's style cocktail dress.
Mr. Saint Laurent was thoroughly
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses
1970
s Turquoise Silk Chiffon Dress by The Silk Farm
By The Silk Farm
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a gorgeous and feminine 1970's silk chiffon dress with lovely detailing and a very
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1970s Cocktail Dresses
1970
s Averardo Bessi Neutral Colored Silk Graphic Maxi Dress
By Bessi, Averardo Bessi
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderfully crafted multi scale print silk maxi dress by Bessi. This dress has an elegant mandarin
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1960s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Zandra Rhodes 1970
s Seashell Pattern Silk Chiffon Dress w Pearl
Crystal Trim
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Zandra Rhodes 1970's Seashell Pattern Silk Chiffon Dress w Pearl & Crystal Trim.
Keyhole back with
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1970s British Cocktail Dresses
Louis Féraud Paris 1970
s Klein blue jersey deep V neck midi flare dress
By Louis Feraud Paris, Louis Feraud
Located in Milano, IT
Louis Féraud Paris 1970's Klein blue jersey deep V neck button up midi flare dress with long
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses
1970
s SONIA RYKIEL Metallic silk floral dress
By Sonia Rykiel
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Excellent condition, 1970's, SONIA RYKIEL metallic silk floral dress.
This fabulous dress
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses
1970s Lime Colored Silk Galanos Dress
By James Galanos, Galanos
Located in New York, NY
day to cocktail dress!
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
1970s Vintage Bill Blass Black Net
Lace Cocktail Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Portland, OR
We love this dress! This 1970's Bill Blass vintage black dress is made in a dotted net with lace
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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Dresses
Geoffrey Beene Black Tuxedo Dress Circa late 1970
s
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York City, NY
Black raw silk Geoffrey Beene Tuxedo Dress Circa late 1970's. Side pockets. Zipper back closure
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses
1970s Sunflower Yellow Jersey Polyester Italian Dress
Located in London, GB
Wonderful ultra-feminine figure hugging sexy Italian dress from the 1970s. In a medium to light
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1970s Italian Cocktail Dresses
1970s Gold Leopard Print and Stripes Dress
Located in Houston, TX
Fantastice and fun and vintage midi length evening dress!
This long sleeve dress features a V
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
1970
s Holly
s Harp Mixed Lace Cocktail Dress
By Holly Harp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage cocktail dress from Holly's Harp dates to the 1970's through mid-1980's. It is made of
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1970s American Day Dresses
1970
s Galanos Jade Green Pleated Silk Chiffon Dress
By James Galanos
Located in San Francisco, CA
featured on center front of dress; upper torso with vertical pleating; pleated long sleeves terminating in
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1970
s Jean Varon Black Flutter Sleeve Maxi Dress
By Jean Varon
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1970's dress
* heavy black poly
* gorgeous split angel sleeves with tassles
* cutwork
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1970s Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1970s One Shoulder Striped Batwing Sleeve Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1970s dress
* colorful striped jersey
* one shoulder
* open sleeve attached at waist
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1970s Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1970s Miss K Shaheen Gauze Maxi Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1970s dress
* semi sheer ivory cotton gauze
* floral lace sleeves & skirt
* dramatic
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1970s Cocktail Dresses
1970
s NINA RICCI PARIS Hot pink tiered party dress
By Gerard Pipart
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Late 1970's, NINA RICCI PARIS hot pink, tiered party dress.
The base of the dress is made of
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses
1970s French Couture black chiffon and Chantilly lace cocktail dress
Located in Newark, DE
lace cocktail dress, probably Yves Saint- Laurent, un-labelled, circa 1970.
It is adorned with bands
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses
1970s Camel Velvet Oscar de la Renta Dinner Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Dallas, TX
Late 1960s/early 1970s dinner dress in a camel colored textured velvet. The dress has a stand
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses
Valentino silk embossed floral halter neck dress. circa 1970s
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
gives subliminal messages of luxury and sensual opulence.
This exquisitely feminine silk dress is
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1970s Italian Cocktail Dresses
1970
s Hardy Amies Navy Silk Textured Stripe Dress with Ruffle Collar
By Hardy Amies
Located in London, GB
Semi-sheer 1970's Hardy Amies wrap dress featuring slightly puffed sleeves and a ruffled trim at
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1970s English Cocktail Dresses
1970s Bill Blass Black Bubble Skirt Cocktail Dress w/ Large Rhinestone Cuffs
By Bill Blass
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful over the knee loose silhouette shift dress with bubble skirt hem gather by Bill Blass
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
Valentino couture Swiss dot tulle and silk-wool jersey cocktail dress. c. 1970s
By Valentino Couture
Located in London, GB
exquisite couture garments of unequal quality.
This stunning cocktail dress embodies Valentino’s reputation
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses
Halston 1970s Beaded Cocktail Sheath
By Halston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s Halston heavily bugle beaded black sheer cocktail sheath. Gold and silver beads in swirl
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1970s Indian Cocktail Dresses
Giorgio Sant Angelo 1970
s Disco Era Beaded Sheer Black 2 Pc Evening Dress
By Giorgio di Sant
Angelo
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Giorgio Sant Angelo 1970's Disco Era Beaded Sheer Black 2 Pc Evening Dress.
This is incredible
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
1970s Oscar de la Renta Navy and White Silk Wrap Dress with Floral Print
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Houston, TX
Amazing wrap dress by Oscar de la Renta in a fantastic, playful deep navy blue and white tiny ditsy
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
Black Vintage Wrap Evening Dress 1970s Italy
By Fontana
Located in Vienna, AT
The black evening dress was designed and made in Italy in the 1970s.
This evening dress features
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1970s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1970s Crochet Lace Angel Sleeve Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1970s dress
* ivory & brown crochet lace
* amazing floral design
* buttons at
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1970s Cocktail Dresses
1970s MILA SCHÖN Black Patchwork Long Dress
By Mila Schon
Located in Milan, Italy
This lovely 1970s Long Dress by MILA SCHÖN is Black with rectangular Patchwork details purple and
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1970s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Halston 1970s Blush Pink Beaded Party Dress
By Halston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful shimmering party dress from Halston. Varying shades of pink bugle beads on silk organza
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
1970s GIO CARE
Printed Embroidery Long Dress
Located in Milan, Italy
This stunning 1970s GIO GARE' is in rayon fabric with green shades abstract print. It has beadeds
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1970s Italian Cocktail Dresses
Giorgio Sant
Angelo Rhinestone Studded Mesh Dress, 1970s
By Giorgio di Sant
Angelo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage dress from Giorgio di Sant'Angelo dates to the 1970's and is made of plum-colored netting
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
1970s Jack Bryan Sequins Chiffon Ruffle Trim Dress
By Jack Bryan
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1970s dress
* black and white chiffon
* 3 layer chiffon skirt
* acetate lining
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1970s Cocktail Dresses
Vintage 1970s Jack Bryan Chiffon Goddess Halter Dress
By Jack Bryan
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1970s dress
* ivory chiffon
* acetate lining
* beaded, rhinestone, sequin floral
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1970s Cocktail Dresses
Romantic 1970s Bill Blass Tulle and Lace Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in New York, NY
A romantic tulle and lace dress by Bill Blass from the 1970s. Bodice has a nude illusion. Lined
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
Sant
Angelo 1970s Pink Layered Silk Chiffon Dress
By Giorgio di Sant
Angelo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Romantic layered chiffon dress in watermelon pink. Dress is constructed from five layers of
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
Geoffrey Beene Red and Black Metallic Dress, 1970s
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Houston, TX
This unique long-sleeve Geoffrey Beene dress is sure to create a conversation when worn. The light
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
Oleg Cassini, 1970
s, Beaded, Sequined,
Lace Cocktail Dress
By Oleg Cassini
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an exquisitely beautiful soft white, 1970's vintage, beaded, sequined, and lace sheath
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1970s Sheath Dresses
Fred Hayman Beverly Hills Multicolor Paillette Mini Dress, 1970s
By Fred Hayman
Located in Houston, TX
Dance the night away in this gorgeous mini dress by Fred Hayman! The dress is heavily sequined in
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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Dresses
Marc Bohan for Christian Dior Embroidered Sequin Dress, Circa 1970s
By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Christian Dior by Marc Bohan, circa 1970's, sleeveless shift dress with diagonal stripe embroidery
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses
1970s Black Wool Evening Dress Ensemble with Oversized Rhinestone Trim
Located in Houston, TX
maxi skirt and a knee - length cocktail dress that layers over the skirt like a tunic. The dress has a
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
Bill Blass 1970s Blue Jersey Halter Dress with Matching Wrap
By Bill Blass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sexy blue halter dress in heavy well draped jersey. Tie neckline with shirred bust line and flared
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
1970s Bill Blass Two Piece Silk Evening Ensemble
By Bill Blass
Located in Houston, TX
nude sheath dress and painted tunic overlay. The sheath is made with spaghetti straps boasting a 12.5
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
Lilli Diamond Vintage Black 1970s One Shoulder Grecian Evening Dress w Jewel
By Lilli Diamond
Located in Portland, OR
This is a Grecian style vintage 1970's Lilli Diamond black evening dress with one shoulder
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
Zandra Rhodes Hand Beaded and Hand Painted Navy Silk Chiffon Dress, 1970s
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderfully designed
screen-printed 1970s Zandra Rhodes navy blue silk chiffon evening dress
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1970s English Cocktail Dresses
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture black sequined silk chiffon dress set, 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Paris, FR
puffed sleeves. The bottom of the dress is entirely pleated and over-stitched. A round collar top is
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses
1970s Oscar de La Renta Black Jeweled Center Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Houston, TX
Coveted 1970's Oscar de La Renta dress! Exquisitely beautiful zipper front adds sexy to the classic
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1970s American Shift Cocktail Dresses
YSL Couture 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful long sleeved dress from the 1973 Spring collection.
Number typed on label is 23351.
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses
$1,200
1970s English suede
BAT
Ensemble
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous 1970s English suede ensemble with a bead embroidered bat on the back of the top. Bat has
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1970s English Cocktail Dresses
Donald Brooks Pink Linen Sleeveless Dress Size 4.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Donald Brooks 1970s pink linen sleeveless cocktail dress is a size 4. Ladies please grab your tape
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses
YSL 1970s Red and Gold Lamé Ruffled Ensemble
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s YSL Red and Gold Lamé Ruffled Ensemble
Measurements--
Blouse Bust: 34 inches
Blouse
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses
1970s Bill Blass Red Crepe gown with Detached Hood
By Bill Blass
Located in New York, NY
Incredibly glamorous Bill Blass red crepe halter gown from the 1970s with a fabulous detached hood.
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20th Century American Cocktail Dresses
Lapis Lazuli 1970s Dress Ring
Located in Oxford, GB
A lapis lazuli and pearl 14 karat gold 1970s dramatic dress ring in a marquise shape. Very large
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modernist Cocktail Rings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Gold Bombé Dress Ring with Turquoise and Diamonds
Located in Dubai, DU
One of the most popular gemstones of the 1970s – turquoise – makes a fabulous showing in this big
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Vintage 1970s European Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond 1970s 18 Karat Gold Dress Ring
Located in Oxford, GB
A cabochon sapphire and diamond 18k gold cocktail ring. A central cabochon sapphire which measures
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire
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1970s Cocktail Dress For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact vintage or contemporary 1970s cocktail dress you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. 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. You’re likely to find the perfect 1970s cocktail dress among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Halston, Yves Saint Laurent and Bill Blass are often thought to be among the most stylish. Finding a 1970s cocktail dress for sale for women should be easy, but there are 27 pieces available to browse for men as well.
How Much is a 1970s Cocktail Dress?
On average, a 1970s cocktail dress on 1stDibs sells for $900, while they’re typically $83 on the low end and $68,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You
With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.
In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.
Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy
Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.
Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About 1970s Cocktail Dress
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The difference between a dress and a cocktail dress is mainly the specificity of the term. A dress is any garment that has a bodice attached to a skirt. The term cocktail dress refers to a dress designed for events in the late afternoon and early evening. Many feature hemlines that fall between the knee and calf. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cocktail dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A classic cocktail dress is a garment worn for special occasions that usually take place in the evening. Although its name comes from "cocktail party," the dresses are suitable for other types of gatherings. Designs vary greatly, but most cocktail dresses feature a hemline that falls close to the knee. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage cocktail dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cocktail dresses usually finish above or at the knees and are paired with high heels. This dress should be party-ready such as dressy separates or a little black dress.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a cocktail dress, first look at the hemline. Typically, hemlines for cocktail dresses fall to the mid-thigh or above. Materials and embellishments can also indicate a cocktail dress. For example, fine fibers like silk, chiffon and velvet are commonly used for cocktail dresses, and many pieces feature decorative accents, such as sequins and rhinestones. Keep in mind that there are no real hard and fast rules for what classifies as a cocktail dress. The term generally refers to any dress slightly more casual than a formal full-length gown but still suitable for nighttime wear. Explore a large selection of cocktail dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cocktail dresses first rose to prominence in the 1920s and onward, with each era making its own mark on the practical and fashionable garment. You’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary cocktail dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.
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