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Marni Silk Floral Tunic / Mini Dress
By Marni, Consuelo Castiglioni
Located in Port Hope, ON
Can be worn as a tunic or mini dress this silk dropped waist dress has an ivory background, with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mini Dresses

Norman Norell Twenties Inspried Dress
By Norman Norell
Located in New York, NY
Norman Norell, soft pink, silk crepe, sleeveless, dropped waist, dress with two, bias cut tiers
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Zhandra Rhodes Stenciled Print Chiffon Dress
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in New York, NY
Zhandra Rhodes, ivory and pale blue, stenciled print, chiffon, drop waist dress, with pearl detail
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1980s British Cocktail Dresses

Marimekko Dress with Pleats
By Marimekko
Located in New Hope, PA
A cheerful red and white grid pattern on a white cotton background enlivens this dropped waist
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1970s Finnish Informal Dresses

2001 Chanel Black Silk Cocktail Dress w/Lesage Beading, Lace Appliques
By Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
2001 Chanel black silk dropped waist dress with ruffled collar and slit down skirt front revealing
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

ALEXANDER McQUEEN c. 2007 Black Ribbon Band Silk Drop Waist Sleeveless Dress 38
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2007 Black Ribbon Band Silk Drop Waist Sleeveless Dress Brand / Manufacturer
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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Haute Couture Christian Dior Vintage Black Velvet Lace 1970s dress
By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Incredible 1973 Automne-Hiver Christian Dior Haute couture by Marc Bohan black velvet drop waist
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses

Original 1920s Lame Drop Waist Flapper Dress
Located in London, GB
. The colour elements are warm tones of red, orange and deep turquoise. Drop-waist dresses in the 'robe
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1920s French Sheath Dresses

ZAC POSEN Size XS Black Viscose Blend Cut Out Dress
By Zac Posen
Located in San Francisco, CA
ZAC POSEN short sleeve dropped waist dress comes in black knitted viscose blend fabric, scoop neck
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Dresses

MIU MIU coral black white silk COLORBLOCK Sleeveless Mini Dress 40 S
By Miu Miu
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Miu Miu drop-waist dress in black, coral, and off-white silk (100%). With v neck and
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21st Century and Contemporary Shift Dresses

1990s Galanos leopard spot chiffon dress
By James Galanos
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
James Galanos from the 1990s...Silk chiffon dress in a green & gold leopard print...Dropped waist
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER McQUEEN c. 2007 Black Ribbon Band Silk Drop Waist Sleeveless Dress 44
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c. 2007 Black Ribbon Band Silk Drop Waist Sleeveless Dress Brand / Manufacturer
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Pre-Loved Louis Vuitton Women s V-Back Ruffle Dress
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
. Details Drop waist dress Brown and blue rib detailing Sleeveless V-neck open back Made in Italy
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21st Century and Contemporary British Mini Dresses

Vintage Matelassé White Cotton Ruffle Sun Dress 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, princess seam dress in lightweight quilt texture white cotton. Drop waist dress with a bow tie at the hip
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1960s American Princess Cut Dresses

Courreges Navy Blue Drop Waist Pleated Dress
By André Courrèges
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage Andre Courreges navy blue dress. Drop waist with knife pleated skirt. Darted waist. Side
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1980s French Day Dresses

McQueen Ivory Drop Waist Satin Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Off white kimonoesque dress with asymmetrical sash, draped skirt and bubble hem. Circa 2007.
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21st Century and Contemporary British Aesthetic Day Dresses

Romeo Gigli 1980s Black Drop Waist Maxi Dress
By Romeo Gigli
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your wardrobe with the Romeo Gigli 1980s Black Drop Waist Maxi Dress, a timeless piece that
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1980s European Day Dresses

Jonathan Logan Black Drop Waist Belted Dress, 1960s
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A classic LBD from the 1960s by American designer, Jonathan Logan. The sleeveless dress has a drop
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1960s American Day Dresses

Fuchsia Print Dropped Waist Chiffon Day Dress
Located in New York, NY
Fuchsia and ivory floral print dropped waist "chemise" 20's inspired chiffon day dress.
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1970s Chemise Dresses

Cream Marc Jacobs Drop Waist Shift Dress
By Marc Jacobs
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Cream drop-waist shift dress by Marc Jacobs. Jewelneck. Sleeveless. Concealed
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21st Century and Contemporary Shift Dresses

Geoffrey Beene Dropped Waist Lame Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
gold vertical stripe. Dress has a boat neck with capped sleeves and a dropped waist with gathering at
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

RDC Trompe Tan, Red, Burgundy Stripe Drop Waist Maxi Dress
By Roberta Di Camerino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage tan, red and burgundy Roberta Di Camerino trompe striped jersey maxi dress. Dress features
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1970s Italian Maxi Dress

Chanel circa 1980s Print Drop Waist Chiffon Dress
By Chanel
Located in US
Chanel dress features a unique print throughout with a drop-waist. There is a back zipper and hook
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Late 20th Century French Casual Dresses

Vintage Missoni Drop Waist Striped Knit Sleeveless Dress
By Missoni
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into summer style with this Vintage Missoni Drop Waist Striped Knit Sleeveless Dress
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Early 2000s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

VALENTINO Size M Black Knit Drop Waist Lace Ruffle Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO sleeveless shift dress comes in black knit with a round neck and drop waist accented by
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

Vintage Art Deco yellow silk sunray day dress, drop waist
Located in NEWARK, GB
sleeveless with a drop waist. Very sheer and very lightweight, perfect for the summer months, you may want
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Early 20th Century British Day Dresses

Pre-Loved Calvin Klein Women s Brown Suede Sleeveless Drop Waist Flared Dress
By Calvin Klein
Located in London, GB
. Details Brown Suede leather Dress Sleeveless Round neckline Exposed seams design Drop waist Flared skirt
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21st Century and Contemporary British Maxi Dress

1960s Lilli Diamond Floral Cocktail Dress w/ Dropped Waist
By Lilli Diamond
Located in Gresham, OR
A charming 1960s Lilli Diamond floral cocktail dress with dropped waist and balloon sleeved styling
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Art Deco velvet devore dress, drop waisted
Located in NEWARK, GB
Stunning is the only way to describe this amazing 1920's devoré velvet number. This dress is
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Early 20th Century British Evening Dresses

1920S Navy Blue Silk Velvet Pintucked Drop Waist Day Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Navy Blue Silk & Velvet Pintucked Drop Waist Day Dress
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1920s Casual Dresses

1920s Silk Chiffon Floral Print Tea Dress w/ Dropped Waist
Located in Gresham, OR
1920s beige silk chiffon tea dress with dropped waist: pink and green floral sprays adorn this
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Informal Dresses

Pre-Loved Calvin Klein Women s Brown Suede Sleeveless Drop Waist Flared Dress
By Calvin Klein
Located in London, GB
. Details Brown Suede leather Dress Sleeveless Round neckline Exposed seams design Drop waist Flared skirt
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21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses

ZIMMERMANN pink silk FLORAL DROP WAIST MINI Dress 0 XS
By Zimmermann
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Zimmermann ruched floral mini dress in blushed pink, yellow, olive green and pale
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2010s Casual Dresses

Isabel Marant Etoile Dress Silk Printed Creme Drop Waist 42 / 8
Located in Miami, FL
flourishes on a creme background. Drop waist band with floral gray print. 13 covered buttons in front. Long
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2010s Chemise Dresses

RACHEL ZOE Size 6 White Cotton Lace Drop Tweed Waist Dress
By Rachel Zoe
Located in San Francisco, CA
RACHEL ZOE short sleeve shift dress comes in white lace with a drop waist, tweed skirt, short
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21st Century and Contemporary Shift Dresses

MOSCHINO Size 8 Red Silk Pleated Drop Waist Sleeveless Shift Dress
By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage sleeveless MOSCHINO shift dress comes in vibrant red silk with a round neck, drop waist and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shift Dresses

SAINT LAURENT midnight blue cotton DROP WAIST MIN Shift Dress 40
By Saint Laurent
Located in Zürich, CH
Saint Laurent drop-waist long-sleeve dress in midnight blue cotton (100%). With mandarin collar
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Casual Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN asymmetric ruffle sleeve drop waist flared dress IT36 XXS
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white asymmetric ruffle sleeve drop waist flared dress IT36 XXS Reference: AAWC
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Casual Dresses

Bronx and Banco White Lace Drop Waist Mini Dress Size XS
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Never worn, with tags. No visible wear to dress is evident on this new Bronx & Banco
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21st Century and Contemporary British Mini Dresses

1990 s COMME DES GARCONS black knit dress with voluminous sleeves and drop waist
By Comme des Garçons
Located in San Fransisco, CA
has voluminous sleeves which connect at empire waist for a very flattering fit and a dropped waist
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1990s Japanese Day Dresses

Prada Drop Waist Pleated Linen Silk Flapper Tunic Mini Dress 1990s 90s
By Prada
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling Prada mini dress with a drop waist and pleated hemline. DETAILS: Unlined Side Zip
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Late 20th Century Italian Mini Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent 1980s Peasant Dress With Drop Waist and Billowed Sleeves
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Charming Yves Saint Laurent Variation 1980s cotton peasant dress with dropped waist and billowed
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1980s French Informal Dresses

1980s Leonard Tropical Print Knitted Dress With Drop Waist And Batwing Sleeves
By Leonard
Located in London, GB
This colourful 1980s tropical print knitted dress is from Leonard studios and is in beautiful
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1980s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

new YOHJI YAMAMOTO black mixed fabric drop waist embroidered shirred dress JP2 M
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new YOHJI YAMAMOTO black mixed fabric drop waist embroidered shirred dress JP2 M YOHJI YAMAMOTO
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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

A vintage 1950s cream knitted drop waist glitter thread dress size S Small
Located in London, GB
A vintage 1950s cream woven dress with red and silver thread throughout drop waist with two large
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1950s Casual Dresses

Alaia Black Knit Dress W/ High Neckline Dropped Waist and Pleated Flared Skirt
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Gresham, OR
/4 sleeves, a dropped waist and a full pleated skirt. Zippered back.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Informal Dresses

EMILIO PUCCI c.1960 s Multicolor Zigzag Signature Print Drop Waist Shift Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
border detailing around bust, cuffs, drop waist, and hem. Wrist length sleeves. Bateau neckline. Unmarked
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1960s Italian Shift Dresses

Pre-Loved Givenchy Women s White Drop Waist Cut Out Detail Knee Length Dress
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Round neckline Drop waist Cut out design on skirt Frayed hemline Back zip closure with hook and eye
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21st Century and Contemporary British Casual Dresses

50s Dropped Waist Pink Lace Floral Party Dress w/ Underpinnings
Located in Gresham, OR
A flirty late 50s party dress in pink and white floral sheer lace with a dropped waist, gathered
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Ralph Lauren Gown - Collection - Cream Beaded Drop Waist Tulle Dress
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in San Francisco, CA
satin piping and drop waist pleated tulle skirt. Made in USA. New with Tags. Marked: 12
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

1920S Blush Pink Silk Crinkle Chiffon Drop Waist Sheer Day Dress With Bias Gode
Located in New York, NY
1920S Blush Pink Silk Crinkle Chiffon Drop Waist Sheer Day Dress With Bias Godets
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1920s Casual Dresses

M MISSONI Size 2 Black Jersey Drop Waist Striped Knit Skirt Dress
By M Missoni
Located in San Francisco, CA
M MISSONI dress comes in black jersey with a scoop neck, cap sleeves, and drop waist gray orange
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Late 20th Century Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black silk velvet drop waist cocktail dress with puffball skirt, c. 1960
Located in London, GB
Black silk velvet couture cocktail dress with drop waist, puffball skirt, ribbon bow fastening and
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1960s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

OSCAR DE LA RENTA 0 Navy White Boucle Drop Waist Ruffle Skirt Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
sleeveless sheath body detailed with raw edge silk piping and a drop waist ruffled skirt underlay. Made in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

RENEE HELGA HOWIE c.1970s Color Paint Block Drop Waist Bishop Belted Shift Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
RENEE HELGA HOWIE c.1970s Color Paint Block Drop Waist Bishop Belted Shift Dress Circa: 1970’s
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1970s American Shift Dresses

1920s Cream Silk Crepe Flapper Dress With Drop Waist and Lace Inlay
Located in London, GB
construction. The soft cream silk crepe fabric has been expertly tailored to create an elegant drop waist with
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1920s Unknown Evening Dresses

Vintage 1920s 20s Sheer Black Silk Chiffon + Lace Drop Waist Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely sheer black silk chiffon and lace flapper dress from the late 1920s. Flutter sleeves and
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Evening Dresses

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Drop Waist Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary drop waist dress for your needs in our varied inventory. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Gray, Red and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect drop waist 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. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Chanel, Alexander McQueen and Emilio Pucci are consistently popular. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Drop Waist Dress?

Prices for a drop waist dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $105 and can go as high as $14,800, while, on average they fetch $688.

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From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

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Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

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Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

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Questions About Drop Waist Dress
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop-waist dress is also called a flapper dress. It is characterized by a low waistband, which falls at the hips, and gives the illusion of lengthening the body. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer flapper dresses and gowns from top fashion boutiques around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A high-waisted dress is also known as an empire-waist dress. The dress is characterized by its fitted bodice, which ends just below the bust where it gives way to a flowing skirt. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer empire-waist dresses and gowns from top fashion boutiques around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop-waist top is a garment worn on the top half of the body. It features a waist seam positioned below the natural waist area and creates the illusion that the wearer has a longer torso. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and designer tops.

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