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Polished Cotton Dresses

Hermes 1970s Dress with Lace up Back
By Hermès
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black polished cotton dress from Hermes. It is sleeveless with a crew neckline, button
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1970s French Day Dresses

1950s Jane Derby by Oscar de la Renta Cotton Floral Dress
By Oscar De La Renta, Jane Derby
Located in London, GB
This enchanting 1950s or early 1960s floral print polished cotton dress from American label Jane
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1950s American Formal Wear

1960s Paul Jonas Floral Dress with Black Stripes
Located in London, GB
A sensational and original 1960s floral polished cotton dress by British boutique designer Paul
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1960s British Formal Wear

Black Polished Cotton Coat Dress with Mosaic Pearl Buttons
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant coat dress in black Swiss polished cotton with a wonderful silky look. Adorned with
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1960s American Day Dresses

Ceil Chapman Violet Cotton Floral Print Wiggle Dress, Circa 1950 s
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a collectible vintage purple, violet, green and cream soft polished cotton floral print day
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1950s American Day Dresses

Pauline Trigére Polka Dot Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Alford, MA
Pauline Trigére 1980s dress in polished cotton printed with navy/white reverse polka dots and
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1980s American Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen New Fringe Embroidery Shirt S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black polished cotton shirt or dress by Alexander McQueen. It has a shirt collar and
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1990s Italian Blouses and Tops

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1980 s Mila Schon Polished Cotton Dress
By Mila Schon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1980's dress from Mila Schon is made out of dark pink polished cotton with oversized dot weave
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1980s Italian Day Dresses

1950s Joan Miller Triangle Halter Polished Cotton Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * polished cotton * cotton/tulle lining * batik print * halter tie
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s Polished Cotton Halter Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * cream polished cotton * beautiful pink & blue floral print * layered
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Archival 1974 Courreges Documented Green Print Cotton Ruffle Organza Maxi Dress
By André Courrèges
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
spread quickly throughout the fashion world. This stunning mid-weight polished cotton and ombré organza
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1970s French Aesthetic Day Dresses

1950’s Polished Cotton Dress With Floral Print
Located in London, GB
Pretty 1950’s day dress with an abstract floral print in various pastel hues. Featuring an
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1950s Aesthetic Day Dresses

1950s Polished Cotton Floral Dress
Located in London, GB
This exquisite feminine original 1950s polished cotton dress with pretty pale pink floral print
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1950s British Day Dresses

Carlye Brown Polished Cotton Bubble Dress, 1950’s
By Carlye
Located in Atlanta, GA
There are so many great design elements to this seemingly simple Carlye polished cotton dress. For
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Tropical 1950 s Kamehameha Hawaiian Floral Cotton Dress
By Kamehameha
Located in Atlanta, GA
Aloha! Relax island style in this 1950's polished cotton dress from Kamehameha of Hawaii ... a
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1950s American Casual Dresses

Cute C.1970 Serbin Miami Style Dress With Appliques
Located in Atlanta, GA
This adorable C.1970 polished cotton dress from the sportswear company, Serbin, is a simple warm
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1970s American Casual Dresses

Crisp 1950 s Polished Cotton Wiggle Dress
Located in Atlanta, GA
silhouette in a crisp polished cotton fabric. The dress zips at the side with a button shoulder and a
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1950s American Informal Dresses

Crisp 1950
s Polished Cotton Wiggle Dress
Crisp 1950
s Polished Cotton Wiggle Dress
Size: Unmarked (Best Fits US 4)
1950 s Polished Cotton Shirt Dress With Full Skirt
Located in Atlanta, GA
Crisp and neat as a pin! This classic 1950's shirt dress buttons and hooks at the front with
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1950s American Day Dresses

1980 s Karl Lagerfeld Brown Polished Cotton Peplum Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Atlanta, GA
a brown polished cotton perfect for transitional seasons or warm climates. CONDITION Very good
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1980s French Day Dresses

Ceil Chapman Floral Print Polished Cotton Twist Waist Dress, Circa 1950 s
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare vintage green, red, blue, and white floral print day dress by Ceil Chapman, from the
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1950s American Day Dresses

1960s Lanvin Polished Cotton Maxi in Vivid Stripes and Florals
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Gresham, OR
A fabulous 1960s Lanvin polished cotton maxi dress in vivid stripes and florals: Structured leg-o
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1960s French Maxi Dress

1980s Loubé Floral Polished Cotton Cocktail Dress with Puff Sleeves and Bow
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Loubé floral polished cotton abstract floral print cocktail dress with puff sleeves and
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1960s Cotton Navy Print Sheath Dress with Trapeze Overlay
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s cocktail dress: polished cotton navy and white "paint-stroke" fitted sheath with a navy
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

YVES SAINT LAURENT
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cream colored peasant dress in polished cotton. Oversized ruffle hem and oversized black rick rack
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1970s French Day Dresses

GIANNI VERSACE
By Gianni Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early Gianni Versace navy polished cotton and leather wrap dress with wide double buckle belt. Rare
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1980s Italian Day Dresses

GIANNI VERSACE
GIANNI VERSACE
Size: 42 / 44
Arnold Scassi Eyelet Gown
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in New York, NY
Arnold Scassi polished cotton, strapless long dress with eyelet bodice and hem.
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Polished cotton and lace dress with black polka dots. Zip back closure and boning in bodice.
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

CHANEL
CHANEL
Size: 40
Christian Lacroix
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Polished cotton halter dress with filagree print. Oversized rhinestone grommet corset detail at
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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Oscar de La Renta 70s Summer Print Maxi w/ Crossed Back Straps
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Gresham, OR
Oscar de La Renta polished cotton 1970s summer print maxi dress with vivid paisley/floral print
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970 s YVES SAINT LAURENT black polished cotton dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black, polished-cotton dress with front button placket, cuffed sleeves and wrap around patch
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1970s French Day Dresses

1970s Stan Hicks for Hawaiian Casuals Exotic Tropical Print Dress
Located in Atlanta, GA
Aloha! Welcome to the island of bombshell dresses! This fun polished cotton dress by Stan Hicks
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1970s American Casual Dresses

Tom Ford for Yves St Laurent Lace up Safari Dress SS 2002
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous fine black polished cotton dress by Tom Ford for Yves St. Laurent. As a nod to St
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Early 2000s French Day Dresses

Floral Polished Cotton Sundress Dress, 1970 s
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970's polished cotton sundress in a floral and stripe print with a mix of cheerful colors
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1970s American Day Dresses

Floral Polished Cotton Sundress Dress, 1970
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Floral Polished Cotton Sundress Dress, 1970
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Size: Unmarked (Best Fits Size 6)
1950s Mauve Polished Cotton Floral Dress
Located in London, GB
Very pretty unlabelled but professionally made vintage 1950s mauve polished cotton day dress with
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1950s Informal Dresses

Courreges Polished Cotton Green White Watercolor Print Day Dress Ca.1975
By André Courrèges, Courreges Hyperbole
Located in Studio City, CA
Ca. 1975 Courreges Hyperbole polished cotton day dress with "abstract apple" watercolor print
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1970s French Day Dresses

1940s Polished Cotton Floral Print Short Puff Sleeve Maxi Dress
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is a beautiful full length maxi dress from the 1940's. The fabric is a polished cotton which
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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Floral Printed Cotton Day Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s floral printed polished cotton day dress with shallow sweetheart neckline, a faux tied bodice
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1950s Day Dresses

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Cotton Striped Smock Dress w/Pockets
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent polished cotton striped smock dress with a bateau style neckline, full 3
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20th Century French Day Dresses

Vtg Courreges Polished Cotton Abstract Print A-Line Evening Gown w/Ruffled Trim
By André Courrèges
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage late 1960's/early 1970's Courreges A-line gown in polished cotton with an abstract print
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Neon Hawaiian Printed Empire Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s neon psychedelic Hawaiian printed polished cotton empire-waisted dress with an applied waist
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1960s Day Dresses

1960s Neon Hawaiian Printed Empire Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s neon psychedelic Hawaiian printed polished cotton empire-waisted dress with an applied waist
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1960s Day Dresses

1970s Polka Dot Maxi Dress
Located in Alford, MA
Red and white reverse polka dot maxi dress in polished cotton features a v neck, balloon sleeves
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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Vintage 1950 s Pink Floral Polished Cotton Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1950's dress * pink floral polished cotton * tulle skirt lining * shelf bust
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950 s Alix of Miami Polished Cotton Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1950's dress * floral print polished cotton * molded bust * triple spaghetti straps
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1950s Casual Dresses

Ceil Chapman Blue Floral Cotton Day Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Toronto, ON
polished cotton. Dress has metal back zipper and is in excellent almost new old stock condition as if never
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1950s American Day Dresses

1960s Gigi Young Blue Floral Sun Dress
Located in Rockwood, ON
Very, very pretty blue polished cotton dress with huge blue tulips screened onto it by Gigi Young
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1960s Day Dresses

Vintage 1950 s Paul Sachs Polished Cotton Floral Halter Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1950's dress * lovely polished cotton in a floral print * halter neck with ties
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1950s Casual Dresses

Vintage 1950 s Polished Cotton Floral Sequins Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1950's dress * black polished cotton with floral print * sequins accents * full skirt
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s Kamehameha Eugene Savage Print Dress
By Kamehameha
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s sarong dress * colorful polished cotton * cotton lining * rare Eugene Savage
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Romantic Floral Pearl Studded Paisley Print Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * polished cotton * paisley floral pattern * pearl studded * bow tie
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1960 s Lilly Pulitzer Yellow Floral Sun Dress
By Lilly Pulitzer
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1960's dress * yellow polished cotton/poly * floral print * gingham and button trim
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1960s Casual Dresses

S/S 2001 Tom Ford Gucci Corset Dress
By Tom Ford
Located in Rockwood, ON
his career progressed and he still does! Made of a polished cotton & silk mix, the dress has formed
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1950 s Yellow Roses Bubble Hem Cocktail Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1950's dress * ivory polished cotton * yellow floral print * bubble hem * strapless
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Felt Circle Skirt with Whimsical Appliqués
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kitschy cute black felt skirt - full circle. Colorful polished cotton patches of whimsically
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1950s Circle Skirts

1980s Chanel Polished Cotton Dress
By Chanel
Located in Houston, TX
This polished black cotton dress has a darling peplum, gold camellia buttons, tab pockets and
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1980s French Sheath Dresses

1950s Jonathan Logan Polished Cotton Dress with Jacket
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * polished cotton * pink/purple floral print * button front bolero
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950 s Shayne of Miami Polished Cotton Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1950s dress * bold print polished cotton * blue piping on waist * flower rosettes on
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1955 Christian Dior Original Pink Polished Cotton Belted Wiggle Dress Jacket
By Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
polished-cotton which is perfect for the upcoming season. I love the ultra flattering low-cut plunge, tie
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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

1950 s Seashells Novelty-Print Polished Cotton Halter Circle-Skirt Sun Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful polished-cotton sundress is the perfect addition to any summer wardrobe. With its
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1940s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

Vintage 1950 s Marjae of Miami Polished Cotton Victorian Novelty Print Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1950's dress * brown/apricot polished cotton * folk art Victorian era print * criss
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen White Cotton Sketch Print Babydoll Dress - US 4
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen White Cotton Sketch Print Babydoll Dress - SS20 collection - Polished white
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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Vintage 1950s Patullo-Jo Copeland Black Floral Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950's dress * black polished cotton * tulle lining * gorgeous floral print
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1950s Cocktail Dresses

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Victor Costa Strapless Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Alford, MA
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Late 20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Hattie Carnegie 1930s Black Velvet and White Fox Fur Vintage 30s Opera Jacket
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning and rare 1930s HATTIE CARNEGIE for I MAGNIN black silk velvet opera coat with dramatic white fox fur oversized collar! Features the softest most luxurious silk velvet and hi...
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1930s French Jackets

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green silk PLATOS ATLANTIS PRAYING MANTIS GOWN Dress L
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen 'Praying Mantis' empire down in green silk (100%) with a round neck and is sleeveless. This collector piece is from the SS 2010 Platos Atlantis collection. Flares f...
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Prada fucsia purple tulle dress
By Prada
Located in Capri, IT
Prada's latest runway collection featured glowing fluorescents contrasted with tweed and construction-inspired vests, with this tulle dress making its way into multiple looks. Made i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
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1990s Evening Gowns

1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Valentino Shoe D Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Valentino black satin D'Orsay pump. Peeptoe with signature bold bow. Hidden .25" platform. High stiletto heel. Comes with box. final sale Mightychic offers ...
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2010s Italian High Heels

1960s Jack Bryan Yellow Silk Rhinestone Beaded 60s A-Line Dress + Jacket Suit
By Jack Bryan, Jack Bryan by Dupuis
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1960s JACK BRYAN yellow silk shantung A-Line dress and jacket ensemble! Dress features a tailored bodice with a forgiving A-Line shape skirt. Full metal zipper up the ba...
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1960s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

1960s Helga Vintage Cocktail Dress
By Helga
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning 1960s vintage silk satin cocktail dress by Helga. Metallic brocade paisley design over gray silk animal print. Nipped waist with bow detail. Stunning construction...
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

John Galliano Pink Silk Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A spectacular John Galliano silk gown in ombre shades of pink. The bodice has spaghetti straps and gathers onto 2 angled bands crossing at the waist. It has a 2 tier skirt, the sho...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Iconic Destructured Sailor Stripes Sweater
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage iconic destructured sailor stripes sweater featuring detachable sleeves. This sweater features : - Black knitted fabric with white stripes design. - Turtl...
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Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
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Trompe L oeil Oversize Belted Trench Coat
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous beige and black cotton trompe l'oeil trench coat jacket from Japanese designers Naoki Ichihara, Tadanao Yamashita and Shingo Otsuka for TALK ABOUT THE DISTRACTION. It app...
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oeil Oversize Belted Trench Coat
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Yves Saint Laurent Smocked Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress, SS1977
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Geneva, CH
Cut from airy sheer silk chiffon, this rare 1977 Spring-Summer Saint Laurent Rive Gauche maxi dress is shirred from under the chest to the hips for a flattering - though comfortable ...
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1970s French Maxi Dresses

1960s Lilli Diamond Canary Yellow and White Lace Silk Vintage 60s Dress
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s LILLI DIAMOND canary yellow and white silk lace dress! Features a fitted bodice with a ruffled skirt. White pom poms at the collar and each tier of ruffles. Hidden zipper ...
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

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Polished Cotton Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of polished cotton dresses. For polished cotton dresses, black is a pretty popular color, but we also have gray, beige, blue and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many classic iterations of polished cotton dresses over the years, but those made by Hermès, Yves Saint Laurent and André Courrèges are often thought to be among the most stylish. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much are Polished Cotton Dresses?

Prices for polished cotton dresses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $119 and can go as high as $72,126, while these items, on average, fetch $1,100.

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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. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

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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