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OSCAR DE LA RENTA Size 6 Neon Yellow Crepe Tiered Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
OSCAR DE LA RENTA cocktail dress in a neon yellow virgin wool stretch blend crepe featuring a
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

Fendi Black Sculptural Ruffle Cocktail Dress - EU 36
By Fendi
Located in Amman, JO
Fendi Black Sculptural Ruffle Cocktail Dress – Architectural Layered Design Make a bold entrance
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1990s John Anthony marine blue silk cocktail dress
By John Anthony
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gorgeous John Anthony cocktail dress in marine blue silk...Chic cut and simplicity of design are
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1990s American Used Cocktail Dresses

White sleeveless silk jacquard cocktail dress with shell pattern Grès Paris
By Madame Gres
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White sleeveless silk jacquard cocktail dress ( or wedding dress ) with shell pattern. Zip in the
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Late 20th Century French Used Cocktail Dresses

Black and white knit rayon cocktail dress Hervé Léger
By Herve Léger
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and white knit rayon cocktail dress. Fabric composition: 90% rayon, 9% nylon, 1% spandex
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2010s Chinese Used Cocktail Dresses

Ivory beaded wool knit cocktail dress CHI CHI FASHION Circa 1960 s
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Ivory beaded wool knit cocktail dress with zip closure in the middle back. Elastic band inside the
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1960s Hong Kong Used Cocktail Dresses

Jersey lurex jacquard cocktail dress Les Tricots Pierre Balmain
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Jersey lurex jacquard cocktail dress. No fabric composition tag. Lining probably acetate. Zip and
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1960s French Used Cocktail Dresses

White backless lace cocktail dress with feather edge Jovani
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White backless lace cocktail dress with feather edge. No fabric composition tag but probably
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2010s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Black wool jersey cocktail dress with rhinestone embellishment MOSCHINO JEANS
By Moschino Jeans
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool jersey cocktail dress with rhinestone embellishment. Zip closure on the middle front
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1980s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

RALPH LAUREN Black Label Size 10 Black Lace Cotton Blend Cocktail Dress
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN "Black Label" cocktail dress comes in a black lace cotton blend featuring a shift
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

STELLA McCARTNEY Size 6 Black Taffeta Inside Out Balloon Sleeve Cocktail Dress
By Stella McCartney
Located in San Francisco, CA
STELLA McCARTNEY cocktail dress comes in a black silk blend taffeta with a sweetheart portrait
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

Geoffrey Beene early wool crepe and satin cocktail dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
Classic Beene cocktail dress in wool crepe with satin ribbon trim. Versatile one piece style
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

DOLCE GABBANA Size 8 Black Viscose Blend Ruched Bodycon Cutout Cocktail Dress
By Dolce Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
DOLCE & GABBANA cocktail dress in a black viscose stretch blend fabric featuring a form-fitting
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

LOUIS VUITTON Size 8 Black Midnight Blue Acetate Blend Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Francisco, CA
LOUIS VUITTON cocktail dress in a black and midnight blue acetate blend fabric featuring a textured
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

1990S DONNA KARAN Black Poly/Lycra Jersey Slinky Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress XL
By Donna Karan
Located in New York, NY
1990S DONNA KARAN Black Poly/Lycra Jersey Slinky Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress XL
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1990s Used Cocktail Dresses

2000S JUST CAVALLI Black Jersey Ruched Ruffle Front Slinky Cocktail Dress Sz 42
By Just Cavalli
Located in New York, NY
2000S JUST CAVALLI Black Jersey Ruched Ruffle Front Slinky Cocktail Dress Sz 42
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Early 2000s Used Cocktail Dresses

1920S Black Silk Velvet Low Back Cocktail Dress With Deco Pearl Rhinestone B
Located in New York, NY
1920S Black Silk Velvet Low Back Cocktail Dress With Deco Pearl & Rhinestone Beadwork
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1920s Used Cocktail Dresses

Black and off-white silk cocktail dress with bow print VALENTINO
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and off-white cocktail dress with bow print. Branded main fabric: 100% silk. Lining: 100
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1990S GUCCI Caramel Brown Rayon Jersey Low Cut Mini Cocktail Dress With Sleeves
Located in New York, NY
1990S GUCCI Caramel Brown Rayon Jersey Low Cut Mini Cocktail Dress With Sleeves
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1990s Used Cocktail Dresses

Purple sleeveless cocktail dress Roberto Cavalli ( New with tag)
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple sleeveless cocktail dress . Fabric composition: 97% polyester, 3% elastane. Invisible zip
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1970S HALSTON Red Silk Chiffon Oversized Mini Cocktail Dress Covered In Bugle B
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
1970S HALSTON Red Silk Chiffon Oversized Mini Cocktail Dress Covered In Bugle Beads
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1970s Used Cocktail Dresses

Gucci By Tom Ford Khaki Cocktail Dress 2003
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a Tom Ford for Gucci khaki cocktail dress from 2003
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Early 2000s Used Cocktail Dresses

Wrapped and printed cocktail dress with rhinestone Gai Mattiolo Love to Love
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wrapped, draped and printed cocktail dress with rhinestone embellishment . Main fabric composition
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2010s Turkish Used Cocktail Dresses

1920S Off White Silver Lamé Lace Art Deco Floral Fringe Flapper Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Off White Silver Lamé Lace Art Deco Floral & Fringe Flapper Cocktail Dress
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1920s Used Cocktail Dresses

Black satin cocktail dress with snap closure Thierry Mugler Circa 1990 s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin cocktail dress with snap closure. in the middle front and cuffs. Main fabric
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1990s French Used Cocktail Dresses

ANNA SUI Size 6 Black Polyester Mixed Fabrics Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress
By Anna Sui
Located in San Francisco, CA
ANNA SUI cocktail dress in a black polyester featuring a mixed fabrics design, short puffy sleeves
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

Silk cocktail dress with leopard print Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk cocktail dress with leopard print. No fabric composition tag but the lining is probably
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Sequin cocktail dress wrapped on the hips and draped AKIRA
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sequin cocktail dress wrapped on the hips and drapped. zip closure in the middle back. Black
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2010s Chinese Used Cocktail Dresses

Black draped silk jersey cocktail dress Yves Saint Laurent
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black draped silk jersey cocktail dress. Draped and twisted on the middle front and gather on the
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Wool cocktail dress with animal print and gold metal buttons Valentino Boutique
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wool cocktail dress with animal print and gold metal buttons. Snap closure under the decorative
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1980s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Red silk and rhinestone sleeveless cocktail dress Azzaro Paris
By Loris Azzaro Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red silk, rhinestone and glass beads sleeveless cocktail dress. Silk lining. Hook&eye closure in
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Early 2000s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Paul Louis Orrier High Drama Painterly Floral Cocktail Dress, 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
style cocktail dress in muted tones with a painterly floral print. Dramatic silhouette with swags and
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20th Century Used Cocktail Dresses

Offwhite sleeveless cocktail dress with fringes and flower ANNA RICCI Circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white sleeveless cocktail dress with fringes and flower passementerie appliqué on a wool base
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1960s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Long summer cocktail dress with flowers print and ruffles Circa 1930/1940
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long summer cocktail dress with flowers print and gather ruffles on the edge. Cotton lining on the
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1930s European Used Cocktail Dresses

1950s Alfred Shaheen Vibrant Blue Silk Cocktail Dress
By Alfred Shaheen
Located in Sparks, NV
Iconic Alfred Shaheen 1950s cocktail dress in beautiful vibrant blue silk. Hourglass silhouette and
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1950s American Used Cocktail Dresses

1940S Black Silk Faille Short Sleeved Midi Length Cocktail Dress With Beaded Sh
Located in New York, NY
1940S Black Silk Faille Short Sleeved Midi Length Cocktail Dress With Beaded Shooting Stars
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1940s Used Cocktail Dresses

Ivory jersey backless cocktail dress with silver sequin belt Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Ivory jersey backless cocktail dress with silver sequin belt . Fabric composition: 80% acetate, 20
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1950S Navy Blue Silk Organza Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress With Beaded Ruffles
Located in New York, NY
Silk Organza & Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress With Beaded Ruffles
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1950s Used Cocktail Dresses

Silk chiffon cocktail dress with leopard print and beaded neckline Dextée
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless silk chiffon cocktail dress with leopard print and beaded neckline. Black polyester
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black rayon jersey cocktail dress draped on the front VERSACE
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black rayon jersey cocktail dress draped on the front. Jersey lining. Zip closure middle back
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black asymmetrical silk velvet cocktail dress with oversize taffetas sleeves
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black asymmetrical silk velvet cocktail dress with oversize taffetas sleeves and rhinestone buttons
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1990s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Printed silk jacquard cocktail dress with bow tie Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and white printed silk jacquard cocktail dress with bow tie. Shoulder pad. Zip closure on
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Navy blue crêpe cocktail dress with gold chain piping Versus Gianni Versace
By Versus Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue crêpe cocktail dress with gold chain piping. White cotton details in the bottom, and
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1980s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Oscar De La Renta Black/Silver Sequin Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Oscar de la Renta cocktail dress seamlessly transitions from day to night with its striking
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Early 2000s Used Cocktail Dresses

Tom Ford Gucci Runway One Shoulder Cocktail Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Tom Ford for Gucci, black silk gazar, one shoulder, cocktail dress having an A line silhouette with
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Blue cocktail dress with print and rhinestone Love to Love Gai Mattiolo
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue cocktail dress with print and rhinestone. Main fabric composition: 92% polyester, 8% lycra
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2010s Turkish Used Cocktail Dresses

1960S Lemmon Yellow Hand Beaded Silk Radzimir Flared Mini Cocktail Dress With P
Located in New York, NY
1960S Lemmon Yellow Hand Beaded Silk Radzimir Flared Mini Cocktail Dress With Pearl & Crystal
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1960s Used Cocktail Dresses

Silk chiffon sleeveless cocktail dress with animal print VALENTINO Boutique
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk chiffon sleeveless cocktail dress with animal print. Draped on the waist. Zip closure and
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1980s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1960s Vintage Black Nude Illusion Beaded Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage black nude illusion cocktail dress with jet black beadwork along the bust. Details
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Black cocktail dress with turquoise beaded neckline Moschino Cheap And Chic
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with turquoise beaded neckline. SIZE 8
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Asymmetrical black cocktail dress draped on one shoulder Valentino Boutique
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Asymmetrical black cocktail dress draped on one shoulder. Draped on the left hips as well with an
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1980s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Size S Black Polyester Textured Ostrich Fringed Cocktail Dress
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in San Francisco, CA
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE cocktail dress in a black polyester featuring a textured polka dot pattern, A
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

Early 1960s Draped Chiffon Hand-Painted Floral Print Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
Early 1960s Gathered and Draped Chiffon Hand-Painted Silk Fitted Cocktail Dress: A fabulous Palm
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Cocktail dress in printed silk and rayon knit with ruffles Christian Lacroix
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cocktail dress in printed silk and rayon knit with ruffles. Knit composition: 50% rayon, 50% cotton
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Late 20th Century Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black cocktail dress in satin crepe and velvet cutting Thierry Mugler
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress in satin crepe and velvet cutting
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Wonderful Badgley Mischka Black Silk Cocktail Dress Size Small
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing cocktail dress is designed by Badgley Mischka. Accentuated with beading and raw silk
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21st Century and Contemporary American Used Cocktail Dresses

2000S JILL SANDER Black Metallic Cotton Asymmetrical Cocktail Dress XXS
Located in New York, NY
Asymmetrical Cocktail Dress XXS
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Early 2000s French Used Cocktail Dresses

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Used Cocktail Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of used cocktail dresses for sale on 1stDibs. Our collection of used cocktail dresses includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gray, 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 18th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Used cocktail dresses such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Dolce Gabbana, Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent are consistently popular. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 458 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are Used Cocktail Dresses?

On average, used cocktail dresses on 1stDibs sell for $850, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $245,000 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

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. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

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. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

Questions About Used Cocktail Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cocktail 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To 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, 2022
    Cocktail 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.

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