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BURBERRY Size XS Black Lace Short Sleeve Drop Waist Knee Length Cocktail Dress
By Burberry
Located in San Francisco, CA
BURBERRY cocktail dress in a black polyester blend lace fabric featuring a drop waist style, knee
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

MICHAEL KORS Size 4 Yellow Mustard Cotton Blend Lace A-Line Cocktail Dress
By Michael Kors
Located in San Francisco, CA
MICHAEL KORS cocktail dress in a mustard yellow cotton blend lace featuring a sleeveless style
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

PACO RABANNE Size 4 Silver Viscose Blend Cap Sleeves Asymmetrical Midi Cocktail Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in San Francisco, CA
PACO RABANNE cocktail dress in a metallic silver tone viscose blend fabric featuring an
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

Pale blue draped cocktail dress with braid on the waist Pierre Cardin Paris
By Pierre Cardin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale blue draped cocktail dress with braid on the waist. Main fabric composition: 92% rayon, 8
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1980s Chinese Used Cocktail Dresses

Wrap jersey cocktail dress with rhinestone embellishment Gai Mattiolo NEW
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wrap jersey cocktail dress with rhinestone embellishment. Fabric composition: 100% rayon
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Printed silk cocktail dress with beaded neckless and cuff Bill Blass
By Bill Blass
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed silk cocktail dress with beaded neckless and cuf. Thin silver lurex thread. SIZE L
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1960s Chinese Used Cocktail Dresses

Black Beaded Cocktail Dress with Scalloped Hem Size M
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cocktail dress is composed of a beaded black rayon with a scalloped hem. There is a zipper
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20th Century Indian Used Cocktail Dresses

Prada S/S 2007 Gray silky cocktail dress
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Milano, IT
- Spring Summer 2007 - Sold by Skof.Archive - Designed by Miuccia Prada - Dark gray silk cocktail
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black cocktail dress with gold oversize printed chain Boutique Moschino
By Boutique Moschino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with gold oversize printed chains. No fabric composition tag but probably
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black satin cocktail dress with pearls on the bust CHANTAL THOMASS
By Chantal Thomass
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin cocktail dress with pearls on the bust. Padded bra. Zip invisible on the middle back
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1990s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Sleeveless cocktail dress with shiny and colorfull fringes Simona Corsellini
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless cocktail dress with shiny and colorfull fringes. Snap on the left shoulder. Fabric
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Cocktail dress in leopard print Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cocktail dress in leopard print. Zip in the middle back + hook&eye. Pocket on both side. Black
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

1980S Dusty Purples Silk Burnout Velvet Oversized Cocktail Dress With Amazing C
Located in New York, NY
are of the finest quality. 1980S Dusty Purples Silk Burnout Velvet Oversized Cocktail Dress With
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1980s Used Cocktail Dresses

1990s Jacques Molko Vintage Iridescent Pleated Cocktail Dress
By Jacques Molko
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1990s pleated iridescent cocktail dress by Jacques Molko. Fully lined with rear zip closure
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1990s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black Cocktail Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. The dress has a v neckline, button
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Pale pink cocktail dress with beaded sleeves Love To Love Gai Mattiolo
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink cocktail dress with beaded sleeves. Main fabric : polyester. Zip and hook& eye closure
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2010s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Traina-Norell Vintage Floral Print Taffeta Cocktail Dress
By Traina-Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a charming cocktail dress from Traina-Norell. It is made of a yellow orange and brown
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1950s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Corsage Cocktail Dress New!
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oscar de la Renta strapless lace and silk corsage cocktail dress offered in brand new condition
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

See-through white lace cocktail dress on a tulle base Cavalli Class
By Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
See-through White lace cocktail dress on a tulle base. fabric composition 100% polyamide . Zip on
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2010s Indian Used Cocktail Dresses

Cocktail dress in silver sequin on a nude tulle dress Mattiolo
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cocktail dress in silver sequin on a nude tulle dress. Fabric composition: Polyamide. Lining: silk
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Vicky Tiel Couture Circa 1990s Red Lace Cocktail Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vicky Tiel Couture cocktail dress Red lace with tulle underskirt Red ribbon bow at the waist Back
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1990s Used Cocktail Dresses

White draped and asymmetrical cocktail dress with beadwork Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White draped and asymmetrical cocktail dress with embroideries fixed on a snake pattern laser cut
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1950 s Peach Metallic Lace Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress Size 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cocktail dress is composed of a metallic peach hue lace. Features a gathered chiffon waist
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20th Century American Used Cocktail Dresses

Satin asymmetrical draped cocktail dress with bow Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique
By Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue silk satin asymmetrical draped cocktail dress with bow. Ruffles on the side of the skirt. Zip
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

1980s Donna Karan Sheer Red Knit Bodycon V Neck Cocktail Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 1980s Donna Karan cocktail dress is crafted from a red knit fabric in a sleek bodycon
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1980s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Anne Klein Black Wool Cocktail Dress with Ruffle Detail
By Anne Klein
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Anne Klein cocktail dress is composed of a black wool and features a tiered ruffle design at
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20th Century Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Off-white sleeveless cocktail dress draped and beaded Alberta Ferretti
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white sleeveless cocktail dress draped and beaded. Main fabric: 100% rayon. Lining: 85% rayon
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1960 S Brown Nylon Tulle Mod Sheer Nude Cocktail Dress Beaded With Pink Flowers
Located in New York, NY
1960'S Brown Nylon Tulle Mod Sheer Nude Cocktail Dress Beaded With Pink Flowers
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1960s Used Cocktail Dresses

Ballon Polka-dots cocktail dress A.J Barri Circa 1980
By A.J. Bari
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Ballon Polka-dots cocktail dress. Rayon main fabric and tulle petticoat ( to keep the volume of the
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1980s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Pierre Cardin Cocktail Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in London, GB
A vintage black wool cocktail dress by Pierre Cardin . The dress has a double ruffle detail on one
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1980s British Used Cocktail Dresses

Sleeveless full beaded cocktail dress Vera Serafiu Circa 1960 s
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless full beaded cocktail dress. No fabric composition tag but the main fabric and the lining
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1960s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black sequin and lace cocktail dress Galanos
By Galanos
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black sequin and lace cocktail dress with silk chiffon lining
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1980s American Used Cocktail Dresses

1930S Black Silk Velvet Art-Deco Seamed Bias-Cut Cocktail Dress With Cute Puff
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Velvet Art-Deco Seamed Bias-Cut Cocktail Dress With Cute Puff Sleeves
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1930s Used Cocktail Dresses

Black cocktail dress with beadwork and sequin embellishment Peter Pilotto
By Peter Pilotto
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with beadwork and sequin embellishment. Shell composition: 100% polyamide
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2010s Indian Used Cocktail Dresses

1950s Maurice Rentner Sequin Cocktail Dress
By Maurice Rentner
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant 1950s Maurice rentner light creme cocktail dress with iridescent sequin. Dress comes with
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1950s American Used Cocktail Dresses

White asymmetrical draped short cocktail dress with beaded work Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White asymmetrical draped short cocktail dress with beaded work (Rhinestone and studs) Boned on the
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Paul Louis Orrier Changeant Draped Chiffon Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
Lovely and elegant Paul Louis Orrier Cocktail Dress made with 2 layers of silk chiffon, the first
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Black draped cocktail dress with purple flower jacquard Ungaro Parallèle
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with purple flower jacquard.Boned middle front and side. Zip, hook&eye and on
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1980s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Harvey Berin Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Silk Ribbons, 1960 s
By Harvey Berin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a strapless black velvet cocktail dress by Harvey Berin, from the 1960's. It has a high
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1960s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Bustier Printed ballon cocktail dress VERSACE JEANS COUTURE
By Versace Jeans Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Bustier Printed ballon cocktail dress. Fabric composition 1 ( bustier) : 89% polyester, 11
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1980s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

DOLCE GABBANA Size 4 Silver Silk Blend Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Dolce Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
Reference: 116361 Category: Cocktail Dress More Details Brand: DOLCE & GABBANA Size: 4 Color: Silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

Black silk cocktail dress Vivienne Westwood Red Label NEW with tag SS 2008
By RED LABEL by VIVIENNE WESTWOOD
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk cocktail dress. Lining composition: 67% acetate, 33% polyester. Wrapped and draped on
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1960S Blue Green Gold Lamé Rayon/Lurex Damask Paisley Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1960S Blue & Green Gold Lamé Rayon/Lurex Damask Paisley Cocktail Dress. Slight damage in the
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1960s Used Cocktail Dresses

1960s Imperial Wool Knit Striped Sequin Cocktail Dress in Easter Pastels
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Imperial pale pink wool knit striped sequin cocktail dress in Easter pastels with zippered
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1960s Hong Kong Used Cocktail Dresses

Drape leaf print silk cocktail dress with natural leather necklace Lanvin
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Drape leaf print silk cocktail dress with natural leather necklace attached. Open under the arms
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2010s Used Cocktail Dresses

Printed silk jacquard cocktail dress with pleated collar and pockets Nina Ricci
By Nina Ricci
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed silk jacquard cocktail dress with pleated collar and pockets.Off-white silk lining on the
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

White cocktail dress with tiny rhinestones and black studs Versace Collection
By Versace Collection
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White cocktail dress with tiny rhinestones and black studs. Zip and hook&eye in the middle back
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black and white cocktail dress laced on the side Angelo Tarlazzi
By Angelo Tarlazzi
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and white cocktail dress laced on the side. Zip in the middle back. SIZE S (34/36 Fr)
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

2000 s Alexander McQueen Lace and Printed Cocktail Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Alexander McQueen cocktail dress from the early 2000's. Blue lace bodice on top of printed chiffon
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Draped and printed tulle asymmetrical cocktail dress RAFAEL CENNAMO
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Draped tulle asymmetrical cocktail dress. No fabric composition tag but the tulle is probably in
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2010s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

2000S OSCAR DE LA RENTA Egplant Purple Silk Faille One Shoulder Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New York, NY
. 2000S OSCAR DE LA RENTA Egplant Purple Silk Faille One Shoulder Cocktail Dress
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Early 2000s Used Cocktail Dresses

Red jersey cocktail dress draped in the front Lanvin par Alber Elbaz FW 2015
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red jersey cocktail dress draped in the front. No fabric tag but could be rayon. SIZE L
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Early 2000s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass Vintage Black + White Lace Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage black lace cocktail dress with white tambour embroidery by Bill Blass. Details
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Late 20th Century American Used Cocktail Dresses

GALANOS Nude Silk Ruched Chiffon Cocktail Dress Size 6
By Galanos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Galanos cocktail dress is composed of a nude/camel silk chiffon. Features a ruched design
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20th Century American Used Cocktail Dresses

Black cocktail dress with "eye and lips" appliqué MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black short sleeve cocktail dress with "eye and lips" ( made of sequin, plastic and wool bouclette
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Early 2000s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Sunray pleated pink cocktail dress with bow Miss Eliette Circa 1960 s
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sunray pleated pink cocktail dress with satin bow on the waist. No fabric composition but probably
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Haute Hippie Sequin Gold Drop Waist Cocktail Dress, 2000s
By Haute Hippie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2000s Haute Hippie Sequin Gold Drop Waist Cocktail Dress. Completely covered with gold sequins
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21st Century and Contemporary 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 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 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 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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