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1960S MR BLACKWELL Black Silk Faille Bias Beaded Fringe Mod Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1960S MR BLACKWELL Black Silk Faille Bias Beaded Fringe Mod Cocktail Dress
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Black silk sleeveless cocktail dress with organza petals edge Armani Collezioni
By Giorgio Armani, Giorgio Armani Le Collezioni
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk sleeveless cocktail dress with organza petals edge. No fabric composition tag but for
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2010s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Pat Sandler Ivory Chiffon Cocktail Dress with Pink Embellishment Accents
By Pat Sandler, Highlight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Pat Sandler for Highlight cocktail dress is composed of an ivory silk chiffon and features
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

1960s Nathan Strong Silk Taffeta Moire Floral Cocktail Dress w Picture Collar
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Nathan Strong Silk Taffeta Moire Floral Cocktail Dress w Picture Collar: A fabulously flirty
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Printed chiffon cocktail dress with black fabric on the back Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed chiffon cocktail dress with black fabric on the back. Printed fabric composition: 100% silk
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Multicolor check silk cocktail dress with ruffles and blue belt Donna Morgan
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Multicolor check silk cocktail dress with ruffles and blue belt. Elastic waist. Belt and belt-loop
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1980s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Wrapped cocktail dress in black shiny rayon and side buttons Paco Rabanne
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wrapped cocktail dress in black shiny rayon and side button. SIZE 8 US
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Early 2000s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Black yellow bustier cocktail dress and black jacket Emanuel Ungaro Parallèle
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black & yellow bustier cocktail dress and black jacket. Boned bustier and buttoned on the side
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1980s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Printed jersey bustier cocktail dress with brown chiffon strap Valentino Roma
By Valentino Roma
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed jersey bustier cocktail dress with brown silk chiffon strap. Drape on the bust. Jersey
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1990s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Navy blue cocktail dress in tulle drapé and Chantilly lace Monique Lhuillier
By Monique Lhuillier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue cocktail dress in tulle drapé and Chantilly lace. SIZE: 12 Us
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2010s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Black double-lays cocktail dress with mini rhinestone Versace Collection
By Versace Collection
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black double-lays cocktail dress with mini rhinestone embellishment. The top lays is in polyester
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black wool cocktail dress with silk chiffon see-through sleeves MUGLER NEW
By Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool cocktail dress with silk chiffon see-through sleeves. Silk lining. Cut-work. Button and
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2010s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Black velvet and taffetas cocktail dress with balloon sleeves Loris Azzaro
By Loris Azzaro Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and taffetas cocktail dress with balloon sleeves. Zip and hook&eye in the middle back
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1970s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Black cocktail dress with tree and roots beads embroideries Osman Yousefzada
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with tree and roots beads embroideries. Silk lining. Same Roots pattern
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Cocktail dress with Ikat inspiration print on Christian Dior Boutique Circa 1980
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cocktail dress with Ikat inspiration print on. Main fabric composition: 93% rayon, 7% spandex
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1980s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Guipure Lace Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New York, NY
Oscar de la Renta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress with Guipure lace over embroidery details. Gathered
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1990s American Used Cocktail Dresses

A Vintage 1960s floral printed Cocktail Dress by London Town
Located in London, GB
A pretty cocktail dress by London Town , Mayfair. The dress is a colourful mix of pinks ,orange
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1950s British Used Cocktail Dresses

Cobalt Blue Silky Cocktail Dress with Pussy Bow, Size 12, 1980s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage 1980s French Cobalt Blue Satin Cocktail Dress with Matching Scarf. A masterclass in
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Charles James Brown Satin Black Velvet Cocktail Dress
By Charles James
Located in New York, NY
A rare very find, rare Charles James Brown Satin Black Velvet Cocktail Dress. Dating from the 1950
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1950s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Off-white wool cocktail dress with top-stitched pleats and zip Chanel
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white wool cocktail dress with top-stitched pleats in the middle front and detachable sleeves
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2010s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Geoffrey Beene Black Wool Knit and Satin skirt Cocktail Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black cocktail dress with a wool knit bodice and satin skirt by Geoffrey Beene, from the
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1980s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Pauline Trigere Black Textured Velvet Cocktail Dress, Circa 1960 s
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage black burn out velvet knee length cocktail dress by Pauline Trigere, from the
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Silk printed bustier cocktail dress with embroidery collar CHRISTIAN DIOR
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed bustier cocktail dress on a silk chiffon dress with rhinestone collar embellishment. Silk
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Early 2000s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Printed cocktail dress with beads and rhinestone embellishement Gai Mattiolo
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed sleeveless cocktail dress with tulle front and beads and rhinestone embellishement . Gai
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2010s Turkish Used Cocktail Dresses

Sleeveless black satin draped cocktail dress Vivienne Westwood New with tag
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless black satin draped cocktail dress . Main fabric composition: 60% acetate, 40% rayon
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1990s Donna Karan Charcoal Grey Sheer and Sequin Cocktail Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Very chic Donna Karan cocktail dress from the 1990s. Sheer charcoal grey sleeves and yoke that give
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1990s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Black lace cocktail dress with beadwork on waist and neckline
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black lace cocktail dress with beadwork on waist and neckline. No fabric composition tag but
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2010s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Black double lay silk chiffon backless cocktail dress open in the back ROCHAS
By Rochas
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black double lay silk chiffon backless cocktail dress open in the back . The under-lay is off-white
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Early 2000s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Zuhair Murad Silver Beaded Cocktail Dress - Size S
By Zuhair Murad
Located in Krakow, PL
Make a statement in this Zuhair Murad silver beaded cocktail dress! This stunning dress features a
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

JASON WU Size 6 Black White Color Block Short Sleeve Peplum Pleated Cocktail Dress
By Jason Wu
Located in San Francisco, CA
JASON WU cocktail dress in a black rayon blend and white polyester featuring a two toned color
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

Oscar De La Renta Classic Draped Chiffon and Velvet Cocktail Dress Size 14
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an Oscar De La Renta cocktail dress. This cocktail dress features a draped chiffon bodice
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20th Century American Used Cocktail Dresses

NOLAN MILLER Metallic Paisley Print Cocktail Dress Size 4
By Nolan Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Nolan Miller cocktail dress is composed of an iridescent metallic bronze and purple paisley
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20th Century American Used Cocktail Dresses

1960 s Heavily Beaded Aqua Cocktail Dress Size Medium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage cocktail dress features heavy beading in an aqua hue with a drape accent of some of
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1960s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Ivory beaded lace and sunray pleats cocktail dress Jack Bryan Circa 1960 s
By Jack Bryan
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Ivory beaded lace and sunray pleats cocktail dress. Hook&eye and zip closure in the middle back
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1960s Hong Kong Used Cocktail Dresses

LOUIS VUITTON Size S Beige Ecru Wool Blend Ruffled Fitted Cocktail Dress
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Francisco, CA
LOUIS VUITTON cocktail dress comes in a beige wool blend a sleeveless style, a-line, ruffled skirt
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

Helen Rose Vintage Black Ruffle Chiffon Cocktail Dress, 1960s
By Helen Rose
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an elegant and collectible fitted vintage cocktail dress made by costume and clothing
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

2000S JOHN GALLIANO Red Rayon Blend Knit Ruffled Skirt Cocktail Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
Blend Knit Ruffled Skirt Cocktail Dress
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Early 2000s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Black draped cocktail dress with gold chain rhinestone ANGELO TARLAZZI
By Angelo Tarlazzi
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black draped cocktail dress with gold chain rhinestone. Main fabric composition: 75% rayon, 25
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Blue silk asymmetrical cocktail dress with silver metal brooch Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue silk asymmetrical cocktail dress with silver metal brooch. Drape. Zip and hook&eye on the left
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Beaded cocktail dress on tulle base and gold jersey Renato Balestra "Pleasure"
By Renato Balestra
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beaded cocktail dress on tulle base and gold jersey. SIZE 40 (M ) NEW with tag
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1960 s black rayon cocktail dress with beaded work on the bust
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
1960's black rayon cocktail dress with beaded work on the bust. SIZE: 38 ( Fr)
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1960s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Silk cocktail dress with leopard print and beadwork Lorena Sarbu New with tag
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk cocktail dress with leopard print and beadwork . Polyester lining. New with tag and extra
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2010s Chinese Used Cocktail Dresses

Tom Ford for Gucci 2003 Collection Silk Cooper Cocktail Dress 40 - US 4
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Silk Cooper Sexy Cocktail Dress 2003 Collection Gucci Cocktail Dress Featuring
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

2000S JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Cream Silk Long Sleeved Cocktail Dress Covered In Pear
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
runway or showroom sample. 2000S JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Cream Silk Long Sleeved Cocktail Dress Covered In
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Early 2000s Used Cocktail Dresses

Shocking pink draped cocktail dress with ruffles Lillie Rubin Circa 1980
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Shocking pink draped cocktail dress with ruffles. Main fabric and lining composition: acétate. Zip
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1980s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Purple silk chiffon cocktail dress with purple sequin embroideries Gai Mattiolo
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple silk chiffon cocktail dress with purple sequin embroideries. Silk chiffon lining. Zip and
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Backless cocktail dress in printed chiffon and rhinestone neckless Jiki
By JIKI
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless cocktail dress in printed chiffon and rhinestone neckless. no fabric tag composition but
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1980s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Drape navy bustier cocktail dress with white polkas dots Loris Azzaro
By Loris Azzaro Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Drape and ruffled navy bustier cocktail dress with white polkas dots.Boned. Zip in the middle back
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1980s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black jersey cocktail dress with beadwork BALMAIN New with tag
By Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black jersey cocktail dress with beadwork (rhinestone and glass beads) Main fabric composition: 95
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2010s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Luis Estévez 60s Brown Chiffon Cocktail Dress w/ Rhinestone Trim
By Luis Estévez
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful60s Luis Estévez chiffon cocktail dress with voluminous sheer chiffon sleeves caught up
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

1980S GIVENCHY Black Blue Haute Couture Silk Jacquard Draped Cocktail Dress W
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Cocktail Dress With Sleeves
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1980s Used Cocktail Dresses

Black bustier cocktail dress C.D de Christian Dior "Robe du soir"
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black bustier cocktail dress with sequin embroidery on a lace base and taffetas ruffles. Size M
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1980s Hong Kong Used Cocktail Dresses

Printed flower cocktail dress mix with black lace Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed flower cocktail dress mix with black lace. No more fabric composition tag but the printed
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

1990S GIANNI VERSACE Black Silk Deconstructed Sexy Modernist Cocktail Dress Wit
By Gianni Versace
Located in New York, NY
VERSACE Black Silk Deconstructed Sexy Modernist Cocktail Dress With Sheer Silver Metallic Lace
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1990s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black cocktail dress in satin dévoré, ruffles and lace Galliano
By John Galliano
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress in satin dévoré and ruffles and lace. Zip and hook&eye on the left side. Cut
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2010s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Pale pink cotton, silk and lace cocktail dress with bow VALENTINO ROMA
By Valentino Roma
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink cotton, silk and lace cocktail dress with bow . Main fabric composition: 76% cotton, 24
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Red jersey cocktail dress with rhinestone and metal plaque Versace Collection
By Versace Collection
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red jersey cocktail dress with rhinestone and metal plaque. Fabric composition: 71% rayon, 24
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2010s Italian 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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