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1980s Sequin and Satin Cocktail Dress
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Alford, MA
Cocktail dress featuring an all-over black sequin bodice and a gunmetal satin skirt, the bodice
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Late 20th Century Indian Used Cocktail Dresses

Hartnell Haute Couture Beaded Cocktail Dress, Circa 1960
By Hartnell, Norman Hartnell
Located in Geneva, CH
Late 60's Norman Hartnell couture beaded black wool cocktail dress made of three pleated tiers
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1960s English Used Cocktail Dresses

Sleeveless cocktail dress in navy and black jacquard with embroidery Nina Ricci
By Nina Ricci
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless cocktail dress in navy and black jacquard with embroidery around the neck (glass beads
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Late 20th Century French Used Cocktail Dresses

Black rayon knit cocktail dress with black satin flame Thierry Mugler Couture
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black rayon knit cocktail dress with black satin flame on the side. Split on the bottom end of the
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Late 20th Century Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

SIMONE ROCHA Size 6 Black White Viscose Blend Mesh Faux Pearls Plaid Trim Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Simone Rocha
Located in San Francisco, CA
SIMONE ROCHA cocktail dress in a black and white viscose blend mesh featuring a sleeveless style
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

Navy blue knit cocktail dress with beaded fringes embellishment Ritmo di Perla
By La Perla
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless Navy blue knit cocktail dress with beaded fringes embellishment. Knit composition: 100
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1980 s Ungaro Floral Cotton Cocktail Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Sexy cotton floral Ungaro cocktail dress/day dress in pique with vibrant green, orange and purple
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Valentino S/S 2007 Red halter neck chiffon cocktail dress
By Valentino
Located in Milano, IT
- Red halter neck chiffon cocktail dress - Sold by Skof.Archive - Frontal ruffled detail
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

2000s Naeem Khan Gold Sequin, Embroidered and Beaded Cocktail Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Glamorous 2000s Naeem Khan cocktail dress. Gold with all over gold and silver sequins, hand beading
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Early 2000s American Used Cocktail Dresses

1990s Thierry Mugler Orange and White Empire Waist Cocktail Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Thierry Mugler colour block silk cocktail dress from the 1990s. Orange bust with large bow. Empire
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1990s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Silk zebra print cocktail dress with collar and cuffs ruffles Louis Féraud
By Louis Feraud
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk zebra print cocktail dress with collar and cuffs ruffles. Bow tie around the neck. Split on
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1980s German Used Cocktail Dresses

Black top stitched cocktail dress with gold metal chain edge Moschino Couture
By Moschino Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black top stitched cocktail dress with gold metal chain edge. Fabric composition: 64% triacetate
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Cocktail dress with white Polka dots and transparent sequin SCAASI Boutique
By Scaasi Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with white Polka dots and transparent sequin. No fabric tag composition but
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1980s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Red sleeveless cocktail dress with string on the side MONTANA BLU
By Claude Montana
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red sleeveless cocktail dress with string on the side. Shell fabric composition: 56% acetate, 29
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1980s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Rare cocktail dress in flower printed nylon Création Givenchy Université 1955
By Givenchy
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Rare cocktail dress in flower printed nylon. Zip in the middle back. Wrap on the bust and in the
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1950s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Vicky Tiel Attributed Black Sequin Cocktail Dress Size Small
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Vicky Tiel cocktail dress is composed of a black sequin lace and features a sheer bodice
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20th Century French Used Cocktail Dresses

Pauline Trigere Silk Floral Devore Velvet Cocktail Dress w/ Black Fox Hem
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1980s Pauline Trigere silk devore velvet cocktail dress with black ground and pastel
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1980s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Black rayon jersey sleeveless cocktail dress with gold lurex lines ALAIA NEW
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black rayon sleeveless cocktail dress with gold lurex lines . Fabric composition: 65% rayon, 26
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950 s Earth Tone Cocktail Dress with Watercolor Floral Pattern Size 0
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage cocktail dress is composed of a floral watercolor pattern silk in Earth tone hues
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1950s American Used Cocktail Dresses

GUCCI Early 00 s Black Lycra Cocktail Dress with Brown GG Logo Belt
By Gucci
Located in Milano, IT
- Sold by Skof.Archive - Early 00’s - Black Cocktail Dress - Brown GG Logo Belt - Drapes Details
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Ceil Chapman 1950 s Black Cocktail Draped Cocktail Dress Size S
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black silk. The dress features draping at the
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1950s Used Cocktail Dresses

Gold and black brocade bustier cocktail dress MIGNON Anne-Marie Gabalis NY
By Mignon
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Gold and black brocade bustier cocktail dress. Black satin bow in the middle front. Boned bustier
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1980s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Black velvet cocktail dress with blue satin bow draped Guy Laroche Boutique
By Guy Laroche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet cocktail dress with blue satin bow draped. Fabric composition of velvet: 73% cotton
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

BALENCIAGA Hot Pink Strapless Polka dot Cocktail Dress by Josephus Thimister
By Josephus Thimister, Balenciaga
Located in Sheffield, GB
Beautiful BALENCIAGA Hot pink Polka dot cocktail dress by Josephus Thimister. This strapless
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1990s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Lurex jersey cocktail dress with rhinestone Pauline Trigère
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Lurex jersey cocktail dress with rhinestone. Zip in the middle back. No lining. Raglan sleeve
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

1970S STAVROPOULOS Black Bias Cut Silk Lurex Burnout Velvet Cocktail Dress With
By George Stavropoulos
Located in New York, NY
Velvet Cocktail Dress With Sleeves
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1970s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Black cocktail dress with bra in tulle and sequin CHANTAL THOMASS
By Chantal Thomass
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with tulle bra and sequin and tulle petticoat with tulle ruffles ans sequin on
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

LELA ROSE Size 6 Blue Black Acrylic Blend Woven Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Lela Rose
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sui Generis Reference: 135234 Category: Cocktail Dress More Details Brand: LELA ROSE Gender
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

1960s Jean-Louis I. Magnin Op-Art Chiffon Cocktail Dress in Chartreuse Blue
By I. Magnin
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Jean-Louis I. Magnin Op-Art Chiffon Cocktail Dress in Chartreuse & Blue: A strikingly
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Black Cocktail Dress with Floral Applique.
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage black cocktail dress , by 'styled by H Tromp for Melonique Originals Ltd. The dress
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1950s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

1920S Teal Silk Charmeuse Deco Beaded Cocktail Dress With Fur Hem Lamé Shawl
Located in New York, NY
As-Is with some spots all over on the silk 1920S Teal Silk Charmeuse Deco Beaded Cocktail Dress
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1920s Used Cocktail Dresses

DOLCE GABBANA Tiger Stripe Print Gathered Pleated Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Dolce Gabbana
Located in Thiensville, WI
Dolce & Gabbana "D&G" tiger print gathered sleeveless cocktail dress. Designed by Domenico Dolce
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Used Cocktail Dresses

1950 s Christian Dior London Black Demi Couture Cocktail Dress
By Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1950's Christian Dior London Black Demi Couture cocktail dress. Made in London, sold at Holt
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1950s British Used Cocktail Dresses

Iconic Bob Mackie "Boutique" Mini sequins cocktail dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
This iconic Bob Mackie mini Black cocktail dress is of silk chiffon and is fully lined in black
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1980s Used Cocktail Dresses

PRABAL GURUNG Size 10 Black Silver Polyester Floral A-Line Cocktail Dress
By Prabal Gurung
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sui Generis Reference: 131120 Category: Cocktail Dress More Details Brand: PRABAL GURUNG Gender
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI Size 6 Black Pleated Cotton/Silk Waist Tie Cocktail Dress
By Giambattista Valli
Located in San Francisco, CA
GIAMBATTISTA VALLI strapless dress comes in a black pleated cotton / silk featuring a cocktail
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

RICK OWENS Size 4 Purple Viscose Blend Draped One Shoulder Cocktail Dress
By Rick Owens
Located in San Francisco, CA
inches Length: 35 inches Sui Generis Reference: 130420 Category: Cocktail Dress More Details
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Off Shoulder Blue Ruffles Silk Cocktail Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Late 80s Yves Saint Laurent off shoulder blue silk organza, with ruffles and sequins cocktail
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Dusty rose sleeveless cocktail dress with laser cut Nina RICCI New with tag
By Nina Ricci
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Dusty rose sleeveless cocktail dress with laser cut. Shell fabric: 100% polyester. Silk lining
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2010s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Ceil Chapman Black Cocktail Dress with Draped Detail Size Small
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black silk. The dress features a drape detail at
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1950s Used Cocktail Dresses

Emilio Pucci Iconic geometric pattern of butterflies Cocktail Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Emilio Pucci Iconic geometric pattern of butterflies Cocktail Dress This stunning Pucci Dress has
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

White jersey cocktail dress with gold metal tiger and rhinestone Roberto CAVALLI
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White jersey cocktail dress with half-belt in gold metal and rhinestone. Fabric composition: 95
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

GUY LAROCHE Size 10 Black Viscose Silk Mesh Spaghetti Straps Cocktail Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Francisco, CA
Length: 33 inches Reference: 121387 Category: Cocktail Dress More Details Brand: GUY LAROCHE
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

1990 ALAIA Blush Pink Rayon Jersey Bodycon Cocktail Dress With Cut Out Racer Ba
Located in New York, NY
1990 ALAIA Blush Pink Rayon Jersey Bodycon Cocktail Dress With Cut Out Racer Back
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1990s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950 s Custom Lace Cocktail Dress Size 2-4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cocktail dress is composed of black lace with silk. The bodice features scalloped edges with
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1950s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Backless red silk chiffon cocktail dress with drape and ruffles Fontana Couture
By Fontana
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless red silk chiffon cocktail dress with drape and ruffles. Fabric buttons and buttonhole
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Late 20th Century Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

GUCCI Black Jersey Knit Sleeveless Draped Shift Cocktail Dress
By Gucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
Gucci black jersey knit sleeveless draped shift cocktail dress. Crew neckline. Front crisscrossed
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

James Purcell for Tissu Bucoi cocktail dress
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful James Purcell for Tissu Bucoi cocktail dress has a bold Abstract Floral print. The
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1980s Used Cocktail Dresses

1950 s Tiered Blush Lace Cocktail Dress with Rhinestone Applique Size 6 8
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cocktail dress is composed of a peach hue lace with tiered scalloped edges and rhinestone
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20th Century American Used Cocktail Dresses

1980 s black and white polka dots draped cocktail dress with ruffles
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
1980's black and white polka dots draped cocktail dress with ruffles on the left side. Zip on the
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1980s Used Cocktail Dresses

White beaded and sequin cocktail dress on wool jersey base Helen Wong
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White beaded and sequin cocktail dress on wool jersey base. No fabric composition for the lining
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1960s Hong Kong Used Cocktail Dresses

Sleeveless cocktail dress with satin belt Alexander McQueen
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless cocktail dress with satin belt. Main fabric composition: 50% acetate, 50% rayon
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1950s Nude on Black Chiffon Strapless Cocktail Dress w Feather Flourish
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Silk chiffon cocktail dress: 3 layer construction. Lining and structured bodice structure in
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1950s American Used Cocktail Dresses

CEIL CHAPMAN Black Beaded Cocktail Dress with Square Neckline Size 2
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cocktail dress is composed of a beaded black silk. Features a square neckline with center
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20th Century American Used Cocktail Dresses

Beaded cocktail dress with black feather Lecoanet Hemant ( no brand tag)
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beaded cocktail dress with black feather. No lining. No brand tag. Show prototype. Corset with zip
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1990s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Neil Beiff Black Green Totally Sequined Cocktail Dress
By Neil Bieff
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Neil Beiff black & green totally sequined cocktail dress. Take center stage at your next evening
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1970s Indian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black cocktail dress with lace, beads and velvet belt Christian Lacroix
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with lace, beads and velvet belt. Fabric composition: silk, rayon, cotton
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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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