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ROKSANDA Cocktail Dress in White Silk and Black Feathers Size 10UK
By Roksanda
Located in Paris, FR
Roksanda cocktail dress in white silk. Transparent neckline covered with flowers and black feathers
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21st Century and Contemporary English Used Cocktail Dresses

Raw silk sleeveless printed cocktail dress CHRISTIAN DIOR Cruise 2008
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Raw silk sleeveless printed cocktail dress. Pale pink silk lining. Zip and hook&eye closure on the
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Early 2000s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Degradé sequin cocktail dress LULUS New with tag
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Degradé ( from silver to pink) sequin cocktail dress. Main fabric composition and lining : 100
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2010s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Black cocktail dress with bow MOSCHINO CHEAP CHIC
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with bow. Main fabric composition: 79% acetate, 21% rayon. Lining composition
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black white tulle fully embroidered cocktail dress Valentino
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black & white tulle fully embroidered cocktail dress. See-through on the bust and chiffon lining on
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Tom Ford purple cocktail dress
By Tom Ford
Located in New York, NY
Tom Ford purple cocktail dress Long Sleeve with V-Neck Concealed Zip Closure at Back Size - XS
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2010s Used Cocktail Dresses

Yellow silk cocktail dress with silver metal brooch THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Yellow silk cocktail dress with silver metal brooch . Hidden snap and zip closure on the middle
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1990s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Red cocktail dress with beadwork on the bust Valentino Roma
By Valentino Roma
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red cocktail dress with beadwork ( rhinestone and beads) on the bust. Zip and hook&eye on the left
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Late 20th Century Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Jean Louis Scherrer Black Mesh Cocktail Dress
By Jean Louis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black cocktail dress. Sheer upper body, velvet trim. Lined. Rear button and zipper closure
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1990s Used Cocktail Dresses

Black cocktail dress with cutwork Thierry Mugler Paris
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress with cutwork. No fabric tag but probably rayon. Zip in the middle back + hook
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1990s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Jeanne Lanvin Purple and gold lurex silk cocktail dress wrap
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jeanne Lanvin VIBRANT Purple and gold lurex silk cocktail dress and matching wrap. Circa 1980s I
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Late 20th Century French Used Cocktail Dresses

Flower printed silk chiffon cocktail dress with ruffles Just Cavalli
By Just Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Flower printed silk chiffon cocktail dress with ruffles. Authenticity hologram. Branded buttons and
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2010s Romanian Used Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Bright Pink Raw Silk Cocktail Dress
By Harrods
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress in a wonderful pink raw silk. This dress was made for Harrods. It has a deep
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1960s Used Cocktail Dresses

Monique Lhuillier Brown Lace Cocktail Dress Size 8
By Monique Lhuillier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a stellar Monique Lhuillier cocktail dress. It is a wonderful brown lace, features a brown
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21st Century and Contemporary American Used Cocktail Dresses

Christian Lacroix F/W 1988 Runway Cocktail dress
By Christian Lacroix, Christian Lacroix Paris
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Lacroix Fall winter 1988 runway cocktail dress, jewelry buttons, velvet and silk, size 40
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Givenchy Couture Velvet and Sequined Cocktail Dress
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Givenchy Couture, black velvet cocktail dress having black sequins embellishment in the form of
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Pink lace cocktail dress with fabric flower embellishment Dolce Gabbana
By Dolce Gabbana
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Raspberry pink lace cocktail dress with fabric flower embellishment. Silk Chiffon lining. Zip and
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1960S Black Silver Wool Knit Mod Op-Art Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
size. 1960S Black & Silver Wool Knit Mod Op-Art Cocktail Dress
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1960s Used Cocktail Dresses

Don Loper Black Cocktail Dress, Circa 1940
By Don Loper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage black cocktail dress by Don Loper, from the 1940's. The dress has gathering
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1940s American Used Cocktail Dresses

White sleeveless cocktail dress with iridescent thread Versace Jeans Couture
By Versace Jeans Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White sleeveless cocktail dress covered with white iridescent thread. Composition: 49% wool, 34
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1990s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Deep purple rayon jersey drape cocktail dress with ruffles Emanuel Ungaro
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Deep purple rayon jersey drape cocktail dress with silk chiffon ruffles. Zip on the left. SIZE S
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Max Mara Black Cocktail Dress with Tie Front
Located in London, GB
A chic black cocktail dress by Max Mara. The dress has a side zip opening, interesting tie front
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Silk printed bustier cocktail dress Alexander MCQUEEN
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk printed bustier cocktail dress with inside bustier. Black inlay ribs on the middle back
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2010s Serbian Used Cocktail Dresses

Animal print cocktail dress Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Animal print cocktail dress. No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Zip closure on the
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1980s French Used Cocktail Dresses

White laser perforated neoprene cocktail dress Karl Lagerfeld
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White laser perforated neoprene cocktail dress. Shell: 95% polyester 5% spandex. Back (tulle) 100
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Early 2000s Indonesian Used Cocktail Dresses

Cocktail dress fully embroidered with metallic beads Peachboo+Krejberg
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cocktail dress fully embroidered with metallic beads.Zip in the middle back. SIZE S
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2010s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Galanos Red Ruffled Chiffon Cocktail Dress, 1985
By Galanos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sweet and classic cocktail dress. Swinging sixties does eighties vibe - fit and flare with inset
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20th Century Used Cocktail Dresses

"Chiné à la branche" silk printed cocktail dress RED VALENTINO
By REDValentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
"Chiné à la branche" silk printed cocktail dress. Lining composition: 63% acetate, 37% cupro. Boned
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Early 2000s Hungarian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black bustier lace and feather cocktail dress HOLLYWOOD NITES
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black bustier lace and feather cocktail dress. Fabric composition: acetate. Zip closure on the
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

BILL BLASS Size M Black Silk Shoulder Cut Out Cocktail Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Francisco, CA
BILL BLASS cocktail dress comes in a black silk featuring a turtleneck, shoulder cut out detail
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

DOLCE GABBANA Size 6 Black Acetate Blend Ruched Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Dolce Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
DOLCE & GABBANA cocktail dress comes in a black acetate blend with a animal print interior
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

Bustier cocktail dress with flower print CHIARA BONI
By Chiara Boni
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Bustier cocktail dress with flower print and nylon tulle petticoat . Main fabric composition
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

1960s Black Lace Cocktail Dress with Bow
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Black 1960s lace drop waist cocktail dress with the label Anita Modes. The sleeveless dress has a
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

60s Lili Ann Satin Cocktail Dress and Bolero Set
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s black and white Lili Ann cocktail dress and black satin dolman bolero set.
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1960s Used Cocktail Dresses

1990S ISAAC MIZRAHI Hot Pink Silk Faille Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
some subtle fading, please note photos. 1990S ISAAC MIZRAHI Hot Pink Silk Faille Cocktail Dress
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1990s Used Cocktail Dresses

White crêpe cocktail dress with beaded collar and cuff
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White crêpe cocktail dress with beaded collar and cuff. Snap on the cuff SIZE M
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1970s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Black bustier cocktail dress with pleats VICTOR COSTA
By Victor Costa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black bustier cocktail dress with pleats . Fabric composition: 100% polyester. Boned bustier inside
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1980s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Brown sleeveless cocktail dress with gold painting and beadwork Gianfranco Ferré
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown sleeveless cocktail dress with gold painting and beadwork. Fabric composition: 85% rayon, 15
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1980s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Sleeveless cocktail dress in silver lurex knit Pierre Balmain Les Tricots
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless cocktail dress in silver lurex knit . No fabric composition tag but lining probably
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1960s French Used Cocktail Dresses

Black wool sleeveless cocktail dress with bow SUITE by CHANTAL THOMASS
By Chantal Thomass
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wool sleeveless cocktail dress with bow. Rayon lining with Polka dot print . Zip closure on
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1980s Used Cocktail Dresses

Armani Collezzioni Black Cocktail Dress with Pleat Detail
By Armani Collezioni
Located in London, GB
A chic black cocktail dress by Armani Collezzioni, The dress has a pleated skirt area and bust with
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Early 2000s Used Cocktail Dresses

See-through silk chiffon printed cocktail dress with ruffles ZIMMERMANN
By Zimmermann
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk chiffon printed cocktail dress with ruffles. Off-white organic cotton slip dress underneath
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2010s Chinese Used Cocktail Dresses

Tulle and sequin cocktail dress Circa 1980 s
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Tulle and sequin cocktail dress. No fabric composition tag but the tulle is probably polyester
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1980s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

SAINT LAURENT Size 2 White Viscose Strapless Cut-Out Cocktail Dress
By Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
SAINT LAURENT cocktail dress comes in a white viscose featuring a cutout front, strapless neckline
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

Sleeveless brocade cocktail dress Versus Gianni Versace
By Versus Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless brocade cocktail dress with Venetian mask and abstract graphic pattern. Gold lurex tulle
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1990s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Cocktail dress in fuschia satin Circa 1950 s
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cocktail dress in fuschia satin with "spaguettis" shoulders straps. Boned and satin lining inside
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1950s Unknown Used Cocktail Dresses

Sleeveless pink wool cocktail dress Guy Laroche Circa 1960 s
By Guy Laroche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless pink wool cocktail dress . Silk lining. Zip in the left side on the back + hook&eye
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1960s French Used Cocktail Dresses

1960 Spectacular Mr. Blackwell Custom Rhinestone Jeweled Black Cocktail Dress
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in Gresham, OR
1960 Spectacular Mr. Blackwell Custom Rhinestone Jeweled Cocktail Dress. Black wool knit knee
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1960s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Red sleeveless jersey top-stitched cocktail dress Ferré NEW
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red sleeveless jersey top-stitched cocktail dress. NEW wit tag. SIZE 42 (It) 38 (Fr) 8 (Us)
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Early 2000s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Jersey and printed silk cocktail dress with rhinestone CLASS Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black jersey and printed silk cocktail dress with rhinestone. Draped in the middle front. SIZE 38
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2010s Italian Used Cocktail Dresses

Black Rhinestoned Cocktail Dress, 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s Black Rhinestoned Cocktail Dress. Rhinestone detail at straps and graduating down to bottom
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1960s Used Cocktail Dresses

Mary McFadden Signature Pleated 2 Toned Cocktail Dress
By Mary McFadden
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Mary McFadden Pleated 2 Toned Cocktail Dress from the 1980's. Spliced in 2 tones of
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1990s American Used Cocktail Dresses

1960S Black Silk Mousseline Cocktail Dress With Emerald Crystal Beaded Sleeves
Located in New York, NY
Hand finished with couture detailing and fully lined in rayon. 1960S Black Silk Mousseline Cocktail
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1960s Used Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de La Renta Black Silk Cocktail dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Oscar de la Renta drop waist black silk cocktail dress . Very timeless black dress remind me of
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Early 2000s American Used Cocktail Dresses

Black and white Polka-dots silk cocktail dress Luisa Spagnoli
By Luisa Spagnoli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and white Polka-dots silk cocktail dress with sunray pleated skirt. Lining composition
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Early 2000s Chinese Used Cocktail Dresses

SAINT LAURENT 2019 Size XS Black Silver Viscose Rhinestones Cocktail Dress
By Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
SAINT LAURENT cocktail dress in a black viscose fabric featuring a silver tone rhinestone studded
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21st Century and Contemporary Used Cocktail Dresses

Printed cocktail dress with cut work on the bust Emilio Pucci
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed cocktail dress with cut work on the bust. NEW with Tag. Fabric composition: 100% rayon
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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.

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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. 

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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