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1970s Halston Cerulean Blue Silk Chiffon Blue Size 6 / 8 70s Goddess Gown Dress
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
*Model in video is US Size 6, and 5’8 feet tall* Gorgeous vintage 70s HALSTON Couture cerulean blue
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Pauline Trigere Black Point d esprit Gown - size 10 - Circa 70 s
By Pauline Trigère
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pauline Trigere Black Point d'esprit Gown - size 10 - Circa 70's This beautiful gown has layers of
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1970s French Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Peter Stevens Irish Linen Embroidered Khaki Vintage 70s Shirt Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful early 1970s PETER STEVENS Irish linen khaki embroidered short sleeve shirt dress
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Coral Orange Cold - Shoulder Boho Slinky Vintage 70s Jersey Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s coral / burnt orange cold shoulder boho dress! Slinky fit with a slouchy bodice and
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Moroccan Black + Gold Metal Embroidered Vintage 70s Caftan Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s black crepe Moroccan long sleeve kaftan maxi dress! Features meticulously embrodiered
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1970s Moroccan Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Joseph Magnin White Eyelet Cotton Embrodiered Vintage 70s Shirt Dress
By Joseph Magnin Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s JOSEPH MAGNIN white cotton eyelet embrodiered long sleeve shirt dress! Features a stark
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Biba 70 s Liquid Satin Marabou Feather Maxi Wrap Gown Robe
By Barbara Hulanicki Biba, Biba
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
height of the label’s “art nouveau meets glam-rock” moment - a wearable work of 70's fantasy and one of
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1970s British Vintage 70s Dress

Lanvin Vintage 1970s Tulip Butterfly Print Colorful 70s Jersey Drawstring Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1970s LANVIN tulip / butterfly print colorful drawstring dress! Features tulip
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1970s Italian Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Joy Stevens One Shoulder Gold Grecian Inspired 70s Vintage Gown Maxi Dress
By Joy Stevens
Located in San Diego, CA
Unbelievable 1970s JOY STEVENS one shoulder Grecian gown! Features a golden jersey body with plenty of stretch. Chiffon overlay features purple, green and gold abstract print. Hidden...
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Sweet Lo Iconic 70s Black Chiffon Scallop Hemline Beaded Evening Dress
By Sweet Lo
Located in New York, NY
evening dress measures 46 inches in length. Shoulders measures 18 inches across, neck-to-sleeve is 4 1/2
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1970s Indian Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Halston Crimson Red Ultra Suede Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Shirt Dress
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 70s HALSTON crimson red ultra suede long sleeve shirt dress ! Buttons up the front
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Lucie Ann of Beverly Hills 1970s Sz Medium Large Black Vintage 70s Peasant Dress
By Lucie Ann
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s Lucie Ann of Beverly Hills long sleeve dress ! Features a black jersey bodice that
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA SS 95 Rare "Reproduction" of a 70 s Transparent Neglige
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Milano, MILANO
Spring Summer 1995 iconic and rare "Reproduction" of a 70's transparent negligé by Maison Martin
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1990s Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Giorgio di Sant Angelo Kelly Green Slinky Bodysuit 70s Vintage Dress
By Giorgio di Sant Angelo
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic mid 70s GIORGIO DI SANT ANGELO kelly green slinky short sleeve jersey bodysuit dress! Features
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1970s Italian Vintage 70s Dress

Chic Vintage Anne Fogarty 1970s Black and Red Checkered Dress and Shawl Set 70s
By Anne Fogarty
Located in San Diego, CA
Such a chic vintage early 1970s ANNE FOGARTY black and red checkered dress, with matching shawl
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Roger Freres Black Lace and Green Silk Taffeta Gown-10-Circa 70 s
By Roger Freres
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Roger Freres Black Lace and Green Silk Taffeta Gown - Sz 10 - Circa 70's Additional Measurements
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1970s French Vintage 70s Dress

1970s James Galanos Nude + Black Op Art Polka Dot Vintage 70s Gown Maxi Dress
By Galanos, James Galanos
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s JAMES GALANOS nude, black and white long sleeve chiffon gown ! Features a silk base with polka dot prints, along with a sheer overlay with the same prints, but in con...
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Large Hunter Green Brown Pinstriped Rayon Crochet 70s Vintage Tunic Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s hunter green, brown and ivory pinstriped crochet bell sleeve tunic dress ! Features hand
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1970s Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Lilli Diamond Black Fully Fringed Vintage Flapper Style 70s Cocktail Dress
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous mid 1970s does 1920s LILLI DIAMOND black fully fringed flapper style jersey cocktail dress
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1960s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Flapper Style Black Fringe Vintage 70s Does 20s Sleeveless Disco Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Channel your innner Studio 54 in this black fully fringed flapper style disco dress ! Features
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Vintage Mollie Parnis 1970s Blue and White Novelty 70s Linen + Cotton Dress
By Mollie Parnis
Located in San Diego, CA
blue and white nautical linen/cotton dress ! Features the perfect linen/cotton blend that is soft, yet
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Late 1970s Bob Mackie Rare Sequin + Ribbons Vintage 70s Strapless Silk Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic rare late 1970s BOB MACKIE black silk strapless cocktail dress! Features hundreds of hand
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Halston 1970s Pistachio Green Ultra Suede Short Sleeve Vintage 70s Shirt Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s HALSTON pistachio green ultra suede short sleeve belted shirt dress ! The perfect color
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Heather Grey + Rhinestones Long Sleeve V Neck 70s Vintage Sweater Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s heather gray and rhinestones long sleeve sweater dress! Soft warm fabric that could
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Victor Costa Cold Shoulder Flower Print Vintage 70s Rayon Boho Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s VICTOR COSTA flower printed cold shoulder boho rayon dress ! Features an ivory backdrop
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Amazing 1970s Vintage One Shoulder Black Sequin Silk 70s Evening Dress Gown
By Mike Benet Formals, MIKE BENET
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1970s one shoulder black sequin silk Grecian inspired Toga evening dress
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Amazing 1970s Vintage One Shoulder Black Sequin Silk 70s Evening Dress Gown
By MIKE BENET
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1970s one shoulder black sequin silk Grecian inspired Toga evening dress
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Holly’s Harp Black Pearl Bead Encrusted Vintage 70s Silk Jersey Midi Dress
By Holly Harp
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 70s HOLLY’S HARP black beaded and pearl encrusted ilk jersey midi dress ! Features a
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Loris Azzaro Lipstick Red Silk Chiffon Jersey Long Sleeve 70s Mini Dress
By Loris Azzaro Paris, Loris Azzaro Couture
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 70s vintage LORIS AZZARO Couture lipstick red silk chiffon and jersey long sleeve dress
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1970s French Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Giorgio di Sant Angelo Black Vintage 70s Crochet Bishop Sleeve Smock Dress
By Giorgio di Sant Angelo
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 70s GIORGIO DI SANT ANGELO black crochet bishop sleeve smock dress! Features cut-out crochet
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Stunning Original 1970s Jean-Louis Scherrer Dress Silk Poet Sleeve Bow Maxi 70s
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Berlin, BE
, Scherrer's fellow designers in the 70s. No fitted waist (sash belt on the picture is not part of the dress
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1970s French Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Anthony Muto for Joseph Magnin Black Jersey One Shoulder 70s Grecian Dress
By Anthony Muto
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s vintage ANTHONY MUTO for JOSPEH MAGNIN one shoulder black jersey dress! Beautifully
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Boho Chic Paisley Print Long Sleeve Mock Neck Vintage 70s Knit Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Boho chic 1970s paisley print long sleeve mock neck knit dress ! Tailored bodice with a flirty
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Halston Midnight Navy Blue Silk Velvet Vintage 70s Plunge Faux Wrap Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
The silk velvet on this amazing 1970s HALSTON midnight navy blue faux wrap dress is the most
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Vintage Lilli Diamond 1970s Teal Blue Long Sleeve 70s Knee Length Jersey Dress
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s LILLI DIAMOND teal blue long sleeve jersey dress! Features flattering ruching on
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Joy Stevens Fully Fringed 70s Does 20s Black Jersey Vintage Flapper Dress
By Joy Stevens
Located in San Diego, CA
Spectacular 1970s JOY STEVENS black fully fringe sleeveless flapper dress! This statement maker
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

NWT Vintage 1970s Birdine’s Sunshine White Beaded Grecian Maxi Dress Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
⸻ 1970s Birdine’s Sunshine Fashions dress, vintage beaded maxi dress, 70s Grecian white gown, bohemian
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Halston Size 12 / 14 Perwinkle Print Silk Damask Vintage 70s Wrap Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and classic late 1970s HALSTON periwinkle print silk damask Avant Garde wrap dress and sash
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

70s Adolfo For Saks 5th Avenue Black Blue Flower Print Vintage 1970s Knit Dress
By Adolfo, Adolfo at Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 70s ADOLFO for SAKS FIFTH AVE black and royal blue rose print long sleeve santana knit
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Novelty Fruit Print Blue Multi Color Vintage 70s Stylish V Neck Wrap Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing late 70s novelty fruit print wrap dress ! Features a beautiful vibrant blue background
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Late 1970s Rose Print Wool Challis Vintage 70s Midi Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche rose print midi dress ! Features a lightweight soft
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1970s European Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Halston Kelly Green Silk 3/4 Sleeves Vintage 70s Shirt Dress w/ Pockets
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic classic 1970s HALSTON 3/4 sleeves silk shirt dress ! Buttons up the front. Pockets at each
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Lilli Diamond Taupe + Mint Green Marabou Feather 70s Maxi Dress + Jacket
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic vintage LILLI DIAMOND taupe and mint green jersey maxi dress and matching cardigan
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Holly’s Harp Rare Hand Tie Dyed Marble Silk Jersey Vintage 70s Boho Dress
By Hollys Harp, Holly Harp
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare early 1970s HOLLY’S HARP hand tie dye silk jersey boho wrap dress ! Features warm colors of
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Jean Muir Vintage Black Jersey Long Dress Gown Plunge Neckline Asymmetric Hem
By Jean Muir
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
, gallery openings, or evening celebrations, this dress channels effortless 70s glamour while remaining
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1970s British Vintage 70s Dress

Vintage Oscar de la Renta 1970s Black Silk Chiffon Crepe Boho 70s Midi Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage mid 1970s OSCAR DE LA RENTA black silk crepe chiffon boho midi dress! Peasant style
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s HALSTON Cashmere Camel Tan 70s Vintage Dress and Cardigan Sweater Jacket
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
long cashmere cardigan and sleeveless cashmere dress. Simply slips over the head and stretches to fit
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1970s Scottish Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Joseph Brennan Trompe L Oeil Red, White and BLue Rhinestone 70s Midi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
dress! Features a navy blue, white and yellow bodice and skirt, with the front of the skirt in red (to
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Donald Brooks Size 0 Ivory Off - White 3/4 Sleeves Vintage 70s Crepe Dress
By Donald Brooks
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 70s DONALD BROOKS ivory off-white 3/4 sleeves crepe dress ! Features a tailored bodice
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Leonard of Paris, Multicolored "Splash" Dress
By Leonard of Paris
Located in New York, NY
Leonard, of Paris, Multicolored '70s Leonard draped dress so so wonderful to have for any
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1970s Italian Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Autumnal Digital Floral Print Knit Vintage 70s A Line Dress + Bolero Top
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s autumnal colored digital flower printed knit A-Line dress and cropped bolero jacket
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Amazing 1970s Brightly Colored Flower Pleated Vintage 70s Caftan Maxi Dres
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 970s brightly colored flower print pleated cotton kaftan maxi dress! Features accordian
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1970s Vintage 70s Dress

Chloe Karl Lagerfeld Cubist Green Silk Print Sleeveless Dress, 1970s
By Chloé
Located in Boca Raton, FL
youthful and modern brand. From the mid-to-late 70s, this dress is done in a light silk printed with a
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1970s French Vintage 70s Dress

Burke Amey Evening Gown Silk Brocade Tapestry Floral Fantasy Vintage 70s
By Ronald Amey
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
brocade tapestry—an unmistakable statement of late-60s/early-70s couture glamour. Exquisite handwork
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1970s American Vintage 70s Dress

Moschino Couture Strapless "Tie" Mini Dress, 1980s
By Moschino Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and ties are made of silk from the 60's and 70's. A memorable and collectible dress from the era of
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20th Century Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Ted Lapidus Green Linen Coat Dress
By Ted Lapidus
Located in London, GB
popularised sports utility wear and the safari suit look along with Yves Saint Laurent in the 60s and 70s
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1970s French Vintage 70s Dress

Vintage Cotton Maxi Dress in Brown
Located in Carnate, IT
Vintage Cotton Maxi Dress in Brown Vintage dress from the 70s in shades of brown with cape and
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Vintage 70S Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary vintage 70s dress for your needs in our varied inventory. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Blue, Gray and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a vintage 70s dress from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Halston, Yves Saint Laurent and Bill Blass are often thought to be among the most stylish. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage 70S Dress?

Prices for a vintage 70s dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $104 and can go as high as $9,432, while, on average they fetch $788.

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 Vintage 70s Dress
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    There are a few options for how you should dress for a ’70s party. You can go for the hippie look with dramatic bell-bottoms, fringed jackets and vests and embroidered blouses, or try a sporty look by pairing a vintage tee with high-waisted, button-fly flared jeans and clogs or platform shoes. For a straight-from-the-disco aesthetic, look for surplice and halter dresses decked out in sequins. Men can make a 1970s-inspired statement with a leisure suit or bell-bottoms matched with a turtleneck. Aviator sunglasses are great accessories for both men and women. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of 1970s apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the maxi dress was very popular in the 1970s. This was a strange transitional era for women’s clothing as they left behind more modest clothing and embraced a risque approach to style. This meant that in the 1970s maxi dresses sat alongside miniskirts in the same closet. Shop a collection of 1970’s-inspired vintage clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, platform shoes are not from the ‘70s. Platform shoes have been around for centuries, with origins in Greek theater. Salvatore Ferragamo popularized the footwear again in the 1930s with his rainbow-soled design. Find vintage and contemporary platform shoes from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In order to dress for a ‘70s party, it is important to dress in the styles of the day. Namely, opt for bell-bottom jeans, polyester tops, shirts and jackets with wide lapels, peasant tops and halter tops. Additionally, choose bright colors and patterns such as tie-dye.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What ’70s furniture is called depends on its style. Generally, pieces from this decade can be called vintage furniture. However, pieces with certain stylistic characteristics have other names. For example, some 1970s furniture is mid-century modern. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, was developed in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1970s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    From crinkle boots to platform boots, there were many different styles of boot found in the 1970s. One of the most popular and famous styles from the time was the go-go boot which first rose to prominence in the 60s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage boots from the 1970s from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The sunglasses that were popular in the 70s were those that were large and often square in shape. A popular 70s style was the aviator style. Many of the 70s style glasses were characterized by colored lenses and funky frames. Shop 1970s sunglasses and other vintage sunglasses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What the ’70s glasses were called depended on the shape of their frames. Sunglasses and eyeglasses that feature rounded frames with a double bridge are aviator glasses. The oversized women's sunglasses that feature curved, thick frames are butterfly sunglasses, while the angular looks worn by Elton John and other celebrities of the 1970s are square sunglasses. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage sunglasses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many kinds of skirts were popular in the 1970s, including denim skirts, A-line skirts, and peasant skirts. Earth tones, pastels, and wildly colorful patterns were common styles of the 70s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a wide collection of vintage 1970s skirts from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a dress is vintage, look at the labels inside. By researching the maker and looking at images of the brand's other designs, you may be able to estimate the age of your dress. The label may even have a date printed on it. Generally, clothing must be at least 20 years old to qualify as vintage. If you need assistance dating your clothing, a knowledgeable expert, such as an appraiser or vintage clothing reseller, can help. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of vintage dresses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many different styles of dress were popular in the 1990s, including the slip dress which became very common by the middle of the decade. Tastes and styles varied between regions and among people. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage 1990s dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the 1920s, the flapper dress became a fresh new look for both day and evening wear. This shift dress hung from shoulder to just below the knee with a significant drop waistline. The evening versions of these dresses often featured lace, fringe, beadwork and luxe fabrics like chiffon, velvet and taffeta. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage flapper dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The dresses they wore in the 1960s varied depending on the time of day and the occasion. For everyday wear, many women opted for simply tailored frocks called shift dresses. They often featured bold geometric prints in eye-catching colors. In the evening, women tended to opt for gowns with plunging necklines, fitted waists and flowing full skirts. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage dresses from the 1960s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The iconic dresses from the 1920s are called flapper dresses. This name comes from the term flapper, which was used to describe young women during the period who enjoyed personal fulfillment and independence in American cities, particularly as they gained the right to vote and enjoy other freedoms previously reserved for men. Flappers danced at jazz clubs and upended most societal restrictions placed on women at the time, and fashion statements typically attributed to flappers included short “bob” haircuts, higher hemlines and other then-audacious style choices. Find a selection of flapper dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    In the 1990s, people dressed in different ways. Styles included grunge, modern preppy, hip-hop and goth. Some trends of the decade were slip dresses, plaid flannel shirts, long plaid skirts, overalls, combat boots and loose-fitting rolled jeans. Neon colors were popular for a time, as were fabric headbands and fabric-covered ponytail holders. Shop a selection of 90s vintage apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    1950s-style dresses are often called poodle skirt dresses. The dress is generally a fit-and-flare shape with a wide swing skirt. Another popular type of dress is the form-fitting sheath, also known as a pencil dress.

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