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1950s- 1960s Dorothy Litzan for Roban Vintage Blue Silk + Lace Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage robin's egg blue silk taffeta cocktail dress with a scoop neck, chantilly lace and
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1950s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
ANDREA ODICINI Black Silk Floral Print Cocktail Dress with Peplum Size 42
By Andrea Odicini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Andrea Odicini cocktail dress is composed of a black floral print silk with a bias cut edge
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20th Century Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
Black Capucci-Inspired Sleeveless Tiered Cocktail Dress w Waist Bow – M-L, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A bespoke cocktail dress clearly designed with Roberto Capucci’s tiered skirts in mind, this
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Cut Out Jersey Black Cocktail Dress size L ( S )
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Sexy Cut Out Cocktail Dress
Designer size - L ( run small, please check
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1990s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
Black bustier cocktail dress draped on the bust CD de Christian Dior Circa 1980
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black bustier cocktail dress draped on the bust. No fabric composition tag but could be taffetas
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1980s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Dress
A Vintage 1950s swing cinch cocktail dress with pleated skirt
Located in London, GB
A great, vintage swing cinch cocktail dress in multiple shades on blue. The dress has a printed
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1950s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage LadyCourt of London Cocktail Dress with Wonderful Embellishment
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress by Ladycourt of London. The dress has internal boning ( can be
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1960s British Vintage Cocktail Dress
MAGGY REEVES 1970
S Purple and Green Draped Jersey Cocktail Dress Size 2
By MAGGY REEVES
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Maggy Reeves cocktail dress is composed of purple and green jersey. Features a draped and
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1970s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
Cutstom Made 1960s Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress with Beaded Neckline Size 2-4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This custom 1960's cocktail dress is composed of a black silk chiffon and features an embellished
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1980s Ungaro Silk Floral Print Crepe Strapless Cocktail Dress w Attached Foulard
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Ungaro Silk Floral Print Crepe Strapless Cocktail Dress w Attached Foulard: A charming
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1980s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
1990
s Moschino Cruise Me Baby Backless All Black full length Cocktail Dress
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Vintage 1990's Moschino 'Cruise Me Baby' label full length Cocktail dress in all Black with a cut
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1990s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
Ceil Chapman Black Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress with Gathers Size 4-6
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black silk crepe. The bodice features vertical
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1950s Unknown Vintage Cocktail Dress
TRAVILLA Black on Black Lace Lame Cocktail Dress with Ruffle Hem Size 8
By Travilla
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Travilla cocktail dress is composed of a black on black metallic silk lace lame with nude
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20th Century American Vintage Cocktail Dress
Lanvin Haute Couture Black Velvet
Taffeta Cocktail Dress w/Hanky Hem No.91366
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Studio City, CA
Ca. 1983 Lanvin haute couture black sleeveless cocktail dress featuring a velvet bodice with
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1980s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
MILDRED 1960
s Pink and Yellow Chiffon Beaded Cocktail Dress Size 2 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Mildred cocktail dress is composed of a pink and yellow chiffon with floral pattern. Features
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
GIVENCHY Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Lace Trim and Satin Belt Size 4
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Givenchy cocktail dress is composed of a beautiful velvet with lace trim. Features a satin
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20th Century French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1960
s Black and Silver Hand Embellished Floral Cocktail Dress Size 2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage cocktail dress is composed of a silk chiffon with a sequin floral applique in silver
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1950
s Peach Lace Cocktail Dress with Draped Chiffon Waist Size 8 10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cocktail dress is composed of a peach hue lace with scalloped edges. Features a gathered
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20th Century American Vintage Cocktail Dress
"Cocktail Dress" by John Chillingworth
Located in London, GB
"Cocktail Dress" by John Chillingworth
4th September 1954: A cocktail dress and waist length
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1950s Modern Vintage Cocktail Dress
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Black and White
Beige sleeveless cocktail dress with 3 colors rhinestone Pauline Trigère
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige sleeveless cocktail dress with 3 colors rhinestone. Silk lining. Zip in the middle back
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black Crushed Velvet Wrap Cocktail Dress, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yet another Yves Saint Laurent classic - this figure hugging wrap style cocktail dress in crushed
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20th Century Vintage Cocktail Dress
Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Silk charmeuse ribbon trim cocktail dress c 1990s Size 34
The elegant Chanel black silk
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1990s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
$775 Sale Price
39% Off
Jean Desses Pret a Porter Silk Point D
esprit Cocktail Dress
By Jean Dessès
Located in New York, NY
Charming Jean Desses Pret a Porter Silk Point D'esprit Cocktail Dress from the 1950's. Fitted
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1950s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
LOUIS FERAUD c.1980
s Black Asymmetrical Tiered Ruffle Cocktail Dress
By Louis Feraud
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Louis Feraud c.1980's black asymmetrical tiered ruffle cocktail dress. Black satin
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1980s German Vintage Cocktail Dress
1960
s SAKS 5TH AVE Pink Floral Brocade Hand Beaded Cocktail Dress Sz 4
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage cocktail dress is composed of a pink floral brocade fabric embellished with sequins
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1960S Black Wool Knit Crystal Beaded Sleeve Mod Cocktail Dress XL
Located in New York, NY
Fully lined in silky rayon. 1960S Black Wool Knit Crystal Beaded Sleeve Mod Cocktail Dress XL
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Dress
Black and gold lurex cocktail dress with ruffles Valentino Miss V NEW with tag
By Valentino Miss V
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and gold lurex cocktail dress with ruffles. Rhinestone buttons in the middle back. Fabric
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1980s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
1960s Fontana Sisters Haute Couture Metallic Cocktail Dress
Located in Studio City, CA
Fontana Sisters haute couture cocktail dress made with metallic thread - the thread has oxidized
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1960s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
$1,250 Sale Price
21% Off
ODICINI COUTURE Black
Magenta Sequin Lace Cocktail Dress with Bow Size 6-8
By ODICINI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Odicini Couture cocktail dress is composed of a sequin embellished lace with a silk magenta
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20th Century French Vintage Cocktail Dress
A.J. Bari Black Cocktail Dress, Circa 1990s
By A.J. Bari
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage black crepe cocktail dress. straight silhouette. strapless boned sweetheart bodice
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1990s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1990s Liancarlo Couture Vintage Avant Garde Black Lace Peplum 90s Cocktail Dress
By Liancarlo
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 1990s LIANCARLO COUTURE black silk chantily French lace peplum Avant Garde cocktail
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1990s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
$700 Sale Price
27% Off
Ceil Chapman Black Ribbed Chevron Detail Taffeta Cocktail dress, c. 1950
s
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a lovely vintage cocktail dress from the 1950's from designer Ceil Chapman. It is made from
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1950s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
Pale green cocktail dress with belt Christian Lacroix Jean
s
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale green cocktail dress with belt. Main fabric: 56% cotton, 44% rayon. No indication for the
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1990s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
Ceil Chapman Vintage Raspberry Chiffon Cocktail dress, c 1950s Size 2
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a charming and collectible vintage cocktail dress from Ceil Chapman. It is made of a darker
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1950s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1960s Black Anita Modes Cocktail Dress with Jet Beaded Trim
By ANITA MODES
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s Black Anita Modes Cocktail Dress with Jet Beaded Trim. Black cocktail silk dress with black
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Dress
$315 Sale Price
20% Off
A Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress Numbered 112776 Circa 1965
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1965/1970
France
Elegant Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress numbered 112776 Circa
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1960s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Black velvet and taffetas ruffles cocktail dress Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and black taffetas ruffles cocktail dress.
SIZE : 38 ( Fr)
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1980s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Oscar De La Renta Velvet Bodice Cocktail Dress with Gold and Emerald Detail
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a stunning Oscar De La Renta cocktail dress. This dress features a draped velvet bodice
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20th Century American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1960S Green Metallic Silk
Lurex Jaquard Cocktail Dress Coat Ensemble
Located in New York, NY
1960S Green Metallic Silk & Lurex Jaquard Cocktail Dress Coat Ensemble
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Dress
SYDNEY NORTH Black Silk Cocktail Dress with Sequin Mesh Sleeves Size 6 8
By SYDNEY NORTH
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cocktail dress is composed of a black silk and features mesh sleeves with sequin applique in a
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20th Century American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1960
s Embellished Black Wool Knit Cocktail Dress with Diamond Pattern Size 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cocktail dress is composed of a black wool with sequins and beading in a diamond pattern
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1960s Hong Kong Vintage Cocktail Dress
Geoffrey Beene Black Silk and Lace Cocktail Dress with Sash Belt Circa 1990
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous black silk cocktail dress by Geoffrey Beene, from 1990. It has white lace detail
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1990s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1960s Pat Sandler Vintage 2-Piece Beaded Lace Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress
By Pat Sandler
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage 2-piece silk chiffon and scalloped beaded lace cocktail dress ensemble. The shell
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1960s Canary Yellow Silk Shantung Empire-Waist Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Shannon Rodgers for Jerry Silverman, Jerry Silverman
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Canary Yellow Silk Shantung Empire-Waist Sleeveless Cocktail Dress: With a banded open
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
Valentino Miss V Black Velvet and Sheer Silk Cocktail Dress
By Valentino Miss V, Valentino
Located in Milano, IT
Refined and architectural, this vintage Valentino cocktail dress blends sensuality and structure in
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1980s Italian Vintage Cocktail Dress
Early 1960
s Nina Ricci Demi Couture Black Cocktail Dress with Jet Sparkles
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Beautiful 1960's demi couture Nina Ricci little black cocktail dress. The fitted bodice has
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1960s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vicky Tiel Black Lace Cocktail Dress with Draped Jersey Skirt 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 draped jersey
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20th Century French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Victor Costa Black with Gold and Silver Metallic Accents Cocktail Dress Size 2
By Victor Costa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Victor Costa cocktail dress is fabricated from layers of black mesh fabric accented with
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20th Century American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1980s Jacqueline de Ribes Deep Purple Taffeta One-Shoulder Cocktail Dress w Rose
By Jacqueline de Ribes
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Jacqueline de Ribes Deep Purple Taffeta One-Shoulder Cocktail Dress w Roses: This documented
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1980s French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Lee Claire Pink Lace Cocktail Dress, 1950
s
Located in Atlanta, GA
A lovely 1950's cocktail dress from Lee Claire New York in a mauve pink lace with a unique modified
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1950s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1960S Black Rayon Crepe LBD Cocktail Dress With Draped Long Fringe Back
Located in New York, NY
1960S Black Rayon Crepe LBD Cocktail Dress With Draped Long Fringe Back
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1960s Vintage Cocktail Dress
1960s Light Green Beaded Cocktail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960s Sheer light green sheer dress beaded in pearls . Dress comes with light green slip. perfect
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet Pink Ruffle Corset Cocktail Dress US 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage 90's Oscar de la Renta Cocktail Dress
US size - 8
Black Velvet Top with Corset, Lace Up
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1980s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
$2,280 Sale Price
20% Off
S/S 1988 Calvin Klein Runway Silver Metallic Floral Lace Cocktail Dress
By Calvin Klein
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Spring/Summer 1988 Calvin Klein runway cocktail dress is crafted from silver metallic floral
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1980s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
1980 Arnold Scaasi Black Silk Satin Cocktail Dress W/ Rhinestone Decoration
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Arnold Scaasi black silk satin cocktail dress with delicate rhinestone line-traced
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1980s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
CEIL CHAPMAN 1960
s Black Hand Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress with Drape Size 4
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a hand beaded black silk. Features a center back
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
Wool-crêpe sleeveless cocktail dress with rhinestone Pauline Trigère Circa 1960
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wool-crêpe sleeveless cocktail dress with rhinestone. Zip and hook&eye middle back. Pauline Trigère
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1960s American Vintage Cocktail Dress
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Vintage Cocktail Dress For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary vintage cocktail dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Blue and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage cocktail dress may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Dolce
Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent and Bill Blass each produced a popular version that is worth a look. 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 Cocktail Dress?
The price for a vintage cocktail dress starts at $95 and tops out at $27,995, and on average, selling for $778.
Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You
With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.
In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.
Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy
Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.
Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Vintage Cocktail Dress
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The 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, 2021Cocktail 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, 2022A 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, 2024To 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, 2022Cocktail 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To 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 ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell how old a vintage dress is, use trusted online resources to conduct research. Start by searching for labels that identify the maker. Then, consult online information and images to determine when the brand produced pieces similar to yours. If you run into any problems or would like assistance, consult a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage dresses.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be considered vintage, a wedding dress has to be at least 20 years old. Many brides opt for vintage wedding dresses due to their timeless style and unique details. Shop a range of vintage and designer wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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