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1950s Suzy Perette Black and Gold New Look Evening Dress with Shimmer Dot and
By Suzy Perette
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful black and gold evening dress by Suzy Perette in that iconic 1950s "New Look" Style! The
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1950s American Vintage Dresses 1950S

Rare LARRY ALDRICH COUTURE 1950s Silk Taffeta Bow Button Cocktail Dress
Located in Asheville, NC
Larry Aldrich, 1950's Era Vintage Couture, Silk Taffeta, V Neck Front Wrap Style with Bow, Two
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1950s Turquoise Lace and Trim Lilac Satin Trim Dress and Bolero
Located in London, GB
Romantic lace dress and bolero set from the 1950s. The dress features a fitted bodice, embellished
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1950s Black Taffeta and Lace Tiered Party Dress with Bows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black silk taffeta. Fit-n-flare silhouette. Lace trim. Ruched bodice. Full petticoat. Built-in zipper corset. Bow detail. Zipper back. Excellent condition. Bust: 32" Waist: 24" ...
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1950s Yma Sumac Couture Old Hollywood Metallic Gold Lamè Hourglass Trained Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-made for icon Yma Sumac. This ultra rare masterpiece dates back to the mid 1950's. Yma Sumac (1922–2008
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1950s Draped Cowl Back Front Shoulder Bows Velvet Cocktail Party Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Amazing dress with Satin front cowl and low back draped cowl with shoulder bows. The dress is a
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1950s Anne Fogarty Black Linen Fitted Cocktail Dress With Pom Poms
By Anne Fogarty
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Black simple and classy cocktail dress with pom pom detailing at neckline. Sleeveless, sheath style
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1950s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1950S

California Couture 1950s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Really right on time in its time, this blouse and circle skirt were hand screen printed with an abstract, geometric and futuristic design.The fabric is fresh and feels unwashed and u...
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1950s American Vintage Dresses 1950S

1950s Plaid Print Cotton Strapless Shelf-Bust Bustle Full New Look Dress Shawl
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In this gorgeous 1950's graphic plaid party dress ensemble, the detailed construction and
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1950s American Vintage Dresses 1950S

1950s Pierre Balmain Couture Navy-Blue Lace Illusion Strapless Dress and Jacket
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Pierre Balmain Paris cocktail dress set dating back to his 1959 spring-summer
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1950s French Vintage Dresses 1950S

Rare CEIL CHAPMAN 1950s Vintage Black Satin COUTURE Cocktail Dress XS/S
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Asheville, NC
Ceil Chapman, 1950's Era, Pleated Front and Back Panels, Front Bow, Open Top Puff Sleeves with Bows
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1950 s Anne Verdi Couture Green Yellow Silk Winged-Bust Hourglass Trained Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely gorgeous 1950's olive green and yellow silk satin gown designed by Anne Verdi of New
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1950s Gorgeous Silk Taffeta w Hand Made Flowers (rare) Black Party Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous 1950s silk taffeta dress, button/zipper front. The low waist and hip trimmed in gorgeous
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Important 1950 s Emilio Schuberth Italian Couture Under The Sea Motif Satin Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
satin gown dating back to 1951. A Met Gala worthy look! This breathtaking dress was custom-made for
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1950s Italian Vintage Dresses 1950S

1950s Christian Dior Numbered Cocktail Dress made for the Duchess of Argyll
By Christian Dior
Located in London, UK
A pale yellow late 1950s numbered Christian Dior Haute Couture silk cocktail or day dress
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1950s British Vintage Dresses 1950S

Rare 1950s Madame Grès Haute Couture Sculpted Black Silk Back-Bow Dress Jacket
By Madame Gres
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
ensemble dating back to the early 1950's. Madame Grès felt that the true job of the couturier was not to
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1950s French Vintage Dresses 1950S

Rare 1950s Madame Gres licensed Black Grey Embroidered Dress w/ Bolero Jacket
By Madam Gres
Located in Houston, TX
Intriguing black dress by Madame Gres. Produced by G. Mendes. This dress features a beautiful
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1950 s Irene Lentz Couture Old Hollywood Teal Green Draped Silk Goddess Gown
By Irene Lentz
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
goddess gown dating back to her 1958 collection. Irene Lentz stunned the world in the 1930's, 40's and 50
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1950s Emma Domb Red Roses Illusion Print Tulle Full-Skirt New Look Party Dress
By Emma Domb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
contestants’ gowns. This stunning Emma Domb dress exudes that ladylike elegance the 1950's were known for. I
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1950 s Howard Greer Couture Red Roses Print Silk Strapless High-Low Gown Shawl
By Howard Greer
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
strapless high-low gown with matching over-sized shawl dating back to the early 1950's. After serving in the
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1950s Jean Desses Chiffon Cocktail Dress from the Collection of Dita Von Teese
By Jean Dessès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Jean Desses draped chiffon cocktail gown, late 1950s, bearing Paris pret a porter label and
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1950s Red Satin and Black Lace Flare Dress and Bolero Jacket
Located in New York, NY
SALE! Originally $525 Stunning strapless dress with flared skirt, boned bodice, and black lace
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1950s 60s Mad Men Asian Motif Golden Wiggle Satin Dress-V back Side Slit
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous Mad Men dress! Light gold satin with Chinese Letters. Has side slit gorgeous v back
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1950s Emma Domb White Lace Back Train Column Garden Court House Wedding Dress- LG
By Emma Domb
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous Emma Domb White Lace dress with taffeta back train. Perfect for a court house wedding, 2nd
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1950s 60s Ivory Satin Sheer Lilly of the Valley Skirt Cocktail Party Wedding Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous..once again Gorgeous! This is an Ivory Satin and sheer skirt embellished wth satin and embroidered Lilly of the Valley Flowers . The shoulders are slightly off shoulder to ...
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Late 1950s/Early 1960s JEANNE LANVIN Couture Silk Dress and Coat Ensemble
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in New York, NY
, green, blue and brown floral print silk comprise both the coat and the dress. The dress is seamed though
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VINTAGE 1950s TIERED LACE RUFFLE RIBBON BOW WEDDING GOWN
Located in San Francisco, CA
Featured is a fantastic wedding gown from the 1950s. Perfect for showing off your shoulders, the
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1950s Unknown Vintage Dresses 1950S

Frank Starr Black Sequined Gown, 1950s
By Frank Starr
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage gown from Frank Starr likely dates to the late 1950’s to early 1960’s and is made of black
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1950s Frederick Starke
Located in New York, NY
Avengers. This lush pink strapless floral cocktail dress has clean straight lines in the front and a
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1950s English Vintage Dresses 1950S

Vintage Cocktail Dress by Helga
By Helga
Located in Birmingham, AL
Gorgeous brown satin cocktail dress by Helga, circa late 1950's, accented with velvet. In very
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1950s navy silk with beaded grape motif
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 1950s beautiful navy silk dress. Bead and rhinestone trim in a grape design. Classic 50s
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1950s Mr. Blackwell Black Sequined Bombshell Gown
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage gown from Mr. Blackwell dates to the 1950's through early 1960's and is fully covered in
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Vintage Black Wool Skater Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * black cotton wool blend * mohair trim at sleeves * white floral
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1950s/1960s Gold and Black Low-back Tapestry Gown
Located in San Francisco, CA
Custom made late 1950s to early 1960s gold and black chenille foliage tapestry gown with a semi
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Givency Couture 1950s Printed Devoré Silk Velvet Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown has spectacular architectural details beginning with the plissé detail under the right arm to the dramatic 11 angle of the back shoulder. The draping on the skirt cowls t...
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1950s French Vintage Dresses 1950S

Emilio Schubert 50s Black Paneled Cocktail Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic 50s silhouette. Circa 1950s dramatic cocktail dress with alternating panels of satin and
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Black Strapless Silk Chiffon Gown with Red Floral Print, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-1950's gown with a 1930's feel. Black silk chiffon with a large floral print in red and green
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1950s American Vintage Dresses 1950S

HARVEY BERIN KAREN STARK 1950S BALL GOWN US 4
By Harvey Berin
Located in New York City, NY
One of a kind 1950s silk gown from Harvey Berin and Karen Stark. Cream and yellow silk jacquard in
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1950s Green Cotton Summer Gown w/ Ethnic Ribbon Detail
Located in Bozeman, MT
wide ribbon. A lot of hours - and fabric - went into the construction of this dress. True surplice
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Vintage 1940s Peggy Hunt Black Illusion Dress
By Peggy Hunt
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * black rayon crepe * nude nylon lining * black floral lace accents
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1950s Mingolini Guggenheim Rich Brown Hand-Beaded Evening Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an incredibly stunning evening gown and matching jacket from Mingolini Guggeheim. A strapless a-line evening gown is done in rich mocha brown lace, heavily hand-beaded and se...
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1950s French Vintage Dresses 1950S

Late 1950s Yves Saint Laurent for Christian Dior Ball Gown
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Houston, TX
in England by C.D.Models." This orchid pattern, off the shoulder dress, has a ruched criss-cross
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1950s British Vintage Dresses 1950S

Minx Modes-Champagne Silk Black Velvet Cocktail Dress
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a strikingly dramatic 1950's cocktail dress, beautifully tailored of the finest quality
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1950s American Vintage Dresses 1950S

50s Dorothy O Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress
By Dorothy O Hara
Located in San Francisco, CA
50s Dorothy O'Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress. Classic 1950s crepe wiggle dress with draped
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50s Jeanne Lanvin/Castillo Ivory Lace Cocktail Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Circa 1950s, the dress is beautifully constructed and fully lined in silk taffeta. Both rare and
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1950s French Vintage Dresses 1950S

Vintage 1940s Emma Domb Red Chiffon Party Dress
By Emma Domb
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * red chiffon * acetate lining * gathered bodice * side zipper * by
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Ceil Chapman 1950s Ice Blue Pintucked Gown
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Oradell, NJ
This Ceil Chapman 1950's creation, is one of the most amazing, couture-like gowns, that I have had
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1950s American Vintage Dresses 1950S

Vintage 1950s Roland Originals Suit
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s suit * teal wool blend * black swirl embroidered design * detachable belts
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Classic 50s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The classic 1950s silhouetted dress by coveted designer Ceil Chapman. Strapless fit and flare in
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1950s Carol Antell Fuchsia Silk and Black Lace w/ Velvet Skirt and Halter
Located in Houston, TX
Dramatic two piece skirt and top ensemble by Carol Antell! The ensemble includes a fabulous fuchsia pink silk overlayed with black horse hair and black lace making up a stripped patt...
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Dresses 1950S

Blue Silk Beaded Suzy Perette Vintage Cape Dress W/ Removable Back Panel
By Suzy Perette
Located in Portland, OR
This is simply an incredible Suzy Perette late 1950's vintage dress in blue silk with a beaded belt
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1950s Jacques GRIFFE HAUTE COUTURE superb lamé evening ensemble
By Jacques Griffe
Located in Newark, DE
Jacques Griffe, haute couture, circa 1950 Superb evening ensemble from this so talented
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1950s French Vintage Dresses 1950S

1950s Curiel Couture Pleated Purple Silk Chiffon Strapless Bustier Goddess Gown
By Gigliola Curiel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
purple silk chiffon gown dating back to the mid 1950's. Curiel is an important Italian haute couture
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1950s Italian Vintage Dresses 1950S

The Very Best 50s Ceil Chapman Coral Lame Brocade Bombshell Cocktail Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully draped and shirred wiggle dress by the 1950s Queen of glamour - Ceil Chapman. Body
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1950s Old Hollywood Custom Couture Black Orange Silk Hourglass Gown w/ Cape
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
back to the mid 1950's. Yma Sumac (1922–2008) was a noted Peruvian soprano and the original Queen of
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1950s American Vintage Dresses 1950S

Archival 1950s Custom Couture Beaded Jeweled Ivory Silk Hourglass Back-Bow Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In this gorgeous, highly coveted archival 1950's ivory crème silk-faille gown, the detailed
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1950s American Vintage Dresses 1950S

Archival 1950s Lanvin Haute Couture Watercolor Floral Silk Print Full-Skirt Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gown dating back to the early 1950's. According to two fashion experts, this designer label with the
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Vintage Dresses 1950S For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage dresses 1950s for sale on 1stDibs. Our collection of vintage dresses 1950s includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gray, Brown and more. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. Vintage dresses 1950s such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Ceil Chapman, Christian Dior and Suzy Perette are consistently popular. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 45 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are Vintage Dresses 1950S?

The prices for vintage dresses 1950s start at $95 and top out at $116,000 with these items, on average, selling for $721.

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 Dresses 1950S
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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
    Flapper dresses from the 1920s came in a range of colors, although darker hues such as black and navy were immensely popular. Flapper dresses were cut with straight and slim silhouettes, were typically knee-length and had a lower neckline. They were often made from silk chiffon and featured beaded details. You’ll find a selection of 1920s flapper dresses from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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