1940s Day Dresses

Beautiful vintage 1940s demi couture navy blue and light pink short sleeve crepe gown! Features a gathered sweetheart neckline with pale pink lace above the bust. Pale pink ruffle al...

Rendered in the most figure flattering silhouette, this original vintage 1940's black crepe silk dress, accented by pastel striped taffeta silk in shades of pale blue, pastel pink, g...

This wonderful 1940's dress rendered in a deep shade of Bordeaux corduroy, is just the piece to welcome to your seasonal wardrobe. The slim V shaped neckline is framed by a simple ...

This truly mesmerising 1940's dress, rendered in the softest shade of cream crepe silk and accented by delicate pleated details, is the perfect timeless piece to add to your vintage ...

This incredible 1940's magenta knitted dress, rendered in a multitude of different knitted stitches, is just the piece for your transitional wardrobe. The deep V shaped neckline is...

An incredible 1940s suit from Davidson's Madeleine label in a pale yellow and black fine wool small hounds tooth check pattern. The long sleeve single breasted jacket has a lapel collar, princess seams and elaborate pockets with self covered buttons and functional button holes matching the center front along their sides. In addition to the abundant front detail, the jacket back has zig zag waist seaming and a vent. Stunning! The midi length skirt...

A pretty blue crepe dress with embroidery detail on the bust area and waist. The fabric is a pretty blue colour with a subtle ribbed detail. It has a button opening at the back , an...

Flattering vintage 1940s cocktail dress in black velvet with a draped collar and 3/4 length sleeves. Unlined with side metal zip closure. Fits l...

Beautiful 1940s black crepe sequined cocktail dress! Features hundreds of hand-sewn black sequins on the entire front bodice. Free flowy skirt is both flat...

This elegant 1940's cream crepe silk dress, accented by cream and black embroidered soutache which is in turn embellished with white rocailles beaded tassels, is the perfect piece f...

A rare unworn 1940s dress in purple silk from Lilli Ann. It has an asymmetrical front neckline with a V in back, short sleeves and a straight skirt with a back kick pleat. The dres...

This truly enchanting 1940's black crepe silk dress, embellished with pink sequins and green and yellow glass beads in a trailing and scattered rose design, is the perfect show stopp...

This enchanting 1940s satin wedding gown was retailed by “Bourne & Hollingsworth” and refers to the luxury department store that used to sit on Oxford Street in central London. The o...

Rendered in the most delightful shade of navy blue crepe silk, this original 1940's dress, accented by a cross over feature and button fastenings along the length of the back of the ...

Circa 1940 France Evening dress in pink purple and yellow gold artificial silk fibrane from the 1940s. Heavy and very fine fabric with an excellent "drop", slightly stretchy and elec...

1940S Ethnic Medallion Printed Cotton Seersucker Button Front Dress With Tie Belt

Charming Retro silk crepe surrealist ballerina print afternoon dress retailed by Lord &Taylor. Print shows a ballerinas on a stage with audience in fore front. Label: Lord&Taylor. 1...

Incredibly rare Jacques Fath black and white cotton gingham dress from his Spring-Summer 1949 American collection for Joseph Halpert. Impeccably tailored fan-tail bustle back with pe...

1940S Pearl White Burnout Chiffon Sheer Dress With Floral Pattern

1940S Black & Gold Rayon Taffeta Ball Gown With Hand Embroidered Hem Bodice

Circa 1940 France A cocktail dress, probably Haute Couture, dating from the 1940s. Dress in chocolate velvet panne with puffed three-quarter sleeves adorned with embroidery in sablé using translucent glass beads and bell-shaped golden brass sequins, with a reminder at the crew-neck. Elegant fold of fabric work on the bust held in place by side darts. Skirt pleated...

Delicately feminine and effortlessly timeless, this vintage 1940s ivory dress captures the understated romance of mid-century bridal style. Crafted from a sheer, crinkled organza ove...

A fabulous 2 piece skirt and top set in a tan cotton linen blend. The top has a crew neck, cap sleeves, shoulder pads and wraps closing at one s...

his darling 1940's black crepe silk dress, accented by a cream floral lace collar, is just the piece to add to your classic vintage collection. The elegant rounded neckline, is fr...

A pretty summer outfit, a long vintage cotton dress and matching bolero. The dress is in a pretty print in red, yellow and blue , has a scoop fron...

Beautiful 1940s silver and black silk and velvet dress! Little flowers printed throughout. Fitted bodice, with a forgiving full skirt. Black silk velvet portrait collar, with 13 blac...

This truly enchanting 1940's violet blue crepe silk dress, embellished with royal blue glass bugle beads, in a trailing swirl pattern with leaf design details, is the perfect show st...

Charming and unusual Ivory Slip Dress with Courtesan Embroideries from the 1940's. Elaborate 18th Century dancing courtesans in satin are hand embroid...

Circa 1940 France A Collectible Long dress for evening or ceremony in Fibrane, a reversible matte and satin crepe in artificial fibre, in a subtle powder pink colour, dating from the 1940s. Long puffed sleeves with fine shoulder pleats, square neckline and cut-out effect at the waist. Yellow bakelite buckle...

Circa 1945-1950 France Marinière day dress in navy blue polyamide fabric inspired by the work of the Maison Henri à la Pensée and dating from the late 1940s. Bustier with asymmetrica...

1940S Green & Purple Floral Plaid Rayon Taffeta Summer Gown

A stunning 1940s original Adrian design! A magenta and black "heraldry" paneled print crepe dress with sexy right side front slit and diamond shaped inset panel at abdomen, surround...

1940S White Cotton Piqué Off Shoulder Dress

A pretty vintage day dress from the 1940s. The dress is in a mixture of grey, cream and red and has a button front opening, shawl collar and cap sl...

Original Paramount Junior Chicago 1940s chartreuse & black crepe dress with rhinestone bodice. The bodice of this amazing dress is sprinkled with small prong set rhinestones, it has ...

Circa 1940's flower print cotton organdy long cocktail dress with belt in the same fabric. Pink rayon lining and zip on the left side. Small bow in the same fabric on the bust. SIZE XS

A fun and easy to wear black and white stripe dress from the late 1940s or early 1950s. The dress has a v neck with triangular collar and zip front with bow detail. It has short slee...

Beautiful 1940s black crepe dress with gold sequin applique. Shoulder pads help hold the shape of the top gathered sleeve and a hip drape deta...

1940S Purple Embroidered Antique Lace Gown

UNKNOWN - Silk taffeta dress printed with flowers, from the 1940s. Missing size and composition labels, it fits a 36FR. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Waist: 32 cm - Length:...

A charming 1940s coordinating ensemble--sold together: A green and cream polka-dot silk satin dress with flowing skirt and tailored bodice, with a lightweight green wool jacket. Fu...

Beige dress knitted with ribbons and belt. SIZE 38/M

The perfect blend of bohemian and traditional, this liquid shirt dress combines a bright hand-crocheted placket, cuffs and collar with a modest silhouette, somber color and upright E...

White Floral Print Rayon & Silk Burnout Velvet Robe MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating a...

A pretty Summer dress from the 1940s. The dress has an interesting double collar and button detail on the front. It has a side zip opening, short s...

A nod to the silhouette of Christian Dior's New Look, this incredible velvet skirt set was made in 1947. It was made by designer Lorraine Budny for the brand Sportwhirl, which was founded in 1945 as a "separates house," specializing in pieces a woman could wear both separately and as a set— quite a novelty at the time, as store-bought dresses at all were not all that readily available. It's made of black velvet with felt rose appliqué and beaded embroidery— it actually presents like a dress, but is really two pieces, and each could absolutely be mixed and worn separately (as was the original design concept). The look is so romantic and reminds me of Old Hollywood film stars (with a dash of Snow White). The Vintage 14k Gold Spinel Heart...

1940'S Burgundy & Black Acetate Plaid Full Ballroom Skirt Gown With Victorian Revival Bustle

Late 1940s Nat Tuman Cobalt Blue Rayon "Gondola" Print Day Dress w Full Hemline: Ruched form-fitting bodice with covered buttons down center front. Side zipper. Tie gathered shoulder...

An incredible 1940s iconic swing style dress with uber 1940s styling details: square-cut neckline that begs for some coordinating dress clips, high structured shoulder pads for that ...

A sweet 1940s red crepe novelty calico-style print rayon swing dress with sewn-down pleated peplum, drop-shoulder and flared skirt back details. Origina...

1940S Teal & White Floral Print Rayon Chiffon Dress

1940S Blue & Pink Floral Cold Rayon Zipper Front Dress

A testament to how fine clothes *used* to be made, this immaculate day-to-evening shirtwaist dress boasts impeccable craftsmanship like finished buttonholes, hand finishing and luxur...

in near deadstock condition. Check out our other listings to see a matching set of men's pjs 1940S Light Blue & Navy Rayon Polka Dot Robe

1940s Black Crepe Dress with Green and Yellow Paisley beaded sequins. Dress comes with sash/belt. Size M

ROBBIE BEE c.1940's Vtg Brown Copper Hand Beaded Accent Trompe-L'oeil Day Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Robbie Bee Circa: 1940s Designer: Robbie Bee Style: Cocktail Day Dress Color(s): Brown (fabric), Copper (beads) Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric (feel of): Cotton (exterior), Twill (lining) Additional Details / Inclusions: Vintage Robbie Bee c. 1940's brown day dress...

Circa 1943- 1945 France Interesting little black dress with embroidered white ears of wheat, unmarked and dating from the end of the Second World War. Strapless dress in black crepe,...

1940S NICHOLAS UNGAR Dusty Rose Rayon Blend Satin Plissé Stripe Gown With Train

Vintage Couture c.1940's gray floral print silk day dress. Gray, light blue, pink, white, and green floral print silk. Extended shoulders. V-necklin...

1940s Black Rayon Crepe Military-Inspired Tailored Day Dress w Red Piping: A super rare style in excellent, never-worn condition, this early 40s fo...