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1940's 'Jewel' Colored Floral Silk Dress
Located in Sharon, CT
'Jewel Colored' print, silk crepe long -nearly floor length evening dress. V yoke in front. Dress
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1940s Evening Dresses

1940’s Black and Floral Peplum Shirt Rayon Tea Dress
Located in London, GB
This desirable original unlabelled 1940’s day dress in black rayon with a pretty pink rose print is
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1940s American Day Dresses

Handmade 1940's floral Pattern Velvet Cocktail Dress Size 4 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This custom 1940's design is composed of a orange hue floral patterned velvet. Handmade. In
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1940s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

1940s Linen Floral Sweetheart Neckline Dress
Located in London, GB
The fabric of this 1940s linen floral dress is resplendent with muted tones of raspberry, ochre
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1940s British Casual Dresses

1940s Multicolor Floral Print Rayon Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1940s Multi color floral print in pink, orange, white and green) silk crepe dress. Perfect summer
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1940s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

1940s Cold Rayon Floral Print Dress
Located in London, GB
An original vintage cold rayon 1940s dress in a striking floral and leaf print. The colour
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1940s American Casual Dresses

1940'S Purple & Blue Rayon Floral Printed Shirt Dress With Bias Cut Skirt
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Purple & Blue Rayon Floral Printed Shirt Dress With Bias Cut Skirt
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1940s Casual Dresses

1940s Black and Cream Floral Rayon Dress
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Black and cream floral printed rayon dress dating from the 1940s. Tiny feminine V neck with a
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1940s American Casual Dresses

1940S Red & White Floral Cotton Short Sleeve Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Red & White Floral Cotton Short Sleeve Dress
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1940s Casual Dresses

1940S Teal & White Floral Print Rayon Chiffon Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Teal & White Floral Print Rayon Chiffon Dress
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1940s Casual Dresses

COUTURE c.1940's Gray Floral Print Silk Belted Front Bustle Draped Day Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Couture c.1940's gray floral print silk day dress. Gray, light blue, pink, white, and green
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1940s Casual Dresses

1940s Pink and Green Rayon Floral Tea Dress
Located in London, GB
This pretty 1940s rayon midi dress is printed with repeat florals in bright violet, emerald green
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1940s American Casual Dresses

SERGEE OF CALIFORNIA c.1940's Yellow Daisy Floral Print Rayon Crepe Day Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Sergee of California c.1940's yellow daisy print rayon crepe day dress. White and black all
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1940s Unknown Casual Dresses

1940s Blue and Purple Floral Print Rayon Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Blue and Purple Floral Print Rayon Cocktail Dress with purple sequins. Perfect dress for
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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's Pink Silk Evening Dress Beaded Pearl Floral Dress UK 8 Us 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A beauty to behold. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with trailing silk threaded
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1940s Unknown Evening Dresses

1940S Floral Print Black Silk Crepe De Chine Dress
Located in New York, NY
This rare 1940s dress is even more special in that it is made of silk and not the customary rayon
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1940s Casual Dresses

1940S Blue & Pink Floral Cold Rayon Zipper Front Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Blue & Pink Floral Cold Rayon Zipper Front Dress
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1940s Casual Dresses

1940s White and Purple Rayon Floral Print Shirtwaister Dress
Located in London, GB
This unusual rayon crepe shirt-dress dates to the 1940s. The purple and black print looks like
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1940s British Casual Dresses

1940S Blue & White Cold Rayon Floral Print Zip-Front Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Blue & White Cold Rayon Floral Print Zip-Front Dress
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1940s Casual Dresses

1990S Light Blue Floral Rayon Crinkle Crepe 1940S Style Dress
Located in New York, NY
1990S Light Blue Floral Rayon Crinkle Crepe 1940S Style Dress
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1990s Casual Dresses

1940S Aqua Blue & Pink Cold Rayon Floral Zip-Front Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Aqua Blue & Pink Cold Rayon Floral Zip-Front Dress
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1940s Casual Dresses

1940S Burgundy Embroidered Floral Lace Day Dress With Draped Wrap Front
Located in New York, NY
1940S Burgundy Embroidered Floral Lace Day Dress With Draped Wrap Front
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1940s Casual Dresses

Vintage 1940's Black Net Gown with Floral Motif
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1940's black net and floral motif gown with short sleeves in excellent condition. Slim fit through
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1940s Unknown Evening Gowns

1940S Yellow Cotton Seersucker Blue Floral Wrap House Dress With Belt & Pocket
Located in New York, NY
1940S Yellow Cotton Seersucker Blue Floral Wrap House Dress With Belt & Pocket
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1940s Casual Dresses

Incredible 1940s Nylon Jersey Swing Dress In A Spectacular Chartreuse and Floral
Located in Gresham, OR
An incredible 1940s iconic swing style dress with uber 1940s styling details: square-cut neckline
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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Ceil Chapman Long Pink Silk Floral Print Drape Waist Gown , Circa 1940's
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage multi-colored silk floral print gown by Ceil Chapman, from 1940s. The gown has a
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1940s American Evening Gowns

1940S Green & Purple Floral Plaid Rayon Taffeta Summer Gown
Located in New York, NY
1940S Green & Purple Floral Plaid Rayon Taffeta Summer Gown
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1940s Formal Gowns

1940S White & Red Cotton Seersucker Bohemian Russian Style Floral Rose Print Sh
Located in New York, NY
1940S White & Red Cotton Seersucker Bohemian Russian Style Floral Rose Print Short Sleeve House
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1940s Casual Dresses

1940S Ivory Hand Painted Rayon & Silk Kimono With Floral Embroidery
Located in New York, NY
1940S Ivory Hand Painted Rayon & Silk Kimono With Floral Embroidery
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1940s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940S Floral Bias Cut Rayon Negligee With Lace Neck Line Slip Dress XL
Located in New York, NY
1940S Floral Bias Cut Rayon Negligee With Lace Neck Line Slip Dress XL
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1940s Slips

1940's Floral Printed Chiffon Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a lovely 1940's, short sleeved evening gown with a scooped neckline, side zipper for
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1940s American Evening Gowns

1940s Vintage Dress in Navy Blue Pink & Yellow Rosebud floral Rayon Print
Located in Portland, OR
This is a great 1940;s vintage navy midi dress with a colorful rosebud print. The pretty roses are
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1940s American Day Dresses

Early 1940's Floral Printed Floor Length Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a very early 1940's vintage, floral printed lightweight crepe gown with a sweetheart
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1940s Unknown Evening Gowns

Vintage 1940s Floral Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage pink floral dress. It has a popper opening at the shoulder and side..It has ruffle
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1940s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940’s Floral Green Crepe Dress
Located in London, GB
A colourful 1940’s day dress featuring the prettiest floral print in tones of green, pink and
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1940s Aesthetic Day Dresses

1940’s Navy Dress With Floral Print and Beading
Located in London, GB
Really stylish and fun asymmetrically cut 1940’s day dress. Made in a beautifully soft navy silky
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1940s Day Dresses

Floral Printed Cotton Dress, 1940s
Located in New York, NY
1940s Floral Printed Cotton Dress
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1940s American Day Dresses

VALENTINO Size 8 Floral Chiffon 1940's Style Ruffle Collar Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lovely retro summer day dress by VALENTINO. A classic sleeveless low cut shirt style in pink floral
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20th Century Italian Day Dresses

1940s floral print rayon dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage floral print rayon summer dress. Fit size 6 Bust - 20"/ waist - 16" / Dress Length - 44
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1940s American Casual Dresses

Floral Satin Wrap Dress Dressing Gown, 1940s
Located in New York, NY
1940s Floral Satin Wrap Dress Dressing Gown
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1940s American Day Dresses

1930s 1940s Floral Cotton Piqué Dress
Located in New York, NY
1930s 1940s Floral Cotton Piqué Dress
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1930s Cocktail Dresses

Floral Print Silk Dress circa 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a watercolor style floral print dress c. 1940s. The exact maker is unknown, but the only
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1940s Informal Dresses

1930s 1940s Cotton Floral Quilted Wrap Dress
Located in New York, NY
Large size, approximate size 10
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1930s American Day Dresses

Morphew Collection Bias Cut Dress Made From 1940'S Floral Handkerchieves + Vic
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
Morphew Bias Cut 1940'S Floral Handkerchief + Victorian Lace Cotton Dress
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

1940s Floral Seer Sucker Wrap Dress
Located in New York, NY
Adjustable to sizes 4 to 8 with an interesting cut out at the back of the neck.
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1940s American Informal Dresses

1940'S Baby Blue & Pink Rayon Jacquard Floral Negligee Slip Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Baby Blue & Pink Rayon Jacquard Floral Negligee Slip Dress
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1940s Formal Gowns

1940S Multicolor Floral Nylon Jersey Peplum Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Multicolor Floral Nylon Jersey Peplum Dress
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1940s Casual Dresses

1940'S Floral Rayon Button Front Paris Paving Stone Print Dress With Belt
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Floral Rayon Button Front Paris Paving Stone Print Dress With Belt
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

Morphew Collection Blue & Red Organic Cotton Sexy Floral Dress Made From 1940'S
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
Morphew Collection Blue & Red Organic Cotton Sexy Floral Dress Made From 1940'S Handkerchiefs
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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

A vintage 1940s floral print, pink summer cotton day dress
Located in London, GB
A stylish slk day dress.The dress has a pink background, with a green ,cream and grey floral design
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1970s Unknown Day Dresses

1940S Cotton Red And Green Floral Print Wrap Dress House Robe
Located in New York, NY
1940S Cotton Red And Green Floral Print Wrap Dress House Robe
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1940s American Day Dresses

1940S Powdered Blue Floral Silk & Rayon Bias Cut Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Powdered Blue Floral Silk & Rayon Bias Cut Dress
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1940s Casual Dresses

COUTURE c.1940's Black Floral Chantilly Lace Illusion Top Cocktail Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Couture c.1940's black floral chantilly lace illusion top cocktail dress. Black large
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1940s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

1940s Black crepe dress with multi color floral sequins
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful 1940s crepe with multi color floral sequin ( green, pink, purple, blue, and yellow
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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

A vintage 1940s floral printed autumnal day dress small
Located in London, GB
A lovely vintage 1940s printed autumnal dress with a pretty grape and berry print throughout, with
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1940s Unknown Casual Dresses

1940s Long Black Crepe Dress with Sequined Florals
Located in London, GB
Amazing vintage 1940s full length black crepe dress with lovely multi-coloured floral sequin design
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1940s Evening Dresses

1940s Black Crepe Vintage Dress with Floral Beading
Located in London, GB
Beautiful 1940s black crepe vintage dress with sequin and beaded black floral motifs. This is a
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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1940S Blue & White Cold Rayon Floral Print Zip-Front Dress
Located in New York, NY
1940S Blue & White Cold Rayon Floral Print Zip-Front Dress
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1940s Casual Dresses

Morphew Collection Floral Vitage 1940's Japenese Kimono Silk Kaftan
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
Morphew Collection Floral Vitage 1940's Japenese Kimono Silk Kaftan
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21st Century and Contemporary Casual Dresses

Vintage 1940s Floral Chiffon Gown, unknown designer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 1940s dress by unknown designer Draped neckline Butterfly sleeves Sheer floral chiffon
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1940s Maxi Dress

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1940s Floral Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary 1940s floral dress for your needs in our varied inventory. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Brown and more options on these pages. Making the right choice when shopping for a 1940s floral dress may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th 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 Morphew, Eisenberg and Alfred Shaheen 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 1940s Floral Dress?

Prices for a 1940s floral dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $227 and can go as high as $2,295, while, on average they fetch $595.

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Questions About 1940s Floral Dress
  • 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
  • 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
    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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
    What the dress style was called in the 1960s varied, as there were several types of dresses that were fashionable during the decade. At the start of the 1960s, many women wore swing dresses featuring fitted bodices and full skirts. Collared, button-up belted dresses called shirtwaist dresses were also popular, as were loose-fitting, flowy shift dresses. By the late 1960s, new styles emerged, such as flared, flowing tent dresses, sleeveless jumpers usually styled over sweaters and blouses and drop-waist dresses, which had their waist seams at the hips rather than the natural waist. Find a variety of 1960s dresses and other vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    In the 1900s, wedding dresses typically looked like full, floor-length garments. Brides wore S-shaped corsets below the usually ruffled bodices, and most designs included large puff sleeves. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    The designer who became famous with her wrap dresses in the 1970s is Diane von Furstenberg. She debuted her first example in 1974. When creating the Wrap dress, von Furstenberg drew inspiration from the skirts worn by ballerinas. In celebration of the 40th anniversary of the now-iconic dress, an exhibit called Diane von Furstenberg: Journey of a Dress was held at museums in the United States and abroad. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Diane von Furstenberg apparel and accessories.

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